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宝安中学2024-2025学年第一学期高二期中考试英语试卷
考试时长：120分钟 卷面总分：150分
2024.12
第一部分 课本基础知识 (共两节，满分40 分)
第一节 (共10 小题; 每小题 1 分, 满分 10 分)
按中文及首字母提示，用选必一所学词汇的正确形式完成句子。
1. Careful preparation for the exam is e (必要的).
2. Her e (热情) for the job makes up for her lack of experience.
3. I (知情的) people know the company is in crisis.
4. I hope my recommendation can provide some references for you and wish you a d (愉快的) journey in China.
5. He was simply too powerful for his o (对手), rocking him with three blows.
6. He b (迸发) into tears and stormed off.
7. He was one of the most creative and i (创新的) engineers of his generation.
8. Most skin cancers are completely curable if d (检测到) in the early stages.
9. Tourists often disturb the d (脆弱的) balance of nature on the island.
10. They must choose between two evenly matched c (候选人) for governor.
第二节 单项选择题 (共20 小题； 每小题1.5分，满分 30 分)
从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
11. — You seem really well-prepared for the exam.
— Yes,I spent a lot of time studying, and now all my efforts have .
A. made up B. paid off C. kept on D. given out
12. The comprehensive study the previously unknown causes of several chronic diseases, providing valuable insights for medical researchers.
A. closes in on B. throws light on C. descends on D. goes deeper into
13. Environmental protection is for students when choosing their future careers, according to the recent survey.
A. on display B. in favour of C. in a row D. among the top concerns
14. The story of“The Border Town” when he visited Fenghuang City and saw how people lived there.
A. brought out B. came to life C. set in motion D. set off
15. Held every four years, the World Cup is the most important event in soccer, attracts the world's attention.
A. it B. that C. which D. where
16. Without facts, we can not form a worthwhile opinion, for we need factual knowledge our thinking.
A. which to be based on B. upon which to base
C. which to base upon D. to which to be based
17. He was driving so fast as to get himself into a dangerous situation, he was likely to lose the control of his car.
A. which B. as C. why D. where
18. is often the case with old people, my grandfather is fond of talking about the good old days.
A. which B. That C. What D. As
19. The good thing about cycling is that you don't have to worry about in a traffic jam.
A. sticking B. stuck C. being stuck D. stick
20. I know you' re dying all about my life here, so I' ve included some photos which help you picture the places I talk about.
A. hear B. to hear C. to hearing D. hearing
21. — Where shall I go for the summer holiday
— How about Xiamen It's a city worth .
A. to look around B. looking forward to C. looked forward to D. looking around
22. in financial scandals(丑闻), according to a social research, was regarded as top one reason for officials to give up political career in Italy.
A. Involved B. Involving C. Being involved D. To involve
23. In most cases, it's better over the supermarket, buy the ingredients you need, and then cook them yourself.
A. to walk B. walking C. walk D. to walking
24. One of the ways to improve your spoken English is it for half an hour every morning.
A. practice B. to practice C. having practicing D. practiced
25. He has always insisted on his Dr. Turner instead of Mr. Turner.
A. been called B. called C. having called D. being called
26. Excuse me, Madam. Ellen, a journalist from the Daily Mail all day. Could you speak to him now
A. was phoned B. has been phoned C. is phoning D. has been phoning
27. — Your family is moving to Hawaii Why
— We about a change of scenery for a long time.
A. have been thinking B. had thought C. think D. thought
28. By the end of last semester, all the research papers by the students for the conference.
A. have been submitted B. were submitted
C. had submitted D. had been submitted
29. John was sent to the village last month to see how the development plan until then.
A. would be carried out B. has been carried out
C. was being carried out D. had been carried out
30. If he more careful when driving, he the accident yesterday.
A. had been; wouldn't have had B. was; wouldn't have
C. were; hadn't had D. had been; wouldn't have
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
Some beaches are perfect for relaxing, while others offer activities like hiking and water sports. Visit these beautiful beaches for an unforgettable vacation.
Cannon Beach
If your perfect beach vacation spot features postcard-worthy scenery and peace, look no further than Cannon Beach. In this Pacific Northwest town, you can even build a fire on the beach to relax beside while watching the sun set. When you need a break from the beach, grab a bike and head downtown to explore its art galleries, shops and restaurants.
Horseshoe Bay Beach
For a one-of-a-kind beach experience, head to Horseshoc Bay Bcach on Bermuda's South Shore. Known for its pink sand, this beach is a popular destination for families looking to play in the calm blue-green waters and build blush-colored sandcastles. Adventure seekers can also take part in the self-guided island bicycle tour or engage in exciting water sports.
Mohegan Bluffs
This beach is famous for its natural beauty. Upon arrival, pause to admire your surroundings and learn about its ties to the native people, their ancient traditions, and connection to the land, adding depth to your beach experience. Then, take the 141 steps down to the sand to sunbathe. After that, climb back up to visit the Southeast Light for an up-close view of its 18th-century lighthouse.
South Beach
This tropical district on Florida's Atlantic Coast is world-renowned for its powdery white sand. Although technically part of the Miami Beach area, South Beach stands out due to its Art Deco architecture seen in everything from the beachfront lifeguard towers to the high-rise buildings along the famed Ocean Drive.
31 . What similarity do Cannon Beach and Horseshoe Bay Beach share
A. The chance to cycle around. B. Their lively artistic scene.
C. The unique water sports. D. Their distinctive sand color.
32 . Who is most likely attracted to Mohegan Bluffs
A. Those seeking water sports. B. Fans of modern lighthouses.
C. Those interested in local culture. D. Enthusiasts of mountain climbing.
33 . What sets South Beach apart from the rest of the Miami Beach area
A. Its beach sand. B. Its architectural style.
C. Its ocean drive. D. Its high-rise buildings.
B
You' re so young right now, but I hope this letter will be helpful to you one day when you' re older. I feel it is my obligation, as a mother of two little girls, to lead you down a path that is relatively healthy when it comes to beauty and self-image. In a lot of women's eyes, I' ve probably already failed in this aspect due to a lot of pink Barbic dolls in Vera's room right now.
But I will say this about Barbie dolls: I played with Barbie dolls for many years when I was growing up and here I have a healthy body and a positive image. I have a master's degree,a successful career and a published book. If Barbie dolls were really so damaging to my femininity(女人气质) and self-image,I highly doubt whether I could list all of these achievements.
It's hard for women not to worry about our weight or to wish we could afford more stylish clothes. It's hard not to want someone else's hair or eyelashes. We women go round and round in circles, holding hands and trying to be one another sometimes. The thing I' ll tell you is this: not even the prettiest of us feel settled. The girl you think looks the most perfect in all the world is probably the girl who wants to change herself more than anyone else.
Don't let that message carry any weight within yourselves. You are not worthless. You are so full of love and light and you should let it shine through your every second. If someone pushes you down for standing tall, then just push yourself back up and stand even taller, and know that the reason why they pushed you down in the first place is just that they' re scared. I want to tell you that I have never in my life felt more beautiful than when I have stood my tallest.
34 . Which of the following best explains“obligation” underlined in paragraph 1
A . burden B . fortune C. willingness D . responsibility
35 . What does the author think of Barbie dolls
A . They enabled her to cast doubt. B . They did no harm to her image.
C They prevented her development. D . They contributed to her promotion.
36 . What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A . Try to be the most beautiful.
B . Focus on their uniqueness and excellence.
pare themselves with others to improve.
D . Pursue perfect self-image is necessary and worthwhile.
37. Which can be t ho best title for the text
A . A mother's letter on beauty and self-worth.
B . A mother's letter on the ways to achieve success.
C . A mother's letter on the importance of confidence.
D A mother's letter on warnings of potential danger.
C
Despite its benefits, drinking milk into adulthood, let alone other animals' milk, is a strange behavior in the animal kingdom. What makes it even stranger is that an estimated 68 percent of the global human population is actually lactose (乳糖) intolerant. Scientists are still getting to the bottom of why the practice began and continued. This research could unlock new understandings of our food cultures and even our DNA.
The earliest evidence of animal milk drinking dates back almost 9000 years to modern-day Turkey near the sea of Marmara, where milk fats have been found on ancient pottery. According to Jessica Hendy, a scientist at the University of York, then milk would have been part of a diverse diet, for it was mixed with other food. From its origins, the technology of making use of milk spread into the Caucasus and then across Europe. By the Bronze Age, people may have been using cow’ s milk to feed their babies.
For a long time, researchers believed that milk drinking changed as a cultural practice hand in hand with the spread of genetic mutations(变异) that allowed people to tolerate milk into adulthood. But one recent finding suggests milk drinking occurred before these mutations and might not even require them. In Europe, people appear to have been drinking milk for thousands of years before any genetic ability to drink milk became common. The ancient cheese making equipment might offer part of the solution: Fermenting(发酵) milk into yogurt, cheese, or other products reduces the amount of lactose. In Mongolia, researchers have not yet found a genetic mutation that allows people to digest lactose, despite the major role of milk in that culture. So some scientists held that there might be other potential factors helping.
What we do know about the history of milk reveals how wrong-headed one-size-fits-all nutritional guidance can be. In modern America, milk drinking has been presented as a universal good. In reality, how milk is prepared can change the nutritional picture, and how much our bodies. process depends, at least in part, on our own genes.
38 . What can we learn about milk drinking from paragraph 2
A . It used to be a symbol of identity. B . It initially started with little babies.
C . It was the key diet of ancient people. D . It has been a human tradition for long.
39 . Why does the author mention Europe m paragraph 3
A . To give a suggestion. B . To define a concept.
C. To make a prediction. D . To clarify a finding.
40 . What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A . Milk consumption functions as a cure-all.
B . Milk intake varies from person to person.
C. Milk's nutritional value is beyond imagination.
D . One's milk digestive ability changes constantly.
41 . Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A . The Mystery of Drinking Milk B . The Process of Genetic Mutations
C . The Phenomenon of Lactose Intolerance D . The Nutritional Guidance on Milk Consumption
D
Do you have a suit or dress in the closet that you haven't worn for years but are reluctant to get rid of Maybe you say, “I can't throw that away because I paid good money for it ”. If you recognize this in yourself, then you are suffering from commitment to the sunk cost fallacy (谬论). It occurs when we feel that we have invested too much to quit. This psychological trap causes us to stick with a plan even if it no longer serves us and the costs clearly outweigh the benefits.
Arkes and Blumer conducted a survey showing that people are influenced by sunk cost fallacy in their decisions. Participants imagined spending $100 on a ski trip to Michigan and $50 on Wisconsin, realizing later they were for the same weekend. They were told Wisconsin would be more enjoyable. When asked which trip to take,54% chose Michigan despite the reasonable choice being Wisconsin, because they had made a greater initial investment.
Sunk cost fallacy takes place when we let emotions cloud our decisions. Once we' ve invested in a choice, we feel guilt or regret if we don't follow through. We fail to realize that past costs won't be recovered. Instead, we base decisions on past costs, ignoring present and future costs and benefits. This may be due to loss aversion(厌恶), where losses feel worse than gains. We avoid losses, making choices based on avoiding the“loss” of our past investment instead of considering the benefits gained if we don't continue our commitment.
No one can deny the fact that we benefit a lot from perseverance. So our society loves to emphasize perseverance. Never give up! Don't waste. But only you know the right path for you. Sometimes walking away is the hardest choice of all. You might realize a path you' re on is no longer the right one or never was. That's a painful realization.
42. What phenomenon does the author describe at the beginning of the text
A . People benefit from sticking with a plan.
B . People's consumption view has changed.
C . People refuse to give up the past commitment.
D . People's clothes are becoming more expensive.
43 . Why did more than half of the participants choose the trip to Michigan in the survey
A . To save more of the loss. B To appear more reasonable.
C. To make a greater investment. D . To enjoy more of themselves.
44 . When does“sunk cost fallacy” occur
A . When we don't follow through our choices.
B . When we don't continue our commitment.
C . When we stop feeling guilty and regretful.
D . When we make decisions based on past costs emotionally.
45 . What is the author's attitude toward“perseverance”
A . Favorable. B . Dismissive(蔑视的). C . Objective. D . Unclear.
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。
I'd entered into another one of those busy periods in life that we all have from time to time. It is those times when in addition to the usual hustle and bustle of life, a dozen other things suddenly show up that need to be done right away as well. 46
After, grabbing what I needed in the store, I walked through the aisle containing mostly little things. 47 __is I walked by, one of them jumped out and caught my attention. It was a little saying on a cheap wood square no bigger than my hand with a string attached to hang it on the wall.
In cursive writing along the top, it said:“Slow down &” while below it in big block letters were the words:“ENJOY TODAY”.
I just stood there and read this message over and over. As I did,I felt a calm settling over my soul. 48 And for the first time I had allowed peace and love to flow into me again.
49 Then I brought it home with me and hung it on the wall in my bathroom. So every time I made one of my many trips there I could see those words again and follow the wonderful advice.
In this crazy life, we all need to remember to“Slow down & ENJOY TODAY.” 50 Instead, life puts us here to love. Life puts us here to find joy and to share that joy with the world.
A . Finally I decided to pay the dollar it cost.
B . What's more, we need to remember to love.
C. It was as if my stressing and worrying had melted away.
D However: there was another thing that captured my heart.
E . There were printed paintings, photo frames and inspirational sayings.
F (Life doesn't put us here to rush about doing a million needless things.
D. This long to-do list was running through my mind while I was at a local store.
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。
Isabella believes she may have cracked a solution to two tough challenges in her country. Her initiative, the Chip Bag Project, aims to 51 garbage and poverty at the same time. As a student and 52 , she is asking local snack lovers a favor: rather than throw empty chip bags 53 into the trash, donate them! Then she can turn them into free sleeping bags for the homeless.
Chip eaters drop off their empty bags at two 54 :a print shop and a clothing store, where Isabella and her volunteer helpers collect them. After they soak the chip bags in hot water, they slice them open, lay them on the ground, and 55 them flat. Afterwards, they use fillings to 56 the insides.
It takes about four hours to 57 a sleeping bag, and each weighs no more than 1.5 kilograms, depending on whether they are based on single use or family 58 . And there you have it, a sleeping bag that is“waterproof and 59 .” Isabella told the News.
Since its start in 2020, the Chip Bag Project has 60 more than 800,000 chip bags.
While it would be 61 to raise money to buy new sleeping bags, Isabella's mission extends beyond. “We are dedicated to making an impact not only 62 but environmentally,” she says.
It's vital to keep in mind the value of repurposing bags that might 63 end up in the trash.This campaign serves as a powerful 64 that environmental issues and poverty often go hand in hand.As Isabella expressed to local ,“It's time to recognize the 65 among these issues and make a big difference to our world.”
51. A . enhance B . encounter C. avoid D . handle
52. A . instructor B . designer C. environmentalist D . tailor
53. A . causally B . cautiously C . occasionally D . deliberately
54 . A . dustbins B . sites C. directions D . situations
55 . A . iron B . roll C. hammer D . fold
56. A . wrap B. replace C . stuff D . repair
57. A . make B . decorate C . donate D . sell
58 . A . value B . size C. budget D . background
59 . A . portable B . fashionable C . disposable D . affordable
A . handed out e across C . taken in D . gathered up
A . busier B . simpler C . heavier D . smaller
A . objectively B . politically C. socially D. secretly
A . ever B . otherwise C. still D . therefore
A . demand B . assumption C. reminder D. solution
A . divisions B . similarities C. messages D. connections
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。
According to a recent study in Biological Conservation, with Miquelle as a co-author,55 Amur tigers were identified between 2013 and 2018 in four forested landscapes in northeastern China.
“Persistent efforts 66 (protect) tigers have paid off,” Miquelle said. The reason for the tigers’ sudden 67 (appear) in northeast China is due, in a large part, to a Chinese national policy called the Natural Forest Protection Project (NFPP). “A lot of measures have been taken to stop the harvesting of trees in many parts of China, especially in those villages whose economy, in the past, 68 (base) on timber harvest,” Miquelle said. 69 the timber industry shutting down, the forests were able to recover, and that's“a big reason 70 tigers are expanding.”
The NFPP was part of the Chinese government's“huge sweeping policy change”. It has shifted China toward environmental stewardship and wildlife protection. In 2016, China established the Northeast Tiger Leopard National Park, which covers nearly 15,000 square kilometers in northeast China, 71 (represent) the largest tiger shelter in the world. “China is working hard to turn this national park into 72 model for conservation in China,” Miquelle said.
Amur tigers may be well protected in northeastern China now, 73 they will face a number of threats____74 (link.) to climate change. With a more changeable or 75 (dry) climate, forest fires pose a serious threat to tiger habitat.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (满分15分)
假定你是校英文报的记者李华，上周五你校学生会在操场举办了一场跳蚤市场 (a flea market) 活动。请你为此写一篇新闻报道， 内容包括：
1 . 活动目的和过程；
2. 活动反响和意义。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2 . 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
A Flea market
第二节 (满分15分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写第一段，使之能与第二段合理衔接，构成为一个完整的故事。
On a cold, snowy evening, Jack was at the corner shop. with his sole focus on the Marvel(漫威) superhero figurines(小雕像). Since then, he had diligently walked a neighbor's dog and weeded his neighbors' gardens to earn money for one figurine. Finally he had enough money for one and raced towards the corner shop. Lost in excitement, he accidentally tripped over a homeless old man seated against a wall in the cold, quickly murmuring an apology before continuing on his way.
Inside the shop, Jack glanced at the shelves displaying IIuik, Thor, Captain America, Iron Man, and other beloved heroes. His heart raced as he reached for the Spiderman.
“You' re a fan, right ” a friendly voice appeared behind him.
Jack turned to see the shopkeeper, an elderly man with a warm smile. “Yes, they’ re amazing!” Jack said. “They' re strong, and they help so many people. They have super power. I wish I could be a superhero too.”
“You can be,” the shopkeeper encouraged.
Surprised, Jack asked, “But how I don't have any super power.”
Smiling softly, the shopkeeper bent down, placing his hands on Jack's arms. “Why would you need them ” he replied kindly. “See that woman over there She needs to take care of three children. However, she still actively helps the elderly in the community. And do you know Jimmy He is a firefighter who has saved countless lives. Being a hero isn't about super power; it's about what's in your heart.”
Locking eyes with Jack, the shopkeeper smiled. “You don't need super power to be a hero. It starts with your heart.”
注意：
1 . 续写词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Hearing what the shopkeeper said, Jack was lost in thought.
With relief, Jack found the homeless old man still sitting against the wall. He knelt down beside the old man, offering him a warm smile. “I'm sorry for bumping into you earlier,” Jack said sincerely. “Can I get you something to eat or drink ” The old man looked up, surprised by Jack's kindness. With a grateful nod, he accepted Jack's offer. Just then, Jack realized that being a hero wasn't just about saving the world----it was about making someone's world a little brighter.
宝安中学2024-2025学年高二年级期中考试
英 语 (答案)
第一部分 课本基础知识 （共两节，满分40 分）
第一节（共 10 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 10 分）
按中文及首字母提示，用选必一所学词汇的正确形式完成句子。
essential 2. enthusiasm 3. Informed 4. delightful 5. opponent
6. burst 7. innovative 8. detected 9. delicate 10. candidates
第二节 单项选择题（共 20 小题；每小题1.5分，满分 30 分）
从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
11-15 BBDBC 16-20 BDDCB 21-25 DCABD 26-30 DADDA
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。·
31-33 ACB 34-37 DBB 67189:uId:67189 A 38-41 DDBA 42-45 CADC
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。
46-50 GECAF
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)
51-55 DCABA 56-60 CABAD 1089256:fId:1089256 61-65 BCBCD
第二节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
66．to protect 67．appearance 68．was based 69．With 70．why
71 yuqio :uId: yuqio ．representing 72．a 73．but 74．linked 75．drier
注：大小写错误不给分
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（满分15分）
A Flea Market
Last Friday, the Students’ Union in our school organized a flea market on the playground, aiming to encourage resource recycling and meet individual needs.
The event featured students selling various items, from books to handmade crafts, creating a lively marketplace atmosphere. The flea market gained enthusiastic participation from both sellers and buyers. Many students took the opportunity to clear their possessions while earning some extra income. Buyers found unique treasures and eco-friendly alternatives to new products, contributing to a greener lifestyle among students.
Overall, the event was a success, which not only provided a platform for students to exchange goods but also promoted a sense of environmental awareness.
第二节（满分15分）
Hearing what the shopkeeper said, Jack was lost in thought. The shopkeeper’s words echoed over and over again in his mind. “How can I be a superhero without super power ” he thought to himself, Suddenly, the scene of the homeless old man trembling in the cold flashed across his mind. Jack made a crucial decision that instead of buying a superhero figurine, he walked out of the shop with a large shopping bag full of stuff. Hurriedly, Jack ran back to look for the homeless old man.
With relief, Jack found the homeless old man still sitting against the wall. He knelt down beside the old man, offering him a warm smile. “I’m sorry for bumping into you earlier,” Jack said sincerely. “Can I get you something to eat or drink ” The old man looked up, surprised by Jack’s kindness. With a grateful nod, he accepted Jack’s offer. Just then, Jack realized that being a hero wasn’t just about saving the world—it was about making someone’s world a little brighter.

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