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肇庆市2024—2025学年第二学期高二年级期末统一考试
英语
本试题共10页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生先将自己的信息填写清楚、准确，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码粘贴处。
2. 请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效。
3. 答题时请按要求用笔，保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不得使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。考试结束后，请将本试题及答题卡交回。
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Our Student Support Bursary is available to assist UK students who may need financial help in some ways. If you don’t have enough money or need extra funds after starting your course, you can apply for non-repayable help.
And there are a small number of other centrally administered scholarships for undergraduates as well. Some of them are listed below. For further details of each scheme, click on the name of the scholarship.
Application deadline: 12 noon (UK time) on 12 February, 2025.
Scholarship Qualification Award
Bright Oceans (BO) Students must be ordinarily resident in mainland China (not including Hong Kong and Macau), and be studying an undergraduate course in the Maths, Physical and Life Sciences Division. Course fees and annual aids towards living costs.
OCIS Undergraduate Scholarship (US) Applicants must be ordinarily resident in the UK and from a Muslim community, applying for any subject in the course listing, except medicine. Applications will not be considered if for a second undergraduate degree. Course fees (at the home rate) and aids for living expenses.
Palgrave Brown Scholarship (PBS) Students must be resident in and/ or educated in the following countries: Albania; Belarus; Bulgaria, etc. Annual aids towards living costs.
Reach Oxford Scholarship (ROS) Students from low-income countries in Africa. Course fees, annual aids towards living costs and one return air fare per year.
The Fees, funding and scholarship search provides a comprehensive list of awards being offered by the colleges, departments and faculties.
1. Who can apply for the Student Support Bursary
A Students from the UK. B. International students.
C. Students from China. D. Hard-working pupils.
2. What does ROS differ from the others for award
A. Money for the home rate. B. Annual course fees.
C. One yearly return air fare. D. Annual costs for living.
3. Which link leads to full details
A. Bright Oceans
B. OCIS Undergraduate Scholarship
C. Reach Oxford Scholarship
D. Fees, funding and scholarship
B
Tyson Wachira Kinuthia had always wished to improve his trade by furthering his studies. The nutritionist and sports coach from Kenya made several applications to study abroad, but it had no fruit. After several tries, luck soon found its way.
One day, Kinuthia read an advertisement from the National Olympic Committee of Kenya, calling for people interested in pursuing further studies in sports-related subjects. With renewed hope, he submitted his application.
“Luck was on my side,” Kinuthia said happily. “After considering my documents, they told me Okay.”
Following careful preparation, Kinuthia’s dream was about to come true. At a gala event hosted by Zhou Pingjian, the esteemed Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, Kinuthia delivered a heartfelt speech, expressing his gratitude to the Chinese Embassy (大使馆) for their tireless efforts in making educational pursuits in China accessible to Kenyans.
Zhou, in his address, warmly welcomed the students and said, “I know each of you will be serving as a goodwill ambassador of Kenya while in China. Not every Chinese can have the opportunity to be in Kenya. They will have their impression of Kenya by interaeting with you.” Kinuthia felt confident that he would represent Kenya, and would do a good job.
Henry Rotich, the chairman of the Kenya-China Alumni Association, added that the scholarship program has become an important tool of education, strengthening the bonds of friendship between the two nations.
For Kinuthia, this journey marks the beginning of a new chapter. With a clear vision and a determined spirit, he is ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in China, working tirelessly to achieve his goals and bring back the knowledge to inspire future generations.
4. What happened to Kinuthia when he first tried to study abroad
A. His dream was destroyed.
B. He failed all his applications.
C. He received a scholarship offer.
D. He learned communication skills.
5. What did the National Olympic Committee of Kenya advertise
A. Job opportunities. B. Some sports events.
C. A health program. D. Study opportunities.
6. What is Henry Rotich’s main point about the scholarship program
A. It reduces personal educational costs.
B. It is used to promote sports in Kenya.
C. It can make Kenya-China ties closer.
D. It focuses on more job opportunities.
7. Which can be the best title of the passage
A. From Kenya to China: A Dream Realized
B. Kenya-China Educational Cooperation
C. Kinuthia’s Journey Abroad Successfully
D. Turning a New Leaf for the Young Coach
C
Just before sunrise, a big seafood meeting happens near Honolulu Harbor. As two dozen or so buyers enter the United Fishing Agency warehouse, they wear coats over their shirts to prevent the cold. They call their customers in Tokyo, Los Angeles, Honolulu — wherever expensive fish are eaten — and wait.
Soon, the big doors on the ocean side of the warehouse open, and workers start displaying fish on platforms. The tuna are as round and wide as a car wheel. For spearfish and swordfish, their long noses are cut off, and their bodies lie in rows like dull gray beams. Opah (月鱼), with big, round eyes like hockey balls, have thick lips. They all take their places in the hall.
The sellers cut small pieces from the fish as samples and place the meat on their pale white bellies. The buyers finger these pieces, trying to estimate the quality from the color, clarity, and fat content. They get instructions on their phones, and prices are negotiated through unspoken hand gestures. When a fish is sold, a small piece of paper is put on the fish, with vague handwriting notes. One by one, the fish are sold to the person who offers the most money. This is how the ocean’s treasure from the north-central Pacific is shared among some of the richest people in the world.
While this auction feeds the wealthy, the global fishing industry tells a darker story. Every year, more than 170 billion pounds of wild fish and shellfish are caught in the oceans — approximately three times the weight of every man, woman, and child in the United States. Fisheries managers call this overwhelming quantity of mass-hunted wildlife the “world catch (全球捕获量)”, and many people think that this harvest has been relatively stable over the past decade. But an ongoing study conducted by Daniel Pauly, a fisheries scientist, cooperating with Enric Sala, from National Geographic, suggests that the world catch is neither stable nor fairly divided among the nations of the world.
The wealthier nations that purchase most of the products of these fisheries are essentially privatizing them. Poore r countries simply cannot afford to buy high-value species.
8. What can be inferred about the seafood customers
A. They prefer freshly caught fish.
B. They are from high-end customer markets.
C. They focus on affordable seafood.
D. They visit the warehouse personally.
9. How can the buyers know the quality of the fish
A. From their customers’ advice.
B. From the sellers’ introduction.
C. From the paper on the fish.
D. From touching flesh samples.
10. What does the underlined word “auction” mean in Paragraph 4
A. Public sale. B. Peak season.
C. Final price. D. Press conference.
11. Where is this passage most likely taken from
A. A travel guide about Honolulu’s attractions.
B. A cooking magazine featuring seafood recipes.
C. An investigative report on marine conservation issues.
D. An adventure novel set in Hawaii’s fishing community.
D
Scientists from the University of Cambridge found a gene problem that causes PRA (犬类进行性视网膜萎缩) in English Shepherd Dogs. They developed a DNA test to identify this issue before dogs lose their sight. This helps the animal keepers stop the disease from spreading to puppies (young dogs). Usually, owners don’t know their dog has PRA until it’s middle-aged. By then, the dog might have already made puppies with the bad gene. But now, PRA can be prevented quickly from English Shepherds.
Katherine Stanbury, a researcher, explained, “Once a dog starts to lose its vision, there is no treatment; it will eventually become completely blind. But with the new DNA test, there’s no reason why any more English Shepherd Dogs should be born with this form of PRA. It gives keepers a way to get rid of the disease entirely. ”
The gene for PRA is hidden. A dog needs two bad copies of the gene to get PRA. One bad copy means the dog can pass it on. If two dogs with one bad copy have puppies, one out of four might get PRA. Dog keepers frequently breed (繁殖；饲养) English Shepherds from close families, which makes them more likely to have gene problems. The study started when an owner asked for help with a blind English Shepherd. The team collected DNA samples from other English Shepherds and used high-tech methods to find the exact gene issue.
The university now offers a DNA testing service for dog owners to prevent inherited diseases that are passed through genes. The test costs 48 and is done by rubbing the dog’s mouth with special cotton. Dr. Cathryn Mellersh noted “Owners might not notice their dog’ s vision problems until the dog bumps into things. For the cost of a good bag of dog food, owners can test their English Shepherds for PRA before they breed. This is to prevent, not to cure. It means a lot to breeders. They no longer have to worry if their puppies will stay healthy or develop this terrible disease. ”
This research could also provide insights into a similar human disease called retinitis pigmentosa (视网膜色素变性症), which also causes blindness.
12 Why did researchers develop a DNA test for PRA
A. To treat the PRA disease. B. To prevent PRA spread.
C. To study PRA symptoms. D. To limit affected dogs.
13. Which statement about PRA gene is true
A. Dogs need two gene copies to develop PRA.
B. All puppies from two carriers will have PRA.
C. English Shepherds rarely suffer from PRA.
D. One gene copy causes PRA in English dogs.
14. How is the passage organized
A. Introduction — examples — solution.
B. Background — methods — results.
C. Question — research — findings.
D. Problem — causes — prevention.
15. What does the passage focus on
A. A treatment for blindness in old dogs.
B. Genetic causes of PRA in aging dogs.
C A DNA test to prevent a dog blindness.
D. A breeding method for healthy dogs.
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。
The first heatwave of the summer is hitting much of the ground. Extreme heat and humidity levels will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses. ____16____
Consider what you’re wearing
Whether you’re heading to the pool or going for a walk, wear lightweight, breathable clothes. Choose cotton materials, which have big pores in their woven threads that allow for air circulation. ____17____ What’s more, don’t forget sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat to prevent sunburn.
____18____
Your location can make a big difference in how hot it feels. Dark surfaces like asphalt (沥青) tend to absorb more heat than natural environments. You can reduce the temperature around 10 degrees or more by just moving to an area that’s shaded.
Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion
Heat exhaustion is your body’s warning sign that you’re starting to overheat. Generally, symptoms include sweating more than usual, weakness, dizziness, fainting, pale skin, vomiting and fatigue. Pay special attention to seniors, children, and people with certain pre-existing medical conditions. ____19____
Water is your friend
On hot days, bring water with you wherever you go. Drinking water can help your body produce more sweat. If you’re feeling hot and need a quick way to cool down, you can also put yourself into a pool of water. ____20____
When you are working, exercising or playing sports outside in summer, remember to take a moment to cool down in the shade or an air-conditioned room.
A. Don’t forget to take breaks
B. Choose shady, natural environments
C. It can lower your core body temperature.
D. They are at higher risk of heat-related illnesses.
E. They can draw sweat away from your skin more easily.
F. So take measures to protect yourself against heat-related illnesses.
G. Because extreme heat is the No. 1 weather-related killer in the summer.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节;满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Dad was a cowboy. I was brought up on a farm.
One day, Dad and I planned to drive the cattle through a ____21____ , then to the upper places, where we would prepare them for transport. We circled the ____22____ , picking up the cattle here and there. When we gathered all the cattle to the gate, the wind became stronger and the ____23____ sky was terrible with thunder. The cattle all ____24____ the gate, as if they could not make a decision. When ____25____ lit up the sky, we decided to push a little ____26____ .
But I drove my wing of the herd too hard. The head of the group jumped back. The rest got shocked. They ___27___ immediately. I could tell that Dad felt upset. He shook his head.
Because the storm was approaching, Dad ordered, “Go back to the house. ” But the ____28____ we went, the worse I felt. So, I turned back. Full of ____29____ , I determined not to give in but ____30____ the weather. Although the storm was violent, ____31____ , the cattle were driven back to the gate. This time I didn’t ____32____ the group up on the horse back. I ____33____ my horse. I made the nose of the head-cattle go in the ____34____ direction. He dropped his head and started eating grass, wandering on through the gate, the others following.
I didn’t know when it stopped raining, but only found a ____35____ smile on my father’s face.
21. A. field B. gate C. way D. river
22. A. house B. sheep C. entrance D. farmyard
23. A. sunny B. blue C. cloudy D. clear
24. A. examined B. enjoyed C. hated D. passed
25. A. sun B. wind C. moon D. lightning
26. A. harder B. slighter C. forward D. backward
27. A. combined B. assembled C. separated D. revolved
28. A. wider B. farther C. closer D. deeper
29. A. excitement B. disappointment C. courage D. anxiety
30. A. ignored B. feared C. observed D. doubted
31. A. then B. again C. finally D. even
32. A. pick B. make C. cheer D. hurry
33. A. got on B. got off C. got from D. got to
34. A. wrong B. left C. right D. previous
35. A. proud B. painful C. powerful D. humorous
第二节 语法填空(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。
Pancakes are super easy ____36____ (make) at home and taste amazing right out of the pan, when they are neither too hot nor too cold. If we add a light crispness and a handful of green onions, they would be even ____37____ (nice). Some people like to put some soy or chili sauces on them. Others like to add a bit of meat or other vegetables ____38____ the dough for extra flavor.
CNN, the American Cable News Network, featured ____39____ article on its website on February 20th, 2025, introducing the “50 most delicious breads in the world”. Chinese pancakes made the list, and they ____40____ (describe) in a relaxed and interesting manner.
Under the sesame (芝麻) coating, you’ll find a soft, multi-layered structure with a rich wheat flavor. Skilled pancake ____41____ (maker) can stretch the dough so thin ____42____ some pancakes have more than 18 layers. In northern China, pancakes can be filled with sweet or tasty ingredients, such as ____43____ (smoke) meat or Sichuan pepper.
____44____ (strict) speaking, there are over 50 types of Chinese pancakes, each with its own special flavor. Additionally, pancakes reflect regional taste preferences and cooking methods. For example, in Beijing, people love sesame, so they make sugar cakes with sesame seeds. In Jiangsu, people enjoy ____45____ (eat) dried vegetables, and dried vegetable pancakes are widely available. The world of Chinese pancakes is full of surprises and delicious flavors!
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华，你校英文报就“AI与未来职业”举办论坛，征集学生意见。请你根据以下内容投稿：
1. AI 对职业的影响；
2. 个人的职业规划。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为100个左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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第二节 读后续写(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。
It was a cold winter day.
The school was buzzing with excitement for the upcoming Reading Festival. Tom, a passionate English teacher, was determined to make this year’s festival the best yet. His co-worker, Rose, a dedicated librarian, shared his enthusiasm. They planned to organize a series of activities to promote reading and learning among the students.
“Rose, what do you think about adding a book exchange to the festival ” Tom asked, his eyes sparkling with excitement.
“That’s a great idea, Tom!” Rose replied. “We can also have a storytelling session and a quiz competition.”
However, they faced a significant challenge. Some students were not interested in reading, especially during the winter when they preferred to stay indoors and play video games.
“We need to think of something that will really grab their attention,” Tom said, scratching his head.
“How about a treasure hunt game ” Rose suggested. “We can hide clues in books, and each clue leads to the next. The final clue will reveal the location of a special prize.”
“Yes, we will create a treasure hunt game where clues are hidden in books,” said Tom.
They hoped this would spark the students’ curiosity and encourage them to explore the library.
The day of the Reading Festival arrived, and the school was decorated with colorful banners and posters promoting the joy of reading. Tom introduced the treasure hunt to the students, encouraging, “Remember, the more you read, the more clues you’ll find!”
“Let’s see who can uncover the mystery of the special prize!” Rose added, her voice filled with excitement.
The book exchange and storytelling session attracted many students, but the treasure hunt became the highlight.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Lily was one of those who were interested in the treasure hunt.
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Tom and Rose awarded her the prize in front of the entire school.
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★开封前注意保密
肇庆市2024—2025学年第二学期高二年级期末统一考试
英语
本试题共10页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生先将自己的信息填写清楚、准确，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码粘贴处。
2. 请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效。
3. 答题时请按要求用笔，保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不得使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。考试结束后，请将本试题及答题卡交回。
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. D
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. A
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. A 11. C
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12 B 13. A 14. D 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. F 17. E 18. B 19. D 20. C
第三部分 语言运用(共两节;满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 24. A 25. D 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. D 33. B 34. C 35. A
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1. 5分，满分15分)
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. to make
37. nicer 38. to
39. an 40. were described
41. makers 42. that
43. smoked 44. Strictly
45. eating
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】Version 1:
As a high school student, I am deeply interested in how artificial intelligence is reshaping our professional landscape. AI presents significant opportunities, such as automating routine tasks, enhancing decision-making, and creating new roles like AI trainers and data analysts. However, it also poses challenges, including potential job displacement in manufacturing and customer service, requiring workers to adapt through continuous learning.
Personally, I am passionate about technology and aspire to become an AI engineer specializing in healthcare applications. I plan to pursue a computer science degree while taking biology courses to understand medical needs. During university, I will ai m to participate in AI research projects and internships to gain hands-on experience.
While AI will change many jobs, human creativity and problem-solving remain irreplaceable. The key is to view AI as a powerful tool rather than a threat. (135 words)
Version 2:
Artificial intelligence is changing our future jobs in many ways. Some jobs like factory workers or drivers may be replaced by robots, but AI will also create new jobs we can’t even imagine today. I believe jobs requiring creativity and emotions, like artists or nurses, will always need humans.
For my career, I want to become an environmental scientist. Even with AI helping analyze data, we’ll need real people to solve climate change problems. I plan to study both science and AI technology in college. This way, I can use smart computers to protect nature better.
AI is just a tool. The future belongs to people who can work with it wisely. (112words)
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
【47题答案】
【答案】 Lily was one of those who were interested in the treasure hunt. She decided to give it a try. As she read the books, she discovered a world of knowledge and imagination she had never known before. Each book she read not only brought her closer to the prize but also enriched her mind and expanded her horizons. However, the competition was fierce. She had to take her time to read and understand each book. Her patience and dedication paid off, and she was the first to reach the final clue.
Tom and Rose awarded her the prize in front of the entire school. Holding a golden bookmark and a set of classic novels, Lily beamed with pride. “Reading opens doors to endless adventures,” she shared, her voice trembling with excitement. The students cheered, their earlier reluctance replaced by curiosity. Tom and Rose exchanged a satisfied glance — their plan had worked. By blending fun with learning, they had ignited a passion for books in many hearts. The festival ended, but the love for reading it sparked would last far beyond that winter day.

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