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2025-2026学年宁夏育才中学第一学期高二期末考试英语试题
（试卷满分 150分，考试时间 120 分钟）
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2.作答时，务必将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷及草稿纸上无效。
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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. What could the woman see from the room
A. The waterfalls. B. The power plant. C. The mountains.
2. What will the woman drink
A. Coffee. B. Water. C. Soda
3. Why did the sweater get smaller
A. It was dry-cleaned. B. It was dried in a machine. C. It was washed in hot water.
4. What do the speakers think of the new office manager
A. Strict. B. Unfriendly C. Emotional.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The weather. B. A picnic. C. A disaster.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Host and guest. B. Neighbors. C. Strangers.
7. What are the speakers complaining about
A. Limited parking spaces. B. Annoying noise at night. C. People's parking randomly.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8 What is the man doing
A. Having a job interview. B. Attending the new staff training. C. Discussing his career development.
9. What does the woman's company offer
A. Competitive salaries. B. Flexible working hours. C. Promotion opportunities.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What is the woman going to do next week
A. Make a mailing list. B. Meet all her customers. C. Mail the printed materials.
11. How many pages did each of the ordered brochures have
A .10. B.20. C. 100.
12. What will the man do next
A. Carry the brochures out. B. Offer his credit card number. C. Return the overcharged money.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13.What was the most challenging for Amy in the first stage
A. Avoiding wasting the ingredients.
B. Reflecting her character in the dish
C. Buying enough things within budget.
14.What did the competitors do in the second stage
A. They cooked for the restaurant.
B. They submitted a four-course menu.
C. They prepared a dish for the judges.
15.What happened to Amy in the second stage
A. She failed to use the oven.
B. She forgot to take the pizza stone.
C. She made the same dish as her competitor.
16. What was the judges' reaction when tasting the food
A. Excitement. B. Calmness. C. Disappointment.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where does Richard Florida mention the importance of choosing a living place
A. In a book. B. In a program. C. In a piece of news.
18. What is Los Angeles famous mainly for
A. Manufacturing. B. Financial services. C. Film production.
19. What are residents of Boston like according to the talk
A. Active. B. Disciplined. C. Hard-working.
20. What does Ellen Coyle mainly talk about in the end
A. The industries in different cities.
B. The qualities required in the workplace.
C. The impact of residents' personalities on urban industries.
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）
A
Urban gardens are valuable assets (资产) to communities. They provide green spaces to grow sustainable food, build community cohesion (凝聚力), make new friends, connect with the earth, and much more. So, let’s check out our list of 4 inspiring urban gardens in the US.
Gotham Greens
Where: New York & Chicago
What: Gotham Greens first started in Brooklyn and now has four locations in New York City and Chicago. Their flagship farm in Brooklyn produces over 100,000 pounds of greens per year. But it doesn’t just produce healthy local vegetables. It is using high-tech greenhouses with solar panels to make sure the food grown is healthy and sustainable.
Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students
Where: Baltimore, Maryland
What: The Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program encourages students to get their hands dirty and plant vegetables through their after-school and summer programs. Many of these kids don’t have access to green spaces and have never had the opportunity to grow food.
Revision Urban Farm
Where: Boston, Massachusetts
What: Revision Urban Farm in Boston works in partnership with the Revision Family Home-a shelter for 22 homeless parents and their kids. The farm provides these families within formation on healthy eating, and access to the farm’s fresh vegetables. The organization also provides job training to help families escape the cycle of poverty.
Swale
Where: New York
What: Swale, a floating food forest located on a large boat, is an innovative project meant to inspire citizens to rethink the relationship between our cities and our food. This urban garden serves as both a living art exhibit and an educational farm Food forests are sustainable gardens that include vegetables, fruit, nut trees, bushes, herbs, and vines — each one complementing the other in a symbiotic (共生的) relationship.
1. What is special about Gotham Greens
A. It offers homeless families information on healthy eating.
B. It creates a sustainable garden on a large boat.
C. It provides job training for students.
D. It uses high-tech greenhouses to grow healthy food.
2. Which urban garden offers first-hand farming experience
A. Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students. B. Swale.
C. Revision Urban Farm. D. Gotham Greens.
3. What do these four urban gardens have in common
A. They create job opportunities for farmers.
B. They are inspirational projects in New York.
C. They are beneficial to communities.
D. They have educational and entertaining purposes.
B
Ma Jun, born in 1995 in Ningxia, is the youngest winner of the Junma Awards for Ethnic Literature in the prose (散文)category for his first work, “Qing Bai Shijie”. Despite being wheelchair-bound and facing countless challenges, including a predicted life expectancy of 20, Ma has overcome the difficulties and is now living well at 29.
“Qing Bai Shijie” is a five-part collection reflecting on Ma’s life, from childhood to ambitions. The title symbolizes purity and innocence and fights the prejudice (偏见)Ma faced, such as being labeled as receiving “God’s punishment”. In 2016, Ma chose not to attend college to allow his younger brother to continue his education, a decision that led to despair but was later changed by reading Shi Tiesheng’s “Wo Yu Ditan”, which inspired him to pursue writing.
Ma’s journey in writing began as a means to find meaning and joy in life. After three years of devotion, he completed his book but faced the challenge of publishing without resources. However, the “Stars of Literature by Chinese Ethnic Writers” project selected his work for publication in 2023, a significant milestone.
The Junma Awards, one of China’s major literary prizes, recognized Ma’s talent, and his win was a joyful surprise. Ma’s condition, Spinal Muscular Atrophy(SMA), was diagnosed at27, and with treatment now affordable in China, he manages his disease through regular medical procedures.
Ma keeps a daily routine of exercise, reading, and writing, currently working on a novel. He defines himself not by his struggles but as a faithful writer, using literature to connect with the world and inspire hope. His social media profile reads, “Be a faithful writer”, a motto that summarizes his commitment to his career and his life.
4. What do we know about Ma Jun from the first two paragraphs
A. He received some punishment when he was born.
B. He won a literature award for people with disabilities.
C. He was predicted not to live longer than 30 years old.
D. He chose the title to imply his struggle against prejudice.
5. Why did Ma Jun give up attending college in 2016
A. He was not interested in higher education.
B. He wanted to focus on his writing career.
C. He faced both financial difficulties and health issues.
D. He accepted his role model Shi Tiesheng’s advice.
6. What’s Ma Jun’s current situation
A. He devotes himself to writing and his life.
B. He defines himself by his physical struggles.
C. His disease of SMA can’t be treated in China.
D. His writing is focused on social media connections.
7. Which of the following words best describe Ma Jun
A. Creative and intelligent.
B. Determined and hopeful.
C. Ambitious and hard-working.
D. Knowledgeable and optimistic.
C
As AI continues its extraordinary rise as a creative force, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic (美学) inflation,” where seemingly perfectly-composed images, poetic articles, and cinematic storytelling have become available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. Say, a symphony in the exact style of Beethoven or an essay in the voice of Hemingway can be generated in seconds. Does the perfect AI art, however, carry the same value
The value of artworks, as it is, goes beyond what is shown in the museum or the concert hall. We admire Vincent van Gogh not just for Starry Night but for the confusion, vision, and perseverance that shaped it. We don’t just listen to Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony; We are impressed at the fact that it was composed while he was deaf. These stories give their creation depth, reminding us that art is not just about aesthetics or skill.
Perfection has never belonged to humanity. Across cultures, imperfection isn’t just accepted–it’s embraced. The deep connection between imperfection and creativity in artworks is everywhere. The latter has always made space for mistakes, rough edges, and raw emotion, like the quake in a brushstroke, the crack in a voice -these aren’t things to be fixed, they’re what give art its soul and make human-created art more valuable.
Lost in great artworks, like a heartbreaking song, a thrilling movie, or an impressive painting, we travel the artists’ emotional journey, unbox one character’s bittersweet memories, or smile at the unexpected twists the creator carefully lays out. In this light, AI-generated art is not just unnatural. So, Jerry Saltz, an art critic, has a good question, “Calculated and deterministic, AI art is like a beautifully wrapped box shining with techniques. But do you really expect anything when you open it ”
Throughout history, the most celebrated works of paintings, literature, and music are always about expression, exploration, and engagement with the world. As AI art is detached from all these grounds, maybe the value of human-created art migrates to the very thing that displays who we are. As Glen Keane, a great Disney producer put it, “AI, or a machine, can’t understand the weight of a character’s sigh,” Maybe, he is right.
8. What is the characteristic of the era of “aesthetic inflation”
A. AI is becoming increasingly creative.
B. The world is flooded with instant artworks.
C. Classical artworks have made a comeback.
D. AI-generated artworks have become spotless.
9. Why are Vincent van Gogh and Beethoven mentioned in paragraph 2
A. To show respect for their creativity.
B. To highlight what’s behind human artworks.
C. To explain why artworks should be preserved.
D. To emphasize the great influence of their masterpieces.
10. What does Jerry Saltz’s question mainly reveal about AI art
A. It’s lifeless. B. It’s unpredictable.
C. It’s cutting-edge. D. It’s accessible.
11. According to the author, what does the value of human-created art lie in
A. The unique aesthetic skills. B. The adaptation to AI assistance.
C. The reflection of human nature. D. The exploration of human potential.
D
Imagine a forest where only one type of tree grows. If a disease kills that tree, the entire forest dies. This is the danger of losing biodiversity — the variety of life on Earth. Biodiversity is not just about saving cute animals; it’s the foundation of healthy ecosystems that humans depend on for survival.
First, diverse ecosystems are more resilient. For example, rainforests with thousands of plant species can recover from storms or fires better than monoculture forests (where only one species grows). Bees, butterflies, and birds pollinate 75% of the world’s food crops, ensuring we have fruits, vegetables, and nuts. If these pollinators disappear, our food supply will collapse. Similarly, predators like wolves control deer populations, preventing overgrazing and protecting plant life.
Second, biodiversity provides medical breakthroughs. Many life-saving drugs come from nature: aspirin from willow trees, cancer treatments from sea sponges, and antibiotics from soil bacteria. If species go extinct, we lose potential cures. Scientists estimate that less than 1% of Earth’s species have been studied for medicinal value — who knows what treatments we’re losing as species vanish
Sadly, biodiversity is declining faster than ever. Human activities like deforestation, overfishing, and pollution have caused a “sixth mass extinction,” with up to 1 million species at risk. This isn’t just a loss for nature; it’s a threat to human well-being.
Protecting biodiversity isn’t optional. We can support protected areas like national parks, reduce our carbon footprint, and choose sustainable products (e.g., certified organic food). Every species, no matter how small, plays a role in nature’s balance. As biologist E.O. Wilson said, “The one process now going on that will take millions of years to correct is the loss of genetic and species diversity by the destruction of natural habitats. This is the folly our descendants are least likely to forgive us.”
12. Why does the author mention a forest with only one type of tree
A To explain how forests recover from storms.
B. To argue that monoculture forests are useless.
C. To indicate how essential biodiversity is to the earth.
D. To describe the beauty of diverse ecosystems.
13. What is the role of pollinators like bees
A. They help plants produce food crops humans need.
B. They control the population of dangerous predators.
C. They provide ingredients for life-saving drugs.
D. They prevent diseases from spreading in forests.
14. The underlined word “resilient” in Paragraph 2 probably means ______.
A. easy to destroy B. slow to grow
C. dependent on human protection D. able to recover from difficulties
15. What is the author’s main point
A. Humans should focus on saving cute or useful species.
B. Extinction is a natural process that humans can’t stop.
C. Medical progress is more important than protecting species.
D. Biodiversity is crucial for ecosystems and human survival.
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。
As a professional artist, people ask me all the time where I get inspiration. _____16_____ Favorite artists Where do you find reference (参考) photos Whether you’re painting flowers, abstracts or landscapes, staying inspired is the key to always creating new work and discovering your own unique style.
____17____ I’ll bring my phone along, and take my own reference photos and videos of flowers I see, interesting color palettes (主要色彩) in the sky or landscapes. ____18____ While you’re outside, you become more of a discoverer when it comes to colors and subject matter.
If there’s a particular subject I know I need to paint or some color inspiration I can’t find in my local area, I’ll search the Internet. ____19____ NO. I’m talking about finding travel photos, nature photos, etc. and creating mood boards that evoke (唤起) a certain theme you’re going for. This step is huge for trend forecasting and creating work that’s truly inspired and not a recreation.
Sometimes books are my great inspiration. And my favorite book for digging yourself out of a creative rut (一成不变的状态) is The Artist’s Way. ____20____ It’s a game-changer! I also love referencing one of my favorites, Flowers of the World. This is a beautiful book that’s opened my eyes to many species of plants that I’ve never even heard of.
A. If you’ve never read this book, I highly recommend it.
B What are your favorite art books
C. When I need some inspiration for a new painting, I always go outside.
D. Why do we need to find inspiration
E. This will help you keep your eyes open.
F. I’m not talking about looking at other artists on the Internet and copying what they paint.
G. This might seem strange, especially if you’re not familiar with painting.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分， 共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。
Kelby Nelson had always looked up to his dad Mr Nelson, a hardworking man who had always put his family first. As his dad’s birthday ____21____, Kelby wanted to do something special to show his ____22____ for all that his father had done for him. After much thought and consideration, Kelby decided to give his dad a gift that would truly make his day more special.
Kelby knew that his dad had a deep ____23____ for photography but had never pursued it as more than a hobby. ____24____ by this, Kelby decided to give his dad a once in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase his work in a local art gallery.
Kelby ____25____ contacted the owner of a popular gallery in town and explained his ___26___. Impressed by the heartfelt gesture the owner agreed to host an exhibition featuring Kelby’s dad’s photographs. Kelby then spent weeks meticulously (精心地) ____27____ the best photos from his dad’s collection, ensuring a diverse and attractive showcase.
On the day of his dad’s birthday, Kelby blindfolded (蒙住) him and led him to the gallery. As they entered, Kelby ____28____ the blindfold, revealing a gallery filled with amazing prints of his dad’s photographs. His dad stood there, ___29___, his eyes moist with emotion.
The gallery opening _____30_____ a surprise party, with friends, family, and fellow photography enthusiasts gathered to _____31_____ Mr Nelson’s talent. The local media caught wind of the event and sent reporters to cover the exhibition, further expanding Kelby’s dad’s _____32_____ .
Overwhelmed (淹没) by the love and _____33_____ surrounding him, Kelby’s dad thanked his son, not just for the _____34_____ gift, but for encouraging him to pursue his passion and giving him the _____35_____ to share his art with the world.
21. A. approached B. continued C. approved D. updated
22. A. registration B. preference C. responsibility D. appreciation
23. A. guilt B. regret C. passion D. worry
24. A. Confused B. Inspired C. Impressed D. Challenged
25. A. moderately B. narrowly C. desperately D. secretly
26. A. hobby B. plan C. result D. ambition
27. A. selecting B. stealing C. telling D. separating
28. A. observed B. covered C. removed D. reduced
29. A. careless B. selfless C. helpless D. speechless
30. A. turned into B. gave way to C. referred to D. broke into
31 A. defend B. celebrate C. confirm D. define
32. A. recognition B. achievement C. position D. transition
33. A. soul B. crowd C. wonder D. support
34. A. ordinary B. familiar C. incredible D. virtual
35. A. talent B. ability C. relief D. confidence
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。
On August 5, 2024, Chinese badminton player He Bingjiao won a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. However, ____36____ truly stood out was a touching moment on the podium (领奖台). As she received her medal, He Bingjiao held a badge (徽章) ____37____ (feature) the Spanish flag, which aroused widespread curiosity online.
This gesture was to express respect and care for her semifinal opponent, Spain’s Carolina Marin, who ____38____ (retire) from the match due to injury. He Bingjiao explained, “I brought the Spanish badge because Marin’s suffering broke my heart. I hope she sees this and wish her a speedy ____39____ (recover).”
During their semifinal match, Marin performed well but ____40____ (force) to stop after getting injured. He Bingjiao immediately reached out, offering support and checking on Marin, who was ____41____ (visible) upset.
The act rapidly made headlines around the world. The International Olympic Committee praised He Bingjiao ____42____ showing the Olympic values of respect and friendship. Spanish media also highlighted the ____43____ (emotion) moment, with many fans applauding her sportsmanship. Pau Gasol, the legendary Spanish basketball player, called it ____44____ beautiful display of Olympic spirit.
He Bingjiao’s action not only demonstrated her respect for her opponent but also reflected the true spirit of the Olympics — competition, ______45______ (pair) with unity and mutual (相互的) respect.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是宁夏育才中学的学生会主席李华，你校将迎来英国交换生代表团。学校安排你作为学生代表在欢迎仪式上发言。请根据以下要点，用英语写一篇欢迎词。内容包括：
1. 表示热烈欢迎与诚挚问候；
2. 简要介绍本校的特色校园文化生活（如文学月，科学家进校园，博物馆研学及丰富的社团活动等）；
3.表达美好祝愿。
词汇：文学月 Literature Month 研学 field trip
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。
Dear British friends, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thank you!
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，使之成为一篇完整的短文。
The annual school sports day was in full swing, with the bright sun shining down on the bustling track field. The air was filled with lively music and the excited cheers of students. Among the participants was Leo, a determined but not particularly athletic boy who had signed up for the challenging 1500-meter run. Though he wasn’t the fastest runner in his class, he had trained hard for this moment and made a promise to his friends that he would give it his all.
As he stood at the starting line, Leo could feel his heart pounding like a drum. He took a deep breath, trying to calm his nerves while focusing on the track ahead. The other runners looked confident and ready, which made him even more anxious. When the starting gun finally fired, all the competitors surged forward like arrows released from their bows.
For the first lap, Leo managed to maintain a steady pace in the middle of the group. He could hear his classmates shouting encouragement from the stands, which gave him strength and motivation. However, as he entered the second lap, he began to feel the strain in his muscles and the burning in his lungs. The distance seemed to stretch endlessly before him.
Then, just as he was rounding a curve, the runner beside him stumbled and accidentally bumped into him. Leo lost his balance completely and fell hard onto the rough track surface. A sharp pain immediately shot through his knee and hands. He watched helplessly as the other runners quickly passed him by, their figures growing smaller in the distance. For a moment, he just sat there, feeling the physical pain mixed with deep disappointment. The finish line now seemed like an impossible goal, and a tempting voice in his head suggested he should just quit and spare himself further embarrassment.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为150左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题纸相应位置作答。
However, when looking up, Leo saw his classmates standing and cheering for him.
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Slowly but steadily, Leo began to move forward again.
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