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2025-2026学年天津市西青区为明学校第二学期高二3月开学考试英语试卷
注意事项：西青为明中学26春高二开学考试卷
1．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、学校、年级、班级填写在答题卡上，并把考号涂在答题卡上。
2．作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡上对应的答题区域内。写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。
一、听力试题 略
二、完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分，满分30分)
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
I was looking for a job that could help me make ends meet. It was a ____16____ summer when I stared at my nearly empty ____17____, realizing that I was slipping into financial trouble. An online advertisement caught my eye, ____18____ “Our delivery riders can earn $18 — $25 an hour”, so I decided to give it a try.
My first day felt like a small ____19____. I had earned more than I’d ever dreamed of. Orders ____20____ all day, and I thought success might really take no ____21____.
But fortune ____22____ visits twice. On the fifth day, the temperature climbed to 40℃. ____23____ by the double bonus, I kept riding and riding until I ____24____ under the merciless (无情的，残忍的) sun. A fellow rider named Carlos helped me up and taught me safer routes and ____25____ delivery practices. “What’s easy to earn often costs more than it seems,” he said. He was absolutely right. That day turned into a ____26____ of misfortunes — I brushed against a car and had to pay for the ____27____; three late deliveries ____28____ me any bonus. When I checked my final income, it dropped to barely enough for a meal.
Weeks later, when I delivered a birthday meal to an old man in a nursing home, he pressed a $20 note into my palm, whispering, “You made my day.” At that moment, I began to notice the kindness that quietly surrounded me — a stranger’s “Take care”, a customer’s smile, and Carlos’s timely ____29____.
Standing under the same sun that had once made me fall,I finally understood: the highest pay was never counted in ____30____, but in the courage to rise again and the patience to endure. And I also learned that every job has its ____31____, and success never comes without ____32____.
After that summer, I no longer ____33____ easy money. Instead, I valued the ____34____ I gained from the hard experience — resilience (恢复力，适应力) and gratitude. This delivery job, though tough, became a ____35____ lesson in my life.
16. A. carefree B. burning C. secure D. wasted
17. A. account B. expense C. office D. stomach
18. A. reminding B. discussing C. advising D. promising
19. A. mistake B. memory C. miracle D. target
20. A. slowed down B. flooded in C. piled up D. fell behind
21. A. wish B. risk C. effort D. chance
22. A. instantly B. rarely C. occasionally D. frequently
23. A. Rewarded B. Surprised C. Motivated D. Impressed
24. A. coughed B. collapsed C. shouted D. quitted
25. A. record-breaking B. low-carbon C. time-saving D. budget-friendly
26. A. chain B. piece C. sign D. dream
27. A. parking B. insurance C. fine D. damage
28. A. offered B. cost C. covered D. left
29. A. rescue B. recognition C. warning D. intelligence
30 A. titles B. dollars C. prizes D. credits
31. A. challenges B. benefits C. routines D. secrets
32. A. doubt B. regret C. struggle D. pride
33. A. relied on B. dreamed of C. turned down D. gave up
34. A. skills B. lessons C. wealth D. fame
35. A. boring B. simple C. valuable D. painful
三、阅读理解(共20小题，每小题2.5分，满分50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
Let’s take a look at the following books published over 10 years ago.
Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland 2014
Voted Britain’s clearest and most detailed road atlas in a consumer survey, the 2014 edition of Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland contains 160 pages of road maps and clearly marked service areas.
B10132 Paper back 248 pages
14.99 9.99
The Wipers Times
The Wipers Times, the well-known trench(战壕) newspaper of the First World War, is a unique record of life on the Front Line. With an extraordinary mix of black humour and funny ads, this edition enables you to experience the spirit of the trenches from the safety of your armchair.
B10120 Hardback 388 pages
9.99 7.99
Mary Berry Cooks
The nation’s best-loved home cook invites you to share the secrets of her favourite dishes. Mary Berry Cooks features an all-new collection of 100 mouth-watering, simple recipes for any occasion. From delicious dinners to special summer lunches, this is the perfect kitchen companion.
B10062 Hardback 320 pages
20.99 16.99
Bradford’s Crossword solver’s Dictionary
Anne R. Bradford has been compiling(编纂) her Crossword solver’s Dictionary since 1957, so this latest edition is based on over 50 years of crossword solving Every word in this dictionary has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue. With easy-to-read clear text design, this is an invaluable reference for both difficult and quick crosswords.
B10134 Paper back 896 pages
12.99 9.99
Computing for Seniors
This leading computer guide explains in easy steps how to use the Internet, email, Skype and online shopping, plus how to manage your computer settings safely and securely. Updated for Windows 8 and for Office 2013, it also sets out to make Tablet PCs, touchscreens and apps easier to be used, to give you confidence in your computing skills.
B10133 Paper back 240 pages
10.99 9.99
36. If you’re interested in the war years which book may you choose
A. B10062 B. B10134
C. B10132 D. B10120
37. What can one expect from Mary Berry Cooks
A. Easy cooking instructions.
B. Tasty dishes from across the world.
C. How to make a perfect kitchen.
D. How to cook a dinner in a secret way.
38. Both Bradford’s Crossword solver’s Dictionary and Computing for Seniors______.
A. have the same discount
B have similar pages
C. are in paperback
D. are first editions
39. Which of the following can be a guide for travelers
A. The Wipers Times.
B. Mary Berry Cooks.
C. Computing for Seniors.
D. Philip’s Complete Road Atlas.
40. The text is probably taken from ______.
A. a travel guide B. a textbook
C. a book review D. an advertisement
B
It was a sunny day in July, and I was a new paraglider (滑翔伞) pilot heading to Washington to fly at Parker Mountain. Flying in the middle of a summer day can be risky because of turbulence (风暴) and strong winds. For that reason, I had only flown in the mornings or evenings until then, but that day, I planned to fly at 2:00 p.m.
The takeoff went smoothly. I brought up my wing, turned around, and ran west off the mountain. I felt the wing lift me up, and it was an incredible feeling of free flight. However, as I passed the shoulder of the mountain, a strong north wind hit me, causing the right side of my glider wing to collapse (塌陷). I started to fall, but I leaned my body to the still-open left side, just as I had been trained. After a tense few seconds, the right side filled with air again and popped back into place.
The turbulence threw me from side to side, like being in a boat on rough water-except the “water” was the turbulent air. I struggled to keep my wing steady in the wind. Then, I flew into a powerful wind that shot me straight up into the sky.
I wasn’t enjoying this. Panicking wouldn’t help, so I focused on staying calm and doing what I had been trained to do. I guided my glider out of the wind and began sinking toward the ground. I was eager to land as soon as possible. Below me, a thick forest of pine trees blocked my path, but beyond the ridge ahead, I knew there was a farmer’s field if I could make it that far.
I cleared the trees and reached the field. I circled down quickly and made a rough but safe landing next to a small stream. I had never been so happy to be back on solid ground. My hands were shaking, and it took several minutes for my mind and body to calm down.
Pilots have a saying: “It’s better to be on the ground wishing you were in the air than to be in the air wishing you were on the ground.” And they’re right.
41. Why does the author usually fly in the mornings or evenings
A. To avoid turbulence and strong winds. B. To enjoy the best views.
C. To escape the midday heat. D. To follow other pilots’ advice.
42. According to Paragraph 2, the author recovered the collapsing wing by ________.
A. pulling the control lines hard B. shifting his body to the left side
C. preparing to land immediately D. reducing the tension on the wing
43. From Paragraph 4, we can infer ________.
A. the excitement of flying turned into a survival concern
B. the struggle and thrill of flying were enjoyable
C. the experience as a pilot helped him focus on training
D. the powerful wind made the author disappointed
44. What helped the author land safely according to Paragraph 5
A. Ignoring the strong winds. B. His ability to call for help.
C. Pulling the lines to stop falling. D. His training and quick thinking.
45. What does the pilots’ saying in the last paragraph suggest
A. Flying is thrilling but dangerous. B. Pilots should avoid risky situations.
C. Safety should always come first. D. Flying is prepared for experts
C
Think about all the plastic in our lives like plastic bags, plastic cups and plastic plates. Also, think about those forks and spoons in your school cafeteria. They may be plastic. For better or for worse, plastic seems to be everywhere.
Back in the 1990s, a man named Charles Moore discovered a huge floating island of plastic in the North Pacific Ocean. Since then, four more floating islands of plastic have been discovered in other parts of the world. With time going, Moore says, the island that he discovered is growing and spreading much farther than he expected. He made that discovery during a 30-day research expedition (考察).
“They found a lot more plastic than they’ve ever seen farther away from the area that’s called the Great Pacific Garbage Patch,” said Marieta Francis, the executive director of the A.M.R.I. — an institute that Moore created to investigate the floating plastic problem. “They ran across it sooner than expected.”
Experts say they’re not sure what all this plastic is doing to the health of our oceans or our own health. They suspect that small fish are eating tiny bits of the plastic and that those tiny little bits are getting into bigger fish when the bigger fish eat the small fish. Of course, we’re at the top of the food chain — most of the time, at least. So that means if the plastic is getting into the big fish, then it’s getting into the fish we eat and very possibly getting into us.
Moore and other researchers hope to figure out what effect all that plastic is having. But experts say their research is still in its very early stages. “What we do know for sure right now is that anywhere from 10,000 to 35,000 tons of plastic is floating on the surface of our oceans. And we humans put it there,” said Moore.
46. What can we learn from the first paragraph
A. Plastic can be shaped very easily.
B. Plastic has a terrible effect on people’s lives.
C. Many items in daily use are made out of plastic.
D. Plastic products should not be used in school cafeterias.
47. What has Moore found
A. The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is beginning to disappear gradually.
B. Four islands of plastic have appeared in the South Pacific Ocean.
C. The floating plastic problem can be solved easily.
D. The island of plastic has grown beyond his expectation.
48. According to experts, the floating plastic ______.
A. may threaten human health
B. may cut off the food chain
C. has caused a lot of fish to die
D. has become part of most fish’s food
49. When mentioning the islands of plastic, Moore may feel ______.
A confident B. worried
C. enthusiastic D. confused
50. The purpose of the text is to ______.
A. call on people to fight against the islands of plastic
B. warn human beings of the bad effect of the islands of plastic
C. report what researchers have found about the islands of plastic
D. criticize human beings for what they have done to the oceans
D
There comes a point when a thing becomes too much. It might be at the end of the meal when that final slice of pizza turns you from “comfortably full” to “ergh”; when the car karaoke goes from being huge fun to a throat-aching chore; or when you’ve been playing video games for hours and your eyes start to burn.
The fact that humans have unstoppable thirsts and appetites is not new wisdom. It’s found in Ancient Greece and in most of the world’s philosophies today. But in the Swedish idea of lagom, it has been given fresh life. Lagom means trying to find balance rather than constantly grasping for more, which stands in sharp contrast to American culture.
There are two separate aspects of lagom. The first is a kind of social awareness that recognizes that what we do affects other people. If you take three cookies from the plate, two other people aren’t going to get one. The second, however, is a mental shift that finds contentment in satisfaction. Many of us have the idea that bigger means better, that a bank balance means status, and that excess means happiness. Lagom, though, is to enjoy the “just right”, appreciating that sometimes less really is more. After all, talking to a friend over a coffee is nice. But meeting with ten friends after ten coffees does not make things better.
So, how are we to apply lagom to our lives I’m sure your childhood is treasured with great holiday memories and brilliant getaways, but chances are that your fondest, deepest memories were those spent simply at home. You do not have to pay lots of money or travel for hours to have fun. A cheaply cooked meal and some old-worn pajamas (睡衣) are “just enough” to have fun.
There are other ways we can apply lagom, from how often we see our friends to how much we buy to live sustainably. But the most profound element of lagom is simply to rest and relax when a thing feels good. Simple pleasures do not mean simple humans.
51. According to Paragraph 1, “too much” will eventually lead to ________.
A. excitement or pride B. depression or anxiety
C. satisfaction or enjoyment D. discomfort or regret
52. What does the American culture encourage based on the text
A. Chasing more wealth. B. Living a simple life.
C. Seeking only basic needs. D. Striving for constant success.
53. What does the underlined word “excess” most likely mean in Paragraph 3
A. Harmony. B. Limited amount. C. Enough. D. Too much.
54. By writing the passage, the author intends to ________.
A. encourage us to pursue the material wealth
B. show us that lagom is an extreme way of life
C invite us to appreciate what we have and find balance in life
D. highlight that simple pleasures lead to a successful life
55. What could be the best title for the passage
A. Wisdom of Lagom: Redefining Philosophy
B. Swedish Lagom: Balance and Happiness
C. Lagom and Social Awareness: Sharing and Caring
D. Understanding Lagom: Influence of Swedish Culture
五、书面表达(共25分)
56. 假设你是晨光中学的学生李津。5月18日为国际博物馆日，学校英语俱乐部正在举办主题为“The Power of Museums”的征文活动。请根据你查询到的以下图表信息，写一篇稿件。
内容包括：
(1)简单说明图表反映的现象；
(2)简要分析该现象产生的原因(如展览多样、互动性强、丰富生活和学习等)；
(3)鼓励大家走进博物馆。
注意：
(1)词数不少于100。
(2)可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
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