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2025-2026学年山西晋中市平遥县第二中学校高二四月质检英语试题
第一部分 阅读[共两节，满分60分]
第一节（共15小题；每小题3分，满分45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
Here are some good destinations that will help you get plenty of opportunities for a good time with your family or friends.
China Dinosaur Land
As a national 5A-level attraction in Changzhou, it blends dinosaur science, thrilling rides, and live performances. Explore over 50 dinosaur fossils from across China at its core, the China Dinosaur Museum, or enjoy exciting rides like the 4D roller coaster and Fire & Water Power. Performance times vary seasonally, so check schedules in advance, standard hours are from 9:00 to 17:00.
Hengdian World Studios
Hengdian World Studios in Zhejiang is China’s largest film and television shooting base. It features various theme areas, including The Palace of Emperor Qin, the Palace of Ming and Qing Dynasties, and the Guangzhou Street Hong Kong Street. Visitors can rent traditional costumes and watch historical shows. Note that showtime varies by season, so checking the schedule beforehand is recommended.
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
Spend a day at Zhuhai’s world-class Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, one of Asia’s top ocean parks. It features a massive aquarium, a thrilling water roller coaster, and hundreds of marine species — whale sharks, penguins, dolphins, and polar bears are guest favorites. Please check service hours and showtime in advance. Note that outside food is not allowed, and refer to on-site height regulations for rides.
Suzhou Amusement Land
Situated about a two-hour drive from Shanghai, this large-scale amusement park uniquely combines water slides with spa facilities for year-round operation. It offers fun and relaxation across various themed hot spring pools, which include several themed spa pools like rose and carnation. For a safe experience, visitors are advised not to soak in any single hot spring pool for more than 15 minutes at a time to prevent dizziness or fainting.
1. What is the main feature of China Dinosaur Land as described
A. Showing film-making technique. B. Preserving old buildings.
C. Educating through fun. D. Soaking in the hot spring pool.
2. Where can you experience historical Chinese culture firsthand
A. In Hengdian World Studios. B. In China Dinosaur Land.
C. In Chimelong Ocean Kingdom. D. In Suzhou Amusement Land.
3. What common tip is given for the first three destinations
A. Checking the schedule before going. B. Booking tickets online early.
C. Following water safety rules. D. Bringing your own food.
B
Recently, the list for the 2026 Sloan Research Fellowships (斯隆杰出研究员奖) was announced in the United States. Chinese young scientist Cao Yuan has been awarded this well-known honor.
Cao Yuan, born in 1996 in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, graduated from University of Science and Technology of China in 2014. In 2018, Cao, 22, was named as the most influential scientist of the year by Nature magazine, for a major discovery of graphene superconductivity angle (石墨烯超导角度).
Nature on March 5 published two major papers by Cao. It was the first time that Nature released two continuous articles with the same first author. Cao became the youngest Chinese who published an article in Nature. The discovery was a breakthrough in the area of condensed matter physics and received worldwide attention.
Every year, Nature releases an issue highlighting the “ten people who mattered.” The cover is always a large number ten. Its design and pattern depend on the major scientific advances of the year. The year of 2018, the cover referred to Cao’s contributions.
Cao’s passion for science emerged early: as a child, he loved buying electronic components (元件) to study circuits (电路). His talent and diligence impressed his mentors, including Professor Zeng Changgan, who recalled that as an undergraduate Cao wrote a PRB theory article. He thought Cao was awesome and active. Beyond brilliance, Cao exemplifies perseverance. According to Nature, “despite a disappointing PhD start that made six months’ work fruitless due to experimental accidents, he simply rolled up his sleeves and continued working.”
Humble about his achievements, Cao once said, “I just skipped some boring stuff in middle school.” He advises, “Those who walk every step conscientiously will have a bright future.” This mixture of modesty and perseverance defines his inspiring journey.
4. What honor did Cao Yuan receive in 2018
A. The most influential author. B. The Sloan Research Fellowship.
C. One of Nature’s 10 people who mattered. D. The title of the youngest professor.
5. What can be inferred about Nature magazine
A. Its cover signals the year’s key scientific advances.
B. It only publishes work by young scientists.
C. It awards prizes to the most influential researchers.
D. It focuses mainly on Chinese history achievements.
6. Which of the following best describes Cao Yuan
A. Humble and dependent. B. Cautious and moody.
C. Indifferent and impatient. D. Diligent and persevering.
7. What message do Cao Yuan’s words in the last paragraph convey
A. Youth is wasted on the young.
B. Luck is when preparation meets opportunity.
C. The road to success is paved with steady small steps.
D. Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent hard work.
C
Have you ever felt so stressed that you just froze Your body goes still, you can’t feel much but meanwhile, your senses are working hard. You know you must act soon, but you just can’t move. This “freezing”, or tonic immobility in academic terms (术语), is an adaptive defense response to stress or danger. When we freeze, our heart rate drops and our blood pressure changes. A flood of hormones (荷尔蒙) spread quickly, readying us for action. It can all happen within seconds.
Freezing often makes us incapable of acting or making a decision. But is that really all that’s going on Not according to Prof Karin Roelofs, a neuroscientist who studies freezing at Radboud University .“Many people think that freezing is a kind of shutdown of the system,” she says. “What we actually find is that in threatening situations, freezing actually helps gain more information, prepare actions, and improve decision-making.” It’s a state of being watchful rather than total inactivity.
Importantly, this response can be trained. Roelofs highlights two groups controlling freezing: street performers keeping extreme stillness — the so-called living statues (雕像), and hunters (狙击手) requiring absolute stillness while making decisions. Lab research confirms this. A virtual reality shooting game showed players with stronger freezing responses performed better and decided faster. Freezing actually helps reduce brain noise and thus leads to faster decisions.
But let’s say you’re not a sniper, or don’t spend your weekends as a living statue. What if you’re about to take an exam or lead a big business meeting Those situations involving social pressure, may not be life or death, but still can cause freezing. The key is to use this response through training, particularly slow and rhythmic (有节奏的) breathing. Instead of feeling out of control, you can master it and — sniper or not — take your best shot.
8. What do we know about tonic immobility
A. It happens when we sleep. B. It’s an adaptive defense response.
C. It raises our blood pressure. D. It results from heart failure.
9. What does Karin Roelofs think of freezing
A. It helps us reduce pressure. B. It prepares our body for action.
C. It is necessary for survival. D. It stops our senses working.
10. How does the author support his idea in Paragraph 4
A. By making a contrast. B. By analyzing causes.
C. By giving examples. D. By explaining a process.
11. What is the purpose of writing the text
A. To show the real function of freezing. B. To help us apply trained breathing.
C. To introduce a new scientific finding. D. To clarify misunderstanding of pressure.
D
Scientists at MIT have managed to change ordinary spinach (菠菜) plants into natural sensors which can find chemicals used in bombs. The secret to giving spinach these special powers is nanotech (纳米技术), which is a scientific area that deals with making or changing things that are extremely tiny.
“Ordinary spinach plants can be found everywhere and easy to store, like other plants, they normally take in carbon dioxide gas,” the scientists say. “But actually they can sense small changes of soil and water potential and respond to them. If we tap into this point, there is a wealth of information to access.” That’s what the scientists use to power their tiny experiments.
For this experiment, the scientists placed two different kinds of tiny nano-materials into spinach plants. To embed (植入) them into the plants, the scientists put a liquid containing them on the bottom of the plant’s leaves. As part of its natural process, the spinach plant pulls water through its roots and into its leaves. If the water contains certain chemicals used in bombs, the tiny sensors in the leaves make the nano-tubes (管), which, along with the sensors, were placed into the spinach plant before by the scientists, produce a slightly special kind of light. By watching the plant constantly using a camera attached to a computer, the scientists set up a warning email if chemicals from explosives are found in the water.
The computer the scientists used is about the size of a playing card. They say that in the future, their system could even use a cell phone with its camera changed slightly. Discovering chemicals used in bombs is just one of the many uses the researchers are exploring. They have used such plants to discover several other dangerous chemicals as well. From their point of view, there’s no doubt that in the future, such systems could give farmers specific information about the health of the land and water on their farms.
12. Why do the scientists use spinach plants to do the experiment
A. They are common in the daily life.
B. They are efficient at absorbing carbon dioxide.
C. They are small in size and easy to store.
D. They are sensitive and responsive.
13. What’s the function of the nano-tubes placed into spinach plants
A. Producing a special light. B. Containing the liquid.
C. Controlling the camera. D. Fixing the tiny sensors.
14. What can you infer about the system from the last paragraph
A. Future success depends on specialized phone cameras.
B. Researchers are confident in its agricultural potential.
C. Farmers have received farm-specific environmental data.
D. The computer can be sized according to scientists’ needs.
15. What is a suitable title for the text
A. Nanotech Helps Spinach Grow Healthily B. Nanotech Protects Spinach from Danger
C. Spinach Is Sensitive to Chemicals in Bombs D. Spinach Delivers Warnings via Nanotech
第二节（共5小题；每小题3分，满分15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。
In daily interactions, the power of speech is often underestimated. ____16____ I think there exist four basic principles that make our communication truly influential. Remarkably, the first letters of these principles combine to form a meaningful word.
____17____ I refer not to small ice balls from the sky, but to its other meaning: to greet or praise with enthusiastic approval. This is how our words will be received if we consistently stick to the principles.
So what do they stand for Let’s break them down. The ‘H’ is honesty — being truthful, direct, and clear. The ‘A’ represents authenticity — being genuine (真诚的) and not pretending to be someone else. ____18____ I think it is an accurate way to put it. The ‘I’ is for integrity, which means consistently following through on your promises. Finally, the ‘L’ signifies love, a deep goodwill for others. Yet remember, true power appears only when these principles work in harmony. Absolute honesty can sometimes be unnecessarily mean. ____19____ In such situations, truth needs to become constructive with love rather than hurtful.
So hail Now, imagine a world where we all communicate from this foundation — grounded in honesty, authenticity, integrity, and love. Imagine people listening with conscious (有意识的) attention in suitable environments. ____20____
A. The word is “hail” (冰雹), with a great definition as well.
B. My friend once described it as standing in your own truth.
C. It would surely be a world of beauty and understanding.
D. It has an idea worth spreading.
E. Yet, it is our words that can inspire and bring about change.
F. Telling others “You look ugly today,” might be honest but unkind.
G. However, it is often challenging to get our meaning across.
第二部分 语言运用[共两节，满分40分]
第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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。
Tom, a Grade 11 student, used to be addicted to his phone after school. He’d ____21____ dinner with his family, and stay up late ____22____. Gradually, he felt ____23____ easily, and even argued with his parents often — his mood got worse owing to his failing ____24____. His parents tried to persuade him, but Tom always thought they were ____25____.
One weekend, Tom’s dad ____26____ him with a family hiking plan. “Let’s spend a day in the countryside, no phones allowed,” Dad said gently. Tom wanted to ____27____, for life without a phone seemed ____28____, but seeing his parents’ eager eyes, he ____29____ finally. During the hike, he fell behind quickly, breathing ____30____. His parents didn’t urge him, but shared interesting stories from his childhood. Slowly, Tom forgot his tiredness and even started chatting with them.
The turning point came when Tom ____31____ and hurt his ankle halfway. His dad carried him on his back, and his mom carefully bandaged it. Sitting on a stone, Tom watched his parents caring for him — something he’d never noticed before. Tom felt ____32____, realizing he’d been ignoring his family and his body.
After that day, Tom made up his mind to change. He joined his family’s daily activities and ____33____ his gaming time, no longer staying up late. Two months later, Tom became more ____34____, and started enjoying family time.
Tom finally understood that a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about eating well and exercising. It’s also about the warm ____35____ with family.
21. A. undergo B. cook C. criticise D. skip
22. A. studying B. gaming C. chatting D. arguing
23. A. worn out B. frozen out C. cheered up D. held up
24. A. health B. ability C. memory D. judgement
25. A. embarrassing B. inspiring C. dominating D. disturbing
26. A. surprised B. excited C. refreshed D. rewarded
27. A. promise B. refuse C. purchase D. admit
28. A. representative B. harmonious C. intolerable D. unfair
29. A. apologized B. agreed C. burst D. fled
30. A. slowly B. nervously C. calmly D. heavily
31. A. hesitated B. wandered C. tripped D. shouted
32. A. guilty B. comfortable C. humorous D. delighted
33. A. ignored B. enjoyed C. limited D. quit
34. A. active B. gentle C. noble D. responsible
35. A. celebration B. greeting C. connection D. discussion
第二节（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，填写单词的正确形式。
Chinese screen, also known as ping feng, is ____36____ unique and elegant piece of traditional furniture in Chinese decoration.
____37____ (typical), it is made of wood and features a delicate appearance. Famous for ____38____ (it) carvings and paintings, the Chinese screen can block wind and noise from the outside, cover a door and make the room private. When ____39____ (decorate) a house, Chinese people attach great importance to the harmony of their living space with the surrounding environment. ____40____ (architect) believe a screen can help to control ____41____ the energy flows in a room and promote a feeling of peace and calmness.
With its roots ____42____ Chinese culture and ancient history, the screen is more than just a physical barrier. In addition to its decorative and practical functions, the Chinese screen ____43____ (consider) a symbol of honor and respect since the Tang Dynasty. When important guests visit, the host often greets them behind the screen as a sign of respect and ____44____ (private).
Today, Chinese screens are treasured and employed for their multiple roles. Whether used to divide a room ____45____ add a touch of traditional elegance to a space, the Chinese screen remains a beloved and valuable piece of design.
第三部分 写作[共两节，满分40分]
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，你所在的学校将于4月5日下午3点在俱乐部中心举办一场中国传统手工艺品展览会。请你给你的外教Mr Clarks写一封邮件，邀请他参加，要点如下：
（1）展览会的时间、地点、主要内容；
（2）展览会的意义；
（3）希望对方参加这场展览会。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。参考词汇：手工艺品handicrafts
Dear Mr Clarks,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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 walk home through our town park used to be the best part of my day. My favorite thing in the park was the mural (壁画) — a huge, colorful picture painted on the wall. It showed children playing under a bright sun, and it felt like the heart of our community. But that heart was fading. The colors were washed out, and ugly marks were everywhere, ruining the beautiful picture. I felt like a happy memory of my town was being destroyed.
One day at school, my history teacher asked the class to look at old news about our town. I found a very old article on the computer. It was about the day the mural was finished. The article said the town would always take care of the mural. It even promised to provide funds to keep it beautiful. I was surprised. Nobody was taking care of it now. The promise was broken.
When I saw a large new black mark right in the middle of the mural, I felt angry and decided to do something. I remembered my civics teacher taught me, “To make a change, you need good proof.” He often said young people should take responsibility for the community instead of waiting for adults to fix problems. I had an idea. I would find proof that people still love the mural and let Mr. Davis, the park manager, know we should save it.
I used my phone to take many clear photos of the damaged mural. I saved the old article. Then, I wrote a few simple questions on a piece of paper including “Do you want the mural to be cleaned ” After school, I went to the park and asked people these questions. Almost everyone I asked said they loved the mural and wanted it to be saved. Many people told me their own stories about the picture.
I put everything together: the photos, the old article, and a survey of what people said. With the proof that the mural was important to the town, I stood outside Mr. Davis’s office. Would he listen to a young student
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右;
(2)请按如下格式作答。
Taking a deep breath, I knocked firmly on the door.
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Two weeks later, I stood in front of the restored mural.
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答案版
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. A
【答案】4. C 5. A 6. D 7. C
【答案】8. B 9. B 10. C 11. A
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. D
【答案】16. E 17. A 18. B 19. F 20. C
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 24. A 25. D 26. A 27. B 28. C 29. B 30. D 31. C 32. A 33. C 34. A 35. C
【答案】36. a 37. Typically
38. its 39. decorating
40. Architects
41. how 42. in
43. has been considered
44. privacy
45. or
【答案】Dear Mr Clarks,
I am writing to invite you to visit an exciting exhibition themed Chinese Traditional Handicrafts. In this exhibition, you will see exquisite traditional handicrafts, such as embroidery, paper cutting, and oil-paper umbrellas. Also, some craftsmen will be there and explain the craftsmanship, history, and cultural significance of these handicrafts.
The exhibition will be held in our school club centre at 3:00 p.m. on April 5th. I guess it will be a great opportunity for foreigners like you to experience the superb skills of Chinese craftsmen and to realize the importance of preserving precious traditional arts and crafts that are disappearing.
I’m looking forward to seeing you there!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】
Taking a deep breath, I knocked firmly on the door. Mr. Davis welcomed me in with a smile, and I nervously handed him my collection of proof. I explained how the mural had faded, showed him the photos of the ugly marks, and read the old article about the town’s promise. When I shared the survey results — how almost everyone wanted to save it — his eyes lit up. “You’ve done amazing work,” he said happily, patting my shoulder. “This mural is part of our town’s history, and you’ve reminded us to keep our promise.” He told me he’d apply for the funds right away to restore it.
Two weeks later, I stood in front of the restored mural. The colors were bright again — vibrant blues, warm yellows, and vivid greens that made the children in the picture look alive. The ugly marks were gone, and the mural shone like it did in the old article. Many townspeople gathered around, taking photos and sharing stories. Mr. Davis walked over and handed me a small brush. “Want to add the final touch ” he asked. As I painted a tiny sunbeam, I felt proud. I’d learned that young people could make a difference — all it took was courage, proof, and love for the community.

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