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2026届湖北沙市中学下学期高二期中考试英语试卷
考试时间：2026年4月24日
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）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At a store. B. At a bank. C. At a hotel.
2. What will the speakers do next
A. Explore the city. B. Eat out. C. Go to the library.
3. What is probably the man
A. A house owner. B. A repairman. C. A house agent.
4. What does the man tell Ava to do
A. Fetch the clothes. B. Cook dinner. C. Pick up the groceries.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A song. B. A band. C. A concert.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答6、7题。
6. What is people’s attitude toward the man’s team
A. Critical. B. Confident. C. Uncertain.
7. What does the man see as the main challenge
A. His team’s unstable performances.
B. The opponents’ unpredictable strength.
C. Pressure from increased fan expectations.
听第7段材料，回答8、9题。
8. How long is the celebration put off
A. For one day. B. For two days. C. For three days.
9. Who will the woman probably turn to for help
A. Helen. B. Sara. C. Carmen.
听第8段材料，回答10至12题。
10. Why can’t Tom meet Ms. Greenwell today
A. Ms. Greenwell doesn’t prepare well.
B. It is not a good day for visits.
C. He makes an unannounced visit.
11. Why does Tom come here
A. To call on his investors. B. To have business discussions. C. To attend a conference.
12. What does Tom want Ms. Greenwell to do
A. Give him a call later. B. Meet with him tomorrow. C. Visit his company next week.
听第9段材料，回答13至16题。
13. Where does the conversation take place
A. In a travel agency. B. In a bar. C. In a hotel.
14. How long will it take the man to get to the airport
A. 50 minutes. B. 25 minutes. C. 15 minutes.
15. What will the man do in thirty minutes
A. Pay the bill. B. Take a bus. C. Receive the receipt.
16. What does the man agree to do before leaving
A. Have a drink. B. Write a thank-you note. C. Sign the guest book.
听下面一段独白，回答17至20题。
17. How old is the speaker now
A. 35 years old. B. 25 years old. C. 10 years old.
18. What made the speaker frightened
A. He might be left alone in hospital.
B. He might get shots.
C. He might be ignored by doctors.
19. How did the nurse comfort the speaker
A. By listening to his refusal. B. By singing a song to him. C. By sitting in his room and reading.
20. Why was the speaker thankful for the nurse
A. She made him feel sleepy.
B. She made him feel safe.
C. She made him feel different from others.
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
With midterms and finals nearing, finding time to work out between all the studying and classes can be a challenge. But who says you must choose between studying and working out This study break exercise routine is all you need to stay on track for your fitness goals. Better yet, it’s just 5 minutes long.
How It Works
For every hour of studying, take a 5-minute break to get up and move your body. This routine is filled with light cardio, bodyweight exercises, and dynamic stretches to wake your body up and prepare it for your next period of studying. This routine may be short but do it enough times throughout the day and the calories will add up!
Routine Details
5 Minute Study Break Exercise
Add Mindfulness
Although you will benefit regardless of how well you perform the exercises, adding mindfulness can make it even more effective:
Pay Attention: Notice the sensations in your body as you move and stretch.
Breathe: Match movements to your breath — breathe in as you prepare, breathe out as you stretch or apply force.
Be Gentle: Don’t force stretches. Move within a comfortable range.
Focusing on your body for these few minutes helps calm the mind.
1. Which two activities share the same duration
A. Squats and Upper Back Stretch. B. Jumping Jacks and Neck Circles.
C. Shoulder Rolls and Reach Overs. D. Knee March and Hamstring Hang.
2. What is highly recommended to learn the moves
A. Sending a feedback email. B. Watching a guided video.
C. Seeking a workout partner. D. Calling a fitness center.
3. Which can improve the workout results
A. Taking deep breaths in between.
B. Rushing through the entire routine.
C. Pushing each move to the maximum.
D. Pairing movement with mental focus.
B
When my mother passed away a few years ago, my father was left alone in the large house they had shared for 50 years. Without her to watch out for him, he was worried about who would find him and help if “something happened”.
My sister and I live in other states, so we hit on the idea that Dad could email us every morning when he awoke. Then “the Morning Report” was born.
He’s usually up by the crack of dawn, and his half a dozen or so sentences are waiting for me in my inbox when I wake up. If there’s no email, I call him, or my sister does, to make sure everything is fine. The reports have become more than an everyday check though; they’re a sort of diary, a catalyst (催化剂) for more extended conversations, and source of insight into his life.
Through these emails, Dad tells us about his routines. He might be heading to the grocery store for bananas, going to his cardiac-rehab (心脏康复) exercise class, or having lunch with friends. Recently he told us, “I’ve climbed halfway up Mount Washington!” Given his age and distance from New Hampshire, such a hike had been unlikely.
Each email closes with “All my love, Dad.” When my mother was alive, that feeling was normally reserved for her. Now that she is gone, he shares those feelings and his experiences with us. For me, what started as a simple security measure has spawned deeper closeness.
I’m grateful my father is still able to manage his computer and the Internet. I know the day will come when he’ll no longer be able to write the reports, and we’ll have to find other ways to keep track of one another. But until then, they are our way of knowing that another normal day has begun.
4. What was the original purpose of “the Morning Report”
A. To ensure the father’s safety. B. To track the father’s daily routines.
C. To keep the father from feeling lonely. D. To help the father manage his large house.
5. What can be inferred about the father’s current life
A. He leads a lonely life. B. He stays active and engaged.
C. He misses his wife very much. D. He is learning to use a computer.
6. Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “spawned” in paragraph 5
A. Hidden. B. Weakened. C. Shadowed. D. Created.
7. What does the author imply about the future of “the Morning Report”
A. It will continue unchanged as long as the father lives.
B. It may eventually be replaced by other ways of staying in touch.
C. It has become less meaningful as the father grows older.
D. It will be taken over by the sister when the father can no longer write.
C
You can almost see scientists criticize whenever a new Hollywood film, filled with scientific errors. But one astronomer voiced a suggestion — maybe it’s OK if a movie makes mistakes in the facts, as long as it gets the big picture right about science and scientists.
Seth Shostak of the SETI Institute comes with his own experience on Hollywood sets. His biggest problem wasn’t with the alien (外星人) technology. Instead, he fought for the filmmakers to stop showing the scientists as data-calculating stereotypes (刻板印象). “Real scientists don’t describe an object entering the solar system as significant for the fact that it was not moving in an asteroidal ellipse (星状椭圆)…but moving at nearly three times ten-to the seventh meters per second,’” said Shostak. “More likely, they would say that there was ‘a rock headed our way’” “Besides trying to make his fictional versions more recognizably human, he emphasized the need for films to focus on conveying the scientific method rather than arguing about details.
Another scientist disagreed, saying that inaccurate science could have consequences beyond fictional settings. Wayne Grody, a physician at UCLA, suggested that wrong depictions (描绘，刻画) of medicine could confuse viewers. “Perhaps some people do take away more science from their favorite films or television shows, but there is the court case (诉讼案件) where someone successfully charges Grey’s Anatomy with (实习医生格蕾) misleading them on a medical condition.”
However, Shostak’s point seems work on the whole. Even medical educators have used shows to engage medical students to deal with medical issues. The power of big or small screen drama comes from persuasive characters that may represent brilliant doctors or scientific geniuses, but also have human quirks that allow viewers to empathize (共鸣). Such stories serve the purpose of helping explain science. After all, science fiction writer Isaac Asimov once remarked that science could become as mysterious and impossible to understand as magic. Storytellers may help shine a light into the foggy temple by creating relatable characters that practice science.
8. What is Seth Shostak’s main concern
A. The accuracy of alien technology depiction. B. The use of technical terms in scientific dialogue.
C. The emphasis on conveying the scientific method. D. The close-minded description of scientists.
9. What does Wayne Grody imply by mentioning the potential case against Grey’s Anatomy
A. Fictional medical errors can result in serious real-world confusion.
B. Television dramas are responsible for educating medical students.
C. Viewers have become more critical of scientific details in shows.
D. Courts should play a role in monitoring scientific content in media.
10. What does the underlined word “quirks” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Talents. B. Ambitions. C. Characteristics. D. Weaknesses.
11. Which of the following proverbs best summarizes the main idea of the text
A. A picture is worth a thousand words. B. Don’t judge a book by its cover.
C. Seeing the forest for the trees. D. Every coin has two sides.
D
A colorful colony of photosynthetic (光合的) cyanobacteria, known as blue-green algae (藻), has successfully powered a computer microprocessor for more than six months, according to a study published in the journal Energy & Environmental Science.
The algae-computer system was placed in the window of biochemist Paolo Bombell’s home. What he saw next really blew his mind: It sat there from February to August, and all the while it was working. And even after the microprocessor has been disconnected, the cyanobacteria device continues to produce current. “Given the right conditions of light, temperature and water, I cannot predict when it will stop,” said Bombelli.
Cyanobacteria harvest energy from sunlight and make it into food for themselves. For this study, the researchers put the power-providing microorganisms into a plastic and steel enclosure, about the size of an AA battery, along with an aluminum anode (铝正极). Throughout the experiment, the connected microprocessor was programmed to do a bunch of calculations, and then check its own work. It did this in a 45-minute period, followed by 15 minutes of standby, continuously for months with the cyanobacteria unit as its only power source.
Even though the algae rely on a light source to feed, the bio-system continued to produce enough power to run the microprocessor in the dark. The scientists basically put down this phenomenon to leftovers. When there was light, the cyanobacteria cooked up an over-abundance of food, and when it was dark the microorganisms kept chewing on the extras.
According to Chris Howe, senior author of the study, the results suggest that the little bio-based battery alternative could serve as a way to power small electronics without rare earth elements, which are in short supply and under growing demand. Plus, the system could also help bridge the electricity divide, providing another power supply for people in rural areas or low-income countries.
Though the experiment’s results are promising, it’s important to keep in mind that the computer processor tested uses very little energy — requiring only 0.3 microwatts to run. More research is needed to know exactly how much the tiny AA-battery-sized device could scale up. Howe said, Putting one on your roof isn’t going to provide the power supply for your house at this stage.”
12. Which of the following facts about the algae-computer system surprised Bombelli
A. It can function without water.
B. It can convert light into power.
C. It can work for a long time.
D. It can stand high temperatures.
13. What can we learn about the bio-system from paragraph 4
A. It stores light for later use.
B. It works normally in the dark.
C. It consumes little food in the dark.
D. It produces food for people.
14. What will the research focus on next
A. How the device will work on the roof
B. Whether the device’s size can be reduced.
C. Whether the device can play a bigger role.
D. How the device will adapt to new environments.
15. What is the best title for the passage
A. The Future of Household Electricity Supply
B. Blue-Green Algae: A New Source of Food
C. An Algae-Powered Device Runs Computer for Months
D. A Promising Bio-Battery Creates the Miracle
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。
A visit to a botanical garden may seem like just another outdoor activity, but it offers unique experiences that go beyond a simple stroll among plants. ___16___ They are sanctuaries (庇护所) where people can escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and find peace amidst nature’s beauty. Visitors can unwind, explore the serene environment, and leave feeling refreshed.
Beyond providing a place for relaxation, botanical gardens serve as educational hubs. They introduce visitors to a wide range of plant species from around the world, each labeled with information about its origin, ecological role, and significance. ___17___ By attending workshops, guided tours, and special exhibitions, visitors can deepen their understanding of plant biology, conservation, and sustainable practices.
___18___ For children, these gardens are like living classrooms where they can interact with nature through hands-on activities and interactive exhibits. Dedicated kids’ zones often feature storytelling sessions, games, and educational displays that make learning about plants fun and memorable. These experiences nurture a child’s curiosity and foster a lifelong appreciation for the environment.
In addition, botanical gardens play a crucial role in conservation efforts. ___19___ They collaborate with research institutions to protect endangered species, maintain seed banks, and restore threatened habitats. Supporting botanical gardens not only helps preserve plant diversity but also strengthens global conservation initiatives.
Finally, visiting a botanical garden can be a meaningful way to connect with loved ones. Whether enjoying a peaceful walk through the gardens or capturing photos of vibrant blooms, these shared moments help create lasting memories and deepen bonds, all while cultivating a renewed sense of wonder for the natural world. ___20___
A. The experience fosters both relaxation and togetherness.
B. They are vital to protecting plant diversity and ecosystems.
C. Botanical gardens are much more than collections of plants.
D. Nature reserves provide valuable insights for curious visitors.
E. Visitors can participate in seasonal events and themed exhibitions.
F. Many gardens offer specially designed areas that cater to young visitors.
G. Apart from being informative, they are committed to an educational mission.
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。
Consisting of a gigantic yard, a wooded ravine (沟壑), and a small pond, the property where I grew up was a perfect place for seven boys.
Situated next to the ravine, our house dominated the ____21____. From the sink at the kitchen’s window, Mom could look over the entire backyard, where nothing ____22____ her watchful eyes. She’d say, “You’re tearing up the grass!” Dad would reply, “We’re ____23____ boys.”
Dad was a hard-working man, but not ____24____ to the occasional clowning-around-for-a-laugh. And Mom knew that all too well.
One summer, Dad decided to ____25____ a tree house in an oak just beyond the backyard fence. This led to a ____26____ Saturday afternoon, with Dad hammering away on the only finished part — the floor. At the time, my brothers and I were working beneath the oak, doing jobs that Dad ____27____.
Suddenly, we saw one corner of the floor give way. My brother screamed “Dad! ” while I watched in ____28____. Dad grabbed for the nearest ____29____, but they were too far away. He ____30____ on his hands and knees down the sloping floor, and his body launched head first over the side.
At that precise moment, Mom happened to step to the ____31____, where she witnessed Dad perform a perfect somersault (空翻) in midair and land ____32____ on his feet. Immediately, she ____33____ out and yelled “Jack! Quit ____34____ in front of the boys!”
After Mom walked back into the house, Dad looked at his sons, and we all burst out laughing. If Mom only ____35____…
21. A. sky B. earth C. market D. landscape
22. A. impressed B. escaped C. covered D. widened
23. A. inviting B. protecting C. raising D. discovering
24. A. opposed B. devoted C. accustomed D. addicted
25. A. build B. visit C. decorate D. pick
26. A. cloudy B. boring C. beautiful D. leisurely
27. A. hated B. assigned C. obtained D. created
28. A. anticipation B. horror C. confusion D. surprise
29. A. roots B. houses C. tools D. branches
30. A. slid B. rested C. turned D. fell
31. A. yard B. pond C. house D. sink
32. A. gently B. awkwardly C. safely D. painfully
33. A. helped B. pointed C. set D. stormed
34. A. making up B. showing off C. breaking down D. standing out
35. A. knew B. remembered C. suspected D. emphasized
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 January 20th, 2025, Chinese tech firm DeepSeek launched AI-DeepSeek-R1, a smart program that can solve math problems, write code, and answer ____36____ (various) of questions. It rivals top models like OpenAI’s GPT-40 but ____37____ (develop) at a much lower cost. The team spent only $5.58 million and used 2,048 computer chips over two months, proving that ____38____ (innovate) ideas can outperform large budgets.
Unlike other AIs ____39____ rely on pre-prepared examples, R1 learns through self-improvement, similar to students practicing math. In a global math test, it can achieve a 79.8% accuracy rate, ____40____ (slight) surpassing OpenAI’s model. A basic version of R1 can run on low-cost computers, ____41____ (make) it accessible for schools and small businesses. R1 is also open-source, allowing free use and modification. On its first day online, over 19,000 programmers globally started projects ____42____ (study) it. Experiments with R1 cost just $10, ____43____ (compare) to $300 for other AIs, as noted by a German scientist. A Meta scientist praised it ____44____ “a world-changing free AI”.
US tech companies are concerned. Meta plans to invest an additional $65 billion in AI research. Experts believe China is catching up quickly. Nature magazine called R1 “____45____ big step forward”, showing that smart ideas can beat expensive tools. With R1, China demonstrates that innovation and hard work, not just money, lead to great achievements.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，本学期你选修了你校外教Chris开设的“西方建筑欣赏”课程，但你发现许多同学课堂参与度不高。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括：1. 分析原因；2. 提出建议。
注意：1. 词数80词左右；2. 可适当增加细节，使行文连贯注意。
Dear Chris,
I am a student in your Western Architecture Appreciation course this term.
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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。
“What is your name ” is a question most frequently asked when people meet for the first time. But for me, it was the first challenge I encountered as an international student in Ireland.
The pronunciation system of the Chinese language is quite different from that of English. For native speakers of English, some Chinese words are rather difficult to pronounce. My given name Qiuyu (秋雨), for instance, happened to be a great challenge for many of them. Every time I gave a self-introduction, I had to explain how to pronounce my name at least five times, yet they still could not say it the way I did.
Once in a lecture, the professor tried repeating my name after me over and over in front of thirty classmates. I really did not know whether I should continue correcting him or simply drop the matter. I feared that my classmates might grow tired of my efforts or even lose patience with me. After all, I did care about how others would think of me. I realized that if I didn’t stop, the entire lecture would be ruined. “It’s okay, professor,” I shrugged (耸肩). The awkward moment ended with the class erupting into laughter. I forced a smile, unsure how to respond further.
After that incident, I stopped acting as a “Chinese teacher.” Instead of correcting others when they were struggling to pronounce my name, I just smiled and nodded approvingly. This approach spared me the discomfort of having to over-explain. However, I soon found that by doing so, I might be losing something more important: the opportunity to share a small part of my cultural identity.
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。
In a class discussion, I was invited to explain the meaning of my name.
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Many of my classmates got interested and came up to me after class.
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答案版
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. D
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. D 7. B
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. C 11. C
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. C 15. C
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. F 19. B 20. A
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C 24. A 25. A 26. C 27. B 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. D 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A
【答案】36. varieties
37. is developed
38. innovative
39. that##which
40. slightly
41. making 42. to study
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44. as 45. a
【答案】Dear Chris,
I am a student in your Western Architecture Appreciation course this term. I’ve noticed that many classmates’ participation in class isn’t high. One reason might be that some students find the professional terms too difficult to understand. Also, the teaching methods seem a bit one-sided, lacking interaction.
I suggest using more visual materials like videos to make the knowledge more accessible. You could also organize group discussions, which would encourage students to express their ideas and increase their engagement.
Hope these suggestions help.
Best regards,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
In a class discussion, I was invited to explain the meaning of my name. Standing up, I felt a mix of nervousness and excitement. “My name, Qiuyu, combines the characters for autumn and rain in Chinese,” I began, my voice steady. “Autumn represents harvest and maturity, while rain symbolizes nourishment and growth. Together, they embody a time of abundance and renewal.” As I spoke, I noticed the rapt attention of my classmates, their eyes reflecting curiosity and respect. It was a moment of connection, a bridge built between cultures through the simple act of sharing my name.
Many of my classmates got interested and came up to me after class. They surrounded me, their questions pouring out like a stream. “What other names have beautiful meanings in Chinese ” “Can you teach us how to write our names in Chinese characters ” I smiled, feeling a warmth spread through me. I took out a piece of paper and began to sketch out characters, explaining each stroke and its significance. Through this interaction, I realized that by embracing my cultural identity, I was not only preserving my heritage but also enriching the lives of those around me. It was a small yet meaningful step towards fostering cultural understanding and appreciation.

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