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4.When was the original Globe Theatre destroyed by fire （ ）
云南省昭通市巧家县第一中学高二年级英语下册 A.1599. B.1613. C.1642. D.1997.
5.What does the underlined word "groundlings" in Paragraph 2 refer to （ ）
期中检测 A.Actors performing on the stage.B.Audience standing to watch the play.
150 120 C.Builders of the theatre.D.Critics reviewing the performance.（全卷满分： 分 考试时间： 分钟） C
考试说明 The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral reef system, stretching over 2,300 kilometers along the
1.请考生在考试开始前仔细阅读试卷，确保理解考试要求。 northeast coast of Australia. It is home to an incredible diversity of marine life, including more than
2.请合理分配时间，确保完成所有题目，请用黑色签字笔在答题卡上作答，确保字迹清晰。 1,500 species of fish, 400 types of coral, and numerous other creatures. However, climate change,
3.考试期间请保持安静，不得交头接耳或使用电子设备。 pollution, and overfishing have put this natural wonder under serious threat. Rising ocean temperatures
4.请在规定区域内作答，超出答题区域的答案将不被计分。 have caused widespread coral bleaching, damaging vast areas of the reef. In response, scientists and
5.考试结束后，请将试卷和答题卡一起交回。 conservationists are racing against time to find solutions. Some are experimenting with "assisted
第一部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 50分） evolution", breeding heat-resistant corals that can survive in warmer waters. Others are working on
第一节（共 15小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 37.5分） reducing pollution and controlling the crown-of-thorns starfish, which feeds on corals. The Australian
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。 government has also invested heavily in reef restoration projects.
A 6.What is a major threat to the Great Barrier Reef mentioned in the text （ ）
The world's oldest known forest has been discovered in a sandstone quarry in Cairo, New York. A.Earthquakes.B.Rising ocean temperatures.C.Volcanic eruptions.D.Desertification.
Scientists say the forest dates back about 386 million years, making it roughly three million years older 7.What does "assisted evolution" refer to （ ）
than the previous record holder found in Gilboa, also in New York State. The discovery was made by A.Moving corals to cooler waters.B.Breeding corals that can tolerate heat.
researchers from Binghamton University and Cardiff University, who mapped over 3,000 square meters C.Removing all starfish from the reef.D.Building artificial reefs with concrete.
of the ancient forest floor. D
The forest contained at least two types of trees: cladoxylopsids, which looked like leafless versions of A study published in Nature Climate Change suggests that planting trees on a massive scale could be one
modern tree ferns, and Archaeopteris, which had flat green leaves similar to modern conifers. The of the most effective ways to combat climate change. The research, led by scientists at ETH Zurich,
researchers believe the forest was home to some of the earliest organisms to develop roots and leaves. found that there is enough land around the world to plant more than a trillion trees without affecting
These early trees played a crucial role in transforming Earth's atmosphere by absorbing carbon dioxide existing farmland or cities. If achieved, this massive tree-planting effort could absorb about 205
and releasing oxygen, paving the way for the evolution of land animals. gigatonnes of carbon dioxide — roughly two-thirds of all the CO humans have released since the
"This discovery gives us a unique window into the past," said lead researcher Dr. William Stein. "It helps Industrial Revolution. However, the researchers cautioned that tree planting alone cannot solve the
us understand how forests evolved and how they changed our planet." climate crisis. It must be combined with reducing fossil fuel emissions and protecting existing forests.
1.How old is the newly discovered forest estimated to be （ ） Additionally, the type of trees planted must be carefully chosen to suit the local environment, and
A.About 383 million years.B.About 386 million munity involvement is essential for the survival of newly planted trees.
C.About 389 million years.D.About 392 million years. 8.According to the research, how much CO could massive tree planting potentially absorb （ ）
2.What role did early trees play in Earth's history （ ） A.About 100 gigatonnes.B.About 150 gigatonnes.C.About 205 gigatonnes.D.About 300 gigatonnes.
A.They provided food for dinosaurs.B.They helped change the atmosphere by absorbing CO . 9.What caution do the researchers give about tree planting （ ）
C.They caused the extinction of sea animals.D.They prevented the formation of coal. A.Tree planting can fully solve the climate crisis.
3.What is Dr. William Stein's attitude toward the discovery （ ） B.Trees should be planted regardless of local conditions.
A.Doubtful.B.Uncertain.C.Positive.D.Indifferent. C.Community involvement is unnecessary.
B D.Tree planting must be combined with other measures.
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London is a modern reconstruction of the original open-air playhouse 10.What is the main idea of the text （ ）
built in 1599. The original Globe was where many of Shakespeare's greatest plays were first performed. A.The importance of reducing fossil fuel use.
However, it was destroyed by fire in 1613, rebuilt the following year, and then closed permanently in B.The potential and limitations of tree planting as a climate solution.
1642. The modern reconstruction, opened in 1997, stands just 230 meters from the original site. C.The history of the Industrial Revolution.
What makes the Globe unique is its commitment to authenticity. The building is made of English oak, D.The work of ETH Zurich scientists.
with no structural steel used. The stage projects into the central yard, where "groundlings" — standing 第二节（共 5小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 12.5分）
audience members — can watch performances just as they did in Shakespeare's day. The theatre seats 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。
about 1,570 people, half the capacity of the original. Despite its historical design, the Globe is very much How to Develop a Reading Habit Reading is one of the most rewarding habits you can develop.
a living theatre, producing both classical and new works. ___11___ Here are some practical tips to help you get started.
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First, set a realistic goal. ___12___ Even 10 pages a day can add up to more than 3,600 pages a year — 29.A.receive B.give C.demand D.expect
that's about 12 books. Next, create a comfortable reading environment. Find a quiet corner with good 30.A.humor B.duty C.regret D.purpose
lighting where you can read without distractions. ___13___ This will remind you to pick up your book 第二节（共 10小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 15分）
whenever you sit down. Third, choose books you genuinely enjoy. Don't force yourself to read something 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
just because it's popular. ___14___ If a book doesn't capture your interest after the first chapter, it's okay The Amazon rainforest, often ___31___ (call) the "lungs of the Earth", covers an area of about 5.5
to set it aside and try another one. Finally, keep a reading log. Writing down your thoughts about the million square kilometers across nine South American countries. It is home ___32___ an estimated 10%
books you've read can deepen your understanding and help you remember what you've learned. of all species on Earth. The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate ___33___
___15___ Soon you'll find yourself looking forward to your reading time each day. absorbing billions of tons of carbon dioxide each year. However, deforestation ___34___ (threaten) this
A. Start small rather than aiming too high. vital ecosystem. Over the past 50 years, about 17% of the Amazon ___35___ (destroy) due to logging,
B. Keep a book on your bedside table or in your bag. agriculture, and mining. Scientists warn that if deforestation ___36___ (continue) at the current rate, the
C. However, many people struggle to make it a regular habit. rainforest may reach a tipping point where it can no longer sustain itself. ___37___ (protect) the Amazon,
D. Reading fiction helps improve creativity. governments and organizations around the world have taken various measures. Brazil, which ___38___
E. Find genres that truly appeal to you. (hold) the largest portion of the rainforest, has established protected areas and increased enforcement
F. It's also satisfying to see how many books you've completed. against illegal logging. International cooperation is also essential, as the fate of the Amazon ___39___
G. Join a book club to discuss your reading. (affect) everyone on the planet. Each of us can contribute ___40___ supporting sustainable products and
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. reducing our carbon footprint.
第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30分） 31. 32. 33. 34. 35.
第一节（共 15小题；每小题 1分，满分 15分） 36. 37. 38. 39. 40.
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Last summer, I had the opportunity to volunteer at a wildlife rescue center in South Africa. It was an 第一节（满分 15分）
experience that ___16___ my life in ways I never expected. When I first arrived, I was ___17___ by the 41.你校上周举办了“科技创新节”活动。请你写一篇短文给校英文报投稿，内容包括：
number of injured animals — from lions with damaged teeth to birds with broken wings. The center's （1）活动的时间和主题；
staff worked ___18___ to care for these creatures, often getting up before dawn and continuing late into （2）活动内容（如科技展览、专家讲座、学生作品展示等）；
the night. My main ___19___ was to prepare food for the animals and clean their enclosures. At first, I （3）你的感受和收获。
found the work ___20___ and wanted to give up. But as I got to know the animals, I began to feel a 注意：1. 词数 80左右；2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
___21___ connection with them. There was a lioness named Luna who had been rescued from a circus. 第二节（满分 30分）
She was ___22___ of humans at first, but after weeks of patient care, she slowly began to ___23___ us. 42.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。
One morning, as I was cleaning her enclosure, she walked over and gently ___24___ her head against the Emma had always been afraid of public speaking. Her heart would race and her hands would tremble
fence near me. It was a small gesture, but it filled me with ___25___. By the end of the summer, I had whenever she had to speak in front of a group. So when her English teacher announced that each student
learned more than I could have imagined — not just about animals, but about ___26___, perseverance, would give a five-minute speech about their role model, Emma felt a wave of panic wash over her. She
and the importance of ___27___ those who cannot speak for themselves. Volunteering taught me that immediately thought of her grandmother, a retired nurse who had dedicated her life to helping others. But
true ___28___ comes not from what we get, but from what we ___29___. I returned home with a the thought of standing before the entire class made her stomach turn. For days, Emma struggled with her
renewed sense of ___30___ and a determination to continue working for wildlife protection. fears. She wrote and rewrote her speech, practiced in front of her mirror, and even recorded herself on
16.A.changed B.delayed C.recorded D.controlled her phone. But nothing seemed to calm her nerves. The night before the speech, she barely slept.
17.A.excited B.shocked C.amused D.confused 注意：1. 续写词数应为 150左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
18.A.carelessly B.patiently C.selfishly D.silently Paragraph 1: The next morning, Emma walked into the classroom with her heart pounding.
19.A.concern B.interest C.responsibility D.hobby Paragraph 2: When Emma finished, the classroom burst into applause.
20.A.rewarding B.challenging C.relaxing D.encouraging
21.A.deep B.slight C.temporary D.professional
22.A.fond B.fearful C.tired D.proud
23.A.attack B.ignore C.trust D.avoid
24.A.shook B.rubbed C.hit D.lowered
25.A.anger B.sorrow C.joy D.fear
26.A.competition B.patience C.wealth D.fame
27.A.educating B.entertaining C.protecting D.employing
28.A.success B.knowledge C.happiness D.friendship
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参考答案
第一部分 阅读理解（50分）
1. B 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. B
6. B 7. B 8. C 9. D 10. B
11. C 12. A 13. B 14. E 15. F
第二部分 语言运用（30分）
第一节
16.A 17.B 18.B 19.C 20.B 21.A 22.B 23.C 24.B 25.C 26.B 27.C 28.C 29.B 30.D
第二节
31.called 32.to 33.by 34.threatens 35.has been destroyed
36.continues 37.To protect 38.holds 39.affects 40.by
第三部分 写作（45分）
41.略（评分标准：内容完整、语言准确、结构清晰）
42.略（评分标准：续写内容与原文衔接紧密、情节合理、语言丰富准确）
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