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2025-2026学年度下学期期中考试
高二英语试题
（试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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．When will the man leave for the party
A．At about 4:00 p.m. B．At about 4:30 p.m. C．At about 5:30 p.m.
2．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．Their hobbies. B．Their schedules. C．Their travel plans.
3．What does the man suggest
A．Taking the subway. B．Changing the flight. C．Trying another route.
4．What does the woman imply
A．She is out of shape. B．She dislikes sports. C．She wants to try gymnastics.
5．What is the man’s problem
A．He missed the meeting.
B．He forgot the report at home.
C．He didn’t know the deadline.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．Why does the man choose the café downstairs
A．For its lower price. B．For its better taste. C．For its shorter distance.
7．How much will the woman pay
A．$12. B．$16. C．$20.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．Why is George at the store
A．To look for ideas for clothing design.
B．To purchase furniture for a new office.
C．To sell tables and chairs with his friend.
9．What was the man’s last job
A．A market promoter. B．A clothing designer. C．A car salesman.
10．What does the woman want to do
A．Start a business. B．Study marketing. C．Write a book.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11．What did the man do while in Amsterdam
A．Bought gifts. B．Booked a hotel. C．Rented a car.
12．What does the woman hope for
A．A hotel near shops. B．A cheaper room. C．A city tour guide.
13．What is the Central Garden
A．A museum. B．A shopping area. C．An amusement park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14．What does the man say the gold cup was used for
A．Serving tea. B．Drinking wine. C．Holding soup.
15．Why is the gold cup more valuable today
A．It was used by the wealthy.
B．It has become extremely rare.
C．It represents a social privilege.
16．What do the speakers plan to do next
A．Buy a gold cup. B．Take photos of the cup. C．Check out other items.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．Why do plants produce sounds
A．To communicate. B．To speed up growth. C．To defend themselves.
18．How did researchers run the experiment
A．By tracking the growth of plants.
B．By testing plants’ response to noise.
C．By stressing plants in different ways.
19．What happened to the second group of plants
A．They were not watered. B．Their stems were cut off. C．They were left untouched.
20．What may the new software help farmers do
A．Monitor crop health. B．Reduce insect damage. C．Offer planting methods.
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
From a Dutch beach break to a forest cabin near Paris, there’s no flight or car required on these relaxing journeys.
Van Gogh’s Provence
Take the Eurostar from London, then change to the TGV in Lille to reach Provence easily. Le Moulin d’Aure, a nicely renewed farmhouse near Avignon, offers comfortable rooms with olive tree views, a beautiful garden and a swimming pool. You can rent a bike to visit Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where Van Gogh created his great work The Starry Night.
Double rooms start from ?75, with breakfast available at an additional ?18 per person.
Beach Fun in Zeeland
Cadzand in Zeeland, the Netherlands, is perfect for beach lovers. It has a wide golden beach, great for water sports like windsurfing, or looking for fossil shark teeth at low tide. The Strandhotel near the beach has an indoor pool, saunas and restaurants. You can get here by train through Brussels, then a 30-minute taxi ride.
Double rooms start from ?212, inclusive of meals.
Family Trip Near Paris
Le Barn sits in Forêt de Rambouillet, a former royal hunting forest with thick oak and pine trees near Paris. It provides various fun family activities: horse riding, yoga, archery and boating on the lake, plus a comfortable spa for adults. Take a train from Paris to Dourdan, then a 15-minute taxi ride.
Double rooms start from about 175. Half-board (breakfast and dinner) is available at a surcharge of ?20 per person per day.
Eco Yoga Trip in Belgium
Indrani Lodge in Wallonia, Belgium, is a peaceful yoga hotel. It offers different kinds of daily yoga classes, a warm indoor pool, and serves fresh healthy food from its own garden. It also holds fun workshops like flower arranging on weekends. Take a train from Brussels to Nivelles, then a 15-minute taxi ride.
Double rooms start from ?163 which covers accommodation, breakfast, and Wi-Fi.
21. Which two destinations provide breakfast in their double room without extra charge
A. Van Gogh’s Provence and Beach Fun in Zeeland.
B. Family Trip Near Paris and Van Gogh’s Provence.
C. Beach Fun in Zeeland and Eco Yoga Trip in Belgium.
D. Family Trip Near Paris and Eco Yoga Trip in Belgium.
22. Which of the following is true according to the text
A. Visitors can take part in free horse riding activities at Le Barn.
B. People can visit Avignon where Van Gogh painted The Starry Night.
C. Visitors can reach Cadzand by taking a bicycle after arriving in Brussels.
D. Indrani Lodge provides fresh food made from ingredients from its own garden.
23. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A science textbook.
B. A travel guide.
C. A news report.
D. A history book.
B
Pedro Soto, a 56-year-old school teacher, had a sore throat, so he went to the doctor, believing he suffered from an infection by some virus. However, after his doctors did a blood test, they found it was type 2 diabetes (糖尿病). Medicine to get it under control was immediately recommended, but Soto was determined to try something different.
Inspired by one of his co-workers whose husband ran the marathon, Soto applied to the TCS Marathon through an application specifically made for teachers. He had to share an article in which he spoke about his illness and was selected for the team in the end. As he trained and developed a running habit, he received regular blood tests, and three months later, his blood sugar became normal.
The marathon took place last November. Soto wasn’t able to consistently train until the beginning of August, because in June, he was also diagnosed (诊断) with Lyme disease. It was also during this time that Soto’s father passed away. Still, he used his runs as opportunities to release bad feelings and to build his strength back from being sick.
“For me, it is amazing. It is like a block party, but the block party is the whole city,” he says. “During the race, you’re pounding for hours, the same joints, the same bones and muscles. Something’s beginning to feel pain, but the noise of the people out there, the music, the cheers... everything is louder than your pain.”
Another thing that kept him moving forward was his students. Soto shares that his students are a motivating factor for him to recover his health. “If I’m sick and don’t feel good, that is going to affect my instruction in the classroom, my relationship with the students, and eventually the quality of me as a teacher! Teachers get burned out because sometimes they don’t balance their lives. This TCS Marathon was a great opportunity for me to balance my life.”
24. Why did Soto take part in the TCS Marathon
A. It was a way to escape from busy work.
B. It was specially organized for teachers.
C. He desired an alternative to medicine.
D. He hoped to display his physical strength.
25. What happened to Soto before the marathon in November
A. He ran to relieve bad emotions.
B. He stuck to training constantly.
C. His blood sugar got abnormal again.
D. His family members left him one by one.
26. What do we know about Soto’s students
A. They take him as a role model.
B. They play a role in his well-being.
C. They are picky about teachers.
D. They help him maintain a work-life balance.
27. What message does the text deliver
A. Prevention is better than cure.
B. Sports can sometimes work wonders.
C. A teacher’s love is the students’ motivation.
D. Teamwork is fundamental to achieving goals.
C
Imagine being able to use energy from the sun all the time, even when it’s night. That’s the idea that scientists at Caltech (California Institute of Technology) are exploring. They’re working on collecting sunlight in space and sending its energy to Earth.
Caltech’s scientists have created a special tool for this project. They call it MAPLE. MAPLE and two other devices are part of a project that was sent into space in January, 2023. MAPLE’s job is to test the idea of sending energy wirelessly from space to Earth. We’re used to using wires to move electrical energy from one place to another. But sending energy without wires is a lot tougher.
The method used by Caltech’s scientists depends on the way waves act when they meet. Imagine two waves coming together as they travel in the same direction. If the tops of the waves line up, they combine to make a bigger wave. But if the top of one wave lines up with the low point of the other, the waves cancel each other out. The Caltech team has found a way to control the timing of lots of microwaves so that they can combine their power, and focus the energy in one direction. It’s a little like using a magnifying (放大的) glass to focus sunlight into a small, hot point of light.
To prove that the system could work, MAPLE sent energy to two devices just 30 centimeters away in space. This energy was then turned into electricity, which made two small lights light up. Next, MAPLE sent energy all the way down to a lab at Caltech. The scientists were able to detect the energy, proving that it’s possible to send solar energy to Earth from space.
Dr. Hajimiri, one of the project’s leaders, thinks that one day, the system could be extremely useful. He believes that in the future, we’ll be able to send energy to remote regions and areas destroyed by war or natural disaster.
28. What is the challenge in Caltech’s project with MAPLE
A. Wireless energy delivery.
B. Sunlight collection in space.
C. Sending devices into space.
D. Using wires to move electricity.
29. How does the Caltech team focus solar power
A. By using a magnifying glass.
B. By managing the timing of microwaves.
C. By changing the direction of microwaves.
D. By lining up waves in opposite directions.
30. What potential benefit could the system bring in future according to Dr. Hajimiri
A. Warning people of natural disasters.
B. Turning solar energy into electricity.
C. Delivering energy to places in need.
D. Ridding the world of energy shortage.
31. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. The Use of Solar Energy in Space Exploration.
B. The Challenges of Generating Energy Without Wires.
C. The Development of a New Tool for Collecting Electricity
D. The Possibility of Sending Energy Wirelessly from Space to Earth.
D
We’re all familiar with the trappings of on-screen science fiction, many of which expand the possibilities of real science. But science fiction is not a place for outlandish escapism (逃避现实的消遣活动)—it holds an important position in contemporary culture, and its influence can even be seen in the direction of some real scientific and technological advances.
Sometimes, the language of science fiction shapes our thinking and approach to scientific investigations. But the connection between science fiction and science facts isn’t always metaphorical. Although not as extraordinary as visiting the Moon, many now-common gadgets (工具) were imagined in science fiction before entering the real world. The classic series Star Trek features several everyday technologies: video calls, automatic sliding doors and flip phones.
And it’s not only generalized visions of the future that find their way into reality: certain gadgets have been specifically designed with the inspiration from fictional tech. In 2016, Nike produced a limited run of self-lacing shoes in 1989’s Back to the Future Part Ⅱ. This product wasn’t just fun: Nike partnered Michael J. Fox, who played Marty McFly in the Back to the Future series, to raise money for his foundation to fight Parkinson’s disease.
The influence of certain works of science fiction can even shape scientific investigations. For example, a black hole simulation (模拟) was developed for Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar, a movie about astronauts traveling to the other end of the Galaxy to find a new home, which stars Matthew McConaughey. To create the images seen in the film, Nolan asked Paul Franklin, the film’s visual effects supervisor, to work with Interstellar’s scientific consultant, Kip Thorne. This was no small task for either of them. Thorne provided detailed equations (方程式) while Franklin and his team had to program new software to create the images. The resulting simulation provided new insights into gravitational lensing around black holes. The requirements of science fiction shaped the direction taken by a leading physicist in his own work. So, the influence of on-screen science fiction is not reserved for box-office takings, but can inspire real change in science and society.
What does the author say about science fiction in the first two paragraphs
It’s a reflection of the real world.
It offers an escape from reality.
It makes full use of everyday items.
It inspires real scientific research.
Why were Nike’s self-lacing shoes developed
To promote a new movie release.
To raise funds for a charitable cause.
To compete with other shoe brands.
To test new technology for future products.
How did Kip Thorne help with the film Interstellar
He contributed to the visual representation of black holes.
He took measurements of actual black holes.
He wrote the fictional storyline for the film.
He tested out certain software for the film.
Which of the following would be the best title for the text
The Development of Science Fiction
The Role of Scientists in Film Production
The Impact of Science Fiction on Real Science
The Similarities between Science Fiction and Real Science
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。
When you learn to play a musical instrument, you get the obvious reward of knowing how to make music and operate your instrument. That in itself is really satisfying and enjoyable, but most musicians will tell you that they’ve picked up a number of important life skills from studying music.
Seeing the big picture
Learning to play an instrument doesn’t happen overnight. 36 . Finding satisfaction in the process of learning helps musicians to keep their eye on the prize while still enjoying the present moment, including all of the challenges that come along with learning music. This may mean delayed satisfaction, but as you’ll learn through music, it’s well worth the wait.
Perseverance
37 . Whether you’re a guitarist playing through painful fingertips or a singer who just can’t get to that high note, it can be easy to give up. It takes a special skill to stick with something even though you know it will be difficult.
38
Music doesn’t always have a clear-cut answer. You may have difficulty interpreting the score (总谱), mastering a technical passage, or finding motivation. You will learn that there are plenty of opportunities to find creative and unique solutions to the issues you’re facing. You may need to ask a teacher or expert, do some research or discuss with a friend. These problem-solving skills will help you when you face difficulties in your life.
Creativity
Playing music is a wonderful way to express yourself creatively. 39 . It helps shape you into an individual and creative thinker. This creativity is something that will shine out in other areas of your life as well.
Patience
Playing music over and over again to perfect the smallest details is a wonderful way to develop patience. You might want to skip all of the little things in music and play what seems easy. 40 .
A．Problem solving
B．Thinking on the spot
C．You’ll regularly be practicing how to use your resources
D．Many musicians spend years mastering their instrument
E．The way you approach and interpret your music is unique to you
F．But when you spend time mastering the details, you see the best results
G．Learning an instrument can be discouraging, both physically and mentally
第三部分 语言运用（共四节，满分55分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Helen's eyes were fixed on the dress she was trying to put on as she stood in front of the mirror. The dress was 41._____ , but she could manage. “Where are we going, Dad ” she asked softly, breaking the quiet of the morning. These days, moments like this with her father were 42._____ . He was always busy, working day and night to 43._____ the family through hard times.
“We're going to collect the rent.” Helen's father said as he walked out and started the car engine. So that was why he had time for Helen today. Before the economy 44._____ , when their family's store had still been successful, her father had 45._____ two houses and rented them as apartments. Helen couldn't 46._____ where their family would be without that rent. Anyhow, she knew that their life would be much 47._____ if they were to lose that rent.
“But, Dad, why not sell the houses ” Helen suggested. “We could get much cash at once and pay off all our 48._____ .” Her father looked at her, tired but gentle. He sighed and shook his head. “Helen, if we sell now, we'll have a lot of money. But what if we 49._____ it all before the economy gets better And where would our lodgers (租户) that even lack food move ” Helen 50._____ , thinking that made sense.
Their family was 51._____ fortunate, compared to the lodgers worried about food or even 52._____ . The rent, though low and sometimes hard to get, was what kept them going so that all Helen had to worry about was her small dress. Her father's decision was becoming understandable because their lodgers needn't 53._____ to pay for a different apartment or for the 54._____ to help them get there. It dawned on Helen that they had been given such 55._____ during the time for the rent.
41.A. tight B. pretty C. fancy D. expensive
42.A. boring B. rare C. dangerous D. useless
43.A. save B. leave C. support D. change
44.A. expanded B. stabilized C. recovered D. declined
45.A. rented B. donated C. purchased D. emptied
46.A. confirm B. visualize C. recommend D. explain
47.A. tougher B. happier C. richer D. safer
48.A. secrets B. plans C. debts D. ideas
49.A. gave away B. ran out of C. handed over D. made use of
50.A. hesitated B. argued C. nodded D. interrupted
51.A. relatively B. occasionally C. hardly D. temporarily
52.A. travel B. healthcare C. transportation D. shelter
53.A. struggle B. pretend C. consult D. apply
54.A. gardeners B. movers C. operators D. engineers
55.A. blessing B. reputation C. observation D. responsibility
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。
“Love You, Old Self” — this simple phrase 56 (become) a source of warmth and a popular saying among young people across China in recent years. By posting photos of a homemade meal or a morning coffee with this caption, they transform small, daily acts 57 a shared ritual of self-kindness. 58 (praise) as one of the kindest trends, its meaning runs deep. The key lies in calling oneself “Old Self”, 59 friendly nickname that allows one to step back and speak to oneself with the kindness usually reserved for a close friend.
This trend’s 60 (popular) is no accident, as today’s youth navigate overwhelming pressure, including the 61 (end) cycle of exams and fierce competition for university places and jobs. For instance, a Beijing high school student writes “Love You, Old Self” in her notebook to calm herself after a tough exam. Within this contest, 62 (turn) to this gentle self-compassion has become a vital way to cope.
This practice is not an excuse to shy away from challenges 63 a solid foundation for building greater resilience. It is a simple way 64 helps young people keep emotionally stable. To love your old self is to appreciate your own efforts, to allow necessary rest, and to find a sustainable balance.
65 (ultimate), this soft, lasting strength helps us gain inner peace and highlights a fundamental truth: sincere concern for others starts with self-compassion.
第三节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
单句填空（每空一词，根据中文提示写出单词的正确形式填空;范围：选择性必修第三册-第四册Unit1）
From the __________(主观的) point of view, it is difficult for us to learn a foreign language well in a short time.
Hearing the meeting declared open, all the ____________（代表）applauded for a long time.
Chaplin was not just a genius, but he was among the most ________(有影响力的) figures in film history.
We could try to replace a (消极的) routine with something more positive.
To ______(吸收) stress effectively, however, you must make sure to do something that completely takes your mind off everything else.
It’s about countries and people making a joint effort to come together to create a more ___________ (和谐的) world.
I get _______(使恢复精力) through climbing, spend more time with my dad, and get to meet new friends.
As we all know, the newly learnt words will soon be forgotten unless they are ______________ (频繁地) used in their daily life.
Those vases with beautiful paintings are __________ (精美的；精致的) and hand-made.
Compared with his sister, Jerry is even more __________（敏感的） to, and more easily troubled by, emotional and relationship problems.
People often show their __________ (同情) for the homeless animals by taking them home.
What started as a peaceful march turned into chaos when a small fire __________ (爆炸) in the crowd.
Before the meeting, I had made an __________ (预约) with the doctor for my mother.
Our company will announce its _________ (年度的；每年的) income report at the end of December.
He felt deeply _________ (内疚的；愧疚的) that he had failed to keep his promise to his closest friend.
第四节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
课文填空（根据句子需要，填所需的单词或用所给单词的正确形式填空）
In time, he gained _______(recognize) as one of the greatest artists China has ever known.
These works were intended to spread Buddhism and they are exceptional beauty and quality.
the Chinese philosopher Laozi wrote,“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
After six months of trying out new ways of relaxing, I feel much more _______(energy).
There is strong and comprehensive evidence _______ the rise in temperature has led to an increase in extreme weather and natural disasters worldwide.
Local officials were concerned that the pollution was damaging the natural environment and felt that urgent steps should (take) to restore the river's original beauty.
Endurance became _______(stick) in the ice as we approached Antarctica.
When we were finally rescued, we felt _______ relief and joy that many of us could not hide our tears.
With so many different forms of poetry ______ ( choose) from, you may eventually want to write poems of your own. Give it a try!
Now she _______(look) after by a robot that looked so human, and it was disturbing.
第四部分：书面表达（满分15分）
昨天你参观了学校举办的学生国画作品展，请给校英文报写一篇宣传稿，内容包括：
1. 展览时间、地点
2. 观展感受
3. 推荐观展
注意：
写作词数应为80个左右
2025-2026学年度下学期期中考试高二英语试题
答案
一、听力：
1-5 CBAAC 6-10 ABBCC 11-15 BACBB 16-20 CACBA
二、阅读理解：
21-23 CDB 24-27 CABB 28-31 ABCD 32-35 DBAC 36-40 DGAEF
三、完形填空
41-45 ABCDC 46-50 BACBC 51-55 ADABD
四、语篇填空
56. has become 57. into 58. Praised 59. a 60. popularity
61. endless 62. turning 63. but 64. that/which 65. Ultimately
五、单词拼写
subjective 67. representatives 68. influential 69. negative 70. absorb
harmonious 72. refreshed 73. frequently 74. delicate 75. sensitive
sympathy 77. exploded 78. appointment 79. annual 80. guilty
课文语法填空
recognition 82. of 83. As 84. energetic 85. that
be taken 87. stuck 88. such 89. to choose 90. was being looked
七、应用文
参考范文
A 5-day fantastic Chinese painting exhibition hosted by our school is being held in the School Art Hall.
I paid a visit to the exhibition yesterday, which deeply impressed me by those extraordinary artworks of talented students. The exhibition is not only one of the most unforgettable events for us students but also a platform to display the charm of Chinese culture.
I highly recommend a visit to the exhibition, which will provide both a visual feast and a deep insight into a culture of great diversity. Don't miss it!
听力原文
1【答案】C
【原文】W: Are you free on Saturday evening We are having a party for Jimmy’s graduation.
M: Let me check. I’ve got a conference at 4 that should last about an hour and a half. I can come right after that.
2【答案】B
【原文】M: How’s life treating you
W: Pretty busy. I’m training hard for the upcoming marathon in our city. And you
M: Well, I’m busy with some reports during the day and dance classes at night.
3【答案】A
【原文】W: Can you drive at top speed, please I have a flight to catch at 2:30．
M: I’m afraid traffic at this time of day is heavy. You should take the subway．
4【答案】A
【原文】M: If you are interested in gymnastics, the university has an outstanding team.
W: I can’t even climb the stairs without having to stop and catch my breath.
5【答案】C
【原文】W: Have you handed in your monthly report yet
M: No, I haven’t. I was planning to hand it in tomorrow.
W: Well, the monthly report is supposed to be handed in by lunch.
M: I’m sorry. I didn’t know that. I’ll do it right away.
【答案】6．A 7．B
【原文】M: Hey, Katherine, I’m going to grab some coffee. Do yo u want one
W: Yes, please! I really need some — I’m so sleepy.
M: The café downstairs has a special promotion, 20% off. You can check the menu on your phone.
W: OK, cool. Just get me a large Americano with two sugar packets on the side, please. The original price is 10 dollars.
M: Large Americano, two sugars — got it. Anything else
W: Could you also grab me a cake It’s the same price as the Americano.
M: No problem.
【答案】8．B 9．C 10．C
【原文】W: Hi, George! I didn’t expect to see you here. Are you selling furniture now
M: No, Chloe. My friend and I are starting our own business, and I’m here to buy some office tables and chairs.
W: That’s great! What kind of business
M: We design clothing for customers.
W: So you quit selling cars, right
M: Yeah, I just couldn’t see myself doing that forever.
W: But do you know anything about clothing design I remember you majored in marketing in college.
M: Well, my friend has been in the field for over a decade, and we make a great team.
W: I really admire you! I’ve been wanting to write a book for a long time, but I just haven’t had the courage to start.
【答案】11．B 12．A 13．C
【原文】M: What a great city! It’s as beautiful as Amsterdam.
W: I think I’m going to like it, too. Can we just drive around before we check into a hotel
M: Sure. While in Amsterdam, I phoned ahead to make a reservation at a hotel on Gother Street. It’s in the center of the city.
W: Good! I hope it’s not too far from the shopping district. I didn’t buy that much in Amsterdam, so I have some extra money to spend here.
M: Look at all the parks. It’s wonderful to see how clean and green these European cities are. And look! There’s the Royal Factory. It has been making world-class silk for hundreds of years.
W: I see. And what’s over there Look at all the people!
M: That’s the Central Station next to the Central Garden. The Central Garden is famous around the world as an amusement park.
W: Will we have time to go there
M: Of course! We’re on vacation, remember
【答案】14．B 15．B 16．C
【原文】W: Oh, check out that piece on the table! It’s stunning!
M: That’s actually a gold cup from the Tang Dynasty — probably used by the wealthy.
W: I saw a silver soup bowl earlier. Do you think this one was used for tea
M: Probably not. It was mainly used for drinking wine, especially during toasts with people of higher status.
W: So it was a kind of status symbol
M: Exactly! And surprisingly, it’s considered even more valuable today than it was back then.
W: Why’s that
M: Well, only a few gold cups like this still exist in the world.
W: Amazing! Jim, could you take a picture of me pretending to drink from it
M: Sorry, dear, but photography isn’t allowed in this museum.
W: Oh, right. Maybe I’ll buy a postcard of that gold cup from the souvenir shop later.
M: That’s a good idea.
W: Come on, let’s go and see what else they have here.
【答案】17．A 18．C 19．B 20．A
【原文】 W: Take care of your plants! They may “scream” if you treat them badly. According to an article published in a magazine Cell, plants can make sounds when they are stressed. “Plants interact with insects and other animals all the time, and many of these insects and animals use sounds for communication, so it would be very inconvenient for plants not to use sounds at all,” Lilach Hadany told BBC Science Focus.
With this in mind, the research team started by recording plants’ sounds. They divided the plants into three groups. One group wasn’t watered for five days. Another group had the stems cut off and the last group remained untouched. The microphones caught sounds at a frequency of 40 to 80 kilohertz from the first two groups. The sounds grew louder and louder during the five days of water stress. They then began to decline as the plants dried out. The researchers haven’t yet discovered how the sounds are made. After the experiment, the team gathered the data and made software that could tell how plants “feel”. It could be useful for farmers in monitoring the conditions of their crops.

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