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2025-2026学年度深圳外国语学校高二下学期期中考试英语试题
全卷满分 150分，考试时间 120分钟。
第一部分 单项选择（共 20小题；每小题 1分，满分 20分）
1. Despite seasonal droughts and harsh mountain conditions, the ancient ecological water______
system has ensured stable agricultural output on steep slopes for thousands of years.
A. irrigation B. distribution C. conservation D. leakage
2. In order to maintain long-term balanced development of natural ecology, local governments
spare no effort to permanently ______ rare wild animal habitats and restrict unreasonable
human activities.
A. nourish B. conserve C. revive D. foster
3. Many rare wild creatures were completely ______ by widespread infectious diseases that spread
rapidly across the entire natural reserve.
A. looked into B. wiped out C. cried over D. cast a shadow over
4. Powerful inner mental ______ enables individuals to stay calm and make reasonable judgments
even when they are trapped in unexpected severe troubles and long-term life pressures.
A. expense B. livelihood C. distraction D. resilience
5. People with genuine moral ______ will never choose to misreport facts, fake data or behave
improperly just to gain temporary and limited personal benefits.
A. trait B. reputation C. vice D. integrity
6. Strict national environmental protection regulations clearly forbid energy-intensive industrial
factories to casually _______ large quantities of harmful waste gases into the atmospheric
environment.
A. leak B. neglect C. emit D. eliminate
7. Cross-cultural exchanges help people appreciate different civilizations. People worldwide never
fail to ______ the long history and unique charm of ancient relics.
A. cope with B. roll in C. marvel at D. set out
8. The subtle cultural differences between regions are difficult to perceive directly, yet they deeply
______ people’s ways of thinking and daily behavioral patterns silently.
A. elevate B. mirror C. merge D. insert
9. Faced with intricate adversity and long-term pressure, outstanding teenagers hold firm positive
______ and make rational choices calmly.
A. mindset B. essence C. revenue D. attachment
10. Excellent literary works can ________strong emotional feelings among readers.
A. evoke B. arise C. nourish D. elevate
11. At the Chinese art festival, there are different stands ________ artists demonstrate their skills
and teach the visitors.
A. where B. which C. that D. when
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12. Guide books are prepared to suit the convenience of the traveler, ________ routes round a city
or a site are often suggested.
A. for which B. with which C. for whom D. with whom
13. In the early 19th century, a group of readers gathered in ________ is now a historic downtown
district to share books and ideas, one of the early forms that eventually led to modern public
libraries.
A. what B. where C. which D. that
14. We all need to get involved in saving energy ________ it’s at work, at home, or at school.
A. unless B. once C. whether D. because
15. __________ he could give her sympathy, any practical help was almost beyond him.
A. If B. Since C. Although D. Until
16. The success of the project depends largely ______ effective communication and close
cooperation ______ all team members.
A. on; between B. in; among C. on; with D. in; from
17. ______ the fact that he had not prepared well, he managed to pass the exam ______ only two
points.
A. In spite of; by B. Regardless of; with C. Despite; in D. Though; on
18. The research findings are not consistent ______ the previous theory, which calls ______ a
thorough review of our hypothesis.
A. to; for B. with; for C. to; on D. with; in
19. The local residents’ protest was aimed ______ raising public awareness ______ the potential
health risks of the new chemical plant.
A. to; about B. at; of C. for; on D. toward; against
20. The sudden change in weather caught us ______ surprise, and we were left completely
unprepared ______ the heavy rain.
A. by; for B. in; to C. with; against D. at; with
第二部分 阅读（共两部分，满分 50分）
第一节 (共 15小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 37.5分)
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The social purpose of the copyright system is to encourage creativity and the advancement of
knowledge by giving those who make intellectual contributions a “unique right to their writings and
discoveries” for limited times. Protection is provided for a much longer time for copy-rights than for
patents. The U.S. Copyright Law of 1976 provides a term or the lifetime of the author plus 50 years.
It recognizes that the value of written works often extends over a longer time than that of
technological advances in the public area.
It is essential to register for formal copyright protection in order to have some degree of
protection against the copyright of one’s works by others. The procedure for obtaining a copyright
registration is quite simple --- an application is submitted with a small fee and two copies of the work.
No examination is made, and the copyright is immediately in force.
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The Copyright Office will provide on request a variety of leaflets describing the procedure and
giving information about the classes of subject matter that can be registered.
Those are subject to protection:
（1）Books and newspapers （2）Lectures
（3）Dramatic compositions （4）Films
（5）Maps （6）Works of art
（7）Sound recordings （8）Photographs
（9）Prints and labels （10）Musical compositions
Those are not subject to protection:
（1）Ideas （2）Systems, methods and plans
（3）Government publications （4）Laws and opinions of courts
You can contact the Copyright Office (www.copyrightoffice.org) for more information.
21. In which aspect do copyrights differ from patents
A. The application fee. B. The duration of protection.
C. The intellectual value. D. The contribution to society.
22. Which of the following should you provide for copyright registration
A. Copies of your work. B. Photos of yourself.
C. Introductory leaflets. D. Examination certificates.
23. According to the text, the Copyright Office may reject ____.
A. a movie about a new method of time travel
B. an original musical composition for children
C. a book about one’s opinions on American laws
D. an official document issued by the local county
B
Doctors are known to be terrible pilots. They don’t listen because they already know it all. I was
lucky: I became a pilot in 1970, almost ten years before I graduated from medical school. I didn’t
realize then, but becoming a pilot makes me a better surgeon. I loved flying. As I flew bigger, faster
planes, and in worse weather. I learned about crew resource management (机组资源管理), or CRM,
a new idea to make flying safer. It means that crew members should listen and speak up for a good
result, regardless of positions.
I first read about CRM in 1980. Not long after that, an attending doctor and I were flying in bad
weather. The controller had us turn too late to get our landing ready. The attending doctor was flying;
I was safety pilot. He was so busy because of the bad turn, he had forgotten to put the landing gear
(起落架) down. He was a better pilot --- and my boss --- so it felt unusual to speak up. But I had to:
Our lives were in danger. I put aside my uneasiness and said, “We need to put the landing gear down
now!” That was my first real lesson in the power of CRM, and I’ve used it in the operating room
ever since.
CRM requires that the pilot/surgeon encourage others to speak up. It further requires that when
opinions are from the opposite, the doctor doesn’t overreact, which might prevent fellow doctors
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from voicing opinions again. So when I’m in the operating room, I ask for ideas and help from others.
Sometimes they’re not willing to speak up. But I hope that if I continue to encourage them, someday
someone will keep me from “landing gear up”.
24. What dose the author say about doctors in general
A. They like flying by themselves. B. They are unwilling to take advice.
C. They pretend to be good pilots. D. They are quick learners of CRM.
25. The author deepened his understanding of the power of CRM when_______.
A. he saved the plane by speaking up B. he was in charge of a flying task
C. his boss landed the plane too late D. his boss operated on a patient
26. In the last paragraph “landing gear up” probably means ______.
A. following flying requirements B. overreacting to different opinions
C. listening to what fellow doctors say D. making a mistake that may cost lives
27. Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A. A Pilot-Turned Doctor
B. The Making of a Good Pilot
C. Flying Makes Me a Better Doctor
D. CRM: A New Way to Make Flying Safe
C
On March 7, 1907, the English statistician Francis Galton published a paper which illustrated
what has come to be known as the “wisdom of crowds” effect. The experiment of estimation he
conducted showed that in some cases, the average of a large number of independent estimates could
be quite accurate.
This effect capitalizes on the fact that when people make errors, those errors aren’t always the
same. Some people will tend to overestimate, and come to underestimate. When enough of these
errors are averaged together, they cancel each other out, resulting in a more accurate estimate. If
people are similar and tend to make the same errors, then their errors won’t cancel each other out. In
more technical terms, the wisdom of crowds requires that people’s estimates be independent. If for
whatever reasons, people’s errors become correlated or dependent, the accuracy of the estimate will
go down.
But a new study led by Joaquin Navajas offered an interesting twist on this classic phenomenon.
The key finding of the study was that when crowds were further divided into smaller groups that
were allowed to have a discussion, the averages from these groups were more accurate than those
from an equal number of independent individuals. For instance, the average obtained from the
estimates of four discussion groups of five was significantly more accurate than the average obtained
from 20 independent individuals.
In a follow-up study with 100 university students, the researchers tried to get a better sense of
what the group members actually did in their discussion. Did they tend to go with those most
confident about their estimates Did they follow those least willing to change their minds This
happened some of the time, but it wasn’t the dominant response. Most frequently, the groups
reported that they “shared arguments and reasoned together.” Somehow, these arguments and
reasoning resulted in a global reduction in error. Although the studies led by Navajas have
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limitations and many questions remain, the potential implications for group discussion and
decision-making are enormous.
28. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. The methods of estimation. B. The underlying logic of the effect.
C. The causes of people’s errors. D. The design of Galton’s experiment.
29. Navajas’ study found that the average accuracy could increase even if________
A. the crowds were relatively small B. there were occasional underestimates
C. individuals did not communicate D. estimates were not fully independent
30. What did the follow-up study focus on
A. The size of the groups. B. The dominant members.
C. The discussion process. D. The individual estimates.
31. What is the author’s attitude toward Navajas’ studies
A. unclear. B. dismissive. C. doubtful. D. approving.
D
Early fifth-century philosopher St. Augustine famously wrote that he knew what time was unless
someone asked him. Albert Einstein added another wrinkle when he theorized that time varies
depending on where you measure it. Today’s state-of-the-art atomic clocks have proven Einstein
right. Even advanced physics can’t decisively tell us what time is, because the answer depends on the
question you’re asking.
Forget about time as an absolute. What if, instead of considering time in terms of astronomy, we
related time to ecology What if we allowed environmental conditions to set the tempo of human life
We’re increasingly aware of the fact that we can’t control Earth systems with engineering alone, and
realizing that we need to moderate our actions if we hope to live in balance. What if our definition of
time reflected that
Recently, I conceptualized a new approach to timekeeping that’s connected to circumstances on
our planet, conditions that might change as a result of global warming. We’re now building a clock at
the Anchorage Museum that reflects the total flow of several major Alaskan rivers, which are
sensitive to local and global environmental changes. We’ve programmed it to match an atomic clock
if the waterways continue to flow at their present rate. If the rivers run faster in the future on average,
the clock will get ahead of standard time. If they run slower, you’ll see the opposite effect.
The clock registers both short-term irregularities and long-term trends in river dynamics. It’s a
sort of observatory that reveals how the rivers are behaving from their own temporal frame (时间框
架), and allows us to witness those changes on our smartwatches or phones. Anyone who opts to go
on Alaska Mean River Time will live in harmony with the planet. Anyone who considers river time
in relation to atomic time will encounter a major imbalance and may be motivated to counteract it by
consuming less fuel or supporting greener policies.
Even if this method of timekeeping is novel in its particulars, early agricultural societies also
connected time to natural phenomena. In pre-Classical Greece, for instance, people “corrected”
official calendars by shifting dates forward or backward to reflect the change of season. Temporal
connection to the environment was vital to their survival. Likewise, river time and other timekeeping
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systems we’re developing may encourage environmental awareness.
When St. Augustine admitted his inability to define time, he highlighted one of time’s most
noticeable qualities: Time becomes meaningful only in a defined context. Any timekeeping system is
valid, and each is as praiseworthy as its purpose.
32. What is the main idea of Paragraph 1
A. Timekeeping is increasingly related to nature.
B. Everyone can define time on their own terms.
C. The qualities of time vary with how you measure it.
D. Time is a major concern of philosophers and scientists.
33. The author raises three questions in Paragraph 2 mainly to _____.
A. present an assumption B. evaluate an argument
C. highlight an experiment D. introduce an approach
34. What can we learn from this passage
A. Those who do not go on river time will live an imbalanced life.
B. New ways of measuring time can help to control Earth systems.
C. Atomic time will get ahead of river time if the rivers run slower.
D. Modern technology may help to shape the rivers’ temporal frame.
35. Which view is closest to the author’s opinion
A. Time will tell. B. Everything is relative.
C. Well begun is half done. D. Time and tide wait for no man.
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。
The Power of Small Steps
In a world that often celebrates big achievements and overnight success, it’s easy to overlook the
power of small, consistent steps. Many of us set grand goals, only to feel discouraged when progress
is slow or invisible, failing to realize that lasting success is rarely built in a flash. _____36_____
Small steps are the building blocks of great things. Think about how a seed grows into a tall tree.
It doesn’t happen in a day. _____37_____ Every day, it absorbs sunlight and water, pushing its roots
deeper into the soil, until one day, it stands tall and strong, a proof of patience and persistence. Our
goals are like that seed—they need time and daily care.
_____38_____ For example, if your goal is to improve your English, reading a short passage
every day is better than trying to finish a thick book in one weekend. The former builds a habit; the
latter often leads to burnout. Consistency is key, and small steps make consistency possible by
keeping the task manageable.
Another advantage of small steps is that they reduce anxiety. When you take on a huge task, it’s
natural to feel nervous. _____39_____ However, breaking it into small steps helps. You’ll feel a
sense of accomplishment with each small win, which will motivate you to keep going. This positive
cycle can turn even the most difficult goal into something manageable.
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Small steps teach a growth lesson. _____40_____ So, the next time you’re faced with a big goal,
don’t be afraid to start small. Remember, every great journey begins with a single step.
A. Small steps help form good habits.
B. We may even give up before starting.
C. Work on the huge task a little bit daily.
D. It changes quietly and steadily underground.
E. But small steps have the power to change this.
F. Small steps can by no means change the situation.
G. They remind us that progress, not perfection, is what matters.
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。
Many years ago, I was on a bicycle trip through some exceedingly picturesque countryside.
Suddenly, dark clouds __41__ overhead and rain began to fall, but strange to relate, several hundred
yards ahead of me the sun shone brilliantly. Riding, however, as rapidly as I could, I found it __42__
to get into the clear. The clouds with their rain kept advancing faster than I could race forward. I
continued this unequal contest for an exhausting half hour, __43__ realizing that I could not win my
way to the bright area ahead of me.
Then it __44__ me that I was wasting my strength in unimportant hurry, while paying no
attention whatsoever to the landscape __45__ which I was making the trip. The storm could not last
forever and the discomfort was not unendurable. Indeed, there was much to look at which might
otherwise have __46__ me. As I gazed about with sharpened appreciation, I saw colours and lines
and shapes that would have appeared __47__ under brilliant light. The rain mists which now __48__
the wooded hills and the fresh clearness of the different greens were entrancing. My __49__ at the
rain was gone and my eagerness to escape it vanished. It had provided me with a new view and
helped me understand that the __50__ of beauty and satisfaction may be found close at hand within
the range of one’s own sensibilities.
It made me think, then and later, about other matters to which this __51__ was related. It helped
me realize that there is no sense in my __52__ ever to flee from circumstances and conditions which
cannot be avoided but which I might bravely __53__ and frequently mend and often turn to good
account. I know that half the battle is won if I can face trouble with courage, and __54__ with spirit.
It has become ever clearer to me that danger is far from disaster, that defeat may be the forerunner of
final __55__, and that, in the last analysis, all achievement is dangerously weak unless based on
enduring principles of moral conduct.
41. A. held up B. piled up C. lined up D. sprang up
42. A. urgent B. likely C. exhausting D. impossible
43. A. until B. after C. before D. while
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44. A. dawned B. brought C. struck D. taught
45. A. in front of B. for the sake of C. on account of D. at the convenience of
46. A. entranced B. accompanied C. provided D. escaped
47. A. beautifully B. brightly C. clearly D. differently
48. A. crowned B. covered C. swept D. floated
49. A. attention B. annoyance C. sadness D. pleasure
50. A. sources B. resources C. causes D. courses
51. A. incident B. accident C. event D. phenomenon
52. A. requesting B. waiting C. attempting D. expecting
53. A. meet B. avoid C. decline D. change
54. A. happiness B. joy C. surprise D. disappointment
55. A. failure B. victory C. relief D. decision
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。
The 2025 “Xiangchao” (Hunan Football League) was far more than a sports event; it was
56._____ social phenomenon that breathed new life into the province. Initially starting as local
games, these events quickly crossed the boundaries of the sports field and brought together people
from all walks of life, all 57._____ (unite) by their love for the game.
The real magic happened beyond the pitch. Stadium squares were transformed into lively night
markets, 58._____ the air was filled with the inviting scent of local delicacies. This “event +
consumption” model 59._____ (prove) to be a powerful engine for the local economy. More
importantly, it offered a unique platform to showcase rural specialties, from house-made chili sauce
to local rice noodles, helping these products reach 60._____ (wide) audiences and boosting farmers’
incomes.
However, the most profound impact was 61._____ community spirit and youth development.
Inspired by the players, many youngsters 62._____ (draw) from screens to sports fields. In some
villages, retired players and college students even started organizing free coaching and tutoring
sessions beside the new courts, 63._____ (combine) physical training with academic support. This
spirit of self-reliance and joint effort is exactly 64._____ drives sustainable rural revitalization.
Thus, a simple football has kicked off wide-ranging developments, powering the economy,
connecting communities, and building a brighter future. It shows how sports can go beyond
65._____ (compete) to become a force for social good.
第四部分 单词填空（共三小节，满分 20分）
第一节 根据首字母和中文提示填空（共 7小题；每小题 1分，满分 7分）
66. People who c__________(吃；喝) plenty of vegetables and fruits instead of junk food are more
likely to stay energetic and healthy.
67. So exhausted and hungry was the traveler that he finally c__________(晕倒 ) in the desert
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without any warning.
68. Doctors suggest that we should take in enough dietary f_______(纤维 ) to promote our physical
health.
69. The earthquake caused m__________(非常严重的 ) damage to the local buildings and left
thousands homeless.
70. Had the engineering team a___________(预 料 ) the potential effects of extreme weather
conditions during the design phase, the destruction of the bridge would have been avoided.
71. Only when you provide solid evidence and reasonable analysis can you j__________(证明…有
道理) your decision completely.
72. The government has taken a series of effective measures to improve social w__________(福利)
and ensure that people can live a happier and more secure life.
第二节 用所给词的正确形式填空（共 7小题；每小题 1分，满分 7分）
73. Regular physical activity, when done __________ (moderate), can bring more benefits to our
health than extreme exercise routines.
74. Dumplings, a classic Chinese dish, are filled with a savory ___________ (stuff) of pork and
vegetables, which can also be customized with shrimp or beef.
75. The soldier who rescued the drowning child was praised for his ___________ (exception)
bravery.
76. A number of questions ___________ (arise) concerning the safety of the new method in the past
two months, especially in emergency medical treatment.
77. Any unexpected ___________ (interrupt) to the stable supply of equipment and energy may lead
to disastrous consequences during the operation.
78. The road is likely to become ___________ (slip) on rainy days, so drivers are reminded to reduce
speed and keep a safe distance.
79. The audience burst into ___________ (thunder) applause the moment the performer finished the
amazing show.
第三节根据句意，用所给词组的正确形式填空（共 6小题；每小题 1分，满分 6分）
consist of owe … to … proceed to sth.
prior to regardless of take sb’s breath away
side with contrary to help sb. to one’s feet
80. ________ taking part in a basketball match, players should do adequate and targeted warm-up
exercises in order to avoid muscle strains.
81. The magnificent view of Niagara Falls at sunset ________ the moment we stood by the shore and
enjoyed it.
82. The school cooking club ________ 20 students who are keen on Chinese food culture gathers
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every week to explore diverse recipes and cooking techniques.
83. A truly kind person will always offer help to others ________ their social status, age or
educational background.
84. Having obtained approval from the ethics committee, the medical team planned to ________ a
series of clinical trials on the newly developed vaccine.
85. She openly ________ the weak and disadvantaged group in the speech, thus earning wide praise
from the public.
第五部分 写作（共一小节，写作 25分，书写 5分，满分 30分）
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。
“Tomorrow is Mother’s Day. I’ve been saving up for the past month and I’m going to buy my
mother a lipstick she loves,” Cherry, my friend, said on the way home from school. “See you
tomorrow!”
We waved goodbye as she went into a gift shop. But her excitement reminded me that I hadn’t
prepared anything special for my mother yet. I continued walking along the road, carefully thinking
about what gift I should choose. I had planned to buy her some flowers and chocolates. Now,
compared with my friend’s lipstick, they seemed to be too simple.
“Maybe I should go to the gift shop, too.” I told myself.
I pushed open the door to a nearby shop and tried to find a perfect gift. I picked up a lipstick but
immediately put it back after seeing its price. I could never afford that! Then I walked into another
shop and saw a very lovely cup.
“It’d be a wonderful gift and Mom would love it!” I thought.
I picked it up and turned it over to see the price, hoping it was not too expensive. Once again, I
couldn’t afford it. Feeling sad, I continued to wander around the shops until darkness fell outside.
Eventually, I gave up and went home. When I opened the door, I was greeted by the good smell from
the kitchen.
“Mom, I am home!” I pretended to be cheerful.
Mom turned around and kissed me lightly on the cheeks, saying, “Dinner is almost ready. Today,
I happened to be able to come home a little bit earlier. I have made some of the snacks you loved
when you were a kid. I really missed the happy time we spent together!”
注意：
（1）续写词数应为 150左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Just then and there, I had a good idea.
Early in the morning, I was woken up by the gentle knocks on my door.
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