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平高教育集团高二年级期中考试
英　　语
注意事项:
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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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例:How much is the shirt
　　A.￡19.15. B.￡9.18. C.￡9.15.
答案是C。
1.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Father and daughter. B.Teacher and student. C.Doctor and patient.
2.Where are the car keys
A.In the bag. B.On the floor. C.Inside the car.
3.What is the man going to do first
A.See a doctor. B.Attend a meeting. C.Fill some forms.
4.What is Jack’s attitude to swimming outside on cold days
A.Picky. B.Satisfied. C.Indifferent.
5.How much did the boy’s mother give to him altogether today
A.$700. B.$500. C.$400.
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,回答第6、7题。
6.What is the man complaining about
A.There is too much noise.
B.His homework is difficult.
C.He doesn’t get enough sleep.
7.How does the woman feel
A.Apologetic. B.Grateful. C.Angry.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.What does the woman want to borrow
A.A chemistry book. B.A notebook. C.Some money.
9.How long does the woman work part-time every evening
A.For seven hours. B.For five hours. C.For three hours.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10.When did the man expect to receive his order
A.On Monday. B.On Tuesday. C.On Thursday.
11.How does the man sound
A.Nervous. B.Annoyed. C.Ashamed.
12.What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A wrong delivery. B.A famous firm. C.Different fruits.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13.When does Alex usually travel probably
A.During the summer vacation.
B.During the spring break.
C.During the winter break.
14.Who does Suzy often travel with
A.Alex. B.Her friends. C.Her family.
15.What does Suzy say about money
A.It is worth saving for trips.
B.It should be spent on big trips.
C.It is often wasted in little trips.
16.What is Suzy like
A.Foolish. B.Difficult. C.Hardworking.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.When did South Africa become independent
A.In 1916. B.In 1951. C.In 1961.
18.What is the speaker’s racial background
A.Native American.
B.A mix of different groups.
C.Half Dutch and half English.
19.What is described as the most important destination in Cape Town
A.Table Mountain.
B.The Nelson Mandela Museum.
C.The Cape of Good Hope.
20.What will the speaker probably do with the listeners first
A.Pack bags. B.Hike a mountain. C.Go to a hotel.
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
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
Zhejiang Province has long been a popular tourist destination for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, which offer a wide range of experiences to visitors. Its efficient transportation network and modern communication facilities make it very accessible, while the general friendliness of the local people adds to its charm. Although travel costs can vary, the value provided by its unique attractions ensures its enduring appeal.
West Lake
Located at the west of Hangzhou City, West Lake is one of the top ten scenic spots in China. West Lake was included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2011. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the lake occupies a ground area of several square kilometers. It is about 2.8 kilometers wide from east to west.
The Grand Canal
The Grand Canal, a vast waterway connecting the northern and southern parts of China, was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. The Grand Canal goes back more than two thousand years. It links China’s two longest rivers and has a total length of 1,794 kilometers.
Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City
The archaeological ruins of Liangzhu, which were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2019, are located in the Yangtze River Basin. They reveal an early regional state with a unified belief system. These ruins are an outstanding example of early urban civilization.
Songcheng Scenic Area
Songcheng is located in Zhijiang Tourist Resort. It is a theme park that features the culture of the Song Dynasty. Inside the park, visitors can enjoy song and dance performances, as well as traditional folk shows. The park has a variety of facilities to make visitors experience the life and culture of the dynasty.
21.What makes Zhejiang Province constantly popular with tourists
A.Its low travel costs.
B.Its frank local residents.
C.Its scenic beauty and cultural depth.
D.Its convenient transportation and smooth communication.
22.What do the first three attractions have in common
A.They are located in the same city.
B.They were constructed in the same century.
C.They were recognized by UNESCO.
D.They are designed for the agricultural purpose.
23.What is the primary purpose of the Songcheng Scenic Area
A.To serve as the city’s main public park.
B.To show the culture of an ancient dynasty.
C.To provide a waterway for transportation.
D.To protect an important archaeological discovery.
B
Yasmin Alkashef grew up in Egypt learning English and Arabic. From a very young age, she knew she loved languages. In the fourth grade, she began learning French. Her love for languages continued into high school, where she began training to be a translator. Now she interprets and translates for people professionally.
Alkashef has been a translator for 20 years. She’s a member of the American Translators Association board of directors and a certified Arabic-English translator, a certified court interpreter, and a conference interpreter. Though the jobs have similarities, translators work with written material while interpreters work with spoken language. Confidence is crucial to both jobs.
Most interpreters and translators are freelancers (自由职业者), which means they’re not employed as staff for an organization or a company. Being a freelancer means doing a variety of work for a variety of clients. Alkashef enjoys this aspect of her job. “It’s always fun, because every week is different, and the topics are always different,” she says. “One day, you are translating a document about clean water, and the next day, you are in court, interpreting a case. The following day, you’re at a conference about international peace. You learn a lot, because you get to get in touch with so many different people.”
Alkashef has interpreted at court cases and film festivals, and at political events with people such as presidents and kings. The work can be exciting and attractive, but also challenging and sad.
“Interpreters speak in the first person,” Alkashef says. “When they say something sad or painful, their subconscious does not understand that it is somebody else’s story. So interpreters come home with this burden, and they have to do self-care to take care of their mental health.”
Alkashef is most grateful that through her work, she’s able to help others. “It’s more than just the words. The interpreter brings an understanding of the cultures, of history, and of a lot of things,” she says. Her work has enriched her life in many ways, and she tries to impart what she learns to those around her.
24.What distinguishes translators from interpreters according to the text
A.Their wage level. B.Their working time.
C.The client type they serve. D.The medium they use.
25.Why does Alkashef enjoy being a freelancer
A.Because of diverse tasks. B.Because of stable income.
C.Because of predictable routine. D.Because of fewer responsibilities.
26.What challenge do interpreters face mentally according to Alkashef
A.Language barriers. B.Emotional stress.
C.Time management. D.Technical difficulties.
27.What is the author’s main purpose in writing the last paragraph
A.To highlight the impact of Alkashef’s work.
B.To compare Alkashef’s work with others.
C.To emphasize the importance of words of gratitude.
D.To present Alkashef’s ability to understand others.
C
It is widely thought that our galaxy, the Milky Way, is certain to collide (碰撞) with the neighboring Andromeda galaxy sometime around 5 billion years from now. But according to new research, maybe we shouldn’t count on this multigalactic collision happening as previously expected.
In a study published recently in Nature Astronomy, researchers who analyzed data from the European Space Agency’s space telescope and NASA’s telescope say the event is more of a coin flip than a given: The team suggests there’s just about a 50–50 chance of the two galaxies colliding within the next 10 billion years or so. When you look at the next 4–5 billion years, that chance drops down to around 2%.
In other space news, scientists are discussing about a star that is small in mass but huge in energy. TOI-6894 is a red dwarf (红矮星) that is roughly 20% as massive as our sun. But in another study published in Nature Astronomy, researchers say they’ve spotted a giant planet orbiting the little star. The planet, called TOI-6894b, is described as a low-density gas giant. Astronomers say the presence of a gas giant that surrounds such a small star is so surprising that it challenges the most widely accepted theory of planet formation.
The theory, called core accretion (积聚), suggests that giant planets are born when their solid cores get massive enough to start pulling in lots of gas. Smaller stars generally lack enough gas and dust to allow for such a process, but this red dwarf ended up with a gas giant going around it anyhow. Because red dwarf stars are super common in our galaxy, this could mean gas giants are more plentiful than we thought.
The researchers will use the James Webb Space Telescope to study the planet’s atmosphere, which should provide more clues about its formation.
28.How does the author begin paragraph 1
A.By comparing the data.
B.By quoting from documents.
C.By concluding from some previous research.
D.By mentioning a common astronomical belief.
29.What does the underlined part “a coin flip” in paragraph 2 refer to
A.A given chance. B.An uncertain situation.
C.A constant rule. D.An apparent choice.
30.What do we know about TOI-6894
A.There is little energy in it. B.It is orbiting TOI-6894b.
C.It is twice as massive as the sun. D.There is a huge planet around it.
31.What can we infer from paragraph 4
A.There may exist more huge gas planets in space.
B.Smaller stars do not form satellites.
C.Red dwarfs are rare in the universe.
D.Gas giants require no solid cores.
D
Researchers from Northwestern University and the Chicago Botanic Garden will study the carbon capture (碳捕获) effects of soil additives on agricultural fields.
For the world to meet the global average temperature goals set forth in the 2015 Paris Agreement, we need to actively decrease carbon emissions (排放). Earth and planetary sciences professor Andy Jacobson suggests Earth science can help it and that one possible way is to capture atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) and lock it away for a few thousand years.
The chemical weathering (风化) of rocks is a natural phenomenon that transforms atmospheric CO2 into a stable mineral form. When CO2 dissolves in water, it creates a substance that can break down rocks. This transformation releases elements from certain rocks and changes CO2 into a stable form. Over time, these elements combine to form minerals that are the building blocks of many natural structures and rocks. This transformation helps to lock carbon in a solid form, which plays an important part in stabilizing Earth’s climate over the long term.
“Over much shorter human timescales, this stable form of CO2 acts as a sink for atmospheric CO2,” says Jacobson. Can we speed up the weathering process and actively remove carbon from the atmosphere at rates fast enough to help reduce the impact of modern climate change
Enhanced rock weathering was proposed as a strategy of decreasing carbon emissions decades ago but only recently gained interest. An article in a 2020 magazine estimated that enhanced weathering could remove up to 2 billion tons of CO2 annually from the atmosphere by 2050.
Jacobson is leading a team of researchers to investigate this negative emissions technology. In a series of experimental systems that simulate natural conditions at the garden, researchers will test the effects from adding different types of rock to soils used to grow various crops. The soil additives will include a volcanic rock that chemically weathers faster than other rocks and minerals, potentially speeding up CO2 capture and storage.
32.What does Jacobson stress about Earth science in paragraph 2
A.Its scientific origin as a principle.
B.Its present limitations in carbon capture.
C.Its potential role in achieving climate goals.
D.Its logical accuracy in temperature prediction.
33.What is mainly discussed in paragraph 3 concerning rocks
A.The process of their weathering.
B.The reasons for their formation.
C.Their natural structures.
D.Their stable chemical composition.
34.What is the main function of the question in paragraph 4
A.To summarize the previous paragraph.
B.To doubt the content of a magazine.
C.To introduce the following solution.
D.To show the fast rate of climate change.
35.What is the best title for the text
A.Can Humans Stabilize Earth’s Climate
B.Is Farming the Key to Carbon Capture
C.What Is the Chemical Weathering of Rocks
D.How Do Carbon Emissions Speed up Global Warming
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。
Perfectionism is often characterized by the persistent pursuit of excellence and the setting of exceptionally high standards. It is a positive quality, especially for many professions, say a pilot or a brain surgeon. 　36　. Many medical and mental health challenges are rooted in perfectionism. Here are tips to ease up on yourself.
See yourself beyond your achievements
　37　. However, it’s natural to feel bad or disappointed when falling short of your goals. Our value is not defined only by our excellent performance. We are our relationships, our interests and our enjoyment of life.
Make self-compassion (自我同情) easier
Self-compassion is often described as talking to yourself like a good friend. Self-compassion can be one word or a phrase: “Easy”, “Gentle”, “You’re OK”. Self-compassion can be actions: three deep breaths, asking for help or taking a break. It can also be permission not to do all the things you expect of yourself. 　38　.
Tone down (使……柔和) your inner critic
Those of us who aim high take our commitments and our responsibilities seriously. The same attitude can extend to our own thoughts. When we think “I’m not good enough”, or “I’m falling short”, we treat them as fact. But actually, they’re just thoughts. 　39　. But that doesn’t mean we have to take every thought seriously and literally.
　40　
Self-improvement feels good, but resist the urge to turn your leisure time into another project. You don’t have to build a skill, learn something new, or do something good for you all the time. Improvement and personal development are important, but so are pleasure and enjoyment.
A.Dare to be unproductive
B.Allow yourself to reflect
C.Some people are naturally tend to be self-critical
D.You don’t have to lower your standards or be less driven
E.It can tip over into unhealthy behavior if left unchecked, though
F.This could mean skipping the gym for sleep when you are worn out
G.We’re proud of good grades, an excellent job review or hitting our workout goals
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。
One day, Juli Cobb was driving home from work. However, her car 　41　 gas and stopped in the middle of the road near a crowded homeless encampment under a(n) 　42　. Cobb said, “I was sitting there so 　43　 and anxious.”
Then a man from under the bridge 　44　 Cobb and offered assistance. Cobb 　45　 what had happened. As the steering (转向装置) was 　46　 and the car wouldn’t moving, the man tried to push it single-handedly.
Then two other men ran over to help. One man, careful not to 　47　 Cobb, asked whether he could reach through the window to check the steering column. With Cobb’s 　48　, he managed to unlock it. All the while, vehicles swerved (急转弯) around to avoid hitting them. At one point, the group even 　49　 a long tractor trailer (挂车) to change lanes. 　50　, the three men were able to move her car to safety.
The first man then 　51　 to get gas with his fuel can and Cobb gave him some money. While he was gone, one of the men stayed by her side, 　52　 her that it was a dangerous place. There were some people that would 　53　 such a situation. Cobb never had to step out of her car. Before long, the first man returned with gas and she was 　54　 of getting the car started. The 　55　 of the three men has long stayed with Cobb.
41.A.ran out of B.made use of C.figured out D.took over
42.A.agreement B.umbrella C.tree D.bridge
43.A.determined B.annoyed C.powerless D.passionate
44.A.rescued B.approached C.contacted D.recognized
45.A.described B.identified C.witnessed D.expected
46.A.designed B.held C.stolen D.locked
47.A.mention B.ignore C.alarm D.judge
48.A.focus B.permission C.test D.personality
49.A.forced B.allowed C.directed D.commanded
50.A.Eventually B.Generally C.Indeed D.Moreover
51.A.pretended B.forgot C.begged D.volunteered
52.A.remarking B.promising C.warning D.appreciating
53.A.deal with B.take advantage of C.call for D.take charge of
54.A.ashamed B.frightened C.aware D.capable
55.A.generosity B.ambition C.reminder D.relief
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。
Chinese scientists have made the world’s 　56　 (one) ultra-high parallel optical computing integrated chip (超高并行光计算集成芯片). This chip can reach 　57　 peak of 2560 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second) with a 50 GHz optical clock speed.
Researchers from the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics designed and made the chip by 　58　 (they). It has a large bandwidth and low loss, which makes it very 　59　 (power).
One key innovation is using soliton microcomb sources (孤子微梳源), 　60　 provide over 100 wavelength channels. “We have achieved information interaction and computation with over 100-wavelength multiplexing on one chip, 　61　 (show) high-density parallel processing,” said Xie, a researcher.
Unlike old optical computing that uses one wavelength, this new way uses over 100 light wavelengths 　62　 (process) data at the same time—boosting computing power by up to 100 times 　63　 making the chip bigger or changing its frequency. “It’s like turning a single-lane road into a highway that can handle hundreds of cars at the same time, 　64　 (great) increasing throughput without changing the chip hardware,” said Han, an engineer.
This new visual computing design shows great promise for use in artificial intelligence and data 　65　 (center).
第四部分　写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节　(满分15分)
你校英文报正在举办以“Green Living: Start with Me”为主题的征文活动。请你写一篇短文参与此活动,内容包括:
(1)你对绿色生活的理解;
(2)你将如何践行绿色生活方式。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Green Living: Start with Me
第二节　(满分25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。
My Little Farm Project
My love for planting started with a school project. We were tasked with growing a plant at home. I chose garlic (大蒜) because it seemed easy. I found a head of garlic in the kitchen, and my mom showed me how to separate it. I planted a few of the small sections in a pot and placed it by the window where it could get plenty of sunlight. Watering it daily became my new routine. One day, to my surprise, green shoots appeared! Watching them grow, I felt a sense of excitement. When I finally harvested a perfect bulb of garlic, I was incredibly proud. That small success “planted” a big idea in my mind. “Since we live on a farm, why not grow more for family food ” I thought.
I first talked about my idea to my dad, who was busy on the farm. He thought for a moment and then pointed to a sunny spot. “You can use that area,” he said. “But it’s hard work.” My mom was supportive too. The next day, she drove me to the local garden store. We bought packets of carrot seeds. As we left, she picked up a few discarded (丢弃的) garlic sections on the ground. “No waste on a farm!” she said. I also told my best friend, Leo, about my plan. Since his family had a small garden, he offered to help me that weekend. When Leo arrived, we saw my mom casually throw those garlic pieces onto the freshly turned soil of our new garden bed.
We started by clearing the plot of weeds and rocks. The sun was hot, and the work was tough. Seeing us struggling, my dad brought over a machine to loosen the soil. My mom brought us cool drinks. With their help, we soon had a neat garden bed. We carefully planted the seeds in straight rows, just like the instructions on the packets said. I watered the soil gently. Every day after that, I would check the plot, hoping for the first sign of life.
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。
　　Under our care for weeks, tiny green shoots finally pushed through the soil.
The harvest day was the most rewarding experience.
平高教育集团高二年级期中考试
英语参考答案
1—5　BCCBA　6—10　AABCA　11—15　BAACA　16—20　CCBBC
21—23　CCB　24—27　DABA　28—31　DBDA　32—35　CACB　36—40　EGFCA
41—45　ADCBA　46—50　DCBCA　51—55　DCBDA
56.first　57.a　58.themselves　59.powerful　60.which
61.showing　62.to process　63.without　64.greatly　65.centers/centres
评分原则:
1.铅笔作答不给分。
2.有拼写或大小写错误的作答不给分。
3.所填词汇正确,但有形式错误的不给分。
4.英式、美式拼写均可给分。
5.除所列答案外,若试评过程中发现其他可接受答案,经评卷专家组讨论确认后也可给分。
写作:
第一节:
参考范文:
Green Living: Start with Me
Green living means living in a way that is environmentally friendly and sustainable. It involves saving resources, reducing waste, and protecting our planet. I believe green living benefits the environment, health, and economy.
To practice green living in my daily life, I will start with small steps. For example, I will use reusable bags instead of plastic ones when shopping. I will also turn off the lights and water taps when they arent in use to save energy and water. Moreover, I will try to walk or bike more often instead of driving, which can reduce air pollution and save money.
I hope more people will join me in practicing green living and protecting our planet.
第二节:
参考范文:
Under our care for weeks, tiny green shoots finally pushed through the soil. I was overjoyed. The plants grew steadily. The carrot tops became feathery and green. I weeded and watered diligently. One afternoon, while checking the carrots, I noticed something strange. Among the feathery green carrot tops, there were tall garlic stalks growing there. Puzzled, I called my mom. She examined them and laughed, “Surprise! I remember now—I threw those leftover garlic pieces here when we started the garden. They decided to grow alongside your carrots!” I found it exciting. My garden had given me an unexpected gift.
The harvest day was the most rewarding experience. My parents and Leo all gathered to help. We pulled up the big carrots. We also harvested the plump garlic bulbs that had grown secretly among them. That evening, the air was filled with the amazing smell of roasted carrots and garlic from our kitchen. Sharing this meal with my family and Leo, I realized the true joy of farming. It wasnt just about the food; it was about the hard work, the surprises, and the people who helped along the way.

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