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2025-2026学年高二下学期期中考试英语试卷
考试时长：120分钟 满分：120分
第一部分 阅读理解(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
UNICEF is launching the Youth Climate Action Challenge 2026, inviting you to make your voice heard, drive positive change, and win exciting rewards! Here’s everything you need to know:
1. Eligibility(资格)
Open to students worldwide aged 13–18(as of May 1,2026).
Participation format:
Teams of 2-4 students(no age restriction within the 13-18 range)
Individual participation is only allowed for students aged13-14(no team required).
2. Key Timeline
Registration (February 1-April 15): Complete online registration with personal/ team information (school name, age, contact details).
Submission (March 1-May 1): Upload podcast to the official platform; submit a 100-word English summary of the podcast content.
3. Podcast Guidelines
Duration:2-5 minutes(submissions shorter than 2 minutes or longer than 5 minutes will be disqualified).
Language: English (with optional English subtitles for clarity).
Content focus: Introduce a specific local climate issue (e.g. air pollution, water scarcity, deforestation) with real-life examples or data. Propose creative and workable solutions (individual, community, or school-level actions).
Format: MP3 or WAV format; background music is allowed but must not overshadow the speaker’s voice.
4. Rewards
Top 10 teams/individuals:
A $500 project fund to carry out their proposed climate action in their community.
One-on-one mentor support from UNICEF climate experts for3months.
Their podcasts will be featured on UNICEF’s global youth platform, reaching audiences worldwide.
Top 50 shortlisted(入围的) teams/individuals:
Official UNICEF certification of participation.
Free access to UNICEF’s climate education online courses.
For more details or to register, visit the official website: https://www.unicef.org.
21. What is the maximum age for students to participate in the challenge alone
A.13. B.14. C.16. D.18.
22. Which of the following is a qualified podcast
A. One with Chinese subtitles.
B. One about local pollution.
C. One of more than 5 minutes.
D. One about background music.
23. What is only awarded to a Top 10 winner
A. A donation to his/ her community.
B. Free courses on climate change.
C. Professional mentor guidance.
D. UNICEF-issued participation certification.
B
When I wrote my first book three years ago, the words came naturally. Eight weeks of even rhythm (节奏) and it was finished with ease: So when I sat down to write my second book, I expected the same effortless flow. Instead, I found myself staring at a blank page, typing line that seemed to flash with quiet accusation. I couldn’t begin.
Day after day, I repeated the same routines: set up the perfect workspace, blocked out hours for writing, and reread old pages that had once made me proud. None of it helped. For a while, I blamed myself, mistaking my procrastination (拖延) for laziness or lack of discipline. Still, the familiar motions kept me occupied while the work itself remained still.
Eventually, exhaustion softened my stress, and I stopped pushing. What if the resistance was trying to tell me something I opened my journal and started writing- not about the book, but about why I couldn’t write it. The truth that poured out was simple and childlike: What if this book isn’t as good as the first What if readers decide a woman like me has already said everything she knows Beneath the delay, I found fear- not of the work, but of judgment. Procrastination had become a “safety net: staying still meant avoiding being seen and possibly found lacking.
So I tried something different. I set a timer for five minutes and wrote whatever came. A sentence half an idea, a small whisper of a scene. My hand moved first, and my mind followed. Piece by piece, those small beginnings grew into the book I had been afraid to start.
By the time I finished, I saw procrastination differently. It was never merely delay. It was a quiet dialogue between the part of me that wants to try and the part that fears the fall. What I once called wasted time was, in truth, the stillness before courage - the quiet reward of writing.
24. Why did the author keep following the same routines
A. To look for creative inspiration.
B. To overcome her procrastination.
C. To gain a false sense of progress.
D. To improve her writing technique.
25. What actually prevented the author from writing
A. Lack of new ideas.
B. Pursuit of perfection.
C. Desire for social fame.
D. Concern over disapproval.
26. How did the author manage to restart her writing
A. By taking one step at a time.
B. By focusing on small details.
C. By reflecting on the outcome.
D. By following a flexible schedule.
27. What message does the author seem to deliver in the last paragraph
A. Courage helps fight against fear.
B. Stillness can be part of creativity.
C. Procrastination is a waste of time.
D. Writers should avoid taking breaks.
C
Electric vehicles(EVs) are increasingly seen as a key to reducing urban air pollution and reliance on fossil fuels. Governments, such as the UK, have announced plans to ban new petrol and diesel car sales from 2030, signaling strong policy support for a cleaner transport future. Yet, the path to a fully electric society is far from straightforward, with several challenges yet to be overcome.
Two major practical difficulties stand in the way. First, EVs currently suffer from limited battery ranges compared to conventional vehicles, which can travel longer distances on a full tank of fuel. Second, charging infrastructure(设施) remains undeveloped, with charging points still insufficient in most regions. These factors contribute to “range anxiety” among potential buyers, slowing the shift to electric transport.
On the technological front, solid-state batteries are viewed as a promising breakthrough. Though currently used mainly in consumer electronics like smartphones, they are expected to enter the car market in the coming years, offering quicker charging times and an extended driving range. This could markedly enhance the appeal of EVs to the general public.
Economically, high initial costs continue to be a barrier. However, some countries have introduced policy supports, such as tax reductions, purchase rebates and dedicated traffic lanes for EVs, helping to boost adoption rates. Norway serves as a leading example, with the highest number of electric cars per person globally.
Nevertheless, experts like Colin Herron caution that EVs alone do not equal a zero-carbon future. Their environmental impact depends heavily on how the electricity used to charge them is generated: if the power comes mainly from fossil fuels, the overall emission reduction is limited. In addition, manufacturing EVs- especially their batteries- carries a substantial carbon footprint. Therefore,a truly sustainable transport system may require not only cleaner cars, but also greater use of public transport and a societal move toward fewer and shorter private vehicle trips.
28. What challenges do EVs mainly face
A. High costs and low popularity.
B. Tech delays and unstable power.
C. Limited battery life and safety issues.
D. Limited ranges and insufficient charging points.
29. How do some governments promote EV adoption
A. By raising taxes on petrol cars sharply.
B. By offering tax cuts, subsidies and special lanes.
C. By increasing the number of city parking spaces.
D. By enhancing the quality of public transport services.
30. What does Colin Herron’s warning imply
A. EV benefits rely on clean electricity source.
B. EVs cannot become truly green in the future.
C. Deadlines for banning fuel cars are not practical.
D. Battery technology is the key to green transport.
31. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To introduce the latest EV models to readers.
B. To call for investment in charging facilities.
C. To discuss both the future and problems of EVs.
D. To blame car makers for high production costs.
D
When danger approaches, animals seem to follow the ancient proverb:"the enemy of my enemy is my friend." Researchers have found subtle ways that animals communicate with other species in cooperative defense.
A study in Nature Ecology & Evolution reported that over 20 bird species across four continents make nearly identical high-pitched(高调的) “whining” calls to warn others of birds like cuckoos. Cuckoos are brood parasites: they lay eggs in other birds’ nests, often pushing out the host own eggs, to trick host birds into raising their chicks. According to co-lead author James Kennerley, these “whining calls work as the word” cuckoo” and appears to be understood across species, offering clues how language may have originated.
Birds producing this alarm call often live in regions with high numbers of brood parasites that target multiple host species. Hearing the call, potential hosts react aggressively to drive the invader away.
To investigate further, Will Feeney’s team played recordings of such alarm calls--originally from birds on other continents- to potential host birds in Australia and China. They found that the hosts responded just as quickly to foreign alarm calls as to their own, which indicates that sound helps many bird species may respond to certain alarm sounds, those in parasite-rich areas have adapted to carry clear threat information. Feeney suggests that while communication between species, not only within one species.
Back in 1871, Charles Darwin suggested that spoken language might have evolved from the imitation and modification of instinctive(本能的) sounds- for example, a scream in response to pain. Feeney notes,Birds changing their built-in calls for a new use could be an early stage toward language, something once thought uniquely human.
32. How can animals of different species cooperate in defense
A. By communicating freely.
B. By predicting danger in advance.
C. By following the old routine.
D. By making the same sound as signal.
33. Why do birds make"whing" calls to warn others of cuckoos
A. Because cuckoos are good at playing tricks.
B. Because cuckoos steal eggs from hosts' nests.
C. Because cuckoos have a wide range of species.
D. Because cuckoos make hosts care for their young.
34. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A. Birds universally recognize alarm calls.
B. Birds ignore easily recordings of alarm calls.
C. Birds' alarm calls function within species.
D. Brood parasites target certain host species.
35. Why does the author mention Darwin in paragraph 5
A. To show language is still evolving.
B. To prove human language is unique.
C. To link bird calls with language origin.
D. To question the reliability of the study.
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。
We all experience moments like this: a friend doesn’t reply to your message, or some one walks past you without noticing. Most people move on quickly, but for those who are sensitive to rejection these small moments feel heavy__36__.
Rejection sensitivity means often expecting others to reject you, even when there is no real sign. People who think this way pay too much attention to others' words, tone, or silence. A late reply may feel like“They don’t like me,” and a serious face may seem“They’re upset with me.” Because of this fear, they try to protect themselves by avoiding eye contact, keeping quiet, or pulling away. __37__ sometimes creating the very rejection they were afraid of. The good news is that gentle intentional habits can help.
Challenge your first reaction. Feelings are not facts. When your mind jumps to the worst, pause, and ask: What else could this mean . Try writing down at least two neutral(中性的) possibilities before accepting the negative one. This simple practice helps calm emotional overreaction.
Express your needs openly. People with rejection sensitivity often hide their feelings, hoping others will understand without being told.__38__. Try speaking clearly and kindly:“When I didn’t hear back, I felt a bit unsure. Could we talk later ” Honest communication builds trust and reduces unnecessary worry.
__40__. If someone reaches out to you, offer a small sign of openness-a smile, a short reply or a simple“thank you.” These small gestures show that you welcome connection. Over time, they help soften the habit of pulling away.
A. Pursue stronger bonds with others
B. But silence easily causes confusion
C. Respond warmly when others show care
D. They are always searching for ways to relieve their anxiety
E. Sadly, this distance can make them seem cold or unfriendly
F. They may immediately assume something is wrong with them
G. Perhaps the other person is busy, stressed, or simply distracted
第二部分 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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A group of senior high school graduates visited their old professor, eager to share post-graduation twists. As they chatted 41 the cozy living room, swapping ambition and frustration and a tray of various cups.
The cups were of all __42__ - porcelain, glass, clay; some plain and dull. some __43__ exquisitely carved; a few inlaid with sparkling crystal help yourselves to the coffee,” the professor said, eyes twinkling with purpose.
The students__45__ and picked up the tray, eager to seize the finest cups, each striving for one that __46__ the rest. Plain, simple ones were left 49 the tray edge, unworthy of notice. With cups filling with coffee in hand, the professor leaned back and spoke.
“I’ve observed something telling,” he said, glancing at their chosen cups picked out the eye-catching cups__48__ the ordinary ones. But the cup itself add nothing to the coffee. You were so fixed on the container that you barely noticed the coffee’s rich fragrance.”
The students fell silent__50__ by his words. The professor continued: coffee, jobs, wealth and status are__51__ They are tools to__52__ life, but cannot alter its__53__. Fixing gaze on cups’ makes you__54__ missing life’s genuine joy- the quiet fulfillment that 58ur souls.”
He paused, and then added softly: we don’t have the best of everything. They simply make the best of what they have.” The students nodded, grasping the lesson hidden in a cup of coffee.
41. A. enthusiastically B. coldly C. cautiously D. awfully
42. A. adjusted B. relaxed C. behaved D. excused
43. A. sorts B. depths C. heights D. widths
44. A. awkward B. fancy C. fragile D. faded
45. A. bent down B. gave up on C. crowded around D. turned away from
46. A. outweighed B. matched C. supported D. outshone
47. A. polished B. published C. untouched D. damaged
48. A. cherishing B. dismissing C. advocating D. evaluating
49. A. stuck B. confused C. amused D. annoyed
50. A. distinction B. appeal C. significance D. taste
51. A. rewards B. cups C. goals D. dreams
52. A. serve B. waste C. replace D. overlook
53. A. trend B. taste C. essence D. condition
54.A.come across B. hold on to C. end up D. put off
55. A. worries B. disturbs C. empties D. anchors
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。
Finger painting is an art form__56__ involves dipping fingers in paints and using fingers to create objects and shapes on a piece of paper you need is a table at elbow height, a few sheets of plain paper and a few bottles of water color.
When__58__(engage) kids in this activity, one should use no unnecessary pens only. Preferably, the paints should also be eatable. Finger paints come in bright colors and alternative inexpensive. Adults can try to save money by__59__(they) own finger paints using a mixture of cornstarch, food coloring and water.
It is a common misunderstanding that finger painting is intended__61__ children alone; rather it’s an activity that__62__(enjoy) by adults in equal measure. It can also be a great way to create a bond between people. Organizations can use finger painting as one of the most effective team-building__63__(act)+
There is no limit to the expression of feelings in finger painting. For example, you may choose the color red to express your anxiety or green to express hope. Describing your emotions__64__ likely to make you feel relieved.
Plan a finger-painting session and you are __65__(experience) the joy.
第三部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是某外国语学校的学生李华，下周学生会将组织一次关于健康生活的线上讲座，请你用英语在校公众号上发一则通知，内容包括：
1.讲座时间、观看方式；2.讲座内容；3.期待参加。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Notice
_____________________________________________________________________________
Students' Union
第二节（读后续写25分）
It was the Friday before the school's English Dram Festival, and our class had been preparing for a month. I was the director of our short play, The Last Leaf. Everyone had their roles, and rehearsal went smoothly- except for one person: Tom.
Tom was a shy boy who seldom spoke in class. He played a small role passerby with only one line:"What a beautiful leaf!" But every time he said it, his voice was so low that no one could hear. I tried to encourage him, but he only nodded and remained the same.
"If you can't say it loudly, we'll have to find someone else," I finally said in front of the whole group. Tom's face turned red. He lowered his head and whispered"sorry." Then he walked away quickly. I thought he just needed to practice more.
The next Monday, Tom didn't show up at rehearsal "he asked for leave," the monitor told me. I didn't think much of it.
But on Tuesday, I saw Tom sitting alone on the playground after school. He was holding a piece of paper and practicing something quietly. I hid behind a tree and listened."What a beautiful leaf!" he said - this time loud and clear. He repeated it over and over, each time with more confidence. Then he put the paper into his pocket and looked up at the sky, smiling.
I felt a sharp pain in my chest. Suddenly, I realized what I had done. I had embarrassed him in public. I had doubted him without knowing his efforts. I wanted to go over and say something, but had already stood up and left.
The next morning, I decided to find him before class.
Paragraph 1: I saw Tom at his desk, quietly reading an English book.
Paragraph 2: At the drama festival, when Tom stepped onto the stage, I held my breath.
参考答案
阅读理解
A篇21-23
21.B 22.B 23.C
B篇24-27
24.C 25.D 26.A 27.B
C篇28-31
28.D 29.B 30.A 31.C
D篇32-35
32.D 33.B 34.A 35.C
七选五36-40
36.F 37.E 38.B 39.G 40.C
完形填空41~55
41.A 42.A 43.B 44.C 45.C
46.D 47.C 48.B 49.A 50.C
51.B 52.A 53.C 54.C 55.D
语法填空56~65
56.which/that
57.what
58.engaging
59.their
60.an
61.for
62.is enjoyed
63.activities
64.is
65.to experience
第一节应用文范文
Notice
To help us build a healthy lifestyle, our Students' Union will organize an online lecture next Friday evening at 7 p.m. via Tencent Meeting.
The expert will share practical tips on balanced diet and regular exercise. Besides, advice on reducing screen time and easing study pressure will be offered. You can put forward your questions during the Q&A part.
All students are welcome to attend. Don’t miss this valuable chance!
Students' Union
第二节读后续写范文
Paragraph 1: I saw Tom at his desk, quietly reading an English book. I walked up to him sincerely and apologized for my rude words the other day, saying I shouldn’t have pressured him publicly. Tom looked up with a faint smile and told me he had kept practicing his line every spare minute to prove himself. Deeply moved, I praised his perseverance and promised to keep his role. His eyes lit up with joy.
Paragraph 2: At the drama festival, when Tom stepped onto the stage, I held my breath. As expected, he delivered his line loud and clear, perfectly catching every audience’s attention. The whole play turned out a big success. After the performance, Tom came to thank me, from which I learned never to judge others hastily before seeing their efforts.

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