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2025-2026学年度第二学期高二期中考试英语试卷
本试卷共8页 考试时间：120分钟 满分：120分
第一部分 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
Henry Raeburn (1756-1823)
The Exhibition
This exhibition of some sixty masterpieces celebrating the life and work of Scotland’s best loved painter Sir Henry Raeburn, comes to London. Selected from collections throughout the world, it is the first major exhibition of his work to be held in over forty years.
Lecture Series
Scottish National Portrait (肖像画) Gallery presents a series of lectures for the general public. They are held in the Lecture Room. Admission to lectures is free.
An Introduction to Raeburn Sunday 26 Oct., 15:00 DUNCAN THOMSON Raeburn’s English Contemporaries Thursday 30 Oct.,13:10 JUDY EGERTON
Characters and Characterisation in Raeburn’s Portraits Thursday 6 Nov.,13:10 NICHOLAS PHILLIPSON Raeburn and Artist’s Training in the 18th Century Thursday 13 Nov.,13:10 MARTIN POSTLE
Exhibition Times
Monday-Saturday 10:00-17:45　Sunday 12:00-17:45
Last admission to the exhibition: 17:15. There is no re-admission.
Closed: 24-26 December and 1 January.
Admission
4. Children under 12 years accompanied by an adult are admitted free.
Schools and Colleges
A special low entrance charge of 2 per person is available to all in full-time education, up to and including those at first degree level, in organised groups with teachers.
1. What is the right time for attending Raeburn’s English Contemporaries
A. Sun. 26 Oct. B. Thurs. 30 Oct. C. Thurs. 6 Nov. D. Thurs.13 Nov.
2. How much would a couple with two children under 12 pay for admission
A. 4. B. 8. C. 12. D. 16.
3. How can full-time students get group discounts
A. They should go on Sunday mornings.
B. They should come from art schools.
C. They must be led by teachers.
D. They must have ID cards with them.
B
Several years ago, Dawn Larkin-Wallace, a mom of three, started running to lose 10 pounds to 20 pounds of baby weight that just wouldn’t go away. She thought once she’d dropped the weight, she’d be off the treadmill (跑步机). What she could have never imagined is that she’d become a marathon runner who inspired her three children to start running, too.
“We’re just a running family,” said Larkin-Wallace of Baldwin, New York, who is part of a running club. First, Larkin-Wallace signed up her 15-year-old daughter Kayla, a high school student, for a race after realizing that the amount of running she did during her soccer games was the equivalent (等量) of five kilometers.
With the positive pressure and the competitive spirit that exists in the household, Larkin-Wallace said with a laugh, “Of course, her brother and sister decided that’s something they wanted to do, too.”Kimberly, 11, and Kevin Jr., 9, ran their first 5K’s this year.
Larkin-Wallace said her goal is for healthy living to become a lifestyle among her kids, who also play a range of sports from basketball to soccer. What she’s also very mindful of is encouraging her children, especially her girls, to feel good about their bodies. A recent study found that two in three 13-year-olds worry about gaining weight.
“It’s always on my mind, and I have to help my daughters understand that their body type is disparate from others and that the difference doesn’t make one better or more right than the other,” she said during a conversation with her family in their home. “As long as we’re healthy and taking care of ourselves, we should accept ourselves.”
The best advice for teenagers, Larkin-Wallace said, is to focus less on appearance and more on health, internal (内在的) qualities and things that your body can do, rather than how your body appears.
4. Why did Larkin-Wallace start running several years ago
A: To lose weight after having babies.
B. To prepare for a marathon race.
C. To set an example to her friends.
D. To join a national running club.
5. What is the underline word “disparate” in paragraph 5 mean
A. humble B. different C. separated D. dynamic
6. What did Larkin-Wallace encourage her kids to do
A. Break their bad habits at home.
B. Win honors as much as possible.
C. Accept their bodies as they are.
D. Compare their bodies with others.
7. What is Larkin-Wallace’s suggestion for teenagers
A. Put health above looks.
B. Keep a balanced lifestyle.
C. Focus on their appearance.
D. Create a caring environment.
C
The Stanford marshmallow (棉花糖) test was originally conducted by psychologist Walter Mischel in the late 1960s. Children aged four to six at a nursery school were placed in a room. A single sugary treat, selected by the child, was placed on a table. Each child was told if they waited for 15 minutes before eating the treat, they would be given a second treat. Then they were left alone in the room. Follow-up studies with the children later in life showed a connection between an ability to wait long enough to obtain a second treat and various forms of success.
As adults we face a version of the marshmallow test every day. We’re tempted (诱惑) by sugary treats,but by our computers, phones, and tablets — all the devices that connect us to the global delivery system for various types of information that do to us what marshmallows do to preschoolers.
We are tempted by sugary treats because our ancestors lived in a calorie-poor world, and our brains developed a response mechanism to these treats that reflected their value — a feeling of reward and satisfaction. But as we’ve reshaped the world around us, dramatically reducing the cost and effort involved in obtaining calories, we still have the same brains we had thousands of years ago, and this mismatch is at the heart of why so many of us struggle to resist tempting foods that we know we shouldn’t eat.
A similar process is at work in our response to information. Our formative environment as a species was information-poor, so our brains developed a mechanism that prized new information. But global connectivity has greatly changed our information environment. We are now ceaselessly bombarded (轰炸) with new information. Therefore, just as we need to be more thoughtful about our caloric consumption, we also need to be more thoughtful about our information consumption, resisting the temptation of the mental “junk food” in order to manage our time most effectively.
8. What did the children need to do to get a second treat in Mischel’s test
A. Take an examination alone.
B. Show respect for the researchers.
C. Share their treats with others.
D. Delay eating for fifteen minutes.
9. According to paragraph 3, there is a mismatch between______
A. the calorie-poor world and our good appetites
B. the shortage of sugar and our nutritional needs
C. the rich food supply and our unchanged brains
D. the tempting foods and our efforts to keep fit
10. What does the author suggest readers do
A. Absorb new information readily.
B. Be selective information consumers.
C. Use diverse information sources.
D. Protect the information environment.
11. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Eat Less, Read More
B. The Bitter Truth about Early Humans
C. The Later, the Better
D. The Marshmallow Test for Grownups
D
Philosophy departments are ruled by rankings. Philosophers are supposed to be clear thinkers; shouldn’t they see through thought traps like this The problem is that metrics,(衡量标准) are appealing. Once something is ranked, it becomes almost impossible to get that ranking out of your head. Over time, this can lead to what C. Thi Nguyen calls “value capture”.
Nguyen,a philosophy professor, is also a rock climber. When he first took up the sport, what he loved was the joy of using his body in challenging ways. Routes have difficulty scores; these motivated him. But soon he started chasing higher scores, believing the point of climbing was to conquer increasingly demanding routes. “The more desperately I wanted it, the more unpleasant my climbing got,” he wrote. His climbing became less about joy and more about winning. It wasn’t until he saw another climber focus on the beauty of the climb, not just reaching the top, that Nguyen remembered his original passion. He then stopped chasing scores and truly enjoyed the climbing itself.
It’s hard to resist “value capture” because our real values are often unclear. We might enjoy cooking, for instance, but then start believing that only more complicated recipes are truly better. We might love traveling, but then try to visit too many places in a rush, thinking a “successful” trip means doing it all. There’s often a gap between what is measured and what truly matters. As Nguyen points out, “Many of the important things in life seem to consistently defy measurement.”
To avoid being controlled by external measures,Nguyen suggests we learn from games. Games teach us the difference between a “goal” and a “purpose”. For example, when playing charades (打哑谜猜字游戏) with family, your goal might be to win, but your real purpose is to have fun and connect with loved ones. By understanding this crucial difference, we can focus on our deeper purposes and avoid letting external scores capture our true values.
1. How does “value capture” affect us according to the passage
A. It misdirects our true priorities.
B. It makes our aims much higher.
C. It defines our personal purposes.
D. It helps us clarify our external goals.
2. What does Nguyen’s climbing story primarily illustrate
A. The joy of accomplishing a task.
B. The risk of losing inner pleasure.
C. The difficulty of mastering skills.
D. The importance of observing others.
3.. According to the passage, why do people follow external metrics
A. Outside standards never lead us wrong.
B. Rankings create pressure to compete.
C. External metrics promise a clear path to success.
D. Clear aims are easier to grasp than inner worth.
4. How does the example of charades help explain Nguyen’s solution
A. Proving that games don’t have external rules.
B. Showing that winning matters most in games.
C. Suggesting that family games are meaningless.
D. Distinguishing winning from genuine enjoyment.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
How to Improve Memory and Boost Your Brain Power
Have you ever noticed that some people are able to effortlessly remember things and quickly comprehend new things .Well, learning how to improve memory isn’t as difficult as you might think. Check out these effective strategies.
● Get your body moving.
Physical activities don’t just exercise the body, but it also helps to exercise your brain. Research has shown that exercising four hours after learning significantly improves memory retention. __16__
● Get a good night’s sleep.
Getting a consistent 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night will help improve your memory. During sleep, the brain firms up memories of recently acquired information. Another helpful strategy is to take a nap during the day. especially after learning something new. __17__ as well as recharge your brain and keep it sharper for longer.
● __18__.
Pay attention to photographs, charts, and other graphics that might appear in your textbook. If you’re not studying a book, try to pull up a mental image of what it is you are trying to remember. __19__ or use highlighters to group related ideas in your notes.
● Teach someone else.
__20__. Expanding further upon this idea is the fact that educators have found that by having students teach new concepts to others, it helps to enhance understanding and recall. Teach new concepts and information to a friend or study partner, and you’ll find you remember the information a lot better.
Everyone has the ability to learn how to improve memory and boost brain power. Try out some of the above in order to get a feel for what works for you.
A. Feed your brain
B Use visualization
C This can also help you to retain those memories
D. It might also help to draw your own charts or figures
E. Reading aloud has been proven to notably enhance memory
F. Even if it’s just a walk, it’ll help you increase your mental ability
G. If you can’t concentrate, you might feel like you are constantly forgetting things
第二部分 语言运用（共2节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）
Twenty-five-year-old Jake had always been the kind of individual who avoided any form of physical activity. His busy work schedule and love for junk food had __21__ him to gain a significant amount of weight, and he frequently felt tired and out of breath even with the slightest movement. One day, after a routine medical check-up, the doctor gave him a serious __22__: his unhealthy lifestyle was putting his health at great risk.
This wake-up call made Jake realize that he needed to make a __23__. He decided to start small, starting by going for a short walk every morning before work. Initially, it was extremely __24__. His legs felt like lead, and he was tempted to __25__ after just a few minutes. But he reminded himself of the doctor’s warning and __26__, pushing forward. As weeks passed, Jake began to notice some positive __27__. He had more energy throughout the day, and his sleep quality improved. Encouraged by these changes, he decided to __28__ his exercise routine. He joined a local gym and started taking fitness classes, which included a mix of cardio and strength training.
Jake quickly developed a preference for the gym environment. The __29__ trainers and fellow gym-goers motivated him to keep going. He learned the importance of a balanced diet and started cooking healthy meals at home instead of __30__ fast food.
Now, six months later, Jake has not only lost a considerable amount of weight but also __31__ a newfound sense of self-confidence. He often shares his fitness journey on social media, hoping to __32__ others who are struggling with similar health issues. “It’s never too late to start taking care of your health,” he says. “The key is to find an activity you enjoy and make it a __33__ part of your life.”
Looking back on his transformation, Jake believes that his success is mainly due to his __34__. “There were days when I didn’t feel like working out, but I knew that I had to keep going to achieve my goals,” he explains. His story serves as a educational __35__ that with determination and the right mindset, anyone can overcome their health challenges.
21. A. forced B. allowed C. caused D. advised
22. A. notice B: warning C. report D. suggestion
23. A. decision B. promise C. comment D. change
24. A. interesting B. boring C. challenging D. rewarding
25. A. give up B. set off C. take over D. turn around
26. A. stopped B. kept C. avoided D. began
27. A. habits B. results C. routines D. methods
28. A. simplify B. reduce C. expand D. replace
29. A. supportive B. innovative C. discouraging D. managing
30. A. focusing on B. basing on C. deciding on D. relying on
31. A. lacked B. returned C. lost D. gained
32. A. entertain B. inspire C. educate D. comfort
33. A. temporary B. special C. casual D. regular
34. A. patience B. intelligence C. perseverance D. creativity
35. A. lesson B. curriculum C. adventure D. tool
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
Recently, Zhang has been particularly fascinated by Yue Opera, __36__ originated in East China’s Zhejiang province. Last year, performances by young Yue Opera __37__(actress)Chen Lijun and Li Yunxiao __38__(go) viral on Chinese social media, sparking a newfound love for Yue Opera among many viewers.
In Zhang’s view, Chen and Li’s performance of New Dragon Gate Inn is __39__ pioneering adaptation of traditional Yue Opera. Zhang thinks highly __40__ Chen’s perspective that Yue Opera needs both preservation and promotion, and that it is important to “make intangible heritage fashionable and classics popular”. “Personally, whether I’m eating __41__ resting, I always have Yue Opera playing on a small speaker. At home, I sing it all the time, as if I’m possessed.” she said.
Zhang has joined a free, amateur Yue Opera club in Beijing, where most members are in their 20s — a surprising sight, __42__(consider) opera was once thought to be in decline. They gather every weekend __43__(practice) together.
Her dream is becoming a skilled amateur Yue Opera singer. “If one day I could __44__(true) make a name for myself in this field and meet the actors I admire on stage, connecting through our art, that would be my __45__(great)happiness,” she said.
第三部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
假定你是李华，你的外教老师Chris想每堂课课前让学生做5分钟的汇报展示（presentation），主题为介绍歌曲或者画作。她想询问你们的意见，请你写一封回信，内容包括：
1．选择的主题；
2．陈述你的理由（至少两点）。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
Thank you for consulting us about the 5-minute presentation idea.
Best regards,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 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。
“All right, class, settle down!” my teacher, Ms. Garcia, announced. “Today, you are going to write about your best friend in real life. I want specific details. Begin!”
I sat with my pencil over my paper. For a moment, I hesitated. I knew I didn’t really have someone like that. Still, I lowered my head and began to write: My best friend is Hayley. She plays the cello (大提琴), like I do, and we go to orchestra every Saturday. She makes people laugh, and whenever I feel nervous, she tells me, “You’ve got this.” We’ve been best friends since fourth grade.
I knew Hayley wasn’t real, but it was easier than explaining why I didn’t have a best friend.
In fact, there was a girl in my orchestra class, Emily, who usually practiced the cello in the music room. Once, she helped me adjust my bow hold after a rehearsal (排练) and gave me an encouraging smile. “You’ve got this,” she said softly. I had also seen her patiently help another student work through a difficult passage, never showing the slightest impatience. We didn’t talk much because I was too shy to start a conversation, but I couldn’t forget her kindness. Without realizing it, I had borrowed pieces of her to create Hayley.
At school, I didn’t have real friends: My classmates were polite and kind, but I was just too hesitant and shy to be the first to reach out. When I needed someone, I didn’t know who to turn to. When loneliness came over, I would imagine someone like Emily beside me, her gentle voice offering encouragement. She was the friend I wished I could have.
The next day, Ms. Garcia returned my essay with a bright red “A”. “Hayley sounds wonderful! I’ve signed you and her up to perform a cello duo（二重奏）at next Friday’s Cultural Festival.” My heart skipped a beat. The lie I had built for protection suddenly turned into a trap. I was totally at a loss.
注意：(1)续写词数应为150左右；
Anxious, I decided to turn to Ms. Garcia.
The next day, I went to the music room to find Emily.
参考答案
阅读
A：1.B 2.B 3.C
B：4.A 5.B 6.C 7.A
C：8.D 9.C 10.B 11.D
D：12.A 13.B 14.D 15.C
七选五：16.F 17.C 18.B 19.D 20.E
完形填空21-35
21.C 22.B 23.D 24.C 25.A
26.B 27.B 28.C 29.A 30.D
31.D 32.B 33.D 34.C 35.A
语法填空36-45
36.which
37.actresses
38.went
39.an
40.of
41.or
42.considering
43.to practice
44.truly
45.greatest
写作
应用文范文
Dear Chris,
Thank you for consulting us about the 5-minute presentation idea. I prefer introducing classic paintings as our presentation theme.
For one thing, appreciating paintings helps us learn about foreign history and culture behind great works. For another, describing paintings improves our vocabulary and expressive skills effectively. Besides, paintings are vivid and can easily arouse classmates’ interest in class.
Looking forward to the wonderful presentations.
Best regards,
Li Hua
读后续写范文
Anxious, I decided to turn to Ms. Garcia. I told her the truth nervously that Hayley was an imaginary friend made up in my composition. I felt ashamed of lying and apologized sincerely. Instead of blaming me, Ms. Garcia comforted me and gave a warm suggestion: I could invite Emily, the kind girl from orchestra, to cooperate with me for the duo performance.
The next day, I went to the music room to find Emily. Gathering my courage, I asked her whether she was willing to play the cello with me. To my great joy, she accepted my invitation happily. We practiced hard every spare minute. Finally, we put on a fantastic show at the festival. Gradually, we became real best friends, and my former loneliness faded away completely.

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