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2025-2026学年高二年下学期5月月考英语试题
一、阅读理解
A
The Silk Road International Arts Festival is a unique event that brings together artists from around the world through performances and exhibitions. By creating a space where different artistic traditions can meet, it celebrates cultural diversity and encourages exchange across cultures. Held in Xi’an this year, the festival also offers the city a chance to present its ancient heritage in conversation with modern artistic expression.
Event Overview
30+ Countries Participating
80+ Performances & Workshops
240-hour Visa-Free Entry for Eligible (符合条件的) Travelers
Key Theme: Cultural Dialogue and Creative Collaboration
Date Event Venue
Oct.16 Opening Ceremony & World Stage Gala Xi’an Silk Road Theatre
Oct.18 Cross-Cultural Dance Dialogue Tang West Market Center
Oct.21 Visual Arts Fusion Exhibition Shaanxi Art Museum
Oct.24 Youth Creativity Lab International Culture Park
Nov.2 Intangible Heritage Day Xi’an City Wall Square
Nov.9 Artist Forum: Future of East-West Collaboration Xi’an International Conference Hall
Events this year feature a wealth of exciting programs that are well worth looking forward to. Architecture students from Italy will explore connections between Roman geometry and traditional Chinese courtyard design. Artists from Argentina will reinterpret Chinese ink techniques in contemporary forms. Russian artists will incorporate the Chinese character Fu into their oil paintings, expressing good wishes for the Silk Road and the unity it represents. Through such events, the festival not only highlights artistic dialogue across cultures, but also helps Xi’an further build its Image as a cultural destination where the ancient and the modern meet.
1. What is one main purpose of the festival
A．To recreate the Silk Road.
B．To preserve ancient heritage.
C．To promote cultural exchange.
D．To boost international tourism.
2. Which venue would be the best choice for a visitor interested in dance
A．Xi’an Silk Road Theatre.
B．Tang West Market Center.
C．Shaanxi Art Museum.
D．International Culture Park.
3. What can be inferred from the examples in the last paragraph
A．Most events are meant for young foreign artists.
B．Chinese traditions are kept in their original forms.
C．Chinese elements are given new artistic expression.
D．Foreign guests show great interest in Chinese history.
B
This summer I came face-to-face with three deep-rooted fears: heights, bears, and ageing.
Two friends joined me on a four-day wilderness getaway, and since we were all in our seventies, we decided we’d better go while we still could. Our adventure began with a scary drive up a winding mountain road.
On one hike, I found myself hanging onto a wire on a bridge made of two partly rotten (腐烂的) logs, suspended high above rushing rapids. I would never have attempted it without our guide ahead, mouthing encouraging words. Fixing my eyes on her boots, I inched along the shaky logs. Somehow, I made it across, flooded with a rush of intense excitement and huge relief.
Later, after spotting bear tracks, we were told to make loud noises, which soon became a game once the tension faded.
Until suddenly, time stood still.
We had just crossed a stream when the guide whispered, “There’s a bear.” I looked up in disbelief and saw not one, but two, about ten meters above us — the brown mother in front, her cub behind.
Though scared speechless, I couldn’t help noticing how beautiful they looked in their natural setting. I wondered if it would be my last memory. As they started towards us, we recovered enough to shout and wave our hiking poles. Taken aback, they stopped, and then slowly turned away. Another fear was overcome!
On our final morning, after a quiet, thoughtful walk through the forest, we were asked to bring back a “meaningful” stick, rock, and leaf to share what would “stick” with us, what “rocked,” and what we would “leaf” behind. The bond of friendship would stick with me. Women supporting one another truly rocked. And I hoped to leave some fears behind.
Our guide ended by expressing her admiration, praising not only our fitness but also our positive attitude, and saying she hoped to be like us in another thirty or forty years. Those unexpected words warmed my heart and eased my fear of being “over the hill.” Being valued for what we had accomplished felt like winning an Olympic medal — even if just for participation.
4. How did the author cross the bridge
A．By taking mindful steps.
B．By rushing across it bravely.
C．By using her sense of direction.
D．By having the guide drag her over.
5. Why did the guide ask them for a stick, rock, and leaf
A．To pick up some souvenirs.
B．To reflect on the journey.
C．To symbolize their teamwork.
D．To check their observation skills.
6. What does the underlined phrase “over the hill” in the last paragraph mean
A．Past the peak of youth.
B．To high to go down.
C．Out of place in society.
D．Beyond physical limits.
C
Researchers from the University of Buenos Aires have successfully used a robotic tutor to teach the male chingolo, a kind of small bird in South America, a song that was once part of the species’ culture but had been lost for more than half a century.
Male chingolos learn their unique, two-second melody from adult males. “It is a distinctive song — like a fingerprint, but learned,” says one of the researchers. “It serves to attract females and protect territory. It is the bird’s way of saying, “This is me, and here I am.” However, urbanization and habitat loss have broken this learning chain, causing local song “dialects” to disappear.
Driven by this problem, researchers took on a pioneering task: bringing back a song that had disappeared from the wild — known only from a musical record made in the 1960s — to a population of chingolos.
Using physics-based modeling of the bird’s vocal tract (声道) , the team first created an accurate artificial version of the lost song. They then engineered this model into a physical device designed to broadcast the forgotten melody — a “robotic tutor.” This artificial song was introduced to the chingolos in the park during their critical learning period from October to February. The sessions took place during peak singing hours and were limited to a maximum of eight hours. There were random pauses (停顿) in between so that the birds interpreted the playback from the three devices placed in the area as a real exchange, as if these devices were responding to each other. This stimulated the birds’ vocal responses.
The results were impressive. Young chingolos learned and adopted the song, though they added their own population’s “accent” to the final trill (颤音) , which showed that their singing is shaped by learned behaviors and inborn characteristics.
“This is about preserving not just genetic, but cultural biodiversity,” says another researcher. The team is now developing AI systems to automatically identify individual bird songs and planning to study cultural spread in bird populations to ensure that bird culture is not lost again.
7. Why did the researchers teach the birds the song
A．To save an endangered species.
B．To study the birds’ brain structure.
C．To develop new robotic devices.
D．To preserve the birds’ cultural heritage.
8. What is a role of chingolos’ song
A．It keeps hunters away from them.
B．It helps them adapt to urban growth.
C．It functions as their social identity.
D．It makes them remember their habitat.
9. What is the purpose of the random pauses
A．To protect the birds’ vocal tract.
B．To test the birds’ reaction speed.
C．To push the birds to catch the beat.
D．To trick the birds into interaction.
10. What can we learn from chingolos’ learning results
A．The song has spread to other bird species.
B．Their singing shows special vocal features.
C．Their response to the song needs improving.
D．The effectiveness depends on their population.
D
In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards adopting eco-friendly practices and promoting sustainable lifestyles. This global trend is fueled by various factors, ranging from heightened environmental awareness to economic advantages.
A primary driver behind the rise of green living is the increasing awareness of environmental issues, particularly the urgent need to address climate change. As people become more informed about the harmful effects of carbon emissions, deforestation, and pollution, there is a collective push toward adopting practices that minimize ecological impact.
Beyond environmental concerns, there are some economic motives driving the shift toward sustainability. For instance, energy-efficient technologies and practices can significantly reduce utility bills over time, making them financially advantageous for homeowners and businesses alike. Additionally, governments and organizations often offer some financial stimuli such as tax credits and subsidies (补贴) to encourage the development and adoption of renewable energy sources.
For example, solar energy has emerged as a frontrunner in the renewable energy sector, attracting widespread interest from homeowners and businesses seeking clean energy solutions. Solar panels use sunlight to generate electricity, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. The declining costs of solar technology, coupled with advancements in efficiency and storage capabilities, have made solar panels increasingly practical and cost-effective.
Consumer attitudes and preferences are also factors driving the demand for sustainable products and services. Millennials (千禧一代) and Generation Z, in particular, prioritize environmental responsibility and prefer to support businesses that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability. This shift has urged businesses across various sectors to integrate eco-friendly practices into their operations, from sustainable sourcing to waste reduction initiatives.
Moreover, the power of social influence cannot be underestimated in shaping consumer behavior towards sustainability. Social media platforms and online communities arouse awareness about environmental issues and show innovative green solutions. Individuals are increasingly motivated by peer examples, fostering a collective movement towards greener lifestyles.
These living practices reflects a global commitment to sustainability. By choosing to integrate sustainable practices and technologies into everyday life, individuals and communities can contribute to lessening climate change and creating a healthier planet for future generations.
11. What is the result when the government offers financial stimuli according to the text
A．Green energy will be more accessible and affordable.
B．It will bring too much financial burden to the government.
C．Technology companies will make much progress in their field.
D．Traditional fossil fuels will give way to renewable energy entirely.
12. What is true about the consumer behavior according to paragraphs 5 and 6
A．Older generations have a more sustainable lifestyle.
B．Peers make little difference in shaping consumer behavior.
C．Social influence promises to drive changes in consumer preferences.
D．The eco-friendly practices of companies cause the shift of consumer behavior.
13. What is the purpose of the text
A．To initiate a process.
B．To list some reasons.
C．To address concerns.
D．To analyze a dilemma.
14. What is the suitable title of the text
A．Keeping Sustainable Development: The Strategic Goals for the Globe.
B．Protecting the Environment: An Everlasting Topic throughout the World.
C．Promoting Ourselves: A Better and More Advanced World in Store for Us.
D．Embracing Green Living: The Growing Movement towards Sustainability.
E
Imagining a human being without historical sense is scary. The thought of living exclusively in a present moment is scary. Scarier still is the thought of an entire generation, not to mention society, operating with a lack of a sense of history. And yet that is exactly the situation in which we find ourselves today.
The people and events of history may be rooted in the past, but how we talk about those things, what we write about them, and how we teach them—in other words, how we practise history as the record of human experience—tell us a lot about who we are and what we value right now. Thinking of ourselves as a chapter in an as-yet unwritten history book, on the other hand, is likely to force deeper self-reflection: Whose stories will we stand up for What values will we defend What models will we offer following generations In an era of environmental change, rising inequality and great shifts in the international political context, we need to understand how our institutions have developed. History gives us power. No other subject helps us to understand so comprehensively what it is to be human.
The implications of ignorance of what have happened are incredible, but the ignorance itself isn’t entirely surprising given the lowered status of history in most schools. The discipline of history has become sidelined (边缘化). “History fights for its place in the curriculum with geography,” Dr. Bain observed, “but its attention to time, place and context is what makes it really distinct.” In other words, history doesn’t simply tell us how to be good citizens: It equips us with the knowledge we need to comprehend our world clearly, and the ability to analyze it accurately.
Clearly, in an age of “fake news”, engaged citizens need to be culturally literate, critical thinkers. There is no better subject than history to develop an appreciation of context and an ability to look for evidence. We should expect a logical history curriculum for our children. If it were common to hear graduates claim that they’d never learned to add, subtract, multiply and divide, there would be a severe protest. So should there be now.
15. What is the situation the author mentioned in paragraph 1
A．The fear of the past.
B．The ignorance of history.
C．The exclusion of the present.
D．The dissatisfaction of society.
16. What does the author mainly stress in paragraph 2
A．Consequences of overlooking history.
B．Significance of mastering all subjects.
C．Insights from history for today and tomorrow.
D．Resolutions of the current international issues.
17. Which one of the following ideas might Dr. Bain agree with
A．Critical thinking is key to studying history well.
B．Schools should enhance the status of history curriculum.
C．Ignorance of history is not as terrible as expected in schools.
D．Geography proves more meaningful and practical than history.
18. What does the underlined sentence “So should there be now.” mean
A．The historical sense can help us differentiate the news.
B．People are dissatisfied with graduates’ ability to calculate.
C．We should make history curriculum more logical and critical.
D．We should pay the same attention to history as to other subjects.
七选五（一）
Confidence is infectious. Someone who speaks with total certainty is more likely to inspire than someone who is hesitant. ___19___ It found that more confident letters were associated with more successful commercial co-operations.
Confidence — even overconfidence — can also lead to higher status. In a 2012 study, MBA students were asked to take an online survey. The questionnaire asked them if they knew certain names, events and works of art. ___20___ At the end of the term, classmates rated the overly confident students — those who had picked the most fictional entries — as the most influential.
___21___ One study found that overconfident bosses were more likely to buy other companies. These purchases were also more likely to fail. Another paper looked at the link between CEOs’ confidence and their earning forecasts. Researchers found that bosses with too much self-belief were slower to adjust their forecasts when they were wrong. ___22___
This leads to two broad suggestions for managers to reflect on. First, overconfident people need clear rules. A newspaper found that puffed-up bosses at high-tech firms had a better record of making breakthrough innovations if they were watched by powerful and expert boards. Second, self-doubters need encouragement to fulfil their potential. ___23___ Studies showed that when people were reminded of their own power, they performed better in interviews and presentations. Confidence can be natural. It can also be stimulated.
A．They didn’t know that some of the choices were made up.
B．A study analysed the language used in letters from investors.
C．Simply put, overconfident bosses stayed wrong for a longer time.
D．Overconfident people tend to be promoted to leadership positions.
E．As much as confidence brings rewards, however, it also brings danger.
F．Therefore, experts suggest creating a more relaxing work environment.
G．This support can come from managers, advisors, or even from themselves.
七选五（二）
At the age of 35, Professor Setiya found himself at a crossroads. He had everything he thought he wanted: a distinguished position as an MIT professor, a loving family, and financial security. ___24___ As he looked at the life he had carefully constructed, the long, predictable road ahead stretched out before him like a straight line — a never-ending series of achievements leading ultimately to retirement, decline, and death. This prospect left him feeling anxious and unfulfilled.
___25___ He stopped running, and instead immersed himself in things that have no end point or completion: aimless walks, open conversations with friends, self-knowledge for interest (not achievements), and raising his children not as a “project to produce a successful human”, but as an enjoyable process. ___26___
Setiya’s story is a vivid example of how stepping away from unending pursuits can lift one out of a low point. When you are dealing with tough times, especially at midlife and against a backdrop of world instability, there emerges a powerful opportunity for deep positive change. ___27___ It can help people during this period to live in the moment and appreciate what’s happening right now, rather than getting caught up in worries about the future or past.
The journey leads to a process called individuation. ___28___ Instead, life begins adding a qualitative dimension to the quantitative one. You start to find new sources of strength and renewal in unexplored places, and your past experiences become the foundation upon which you build your next steps, allowing you to grow and rise again in the second half of life.
A．He found a way out.
B．He set much clearer goals.
C．Trying harder only makes matters worse.
D．Yet he couldn’t shake off an empty feeling.
E．Achieving more no longer holds the answer.
F．The combination of all that brought him relief.
G．By being more present, you can feel more grounded and satisfied.
二、完形填空
I had mixed experiences with public speaking when I was young. Most were good, but some were ___29___. Once, while reading a poem aloud in front of the class, I felt ___30___, and the moment stayed with me for years.
After graduation, I became a policy advisor and was in constant ___31___ with various clients. The job gave me opportunities to speak, and over time I grew into a ___32___ speaker in my thirties. But my career path later changed. I spent a decade working part-time and, ___33___, I no longer used my speaking skills as often as before. When I returned to a senior full-time role, the confidence I once had had ___34___.
Panic hit me out of nowhere. In one meeting, with all eyes on me, my voice became ___35___, and I could barely get my ___36___ across. On another occasion, I ___37___ in front of the senior management team, sweating heavily. After that, I realized I had to take ___38___.
I joined a speaking club, practiced constantly, and found I spoke best when fully ___39___ and familiar with my topic. Techniques like careful pacing and intentional eye contact also proved ___40___ in helping me stay calm. Gradually, I learned to ease my ___41___ and carry on until my genuine confidence ___42___.
This experience taught me that fear of public speaking can be overcome with practice and support. Years later, I founded Fear-less Public Speaking to ___43___ others to move from fear to confidence.
29. A．confusing B．surprising C．rewarding D．embarrassing
30. A．tongue-tied B．light-hearted C．absent-minded D．warm-hearted
31. A．conflict B．agreement C．contact D．negotiation
32. A．popular B．confident C．serious D．polite
33. A．at any rate B．in particular C．as a result D．for example
34. A．increased B．returned C．built D．disappeared
35. A．soft B．shaky C．cold D．steady
36. A．point B．concern C．spirit D．feeling
37. A．smiled B．bowed C．froze D．apologized
38. A．action B．chances C．charge D．risks
39. A．confused B．informed C．convinced D．prepared
40. A．strange B．useful C．special D．uncertain
41. A．regret B．anger C．panic D．boredom
42. A．came back B．held up C．wore off D．broke down
43. A．persuade B．force C．guide D．remind
三、语法填空
Powerful drumbeats filled the theatre as performers firmly ___44___ (strike) large drums in perfect rhythm. This was the opening scene of Drum Music in Dongcang, a traditional drum performance I experienced in Xi’an this summer, and it ___45___ (immediate) caught my attention.
Originating from the drum music of the Tang Dynasty court, the performance told a ___46___ (remark) story of how this ancient art has survived across centuries. The show kicked off as the history ___47___ (introduce) by Mr. Zhao, a 70-year-old drum master. His disciples (徒弟) then stepped onto the stage, delivering forceful performances with dance and erhu music. The steady rhythm of the drums, ___48___ (combine) with carefully designed movements, created a strong sense of history and discipline.
As the performance unfolded, the audience learned that the decline of the Tang Dynasty forced court musicians to leave the palace. They carried the drum music ___49___ them and brought it into ordinary communities. ___50___ had once belonged to the court became something people could hear, learn, and pass on. Over generations, the tradition took root in Xi’an. The message was clear and touching: music is meant ___51___ (share).
Toward the end, when the performers revealed how many years they had spent practising, the audience was deeply moved and responded with enthusiastic ___52___ (applaud). Watching Drum Music in Dongcang was ___53___ unique experience that left a lasting impression on me.
四、单词拼写
54. If you are a business person n_________ with a large enterprise about a deal, you should do it face to face, using formal language on a straightforward manner.
55. －I feel e_________ at being the centre of attention.
－You are just too shy. Have more confidence in yourself.
56. A smile shows you are attentive to the issues being discussed, while looking away with your arms f________ can indicate disinterest and create distrust or friction.
57. She came to him s________ excited, curious and nervous.
58. There are countries that make i________ to keep their native language pure in order to defend their identity.
59. It’s not clear p________ how the car accident came about.
60. During the construction, cutting the channel proved to be a much more challenging task than a________.
61. Research has shown that having a p________ for junk food can result in obesity.
62. I want to serve as a volunteer of this international tennis competition because I’m really p________ about tennis.
五、书面表达（读后续写）
As Ella managed to get through the fan zone area, she thought about Tom Masterton. He had the seat next to hers and each week, before and after the match, there was always time for a casual chat. Now, after long, drawn-out weeks without their beloved football, she was eager to share her new college life and catch up on Tom’s recent news.
His family didn’t share his love of the beautiful game, so he seemed happy to chat with Ella. He was proud of his children and grandkids, though, and lived in hope that, one day, Theo, his youngest grandson, might understand and come along.
At the entrance Ella opened her backpack for a security check. Two bars of chocolate sat on top ready for their big moment when, or if, it arrived. It had become sort of a rule that the two would eat a square each after every home goal.
Ella made her way to her seat, put down her backpack. and looked at the empty space beside her. Usually her old friend would be ready and waiting, holding up his ancient mechanical watch as a joke when she arrived. It wasn’t like him to be late, which made her uneasy.
Just then, a young man edged past her and sat straight down in Tom’s seat. She side-eyed him, failing to find any sign to identify him as a home supporter. And he seemed quite uninterested that their team had just scored. He even stole a quick glance at Ella as if they had known each other.
Suddenly, a voice came from the ground announcer asking all supporters to stand and pay tribute (致敬) to a home supporter who had recently passed away. Ella froze in her seat — the tribute took place in the 76th minute and Tom was aged seventy-six. The club rose as one, clapping solidly for 60 seconds to show their appreciation for a long-time fellow supporter.
Ella noticed tears were rolling down the young man’s cheeks.____________________________________________________________________
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Ella broke off a square of chocolate as usual and handed it to Theo.____________________________________________________________________
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参考答案
一、阅读理解
1.C 2.B 3.C 4.A 5.B 6.A 7.D 8.C 9.D 10.B 11.A 12.C 13.B 14.D 15.B 16.C 17.B 18.C
七选五
19.B 20.A 21.E 22.C 23.G 24.D 25.A 26.F 27.G 28.E
二、完形填空
29.D 30.A 31.C 32.B 33.C 34.D 35.B 36.A 37.C 38.A 39.D 40.B 41.C 42.A 43.C
三、语法填空
44.struck 45.immediately 46.remarkable 47.was introduced bined
49.with 50.What 51.to be shared 52.applause 53.a
四、单词拼写
54.negotiating 55.embarrassed 56.folded 57.simply 58.attempts
59.precisely 60.anticipated 61.preference 62.passionate
五、书面表达（读后续写 参考范文）
Ella noticed tears were rolling down the young man’s cheeks. She instantly realized he must be Tom’s grandson Theo. She gently patted his shoulder and told him she was a close friend of his grandpa. Theo nodded and said he had heard a lot about her from Tom. He came here to experience the joy his grandpa loved so much. They chatted softly while watching the game, sharing warm stories about Tom.
Ella broke off a square of chocolate as usual and handed it to Theo. Theo took it with a big smile. He finally understood why his grandpa was so fond of coming to the stadium. The match, the chocolate and the friendship brought endless happiness to Tom. Before the game ended, Theo promised Ella that he would keep coming to watch matches, carrying on his grandpa’s love for football.

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