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2025-2026学年高二下学期期末模拟训练英语试题
一、阅读理解
第一节 阅读单选
Passage 1
Four New English Learning Apps You Should Try in 2025
In today’s globalized world, English is increasingly important. Here are four new and promising English learning apps.
Speakly focuses on improving spoken English through real-life conversations. It uses AI to simulate (模拟) everyday situations and provides instant feedback on pronunciation, helping you correct mistakes and build confidence. Its user-friendly interface and engaging content of all levels suit all learners.
FluentU uses real-world videos like music videos, movie trailers, news, and talks as language learning lessons. It includes interactive subtitles, flashcards, and quizzes to enhance learning. With all levels and topics, it’s great for improving listening and speaking skills.
EngVid is a free online platform offering English video lessons taught by native-speaking teachers. Lessons with all levels cover grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. People can watch at their own pace with transcripts and interact with other learners in the community.
Memrise combines science-based techniques with fun content to help you learn and remember new words and phrases. It features courses for all levels and covers vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. Its spaced-repetition system helps you keep what you’ve learned in mind.
These apps offer different features and focus on various aspects of English learning. Try them out to see which one works best for you. Happy learning!
1. Which app uses scientific and interesting learning method
A．Speakly. B．FluentU. C．EngVid. D．Memrise.
2. What do the four apps have in common
A．They focus on speaking. B．They offer interactive quizzes.
C．They use video lessons. D．They provide lessons for all levels.
3. Where is this article most likely from
A．A textbook. B．A report. C．A magazine. D．A document.
Passage 2
Yang Li, a native Miao woman passionate about embroidery, owns a folk culture products shop that sells Miao embroidery, batik cloth, and silver jewelry. At first, the small shop struggled as there were many similar products on the market. Yang realized the need for a unique brand to stand out from the competition. During a hike in Fanjing Mountain in July 2011, Yang accidentally cut her hand on a thorny leaf. This gave her an idea; “There are leaf-vein bookmarks and leaf-vein paintings. Why has nobody created leaf-vein embroidery yet ”
Obviously, the reason behind this is that embroidering on leaves requires delicate skills that few possess. Yang Li collected thousands of leaves from Fanjing Mountain and processed them by steaming, boiling, and tanning them to expose their veins. While the leaves become soft, they are also extremely fragile. The biggest challenge was improving the flexibility of the leaves. After consulting local expert Shen Min, she learned that soaking them in acidic water could make them tough enough for embroidery.
Through continuous learning and practice, she succeeded in creating her first piece of leaf-vein embroidery, which perfectly combines traditional embroidery patterns with the natural textures of the leaves. By adding traditional designs from the Miao, Tujia, and Dong ethnic groups, she produced art that exhibits a unique aesthetic appeal of traditional embroidery with contemporary craftsmanship. Yang notes that typically, only those with decades of embroidery experience can independently complete the entire leaf-embroidery process, which is fewer than 20 people in Tongren from 2011 to now.
Two years later, Yang opened an embroidery processing factory and offered jobs to more than 500 laid-off female workers, rural women, and people with disabilities. “Guizhou is a province with a large number of ethnic groups and has a long history of ethnic embroidery skills,” she says. “I will keep doing the leaf-vein embroidery for the rest of my life because it is meaningful.”
4. What inspired Yang Li to create leaf-vein embroidery
A．Her love for Miao embroidery. B．The discovery of a special leaf.
C．An accidental injury to her hand. D．A decrease in her shop’s earnings.
5. What is the biggest challenge for Yang Li
A．Softening the leaves. B．Exposing veins of leaves.
C．Collecting suitable leaves. D．Making leaves more flexible.
6. What do we know about Yang Li’s leaf-vein embroidery
A．It is costly to complete a single piece.
B．It is well-received by international consumers.
C．It is demanding for cooperation between craftsmen.
D．It is a unique combination of artistic elements.
7. Which of the following words can best describe Yang Li
A．Creative and dedicated. B．Ambitious and cautious.
C．Passionate and humorous. D．Optimistic and considerate.
Passage 3
The potato: Mash it, bake it, fry it… No matter how you deal with it, the potato is the very example of all that is ordinary. And yet it has long harbored a mystery. Scientists find that certain genes suggested that potatoes were more closely related to tomatoes, while other genes gave the impression that potatoes and Etuberosum (茄科植物) had the closer relationship. Which one was it
A new study in Cell offers the answer. Researchers led by botanist Sandy Knapp discovered that the potato genes originated in the Americas where an ancient hybridizing event between the ancestors of tomatoes and Etuberosum occurred around 9 million years ago. This is when the Andes Mountains were forming. This rare hybridization created a new plant with a unique ability that neither of its parent plants has: forming underground tubers (the part we eat) . “They’re a way for a plant to store starch (淀粉) ,” Knapp says, “and, in a way, survive seasons which are not good for growing.”
Understanding the potato’s origins, specifically the key genes inherited (遗传) from each parent group that control tuber formation, opens new possibilities. “We can use the tomato or Etuberosum to perhaps do some genetic engineering to improve the potato,” Knapp says. One such improvement would enable farmers to grow potatoes resistant to pests, a changing climate, and other environmental challenges. Simply put, “The tomato can be the future of the potato,” says Zhiyang Zhang, a plant genetics Ph. D. student and a lead researcher on the study.
The origin of potatoes offers much food for thought. You had two things and something completely different emerged. Through hybridization, you can generate many new combinations in a short time. And you can generate more species to adapt to changeable environments. “Hybridization is a real force in evolution that allows for the release of variation,” Knapp explains. “Of course, not all hybridizing events have produced results as wildly successful as the potato. But we’re quite lucky in this case that this one worked.”
8. What remained uncertain about potatoes at first
A．Their genetic origin. B．Their plain look.
C．Their various relatives. D．Their serving methods.
9. What can underground tubers function as
A．The plant holder. B．A new parent plant.
C．A nutrition provider. D．The season indicator.
10. What can be inferred from paragraph 3
A．Potatoes would be in greater need. B．The farming approach goes greener.
C．The genetic engineering is improving. D．Potatoes would become more adaptable.
11. What does Knapp think of hybridization
A．Its success relies on luck. B．Its operation is easy to learn.
C．It helps create diverse species. D．It is worth applying worldwide.
Passage 4
A recent study reveals that the ability to see things from others’ perspectives (观点) may augment creativity. Researchers from the University of Vienna conducted experiments with young Chinese adults to examine how different types of empathy (同理心) relate to creative thinking and achievement.
The study measured two kinds of empathy: cognitive empathy (understanding others’ points of view) and emotional empathy (sharing others’ feelings). Participants completed questionnaires about their empathic tendencies and reported their creative activities over the past year, such as writing, inventing, or artistic pursuits. Researchers also analyzed long-term data from China’s Gene-Brain-Behavior Project to track creative development.
Results showed that people with stronger cognitive empathy engaged in more creative activities and achieved greater success in fields like visual arts, science, and writing. Interestingly, emotional empathy didn’t show the same connection to creativity. The benefits of perspective-taking appeared strongest in areas requiring innovative thinking rather than technical skills like music performance.
Further analysis suggested that understanding different viewpoints might stimulate creativity by exposing individuals to diverse ways of thinking. However, the emotional aspect of empathy didn’t contribute similarly, possibly because it requires mental energy that could otherwise be used for creative work. The findings highlight how developing our ability to see through others’ eyes might be an effective way to boost creative potential, especially in fields that value novel approaches and solutions.
Whatever the case, the findings suggest that increasing your ability to take someone’s perspectives might be a good thing for your creativity. Fortunately, empathy can be cultivated through deliberate effort. One effective method is to engage with books or watch TV or films and mentally place yourself in the characters’ shoes, thereby building your perspective-taking muscles. You can also build empathy by interacting with people who are different from you in some way, while being curious about their inner life and deeply listening to their perspectives.
12. What does the underlined word “augment” in paragraph 1 mean
A．Put off. B．Call for. C．Hold back. D．Add to.
13. Why is cognitive empathy linked to greater creative achievement
A．It shares others’ emotional experiences.
B．It introduces different thought processes.
C．It offers mental energy among innovators.
D．It helps individuals master technical skills.
14. How can people develop empathy
A．By role-imagining. B．By exposing inner world.
C．By working out. D．By comparing backgrounds.
15. Which can be the best title for the text
A．The Science of Creativity: How It Unlocks Empathy
B．The Mental Process of Seeing Through Others’ Eyes
C．Understanding Others: the Key to Your Next Big Idea
D．Seeing Differently Rarely Meaning Thinking Differently
第二节 七选五
Wondering what you can do to celebrate Earth Day on April 22 You’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered a comprehensive list of Earth Day activities, both fun and environmentally-conscious, to help raise awareness and make a difference. If you’re ready to learn more about joining the global celebration, initiating real change, and doing your part to save our planet, read on!
·Walk or ride your bike.
16. ________ Plus, it’s a great way to involve physical activity into your daily routine, benefiting both your physical and mental well-being. Even one day can make a difference, but if you can commit to walking or biking more often in the future, that’s even better!
·Use a refillable water bottle.
Consider going with a stainless-steel refillable bottle for a super long-lasting option. 17. ________ Using a refillable water bottle, meanwhile, protects the planet, saves you money, and protects your health.
·Plant a tree.
Pick a tree species that’s native to where you live. If you’re unsure, ask an employee at your local nursery or garden department. Choose the best planting spot to meet the tree’s needs, dig a properly sized hole, and water the tree well to give it a good start. 18. ________ Try donating to a reputable environmental non-profit that will plant trees on your behalf instead.
·Visit a local farmer’s market.
Eating locally grown food is much better for the environment. For example, locally-grown food doesn’t have to be transported long distances to end up on grocery store shelves. 19. ________
· 20. ________
See if your community is holding an environmental fair. If your community doesn’t have one planned, consider starting one yourself! It’s the perfect day to get together for a fun and educational celebration of the Earth. Any money raised can go towards a local environmental restoration project or group.
A．Attend a local Earth Day event.
B．Educate your community on environmental awareness.
C．Going car-free for the day will reduce harmful carbon emissions.
D．That means your money won’t be wasted on unnecessary spending.
E．If physically doing this is unrealistic for you, there are other choices!
F．Normally, plastic water bottles end up in garbage cans after a single use.
G．You’ll also be giving back to your community by supporting local farmers.
二、完形填空（下划线填空）
The Spring Festival is the most important festival for Chinese people. This year, I decided to participate in all the activities organized for 21. ________ students to celebrate the Spring Festival.
The preparation began a month ago. We 22. ________ our rooms with Spring Festival couplets (对联) and New Year pictures. Later we 23. ________ an activity to write Spring Festival couplets. When I saw my teacher bring some special brushes, I became 24. ________ to know what they were called. And we were going to use the brushes to 25. ________ Chinese characters on red paper. Besides, there was another 26. ________ thing called ink. After 27. ________ the tools needed for Spring Festival couplet, we started our 28. ________ journey. The teacher taught us how to hold the writing brushes. I tried to hold it, dip it in the ink, and start writing 29. ________ but the 30. ________ of the brush was too soft and I couldn’t 31. ________ it at all. I was disappointed but I did not give up. I carefully studied the teacher’s 32. ________. After several tries, I wrote a line of Chinese characters. At this time, I found that my sleeves (袖子) were already covered in ink as I was too focused on 33. ________.
Even so I was very happy, because I felt that I had learnt the 34. ________ of writing calligraphy, that is, to hold the pen in the correct way. Then I realized sometimes I have to 35. ________ something in order to understand it.
21. A．major B．foreign C．local D．low-income
22. A．cleaned B．decorated C．painted D．built
23. A．won B．described C．launched D．refused
24. A．curious B．disappointed C．upset D．ashamed
25. A．learn B．see C．draw D．write
26. A．magical B．global C．affordable D．useless
27. A．using B．mixing C．recycling D．understanding
28. A．normal B．easy C．creative D．effective
29. A．carefully B．roughly C．quickly D．loudly
30. A．figure B．material C．ink D．tip
31. A．correct B．make C．accept D．solve
32. A．goal B．method C．reaction D．course
33. A．listening B．reading C．practising D．singing
34. A．difficulty B．form C．meaning D．way
35. A．experience B．avoid C．fight D．struggle
三、语法填空（横线填空）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Shangsi Festival, also known as the Double Third Festival, is 36. ________ ancient Chinese festival celebrated on the third day of the third lunar month, which falls on April 11 this year.
As Shangsi Festival happens so close 37. ________ Qingming Festival, many young people today only know about the latter. It is a 38. ________ (tradition) Han festival, as well as an occasion for many of the minority nationalities in China. On this day, people would hold a ceremony 39. ________ (honor) their ancestors (祖先), then bath in the river to prevent disease and bad luck. Following that, young men and women wearing traditional Chinese 40. ________ (costume) would participate in ancient customs of spring outing, enjoy flowers in the fields and date (约会) with their lovers. These scenes 41. ________ (describe) in the ancient text Shi Jing (The Book of Songs), 42. ________ recorded a total of 305 poems created over a period of 500 years or so.
Since 1983, singing activities 43. ________ (host) annually on this day throughout Guangxi. Bamboo dancing is another activity for the Zhuang people. Teenagers and adults dress in festive costumes while beating drums and 44. ________ (express) their good feeling towards each other. Five-colored sticky rice and 45. ________ (paint) eggs are typical food for the Shangsi Festival. The Zhuang people believe rice and eggs are good for their health.
四、书信写作
46. 假定你是李华，你所在的城市将要举办国际马拉松比赛，目前正在招募赛会志愿者，你对此很感兴趣，请你给赛事主办方写一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1. 写信目的； 2. 你的优势； 3. 期待录用。
注意：1. 词数80左右；2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Sir or Madam,
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
五、读后续写
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。
Mrs. Crouch was a scary teacher. She had a hard, serious face and a disposition (性情) as cold as ice. If a student wasn’t listening, she’d take off her shoe and bash it on the table. Other times, she’d walk around the room and slam a ruler on a child’s desk if they were daydreaming.
We hated her class. My friends Johnny, Katy and I were good kids, but we liked to laugh now and then. That was a bad idea in Mrs. Crouch’s English class. “Is something funny ” Mrs. Crouch would say. “Perhaps you’d like to share with me how funny it is over lunchtime while you catch up on the work you’re already behind in.”
No one ever saw her smile, and there were stories about what her problem was. “Maybe she doesn’t have any friends,” one kid would say. “Maybe her husband left her,” another would say.
We found out sometime later, that Mrs. Crouch, indeed, had a problem. Some years before, her little daughter had a terrible illness and passed away and it seemed Mrs. Crouch had never really been able to get past the pain. But did this give her an excuse to be mean I’m sure Mr. Jones, who taught history, had some problems too, but he was never mean to us.
Anyway, the years passed and we enjoyed all our classes — except Mrs. Crouch’s. Mr. Jones’ history class was particularly fun. But, as our grades became more important, we noticed that our marks for history and some others were not so great, while in English, everyone was getting top grades — even the weaker kids. I asked Ben, who was known to be a terrible student, how he was doing so well in English. “It’s a secret,” he said. Eventually, I found out he was getting help outside of school time. And it was from no other than Mrs. Crouch! She was using her own time to help the kids who needed it! Maybe she wasn’t so bad after all.
One day, Johnny, Katy and I were walking down the corridor (走廊) when a bully called Jack and his mean friends followed closely behind.
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“How dare you!” Mrs. Crouch’s voice cut through the tension.
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参考答案
一、阅读理解
阅读单选（1-15）
1.D 2.D 3.C 4.C 5.D 6.D 7.A 8.A 9.C 10.D 11.C 12.D 13.B 14.A 15.C
七选五（16-20）
16.C 17.F 18.E 19.G 20.A
二、完形填空（21-35）
21.B 22.B 23.C 24.A 25.D 26.A 27.D 28.C 29.A 30.B 31.A 32.B 33.C 34.D 35.A
三、语法填空（36-45）
36.an 37.to 38.traditional shtur honor 40.costumes
41.were described 42.which 43.have been hosted 44.expressing 45.painted
四、书信写作 参考范文
Dear Sir or Madam,
I'm writing to apply to be a volunteer for the international marathon in our city.
I am outgoing and good at communicating with others. Besides, I have a good command of English and know how to offer service to foreign runners. I am also hard-working and ready to devote my spare time.
I really hope I can get this chance. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
五、读后续写 参考范文
One day, Johnny, Katy and I were walking down the corridor (走廊) when a bully called Jack and his mean friends followed closely behind. They blocked our way and began to laugh and tease us rudely. We felt scared and didn’t know what to do. Just as Jack was about to push us, a sharp voice came from not far away.
“How dare you!” Mrs. Crouch’s voice cut through the tension. She walked quickly towards us and stared at Jack and his friends seriously. The bullies were frightened and left in a hurry. Then Mrs. Crouch comforted us gently. At that moment, I saw a soft look on her face. I finally understood that behind her strict appearance lay a kind heart. From then on, I respected her deeply and enjoyed her English classes.

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