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2025~2026学年度第二学期第二次阶段检测高二英语试题
一、阅读理解
A
As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to find an inviting book to read. Many exciting new books are now available. Here are four books that are worth considering for your reading list.
All That We See or Seem by Ken Liu
Ken Liu, an award-winning author in the science fiction genre, presents a new page-turner. The story follows a mysterious hacker (黑客) named Julia Z, who has left her past life behind. However, she is pulled back into action when a new threat appears. This novel thoughtfully explores modern anxieties about artificial intelligence and the complex relationship between our dreams and reality.
Shadow Ticket by Thomas Pynchon
This is the first new novel in over ten years from Thomas Pynchon, a famous American author. The story takes place during the Great Depression of the 1930s. It follows private detective Hicks McTaggert on a case that starts as routine but quickly becomes much more complex and unusual.
Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times by Tracy K. Smith
Written by a former U. S. Poet Laureate, this book aims to make poetry less scary. Tracy K. Smith argues that poetry is for everyone and is a deeply human form of expression. She guides readers on how to approach both reading and writing poetry, demystifying the process and encouraging people to enjoy it without fear.
Vagabond: A Memoir by Tim Curry
Actor Tim Curry, famous for his iconic roles in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and It, publishes a book about his life. This personal story marks the 50th anniversary (周年) of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Fans are excited to know that Curry himself reads the recorded edition of the book.
21. Who wrote the book that explores the relationship between dreams and reality
A．Ken Liu.
B．Thomas Pynchon.
C．Tim Curry.
D．Tracy K. Smith.
22. What do we know about the case in Shadow Ticket
A．It involves a hacker named Julia Z.
B．It develops from ordinary to complex.
C．It takes place before the Great Depression.
D．It makes the author famous across America.
23. What is the feature of the recorded edition of Vagabond: A Memoir
A．It helps readers learn to write poetry.
B．It tells stories of a mysterious policeman.
C．It is read by the book’s author Tim Curry.
D．It is published to mark a poet’s anniversary.
B
When I was young, my father inspired my love for astronomy and space exploration by taking me outside at night to observe the stars. Together, we learned to identify constellations (星座), and I felt drawn to the power of the universe. Now, as a master’s student in Stanford’s Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, I am pursuing that early wonder.
I chose Stanford because it combines cutting-edge technology with real-world impact. Here, engineering is purposeful — aimed at creating change beyond oneself. To me, space offers a platform for large-scale positive impact. I want to use it not only to advance technology, but to help ordinary people and address major challenges. Examples include using satellites to monitor climate and detect wildfires, or applying microgravity environments to develop new medicines and materials.
In my program, I take and assist in courses covering all aspects of the space environment — from guidance systems to spacecraft design. Beyond the classroom, I explore space entrepreneurship as a member of the Threshold Venture Fellow program, which gives students a front-row seat to startup creation. I am passionate about innovation and hope to see more women taking the lead in this field.
Aerospace has long been taken over by men, with women facing many one-sided views. Since high school, I have worked to change this through a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) outreach program, teaching scientific concepts to young girls in schools that lack sufficient resources. My father once showed me historical figures like Hypatia, the ancient astronomer and mathematician, proving that women have long been pioneers in science.
What I value greatly about Stanford is its interdisciplinary (跨学科) culture. As an engineer, I can take classes in law or ethics, which help me consider space innovation from multiple perspectives. Debating was a favorite hobby of mine growing up, and that skill is particularly useful in a field full of uncharted questions.
Since my bike broke early in the term, I’ve been walking everywhere. The campus is beautiful, and walking allows me time to think, plan, and relax. It is a peaceful routine in a busy life — and a gentle reminder to keep moving forward, step by step.
24. What does the author aim to illustrate by mentioning the examples in paragraph 2
A．Stanford’s leadership in space technology.
B．The difficulty of solving global challenges.
C．The main courses of her major at Stanford.
D．The real-world value of space-related work.
25. What does the Threshold Venture Fellow program offer
A．Hands-on experience in startup creation.
B．Guidance on spacecraft design.
C．Chances to assist in college courses.
D．Courses in environmental art.
26. What can we infer about the author
A．She dislikes interdisciplinary courses.
B．She wants to empower women in STEM.
C．She walks to avoid bike traffic on campus.
D．She once worked as a historical astronomer.
27. What is the text mainly about
A．Ways to study law or ethics at Stanford.
B．The beauty of Stanford’s campus scenery.
C．A student’s love for space and her efforts.
D．The role of women in space-related fields.
C
A small, quiet Caribbean island has been transformed into a successful breeding (繁殖) ground for the critically endangered Lesser Antillean iguana (鬣蜥). Once absent from Prickly Pear East, the species now multiplies there, with scientists celebrating the rising population.
The Lesser Antillean iguana faced extinction across most of its native range. A major threat comes from the introduced green iguana, which competes for food, is more aggressive (进攻性), and interbreeds with the native species, diluting its genetics. Nearly a decade ago, the native iguanas had disappeared from Prickly Pear East.
Determined to save the species, conservationists from the Anguilla National Trust launched a rescue mission. In 2015, they carefully captured the few remaining native iguanas on the main island of Anguilla. After genetic testing confirmed they were purebred, the first ten were transported by boat to Prickly Pear East. With no dogs, cats, traffic, or green iguanas, the small island offered a safe home.
The relocation of the iguanas achieved remarkable results. The iguanas adapted and began breeding. The population on the small island has now grown to approximately 300, making it one of five key global sites for the species’ recovery. It is estimated that fewer than 20,000 of these iguanas survive worldwide.
To further ensure the health of the new population, scientists sought to increase its genetic diversity. They collaborated with authorities in Dominica, which is home to the region’s largest remaining population of Lesser Antillean iguanas. After health checks, additional iguanas were carefully flown from Dominica to Anguilla and then released on Prickly Pear East.
The iguanas, which are bright green when they are young and turn dark gray or black as adults, now breed freely across the island. While Prickly Pear East remains unoccupied by people and welcomes visiting boaters, the endangered iguanas are under strict protection and will never be hunted locally.
This project shows how a species can be brought back from the edge of extinction. It proves that when endangered animals are kept safe from non-native species and harmful human activities, they can rebound and grow well.
28. What does the underlined word “diluting” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A．Improving the quality of.
B．Protecting the diversity of.
C．Weakening the uniqueness of.
D．Strengthening the stability of.
29. Why were the first ten iguanas sent to Prickly Pear East
A．To test their genetic purity.
B．To provide them a protected habitat.
C．To study their breeding habits.
D．To capture green iguanas there.
30. Which word best describes the project carried out by the Anguilla National Trust
A．Successful.
B．Risky.
C．Time-consuming.
D．Disappointing.
31. Where is the text most probably taken from
A．A Caribbean travel brochure.
B．A recipe book of local food.
C．A magazine on wildlife biology.
D．A textbook of Anguilla history.
D
As we age, it becomes common to experience stiffness (僵硬) or discomfort during simple daily movements. However, if such problems occur frequently, it may indicate the need to focus on mobility exercises. According to sports medicine specialists, maintaining good mobility is essential for long-term health and can help reduce the risk of various diseases, including heart conditions and depression.
Mobility is often confused with flexibility, but the two are distinct concepts. Flexibility refers to how far a muscle can stretch, while mobility combines strength with the ability to move freely through a full range of motion. It involves the coordinated function of muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments. Without adequate mobility, everyday tasks such as reaching overhead, bending down, or lifting objects can become challenging.
From around the age of 30, the body naturally begins to lose collagen (胶原蛋白), leading to weaker muscular support and increased stress on joints. Even active individuals may overlook certain muscle groups, such as those supporting the shoulders and spine. Two early signs may suggest the need for mobility training: first, general joint stiffness or aching without significant exertion; second, sharp pain or swelling after occasional physical activity, such as playing sports.
Experts warn against extreme self-tests popular on social media, which can easily cause injury without proper guidance. Instead, simple assessments like standing up from a chair without using hands or balancing on one foot can indicate current mobility levels. To maintain or improve mobility, regular low-impact exercises are recommended.
Walking daily is an accessible starting point, especially for those who are less active. Integrating short mobility sessions into existing routines—such as hip lifts, knee pulls, or spinal twists—can gradually enhance movement capacity. Exercises like Tai Chi and yoga are also beneficial as follow-up practices, as they promote strength, balance, and joint mobility.
For those seeking a structured workout plan, body-weight exercises like chair squats or wall push-ups can be done at home. As these become easier, resistance bands may be added to build further strength. Consistency is key; improvements in mobility may take several weeks to become noticeable, but regular, intentional practice leads to lasting and meaningful results.
In summary, focusing on mobility through safe, regular exercises helps preserve functional independence and supports overall well-being throughout aging.
32. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A．Tasks challenging for inactive people.
B．Diseases caused by poor joint function.
C．How to improve muscle stretching ability.
D．Differences between mobility and flexibility.
33. Which is a simple mobility assessment
A．Balancing on one foot.
B．Lifting heavy objects.
C．Trying extreme social media tests.
D．Using hands to stand up from a chair.
34. What is a recommended starting exercise for less active people
A．Practicing Tai Chi regularly.
B．Walking daily.
C．Using resistance bands at home.
D．Doing wall push-ups frequently.
35. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A．To warn against extreme self-tests.
B．To compare mobility and flexibility.
C．To introduce high-impact exercise types.
D．To stress the importance of mobility in aging.
二、七选五
As parents, we love our children and invest years into educating them until they become grown-ups. The challenge comes in the change to viewing them as adults and treating them accordingly. ____36____ Here are some tips.
Understand the landscape.
____37____ Even as we struggle to find our new role, our children are taking their roles. They hesitate about what they want. Sometimes it feels as though they desire all of the freedom with none of the responsibility! Yet with each small choice they make—even messy ones—they’re slowly learning to tie freedom and responsibility together.
Encourage responsibility.
As children enter adulthood, we should give up the directive role, no longer telling them what to do. ____38____ We want to step up as consultants who have their best interests in mind, while still allowing them to be in charge.
____39____
Failing to let young adults make their own decisions effectively keeps them from growing into adults. When our children are under our roofs, we can expect them to obey the rules of the household, but on their own, they are free to establish the rules. Letting young people make their own choices, even if they fail, is how they truly grow up. Mistakes teach responsibility better than constant protection.
Persist (坚持) with love.
That’s not to say it won’t sometimes be painfully tough to step out of the driver’s seat and be relegated (降级) to an advisory role. We are so invested in protecting our children that it breaks our hearts to see them struggle. Our protective instincts (本能) are tough to turn off. ____40____
A．Trust ourselves.
B．Allow for failure.
C．How do you treat an adult
D．The change is not a clear one.
E．Why should we start to make some changes
F．But love means giving them space to learn to grow.
G．Instead, we help them see the options for their own decisions.
三、完形填空
In Westmoreland, Tennessee, a potentially dangerous situation turned into a heartwarming success, all thanks to teamwork and modern technology.
On Monday at around 10:30 am, local police received a(n) ____41____ call: a 70-year-old local woman, who suffers from dementia (痴呆症), had gotten ____42____ in a thick wooded area near the intersection of Bledsoe Street and Harrison Lane, Officers ____43____ to the scene and started an immediate search. They were fully aware that every ____44____ counted — given her condition, she might not be ____45____ to seek help or find her way back on her own in the unfamiliar, rough woods. To speed up the operation, they asked for ____46____ from the Sumner County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office.
The EMA team ____47____ on site at 11:26 am. Immediately, they ____48____ two drones to scan the vast woodland, while police officers ____49____ their ground search. Just 10 minutes later, one of the drones ____50____ the missing woman. ____51____ by the signal from the drone, officers reached the elderly woman without delay. As a precautionary measure, she was ____52____ to receive medical care by the Sumner County Emergency Medical Services. ____53____, the medical check showed she was fine.
The Sumner County EMA Director noted that this ____54____ the 18th person located by their drone program since its launch, proving how ____55____ this technology is for finding lost people in a short time.
41. A．boring B．exciting C．rude D．urgent
42. A．ready B．lost C．ill D．tired
43. A．hurried B．referred C．belonged D．contributed
44. A．dollar B．vote C．moment D．thought
45. A．able B．determined C．ashamed D．afraid
46. A．respect B．forgiveness C．patience D．support
47. A．objected B．disappeared C．arrived D．panicked
48. A．put away B．looked for C．showed off D．sent out
49. A．ignored B．continued C．canceled D．forgot
50. A．spotted B．attacked C．scared D．examined
51. A．Confused B．Guided C．Shocked D．Annoyed
52. A．transported B．forced C．pushed D．locked
53. A．Similarly B．Suddenly C．Luckily D．Recently
54. A．needed B．changed C．awarded D．marked
55. A．complex B．useful C．adaptable D．affordable
四、语法填空
Bill Cunningham was an ordinary-looking man and one of the most important American photographers of the last 50 years. He always used simple, ____56____ (relative) cheap cameras and took all his ____57____ (picture) on the streets of New York. He liked ____58____ (photograph) ordinary people as much as VIPs and found inspiration where others could not, in simple, everyday scenes. These scenes were real and it was within their ____59____ (real) that Cunningham could see beauty and potential.
In addition, Cunningham was devoted to photography. He would even stay outside in a storm, not coming back until he knew he had the right photos. This devotion and hard work is ____60____ we see reflected within his photos. Although he was world-famous, Cunningham lived a simple life and never accepted the benefits ____61____ (offer) to him. He thought “Money is the cheapest thing,” ____62____ “Freedom is the most expensive.”
At the age of 87 he ____63____ (pass) away and had been working right up until his last illness. His hard work made him more than ____64____ fashion photographer. He was an ____65____ (observe), and not one of the observed, a worker not a star — and this was how he wanted it.
五、书信写作
假定你是李华，得知学校英语文学社团(English Literary Club)正在招募新成员。请你给社团负责人Martin写一封申请信请求加入。内容包括：
1．你加入社团的意愿；
2．你的相关优势；
3．请求批准。
注意：1．写作词数应为80个左右；2．按格式作答。
Dear Martin,
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Yours,
Li Hua
六、读后续写
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。续写词数150左右。
My family had just moved to Maple Street. On our first day, my parents told my brother Leo and me to always be polite and honest to our neighbors. Next door lived Mr. Jenkins, a retired man who mostly kept to himself. His garden was the neatest on the street, filled with colorful flowers, especially roses that he took very good care of. In the middle, on a small stone seat, sat a fine white ceramic (陶瓷的) bird. It looked old and was placed with great care.
Last Saturday, while playing soccer with Leo in our backyard, I kicked the ball too hard. It flew over the wooden fence. We heard a sharp crack. Looking through the gaps, we saw the ball next to the stone seat. The white ceramic bird was in pieces. Leo cried, “Oh no! Mr. Jenkins!” Everyone knew Mr. Jenkins was a serious man who valued his quiet space. Just last month, a boy’s toy had landed in his yard, and Mr. Jenkins had returned it with a firm “Please be more careful,” but no smile. Fear rushed through me. “Quick! Inside!” I whispered, pulling Leo away before we were seen.
For two days, I avoided the backyard, feeling guilty each time I glanced toward Mr. Jenkins’s house. But yesterday evening, while taking out the trash, I saw him. He was on his knees by the seat, slowly gathering the broken pieces into a small box. He held one piece, a wing, for a long time before placing it inside. His shoulders drooped (下垂), and he looked more sad than angry. My heart sank as I realized how much that little bird must have meant to him.
That night, guilt kept me awake. ________________________________________________________________________
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With my savings in hand, I entered the gift shop, determined to make things right. ________________________________________________________________________
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参考答案
阅读理解
21.A 22.B 23.C 24.D 25.A 26.B 27.C 28.C 29.B 30.A 31.C 32.D 33.A 34.B 35.D
七选五
36.C 37.D 38.G 39.B 40.F
完形填空
41.D 42.B 43.A 44.C 45.A 46.D 47.C 48.D 49.B 50.A 51.B 52.A 53.C 54.D 55.B
语法填空
56.relatively 57.pictures 58.photographing/to photograph 59.reality 60.what
61.offered 62.while 63.passed 64.a 65.observer
书信写作（参考范文）
Dear Martin,
I’m writing to apply to join the English Literary Club. I have great interest in English literature and read many famous works in my spare time. Besides, I am good at English and willing to communicate and share ideas with others.
I really hope to learn more and make progress in the club. I would appreciate it if you could approve my application.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写（参考范文）
That night, guilt kept me awake. I couldn’t stop thinking about the sad look on Mr. Jenkins’ face. I knew I had made a mistake and running away was wrong. I decided to buy a new ceramic bird to make up for my fault. The next morning, I took out all my pocket money and headed for the nearby gift shop.
With my savings in hand, I entered the gift shop, determined to make things right. Luckily, I found a similar ceramic bird soon. I went straight to Mr. Jenkins’ house and apologized sincerely. Hearing my explanation, Mr. Jenkins smiled and forgave me. He said honesty was the most precious thing. I felt relieved and promised to be more careful later.

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