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2025-2026学年高二下学期第二次月考英语试题
一、阅读理解
A
2026 High School Writing Contests
The 2026 writing contests for high school students cover themes such as academic pursuits, creative composition and prevalent social issues. They provide diverse platforms for students to demonstrate their literary proficiency.
Fourth Circuit Essay Contest
Features: Administered by the United States Court of Appeals. Exclusively accessible to high school students in five states including Maryland and Virginia. Judges evaluate students’ comprehension of constitutional principles and the clarity of their prose.
Key Time: Submit your essay by February 1, 2026. Winners will be announced in March 31.
Rules & Awards: Students in grades 9-12 can participate. The top three recipients will be awarded $2000, $1500 and $1000.
Purdue University Creative Writing Contest
Features: Hosted by Purdue University’s English Department. It’s open to Indiana high school students and focuses on varieties of creative writing.
Key Time: Send your work prior to March 21, 2026. The award event is on April 24.
Rules & Awards: Categories include personal stories, poems and short stories. Each category’s top three win $100, $75 and $50.
Jessamyn West High School Creative Writing Contest
Features: Sponsored by Napa Valley College’s English Department. It only takes original, unpublished works from Napa County high school students, covering short stories, poems and creative true writing.
Key Time: Submit by April 18, 2026. The award ceremony is on May 7.
Rules & Awards: Judges are college English teachers. Each category’s first prize is $100, second is $50.
Cornell University High School Essay Contest
Features: Held by Cornell University. The theme is “How can public policy help young people join democratic decisions”.
Key Time: Submit your essay before May 6, 2025.
Rules & Awards: New York high school students may engage in team projects. The top three teams will be announced in May 30, with prize $ 200, $ 150 and $ 100.
1. Which part is included in each contest’s introduction
A．Contest purpose.
B．Host information.
C．Participant age limit.
D．Theme explanation.
2. What do the contests held by Purdue University and Jessamyn West have in common
A．Their judges are college English teachers.
B．They focus on academic research essays.
C．They have a submission deadline in April.
D．They accept students from specific school.
3. How is Cornell University High School Essay Contest different from others
A．It is organized in groups.
B．It focuses on academic degree.
C．It has three categories of works.
D．It is open to all teenagers in New York.
B
We’ve all heard the stories of an actor’s struggles before a career breakthrough: living a hard life, working part time, being a couch potato before getting that major role. Shelby, the star of “A Dog’s Way Home,” has a hard-luck story that could top them all. Before her big break, she was living in a landfill(垃圾填埋场), looking through rubbish for her next meal.
Shelby’s big break came in April 2017, when animal-control officer Megan Buhler was driving in Cheatham County, Tennessee. Out on an unrelated call, Buhler found what she recalled was an obviously scared puppy appearing from the landfill. “I just said, ‘Oh, come here, baby,’ ” said Buhler. “She was so scared, but she came right up to me, and I was able to put her in my truck.” The pair headed to the county animal shelter, where the staff began calling the new resident Baby Girl.
Buhler and others didn’t know that 3,200 kilometers away, Hollywood was looking for a dog to play Bella in a film written by Cathryn Michon. The find-a-Bella job went to Teresa Ann Miller. Her job was to search shelters nationwide for a dog that could play Bella. One day, Miller found Baby Girl’s adoption photo. “Honestly, it was a really good picture, and she was flat-out smiling,” Miller said. Then she met Baby Girl, and tested her on personality and the ability to respond to simple commands. After the test, she adopted Baby Girl from the shelter, renamed her Shelby and took her to California for training. Miller and Shelby trained for just over three months before filming began. Then they were together each day on the set.
Most of the film’s reviews have praised Shelby’s performance. Variety made the comments “an amazing dog, perfect performance!”
Shelby has come a long way from the landfill. But Buhler said she saw Shelby recently and needed only a second to compare the movie star with the dog she found from piles of trash. “She’s exactly the same,” Buhler said.
4. Where did Buhler get the puppy
A．In a landfill.
B．In an animal shelter.
C．In a training house.
D．In a film studio.
5. What finally helped Baby Girl get the big role in the film
A．Her adoption picture.
B．Her flat-out smiling.
C．Her personality and ability.
D．Her terrible experiences.
6. What does Buhler probably mean by saying “She’s exactly the same” in the last paragraph
A．Shelby returned to where she was found.
B．It cost a lot to change Shelby’s fate.
C．Shelby’s inner qualities hasn’t changed.
D．She was really excited to see the dog again.
7. What is probably the best title of this passage
A．The Success of “A Dog’s Way Home”.
B．From a Landfill Puppy to a Movie Star.
C．The Trainer and Her Star Dog.
D．Shelby’s Hard-luck and miserable Story.
C
Sleeping in on weekends to make up for lost sleep during the week may offer mental health benefits for teenagers and young adults, according to new research from the University of Oregon. The study found that people aged 16 to 24 who caught up on sleep over the weekend were significantly less likely to report symptoms of depression. Compared with those who did not recover sleep on weekends, this group showed a 41 percent lower risk of depressive symptoms.
The researchers analyzed data from 16- to 24-year-olds who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2021-2023. Participants reported their typical bedtimes and wake-up times on weekdays and weekends. Using this information, the researchers calculated weekend catch up sleep by comparing the average amount of sleep per weekend day with the average amount per weekday. Participants also reported their emotional well-being and were classified as having symptoms of depression if they said they felt sad or depressed every day.
Biological sleep rhythms, known as circadian (生理节奏的) rhythms, naturally change during adolescence. These shifts make it harder for teens to fall asleep early, even when they are tired. “Instead of being a morning lark (云雀) , you’re going to become more of a night owl, ” explained Melynda Casement, a licensed psychologist. “And sleep beginning keeps progressively delaying in adolescence until age 18 to 20. After that, you start becoming more morning larkish again.”
For many teenagers, the natural sleep window falls around 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. This schedule often conflicts with early school start times. Because of this mismatch, many sleep experts and health care providers support efforts to delay school start times as a public health measure.
“It’s normal for teens to be night owls, so let them catch up on sleep on weekends if they can’t get enough sleep during the week because that’s likely to be somewhat protective,” Casement said.
8. What can we know about the impact of weekend sleep from paragraph 1
A．It benefits future profession.
B．It increases social interaction.
C．It contributes to mental health.
D．It enhances academic performance.
9. How did the researchers obtain their study data
A．Through self-report from subjects.
B．Through tracking participants’ sleep.
C．By analyzing symptoms of depression.
D．By calculating the average amount of sleep.
10. What is implied about early school start times for teenagers
A．They match biological needs.
B．They ignore teens’ sleep rhythms shift.
C．They are destroying teenagers’ dreams.
D．They go against educational regulations.
11. What can be a suitable title for the text
A．Depression Symptoms Rise in Young Adults
B．Circadian Rhythm Shifts in Adolescent Years
C．School Timetables Conflict with Teen Sleep
D．Weekend Sleep May Lower Teen Depression
D
We humans love to stare into our smart devices. We gaze for hours — about 10 hours and 39 minutes a day — at our computers, smartphones, tablets and televisions. Is all this staring bad for us It might be mainly because as we stare at our devices we are exposing ourselves to blue light.
Blue light is a type of electromagnetic (电磁的) radiation with a very short wavelength that produces a high amount of energy. While it’s true that light can damage our eyes under certain circumstances, there’s no scientific evidence suggesting that blue light is harmful to our eyes. But many people still think it is, which is why blue-light-blocking glasses are so popular. So do the glasses work
“Everyone is very concerned that blue light may be causing damage to the eye, but there’s no evidence that it may be causing serious damage,” Dr. Rahul Khurana, clinical spokesman for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, told Business Insider.
Blue light exposure is nothing new. In fact, the sun is the largest source of blue light. Moreover, blue light is also present in LED light. But if blue light isn’t harmful, then why are we constantly rubbing our eyes when we’re looking at our screens The answer is eyestrain (眼疲劳): More than 60 percent of people experience eye problems associated with digital eyestrain. And blue light, it seems, isn’t the cause. Instead, our eyes are so strained because most of us blink less when we stare at our digital devices. So if eyestrain is the issue, blue-light-blocking glasses are probably of little use.
12. What do we know about blue light
A．It consumes a great deal of energy.
B．It may come from electronic devices.
C．It has the shortest wavelength.
D．It is a kind of nuclear radiation.
13. What causes the popularity of blue-light-blocking glasses
A．Scientific understanding of blue light.
B．Widespread use of smart devices.
C．Belief in blue light’s harmful effect.
D．Evidence of their benefits to eyes.
14. What can be inferred from Paragraph 4
A．Rubbing eyes makes people strained.
B．Blue light may connect with tired eyes.
C．Eye problems are not easy to deal with.
D．Blue light exposure is hardly avoidable.
15. According to the text wearing blue-light-blocking glasses may be
A．harmful
B．beneficial
C．tiring
D．useless
七选五
Just like the United States, Britain is divided into different areas. Britain is one of the most diverse nations in Europe with over 250 different languages being spoken in London alone. With such a various culture, adapting to it can be a challenge for anyone. ____16____
Forget the stereotypes (老套). Many of the long formed stereotypes simply have nothing to do with Britain today. Don’t think that everyone enjoys drinking tea or beer. Abandoning some old ideas of people and culture will allow you to be more open-minded and easily get into the culture.
____17____ Britain is made up of different regions that have their different traditions and languages. Understanding different cultures will help you avoid making mistakes.
Get used to small spaces. The US is a huge country where we are used to bigger cars, houses and spaces. Like all European nations, Britain does not have the luxury of space. Houses, apartments and cars are all smaller than you are used to. ____18____
____19____ Always apologize for knocking into someone, even if it was their fault. Respect people’s personal space and always wait in line. Bill Brysons’ book Notes from a Small Island is filled with many useful tips.
Accept the jokes. ____20____ Kidding, teasing, or “taking the mick” are all ways to describe making fun of someone but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Playing tricks on someone is a common way to show affection. As Britons usually put it, “You never make fun of someone you don’t like”.
A．Be polite.
B．Make friends with them.
C．Don’t play jokes on others.
D．Understand the differences.
E．Following these steps should be of great help to you.
F．One of the most confusing aspects of British culture is humour.
G．Therefore, trying to become familiar with smaller areas is very necessary.
二、完形填空
Joann Moschalla has been biking the steep streets of San Francisco for decades. For her, while cycling up the hills and through the fierce winds was certainly ____21____, the real threat was other cars. Years ago, Moschella ____22____ that danger. When Moschella was biking to a subway station, a car ____23____ the bike way and hit her bike. She fell off the bike and her face ____24____ the pavement, leaving a cut above one eye.
____25____, Moschella didn’t lose consciousness (意识). Her ____26____ fell off during the crash, and she started to find them. Just then, a young man, wearing a furry lavender bunny (兔子) suit and riding an electric unicycle, ____27____ her and said, “Are you OK Can I help you ” Stunned (打昏) by the ____28____, Moschella thought to herself, “Wow, when you ____29____ in San Francisco, you’re greeted by a spirit animal.”
After realizing she was alive and the man in the bunny suit was in fact ____30____, Moschalla asked if he could help find her glasses. When he found they were in the roadside and was trying to ____31____ them, a truck ran them over and they ____32____ into a dozen pieces. He then offered to ____33____ her as she limped (瘸着走)to the station.
“The young man in the bunny suit coming to my ____34____ affirmed everything I love about San Francisco: the kindness, the community spirit and the ____35____ to dress however you like,” Moschella said.
21. A．awkward B．appropriate C．relieving D．challenging
22. A．ignored B．encountered C．protested D．recognized
23. A．cut into B．took up C．gave up D．kept off
24. A．reflected B．hid C．struck D．tapped
25. A．Obviously B．Oddly C．Initially D．Luckily
26. A．glasses B．arms C．rabbit D．bicycle
27. A．stretched B．quitted C．approached D．resisted
28. A．ambition B．impact C．intention D．regret
29. A．survive B．arrive C．settle D．die
30. A．real B．local C．classic D．artistic
31. A．gain B．wrap C．grab D．process
32. A．developed B．ran C．crashed D．exploded
33. A．criticize B．support C．astonish D．interrupt
34. A．rescue B．mind C．defense D．feet
35. A．honor B．reward C．freedom D．hope
三、语法填空
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。
The Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is one of the most ____36____ (meaning) traditional holidays in China. ____37____ (celebrate) in early April, it is a time for remembering ancestors, honoring heritage, and embracing the arrival of spring.
____38____ core custom of Qingming Festival is tomb sweeping. On this day, people return to their hometowns to visit the graves of their ancestors. They clean the tombs, remove weeds, offer food, fruits, and flowers, burn incense, and bow to show respect and remembrance. This tradition ____39____ (reflect) the Chinese value of filial piety (孝) and the deep connection between generations.
Besides tomb sweeping, there are also joyful spring activities. Kite flying is one ____40____ (especial) enjoyed by children during Qingming. Kites of all shapes and colors fill the sky, symbolizing ____41____ (free) and good fortune. In some regions, people attach strings of little lanterns to kites, releasing them into the night, which ____42____ (believe) to bring blessings or carry away disease and bad luck. Another tradition is spring outings. As the weather turns warm and everything revives, families or friends go hiking, enjoy the blooming flowers and green scenery, ____43____ is a way to welcome the new life of spring.
The Qingming Festival is not only a day ____44____ (honor) the past but also a time to cherish the present and embrace the beauty of nature. It carries the Chinese people’s feelings of respect ____45____ ancestors and their love for life.
四、书信写作
46. 假定你是李华。为增强学生对中国传统文化的了解，你校将举办“传统文化体验日”（Traditional Culture Experience Day）活动。请你代表学生会给校英文网站写一则英文通知，内容包括：
1. 活动时间和地点；
2. 活动内容；
3. 活动意义。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为100个左右，可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
Notice
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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。
Tanya Eby is a psychological counselor (心理咨询师) at school. She’d just finished talking with Sophie, a sixth grader who was feeling left out after a quarrel with her friends. As Sophie packed up her stuff and left, Eby sat back in her chair. She had known that there were likely many things students were struggling with. Eby thought even if she didn’t understand the reason for their pain or maybe it seemed not a big deal — like friendship crisis —there were sometimes deeper things happening that she didn’t understand. “Just simply being seen and being listened to was enough for them sometimes,” she thought to herself.
Something about that conversation stuck with her. Sophie’s story was different, but that feeling — Eby knew it. It took her right back to her own sixth-grade year, when her world fell apart too.
When Eby was in sixth grade, her friends made a decision that shocked and broke her heart. The girls that she hung out with for lunch and played with told her that she was no longer cool enough to hang out with them because she was late for one of their important gatherings. They would be ignoring her, and she was no longer part of the group. Eby’s world was falling apart.
However, the loss of her friends was only part of the story. And the rest of the story was that a few months prior to this happening, Eby’s older sister — her anchor (精神支柱) in life — needed to attend school in another city. So she woke up one morning and her older sister was gone. So, when the girls at school decided they weren’t going to be friends with her anymore, it was just the latest example of the people she cared about leaving without warning.
A few days later, she broke down in tears while in class when thinking of what had happened in those days.
注意：
(1) 续写词数应为150个左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
It was at that moment that her teacher, Mrs Welch, stepped in. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Mrs Welch’s small act of caring had influenced the choice of the college major later in Eby’s life. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
参考答案
一、阅读理解
1.B 2.C 3.A
4.A 5.C 6.C 7.B
8.C 9.A 10.B 11.D
12.B 13.C 14.D 15.D
16.E 17.D 18.G 19.A 20.F
二、完形填空
21.D 22.B 23.A 24.C 25.D
26.A 27.C 28.B 29.B 30.A
31.C 32.D 33.B 34.A 35.C
三、语法填空
36.meaningful 37.Celebrated 38.The 39.reflects 40.especially
41.freedom 42.are believed 43.which 44.to honor 45.for
四、书信写作范文
Notice
To enrich students’ knowledge of traditional Chinese culture, our school will hold a Traditional Culture Experience Day in the school hall next Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Various activities will be held, including paper-cutting, calligraphy writing and Chinese knot making. Professional teachers will give live guidance. You can also taste traditional snacks and watch a tea art performance.
This activity offers us a great chance to experience the charm of traditional culture and pass it down. All students are welcome to take part.
Student Union
五、读后续写范文
It was at that moment that her teacher, Mrs Welch, stepped in. Noticing Eby crying bitterly at her desk, Mrs Welch gently led her to the quiet office. She didn’t rush to ask about the cause of sadness, but just sat beside Eby and patted her back softly, letting her pour out all her loneliness and pain. Eby told Mrs Welch about being deserted by friends and missing her sister terribly. Mrs Welch listened patiently all the time, then told her it was normal to feel upset and that her feelings were totally valued. She comforted Eby sincerely and told her she could come to talk whenever she felt lonely.
Mrs Welch’s small act of caring had influenced the choice of the college major later in Eby’s life. Deeply moved by Mrs Welch’s kindness, Eby made up her mind to learn psychology in college, hoping to comfort students trapped in emotional troubles just as Mrs Welch comforted her. After years of study, she became a school psychological counselor. She always devotes herself to listening carefully to every upset student, letting them feel they are understood and valued, passing on the warmth Mrs Welch once gave her.

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