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高二下学期 5 月测试英语试题
第二部分 阅读理解
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As the temperature drops, it’s not just about warm sweaters and hot chocolate. Cold weather can actually have a big impact on your health. Let’s learn something so as to stay safe and healthy this season!
Why Is Cold Winter A Challenge
Winter brings more than just colds. Icy sidewalks can lead to slips and falls. Cold air may also harm your lungs and heart, raising the risk of chest infections especially for the elders.
Fighting Off Winter Illnesses
Most common winter illnesses can be handled at home. However, flu can be more serious than you think. A flu vaccine is a simple way to protect you. And don’t forget the power of hand washing! Cleaning up with water, adding soap if possible, on a regular basis is one of the most convenient ways to stop virus like the flu from spreading. Keep your house warm and your bedroom window closed especially on cold winter nights as breathing cold air can be bad for your health.
Layer Up: A Good Way To Keep Warm
Staying warm is your secret weapon this season! When heading outside, wear several light layers instead of one heavy jacket. The trapped air between layers keeps you much warmer. You can try the 3-Layer Rule:
Note: Don’t forget the hat, scarf and gloves—40 % of body heat escapes from your head and neck.
Stay Active: Don’t Let The Cold Make You A Couch Potato!
Staying active is crucial for both physical and mental health. If you’re stuck indoors, get up and stretch your body at least once in an hour. Break up your time spent being inactive by walking around your home or standing up from your chair when you are on phone. Any movement helps boost your mood and keep your body strong.
With these easy tips, you can enjoy the winter while staying happy and healthy. Check out further advice on how to stay well this winter on our websites. Stay warm, stay active, and take care!
Note: Don’t forget the hat, scarf and gloves—40 % of body heat escapes from your head and neck.
21. What is the easiest way to fight against winter illnesses
A. Closing the house’s windows.
B. Staying away from flu.
C. Having a special vaccine.
D. Washing hands regularly.
22. How does the outer layer help stay warm
A. It keeps cold wind and rain out.
B. It traps air to provide warmth.
C. It absorbs sweat from the skin.
D. It prevents heat loss from the neck
23. Which activity is recommended to keep you active in winter
A. Break up your time schedule.
B. Stay indoors and rest to avoid the cold.
C. Get up and loosen up after sitting for long.
D. Keep standing when on phone.
B
When my husband Paul persuaded me to adopt a dog, I was full of doubts. At 65, I thought we should be planning trips, not picking up dog hair. I never believed I could love a dog, especially not the dirty one with a torn ear from the shelter. I agreed only for Paul’s sake.
Casey burst into our lives like a storm. Our morning walks became a daily struggle. His powerful nose guided him, pulling me toward every piece of forgotten pizza or chicken nugget on the ground. The sight of a squirrel turned him into a crazy creature, leaping and howling, while I tried desperately to hold him back. I felt exhausted and defeated, often hearing the ironic question, “Who’s walking who ”
Hope arrived with Laurie, a young dog trainer. She explained that Casey was a hound — born to hunt. Laurie taught us not to yell in panic, but to use a firm, confident voice to break his focus. I practiced shouting, “Casey!” with authority, something that had always been hard for me. When he listened, he would get a treat and a “Good boy”. It was a new language we were learning together.
Slowly, the chaos began to abate. We started walking together not as enemies, but as a team. I learned his habits, and he began to respond to my voice. The constant pulling turned into a gentle rhythm except for an occasional excited one, the clinking (叮当声) of his tags keeping pace with my steps. My frustration softened into understanding, and then, into love.
The greatest gift, however, was peace. I had always been a restless sleeper. One sleepless night, I found Casey sound asleep on the couch, breathing deeply and calmly. I lay my head on his warm chest, and for the first time, felt my worries melt away with his steady breath.
This unexpected companion, once a source of anxiety, had quietly taught me how to find rest and acceptance. He was no longer just Paul’s dog; he had become the heart of our home.
24. How did the author initially feel about walking the dog
A. Scared.
B. Suspicious.
C. Frustrated.
D. Indifferent.
25. Why did Casey behave badly during walks at the beginning
A. He wasn’t familiar with the routes well.
B. He couldn’t resist his nature to explore.
C. He couldn’t concentrate without a trainer.
D. He didn’t like the author’s initial approach.
26. What does the underlined word “abate” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Stop.
B. Emerge.
C. Unfold.
D. Fade.
27. What was the greatest gift the author received from Casey
A. A cure for restlessness.
B. A close friendship.
C. A sense of achievement.
D. A positive attitude.
C
The bald eagle is a symbol of the US. An image of the bird is on the flag and seal (印章) of the US president, the seal of the US Supreme Court, military insignia, as well as the dollar bill. Even so, the bird has had its ups and downs. At one time, it was at risk of permanent (永久的) extinction. Later, however, its numbers recovered. In the early 2000s, the bird was removed from its endangered species list. Culturally, too, the birds are doing well again. In December 2024 before leaving office, Joe Biden signed legislation (法规) officially making it the national bird.
An insect-killing chemical called DDT played a major part in the long complex story of species weakness and recovery. Used to kill insects, DDT also proved harmful to eagle eggs. American officials banned DDT in 1972.But the use of the chemical had already caused severe damage to eagle populations. For example, in the 1980s there was only one nesting pair of eagles in New Jersey. Now, there are about 300 pairs.
To rebuild the number of eagles across the US, researchers wanting to save them imported the birds from places where their population numbers were secure, including Canada. Early on, they also removed eggs from their nests so they could safely hatch (孵化) with scientists before being returned to their parents to raise.
A lack of eagle habitat and prey (猎物) also threatens the species. Bald eagles feed heavily on fish, so they require clean, open water in which to hunt. Disease outbreaks are another serious threat to the birds.
The birds are highly respected by several Native American cultures as symbols of strength, especially in the Pacific Northwest. The position of eagles as symbols of the US adds to their protection.
Dan Day is a birder. He has seen bald eagles about 50 times in recent years both on nature walks and while driving around. He said, “It really elevates (提升) your day to see a bald eagle.”
28. What is Paragraph 3 mainly focused on
A. Specific measures to protect bald eagles.
B. Hatching techniques of bald eagles.
C. Protecting bald eagles through cooperation.
D. Early protection and growth of bald eagles.
29. Which is the threat bald eagles are currently facing in the US
A. The widespread use of DDT.
B. Illegal hunting by Native American.
C. Lack of prey and outbreak of diseases.
D. Severe environmental pollution in habitats.
30. What does the author convey in the last paragraph
A. Observing bald eagles is stressful.
B. The protection of bald eagles has shown results.
C. More people are paying attention to bald eagles.
D. Encountering a bald eagle is unexpected.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. The Bald Eagle Is a Much More Respectable Bird
B. The Past and Future of Bald Eagles in America
C. The Complex Process of Successfully Rescuing Eagles
D. Bald Eagles:Recovered,Officially US National Bird
D
Does the silencing of our soundscapes (声音美景) matter to us The short answer is yes. There is growing evidence about the health benefits of spending time in nature, including reducing risks of heart disease, diabetes and anxiety. Yet while the general benefits of being outside in nature may seem natural, the contributions of natural sounds to this are less understood.
So as part of our research, we explored the experience of 186 wine-tour participants across three vineyards (葡萄园) with varying soundscapes. We also increased some vineyard soundscapes with hidden speakers, which played the songs of five additional bird species. This was designed to see how participants’ engagement with nature would be affected by increasing the diversity of birds and songs, as well as the overall volume (音量).
The results were fascinating. Paul Harrison, the manager at Saffron Grange, summarized: “What was surprising was the significant impact that birdsong has on people.” Visitors who experienced louder and more complex sounds reported that they had enjoyed the sounds more. They also felt more connected to nature and more satisfied with their tour. With richer soundscapes, they felt more mindful and positive during the tours, reporting that they felt freer from work, routine and responsibility.
We enjoy nature’s benefits subconsciously, which means, as Harrison pointed out, that it’s easy to take them for granted: “We all benefit from the soundscape of the vineyard daily and maybe when it is so frequent we don’t fully realize how that positively impacts well-being compared to other work settings.”
Our study is a clear demonstration of the direct effect that birdsong has on our well-being. It shows that bird conservation could increase our experience of spending time in nature and bring positive emotions. The world we experience today is unlike what our grandparents experienced. We are increasingly disconnected from nature, and nature’s benefits on our well-being are lessening as a result.
Our study presents a strong argument for protecting natural soundscapes. We showed that even an hour’s exposure to diverse and loud birdsong can lead to feelings of optimism and relaxation. So, we hope businesses and people will be inspired to invest in conservation and promote nature engagement in creative settings.
32. What’s the result of the research
A. The louder sounds the participants heard, the more stressed they felt.
B. The richer sounds the participants heard, the less pleasant the tour was.
C. The louder sounds the participants heard, the more enjoyable the tour was.
D. The more complex sounds the participants heard, the less connected they felt with nature.
33. Why did the author list many benefits of natural soundscapes
A. To silence natural soundscapes.
B. To display natural soundscapes.
C. To overlook natural soundscapes.
D. To highlight natural soundscapes.
34. What does the author hope the study will achieve
A. More awareness of vineyard tourism among the public.
B. Standardization of soundscape measurement techniques.
C. An increase in the number of bird species in urban areas.
D. Greater investment in bird conservation and natural soundscapes.
35. What’s the text mainly about
A. Why we should protect wildlife.
B. How we can benefit from society.
C. Why birdsong matters more than we think.
D. How we promote nature engagement in creative settings.
第二节 七选五
I used to love my nonstick pans, marveling at the ease of cleanup, until I learned that the plastic lining may release toxins (毒素) when heated. Thus began my campaign to rid my life of plastics. ____36____ But I still had no clear idea what kinds of plastic were truly dangerous. I wanted to know my enemy.
To be fair, plastics are amazing. Light, waterproof and stretchy, plastics have made modern life safer and cheaper. ____37____ Eighteen minutes after waking up, I admitted defeat. I couldn’t turn on the light. Nor could I brush my teeth. No underwear or socks — if something stretches, it’s thanks to plastic.
____38____ Even the human body itself is part plastic. Curious to know how plastic I am, I got tested. The results showed 2.06 nanograms of PFAS in every milliliter of my blood — an “intermediate” level associated with a potential risk of adverse health effects.
I then consulted Tracey Woodruff of UC San Francisco. People should just do what they can, she said. In the kitchen, opt for glass containers. Elsewhere in the home, replace microfiber towels with cotton ones. Another point Woodruff made stuck in my head. ____39____
So I turned my attention to my kids. Sheets and blankets matter because we breathe so close to the fibers for so many hours. ____40____ What worried me was my children growing up in a world where all the objects around them seem bound to hurt them. Throwing the pans out seemed, for now, like the least I could do. And the most I could do, too.
A．I threw out obvious offenders.
B．We depend heavily on plastics.
C．I wanted to make life safer for my children.
D．I replaced my sons’ with natural alternatives.
E．Children are among those most at risk from plastics.
F．One day, I decided to see how long I could go without using plastic.
G．Plastic is not just everywhere in our homes, but everywhere, period.
第三部分 语言知识运用
第一节 完形填空
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入下划线空白处的最佳选项。
People may misunderstand what they used to be familiar with.
One day a ____41____ professor was invited to our school, teaching us ____42____ management principles in a school hall. As she ____43____ a glass of water, we expected she’d ask the ____44____ “glass half-empty or glass half-full” question. ____45____, the professor asked, “How heavy is this glass of water I’m holding ”
Excitedly, all of us ____46____ out answers ranging from eight ounces to a couple of pounds.
“In my view,” she replied, “the absolute ____47____ of this glass doesn’t matter. It all depends on how long I hold it. For a minute or two, it’s fairly light. For an hour straight, my arm might ____48____ a little. For a day straight, my arm will likely feel completely paralyzed, ____49____ me to drop the glass to the floor. In each case, the glass doesn’t change, ____50____ the longer I hold it, the heavier it feels to me.”
Seeing our favorable expression, she continued, “Your stresses and worries in life are very much like this glass of water. Think about them for a while and ____51____ happens. Think about them a bit longer and you begin to ache a little. Think about them all day long, and you’ll feel paralyzed — ____52____ of doing anything else ____53____ you drop them.”
It’s important to remember to ____54____ your stresses and worries. No matter what happens during the day, as early in the evening as you can, put all your burdens down. Don’t carry them through the night and into the next day with you. If you still feel the weight of yesterday’s stress, it’s a strong sign that it’s time to put the ____55____ down.
41. A．chemistry B．physics C．psychology D．biology
42. A．health B．class C．time D．stress
43. A．drank B．raised C．drew D．fetched
44. A．typical B．meaningful C．simple D．ordinary
45. A．However B．Moreover C．Therefore D．Instead
46. A．pointed B．spoke C．shouted D．figured
47. A．volume B．weight C．content D．size
48. A．ache B．weaken C．shake D．injure
49. A．inviting B．pushing C．forcing D．inspiring
50. A．so B．or C．and D．but
51. A．nothing B．something C．anything D．everything
52. A．unconfident B．incapable C．unaware D．unconscious
53. A．until B．though C．unless D．after
54. A．turn down B．get over C．hold back D．let go of
55. A．feelings B．regret C．glass D．emotions
第二节 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。
In the majority of southeastern Asian countries such as Vietnam and Thailand, rice is the ____56____ (widespread) grain. China is the first country ____57____ (grow) rice. Chinese people have devoted themselves to ____58____ (boost) this essential crop for centuries.
To feed the large population, Chinese people work together to make sure that rice is grown well. For instance, in order to tackle the crisis of water ____59____ (short), our government calls on citizens to reduce water consumption. They also carry out artificial rainfalls in which a special device is sent into the sky and explodes like a bomb. Then the ____60____ (chemical) inside help generate rain from clouds. As for our scientists, they research on characteristics of various rice grains to develop some excellent ones, some of ____61____ may have high output, be rich in nutrition and minerals, or even be grown in salty soil.
With people’s efforts ____62____ (expand) to more aspects, lots of difficulties in farming have been overcome and some visions have been turned ____63____ reality. We ____64____ (convince) that rice can be extended to more countries in the world. In closing, ____65____ we can grow rice in deserts is no longer an assumption, but there is still a long way for us to go.
第四部分 写作
第一节 祝贺信
66. 假定你是李华，交换生Terry在你校成语闯关比赛(Idiom Challenge Competition)中荣获二等奖，请你给他写一封祝贺信。内容包括：
1.向他表示祝贺；
2.肯定他的付出。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Terry,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写
67. 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。
Celebrating Christmas brings a lot of sweet memories. Since we are approaching Christmas, I think I’d share one.
For as long as I can remember, my family was financially struggling. The year I turned 9 was rough — probably the worst. In the days before Christmas, although my parents tried to hide how stressed they were, I heard Mom crying at night in the other room when she thought we were sleeping. I also noticed Dad was getting more gray hairs than before. At some point, from half-sentences I overheard and the heavy atmosphere around the house, I figured it out: We didn’t have money, and Christmas was going to be terrible. I felt really bad for my younger sister and brother. I’d figured out two years earlier that gifts weren’t brought by angels, but they didn’t know that yet, and I wanted them to hold onto that magic a little longer.
I tried to convince myself it was fine, but I couldn’t. At the same time, I felt selfish and guilty (内疚的) for wanting to cry every time someone mentioned Christmas gifts. So I wasn’t looking forward to the winter break at all.
At school, I could barely hide my low spirits. I used to be a lively kid who loved answering questions in class, but those days, I sat quietly in my seat, staring out the window, too lost in worry to focus on lessons. When the class talked about Christmas plans or the gifts they hoped for, I would bow my head. I even skipped the class Christmas craft activity, saying I wasn’t feeling well, because I couldn’t afford the small materials needed. My teacher, Miss Smith, who was always attentive, noticed all these little changes.
On the last day of school, she told me to stay after class until everyone was gone, saying she needed to talk to me. Obviously, I panicked, thinking I’d done something wrong.
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。
But instead of a lecture, she gave me a box with my name on it.
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Knowing her white lie, I took the gift box home with tears in my eyes.
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参考答案
阅读理解
21.D 22.A 23.C
24.C 25.B 26.D 27.A
28.A 29.C 30.B 31.D
32.C 33.D 34.D 35.C
七选五
36.A 37.F 38.G 39.E 40.D
完形填空
41.C 42.D 43.B 44.A 45.D
46.C 47.B 48.A 49.C 50.D
51.A 52.B 53.C 54.D 55.C
语法填空
56.most widespread shtur grow 58.boosting 59.shortage 60.chemicals
61.which 62.expanding 63.into 64.are convinced 65.whether
祝贺信范文
Dear Terry,
I’m writing to offer my sincere congratulations on your winning the second prize in the Idiom Challenge Competition.
It’s no surprise to me. I’ve seen you spare lots of spare time to memorize idioms and ask teachers for advice. Your continuous efforts finally paid off.
Your progress inspires all of us. Wish you greater achievements in learning Chinese.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
读后续写范文
But instead of a lecture, she gave me a box with my name on it. She told me a kind white lie that an angel had left the present for me, knowing my family was going through a hard time. Inside the box were warm sweaters, candies and several small gifts suitable for my sister and brother. She also handed me some cash, saying it was extra Christmas allowance from the angel. I stood there speechless, moved to tears by her thoughtfulness.
Knowing her white lie, I took the gift box home with tears in my eyes. I shared all the candies and small presents with my younger sister and brother, who were overjoyed and believed the angel had visited us. My parents were touched deeply when I told them about Miss Smith’s kindness. That Christmas was warm and unforgettable. From then on, I resolved to pass on such kindness to others whenever I could.

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