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2025-2026学年高二下学期5月期中英语试题
一、阅读理解
Passage 1
Historic German Towns to Visit
Ready to explore more about the German roots In these towns, you’ll find what you’ve been searching for.
Gengenbach
This village has a well-maintained and medieval（中世纪的）town center, leading you into an ancient fairy tale. Surrounded by the Black Forest, it’s also a scenic spot for leisurely forest walks. Don’t miss out on the Lowenberg Palace nearby, which combines history inside the 18th-century home with modern art exhibits.
Freiburg
Regarded as Germany’s greenest city, Freiburg is blanketed with trees and plants and lined with cycling paths. It’s also famous for its 13th-century Gothic church, which sticks high into the sky. You can also visit the nearby Shauinsland Mountain by cable car（缆车）. It gives you a jaw-dropping view of the Rhine Valley and Black Forest.
Bergheim
Bergheim is one of the most unique German towns to visit, thanks to its interesting range of things to do. Not only is it home to Schloss Paffendorf, one of Germany’s most impressive palaces, but also to a kart speedway created by Michael Schumacher—one of the greatest F1 drivers in history. There’s even a nature park that doubles as a bird recovery center, meaning you can take a guided tour with birds.
Gutach
If you enjoy nature and want to really immerse（沉浸）yourself in the Black Forest, Gutach is the best choice. You can take private tours of the forest, along with beer companies. There’s also a “rodelbahn” or a very long slide that lets you coast down a local mountain. But the coolest offer is the Open Air Museum that shows how locals lived in the not-so-distant past.
1. What can visitors do in Gengenbach
A．Explore a modern art museum.
B．Take a wander in the Black Forest.
C．Admire the 18th-century architecture.
D．Visit a famous 13th-century Gothic church.
2. Which town is appealing to a racing enthusiast
A．Gengenbach. B．Freiburg. C．Bergheim. D．Gutach.
3. Why is Gutach a special place to visit
A．It offers historic lifestyle exhibits.
B．It has a high forest coverage rate.
C．It shows the development of the beer business.
D．It combines forest walks with birdwatching activities.
Passage 2
In the fall of 2012, Ken Liu received an offer from a Chinese company, which was seeking an English translator for a sci-fi novel titled The Three-Body Problem. Ken was a natural choice: familiar with both the Chinese and English sci-fi wording and culture. But The Three-Body Problem was unlike anything Ken had ever read. A mind-bending story was full of heady technical passages about physics theory, mixed with profound moral questions and humanity’s place in the universe. So capturing the novel in all its complexity seemed discouraging.
When the English translation of The Three-Body Problem was published, it was described as a groundbreaking work of speculative fiction(推理小说). Liu Cixin, the author of the original work said, “Usually when Chinese literature gets translated into a foreign language, it tends to lose something. But I don’t think that happened to The Three-Body Problem. I think it gained something.”
Ken was born in Lanzhou, Gansu province. He was a bookworm. Books provided him with a refuge when he moved to Calif. and couldn’t speak English at the age of 11. After graduation from Harvard, he was a computer programmer, then a corporate lawyer, and later a sci-fi writer. Throughout his shifting professional journey, Ken wrote fiction continuously. Eventually, one of his works won three big awards.
Ken never set out to be a translator, but a Chinese writer discovered Ken. Chen Qiufan liked reading Ken’s short stories online and kept in touch with Ken. One day, he asked Ken for his opinion on an English translation of one of his stories, which was from a translation company. Ken wasn’t impressed and offered to edit it, but ended up redoing the translation from scratch. Chen was completely moved by Ken’s spirit.
Ken’s approach to translation is unorthodox(非正统的). Strict loyalty to the source material is not his chief goal, nor is producing a smooth, Americanized version. “It’s not a word-by-word recreation,” he said. “It’s about how I show the overall effect.” Rather than ignoring cultural and spoken differences that would be lost on most Western readers, he tries to stress them.
4. Which of the following best describes Ken’s translation task
A．Vital. B．Demanding. C．Urgent. D．Innovative.
5. What life lesson can match Ken’s experience
A．All life is an experiment.
B．Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.
C．Persistence will be eventually rewarded.
D．Unintentional actions bring unexpected surprises.
6. What quality of Ken impressed Chen Qiufan most
A．His enthusiasm for writing.
B．His effort for excellence.
C．His curiosity about editing work.
D．His critical comments on others’ works.
7. What is Ken’s translation style like
A．It follows the book accurately.
B．It highlights cultural differences.
C．It allows for the loss of something.
D．It focuses on the fluency of language.
Passage 3
We hear them daily, whether it’s ‘your eyes are bigger than your stomach’ from your mom or ‘words fail me’ for something amazing. These colorful gems (宝石), idioms with meanings that can’t be inferred from individual words, are important to help “spice up” our daily conversations.
Everyone occasionally struggles to find the right words to express themselves. For example, when a person needs a better way to say that something is expensive, he might hesitate, searching through the empty files of their brain for something, and come up empty-handed. He ends up saying that, “The new car costs too much.” This is fine, but perhaps ‘costs an arm and a leg’ would have been more effective.
One of the idioms I distinctly remember is ‘keep your shirt on’. It happened in the second grade during a group project. When I complained about the moody girl’s lack of cooperation, she got angry. I told her to ‘keep her shirt on’, which she misunderstood and reported to our teacher. She was unaware of the idiom’s meaning, which I found unreasonable. This idiom actually originates from the 19th century, when men’s shirts needed to be taken off before arguing or fighting. “Keep the shirts on” could be used to prevent any further tension.
Another two idioms are also worth mentioning. Imagine you have a deadline for a five-page essay that you haven’t ‘gotten the ball rolling’. You might say you’re ‘in a pickle’, an idiom for a difficult situation with no obvious solution. Now, consider that same issue with the essay. You’ve barely started, and it’s evident you won’t meet the deadline. Rather than worrying, you look for a positive aspect, hoping to find a ‘silver lining’ in this mess. The idiom ‘every cloud has a silver lining’ expresses this feeling.
Idioms are crucial for communication in music, literature, or just in everyday conversations. Beyond this, these figures of speech are vital to understand what others mean if they use them. Educating ourselves about idioms will also allow us to add emphasis on subjects we talk about. In addition to my own experiences, it is high time that we learned about idioms.
8. What do we know about idioms from the first two paragraphs
A．Idioms make conversations more demanding.
B．Idioms are challenging to recall from our minds.
C．Idioms are easy to perceive from separate words.
D．Idioms add flavor and efficiency to communication.
9. What does the author’s story imply in Paragraph 3
A．The girl was unreasonable for reporting.
B．Teachers are supposed to know all the idioms.
C．Idioms can cause confusion in a group project.
D．Understanding idioms prevents misunderstandings.
10. If you want to strengthen optimism in a bad situation, which idiom is appropriate
A．‘in a pickle’ B．‘keep your shirt on’ C．‘every cloud has a silver lining’ D．‘your eyes are bigger than your stomach’
11. What does the author focus on in the last paragraph
A．Appealing for actions.
B．Offering advice.
C．Pushing literal speech.
D．Applying idioms to arts.
Passage 4
To the delight of bookworms, anyone who has ever told you burying your head in a book means you’re being unsociable will have to cat their wards. A new study suggests those who regularly read，especially fiction，are actually nicer and more empathetic(善解人意)people.
The study, carried out by Kingston University London, and presented at the British Psychological Society conference in Brighton, UK, last week, also found that those who just watched television seemed to be less kind and understanding of other people.
For the study, the researchers questioned 123 people on their preferences for books.TV shows, and plays. They were also quizzed about the type of entertainment they preferred from comedy or romance to drama. Then they were tested on their interpersonal skills. The researchers asked them about their behavior towards others, whether they understood and respected others’ points of view, and whether they actively belted other people.
Drawing on these responses sheet, the researchers found some mind-boggling results. They discovered that those who read more showed greater positive social behavior and a better ability to empathize with others, while those who preferred watching TV didn’t show the same ability to empathize and were more likely to show unsociable behavior.
They also found the forms of fiction people preferred were linked to their interpersonal skills and behavior. Those who preferred fiction displayed the most positive social skills. Romance and drama lovers showed the ability to see others’ points of view, while comedy fans were particularly able to relate to others the most.
The researchers concluded that those who read fiction regularly are more well-adapted to see things from other people’s points of view, which makes them better at understanding people. However, they do acknowledge that their study didn’t conclude if the effects are causal-does reading make you nicer and more empathetic, or do more empathetic people tend to read fiction Even so, picking up a book can’t hurt, and might just make the world a nicer place.
12. How did the researchers conduct the research
A．By making questionnaire surveys.
B．By comparing experiment statistics.
C．By observing participants’ behaviors.
D．By referring to previous study reports.
13. What does the underlined word “mind-boggling” mean in paragraph 4
A．Embarrassing. B．Rewarding. C．Amazing. D．Disappointing.
14. What can improve people’s empathetic abilities the most according to the study
A．Reading fiction and comedy.
B．Enjoying romance and drama.
C．Taking part in social activities.
D．Watching plays on social media.
15. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A．All people support the research result.
B．Further study is needed on this subject.
C．The nicer and kinder people like reading.
D．Reading can help people make more friends.
七选五
Studying for exams long hours or repeated exposure to a stressful situation may lead to burnout(过度劳累). Suffering from burnout can result in a reduction in our creativity and productivity. 16 Here are some tips that may help you.
Increase your self-efficacy(自我效能). This means you should believe in your ability to complete a task at hand. It can help you form a feeling that the task is achievable and less tiring. An effective way is to follow a self-efficacy model. 17 He can have a positive effect on you and make you remain optimistic and confident in your abilities.
18 Not everyone has creative aspects to their jobs, and therefore, we need to find other approaches to showing ourselves. We could paint, write or take part in local theater. All of these may help get us out of the extreme stress that may exist in our working life.
Look after yourself and your surroundings. The consequence is that you are surrounded by a cleaner and more positive environment. 19 Have a positive mental attitude towards everything you do, and you'll feel the task is less stressful. You may feel more competent as well.
Schedule regular social activities. Remember when you used to spend time with friends You were active and you had fun when you watched movies and ate meals together. You can regain some of that enjoyable experience by scheduling regular activities. 20
A．Find ways to express our creative sides.
B．Burnout, however, isn't always easy to spot.
C．What can we do to avoid the bad effects of burnout
D．A cycling with your partner every day will do just fine.
E．This in turn makes you have healthy and positive thoughts.
F．Worried that you are experiencing burnout but unsure of the symptoms
G．Simply observe a friend or colleague accomplish something meaningful.
二、完形填空
Smith Justice and his son were coming back from the dentist, when they saw a homeless man in the road. Smith 21 to give the man some money, but didn’t have any cash. His son suggested giving the man the 30 cents he had. But Smith was 22 . He didn’t want to give this man just 30 cents since the man 23 needed all the help he could get. Moreover, his own pride and thoughts of the homeless man’s unknown 24 to receiving just thirty cents was standing 25 .
Smith told his son what people saw as a good thing was not good enough to make a 26 in someone’s life. But his son insisted. Smith 27 the window and said to the man, “I’m sorry, man. I don’t have any 28 on me but my son wants to give you everything he has right now.” The homeless man smiled, “God bless you, little man!” At that moment, the only thing 29 the brightness of the man’s smile was the bigger smile on the little boy’s face.
A chain reaction of kindness 30 behind them that day in Nashville, Tennessee, as other people rolled down their windows to 31 , too. Smith suddenly 32 that he was the only problem in this situation. He said, “My little boy 33 me by his actions that it’s always about the heart. It doesn’t 34 how much you have or how little. 35 love and sincerity will often bless others more than we think. ”
21. A．managed B．promised C．intended D．agreed
22. A．confused B．doubtful C．tense D．hesitant
23. A．normally B．clearly C．secretly D．formally
24. A．reaction B．devotion C．objection D．solution
25. A．out of sight B．out of control C．in the way D．in the charge
26. A．fortune B．difference C．name D．commitment
27. A．rolled down B．reached for C．looked through D．lifted up
28. A．check B．card C．cash D．food
29. A．matching B．replacing C．reflecting D．showing
30. A．changed B．stopped C．remained D．started
31. A．greet B．smile C．chat D．donate
32. A．remembered B．realized C．accepted D．regretted
33. A．reminded B．comforted C．praised D．warned
34. A．help B．work C．mean D．matter
35. A．Returning B．Accepting C．Spreading D．Seeking
三、语法填空
China, the birthplace of tea, 36 (hold) a deep-rooted relationship with this beloved drink since ancient times. Tea has become a part of Chinese culture, appearing in poems and 37 (tradition) customs. For many people, the joy of tea comes not just from its taste 38 from the beauty of tea ceremonies.
In spring, 39 (pick) tea leaves is a cherished activity in South China. Before Qingming in early April, 40 the weather warms up and rain comes more often, the first tea leaves are ready to be harvested. This early tea, called Mingqian tea, is 41 (high) praised for its quality.
Zhejiang Province in East China is 42 major tea-producing area. Famous types include White Tea from Anji County and West Lake Longjing Tea from Hangzhou, both of which 43 (know) in China and abroad. During spring, the hills in these regions are covered with tea workers tending to their plants. Many 44 (tourist) visit these areas to enjoy the beautiful tea farms and taste freshly brewed tea.
Thousands of years ago, Chinese people turned a simple leaf 45 a delicious drink. Over time, tea has continued to play an important role in Chinese culture, enriching lives and preserving traditions.
四、书面表达
46. 校英文网站Growing Stories栏目正在征集题为The Bravest Choice I Have Ever Made的稿件。请你根据以下要点提示写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
(1)讲述经历；(2)你的收获。
注意：写作词数应为80个左右。
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。
Joey sat at the kitchen table, reading the sports page of the morning paper. He heard his grandfather coming down the stairs. When his grandfather came into the kitchen, Joey could see he wasn’t his usual happy self.
“Morning, Grandfather,” he said. His grandfather sat across the table and didn’t pick up the paper to read. Instead, he asked, “Joey, is anything happening in town today ”
“There’s a ball game between Doraville Middle School and my school tonight,” Joey told him. “It’ll be a close race, but I think we’ll win. Would you like to go ”
Joey felt bad for his grandfather. He knew he couldn’t read. His grandfather had told him often, “I didn’t have the chance to go to school regularly. Looking after the animals and tending to the crops on the farm were much more important in those days than learning to read.”
One day, Joey stopped at the library to look through some books. He saw a sign on the library wall. It read: “Do you know somebody who doesn’t read We can help. Just call this number.” Joey hurried home and showed the sign to his grandfather. “Somebody can teach you how to read. It says so right here,” Joey explained. Joey jotted the number down.
Several days later, Grandfather put on his best suit of clothes for his first day of school. He arrived at the library an hour early and met with his teacher. During that first class, he was so worried and nervous that he couldn’t concentrate. He couldn’t remember anything the teacher said. A few weeks later, Grandfather was studying when he looked up at Joey and said, “I’m too old to learn all of this.” He closed the book in frustration. “Oh, Grandfather, don’t get discouraged,” Joey said. Grandfather was stubborn. “I can’t do it,” he said.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.段落开头：
“How about letting me help you ” Joey asked.
Months later, one day his grandfather told Joey that he had something important to share with him.
参考答案
一、阅读理解
1.B 2.C 3.A
4.B 5.D 6.B 7.B
8.D 9.D 10.C 11.A
12.A 13.C 14.A 15.B
七选五：16.C 17.G 18.A 19.E 20.D
二、完形填空
21.C 22.D 23.B 24.A 25.C
26.B 27.A 28.C 29.A 30.D
31.D 32.B 33.A 34.D 35.C
三、语法填空
36. has held
37. traditional
38. but
39. picking
40. when
41. highly
42. a
43. are known
44. tourists
45. into
四、投稿范文
The Bravest Choice I Have Ever Made
Last term, our class needed a speaker for the English speech contest. Afraid of public speaking, all my classmates kept silent. After a struggle, I made up my mind to sign up.
I practiced every day after class, correcting my pronunciation and adjusting my tone. On the contest day, my hands shook at first, but I calmed down and finished the speech smoothly.
Though I only got the third prize, I overcame my fear of speaking in public. This brave choice taught me that courage means trying despite fear.
五、读后续写范文
“How about letting me help you ” Joey asked. Grandfather stared at him in surprise and nodded slowly. Every evening after school, Joey sat with his grandfather at the kitchen table. He taught him simple letters and easy words patiently. When Grandfather forgot words repeatedly and felt upset, Joey told him his grandpa’s efforts were amazing and cheered him up with warm encouraging words. Step by step, Grandfather made steady progress day after day.
Months later, one day his grandfather told Joey that he had something important to share with him. He took out the newspaper and read the sports news about Joey’s school match fluently without stopping. A big bright smile spread across Grandfather’s face. He said he was so proud of himself and thankful for Joey’s constant company and help. At that moment, Joey realized that patience and encouragement could light up others’ lives.

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