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2025-2026学年度第二学期期中考试高二级英语科试题
一、阅读理解
A
A solo getaway offers the best opportunity to immerse oneself in the authentic culture, history, and expression of a particular destination. With some planning and expert advice, your next solo journey can reach new heights.
Maori magic on New Zealand’s South Island
Solo travelers looking to connect with local cultures of New Zealand’s South Island have plenty of opportunities with Maori family-owned businesses like Whale Watch Kaikoura or a day with Te Rua & Sons Pounamu Tours to explore the West Coast and perhaps to find a pounamu keepsake, a jade-like stone indigenous to the region.
A walk on the Wilde side in Dublin
There may be no better combination than a pint and a good book — and no better destination to engage yourself in literature than Oscar Wilde’s birthplace, Dublin, Ireland. Art and cultural historian Dr. Andrew Lear suggests a hotel with historical significance. “I highly recommend The Shelbourne, where Oscar Wilde stayed on a speaking tour in Dublin.”
Big dreams fulfilled on Petit St. Vincent
If the idea of an all-inclusive resort sounds appealing but the crowds of guests not so much, consider the private island of Petit St. Vincent, located 40 miles south of St. Vincent. Getting there is an adventure, including a private flight from Barbados to Union Island and a boat transfer. The 115-acre island features one-and two-bedroom cottages dotted throughout the grounds where visitors can get lost in the sound of gentle waves.
Hygge hunting in Copenhagen
If “hygge” — the elusive Danish definition of well-being — is your idea of an ideal getaway, Copenhagen ranks high for its thoughtful design. Denmark’s capital is the best locale to spend an afternoon coffeehouse-hopping with a stack of design magazines.
1. Where do solo travelers have opportunities to experience Maori culture
A．On New Zealand’s South Island.
B．In Dublin, Ireland.
C．On Petit St. Vincent.
D．In Copenhagen.
2. What is a feature of Petit St. Vincent
A．It offers affordable group tours.
B．It is located 40 miles north of St. Vincent.
C．It has luxury resorts with crowded beaches.
D．It requires a private flight and boat transfer to reach.
3. What does the author suggest visitors do in Copenhagen
A．Visit historical castles.
B．Attend a design workshop.
C．Explore local coffeehouses.
D．Join a guided tour of hygge-themed museums.
B
They now call it “Batesian mimicry” — the amazing skill for survival I first saw in the whispering green of the Amazon. I am Henry Walter Bates. My story began not with butterflies, but as the eldest son of a stocking (长袜) maker in Leicester. Yet, a boy’s passion for collecting insects and an important meeting with Alfred Russel Wallace, Darwin’s future co-theorist, sent me toward what he called “the great engine of change” in the tropics.
For eleven years, the Amazon was my home, my school, and my proving ground. I faced constant dangers, from disease-carrying mosquitoes and snakes to flooding rains. I was struck down by both yellow fever and malaria. My routine was strict: mornings collecting, afternoons reading and preparing my finds. I was usually in bed by nine. My field journals, filled with detailed drawings and notes in dark ink, were my defense against the dampness and insects. I learned the local languages and customs, for without the crucial guidance of its people, I would have been completely lost in that vast wilderness.
It was a time of extraordinary variety. I brought back over 14,000 kinds of insects — 8,000 new to science. But the real wonder was not the count, but a pattern I noticed. It started with a puzzle: why could slow-flying butterflies like the Heliconius escape birds Later I discovered they were poisonous and bitter-tasting. Then the deeper truth emerged: harmless Dismorphia had evolved to copy the bright warning colours of the Heliconius. These mimics, avoided by their natural enemies, survived to pass on their colours. Here was evolution by natural selection, written plainly on butterfly wings.
I published my paper in 1862, three years after Darwin’s On the Origin of Species. That this “mimicry”, discovered in remote jungles, could offer timely field support for his great theory remains my proudest achievement. They say I “wrote the book” on field study. I simply followed my fascination, one find at a time, from my father’s Leicester workshop into the heart of nature’s grandest design.
4. Who was Henry Walter Bates
A．A stocking maker from Leicester.
B．Darwin’s co-theorist on evolution.
C．A scientist who studied insects.
D．A writer documenting tropical life.
5. What did Bates consider was essential to his life and work in the Amazon
A．Keeping a strict daily schedule.
B．Getting assistance from the locals.
C．Collecting and studying samples.
D．Staying healthy in the rainforest.
6. What was the pattern Bates discovered
A．Birds avoided eating bitter-tasting insects.
B．Slow-flying butterflies escaped birds’ attack.
C．The bright colours of butterflies signalled danger.
D．Harmless species copied the look of poisonous ones.
7. Which of the following best describes Bates
A．Brave and passionate.
B．Strict and humble.
C．Ambitious and sociable.
D．Independent and proud.
C
The interplay between literature and scientific research has been evident throughout history. At a surface level, literature often anticipates future scientific developments, and science, in turn, provides a rich source of inspiration for literary creation. However, the interaction between these two goes beyond mere creativity; it invites deeper thoughts on the ethical (道德的) and philosophical impacts of technological advancements.
For instance, science fiction works like Isaac Asimov’s I, Robot play a direct role in shaping and inspiring the development of artificial intelligence (AI). This book pictures a future where robots coexist with humans and are governed by the “Three Laws of Robotics”. These laws not only influence the real-world AI research but also become a cornerstone in the debate surrounding AI ethics. These fictional laws provide more than just a blueprint for scientists; they serve as a bridge, making complex technological issues easier for the public to grasp.
Yet, the influence of literature on science extends even further. Take Liu Cixin’s The Three-Body Problem as an example. The scientists in this fiction are not merely pioneers of scientific breakthroughs — they also represent the difficult choices and inner conflicts that humanity faces. Through their struggles, Liu presents a profound question: As science pushes us into new territory, are we truly prepared to bear the responsibility for the unforeseen impacts of technological advancements in the future
The true value of literature in relation to science is its ability to stir the pot. It not only question what we can achieve through science but also whether we should pursue these achievements. While science focuses on problem-solving and innovation, literature makes us consider the broader influence on nature and society, ensuring our progress is guided by wisdom, understanding, and humanity.
8. What do we know about I, Robot
A．It instructs scientists in detail.
B．It boosts research on bridges.
C．It facilitates public access to science.
D．It sets laws for robots in the real world.
9. Why does the author mention The Three-Body Problem
A．To point out the complexity of science.
B．To warn about the dangers of technology.
C．To show literature’s moral concerns about science.
D．To suggest literature’s direct influence on innovation.
10. What do the underlined words “stir the pot” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Explore and explain.
B．Challenge and reflect.
C．Assume and examine.
D．Educate and entertain.
11. What can be a suitable title for the text
A．Science: the Blueprint of Literature
B．Science: a Whisper in Literature’s Ear
C．Literature: a Critical Insight into Science
D．Literature: the Gateway to Scientific Ideas
D
Experiencing bad dreams every night can be horrifying for anybody. Bad dreams can disturb the sleep and make a person feel stressed throughout the next day. ___12___
Before knowing how to get rid of bad dreams, we need to understand what can result in them. Researches have shown that when a person is under some sort of physical or mental stress, he is more likely to get bad dreams and disturbed sleep. ___13___ For instance, if you’re overworked, learn to take things slow. Don’t be ambitious to the point that it starts affecting your health.
Besides, some trauma (损伤) that a person might have experienced recently or in the past which they’re unable to get over can make the person suffer from bad dreams. Death of a very close family member is often seen to be the reason behind recurrent nightmares. ___14___
Eating fatty and high-protein foods in dinner is also known to cause bad dreams in some people. ___15___ Taking a light dinner of soups and salad is the best, both for the health and for stopping disturbed sleep in some cases.
Besides these, there are many other things a person can do to have a good night’s sleep. For example, your bedroom should be the most comfortable place in the world. It’s advisable to get rid of all electronic gadgets including television. ___16___ So, from now on try to be a happy and positive person.
A．Almost everyone has this experience.
B．Take proper exercises and this might help you.
C．Bad dreams occurring because of these reasons can be stopped if the diet is changed.
D．That’s why one should take steps to stop them as soon as they become an everyday occurrence.
E．In such a case, taking therapy and dealing with the trauma is the only solution to stop bad dreams.
F．This collaborative approach enables your thinking to be challenged.
G．So, to stop bad dreams, it’s necessary to find out the causes of physical and mental stress in your life.
12.___ 13.___ 14.___ 15.___ 16.___
二、完形填空
In the 1980s, I first encountered tai chi in Dundonald Park. I watched people move in loose formation at an unhurried pace. The ___17___ of their movements was like a water lily (睡莲) opening in slow motion.
I found tai chi ___18___, but I couldn’t see its point. I defined fitness as ___19___ and strength. Moving slowly did not tone muscles, so I chose to ___20___ myself from the practice. Still, the ___21___ stayed with me, a seed planted.
After retirement, with a doctor’s ___22___, I returned to that park, no longer a watcher but inside the group, awkwardly moving toward the growth once seeded long ago. My early ___23___ were discouraging. I joined one class, then left; joined another, and ___24___, failing to complete the routines. I assumed that mastering tai chi meant memorizing all the ___25___. But I soon learned otherwise: What needed mastering were my own habits — impatience, resistance to correction.
Everything changed in my first expert-led class. Surrounded by advanced ___26___, I felt like a beginner when the instructor ___27___ singled me out for instruction. Embarrassed, I listened intently, watched closely and ___28___ my body to move by copying him. Ultimately, this focus helped ___29___ my embarrassment.
In that instant, my emotion ___30___, from embarrassment to empowerment. I learned not just a move, but a patient and open way of being. I became that lily unfolding, awakened not by force, but by this ___31___ martial art.
17. A．order B．power C．grace D．precision
18. A．reliable B．fascinating C．familiar D．strange
19. A．flexibility B．tolerance C．balance D．speed
20. A．distance B．protect C．excuse D．free
21. A．answer B．response C．presence D．image
22. A．treatment B．encouragement C．assessment D．announcement
23. A．observations B．memories C．attempts D．mistakes
24. A．struggled B．hesitated C．panicked D．followed
25. A．positions B．settings C．rules D．moves
26. A．instructors B．learners C．athletes D．performers
27. A．personally B．casually C．unexpectedly D．briefly
28. A．willed B．trained C．urged D．allowed
29. A．hide away B．bring about C．build up D．crowd out
30. A．settled B．shifted C．progressed D．softened
31. A．traditional B．demanding C．gentle D．complex
三、单项选择
32. Luckily, the programme was ______ in time to help people who had been out of work for a long time.
A．displayed B．delayed C．canceled D．declared
33. The key to _________ this problem is _________ the right way.
A．solving; to find B．solve; find C．solve; to find D．solve; finding
34. This book is written in such easy English ________ beginners can understand.
A．/ B．that C．which D．as
35. Tom asked Mary where _______ the night before.
A．she went B．did she go C．she had gone D．had she gone
36. I ________ the schedule again and again, but I am still worried that the guests won’t arrive on time.
A．have been checking B．checked C．had been checking D．having checked
37. By the time the research team arrived at the site, all the necessary data ________ by the local workers.
A．was collected B．had been collected C．has been collected D．would be collected
38. ________ not to drive after drinking, some drivers are still trying their luck.
A．Having reminded B．Reminding C．Reminded D．To be reminded
39. The company made improvements ________ negative comments on their new product.
A．in exchange for B．at the request of C．in defense of D．in response to
40. English is a language shared by several diverse cultures, _________ uses it differently.
A．all of which B．each of which C．all of them D．each of them
41. The scientists, despite their failed attempts, were convinced a breakthrough would come in the _________ experiments.
A．subsequent B．annual C．previous D．primitive
四、单词拼写
42. She is one of the most i_________ (有影响力的) figures in local politics.
43. The new policy has s_________ (刺激) economic growth in rural areas.
44. She burst into tears, r_________ (释放) all her anxiety.
45. A perfect hamburger is c___________ of bread, beef, cheese and salad.
46. Cooperate with me, and I am sure we can make it through j___________ efforts.
五、语法填空
第一节 单句语法填空
47. The lady must have done something wrong, because she looks ______ (guilt).
48. People expressed their ______ (sympathetic) after hearing the tragedy.
49. He went to the bathroom ______ (frequent) after drinking too much water.
50. They made a ______ (commit) to each other at their wedding ceremony.
51. The results were not widely supported, for they were based on the ______ (subject) judgement of one person.
第二节 短文语法填空
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。
Chinese peonies (牡丹) are not just beautiful flowers; they also hold deep symbolic meaning in Chinese culture.
Often ___52___ (refer) to as the King of Flowers, the peony is one of the most culturally significant flowers in China, with a history dating back over 2,000 years. It is believed ___53___ (represent) wealth, prosperity (繁荣), and honor.
One of the reasons for the peony’s cultural significance is its historical association with the imperial family. During the Tang Dynasty, the peony ___54___ (consider) the official flower of the imperial court and only the imperial family and high-ranking ___55___ (official) could plant and enjoy these delicate flowers.
In addition, the peony was ___56___ (deep) rooted in Chinese mythology. According to Chinese legend, the peony is associated with a beautiful goddess named Xi Wangmu, ___57___ planted peonies in her garden to symbolize her immortality (永生). Thus, the peony is often associated with longevity and the ___58___ (pursue) of immortality.
Also, the peony holds ___59___ special place in Chinese weddings. It is greatly admired ___60___ a symbol of love and happiness and is often used in wedding ceremonies and decorations.
In conclusion, the cultural significance of Chinese peonies cannot be underestimated. Over centuries, their rich history, deep symbolism, and aesthetic beauty ___61___ (make) them one of the most treasured flowers in China.
52.___ 53.___ 54.___ 55.___ 56.___
57.___ 58.___ 59.___ 60.___ 61.___
六、书面表达
第一节 倡议书
62. 假定你是李华，你校英语社团计划组织题为“绿色校园，旧书新生”的旧书回收活动。请你写一份活动倡议书，内容包括：
1. 活动目的；2. 捐赠要求；3. 具体安排。
注意：1. 写作词数应为100左右；2. 格式完整。
Green Campus, Renewed Books
Dear fellow students,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
English Association
May 7, 2026
第二节 读后续写
63. 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。词数150左右。
Jane had a deep affection for birds. Every morning, she scattered (抛撒) seeds in her backyard and whispered, “Good morning, my little friends!” To her, their songs sounded like cheerful laughter, and she often laughed along with them.
However, her neighbor, Mr. Thompson, didn’t share her joy. He was constantly annoyed by the birds that flew into his yard. “They’re too noisy!” he complained. “And they make such a mess in MY yard!” His sharp words made Jane feel quite uneasy, yet she refused to give up on her feathered friends. She firmly believed that every small creature deserved care.
One morning, Jane discovered a small sparrow (麻雀) shaking under the fence. One of its wings looked bent at a painful angle. Filled with worry, Jane carefully picked it up and named it Pip. She placed him in a small, warm basket in a safe corner right next to the fence.
A week passed. Pip was getting better but still unable to fly. One afternoon, while Jane was feeding Pip by the fence, Mr. Thompson shouted from his side, “You’re just asking for trouble!” Jane gently lifted Pip in her hands so Mr. Thompson could see him through the gaps in the fence. “Look, Mr. Thompson. Pip’s wing is hurt.” Mr. Thompson cast an impatient glance at the tiny creature. For a moment, his frown (皱眉) softened. “That wing...” he said softly, almost to himself.
Just then, Jane’s mother called her from the driveway, saying they were leaving for a family visit. Jane waved a quick goodbye to Pip and hurried to the car. However, on their way home, a heavy storm broke out. Watching the trees shaking in the strong wind, Jane felt very worried about Pip, who was left all alone in the yard. The moment they pulled into the driveway, she dashed toward the backyard, calling Pip’s name.
To her horror, the basket was empty. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
At this moment, Mr. Thompson appeared with Pip. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
参考答案
一、阅读理解
A：1.A 2.D 3.C
B：4.C 5.B 6.D 7.A
C：8.C 9.C 10.B 11.C
七选五：12.D 13.G 14.E 15.C 16.F
二、完形填空
17.C 18.B 19.D 20.A 21.D
22.B 23.C 24.A 25.D 26.B
27.C 28.A 29.D 30.B 31.C
三、单项选择
32.D 33.A 34.D 35.C 36.A
37.B 38.C 39.D 40.B 41.A
四、单词拼写
42. influential
43. stimulated
44. releasing
posed
46. joint
五、语法填空
单句
47. guilty
48. sympathy
49. frequently
mitment
51. subjective
短文
52. referred
53. to represent
54. was considered
55. officials
56. deeply
57. who
58. pursuit
59. a
60. as
61. have made
六、书面表达范文
倡议书范文
Green Campus, Renewed Books
Dear fellow students,
To build a green campus and make full use of old books, our English Association will hold a used book recycling activity.
We welcome all kinds of readable books such as storybooks, textbooks and magazines, without serious damage or missing pages.
The activity will take place at the school hall this Friday afternoon. You can hand in your books after class, and the collected books will be given to rural students in need.
Let’s take action to share knowledge and protect the environment!
English Association
May 7, 2026
读后续写范文
To her horror, the basket was empty. Jane’s heart sank immediately. She searched every corner of the backyard anxiously, calling Pip’s name again and again, yet there was no sign of the little sparrow. The heavy storm must have blown the basket away. She feared that Pip might have been injured or even lost his life in the wild wind and rain. Tears welled up in her eyes as she paced back and forth nervously.
At this moment, Mr. Thompson appeared with Pip. He held the tiny sparrow gently in his palm, wrapping it with a clean soft cloth. He explained that he noticed the basket blown down in the storm and found the frightened Pip hiding under his bush. He had taken good care of the bird until the wind died down. Seeing Jane’s relief, he told her he had changed his mind about the birds and would no longer complain about them. Jane thanked him sincerely and they fixed the basket together to give Pip a warm home.

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