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2025-2026学年度第二学期期中考试高二年英语试卷
一、阅读理解
A
Tree-planting projects are becoming increasingly popular worldwide, led by companies, nonprofits, governments, and communities. This raises the question of how investors or donors can choose which projects to support and assess their effectiveness. To address this, researchers of the Mongabay.app created a database to organize information on what reforestation projects publicly disclose. It is based on a comprehensive set of expert-identified criteria grouped into five categories — context, ecological, economic, social, and institutional — and assists users to identify suitable projects and ask informed questions.
●Why use the Mongabay. app
High standards: Our list of criteria was primarily drawn from the Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) approach, widely recognized as the gold standard across the restoration sector.
Transparency (透明度): Rather than make an assessment of the quality of the projects, the Mongabay. app reveals how much information is publicly disclosed by an organization.
A growing catalog (目录): The community is encouraged to share new projects and update information about existing projects to make this catalog the best available resource.
●How it works
To find a reforestation project that matches your interests, sort through the catalog using indicators from five key categories.
Once you have a list of potential projects, examine the circular diagram next to each one — this represents its transparency level: the more complete the circle, the more information is disclosed. Click on the diagram to dig into the detailed project chart, so you can make an informed decision on which project to support.
1. What is the main purpose of the researchers by creating a database
A．To finance projects.
B．To set up standards.
C．To launch initiatives.
D．To help make choices.
2. What is the first step to find a suitable project
A．Make an in-depth study of projects.
B．Outline a list of candidate projects.
C．Examine project charts in a diagram.
D．Assess a project’s transparency level.
3. Which project would interest an investor seeking clear information on forest type
B
I was a habitual pessimist, forever assuming the worst cases. As a textbook “helicopter mom,” I checked the backyard for hidden dangers before letting him play, carried a fully stocked emergency kit to his T-ball games, and flatly declined all concerts or crowded outings — fearing crushes, fires, or unforeseen disasters. My husband Don repeatedly argued that my overprotection was suffocating (窒息) David, urging me to let him experience normal childhood risks, but I maintained that I was merely safeguarding my son.
The significant turning point came on a quiet afternoon when I chanced upon David in his room. He was carefully wrapping his beloved Superman figurine (小雕像) in bubble wrap, and when I asked why, he announced proudly, “Now you’re safe from pointy buildings and crashes.” In that instant, I was struck by a harsh and humbling truth: my overwhelming paranoia (偏执) had impacted his young mind, narrowing not just my own world but limiting his too. I realized I was wasting my life on unfounded fears and dragging David into the same cycle of anxiety.
Determined to change, I peeled off the bubble wrap, explained that only Kryptonite could harm Superman, and guided him to play with non-destructive targets. I agreed to attend the downtown concert Don had been urging us to go to, adopting “cross that bridge if we come to it” as my new motto. Gradually, I reconnected with friends I’d pushed away, loosened the invisible hold I had on David, and learned to embrace the present moment rather than fear the unknown.
I’ll never seek extreme adventures like skydiving, but I now enjoy activities I once avoided-from family camping trips to David’s sports games. He matured into a confident, tough young man, bearing the small scars of a normal childhood. Those roads I missed due to paranoia still hurt, but the newer, brighter paths I’ve chosen — thanks to a four-year-old and his superhero — have made all the difference in both our lives.
4. Which of the following best describes the mother in paragraph 1
A．sensible and cautious.
B．Daring and responsible.
C．Indifferent and pessimistic.
D．Overprotective and insistent.
5. Why did the mother decide to change
A．To rebuild her social life and happiness.
B．To become a perfectly fearless role model.
C．To discourage her son from becoming fearful.
D．To demonstrate her parenting style was justified
6. What do we know about the mother from the last two paragraphs
A．She addressed problems as they arose.
B．She approved of a scar-free childhood.
C．She rarely regretted her missed chances.
D．She completely transformed her life belief.
7. Which of the following titles is most suitable for the passage
A．The Many Roads Not Taken
B．The Day I Conquered All Fear
C．Superman Saves More Than a Child
D．From Helicopter Mom to Hands-off Parent
C
Historically, the worker who worked the most hours was widely seen as an organization’s most valuable employee. But that is no longer true: as AI promises to transform how we work, and the four-day-workweek movement gains steam, it is time to admit once and for all that working more does not make you more productive.
In fact, many workers could dutifully keep themselves busy for an entire day without doing anything of real value, instead answering pointless emails and attending unnecessary meetings. Meanwhile, many are struggling under the unsustainable consequences of applying an industrial-era measure of productivity — namely, dividing output by hours — to our modern knowledge economy. As a result, workers are under constant pressure to relinquish their rightfully earned time to prove their commitment.
Those who finish their tasks more quickly are typically rewarded with more work to fill the hours they’ve saved, in what is sometimes referred to as “performance punishment.” A co-worker who works through evenings, weekends, or lunch breaks to complete the same workload, meanwhile, is often more likely to be praised or even promoted for their perceived commitment. This dynamic ultimately creates more pressure to look busy than to deliver value, which is getting in the way of actually getting work done and holding back organizational productivity while wearing down workers’ well-being.
So it is time for us to be smarter about how we work. That is ultimately what the four-day-workweek movement seeks to inspire. Instead of just giving everyone an extra vacation day each week, when positioned as a performance-based motivator, the four-day workweek becomes a wake-up call to refocus our time and energy at work on the things that really matter to the business.
In today’s knowledge economy and tomorrow’s AI reality, the most successful individuals, organizations, and nations won’t be those that work the most hours, but those that are the most effective at making their working hours count.
8. How does the author introduce the topic
A．By listing AI-driven changes in work.
B．By challenging the hours-productivity link.
C．By describing employee-centered practices.
D．By advocating a short-time working pattern.
9. What does the underlined word “relinquish” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Set aside.
B．Count on.
C．Give up.
D．Care about.
10. What weakens organizational effectiveness according to paragraph 3
A．Job burnout.
B．Performative busyness.
C．Unfair punishment.
D．Unnoticed commitment.
11. What does the author think of the four-day workweek
A．A reward for efficiency at work.
B．A wake-up call to stay competitive.
C．A push to think smarter about work.
D．A preparation for the uncertain future.
D
Plastic has always been a double-edged sword — multi-purpose and cheap, but chemically stable. Traditional recycling methods involve multiple stages of sorting, cleaning, and melting (融化), which are energy-intensive and degrade the material’s quality. Turning plastic into fuel has been explored before, but existing techniques require high heat, complex catalysts (催化剂), and often produce impure results.
Now, a groundbreaking cooperation between scientists in the US and China has brought the world one step closer to a real solution. Using a specially designed catalytic reaction, researchers found a way to break down long plastic polymer (聚合物) chains into short hydrocarbon molecules — the building blocks of fuel — in a single step.
The team’s secret lies in a novel catalytic material that operates at medium temperatures — far lower than those used in conventional methods. Unlike traditional recycling, which melts plastic into lower-grade products, this catalyst essentially reduces plastics into usable hydrocarbon chains in just a few hours. The output can then be further processed into fuels for vehicles or even planes. According to Professor Zhang Wei, a chemical engineer from the Chinese partner university, the process transforms 95% of the plastic into usable hydrocarbons, leaving minimal remains and almost no harmful byproducts.
The implications of this breakthrough extend far beyond scientific curiosity. If widely used, the one-step plastic-to-fuel method could dramatically reduce both plastic waste and non-renewable fuel dependence.
Promising as the results are, experts stress that the cost of catalysts, the difficulty of collecting mixed plastic waste, and the issue of carbon emissions from burning fuels are key challenges to be addressed. For this reason, scientists see the innovation not as an end point, but as a temporary fix toward a cleaner future.
While questions remain, this innovation marks a hopeful turn in humanity’s long battle with plastic waste. It transforms what was once pollution into power and demonstrates that the solutions to big problems often lie in rethinking waste not as garbage-but as potential.
12. What is a key advantage of the new method of recycling plastics
A．Low costs.
B．Simple processes.
C．High security.
D．Adjustable reaction.
13. What does the novel catalyst help with
A．Speeding up waste collection.
B．Adjusting the operating temperature.
C．Minimizing harmful byproducts.
D．Turning plastics into basic chemicals.
14. How do scientists regard the method
A．A dead end.
B．A starting point.
C．A stepping stone.
D．A definite answer.
15. What inspiration does the innovation bring to us
A．New views create possibilities.
B．Human effort overcomes challenges.
C．Close teamwork works wonders.
D．Tough problems lead to innovations.
七选五
The work is piling up, pressure is mounting, and deadlines are approaching. How can we still get useful results if we need to make quick judgments and fast decisions ____16____ Here’s how we can upgrade our minds.
Firstly, challenge your key assumptions. Based on past experience, our mind constantly makes assumptions about the world. However, what saves us time and energy can lead to wrong conclusions if they remain unchallenged. Start by working in a team and questioning each other’s assumptions. ____17____
You should also consider alternative explanations. Humans seek explanations, and we prefer the one that comes to mind first. ____18____ It pays to naturally look beyond the most obvious explanations. This is to avoid confirmation bias; when we ignore evidence that goes against a prior belief. A master thinker treats their preferred explanation just as an assumption.
____19____ They simply refer to the main factors influencing how things have been going or how they will go. If we practice watching for driving factors when we have time to think, we’ll be able to identify them more instinctively on occasions when we’re in a hurry. The master thinker prioritizes the factors that impact an issue the most.
Finally, consider the overall context. The master thinker considers the circumstances and conditions of an issue. ____20____ A few minutes to orient ourselves and reflect on the situation as a whole can once more save us time down the road. Only then is it time to consider the details and incorporate them back into said picture.
A．Moreover, try to focus on key drivers.
B．Attempt to think about problems wisely.
C．However, that isn’t necessarily the correct one.
D．This habit involves looking at the big picture first.
E．True expert thinkers know the limitations of their minds.
F．This collaborative approach enables your thinking to be challenged.
G．Actually, the habits of master thinkers can help in reasoning and making decisions.
二、完形填空
My sister and I recently travelled back from Portugal. Among our memories, one experience ___21___.
As a literary ___22___, I’d planned to visit a bookstore recommended by my favorite author. On our first day, we searched through the winding lanes for hours ___23___ and a sudden downpour forced us to end the ___24___.
___25___ to leave empty-handed, we made a final attempt on the last day. However, contradictory directions from passers-by only deepened our ___26___. As dusk fell, shopkeepers were packing up, streets quieting, and hope fading. Wet from another shower and with a torn map, we felt even more ___27___.
Then, a blind turn led us to a narrow street where a store drew our attention. My sister stopped to ___28___ the map, and I glanced at the signs — “That’s it” I ___29___.
The owner looked up, smiled, and ___30___ us in. Inside, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves lined the walls. As I ran my fingers along the bookshelves, a hardcover caught my eye. Just as I ___31___ for it, another hand brushed against the cover. “You like it too ” a woman smiled. As the bookstore’s regular, she instantly ___32___ with me and I told her our ___33___ search. The owner, overhearing our story, stepped over and ___34___ us with two copies of the book, each signed by the author. “For those truly appreciating it,” he said. My sister captured the moment as we exchanged email, promising to share reflections on the book later.
Detours didn’t ruin our trip; instead, they led us to the priceless ___35___ — the places and the people we are meant to meet.
21. A．fell apart B．stood out C．carried on D．came about
22. A．enthusiast B．critic C．genius D．expert
23. A．casually B．smoothly C．briefly D．fruitlessly
24. A．hunt B．crisis C．vacation D．observation
25. A．Determined B．Hesitant C．Anxious D．Unwilling
26. A．knowledge B．relief C．curiosity D．confusion
27. A．bored B．lost C．hungry D．curious
28. A．fold B．mark C．consult D．fix
29. A．whispered B．complained C．cried D．sighed
30. A．waved B．followed C．pushed D．blocked
31. A．applied B．paid C．searched D．reached
32. A．competed B．bonded C．quarreled D．joked
33. A．comprehensive B．patient C．chaotic D．thorough
34. A．equipped B．awarded C．presented D．connected
35. A．encounters B．appointments C．gatherings D．lessons
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。
Architecture studio Penda has released visualizations of its “Yin-Yang House” — a home designed for a tiny plot near the German city of Kassel. Founded by architects Chris Precht and Dayong Sun, the studio created this home for a young family ___36___ (target) a self-sufficient lifestyle in the countryside.
Given the site’s compact (紧凑的) nature, the only space available ___37___ (grow) fruit, vegetables and herbs is the roof. Penda therefore designed the roof as a series of terraces (露台) that create a ___38___ (function) garden. “Whenever architects design a building, they take ___39___ area away that used to belong to nature,” said the studio, “and we try to give this space back.”
The building’s form consists of two interlocking sections based on the symbol for Yin-Yang — a Chinese philosophy that describes how ___40___ (seeming) opposing forces can combine to create a ___41___ (balance) and strong whole. The unique roof features stepped levels going up from the center, like the way mountains rise on either side of a valley.
The sloping (倾斜的) roof ensures that rainwater ___42___ (channel) towards a tank below for ___43___ (store) to water the plants. Throughout the year, the plants will change ___44___ the seasons, varying the building’s appearance.
The “Yin-Yang House” integrates living and working spaces, architecture and nature, creating a truly self-sufficient home, ___45___ timeless wisdom meets the future of green design.
四、书面表达（通知）
46. 假定你是李华，你校英语社将组织社员和英国交换生参加“中西方艺术对话”(Dialogue between Chinese and Western Art)的主题艺术展，请你写一则通知在校英文报上刊登，内容包括：
1．展览介绍；
2．注意事项。
注意：
1．词数80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
EAST MEETS WEST: CHINESE AND WESTERN ART ON SHOW
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五、书面表达（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。
Sean Royston, and his long-time friend, Tolin Annis had a tradition to head out for an expedition every other year. In 2016, they decided to kayak (划皮艇) the Rocks National Lakeshore, a challenging route on Lake Superior.
On September 13, they loaded up on food and camping devices, climbed into their kayaks, and pushed off from a beach near the national park’s headquarters. They planned to return in a week. They moved through small waves and headed northeast. Soon the lakeshore’s trademark cliffs (悬崖) began to rise on their right. Away from the shore, the head wind grew to the forecasted 10 knots — and kept rising. Still, they never considered turning around.
They had been rowing maybe 90 minutes when, quite suddenly, the waves grew to two metres and steepened. The wind rose to an intense 20 knots, putting them in danger of flipping over. “It went bad fast!” shouted Tolin, who was in the lead about 20 metres ahead of Sean. Meanwhile, the wind pushed them closer to the cliff, where the waves became even steeper and rolled them into the water.
Sean managed to get back to kayak, holding onto it for stability, and then paddled using his free hand. But he couldn’t make any progress against the strong wind. “My arms are giving out.” Sean thought to himself, “I gotta call now.” Using a VHF radio clipped to his life jacket, Sean called:“Mayday, two kayakers stuck.” But the tall cliffs blocked the signal from reaching anyone. When he raised his head, his friend had disappeared from sight. The man yelled to his friend at the top of his lungs, but there’s no reply.
Sean struggled until the waves finally pushed him away from the shoreline and farther out in the lake. Exhausted, he floated on his back and considered his options. Sean decided to turn downwind, towards the beach where they had launched that morning. It was 5 kilometers away. “I’m a swimmer.” Sean talked himself up and started kicking.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Luckily, after about three hours, Sean saw the beach within reach.
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The rescue team headed out immediately for Tolin
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参考答案
一、阅读理解
A:1.D 2.B 3. C
B:4.D 5.C 6.A 7.D
C:8.B 9.C 10.B 11.C
D:12.B 13.D 14.C 15.A
七选五：16.G 17.F 18.C 19.A 20.D
二、完形填空
21.B 22.A 23.D 24.A 25.D 26.D 27.B 28.C 29.C 30.A 31.D 32.B 33.C 34.C 35.A
三、语法填空
36.targeting 37.to grow 38.functional 39.an 40.seemingly 41.balanced 42.is channelled 43.storage 44.with 45.where
四、通知参考范文
EAST MEETS WEST: CHINESE AND WESTERN ART ON SHOW
To enrich students’ after-school life, our English club will organize a visit to the art show Dialogue between Chinese and Western Art for club members and British exchange students this Friday afternoon.
The exhibition gathers traditional Chinese paintings, calligraphy as well as famous Western oil paintings, showing different artistic charms. While visiting, keep quiet and do not touch the artworks. Gather at the school gate at 2 p.m. and don’t be late.
English Club
五、读后续写参考范文
Luckily, after about three hours, Sean saw the beach within reach. Full of strength, he kicked his legs harder and swam forward with all his remaining energy. Finally, he dragged himself onto the sand, trembling all over. He immediately reported Tolin’s disappearance to the park rangers and described the location where they fell into water. The staff comforted him and called the rescue team at once. Though worn out, Sean refused to rest, waiting anxiously on the shore for news of his friend.
The rescue team headed out immediately for Tolin. They searched the lake area by boat and sent drones to scan the water surface. Hours later, they spotted Tolin holding a floating log not far from the cliffs. The rescuers pulled him aboard and offered warm blankets and hot drinks. Soon they sailed back to the beach. Seeing Tolin safe and sound, Sean burst into tears of relief. The terrible experience taught them to fully check weather conditions before outdoor adventures.

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