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2025-2026学年第二学期高二期中教学质量检测英语试题
二、阅读理解
A
Asia offers a wide range of marathon events across different countries and regions. These races are held in urban centers as well as in areas of cultural and natural significance. Courses vary in difficulty and ground conditions, allowing runners to choose between flatter routes and more demanding ones. With multiple distance options available, participants can choose events based on their experience levels and personal goals.
Marathon Time (2026) Type Price (EUR) Course Profile
The Great Wall of China Marathon 25 Oct Marathon 204 Rolling 10km 5km
Almaty Marathon 27 Sep Marathon 45 Rolling Half marathon 35 10km
Cappadocia Marathon Turkey 8 Nov Marathon 36 Hilly 20km 10km
Songkhla Marathon 22-23 Aug Marathon 38 Flat 10km 2 25km 17
Things To Think About
·Register before the event.
·Know the local weather, so you can train and dress appropriately.
·Make sure that you are making accommodations through reputable sites for travel.
·Don’t underestimate how the difference in altitude (海拔) or temperature will affect your running. Read up and train to make it to the finish line.
21. What is the purpose of the text
A．To introduce a new marathon plan.
B．To compare Asian marathon courses.
C．To call for participation in Asian marathons.
D．To provide information about Asian marathons.
22. Which marathon offers the shortest race with more demanding routes
A．Almaty Marathon.
B．The Great Wall of China Marathon.
C．Songkhla Marathon.
D．Cappadocia Marathon Turkey.
23. What are runners recommended to do before participation
A．Book hotels from trusted websites.
B．Apply for a discounted entry fee.
C．Email the registration before the deadline.
D．Train under the guidance of professionals.
B
When I was younger, I couldn’t wait to escape from Ramsgate, the harbor town where I grew up on the Isle of Thanet. It could feel small: the same faces in the same places, and where a new café or gallery was often met with doubt. There was this apparent insistence that life was fine as it was. But for a teenager itching to see more, that lack of curiosity was disheartening.
So I left. I headed north for a four-year academic journey from York to Durham. After university, having played at newspapers, I made the move to London to do it for real. But the reality was tough. I struggled to contribute to various dailies before periods on staff at both magazines and newspapers. In my twenties, I threw myself into city life: sampling Mediterranean restaurants, navigating around on the Tube, and staying out late with friends.
For a while, it was enough. Then it became too much. In and among the sharing plates, I found myself on an unending rat race of moving faster and needing to earn more — just to keep up. Rents in London were pressing, apartments were tiny, yet the dream of owning one felt like a cruel joke.
As I got older, trips back to Thanet opened my eyes to what I had left behind. Mainly, it was the sea. Wide yellow sands and even the touch of salt in the air, ordinary in childhood, suddenly felt appealing. But I also started to miss the beat of small-town life: waving to people on the street, noticing whose garden was overgrown, finding charm even in the pubs I had once dismissed. What’s more, where I’d once hurried to leave, others are now rushing to arrive. Artists, creatives, and technologists have been priced out of London and are pouring to Thanet, bringing new ideas and drive. Now, when I head back home, I feel a mixture of pride and mild wonder: the place I once thought I’d outgrown has had a facelift I wasn’t expecting.
I’ll keep returning to Thanet, with eager willingness. Each visit reminds me that places, like people, can grow without losing their essence. I’ve come to love Thanet as more than just the home I left; it is now the place it continues to become.
24. Why did the author want to leave Ramsgate
A．It offered few job opportunities.
B．It lacked modern entertainment.
C．It stuck to values he disagreed with.
D．It failed to satisfy his desire to explore.
25. Which of the following best summarizes the author’s life in London
A．Rich in possibilities.
B．Socially diverse.
C．Filled with challenges.
D．Financially stressful.
26. What can we learn about the author’s bond with Thanet over time
A．It remains stable and strong.
B．It is influenced by public opinions.
C．It shifts from rejection to reconnection.
D．It is shaped by his childhood experience.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A．The Sea in Memory
B．Four Years Up North
C．The Hometown Out of Reach
D．A Growing Place, a Growing Me
C
Coca-Cola will be using over 4.1 billion kilograms of plastic a year by the year 2030, unless it stops using single-use plastic, according to a report from the conservation organization Oceana.
Oceana also estimates that by 2030, an annual 602 million kilograms of Coca-Cola’s plastic packaging will be polluting the world’s oceans and waterways. The report says that this is enough plastic to fill the stomachs of 18 million blue whales. Oceana made its estimates using Coca-Cola’s own reported data on its use of plastic packaging between 2018 and 2023, and a forecast of the company’s future sales growth based on past trends.
A 2024 study found that Coca-Cola is already the world’s worst plastic-polluting brand. Oceana says the problem is Coca-Cola’s use of single-use plastic instead of reusable packaging. Reusable bottles can be used up to 25 times if made of thicker plastic, and up to 50 times if made of glass. Coca-Cola previously had a goal of using 25% reusable packaging by 2030, but announced that it had given up that goal at the end of 2024.
Instead, the company says it will increase the use of recycled plastic in its packaging and increase collection of single-use plastic bottles for further recycling. However, Oceana says that relying on the use of recycled materials and collection of plastic for recycling won’t reduce the great influence of Coca-Cola’ s plastic footprint.
The organization’s Senior Vice President Matt Littlejohn said: “Single-use plastic is bad for the oceans, human health, and business. Recycling can’t solve the company’s out-of-control plastic problem. Reuse can.” He added, “Single-use plastic bottles made with recycled content can — just like bottles made of virgin plastic — still become marine pollution and harm ocean life.” As well as harming sea life, plastic use is also harmful for human health. Several studies have connected plastic pollution and microplastics to serious health conditions, such as cancer, heart disease and dementia. Oceana suggests Coca-Cola should take real action that can address its plastic problem now, namely replacing single-use packaging with reusable packaging.
28. What was Coca-Cola’s original plan for 2030
A．To use 25% reusable packaging.
B．To stop all plastic bottle production.
C．To recycle 100% of its plastic waste.
D．To replace plastics with glass bottles.
29. What is Oceana’s attitude toward Coca-Cola’s recycled plastic policy
A．Supportive.
B．Critical.
C．Reserved.
D．Indifferent.
30. What can we infer according to Matt Littlejohn
A．Blue whales are the most affected by plastic waste.
B．Reusable packaging is a better solution than recycling.
C．Microplastics mainly come from non-recycled bottles.
D．Coca-Cola’s new plan will solve plastic pollution effectively.
31. Which is the most suitable title for the passage
A．How to Stop Ocean Pollution.
B．Coca-Cola’s New Reusable Plan.
C．A Growing Threat of Plastic Bottles.
D．Coca-Cola’s Plastic Pollution Problem.
D
For a long time, psychologists believed in “catharsis theory,” or the idea that it’s better to release negative emotions than hold onto them. But back in 2002, Brad Bushman, a professor of communication at the Ohio State University, published a study that questioned that logic, saying that venting (发泄) “is the worst thing you can do” when you’ re mad and it’s “adding more fuel to the fire.”
Focusing on a frustrating conversation can blow out of proportion relatively minor annoyances, which is unhealthy, says Jesse Cougle, a psychology professor studying anger at Florida State University.
The problem is that when you’re furious (愤怒的), it feels better to shout angrily than it does to take some centering deep breaths. Bushman has seen that in his research. Even though activities like hitting a punching bag don’t actually lessen anger, “75% of people report feeling better” after they do it, he says. The same is often true for venting to a friend. It feels great to have someone support your perspective.
Can something that feels so good really be so wrong Bushman says it’s not always a bad thing to get something off your chest. Talking through a negative feeling with the goal of understanding why something bothered you and how to better respond in the future, such as with a therapist, can be beneficial, he says. But venting becomes less helpful, Cougle says, when it’s mean-spirited—when you repeat the same thing you’ve done many times, keeping yourself stuck in that past anger without trying to move past it.
When you feel yourself getting stuck in the trap of venting, look for healthier coping strategies. If yoga and meditation aren’t your thing, try a quick shift in perspective. Bushman’s research supports the “fly-on-the-wall” technique, which challenges angry people to imagine themselves as a third party observing the situation that made them angry. And finally, don’t underestimate the impact of anger — that is, getting angry when you’re hungry. Science suggests it’s a real phenomenon. So next time you feel yourself gearing up for a venting session, think of grabbing a snack and taking a few deep breaths instead.
32. What is the traditional belief of venting
A．Nothing can be worse than venting.
B．Venting may lead to worse emotions.
C．Letting anger out always works well.
D．Releasing negative feelings is logical.
33. What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph 3 refer to
A．The problem of venting while angry.
B．The benefit of taking some deep breaths.
C．The temporary relief from venting anger.
D．The lessened anger after hitting something.
34. Why is the “fly-on-the-wall” technique mentioned in paragraph 5
A．To challenge angry people.
B．To replace yoga and meditation.
C．To illustrate change in perspective.
D．To observe the situation as a third party.
35. What is the passage mainly about
A．The psychological risk of venting and its influence.
B．The harm of venting anger and its coping techniques.
C．The science of hunger-related anger and its solutions.
D．The development of catharsis theory and its modern debates.
七选五
How to Build Self-confidence
Self-confidence is an important quality that helps us face challenges and achieve our goals. ____36____ Here are some practical tips to help you develop it, whether you’re struggling with daily tasks or preparing for big life milestones.
· Set small and achievable goals. ____37____ When you finish a small goal, you will feel a sense of achievement, which can encourage you to take on bigger challenges. For example, if you want to improve your English, you can start by memorizing 10 new words every day instead of 100 a tiny step leading to great progress over time.
· ____38____ Trying new things, such as joining a club or giving a short speech, can help you learn new skills and discover your hidden abilities. These small acts of courage are exactly what fuel your self belief. In contrast, staying stuck in the familiar will only limit your potential and hold you back from growth.
· Stay kind to yourself. Being gentle with yourself means accepting your shortcomings. ____39____ They are part of the learning process, and it’s important to learn from them instead of feeling ashamed. You can also write down your strengths and achievements to remind yourself of your good points on tough days.
· Surround yourself with optimistic people. They can give you support and encouragement when you feel down. Avoid people who always criticize you or make you feel bad about yourself. After all, the influence of those around you is powerful, shaping how you see yourself each day. ____40____ Patience and effort fueling you, you’ll find yourself growing into the positive person you’ve always wanted to be.
A．It comes from experience.
B．Step out of your comfort zone.
C．Don’t blame yourself for failures.
D．It is somewhat tough to build, however.
E．Divided tasks are easier than complex ones.
F．A good mood helps you develop confidence easily.
G．Positive people can boost your mood and motivation.
三、完形填空
One afternoon, as I was diving into life’s deeper questions with my students, a thoughtful boy named Jack raised his hand. “Why do so many people feel lost ” he asked. ____41____ their curiosity, I decided to show them the ropes through experience rather than simply ____42____. “Follow me,” I said, leading them toward the nearby ____43____.
Whispers filled the air. “Why are we going there ” Emma murmured. “Are there wild animals ” Liam added nervously. “Are we even going to ____44____ this ” A voice trembled from the back. I stayed ____45____, walking calmly ahead. The students trailed behind me, their minds racing with ____46____. Some panicked over ____47____ lions; others pictured snakes. With every step, their anxiety ____48____, yet I said nothing.
After forty minutes, we stopped at the forest’s edge. ____49____ them, I smiled. “Don’t worry — we won’t be entering. But tell me, what did you notice on our way here ” The students fell silent. “You were so caught up in ____50____ of the unknown,” I continued, “that you ____51____ the birds singing, the sunlight filtering through the leaves, and the ____52____ around you.”
Jack’s eyes lit up with realization. “So...we worry so much about the future that we ____53____ to live now ”
“Exactly,” I replied. “Life is a ____54____. If we let fear take over, we’ll miss its wonders.” The students nodded, their faces brightening.
As we walked back, they laughed, finally noticing the world they’d overlooked before. The lesson was simple but profound: The ____55____ shapes the future. Don’t let fear steal today’s gifts.
41. A．Ignoring B．Sensing C．Criticizing D．Celebrating
42. A．complain B．argue C．explain D．announce
43. A．mountain B．river C．desert D．forest
44. A．survive B．enjoy C．remember D．control
45. A．curious B．silent C．shocked D．amused
46. A．plans B．guesses C．decisions D．jokes
47. A．hungry B．magical C．fierce D．imaginary
48. A．grew B．emerged C．faded D．fell
49. A．Calling on B．Pointing at C．Turning to D．Waiting for
50. A．joy B．fear C．anger D．hope
51. A．heard B．missed C．avoided D．recorded
52. A．beauty B．harmony C．warmth D．mystery
53. A．refuse B．pretend C．forget D．hate
54. A．game B．battle C．gift D．journey
55. A．present B．chance C．effort D．luck
四、语法填空
Read the passage and fill in the blanks with one proper word or the correct form of given words.
The hulusi, with a history that can be traced back to the pre-Qin period in China, originated in the southwestern border of China, especially among ethnic minorities such as the Dai, Achang and Blang in Yunnan, ____56____ is an essential musical companion in their cultural life.
The structure of the hulusi is unique, mainly ____57____ (compose) of three parts: a natural gourd (葫芦), three bamboo tubes, and a built-in reed (簧片). The selection of the gourd is crucial, requiring ____58____ uniform shape and a solid layer to produce a good effect. Bamboo tubes and reeds are particularly carefully made, with the length of the bamboo tube and the thickness of the reed needing to be adjusted according to the pitch (音高) ____59____ (ensure) that every note can be clearly and accurately produced.
The tone of the hulusi is gentle and delicate, like a soft breeze ____60____ (blow) in the mountains, giving people a subtle and misty beauty. Whether it is folk songs, farm songs, or folk tunes, the hulusi can bring the audience into a quiet and distant ____61____ (art) conception with its unique tone, soothing people’s hearts and conveying the harmony and quietness of nature.
The hulusi is not only a unique musical instrument but an important ____62____ (carry) of ethnic culture in local weddings, funerals and sacrificial activities, ____63____ the melody of the hulusi often rings, conveying the feelings about life of the ethnic group. In recent years, with the emphasis ____64____ and promotion of ethnic culture, the hulusi ____65____ (receive) more and more attention in China and shown its unique charm on the international stage, attracting the attention of music lovers around the world.
56.____ 57.____ 58.____ 59.____ 60.____
61.____ 62.____ 63.____ 64.____ 65.____
五、书信写作
66. 你校将以五一劳动节为主题举办英语征文比赛。请你结合以下名言，写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
（1）你对名言的理解；
（2）你的相关经历。
The most beautiful things in the world are created by labor, by the clever hands of people.—Gorky
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
From what Gorky said, I believe ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
六、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。
The city was vast and unfamiliar, its towering buildings casting long shadows that seemed to swallow her whole. Emma stood at the corner of a bustling street, holding a heavy suitcase in her hands. She had dreamed of this moment-starting fresh, building a new life — but now, surrounded by strangers and endless concrete, she felt small and utterly alone.
Her first week was a blur of missteps. The job she had lined up fell through when the company decided to hire someone with more experience. Her savings were decreasing faster than she had expected, and the rent was due in a week. Everywhere she turned, it felt like the city was pushing her away, as if it didn’t have room for one more dreamer.
One rainy evening, when Emma boarded the train from another unsuccessful job interview, she noticed an elderly man sitting across from her. He was dressed in a worn but neatly pressed suit, and his hands rested on a leather briefcase that looked as old as he was. What caught Emma’s attention, however, was the book he was reading — The Great Gatsby, her favorite novel.
Emma hesitated for a moment before striking up a conversation. “That’s a wonderful book,” she said, smiling. The man looked up, his eyes bright with surprise and curiosity. “You’ve read it ” he asked, his voice warm but tinged with a hint of nostalgia. As they began to talk, he put the book into his briefcase and introduced himself as Mr. Bennett, and he had been a literature professor before retiring. He spoke of his travels, his students, and the books that had shaped his life. And Emma also shared her hopeless situation. Listening attentively for a while, Mr Bennett pulled out a pen and a cream-colored card with his wrinkled hands, and quickly wrote something down.
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。
As the train approached Emma’s stop, Mr. Bennett reached into his briefcase.
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That evening, as Emma opened the book, a cream-colored card dropped out of it.
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参考答案
二、阅读理解
21.D 22.D 23.A 24.D 25.C 26.C 27.D 28.A 29.B 30.B 31.D 32.C 33.C 34.C 35.B
七选五：36.D 37.E 38.B 39.C 40.G
三、完形填空
41.B 42.C 43.D 44.A 45.B 46.B 47.C 48.A 49.C 50.B 51.B 52.A 53.C 54.D 55.A
四、语法填空
56.which posed 58.a 59.to ensure 60.blowing
61.artistic 62.carrier 63.where 64.on 65.has received
五、书信范文
From what Gorky said, I believe all beauty around us comes from hard labor. Nothing valuable can exist without people’s diligent work.
Last Labor Day, I helped my grandparents grow vegetables in their garden. Digging soil and watering plants made me tired, but when I picked fresh vegetables later, I felt great joy. I realized labor creates beauty and brings real happiness.
Labor shapes our world. Let’s value labor and take part in it actively.
六、读后续写范文
As the train approached Emma’s stop, Mr. Bennett reached into his briefcase. He took out the copy of The Great Gatsby and handed it to Emma gently, along with the cream-colored card. He told her that life was full of temporary difficulties and she should never give up her dream. If she needed any help, she could call him. Emma thanked him sincerely and got off the train with the book tightly held in her arms.
That evening, as Emma opened the book, a cream-colored card dropped out of it. On the card was a phone number and a sentence: Every dream deserves a chance to bloom. Inspired by Mr. Bennett’s kindness, Emma regained confidence. She kept trying job interviews and finally got a satisfying position weeks later. Whenever she felt upset, she would read the words on the card, remembering the warm encouragement from the old professor she met on the rainy train.

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