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陕西宝鸡市
2024-2025学年第二学期高二期末检测英语试题
一、听力选择题
1. What does the woman like best
A．Shopping. B．Drawing. C．Jogging.
2. How does the man usually go to work
A．On foot. B．By bus. C．By car.
3. Who is probably Cathy
A．The man’s wife. B．The man’s student. C．The man’s neighbor.
4. What was damaged in the storm
A．A car. B．The roof. C．A window.
5. What does the man promise to do
A．Pass the examination. B．Come to school at once. C．Make up missed lessons.
听下面一段对话，回答6、7小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Coworkers. B．Old classmates. C．Brother and sister.
7. What does the man plan to do next month
A．Go to the beach. B．Move house. C．Go fishing.
听下面一段对话，回答8、9、10小题。
8. Why does the man talk to the woman
A．To cancel a flight. B．To ask for advice. C．To make an apology.
9. When did the woman go to New Zealand last year
A．In December. B．In October. C．In August.
10. Where did the woman stay in New Zealand
A．In a camp. B．In a hotel. C．At a local family’s home.
听下面一段对话，回答11、12、13小题。
11. Which of the following is a middle-level course
A．Scenery Photography.
B．Introducing Photography.
C．Black and White Photography.
12. How long does Scenery Photography last
A．Six weeks. B．Ten weeks. C．Sixteen weeks.
13. What do we know about Art of Digital Photography
A．It’s a flexible course. B．It needs an interview. C．It runs the longest.
听下面一段对话，回答14、15、16、17小题。
14. What does the man probably think of Bullet Train
A．Humorous. B．Boring. C．Moving.
15. Which film do the speakers decide to watch
A．Bullet Train. B．The Railway Children. C．The Adam Project.
16. How much should the speakers pay for the online tickets
A．$20. B．$10. C．$8.
17. Where will the speakers go next
A．A restaurant. B．A shopping mall. C．A cinema.
听下面一段独白，回答18、19、20小题。
18. Where can the travelers surely get a free pick-up
A．At a place near their hotel.
B．At a spot near the surfing place.
C．At a hotel far away from the beach.
19. What do the fees for surfing include
A．Surfboards. B．Towels. C．Bottled water.
20. What does the speaker remind the travelers to do at last
A．Wear sunglasses. B．Bring enough food. C．Wear sun-protective clothes.
二、阅读理解
A
Four Best Books for Teens
Everything We Never Had
In Randy Ribay’s book, we witness four generations of Filipino American boys — Francisco in 1929, Emil in 1965, Chris in 1983, and Enzo in 2020 — and how the immigrant story in the United States shapes them all.
Every Time You Hear That Song
Inspired by Dolly Parton’s real-life time capsule(胶囊), which sits in Dollywood, waiting to be opened on Dolly’s 100th birthday, Every Time You Hear That Song is written by Jenna Voris from two points of view. The first is that of 17-year-old Darren Purchase, a journalist from the small town of Mayberry, Arkansas, who wants to unearth the story behind country music legend Decklee Cassel’s empty time capsule. The second is that of Decklee Cassel in the 1960s, coming up in the music world, and what she had to give up to succeed.
Snowglobe
In Soyoung Park’s award-winning novel, all is not what it seems in Snowglobe — the sunny, green, celebrity-filled city and the last place on earth that isn’t frozen. Residents of the frozen world (the result of the climate crisis) work hard to keep Snowglobe warm. This book is translated from the original Korean.
Gita Desai Is Not Here to Shut Up
Gita Desai Is Not Here to Shut Up written by Sonia Patel is considered as a tough read that’s worth the discomfort. In it, 18-year-old Gita Desai, a freshman at Stanford, dreams of being a doctor but is pulled off her path by a series of situations that unearth an awful secret from her past. It is based on the author’s own experiences.
21. Who wrote Everything We Never Had
A．Sonia Patel. B．Randy Ribay. C．Soyoung Park. D．Jenna Voris.
22. What is Decklee Cassel
A．A musician. B．A novelist. C．A student. D．A journalist.
23. What is a feature of Gita Desai Is Not Here to Shut Up
A．It is written from two points of view. B．It tells stories of Filipino American boys.
C．It is translated from the original Korean. D．It is based on the author’s own experiences.
B
From Santa Barbara to Scotland, strangers are becoming friends by going on bike rides together. They get paired up by Cycling Without Age, an organization that helps seniors go for bike rides, even if they can’t pedal themselves.
Hugh Lyon and David Lawrence, who are roughly 20 years apart in age, have been riding together for years. The 56-year-old Lawrence serves as a “pilot”, driving the trishaw — a bike with a passenger seat in the front that Cycling Without Age uses for their rides. They go for rides about once a week often discussing the history of their town.
“Despite my departed parents, it gives me a connection with people from an older generation.” said Lawrence. “And I enjoy spending time with them and hearing their stories.”
The pair have formed a friendship outside of cycling. Lawrence said he called Lyon often and went to the gym with him to help him with exercises he couldn’t do on his own.
Ole Kassow, who founded Cycling Without Age, said that’s the power of the program. “The truly powerful thing about these bike rides is that they tie people and stories together to create new relationships.” he told CBS News. “My friendships and the ability to form new relationships at any age are what define a good life, and often also a long and happy life.”
John Boettner started the Santa Barbara chapter. He has one rule for passengers. “They say, ‘What does it cost if I’m going to go for a ride ’ I say. ‘Here’s what it costs: You have to wave. If you don’t wave, I’m going to kick you out,’” he joked. He said he liked when they hit red lights, because it gave them a chance to connect with people on the road. “Driving the trishaw is the best advertisement for Cycling Without Age”, Boettner said. “When you take a 101-year-old woman for a bike ride and she holds your hand tight and says thank you and gives you a kiss on the cheek, it doesn’t get any better than that.”
24. What does the term “pilot” refer to in the text
A．A driver of a trishaw. B．A group leader.
C．A test version of a project. D．A professional airplane operator.
25. What is the main benefit of the bike rides for the younger riders
A．They learn more about world history.
B．They get paid for their time.
C．They form connections with the elderly.
D．They improve their cycling skills.
26. Who first started Cycling Without Age
A．Hugh Lyon. B．David Lawrence. C．John Boettner. D．Ole Kassow.
27. Why does John Boettner require passengers to wave during the bike rides
A．To keep them awake. B．To make them exercise.
C．To promote the program. D．To signal to other drivers.
C
When you set up a bird feeder in your yard, you might think you’re simply providing a meal for your feathered friends. But a fascinating new study reveals that these seemingly simple devices have a complex history of design.
Researchers in Finland have uncovered the surprising evolution (演变) of bird feeder design over the past century. The team examined Finnish newspapers and magazines from the late 19th century to the late 20th century, analyzing all content related to bird feeders. The study’s results paint a picture of constant innovation in bird feeder design.
Early designs were simple, often just flat wooden boards. As bird feeding became more popular, designs became more complex. Roofs were added to provide protection for food during rain and snow days. Concerns about cats and other predators (捕食者) led to hanging designs and feeders mounted on tall poles. In the mid-20th century, there was a shift towards excluding larger birds. Designs featured smaller openings or were made to be too small for larger birds to use comfortably.
Perhaps the most significant change came in the 1980s, when concerns about salmonella (沙门氏菌) led to a complete rethinking of bird feeder design. New models prevented birds from sitting directly above the food, and materials shifted from wood to more easily cleaned metals and plastics.
While this study provides a fascinating look at the evolution of bird feeder design, it does have some limitations. The research focuses only on Finland, and practices may have differed in other countries. The study relies on published materials, which may not fully represent all bird feeder designs in use at any given time.
This study demonstrated that the evolution of bird feeder design serves as a reminder of the unintended consequences of our interactions with nature. Every attempt to solve one problem — keeping out cats, excluding larger birds, or preventing disease transmission creates new challenges and motivates further innovation.
28. What did the Finnish researchers use to study bird feeder design evolution
A．Internet blog posts.
B．Interviews with bird experts.
C．Advertisements from bird feeder manufacturers.
D．Finnish newspapers and magazines.
29. Why were bird feeders designed with roofs
A．To make them easier to clean.
B．To attract a wider variety of birds.
C．To prevent larger birds from using them.
D．To protect the food from rain and snow.
30. What does the underlined word “excluding” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A．Including. B．Attracting. C．Preventing. D．Protecting.
31. Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A．The History of Bird Feeding
B．The Evolution of Bird Feeder Design
C．The Impact of Bird Feeders on Wildlife
D．Innovations in Bird Feeding Techniques
D
We all know someone who never seems to be on time. But is there a good explanation for why some people are always late The habit of being late probably results from a number of factors, including time perception (知觉), time management and personality, experts say.
“It is likely that there’s a mechanism in the brain that causes some people to be late for meetings because they underestimate the time it will take them to get there,” said Hugo Spiers, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at University College London.
“The hippocampus (海马体) is a region of the brain which processes some aspects of time, such as remembering when to do something and how long it takes,” Spiers said. Neurons in the hippocampus acting as “time cells” contribute to our perception and memory of events, but why exactly some people always underestimate time is unclear.
One factor may be how familiar we are with space. For the 2017 study, Spiers asked 20 students who had newly moved to London to sketch a map of their college district and estimate travel time to different destinations. While the students’ space estimates expanded if they knew an area well, their estimates of travel time reduced with familiarity. “If you’re very familiar with a space, you start to discount the trouble it will take.” Spiers said.
Another environmental factor may be crowdedness. In a 2022 study, researchers asked participants to estimate the length of more or less crowded simulated subway trips. They found that crowded commutes felt like they took 10% longer than less busy rides.
Personality also plays a role in running late. Certain personality traits, such as reduced conscientiousness (责任), can cause some people to forget tasks that they had planned ahead of time. Another factor that may influence a person’s timeliness is his or her tendency to multitask. Research has shown that people who multitask are less likely to remember and complete other scheduled tasks on time.
32. What role does the hippocampus play according to the text
A．It processes time-related memory. B．It measures distance accurately.
C．It helps with multitasking abilities. D．It predicts future events with precision.
33. What is the fourth paragraph mainly about
A．The importance of a college district.
B．A study on the adaptation of new students.
C．The effect of familiarity with space on time estimation.
D．The influence of environmental factors on travel time.
34. Which of the following factors is least likely to be related to being late according to the text
A．Familiarity with space. B．The brain’s perception of time.
C．The speed of a person’s walking. D．The crowdedness of public transportation.
35. In which section of a website can we probably read the text
A．Health Culture. B．Entertainment News.
C．Education and Learning. D．Lifestyle and Psychology.
七选五
How to Beat Boredom over the Summer
The first week of summer is wonderful. By the second week, you almost want to go back to school early. Shake that thought out of your head. There’s a world of activity out there, so seize the day and see what catches your attention.
Learn a new hobby. Is there something you’ve always wanted to learn, but didn’t think you could ____36____ You can learn to play a musical instrument. Taking up singing or dancing is also a good choice.
Volunteer. ____37____ Of course, you’re working towards a good cause as well. Volunteering is always a great way to give back to the community, connect and meet new people as well as a relaxing form of exercising. Look for an organization in your area that picks up trash, works with injured or abandoned animals, or works for political causes.
____38____ Look at your town’s tourism website or brochures advertising events and find out what attracts people traveling from other locations. There might be anything from museums to playgrounds lurking (潜藏) in your town, or areas a short drive away.
Check out a set of books from the library. Books can transport you into a different world, or let you see through the eyes of others. Try learning all you can on a particular topic. ____39____ Some of the world’s top universities even post lectures online, and these are often more interesting than high school classes.
Learn a language. Knowing a foreign language can lead to many opportunities, not to mention it looks good on college applications. Get started by finding a beginner’s class nearby, or ask a friend or family member to teach you a language they know. ____40____
A．Act like a tourist in your town.
B．Work as a guide to promote your city.
C．Helping your community can be satisfying, uplifting work.
D．If you want to learn even more, try an online college course.
E．Summer might provide the free time you need to pick up something new.
F．It’ll keep you busy, introduce you to new people, and enable you to earn money.
G．It’s also a good idea to search online for language courses or conversation partners.
三、完形填空
Granny Basketball is more competitive than you’d think! Just ask the women over 50 who ____41____ in the 18th annual Granny National Basketball Championships last weekend. Hosted in Decorah, Iowa, the event ____42____ teams from across the country. Players might ____43____ different walks of life, but they all have one thing ____44____: They’re members of the Granny Basketball League (联盟).
Founded by Barb McPherson Trammell, this organization offers ____45____ women an unbelievable opportunity to stay ____46____, make friends and relieve stress. Grannies play by a (n) ____47____ set of rules to make up for any ____48____ mobility. According to their website, it’s “a game for ____49____ of a certain age.” Regulations include a strict “no running” policy, instead ____50____ players to speed walk. Jumping is not ____51____, either.
____52____, there are 42 Granny Basketball teams in the United States. National Championships have been held for the ____53____ every year since 2008. Grannies have also been ____54____ to compete against teams outside their league for charity, including men’s and women’s teams of all ages. Of course, the changed ____55____ apply to their competitors as well.
“I think we’re redefining (重新定义) what old is,” said one player.
41. A．talked B．lied C．believed D．played
42. A．improved B．saved C．attracted D．tracked
43. A．come from B．give up C．adapt to D．search for
44. A．in hurry B．in print C．in need D．in common
45. A．young B．senior C．gifted D．disabled
46. A．fit B．calm C．awake D．quiet
47. A．impossible B．unnecessary C．different D．difficult
48. A．shared B．limited C．social D．great
49. A．women B．men C．girls D．boys
50. A．teaching B．helping C．persuading D．encouraging
51. A．recognized B．allowed C．praised D．compared
52. A．Immediately B．Unlikely C．Currently D．Unfortunately
53. A．job B．future C．record D．sport
54. A．reminded B．refused C．known D．warned
55. A．orders B．rules C．values D．messages
四、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。
Confucius was a famous teacher, politician and philosopher (哲学家) who lived in China over 2,600 years ago. Today, he is considered to be one of the world’s ____56____ (great) teachers.
Historians believe that Confucius ____57____ (bear) in 551 BCE during China’s “Spring and Autumn Period” (771 — 476 BCE). During this period, many rulers were fighting across the country. Because of all the fighting, life was difficult for the poor. They worked hard for their rulers and received little money ____58____ return.
As Confucius grew up, his favorite thing ____59____ (do) was learning. His mother saw this and did her best to help him learn. ____60____ (eventual), wealthy families noticed how smart he was ____61____ offered him jobs counting their money and keeping track of their crops.
Confucius did this until he was 30 years old, but he always wanted to do more. For ____62____ rest of his life, Confucius traveled and taught the people of China about self-discipline (自律) and the ____63____ (important) of education. He even opened China’s first school in ____64____ he taught both the poor and the wealthy as equals.
In 479 BCE, Confucius died at the age of 72. His loyal students continued to travel around China long after his death, teaching all ____65____ (class) of people.
五、书信写作
66. 假定你是李华，你的朋友Jason来信说他最近面临考试压力很大，每天都很疲惫，心情很低落，学习效果不好，他很烦恼。故写信向你寻求帮助。请你给他回信，内容包括：1.表示理解并安慰；2.提出建议。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。
Dear Jason,
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Yours truly,
Li Hua
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。
When I was a freshman in high school, I noticed a student who was different from others. His name was Kyle. Kyle had a physical problem that made it difficult for him to move around like everyone else. He used crutches (拐杖) to walk, which sometimes made him a target for bullying (欺侮) by some unfriendly students. One day, a group of mean kids ran towards him, knocking all his books out of his arms, and he fell to the ground. His glasses flew off, and I saw them land on the ground about ten feet away from him. He looked up, and I saw deep sadness in his eyes.
I felt sorry for him. So, I ran over to him, and as he searched for his glasses, I saw a tear in his eye. I gave him his glasses back and said, “Those guys are mean. They should find something better to do.” He looked at me and said, “Hey, thanks!”
We talked all the way home, and I carried his books. He turned out to be a really nice boy. We hung out every weekend, and the more I got to know Kyle, the more I liked him. Despite his challenge, Kyle had a great spirit. He never let his difficulties define him and always faced them with bravery and a positive attitude.
Kyle was the top student in our class. He was one of those guys who really grew a lot during high school. Sometimes I felt a bit envious. And the day when we held the graduation ceremony was one of those days. I could see that he was worried about his speech. So, I patted him on the back and said, “Hey, big guy! You’ll do great!!”
He looked at me with that really grateful look and smiled. “Thanks,” he said. As he started his speech, he cleared his throat and began, “Graduation is a time to thank those who helped you get through the tough times. Your parents, your teachers, your brothers and sisters, maybe a coach... but mostly your friends. I’m here to tell all of you that being a friend to someone is the best gift you can give them. I’m going to tell you a story.”
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。
I just looked at my friend in surprise as he told the story of the day we met.
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I smiled back, tears in my eyes.
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陕西宝鸡市2024-2025学年第二学期高二期末检测英语试题
一、听力（1-20）
二、阅读理解（21-35）
21.B 22.A 23.D
24.A 25.C 26.D 27.C
28.D 29.D 30.C 31.B
32.A 33.C 34.C 35.D
七选五（36-40）
36.E 37.C 38.A 39.D 40.G
三、完形填空（41-55）
41.D 42.C 43.A 44.D 45.B
46.A 47.C 48.B 49.A 50.D
51.B 52.C 53.D 54.C 55.B
四、语法填空（56-65）
56. greatest
57. was born
58. in
59. to do
60. Eventually
61. and
62. the
63. importance
64. which
65. classes
五、书信写作范文（80词左右）
Dear Jason,
I’m sorry to know that you are suffering from great exam pressure and feeling exhausted and upset recently. It’s totally normal to have such feelings, so don’t be too hard on yourself.
Here are some useful suggestions. First, arrange your study time reasonably and take regular breaks to relax your mind. Second, doing proper exercise can effectively relieve stress. Besides, you can talk to your parents or friends to release your negative feelings.
I believe you will get out of the trouble and make progress soon.
Yours truly,
Li Hua
六、读后续写范文
I just looked at my friend in surprise as he told the story of the day we met. He told the whole school how I had helped him pick up his books and comforted him when he was bullied. He said that small act of kindness changed his life. He had almost given up and felt hopeless before that day, but my kindness made him believe there were still warm people in the world and gave him courage to move forward.
I smiled back, tears in my eyes. I never imagined that a tiny good deed I did casually would mean so much to him. At that moment, I realized that kindness is powerful. Even a simple help can light up others’ lives. True friendship lies in mutual warmth and support. I felt extremely proud and grateful to have such a precious friend by my side.

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