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天津市滨海新区天津经济技术开发区第一中学
2025-2026学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试卷
一、单项选择
1. — What do you think of the camping trip we took last weekend
— ______. The scenery was amazing and we had so much fun together.
A．Just so-so B．I can’t think too highly of it C．I could have had a better one D．I’m fed up with it
2. There is a heated debate on ______ traditional festivals should be celebrated in western styles.
A．that B．whether C．what D．how
3. ______, she never gives up exploring new literary works.
A．Young though she is B．Young as is she C．Though young she is D．As young she is
4. He complained about the poor service, and ______ he got a 20% discount from the shop.
A．subsequently B．constantly C．occasionally D．originally
5. Many young people are ______ creative jobs that can bring them a strong sense of achievement.
A．in place of B．in charge of C．in favor of D．in pursuit of
6. Reading is an effective means ______ people can broaden their horizons and enrich their minds.
A．on which B．in which C．by which D．for which
7. She proved to herself that she could ______ her dream, and she finally got into her ideal university.
A．come up with B．look forward to C．live up to D．put up with
8. ______ the serious mistake, she regretted ______ her teacher’s advice.
A．Faced with; not taking B．Facing with; not to take C．Having faced; not take D．Facing; having not taken
9. —I guess you want to go play tennis.
—__________. That’s exactly what I was thinking too.
A．I didn’t get it B．It’s up to you C．You never know D．You read my mind
10. ______ to loud noise continuously, the residents nearby suffered from sleep loss.
A．Exposing B．Exposed C．Having exposed D．To expose
11. Linda takes extra reading classes every weekend ______ she can improve her English quickly.
A．so that B．in case C．as though D．even though
12. The library provides open ______ to digital resources for all registered students.
A．path B．entrance C．way D．access
13. Tom had to______ the invitation to the party last weekend because he was too busy.
A．turn in B．turn down C．turn over D．turn to
14. She ______ volunteer work in mountain villages over the past decade.
A．does B．did C．has been doing D．had done
15. The breathtaking ______ from the church tower takes in the whole orchard heavy with ripe plums.
A．fable B．reputation C．prospect D．elegance
16. How do you ______ the sharp rise of housing prices in small cities these years
A．account for B．answer for C．call for D．stand for
17. All participants ______ submit their application forms before the deadline as stated in the competition rules.
A．can B．shall C．may D．would
18. The bakery released a limited new flavor ______ more customers on National Day.
A．to attract B．attracting C．attracted D．having attracted
19. The athletes in the World Cup showed the skills and determination ______ carry them through every game.
A．when B．that C．why D．what
20. — I lost my ring under the sofa, but I found it finally.
— ______. I thought you might not find it.
A．Take your time B．Let it go C．That’s a relief D．I reckon so
二、完形填空
My husband, our children and I have had wonderful camping experiences over the past ten years.
Some of our ____21____ are funny, especially from the early years when our children were little. Once, we ____22____ along Chalk Creek. I was ____23____ that our 15-month-old boy would fall into the creek (小溪). I tied a rope around his waist to keep him near to our spot. That lasted about ten minutes. He was ____24____, and his crying let the whole campground know it. So ____25____ tying him up, I just kept a close eye on him. It ____26____ — he didn’t end up in the creek. My three-year-old, however, did.
Another time, we rented a boat in Vallecito Lake. The sky was clear when we ____27____, but storms move in fast in the mountains, and this one quickly ____28____ our peaceful morning trip. The ____29____ picked up and thunder rolled. My husband stopped fishing to ____30____ the motor. Nothing. He tried again. No ____31____. We were stuck in the middle of the lake with a dead motor. As we all sat there ____32____, a fisherman pulled up, threw us a rope and towed (拖) us back. We were ____33____.
Now, every year when my husband pulls our camper out of the garage, we are filled with a sense of ____34____, wondering what camping fun and ____35____ we will experience next.
21. A．ideas B．jokes C．recollections D．discoveries
22. A．camped B．drove C．wondered D．cycled
23. A．shocked B．surprised C．disappointed D．worried
24. A．unhurt B．unfortunate C．uncomfortable D．unafraid
25. A．on account of B．instead of C．apart from D．as for
26. A．did the trick B．came around C．came across D．made a difference
27. A．signed up B．calmed down C．checked out D．headed off
28. A．distracted B．interrupted C．completed D．concluded
29. A．wind B．noise C．temperature D．speed
30. A．find B．operate C．launch D．fix
31. A．luck B．answer C．wonder D．signal
32. A．patiently B．exhaustedly C．doubtfully D．helplessly
33. A．sorry B．brave C．secured D．right
34. A．relief B．duty C．glory D．thrill
35. A．failure B．adventure C．performance D．conflict
三、阅读理解
A
Grading Policies for Introduction to Literature
Grading Scale
90-100, A; 80-89, B; 70-79, C; 60-69, D; Below 60, E.
Essays (60%)
Your four major essays will combine to form the main part of the grade for this course: Essay 1 = 10%; Essay 2 = 15%; Essay 3 = 15%; Essay 4 = 20%.
Group Assignments (30%)
Students will work in groups to complete four assignments (作业) during the course. All the assignments will be submitted by the assigned date through Blackboard, our online learning and course management system.
Daily Work / In-Class Writings and Tests / Group Work / Homework (10%)
Class activities will vary from day to day, but students must be ready to complete short in-class writings or tests drawn directly from assigned readings or notes from the previous class’ lecture / discussion, so it is important to take careful notes during class. Additionally, from time to time I will assign group work to be completed in class or short assignments to be completed at home, both of which will be graded.
Late Work
An essay not submitted in class on the due date will lose a letter grade for each class period it is late. If it is not turned in by the 4th day after the due date, it will earn a zero. Daily assignments not completed during class will get a zero. Short writings missed as a result of an excused absence will be accepted.
36. Where is this text probably taken from
A．A textbook.
B．An exam paper.
C．A course plan.
D．An academic article.
37. How many parts is a student’s final grade made up of
A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five.
38. What do we know about Blackboard from the text
A．It is a paper-based homework collection tool.
B．It offers make-up tests for absent students.
C．It mainly stores students’ essay scores.
D．It is used to hand in group assignments online.
39. What can we infer about taking notes in class
A．Students’ class notes will be collected and graded regularly.
B．Notes from previous lessons help students prepare for in-class quizzes.
C．Students only need to take notes on reading assignments after class.
D．Group work tasks are mainly based on students’ class notes.
40. What will happen if you submit an essay one week after the due date
A．You will receive a zero.
B．You will lose a letter grade.
C．You will be given a test.
D．You will have to rewrite it.
B
When John Todd was a child, he loved to explore the woods around his house, observing how nature solved problems. A dirty stream, for example, often became clear after flowing through plants and along rocks where tiny creatures lived. When he got older, John started to wonder if this process could be used to clean up the messes people were making.
After studying agriculture, medicine, and fisheries in college, John went back to observing nature and asking questions. Why can certain plants trap harmful bacteria (细菌) Which kinds of fish can eat cancer-causing chemicals With the right combination of animals and plants, he figured, maybe he could clean up waste the way nature did. He decided to build what he would later call an eco-machine.
The task John set for himself was to remove harmful substances from some sludge (污泥). First, he constructed a series of clear fiberglass tanks connected to each other. Then he went around to local ponds and streams and brought back some plants and animals. He placed them in the tanks and waited. Little by little, these different kinds of life got used to one another and formed their own ecosystem. After a few weeks, John added the sludge.
He was amazed at the results. The plants and animals in the eco-machine took the sludge as food and began to eat it! Within weeks, it had all been digested, and all that was left was pure water.
Over the years, John has taken on many big jobs. He developed a greenhouse-like facility that treated sewage (污水) from 1,600 homes in South Burlington. He also designed an eco-machine to clean canal water in Fuzhou, a city in southeast China.
“Ecological design” is the name John gives to what he does. “Life on Earth is kind of a box of spare parts for the inventor,” he says. “You put organisms in new relationships and observe what’s happening. Then you let these new systems develop their own ways to self-repair.”
41. What can we learn about John from the first two paragraphs
A．He was fond of traveling.
B．He enjoyed being alone.
C．He had an inquiring mind.
D．He longed to be a doctor.
42. Why did John put the sludge into the tanks
A．To feed the animals.
B．To build an ecosystem.
C．To protect the plants.
D．To test the eco-machine.
43. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Fuzhou
A．To review John’s research plans.
B．To show an application of John’s idea.
C．To compare John’s different jobs.
D．To erase doubts about John’s invention.
44. What is the basis for John’s work
A．Nature can repair itself.
B．Organisms need water to survive.
C．Life on Earth is diverse.
D．Most tiny creatures live in groups.
45. Which words can best describe John Todd
A．Brave and modest
B．Curious and practical
C．Careful and strict
D．Humorous and hard-working
C
Parenthood is often described as life’s greatest gift — a journey of deep love and connection. Children are the light of your life, the ones who make everything worthwhile. But, like any long-term relationship, it has its challenging moments. Years ago, I wrote a column suggesting that what most mothers really want for Mother’s Day isn’t flowers or breakfast in bed — it’s an apology. A heartfelt acknowledgement of all the moments their children tested their patience.
Picture this: “March 2004, losing my temper on a ferry — I’m sorry. April 2004, screaming because you broke my chess — I’m sorry. April 2004 again, screaming because the replacement cheese was also ‘wrong’ — I’m sorry.” Parents, of course, could admit their own mistakes, like accidentally ruining childhood myths about Snow White. It would be a way for everyone to start fresh as they entered adulthood.
While I never got those apologies, a recent experience brought me close to that feeling. Both my daughters have recently moved out and started their own independent lives. Watching them face the realities of adulthood has been unexpectedly satisfying. Every time they’re surprised by how difficult life can be, it feels like proof that my years of parenting paid off. In a darkly humorous way, it’s almost like the perfect parent would leave their kids so unprepared that they wouldn’t last a day. Thankfully, I didn’t aim for that kind of perfection — both my daughters are doing well, despite some struggles along the way.
Still, their comments about adult life are little victories for me. One daughter admitted she now understands why I insisted on carpets instead of concrete floors. She even sees the value of things she once laughed at, like curtains and electric blankets. Another revelation came when she discovered how expensive basic items like washing powder are. “Why is something so boring so costly ” she asked, shocked.
It’s not just the financial surprises. They’ve also come to appreciate the small comforts of home. One daughter admitted it’s nice to wake up to someone cooking breakfast. She used to wish I’d leave her alone for a weekend, but now she sees the warmth of having someone there.
I’m still waiting for the ultimate acknowledgement — when they become parents themselves and finally understand my efforts — but for now, these small realizations feel like a sweet reward.
46. According to the author, what do most mothers truly want for Mother’s Day
A．Flowers and breakfast in bed.
B．A genuine expression of regret from their children.
C．A chance to reflect on their parenting achievements.
D．A discussion about childhood myths like Snow White.
47. What does the author find satisfying about her daughters moving out
A．Their newfound freedom.
B．Their financial independence.
C．Finding them unwilling to leave home.
D．Seeing them handle the struggles of adult life.
48. What does the phrase “that kind of perfection” in paragraph 3 refer to
A．Bringing up kids ready to face adult challenges.
B．Being able to gain understanding from grown-up kids.
C．Raising kids without ability to live independently.
D．Providing children with comfortable household supplies.
49. What realization did one of the author’s daughters have about household items
A．Concrete floors are better than carpets.
B．Washing powder is surprisingly expensive.
C．Electric blankets are unnecessary luxuries.
D．Curtains are outdated interior design elements.
50. Why does the author believe her daughters’ small realizations are rewarding
A．They justify her parenting choices.
B．They make her feel less alone.
C．They highlight her daughters’ maturity.
D．They remind her of the warmth of family life.
D 阅读表达
When I slowly opened the front door, my sister ran after our brother, screaming for her doll back. “I have five siblings(brothers and sisters),” I said to my new neighbor, Michelle, a girl of my age. I led her to my bedroom. It was not big but I had to share it with my two sisters. When it was time for dinner, Michelle went back to her house with reluctance (不情愿).
She called me the next day, and I happily accepted her invitation to go to her house. Soon, I was standing at her front door, ringing the bell. A woman answered. “Hello,” she said. “Michelle is upstairs.” I thought that she couldn’t be her mother.
Michelle’s bedroom was more like a princess’s, complete with a king-size bed and a lot of toys I had never seen. How I wished I had such a room of my own! When I asked her about the woman downstairs, Michelle explained to me that she was her nanny (保姆), Marion. Then we played together and had a wonderful time.
I went over to Michelle’s almost every day that summer. I loved being in her clean room. There were no chores, no siblings annoying us, and no parents constantly nagging (唠叨) us. But Michelle told me that her own parents were rarely at home, and her nanny rarely talked to her.
One day, we spent all afternoon playing a video game and forgot the time. My mom called and asked me to have dinner. I looked over at Michelle, rolling my eyes as I begged my mom to let me miss dinner. But that was not a battle I was going to win.
“Fine, Mom, I’ll be home in five minutes,” I said. Suddenly, an idea popped into my mind.
“Wait, Mom!” I said. “Can Michelle have dinner with us tonight ”
There was no extra chair, so we had to share one chair. But Michelle didn’t mind. Her eyes shined as she looked around at our table, talking excitedly with my sisters. When our meal was finished, she turned to me and whispered, “You’re so lucky to have such a big family.”
I looked over at my siblings; they were jumping up and down. My parents were making coffee. Suddenly, my house—my crowded, messy, loud house—seemed like a paradise.
51. Why did Michelle call the author the next day (no more than 8 words)
51________________________
52. How did the author feel after going into Michelle’s bedroom (no more than 5 words)
52________________________
53. What was Michelle’s home like (no more than 10 words)
53________________________
54. What does the underlined phrase in Paragraph 6 mean (no more than 2 words)
54________________________
55. What do you think of the author’s family And why (no more than 20 words)
55________________________
四、书信写作
56. 假设你是李津，你校学生会计划创办英语报，该报开设文学，体育，音乐，科技；校园生活等五个栏目，学生会招募本校学生担任专栏作者，申请者需要提交不少于100字的英文版的自荐信，请你给负责这项工作的外教Mr. Smith写信，主要内容包括：
（1）自我介绍（姓名，性别，年级）；
（2）你所申请的栏目及理由；
（3）对所申请的栏目的理解及计划。
注意：（1）不要逐字翻译提示内容，可适当增加信息。
（2）开头结尾已经给好，不计入总字数。
Dear Mr. Smith,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Jin
参考答案
一、单项选择
1.B 2.B 3.A 4.A 5.D 6.C 7.C 8.A 9.D 10.B 11.A 12.D 13.B 14.C 15.C 16.A 17.B 18.A 19.B 20.C
二、完形填空
21.C 22.A 23.D 24.C 25.B 26.A 27.D 28.B 29.A 30.B 31.A 32.D 33.C 34.D 35.B
三、阅读理解
36.C 37.B 38.D 39.B 40.A 41.C 42.D 43.B 44.A 45.B 46.B 47.D 48.C 49.B 50.A
阅读表达
51. To invite the author to her house.
52. She envied Michelle.
53. Big, clean but quiet and lonely.
54. An idea appeared.
55. Warm and happy, full of love and companionship.
写作范文
Dear Mr. Smith,
I’m Li Jin, a girl from Senior Two. I’m writing to apply for the Sports column writer of our school English newspaper.
I choose this column mainly because I’m crazy about sports. I take part in many sports activities and watch sports news every day, so I have rich related knowledge. In my opinion, the Sports column should record students’ sports events and share sports spirits. If I get the position, I will interview sports lovers, introduce popular sports and write weekly sports articles to attract more readers.
I sincerely hope to get this chance and I will spare no effort to do the work well.
Yours,
Li Jin

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