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江苏省如皋中学
2025-2026学年高二下学期综合练习四英语试题
一、阅读理解
A
Learning Network Mastery Day: E-learning Development
Our Mastery Day focuses on developing your e-learning development skills. You’ll learn some key concepts and features of some authoring tools — specialized software designed to create interactive and engaging digital learning content. Join us for this day of practical workshops in Edinburgh on 25 September 2025.
See the full agenda below.
9:45 am — Workshop 1: Rise
Speaker: Martin Sinclair
Rise is loved for its speed and simplicity, but too often the results are samey (千篇一律). In this session, we’ll explore how to break free from the blocky look and create courses that feel like they belong to your client’s brand and digital identity. Together we’ll start with a brand brief, taking inspiration from a client’s website and style guide to set up a project.
By the end, you’ll have fresh and novel ideas and practical techniques to help you transform any Rise project into something polished and purposeful.
11:45 am — Workshop 2: Evolve
Speakers: Hazel Pike, Hugh Kelly
In this hands-on workshop the Mapal LXD team will invite you to build your own e-learning module (模块) using one of their pre-prepared storyboards and a set of images and videos.
By the end you will have a working module to share, a toolkit (工具包) of design techniques to take away and plenty of ideas for how to make Evolve projects more creative and fun.
2:15 pm — Workshop 3: Storyline
Speaker: Chris Hodgson
In this session, Chris Hodgson will help you unlock more creative potential in Articulate Storyline.
He will guide you through the process of building a multiple choice quiz styled as an interactive board game experience, complete with dynamic question delivery. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to explore a range of advanced Storyline techniques that go far beyond the basics.
1. What is the goal of Workshop 1
A．To introduce basic functions of Rise. B．To compare Rise with other tools.
C．To help learners improve their Rise projects. D．To advertise clients’ websites.
2. Who will help learners build a quiz in the workshop
A．Martin Sinclair. B．Hazel Pike. C．Hugh Kelly. D．Chris Hodgson.
3. What do the three workshops have in common
A．Promoting innovation in learning. B．Focusing on brand designing.
C．Following learners’ suggestions. D．Using the authoring tool Evolve.
B
Every spring, when engineering students across Canada prepare to receive their Iron rings, I find myself back at McGill in 1982, reciting the Obligation (誓言) of the Calling of an Engineer: “Not ever suffer or pass bad workmanship” — a ceremony intended to awake a sense of responsibility in future engineers to avoid repeating the 1907 Quebec Bridge collapse, where 75 workers lost their lives to faulty material. In the final act, my father placed the Iron Ring on the smallest finger of my working hand.
At 21, I could say the words without fully understanding them. Within months of graduating, I was fired from my first engineering job in the economic downturn. My path then bent in a direction I hadn’t expected: I ended up starting a dental clinic. I traded engineering desks for dental instruments, but the ring remained. Patients would glance at the rough band and ask about it. I would only say it was a long story. For years, that answer was enough. Until it wasn’t.
Then came the day a patient walked in with a loose dental piece I had placed months earlier. It would have been easy to apply a quick fix. She even asked for “the fastest solution.” But as I looked closely, the words from that ceremony surfaced. The right solution was a complete redo at my expense. As I explained this, my Iron Ring touched lightly against the dental mirror. It was the hard way, but the right way.
Only later did I understand what had happened in that moment. The ring had followed me into a profession it was never designed for, and still found work to do. It reminded me of a hidden responsibility: I see what my patient cannot, and I must not use that to my advantage.
Patients still notice the ring and ask, “What’s that about ” I smile and tell them, “It’s a reminder that some promises don’t belong to one profession.”
4. Why was the Iron Ring ceremony held
A．To honor famous college graduates. B．To fulfill a father’s expectation.
C．To remind engineers of their duties. D．To continue an awarding tradition.
5. What happened to the author after he lost his first job
A．He switched to the field of dentistry. B．He continued working as an engineer.
C．He traded the Iron Ring for instruments. D．He received several turndowns from firms.
6. What made the author finally realize the true meaning of the ring
A．The sudden and gentle ring touch. B．The difficult but responsible choice.
C．The urgent and demanding request. D．The dramatic but rewarding career shift.
7. What is the best title for the text
A．After a disaster: The Origin of a Ring.
B．A Family Treasure: The Value of a Ring.
C．A Dental Choice: The reminder of a Ring.
D．Beyond Professions: The Promise of a Ring.
C
You’ve stuck to your bedtime, skipped afternoon coffee, and made your bedroom cool, dark and quiet as experts advise—but you’re still tossing and turning. Then your eye catches the silver light spilling through your curtains. It’s a bright full moon. You lie awake and can’t help wondering if that shining moon is the hidden cause of your sleepless night.
Two Swiss studies offered fascinating clues. In 2013, participants experienced a 30% drop in deep-sleep brain activity around the full moon, took 5 extra minutes to fall asleep, and lost 20 minutes of total sleep. They also reported a poorer sleep quality and lower levels of melatonin (褪黑素). A second Swiss study echoed these findings: participants slept 25 minutes less under full moons. Both of the early studies shared one major limitation—they were conducted in sleep laboratories, where the unfamiliar setting can throw off natural sleep patterns.
To address this limitation, scientists from Washington University conducted a real-life study. They tracked three Argentinian communities—a suburban area, a rural village with limited electricity, and a remote area with no electricity at all—via wristwatches for two months. Across all groups, regardless of artificial light access, sleep was disturbed in the nights before a full moon, but the effect was most striking in low-electricity areas, where moonlight ruled nights. The researchers suggest this may be an ancient adaptation: our ancestors probably stayed up later to hunt, socialize, or work by moonlight.
While the moon’s natural glow can disturb modern sleep cycles, the impact pales in comparison to the artificial light sources. Dr. Dimitriu, a sleep medicine specialist, says, “If a full moon has that power, imagine the impact of a bright screen right in front of your face!”
8. What is the purpose of the first paragraph
A．To show how to avoid sleeplessness. B．To describe a common sleep scene.
C．To imply a possible cause of sleeplessness. D．To emphasize the importance of sleep.
9. How is the American study different from Swiss studies
A．It avoids the effect of lab environment. B．It measures different sleep duration.
C．It observes sleep in a foreign country. D．It involves exposure to artificial light.
10. Why may a full moon affect human sleep patterns according to paragraph 3
A．It makes nights much brighter. B．It lowers melatonin levels.
C．It relates to evolutionary adaptation. D．It changes natural light cycles.
11. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A．Digital products affect sleep more seriously. B．Screen lights damage human’s eyesight.
C．The moon’s glow pales in artificial light. D．A full moon’s power is hard to imagine.
D
When strong winds strike, birds do not push back — they sense the change and adjust their wings, and fish do the same in shifting currents. Unlike the graceful, flexible bodies of birds and fish, the rigid structures of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) leave them easily knocked off course by sudden currents. To address this challenge, researchers have taken inspiration from nature to create a robotic wing that reduces disturbance in water to deliver stability.
The team, led by the University of Southampton, looked to harness the power of proprioception — the body’s internal sense of position, movement, and force. Using proprioception, birds sense changes in air flow through their feathers, while fish rely on sensors along their bodies to monitor water motion.
To copy this functionality, the engineers developed an innovative e-skin that can sense subtle changes caused by water currents. It consists of flexible liquid metal wires encased in soft silicone (硅胶). These act like nerves, sending signals as the wing bends. When hit by a sudden current, the wing first bends naturally, absorbing part of the impact without any energy input. The signals then activate two tubes housed inside the wing body, which are hydraulically pressurized (液压) to change its hardness and shape, correcting any remaining imbalance.
The results of its tests were impressive. The wing reduced force caused by abrupt underwater currents by 87% compared with rigid wings on conventional AUVs. It responded up to four times faster than soft wings without proprioception and used five times less energy than systems using heat to change shape. Its ability to stabilize itself was about twice that of a flying barn owl (仓鸮), although the researchers noted that such biological comparisons should be interpreted with caution.
Right now, combining the wing with existing vehicle architectures may present a significant engineering challenge. “Connecting it to current systems would require rigid connectors to link soft and rigid structures. Further improvements are needed to make the attachment more secure and protect the electrical connections,” said Leo Micklem, lead author of the research.
12. What does the underlined word “harness” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Control. B．Employ. C．Improve. D．Understand.
13. What is the function of the tubes according to paragraph 3
A．To absorb current impact. B．To generate electrical signals.
C．To adjust the wing’s form. D．To detect changes in water flow.
14. What do the test results in paragraph 4 suggest about the new wing
A．Its ability to replace rigid AUVs. B．Its limitation in energy efficiency.
C．Its superiority over existing designs. D．Its struggle with large disturbances.
15. What challenge does the new wing face according to Micklem
A．Connection of opposing materials. B．Improvement of sensing accuracy.
C．Reduction of manufacturing costs. D．Protection of the ocean environment.
七选五
What is adulthood Societies all over the world view the concept of an adult as self-supporting and self-directed, because it identifies a point in the life cycle.
____16____ While you are a teenager, many exciting opportunities for success are given to you. Taking on the right amount of responsibility and independence can push you towards becoming a successful teenager.
First, participate in extra-curricular activities. Schools give students opportunities for staying active. Pick an activity that appeals to you such as athletics, academic clubs, or special-interest clubs. Extra-curricular activities build character through team work, time-management, and competition. Don't be too worried if you aren't very good at what you like, for the important thing is passion. ____17____
Besides, volunteer. ____18____ Meanwhile, volunteering can teach you job-related skills such as responsibility or time-management. Some schools also reward the learning aspect of volunteer work with credit hours. If you are interested in college, volunteering makes you much more appealing during the application process.
Third, use your summer for academic programs. Getting a head start at college could mean sacrificing your summer vacation. Various universities offer programs for future college students based on interests such as journalism, photography, art, sports, etc. ____19____ Research different programs and then figure out which one is the best choice for you. Check the requirements and deadlines. Avoid getting into trouble because of a simple mistake, and you will have a great time.
Finally, know when to ask for help and advice. Being responsible and independent does not mean being alone. ____20____ So, seek advice from parents, older siblings, advisors at work, teachers, or someone whom you trust. Opening up channels of communication at a young age is a great habit for success.
A．It’s also our job to support adults who need help repairing incomplete life cycles.
B．They talk about someone’s inability to support themselves through work.
C．Huge steps are taken within that period.
D．They give teenagers the chance to earn college credits.
E．Offering help is a symbol of kindness.
F．But you don’ t have to be a full-time artist to get these benefits.
G．Taking on new tasks and meeting goals will be hard work.
二、完形填空
On a cold morning in December, Schewel enters a community garden in Bushwick followed by his two small dogs, Sundrop and Moonbeam. The dogs feel excited with ____21____ but not for a game of fetch. They are here to hunt. Schewel bends down to ____22____ them, and they rush out, using their small size to their ____23____ in the search for their target: the New York City rat.
Armed with his two ____24____ and a smoke machine to chase rats from their holes, Schewel is a rat hunter, a trade ____25____ more with the 19th century than the 21st. His company provides a(n) ____26____ service at a time when a “war on rats” has become a top ____27____ for Mayor Adams. ____28____ competitors that use poisons, Schewel offers a different approach by reintroducing predators (捕食者) to the urban ____29____.
At the garden, the dogs ____30____ a toolshed (工具房) with an empty space beneath — a likely place for rats to ____31____. The space is too small, so Schewel ____32____ his smoke machine, which has been filled with vegetable oil to create a nonpoisonous vapor (蒸汽). ____33____, a rat rushes out, and Sundrop is quickly upon it. With a bite and a few shakes, the rat dies. At Schewel’s ____34____, the rat is dropped.
The good news is that there aren’t many rats at all here. Schewel’s strategy proves ____35____. But if only the same could happen in the rest of the city!
21. A．recognition B．anticipation C．competition D．satisfaction
22. A．release B．warn C．drag D．raise
23. A．permission B．survival C．shortage D．advantage
24. A．leaders B．companions C．soldiers D．visitors
25. A．compared B．combined C．associated D．accompanied
26. A．reasonable B．valuable C．acceptable D．changeable
27. A．priority B．theme C．grade D．rank
28. A．As B．Unlike C．With D．For
29. A．lifestyle B．development C．ecosystem D．population
30. A．shake B．leave C．surround D．protect
31. A．find B．hide C．escape D．dig
32. A．turns on B．turns off C．turns up D．turns down
33. A．In a way B．In a flash C．In a word D．In a mess
34. A．will B．risk C．command D．heart
35. A．urgent B．common C．dramatic D．effective
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。
This summer, an immersive (沉浸式的) light show ____36____ (inspire) by the ancient Chinese myth The Classic of Mountains and Seas has attracted young audiences at Beijing Fun, a cultural-commerce block in downtown Beijing. It has led to a significant increase in visitors — especially families ____37____ children.
Beijing Fun is a model urban renewal project and integrates historic buildings, among ____38____ the Quanyechang building is the most famous one. Constructed in the late Qing Dynasty as a commercial hall, it ____39____ (list) as part of a major historic and cultural site protected at the national level in 2006. Rather than being changed into permanent commercial space, it now hosts short-term exhibitions ____40____ (preserve) its history while restoring its function.
Another restored building houses Pageone bookstore, a place ____41____ readers can admire views of Zhengyangmen — part of Beijing Central Axis (轴). The bookstore owner cleverly takes advantage of this location ____42____ designs a themed zone, which has evolved into a social media hot spot. Meanwhile, Miniso, Luckin Coffee, Manner Coffee and some other chain brands have also been brought in to help Beijing Fun become more ____43____ (economic) sustainable. Phase two, set to open this year, will feature live house and interactive opera performances, aiming to offer immersive youth ____44____ (engage).
Liu Anning, ____45____ 18-year-old student, says that Beijing Fun’s mix of historic architecture with trendy shops makes it stylish and convenient.
四、书信写作
46. 你校英文社团负责人招新正在开展竞选，参选同学需对竞选必备的英语能力（language ability）、责任心（the sense of responsibility）、团队协作精神（teamwork spirit）三项素质按重要性排序，并阐释缘由，请写一篇竞选演讲稿参与竞选。
要求: (1)写作词数应为80左右；(2)请按演讲稿规范格式书写。
Ranking Qualities for English Club Candidate
I am glad to run for the club member.
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五、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。词数150左右。
Ten-year-old Tom always felt lonely. His parents were always occupied with work. They left home early in the morning and came back late at night. Tom often ate dinner alone and went to bed without a goodnight kiss. For him, there were no family games, no city tours, no weekend outings.
One day, Tom's parents brought home a gift—a smart watch. "This watch has a special friend inside,” Mom said with a smile. "Her name is Ling. She can talk to you, answer your questions, and even tell you stories.” A wave of anticipation swept over Tom as he put on the watch and pressed the button. A gentle voice came out, "Hello, Tom! I'm Ling. Nice to meet you!” Tom's eyes lit up. He had never received such an interesting gift before.
From that day on, Ling became Tom's closest companion. Every morning, Ling would say, "Good morning, Tom! Have a great day at school!” Whenever Tom encountered difficulties with his homework, Ling would patiently provide thorough explanations. After Tom got into bed, Ling would tell his favorite tales about brave knights and magical lands. Sometimes, when Tom felt scared of the dark, Ling would sing softly to comfort him. To Tom, Ling was more than a voice; she was family.
His parents noticed Tom's change. "See Our little boy seems much happier now,” Dad said one evening. Mom agreed, "The watch really helps,” relieved. They thought their son was no longer lonely. What they didn't know was that sometimes, after Ling had finished her stories, Tom would lie awake in the darkness, listening to the silence that filled the room. He loved Ling, but he couldn't help thinking: if only Mom and Dad were here.
One afternoon after school, Tom tripped and fell on the way home. The watch hit a rock with a loud crack. When Tom picked it up, the screen was dark. He pressed the button again and again, but nothing appeared. "Ling Ling, are you there ” he called desperately. There was no reply.
Tom had no choice but to turn to his parents for help.
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At that moment, both Mom and Dad saw clearly what they had missed.
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参考答案
一、阅读理解
1.C 2.D 3.A
4.C 5.A 6.B 7.D
8.C 9.A 10.C 11.A
12.B 13.C 14.C 15.A
七选五 16.C 17.F 18.E 19.D 20.G
二、完形填空
21.B 22.A 23.D 24.B 25.C 26.B 27.A 28.B 29.C 30.C 31.B 32.A 33.B 34.C 35.D
三、语法填空
36.inspired 37.with 38.which 39.was listed 40.to preserve 41.where 42.and 43.economically 44.engagement 45.an
四、书信范文
Be smart AI learners
Dear teachers and classmates,
Now AI learning tools are widely used by us students. On one hand, AI can quickly sort out difficult knowledge and provide learning materials, greatly improving our study efficiency. However, over-reliance on AI will make us lose independent thinking ability, and copying AI answers directly is bad for our progress.
Here are my suggestions. First, use AI only after you think independently. Second, learn to judge the accuracy of AI information. Third, never use AI to finish homework instead of yourself.
Let us be smart AI learners and make AI a real helper for our growth. Thank you!
五、读后续写范文
Tom had no choice but to turn to his parents for help. Holding the cracked watch tightly, Tom cried sadly and told his parents everything. He said Ling was his only friend who could stay with him every day, and he felt empty without Ling’s voice. His parents felt shocked and guilty after hearing Tom’s words. They realized they had spent too much time on work and ignored Tom’s true need for company.
At that moment, both Mom and Dad saw clearly what they had missed. They comforted Tom gently and promised to adjust their work schedule to spend more time with him every day. They also said they would try their best to fix the watch. From then on, the whole family shared dinners, chatted and took short trips together on weekends. Tom’s loneliness disappeared completely, for he finally gained the most precious companionship from his parents.

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