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2024-2025学年高二下学期4月期中联考英语试题
一、阅读理解
（一）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。
A
Better ways to use your phone
Zedge
Remember how exciting it was to make your phone unique with cool ringtones (铃声) and wallpapers Zedge, an easy-to-use app, is here to bring that fun back. Its main function is to offer millions of HD wallpapers, live photos, cool ringtones, alarm sounds and notification sounds — totally based on your personal taste.
While you might need to watch an ad to download some content, the convenience makes it worth the waiting time. Zedge can also help you bring out the best of your imagination. Want to see a blue dog riding a bicycle Describe it to Zedge and its AI helper will create it for you! You can also check out the community gallery to see other people’s AI works.
Slowly
In our fast-paced world of instant messaging over WeChat, do you ever imagine what it would be like to stay in touch with someone by mail Give Slowly a try free of charge!
The app features combining the charm of traditional mail with the convenience of modern technology. Its aim is to help you form new friendships with people across the world in a meaningful way.
Using the app, you can either search for pen pals or let the app automatically match you with like-minded others. You can find your pen pal based on topics of interest, age range and gender. You can also choose different languages, making it a great way to find an English-speaking pen pal.
1. What is the main purpose of the Zedge app
A．To inspire super creativity.
B．To offer a download platform.
C．To provide individualized service.
D．To create AI content for others.
2. What is the feature of the Slowly app
A．It automatically searches for pen pals.
B．It uses instant messaging for staying connected.
C．It develops new friendships in a face-to-face way.
D．It connects traditional mail with modern technology.
3. What do the two apps have in common
A．They can enrich our imagination.
B．They can be accessible free of charge.
C．They can bring convenience to our life.
D．They can guide users to learn English.
B
After four years at university, my 21-year-old son returned home and continued his online studies. During his time living independently, he developed a passion for cooking, focusing on meals rich in meat, fat, starches, garlic, and spices. While his brother enjoys these dinners, my husband and I quietly add roasted vegetables to balance our diet. Mostly, we’re grateful that someone else is cooking and that the food is delicious.
At his age, I had never lived on my own. My grandmother and mother controlled the kitchen, and my one attempt at cooking a family meal ended badly, leaving my grandmother sick for days. Determined to do things differently, I encouraged my children to use the kitchen independently, hoping they would grow up enjoying cooking rather than fearing it as I had.
It worked. My youngest son is now a passionate and careful cook, though the kitchen is always a mess after he’s done. To keep him company, I recently offered to be his sous-chef while he prepared another amazing meal. This also gave me a precious opportunity to spend time with him, as hanging out with parents is no longer his priority.
As we cooked together, he directed me with requests like, “Can you crack a couple of eggs into a bowl ” and “Please stir the sugar and rice vinegar.” After each task, I responded with, “Yes, Chef!” Over time, I realized that every “Yes, Chef!” was my way of saying, “I love you.” When the family sat down to eat, I praised his cooking, and he quietly replied, “Thank you, sous-chef.” That simple response was all the comfort I needed.
4. How does the author feel about her son’s cooking most of the time
A．Appreciative of his effort.
B．Frustrated by the mess.
C．Concerned about his diet.
D．Critical of his techniques.
5. What inspired the author to allow her children to cook independently
A．Her grandmother’s death.
B．Her family members’ advice.
C．Her children’s determination.
D．Her own childhood experience.
6. Why did the author want to act as her son’s sous-chef
A．To teach him kitchen skills.
B．To keep the kitchen organized.
C．To discourage his cooking passion.
D．To strengthen parent-child relationship.
7. What does the phrase “Yes, Chef!” symbolize for the author
A．Her love for her son.
B．Her respect for her son’s cooking.
C．Her expectations of her son.
D．Her joy in having meals prepared.
C
Whether you want to assess your hormone (荷尔蒙) levels or heart health, find out why you’re tired all the time or get a general wellness profile, increasing numbers of at-home self-testing tools are promising to help. Often, these are marketed as a flexible way of taking control of your personal health.
Self-diagnosis tests are flooding the market. “Many consumers are using them because they’re accessible, because it can take weeks to get a doctor’s appointment, and they might be denied the test they want,” says Patti Shih, a sociologist.
Although some self-tests might be useful, there are a range of problems associated with using them, such as lack of medical guidance. Doctors will look at a patient’s medical history and assess symptoms before deciding on the appropriate method of diagnosis. They will also follow up and interpret any results. But with self-testing, all of that may be missing.
Others might give accurate results but still won’t be particularly helpful. Even some of them aren’t backed by science. For example, some companies market saliva (唾液) tests as a way to detect hormonal issues. However, scientific evidence shows that saliva tests are not reliable, as they do not account for the complex interactions between hormones in the body.
Shih has been studying YouTube influencers who promote self-diagnosis. Her concerns include misleading information, the risk of over-testing, and that self-testing may lead to unnecessary use of non-evidence-based supplements and treatments that carry health risks. “Perhaps most concerning are the cancer self-tests being marketed and sold in the US. These claim to detect over 50 types of cancer before symptoms have occurred.” she added.
Largely thanks to advances in diagnostic technology and digital health, in the US alone, sales of direct-to-consumer tests increased from $15 million in 2010 to $1.15 billion in 2022. Self-testing isn’t likely to go away, so experts are calling for better regulation and for patients to have clearer information about when testing is recommended and when it is not.
8. Why do people choose self-testing tools
A．They can assess hormone levels accurately.
B．They can replace professional medical advice.
C．They are effective in controlling disease process.
D．They are superior in availability and flexibility.
9. What do the third and fourth paragraphs mainly discuss
A．The wide popularity of self-testing.
B．Some failed cases about self-testing.
C．The associated problems of self-testing.
D．Some scientific doubts about self-testing.
10. What is Shih’s biggest concern
A．Misuse of untested supplements.
B．Promotion of so-called cancer self-tests.
C．Misleading information from sales markets.
D．Hidden risks of too much self-testing at home.
11. What suggestion do the experts give for self-testing
A．Self-testing should be managed intensively.
B．Consumers should stop self-testing immediately.
C．Companies should tackle all problems in diagnostic technology.
D．The government should make self-testing affordable to consumers.
D
In a smart piece of rebranding, what used to be known as “second-hand”, “used” or perhaps even “junk” has now become recycled. Ikea is the latest to jump on the bandwagon. The Swedish furniture giant said it was rolling out its second-hand marketplace for recycled furniture across Spain and Norway after successful trials in Madrid and Oslo, and if that works, it may soon be expanded globally. Other companies such as Zara and Lego are also offering second-hand marketplaces. More may join them.
The recycled economy is booming and it’s easy to understand why. Customers care much more about sustainability than they used to and recycling is a lot better for the environment than fast fashion. It’s typically a lot cheaper, enabling people to buy things they would not be able to afford. And for retailers, it makes sense to keep customers on their website for second-hand stuff.
However, there are two big problems. To start with, the recycled market is typically limited to very high-quality products. The other trouble is that the recycled market is not likely to prove as lucrative as companies and investors seem to think it will be. With shipping and returns to pay for it, it’s going to be hard to make significant profits. Plus, anything from Ikea or Zara was pretty cheap to begin with, so by the time you reduce the price for the second-hand version, it is selling for next to nothing.
Next people don’t want to pay as much for “recycled” furniture or clothes as they do for an item that is being loved for the very first time. Otherwise, you might as well just buy the new one. What we’re looking at here is a small market and nothing more. The recycled market may be getting a lot more love than it deserves if some effective measures are taken.
12. Why does the recycled economy come to its spring era
A．Fast fashion trend has been out of date.
B．Luxury brands are less fascinating than before.
C．Customers can afford to buy brand-new furniture.
D．Recycled products are sustainable and budget-friendly.
13. What does the underlined word “lucrative” probably mean
A．Advanced. B．Profitable. C．Competitive. D．Appealing.
14. What will the follow-up paragraph probably talk about
A．The development of the recycled market.
B．The measures to improve the recycled market.
C．The necessity of expanding recycled goods range.
D．The advantages of buying new furniture and clothes.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A．The origin of “recycled” concept.
B．The importance of sustainability.
C．The boom in “recycled” goods.
D．The decline of “recycled” markets.
（二）七选五
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
As an international student studying in the United States, internships (实习) should be a top priority. Internships provide you with invaluable real-world experience, help you build a professional network and can significantly boost your career prospects after graduation.
Gain practical experience and develop essential skills
Internships give you the chance to apply your classroom knowledge in a professional setting. Many internships involve working with the latest industry tools and technologies, keeping you ahead of the curve. You’ll develop crucial skills like problem-solving, communication and time management. ____16____
Beyond just building hard skills, internships allow you to step outside your comfort zone. ____17____ Facing unfamiliar situations will force you to grow in new ways, helping you develop essential soft skills like teamwork, flexibility and independent thinking-qualities that are highly valued by employers.
Build your professional network
____18____ Internships connect you with professionals in your field of interest who can provide instructions, references and even job opportunities down the line. Make the most of informational interviews, coffee chats and social events to grow your professional contacts.
____19____
Competition for jobs is fierce, especially for international graduates. Internships demonstrate to employers that you have relevant experience and a genuine interest in your field. ____20____ To make the most of your internship experience and work closely with your school’s career services team, you should tailor your application to highlight how your international background and skillset can benefit prospective employers. This application allows you to get your foot in the door and stand out.
A．Start your internship search early.
B．Boost your resume or application.
C．They also let you adapt to the unpredictable world.
D．So many companies use them as a channel for full-time hires.
E．Attending interviews is a method to expand your connections.
F．These skills are difficult to obtain in a purely academic environment.
G．Networking is essential for launching career and expand connections.
二、语言运用
（一）完形填空
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The Pain and the Mission
Wayne Holdsworth lived a peaceful life with his lovely family. His son Mac, 17, was a ____21____ and active teenager who loved sports and had many friends. Everything seemed ____22____ until one evening, Mac came to him with tears in his eyes and said, “Dad, I had been ____23____ into online scam (诈骗).”
Wayne tried to ____24____ his son and took him to the police station. Through the ____25____ effort, the police found the scammer and punished him severely. But the embarrassment ____26____ Mac, knowing all his friends had known his being cheated. Despite his father’s support, Mac was overwhelmed with shame and began to ____27____ from their usual activities and friends. He was unable to ____28____ the stress. So his mental health became increasingly worse. ____29____, Mac took his own lives on a Sunday morning. Wayne couldn’t stop ____30____ himself for his ignoring the signs earlier.
After two months, Wayne decided to turn his ____31____ into helping others. He founded a charity called Smack Talk to educate people on how to prevent similar tragedies. He ____32____ to schools and communities, speaking publicly to raise awareness about the dangers of online scams.
Through his mission, Wayne found a sense of purpose and ____33____. He turned his personal tragedy into a driving force for ____34____ change, honoring his son’s memories by offering hope to others. His efforts have ____35____ the lives of many people, helping them find light in their darkest moments.
21. A．cheerful B．sensitive C．cautious D．tough
22. A．mysterious B．normal C．special D．different
23. A．changed B．persuaded C．tricked D．invited
24. A．comfort B．scold C．interrupt D．stand
25. A．medical B．personal C．voluntary D．joint
26. A．limited B．crushed C．encouraged D．supported
27. A．suffer B．resign C．benefit D．withdraw
28. A．note down B．look into C．cope with D．hold on
29. A．Tragically B．Fortunately C．Surprisingly D．Undoubtedly
30. A．asking B．praising C．blaming D．forgiving
31. A．life B．pain C．mission D．insight
32. A．escaped B．travelled C．drove D．opposed
33. A．healing B．judgment C．belonging D．urgency
34. A．accidental B．obvious C．positive D．indirect
35. A．touched B．balanced C．ruined D．simplified
（二）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。
On January 20th, 2025, Chinese tech firm DeepSeek launched AI-DeepSeek-R1, a smart program that can solve math problems, write code, and answer ____36____ (various) of questions. It rivals top models like OpenAI’s GPT-40 but ____37____ (develop) at a much lower cost. The team spent only $5.58 million and used 2,048 computer chips over two months, proving that ____38____ (innovate) ideas can outperform large budgets.
Unlike other AIs ____39____ rely on pre-prepared examples, R1 learns through self-improvement, similar to students practicing math. In a global math test, it can achieve a 79.8% accuracy rate, ____40____ (slight) surpassing OpenAI’s model. A basic version of R1 can run on low-cost computers, ____41____ (make) it accessible for schools and small businesses. R1 is also open-source, allowing free use and modification. On its first day online, over 19,000 programmers globally started projects ____42____ (study) it. Experiments with R1 cost just $10, ____43____ (compare) to $300 for other AIs, as noted by a German scientist. A Meta scientist praised it ____44____ “a world-changing free AI”.
US tech companies are concerned. Meta plans to invest an additional $65 billion in AI research. Experts believe China is catching up quickly. Nature magazine called R1 “____45____ big step forward”, showing that smart ideas can beat expensive tools. With R1, China demonstrates that innovation and hard work, not just money, lead to great achievements.三、写作
（一）应用文写作
46. 目前三大球（篮球、排球、足球）在高中体育课上普及，针对这一校园新现象，请你向校报写一篇投稿，向学生们推荐其中一项自己最喜欢的运动。
内容包括：（1）介绍这项运动；（2）说明推荐理由。
注意：（1）写作词数应为80个左右；（2）请按如下格式作答。
My favorite sport in PE
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（二）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。
The school sports meeting was in full swing. The most anticipated event, the 4x100-meter relay race, was about to start. Tim, a passionate and athletic student, was part of his class’s relay team. Along with his teammates—Mark, Jack and Alex, he had trained intensively for weeks, nurturing high hopes of winning the gold medal.
The atmosphere was electric as the runners took their positions. The starting gun fired, and Mark took off like a bolt of lightning, his powerful strides eating up the track. He smoothly handed the baton(接力棒)to Jack. Jack sprinted(冲刺)ahead with all his might, skillfully maintaining their lead. Then, it was Tim’s turn. As Jack approached at top speed, Tim reached out eagerly for the baton. But in his over-enthusiasm, he miscalculated the distance, and to his horror, the baton dropped to the ground. Time seemed to stand still as Tim stared at the baton, his heart pounding.
He quickly snatched it up and dashed forward, but the precious seconds lost had put them behind the other teams. Alex did his absolute best in the final leg, pushing himself to the limit, but they ultimately crossed the finish line in fourth place, narrowly missing out on the medals.
The disappointment on the team’s faces was obvious. Tim felt as if a heavy weight had settled on his shoulders. He couldn’t bring himself to look at his teammates, consumed by guilt. He replayed the moment of the dropped baton over and over in his mind, each time wishing he could turn back the clock. Mark, usually the most talkative, was silent, his eyes downcast(低垂的). Jack shook his head in frustration, muttering something under his breath. Alex just looked at the ground, his shoulders low. Without a word, they started walking back to the changing room, leaving Tim alone on the track, filled with self-blame.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Tim knew his mistake had cost the team dearly.
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Just then, Mark Jack, and Alex appeared.
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参考答案
一、阅读理解
（一）选择题
1.C 2.D 3.C 4.A 5.D 6.D 7.A 8.D 9.C 10.B 11.A 12.D 13.B 14.B 15.C
（二）七选五
16.F 17.C 18.G 19.B 20.D
二、语言运用
（一）完形填空
21.A 22.B 23.C 24.A 25.D 26.B 27.D 28.C 29.A 30.C 31.B 32.B 33.A 34.C 35.A
（二）语法填空
36.varieties 37.was developed 38.innovative 39.that/which
40.slightly 41.making 42.to study pared 44.as 45.a
三、写作
（一）应用文范文
My favorite sport in PE
Among basketball, volleyball and football, my favorite sport is football. It is a team sport played by two teams of eleven players each, competing to score goals by kicking a ball into the opponent’s net.
I strongly recommend football to all students. First, it builds up our physical strength and improves our speed and coordination. Besides, football teaches us teamwork. Every player must cooperate closely to win the game. It also helps us release study pressure and make more friends.
（二）读后续写范文
Tim knew his mistake had cost the team dearly. Hot tears rolled down his cheeks as he sat alone on the track. He kept blaming himself for being too anxious and dropping the baton. He thought his teammates would never forgive him and their weeks of hard training had all gone to waste. He made up his mind to quit the relay team after the sports meeting, for fear that he would let them down again next time.
Just then, Mark Jack, and Alex appeared. Instead of blaming him, Mark patted his shoulder gently and told Tim that no one could avoid mistakes. Jack said they had all made small mistakes during training, and the loss was not only Tim’s fault. Alex added that teamwork meant sharing both success and failure. Deeply moved, Tim promised to train harder with them together.

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