湖南省长沙市德成学校2022-2023学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题（无答案）

长沙市德成学校 2023 年上学期高二期末考试英语试题
（本试卷满分 150 分，考试时间：120 分钟）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节 听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
How did the man get the toys
A. From the Internet. B. From a friend. C. From a relative.
Why was Lucy late for work today
A. She forgot to set the alarm clock. B. She was stuck in traffic.
C. She missed the bus.
Who might the man be
A. An actor. B. A director. C. a musician.
How does the man sound
A. Curious. B. Shocked. C. Regretful.
What is the man doing
A. Teaching the man. B. Learning to dance. C. Signing up for a class.
第二节 听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
What does the woman plan to do this weekend
A. Work on an article. 7. What season is it B. Have a barbecue. C. Stay at home.
A. Spring. B. Summer. C. Winter.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
Where does the man choose to sit
A. By the window. B. Beside the door. C. In the corner.
What does the man ask the woman to get for him
A. The menu. B. Some magazines. C. A glass of water.
What will the man do after the meal
A. Call his wife. B. Pick his son up. C. Go to Norway.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
Why does the woman introduce herself at first
A. She just moved nearby. B. She tries to sell flowers. C. She wants to get a job.
12. What does the man do
A. He’s a designer. B. He’s a shop owner. C. He’s a fashion model.
What do we know about Barbara
A. She’s 30 years old. B. She’ll throw a party. C. She loves reading.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
Why does Max lose some weight
A. He has had a illness. B. He has exercised a lot. C. He has been on a diet.
How much does Max weigh
A. 75 kilos. B. 65 kilos. C. 60 kilos.
What is the woman’s feeling in the end
A. Embarrassed. B. Envy. C. Relief.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
Who is probably William Jackson
A. A host. B. An expert. C. A repairman.
What was the effect of the tropical storm in Southern Africa
A. Millions of people were homeless. B. Power lines were damaged.
C. Rail lines were shut down.
How much snow did Stoughton get
A. More than 30 inches. B. About 61 inches. C. Over 76 inches.
Which country had floods this weekend
A. Poland. B. The UK. C. Germany.
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C 和D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Christmas Light Festivals in the UK Festival of Light, Longleat Safari Park, Wiltshire
Longleat Safari Park is celebrating its 50th anniversary (周年纪念) this year. Huge lanterns take the shape of some of the park’s animals, and there are also lots of characters in Beatrix Potter’s book, such as Peter Rabbit, Jemina Puddle-Duck and Squirrel Nutkin, to mark the 150th anniversary of the author’s birth. There is also a 20-meter-high birthday cake.
27.85, adult/ 20. 65, child/under-threes, free.
10 Dec. to 2 Jan.
Enchanted Park, Gateshead
Enchanted Park is an interactive (交互式) walk through Saltwell Park, just south of the town center, along a road of light with performances. The story being told is a Midwinter Night’s Tale, inspired by the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. Visitors can join stories and songs with Santa, and attend decorating workshops.
8.00, adult/ 2.00, child/under-fours, free.
11 Dec. to 27 Dec.
Christmas Glow, RHS Wisley, Surrey
The garden is shining with large lighted flowers. Some of the trees are bright, too. The glasshouse is decorated like a gingerbread house, and shows seasonal plants. There are lanterns around the lake. The cafe serves hot chocolate and apple juice.
9.90, adult/ 3.60, child.
20 Dec. to 2 Jan.
Christmas at Kew Gardens, London
Kew is a special place to visit at any time of the day or year, but the festive light show gives it a magical change, as the mile-long road through the garden is decorated with 60,000 lights. Some of the garden’s oldest and tallest trees are also beautifully lit along the way.
16.00, adult/ 10.00, child/under-fours, free.
24 Dec. to 2 Jan.
What can you do in Longleat Safari Park
A．Decorate a large glasshouse. B．Attend decorating workshops.
C．Pick some seasonal flowers. D．Enjoy animal-shaped lanterns. 22．When can you watch the performances in Saltwell Park
A．On December 10. B．On December 20. C．On January 2. D．On January 24. 23．How much will a couple with a child aged three pay to go to Kew Gardens
A． 19.80. B． 27.85. C． 32.00. D． 42.00.
B
Traveling to a farm and spending several hours a day getting your hands dirty might sound like an unusual way to spend a vacation.
WWOOF, or “Worldwide Opportunities on Organic(有机的) Farms”, is an organization that helps travelers go on “volunteering vacations” on organic farms. The idea is simple: travelers volunteer on farms for around four to six hours a day in exchange for free accommodation and meals. The duration (时长)of “vacation” could be a few days or a few weeks.
Volunteers may be given different tasks, based on the type of farm they're on. These may include things like gardening, cutting wood, feeding animals, or even making cheese or wine.
But “WWOOFing” is about more than that. The aim is for travelers and farmers to take part in a cultural and educational exchange, while helping people spend time in nature.
At least, that's what Sue Coppard had in mind when she started the organization. In 1971, Coppard was working as a secretary( 秘 书 ) in London, but she wanted to spend more time in the countryside. So, she thought it might be a good idea to stay and work on a farm. And since she worried that she would be lonely, she asked others to join her. After a successful trial weekend at a farm in Sussex, England, with 15 volunteers, more people started showing interest in working on farms, and more organic farmers said they were willing to host workers.
Today, it’s possible to go WWOOFing in more than 130 countries, according to the website. You don't need any farming experience—just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!
24.What can we know about WWOOF
A.It offers flexible length of holiday. B.It was set up by an experienced farmer. C.It focuses on farming in different ways. D.It is an organization to help people in need. 25.What could we do as a WWOOF volunteer
A. Enjoy urban scenery. B.Do some farm-related work.
C. Raise animals for money. D. Work on the farm remotely. 26.Why did Sue Coppard set up WWOOF
A.She was interested in organic farming. B.She felt lonely every now and then. C.She was tired of being a secretary. D. She loved to get close to nature.
What is the main purpose of the text
A.To promote organic farming. B. To share experiences about farming.
C. To introduce a new way of spending vacation. D. To advertise cultural and educational exchange.
C
Sports play a key role in the physical and mental development of children. Although it’s great to see a child succeed in one sport, it’s important to keep their activities in balance. Participation in multiple sports enables children to acquire a knowledge of many movement skills. In addition to this, here are some other good reasons why kids should be encouraged to play several sorts of sports.
Repetitive(重复的) movements can overstress(使...负担过重) growing bodies which later on can lead to injuries. With multi-sports, each sport works the body slightly differently. This will lead to fewer overuse injuries. Also, kids who overspecialize(过度专业) in one sport may end up losing interest and eventually give up. Specializing in a sport raises expectations and may put too much pressure on young kids. Having a variety of experiences will keep children interested and motivated, and even make them enjoy sports without any pressure.
Multi-sports also allow kids to experience different roles. Being a goalkeeper in a football team is very different from being a point guard in basketball. Being exposed to baseball develops better hand-eye coordination (协调). Soccer develops better footwork ( 步法). Volleyball develops jumping and hand-eye coordination(一致). Martial arts(武术) develop strength, mobility, and discipline. Swimming develops full-body coordination and strength. The list goes on and on! Participation in multiple sports broadens a child’s developmental social, and situational experience. It opens up opportunities to become a better competitor and a promising athlete — flexible and energetic.
Many sports superstars like Stephen Curry achieved their standing today by playing multiple sports. Curry played basketball but he also played baseball, football, soccer, and everything else in a sports buffet. What worked for Curry, experts say, could work for most of us.
Besides developing a wide range of sports skills, more importantly, multi-sports provide opportunities for children to discover their liking. With the help of the right coaches, sports become fun, inspiring kids’ interests. So if you can’t decide whether your child should focus on one sport or try some different sports, I hope you can make a better decision now.
What will happen to kids if they do one sport repeatedly
A. They can stay more focused. B．They can spare more time to study.
C. They can be skilled at the sport early. D．They can be more likely to get injured.
What’s implied about multi-sports in Paragraph 3
A. They inspire kids’ sporting spirit. B. They help kids develop their special talents.
C. They have much higher requirements for kids. D. They help promote kids’ all-round development. 30．What does the author want to express in the last paragraph
A. Multi-sports help kids find their favorite sports. B. Sports skills make kids more popular at school.
C. Parents should lower their expectations for kids. D. Children should turn their interests into professions. 31．What is the text mainly about
A．How sports benefit kids. B．What sports children should try.
C．Why kids should try multi-sports. D．Why multi-sports are popular today.
D
Modern research on body language — often called nonverbal behavior — began in the 1960s and 1970s with studies that aimed to demonstrate the universality (普遍性) of facial expressions of emotion. That work was inspired in
part by Charles Darwin’s study The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals (1872). But it had received little attention for around a century, according to nonverbal communication expert David Matsumoto.
Then modern researchers examined how the brain reacts to facial expressions and how babies copy facial and hand gestures. And scientists have also realized the complexity (复杂性) of body language.
Much research has suggested that body language is often hard to interpret or understand. But for years some
advisers and experts have been using their knowledge in many practical areas.
“I help people influence and persuade others around, how trustworthy and credible their message is by helping them with their specific nonverbal communication.” said Mark Bowden. He is the author of “Winning Body Language”. a guide for readers including business people and famous people. He focuses on where a person faces their body and how much space they take up, as well as those gestures.
Some experts also say they can use those signals to interpret hidden emotions. Joe Navarro is the author of What Every Body Is Saying. It is a book about reading a person’s mind from their nonverbal behavior. “It’s easy to spar a speaker’s lip movements when he faces a question he doesn’t like.” Joe said.
While the work of these experts attracts large audiences many scientists are unsure whether their methods are reliable. “Our facial expressions show certain types of emotional states.” David Matsumoto said. So do some body movements. “But people do all kinds of things with their bodies.” he said. Your raised eyebrow (眉毛) could express doubt — but in might also signal discomfort or surprise. “The same hand gesture could mean different things in different cultures,” he said.
32．What role did Charles Darwin’s study play according to paragraph 1
A. It unlocked the secret of the human mind. B. It promoted the development of human language.
C. It helped start modern research on body language. D. It encouraged people to care more about animals. 33．What can we infer about Mark Bowden
A. He gives advice on business language. B. He focuses mainly on facial expressions.
C. He pays more attention to spoken language. D. He teaches people about body language. 34．What did David Matsumoto think of Joe Navarro’s methods
A．They were instructional. B．They were doubtful
C．They were experimental. D．They were necessary.
What can be the best title for the text
A. Can body language tell important truths B. Is nonverbal behavior that complex
C. Should you know more about body language D. Do experts know how to interpret emotions
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Personal Forgiveness(自我原谅)
Taking responsibility for mistakes is a positive step, but don’t beat yourself up about them. To err (犯错) is human.
31 You can use the following writing exercise to help you do this.
In a journal or on a piece of paper, put the heading “Personal strengths.” 32 Are you caring Creative Generous A good listener Fun to be around They don’t have to be world-changing, just aspects of your personality that you’re proud of.
At the top of a second page, put the heading “Acts of kindness.” On this one, list all the positive things you’ve done for others. It might be the time when you helped a friend with their homework, when you did the ironing without being asked, or when you baked cookies after the family had had a tiring day. 33
You could ask a friend or family member to help add to your list. 34 That way, you could exchange thoughts on what makes each of you special and the aspects of your personality that shine through. In fact, don’t wait until you’ve made a mistake to try this — it’s a great way to boost self-confidence at any time.
It’s something of a cliché (陈词滥调) that most people learn not from their successes but their mistakes. The thing
is, it’s true. 35 We’ re all changing and learning all the time and mistakes are a positive way to develop and grow.
A．A little self-forgiveness also goes a long way.
Now list all the characteristics you like about yourself.
They might even like to have a go at doing the exercise.
It’s just as important to show yourself some forgiveness.
It doesn’t mean you have to ignore what’s happened or forget it.
Whatever it is, no matter how small it might seem, write it down.
Whatever the mistake, remember it isn’t a fixed aspect of your personality.
第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节完形填空（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Marcus is a handsome and athletic( 运 动 的 ) kid. He plays tennis and 41 the state tournament every year. Marcus’s neighbor, Conrad, is also 42 to compete, but he has rheumatoid arthritis ( 类风湿性关节炎). Although it pains him just to walk, he 43 painful days at school walking to the sports field. He loves watching his school compete so he doesn’t 44 a game.
Marcus has known Conrad since primary school. They’ve always been 45 . He sees Conrad in pain and his
46 at not being able to play sports. So, every day after school, Marcus 47 his classmates to go to Conrad’s for a moment of discussion about the game competition. The discussion is as 48 as a real high school game, which makes Conrad forget the hurt.
Finally, the doctors found a new 49 to reduce the pain. Conrad walks without much pain, and then begins running, but he still has to learn the 50 of running. After a childhood of walking carefully and taking 51 steps, Conrad has to train his walking like a kid again and stay in shape. He pushes himself every day, building his lungs and doing leg lifts repeatedly for his leg 52 . He knows what pain feels like, but running for Conrad is no longer 53 .
To Conrad’s delight, he gets the chance to join the cross-country team. Conrad doesn’t win, not once, but Marcus is there, 54 for him who always finishes in the middle of the competitors, breathing in wind and waving his hands 55 .
41．A．gives up B．competes in C．reflects on D．breaks through
42．A．able B．lucky C．eager D．calm
43．A．bears B．counts C．forgets D．escapes
44．A．accept B．enjoy C．lose D．miss
45．A．strangers B．enemies C．friends D．teachers
46．A．surprise B．sadness C．impatience D．tiredness
47．A．promises B．asks C．drives D．forces
48．A．long B．noisy C．boring D．interesting
49．A．treatment B．excuse C．period D．topic
50．A．goal B．style C．speed D．skill
51．A．suitable B．serious C．small D．comfortable
52．A．strength B．show C．shape D．advantage
53．A．relaxing B．beneficial C．painful D．meaningful
54．A．queuing B．arguing C．running D．cheering
55．A．excitedly B．curiously C．anxiously D．actively
第二节(共 10 小题;每小题 1. 5 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 l 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Confucius(孔子) was born into a middle-class(中产阶级) family in Lu State, an area with the modern city of Qufu, in China’s Shandong Province. Now, he 56 (remember) for his teachings, which, along with the works of his students, formed the rule of Confucianism ( 儒 学 ) many 57 (year) after his passing away.
Confucius also lived 58 active political life. From his job as Minister of Crime, he took part in a campaign ( 运 动 ) to distance Lu from the rule of the state instead of 59 (work) for the central government. However, the plan failed. After a short period of being sent to live in another country, Confucius could finally return to Lu state 60 (spend) the rest of his life as a teacher of philosophy.
Even up to the time of Confucius’s 61 (die), his teachings were not 62 (wide) accepted in China, and most of 63 (they) were lost when the emperor Qin ordered the burning of Confucius’s books.
Yet, his philosophical ( 哲 学 的 ) ideas survived during the later Han Dynasty. Emperor Han Wudi, 64 was
inspired by the social and political wisdom of Confucius, accepted Confucianism and applied his systems of morality everywhere from classrooms 65 law courts. The teachings of Confucius still spread far across China and the Far East.
第四部分:书面表达（共两小题，满分 40 分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分）
假如你是李华, 你的外国朋友 Peter 不仅学业成绩优秀, 而且担任国际部学生会主席(Chairman of the International Student Union)一职。本学期他荣获“校园卓越奖”（School Excellence Award）。请你给他写一封电子邮件, 向他表示祝贺。要点如下:
表示祝贺;
赞扬对方的优秀表现（学业、履职等）。
注意: 1. 写作词数应为 80 左右; 2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。
第二节(满分 25 分)
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。
During my six years at the Boyd E. Smith Primary School, I was lucky to have so many great teachers who served as thoughtful (体贴的) role models. They were admirable(令人钦佩的) characters who had far-reaching effects on me in more ways than I could have known. Among them who influenced me the most was my fourth-grade teacher, Mrs. Green.
The truth is that Mrs. Green was unlike( 不像是) anyone I had ever known. She had so much energy and
passion( 热 情 ) for the world and for her students that she spent thirty years of her life at Boyd E. Smith. Mrs. Green taught maths. She devoted herself to her work. I would never have imagined that I would have left her class with so much.
Mrs. Green is everything that I want to be. The first time I met her, I knew she was someone special. Being young fourth-graders, we were taught to show respect to teachers as we learned to say “Thank you, madam” and “Yes, madam” on a daily basis. We did not complain about( 抱 怨 ) it. We knew she did it to make us better young adults that would carry on through life with respect for our elders.
Mrs. Green was an amazing teacher for many reasons, as she was intelligent(聪明的) and passionate( 热情的) about what she taught. She did not scold ( 责 骂 ) us, but she taught us to recognize the difference between right and wrong and to be responsible no matter what we did. Looking back upon those days when I was in her class, I realized that she was teaching us qualities that were important to our characters. The most valuable lesson I learned from her was to live with honesty. I had no idea what this word meant until the incident (事情) in a math exam.
注意：
续写词数应为 150 左右；
请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Para 1: I was caught in the act of cheating in the exam.
Para 2: Now I am also a primary school teacher like Mrs. Green.