安徽省合肥市2023-2024学年高二上学期期末联考英语试题（PDF版无答案 无听力音频 无听力原文）

合肥2023-2024学年第一学期期末联考
高二年级英语试卷
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分 30分)
第一节(共 5小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 7.5分)
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。
1.What will Mary do tonight
A. Eat with the Smiths. B. Look after Michele. C. Stay with kids.
2.What time is it now
A. 8:00 pm. B. 7:45 pm. C. 7:30 pm.
3.What does Mike do
A. A teacher. B. A student. C. A scientist
4.How do the rabbits probably make the woman feel
A. Annoyed. B. Relaxed. C. Confused.
5.What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. What to read. B. How to swim. C. Where to go.
第二节(共 15小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 22.5分)
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。
听第 6段材料，回答第 6至 7 题。
6.Why does Amy speak to the man
A. To talk about her friends.
B. To handle an emergency.
C. To make a request.
7.What is the man’s attitude towards Amy’s idea
A. Opposed.
B. Indifferent.
C. Supportive.
听第 7段材料，回答第 8至 9 题。
8.What makes the man nervous
A. Writing emails to clients.
B. Communicating over the phone.
C. Presenting products in English at meetings.
9.What is Future Sunshine
A. A training school.
B. An English restaurant.
C. A commercial hotel.
听第 8段材料，回答第 10至 12题。
10.What does the woman find hard to believe about Ashley Adirika
A. Famous newspapers report her.
B. All Ivy League universities want her.
C. She refuses all Ivy League universities.
11.Where will Ashley Adirika study
A. At Yale.
B. At Harvard.
C. At Columbia.
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12.What influence does Ashley Adirika have on the speakers
A. They change their dream school.
B. They decide to apply to Yale.
C. They determine to study hard.
听第 9段材料，回答第 13至 16题。
13．What will the man do this Saturday
A. Search for a museum. B. Make a model rocket. C. Exercise in the gym.
14.Which does the woman think Mark will be most interested in
A. The Exploring Space gallery.
B. The on-site IMAX theatre.
C. The Making the Modern World gallery.
15.How long will the speakers stay in the museum
A. For three hours.
B. For four hours.
C. For five hours.
16.What’s the relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student.
B. Guide and visitor.
C. Husband and wife.
听第 10段材料，回答第 17至 20题。
17．What is the purpose of the prize
A. To draw the attention of young farmers.
B. To praise environmental efforts.
C. To encourage companies to be environmentally friendly.
18.What is the prize scheduled to do
A. Offer 7 million pounds annually.
B. Stabilize small farmers’ income.
C. Run from 2021 to 2030.
19.Why was Kheyti awarded the prize
A. It shared its environmental idea with other countries.
B. It protected nature with good technique.
C. It helped farmers plant crops in deserts.
20.What can the greenhouse of Kheyti bring about
A. Increased food production.
B. Cleaner drinking water.
C. 90% less fertilizer.
第二部分 阅读 (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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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23.Where is this text most likely from？ ______
A. A diary. B. A guidebook. C. A novel. D. A website.
B
The behavior of beavers and other animals has often inspired expressions in English. If someone is very
industrious or hard-working in tackling many things at once, we can say the person is "as busy as a beaver." This
phrase hints at one of the characteristics of these wild animals—they are indeed active creatures.
With their large teeth, which are orange due to iron in the tooth enamel (牙齿的珐琅质), beavers can cut
down trees and change their environments like no other animals except humans. They use these fallen trees to
build dams, creating safe, watery environments. The busy beavers build homes—called lodges—in the ponds
created by the dams. The only way to get in and out of lodges is by entering an underwater opening of the
structures. This offers beavers protection from predators such as bears, wolves, or coyotes.
It's also interesting to note that beavers have another reason for cutting down trees aside from building dams.
Beavers can digest cellulose, so wood is a significant food source for them, with their diet 15 also consisting of
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leaves and aquatic plants. Chewing on trees also helps beavers keep their teeth sharp, making it easier for them to
keep chopping down trees.
Of course, no discussion about beavers would be complete without mentioning their most noticeable feature
their large, flat tails, which have different uses. One is that they act as a rudder, helping them steer in the water.
Another is that the animals pound their tails on the water to warn other beavers of danger. Since beavers work so
hard building their homes and warning others of potential harm, it's no surprise that busy as a beaver is a common
phrase.
24.Which of the following usages of “as busy as a beaver” correct
A. My cat is as busy as a beaver since it always lies on the sofa."
B. This kind of tree is as busy as a beaver because it takes hundreds of years for it to be used as timber.
C. Hanna is having a cup of coffee and listening to music in the living room. She is truly as busy as a beaver.
D. Oliver is responsible for two projects and has to train the three new employees, so he has been as busy as a
beaver recently.
25. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage
A. What countries beavers are found in.
B. How beavers keep themselves safe.
C. The animals that threaten beavers.
D. The food that beavers eat.
26. How does building dams protect beavers
A. The wood is very strong.
B. The water from dams helps beavers digest wood.
C. Dams make it harder for other animals to catch.
D. Dams provide beavers with lots of water to drink.
27. If a beaver sees a pack of wolves approaching, which body part will it use to alert others
A. Tail B. Teeth
C. Paw D. Head
C
SpaceX, a private company, has put 60 Starlink communication satellites into orbit, bringing the total circling
Earth to 180. They will bring Internet access to underserved areas of the world. But it seems they also mess with
telescopes.
When the satellites pass through a telescope’s field of view, they create bright streaks(条痕) that cut through
images of the sky, hiding anything that might be behind them and pouring so much light into the telescope that it
causes some observations unusable.
“What surprised everyone - the astronomy community and SpaceX - was how bright the satellites are”, said
anxiously space experts. Actually, SpaceX did talk about the issue elsewhere. The problem for astronomers
doesn’t end with SpaceX. Blue Origin, One Web and Amazon plan to launch thousands of communications
satellites in the coming years.
In an effort to ease astronomers’ fears, SpaceX is testing one satellite that is a bit different from the others. It
was included in the most recent launch and is partially coated in a dark material to make it less shiny and so less
visible in telescope images. We don’t have any data yet on whether the coating is working as intended.
Once the satellites are in space, there is no backtracking. While companies like SpaceX do need approval
from regulatory bodies for each launch, there is no rule that prevents them from launching an unlimited number of
satellites. “We have to rely on firms such as SpaceX voluntarily cooperating with astronomers to attempt to keep
the impacts of their satellite constellations (卫星星座) as low as possible.” said space experts.
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With more than 1,500 Starlink satellites scheduled for launch in the near future, that cooperation will need to
be speedy if it is going to make any difference.
28．Why does SpaceX launch so many communication satellites
A. To disturb the operation of telescopes. B. To make users surf the Internet quickly.
C. To expand internet services worldwide. D. To further present space research.
29．What are space experts worried
A. Satellites are too shiny to be seen. B. The normal use of the telescopes is affected.
C. Too many satellites move in outer space. D. Satellites occupy the area of telescopes.
30．What can be inferred from the passage
A. The number of satellite launches will decrease.
B. Coated satellites can effectively weaken brightness.
C. The regulations of satellite launching are not powerful.
D. SpaceX’s cooperation with astronomers remains to be seen.
31．What is probably the best title for the passage
A．Satellites Threatening Astronomers B．Troubles Made by Satellites
C．SpaceX and Its Future Starlink Plan D．Cooperation with Astronomy Community
D
Patients often come into my office and ask, “How can I look younger ” While I always suggest healthy living —
a balanced diet and regular exercise — in order to look and feel younger, I have never thought of facial exercises as
part of that plan. That is, until a recent study, published in JAMA Dermatology (皮肤学), showed promising results
that routine facial exercise may slow the merciless tide of time.
The theory behind the study originates from the fact that a major part of facial aging is due to the loss of fat
and soft tissue, which leads to the growth and spread of wrinkles. If we can lift weights at the gym and enlarge
muscles in arms, why couldn’t the same be done for muscles in our faces, therefore to create a more youthful face
The concept of facial exercise is not a new one. A simple Internet search will produce a lot of blog posts and
books on the subject, as well as various programs that promise to be the next fountain of youth. What the JAMA
Dermatology researchers did in their study, which was the first of its kind, was to examine this question from a more
strict scientific aspect. They enrolled 27 women between the ages of 40 and 65 to perform daily, 30-minute exercises
for eight weeks, and then continue every other day for a total of 20 weeks.
Dermatologists who did not know the participants were asked to rate their photographs before and after the
exercise. The dermatologists found an improvement in cheek fullness and estimated the age of the participants at
51 years of age at the start of the program and 48 at the end of the 20-week study. Furthermore, all the participants
felt improvement in their own facial appearance at the end of the study.
While these results seem exalting, the study has some obvious limitations. Of the 27 patients involved, 11 gave
up before completing the study. One reason may be that the program was too time-consuming, clocking in at 30
minutes a day. The overall small size of the study also limits its generalizability to the larger population. In addition,
there was also no control group, which would have helped reduce the possibility that this improvement happened
by chance.
It’s also hard to draw conclusions about the longevity of these results. Probably the exercises must be continued
to keep their effects. But for how long And how frequently Which exercises are most effective Most studies are
needed to answer these questions.
32. What is the author’s attitude towards the study published in JAMA Dermatology
A．Doubtful. B．Positive. C．Opposed. D．Indifferent
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33.According to the passage, which statement is true
A．Though the concept of facial exercise is new, much information about it can be found on the Internet.
B．Some participants did not feel improvement in their facial appearance at the end of the study.
C．If there is a control group, the possibility that the improvement in the facial appearance happened by chance
will be increased.
D．The reason why some participants quit the study before it was completely may be that they had not enough
time.
34.What does the underlined word exalting mean
A. Exciting. B. Challenging. C. Frustrating. D. Calming.
35.What can be inferred from the passage
A．The study published in JAMA Dermatology is not reliable.
B．Healthy living is the only way to make someone look and feel young.
C．More studies are needed to further the present study on facial exercises.
D．As a dermatologist, the author was involved in the research project on facial exercises.
第二节(共 5小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Elevator shoes have become well-known as more people are interested in buying a pair when choosing a
particular type of footwear. These shoes are fantastic for almost everyone. ___36___The following reasons
explain why it is happening.
Suitable height
Unlike other noticeable height-enhancing methods, elevator shoes provide an effortless and instant solution.
___37___With the height-increasing technology hidden within the shoes, you can confidently adjust the height
without drawing any attention.
Improved confidence
Studies have shown that taller individuals are often regarded as more authoritative, competent, and attractive. You
may sometimes feel a bit insecure about your short height. If that is the case, you can go for this type of footwear.
___38___
Increased comfort level
In today's fast-paced world, people are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of comfort when it comes
to footwear. Most people think that elevator shoes are uncomfortable. ___39___ Such a feature might not be
available for some types of footwear which might look good, but lack comfort.
______40______
Whether it is a formal business meeting, a relaxing party, or a special event, elevator shoes come in a wide range
of styles, from dress shoes to sports shoe, to suit different preferences and dress requirements. You can easily get
a suitable pair for yourself.
dress shoes to sports shoes, to suit different preferences and dress requirements. You can easily get a suitable pair
for yourself.
A. Enhanced appearance
B. Available in various patterns
C. The popularity of this type of footwear is increasing at a fast rate.
D. However, the shoes allow you to spend the whole day without any pain.
E. Nobody will recognize whether you have a short height if you wear them.
F. It can make you focus on your goals without any concerns about your height.
G. Confidence is crucial, especially when one is doing something new in their life.
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第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分 30分)
第一节(共 15小题；每小题 1分，满分 15分)
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。
As I grew up, my grandma, would say things such as: “that is not a ladylike way to sit”, or “that is not a word
that ladies use”. My grandma is one of the most 41 women that I know. I 42 to be half the
person she is.
I have always considered myself a “lady”. I dress 43 . I pay close attention to my manners. I smile at
strangers, offer my seat to the elderly, and hold the door 44 for the person behind me. However, I
recently met a woman in passing that made me 45 what I have been taught for the last 21 years. The
conversation we had was about “girls these days” and how they differ from the way girls were in the past. She
said that there was a big 46 between a “lady” and a “woman”. I looked at her curiously.
“A real lady does not give her opinions or feelings, while those who do are women. And women these days
constantly make the 47 of offering their opinions, and feelings, and talking out of turn.” I smiled at her
politely, wished her a pleasant evening, and we 48 ways.
49 most conversations one would have with a stranger, this one stuck with me. It turns out that I am
not a “lady”. But I have 50 that truth with my whole heart. I take great pride in my opinions, my brain,
and the bravery in which I can 51 myself and the things that I believe in. I am this way, because I am a
young 52 of my grandma. And I know that she would swear that she is “ladylike”. But, in reality, she is
a strong, independent and smart woman.
With this, I would like to 53 young women that it is 54 to voice your opinions,
embrace your beliefs, and be independent. Throughout your life, if someone comes along and 55 your
voice, makes your opinions feel wrong, or take no notice of your feelings: smile, nod politely, and keep doing
what you were doing anyway.
41．A．outgoing B．humorous C．genuine D．creative
42．A．achieve B．aid C．afford D．attempt
43．A．fashionably B．casually C．appropriately D．luxuriously
44．A．open B．tight C．wide D．closed
45．A．confirm B．question C．clarify D．position
46．A．issue B．distance C．conflict D．difference
47．A．mistake B．assumption C．decision D．adjustment
48．A．divided B．exchanged C．parted D．classified
49．A．Identical to B．Opposite to C．Senior to D．Junior to
50．A．embraced B．declined C．expanded D．denied
51．A．watch out for B．make way for C．reach out for D．stand up for
52．A．model B．version C．script D．assistant
53．A．accuse B．convince C．inform D．suspect
54．A．proper B．passive C．conventional D．contradictory
55．A．slows B．smoothes C．quiets D．upsets
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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 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Emerging evidence in humans suggests a typically Western high-fat, high-sugar junk food diet can quickly
weaken your brain's appetite control.
After offering volunteers a week-long binge of waffles, milkshakes and 56 (similar) rich foods,
researchers in Australia found young and healthy ones scored worse on memory tests and experienced a 57
(great) desire to eat junk food, even when they were already full.
The findings suggest something is special in the hippocampus (海马体)-a region of the brain 58
supports memory and helps to regulate appetite. When we are full, the hippocampus is thought to quieten down
our memories of delicious food, thereby 59 (reduce) our appetite. When it’s interrupted, 60
control can be seriously damaged. Over the years, extensive research on 61 (mouse) has found the
function of the hippocampus is very sensitive to junk food, but recently this has been observed only in young and
healthy humans.
In 2022, after a week of Western-style breakfasts of 62 (toast) sandwiches and milkshakes,
researchers found participants performed worse on learning and memory tests which are typically dependent
63 the hippocampus.
Now, in this latest study the scientists of the team 64 (find) that not only do such high-fat, high-
sugar diets impair memory in humans, but they appear to directly affect our ability 65 (control) our
appetite.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分 40分)
第一节(满分 15分)
假定你是李华，在某海外购物网站上订购了一款智能手表作为新年礼物送给母亲，但是收货之后出现
了一些问题，请你给该网站客服写一封邮件，内容包括：1.投诉内容；2.你的诉求。
注意：1.写作词数应为 80左右；2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Sir or Madam
I'm writing to express my dissatisfaction with the smartwatch I recently purchased from your online store.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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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。
ALICE IN WONDERLAND is my favorite story of all time. And acting is my number one passion. At my
old school, Poulsbo Elementary, I’d starred in every play from third grade on. Before that, gymnastics was my thing.
But then I played my first role as Tinkerbell in Peter Pan. And after that, backflips just couldn’t compare.
So, when my teacher announced during my first week at Newland Elementary that we’d be performing Alice
in Wonderland for the school play, I practically squealed out loud with excitement. I’d always wanted to play the
role of Alice!
However, a week later, Mrs. Pearson announced, “The role of Alice goes to Denise Taylor!” My head buzzed.
My stomach churned. But I clapped along with everyone else and pasted a fake smile on my face. It took Mrs.
Pearson forever to get to my name. When she finally did, she read, “Hazel, Tyler, and Ella —hedgehogs!” She
announced this as if we’d just won a million dollars. But the hedgehogs had no lines! They just got batted around
with croquet mallets(槌球棒) and then disappeared forever.
Mrs. Pearson called the hedgehogs up after class. “Hedgehogs,” she said, “your roles are going to be a lot of
fun! You might also consider helping out with our costumes! Go to the school storage room and get creative!” Mrs.
Pearson looked at us expectantly. I snuck a glance at the other two. Ella looked as if she were about to cry. Tyler
looked as if he’d just eaten a piece of moldy cheese.
THE NEXT DAY We went to school storage room, while we were picking up the costumes, Ella had one hand
against the wall and appeared to be doing ballet warmups. “I really wanted to be the Queen of Hearts,” she said,
raising her left leg so that it was almost parallel to her body. I remembered hearing that she danced the Nutcracker
every year. “Yeah, well I wanted to be the Cheshire Cat,” said Tyler, as he pulled a fake gold crown out of the
costume trunk. Then he did this cool backward turn, where he ended up bowing in front of us as he took the crown
off and held it to his chest. Both of these guys seemed like really good dancers.
注意：
1．续写词数应为 150 左右
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph1：
Suddenly I had an idea. “Guys, I know what we should do,” I said. ___________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
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Paragraph 2：
“That was fantastic, hedgehogs!” Mrs. Pearson said. “Where did you learn to dance like that
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