参考答案
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）
21-23 ADA 24-27 BCDC 28-31 CDBA 32-35 BACB
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36-40 BGAFD
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）
41-45 BACDD 46-50 BCCDB 51-55 AABDA
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
Uniquely 57. where 58. referring 59. muddy 60. is committed/commits
61. or 62. to emerge 63. extension 64. by 65. planted
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
An Unforgettable Activity in High School
During my high school years, one unforgettable activity I participated in was the charity bazaar organized by the school. Students set up booths selling handmade crafts and baked goods to raise funds for a local orphanage. I helped at a face-painting booth and saw the joy on children’s faces as their designs came to life.
The sense of unity and purpose among everyone involved was inspiring. It taught me the value of giving back and working together for a meaningful cause, making it a truly valuable experience in my high school journey.
第二节（满分25分）
“Come with me!” Josh called out. The next instant, he raced upstairs with the weak scarecrow made by Mom with lightning speed. Though still feeling a bit confused, I followed him into the attic without hesitation, where we began a thorough search for the potentially useful items for making a stronger scarecrow. We found the broken umbrellas and used them as the backbone of the scarecrow. After that, we sorted out some old sheets and tied them on. The scarecrow now looked even scarier. With all work done, we dragged our creation to the cornfield and planted it firmly in the mud, our hearts full of hope.
In the days that followed, the scarecrow stood tall. Serving as a silent guardian, it successfully scared the birds away. Seeing this, Mom couldn’t help giving us a big thumb, thinking highly of our wonderful works. Under its watchful eyes, our cornfield flourished this year. As we enjoyed a good harvest, her favorite saying, “waste not, want not”, echoed in our hearts. Mom’s useless things from the attic had come together to create something extraordinary. The “Affair of the Scarecrow” has taught us the value of creatively transforming seemingly useless items into treasure, making us aware that frugality is a good quality after all.龙川一中2023-2024学年第二学期高二年级期中考试
英 语 试 卷
考试时间：120分钟 笔试：120分
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。
A
POETRY CHALLENGE
Write a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.
Prizes
3 Grand Prizes: Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner’s choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.
6 First Prizes: The book Sky Pioneer: A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.
50 Honorable Mentions: Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart’s final flight.
Rules
Follow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.
■Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of lines.
■Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.
■On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.
■Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.
21. How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Six.
22. What will each of the honorable mention winners get
A. A plane ticket. B. A book by Corinne Szabo.
C. A photo of Amelia Earhart. D. A special T-shirt.
23. Which of the following will result in disqualification
A. Writing a poem of 120 words. B. Typing your poem out.
C. Using both sides of the paper. D. Mailing your entry on October 30.
B
Tonight, our family was going out to play under the full moon.
My husband Todd and I first started going on full moon walks for ourselves, as we needed these little doses of moonlight to stay happy, though sometimes we had to hike through the forest to find a perfect spot. But after we became parents, we did this for our children. We wanted to show Sierra and Bryce that it was not necessary to travel far from home to have an adventure and learn something new, and that there was much magic in the natural world, available to all.
Once we arrived at our location, Sierra and I stood holding hands, waiting to cheer the full moon in its rising — a thin sliver of the appealing moon emerged above the ridge of the mountain afar. Soon, more of the moon came out until it turned into a brilliant orange sphere. Todd explained to Sierra and Bryce that the moon generates no light, but simply acts like a mirror, reflecting the sunlight back to us. “Does the moon’s face change ” Bryce asked. I told him that the moon rotates (旋转) around the earth, but does not spin by itself, so the same side of the moon is always facing the earth. Sierra remarked that the moon looked larger and closer when it was rising. I explained that it is a visual illusion (错觉) because it is so close to the horizon that the moon magically tricks our eyes into comparing it with nearby objects, thus creating the impression of the increased size.
Much of the knowledge that I shared with the kids was learned from my parents. During my childhood, they would take me on educational adventures out in the woods, and as I later found, so did their parents. So every time I go for a full moon walk with my beloved family, I thank those wise educators who came before me.
To educate, sometimes all it takes is going outdoors and gazing up at the heavens.
24. What does the underlined word “this” in paragraph 1 refer to
A. Going on a hike through the forest.
B. Taking a walk under the full moon.
C. Watching magic shows every month.
D. Traveling far from home for adventure.
25. What can we learn from their family outing
A. The kids were reluctant to participate.
B. Todd mentioned the mirror to explain sunlight.
C. The kids exhibited a spirit of exploration about the moon.
D. The author used a magic trick to explain the larger moon.
26. Which of the following best describes the parents
A. Creative and faithful. B. Selfless and brave.
C. Inspiring and generous. D. Insightful and patient.
27. What does the story convey to the readers
A. Life is what you make it. B. Every cloud has a silver lining.
C. Nature is the best teacher. D. God helps those who help themselves.
C
A group of clams （河蚌） recently caught people's attention after an article was posted by China Science Communication online. Although these clams are usually regarded as nothing more than delicious food, they work to monitor the local water quality in Poland.
Gruba Kaska pumping station, which stands in the River Wisla, helps provide millions of liters of water to Warsaw, the capital of Poland. However, one particular concern for the water quality has been heavy metals, and researchers sought help from nature to solve this problem.
Clams are sensitive to pollutants in their environment as they filter （过滤） water to feed on microorganisms. They shut their shells immediately after detecting “dangerous” water.
Based on this, the researchers selected eight clams at a time and recorded the natural opening of their shells. After the clam “employees” become accustomed to the local water, they are placed in a specially designed container. With sensors stuck onto their shells, the clams are connected to a system that records how wide the shells are open. If four or more clams close their shells at the same time, an alarm will be set off and the water supply will be shut down. The result is reliable because the creatures are considering many different factors at the same time, according to ZME Science.
Animals have long been helpers for human activities. Farmers in north Queensland, Australia, have been ordering different species of dung beetles to help clean up cattle waste, according to ABC News. As the number of cattle grows, their waste increases, leading to an enormous population of flies and a worsening environment. Dung beetles, however, take the waste and bury it. This way, they help improve soil quality.
Similarly, cockroaches are used to deal with kitchen waste at several firms in China, according to a report of The Beijing News. About 300 million cockroaches are fed 15 tons of food waste on a daily basis, and they themselves are a good protein resource for livestock.
28.Why did the researchers turn to nature for help
A.To solve the food shortage. B.To attract people's attention.
C.To supervise the water quality. D.To remove heavy metals sooner.
29.What is the paragraph 4 mainly about
A.The reason for the study. B.The result of the research.
C.The purpose of the study. D.The process of the study.
30.How can dung beetles help farmers
A.By cleaning up food waste regularly.
B.By dealing with cattle's waste properly.
C.By digesting and burying the waste of flies.
D.By using kitchen waste to improve soil quality.
31.What can be the best title for the text
A.Animals, Good Helpers of Humans B.Three Kinds of Amazing Animals
C.A Special Way to Test Water Quality D.Animals, Far More than Tasty Food
D
Hibernation (冬眠) is a classic topic of science fiction. In movies such as 2001: A Space Odyssey, Alien, or Passengers, crew members are put into a state of sleep to take year-long journeys to space. Now a new study from Washington University has shown that human hibernation may soon become a reality.
The research team carried out tests on rats — animals that do not naturally hibernate. They first identified a group of neurons (神经元) in a deep brain region, which were found to be involved in controlling body temperature during hibernation. They showed that, in mice, these neurons could be stimulated using ultrasound (超声波), which was delivered through a helmet without causing an injury.
When receiving the ultrasound, the mice showed a drop in body temperature of about 3°C, and their heart rates fell by about 47%. When the ultrasound system was switched off, they woke up again. The result was “surprising and fascinating”, said Hong Chen, a professor who led the work.
Researchers are also trying to determine how to harness the power of hibernation to help humans. They believe that it could be key to addressing health conditions like heart disease, and Alzheimer’s. Furthermore, hibernation’s ability to slow aging, which was observed in bats, could benefit space exploration, enabling longer missions with less food requirements. Research in animals also suggests that bodies of hibernating astronauts might lose less bone and muscle, making them fit and ready to start challenging exploration soon after they wake up.
By unlocking the secrets of this remarkable process, researchers may uncover ways to improve human health, as well as gain new insights into the natural world. Therefore, the exploration of hibernation is an exciting area that is sure to yield numerous benefits in the years to come.
The scientists now plan to look at how lowered body temperature might affect the cognitive abilities of humans. “Our next experiments will test working memory in monkeys. This is important because while astronauts physically hibernate as they fly into deep space, their brain still needs to be working,” said Chen.
32. How did researchers put rats into hibernation
A. By lowering their body temperature.
B. By activating specific brain neurons.
C. By putting a regular helmet on them.
D. By using ultrasound through an operation.
33. What does the underlined word “harness” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Employ. B. Challenge. C. Overlook. D. Discover.
34. What advantage might hibernation bring to humans
A. It improves people’s mental health.
B. It predicts a variety of heart diseases.
C. It helps astronauts keep physically fit.
D. It enables astronauts to build up muscle.
35. What’s the purpose of the last paragraph
A. To point out the significance of the study.
B. To bring out the focus of follow-up studies.
C. To discuss other factors affecting hibernation.
D. To explain practical applications of the finding.
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。
Common Mistakes New Runners Make
Running is a great way to get in shape and just about everyone can do it. However, many make a number of common mistakes, which can interfere (妨碍) with training or lead to injury. ___36___ , keep these things in mind to help you increase your chances of running success.
·Doing too much too soon
One of the biggest mistakes new runners make is doing too much too soon. Slowly easing into a training program will help reduce the risk of injury, so you can continue on with your new running routine ___37___ .
· ___38___
Beginners might think they need to run every day (or nearly every day) to meet their fitness or weight-loss goals, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Running is a high-impact activity which can be really hard on your body. So it’s important to give your body a rest between workouts.
·Not wearing the right equipment
___39___, it’s important that you wear properly for your workouts. The most important piece of equipment for running is a good pair of running shoes, so be sure to do some research before you purchase a pair. Visit a running specialty store and ask an employee to fit you for a shoe.
Running through pain
___40___ If something hurts when you run, you need to stop and treat the pain. Remember: It doesn’t make you less of a runner if you listen to your body to keep it healthy.
A. Not taking rest days
B. If you’re just starting out
C. Comparing yourself to others
D. Running can be uncomfortable at times
E. It’s important not to use the same muscles
F. While it may be true that you don’t need expensive equipment to take up running
G. Experts suggest increasing your running distance by no more than 10% each week
第三部分 语言运用（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）
Jen is a 39-year-old community dancer with Down's Syndrome (唐氏综合征) . She is the founder of DanceSyndrome, a non-profit organization that brings together 41 dancers and make them feel equal to everyone.
Dancing has always been in her veins. As a young girl, Jen seized every opportunity to dance with full 42 both in the morning and during her 10 minutes of 43 before bedtime. The dynamic workout would keep her 44 all day long.
Life hasn't been straightforward for Jen. She was 45 by a number of dance clubs in primary school and encountered numerous 46 while pursuing her passion for dance. Despite these challenges, her ambition to share her love for dance and 47 disabled individuals in the art grew stronger.
After leaving school at 18, Jen spent over 10 years searching 48 for opportunities to be trained as a dance leader. Eventually, she had to give up and decided to try her own way, not knowing where it might lead!
Despite the 49 , DanceSyndrome was established in 2009. Jen and her fellow disabled dance leaders took 50 of the charitable organization, working alongside non- disabled dance artists who helped them work more professionally.
Over the decade, DanceSyndrome has 51 thousands of disabled dancers, cultivating an environment where every person is recognized as equal, 52 and accepted for who they are. The year 2019 witnessed Jen 53 for the third time as a member of Shaw Trust's Disability Power 100. She is a living proof that 54 can come from unexpected places and that disabled individuals can 55 society in extraordinary ways.
41、A. confusing B. disabled C. talented D. clumsy
42、A. energy B. fear C. speed D. courage
43、A. concentration B. imagination C. relaxation D. celebration
44、A. exhausted B. astonished C. motivated D. refreshed
45、A. held back B. left alone C. looked after D. turned down
46、A. consequences B. barriers C. friends D. experiences
47、A. discover B. employ C. engage D. entertain
48、A. in particular B. in return C. in vain D. in advance
49、A. frustration B. progress C. curiosity D. uncertainty
50、A. possession B. charge C. advantage D. control
51、A. supported B. praised C. paid D. added
52、A. valued B. envied C. united D. rewarded
53、A. regarded B. listed C. interviewed D. expected
54、A. inspiration B. friendship C. teamwork D. leadership
55、A. contribute to B. adapt to C. belong to D. live up to
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。
The Sanya Nanfan (南繁) Seed Breeding (繁殖) Base, located in south China's Hainan Province, plays a vital role as a seed centre in China. 56________ (unique) blessed with nature's gifts and a wealth of the country's resources, it serves as the dedicated ground 57______ skilled agricultural experts contribute to feeding our nation and addressing global hunger.
Dr. Xiao Feng stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation in Nanfan. Jokingly 58______ (refer) to himself as a"mudskipper", he is often spotted with rolled-up trouser legs knee-deep in the 59______ (mud) fields. Dr. Xiao, along with other Nanfan researchers, 60______ (commit) wholeheartedly to improving grain production, ensuring that people's dinner tables are filled.
"Life can be compared to a seed, remarks Dr. Xiao. "Occasionally, it may either not grow as expected 61______ remain inactive. Nevertheless, hope and opportunity persist. The seed of life will always manage 62______ (emerge) through the ground."
The term "Nanfan" itself implies to the practice of transplanting summertime crops from northern latitudes to Hainan during its winter. This makes for an 63______ (extend) of growing seasons. Shortening the breeding cycle 64______ half or more, Nanfan accelerates the breeding process.
Hope is a humble seed, when 65______ (plant) in fertile ground, it transfigures (美化……的外表) into new life bearing fruits of change. The researchers at Nanfan are those seeds of hope.
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，你校英文报举办了以“An Unforgettable Activity in High School”为主题的征文活动。请你写一篇英文短文投稿，分享一次你参加过的校园活动。内容包括：
1. 活动内容；2. 活动感受。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
An Unforgettable Activity in High School
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第二节 读后续写（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, 使之构成一篇完整的短文。
My mother believed in using things up. Last year, our cornfield had a bad harvest because birds feasted on the crops. It was probably then that Mom's frugality (节俭) became even more extraordinary. She began keeping everything that seemed useless in the attic (阁楼) — worn-out clothes, old sheets, broken umbrellas, and some other old items. Mom's favorite saying was "waste not, want not". My brother Josh and I weren't sure what that meant until the “Affair of the Scarecrow (稻草人) ", which, as it later became known, left a lasting impression on us.
The story began with a pretty hat that Mom received as a gift to protect her from the sun. However, Josh and I could see that Mom's frugal nature and fashion sense were in battle. Mom really didn't want to get rid of the hat-it was new and had a lot of use left in it-but neither could she stand wearing it. She tried to take off the fancy decorations, but they were stuck on tight. She'd have to find some other solution.
Josh and I watched as Mom headed upstairs to the attic with the hat. "Waste not, want not,"she called back down. We heard boxes being moved around. Moments later, Mom leaned out, holding a flour bag full of straw, and with a mysterious smile, she placed the hat on it.
"What is that for "I asked, confused. "A scarecrow!"Mom exclaimed. "But not a good one yet. It needs a strong body to stand firm in the field, she said with a frown. "And it doesn't look scary enough," Josh remarked. I had to admit that Josh, though younger than I was, could sometimes be more imaginative. Josh and I turned to each other, searching for a good idea. Soon enough, Josh's eyes lit up with inspiration.
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。
"Come with me!" Josh called out.___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ In the days that followed, the scarecrow stood tall.______________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________
