宁德市博雅培文学校高中部5月月考高二英语试题卷
（考试形式：闭卷 满分：150分 时间：120分钟）
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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。
例:How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What will the woman do at the weekend
A. Go for a drive. B. Learn how to cook. C. Help her father.
2. Why did James quit his job
A. To start his own firm. B. To work for his friend. C. To go back to school.
3. How much will the man pay
A. $ 20. B. $ 80. C. $100.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a bookstore. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
5. What are they talking about
A. Mr. Gray's appearance. B. Mr. Gray's suit. C. Mr. Gray's beard.
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、7题。
6. What is the man doing
A. Giving a speech. B. Chairing a meeting. C. Introducing a person.
7. Why does the woman sing so well
A. She is young. B. She has a great teacher. C. She teaches singing.
听第7段材料, 回答第8至10题。
8. What's the relationship between them
A. Former schoolmates. B. Guide and tourist. C. Strangers.
9. What did the woman do in China
A. She visited some schools. B. She studied in college. C. She took an exam.
10. What impressed the woman most
A. The holidays. B. The educational environment. C. The villages.
听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。
11. What happened to the man
A. He parked in a wrong place. B. He had an accident. C. He got a traffic ticket.
12. At what speed was the man going
A. 35 miles per hour. B. 55 miles per hour. C. 90 miles per hour.
13. Why did the man drive so fast
A. To give a lesson. B. To reach school on time. C. To avoid the rush hour.
听第9段材料, 回答第14至16题。
14. What is the woman
A. An architect. B. A gallery worker. C. A saleswoman.
15. How did the man know about the gallery
A. From his friend. B. From a website. C. From a magazine.
16. What does the man think of the exhibition
A. He doesn't like it at all. B. He likes the video a lot. C. He is fond of the paintings.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. What does the center aim to do
A. Set up a relaxing place. B. Encourage a healthy life. C. Provide some entertainment.
18. What is included in the diet
A. Red meat. B. Various wines. C. Fish and chicken.
19. What can be done at the center
A. Relaxing in the garden. B. Chatting online. C.Watching TV.
20. How can the members have newspapers sent to their rooms
A. By paying booking fee. B. By informing the librarian. C. By contacting the receptionist.
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
Welcome to the world-famous house where William Shakespeare was born in l564 and where he grew up. The property (房产) remained in the ownership of Shakespeare’s family until 1806. The House has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world, for over 250 years.
◆Enter through the Visitors’ Centre and see the highly-praised exhibition Shakespeare’s World, a lively and full introduction to the life and work of Shakespeare.
◆Stand in the rooms where Shakespeare grew up.
◆Discover examples of furniture and needlework from Shakespeare’s period.
◆Enjoy the traditional English garden, planted with trees and flower mentioned in the poet’s works.
OPENING TIMES
20 Mar to 19 Oct
Mon to Sat: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Sun: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
20 Oct to 19 Mar
Mon to Sat: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Sun: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Birthplace is within easy walking distance of all the car parks shown on the map; nearest is Windsor Street (3 minutes’ Walk).
The House may present difficulties but the Visitors’ Centre, its exhibition, and the garden are accessible to wheelchair users.
The Shakespeare Coffee House (opposite the Birthplace)
ADMISSION Adult ￡4.90 Child ￡2.20 Family ￡12.00 (2 adults + up to 3 children)
21. How much is the admission for a family of two grown-ups and one child
A. ￡9.80. B. ￡12.00. C. ￡14.20. D. ￡16.90.
22. When does the House start to receive visitors on Sunday in December
A. 8:30 am. B. 9:00 am. C. 9:30 am. D. 10:00 am.
23. Where is the nearest parking place to Shakespeare’ s Birthplace
A. At Windsor Street. B. Near the Coffee House.
C. Behind the exhibition hall. D. Opposite the Visiturs’ Centre.
B
My husband Robert and I had volunteered to help build an irrigation (灌溉) system for bananas in Zambia. The Heart of Africa Mission is run by local Zambians, with a focus on community development. We were there to share our agricultural experience and knowledge with the African farmers.
We left snow-covered Alberta, Canada in January. We spent the next four weeks working side by side with the local Zambians in a banana plantation (种植园). The banana plantation would help make the Heart of Africa Mission self-supporting. It would also teach banana farming to the students there. Students would go on to teach others. It has done that and more. Through the jobs created, several families now have food, education for their children, and enough housing. The plantation is producing well and is a source of great pride for all who work there.
My husband worked hard at building the irrigation system. But the story he tells most often is of the young man who stopped us on one of our walks somewhere. He pointed to his bike, and laughing widely, told Robert, “Look, look, it still works.” Robert had repaired it for him. A bike in Zambia is like a truck in North America—necessary transportation for people and produce. Robert’s small effort made a big difference in this man’s life.
“We sure appreciate your sacrifice (牺牲),” our organizer often says. For us it was never a sacrifice, only an honor to have the chance to work in a place so far from our own, to be able to exchange ideas and thoughts. All this happened while living in a beautiful sunny country in the green of the rainy season, while at home in Alberta, the snow would cover the landscape for months. No, the volunteer work was never a sacrifice. It was only an honor.
24. What can we learn about the author from the first paragraph
A. She likes to take adventures. B. She is probably an expert in agriculture.
C. She started the Heart of Africa Mission. D. She used to live in Africa for a long time.
25. Which of the following best describes the author’s volunteer job
A. Costly. B. Tiring. C. Challenging. D. Fruitful.
26. Why did the young man stop the author and her husband
A. To ask for help. B. To express his thanks.
C. To show his cycling skills. D. To tell them about his work.
27. Why did the author consider the volunteer work an honor
A. It enabled her to work harder. B. It brought her public recognition.
C. It made her appreciate her life more. D. It allowed her to experience different things.
C
More than half the world’s population are city residents, and, by 2050, the United Nations predicts that seven in ten people will be. Architects are having to consider how architecture influences our emotional well-being in urban settings.
According to Colin Ellard, a research psychologist at Waterloo University, Canada, there is a lot of evidence which shows “the profound impact that the design of buildings has on how we feel, how we treat one another, and our overall psychological well-being”. A study from the University of Heidelberg concluded that people raised in the countryside are less likely to have mental disorders than those raised in the city. The city of Vancouver in Canada, which is surrounded by mountains and ocean, recognises the need to connect with nature. It has included protecting ocean and mountain views in its urban planning guidelines. For example, tall buildings are set up in strategic locations that don’t block scenic views for downtown residents.
The British designer Thomas Heatherwick wants to make architecture less soulless and boring. He told The Guardian, “We need to fearlessly demand interestingness and make buildings that enrich our senses.” He has listed seven characteristics of a boring building. These include being too flat and straight. He says lack of depth means light and shadow cannot play on surfaces, while straight lines are at odds with nature and make buildings dull.
However, making buildings interesting is not always easy, as architect Rafael Vinoly found out in 2013 when he created the 37-storey skyscraper in London. The building was admired for its curved exterior walls covered in reflective glass. However, it acted like a magnifying glass and reflected light which melted nearby cars and almost set fire to a carpet. A screen had to be added to prevent the building causing further damage.
So, for your own well-being, surround yourself with buildings that bring you joy, and ideally a view of nature.
28．Why are tall buildings located in certain places in Vancouver
A．To protect people’s mental health. B．To follow the tradition of the city.
C．To caution people against disorder. D．To reveal the prosperity of the area.
29．Which kind of building is Thomas’ preference
A．One with straight lines. B．One having flat surfaces.
C．One having a security system. D．One with innovative patterns.
30．What did Rafael Vinoly fail to consider in his design
A．Boldness. B．Creativity. C．Practicality. D．Flexibility.
31．What is the purpose of the passage
A．To call on people to live in big cities.
B．To compare buildings in different cities.
C．To stress the importance of healthy emotion.
D．To convince people of emotional impact by buildings.
D
While some allergies (过敏症) disappear over time or with treatment, others last a lifetime. For decades, scientists have been searching for the source of these lifetime allergies.
Recently, researchers found that memory B cells may be involved. These cells produce a different class of antibodies known as IgG, which ward off viral infections. But no one had identified exactly which of those cells were recalling allergens or how they switched to making the IgE antibodies responsible for allergies. To uncover the mysterious cells, two research teams took a deep dive into the immune (免疫的) cells of people with allergies and some without.
Immunologist Joshua Koenig and colleagues examined more than 90, 000 memory B cells from six people with birch allergies, four people allergic to dust mites and five people with no allergies. Using a technique called RNA sequencing, the team identified specific memory B cells, which they named MBC2s that make antibodies and proteins associated with the immune response that causes allergies.
In another experiment, Koenig and colleagues used a peanut protein to go fishing for memory B cells from people with peanut allergies. The team pulled out the same type of cells found in people with birch and dust mite allergies. In people with peanut allergies, those cells increased in number and produced IgE antibodies as the people started treatment to desensitize them to peanut allergens.
Another group led by Maria Curotto de Lafaille, an immunologist at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, also found that similar cells were more plentiful in 58 children allergic to peanuts than in 13 kids without allergies. The team found that the cells are ready to switch from making protective IgG antibodies to allergy-causing IgE antibodies. Even before the switch, the cells were making RNA for IgE but didn’t produce the protein. Making that RNA enables the cells to switch the type of antibodies they make when they encounter allergens. The signal to switch partially depends on a protein called JAK, the group discovered. “Stopping JAK from sending the signal could help prevent the memory cells from switching to IgE production,” Lafaille says. She also predicts that allergists may be able to examine aspects of these memory cells to forecast whether a patient's allergy is likely to last or disappear with time or treatment.
“Knowing which population of cells store allergies in long-term memory may eventually help scientists identify other ways to kill the allergy cells,” says Cecilia Berin, an immunologist at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. “You could potentially get rid of not only your peanut allergy but also all of your allergies.”
32．Why did scientists investigate the immune cells of individuals with and without allergies
A．To explore the distinctions between IgG and IgE.
B．To uncover new antibodies known as IgG and IgE.
C．To identify cells responsible for defending against allergies.
D．To reveal cells associated with the development of allergies.
33．What does the word “desensitize” underlined in Paragraph 4 most probably mean
A．Make. . . less destructive. B．Make. . . less responsive.
C．Make. . . less protective. D．Make. . . less effective.
34．What can we learn from the two research teams’ work
A．MBC2s make antibodies and proteins that prevent allergies.
B．Memory B cells generate both RNA for IgE and the corresponding protein.
C．JAK plays a role in controlling antibody production when exposed to allergens.
D．Allergists are capable of predicting whether an allergy will last or disappear.
35．Which could be the best title for the passage
A．RNA Sequencing Is Applied in Immunology Research
B．Specific Cells Related to Peanut Allergies Are Identified
C．Unmasking Cells’ Identities Helps Diagnose and Treat Allergies
D．Newfound Immune Cells Are Responsible for Long-lasting Allergies
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。
The holidays can be a difficult time to stay on track with your fitness goals. 36 . Even the most disciplined people can find it difficult to stick to their fitness routines during the holiday season. Here are some expert-recommended tips that can help you stay on track.
37 .
Planning is the best way to make sure you don’t lose track of your goals. Plan your workouts for the week and mark them in your schedule to assure they are a part of your day.
Exercise early.
38 . Make sure workouts are in the morning and you’ll set yourself up for a productive day. Then you can enjoy holiday activities and time with family without worrying about when you’ll have time to exercise.
Keep moving.
Research shows that getting up for just five minutes every 30 to 60 minutes and performing light activities reduces the risk of heart disease risk factors. Small efforts to get moving can help your overall health during the holidays. In addition to staying active, try to avoid sitting for long periods of time, such as when watching football games or eating. 39 .
Think out of the box.
The holidays are busy, but do your best to avoid the “all or nothing” mentality when it comes to physical activity. 40 — like taking a family walk around the neighborhood before opening Christmas presents.
A．Plan ahead
B．Plan independently
C．Exercising in the morning is one of the biggest tips
D．Remember: too much sitting is harmful to your health
E．Your schedule will be filled with family gatherings and celebrations
F．Get creative with exercise and make physical activity a family affair
G．Rather than skipping the gym altogether, make time for a quick workout
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。
When I suggested my 13-year-old try tennis, she quickly shot me down. “I’m not 41 , so stop trying to get me to do sports,” Julianna said. I suggested it because some of my recent happiest memories were of playing ping-pong with her. Tennis seemed like a natural progression from ping-pong and a great way to 42 some of her growing teen worries on a larger playing field. But my suggestion was always met with 43 .
Still, I was undiscouraged. I was convinced that 44 some physical energy would help Julianna. I’ve seen how sports help deal with stress. It 45 for me when I was a teenage girl.
Midway through summer, we stayed at home one afternoon, really bored. “Do you want to play tennis ” I asked. “Sure,” she said. Arriving at the 46 , we set down our bags, picked up our rackets (球拍), and 47 towards our sides of the court. The net felt like the visual representation of a growing 48 between us — I desiring a connection and my teenage daughter longing for independence.
I started by hitting a ball over the net, and Julianna took a big swing and 49 . We repeated this several more times. I resisted the 50 to tell her she was 51 the racket too close to the neck or to step more into her forehand. We just repeated the 52 of me hitting the ball and her missing it a few times before she finally got it back over the net. “This is fun,” she said with a mixture of surprise and joy and then she smiled 53 .
Now we always find time to play tennis. We’re both eager for an activity that can 54 tensions between us in daily life. It’s nice to have a place where both of us can release our 55 feelings and let them go.
41．A．mindful B．incredible C．sporty D．refreshed
42．A．knock out B．work out C．figure out D．leave out
43．A．agreement B．insight C．resistance D．isolation
44．A．releasing B．identifying C．reproducing D．nurturing
45．A．emerged B．shone C．interfered D．worked
46．A．parking B．court C．source D．milestone
47．A．dragged B．turned C．inched D．headed
48．A．divide B．hate C．affection D．objective
49．A．acquired B．fell C．missed D．grabbed
50．A．imagination B．alternative C．urge D．appeal
51．A．holding B．scratching C．removing D．charging
52．A．illustration B．pattern C．measurement D．frequency
53．A．desperately B．disappointedly C．specifically D．widely
54．A．fuel B．target C．transmit D．ease
55．A．relevant B．negative C．prospective D．personalized
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。
BYD, or Biyadi, is a leading Chinese automotive company that specializes in new energy vehicles, including electric cars and buses. 56 (establish) in Shenzhen in 2003 by Wang Chuanfu, 57 expert in battery technology, BYD initially made its mark in the battery industry. The company’s name, meaning ‘Build Your Dreams’, reflects 58 (it) ambitious vision.
BYD 59 (focus) on developing electric and hybrid vehicles from the very beginning, taking advantage of its excellent battery technology. BYD’s commitment to innovation has led to the production of several 60 （true) successful models, such as the F3DM, the world’s first mass-produced plug-in hybrid car, and the E6, an electric crossover.
Over the years, BYD has expanded its reach globally, selling vehicles in numerous countries and establishing research and 61 (produce) facilities internationally. The company has also diversified into other areas, including solar energy and LED technology, reflecting its broader commitment to 62 (sustain) development.
BYD has been at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution, investing heavily in research and development. Its innovative Blade Battery technology, introduced in 2020, aims to enhance the safety and performance of EV batteries, 63 so far has still been a major concern for the market.
Today, BYD continues to grow, driven by its mission to create a 64 (green) future. With a diverse range of products and a strong 65 (present) in both domestic and international markets, BYD is a symbol of China’s rise as a major player in the global automotive industry.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假如你是学校English Club的 Director李华，请你用英语给你校新来的外教Smith先生写封信，帮助他快速适应中国的新生活。主要内容包括：
1. 在中国生活的一些注意事项；2. 能让他更加享受中国生活的建议。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mr. Smith,
I am writing to you representing the English Club.______________________________ _________________________________________
_________________________________________
Warm regards,
Li Hua
(English Club Director)
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。
My legs and arms were shaking. Sweat was tripping down my face. Every step felt like thousands of needles were sinking into my legs. I couldn’t take it. By that time I had got three blisters (水泡) on each foot. It felt like I was in Sahara!
It was discovery week. Grade eight was visiting Altai for a week. We lived in camps near the river. Now we were going up the mountain called The Devil’s Finger. But the mountain was only getting steeper (陡的). Most of the people were already on the top, screaming, laughing and taking selfies. Then I realized I had left my hat on the bus and I felt even worse. I touched my head. It was warm, but I couldn’t do anything about it.
Most of my friends were up the hill cheering me on. “Pointless!” I told them. “I can’t go any faster!” They looked at me and laughed. “They have got to be kidding me! Are they doing it on purpose ”
I was making my way slowly up the mountain. My feet stepped on something. I thought it was a rock, but whatever. The rock slipped from under my boot and went tumbling down the mountain. I lost my balance and fell on the ground. “Are you OK ” I heard a voice behind me. “Just tired. I’m taking a break.” I didn’t want to say that I fell.
There were only eight people behind me by that time. I decided to speed up because I didn’t want to be the last one up. I looked up. Yana was already on the top, waving to me. “It’s like she isn’t tired at all,” I thought to myself. The sun was behind her so I could barely see her face. Actually, no. I could see a huge smile on her face. She was shouting something, but I couldn’t hear it. I decided that the rest of the way up I would not stop to take any breaks.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
However, my body wasn’t listening and I sunk to the ground again.
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Finally, I reached the top of the mountain.
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第一部分 听力（每小题1.5分，满分30分）
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C B B A A C B A A B
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
C B C B A C B C A C
第二部分 阅读（每小题2.5分，满分50分）
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B D A B D B D A D C
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
D D B C D E A C D F
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）
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C B C A D B D A C C A B D D B
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
Established 57．an 58．its 59．has focused 60．truly
61．production 62．sustainable 63．which 64．greener 65. presence
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
【A possible version】
Dear Mr. Smith,
I am writing to you representing the English Club. We are thrilled to have you as part of our school community. To help you settle in quickly, I'd like to share some key points about living in China.
Firstly, In China, certain topics like politics are considered taboo. So, it's important to respect these boundaries to maintain a harmonious environment. Secondly, physical contact is generally less common here than in some Western cultures. Hugging, especially with someone of the opposite sex, can be seen as inappropriate unless you have a close relationship with the person.
A great tip for you. Try to attend festivals, visit museums, and try to engage with the community, which can help you learn more about Chinese traditions and make lasting connections. We wish you a wonderful and enriching stay in China.
Warm regards,
Li Hua
(English Club Director)
第二节（满分25分）
【答案】范文
However, my body wasn’t listening and I sunk to the ground again. It was too hot and my lips were dried. I reached for my water bottle. My blisters were killing me and the pain was unbearable. My lungs felt like they were about to explode. However, I pushed myself to get up. The Devil’s Finger laughed at me with its steep incline, but I refused to give in. My friends’ cheers echoed in my ears, reminding me that I wasn’t alone. With each step, I felt like I was conquering not just the mountain, but my own fears and limitations. For a moment I felt a cool breeze.
Finally, I reached the top of the mountain. The view was breathtaking. I could see everything from this height. Giant clouds were rushing past me like ships on the ocean. At the same time, the sense of accomplishment was indescribable. Yana ran to hug me, her smile wider than ever. “You made it!” she shouted. I looked around at my friends, all celebrating our victory together. The exhaustion was worth it. I had proven to myself that with perseverance and determination, I could overcome any obstacle. The Devil’s Finger no longer seemed so terrible, and I felt a newfound strength in myself.
