河北省沧州市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末教学质量监测英语试题（无答案，无听力原文及音频）

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沧州市2023—2024学年第二学期期末教学质量监测
高二英语
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第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. How will the man go to meet Mr. Smith
A. By bus. B. By underground. C. By taxi.
2. When will the man start his next class
A. At 9:00 a. m. B. At 10:45 a. m. C. At 11:00 a. m.
3. What is the weather probably like these days
A. Cold. B. Rainy. C. Windy.
4. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a local cafe. B. At their home. C. At a convenience store.
5. How does the painting make the woman feel
A. Uncomfortable. B. Excited. C. Peaceful.
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 woman's concern
A. She is getting less creative.
B. Her job might be replaced by AI.
C. The new technology is difficult to learn.
7. What is the man probably
A. A teacher. B. An artist. C. A computer programmer.
听第7段材料，回答第8至 10题。
8. What is the man's problem
A. He has a temperature.
B. He is struggling to save energy.
C. He is too cold to do his work.
9. What does the woman suggest
A. Turning off the heating system.
B. Taking better care of their health.
C. Discussing the issue with the leader.
10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Boss and secretary. B. Co-workers. C. Teacher and student.
听第8段材料，回答第11 至 13题。
11. What is the woman doing
A. Asking for a ride. B. Asking for a map. C. Asking the way.
12. Which city is the woman's destination
A. Birmingham. B. Jonesville. C. Manchester.
13. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Drive through the highway.
B. Take a shortcut to Route 4.
C. Ask her friend to collect her.
听第9段材料，回答第14至 17题。
14. What do the speakers think of their task
A. Tiring. B. Meaningless. C. Difficult.
15. How many points does the first performer get
A.15. B.16. C.17.
16. Which performer was the most popular with the audience
A. The pianist. B. The singer. C. The magician.
17. What does the woman say about the last performance
A. The performance is her favorite,
B. It reminded her of her childhood.
C. She wants to know how it was done.
听第10段材料,回答第 18至 20题。
18. Why does the speaker give the speech
A. To sell his business.
B. To say goodbye to his job.
C. To celebrate an anniversary.
19. What has remained unchanged about the speaker
A. His personality. B. His work style. C. His beliefs.
20. What does the speaker plan to focus on next
A. Helping teenagers complete their education.
B. Helping some schools raise money.
C. Helping graduates look for jobs.
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
Favorite Books for Young Readers
The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses by Paul Goble
(For ages 5 to 8)
Everywhere you look in The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses, there's a tiny, precise and lovely detail—a plant, a bird, a lizard, a shell and of course the great horses. This story of a Plains Indian girl who runs away with a band of wild horses, and eventually becomes one of them, won the Caldecott in 1978. The recognition was well-deserved for its insightful portrayal(描写) of the bond between the human spirit and the wilderness.
Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall
(For ages 4 to 8)
Waves roll by, seasons come and go, keepers tend to their duties, and through it all, the lighthouse stands tall, sending its light out into the darkness, signaling hello to all the ships at sea. The Caldecott winner Sophi e Blackall does a significant job showing the timeless nature of lighthouse life—and the change that's coming.
The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson
(For ages 6 to 9)
One of the most—if not the most—beautiful books on this list. Kadir Nelson’s fancy, photorealistic paintings pair with Kwame Alexander's powerful words for a tribute(致敬) to decades of Black brilliance, pain and perseverance. “This is one of those texts that really spoke to me; it was beautifully written and I felt it was a really great pairing of words and pictures of an author and an artist,” Nelson said.
Harlem by Walter and Christopher
(For ages 9 and up)
This poem by Walter Dean Myers—a revered elder of children's literature—celebrates Harlem, where he grew up, full of“ colors loud enough to be heard” and songs first heard in the villages of“ Ghana/Mali/Senegal”. His son Christopher’s vivid illustrations, part paint and part collage(拼贴画), don't talk down to kids, instead pulling them into a lively city.
21. What is the focus of the book The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses
A. The girl's strong connection with nature.
B. The girl's artistic talent in drawing horses.
C. The girl's expertise in training wild animals.
D. The girl's close relationship with her family.
22. Whose book is recommended for 4-year-old kids
A. Paul Goble’s. B. Sophie Blackall's.
C. Kwa me Alexander and Kadir Nelson's. D. Walter and Christopher's.
23. What is special about Harlem
A. It's a historical account of a famous battle.
B. It's a novel describing life in a quiet village.
C. It's a poem featuring the writer's hometown.
D. It's a collection of songs from African countries.
B
Leaving the comfort of my homeland to a foreign land felt like jumping into the unknown. Tall buildings stood high, traffic roared (咆哮), and faces passed quickly, each more unfamiliar than the last. Culture shock took hold of me, its cold hold taking away the happiness from my days.
In search of warmth, I found a local animal shelter, a place where I could find some of the comfort I wanted. The shelter was filled with the sounds of barks and meows, a group of animals wanting to connect. There, I met a poor kitten, with eyes that showed the same desire I felt.
We quickly became friends, and soon my time was centered around visits to the shelter. One afternoon, as I held the kitten, I started to read out loud from an old book in my bag. Amazingly, the noise quieted down, replaced by quiet attention. The animals, including my furry (毛茸茸的) friend, became calm, watching me closely.
Curious about how reading made the animals calm, I. made it a normal habit during my time at the shelter. The stories, from playful to meaningful, connected us. Each reading was a calming routine, a quiet moment in the middle of noise.
Slowly, I learned from these kind animals. They taught me to wait patiently as they got used to me. They showed me the importance of just being there and feeling safe when someone reads to them.
As time passed, I felt less like a stranger in this new place. The shelter turned into my safe place, the animals, my new family. The kitten, especially, was a sign of hope, showing me that even when things change, some things stay the same.
By helping these animals, I got a sense of being part of a community, relief from my loneliness, and learned about love that everyone can understand. As I read to them, I saw my own life story change, not about being out of place but about finding a home in surprising places.
24. How did the writer initially feel about the change in environment
A. Excited. B. Relieved. C. Curious. D. Uneasy.
25. What was the writer's primary reason for visiting the animal shelter
A. To adopt a lovely pet.
B. To offer volunteer services.
C. To learn more about the local culture.
D. To find a sense of comfort and belonging.
26. How did the animals react to the writer's reading
A. They became calmer and more attentive.
B. They were confused by the reading.
C. They became more restless and noisy.
D. They maintained their usual activities.
27. What did the writer learn from interacting with the animals
A. The need for a daily routine.
B. The importance of patience and love.
C. The necessity for comfortable living space.
D. The value of exploring new cultural experiences.
C
The summer reading season is here. Some people will opt for paperbacks because they're easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers. But which is the more environmentally sustainable option
According to 2023 data from the literary industry research group Words Rated, when it comes to pulp(纸浆) and paper, print book publishing is the world's third-largest industrial greenhouse gas producer, and 32 million trees are cut down each year in the United States to make paper for books.
So many publishers are switching to on-demand printing. For example, Chronicle Books, are reducing their initial print runs to see how well the titles sell before they print more. “We felt that it was better to have a higher cost and have less waste,” said Chronic le Books president, Tyrrell Mahoney.
Publishers are also rethinking book design. It might be a surprise, but certain fonts(字体) can be more climate-friendly by using less ink and less paper.
Digital reading seems to have a considerable eco-advantage over print because it is paperless, so it saves trees, pulping and shipping. Moreover, tech companies that make e-readers such as Amazon, which sells the market-leading Kindle e-reader, offer recycling programs for old devices.
“By choosing e-books as an alternative to print, Kindle readers helped save an estimated2.3 million metric tons of carbon emissions over a two-year period,” said Corey Badcock, head of Kindle product and marketing.
But digital devices also come with a substantial carbon footprint, mainly at the producing stage. Their cases are made with fossil-fuel-derived plastics and the minerals in their batteries require resource-heavy mining.
Berners-Lee, the author of The Carbon Footprint of Everything , said the average e-reader has a carbon footprint of around 80 pounds. “This means that I've got to read about 36 small paperback books-worth on it before you break even,” he said.
“If you buy an e-reader and you read loads and loads of books on it, then it’s the lowest carbon thing to do,” Berners-Lee said. “But if I buy it, read a couple of books, and decide that I prefer paperback books, then it's the worst of all worlds.”
28. Why are publishers switching to on-demand printing
A. To further reduce costs.
B. To increase market sales.
C. To make books more durable.
D. To be more environmentally friendly.
29. What is the author's attitude towards digital devices' carbon footprint
A. Optimistic. B. Dismissive. C. Objective. D. Defensive.
30. What can we say about the carbon footprint of reading according to Berners-Lee
A. Heavy e-readers will have a lower carbon footprint.
B. Paperback readers contribute less to carbon emissions.
C. The carbon footprint of reading is unworthy of attention.
D. There's no way to measure the carbon footprint of e-readers.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. An Eco-Debate: Is My E-Reader Really Greener
B. The Decline of Paper: A Look at Modern Publishing
C. The Future of Reading: E-ink Technology Advances
D. What's Better for the Climate: A Paper Book or an E-Reader
D
In the 1960s and '70s, a series of questionable experiments claimed to prove that plants could behave like humans, and that they had feelings, responded to music and could even take a lie detector test.
Though most of those claims have since been proved wrong, climate journalist Zo Schlanger says a new wave of research suggests that plants are indeed “intelligent” in complex ways.
In her new book, The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth, Schlanger, a staff reporter at The Atlantic, writes about how plants use information from the environment, and from the past, to make “choices” for the future.
Schlanger notes that some tomato plants, when being eaten by caterpillars(毛毛虫), fill their leaves with a chemical that makes them so unappetizing that the caterpillars start eating each other instead. Corn plants have been known to sample the saliva(唾液) of caterpillars——and then use that information to release a chemical to attract bees that will attack the caterpillars.
We have nothing at the moment to suggest that plants feel pain, but do they sense being touched, or sense being eaten, and respond with a series of defensive chemicals that suggest that they really want to prevent whatever's going on from continuing Absolutely. So this is where we get into tricky territory. Do we ascribe human concepts like pain... to a plant, even though it has no brain And we can't ask it if it feels pain. We have not found pain receptors(感受器) in a plant. But then again, I mean, the devil's advocate view here is that we only found the mechanoreceptors for pain in humans, like, fairly recently. But we do know plants are receiving inputs all the time. They know when a caterpillar is chewing on them, and they will respond with defensiveness.
Schlanger acknowledges that our understanding of plants is still developing—as are the definitions of “intelligence” and “consciousness”. “Science is there for observation and to experiment, but it can't answer questions about this complicated concept of intelligence and consciousness,” she says.
32. What did experiments in the 1960s and '70s claim about plants
A. They could predict natural disasters.
B. They had emotions and could react to music.
C. They could solve complex math problems.
D. They could communicate with humans.
33. What do tomato plants do when facing caterpillars
A. They signal to other plants for help.
B. They let out a cry to warn the insects.
C. They make themselves more appetizing.
D. They produce a chemical to defend themselves.
34. What does the underlined word “ascribe” mean in Paragraph 5
A. Apply. B. Reduce. C. Translate. D. Limit.
35. What does the text suggest about the definitions of “intelligence” and “consciousness”
A. They are outdated and no longer relevant.
B. They are too complex for scientific study.
C. They are still developing and subject to change.
D. They are well-established and universally agreed upon.
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。
Choosing a career goal is a personal exercise in figuring out what's most important to you and your life. 36 . To help you get started, we rounded up a few common career goal examples below.
Secure a Job Title
This goal focuses on climbing up the career ladder to a more senior position. Before setting this goal, research the target role's day-to-day responsibilities and make sure it resonates(产生共鸣) with you. From there, reach out to an instructor or people in those positions. What skills, certifications and experiences did they need to reach that position 37 .
Work for a Distinguished Company
If working at a big-name company is meaningful to you, it's important to research different companies and industries. 38 . And explore where you might best fit in. Then reach out to people who work there or review their profiles to see what paths they took to reach that job.
Earn a Specific Salary
39 . Whether it's more freedom to travel or an early retirement, having another objective in mind will make the money you earn more meaningful. To set an effective financial target, review the salaries of people in your field and the experience level required to earn that amount. It may also help to enhance your negotiation skills so you can push for higher salaries as you navigate the job market.
40
This type of goal can be abstract, but it's still possible to make it specific and measurable. Start with reflecting on your current situation. Are you happy What aspects of your job do you find satisfying What tasks can you do to make yourself happier Every six months, hold yourself accountable to those tasks and assess your situation.
A. Make an Impact
B. Gain Career Satisfaction
C. Identify what you're passionate about those companies
D. However, it can still be difficult to know what to aim for
E. This financial objective is most effective when paired with other goals
F. These questions will help you chart specific steps to make this goal attainable
G. This could be volunteering once a week or feeling a sense of satisfaction in community
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。
I always miss Grandma. Settled in the armchair, I often find myself 41 by the fond memories of my grandma. Her influence was as gentle as a summer breeze(微风), yet 42 .
“Love,” she would say, “is the most 43 force in the world.” Her words were not just a lesson but a 44 light that led me through life's journey. She taught me to love 45 , to give selflessly, and to always find joy in the simple things. She effortlessly wove(编织) those 46 into the fabric of my being.
Now, as I sit with my grandchildren, their eyes wide with 47 , I find myself recounting the 48 Grandma told me. I show them how to take care of the garden that Grandma once lovingly 49 , where each plant holds a tale of patience and growth. We bake cookies together, just as I did with Grandma, and I 50 as they embrace the joy and affection baking brings.
The emotion of 51 swells in my heart as I realize the legacy(遗产) I now carry. Grandma's wisdom went beyond time, connecting generations and 52 the gap s that life presents. It's a legacy that I'm proud to 53 to my grandchildren. In this way, the love of a grandma becomes a timeless 54 .
As they grow, I hope they will remember the stories, the lessons, and the love. And one day, when they become 55 themselves, they will still remember the unique legacy of our family.
41. A. abandoned B. cheated C. bothered D. enveloped
42. A. double-edged B. long-lasting C. well-rounded D. wide-ranging
43. A. powerful B. accurate C. terrible D. complex
44. A. guiding B. disturbing C. following D. training
45. A. inconsistently B. unconditionally C. selfishly D. greedily
46. A. games B. symbols C. qualities D. favors
47. A. disappointment B. curiosity C. kindness D. anger
48. A. reports B. stories C. solutions D. plans
49. A. dug B. selected C. restored D. tended
50. A. observe B. imagine C. suspect D. investigate
51. A. calmness B. forgiveness C. confidence D. gratitude
52. A. leaving B. widening C. bridging D. creating
53. A. give away B. hand in C. pass on D. hold back
54. A. skill B. qualification C. schedule D. bond
55. A. lifesavers B. firefighters C. storytellers D. peacekeepers
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。
Ieoh Ming Pei, commonly known as I. M. Pei, was a well-known architect 56 groundbreaking works and significant impact have permanently shaped the field of contemporary architecture. Born in Guangzhou, China, in 1917, Pei went to the United States in the 1930s, where he would later earn his degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard Graduate School of Design.
Pei’s career lasted for over seven decades, during which he 57 (create) some of the most iconic structures of the 20th century. His portfolio(代表作品) included 58 range of projects from museums and civic buildings to skyscrapers and private residences. Among his most celebrated 59 (design) are the Louvre Pyramid in Paris, a large glass and metal pyramid that served as a masterful connection between the Louvre's historic architecture 60 modern sensibilities, and the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong.
In 61 (add) to his architectural achievements, Pei was known for his ability 62 (combine) tradition with modernity, a design philosophy that shaped his approach to creating spaces that were both 63 (function) and beautiful. His work inspired a generation of architects and continues to influence contemporary design.
Throughout his life, Pei received numerous awards and honors, 64 (include) the Pritzker Architecture Prize, often 65 (refer) to as the Nobel Prize of architecture, which recognized his lifetime contribution to the field.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分 40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是校英语俱乐部主席李华，你校俱乐部将组织英文戏剧大赛。请你代表俱乐部写一封邀请信，邀请外教Mr. Smith担任戏剧大赛裁判。内容包括：
1.戏剧大赛的活动安排；
2.裁判的工作职责。
注意:1.词数 80 左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith, I am Li Hua, president of the English Club. Yours, Li Hua
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。
It was an ordinary weekend. The supermarket was crowded with shoppers grabbing their weekly groceries. I was no exception, purchasing fresh produce and a few comfort food items, and then I reached the checkout line. As the cashier scanned my items and I reached for my wallet, my heart sank. It was missing. No cash, no cards, just an empty pocket and a growing sense of panic.
“I'm so sorry,” I stammered(结结巴巴地说), my face burning red as I began to gather my groceries, ready to make my embarrassed retreat.
But a calm voice from behind interrupted my retreat. “No worries at all,” a stranger said in a comforting tone. “I'll cover this.”'
I turned to see a woman with kind eyes and a warm smile, holding out her card to the cashier. She had a cart full of her own groceries, yet here she was, offering to pay for a stranger's mistake.
“Are you sure ” I asked, my voice filled with a mix of gratitude and disbelief.
“Absolutely,” she replied. “But I’ll need something from you in return.”
“Anything, ”I said, ready to do whatever it took to repay her kindness.
“Promise me you'll pay it forward,” she said, her gaze (目光) meeting mine with a sincerity that touched my heart.
I nodded, my promise as firm as the resolve to make a difference. “I promise.”
As I left the store with my groceries, I couldn't shake the feeling that I had just been given a gift—a chance to make a difference in someone else's life.
Months later, I found myself driving through a quiet countryside, the scenery passing by peacefully. Up ahead, I noticed a lone figure by the roadside, a backpacker with her thumb out, trying to ask for a ride. Car after car sped past, leaving her in their dust. Something about her lone figure touched my heart.
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。
I slowed down and pulled over.
As we parted, I handed her some cash and said, “For your bus ticket home.”