2023-2024学年安徽省阜阳市高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

阜阳市高二年级教学质量统测
英语
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上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）
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 did the woman do during the holiday
A. She went camping.
B. She went swimming.
C. She went horseback riding.
2. Where are the speakers probably
A. At home. B. On the playground. C. In the library.
3. What does the man want to buy
A. A sweater. B. A jacket. C. A shirt.
4. Which train will the man take
A. The 11:30 am one. B. The 12:45 pm one. C. The 2:00 pm one.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. A film. B. A concert. C. A basketball match.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. Why does the man talk to the woman
A. To ask for help.
B. To give suggestions.
C. To make an appointment.
7. What is the man going to do tomorrow
A. Collect materials online.
B. Borrow a coursebook.
C. Meet Mr. Benson.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. How does the woman feel about diving from a diving board
A. Excited. B. Scared. C. Tired.
9. What does the woman like doing
A. Studying other divers’ movements.
B. Practicing before competitions.
C. Encouraging people to dive.
听第8段材料,回答第 10 至 12题。
10. What did the man say about Joe’s admission to the university
A. It was easy. B. It was difficult. C. It was reasonable.
11. What is Joe’s major at university
A Psychology. B. Art. C. Technology.
12. What has Joe been doing recently
A. Looking for a part-time job.
B. Preparing for some exams.
C. Doing research on his coursework.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Strangers. C. Mother and son.
14. When should the plant be put outdoors
A. In July. B. In August. C. In September.
15. What is most important for growing the plant
A. Cutting it regularly. B. Giving it enough space. C. Watering it every day.
16. How much is the plant this weekend
A. 8. B. 10. C. 18.
听第10段材料，回答第17 至20题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Giving a presentation. B. Hosting a program. C. Chairing a meeting.
18. What do we know about the course
A. It focused on grammar.
B. Each class had 10 students at most.
C. The teachers were from all over the world.
19. What did the speaker think of the social programs
A. Satisfying. B. Embarrassing. C. Disappointing.
20. What is the speaker’s advice for the college
A. To offer more educational lessons.
B. To provide well-equipped classrooms.
C. To invite more experienced teachers.
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
2024 “Chinese Bridge” Competition
for Eastern United States Region
To provide a platform for young Chinese language learners in the United States to show their proficiency and talents, ignite (点燃) their interest and enthusiasm, and promote Chinese language education in the U.S., the 2024 “Chinese Bridge” Competition in the Eastern United States Region is officially launched for college students, secondary school students, and elementary school students. This event is organized by the Chinese Consulate General in New York and hosted by China Institute in America. We warmly welcome all eligible (具备条件的) Chinese language learners to apply.
Eligibility
●Applicants must currently enroll in an accredited (官方认可的) school in the United States.
●Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have a native language other than Chinese.
●Applicants must currently reside in the Consular District of the Chinese Consulate General in New York which includes New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island.
●Students who attended the 2023 final “China Bridge” global competition in China are NOT eligible to apply.
Format and Requirements
This year’s competition consists of two rounds: the preliminaries (预赛) and finals. Registration is open now for the preliminary round. To enter the competition, applications must submit the following materials.
A Chinese Speech Video (80% of the total score) that:
●is no more than 3 minutes in duration
●is in MP4 format
●is shot clearly
Typical topics include self-introductions, aspects of Chinese culture, or personal stories related to China.
A Chinese Cultural Talent Performance Video (20% of the total score) that:
●is up to 4 minutes
●is in MP4 format
●is shot clearly
Content may include a showcase of Chinese cultural talents, such as dancing, singing, martial arts, calligraphy, paper cutting, or stand-up comedy.
▲
…
Deadline for Preliminary Round Entries: 5:00 PM, April 25, 2024
1. Who is eligible for the competition mentioned in the text
A. A finalist in the 2023 competition.
B. An overseas student from the U.K.
C. A student learning at a university in California.
D. An American child from a public school in Ohio.
2. Which of the following may meet the requirements for the competition
A. A five-minute self-introduction in MP4 format.
B. A four-minute silent comedy film in MP4 format.
C A three-minute piano performance in MP4 format.
D A two-minute speech about paper-cutting in MP4 format.
3. What can be best used as a subtitle to replace “ ▲ ”
A. The competitions in previous years
B. Approaches to submitting videos
C. Information about the organizers
D. The awards for the finalists
B
Teachers always do their best within the classroom, but actual learning happens outside those four walls during excursions, says Sherielyn Choi, an English teacher at the all-girls secondary school, Canossa College, in Hong Kong.
“Excursions offer valuable hands-on learning opportunities and help students consolidate (巩固) what they learn at a theoretical level in class,” Choi says. “Additionally, every time our students return from their excursions, I observe that they improve socially and emotionally, with better communication and cooperation skills.”
She speaks from fresh experience since her students recently took part in the educational tour, “Macau Unlocked: A Journey of Discovery for Students 2023-2024”, jointly organised by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) and South China Morning Post.
The day trip has been specially designed for young people to help them learn about Macao’s rich history, vibrant (充满活力的) culture and sustainable practices.
Jayde e Lai, a Year 11 student at Canossa College, says, “I’d never been to Macao before the tour, so as a newcomer, I felt that the tour did a good job of compacting (压缩) Macao’s 400-year history into a day’s event. I definitely learned a lot of fun facts, history and culture of Macao.”
The tour was led by experienced MGTO tour guides, who are knowledgeable about Macao’s history and culture. Students taking part in the tour went to many historic sites that are not often visited, including the Old City Walls, Natacha Temple, the Ruins of St. Paul’s, Macao Museum and Mount Fortress.
Lai says she was most fascinated to learn about some of Macao’s sustainable practices. “Besides the exhibits in the Macao Tea Culture House, we also learned how tea leaf residues (残渣) are recycled to produce items such as cups and even furniture,” she says. “We were asked to smell these products, and they really do smell like tea!”
Choi feels it is great that her students had the opportunity to go on such an interesting tour. “They were talking excitedly about the activities they did and I think it really helped to arouse their curiosity,” she says. “Excursions are truly necessary for students to become well-rounded individuals.”
4. What does the underlined word “excursions” in the first paragraph mean
A. School hours. B. Social activities.
C. Short journeys. D. Sports competitions.
5. What can we know about the activity
A. It is a tailored project. B. It is funded by MGTO.
C. It takes traditional routes. D. It better suits newcomers.
6. What impressed Jayde e Lai most
A. The stories behind the historic sites.
B. The expertise of the local guides.
C. Macao’s sustainable practices.
D. Macao’s vibrant cultural life.
7. How does Sherielyn Choi feel about the event mentioned in the text
A. She feels it can be perfected.
B. She is highly favourable to it.
C. She is surprised about its effect.
D. She expects more challenging activities.
C
Over the past few years, libraries and archives (档案馆) across the world have worked to digitize their resources. Many have been investing heavily in expanding digital collections for their records. A recent attack on the British Library (BL) has raised some questions about it.
On Oct. 28, 2023, the British Library’s website was hacked, making it nonfunctional for several weeks. The library didn’t restore its home page until Dec. 19, and it was a month before its basic catalogue was searchable again. The bulk (主体) of the library’s online resources will take much longer to restore, leaving students and scholars with research plans across the world in trouble.
Digitization has been a powerful weapon in the battle against both intentional destruction and the neglect of records. It helped scholars preserve the records while also allowing understaffed libraries to preserve materials suffering from the degradation (毁坏) of neglect. It enables users to access records from all over the world, helping them overcome the barriers of geography and the costs of travel. Digitization can help us hold ourselves to account for the past.
The hack at the British Library, however, exposes the vulnerabilities (易受打击) of digitization. It forces us to ask: what happens to our records if a cyberattack severs us from our digital records Since the BL has physical (if somewhat outdated) catalogues, restoring access for scholars won’t be a mission impossible. But it is still extremely expensive. So what happens if digitized collections in other countries are attacked in the same way As with the BL, it could prevent our access to physical records by destroying digital catalogues and reference material. That means even though the original physical records may still exist, we may struggle to access or use them effectively. And repairing the damage could require resources that the institutions in question might not have.
Digitization has been a transformative tool for scholars and a valuable shield against the dangers that threaten paper-based historical records. But it’s time to consider the vulnerabilities of digital repositories as well. Fires, theft, and physical neglect are no longer the only major threats archives face: now we must also add ransomware (勒索软件) to the list.
8. What have many libraries and archives focused on recently
A. Building new facilities. B. Researching their records.
C. Expanding digital collections. D. Collecting historical materials.
9. What impact did the cyberattack against BL have on researchers
A. Increased workloads. B. Disturbed research plans.
C. Improved computer skills. D. Reduced research funding.
10. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. The challenges faced by libraries and archives.
B. The benefits of digitization in preserving records.
C. The importance of physical record-keeping methods.
D. The long-term battle between degradation and restoration.
11. What does the author suggest about the future of digital collections
A. They will face new threats different from physical ones.
B. They will become the main source of historical records.
C. They will reduce the need for physical archives.
D. They will require less funding for maintenance.
D
You see a woman on the street who looks familiar — but you can’t remember how you know her. Your brain cannot attach any previous experiences to this person. Hours later, you suddenly recall the party at a friend’s house where you met her, and you realize who she is.
In a new study in mice, researchers have discovered the place in the brain that is responsible for both types of familiarity — vague (模糊的) recognition and complete recollection. Both, moreover, are represented by two distinct neural (神经系统的) codes.
The brain’s signature for strangers turns out to be simpler than the one used for old friends — which makes sense, says study co-author Steven Siegelbaum, given the vastly different memory requirements for the two relationships. “Where you were, what you were doing, when you were doing it, who else was there — the memory of a familiar individual is a much richer memory,” Siegelbaum says. “If you’re meeting a stranger, there’s nothing to recollect.”
The action occurs in a small sliver (小块) of a brain region called the hippocampus, known for its importance in forming memories. The sliver in question, known as CA2, seems to specialize in a certain kind of memory used to recall relationships. “The new work really emphasizes the importance of this brain area to social processing, at least in mice,” says Serena Dudek, a neuroscientist at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, who was not involved in the study.
CA2 is unlikely to act alone in this process because it connects to other brain regions that also play roles in social learning, memory and behavior, Dudek says. But if the findings in mice apply to humans, the work could help researchers uncover the roots of social difficulties in people.
From there, researchers might find ways to improve social memory. “How many different disorders of memory are there ” Siegelbaum says. “Do they all involve the same type of changes in neural processing, or are there more specific changes that are associated with different forms of disease ” Having a better way to classify these changes may lead to more targeted treatments, he adds.
12. What’s the author’s purpose in writing the first paragraph
A. To introduce the topic.
B. To provide an example.
C. To describe a funny experience.
D. To complain about the bad memory.
13. Why is the brain’s signature for strangers simpler than that for old friends
A. Strangers leave a stronger impression.
B. The brain processes strangers differently.
C. Memories of old friends are easier to recollect.
D. There are different memory requirements to meet.
14. What does the study find about CA2
A. It connects to other brain regions specialized in learning.
B. It is responsible for refreshing one’s visual memories.
C. It is dedicated to the memory related to relationships.
D. It plays a role in regulating people’s social behavior.
15. What does Siegelbaum suggest about the study
A. It should include more species.
B. It provides conclusive answers.
C. It deserves more media attention.
D. It needs further research in future.
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。
Biodiversity doesn’t only revolve around species we consider rare and threatened but around every living being. ____16____ Here are some ways to protect biodiversity in your backyard garden.
Pesticides are known to be poisonous to humans, animals, and the Earth. Thus, to protect biodiversity in your yard, avoid using harmful and poisonous chemicals. ____17____ These organic fertilizers provide the necessary nutrients needed for plant growth without harming the Earth. Prevention is the best way to discourage and deal with pests and diseases. Check your plants regularly for unwanted visitors.
Another way to protect biodiversity in your garden is to create various habitats. To do so, you can choose to plant fruit trees or berry bushes and add a bird feeder or other open water sources. Perennials (多年生植物) can provide shelter for some species. ___18___
Plants grow better in their native habitats, where climate and soil are perfect for their development and growth. Plants also form symbiotic (共生的) relationships with other native plants that help them spread their seeds and discourage pests and diseases. ____19____ Easier to build such relationships, native plants require fewer resources to grow healthily compared to non-native plants.
___20___ Plants that aren’t native to your area can be invasive (侵入性的), take over your garden, and threaten the growth and survival of native plants. Their removal provides space for native plants to develop. These plants are part of the local ecosystem in your garden and provide habitat for other animals.
A. Instead, turn to natural pest control and natural fertilizers.
B. Insects aren’t the only reason for the great damage to your plants.
C. Creating a flowering wall is a good way to beautify your backyard.
D. Relationships like this help native plants defend themselves naturally.
E. Balanced biodiversity in your yard positively impacts the environment.
F. Removing invasive and non-native plants leaves more space for other plants.
G. Even a dead tree can also serve as a habitat for insects, birds, and other animals.
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。
My family appeared perfect from the outside. But inside, we were overwhelmed by constant ___21___.
This particular fight started just like the others. I packed my bag for an overnight team-building event at my school club. I did everything to stall (拖延) to ___22___ my parents and a potential fight. However, I walked down the stairs only to find they were staring up at me.
My mother’s brow wrinkled (皱起) with ___23___.“You never tell me where you are going or when you will be home!” she yelled, staring at me coolly.
I pretended not to hear and left. That night I ____24____ myself in self-pity, unwilling to talk.
The next morning, my ____25____ handed me an envelope with my name on it. She explained she had asked everyone’s parents to write a letter to their child before the team-building event. I walked to an empty classroom to open it ___26___.
In the letter, I ____27____ the deep love from my parents. Their honesty made me ____28____ our relationship in the past sixteen years, the role I played in the arguments and our ____29____ of communication. In reality, everyone ____30____. And it was time for all of us to make a change.
My family was _____31_____ when I returned home. My parents and I had a newfound respect for each other. We still have disagreements ____32____, but there are no more _____33_____ stares. Even though we cannot change the past, each day we slowly learn how to _____34_____ as a family, ensuring that another sixteen years won’t be _____35_____ as well.
21. A. embarrassment B. danger C. tension D. disturbance
22. A. avoid B. fail C. remind D. appreciate
23 A. regret B. envy C. sympathy D. disapproval
24. A. expressed B. drowned C. trained D. challenged
25. A. instructor B. neighbor C. friend D. colleague
26. A. in private B. for good C. in advance D. for certain
27. A. expected B. sensed C. conveyed D. cherished
28. A. struggle with B. care about C. commit to D. reflect on
29. A. lack B. determination C. medium D. freedom
30. A. adapted B. survived C. contributed D. succeeded
31. A. larger B. busier C. calmer D. wealthier
32. A. specifically B. originally C. purposefully D. occasionally
33. A. curious B. cold-eyed C. thoughtful D. wide-mouthed
34. A. pretend B. evaluate C. compete D. communicate
35. A. spare B. boring C. lost D. risky
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。
Serving as more than just fabric, the traditional Chinese hanfu has a history of nearly4,000 years. In recent times, there has been a resurgence (复苏) of interest in hanfu in China and the United States, as more people____36____(draw) to wearing it.
Rachel Yu, from Boston, said that her____37____(introduce) to hanfu came unexpectedly one day when she was browsing (浏览) art documentaries online. It was a chance encounter with a hanfu video that caught her attention. Yu developed her interest in hanfu after marrying her Chinese husband,____38____gifted his wife her first set of hanfu and introduced her to more knowledge about the traditional clothing. She always asks questions,___39___(express) fascination whenever encountering hanfu online or seeing people wearing different kinds of attire (服装).
Yu said that she had tried to learn some knowledge about hanfu,____40____the research process was very hard for her as a foreigner. She searched online for specific questions and usually found answers through blog____41____(post). Yu is now learning Chinese to know more about the traditional clothing from a___42___ (distance) country.
To encourage herself to learn Chinese, Yu opened accounts on online platforms___43___(record) the process. To her surprise, she has gained as many as 53,000 followers who are interested in the Western girl.____44____(additional), these followers were also learning English content about hanfu.
Yu is not only a student but also an ambassador who is a bridge______45______Chinese hanfu culture and international fans around the world.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是某国际学校的学生李华。下周将有一批国外中学生到你校交流学习，校英语协会公开招募志愿者接待来访的国外中学生，请你用英语写一封邮件应聘志愿者。内容包括：
1.发邮件的目的；
2.你的优势。
注意：
1.写作词数应为 80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Sir or Madam,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 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。
Truman’s parents were scientists, and he also wanted to be a scientist, so he was determined to be at the top of science subject. With only one week and one assignment to go before the summer holiday, Truman knew that to secure the top spot, his final report had to shine.
The topic was beehives (蜂巢), a subject that Mrs. Lawrence, his teacher, had emphasized the need for a unique perspective to earn an A+.
Truman opened the door to find his four-year-old brother, Bryan, who sat on the floor in the living room with paper tubes all over the floor.
Bryan called, “Truman, help me build a city!”
With a sigh, Truman replied, “I’m sorry, Bryan, but I have to write a report about beehives.” Stepping carefully between the scattered tubes, he went into his room, deep in thought about his project.
Shortly after, Bryan appeared at the door, his eyes sparkling (发亮).“Truman, I know where there’s a beehive,” he said.
Truman followed Bryan to the garage where they found a real beehive hidden among the firewood. Bending down, he removed the beehive from the wood. As Truman examined it closely, he was fascinated by the hexagonal (六边形的) structure of each cell. “Why the hexagon ” he thought.
After dinner, Truman did the dishes. He glanced at the clock. If he didn’t think of something soon, his chance to get an A+ would be slim.
As Truman turned around, he stepped on something. He hadn’t seen Bryan play with paper tubes behind him.
“Get your tubes out of here, Bryan!” Truman said angrily.
Bryan ran into the living room, crying.
Truman sighed and gathered the paper tubes. Suddenly, he found that they were arranged with one in the middle and surrounded by six others. They reminded Truman of the beehive. The center tube formed a hexagon, just like the cells of the hive. Truman tried to use different numbers of tubes to surround the center tube, and then Truman got the new angle. But what else did he need to accompany his report Maybe a model beehive!
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。
Thinking about this, Truman rushed into the living room, his heart pounding.
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Bryan smiled and began picking out his tubes.
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听力1—5 CAABC 6—10ACBAB 11—15ACBCB 16—20AABCB
其他部分答案
1. D 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. A 6. C 7. B 8. C 9. B 10. B 11. A
12. A 13. D 14. C 15. D 16. E 17. A 18. G 19. D 20. F
21. C 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. A 26. A 27. B 28. D 29. A 30. C 31. C 32. D 33. B 34. D 35. C
36. are drawn 37. introduction 38. who 39. expressing 40. but 41. posts
42. distant 43. to record 44. Additionally 45. between
作文答案
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing to express my keen interest in volunteering as a receptionist for the group of foreign students visiting our school next week. I believe it would be an excellent opportunity to contribute to this important cultural exchange
Firstly, as a student with an outgoing personality, I can provide an unforgettable and enjoyable experience for our guests and ensure that the visiting students feel comfortable and informed throughout their stay. Moreover, I believe I possess the necessary skills to fulfill this role. My proficiency in English, along with my ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, will enable me to deal with unexpected situations with ease.
Thank you for considering my application. I am looking forward to your positive reply.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
读后续写答案
One possible version：
Thinking about this, Truman rushed into the living room, his heart pounding. He threw his arms around his brother, his voice trembling with sincerity, “Bryan, I’m deeply sorry that I lost my temper. I never intended to hurt you. And from the bottom of my heart, I thank you.” He continued to tell his brother that these tubes had given him ideas, helping him find his perspective. Therefore, he can finally complete the report! “But,” Truman said, “I have to build a model beehive with these tubes. Can you help me ” “Well,” Bryan said hesitantly, with tears on his face. “You can help me glue them,” Truman offered.
Bryan smiled and began picking out his tubes. Truman opened the drawer near the TV, grabbed a bottle of glue, and showed his brother how to stick the paper tubes. Working together, they made a model beehive. As they compared their creation to the real beehive in the garage, they agreed it was flawless. With his newfound focus, Truman completed his report well ahead of time, introducing a fresh perspective that fascinated his classmates. Mrs. Lawrence awarded him an A+ and praised his efforts in front of the entire class, leaving Truman feeling proud.