普通高中2024—2025学年（上）高二年级期中考试
英语
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考场号、座位号、考生号填写在答题卡上。
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。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. Why did the man look tired
A. He watched a late-night movie.
B. He played games until 2: 00 am.
C. He didn’t sleep well after midnight.
2. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Take some exercise. B. Prepare for her exams. C. Stop eating fried food.
3. What does the man like best
A. World news. B. Talk shows. C. TV series.
4. Who might Carol be
A. A trainer. B. A boss. C. A waitress.
5. What are the speakers doing
A. Arranging a trip. B. Booking a hotel. C. Boarding a flight.
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 will the weather be like this weekend
A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Windy.
7. What are the speakers going to do this weekend
A. Climb a mountain. B. Shop for clothes. C. Go planting trees.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Why does the woman come to the exhibition
A. To get inspiration. B. To shoot some photos. C. To interview the man.
9. What time is it now
A.8: 30 am. B.9: 30 am. C.10: 30 am.
10 What does the man want the woman to do
A. Set up her equipment. B. Design the brochures. C. Wait for a while.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman doing
A. Doing a survey. B. Holding a conference. C. Giving a lecture.
12. How can schools help kids explore their interests
A. Encourage more group work.
B. Offer more hands-on chances.
C. Develop critical thinking skills.
13. What can parents do to make a difference to their kids
A. Set a good example.
B. Have a one-on-one talk.
C Engage in school activities.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What’s the probable relationship between Jake and Emily
A. Husband and wife. B. Father and daughter. C. Brother and sister.
15. What will Emily do at 4: 00 pm
A. Have a meeting. B. See her friend off. C. Take the ballet class.
16. What is Sarah reminded to do when seeing Emily
A. Give her a snack. B. Leave a message. C. Send her an address.
17. How long will the ballet class last in the afternoon
A. One hour. B. One and a half hours. C. Two hours.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is Stephen King famous as
A. A show host. B. A well-known writer. C. A famous actor.
19. What are the target audiences of “Books Connect Us”
A. Literature lovers.
B. Popular authors.
C. Readers interested in drawing.
20. What is the book The Shining
A. Non-fiction. B. Children’s book. C. Scary novel.
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
Price and comfort are among the factors, but it is chilly Atlantic mists and gray skies that make pubs in Ireland popular. But those who prize challenge over comfort will find outdoor travel adventures year-round in every corner of the country.
Surfing
Ireland has gained a name for fascinating waves. Taste the fun at Inchydoney Surf School. The school owner Colum McAuley once said, “When the waves break, they roll in for a long distance so you have a lot of time to get to your feet.” For safety reasons, group and private lessons are offered and wetsuits and all equipment are provided. Call to book lessons. For more information, visit (+3530868695396).
Rock Climbing
Ireland’s mountains have long attracted wanderers. The scaling tradition has led to rock climbing. Vertigo Outdoor in County Wicklow offers lessons for beginners and those learning to lead. Sites are mainly in Dublin and Wicklow, but clients can go farther. For more information, call or fill out a booking form online at (+3530879971242).
Skiing
If you’re in the market for a beginner’s lesson on skiing, the Ski Club of Ireland is a different, low- key place to try one. Located in south Dublin and accessible by city bus, the Ski Club is a not-for- profit organization devoted to promoting skiing and snowboarding. Inexperienced skiers and snowboarders can contact classes at Skiclub. ie (+353 01 295 5658).
Kitesurfing
Kitesurfing can accurately be called an extreme sport. Beginners can start at Sky High in Tramore. Lessons cover theory and practice with small, controlled kites. Lessons run year-round, but must occasionally be rescheduled if winds are either too strong or nonexistent. Call or complete an online inquiry(询问)form for more information at Skyhigh. ie (+353 087 790 7480).
1. What is the key reason that makes pubs in Ireland well-received
A. Price. B. Location. C. Weather. D. Comfort.
2. What should visitors do to obtain more details about climbing
A. Call 353 086 869 5396. B. Visit the website.
C. Send an email inquiry. D. Read online reviews.
3. What do the four activities have in common
A. Necessary courses are offered. B. They are available year-round.
C. Coaches are with you all the way. D. Free sports equipment is provided.
B
When I woke up after the operation, I received some unexpected and unpleasant news. My doctor told me that I had cancer. The dreaded “C” word! And worse yet, this type of cancer was known as “the silent killer”. “Was I going to live What was going to happen next Would I lose my hair ”
Everything happened so quickly. Chemotherapy (化疗) began two weeks later. I learned that on days fourteen through seventeen of my chemotherapy treatments, my hair would start falling out soon.
I was frightened and felt powerless, yet within me a sense of determination appeared. “How could I regain my balance ” On the 14th day, I took a deep breath and made up my mind to check into an oceanfront hotel. When my beautiful daughter and closest girlfriends showed up there with scissors, ready for a Head Shaving Party, I knew this was it. I always love a party, and this unique theme became my way forward, my step out of fear and loneliness. I was ready to face this new situation head-on, to change my state of mind and to love what lay ahead.
Truthfully I couldn’t bear to see their shocked looks when seeing me bald, so I made them part of creating my “new look”. We laughed and cried during the process. It was a memorable day. Standing before them, feeling the wind on my hairless head and seeing my reflection, I felt set free instead of weak. I felt inner beauty, strength and courage.
I changed that day. I bared my head and my soul to them. I realized that none of us really knows what our future holds. All that is certain is now. So I mustn’t spend my time lost in my circumstances. I must spend it celebrating the love, friendship, beauty and joy that surround me. I chose to live fully each day, with or without hair.
4. What can we learn about the author when she heard the doctor’s “C” word
A. She was emotionally overwhelmed.
B. Her desire to survive was awakened soon.
C. She was not sure about her upcoming treatment.
D. She decided to have chemotherapy without delay.
5. What did the author decide to do according to paragraph 3
A. Team up with others. B. Rise to the challenge.
C. Seek comfort from friends. D. Live in a hotel at seaside.
6. How did the author feel when her Head Shaving Party ended
A. Hopeless. B. Shocked. C. Burdenless. D. Embarrassed.
7. What is the best title for the text
A. Life of the Party B. Be True to Yourself
C. Go Where You Look D. Look Life in the Face
C
“No pains, no gains” is an old saying in English. It means that one has to suffer or work hard in order to succeed or make progress. The expression is now often used to push people to train harder or exercise more to get good effects.
“But just how much pain do you have to have from weight training The answer depends on what you are trying to gain,” fitness experts say. For years, some trainers have told people that to get the best results, they need to train “until failure.” Training “until failure” means that you do an exercise until you cannot do one more repetition. Some recent studies, however, suggest training “until failure” with weights may only help some people.
Michael Zourdos, who co-reviewed 55 research papers in Sports Medicine, said those aiming to increase muscle mass can consider training to failure, which may build bigger muscles but isn’t needed to increase strength.
For the average person simply looking to increase their fitness levels, Zourdos said it’s much easier to get results. He explained people who work out regularly would benefit from an intense period that comes within 5 to 10 repetitions of failure. He also said that people who train until failure might be so tired and in so much pain that they miss their next workout or two. In rare cases, extremely difficult training can even be harmful.
James Fisher, a sport science expert in Southampton, England, said many dislike working to tiredness. He noted that if short on time, one can push harder and shorten the gym session. For strength, muscles need a certain push. But the best workout is one that people will actually do. Failure training can be part of workouts for various fitness goals, with muscle rest needed. For experienced people, save it for some works or the last set as it’s tough. “It’s not meant to be for every person, every time they work out,” Fisher said. “This is a tough way to exercise.”
8. What determines the pain weight training brings about
A. Types of fitness. B. Advice of experts.
C. Training quantity. D. Established goals.
9. What can be inferred about “failure training” from Paragraph 4
A. It comes at a cost at times. B. It has nothing but benefits.
C. It’s much easier to get results. D. It acts on “no pains, no gains”.
10. What is the author’s attitude towards “until failure”
A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Supportive. D. Indifferent.
11. What does James Fisher want to stress about workout in the last paragraph
A. It’s individual-specific. B. It’s universally applicable.
C. It’s very tough to stick to. D. It’s a must for most people.
D
A team of scientists at NTU Singapore has developed grain-sized soft robots that can be controlled using magnetic fields(磁场) for targeted drug delivery, paving the way to possible improved treatment in future. The study is believed to be the first reported instance of tiny robots that can transport up to four different drugs and release them in reprogrammable orders and doses(剂量).
“Compared to earlier small-scale robots which can only carry up to three types of drugs and cannot be programmed for release in order, the newly-developed tiny robots offer precision(精确) functions that have the potential to significantly improve the result of treatment while minimising side effects,” said the research team.
The NTU team had previously developed magnetically controlled tiny robots capable of complex operation such as “swimming” through tight spaces and finding tiny objects.
Building on their earlier work, lead investigator, Assistant Professor Lum Guo Zhan from the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering(MAE), said the idea was from the 1960s film “Fantastic Voyage”, in which a repairman became as small as a cell to repair damage in an injured scientist’s brain.
Unlike existing tiny robots that cannot precisely control their directions, the newly developed soft robot can exactly and quickly roll and move to the place having problems. It offers great potential for navigating complex, unstructured environments inside the human body.
In lab experiments, the robot completed tasks in water mimicking the human body’s conditions. The robot was first placed on a surface divided into four sections, and it succeeded in moving to each section at speeds of between 0.30mm and 16.5mm per second and releasing a different drug in each section, proving its ability to carry various drugs and to be programmable for their release in a controlled manner. In a thicker liquid, it also performed well. With minimal drug leakage after eight hours, it’s good for precise drug delivery.
The NTU research team is now looking to make their robots even smaller so that they could eventually be used to provide pioneering treatments for cancer treatments. Before these tiny robots are used for such medical treatments, the NTU researchers aim to further evaluate their performance with organ-on-chip devices and animal models.
12. What’s the purpose of Lum Guo Zhan’s mention of “Fantastic Voyage”
A. To stress sci-fi movies effect.
B. To explain the structure of cells.
C. To introduce an interesting movie.
D. To show the inspiration for their work.
13. How do the newly-developed soft robots differ from earlier small-scale robots
A. They have higher accuracy.
B. They can carry more drug doses.
C. They can be programmed automatically.
D. They make the treatment more effective.
14 What does the underlined word “mimicking” mean in paragraph 6
A. Imagining. B. Copying. C. Matching. D. Affecting.
15. What does the last paragraph want to show us about the tiny robots
A. The basis of their theory. B. The direction of next efforts.
C. The unavoidable disadvantages. D. The doubt from the public.
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。
When stuck in negative (消极的) energy, it’s hard to break free. ____16____ Whatever method is employed, do remember that your happiness matters most.
Forgive those who have wronged you in the past. Think about all of the people who have hurt you, whether it was recently or a long time ago. Do you still harbor negative feelings toward these individuals ____17____ Take a moment to mentally forgive the people who have hurt you, and throw away their influence from your life. Forgiveness doesn’t mean you have to trust or like the person in question. It means that you’re absolving yourself of the issue and the bad emotions that comes with it.
Always put your own happiness first. Thinking of others more than of yourself is true. ____18____ Before agreeing to do something with a friend or family member, decide if it’s something that would make you happy or not. By avoiding stressful activities and tasks, you can invite a lot more positive, productive energy into your life. For instance, if you don’t like traveling but your friends invite you on a weekend trip in the city, put your foot down and explain why you would rather not go.
____19____ If you want to achieve something big, think of actionable ways you can attain them. Don’t expect to fulfill your dreams in a week or a month — instead, divide them into small, achievable baby measures. As you achieve each measure, take a moment to celebrate the little achievements! If you want to become fluent in another language, you’ll need to develop a study plan first. ____20____
A. Take separate steps to achieve your goals.
B. Take measures to celebrate the achievements.
C. Luckily, there are ways to bring in positive energy.
D. Lots of practice is the best way to improve your language skills.
E. However, you should try not to forget about yourself in the process.
F. If so, you could be welcoming negative energy into your life without realizing it.
G. Start by learning basic grammar and vocabulary, and then work your way up to speaking conversationally.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I have been chasing an official autism diagnosis (自闭症诊断) for over three years. Just when I turned forty, I finally got my official diagnosis. Leaving the clinic, I ____21____ with relief in my car. Then, remembering my free birthday coffee credit, I decided that it was the perfect time to ____22____.
After ____23____ a bit to drive safely, I ____24____ to the coffee shop and pulled into the drive-thru (得来速). At the speaker, I gave my loyalty number and ____25____ my coffee. All the staff cheerily wished me a happy birthday.
A truck driver behind me said something as the jam-packed line of people was moving ____26____. I ignored it at first because my car window was closed. Then I lowered my window down and stuck my head out of the window, asking him to ____27____ himself. “Happy birthday! Can you eat cakes ” was his ____28____. I cried again and said I was turning forty.
The lady behind the window ____29____ me, “You don’t look over twenty-five. You’ll be fine!” With a smile, she handed me my drink and a birthday cake paid by the truck driver behind me. _____30_____ not to cry again, I thanked him with _____31_____ eyes before driving off, and then broke down into tears.
Having only heard _____32_____ of strangers’ kindness and the “next person pays” gesture, I was unprepared for the emotional impact when it _____33_____ to me today. Just at the moment, I received a result of my autism that had brought me _____34_____ after three long years. The simple gift of a cake, paid by a truck driver I never met, brought me to tears in a way I never thought _____35_____.
21. A. sighed B. wept C. slept D. whispered
22. A. reflect B. share C. quit D. celebrate
23. A. calming down B. staying on C. moving on D. slowing down
24. A. agreed B. promised C. headed D. refused
25. A. sold B. tasted C. ordered D. drank
26. A. constantly B. slowly C. regularly D. silently
27. A. repeat B. behave C. enjoy D. help
28. A. doubt B. responsibility C. excuse D. reply
29. A. comforted B. blamed C. spotted D. understood
30. A. Stopping B. Expecting C. Struggling D. Pretending
31. A. sleepy B. watery C. curious D. sharp
32. A. lies B. adventures C. lessons D. stories
33. A. happened B. belonged C. announced D. referred
34. A. anxiety B. relief C. care D. pride
35. A. perfect B. proper C. possible D. clear
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。
Three-Body, adapted from the science fiction novel The Three-Body Problem, became the best TV drama ____36____ China’s national TV arts award unveiled(揭晓) on October 20. The drama’s director Yang Lei received the honor of the best TV drama director of the China TV Golden Eagle Award, ____37____ was unveiled in Changsha, central China’s Hunan Province. In his acceptance speech, Yang said that Chinese science fiction faces challenges ____38____(it). He said whenever science fiction is mentioned, audiences tend to____39____(immediate) think of Western sci-fi stories and movies. “When I was creating Three-Body, I wanted to take a different path. I hoped it would be a Chinese sci-fi story, one that has ____40____ sense of Chinese identity,” he said, ____41____(add) that he approached the filming with a realist point of view. He went on to say that the rapid advancement of China’s technology has provided rich ground for science fiction to grow. He calls on all Chinese sci-fi creators to make full use of Chinese elements in their work to bring the dream of science fiction into ____42____(real) and to let the universe shine for Chinese science fiction. Since its release(发行) in January 2023, the 30- episode(集) drama ____43____(receive) good remarks. It ____44____(rate) 8.7 out of 10 by over 480,000 viewers on China’s popular review platform Douban as of Sunday. Fans of Three-Body expressed their excitement after the series received the award. “I’m so excited! A unique Chinese path for science fiction has been explored,” said a Chinese fan _____45_____(name) Wang Jingyi.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，近期你们学校围绕“Future on Science”的主题，举办了第六届“校园科技节”活动，请你给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件，分享这次经历。内容包括：
1. 目的意图；
2. 活动安排；
3. 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相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
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。
As a new business owner, I was asked to speak on a small-business discussion for the Kirkland Chamber of Commerce. Not one ounce of me wanted to do it. I was absolutely frightened. But I thought it could be a great chance for my growing business.
I was told it would be a group of four speakers. I’d be the third to speak. I would do a two-or three- minute speech. I’d be up there with all the other speakers. And it would be “no big deal”. From the moment I agreed to do the speech, I started writing my speech. I would read my speech to my son. He must have heard me repeat that speech a hundred times. I would write and rewrite. I’d wake up in the middle of the night with a great line to add.
The day of the speech, I walked into the event hall. I never noticed how large that room truly was. It felt like a football field. I asked Bill Vadino, the Executive Director, “How many people are coming today ” Without thinking, he said, “Over one hundred people are coming today. They are all so excited for the small-business discussion.”
He said it as if that would ease my mind. It did not. I regretted I had asked.
Just then, I got a text. It was from my son. He said, “Good luck today, Mom.” A little smile came over my face. Then, I heard, “Can everyone please take their seats ”
As I sat there looking out over the crowd, I heard Bill begin to introduce key audience members. He said, “I’d like to thank the mayor of Kirkland for joining us today. I’d like to welcome the president of the Seattle Seahawks and the president of Puget Sound Energy.” “What now Who The mayor The president of the Seattle Seahawks What is happening here These very important people are going to listen to me Me A thirty-six-year-old, single mom with a new small business What could I possibly have to say that they want to hear ” Next thing I knew, it was my time to speak. As Bill introduced me, I grabbed my notes and headed for the stand.
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。
At this point, I was blinded by nerves.
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As the event ended, a woman walked up to me with her eyes full of admiration.
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普通高中2024—2025学年（上）高二年级期中考试
英语
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）
【答案】1. C2. B3. A
【答案】4. A5. B6. C7. D
【答案】8. D9. A10. B11. A
【答案】12. D13. A14. B15. B
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
【答案】16. C17. F18. E19. A20. G
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）
【答案】21. B22. D23. A24. C25. C26. B27. A28. D29. A30. C31. B32. D33. A34. B35. C
【答案】36. with
37. which38. itself
39. immediately
40. a41. adding
42. reality
43. has received
44. was rated
45. named
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46.
【答案】Dear Chris,
I’m thrilled to share with you about the “Future on Science” themed 6th Campus Science Festival we recently held at our school. The purpose was to inspire a passion for science and innovation among students.
The event was packed with activities, including science lectures, experiments, and a tech fair showcasing students’ projects. We even had a guest lecture from a renowned scientist.
It was an enlightening experience that not only broadened our horizons but also sparked our curiosity about future scientific advancements. I can’t wait to see what next year’s festival will bring!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47.
【答案】
At this point, I was blinded by nerves. As I walked to the podium, my heart raced and my palms were sweaty. I took a deep breath, looked out at the audience, and tried to find the familiar face of my son in the sea of people to calm my nerves. Remembering his text, I felt a wave of courage wash over me. I started my speech tentatively, my voice shaky, but as I continued, I found my rhythm. I spoke about my journey as a new business owner, the challenges I’d faced, and the lessons I’d learned. With each word, my confidence grew, and I noticed nods of understanding and smiles of encouragement in the audience. By the time I concluded, my fear had transformed into empowerment and achievement.
As the event ended, a woman walked up to me with her eyes full of admiration. She introduced herself as a fellow small-business owner and thanked me for sharing my experiences so openly and honestly. She said my speech resonated with her own struggles and inspired her to push through her challenges. Her words filled me with pride and validation, knowing I had connected with someone on such a meaningful level. As I left the event, I felt a newfound sense of confidence and excitement about the future of my business, grateful that I had taken the leap to share my story.
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