河北省沧州市沧衡名校联盟2024-2025学年高二上学期11月期中考试 英语（含答案）

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沧衡名校联盟高二年级2024—2025学年上学期期中考试
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。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 does the woman learn to sing Chinese songs
A. To learn the language.
B. To give a performance.
C. To meet her Chinese friend.
2. How does the woman find the English program
A. Quite interesting. B. Very important. C. A little difficult.
3. What can we say about the woman
A. She is forgetful. B. She is talkative. C. She is hard-working.
4. When can the speakers meet
A. On Monday. B. On Tuesday. C. On Wednesday.
5. Why does the man refuse the woman’s offer
A. He is very busy. B. He is poorly paid. C. He is not confident.
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 trying to do
A. Fix up the network.
B. Connect to the network.
C. Ask the waiter for a menu.
7. What does the woman tell the man to do
A. Check the password.
B. Try the CAFEI network.
C. Use the CAFE2 network.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A short video. B. A piece of music. C. A competition.
9. How does the woman feel about “Victory”
A. It’s inspiring. B. It’s expensive. C. It’s ordinary.
听第8段材料，回答第10 至 12题。
10. Why do weightlifters shout when lifting according to the man
A. To release more power.
B. To make body healthier.
C. To avoid an emergency.
11. How does the woman feel about the man’s explanation
A. Confused. B. Surprised. C. Doubtful.
12. What is the woman
A. An athlete. B. A student. C. A journalist.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What do we know about the woman
A. She has just moved to a new place.
B. Her neighbors have just moved here.
C. Her new neighbors seem unfriendly.
14. What does the woman complain about the neighbors’s on
A. He avoids speaking to her.
B. His car radio makes big noise.
C. He often comes home so late.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Introduce her kids to her neighbors.
B. Telephone her neighbors to complain.
C. Tell her neighbors about her trouble.
16. What is the relationship between the speakers
A Strangers. B. A couple. C. Friends.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Giving a lesson.
B. Reporting a study.
C. Hosting a music program.
18. How old was Beethoven when he published his first work
A. 30 years old. B. 21 years old. C. 13 years old.
19 When did the music piece Symphony No.5 in C Minor come out
A. In 1804. B. In 1814. C. In 1808.
20. What is Fidelio
A. A poem. B. An opera. C. A book.
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。
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Would you like to admire autumn’s leaves Does the colorful and natural scenery in the autumn attract you to travel there We have selected four popular choices for leaf watching in America.
Littleton, New Hampshire
Its riverside village has a path along the water where visitors can appreciate the autumn leaves by the riverbanks. There’s also a Sunday farmers’ market and a number of antique (古玩) stores to look at. But the historic town’s biggest draw is what lies on its doorstep. To the southwest there’s White Mountain National Forest, a favourite for outdoor lovers. There are hiking trails and peaks with thick colorful forests in autumn.
Bolton Landing, New York
On Lake George in northern New York state, Bolton Landing is a beautiful town with a charming main street. Autumn makes its surrounding Adirondack Mountains’ forests even more attractive. The Adirondack Balloon Festival is another highlight, during which travelers can watch the more than 70 hot air balloons go up at sunrise against the leafy skyline.
La Conner, Washington
Since the 1940s, this place has been a gathering place for artists, with fiery red, orange, and yellow larch, poplar, and maple trees forming the town’s autumn colors, and has long been a source of inspiration for painters and writers. The restored historical buildings now house local restaurants, cafes, museums and galleries. You can walk around the town and admire a collection of local art organized by the La Conner Arts Commission each year.
Greenville, Maine
Colors appear earlier in the far north and visitors heading for Greenville to experience autumn on Moosehead Lake should plan on taking their trip in September or the first week of October. The lake is considered one of the best places to bathe in autumn colors in Maine. Travelers can also hike to Moxie Falls, a waterfall surrounded by leaves, to admire autumn’s beauty.
1. Which place attracts hot air balloon lovers
A. Littleton, New Hampshire. B. Bolton Landing, New York.
C. La Conner, Washington. D. Greenville, Maine.
2. What can visitors do at Greenville
A. Hike to Moxie Falls.
B. Go boating on Lake George.
C. Buy produce from local farms.
D. Have a walking tour in White Mountain National Forest.
3. What do the listed places have in common
A. They are favored by people enjoying fall leaves.
B. They have many famous antique stores.
C. They have exhibits of local artworks.
D. They are in Britain.
B
When Myrna was ten, she lived in Ohio, and witnessed a terrible tornado. She was playing in the backyard one day when she heard a strange sound. The sky turned purple, with a little green. Looking into the woods behind her, she saw a long tornado. The tornado headed for the house across from hers! Then, Myrna found a little boy tumbling (摔倒) inside a house. It was terrifying. Myrna felt she couldn’t move. She seemed stuck to the ground. She kept watching and saw the boy get sucked out of the house! She screamed for help, but no one responded.
Myrna went inside and told her dad what she had seen. Her dad had been watching the tornado from inside the house. When Myrna came in, he realized that she had been outside, and he started to scold (责骂) her. However, Myrna told her father that she had seen the tornado pick up a house and cause a boy to fly out. Her father expressed sadness for the boy and his parents, and hoped the boy was safe and sound.
After the tornado ended, Myrna’s father decided to go over to the remains of the house. He saw that the owners had returned home and were searching through the mess. He asked what was wrong, and the owners worriedly replied that they couldn’t find their little boy. Myrna said to the owners what she had seen. They asked in which direction the boy had gone, and Myrna pointed. The owners rushed off, and Myrna and her father joined in the search.
They found the boy 2 days later, and he was alive! He had been blown 1.5 miles way from his house, but had landed in a tree and had survived. The owners were very grateful for Myrna and her father’s help. This result caused Myrna to nearly cry. She was excited and proud that she had been able to influence someone’s life at such a young age.
4. Where did the strange sound come from that Myrna heard
A. From an animal. B. From a little boy.
C. From the tree. D. From the tornado.
5. Why was Myrna’s father angry with her when she came in
A. She forgot to do her homework.
B. She forgot to go to school in time.
C. She failed to save the boy from the tornado.
D. She stayed outside when the tornado came.
6. How did the father feel when knowing the boy’s story
A. Sad. B. Calm.
C. Angry and nervous. D. Disappointed and puzzled.
7. Why did the girl almost cry
A. She had been scolded by her father.
BShe was excited and proud of herself.
C. She had been badly hurt by the tornado.
D. She was ashamed not to help the boy’s parents.
C
2023 was a “breakout year” for artificial intelligence (AI). Following the release of AI at the end of 2022, machine learning has increasingly been in the public eye. AI made its way into courtrooms, music and art this year, raising a lot of concerns from the public. In the field of science, the cutting-edge technology is paving the way toward new discoveries and more advanced processing of data.
Several groups of researchers experimented with having AI algorithms generate words, images and even music based on people’s brain scans—a technique that, in the end, could help stroke patients and paralyzed people to communicate with other people by thinking. Machine learning has helped in conservation, such as by tracking migrating birds — the AI-powered tool BirdCast can warn people of an incoming wave of migrants, which may help prevent disease, inform Lights Out programs to reduce window strikes, and remind bird watchers of large groups of birds in their area. Scientists are also developing AI tools that can identify species based only on a photograph, distinguish between similar-looking mushrooms or recognize a bird species from its song. Inspired by the way, a famous AI company follows patterns in language to generate words, and researchers have experimented with translating whale sounds using AI.
At the same time, experts warned this year the public of the need to regulate the rapidly advancing technology. For example, Geoffrey Hinton, a machine learning pioneer, quit his job in May so that he could speak more freely about his worries about AI’s future. Experts have raised concerns that AI could spread misinformation, manipulate humans and influence the job market badly if it is completely out of control. But innovation continues after all, and it seems likely that researchers will increasingly use AI to attempt breakthroughs in many fields.
8. What does the underlined word “cutting-edge” in the first paragraph probably mean
A. Abnormal. B. Advanced. C. Outdated. D. Curious.
9. What is the second paragraph mainly about
A. The development of AI in history.
B. The negative or harmful side of AI.
C. The advantages and disadvantages of AI.
DThe application of AI in various fields.
10. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. AI development has stopped.
B. Experts only see positive outcomes from AI.
C. Despite concerns, AI research will continue.
D. Geoffrey Hinton supports uncontrolled AI.
11. Why do experts find it necessary to regulate the AI
A. It may do harm to health.
B. It may lead to pollution.
C. It may result in unemployment.
D. It may make people become dishonest.
D
Tigers can weigh over 600 pounds, leap up to 20 feet and take down prey (猎物) nearly five times their weight. But for all their strength, their position on the food chain in their habitats can be fragile. To survive, a single tiger must consume about 100 pounds of flesh each week. That equals about 50 large animals each year. This means tigers require large parts of land, and the land must be filled with prey.
In the past century, however, people have been closing in, clearing vast areas of habitat for agriculture. Hunting has also driven down numbers of prey animals. An estimated global tiger population of 100,000 in 1900, spread across Asia and parts of the Middle East, today measures about 4,500. The number was 3,200 in2010. Tigers now occupy less than 7% of their historical range. In India, where 70% of the world’s wild tigers live, human population growth and development are pressing people and tigers closer together. Millions of people now live in “buffer zones” around tiger reserves, and each year tigers kill hundreds of farm animals.
Krithi, head of the Centre for Wildlife Studies, spends significant time and resources trying to reduce human-wildlife conflict. One of the centre’s programs works with around 2,000 rural communities to provide government payments for people who have lost farm animals to tigers’ attacks. “These payments don’t fully make up for what people have lost, but can help them face it,” Krithi says. “If these payments don’t reach people, the chance of building hatred toward tigers will go up.”
Another program teaches children about the role tigers and other animals play in their ecosystems. Krithi says, “Or the kids will view wildlife with hostility and fear.” It also provides them with simple tips, such as carrying flashlights and talking loudly while traveling in groups, to keep them safe near wildlife.
12. What condition must tigers need for survival
A. High mountains. B. Vast grasslands.
C. Large population. D. Enough land and prey.
13. Which has the largest population of the world’s wild tigers
A. Asia. B. Africa. C. Europe. D. America.
14. What is the purpose of the government payments
A. To pay for the losses of crops.
B. To encourage people to raise tigers.
C. To make up for the losses of people.
D. To inspire people to keep more farm animals.
15. How many pieces of simple suggestions are given in the last paragraph
A. 2. B. 3. C. 4. D. 5.
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。
To some extent, smartphones are extensions (延伸) of our hands, but it’s easy to forget how much time we actually spend on them. Here are ways for you to get rid of (摆脱) this addiction.
___16___. They keep us connected to friends, work, the news and funny videos. But when you start feeling anxious about not having your phone around, that’s different. It’s one thing to feel inconvenient, but it’s another to feel really anxious. Is that the case with you ___17___ If so, start slow. Try leaving your phone at home for short, controlled periods to take a quick walk. Gradually, it’s okay even without a phone for a long time.
I found myself checking my phone from time to time. And what do I find Nothing new. ___18___. It’s just the habit of checking for the sake of (为了) checking. So, how have I been getting rid of this habit One strategy is to create some trouble. Set your phone to require a password to unlock rather than immediately open it through facial recognition.
If you find yourself pulling out your phone during dinner with friends, at family gatherings, or even when someone is telling you something important, this might be a sign of phone addiction. ___19___. That is, when I’m about to meet with friends, I set my phone to “Do Not Disturb (干扰) ” mode or put it on airplane mode. I’ve even left my phone in my bag, car, or another room just to break the constant desire to check it. It feels awkward at first. ___20___.
A. Here’s a trick I’ve found helpful
B. Our phones are necessary tools these days
C. There’s not any urgent task I need to handle
D. What can you do about it effectively and easily
E. You can set screen time limits on certain apps to handle this situation
F. Do you want to feel more comfortable without your phone sometimes
G. Actually, the conversations are more enjoyable without being disturbed
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 needed to have a new phone installed (安装). An old and ___21___ wooden desk was in the way, however. The serviceman refused to move it. Frustrated, I whispered “I am woman” as I pushed it aside. I ___22___ my back pain until he left. It soon ___23___, forcing me to have it checked in the hospital.
My back was not ___24___ injured. But there was a dark spot on my kidney (肾), which turned out cancerous and had to be removed. Fortunately, the cancer did not appear to have ___25___. Unfortunately, it would not respond to any treatment or ___26___.
The doctor ___27___ that I take a cruise (航行) and do anything I had been putting off. He expected the cancer would spread and ___28___ my life within a year! I didn’t even ___29___ any of the retirement savings I had ____30____ all these years. It’s frustrating.
But if I had only a year, I was going to make it ____31____. I treasured every minute. As the year raced by, I am still ____32____. I ____33____ I still had a few more years, which I marked off by filling them with everything I had procrastinated (耽搁) doing all my life. I volunteered at a zoo, worked as a (n) ____34____, and even published children’s books.
My “last year” of life continues to delight me, after a quarter century of making sure that every moment counts. Now, I am ____35____ enough to see my grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow up.
21. A. simple B. heavy C. outdated D. broken
22. A. covered up B. showed off C. looked through D. got over
23. A. faded B. returned C. intensified D. stopped
24. A. mentally B. seriously C. physically D. frequently
25. A. declined B. improved C. cleared D. spread
26. A. protection B. aid C. medicine D. resource
27. A. insisted B. required C. demanded D. recommended
28. A. take B. shape C. rescue D. enjoy
29. A. charge B. touch C. confirm D. declare
30. A. saved B. donated C. spent D. promised
31. A. happen B. last C. count D. exist
32. A. independent B. aware C. awake D. alive
33. A. determined B. agreed C. pretended D. figured
34. A. researcher B. editor C. designer D. doctor
35. A. lucky B. disappointed C. scared D. tough
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。
As summer turns to autumn, the leaves of many trees turn yellow and fall, ____36____ some trees hold onto their leaves straight through until spring. Scientists describe trees with this unusual quality as marcescent (凋而不落的).
Deciduous (落叶的) trees, such as maple, carry out the familiar ____37____ (season) cycle. New leaves bud in spring, mature through summer, and then die in the autumn and fall. Think of marcescent trees ____38____ a special case of deciduous trees— one that skips that last step. Rather than dropping immediately, the leaves of a marcescent tree hang on until wind ____39____ (eventual) knocks them down.
We see ____40____ (example) of marcescence in trees, such as some willows and beech trees. As fall approaches, the leaves of a beech tree die. Then they cling to their branch tip and rattle in the cold wind all winter long.
The reason for this odd plant ____41____ (behave) remains unclear. But scientists have theories. Marcescence may help protect against hungry herbivores (食草动物), for example, deer. During winter, food is scarce and hungry deer eat new branches of young trees. The unappetizing dead leaves of marcescent trees may stop deer ____42____ (damage) the trees. Another theory is that dead leaves provide a physical barrier that the deer must eat up the dead leaves ____43____ (reach) the juicy new growth underneath.
In addition, studies suggest that marcescence helps control how quickly those leaves break down, ____44____ may in turn affect the rate at which nutrients are returned to the soil. Therefore, marcescence _____45_____ (play) a significant role in nutrient cycling within ecosystems.
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 你校英语报正在举办征文比赛，请你以“How to Achieve Success”为题写一篇英语作文投稿，内容包括：
1. 你对成功的理解；
2. 你打算如何获得成功。
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。
How to Achieve Success
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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。
The morning sun shone through the curtains as I stood in the kitchen, carefully preparing lunch for my daughter, Emma. Today was a big day — her first day of elementary school. I packed her lunch in a bright, reusable lunchbox, the same kind my mother used to pack for me when I was a student.
“Mom, why can’t I use a plastic lunchbox like the other kids ” Emma asked, her small face frowning in confusion. I knelt down to her level, moving a piece of hair out of her face. “This lunchbox is part of our family tradition, sweetheart. When I was your age, your grandmother would pack my lunch in a similar container every day.” “But why, Mom ” she persisted(坚持不懈). “Isn’t it easier to just throw away a plastic lunchbox ”
I smiled and remembered my own school days, feeling frustrated(沮丧的)that I couldn’t just use a disposable(一次性的)box like everyone else. My mother would patiently explain, “We have to start with small actions, Mija. These little things add up to make a big difference.”
I remembered feeling out of place at school as my friends casually threw their plastic boxes into the trash, while I carefully saved my containers to take back home. It wasn’t untill was older that I fully appreciated the lesson my mother was teaching me.
Then I patiently explained to Emma, “Your grandmother always said that we have to take care of our planet. By using these reusable lunchboxes, we help reduce waste and protect the environment. It’s a small way to make a big difference.”
Emma looked at the lunchbox thoughtfully. “So do I have to wash it after I eat ” “Yes,” I nodded. “It’s important to take care of it and bring it back home so we can use it again. It’s not just about the lunchbox, Emma. It’s about learning to be responsible and thinking about how our actions affect the world around us.”
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。
As I walked Emma to the school bus, I put the lunchbox into her hands and told her it was special once again.
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Later that evening, I heard Emma’s excited voice in the kitchen.
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沧衡名校联盟高二年级2024—2025学年上学期期中考试
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. B2. A3. A
【答案】4. D5. D6. A7. B
【答案】8. B9. D10. C11. C
【答案】12. D13. A14. C15. A
【答案】16. B17. F18. C19. 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. A23. C24. B25. D26. C27. D28. A29. B30. A31. C32. D33. D34. B35. A
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
【答案】36. but##while
37. seasonal
38. as39. eventually
40. examples
41. behavior##behaviour
42. damaging
43. to reach
44. which45. plays
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46.
【答案】One possible version:
How to Achieve Success
In my opinion, success is more than just reaching high-level achievements. It is about fulfilling one’s potential, growing as an individual, and making contributions to society. It is the result of continuous self-improvement and the ability to overcome various challenges.
To achieve success, I will first set clear, specific, and achievable goals. These goals will act as my guiding stars. Then, I will work hard with great determination. No matter how many difficulties I encounter, I will never give up easily. I also realize the importance of a positive attitude. A positive mind can help me see opportunities in setbacks and keep my motivation high. In this way, I believe I can gradually move towards success.
第二节（满分25分）
47.
【答案】As I walked Emma to the school bus, I put the lunchbox into her hands and told her it was special once again. “You carry this with pride, honey. it’s a symbol of our love for the earth and our responsibility to take care of it.” She nodded, a determined look on her young face. As the bus drove away, I stood there, hoping and praying that she would truly grasp the significance of our family tradition and the impact it could have on our planet.
Later that evening, I heard Emma’s excited voice in the kitchen. “Mom, I did it! I washed the lunchbox and brought it home like you said.” Her eyes shone with pride and a sense of accomplishment. I hugged her tightly and said, “You’ve done an amazing job, Emma. This is exactly how we make the world a better place, one small step at a time.” She smiled widely, her heart filled with the joy of knowing that she was part of something much bigger and more meaningful.
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