广东省深圳 2024—2025 学年第一学期期末测试题 高二英语（含答案）

深圳2024—2025学年第一学期期末测试题
高二英语
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
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3.考试结束后，将答题卡收回。考试时间120分钟，满分130分。
第一部分 阅读理解 (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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
A Travel Guide
Whether you' re travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you' re likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it's also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay
Where to stay
The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo DiCaprio's character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it's noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It's not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.
How to get around
Bangkok's traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi—— if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams— but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a long-tail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.
Where to eat
The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown-Yaowarat Street - and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.
What to do
After you' ve seen the main sites like the Giant Buddha at the temple of WatPho and the spectacular Grand Palace, and shopped at Chatuchak market, check out the snake farm and watch the live snake show. You can even touch a snake yourself if you want to!
1. What can we know about accommodation in Bangkok
A. Khao San Road is well-known for its comfortable living conditions.
B. Phra Kanong provides an authentic Thai living experience.
C. Areas close to tourist sites generally have noise problems.
D. The accommodation near the Skytrain stations is insufficient.
2. What is the most efficient way to reach modern shopping areas
A. Taking taxis. B. Catching an express boat.
C. Taking the Skytrain. D. Catching a long-tail boat.
3. Based on the text, which one of the following could be the best advice for traveling Bangkok
A. One night is enough to fully experience Bangkok.
B. Avoid express boat river taxis as they often get you stuck in traffic.
C. Select dining places carefully since not all are of good quality.
D. Try to explore Bangkok's diverse spots for fun.
B
The cold northern wind here in the streets of Petersburg strengthens my nerves and fills me with delight. I cannot think of the Pole as cold and empty; in my imagination it is a region of beauty and delight. Who knows what strange landscapes and creatures we may find there I shall satisfy my curiosity with the sight of an unknown part of the world, and walk where no man has before. Thinking of it, I feel the same joy a child feels when he sails his little boat on a voyage of discovery up his native river.
This voyage was the favorite dream of my early years. My education was neglected, yet I was passionately fond of reading. Uncle Thomas's library contained only books about exploration, which I read day and night. Finally, my thoughts come to the idea of making a voyage of discovery.
Six years have passed since I decided on the present voyage. I can, even now, remember the hour when I committed myself to this great enterprise. I began by making my body used to hardship. I went on whale hunting voyages to the North Sea;I voluntarily endured cold, hunger, thirst, and lack of sleep. I often worked harder than the common sailors during the day. Then, at nights, I studied mathematics, the theory of medicine, and sciences of practical importance for a sea-going adventurer.Twice I took jobs as an officer on a Greenland whaling ship. I felt a little proud when my captain asked me to remain with the ship, so valuable did he consider my services. And now, do I not deserve to achieve some great task My life might have been passed in ease and comfort, but I preferred glory to every pleasure that wealth placed in my path.
4. What does the author think of the Pole
A. It reminds him of his childhood.
B. It must be a region full of surprises.
C. It would fulfil his dream of being an adventurer.
D. It's too cold a destination with almost nothing.
5. What does the bold-lettered word“enterprise” in the last paragraph mean
A. career B. adventure C. business D. service
6. To realize his childhood dream, the author got .
A. physically prepared by experiencing great suffering
B. spiritually prepared by gaining his captain's recognition
C. academically prepared by reading books on exploration
D. financially prepared by serving on a whale hunting ship
7. According to the text, the author is definitely a person full of .
A. courage B. fancy C. pride D. perseverance
C
In 1960, Douglas McGregor, a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, introduced Theory X and Theory Y in his book The Human Side of Enterprise. He held that when it comes to motivating employees, specific assumptions about human nature must be factored in.
Theory X assumes that the average person naturally dislikes work and will avoid it whenever possible. It also suggests that most people are easily influenced, not very intelligent, resist change,avoid responsibility, and prioritize personal security over organizational goals while being self-centred.Based on these, management is tasked with organizing all elements of a productive company. They must direct employees, motivate them through rewards and punishments, and tightly control their actions. This traditional approach often leads to autocratic(独断的) leadership within organizations.For instance, employees are closely supervised, and decisions are made from the top-down with little input from the workforce.
McGregor, noticing the shortcomings of Theory X, came up with Theory Y. This theory suggests that under favorable working conditions, work can be as natural as relaxation. People, when committed, can exercise self-control and self-direction. They are willing to take on responsibility and are brimming with imagination and creativity. Organizations that follow Theory Y typically feature decentralized authority, two-way communication systems, and participative leadership. In such workplaces, employees are given more autonomy, like being involved in decision - making processes that affect their work.
These two theories have been significant in crystallizing the findings of the Hawthrone Experiments. However, they have faced criticism. They tend to oversimplify human nature and managerial styles, wrongly assuming that the job itself is the sole key to motivation. Also, Theory Ycan seem overly idealistic. In the real world, not every job can be made internally rewarding, and some level of external direction is often necessary. In the end, neither theory suits all situations. A combination of both, known as the contingency approach, is the most fitting for diverse organizational scenarios. This approach allows managers to adapt their motivational strategies based on the specific context, employee characteristics, and the nature of the tasks at hand.
8. Which of the following assumptions may come from Theory X
A. People are eager for job variety. B. People dislike to work by nature.
C. People constantly seek to change. D. People are always cooperative.
9. What's likely to happen in a company that follows Theory Y
A. Workers help plan their own work.
B. There are strict rules for everything they do.
C. Workers are pushed by the fear of losing their jobs.
D. Bosses tell workers what to do for every task.
10. According to the text, what is NOT a reason to criticize McGregor's theories
A. They assume that all employees respond identically to motivation.
B. They paint a simplistic picture of how people think and act at work.
C. They set an unrealistic standard for what makes a job engaging.
D. They fail to account for the need for some leadership guidance.
11. What's the main idea of the last paragraph
A. A certain theory can fix problems in big companies.
B. Knowing these theories helps with employees’ office work.
C. A mix of the theories should be used depending on the situation.
D. Getting employees motivated is very important for a company's success.
D
The technology for speech-recognition systems has advanced greatly since its appearance in the1950s. Many voice systems can understand the language when spoken at a normal conversational rate.But even the advanced human-machine interfaces(人机交互) used today are unable to trick the listeners into thinking a computer is a human. Why is this Simply put, it's because human beings rely on more than words to convey ideas or interpret messages, such as tones, facial expressions, body movements, and objects in the world around them.
One significant recent achievement in the field of talking computers is virtual personal assistants(VPAs) on mobile phones. If you tell a mobile phone VPA that you want to schedule a lunch with a friend, it can set the appointment in your phone in seconds. The VPA can also hold a basic “conversation” and has earned fame for its elementary sense of humour. Still, the humour is preprogrammed and can be triggered only when human users speak certain key words.
While the potential for“real” communication between a human and a machine may seem exciting, this possibility concerns some people. Some experts worry about people's attachment to these machines and fear that the art of successful human-to-human conversation will be undeveloped in younger generations. They worry that people won't be able to display the right emotion or tone in conversations because they haven't been practising those skills. Others fear that machines will take over functions that were traditionally performed by humans, such as customer service. Another concern often associated with the development of new technology is the invasion of privacy (侵犯隐私). When people use certain speech-recognition applications, they leave behind an audio track of their speech. When you ask a VPA for directions, your speech is sent and saved to a remote server for processing. This digital trail may lead to data mining, or the collection of large quantities of personal data.
For now, however, the continuing evolution of speech-recognition software is worth expecting.Leading companies in the field hope to make human communication with machines as seamless as possible, just like communicating with another human.
12. According to the text, what can a VPA do
A. Entertain users with its original jokes. B. Enable people to regard it as a human.
C. Hold preprogrammed conversations. D. Display the right tones in conversations.
13. Which situation reflects the concerns mentioned in the text
A. One VPA service was priced higher for protecting users' privacy.
B. An airline bore high costs for applying VPAs to its online service.
C. An app failed to offer the right direction when given spoken instructions.
D. Some teenagers became more socially awkward due to the addiction to VPAs.
14. What is the purpose of the text
A. To inform readers of the double-edged quality of a new technology.
B. To inspire readers to explore the future of a new technology.
C. To promote the application of a new technology.
D. To stress the convenience of a new technology.
15. What might be the best title of the text
A. The worries over VPAs. B. Listening to“a real person”.
C. The world of technology. D. Talking to technology.
第二节 (共5 小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Talking with Your Doctor
Talking freely with your doctor can make you feel better and gives your doctor the information she or he needs to give you the best care. Don't be afraid or embarrassed to discuss something that is bothering you. 16
●Stay positive.
Go to your doctor's visits with a good attitude. 17 Think teamwork! Think positive!
●Keep track of how you are feeling.
18 This will make it easier for you to answer questions about your symptoms(症状) and how medicines make you feel. It also makes it easier for you to bring up anything that you are worried about. Make sure to be honest about how you feel and how long you' ve felt that way.
● 19
Your medical history is a list of your illnesses, treatments, what the doctors told you to do, and anything else you think your doctor should know. Also, if you are allergic(过敏) to any medicines, be sure to mention that to your doctor.
●Ask questions.
Do not be afraid to ask your doctor any questions you have. To remember all the questions you have when you are not in the doctor's office, write them down and bring the list with you to your appointment. 20 Remember— there's no such thing as a stupid question. If you don't understand the answer to a question, ask the doctor to explain it again until you do understand.
A. This will make getting answers easier.
B. Here are some tips for talking with your doctor.
C. You can talk to another doctor if the treatments don't work.
D. Remember, your doctor and other caregivers are on your side.
E. Before your doctor's visit, keep notes on how you are feeling.
F. Bring your medical history, including a list of your current medicines.
G. Writing down what the doctor says will help you remember important information.
第二部分 完形填空 (共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
“If after the first 50 pages of a book you don't get engaged, you' re allowed to stop reading and try again later when you feel ready for it,” my father told me.
My father holds this 21 responsible for his lifelong love of literature. As a busy labourer,he has regarded reading books as an almost sacred 22 . He feels a strong, perhaps, irresistible 23 to read frequently and a lot.
I don't think my father 24 to hand the advice down to me. He's not the sort to give advice and I'm not the sort to 25 it. But I find it's because the advice is delivered 26 that it is most likely to be listened to.
I like this advice“reading first 50 pages”, for the generosity and respect it extends to a book’ s 27 and his or her craft. A reader, it suggests, needs a little 28 to adapt to a book's particular tone and voice. Meanwhile, this advice gives a person permission to 29 reading.Nobody, it implies, need force themselves to struggle through a book they' re not 30 .
I particularly like the 31 advice to return to a book“when you feel ready for it.” It's a 32 that reading is naturally relational and that the readers need time.
Even when I'm more than ready to stop reading by page 50, 33 the exercise feels worth doing. Just like stopping swimming halfway makes the muscles in my legs ache 34 it uses them in a different way from cycling. But in both cases, it's a satisfying kind of hurt because it's a 35 of getting stronger.
21. A. warning B. advice C. guarantee D. request
22. A. debate B. protest C. beg D. escape
23. A. trend B. view C. urge D. influence
24. A. dared B. forgot C. hesitated D. intended
25. A. ask B. write C. drop D. support
26. A. safely B. quickly C. indirectly D. personally
27. A. reader B. author C. critic D. publisher
28. A. patience B. luck C. help D. grace
29. A. finish B. teach C. love D. stop
30. A. referring to B. talking about C. connecting with D. commenting on
31. A. gentle B. strong C. common D. timely
32. A. duty B. recognition C. pity D. wonder
33. A. thus B. just C. then D. still
34. A. unless B. because C. once D. before
35. A. sign B. rule C. question D. goal
第三部分 语法选择题 (共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
36. We must all take action to reduce our carbon footprint, and protect wildlife habitats it is too late.
A. since B. until C. after D. before
37. This is the ancient tree, branches provide a cool shelter for people to rest under during hot summers.
A. which B. that C. whose D. who
38. The question our small town will host a famous singer's free concert next month has been on everyone's lips.
A. if B. whether C. what D. which
39. The experienced guide made the tourists a closer look at the rare plants in the nature reserve to appreciate their unique beauty.
A. do B. done C. to do D. doing
40. in the sudden rainstorm while hiking in the mountains was an unpleasant experience for the outdoor enthusiasts.
A. Being caught B. Caught C. Catching D. To Catch
41. It was in that small, cozy coffee shop by the river the two old friends reunited after years of separation. They shared many memories and laughed a lot.
A. where B. which C. when D. that
42. — — This project is challenging, with its tight deadlines and complex requirements.
—— Yes, but I think it's than the one we did last quarter, which had even stricter rules and a larger scope.
A. more challenging B. the most challenging C. less challenging D. the least challenging
43. Finally, the company— by its new manager— started to make a profit.
A. heading B. to head C. was headed D. headed
44. The greatest glory in living lies not in never , but in rising every time we fall.
A. to fall B. falling C. fallen D. fall
45. In the new semester, the school has launched a series of diverse and innovative courses to meet the various interests of the students. These students may choose the courses that most interest .
A. them B. themselves C.us D. itself
第四部分 语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Not all famous national parks are on land. Some national parks are marine parks. One good example of this is the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in Australia. 46 (stretch) over 2,300kilometers, the Great Barrier Reef is considered one of the natural wonders of the world. It is the largest structure in the world made by living creatures. A wide variety of tropical wildlife also 47 (make) the reef its home.
Since the Great Barrier Reef is just below the surface of the water, it is an excellent place 48 (see) nature, and millions of people travel there every year. The park was created in 1975 to protect the reef 49 overdevelopment and fishing.
Unfortunately, the 50 (big) danger to the Great Barrier Reef is something park 51 (manage) cannot stop—— global warming. Rising ocean temperatures are causing some coral to die 52 the colourful reefs to turn grey. Hundreds of years ago, people could not imagine that there would ever be a time 53 forests would be cut down, oceans would become 54 (pollute), and wildlife would face extinction.
Facing the problems of environment pollution and overdevelopment, some national parks have been set aside to protect both natural features and wildlife. 55 protection of natural areas has attracted much media attention, and now more and more people are supporting the idea of eco-friendly development.
第五部分 用所给词汇的正确形式填空(共15 小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
56. The pattern of injuries is c (和...一致, 和...相符) with an attack with a knife.
57. The drop in supply equates to about a month of food c (消费; 消耗) for Kenya andSomalia combined.
58. The total amount of e (接触;暴露) to the smoke along the surface area of the lung is thought to be higher.
59. There can be more room in the b (预算) for better foods if meat is kept to a minimum.
60. Research into ageing in larger mammals gives an i (洞察) into human life expectancy.
61. New Yorkers have been told what they had long s (怀疑) but did not particularly want to know.
62. With a m (成熟的) and rational mindset, she was able to handle the complex project with ease, carefully considering all possible options and consequences before taking any action.
63. I was far from c (信服, 说服) about this, but felt we had to try.
64. Her speech missed the mark and failed to g (产生) the public support she had been hoping for.
65. This remarkable technology provides far greater clarity than c (传统的, 常规的)x-rays.
66. We' re required to t (解决) the fundamental cause of the problem.
67. Her disappointing exam results are e (完全) due to her inattention in class.
68. As for chemical fertilizers, crops grown with them usually grow too fast to be rich in n (营养).
69. I remain o (乐观) that a peaceful settlement of the dispute can be achieved
70. The project is only in the i (最初的) phase as yet, but it's looking quite promising.
第六部分 完成句子(共10 小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
根据句意，从所给词组中挑选合适的一项并用其正确形式完成句子，其中有两个选项为多余选项 (共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
thanks to get involved in above all feel at home for instance regardless of subscribe to in charge of consist of in turn prior to break out
71. the automobile, Americans soon had a freedom of movement previously unknown.
72. Each of us can develop his or her own“energy saving programme” with a little self-observation,critical self-control and, , logical consistency.
73. They engage college undergraduates to teach computer science to high school students,who instruct middle school students on the topic.
74. Carbon dioxide carbon and oxygen.
75. Since the war , the phones at donation centres have been ringing off the hook.
76. Many renowned scientists in the field of astrophysics the theory of the BigBang, as it provides a comprehensive explanation for the origin and evolution of the universe.
77. Mary is the art and music section; and Charles, the sports page.
78. the fact that they had limited resources and a tight deadline, the project team managed to deliver an outstanding result through their unwavering dedication and innovative thinking.
79. She addressed me with an easy familiarity that made me .
80. Mobile devices are becoming less expensive. Sophisticated smartphones, , can now be purchased for less than $100.
第七部分 应用文写作 (满分15分)
假定你是李华, 你校将举办一场主题为“What Makes a Great Scientist ”的英语征文比赛。请你写一篇短文参赛，内容包括：
(1)介绍一位当代的伟大科学家；
(2)对你的启发。
注意：
(1)写作词数应为 80个左右；
(2)请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
What Makes a Great Scientist
深圳2024-2025学年第一学期期末测试卷
高二英语答案
Ⅰ阅读理解 (共20题；每小题2.5分，满分50分)
1-3 BCD 4-7 BBAD 8-11 BAAC 12-15 CDAD 16-20BDEFA
II.完形填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
21-25 BDCDA 26-30CBADC 31-35ABDBA
III.语法选择 (共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
36-40 DCBAA 41-45 DCDBA
IV.语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
46. Stretching 47. makes 48. to see 49. from 50. biggest
51. management 52. and 53. when 54. polluted55. The
V.单词拼写(共15题；每小题1分，满分15分)
56. consistent 57. consumption 58. exposure
59. budget 60. insight 61. suspected
62. mature 63. convinced 64. generate
65. conventional 66. tackle 67. entirely
68. nutrition 69. optimistic 70. initial
VI.短语填空(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
71. Thanks to 72. above all 73. in turn
74. consists of 75. broke out 76. subscribe to
77. in charge of 78. Regardless of 79. feel at home
80. for instance
VII.应用文写作(共1小题；满分15分)
What Makes a Great Scientist
When discussing what makes a great scientist, Yuan Longping comes to my mind first. In the 1960s,witnessing the famine, he was determined to boost rice yields.
Despite the harsh conditions in the fields, he dedicated himself to hybrid rice research. After numerous failures, he finally developed high - yielding hybrid rice, which significantly increased global rice production and saved countless lives.
From Yuan Longping,I realize that a great scientist is characterized by a strong sense of responsibility and unwavering perseverance. As students, we are inspired to pursue our academic goals with dedication.Whether it's aiming for high grades, participating in research projects, or exploring new fields of knowledge, we should strive for excellence.