湖北省武汉市东西湖区2024-2025学年高三下学期开学英语试题(无答案)

2024～2025学年度第二学期二月月度检测
高三年级英语试卷
时限：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
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。
1．What does the man want from the woman
A．Pepper. B．Salt. C．Oil.
2．Where does the conversation take place
A．At a supermarket. B．At the man’s office. C．At home.
3．How much is a standard campsite on Thursday night
A．$45. B．$55. C．$65.
4．What does the woman advise the man to do
A．Seek his professor’s advice.
B．Check the reference books.
C．Turn to the librarians for help.
5．What are the speakers talking about
A．Ideas of a student union activity.
B．Comments on the sports competition.
C．Choices of school talent shows.
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 doing
A．Arranging a schedule. B．Offering information. C．Directing a performance.
7．When will the play probably finish
A．At 10:00 pm. B．At 10:20 pm. C．At 10:40 pm.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Strangers. B．Co-workers. C．Schoolmates.
9．What did the man think about engineering
A．Creative. B．Interesting. C．Complex.
10．Why does Judy find medicine rewarding
A．She sees improvement in patients’ health.
B．She enjoys learning medical techniques.
C．She receives recognition from others.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the topic of Tony’s paper
A．Pain and pleasure in sports.
B．Peaceful countryside life.
C．Cross-country skiing.
12．What bothers Tony about writing his paper
A．Finding good examples. B．Choosing writing focus. C．Deciding on writing style.
13．What is Professor Jones’ suggestion on Tony’s paper
A．Keeping his ideas. B．Leaving his ideas out. C．Revising his ideas.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．Why is Emma on Morning Talks
A．To recommend museum videos.
B．To share her video blogger stories.
C．To advertise a museum exhibit.
15．What is the focus of Emma’s work
A．Making arts more accessible.
B．Commenting on museums.
C．Improving viewers’ artistic appreciation.
16．How does Emma work with the museums
A．She reports their exhibition activities.
B．She makes online websites for them.
C．She tells stories behind art collections.
17．What do viewers think of Emma’ s latest video
A．It is old-fashioned. B．It is rich in details. C．It is personalized.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．Why is the project launched
A．To monitor river wildlife.
B．To increase tourism along rivers.
C．To help river condition turn better.
19．What can people do to help through the app
A．Conduct a survey.
B．Report their observations.
C．Look up information.
20．How does the project contribute to environmental protection
A．By involving individuals.
B．By simplifying data analysis.
C．By introducing ecological policies.
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
More than three centuries after she made an adventurous transatlantic voyage to study butterflies, rare copy of the hand-coloured masterwork by the great naturalist and artist Maria Merian is returning to Amsterdam.
Metamorphosis of the Suriname is one of the most fascinating books in natural history. It included some 60 richly coloured piates illustrating the different stages of development that she had observed in Suriname’s insects. Metamorphosis of the Suriname is a work of art and scientific scholarship. Merian recorded the local names of plants and insects she studied. In contrast to other European naturalists, she credited local people with helping her discover the colony’s wildlife, although didn’t name individuals.
Born in 1647 in Frankfurt, Germany, Merian learned to paint in her artist father’s workshop, and became fascinated by silkworms, moths and butterflies. At that time, insects were believed to spring forth magically from mud, waste and plant matter in a process known as “spontaneous generation”. While Merian was not the first to show the transformation from egg to adult insect, her artistic talents helped to bring this message to a wider audience. The pioneering work of Merian was celebrated for its scientific accuracy and for bringing a new standard of precision to scientific illustration.
In 1691, Merian moved to Amsterdam and opened her own studio. She worked as an independent artist and prepared specimens for a growing market of collectors. In Amsterdam, Merian had access to some of the finest natural history collections in the world. As she associated with famous scholars, physicians and botanists, ideas for her own voyage of discovery began to take shape. At 52, she embarked on（开始）a self-funded voyage to Suriname, driven by curiosity about the lives of insects.
Her image would be dismissed as a fantasy. In the 18th century, people responded: “that’ s what you get when you send a woman to tropical places. She probably made that up”. But scientists later confirmed her findings. The spider plate was a very good example of how Merian worked. She was a really good observer.
21．What do we know about Metamorphosis of the Suriname
A．It won a book award for art. B．It listed the names of local helpers.
C．It recorded Merian’s transatlantic voyage. D．It was based on Merian’s own observations.
22．What was the significance of Merian’s work
A．It had extremely high artistic value. B．It was the first natural history book.
C．It shaped our understanding of insects. D．It introduced a creative research theory.
23．What inspired Merian’s idea of a personal journey to Suriname
A．Her encounter with noted scientists. B．Her ambition to expand her business.
C．Her dream to travel around the world. D．Her curiosity about the lives of insects.
B
About once a week, a veterinarian（兽医） Kwane Stewart heads down to San Diego’s East Village to make his rounds, serving the dogs, cats and birds who are the treasured pets of downtown’s homeless community.
Stewart’s parents were huge animal lovers. By age 6. he knew he wanted to be a vet. After graduation from a Colorado veterinary science program, he spent the next decade as a veterinarian. In 2008, he worked as head veterinarian at a country-run animal shelter in an area struck by the Great Recession. He saw pets abandoned and the work was extremely depressing. Four years into the shelter job. Stewart said he was burned out with guilt and ready to quit.
Then one morning on his way to work, he saw a homeless man and a dog. He treated the dog’s skin condition and the animal was transformed. The owner was beyond grateful and said, “Thanks for not ignoring me and for treating my dog.” “That was the moment for me. I got back to saving animals and doing it on my own terms.” Stewart said.
A few weeks later he set up a pop-up veterinary clinic at a soup kitchen, and when clients there suggested he take his services further, his new job as “Street Vet” began. In addition to treating common diseases, Stewart often provides vaccinations and general wellness checks. He also promotes “fear-free” pet care. Many of the people Stewart serves are not just grateful for the help but also form a deep bond with him, seeing him as someone who not only treats their pets but also acknowledges their humanity.
“I can dream a little bit that people from all over the world will want to emulate what I do.” Stewart said. Right now, he is building a network of trusted volunteers, technicians with hospitals and clinics. “These are all people who just reached out and said. ‘I’m inspired by what you do. How do I do it ’” he said.
24．What do we know about Steward’s current job
A．He runs an animal shelter. B．He adopts abandoned pets.
C．He works for a science program. D．He attends to homeless people’s pets.
25．Why is Stewart’s shelter job mentioned
A．To explain his change of career focus. B．To illustrate his professional competence.
C．To explore the future of the industry. D．To reflect the challenges of the profession.
26．What do many people think of Steward
A．He’s odd. B．He’s frank. C．He’s humble. D．He’s merciful.
27．What does the underlined word “emulate” in the last paragraph mean
A．Follow the example of. B．Show respect for.
C．Put the blame on. D．Pay attention to.
C
A wave of startups say seaweed is a solution to climate change - able to absorb atmospheric carbon. provide raw materials for biofuels, and feed the world - no fertilizers（化肥）, fresh water, or even land required. Running Tide, a Maine-based company, is working on a system that will eventually sink the buoys（浮标）, attached with long locks of seaweed, to the deep ocean floor, where the carbon they contain will remain stored for 800 years or more.
Running Tide was founded by Marty Odlin, an engineer and fourth-generation commercial fisherman. The Gulf of Maine is warming faster than nearly every other oceanic region, and Odlin has seen the changes firsthand. About 15 years ago, Odlin heard a talk from Klaus Lackner-the physicist who popularised the idea of removing carbon from the atmosphere. It clicked. “It was like, oh, this is right because there’s no way we’re going to get off fossil （化石的） fuels in the next 50 years,” he recalls thinking. “We’re going to have to pull it down.”
Using seaweed to draw down carbon would be an elegant solution - if it works. Seaweed forests collectively cover an estimated two million square kilometers and absorb as much carbon as the Amazon rainforest. But much of that storage is short-lived. When the seaweed is harvested, eaten by animals, or washes ashore, its stored carbon is released back into the atmosphere. Running Tide’s model, in theory at least, would take that stored carbon and sink it to the ocean floor where it would remain for centuries. breaking down slowly.
Some scientists are careful about rushing ahead before fundamental scientific, environmental, and regulatory questions are answered. “Climate change is intensifying, and people are panicking,” says Kristen Davis, a professor of University of California Irvine, “but the science is not there yet to actually confirm that it’s a good idea.”
28．What can we learn about Running Tide’s system
A．It removes carbon from seaweed. B．It turns seaweed into fertilizers.
C．It sinks seaweed into the ocean floor. D．It stores seaweed as food sources.
29．What did Lackner’s speech lead Odlin to do
A．Monitor changes in oceanic regions. B．Reduce commercial fishing industry.
C．Set restrictions on the use of fossil fuels. D．Remove carbon from the atmosphere.
30．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A．Steps of a carbon replacement method. B．The underlying logic of sinking seaweeds.
C．Examples of massive seaweed forests. D．The carbon absorbing ability of seaweeds.
31．Why does the author quote Kristen Davis
A．To prove Odlin’s opinion. B．To emphasise the climate crisis.
C．To advocate scientists’ cooperation. D．To present the issue objectively.
D
Socrates declared that the unexamined life wasn’t worth living for a human being, implying that we should attempt to know ourselves, to think through our actions, choices, prejudices, and attitudes. But when it comes to thinking about our own happiness and what makes our lives go well, it really does seem that this reflective attitude can ruin our chances of finding what we seek.
Perhaps it’s not surprising that we are better designed for engaging in other activities than reflecting on how best to achieve our own happiness and well-being. Doing things that enhance our growth in physical, social and intellectual areas tends to bring the reward of feeling good, and so stimulates us further to pursue those activities. Sitting around reflecting on what will make us happy is a lot less efficient than chasing the things that make us happy, and if we think too much, there is an opportunity cost-time that we could have spent in a worthwhile activity has gone while we were thinking deeply about the best way to develop.
The philosopher David has written about the role of reflective thinking in sports. One of his observations is that while sports people need to think about the basic actions they are performing, it can be counterproductive to start thinking about the elements making up those actions. A footballer needs to think about kicking the ball low and hard to the left of the goalkeeper, but not to overthink the mechanics of the precise small movements of legs and feet that produce that outcome. If he or she does start this sort of thought process, it very often leads to a poorer shot. What’s needed is a kind of automatic response to the situation.
Perhaps something similar is going on in our life. Those people who start detailed programs of self-development in various dimensions, focusing on diet, habits, exercise, mental activity, work output, and so on are like the footballer thinking through the small muscle movements. Perhaps their well-meaning self-reflection on their own development and how they want to achieve it, is the very thing that will make a high level of development forever unobtainable for them.
32．What may cause an opportunity cost
A．Spending time on worthy activities. B．Joining in social meetings actively.
C．Getting stuck in much self-reflection. D．Doing physical exercises efficiently.
33．Why does the author mention David’s observations
A．To praise a wise philosopher. B．To teach readers football skills.
C．To cite a case of overthinking. D．To argue for reflective thinking.
34．What does the author suggest readers do to achieve their goals
A．Make a comprehensive plan. B．Adopt a direct approach.
C．Think carefully before action. D．Attach importance to details.
35．What is a suitable title for this text
A．The Risk of Overthinking B．The Key to Well-being
C．The Way to Think Reflectively D．The Method to Develop Yourself
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。
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is changing the way we work. With more and more simpler tasks being automated, humans are left with more high-level cognitive work, such as idea generation, strategic planning, and creative writing. 36
The problem is that we still follow a mindset that resembles the era of assembly （组装） lines, which doesn’t foster or facilitate the type of work needed today. Leaders constantly measured productivity in terms of how many hours an employee spent at work or the number of abstract targets they reached. 37 This type of output doesn’t fit in the era of AI. Instead, we have to make a psychological switch, structuring each workday for quality instead of quantity.
Start by kicking the old method of continuous work throughout the day. Research shows that continuous work impairs creative idea generation and high quality, complex cognitive work. 38 It’s recommended that using work sessions that are about 90 minutes long, attacking the hardest part of the task in the first 20 minutes and moving to the slower, easier work during the remaining time.
39 Therefore, managers should consider the principal area that a team or individual is working on rather than imposing the same work schedule across a team or an organization. Data suggests that it’s better to work on tasks that involve creativity, imagination. and problem solving during the first few hours of the day and again right before you go to sleep. 40 In between the focused work sessions, make time for a nap or for easy work that doesn’t require much creativity or focus.
A．That’s because people tend to overwork.
B．The time of day will also make a difference.
C．As a result, quantity of work was prioritized.
D．To excel in the new era, we’ll need to transform how we work.
E．With every new technology comes fear and then new opportunity.
F．Because of that, it’s better to work in bursts, giving the mind a rest.
G．The middle of the day is better for something calling for concentration.
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 used to be proud of my carefree, adventurous attitude. But when I was about 27, something changed. I started to feel 41 about everyday things. A mental health advisor told me that people who have panic attacks can make it worse by 42 the things they worry about. Since then, I have promised to face the things that 43 me.
This is why I 44 track cycling. It may not sound like an obvious strategy for 45 the mind and reducing anxiety, but in the almost three years I have been doing it and I have noticed a 46 in my mood after each session.
Cycling at speed, so 47 to one another, I have to stay in the moment and 48 . It helps 49 my head and lets me focus on something else. Nestled away from busy main roads, the velodrome（赛车场） is an 50 peaceful haven（港湾）. It is outdoors, so over the year you see the 51 change as you ride. There are wonderful sunsets on summer evenings and I love the cool air in the autumn as the leaves start to 52 .
My anxiety hasn’t completely gone away but remembering what I am 53 of on the bike, and the way it feels to race around the track, gives me the 54 boost that I need. It is truly like a form of therapy （疗法） and I feel the old, 55 me again.
41．A．angry B．curious C．anxious D．passionate
42．A．avoiding B．pursuing C．handling D．following
43．A．scare B．attract C．please D．disappoint
44．A．referred to B．took up C．missed out D．asked about
45．A．reading B．disturbing C．challenging D．calming
46．A．mess B．disorder C．difference D．swing
47．A．open B．kind C．close D．loyal
48．A．hesitate B．concentrate C．reflect D．pray
49．A．clear B．use C．stuff D．energize
50．A．unwillingly B．unbearably C．unexpectedly D．uncomfortably
51．A．landscapes B．tracks C．cyclists D．seasous
52．A．unfold B．green C．grow D．fall
53．A．frightened B．capable C．ashamed D．considerate
54．A．confidence B．knowledge C．reputation D．creativity
55．A．sensitive B．aggressive C．humorous D．adventurous
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。
On December 4th,2024,a truly thrilling milestone 56 （reach） as China’s Spring Festival was inscribed （收录） on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, marking a 57 （note） achievement. This achievement, with an impressive 44 listings that outnumber those of any other nation, not just highlights China’s exceptional contributions, 58 solidifies its standing as a leading cultural force on the global stage.
59 （root） in the lunar calendar and closely tied to agricultural cycles, the Spring Festival, also known 60 Chinese New Year, is a combination of China’s traditions, customs, arts, and culinary delights. More than 61 joyous celebration, it embodies the timeless core values of harmony, family unity, and respect for ancestors. These deeply-held 62 （belief） influence the daily lives of the Chinese people, making the Spring Festival a powerful symbol of its cultural identity.
UNESCO’s recognition is a testament to the festival’s lasting importance, ensuring its preservation for future generations. It applauds China’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its intangible heritage and highlights the nation’s resolve 63 （maintain） its unique cultural appeal. Moreover, this honor fosters global unity in safeguarding our 64 （planet） diverse cultural treasures, guaranteeing that China’s vibrant traditions will keep inspiring people across the globe. 65 （additional）, it celebrates the incredible diversity of cultures, which contributes to the richness and vitality of our world.
第四部分 写作（共两节；满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，上周五你参加了社区举办的“迎新年写对联”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．活动过程；
2．你的收获。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris, I’m writing to share with you a couplets writing activity I joined in last Friday. ______________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua
第二节 （满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The boys in the block were going to have a roller-skating（滑旱冰） race next Saturday. They were divided into two teams: the Sunnysiders and the Shadysiders, with five boys on each team. Andy was on the Sunnysiders. They lost last year, so they were desperate to win this time. But Andy knew his short legs made it hard for him to skate fast.
One day, Andy was greeted by a pleasant “Hello” as he was putting on his roller-skates. He looked up and saw his new neighbor, Francis. “Hello!” he replied cheerfully, noticing his neighbor’s long legs. “Wanna skate with me Look at your long legs! Just the right kind to make you a good skater.” “I’d love to. You know, I’m really good at roller skating and I used to help my team win.” Francis said, his tone now heavy with sadness. “But I lost my roller skates and my mom just cannot afford to buy me another pair.”
Andy thought it was a shame for Francis. As a new comer, there were undoubtedly many moments when he must have felt lonely. Andy thought to himself. wondering what he could do for Francis. But he had to say goodbye in a hurry since the team were meeting in the open space on the corner to talk over some plans.
When talking to the team captain, Andy suggested adding another boy to their team, Francis. But the captain said “No” as the team knew nothing about him. Besides, the Shadysiders wouldn’t let them take on an extra player.
In the following days. Andy practiced very hard with his team. Then came the day before the race when he saw Francis on the sidewalk, watching them skate past, his eyes filled with a sense of loss. Somehow it upset Andy, and his desire to help his new neighbor resurfaced. Then he thought of a way that could not only help his team win, but help Francis fit in.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
He rushed to Francis, excited to tell him his plan. ______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next day, the race began as scheduled. ___________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________