2024-2025学年福建省南安市侨光中学高二下学期4月月考英语试题（无答案）

2024-2025学年福建省南安市侨光中学高二下学期4月月考英语试题(考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分)
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(共11小题;每小题2.5分，满分27.5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
Tour 1 — Inuit Experience
A chance to meet the Inuit people of Nunavut in Canada. While staying with the Inuit people you will have the chance to ride on a dog sled and travel in a seal — skin boat. The Inuit believe in animal spirits. They usually live in small family groups but have large summer assemblies for feasts and celebrations. You will have the chance to join one of these large assemblies and take part in the dancing, listen to traditional accounts of bravery, and play games.
Tour 2 — Aborigine Adventure
A trip to Kakado in Australia will include a three — day stay in an Aborigine village. Here you will have the chance to attend Aborigine ceremonies with dining and dancing based on ancient beliefs. The Aborigines believe that Great Spirits created all the people, animals and plants on Earth. You will get the chance to try some very strange food like snakes! On this trip you will get to learn about their musical instruments and the boomerang, which they use to hunt animals.
Tour3 — Mysterious Maoris
New Zealand is home to Maoris. They brought with them a culture rich in song, dance and art. The Maori people believe in many gods such as the God of the Forest and the God of the Sea. The Maoris have a traditional meeting house, where you will meet with the Maoris and join with them in dance. And there you will eat food such as fish and sweet potato, which is cooked in leaves steamed over hot stones. You will also get the chance to eat food cooked in underground stoves.
21. Where is this text probably taken from
A. A travel brochure. B. A course plan. C. An academic paper. D. A cultural research.
22. What do the Aborigines believe in
A. Animal spirits. B. Great Spirits.
C The God of the Forest. D. The God of the Sea.
23. What do these cultural experiences have in common
A. You will be permitted to travel in a seal-skin boat.
B. You will get the chance to play local musical instruments.
C. You will be able to eat food cooked in underground stoves.
D. You will be invited to enjoy dancing with the natives.
B
“I am not crazy,” says Dr. William Farber, shortly after performing acupuncture (针灸) on a rabbit. “I am ahead of my time.” If he seems a little defensive, it might be because even some of his coworkers occasionally laugh at his unusual methods. But Farber is certain he’ll have the last laugh. He’s one of a small but growing number of American veterinarians (兽医) now practicing “holistic” medicine-combining traditional Western treatments with acupuncture, chiropractic (按摩疗法) and herbal medicine.
Farber, a graduate of Colorado State University, started out as a more conventional veterinarian. He became interested in alternative treatments 20 years ago when he suffered from terrible back pain. He tried muscle-relaxing drugs but found little relief. Then he tried acupuncture, an ancient Chinese practice, and was amazed that he improved after two or three treatments. What worked on a veterinarian seemed likely to work on his patients. So, after studying the techniques for a couple of years, he began offering them to pets.
Leigh Tindale’s dog Charlie had a serious heart condition. After Charlie had a heart attack, Tindale says, she was prepared to put him to sleep, but Farber’s treatments eased her dog’s suffering so much that she was able to keep him alive for an additional five months. And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse, Nappy, “moves more easily and rides more comfortably” after a chiropractic adjustment.
Farber is certain that the holistic approach will grow more popular with time, and if the past is any indication, he may be right: Since 1982, membership in the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association has grown from 30 to over 700. “Sometimes it surprises me that it works so well,” he says. “I will do anything to help an animal. That’s my job.”
24. What do some of Farber’s coworkers think of him
A. He’s odd. B. He’s strict. C. He’s brave. D. He’s rude.
25. Why did Farber decide to try acupuncture on pets
A. He was trained in it at university. B. He was inspired by another veterinarian.
C. He benefited from it as a patient. D. He wanted to save money for pet owners.
26. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. Steps of a chiropractic treatment. B. The complexity of veterinarians’ work.
C Examples of rare animal diseases. D. The effectiveness of holistic medicine.
27. Why does the author mention the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
A. To prove Farber’s point. B. To emphasize its importance.
C. To praise veterinarians. D. To advocate animal protection.
C
There’re plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables available in local markets. But while those red juicy strawberries look fresh, consumers have no way of knowing how long the fruit can be stored at home. The same goes for distribution centers and supermarkets.
Now, the food technology startup OneThird, located in the Netherlands, is looking to change that with an infrared (红外线) scanner that can accurately predict how long fresh fruits and vegetables will last. The startup is named OneThird because one-third of food is wasted due to spoilage (变质) every year.
The startup’s founders were inspired by a UK company that uses this type of technology in the medical field and decided to see if it was applicable for food. “I looked at the challenges in the food-supply chain and found out that 40 percent of food waste is fresh produce. One of the biggest causes of waste is that nobody knows shelf life.” founder and CEO of OneThird, Marco Snikkers said.
Quality inspections at farms and distribution centers are done manually (手动地). An inspector checks the fruits and vegetables and makes notes about the size and quality. Then the food is sent to consumers without considering travel time or how long the produce will remain usable.
Using the infrared scanner at the distribution center means that inspectors can use the information to approve shipments that will ensure the produce can be distributed on a timely basis. This means that a shipment of rip e tomatoes will not be sent long distances away.
OneThird’s scanner combines the technology of optical scanners, image modeling, and Artificial Intelligence to provide accurate shelf-life predictions.
The startup found that the technology can reduce up to 25 percent produce waste that was caused by spoilage. “Global food waste has an enormous environmental impact; reducing global food waste cuts global greenhouse gas emissions and promotes global food security,” said Jacob Smith, a climate expert from the University of Maine.
28. What problem does OneThird aim to solve
A. The high cost of storing fresh fruits and vegetables.
B. Inefficient quality inspections at distribution centers.
C. Food waste caused by uncertainty about its shelf life.
D. Consumers’ difficulty judging the freshness of produce.
29. What inspired OneThird to come up with the idea of using infrared scanner
A. The use of the device in another field. B. Observation of the food-supply chain.
C. Consumer demands for fresher produce. D. Experts’advice on food waste reduction.
30. What can we learn about the manual quality inspections
A. They are time-consuming and costly. B. They are not performed at a regular time.
C. The inspectors tend to make wrong judgement. D. The shipping time is not taken into consideration.
31. What’s Jacob’s attitude to OneThird’s effort
A. Approving. B. Doubtful. C. Tolerant. D. Dismissive.
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。
The journey towards self-improvement and personal success is often paved with challenges and obstacles. ____32____ The power of mindset extends beyond mere positive thinking. It shapes your attitudes and actions, thereby shaping your destiny.
Mindset rests on a fundamental principle: your inner beliefs and thoughts can form your reality. ____33____ It is also about how an optimistic mindset fosters (培养) improved decision-making, heightened problem-solving abilities, and stronger resilience against challenges.
Factors like talent and hard work are often highlighted in professional success. ____34____ Consider a physical therapist, who may encounter limitations in their effectiveness due to a negative or fixed mindset despite possessing the necessary skills and knowledge. This situation underlines how a growth mindset is essential.
____35____ It is a game-changer in personal and professional development. It is centered around the belief that abilities and intelligence are not fixed traits but can be cultivated through effort, learning, and perseverance.
To make full use of the potential of your mindset, it is crucial to confront and overcome limiting beliefs. You may never realize it. ____36____
A. This isn’t merely hopeful thinking.
B. Effort and ability can equal a positive mindset.
C. The growth mindset means continuous improvement.
D. In fact, mindset emerges as an equally critical element.
E. Such beliefs can act as invisible barriers to your success.
F. Mindset plays an important role in building good relationship.
G. However, a crucial element that influences this journey is the mindset.
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分40分)
第一节 完形填空(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。
For many people, the perfect career would be one in which they do what they love to make a living, but ___37___, not many have either the luck or the luxury to do so, given ___38___ concerns and other considerations. Freelance (自由职业的) digital cartoonist Lian Zongbo is fully ___39___ of the risks, but decided to pursue his dream, anyway.
After graduating in 2010, he started as a junior animator in Guangzhou. Struggling for 6 years with childish work, he was looking to do something he was really ___40___ . A huge basketball fan growing up, and good at a ___41___ of drawing methods, Lian had the idea of ___42___ his interests and career. In early2016, he began drawing illustrations based on the NBA and shared them on social media. ___43___ , he didn’t get any feedback.
___44___ he felt discouraged, Lian refused to admit failure. In January 2017, he received a(n)___45___on his Instagram account that invited him to ____46____ his works at art shows in the US. Lian happily accepted the offer, seeing it as a(n) ____47____ to morale (士气). His basketball themed artworks quickly won him a growing number of enthusiasts, including former NBA superstar Dwyane Wade.
His childhood hobby has now turned into a(n) ____48____ career that has given Lian a more comfortable life. When asked if he has any advice for others who also want to change jobs to ____49____ their passions Lian said, “I wouldn’t tell people to abandon their ____50____ jobs if they are not ready. Rather, I’d tell them to make full use of their spare time to explore their passions. Stick to it and one day your effort will ____51____.”
37. A. in reality B. in turn C. in order D. in place
38. A. political B. religious C. financial D. cultural
39. A. ashamed B. afraid C. aware D. fond
40. A. for B. into C. within D. against
41. A. range B. group C. flash D. block
42. A. developing B. combining C. abandoning D. losing
43. A. Additionally B. Gradually C. Accordingly D. Initially
44. A. When B. If C. While D. Because
45. A. message B. complaint C. access D. notice
46. A. prove B. assess C. display D. explain
47. A. approach B. response C. solution D. boost
48. A. promising B. inspiring C. challenging D. discouraging
49. A. defeat B. pursue C. raise D. reduce
50. A. current B. future C. distant D. past
51. A. go off B. take off C. pay off D. kick off
第二节 单词拼写(共10小题;每小题1分, 满分10分)
请根据汉语或首字母提示填入单词的正确形式，每空仅填一词。
52. The year 1949 ________ (见证) the founding of the People’s Republic of China. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
53. Graduates have to fight for jobs in a highly ________（竞争激烈的） market. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
54. The __________ (顾问) were a group of men in sharp suits. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
55. I admitted that I had great difficulty __________ (说服) him to accept my advice. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
56. When it comes to investing, it’s important to gather __________ (可靠的) information. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
57. The company plans to e__________ 50 new engineers this year. (根据首字母单词拼写)
58. We have no a__________ but to go on. (根据首字母单词拼写)
59. He has something to say on how to c__________ freedom with responsibility. (根据首字母单词拼写)
60. If you are w________ to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket. (根据首字母单词拼写)
61. It is impossible to p________ what the eventual outcome will be. (根据首字母单词拼写)
第三节 语法填空(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。
The remains of a gold mask are among the 3,000-year-old artifacts (历史文物) found at Sanxingdui, a 4.6-square-mile area outside Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province. ___62___ (weigh) about 280 grams and estimated to be made from 84% gold, the mask is one of over 500 items unearthed from six newly discovered “sacrificial pits (祭祀坑)” in Sanxingdui.
More than 50,000 ancient artifacts ___63___ (find) at Sanxingdui since the 1920s, when a local farmer ___64___ (accidental) came upon a number of relics at the site. A major breakthrough ___65___ (occur) in 1986, with the discovery of two ceremonial pits containing over 1,000 items. Discoveries made at the site date back to the 12th and 11th centuries BC, and many of the items are now ___66___ display at an on-site museum.
The site has completely changed experts’ understanding of ___67___ the ancient civilization developed in China. In particular, ___68___ (evident) suggests that the unique ancient Shu society developed independently of neighboring cultures in the Yellow River Valley, ___69___ was traditionally considered to be the origin of Chinese civilization.
Along with other Shu archaeological ___70___ (site), it is credited by the UN as “___71___ outstanding representative of the Bronze Age Civilization of China, East Asia and even the world.”
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文(满分15分)
72. 假定你是李华，近期参加了主题为“Life in the future”的科技展，你的英国好友Tom向你了解情况，请给他写一封电子邮件。
内容包括：
(1) 时间地点；(2) 展览内容；(3) 观展感受。
注意事项：
(1) 写作词数应为80个左右；
(2) 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
73. 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。
Even before I reached the tent, I knew there would be trouble. My little brother Andy was following me, with a sleeping bag, a flashlight, and his stuffed bear. My friends Wade and Bred think Andy would ruin everything. He would get scared in the middle of the night and have to be taken back to the house. They complained so much you'd think they were hospital patients instead of kids I'd invited for an outdoor sleepover.
Andy promised that he wouldn't ruin anything. He wormed his way into the tent and settled in the far corner. Night was settling in, too, with the woods around us fading toward black. The house, with its porch light, seemed a long way from us.
“Time for ghost stories!” Brad announced as soon as I'd closed the tent. He told a story about vampires （吸血鬼）, but it only made us fall over laughing. When it was Wade's turn, he told a story of three guys who were camping in a tent. He described our situation exactly-except for Andy. When he was describing a terrifying creature, somewhere outside, a branch snapped （发出咔嚓声）。The hairs on my arms shot straight up. “These guys were crawling into their sleeping bags, right ” Wade continued. “When out of the darkness rang this terrible cry.” And out of the woods behind us there was a cry! High-pitched, frightening, and strange. The hairs on my head shot straight up!
“What was that ” Bred asked as the cry came again. We all looked at each other in horror, speechless. Wade suggested someone should go out to check, but no one dared. “What if it's something trapped or hurt ” Andy said anxiously. We focused our flashlights on Andy, whom we'd forgotten, sitting in the corner with his arms around his bear. Andy would adopt every lost or hurt animal in the world if Mom would let him.
注意：
1.续写的词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答
“I'm going to see.” Andy ran out of the tent and disappeared in the darkness.
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Andy said it was a baby monkey caught between branches, and it was crying for its mama.
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