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2025年1月葫芦岛市普通高中期末考试
高二英语
时间：120分钟满分：150分
注意事项：
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第Ⅰ卷 (三部分，共95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 is the main topic of the conversation
A. A reusable bag. B. A potential danger to animals. C. A change in daily habits.
2.
When does the woman usually wake up
A. At 8:00 a.m. B. At 7:00 a.m. C. At 6:00 a.m.
3.
Where will the kite festival take place
A. By the sea. B. At the park. C. On the square.
4.
What does the man ask the woman for advice on
A. How to do schoolwork. B. How to be organized. C. How to set goals.
5.
In which country did the woman experience culture shock
A. America. B. Japan. C. Spain.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What can mimic octopuses do
A. Act like humans. B. Live on land for a long time. C. Change their looks.
7. Why do mimic octopuses live in shallow sandy areas
A. To hide from large animals.
B. To find food more easily.
C. To protect themselves from natural disasters.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Schoolmates. C. Developer and customer.
9. What feature does the platform have
A. It helps make study plans. B. It offers online exams. C. It has previous classes.
10. What subject does the platform support now
A. Information technology. B. Chemistry. C. Biology.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a supermarket. B. At home. C. In a restaurant.
12. What is the main dish for the cookout
A. Potato pancakes. B. Hamburgers and hot dogs. C. Chocolate pizzas.
13. What will the man do next Saturday
A. Clean up his backyard. B. Buy barbecue tools. C. Prepare the seating.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What does the man say about the workshops
AThey’re in tourist spots.
B. They’re open to the public.
C. They’re lacking in leaders.
15. What do the workshops mix
A. Ancient and modern elements.
B. Unique and common elements.
CLocal and foreign elements.
16. What is the main goal of the project
A. To increase tourism. B. To pass down the tradition. C. To teach modern art.
17. How does the woman feel about the project
A. Worried. B. Doubtful. C. Interested.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. Who might the speaker be
A. The leader of the town.
B. The president of the university.
C. The designer of the community center.
19. Where will free Internet be available
A. At the gym. B. In the library. C. In the performance hall.
20. What do we know about the meeting hall
AIt needs a reservation. B. It opens at 6:00 a.m. C. It only hosts community meetings.
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
There is an old saying in China that goes, “The days of the Sanjiu period are the coldest days.” “Sanjiu period”, which is in Minor (较小的) Cold, refers to the third nine-day period (the 19th to the 27th day) after the day of the Winter Solstice (冬至). There are many different customs related to Minor Cold in China.
Eating hotpot
During Minor Cold people should eat some hot food to benefit the body and defend against the cold weather. Winter is the best time to have hotpot and braised mutton with soy sauce. But it is important to notice that too much spicy food may cause health problems.
Eating huangyacai
In Tianjin, there is a custom to have huangyacai, a kind of Chinese cabbage, during Minor Cold. There are large amounts of vitamins A and B in huangyacai. As huangyacai is fresh and tender, it is fit for frying, roasting and braising.
Eating glutinous rice (糯米饭)
According to tradition, the Cantonese eat glutinous rice in the morning during Minor Cold. Cantonese people add some fried preserved (腌制的) pork, sausage and peanuts and mix them into the rice.
Eating vegetable rice
In ancient times, people in Nanjing took Minor Cold quite seriously, but as time went by, the celebration of Minor Cold gradually disappeared. However, the custom of eating vegetable rice is still followed today. The rice is steamed and is unspeakably delicious. Among the ingredients (原料), aijiaohuang (a kind of green vegetable), sausage and salted duck are the specialties in Nanjing.
21. What do we know about Minor Cold
A. The Sanjiu period is in this period. B. It refers to the Winter Solstice.
C. It lasts twenty-seven days. D. It marks the first day of winter.
22. What is a special custom in Tianjin in Minor Cold
A. Eating hotpot. B. Having vitamin A and B pills.
C. Having huangyacai. D. Buying cabbage.
23. This text may be taken from the column (栏目) of a newspaper.
A. travel B. fashion C. culture D. science
B
Thomas Cheatham had planned to study Latin during his time at Hebron High School in Texas. But when he learned that the school district was going to offer a Chinese class, he quickly changed his mind.
“I think Chinese would be beneficial than Latin,” said Cheatham, who is now in his second year of studying the language. He speaks Chinese to order food at Chinese restaurants and reads social media posts from his Chinese-speaking friends. While it’s a difficult language to master, the high school student, who plans to study computer engineering, thinks it will be important for his career. “Chinese is a good language to know, especially with China becoming a growing power,” he said.
Many experts agree that proficiency (熟练) in a language spoken by about 1. 4 billion people worldwide will give American students an edge in the global economy.
“People’s interest in Chinese is growing fast,” said Marty Abbott, director of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. “We’re seeing it in all parts of the country.”
Abbott predicts that as many as 100,000 students are now studying Chinese in public and private schools, throughout the US. She said the US government had designated (指定) Chinese as an “important needs” language and provided professional development programs for teachers. “Our government wants to increase our language ability for national security and economic competitiveness,” Abbott added.
At the same time, the Chinese government is spreading knowledge of the Chinese language and culture through Confucius Institutes set up in many US states. For example, the Confucius Institute at the University of Texas in Dallas has been the home of a Confucius Institute for more than 10 years. It sponsors Confucius Classrooms at 21 local public and private schools, where tens of thousands of students are learning Chinese.
24. Why did Thomas Cheatham decide to study Chinese instead of Latin
A. Chinese was easier to learn than Latin.
B. Chinese could be helpful to his future career.
C. Chinese might help him learn more about China.
D. Chinese could enable him to study computer engineering.
25. The underlined word “edge” in Paragraph 4 probably means “_____”.
A. a slight advantage B. the outside pressure
C. a sharp voice D. an exciting quality
26. What can we learn from Marty Abbott’s words
A. Chinese should be taught in classrooms throughout the US.
B. Those skilled at Chinese will be the most competitive in the future.
C. The US government’s policy helps popularize Chinese in the US.
D. Americans learn Chinese because they worry about their national security.
27. What does the author mainly talk about in this passage
A. The rising popularity of Chinese among American students.
B. The great benefits of learning Chinese for American students.
C. The influence of China’s growing power on American education.
D. The effect of Confucius Institutes on promoting Chinese in the US.
C
Scientists in South Africa have found that ceramic (瓷的) nest boxes can protect endangered African penguins from climate change.
In the past, the penguins laid eggs in holes dug into centuries-old layers of their own droppings, most of which was shipped by traders to the United Kingdom as fertilizer (肥料) in the 1800s. Since then, many penguins have nested in the open, exposing their eggs and themselves to the burning heat.
Because penguins evolved to keep heat in cold water, they can easily overheat on land. Typically, penguins leave their nests regularly to cool off in the sea. But without proper holes, this leaves their eggs unprotected. Since 1900, the African penguin population has dropped from three million to only 48,000.
Fortunately, a team of researchers seem to have found a way. Over the past years, the team has put more than 1,500 handmade ceramic nest boxes in five areas where the penguins live, including Bird Island in Algoa Bay, South Africa, which is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining African penguins. Looking like small round houses, the double-walled ceramic nests can keep African penguins cool.
“The nests are so useful,” says Welman, a zoologist, “Even if adults had to leave nests for some reason, their eggs would never be at any risk of overheating.” Christina Hagen of Bird Life South Africa, who was not part of the study, says finding effective conservation solutions is important given the decreasing population of African penguins.
The main threat to African penguins is overfishing of anchovy and sardines, the penguins’ favorite food. Scientists and conservationists are pushing the South African government to close commercial fishing around the five African penguin breeding (繁殖) colonies until populations recover. But without protection from rising temperatures, those efforts alone may not be enough. Ceramic nests could help to give these beloved penguins a fighting chance.
28. What can we learn about African penguins from the passage
A. They well adapt to high temperatures.
B. They are mainly threatened by pollution.
C. They are suffering a lot from overheating.
D. They have a population of over three million.
29. Why is Bird Island special to African penguins
A. There is a vast population of African penguins.
B. It enjoys the best climate for African penguins.
C. African penguins there can nest in the open.
D. There are holes for penguins to lay eggs.
30. What is the main function of the ceramic nest boxes
A. To allow the penguins to stay cool inside.
B. To protect the penguins from being hunted.
C. To provide a place for the penguins to rest.
D. To save enough room for the adult penguins.
31. What additional measure is being proposed to protect African penguins
A. Creating more nesting areas for the penguins.
B. Stopping people fishing where the penguins breed.
C. Introducing new species of fish for the penguins.
D. Providing man-made cooling facilities for the penguins.
D
From rolling hills to mountain ranges, views make any road trip memorable, but for blind passenger this is part of the experience they miss. Motor company Ford tries to change that. It teamed up with GTB Roma and Ae do Project—to develop a technology that will give those unfortunate passengers away to feel nature’s beauty through their car windows.
The prototype (原型) of the smart car window has a device with an outside-facing camera. With just a press of a button, the system takes a picture of the current view. The colorful picture is then turned into an image with different shades of grey through LED lights, which vibrates (震动) differently. As the finger passes over different regions of the image, its shaking movements provide feedback through the sense of touch to the person using it. The smart window also comes with a voice assistant that uses AI to identify the scene and help the passengers get information on what they’re seeing.
“As the prototype started taking shape, we realized we were giving birth to a completely new language that would give blind people a new chance to visualize and experience traveling,” Federico Russo, one director of GTB Roma, said. “When the idea was at its first stage, we looked for suppliers all around the world to make it come to life.” He believes the technology can be employed not just in cars. “It could be introduced into schools and institutions for blind people as a tool that could be used in multiple ways.”
The technology may show up in a Ford autonomous vehicle. It’s known that the company is testing their technology and future business model and struggling to figure out how an autonomous vehicle gives different passengers the details needed to get from one destination to another. It’s unclear when this technology will be made available. However, the idea of building something for the less advantaged is indeed a kind and influential action.
32. How does the smart car window work
A. By changing shades of colors. B. By recording the view with a camera.
C. By classifying shaking movements. D. By translating scenery into vibrations.
33. What does Federico Russo say about the technology
A. It will have wide application. B. It will be tested across the world.
C. It will be used in schools first. D. It will understand many languages.
34. What difficulty is Ford facing
A. Developing autonomous cars. B. Exploring their future business model.
C. Providing route information. D. Applying the technology to everyday life.
35. Which can be the best title for the text
A. A I-based Window Adds Fun to Road Trips
B. Smart Window Lets Blind Passengers Feel Views
C. Technology Makes the Blind’s Trip Enjoyable
D. Ford Develops a System for the Blind to Drive
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。
A new documentary, Pot of Fire, went online on Tencent Video on Feb 14, allowing netizens to “enjoy” hotpot together on the Internet. No food other than hotpot is so welcomed by Chinese people.___36___ .
As one of the famous meals in China, hotpot has been popular for ages, for it’s “free-for-all and healthy way”, according to National Public Radio. From vegetables to meat, from noodles to seafood, diners can add different ingredients to the soup to cook. Unlike frying or other cooking methods, boiling food only releases their nutrients into the soup.___37___ Besides , hotpot can bring warmth to our body and improve blood circulation in winter, and increase sweat to help cool the body in summer, according to China Highlights.
But eating hotpot is much more than an enjoyment for our taste buds and health.___38___For most Chinese people, eating hotpot is usually a social event. A survey by Chenzhi Catering Database showed that 40. 2 percent of Chinese usually eat hotpot with friends, while 17. 6 percent use the occasion for a family reunion. When a group of people sit around a table to eat, chat and drink, it’s a good time.“As the food continues to boil in the soup, we keep drinking and chatting with each other.___39___ ” said Yu Jiaqing, a 28- year -old luxury brand marketing staffer from Beijing.
___40___ Or, at least you can watch Pot of Fire. As a popular saying goes, “There’s nothing to worry about after having a hotpot. If you are still worried, then go for it twice.”
A. Hotpot is very popular in China.
B. The atmosphere makes the time warm.
C. It’s also a celebration of life and friendship.
D. Hotpot does much good to people’ s health.
E. This way can maximize (使最大) the flavors of all the ingredients.
F. It represents how much they like to gather together to enjoy happiness.
G. So if you feel empty or lonely, cook a hotpot to fill your stomach and heart.
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
During my second year in high school, I got sick and missed a few days. When I ____41____. I was greeted with two essays due, three days of math and history homework, plus several tests. ____42____ went home from school that day tired, I had to stay up really late to finish them all.
The next day at school, I got a rude awakening: I’d totally forgotten to prepare for the ____43____ or Romeo and Juliet, which I’d take ____44____ my lunch hour! Worse still, I had ____45____ the in-class discussion and all the notes. When lunch came, I went to the English room to face my certain doom (厄运). All I could do was try to ____46____ on the questions I didn’t know.
As it turned out, I didn’t know the majority of the questions. I was just about to give ____47____ when my pencil accidentally fell and broke. Standing by the blackboard sharpening my pencil, I ____48____ down and there was the answer for the test! “What good fortune! I can kiss good-bye to all my ____49____ of failing the test!” My heart started beating, and my brain _____50_____, “Yes! Read over the answers — quickly!” This was quickly followed by another voice, “No! You’ll get caught! My mind turning back and forth, Yes! No! Yes! No!...” This went on for ten of the _____51_____ seconds in my entire life.
Finally, I decided to finish the test on my own, without _____52_____! I was satisfied with my decision but pretty _____53_____ I had failed the test.
The next day when I walked into the English room, my great joy of having been an _____54_____ soul changed into a wave of doom as I saw my test paper lying face down on my desk. I knew what awaited me. I stared at it a few seconds before I got up the _____55_____ to turn it over. You can only imagine my shock when I learned that I had passed the test! My mom says the victories that take the most courage are won within. Now I know exactly what she means.
41. A. arrived B. appeared C. finished D. returned
42. A. If B. Until C. Although D. Because
43A. lecture B. test C. play D. essay
44. A. over B. upon C. by D. toward
45. A. lost B. carried C. missed D. dropped
46. A. depend B. agree C. guess D. improve
47. A. off B. up C. out D. away
48. A. wrote B. settled C. calmed D. looked
49. A. worries B. boredom C. loneliness D. tiredness
50. A. persuaded B. whispered C. warned D. chanted
51. A. coldest B. saddest C. longest D. fastest
52. A. suffering B. cheating C. checking D. thinking
53. A. certain B. regretful C. annoyed D. relieved
54. A. open B. optimistic C. honest D. energetic
55. A. wisdom B. courage C. encouragement D. intention
第Ⅱ卷(满分55分)
注意：将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
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。
With the rapid advancement of technology, China’s aerospace industry has achieved remarkable accomplishments, ____56____ attracts worldwide attention. Recently, the launch of the Shenzhou 19 manned spacecraft ____57____ (show) China’s exceptional capabilities in the field of aerospace. This is not just a journey into space, ____58____ an important milestone in the country’s exploration of the universe.
The Shenzhou 19 team is the ____59____ (eight) batch (一批) of inhabitant of Tiangong, and has achieved the get-together in space with the Shenzhou 18 crew. Each get-together in space is ____60____ (undoubted) a symbol of unity and cooperation among astronauts in the vast universe.
Chin’s aerospace development is not merely a technological project, but it symbolizes the national spirit. Behind every astronaut ____61____ (be) countless dedicated researchers who contribute their efforts ____62____ the career selflessly.
These scientists work day and night in laboratories, ____63____ (push) the boundaries of aerospace technology. Each launch of the Shenzhou series proves China’s significant ____64____ (achieve) in independent innovation in aerospace technology. From the design of rockets to the execution of missions, all of this reflects the overall _____65_____ (strong) of the nation.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，你们班在校英文报组织的以“太空”为主题的海报设计大赛中获奖。请你给英国朋友Jack写一封邮件分享这次经历，
内容包括：(1)创作过程；
(2)你的感想。
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。
Dear Jack,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节读后续写(满分25分)
67. 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。
I grew up in New York City. Over the years, my family have explored many notable landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty and Times Square. However, the one we never attended was the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City. My father worked as a baker, so purchasing tickets for six of us was considered a too high expense. How I wish I could see the show! I was always attracted by the long line of Rockettes that would dance across our television screen, so I decided I’d see the iconic show in person one day.
Then I found myself at the age of twenty-eight heading to Radio City to buy tickets to the show on Christmas day. My husband Jay was driving the car. His sister and I were sitting in the back seat. I prayed to God, just as I always did, that everything would go well.
Our plan was to park the car and head directly to the box office. After parking our car, we enjoyed the walk to Radio City. By the time we got there, there were long lines and people everywhere.
I went to wait in one of those long lines. I saw people walking away disappointed in front of me, but I told myself that it was probably too expensive or the show was at the wrong time to fit in with their plans. Finally, I reached the cashier. “Good morning,” I greeted her cheerfully. “I’d like to buy three tickets for the next show.”
“I don’t even need to look. The last seven people asked me the same thing. They’re sold out” she responded.
“OK, so how about tonight’s show ” I said.
“Um…girl, they’re sold out for this day, this week and this month. I might be able to get you in the middle of January,” she replied.
I was shocked. It was worse than I could have imagined. I stood alone in the building, not knowing what to do. I even wanted to try from the scalpers (票贩子).
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。
At that moment, a man approached me, asking me, “Are you looking for tickets ”
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I looked down at the paper, wondering why he gave me the tickets for free.
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2025年1月葫芦岛市普通高中期末考试
高二英语
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】21. A22. C23. C
【答案】24. B25. A26. C27. A
【答案】28. C29. A30. A31. B
【答案】32D33. A34. C35. B
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
【答案】36. F37. E38. C39. B40. G
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节完形填空 (共15 小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
【答案】41. D42. C43. B44. A45. C46. C47. B48. D49. A50. B51. C52. B53. A54. C55. B
第Ⅱ卷(满分55分)
注意：将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
【答案】56. which
57. has shown##showed
58. but59. eighth
60. undoubtedly
61. are62. to
63. pushing
64. achievements
65. strength
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66.
【答案】Dear Jack,
I’m thrilled to share that our class won an award in the space-themed poster design contest held by our school English newspaper!
Teaming up with my fellows, we brainstormed ideas and divided tasks, some for design, some for research and content creation, which not only enhanced our teamwork skills but also deepened our understanding of space exploration. The process was challenging yet rewarding. I’m incredibly proud of China’s achievements in space, which have greatly inspired our poster design. It’s a memory I will cherish for a long time.
I can’t wait to hear what you think about it and do you have any interesting experiences to share
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节读后续写(满分25分)
67.
【答案】At that moment, a man approached me, asking me, “Are you looking for tickets ” With his words, he extended a slip of paper to me, adding. “Here, take this. I can no longer use it.” “Yes!”I answered enthusiastically. Then, I added, “And how much are they ” I reached for the paper while also watching to make sure I was not the victim of a cheat. “This will work. No charge. It’s meant for you,” he assured me. I couldn’t believe my ears. As soon as I grasped the paper, he disappeared into the crowd.
I looked down at the paper wondering why he gave me the tickets for free. I felt confused about what he did. “Why didn’t he use it That’s worth hundreds of dollars.” I thought to myself. I told what had happened to my husband and his sister, who also couldn’t understand. Anyway, we all got in for free. We saw the show that day. Maybe my prayers were heard by God or maybe it was a special Christmas gift. I felt touched and grateful to the stranger. He was my angel and helped me realize the dream that had lived in my heart for many years.
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