盐城市高二英语2024-2025学年度第二学期四校联考5月试题（含听力原文）
（满分：150 分 考试时间：120分钟）
本试卷由四部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题；第三部分的第二小节和第四部分为非选择题。
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。
1. What will the woman do today
A. Visit a friend. B. Attend a lecture. C. Help her friend.
(Text 1)
M: Barbara, aren’t you supposed to go to Dr. Smith’s lecture today
W: Oh, I’ve asked one of my friends to take notes for me. So I’m able to help Linda do an experiment.
2. Where is the woman's cell phone
A. In her bag. B. In the dining hall. C. In the classroom.
(Text 2)
W: I can’t go to the dining hall now. I’ll have to go back to the classroom. I left my cell phone on my desk.
M: But I remember having put it into your bag.
W: Really Ah yes, you’re right.
3. What does the man find difficult
A. Understanding the instructions.
B. Putting together the folding table.
C. Fixing a train.
(Text3)
M: The instructions on the package say that you need to put the folding table together yourself. I’ve spent all afternoon trying in vain to do it.
W: I know what you mean. Last time I tried to put together a toy train for my son, I almost gave up.
4. When does the woman need the book
A. On April 1st. B. On April 2nd. C. On April 3rd.
(Text 4)
M: Oh, I’m so sorry I forgot to bring along your book.
W: Anyway, I won’t need it until Friday night.
M: I promise I’ll give it to you this Wednesday.
W: Really Wednesday is April Fool’s Day!
5. What does the man mean
A. Most readers don't agree with him.
B. The woman can’t convince him.
C. Few people read his article.
(Text 5)
W: I think your article in the school newspaper is great. Your viewpoints have certainly convinced me.
M: Thanks, but reading through the general responses, you and I are obviously in the minority.
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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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. Where did the woman stay at night during the holiday
A. In a tent. B. In a hotel. C. In a farmhouse.
7. What does the woman think of the people there
A. They were interesting. B. They were friendly. C. They were honest.
(Text 6)
M: Good morning, Sue! How is your holiday Did you enjoy it
W: Yes, I had a great time. I went to Inner Mongolia with some of my friends. We went mountain climbing near Baotou, and we stayed in a tent at night and cooked meals over an open fire.
M: Sounds cool! Did you like the people there
W: Yes, they were nice. We met some farmers and they invited us to have tea in their house.
M: What an interesting experience!
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Pocket money. B. Part-time jobs. C. The man's parents.
9. How long does the man take care of his neighbor's baby every Friday
A. For two hours. B. For three hours. C. For four hours.
(Text 7)
W: Excuse me. We’re making a survey. Would you like to answer some questions
M: Sure.
W: Well, how much pocket money you get from your parents every month
M: About 50 dollars.
W: Do you get pocket money in other ways
M: Yes. Most of my friends take part-time jobs to get pocket money. So do I. I look after my neighbor’s baby every Friday evening. They pay me 12 dollars an hour. So I can get 48 dollars from them every week.
W: Then, how do you usually spend your pocket money
M: Well, I pay my phone bill every month. And sometimes I have to buy books for my study.
W: What a nice young man! Thank you for talking with us.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What relation is Cindy to Edward
A. His former primary schoolmate.
B. His group member.
C. His teacher.
11. What can Edward do in the theater group
A. Meet famous artists. B. Perform plays and musicals. C. See films.
12. Where are the speakers
A. At school. B. In a play theater. C. Outside a cinema.
(Text 8)
W: Hi Edward! Haven’t seen you for a long time!
M: Cindy! I never imagined meeting you here! It’s been nearly three years since we left St. Matthew’s Primary School, hasn’t it
W: Yeah. Time flies. How is your middle school life
M: It’s great! I’m in Stowe Middle School and I’m a member of its theater group.
W: Really The theater group is quite popular. It puts on very great plays and musicals.
M: Thanks. We have to practice very hard for every show. But I like it and it’s also great fun to go to the theater frequently and enjoy plays by famous artists.
W: Wow, that’s great! I’m afraid it’s time for the film. Let’s go inside and enjoy the film first.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. When does the woman go to the restaurant
A. In the early morning. B. In the middle of the morning. C. At noon.
14. What does the woman like most about the restaurant
A. The quiet environment. B. The delicious food. C. The jazz music.
15. What does the man say about his favorite restaurant
A. It's newly opened and clean.
B. He thinks highly of the food.
C. A film actor eats there sometimes.
16. What does the man have for lunch
A. Pancakes. B. Fish pie. C. Sausages.
(Text 9)
M: Lily, where do you like to eat
W: Well, my favorite restaurant is The Knife and Talk. It’s very near the city center. At lunch it’s full of office workers, but I like to go before that, in the middle of the morning. I go there and order big breakfast and take one of their newspapers and just relax for an hour or so. Their pancakes are delicious. They don’t have a TV in there, which I love most. They just have some jazz music, very quiet, nothing too loud. What’s your favorite restaurant
M: Well, it’s just a very simple restaurant. There are only about six tables in there. A couple of waitresses wear ugly pink uniforms. But the food is great, very tasty, and cheap too, which is important, of course. There are some truck drivers sitting at the counter drinking coffee and eating sausages every morning. I always have pancakes in the morning and their fish pie for lunch. That restaurant has been open for many years. They say the actor James Dean eats there sometimes, but I don’t think that’s true.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What’s “What to Do Today”
A. A radio program. B. A social organization. C. A school team.
18. What's the main purpose of the tree-planting activity
A. To help poor blind children.
B. To gain tree-planting experience.
C. To raise money for a computer company.
19. How many trees do students and their parents want to plant today
A. 30. B. 750. C. 1,500.
20. What should volunteers bring for the activity
A. Hats. B. Thick gloves. C. Basic tools.
(Text 10)
W: Good morning, everyone. This is Helen Green with What to Do Today on the air. It’s quite a warm and sunny Saturday. Now, if you’ve got nothing to do today, why not go to East Mountain in the city and get digging That’s the message from Sussex Middle School. It is organizing a tree-planting activity in East Mountain.
Sussex Middle School is a member of the organization of Helping Blind Children. It is raising money for poor blind children in Asia by planting trees. A famous computer company agrees to give $30 for each tree to be planted in the city. Sussex Middle School is planning to plant 1,500 trees this weekend. Students and their parents are hoping to plant a half today. They are looking for volunteers to come along and help. Tree-planting experience is not necessary as there will be experts to give directions. Thick gloves will be provided to protect your hands when you are doing the digging. There’re also hats provided. And please do bring basic tools with you to dig holes and water trees. Everyone is welcome to come along anytime from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this weekend. So it could be really a nice day out for all the families.
This is What to Do Today. Thanks for your listening. Enjoy your day.
听力答案：1-5 CABCA 6-10 ABACA 11-15 BCBAB 16-20 BAABC
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分)
第一节 阅读理解(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
Tropical(热带的) Escape on Coral Island: Relaxation & Adventure Package
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Coral Island in the tropical ocean is a heaven. Its clear waters host colorful coral reefs and diverse sea life. Sandy beaches, lined with palm trees, are perfect for relaxation. The rainforest, covering 60% of the island, shelters the unique Coral Island Finch. Away from city noise, it has a laid-back feeling. There are activities for all ages, like snorkeling(浮潜) and forest hikes. On land, join guided rainforest hikes or village tours.
What to Do
On the first day, we’ll meet you at the airport and take you to your accommodation. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner. The next day, choose between snorkeling and a forest hike in the morning, and relax or play beach volleyball in the afternoon. Three-day guests check out after a last swim on the third day. Five-day guests can take a village tour and try windsurfing. From day 4 to 5, five-day guests can keep exploring.
Accommodation Choices
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Inland Cabin $ 600 $ 900
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21. What makes Coral Island unique according to the text
A. High-rise hotels and shopping malls
B. Busy nightlife and crowded beaches
C. Snow-covered mountains and skiing facilities
D. Colorful coral reefs and the Coral Island Finch
22. What activity is exclusively available to 5-day guests
A. Guided rainforest hikes B. Snorkeling on the first day
C. A village tour and windsurfing D. Beach volleyball every afternoon
23. A family of two adults and one child (age 10) books a 3-day stay in an Inland Cabin. What is the total cost after the child discount
A.$1,200. B.$1,500. C.$1,800. D.$2,100.
21. 解析 ：原文明确提到珊瑚岛的两大特色是清澈海水中的珊瑚礁（colorful coral reefs）和岛上特有的珊瑚岛雀（Coral Island Finch）,故选D项
22. 解析 ：5天套餐的游客在第3天后可参加村庄游览（village tour）和风帆冲浪（windsurfing），而3天套餐无此活动,故选C项
23. 解析 ：成人费用：2人 × 600=600=1,200。儿童费用（半价）：600×0.5 , 故选B项
B
A woman with cerebral palsy (脑瘫) finished the most difficult climb of her life in the Rocky Mountains with the help of a nonprofit organization called No Barriers.
Melissa Simpson, 31, has faced physical challenges in her entire life as she was born with cerebral palsy, weighing less than 2 pounds. She spent her first two months of life on a breathing machine and has always used a wheelchair. Her disability made her an easy target. “People would laugh and make fun of me,” she explained.
From her window, she could see some of the tallest peaks (山峰) in Colorado. Climbing them was her dream, but it was always just out of reach —until recently, thanks to the help from No Barriers.
The organization, which empowers people with physical and mental difficulties to achieve their goals, recently organized a hike in the Rocky Mountains for about 400 people of all abilities. Simpson used a specially designed chair with hand levers (手杆) to power the wheels forward alongside a volunteer team pulling her with ropes. “I don’t let my disabilities stop me. Sometimes I might be like, ‘Oh man, I can’t get through this.’ But I’ve got to change that attitude,” Simpson said.
Simpson’s journey to reaching the peaks outside her window began when she disobeyed a teacher who once told her she “wouldn’t get anywhere in this world” by graduating college with an associate’s degree in 2017. Reaching the peak with No Barriers was an emotional moment for Simpson, who broke down in tears as volunteers carried her to a perch on a rock.
“I don’t think of my disability, and I don’t particularly mind whether to be defined as a disabled person. I can do things, but I do them differently,” Simpson said.
24．What can we learn about Simpson
A．She has an inborn disability.
B．People around her treated her well.
C．Climbing was not difficult at all for her.
D．The way she climbed the mountain was nothing special.
25．What does the underlined word “empowers” mean in paragraph 4
A．orders. B．enables. C．forbids. D．begs.
26．According to the passage, Simpson is disabled but ________.
A．helpful B．generous C．caring D．strong-willed
27．What can be inferred from this text
A．Every coin has two sides B．It’s never too late to learn
C．Actions speak louder than words D．Nothing is impossible for a willing heart
24．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Melissa Simpson, 31, has faced physical challenges in her entire life as she was born with cerebral palsy, weighing less than 2 pounds. She spent her first two months of life on a breathing machine and has always used a wheelchair.”（31岁的梅丽莎·辛普森出生时患有脑瘫，体重不到2磅，一生都面临着身体上的挑战。她出生后的前两个月都是靠呼吸机度过的，一直都要坐轮椅。）可知，关于辛普森，我们能知道她有天生的残疾。故选A项。
25．词句猜测题。根据第三段中“Climbing them was her dream, but it was always just out of reach —until recently, thanks to the help from No Barriers.”（攀登这些山峰是她的梦想，但一直遥不可及——直到最近，多亏了“无障碍”组织的帮助。）以及划线单词句中的“…people with physical and mental difficulties to achieve their goals”（……身体和精神上有困难的人实现他们的目标）故可猜测，划线单词empowers为“使能够”的意思。结合选项B项enables“使能够”意思一致。故选B项。
26．推理判断题。根据第三段中“Climbing them was her dream, but it was always just out of reach —until recently, thanks to the help from No Barriers.”（攀登这些山峰是她的梦想，但一直遥不可及——直到最近，多亏了“无障碍”组织的帮助。）以及第四段中““I don’t let my disabilities stop me. Sometimes I might be like, ‘Oh man, I can’t get through this. ‘But I’ve got to change that attitude,” Simpson said.”（“我不会让我的残疾阻碍我。有时候我可能会说，‘哦，天哪，我熬不过去了。’但我必须改变这种态度。”）可知，根据文章，辛普森有残疾，但意志坚强。故选D项。
27．推理判断题。根据文章大意以及第一段“A woman with cerebral palsy finished the most difficult climb of her life in the Rocky Mountains with the help of a nonprofit organization called No Barriers.”（一位患有脑瘫的妇女在一个名为“无障碍”的非营利组织的帮助下完成了她一生中最困难的攀登。）和最后一段““I don’t think of my disability, and I don’t particularly mind whether to be defined as a disabled person. I can do things, but I do them differently,” Simpson said.”（“我不认为我残疾了，我并不特别介意是否被定义为一个残疾人。我可以做一些事情，但我的方式不同，”辛普森说。）可知，辛普森有残疾，但意志坚强，决心实现目标，从这篇文章中可以推断出心之所愿，无事不成。故选D项。
C
“If your skin is getting older, you are getting older, so be careful,” says Claudia Cavadas at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Could our fight to remove wrinkles help restore youth both inside and out
As skin ages, more and more cells enter a lifeless state called senescence(衰老). As time marches on, the mechanisms(机制)for clearing senescent cells out start to decline and they build up in tissues. This is bad news. The build-up of these cells has been shown to be a direct cause of some of the conditions that are generally more common in older age.
To support her assumption around wrinkles driving whole-body ageing, Cavadas is planning to test experimental drugs on animal models of aged skin. “The evidence is still fragile. but, in a year, we will have experimental data,” she says.
Whether resisting skin ageing resists whole-body ageing will need to be seen. But there is another good reason to slow down skin ageing at least. Aged skin is worse than young skin at pretty much everything it is supposed to do, says a plastic surgeon. Its barrier functions weaken, wounds are slower to heal(康复), sensitivity to touch declines and its ability to defend diseases is weakened.
How about anti-wrinkle creams At present, there is limited evidence that they are genuine anti-ageing treatments. We do, however, have one method for preventing skin ageing: sunscreen, which absorbs UV rays before they do damage to the skin. It is never too soon to start. Even though the first visible signs of skin ageing usually don't appear until our mid-20s, the potential processes are under way much earlier.
Apparently, wrinkle treatment should no longer be seen as a “skin-deep” thing, but as a vital part of staying biologically young and healthy. Everyone should pay attention to that, because we all have skin in this game.
28. What happens to senescent cells as skin ages
A. They migrate to other organs to avoid damage.
B. They transform into healthy cells automatically.
C. They are efficiently removed by strengthened mechanisms.
D. They gradually store in tissues due to declining clearance mechanisms.
29. What does the underlined word “fragile” in paragraph 3 mean
A. artificial. B. inadequate. C. considerable. D. convincing.
30. According to the text, what is the only proven method to prevent skin ageing
A. Plastic surgery B. Anti-wrinkle creams
C. Sunscreen that blocks UV rays D. Experimental drugs on animal models
31. Why does the author suggest wrinkle treatment is more than just "skin-deep"
A. Because it improves social status.
B. Because it guarantees immortality.
C. Because it replaces the need for exercise.
D. Because it may influence whole-body biological youth and health.
28. 解析：原文第二段明确提到，随着年龄增长，清除衰老细胞的机制衰退（mechanisms for clearing senescent cells decline），导致它们在组织中积累（build up in tissues）,故选D项
29. 解析：第三段中Cavadas提到“The evidence is still fragile”（证据仍很脆弱），后文补充“一年后将有实验数据”，说明当前证据不足,故选B项
30. 解析：文中指出防晒霜（sunscreen）是目前唯一被证实的抗皮肤衰老方法（one method for preventing skin ageing），而实验药物证据有限，抗皱霜和整形手术未被列为预防手段,故选C项
31. 解析：文章结尾强调，抗皱治疗应被视为保持生物年轻和健康的重要部分（a vital part of staying biologically young and healthy），而非仅表面问题,故选D项
D
Finland has topped the World Happiness Report for the past eight years, an advantage largely due to the Nordic welfare state, trust in the government, and public policies like free education and universal health care.
But the Finns also find contentment in more attainable ways, such as their close relationship with nature (74 percent of the country is covered by forest) and visiting the sauna daily (there are 3 million saunas for a population of 5.5 million).
Visit Finland, the country's tourism agency, uses the happiness ranking to attract travelers. Last June, it hosted its second "Find Your Inner Finn" master class, awarding winners chosen from a social media challenge a free trip to Helsinki to learn from five locals known as "happiness hackers."
I didn't enter the contest, but I liked the idea. So I sought out some advice from the happiness hackers, and planned a trip to Helsinki last June to put it all to the test.
The hackers armed me with various solutions, both for the trip and to use on my return to the United States. And several told me to visit the saunas. These activities each contained similar goals: Stay present and strive for a minimalist lifestyle that relies on the earth.
As it turns out, happiness is a luxury in America - a privilege, even. I was upset to find that most sauna passes in New York cost upward of $60.
As a freelance journalist, I could not afford to steam like the Finns. But I eventually found a place in Brooklyn that offered a reasonable deal and on Friday evenings began visiting its backyard barrel sauna, soaking tub and one-person cold plunge.
Because I was not about to search for my own food like the Finns, I tried the next best thing: shopping at the farmers' market. I also purchased a pot containing roses and plants with the intention of becoming a gardener.
My kitchen does not get much sunlight, so every morning I carried my little garden to the roof. Some nights I went out drinking and forgot about it. Summer storms soaked the soil. Everything eventually died, and someone threw out the pot.
Soon, even the sauna no longer lifted my spirits. I was sitting at the beach one afternoon, wondering why nature was not making me feel better, when the answer hit me: I was trying too hard to live exactly like the Finns.
I'd been so trying to find the time and money for the happiness hacks that I'd missed the point of what all the hackers were saying: Quiet the mind, and find pleasure in small acts and observations - like a bird taking flight, or talking to trees.
"Simple things," Ms. Pajunen had said. "This is at the core of what Finns have to offer the rest of the world."
32.What is the main reason for Finland's consistent top ranking in the World Happiness Report
A. High GDP per capita B. Low population density
C. Advanced technology industry D. Nordic welfare state and public policies
33.According to the article, what activity do Finns frequently engage in to find happiness
A. Daily sauna visits B. Skiing competitions
C. Attending music festivals D. Shopping at luxury malls
34. Why did the author initially fail to achieve happiness through Finnish methods in New York
A. Unfriendly locals B. Bad weather conditions
C. Lack of saunas in the city D. High cost and forced imitation
35. What core philosophy did the "happiness hackers" emphasize
A. Strict daily routines B. Traveling extensively
C. Appreciating small joys D. Pursuing wealth and fame
32. 文章第一段明确提到芬兰的幸福指数优势源于北欧福利国家制度、对政府的信任以及免费教育等公共政策,故选D项
33. 第二段指出芬兰人通过日常桑拿（3百万人桑拿，对应550万人口）等简单方式获得满足感，其他选项未体现芬兰特色,故选A项
34. 作者在纽约因桑拿费用高昂（60美元以上）和经济压力无法持续（第六段），且后来意识到机械模仿芬兰生活方式是问题关键（倒数第二段）,故选D项
35. 全文结尾强调芬兰幸福的核心是"简单事物"（如观察小鸟、与树木对话），对应"极简主义"和"小确幸"（最后两段）。其他选项与文中倡导的理念相悖,故选C项
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。
Exam taking is a tiring process. 36 Sometimes you have to pay much attention to the books and try to put everything into your brain. Other times, though, you just don’t know what to do with the loads of lessons to study about. Here are some tips on better preparing for a test.
Motivate
First you should motivate yourself. 37 Give yourself some positive goals, like setting the mood (情绪) for it. After all, if you are not emotionally prepared, you wouldn’t expect yourself to be mentally and physically prepared for the test as well.
Memorize
38 . Doing this can be useful especially if you have lots of concepts to remember. Every day make it a point to memorize at least ten terms or ideas. As the days succeed, add ten concepts for every item you have mastered.
Take Notes
If you have the materials, try to summarize them by listing down what you know in key points.
39 . Reread your notes and try to recall how they were discussed by your professor. Look for a review partner because studying by yourself might eventually result in laziness.
Remember that reviewing allows you to recount the lessons and process them more systematically. Give yourself enough time in studying, and beat the nervousness. 40
A. Reviewing is useless if your heart is not into it.
B. It will help you find test taking techniques.
C. Preparing for it is even more challenging.
D. After motivating yourself, check how reliable your memory is.
E. You might find it more comfortable studying in the library than at your own home.
F. When you know you have studied well, you wouldn't have to worry about taking the test.
G. It not only tests your skill in memory recall, but also judges how well you have been studying.
36. C
37. A
38. D
39. 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）
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。
Residents of a Wiltshire town have created a vertical living garden to fight pollution. The wall of plants has been 41 to the side of a shop in Bridge Yard in the center of Bradford-on-Avon.
Stephanie Edwards 42 the idea and brought it to the town council to put into 43 . “As a matter of fact, the plants have 44 with them insects, and we’ve had a couple of birds sitting up there so it’s 45 for sure and we must not forget the 46 of health and wellbeing,” she said.
The wall had been in the 47 since 2019 and took about five days to construct. The wall is 48 seasonal plants, low energy LED lighting, birdhouses and bug hotels.
Alex Kay said the living wall had a number of beneficial 49 . “I don’t think that anyone will guarantee that this will solve our air quality situation, but it will 50 it,” she said. “It’s not just the traffic and the 51 quality, but this is about wellbeing. This is good for the 52 .”
James Sullivan-Tail , who owns the nearby Swan Hotel, said he was really 53 with the wall. “I think it’s 54 a cleaner town, a nicer town, but also something 55 that is going to attract visitors as well,” he added.
41. A. attached B. evolved C. limited D. pulled
42. A. explained B. formed C. tested D. predicted
43. A. action B. trouble C. obstacle D. production
44. A. filled B. shared C. brought D. kept
45. A. changing B. growing C. marketing D. working
46. A. benefits B. causes C. downsides D. results
47. A. awaiting B. painting C. planning D. destroying
48. A. connected to B. broken up into C. made up of D. mixed with
49. A. aspects B. profits C. sectors D. examples
50. A. make B. help C. conquer D. find
51. A. life B. soil C. water D. air
52. A. communication B. business C. geology D. agriculture
53. A. familiar B. careful C. patient D. pleased
54. A. cultivating B. creating C. describing D. altering
55. A. abnormal B. casual C. unique D. common
41. A 42. B 43. A44. C45. D 46. A47. C48. C 49. A50. B51. D 52. B 53. D54. B55. C
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面句子，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Whenever she saw me drawing, my mother would tell me to stop. “You’ll be nothing but a poor artist,” she’d say. Living a poor ___56___ tough life, she wanted me to get a “real job”. But I was ___57___ (ambition) to be a real artist and kept practicing.
At the age of fifteen, I ___58___ (select) to paint a mural in the courtyard. The instructor was Arlan Huan, ___59___ real, devoted artist. Most importantly, he was the first artist who believed in me.
Arlan brought us to his studio in SoHo, ___60___(teach) us about visual storytelling, how to use symbolism and express a feeling, despite complicated concepts. He praised my painting and encouraged me to move on. Eventually I earned a ___61___ (scholar) to the School of Visual Arts. ___62___, that didn’t delight her. Even after I got my degree, she couldn’t see the value, and ___63___ (beg) me to apply for a job at the post office.
It was Arlan ___64___ attended my graduation and congratulated me. To my credit, the US Postal Service selected me to paint a series of stamps for the lunar New Year. _____65_____ Arlan’s guidance. I couldn’t have made it.
56. and；57. ambitious；58. was selected；59. a；60. teaching；61. scholarship；62. However；63. begged；64. who/that；65. Without 。
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, 本周六你班将组织一次乡村旅游活动。请你就此事给外教Mr. Smith写一封邮件, 内容包括：
1. 发出邀请；2. 活动内容；3. 期待回复。
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 Mr. Smith,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
参考范文：
Dear Mr. Smith,
A trip to the countryside is scheduled for this Saturday, and I'm writing to invite you to join us in.
We'll gather at the school gate at 8 am. Ten minutes later we'll leave for our destination by bus. It'll be a thirty- minute ride. Upon arrival, we'll first visit a farm, where we can feed chickens and pick strawberries, which is followed by going fishing near the farm. At noon, we'll have a picnic lunch by the river. The returning will be at 3 pm.
Would you like to go with us Looking forward to your reply!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
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。
Sista raced ahead, the sea breeze streaming against her face. Rafi finally caught up and then they rested in the shade.
I’m hungry. I know where there’s a great apple tree.” Sista said, “It belongs to an old lady called Susan who lives in the little house by the hill. I heard she’s stubborn, but that sometimes she gives fruit in return for an errand(跑腿).”
“Let’s go,” Rafi said. They crossed a stream by hopping from rock to rock. Finally, upon a hill top, they saw a splendid apple tree with bright red fruits.
A small farmhouse stood at the bottom of the hill. Rafi’s heart pounded as Sista knocked on the door. An elderly woman answered.
“Yes ” the lady asked, staring at the girls.
“We heard ...“said Sista, her voice shaky, “that we could run an errand for you in exchange for apples.”
Susan raised one eyebrow. “Ah, yes.” She clicked her tongue. “Nothing is free, eh ”
She led the girls into the kitchen. When passing the living room, Sista found that the wall was decorated with colourful crayon drawings, which seem to be children’s. She wondered who drew these since Susan was alone, with no grandchildren, even no families or relatives. The lady grabbed two baskets, one large and one small, and pushed them into the girl’s hands. “Go fill these with e right back.”
The girls raced up the hill to the tree, climbed the branches, and picked the ripest apples. After filling the baskets, they returned to the house.
Susan filled a bag with rice and dried beans, and then she handed it to Sista. “Take this bag and the large basket of apples to the Gomez family. Do you know them ”
The girls nodded. Sista had heard that Mr. Gomez has been sick in bed for a long time and Mrs. Gomez has to raise three little kids.
“Good. And ask them for the payment," Susan added with a tight smile.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The girls hit the road.___________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
When Susan opened the envelope, the girls saw the payment! ___________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
参考范文：
The girls hit the road. All the way, they wrestled with the bag and the large basket of apples. “What a heavy basket!” they complained. Finally, they arrived at the Gomez home, sweating like a pig. Mrs. Gomez answered the door. The girls held up the food and said, “This is from Susan.” Mrs. Gomez replied, “Thank you.” Rafi looked down. “She said to ask you for the payment, too.” Mrs. Gomez handed Sista a large sealed envelope stuffed very full. Back at the farmhouse, the girls immediately handed Susan the envelope.
When Susan opened the envelope, the girls saw the payment. “Beautiful!” She began pinning the payment-crayon drawings to the wall. Rafi and Sista broke out in smiles, now knowing that what Susan had done was actually not a deal but a favor for the family. After Susan finished, she joined the girls again. “And here’s your payment,” she said, handing the small basket of apples to the girls. As they walked home, Rafi and Sista enjoyed their treat. The juice was as sweet and warm as the feeling they had inside.盐城市高二英语2024-2025学年度第二学期四校联考5月试题
（满分：150 分 考试时间：120分钟）
本试卷由四部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题；第三部分的第二小节和第四部分为非选择题。
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。
1. What will the woman do today
A. Visit a friend. B. Attend a lecture. C. Help her friend.
2. Where is the woman's cell phone
A. In her bag. B. In the dining hall. C. In the classroom.
3. What does the man find difficult
A. Understanding the instructions.
B. Putting together the folding table.
C. Fixing a train.
4. When does the woman need the book
A. On April 1st. B. On April 2nd. C. On April 3rd.
5. What does the man mean
A. Most readers don't agree with him.
B. The woman can’t convince him.
C. Few people read his article.
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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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. Where did the woman stay at night during the holiday
A. In a tent. B. In a hotel. C. In a farmhouse.
7. What does the woman think of the people there
A. They were interesting. B. They were friendly. C. They were honest.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Pocket money. B. Part-time jobs. C. The man's parents.
9. How long does the man take care of his neighbor's baby every Friday
A. For two hours. B. For three hours. C. For four hours.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What relation is Cindy to Edward
A. His former primary schoolmate.
B. His group member.
C. His teacher.
11. What can Edward do in the theater group
A. Meet famous artists. B. Perform plays and musicals. C. See films.
12. Where are the speakers
A. At school. B. In a play theater. C. Outside a cinema.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. When does the woman go to the restaurant
A. In the early morning. B. In the middle of the morning. C. At noon.
14. What does the woman like most about the restaurant
A. The quiet environment. B. The delicious food. C. The jazz music.
15. What does the man say about his favorite restaurant
A. It's newly opened and clean.
B. He thinks highly of the food.
C. A film actor eats there sometimes.
16. What does the man have for lunch
A. Pancakes. B. Fish pie. C. Sausages.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What’s “What to Do Today”
A. A radio program. B. A social organization. C. A school team.
18. What's the main purpose of the tree-planting activity
A. To help poor blind children.
B. To gain tree-planting experience.
C. To raise money for a computer company.
19. How many trees do students and their parents want to plant today
A. 30. B. 750. C. 1,500.
20. What should volunteers bring for the activity
A. Hats. B. Thick gloves. C. Basic tools.
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分)
第一节 阅读理解(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
Tropical(热带的) Escape on Coral Island: Relaxation & Adventure Package
Why Coral Island
Coral Island in the tropical ocean is a heaven. Its clear waters host colorful coral reefs and diverse sea life. Sandy beaches, lined with palm trees, are perfect for relaxation. The rainforest, covering 60% of the island, shelters the unique Coral Island Finch. Away from city noise, it has a laid-back feeling. There are activities for all ages, like snorkeling(浮潜) and forest hikes. On land, join guided rainforest hikes or village tours.
What to Do
On the first day, we’ll meet you at the airport and take you to your accommodation. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner. The next day, choose between snorkeling and a forest hike in the morning, and relax or play beach volleyball in the afternoon. Three-day guests check out after a last swim on the third day. Five-day guests can take a village tour and try windsurfing. From day 4 to 5, five-day guests can keep exploring.
Accommodation Choices
We offer options for every budget. Beachfront Bungalows are on the beach, with air-conditioners, private baths, and ocean-view balconies. Inland Cabins, surrounded by nature, are budget-friendly with nearby shared bathrooms. The individual price is as follows.
Accommodation Type 3-day 5-day
Beachfront Bungalow $1,200 $ 1,800
Inland Cabin $ 600 $ 900
(*A 50% discount is available for those under 18 years old.)
The prices include your place to stay, three meals a day, and most activities. But some specialized water sports might cost extra.
If this tropical escape on Coral Island has captured your heart, don’t hesitate!
Click here to register and initiate an unforgettable adventure.
21. What makes Coral Island unique according to the text
A. High-rise hotels and shopping malls
B. Busy nightlife and crowded beaches
C. Snow-covered mountains and skiing facilities
D. Colorful coral reefs and the Coral Island Finch
22. What activity is exclusively available to 5-day guests
A. Guided rainforest hikes B. Snorkeling on the first day
C. A village tour and windsurfing D. Beach volleyball every afternoon
23. A family of two adults and one child (age 10) books a 3-day stay in an Inland Cabin. What is the total cost after the child discount
A.$1,200. B.$1,500. C.$1,800. D.$2,100.
B
A woman with cerebral palsy (脑瘫) finished the most difficult climb of her life in the Rocky Mountains with the help of a nonprofit organization called No Barriers.
Melissa Simpson, 31, has faced physical challenges in her entire life as she was born with cerebral palsy, weighing less than 2 pounds. She spent her first two months of life on a breathing machine and has always used a wheelchair. Her disability made her an easy target. “People would laugh and make fun of me,” she explained.
From her window, she could see some of the tallest peaks (山峰) in Colorado. Climbing them was her dream, but it was always just out of reach —until recently, thanks to the help from No Barriers.
The organization, which empowers people with physical and mental difficulties to achieve their goals, recently organized a hike in the Rocky Mountains for about 400 people of all abilities. Simpson used a specially designed chair with hand levers (手杆) to power the wheels forward alongside a volunteer team pulling her with ropes. “I don’t let my disabilities stop me. Sometimes I might be like, ‘Oh man, I can’t get through this.’ But I’ve got to change that attitude,” Simpson said.
Simpson’s journey to reaching the peaks outside her window began when she disobeyed a teacher who once told her she “wouldn’t get anywhere in this world” by graduating college with an associate’s degree in 2017. Reaching the peak with No Barriers was an emotional moment for Simpson, who broke down in tears as volunteers carried her to a perch on a rock.
“I don’t think of my disability, and I don’t particularly mind whether to be defined as a disabled person. I can do things, but I do them differently,” Simpson said.
24．What can we learn about Simpson
A．She has an inborn disability.
B．People around her treated her well.
C．Climbing was not difficult at all for her.
D．The way she climbed the mountain was nothing special.
25．What does the underlined word “empowers” mean in paragraph 4
A．orders. B．enables. C．forbids. D．begs.
26．According to the passage, Simpson is disabled but ________.
A．helpful B．generous C．caring D．strong-willed
27．What can be inferred from this text
A．Every coin has two sides B．It’s never too late to learn
C．Actions speak louder than words D．Nothing is impossible for a willing heart
C
“If your skin is getting older, you are getting older, so be careful,” says Claudia Cavadas at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Could our fight to remove wrinkles help restore youth both inside and out
As skin ages, more and more cells enter a lifeless state called senescence(衰老). As time marches on, the mechanisms(机制)for clearing senescent cells out start to decline and they build up in tissues. This is bad news. The build-up of these cells has been shown to be a direct cause of some of the conditions that are generally more common in older age.
To support her assumption around wrinkles driving whole-body ageing, Cavadas is planning to test experimental drugs on animal models of aged skin. “The evidence is still fragile. but, in a year, we will have experimental data,” she says.
Whether resisting skin ageing resists whole-body ageing will need to be seen. But there is another good reason to slow down skin ageing at least. Aged skin is worse than young skin at pretty much everything it is supposed to do, says a plastic surgeon. Its barrier functions weaken, wounds are slower to heal(康复), sensitivity to touch declines and its ability to defend diseases is weakened.
How about anti-wrinkle creams At present, there is limited evidence that they are genuine anti-ageing treatments. We do, however, have one method for preventing skin ageing: sunscreen, which absorbs UV rays before they do damage to the skin. It is never too soon to start. Even though the first visible signs of skin ageing usually don't appear until our mid-20s, the potential processes are under way much earlier.
Apparently, wrinkle treatment should no longer be seen as a “skin-deep” thing, but as a vital part of staying biologically young and healthy. Everyone should pay attention to that, because we all have skin in this game.
28. What happens to senescent cells as skin ages
A. They migrate to other organs to avoid damage.
B. They transform into healthy cells automatically.
C. They are efficiently removed by strengthened mechanisms.
D. They gradually store in tissues due to declining clearance mechanisms.
29. What does the underlined word “fragile” in paragraph 3 mean
A. artificial. B. inadequate. C. considerable. D. convincing.
30. According to the text, what is the only proven method to prevent skin ageing
A. Plastic surgery B. Anti-wrinkle creams
C. Sunscreen that blocks UV rays D. Experimental drugs on animal models
31. Why does the author suggest wrinkle treatment is more than just "skin-deep"
A. Because it improves social status.
B. Because it guarantees immortality.
C. Because it replaces the need for exercise.
D. Because it may influence whole-body biological youth and health.
D
Finland has topped the World Happiness Report for the past eight years, an advantage largely due to the Nordic welfare state, trust in the government, and public policies like free education and universal health care.
But the Finns also find contentment in more attainable ways, such as their close relationship with nature (74 percent of the country is covered by forest) and visiting the sauna daily (there are 3 million saunas for a population of 5.5 million).
Visit Finland, the country's tourism agency, uses the happiness ranking to attract travelers. Last June, it hosted its second "Find Your Inner Finn" master class, awarding winners chosen from a social media challenge a free trip to Helsinki to learn from five locals known as "happiness hackers."
I didn't enter the contest, but I liked the idea. So I sought out some advice from the happiness hackers, and planned a trip to Helsinki last June to put it all to the test.
The hackers armed me with various solutions, both for the trip and to use on my return to the United States. And several told me to visit the saunas. These activities each contained similar goals: Stay present and strive for a minimalist lifestyle that relies on the earth.
As it turns out, happiness is a luxury in America - a privilege, even. I was upset to find that most sauna passes in New York cost upward of $60.
As a freelance journalist, I could not afford to steam like the Finns. But I eventually found a place in Brooklyn that offered a reasonable deal and on Friday evenings began visiting its backyard barrel sauna, soaking tub and one-person cold plunge.
Because I was not about to search for my own food like the Finns, I tried the next best thing: shopping at the farmers' market. I also purchased a pot containing roses and plants with the intention of becoming a gardener.
My kitchen does not get much sunlight, so every morning I carried my little garden to the roof. Some nights I went out drinking and forgot about it. Summer storms soaked the soil. Everything eventually died, and someone threw out the pot.
Soon, even the sauna no longer lifted my spirits. I was sitting at the beach one afternoon, wondering why nature was not making me feel better, when the answer hit me: I was trying too hard to live exactly like the Finns.
I'd been so trying to find the time and money for the happiness hacks that I'd missed the point of what all the hackers were saying: Quiet the mind, and find pleasure in small acts and observations - like a bird taking flight, or talking to trees.
"Simple things," Ms. Pajunen had said. "This is at the core of what Finns have to offer the rest of the world."
32.What is the main reason for Finland's consistent top ranking in the World Happiness Report
A. High GDP per capita B. Low population density
C. Advanced technology industry D. Nordic welfare state and public policies
33.According to the article, what activity do Finns frequently engage in to find happiness
A. Daily sauna visits B. Skiing competitions
C. Attending music festivals D. Shopping at luxury malls
34. Why did the author initially fail to achieve happiness through Finnish methods in New York
A. Unfriendly locals B. Bad weather conditions
C. Lack of saunas in the city D. High cost and forced imitation
35. What core philosophy did the "happiness hackers" emphasize
A. Strict daily routines B. Traveling extensively
C. Appreciating small joys D. Pursuing wealth and fame
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。
Exam taking is a tiring process. 36 Sometimes you have to pay much attention to the books and try to put everything into your brain. Other times, though, you just don’t know what to do with the loads of lessons to study about. Here are some tips on better preparing for a test.
Motivate
First you should motivate yourself. 37 Give yourself some positive goals, like setting the mood (情绪) for it. After all, if you are not emotionally prepared, you wouldn’t expect yourself to be mentally and physically prepared for the test as well.
Memorize
38 . Doing this can be useful especially if you have lots of concepts to remember. Every day make it a point to memorize at least ten terms or ideas. As the days succeed, add ten concepts for every item you have mastered.
Take Notes
If you have the materials, try to summarize them by listing down what you know in key points.
39 . Reread your notes and try to recall how they were discussed by your professor. Look for a review partner because studying by yourself might eventually result in laziness.
Remember that reviewing allows you to recount the lessons and process them more systematically. Give yourself enough time in studying, and beat the nervousness. 40
A. Reviewing is useless if your heart is not into it.
B. It will help you find test taking techniques.
C. Preparing for it is even more challenging.
D. After motivating yourself, check how reliable your memory is.
E. You might find it more comfortable studying in the library than at your own home.
F. When you know you have studied well, you wouldn't have to worry about taking the test.
G. It not only tests your skill in memory recall, but also judges how well you have been studying.
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。
Residents of a Wiltshire town have created a vertical living garden to fight pollution. The wall of plants has been 41 to the side of a shop in Bridge Yard in the center of Bradford-on-Avon.
Stephanie Edwards 42 the idea and brought it to the town council to put into 43 . “As a matter of fact, the plants have 44 with them insects, and we’ve had a couple of birds sitting up there so it’s 45 for sure and we must not forget the 46 of health and wellbeing,” she said.
The wall had been in the 47 since 2019 and took about five days to construct. The wall is 48 seasonal plants, low energy LED lighting, birdhouses and bug hotels.
Alex Kay said the living wall had a number of beneficial 49 . “I don’t think that anyone will guarantee that this will solve our air quality situation, but it will 50 it,” she said. “It’s not just the traffic and the 51 quality, but this is about wellbeing. This is good for the 52 .”
James Sullivan-Tail , who owns the nearby Swan Hotel, said he was really 53 with the wall. “I think it’s 54 a cleaner town, a nicer town, but also something 55 that is going to attract visitors as well,” he added.
41. A. attached B. evolved C. limited D. pulled
42. A. explained B. formed C. tested D. predicted
43. A. action B. trouble C. obstacle D. production
44. A. filled B. shared C. brought D. kept
45. A. changing B. growing C. marketing D. working
46. A. benefits B. causes C. downsides D. results
47. A. awaiting B. painting C. planning D. destroying
48. A. connected to B. broken up into C. made up of D. mixed with
49. A. aspects B. profits C. sectors D. examples
50. A. make B. help C. conquer D. find
51. A. life B. soil C. water D. air
52. A. communication B. business C. geology D. agriculture
53. A. familiar B. careful C. patient D. pleased
54. A. cultivating B. creating C. describing D. altering
55. A. abnormal B. casual C. unique D. common
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面句子，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Whenever she saw me drawing, my mother would tell me to stop. “You’ll be nothing but a poor artist,” she’d say. Living a poor ___56___ tough life, she wanted me to get a “real job”. But I was ___57___ (ambition) to be a real artist and kept practicing.
At the age of fifteen, I ___58___ (select) to paint a mural in the courtyard. The instructor was Arlan Huan, ___59___ real, devoted artist. Most importantly, he was the first artist who believed in me.
Arlan brought us to his studio in SoHo, ___60___(teach) us about visual storytelling, how to use symbolism and express a feeling, despite complicated concepts. He praised my painting and encouraged me to move on. Eventually I earned a ___61___ (scholar) to the School of Visual Arts. ___62___, that didn’t delight her. Even after I got my degree, she couldn’t see the value, and ___63___ (beg) me to apply for a job at the post office.
It was Arlan ___64___ attended my graduation and congratulated me. To my credit, the US Postal Service selected me to paint a series of stamps for the lunar New Year. _____65_____ Arlan’s guidance. I couldn’t have made it.
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, 本周六你班将组织一次乡村旅游活动。请你就此事给外教Mr. Smith写一封邮件, 内容包括：
1. 发出邀请；2. 活动内容；3. 期待回复。
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 Mr. Smith,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
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。
Sista raced ahead, the sea breeze streaming against her face. Rafi finally caught up and then they rested in the shade.
I’m hungry. I know where there’s a great apple tree.” Sista said, “It belongs to an old lady called Susan who lives in the little house by the hill. I heard she’s stubborn, but that sometimes she gives fruit in return for an errand(跑腿).”
“Let’s go,” Rafi said. They crossed a stream by hopping from rock to rock. Finally, upon a hill top, they saw a splendid apple tree with bright red fruits.
A small farmhouse stood at the bottom of the hill. Rafi’s heart pounded as Sista knocked on the door. An elderly woman answered.
“Yes ” the lady asked, staring at the girls.
“We heard ...“said Sista, her voice shaky, “that we could run an errand for you in exchange for apples.”
Susan raised one eyebrow. “Ah, yes.” She clicked her tongue. “Nothing is free, eh ”
She led the girls into the kitchen. When passing the living room, Sista found that the wall was decorated with colourful crayon drawings, which seem to be children’s. She wondered who drew these since Susan was alone, with no grandchildren, even no families or relatives. The lady grabbed two baskets, one large and one small, and pushed them into the girl’s hands. “Go fill these with e right back.”
The girls raced up the hill to the tree, climbed the branches, and picked the ripest apples. After filling the baskets, they returned to the house.
Susan filled a bag with rice and dried beans, and then she handed it to Sista. “Take this bag and the large basket of apples to the Gomez family. Do you know them ”
The girls nodded. Sista had heard that Mr. Gomez has been sick in bed for a long time and Mrs. Gomez has to raise three little kids.
“Good. And ask them for the payment," Susan added with a tight smile.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The girls hit the road.___________________________________________________________
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When Susan opened the envelope, the girls saw the payment! ___________________________
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