湖北省云学名校联盟2024-2025学年高二下学期期中联考英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

2025年湖北云学名校联盟高二年级期中联考
英语试卷
考试时间：2025年4月18日8:00-10:00
时长：120分钟 试卷满分：150分
注意事项：
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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。
例：How much is the shirt
A.f19.15. B.E9.18. C.f9.15.
答案是C。
1. What did the man forget to do
A. Pass a message to the woman.
B. Call Heather two hours ago.
C. Meet the woman earlier.
2. When was the woman expected to get the permission
A. On June 5. B. On June 19. C. On July 10.
3. Where docs the conversation probably take place
A. At a hotel. B. At an airport. C. At a train station.
4. What is the man
A. A driver. B. A salesperson. C. A mechanic.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Reading habits. B. Fashion magazines C. Online news.
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 woman expert in
A. Food tasting. B. Gardening. C. Nutrition.
7. Where does the woman suggest getting more simple recipes
A. In her book. B. Over the Internet. C. On a show.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is a soccer mom
A. A mom who likes soccer.
B. A mom who plays soccer with her kids.
C. A mom who takes her kids to scheduled events
9. What is the man’s opinion about soccer moms
A. They’re considerate parents.
B. They’re very sporty.
C. They’re good drivers.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What do we know about Santiago
A. It has rich natural resources.
B. It is full of old and new buildings.
C. It is famous for its shopping centers.
11. What is good about restaurants in Santiago
A. Thcy offcr traditional food.
B. Thcy servc all kinds of drinks.
C. Thcy provide rclaxing cnvironmcnt.
12. What will thc spcakcrs do next
A. Go shopping. B. Go to a restaurant. C. Talk about food.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the basic requirement for getting a job
A. You must be on night duty.
B. You must be a full-time student
C. You must have work experience.
14. What can we learn about the woman
A. She is a graduate in Business.
B. She is looking for a full-time job.
C She is busy studying in the evening.
15. Why is the woman unable to work at the Child Care Center
A. She has classes then. B. The distance is too long. C. She can’t get up early enough.
16. Where might the woman choose to work
A. At the Sports Center. B. In the Library. C. In the Computer Lab.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What do Italians value
A. Individual success. B. Family and friends. C. Leisure activities.
18. What does the speaker think of life in the US
A. Stressful. B. Relaxing. C. Colorful.
19. Where do Americans prefer to relax after work
A. At a cafe. B. In the company. C. At home.
20. What do Italians usually do after work
A. They hang with friends. B. They have a big dinner. C. They drink alone
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Power, Speed, and Drama: Formula 1’s 75th Season
Formula 1(F1), an exciting car racing competition, features single-seat cars with open wheels. The “Formula” refers to the rules that govern the sport, including the cars’ design. An F1 race has 10 teams made up of two drivers each, and races take place globally. Drivers compete to win the individual F1 Drivers’ Championship, while teams compete for the F1 Constructors’ Championship.
Several legendary racetracks in the history of F1 are as follows:
◆ Circuit de Monaco: The Monaco Grand Prix (摩纳哥大奖赛) takes place on the narrow track with corners. Drivers race at lower speeds and for a shorter distance compared to typical FI races. Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna has the most wins, with six.
◆ Las Vegas Circuit: Added in 2023, this fast track sees cars hit 215 mph near famous landmarks. Max Verstappen (2023) and George Russell (2024) have won here.
◆ Suzuka Circuit: Japan’s figure-eight track, built for Honda (a famous Japanese car brand) testing, hosts the Japanese Grand Prix. Michael Schumacher leads with six wins.
2025 Season is coming.
The 75th season includes 24 races, starting in Australia on March 14 and ending in Abu Dhabi in December. Drivers to watch include Max Verstappen (Red Bull), a four-time champion, and Lewis Hamilton, who ties the record of seven titles and joins Ferrari in 2025.
1. What is least likely to be the characteristic of F1
A. Heart-stopping. B. Globalized.
C. Slow-paced. D. Competitive.
2. What can we infer about the legendary racetracks
A. Circuit de Monaco is quite challenging.
B. Michael Schumacher holds the most wins.
C. The Las Vegas Circuit exists for a long time.
D. The Suzuka Circuit meets the masses’ demands.
3. In which column would this article appear in a magazine
A. Tech Innovations. B. Historical Events.
C. Travel Destinations. D. Global Sports Spotlight.
B
My husband, Bill, and I drove slowly down a road that Sunday afternoon ten years ago. With no destination in mind, we were exploring the countryside around our recently rented apartment in Allen, Texas. Neither of us had ever been in this neck of the woods. Yet somehow that day we had both felt gently drawn.
“It’s beautiful here,” I said to Bill, pointing out the wildflowers. The road turned suddenly, revealing a charming downtown. We drove a bit farther and saw a subdivision (建房土地) under construction in the suburbs of the town. We didn’t intend to buy a new home but surprisingly, we parked and took a tour of the unfinished houses.
“I don’t know about you,” Bill said, “but there’s something about this place that calls to me.” I felt it too. As if we belonged there. Numerous times in our marriage, Bill and I have acted on faith, even when we didn’t immediately understand where we were being led or why. By nightfall, we signed a contract for a house. Three months later, we moved in.
My aunt called one day, “You moved to Anna! What a small world it is! Didn’t you know that your great-great-grandmother, Rebecca, moved to Anna at the end of the 1800s ” Bill was as astonished as I was.
Three years later a historical marker was placed near our home, noting that the land was the original homestead (宅地) of Collin McKinney, a pioneer who’d helped draft the Texas Declaration of Independence. We knew of him as my husband’s great-great-great-grandfather, but we had no idea we were living on a piece of land that was once his homestead.
It all made sense now. The Lord led us to move to Anna, the land of our ancestors, so we could feel rooted, connected to our heritage. No wonder we’re so at home here!
4. Why did the author mention their exploration ten years ago
A. To recall their impressive adventure.
B. To show their familiarity with the land.
C. To present the ideal home in their heart.
D. To indicate an invisible force guiding them.
5. What exactly does “the small world” refer to in Paragraph 4
A Owning the same house of their ancestors.
B. Moving to where their ancestors once lived.
C. Sharing similar thoughts with their ancestors.
D. Buying the exact house the author’s aunt loves.
6. What were the couple’s feelings about their magical experience
A. Puzzled and uneasy.
B. Frightened and anxious.
C. Confused and frustrated.
D. Surprised and delighted.
7. What can be the besl title for the passage
A. A Land of Wonder
B. A Mysterious Way Home
C. An Uoforgctable Journey
D. An Adventurc of Secking Truth
C
A13th-century Italian mathematician called Leonardo of Pisa penned one of the world’s most famous sequences of numbers, the Fibonacci sequence. It is a series where each number is the sum of the two numbers before it: 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, etc. When you divide any number above five by the number before it, the result approaches about 1. 618, known as the “golden ratio (黄金比例)”.
Leonardo, also called Fibonacci, included the sequence in the book Liber Abaci, intended for tradesmen to track their finances. In this, he uses an unrealistic cxample of rabbits reproducing to explain the sequence, where one rabbit pair produces a single young each month that mates with another rabbit to produce a single rabbit the following month. Each month, the number of rabbits increases by the same number in the Fibonacci sequence. Leonardo is often credited with discovering the sequence. However, it has been used in the Hindu-Arabic numeral system since at least 200 BCE.
The “golden”quality of the ratio seemingly shows up everywhere, which early scholars saw as the presence of universal order. For example, it has been seen in the spirals (螺旋) of some seashells, or seeds on sunflower heads. Fibonacci numbers determine even proportions (比例) in the human body. Artists have used the famous ratio to produce appealing works of art, such as the Mona Lisa. The golden ratio makes many appearances throughout the songs of some of the great musicians. Mozart used the golden ratio while composing. Lady Gaga’s hit song Perfect ILlusion, bas a dramatic key change at the 1Ith second of the 179-second song, nearly the golden ratio.
While humans love to see patterns, some people in the scientific community suggest there are many examples of nature not following the rule. However, the Fibonacci sequence and golden ratio highlight the interconnectedness of math, science, and creativity. They remind us that patterns — whether in sunflower seeds, or musical rhythms —invite us to uncover the hidden rules shaping our world.
8. What defines the Fibonacci sequence
A. Each number is completely irrelevant.
B. Each number increases by 1. 618 times.
C. Each number is the square of the previous one.
D. Each number is the total of the two previous ones.
9. What was the primary purpose of the Fibonacci sequence in Liber Abaci
A. To explain rabbit reproduction patterns.
B. To prove the existence of the golden ratio.
C. To assist tradesmen in financial record-keeping.
D. To challenge the Hindu-Arabic numeral system.
10. What is the third paragraph mainly about
A. Golden ratio’s origin in nature
B. Golden ratio’s application in life
C. Golden ratio’s presence in the world.
D. Golden ratio’s role in scientific studies.
11. What does the author imply in the last paragraph
A. Rules need to be explored constantly.
B. Patterns need to be created ceaselessly.
C. Connections of arts should be valued greatly.
D. The laws of nature should be followed strictly.
D
In many cultures, saying someone else’s given name is disrespectful, especially if they have higher status than you. Even your parents might never call your name. It’s not that they don’t remember what their friends and relatives are called. Rather, saying names makes them feel anxious, uneasy, or simply awkward.
In 2023, a group of psychologists called this phenomenon “Alexinomia”, and those who feel it most severely might avoid addressing anyone by their name in any case. “Aexinomia” is strongest around those they are closest to, so some people can’t bring themselves to say the name of their wife or best friend.
Steven Clayman, a sociology professor, explained in one of his books, “People with Alexinomia are likely to have this intuition (直觉) that to use a name is to take a stand and to do something they don’t intend to do.” Actually, Alexinomia is a mostly harmless quirk (怪癖) of the human experience. However, if we always avoid saying the names of those closest to us, it can distort (扭曲) how they feel about us.
Names are always optional in a conversation because they aren’t grammatically necessary. However, if you can call others’ names at a right moment, their social function will shine through obviously. For example, American salespeople are trained to say customers’ names over and over again, which is also a common tactic for building a close relationship in business, during telemarketing calls and on first dates.
As Dale Carnegie wrote, “a person’s name is the sweetest and most important sound in any language to that person.” Leaning to overcome the discomfort and say their names can remind your loved ones that you care, even though the process of change is challenging.
12. Which of the following can best describe “Alexinomia”
A. A disorder making people mistake others’ names.
B. A communication style stressing titles over names.
C. A discomfort of calling names when communicating.
D. A dilemma of using nicknames instead of real names.
13. Why do some people suffer from “Alexinomia”
A. They try to take a stand in certain cases.
B. They feel stressed for being called names publicly.
C. They think naming is grammatically wrong in talks.
D They sense using names may cause undesirable results.
14. What does the underlined word “tactic” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Preference B. Strategy
C. Sense D. Alternative
15. What might the following paragraphs focus on
A. The necessity of calling names
B. The causes leading to Alexinomia.
C. The significance of people’s names.
D. The solutions to overcoming Alexinomia.
第二节(共5个小题;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，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。 选项中有两项为多余选项。
Everyone occasionally has disagreements with friends or family members. While disagreements can be uncomfortable, here are some steps you can take to make conversations more civil and productive.
____16____
Even if you don’t share someone’s point of view, you can still listen to what they have to say. Show that you’re paying attention by listening carefully without interrupting. Think about how their life experiences may be different from yours, which gives them a perspective different from yours too. Another way to show that you’re listening is by asking questions or repeating what they said.
Use respectful language
____17____ That is true especially if it’s on a subject you’re passionate about. Some people shoot down others’ opinions by using sarcasm (讽刺) or attacking the person’s judgment. Avoid using rude words, like “stupid”, or “foolish”. Instead, focus on speaking calmly. ____18____ For example, you might lead your opinion with “I feel” or “I see this another way”.
Stick to the facts
If you have a strong opinion, you can make a better case for it with facts instead of feelings. Start by asking if you can share your opinion. Then, relax your shoulders and say what you would like to say in a calm voice. If you get interrupted, gently remind the person that you gave them a turn to speak and now you would like to speak. ____19____
Find common ground
You may find that you can’t change the other person’s mind, and they may not change yours.
____20____You may also gain a better understanding of each other’s opinion. In the end, it’s worth the effort because healthy communication builds strong relationships and communities.
A. Accept their opinion
B. See their perspective
C. Then give the person a chance to respond.
D. You can still look for points you do agree on.
E. Start your statements with “I” rather than “You”.
F. When you disagree with someone’s opinion, it’s easy to reject it.
G. You’d better avoid arguments to have meaningful conversations.
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)
阅读下面的短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
We’d lived in our new neighborhood for a whole month, but I still didn’t know anyone. What did I have to do to make friends
On cold days when I was a child, my mother always made gingerbread. I would continue the ____21____ . On this warm day, I decided I would make...brownies (布朗尼蛋糕)! A second later, another idea ____22____ . I would make brownies for my neighbors.
I hummed (哼曲) as I ____23____ the brownies into plastic containers to hand out. When I stepped outside, ____24____ struck. The whole project seemed ____25____ . “I can’t just knock on a stranger’s door and hand them brownies,” I thought. “What if they ____26____the door in my face ”
Feeling uneasy, I walked to the nearest house and ____27____ myself to the lady who opened the door. “I was making brownies,” I said, ____28____ holding up the container. “I thought you might like some ” My neighbor looked a bit confused. I pushed the ____29____ into her hands and turned to go. I might have run back home if she hadn’t then said, “Thank you!” When I turned back, she was _____30_____ “My name’s Judy,” she said.
Over the next few months, those brownies would grow in ways I couldn’t have _____31_____. Judy started coming over and gradually became a _____32_____ guest at our house, especially on holidays.
The blessings didn’t stop there. Eventually, Judy and I organized a monthly potluck (百乐餐), _____33_____ even more people. Folks who’d been _____34_____ for more than a decade would finally _____35_____ , and my new neighborhood has become a warm community.
21. A. innovation B. practice C. behaviour D. service
22. A. crashed B. faded C. followed D. failed
23. A. packed B. loaded C. carried D. pushed
24. A. shame B. passion C. sorrow D. doubt
25. A. meaningful B. foolish C. productive D. selfless
26. A. hit B. broke C. shut D. answered
27. A. promoted B. introduced C. guided D. connected
28. A. proudly B. flexibly C. shyly D. gently
29. A. bucket B. basin C. container D. bottle
30 A. cheering B. smiling C. weeping D. sighing
31. A. foreseen B. conveyed C. ignored D. requested
32. A. strange B. brilliant C. frequent D. curious
33. A. bringing together B. turning away C. figurin out D. carrying on
34. A. colleagues B. guests C. friends D. neighbors
35. A. meet B. cooperate C. depart D. crowd
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。
Miao painting, deeply rooted in Miao culture and tradition, is characterized ____36____ its complex natural decorations like two charming flowers: phonics and lotuses, as well as some lucky symbols: dragons and fish.
These are made up of designs of various shapes, ____37____ are classified into five distinct forms.
These abstract yet inspiring patterns are a visual language, ____38____ (display)the achievements and hardships of Miao history while preserving the essence of their cultural respect.
In a quiet corner of Qianzhou ancient town, lying in the mountains of Hunan province, Liang Desong, ____39____ (age)61, often sits at his wooden desk for up to 10 hours a day. It’s demanding for a man of his age, but he says he doesn’t feel the time, as he loses himself in Miao painting, ____40____ ethnic art form he has practiced for decades. “The ____41____ (extreme) challenging part is the detail —imitating the complex stitches (针脚) of Miao embroidery (刺绣) with a brush,” he says.
Holding his tool like a needle, he carefully traces lines that give the painting its embroidered ____42____ (appear). “It’s a tough process, ____43____ one that brings the artwork to life, blurring(模 糊)the line between painting and embroidery, ” he says.
Miao painting ____44____ (originate) from Miao embroidery patterns dating back to the late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), but develops into a distinct art form of its own, thanks to efforts _____45_____ (make) by Liang’s family.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华，你校英文社团正在开展主题为“The Power of Art”的英文视频征集活动。请你为自己即将投稿的视频撰写一段配文。内容包括：
1.你和艺术的故事；
2.艺术对你的影响。
注意：
1.写作词数80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
The Power of Art
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
“Who would like to show your project first ” My science teacher Mrs. Williams asked. I lowered my head. “Please don’t call on me”, I prayed silently. “Ava, Come up front,” Mrs. Williams announced. Ava happily skipped to the front. She demonstrated how to make electricity using potatoes and it was impressive. Next was my friend Jaycee. His cheeks turned red as he spoke. He showed us a rainbow experiment, which fascinated everyone.
“Michael, please present your project,” said Mrs. Williams. My heart raced as I walked to the front and placed my birdhouse on the table. “This is how to build a birdhouse,” I began nervously. “Look at your audience, Michael,” Mrs. Williams reminded me gently. I swallowed the baseball-sized lump (肿块) in my throat and started again.
“I searched online how to build a birdhouse. My dad drove me to the lumberyard (木料场), where someone cut four pieces using the measurements I gave for the walls, and then helped me drill the entrance hole.”
Luka, who always asked endless questions, raised his hand. “If others did most of the work, what exactly did you do ”
I swallowed. The lump in my throat was now the size of a basketball. “I came up with the idea and designed a removable roof for cleaning, “I lifted the roof to show everyone.” Then I nailed (钉牢) all the walls together. “I had left one of the nails sticking out a little on purpose so that I could nail it on the spot. I picked up the hammer (锤子) and gave the nail a mighty hit. There was a deep breath, and then nobody spoke. The clock above the classroom door ticked like something out of an adventure movie. Unexpectedly, the birdhouse broke and collapsed.
“I wanted to show you how to build a birdhouse—AND how to take it apart,” I said, thinking fast.
I was sure there was sweat streaming down my face.
注意：
1. 写作词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
The class burst out laughing and then started clapping—For me!
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After class, I decided to rebuild the birdhouse and present it again.
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英语答案
听力
阅读
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4. D 5. B 6. D 7. B
8. D 9. C 10. C 11. A
12. C 13. D 14. B 15. D
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46. The Power of Art
Art, existing everywhere in our life, can endow us with power far beyond our imagination.
When I was young, I was a girl of shy and reserved nature. One day, I wandered into a school art exhibition. The moment I saw those vibrant paintings, I was spellbound. Among them, a watercolor painting of a peaceful forest scene deeply touched me, mirroring the peace I longed for. Inspired, I decided to try painting myself.
Since then art has become an inseparable part of my life. Painting allows me to express my innermost feelings that I struggle to put into words. Art has broadened my perspective, teaching me to see things from different angles. Art has truly given me the power to transform my life, from a timid girl to a confident individual, ready to embrace the world.
47.
The class burst out laughing and then started clapping—For me! I felt my face burning, but then I noticed something surprising — the kids weren’t laughing at me. Jayce gave me an encouraging thumbs-up, and even Luka seemed impressed by my quick fix. Mrs. Williams’ eyes sparkled. “Michael, that was really an unexpected incident! You handled it in a very creative way,” she praised. Gathering courage, I said, jokingly, “Thanks, I guess now you all know what happens when you don’t hammer properly!” The class broke into laughter once more. “Actually, this proves why we need to use the right size nails,” I continued, pointing to the split wood. “And maybe I should have practiced hammering first.” The class chuckled again.
After class, I decided to rebuild the birdhouse and present it again. I spent hours checking measurements, sanding wood edges, and practicing my hammering. A week later, I stood before the class with my new, stabler birdhouse. “Last time, I showed you what not to do,” I started, grinning. “Now, here’s the right way!” I demonstrated each step confidently, my hands steady and my voice clear. When I finished, the class erupted into enthusiastic applause. “Now that’s what I call learning from mistakes,” Mrs. Williams nodded approvingly and suggested I sign up for the district Science Fair. I beamed with pride. My “failure” became my greatest opportunity.