2024-2025学年平凉市灵台二中高一期中考试英语试题
时间：120分钟 分值：150分
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
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3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节, 满分30 分）
做题时, 请先将答案标在试卷上。听力内容结束后, 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What does the man want to know
A．Susan’s plan. B．The Duce’s address. C．A reservation phone number.
2．What will the man do today
A．See a doctor. B．Stay in bed. C．Go to work.
3．Where is Lisa going this afternoon
A．The bookstore. B．The café. C．Her cousin’s home.
4．How long does it usually take John to finish a book
A．A week. B．Two weeks. C．A month.
5．What are the speakers talking about
A．A difficult question. B．A wrong answer. C．An exam.
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．Why did the Browns come just now
A．To ask about a piano class. B．To make an invitation. C．To attend a party.
7．Who is Mrs Johnson probably
A．A neighbor. B．A teacher. C．A doctor.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8．What will the weather be like tomorrow
A．Sunny. B．Cloudy. C．Rainy.
9．Where will the speakers take the kids
A．Rock Wall.
B．Cliffhanger Climbing.
C．Edge Climbing Center.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．When did Christopher get back
A．At around 3：30 pm.
B．At around 4：00 pm.
C．At around 4：30 pm.
11．How did Christopher help the car owner
A．By fetching his car key.
B．By making a call for him.
C．By lending him his bike.
12．What will Christopher do next
A．Have a rest. B．Take a shower. C．Ride a bike.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13．What was Henry doing when the accident happened
A．Playing toys.
B．Calling his friend.
C．Playing the guitar.
14．When did Henry notice Mike’s situation
A．When Mike was crying.
B．When Mike was turning purple.
C．When Mike was fighting for breath.
15．What did Henry do to save Mike
A．He performed first-aid skills.
B．He went to find his father.
C．He took him to hospital.
16．What’s the most probable relationship between the speakers
A．Classmates.
B．Doctor and patient.
C．Teacher and student.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What is the dog’s name in the movie
A．Bella. B．Michelle. C．Melissa.
18．Why does the dog run away
A．She cannot live in Denver.
B．She wants to return to Lucas.
C．She is badly treated by Lucas’ girlfriend.
19．When did the speaker watch the movie
A．On January 18th. B．On January 12th. C．On January 10th.
20．What does the speaker think of the movie
A．Dull. B．Great. C．Scary.
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
This is where you can explore unknown and the most interesting facts about our living planet, the universe, and people’s lifestyles. Here are some top unmissable festivals from around the world.
Rio Carnival, Brazil
It is a five-day festival which takes place forty days before Easter. Riode Janeiro has earned its title as the Carnival capital of the world with its famous samba dancing, colourful eye-catching clothes and live music.
Holi Festival, India
Holi is a Hindu spring festival, also known as the “festival of colours”. It is a sign of the victory of good over evil, the end of winter, and the arrival of spring. Starting with a nighttime bonfire where people gather, sing and dance, Holi is celebrated the next day by people throwing coloured powder and water at each other.
St. Patrick’s Day, Ireland
Held on March 17 every year, it is a celebration to mark the death of Ireland’s patron saint（守护神）Saint Patrick. Since 1996, an entire festival of parades, fireworks as well as food and drinks has surrounded the celebration. Enjoy traditional songs and dances, watch musical street theatre shows and get dressed in all green as you celebrate Irish heritage and culture.
Burning Man Festival, United States
As a week-long event at the end of August in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada, it attracts tens of thousands of people from all over the world each year. Tickets to Burning Man are not cheap. But once you’re there, you will surely have an unforgettable experience. The main event is burning a large wooden statue（雕像）on Saturday night, followed by a big dance party that lasts all night long.
21. Which of the following is NOT presented on St. Patrick’s Day
A. Traditional art shows. B. Green clothes.
C. Traditional songs and dances. D. Street theatre performances.
22. Which festival lasts the longest in celebration
A. Holi Festival. B. Rio Carnival.
C. Burning Man Festival. D. St. Patrick’s Day.
23. What do the festivals have in common
A. There is no need to buy tickets.
B. Dance is a common way to celebrate.
C. They centre on specific religious customs.
D. People are all dressed in traditional clothes.
B
Whenever I think of Ms. Anita Moore, I always smile and feel lucky to have her as my teacher. All of her students knew she loved being a teacher. Her classroom was always a safe place where we were encouraged to share, think, and express ourselves.
One of the memories that always stuck with me was a reading class when Ms. Moore read a story aloud and started to cry. The main character in the story reminded her of her grandmother. She stopped to share about her relationship with her grandmother and made the connection as to how that relationship helped understand the story.
Ms. Moore tried her best to make a connection with each student in her classroom. She knew what we liked and used that information to bring our interests into the classroom. That is one of the reasons why Ms. Moore will always be my favourite teacher. She brought various types of books to our classroom and allowed us to take them home. It was she that helped my love for reading grow.
Ms. Moore also went beyond classroom instruction. She decided that our school should have a choir（合唱团）and that all of her students should audition（试演）. Without her, I would never have taken part in this type of after-school activity. Once it was time for the annual 5th grade weekend camping trip, my parents refused to let me attend. Ms. Moore came to my home to persuade（说服）them. Although I was still not allowed to go, it was amazing to me that a teacher would visit my home to help me be part of a school tradition with my classmates.
Ms. Moore was a wonderful example of a caring teacher. From her, I’ve learned to make connections with students and look for ways to help them learn and feel successful.
24. Why did Ms. Moore cry in the reading class
A. The story was too sad.
B. She was moved by the students.
C. She thought of her own grandmother.
D. She helped her students understand the story.
25. What can we learn about Ms. Moore from Paragraph 3
A. She was good at writing books.
B. She bought many books for poor students.
C. She inspired the writer’s love for reading.
D. She was the favourite teacher of the whole class.
26. Which of the following can best describe Ms. Moore
A. Positive and humorous. B. Responsible and caring.
C. Inspiring and strict. D. Knowledgeable and confident.
27. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To express opinions on teaching literature.
B. To discuss how to become a caring teacher.
C. To introduce the classes and activities in her school.
D. To share her memory about her teacher, Ms. Moore.
C
A new attempt to predict earthquakes with the aid of artificial intelligence (AI) has raised hopes that the technology could one day be used to limit earthquakes’ impact on lives and economies. Developed by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin, the AI algorithm correctly predicted 70% of earthquakes a week before they happened during a seven-month trial in China.
The AI was trained to find unusual patterns in real-time seismic data that researchers had paired with the data of previous earthquakes. The outcome was a weekly forecast in which the AI successfully predicted 14 earthquakes within about 200 miles of where it estimated they would happen and at almost exactly the calculated strength. It missed one earthquake and gave eight false warnings.
It’s not yet known if the same approach will work at other locations, but the effort is a significant achievement in research for AI-driven earthquake forecasting.
“Predicting earthquakes is the ultimate goal,” said a professor, who is a member of the research team. “We’re not yet close to making predictions for anywhere in the world, but what we achieved tells us that what we thought was an impossible problem is solvable in principle.”
The researchers said that their method had succeeded by following a relatively simple machine learning approach. The AI was given a set of statistical features based on the team’s knowledge of earthquake physics, then told to train itself on a five-year database of seismic recordings. Once trained, the AI gave its forecast by listening for signs of incoming earthquakes among the background rumblings in the Earth.
“Our future goal is to combine both physics and data-driven methods to create a generalized system that we can apply anywhere in the world,” said the AI’s lead developer. “The new research is an important step towards achieving that goal.”
28. What do we say about AI predicting earthquakes
A. The rate of accuracy is high.
B. It has got proven worldwide.
C. The prediction is completely random.
D. Earthquakes can be controlled by scientists.
29. Which can best explain the underlined word “seismic” in paragraph 2
A. Related to weather patterns. B. Related to earthquakes.
C. Related to volcanic activities. D. Related to ocean currents.
30. What is researchers’ attitude towards AI predicting earthquakes
A. Doubtful. B. Uncertain. C. Optimistic. D. Unfavorable.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. The Development Of Earthquake
B. AI’s Role in Predicting Earthquakes
C. AI’s Forecast about Natural Disasters
D. The Understanding of Earthquake Physics
D
Plants have been important to humans since ancient times. They give us food, clothes and shelter. Their beauty brings us happiness, and many plants can also cure us. Recently, scientists found a plant that can better clean polluted air.
Scientists at a research institution in the UK studied how well plants can capture (捕获) pollution from cars. Car exhaust fumes (汽车尾气), as well as tire and brake particles, cause many health problems. Since previous research has shown that trees help remove air pollution, researchers decided to test three types of plants: hawthorn, western red cedar, and franchet’s cotoneaster (西南枸子).
Researchers found that franchet’s cotoneaster was the best at capturing pollution. This is because of its hairy and complex leaf structure. They also discovered that thick barriers over six feet high were the best at reducing pollution. In areas with heavy traffic, franchet’s cotoneaster absorbed 20% more pollution than the other plants.
A co-author of the study said, “We know that in just seven days, a 1-meter length of well-managed thick barrier will capture the same amount of pollution that a car emits (排放) over a 500-mile drive.” The researchers recommend planting franchet’s cotoneaster along busy roads.
This is great news for city planners, landscapers, and gardeners. Originally from China, franchet’s cotoneaster is a hardy evergreen that can survive temperatures as low as -23℃. It grows well in the UK and can also grow well in places like California, the Pacific Northwest, British Columbia, and around the Great Lakes.
Thanks to this study, franchet’s cotoneaster has shown to be very useful. It allows gardeners and landscapers to help the environment. When these super plants are grown in urban gardens, on streets, and along highways, they will clean the air and add beauty to the surroundings.
32. Which aspect of plants is mainly mentioned in paragraph 1
A. Varieties of plants. B. Living environment.
C. Benefits of plants. D. Medical properties.
33. Why is franchet’s cotoneaster effective in capturing pollution
A. It requires less water.
B. It is taller than other plants.
C. It grows faster than other plants.
D. It has hair y and complex leaf structures.
34. What can we infer about franchet’s cotoneaster from paragraph 5
A. They will be planted less by gardeners.
B. They will be imported more from China.
C. They can adjust to the cold temperature.
D. They should be planted in correct places.
35. What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph
A. To highlight the environmental benefits of franchet’s cotoneaster.
B. To describe the appearance of franchet’s cotoneaster.
C. To compare franchet’s cotoneaster with other plants.
D. To explain how to plant franchet’s cotoneaster.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Tips for Floodwater Safety
Floodwater can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes(蚊子) which carry diseases. __36__ You should avoid floodwater whenever possible. Here are practical safety tips：
Avoid flooded areas.
Do not drive, walk or swim through floodwaters. __37__ It can be difficult to judge the depth of the water, and unknown dangers may be hidden by it.
Clean and disinfect(消毒) items that have touched floodwater.
Taking a dual approach to cleaning up after a flood is crucial.Cleaners remove dirt and grime, and disinfectants stop the growth of bacteria carried in floodwater.__38__ If you are cleaning areas that have mold growing, it's also recommended to wear a N95 mask.
Make sure the food you eat are clean.
Don't eat food that may have come into contact with floodwater. Even if the food is packaged, it could have been exposed to bacteria from the floodwater.
__39__
Polluted water can contain bacteria and cause serious infections. Follow water safety advisories to boil water before drinking or use bottled water. If needed, bring water to a rolling boil for one full minute to kill water borne bacteria.
Never expose an open wound to floodwater.
During flood cleanup, there's a risk of developing cuts, open wounds or blisters, which could increase the risk of infection. __40__ Apply an antibiotic ointment(药膏) and cover it with a waterproof bandage.
Wash your hands often and thoroughly.
If you've come into contact with floodwater or objects that have touched floodwater, it's vital to clean your hands with soap and water or alcohol based hand sanitizer(消毒剂)．
A. Make sure drinking water is safe.
B. Clean wounds with soap and clean water.
C. Don't allow children to play in or near floodwaters.
D. Watch for symptoms like stomach upset and fever.
E. Wear proper safety equipment like gloves and eye protection while cleaning.
F. It also may contain harmful substances from agricultural runoff.
G. Prepare an emergency kit stocked with water, food, and flashlights.
第三部分 语言知识运用 (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。
Every year I’d read over 2,000 college applications from students all over the world. It is quite ___41___ to choose whom to admit. ___42___, in the chaos of SAT scores and recommendations, one ___43___ is always irresistible in a candidate: kindness.
The most surprising ___44___ of kindness I’ve ever ___45___ came from a student who had excellent scores and a supportive recommendation from his college counselor (顾问). Even with these qualifications, he might not have ___46___. But one letter of recommendation caught my eye. It was from a school security ___47___. Letters of recommendation are typically written by people like former presidents, celebrities, and Olympic athletes.
The security guard wrote that he supported this student’s admission because of his ___48___. This young man was the only person in the school who knew the names of every member of the guard staff. He turned off lights in empty rooms, consistently ___49___ the hallway monitor each morning and tidied up the classroom after his peers left school ____50____ nobody was watching. This student, the security guard wrote, had a(n) ____51____ respect for every person at the school, regardless of position, popularity or power.
It gave us a ____52____ onto a student’s life in the moments when nothing “counted”. That student was admitted by unanimous (一致的) vote of the admissions committee.
Next year there might be a flood of security guard recommendations ____53____ this essay. But if it means students will start paying as much ____54____ to the people who clean their classrooms as they do to their principals and teachers, I’m happy to help start that ____55____.
41. A. definite B. difficult C. delicate D. desperate
42. A. However B. Otherwise C. Besides D. Therefore
43. A. ability B. quality C. limitation D. assumption
44. A. signal B. detector C. appearance D. indication
45. A. come out B. picked up C. come across D. brought up
46. A. stood up B. stood out C. given up D. given out
47. A. guard B. teacher C. principal D. counselor
48. A. wisdom B. bravery C. encouragement D. consideration
49. A. bothered B. answered C. visited D. thanked
50. A. as if B. now that C. even if D. so that
51. A. weird B. accurate C. equal D. initial
52. A. passion B. trouble C. method D. window
53. A. due to B. in need of C. except for D. along with
54. A. money B. notice C. attention D. curiosity
55. A. policy B. trend C. arrangement D. career
第二节 (共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。
World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on February 2nd, aims to raise global awareness about the important role of wetlands for people and our planet.
World Wetlands Day 56 (adopt) by the United Nations in 2021. It makes efforts 57 (realize) the long Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and deal with global issues related to climate and biodiversity (生物多样性) challenges. Now with seven years left for the SDGs, the UN is calling again to restore wetlands.
This year’s theme is “Time for Wetland Restoration,” 58 brings to attention the rapid loss of wetland systems worldwide. In just 50 years, 35% of the world’s wetlands 59 (lose) since 1970. Wetlands are disappearing three times 60 (fast) than forests and are Earth’s most 61 (threaten) ecosystem. Human activities that lead to loss of wetlands include construction, pollution, overfishing and so on. It is 62 opportunity for us to rethink and change how humans impact the environment.
While wetlands cover just 6% of the earth’s surface, they are home 63 about 40% of the world’s plant and animal species. Wetlands provide people with food and water, offering natural protection and 64 (serve) many other important functions.
Huge changes are needed to solve the climate and biodiversity crisis, yet there are small things we can all do to keep our wetlands and our wildlife 65 (health).
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是学校英语杂志社记者李华，上周参加了学校开展的防灾救灾知识讲座。请你为英语校报写一篇新闻报道。内容包括：
1.讲座内容;
2.你的收获。
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。
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第二节(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。
Sophia was a teenager going through changes in her behaviour and dressing style. One day after school, Sophia’s mother prepared a plate of delicious vegetables and rice and asked Sophia to have dinner, but she refused to eat it, insisting it wasn’t what she liked. Then she absent-mindedly knocked over a vase filled with beautiful roses. Her mother ignored it, but moments later, Sophia asked loudly, “Mummy! Why did you throw away some of my clothes and change the setting of my room ” Her mother was shocked as Sophia had never raised her voice so high.
At night when Sophia’s father came home, her mother discussed the matter with him. He listened carefully and asked Sophia’s mother to remain calm, no matter what Sophia did. “It’s time that we stepped back. Don’t do anything for her — no cooking, no laundry (洗衣物), no searching for her missing things…” he said.
The next day, Sophia overslept. Her mother didn’t wake her up or prepare breakfast, just putting some money on the table. Sophia grabbed the money and rushed to school. That afternoon, when Sophia returned home, she found there wasn’t any food prepared. Feeling unnoticed, Sophia went into her room, locked the door, and began to cry as if releasing the emotions she had bottled up for a long time.
After about 20 minutes, the doorbell rang. Quickly, Sophia dried her eyes and stepped out of her room. When she saw her mother return with a handful of shopping bags, she came in front of her, asking the reason for no breakfast or dinner. Her mother said gently, “Now that you have grown up and have your own thoughts, I’ll let you make some personal choices.” Then her mother headed to the kitchen, signaling Sophia to follow. Feeling confused, Sophia came into the kitchen with her mother.
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。
Her mother opened the bags and asked Sophia to look and choose by herself.
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The next morning, Sophia woke up with the determination to change.
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Last Week, our school held a lecture on disaster prevention and relief in our school hall.
Delivered by a distinguished expert, the lecture shed light on various types of disasters. In addition, the lecture emphasized the importance of disaster prevention and response strategies through demonstrating the consequences of floods occurring lately. What impressed me most was that the lecture also stressed the importance of community cooperation in times of crises.
Overall, the lecture has left a lasting impact on me. It has equipped me with essential knowledge and motivated me to be responsible in the face of emergencies.
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Her mother opened the bags and asked Sophia to look and choose by herself. Inside were fresh vegetables and grains that Sophia loved. “You’re old enough to decide what to eat and how to manage your time,” her mother said softly, handing her a recipe book. Excited but nervous, Sophia decided to make a beef sandwich. Having never cooked before, she naturally had difficulty throughout the process. Fortunately, her mother offered her helpful instructions, resulting in a not-so-good dinner. Sophia realized how hard the housework was.
The next morning, Sophia woke up with the determination to change. She went to the kitchen where her mother was making breakfast and apologized for her recent strange behavior. Her mother replied gently, “It’s okay. I’m just happy you’re better.” Sophia hugged her and promised to help with more chores. Later that day, she sorted out her clothes without complaining and bought a new vase for her mother after school. After dinner, as they washed the dishes together, Sophia understood that growing up meant learning to properly give rather than trying to take without any sense of gratitude.
