湖南省娄底市部分学校2024-2025学年高一下学期4月期中英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

2025年上学期高一期中考试试卷
英语
(考试时间: 120分钟 满分: 150分)
注意事项:
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动, 用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卡上, 写在本试卷上无效。
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, 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, 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。
1. When does the man’s plane take off
A. At 5:00, B. At 5:30. C. At 7:00.
2. What sport are the speakers talking about
A. Skiing. B. Swimming. C. Surfing.
3. Where does the man think the book is
A. On the dressing table. B. Under the bed. C. In a taxi.
4. What is Mr. Mathew busy with
A. A research project. B. A phone call. C. A meeting.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The screen doesn’t need cleaning.
B. The keyboard should also be cleaned.
C. The man should clean the computer later.
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。
听下面一段对话, 回答第6和第7小题。
6 How do the speakers feel about the temperature
A. It’s just 37℃. B. It’s below 37℃. C. It’s above 37℃.
7. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Have the electric fan fixed.
B. Turn on the electric fan.
C. Use the air conditioner.
听下面一段对话, 回答第8和第9小题。
8. Who is the best swimmer
A. Jack. B. Bill. C. Mary.
9. What does the coach advise the woman to do
A. Swim in the deep water. B. Follow the rules. C. Take a shower first.
听下面一段对话, 回答第10至第12小题。
10. When will a double room be available at the earliest
A. Next Monday. B. Next Saturday. C. Next Sunday.
11. How much is a single room with a queen-size bed per night
A. $60. B. $100. C. $180.
12. What does the woman care most about the room
A. The size. B. The price. C. The environment.
听下面一段对话, 回答第13至第16小题。
13. What does the man mainly use social media to do
A. Post his photos.
B. Keep in touch with people.
C. Post articles about important issues.
14. How many social media are mentioned in the conversation
A. Three. B. Two. C. One.
15. What does the woman post on social media
A. Her writing. B. Photos of herself. C. Her friends’ articles.
16. How old is Sara
A 15 years old. B. 29 years old. C. 30 years old.
听下面一段独白, 回答第17至第20小题。
17. When will Answer That be on
A. On Mondays. B. On Thursdays. C. On Saturdays.
18 What do we know about the questions asked in Answer That
A. They are similar to those in the adult quiz show.
B. They are neither easy nor difficult.
C. They are about films, music and TV.
19. What prize will the winners get this week
A. A camera. B. A laptop. C. A TV.
20. What is the speaker doing
A. Answering teenagers’ questions.
B. Advertising a new TV quiz show.
C. Explaining the rules of a new game.
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
You can’t just rely on textbooks to learn English, if you want to learn a foreign language well. Actually, you need an excellent language environment. This does not mean that you have to move abroad or live with foreigners. It is also a good way to read the original books, and the best and most reliable ones are the classics. Here are four famous books. Let’s see which one you are most interested in.
Ulysses
Ulysses did “stream of consciousness” before the term existed, and it’s also a complicated (难懂的) novel filled with references, wordplay, confusing jokes, and intense, personal reflections by the characters.
Moby-Dick
Moby-Dick has a fame for being very dull. Melville’s novel wasn’t received well on publication (it took decades before people really started to realize how great it is), and the negative evaluation (评价) is repeated every year when students are forced to read it.
Pride and Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice is a masterpiece in the literary world, being the inspiration, basis, and model for so many modern novels. You’re probably more familiar with its plot (情节) and characters than you think. For a book written in the early 19th century, its modernity is surprising only until you realize this is the novel that in many ways defines what a modern novel is.
The Big Sleep
It’s true that the book is written in what seems to modern audiences like a self-consciously tough style, peppered with old-fashioned expressions, and the plot is famously complicated, even for a mystery. It actually has several loose ends that never get solved, but it doesn’t matter.
1. Which book failed to be popular at first
A. Ulysses. B. Moby-Dick. C. Pride and Prejudice. D. The Big Sleep.
2. What is special about Pride and Prejudice
A. It is full of confusing jokes. B. It is famous for its dullness.
C. It is a typical modern novel. D. It has some mysterious (神秘的) ends.
3. Where is the text probably taken from
A. A textbook. B. An English magazine.
C. A travel brochure. D. A novel.
B
On May 7, 2022, Merle Liivand broke her own world record for swimming with a single fin. She swam the distance of a full marathon in the rough waters of Biscayne Bay, Florida. She even picked trash out of the water as she swam.
As a child, she had health problems and began swimming to help her lungs get stronger. She was soon taking part in open water swimming contests. In one training session, she nearly swallowed some plastic that was floating in the sea. It made her think of all the sea animals who faced similar pollution every day. She decided to work to make people more aware of plastic pollution.
Liivand first set the world record for swimming with monofin (单片脚蹼) in 2019, when she swam 6.2 miles. In 2020, she broke the record again by swimming 12.8 miles. In 2021, she set a new Guinness World Record by swimming 18.6 miles. Last year, Liivand broke the record once more by swimming the length of a full marathon. It took her 11 hours and 54 seconds to swim 26.2 miles.
The water was rough, and she ran up against a few problems, but she didn’t stop. “I got stung by jellyfish,” she said. “And I kept telling myself that it was not the time to cry.”
To keep her energy up, a friend followed her in a kayak (皮划艇) and gave her food and water from time to time. Along the way, Liivand picked up all the trash she found and put it in the kayak. By the end of her marathon, the kayak held three bags of trash. She said, “This isn’t just about a record. It’s about helping the community and the world. Set a dream and try your best to make it come true. I will persist (坚持) it forever.”
4. What made Liivand develop the idea of picking up trash while swimming
A. One of her swimming experiences.
B. The death of sea animals.
C. Her illness caused by pollution.
D. The encouragement from a friend.
5. What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A. Liivand’s brief life experiences.
B. Liivand’s innovation on swimming.
C. Liivand’s action against plastic pollution.
D. Liivand’s achievements in swimming.
6. What does the underlined phrase “ran up against” mean in paragraph 4
A. Broke through. B. Prepared for.
C. Came across. D. Took away.
7. What does Liivand’s story inspire people to do
A. Cherish what you have. B. Stick to your dreams.
C. Face disabilities bravely. D. Help people in need.
C
With a host of research showing that late night eating is linked to great er body weight, it’s no wonder avoiding late night eating has long been suggested to people who plan to lose weight. But until now, few studies have actually investigated (调查) why. This is what a recent US study set out to uncover.
Researchers had 16 participants follow two different meal schedules, each for a period of six days in total. The first group had their meals early in the day with the last meal consumed six hours and 40 minutes before bedtime. The second group had their daily meals four hours later. This meant they skipped breakfast and instead had lunch, dinner and an evening meal. Their last meal was consumed only two and a half hours before sleep. All the participants consumed the same diet, and all of their meals were equally space d with around four hours between them.
The researchers looked at three measures associated with weight gain: the influence of appetite, the impact of eating time on calories burned, and changes of fat tissue (组织). They found that compared to an early eating pattern, late eating not only increased feelings of hunger the following day, it also increased the rate of “hunger” hormones (激素) in the blood. Late eating also caused a decrease in calories burned the following day. Fat tissue samples taken from the participants also showed the increased fat storage. These results suggest that late eating could lead to weight gain.
Given that the study was only conducted on a limited number of participants and over a very short time, more research will be needed to further understand whether these changes are only temporary, and what effects long-term late night eating can have on the weight gain mechanisms (机制).
Anyway, this study adds to a growing body of evidence showing just how important meal timing can be when it comes to body weight. Therefore, people who are watching their weight may want to stay away from the late night snacks and favour eating most of their meals earlier.
8. What is the study designed to do
A. To provide suggestions on losing weight.
B. To prove the findings of the past research.
C. To explore why a late night meal causes weight gain.
D. To figure out a better meal schedule.
9. What do the two groups have in common
A. They had breakfast four hours later than normal.
B. They had daily meals roughly every four hours.
C. They had some light snacks between meals.
D. Their late night meal lasted for about 150 minutes.
10. Which of the following is a result of late eating
A. The slow intake of nutrition. B. The end in feeling hungry.
C. The increase in blood pressure. D. The greater accumulation(累积) of fat.
11. What is the limitation of the study
A. A small number of participants and trial days. B. The different eating times in the two groups.
C. Lack of more measures related to weight gain. D. Limited tissue samples taken from volunteers.
D
With fundamental developments in the field of technology, some experts foresee serious risks to jobs and employability in the coming years due to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Approximately 27% of jobs are at high risk of automation during the artificial intelligence era.
Low and middle-skilled jobs are most at risk, including construction, farming, fishing, forestry and, to a lesser extent, production and transportation. High-skilled occupations, despite being more exposed to recent progress in AI, face the least risk of automation.
While the adoption of AI is still relatively low, rapid progress, falling technology costs and the increasing availability of workers with AI skills suggest that the world may be on the edge of an AI revolution (革命) . So far there is little evidence of a negative employment impact on firms that adopt AI. Workers and employers say that AI can reduce boring and dangerous tasks, leading to greater employee engagement and physical safety.
Nevertheless, a recent survey showed that three in five workers are worried about losing their job to AI within the next decade. Additionally, a similar number of workers worry that wages would decrease due to AI. More than half of workers are concerned about privacy and three in four say that AI has increased work pace.
In my opinion, for the better protection of the labour market and workers in the coming years, governments should encourage employers to provide more training, integrate AI skills into education and support diversity in the AI workforce. There is an urgent need for policy action to address AI risks in the workplace and to ensure accountability for and openness to employment-related decisions supported by AI. The recent speedup of generative AI-related developments and tools marks a technological watershed (转折点) with material implications in many workplaces. Longer-term policy frameworks for the use of AI in the workplace should be considered and closer international cooperation should be seen to maximize the benefits while appropriately managing the risks.
12. Who may be most affected by automation
A. A tour guide. B. A building worker. C. A coffee producer. D. A farming professional.
13. What is the author’s attitude towards the adoption of AI in the workplace
A. Deeply concerned. B. Strongly opposed.
C. Carefully optimistic. D. Relatively conservative.
14. What do the figures in paragraph 4 imply
A. Harmed personal privacy. B. Decreased job satisfaction.
C. AI-related positions’ popularity. D. Workers’ broad concern over AI.
15. What is the author’s advice in the last paragraph
A. Adopting policies to regulate AI’s impact. B. Limiting AI’s application in the workplace.
C. Promoting cooperation between AI firms. D. Investing more in AI education in colleges.
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。
It’s nearly impossible to meet everyone’s expectations. Whatever you do, and no matter how hard you try, there will always be some individuals who dislike you. There are often times you can overlook them and go on with your routine. Nevertheless, sometimes someone’s unfavorable attitude towards you could have an influence on your grades and your ability to interact with others. ______16______
Have an open conversation.
This might be awkward, but sometimes the only way to know what is going on or why someone has a problem with you is to speak out honestly. ______17______That means instead of saying “Why don’t you like me ” say something like “I sense that there is a bit of tension between us. Is there anything I have done or anything I can do to help ”
_____18_____
If you’ve done something to hurt or offend someone and that is the reason for which the person dislikes you, the best course of action is to try to make it right. Clearly say the words, “I’m sorry.” Be sure not to say “I’m sorry you were offended.” or “I’m sorry you felt that way.” or anything else that places the blame on (归咎于) the other person for misunderstanding your intentions. _____19_____
Learn to let it go
_____20_____Importantly, you have to choose not to allow the person who dislikes you to influence you or get you down. It is OK to be disliked. Remember that even the most popular and well-loved celebrities (名人) are disliked by some people!
A. Build self-confidence.
B. Try to express your ideas with “I-phrases”, which pay attention to your feelings.
C. Apologize and make it right.
D. In the end, it shouldn’t matter what others think about you.
E. A sincere apology requires taking full responsibility for your actions.
F. Instead, be modest and admit the fact that you’ve hurt someone.
G. In such cases, you need to take certain measures to deal with the situation.
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。
John Smith, a 39-year-old office worker from Manchester, was caught in a cycle of poor health and lack of energy. ___21___ over 220 pounds and diagnosed as pre-diabetic (糖尿病前期), he was under great stress and knew he needed to make a change. After being ___22___ by a doctor about his risk of heart disease, John decided to try the “Couch to 5K” program, a beginner-friendly running plan designed to support people ___23___ building up to a 5-kilometer run.
At first, John ___24___ to run for a minute. But with determination and the support of online running ___25___, he stuck to the plan. Within weeks, he noticed small improvements — more energy, better sleep, and a ___26___ mood. Six months later, John had lost 20 pounds, improved his cholesterol (胆固醇) levels, and ___27___ his blood pressure.
Beyond the physical benefits, running became a ___28___ for John’s mental health. He found that the time spent outdoors and the sense of ___29___ after each run helped him manage stress and anxiety. “Running _____30_____ me a new perspective on life,” John said. “It’s not just about fitness; it’s about mental _____31_____ and confidence.”
Today, John regularly participates in local 5K races and has _____32_____ his friends and family to _____33_____ running. His journey from the couch to completing a 5K is a _____34_____ reminder of how small, consistent steps in sports and physical activity can lead to life-changing health _____35_____.
21. A. Exercising B. Living C. Running D. Weighing
22. A. required B. desired C. warned D. known
23. A. newly B. slowly C. strangely D. monthly
24. A. committed B. decided C. began D. struggled
25. A. communities B. tests C. diets D. games
26. A. worse B. calmer C. brighter D. sadder
27. A. reduced B. rose C. examined D. monitored
28. A. hobby B. routine C. challenge D. lifeline
29. A. movement B. accomplishment C. attachment D. establishment
30. A. revealed B. gave C. granted D. awarded
31. A. confusion B. strength C. clearness D. frustration
32. A. visited B. contacted C. met D. inspired
33. A. take up B. take out C. take off D. take in
34. A. hopeful B. meaningful C. powerful D. thankful
35. A. habits B. improvements C. balances D. consequences
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个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
China can use the favorable visa policies to showcase the intangible cultural connotations (内涵) of Spring Festival with the world, enhancing the ____36____(economy) vitality of the festival.
The reason ____37____Spring Festival has become such a notable representative of Chinese culture is because of the rich cultural connotations and widespread public participation. The evolution from ancient practices to today’s Chinese New Year ____38____(reflect) how Chinese traditions are passed on from generation to generation. But it is not only ____39____unique festival for the Chinese people, it has also been ____40____(gradual) accepted and celebrated around the world, becoming a global cultural event.
Over time, Spring Festival ____41____(be) innovating itself while preserving traditions. Spring Festival’s connotations and functions are rich and diverse. Apart from participating in the various activities related to Spring Festival, young people should also share knowledge about the festival ____42____others.
As a large number of foreign tourists poured in this ____43____(year) Spring Festival could see increased footfalls at museums and cultural heritage sites. Also, with the integration of culture and tourism and the empowerment of digitalization (数字化赋能), people may use technologies such as blockchain ____44____(create) digital assets to send as blessings. We look forward to the Spring Festival of this year becoming a model for inheriting and _____45_____(promote) China’s intangible cultural heritage and traditional culture.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华, 你们学校就“高中学生是否应该进行双休”的问题进行讨论, 要求每个同学用书信的形式向英语报投稿, 发表自己的看法。请根据下面的提示写一篇英文短文。
1. 你的观点;
2. 你的理由;
3. 注意:
(1)写作词数应为80左右;
(2)可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯;
(3)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Editor,
I’m Li Hua. I am writing to express my opinion about whether high school students should have a two-day weekend.
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Yours,
Li Hua
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。
Ahmad was weak. He was all skin and bones. Worse still, he had a severe skin problem on his face. Added to his problems was the fact that he stuttered (口吃) when he was shy or nervous.
There was one advantage Ahmad had, however. He had a beautiful voice. But none of his friends knew about it as he practiced singing only in the bathroom. Once, he was caught unaware singing in the corridor by his classmates. The moment he saw them, he denied (否认) that the beautiful song they had heard was sung by him. They were convinced when his voice went to a characteristic stutter. “I…I…real-lly did-didn’t s-sing…”
One day, the class of Secondary 4B, which Ahmad was in, heard about a singing competition that was to be held in the nearby community centre. A prize would be awarded to the best student singer. It was a well-known yearly competition. Ahmad entered for it. So it was really a surprise for other students to see Ahmad’s name besides Ali’s on the notice board.
“You can sing, Ahmad Get real! Don’t make me laugh!” Hearing the remarks, Ahmad felt awkward and sad. It was enough that they did not support him but laughing at him was too much. When the results were announced, Class 4B could not believe their ears. Ali, skilled in singing, had of course qualified but so did Ahmad for the finals. How on earth did the stutterer do it They wondered.
The finals of the singing competition finally arrived. Ali’s supporters were out in full force. Mr. Mok, the principal, and some teachers caused quite a stir among the students when they turned up to support the two finalists from their school. Ali sang to the crowd’s delight. It looked like he was the clear favorite. His loud and clear voice, together with his good acting skill, made him popular among the audience.
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。
Ahmad was next and there was a sudden silence before he began.
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When Ahmad finished singing, there were very few dry eyes.
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英语答案
听力
1-5CCABB 6-10CCABA 11-15ACBAB 16-20BBCAB
阅读
1. B 2. C 3. B
4. A 5. D 6. C 7. B
8. C 9. B 10. D 11. A
12. B 13. C 14. D 15. A
16. G 17. B 18. C 19. F 20. D
21. D 22. C 23. B 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. B 30. B 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. B
36. economic
37. why 38. reflects
39. a 40. gradually
41. has been
42. with 43. year’s
44. to create
45. promoting
46. Dear Editor,
I’m Li Hua. I am writing to express my opinion about whether high school students should have a two-day weekend.
I firmly hold the view that the high school students should have it. Firstly, a two-day weekend provides us with more time to rest and relax. After a week of concentrated study, we need enough time to balance study and leisure, which is important for our physical and mental well-being. Secondly, having two days off allows us to seek our hobbies and interests. We can use this time to read, play sports, or engage in other activities that we enjoy. This not only enriches our life but also broadens our horizons. Lastly, a two-day weekend gives us the opportunity to spend more time with our families.
In conclusion, I strongly support the idea of a two-day weekend for us. It is beneficial for our rest, personal development and family relationships.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
47. Paragraph 1:
Ahmad was next and there was a sudden silence before he began. The claps were few, coming from the principal, teachers and his only friend. Some low shouts of disapproval came from a few disbelieving schoolmates of his who felt that he was not qualified to be a finalist. Getting on the stage, he was determined to prove them wrong. His song was Climb Every Mountain. He adapted his tone and expression to the lyrics, and his delivery was extremely clear. He sang with such rich feelings and his movements were appropriate and well harmonious.
Paragraph 2:
When Ahmad finished singing, there were very few dry eyes. Then there was tense anticipation from the audience as the judges decided on the winner. In view of Ahmad’s outstanding performance, the audience wondered who would be the final winner. After a few anxious minutes of waiting, the results eventually came out. When Mr. Tan, the chief judge announced Ahmad was the winner, the audience present all cheered together and broke into thunderous applause. Getting widely recognized, Ahmad was excited with tears. He experienced the sweet fruits of victory.