四川省遂宁市2024-2025学年高二下学期期末考试英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

遂宁市高中 2026 届第四学期期末教学水平监测
英 语 试 题
本试卷分第 I 卷（选择题）和第 II 卷（非选择题）两部分。总分 150 分。考试时间 120 分钟。
第 Ⅰ 卷（选择题，共 95 分）
注意事项：
1．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号用 0.5 毫米的黑色墨水签字笔填写在答题卡上。并检查条形码粘贴是否正确。
2．1-55 小题选出答案后，用 2B 铅笔填涂在答题卡对应题目标号的位置上，非选择题用 0.5 毫米黑色墨水签字笔书写在答题卡对应框内，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。
3．考试结束后，将答题卡收回。
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。
What did Amy forget to buy
The milk and eggs. B. The bread and butter. C. The bread and eggs.
What is the weather like now
Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Cloudy.
How can doctors go to the earthquake-stricken area
By ship. B. By train. C. By air.
How much will the man pay
$ 20. B. $ 80. C. $ 100.
What are the speakers mainly discussing
Choosing cupboards. B. Renting an apartment. C. Doing some housework.
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 两个小题。
Whom is the biggest gift from
David. B. Jack. C. Jenny.
What does Sienna give the woman
A scarf. B. A coat. C. A music box.
听下面一段对话，回答第 8 和第 9 两个小题。
Where does the woman work full-time
In a supermarket. B. In a company. C. In a kindergarten.
What requirement can’t the woman meet
The age. B. Work experience. C. Much overtime work.
听下面一段对话，回答第 10 至 12 小题。
Where does the conversation probably take place
In an office. B. At home. C. At a restaurant.
What will the speakers do tomorrow evening
Go to a concert. B. Visit a friend. C. Look after kids.
Who is Alice going to call
Mike. B. Joan. C. Catherine.
听下面一段对话，回答第 13 至 16 小题。
What does Tom think necessary to become a volunteer
Having special skills. B. Having much time. C. Having willingness to help.
What will Tom do at the hospital
Help move the patients. B. Provide medical service. C. Bring meals to the doctors.
What can we know about the hospital which Tom will volunteer for
It is too far away. B. It has a large budget. C. It is short-staffed.
What will Flora do this Sunday
Apply to an organization. B. Assist at the hospital. C. Take a bus to Tom's house.
听下面一段独白，回答第 17 至 20 小题。
What is the speaker
A writer. B. A hostess. C. A scientist.
Why does Russell Foster think morning light is important
It can adjust our body clock.
It helps us wake up fully in the morning.
It provides necessary vitamin D for better sleep.
What does Russell Foster say about naps
They are good for reducing anxiety.
They should be avoided after 3:00 p.m.
They should be kept within 20 minutes.
What is Russell Foster’s last suggestion
Doing some reading.
Taking some breathing exercises.
Avoiding important talks before bedtime.
第二部分：阅读理解（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
Nowadays, audiobooks (有声读物) have become an increasingly popular way for students to expand their knowledge and enjoy literature in their spare time. Here are some excellent audiobooks for different age groups and interests.
The Enchanted Wordsmith, ages 8 - 14
This collection combines fantasy with real-life values. Each story takes listeners on an adventure through dangerous forests, mysterious castles, and far-off kingdoms. Along the way, characters learn important lessons about friendship, courage, and kindness. With vivid storytelling and distinct character voices, each 15-30-minute story feels like a live performance, perfect for a relaxing listen during breaks.
Words of Wisdom: Insights for Young Minds, all ages
Words of Wisdom is an audiobook series that features interviews with famous scientists, artists, writers, and social activists. These inspiring figures share life experiences, challenges, and lessons, offering valuable perspectives on various fields. Through these conversations, young listeners can gain valuable advice on different fields and life in general.
Science Unveiled: Mysteries of the Universe, ages 12+
This audiobook delves deep into the fascinating world of science, exploring topics that are often not fully covered in school textbooks. It explains complex scientific theories, such as the origin of the universe, the secrets of black holes, and the latest discoveries in genetic engineering in an easy-to-understand way.
Global Tales and Traditions, ages 7+
Global Tales and Traditions takes listeners on a cultural tour around the world. It tells traditional folk tales from different countries, along with in-depth introductions to local customs, festivals, and daily life. For example, it shares the story behind the Day of the Dead in Mexico, the significance of Diwali in India, and the unique traditions of Maori culture in New Zealand.
Which audiobook is the most suitable for children who love fairy-tale adventures
The Enchanted Wordsmith
Global Tales and Traditions
Science Unveiled: Mysteries of the Universe
Words of Wisdom: Insights for Young Minds
What makes Words of Wisdom different from other audiobooks
It combines fantasy and real-life values.
It focuses on complex scientific theories.
It covers interviews with well-known people.
It tells traditional folk tales from around the world.
Where is this text probably from
A news report. B. A research paper.
C. An academic journal. D. A recommending article. B
When Dr. Emily Carter was a young girl, she was fascinated by the way water interacted with different materials in her backyard. She would spend hours watching how rainwater passed through the soil, and how certain plants seemed to grow better in wet. This early curiosity about the natural world’s processes stayed with her as she grew older.
After obtaining degrees in environmental science and materials engineering, Dr. Carter started to think about how to use her knowledge to address a growing problem: water pollution in urban areas. Stormwater runoff, which picks up pollutants like oil, chemicals, and debris from roads and parking lots, was a major contributor to the worse of local water bodies.
She decided to design a new pavement material that could act as a natural filter (过滤器). Her idea was to create a porous ( 多孔的) concrete that would allow rainwater to pass through while trapping pollutants. Through countless experiments with different aggregates ( 骨料 ), binders, and additives, and by studying the behavior of various microorganisms that could potentially break down the trapped pollutants, Dr. Carter constructed small-scale test areas in her city. These areas were equipped with sensors to monitor the flow of water and the levels of pollutants both before and after passing through the new pavement.
As the months passed, The results were remarkable. The pavement significantly reduced pollutants in stormwater runoff. Encouraged by the results, Dr. Carter cooperated with local companies and agencies, aiming to build a city-wide network of pollutant-filtering pavements. Her vision was to give cities a self-cleaning mechanism, using nature’s purification processes to solve environmental problems.
What can we learn about Dr. Emily Carter from the first two paragraphs
She was interested in urban development.
She had a strong desire to study engineering.
Her dream was to become a famous scientist.
Her childhood curiosity contributed to her later design.
Why did Dr. Carter decide to design a new pavement material
To deal with water pollution in cities. B. To promote the growth of urban plants.
C. To reduce the cost of road construction. D. To improve the condition of urban roads.
What was the key to Dr. Carter's pavement design
Installing advanced sensors. B. Using high-quality concrete.
C. Trapping and breaking down pollutants. D. Cooperating with construction companies.
What did Dr. Carter hope to achieve in the long run
To train more professionals in environmental science.
To make her pavement material well-known worldwide.
To establish a large-scale pollutant-filtering system in cities.
To win more awards for her outstanding environmental research.
C
Known for its role in Game of Thrones (《权力的游戏》), the dire wolf (冰原狼) went extinct over 10,000 years ago. On April 7, the US company Colossal Biosciences announced restoring this species via de-extinction — a historic first.
Time magazine said scientists studied fossils ( 化石) such as a 13,000-year-old dire wolf tooth and a 72,000-year-old ear bone and compared their genes to those of gray wolves to discover differences. They edited 14 key genes in gray wolf blood cells to match dire wolf traits, implanting modified cell’s nuclei (核) into surrogate (代孕) dogs’ eggs.
The babies, larger than gray wolves, now live in a preserve. They behaved like wolves by howling at two weeks old. But “we have not seen them attempt to hunt live prey”, Colossal’s Paige McNickle told Time magazine.
Some scientists have criticized the project. Professor Nic Rawlence from Otago University questioned using fossil DNA, calling it too damaged to use. “Ancient DNA is like if you put fresh DNA in a 500 degree oven overnight, it comes out like dust,” Rawlence told the BBC. He argued Colossal actually only created “a hybrid ( 杂交品种)” — a gray wolf with dire wolf features.
Colossal isn’t just reviving the dire wolf. Their list includes the woolly mammoth, dodo and Tasmanian tiger. Their mission goes beyond de-extinction: they also use the same technique to prevent species in danger from disappearing. For example, they brought back four red wolves, an endangered species, in the same way of restoring the dire wolf.
The Center for Biological Diversity predicts that 30% of the planet’s genetic diversity could be lost by 2050. Colossal CEO Ben Lamm argues that genetic engineering is crucial to prevent this loss. Yet some warn there could be consequences. Introducing new species can cause invasive species, while cloning often leads to health problems in animals and surrogates.
How did scientists try to restore the dire wolves
By obtaining DNA from living dire wolves.
By hybridizing different modern wolf species.
By studying fossils of dire wolf and surrogating.
By using complete DNA of dire wolves to clone.
What can be learned about the “restored” dire wolf babies
They exhibit some wolf-like behaviors.
They have already begun hunting live prey.
They are bigger in size than adult gray wolves.
They are completely the same as the ancient dire wolves.
Why does the author mention red wolves in the 5th paragraph
To illustrate the variety of revived species.
To highlight the importance of biodiversity.
To contrast with the dire wolf’s revival process.
To show Colossal’s broader conservation efforts.
What is the author's attitude towards the de-extinction
Opposed and critical. B. Objective and cautious.
C. Supportive and optimistic. D. Humorous and unconcerned. D
You’ve probably heard the saying that the eyes are the windows to the soul, but now it turns out that they’re also connected to how we breathe.
Our pupils (瞳孔) constantly adjust to light, focus, and emotions. The most common fact is that they control how much light entering eyes: look into a mirror and shine a light into your eyes, and your pupils narrow. Doctors use this to check brain health — for example, unresponsive pupils may signal stroke. Pupils also shrink (收缩) when focusing nearby but expand during hard thinking or strong feelings. This process affects how we see things. Bigger pupils help spot dim (暗淡的) objects in side vision; Smaller pupils sharpen focus for reading. Because pupil size also reflects mental effort, scientists track it to study attention in psychology experiments.
For decades, these pupil reactions were the only ones that scientists were aware of. Now, my team and I have corroborated that breathing is a new one. Through a series of five experiments with more than 200 participants, we have proved that pupil size is the smallest at the start of breathing in and the largest while breathing out.
Although the changes in pupils are tiny — smaller than the pupil reaction to light but similar to that to mental effort or more intense emotions — they are in theory large enough to influence our vision. Meanwhile, different from other pupil reactions, this one originates only in the body and happens all the time. Just like the reaction of our pupils to light, breathing may also be used to detect early symptoms of brain-related problems.
What’s more, if our breathing affects how our pupils change, could it also shape how we perceive the world around us Our study opens the door to new insights on how natural body cycles shape our vision, as scientists are finding more and more proof that our brains don’t process external information individually — they combine signals from within our bodies, too. For example, information from our heart and stomach might also influence how we see the world around us.
What is the best-known function of pupils adjusting to light
To improve side vision. B. To detect emotional changes.
C. To check brain health condition. D. To regulate the amount of light into eyes.
What does the underlined word “corroborate” mean in paragraph 3
A. Imagine. B. Confirm. C. Question. D. Change.
What potential medical application is suggested by the author’s study
Reducing mental effort in daily tasks.
Treating stroke through pupil analysis.
Improving vision in low-light conditions.
Detecting early signs of brain diseases via breathing.
Which is the best title of the article
Breathing Affects Vision B. From Light to Mental Effort
C. Link Between Emotion and Vision D. Detect Health via Eye Movement
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。
In today’s fast-paced world, effective time-management is essential for a balanced life. However, a widespread misunderstanding is that managing time means squeezing ( 挤压) in as many tasks as possible. The truth is that intelligent time-management allows you to make the most of your time without constantly feeling overwhelmed. Then, how can you make it
Set clear and achievable schedules. This is the basis of efficient time-management. 36 . By creating detailed plans, you can assign time precisely to tasks and track progress. A well-organized schedule also provides a sense of control and direction, avoiding time-wasting.
37 Smart time-management doesn't mean you have to handle everything alone. Cooperate with others to share workloads when you’re overwhelmed and ask for advice from supervisors, mentors, or experts in relevant fields.
Practice the art of prioritization. Figuring out what's truly important is key to smart time-management. 38 . For instance, you can rank your tasks according to their importance, the degree of difficulty or deadlines, and tackle the most crucial ones first.
Put regular breaks into your routine. Short breaks enhance concentration and prevent burnout. 39 Activities like light exercise or a quick walk during breaks benefit your both mental and physical well-being, thus enhancing your overall productivity.
Embrace flexibility. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and your time-management plans shouldn’t be changeless. 40
Seek assistance when necessary.
Spend less time on less important matters.
You need to adjust schedules and strategies accordingly.
Break down your long-term goals into daily or weekly tasks.
So, making room for short rests in your schedule is necessary.
There are some elements you can consider to prioritize your tasks.
You should always make efforts to complete all tasks on your own.
第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节 完型填空（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、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Once there were three 41 men named Katel, Jacob and Edward. They were 42 . When they were driving a carriage to a destination, they 43 a poor village. People there didn’t have clothes to wear and food to eat. The children and old people appeared very 44 .
The three men felt sad to see their 45 . Katel got out of the car, and 46 all the gold coins and jewels he carried among the villagers. Jacob 47 that the gold coins and jewels were of no use to the villagers, so he gave all his food, drinks 48 to the villagers. Then he returned to his friends. He and Katel waited for Edward to go and 49 the villagers. But Edward didn’t move and asked the other two to 50 . It surprised them. Both of them thought how 51 he was! They returned to the carriage and continued their journey.
When they reached the destination, Edward didn’t take any 52 . He went out and bought 53 equipment, seeds and grain with all his gold coins and jewels. After a few days, on their way home, they again crossed the village. Edward stopped the carriage. This time, he took out all the equipment, seeds and grain from the carriage. Jacob and Katel felt 54 . They hadn’t thought of this way to help the villagers 55 poverty and had misunderstood Edward.
A. brave B. rich C. proud D. clever
A. colleagues B. family C. friends D. competitors
A. passed through B. lived through C. looked through D. broke through
A. quiet B. angry C. tired D. thin
A. condition B. mindset C. movement D. lifestyle
A. lent B. shared C. rented D. sold
A. argued B. thought C. proved D. announced
A. suddenly B. eventually C. equally D. gradually
A. remind B. treat C. teach D. help
A. sit back B. stand by C. give up D. go away
A. merciless B. ignorant C. awkward D. calm
A. risk B. rest C. action D. step
A. engineering B. monitoring C. measuring D. farming
A. anxious B. sorry C. helpless D. nervous
A. get along with B. take charge of C. take control of D. get rid of
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题，共 55 分）
注意事项：
请用蓝黑钢笔或圆珠笔在第Ⅱ卷答题卡上作答，不能答在此试卷上。
试卷中横线及框内注有“▲”的地方，是需要你在第Ⅱ卷答题卡上作答。
第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第二节 语法填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面材料, 在空白处填入适当的内容（1 个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
When people think of temple fairs in China, they often imagine Chinese dragon and lion dances. However, in Sihong, Jiangsu Province, Qiangan Dance was recognized as an intangible cultural heritage in Jiangsu province in 2023, due to its cultural 56 (significant).
A qiangan is a stick made of bamboo or wood, usually 57 (decorate) with copper coins (铜钱), bells and ribbons. Qiangan Dance performers use the qiangan to tap their shoulders, waists, legs and other body parts while dancing 58 the rhythm of local folk music.
Hu Bo, 50, is the president of the Qiangan Dance Association in Sihong County. Born into a family of folk artists, Hu has been practicing the dance for decades. 59 impresses him most is the Huaihe culture behind the dance. Sihong County, 60 is located along the Huaihe River, separates northern and southern China. Thus, the Qiangan Dance here also “combines the ‘softness’ of southern China and ‘boldness’ of northern China,”
However, it was hard to make a living by only relying on Qiangan Dance, according to Hu, “Many people here in Sihong perform the Qiangan Dance just for leisure.” 61 (pass) down the traditional folk dance, Hu formed his own team in 2013. Since then, he 62 (train) people interested in the dance, and now about 30 can perform Qiangan Dance on stage. They
63 (regular) perform at temple fairs and museums and take part in competitions. Hu also shares videos of these performances on Douyin, 64 (attract) many viewers.
“They encourage me to pass down and further develop Qiangan Dance, which strengthens my determination to bring it to 65 bigger stage,” said Hu.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分）
最近，你校就 “Whether you’ll help the old when they fall down” 进行了问卷调查，结果如下表。请根据表格内容写一篇英语短文，向英语校报的 Ethics and Laws 专栏投稿。
“Whether you’ll help the old when they fall down”
调查对象学生 态度 比例 原因
会 78.8﹪ 中华传统美德
不会 21.2﹪ 急救知识不足
你 ？ ？
注意: 1. 写作词数应为 80 词左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
第二节 读后续写（满分 25 分）
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。 Over the summer I moved from Texas to Missouri. I was really nervous about starting a new school. I decided that I would be much happier in a new school if I made friends that were so-called “popular”. Getting in with the right group of people would make my life a whole lot better. I
bought a new outfit, expecting the first day would be perfect.
On the first day of school, scared, yet eager to begin my new life, I walked up the stairs. My first class was geometry, but where was it I was standing in the hall looking confused, when a short, blond girl wearing glasses came up and asked, “Are you new You look lost. Do you want me to help you find your class My name is Diane. What’s yours ” Though she seemed a bit strange, definitely not the kind of person I wanted to be associated with, I decided to answer her anyway. I was, after all, lost. After exchanging names, I followed her up the stairs and down a hallway on the right. When we reached my room she said, “Well, here you are. It was nice meeting you. I hope I see you again and your day goes all right.” I said a quick thank-you and waved good-bye.
Once inside the classroom, I saw one big group of people huddled around someone who seemed to be telling some sort of story. I walked over and got close enough to overhear. All eyes were glued to the guy in the middle of the circle. I decided that this guy was popular.
A few minutes later the teacher told everyone to find a seat and get ready for the class. I managed to get one right next to the guy. I said, “Hi, my name is April and I’m new here.” He said coldly, “Hi, I’m Johnny.” That class dragged on and on. Finally, the bell rang. I turned to him and asked, “I’m not sure where my next class is, could you help me find it ” He looked at me and then said a quick NO, turned back to his friends, and walked out of the classroom.
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。
As they were walking out, I heard they were all laughing at me.
I was ready to go home when I heard a voice calling my name.
遂宁市高中 2026 届第四学期期末教学水平监测
英语试题参考答案
第一部分 听力（共两节, 满分 30 分）
听力（每小题 1.5，共 20 小题，满分 30 分）
1-5 BACBC 6-10 ABACC 11-15 ABCAC 16-20 BBACC
阅读理解（每小题 2.5 分，共 20 小题，满分 50 分）
21-25 ACDDA 26-30 CCCAD 31-35 BDBDA 36-40 DAFEC
完型填空（每小题 1 分，共 15 小题，满分 15 分）
41-45 BCADA 46-50 BBCDA 51-55 ABDBD
语法填空（每小题 1.5 分，共 10 小题，满分 15 分）
significance 57. decorated 58. to 59. What 60.
which
61. To pass 62. has been training / has trained
63. regularly 64. attracting 65. a
写作 第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分）参考范文
Recently our school carried out a survey about “Whether you’ll help the old when they fall down” among the students. Facing the question, the surveyed students hold different opinions.
The survey shows the students offering a positive answer account for 78.8﹪. Most of them think helping the elderly is a Chinese traditional virtue. On the contrary, 21.2 ﹪ are unwilling to offer help. Some think they lack first-aid knowledge, which may even cause further injuries. Another reason may be that they’re afraid of being involved in unnecessary trouble.
In my opinion, it’s our responsibility to help the old, such as helping them by calling their family or 120. Give someone in need a hand, and we’ll have a harmonious society full of love.
写作 第二节 读后续写（满分 25 分）参考范文
As they were walking out, I heard they were all laughing at me. Their shrill laughing let me blush with shame. I felt so embarrassed that I couldn’t do anything but sit there, keeping my body unmoved and holding back my tears. What I wanted
to do was just to make friends with them. I couldn’t figure out why they laughed at me. But one thing was certain, that is, I must remove myself from their presence.
Therefore, I wasn’t ready to leave until they walked far away.
I was ready to go home when I heard a voice calling my name. As a newcomer here with no friends yet, I felt a little strange. Turning around, I saw Diane coming up to me with a warm smile on her face. She said she would walk together with me. What a kind and friendly girl she was, I thought. I was deeply moved so that I left all my embarrassment and sadness behind. On our way home, we talked a lot and I was surprised to find we had a lot in common. I also realized the true meaning of a friend.
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者进入新学校第一天的迷茫与困惑。作者一开
始找不到教室，一个名叫戴安娜的女孩主动提供帮助并带领他找到了教室，但作者却不想与戴安娜交朋友。之后在教室遇到非常受欢迎的约翰尼，作者向其寻求帮助，却被无情的拒绝。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①.由第一段首句内容“当他们走出去的时候，我听到他们都在嘲笑我”可知，第一段可描写作者听到嘲笑之后的心理状态及情绪表现。
②.由第二段首句内容“在我准备回家之前，我听到一个声音在喊我的名字。”可知，第二段可描写作者听到声音之后的反应及作者的感想。
2. 续写线索：被嘲笑 — 尴尬 — 伤心 — 听到有人(Diane)叫作者 — 感动 — 感悟