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江西省2024—2025下学期高二年级期末考试
高二英语试卷
试卷共8页，67小题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 考查范围：选择性必修第三册～选择性必修第四册Unit 3。
2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡指定位置上。
3. 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。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1.What did the woman plan to do
A. See a doctor. B. Sit on the chair. C. Take away the chair.
【答案】C
【原文】M: Ouch! That hurts! Is this chair made of paper
W: This chair is broken. I was just going to remove it, but you sat on it.
M: I think I need to see a doctor.
2. How does the woman sound
A. Disappointed. B. Confused. C. Annoyed.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Wasn’t this guy killed in the last episode Why does he appear in this episode Did I miss something
M: This is crazy! I’m so disappointed with the plot.
3. What is wrong with the water cooler
A. It is out of order. B. It contains no water. C. Its container needs cleaning.
【答案】B
【原文】M: The water cooler seems to be out of order. It can’t get water out.
W: Can’t you just look up There’s no water in the water container.
M: Oh, you’re right.
4. What is the conversation mainly about
A. Study plans. B. Exam results. C. Weak subjects.
【答案】A
【原文】M: In order not to let my parents down on my exam result this time, I think I will study hard at home this weekend.
W: Me, too. I’m going to spend more time on weak subjects. Why don’t we study together
M: Good idea.
5. Who might the man be
A. Jane’s roommate. B. A security guard. C. A house owner.
【答案】C
【原文】M: Jane, I think you need to find a new roommate. Jenny told me that she was moving out and asked me to return the security deposit to her.
W: What She never told me about it.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. Why does the man apologize to the woman
A. He missed her call.
B. He didn’t help her.
C. His parents talked too loudly.
7. What is the woman going to do this Sunday
A. Buy a present. B. Attend a party. C. Meet her family.
【答案】6. C 7. B
【原文】M: Sorry, my parents were talking too loudly on the phone.
W: Ha ha. Never mind. I’m getting used to it now.
M: Rebecca, you probably heard everything. My brother Aden’s birthday will be on Sunday. My family wants to invite you to the party.
W: Thanks. I like parties a lot. Do you need any help with the party
M: No, my parents will get it ready.
W: Good. What gift did you buy for your brother
M: I prepared a watch for him.
W: Sounds great. See you on Sunday.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Father and daughter. C. Neighbors.
9. What made Felix sick
A. Carsickness. B. Overeating. C. Spoiled food.
10. What is the discount at the supermarket today
A. 40%. B. 50%. C. 60%.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. B
【原文】M: Hey, Elise. I heard your son Felix was sent to hospital last night. What happened How is he
W: Hi, Noah. He is okay now. He said he had an upset stomach after supper last night, but I didn’t take it seriously. Soon after, he began to throw up after eating some fruit. I was terrified and rushed him to the doctor with my husband.
M: Was there anything wrong with the food
W: I also ate the food, so it had nothing to do with the diet. It’s that Felix hadn’t recovered from the carsickness after the trip to visit his grandpa. Because of his sickness, we usually take the train to travel.
M: I see. Then you’d better get him some light food these days. The nearby supermarket is doing a promotion. Would you like to take a look
W: Are they giving two-for-one or selling expiring food at low prices
M: Neither. For all the goods, you just need to pay half of the original price.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where are probably the speakers
A. At home. B. In the office. C. In a store.
12. Which key is the man looking for
A. His office key. B. His house key. C. His car key.
13. What will the man do next
A. Attend a meeting. B. Go to the kitchen. C. Search for his bag.
【答案】11. A 12. C 13. B
【原文】M: Alisa, we have to go right now.
W: OK. When will you finish work
M: I don’t know. When the meeting finishes, I will come to your company and pick you up.
W: OK, call me if you come.
M: But where is my key Do you see it
W: What kind of key, honey I already take the house key.
M: I mean my car key. I forget where I put it. Find it for me please.
W: Hmm… Normally you keep it in your bag.
M: Yes, but now it isn’t in my bag. I never put it in other places.
W: Have you looked for it in the kitchen Maybe it is on the kitchen table.
M: OK. Let me see…
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. When does Lisa get up now
A. Around 6:30 a. m. B. Around 7:00 a. m. C. Around 7:30 a. m.
15. Why did Lisa buy the coffee machine
A. It was very cheap.
B. It looks beautiful.
C. It has a special function.
16. What is the man’s reaction after hearing about the machine
A. Worried. B. Doubtful. C. Interested.
17. What is Lisa most probably
A. A teacher. B. A doctor. C. A student.
【答案】14. B 15. C 16. C 17. A
【原文】M: Lisa, when do you usually get up in the morning
W: Well, I used to get up around 6:30 a.m., but now I can get up half an hour later.
M: How come
W: I used to get up early to make coffee. But now I don’t have to.
M: You don’t drink coffee now
W: Don’t get me wrong, I still drink coffee. I just don’t have to get up that early to make coffee. I bought a coffee machine. It can make coffee automatically as long as you set it the previous night. When the coffee is done, it will send an alarm to wake you up. So I usually get up after the coffee is ready.
M: Really It must have cost you an arm and a leg.
W: Well, you have to pay 420 dollars for it now. But when I got it, I just paid 300 dollars. Are you thinking of getting one as well
M: Yes. I go to work very early. I used to make coffee myself in the early morning. But it was not an easy task, so I stopped. Having such a machine would mean I could drink coffee in the morning again.
W: Many people love it. I have recommended it to many of my colleagues. And some of them even have recommended it to their students’ parents.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. How many times a month do American women cry on average
A. About 3.5 times. B. About 2.5 times. C. About 1.9 times.
19. What does today’s psychological thought agree
A. Crying is a sign of weakness.
B. Crying helps people release stress.
C. Crying contributes to people’s intelligence.
20. What does the speaker mention in the end
A. Benefits of crying.
B. Disadvantages of crying.
C. Methods of controlling the feelings.
【答案】18. A 19. B 20. A
【原文】W: On average, American women cry about 3.5 times each month, while American men cry about 1.9 times each month. These figures may take some of us by surprise, especially as our society has often looked at crying — particularly by men — as a sign of weakness.
As a phenomenon that is unique to humans, crying is a natural response to a range of emotions, from deep sadness to extreme happiness and joy. But is crying good for your health The answer appears to be yes. Medical benefits of crying have been known as far back as the Classical era. Thinkers and physicians of ancient Greece and Rome believed that tears work like a magic medicine that could purify us. Today’s psychological thought largely agrees, emphasizing the role of crying as a mechanism that allows us to release stress and emotional pain.
Crying is important, largely because keeping negative feelings inside can be bad for our health. Crying has also been shown to increase attachment behavior, encouraging closeness and support from friends and family.
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
Confused by all the choices Check out our best music festivals this year. We’ll keep updating this, so stay tuned.
The Governors Ball
It’ll kick off on Friday night alongside performers like Benson, The Beaches and T-Pain. Pop star Olivia Rodrigo is set to be the headliner on Saturday, when Glasshouse, Marina and The Garden will also perform. Singer-songwriter Hozier will then wrap it all up on Sunday night.
Date: July 4-July 6
Cost: Starting $179
Boiler Room Festival
For the past 15 years, Boiler Room has done more to elevate DJing as an art form. Head to the festival on July 11 or July 12 to enjoy what’s sure to be an iconic group of A-list DJs, including Juicy Romance, Soul Sugar and more.
Dates: July 11-July 12
Cost: Mostly free or pay-what-you-wish
Forest Hills Stadium
Forest Hills Stadium 2025 concert lineup in Queens is looking pretty awesome—so you might want to add a lot of shows to your must-attend list. Among them include Phish, Mumford & Sons, The Black Keys, Leon Bridges, Alabama Shakes, Clairo and more.
Dates: August 11-September 9
Costs: Various depending on the show and seat
Lincoln Center’s Music Festival
The fourth annual festival brings more than 200 events to the city. Expect global dance parties, experimental opera, jazz nights, pop-ups and tons more. This year’s programming also takes a deeper dive into international artistry than ever before.
Dates: August 30-October 25
Cost: Starting $120
21. Who will perform at the end of the Governors Ball
A. Benson. B. Glasshouse.
C. Hozier. D. Marina.
22. What mainly features Lincoln Center’s Music Festival
A. Being titled as the greatest event.
B. Being specialized in jazz music.
C. Being held for the fourteenth year.
D. Being comprehensive and international.
23. Which of the following festivals will charge you least
A. The Governors Ball.
B. Boiler Room Festival.
C. Lincoln Center’s Music Festival.
D. Forest Hill Stadium.
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. B
B
Even if a bushfire threatened the rural Australian community of Wytaliba, Gary Wilson and his wife Julie Willis decided not to leave their wooden house. The couple had a home which was full of orphaned (孤儿) baby kangaroos to protect.
More than 10 of the baby kangaroos stayed safe inside fabric pouches that hung in the couple’s living room. Each piece of cloth looked like the opening where mother kangaroos carry their young babies. As the wild fires grew nearer, full-grown kangaroos and other wildlife that had left their care long ago came back to the house in search of protection.
Even if the couple’s house is now surrounded by burned land and vehicles, they decided to defend their home for at least 14 hours with fire extinguishers (灭火器) and water pumps. To their relief, their house had a special device on its top that sprayed water on hot ashes falling on this house. What they had been well ready for helped the building stay safe as before. So did the motherless animals.
But what was really bad was that the fire hitting the small community killed two of Wilson’s neighbors. “It was a horrible thing,” Wilson said. “The whole bush has been burnt. Most animals, such as possums, gliders, lizards and even many birds, were not fast enough to escape.”
While Wilson and Willis usually care for baby kangaroos that are rescued after their mothers are struck by vehicles, they are now welcoming an increasing number of fire orphans. Wilson said, “We didn’t have children ourselves; this is what we spend our time doing. We think it is worthy — a worthy cause — looking after our babies no matter what they are.”
24 Why did the couple stay at their wooden house
A. To defend their wooden house.
B. To protect those baby kangaroos.
C. To wait for more chances in the fire.
D. To collect more orphaned animals.
25. Why did the couple’s house stay safe
A. They had good luck.
B. They had firefighters to help.
C. They had made good preparations.
D. They had a house with solid building materials.
26. What is implied in Wilson’s words in the last paragraph
A. The couple expect to have their own time.
B. The couple think that their care is of little value.
C. The couple treat the orphaned animals as their children.
D. The couple have a preference for animals than their neighbors.
27. What is the main idea of the text
A. A couple provided a shelter for the orphaned animals.
B A couple was unwilling to leave their beloved house.
C. It was dangerous to survive when a bushfire broke out.
D. A bushfire caused great damage to a rural community.
【答案】24. B 25. C 26. C 27. A
C
Described as bottled poetry, wine is one of our wonderful creations. Nothing conveys that better than the great flavor of New Zealand’s wines. However, New Zealand’s wine industry struggles with issues like pesticide (杀虫剂) use, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and climate change impacts like droughts and disease. Fortunately, the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) program offers hope by improving the industry’s environmental practices.
First launched in 1995, SWNZ was one of the world’s first sustainability certifications for winemakers. Since then, it’s been widely adopted. Members of the program must submit annual reports and undergo independent examination. Besides its commitment to environmental health, the program also focuses on employees working in the industry, climate action, water conservation, waste reduction and soil health. Over 90% of New Zealand’s vineyards (葡萄园) participate, showing the industry’s commitment.
While only a small percentage of these vineyards are fully organic, most of them use eco-friendly pest control. For example, they cut off vines to increase airflow and sunlight to reduce diseases naturally. They remove some leaves sometimes to improve soil and save water. Besides, they turn to SWNZ for help to prevent the spread of unwanted diseases.
Wine production also causes other environmental impacts. A lot of water is needed during the process. Therefore, most of vineyards have practices to reduce water use, including recycling cleaning water and purchasing new equipment for better water use. Together with wine, lots of waste is produced in the form of grape skins, seeds and stems. Most vineyards compost (把……制成堆肥) this waste, spread it back to the earth, or turn it into feed for livestock.
New Zealand’s wine industry, though small, has global influence. In 2024, exports reached $2.1 billion, making it the country’s sixth-largest export. By taking small, consistent steps—like lighter packaging and carbon reduction—the industry aims to balance quality wine with a healthier planet. As climate challenges grow, SWNZ’s model offers lessons for industries worldwide.
28. What is the SWNZ program working on
A. Creating best wine worldwide.
B. Employing workers for wineyards.
C. Awarding certificates to skillful winemakers.
D. Controlling the environmental impacts of winemaking.
29. What do we know about the vineyards from the examples in paragraph 3
A. Most of them are fully organic.
B. Eco-friendly methods are widely used.
C. The farmers gain more profits.
D. Unwanted diseases have been totally prevented.
30. Which practice has been widely adopted in New Zealand
A. Using water more efficiently.
B. Applying pesticide to reduce diseases.
C. Reducing waste in wine production.
D. Raising money for buying new equipment.
31. What is a suitable title for the text
A. Influence of New Zealand’s Winemakers
B. Benefits from New Zealand’s Wine Industry
C. Developmental challenges of Wine Production
D. Sustainable Solutions in New Zealand’s Wine Industry
【答案】28. D 29. B 30. A 31. D
D
One billion people globally are not accessible to basic transportation, and they live over two kilometers from a usable road. This isolation causes severe problems: dangerous journeys to school or clinics, and difficulty reaching markets. Building footbridges is a key solution, but identifying where to build a bridge remains a major challenge, especially in Africa where about 60% of rivers and waterways are unmapped.
To solve this, Bridges to Prosperity, a nonprofit organization that builds footbridges in isolated communities across the world, partnered with others to build WaterNet. It is an AI model designed to use available satellite imagery and data to map missing waterways. It has already identified three times the number of known mapped rivers globally, adding over 124 million kilometers of previously unseen rivers and streams.
The model is publicly available and open-source for other organizations and governments to use, and mapping rivers is only the first step. Bridges to Prosperity uses WaterNet along with another tool, Fika Map, which models travel times to assess how long it takes someone to walk to a school or clinic, providing accurate data they lack for rural areas. This combined data empowers governments to make smarter, evidence-based infrastructure (基础设施) investments.
While WaterNet was designed with rural bridges in mind, its potential is much broader. Unlike high-powered AI language models, it runs on a lightweight, affordable, and energy-efficient system. However, it also has a restraint. “People think AI knows everything,” said Nivi Sharma, CEO of Bridges to Prosperity. “But if you don’t train it right, it can exclude entire populations. AI is a support system, not a substitute for judgment.”
WaterNet has already made a significant impact, but it is the beginning of a broader movement. “As weather patterns change, rivers become unpredictable. The communities most affected are often the least visible. That has to change. I believe that WaterNet doesn’t sit in some academic corner of the Internet, but it really changes the mainstream maps and how we think about rural communities,” said Sharma.
32. What is the function of the first paragraph
A. To lead into the main topic of the text.
B. To present the challenges humans face.
C. To introduce the advantages of building footbridges.
D. To provide some technical knowledge of WaterNet.
33. How does WaterNet help in building rural bridges
A. By offering good advice to the experts.
B. By making smart evidence-based decisions.
C. By providing accurate data to map waterways.
D. By solving the problems caused by weather changes.
34. What does the underlined word “restraint” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Preference. B. Limitation.
C. Level. D. Measure.
35. What can we infer about WaterNet from Sharma’s words in the last paragraph
A. It will become a more influential tool.
B. It is a result of an academic research.
C. It has become mainstream and scientific.
D. It will change weather patterns in the end.
【答案】32. A 33. C 34. B 35. A
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Have you been feeling unsatisfied lately If so it may be because you haven’t found your life’s purpose. Your life’s purpose can lead you to a happy life. ____36____ Check out these easy ways to find your purpose in life.
Explore your passions. Think about what you enjoy spending the most time doing. Perhaps you like singing, being in nature, cooking, working out, writing, or performing well at work. The things you love to do are your passions. Focus on what makes you happy rather than the materialistic or societal value of something. ____37____
Write a personal vision statement. Identifying your core values can help you envision your future. Take a moment to write down your hopes, dreams, and goals. ____38____ Use this simple statement as a reminder to work towards your goals and discover your life’s purpose. A personal vision statement describes your values, strengths, and goals.
____39____ Who you surround yourself with can greatly impact your life. So, spend time with people who bring out the best in you! Make friends with people who have a realistic and positive outlook on life and aren’t afraid to chase their dreams. Who knows You may just learn your life’s purpose through them.
Practice self-acceptance. Being aware of what you can and can’t do is a great way to understand what your life purpose may be. Self-acceptance is all about accepting yourself as you are — faults and all. ____40____ The sooner you accept that, the faster you can give meaning to your life. Believe that you’re worthy of joy and happiness.
A. No one is perfect.
B. Develop a growth mindset.
C. Become confident in your passions.
D. Spend time with people who uplift you.
E. It’s never too late to start looking for a purpose.
F. Your true passions finally fill your heart with joy.
G. Then hang this paper somewhere you’ll always see it.
【答案】36. E 37. F 38. G 39. D 40. A
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。
There’s an autumn day that I recall every time I feel anxious. I was a teenager at the time, ____41____ in my studies and the pressure of upcoming college applications. It was my ____42____, Mr. Jensen, who brought me back to earth.
Mr. Jensen was a quiet man in his seventies who lived alone in the house next door. Despite our ____43____ difference we had a shared love for gardening, a hobby that formed an ____44____ friendship between us.
One sunny afternoon, feeling ____45____, I decided to take a break from my studies. I ____46____ outside to my backyard garden where I began to weed alone. Mr. Jensen was there as usual, ____47____ his blossoming rosebushes.
Seeing my frustration, he walked over and ____48____ started weeding alongside me. A few minutes later, he finally spoke up. “Weeding a garden is a lot like ____49____ life. Sometimes, we focus so much on the weeds — the problems and difficulties — that we forget to enjoy the ____50____.”
He gestured to the beautiful roses in his garden, their ____51____ colors shining in the sun. “Don’t forget to appreciate the roses, even as you deal with the weeds.” That simple ____52____ hit me hard. I had been so focused on my problems that I had forgotten to enjoy my ____53____ — the friendships, the joy of learning new things, and the beauty of nature.
That day, Mr. Jensen taught me a lesson that I’ve ____54____ with me ever since. Now, whenever I find myself ____55____ by life’s “weeds”, I pause, take a deep breath, and remember to enjoy my “roses”.
41. A. interested B. occupied C. involved D. trapped
42. A. neighbor B. teacher C. playmate D. guide
43. A. gender B. age C. nation D. character
44. A. unstable B. unreal C. unlikely D. unpopular
45. A. ready B. down C. lost D. nervous
46. A. headed B. preferred C. compared D. jumped
47. A. comforting B. photographing C. decorating D. tending
48. A. gently B. cheerfully C. silently D. suddenly
49. A. withdrawing from B. taking over C. suffering from D. going through
50. A. treasures B. flowers C. attractions D. diamonds
51. A. temporary B. unique C. vivid D. favorite
52. A. wisdom B. action C. routine D. tension
53. A. present B. success C. memory D. money
54. A. shared B. provided C. agreed D. carried
55. A. impressed B. influenced C. threatened D. possessed
【答案】41. D 42. A 43. B 44. C 45. B 46. A 47. D 48. C 49. D 50. B 51. C 52. A 53. A 54. D 55. B
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。
The knowledge economy is the economy we’ve been in since the rise of computing in the 1990s. In the knowledge economy, our intellectual abilities and our technical skills are ____56____ have pushed our economies forward and have been core to work. The rise of AI marks ____57____ fundamental shift from the “knowledge economy” to an “innovation economy”, where unique human skills become ____58____ (center) to growth.
The innovation economy ____59____ (emerge) out of AI means that human innovation will be core to work and the driver of economic growth. Innovation comes from our human skills such as ____60____ (creative) and communication. These skills allow us to come up with new ideas, build new teams and new companies, and even imagine ____61____ (entire) new industries. These skills can be strengthened through AI but can’t be replaced.
In the past years, the knowledge economy ____62____ (lower) our social and emotional abilities to the “soft skills”. But we’re entering a new moment when the core skills companies need are shifting. As technologies like AI and robotics take on a lot of the intellectual and physical ____63____ (aspect) of work, our human skills are actually becoming the new “hard skills”. The job market is going to place much greater emphasis and value ____64____ these skills in the coming years. So now is the time for anyone who hasn’t focused on them yet _____65_____ (get) started.
【答案】56. what
57. a 58. central
59. emerging
60. creativity
61. entirely
62. has lowered
63. aspects
64. on##upon
65. to get
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，上周五你参加了学校举办的以“飞扬青春，思辨明理(Youth in Bloom, Truth through Debate)”为主题的辩论赛。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封电子邮件，分享此次经历。内容包括：
1. 辩论赛的过程；
2. 你的感受。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I’m excited to share my experience in the school debate competition last Friday afternoon.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Chris,
I’m excited to share my experience in the school debate competition last Friday afternoon. The theme was “Youth in Bloom, Truth through Debate”, which perfectly captured the spirit of critical thinking and youthful energy.
Our team argued against the motion “Technology makes teenagers lonelier”. As the third speaker, I presented our arguments by using statistics and real-life examples. The most thrilling part was the free debate session, where both sides exchanged sharp arguments. After heated discussions, we won by a narrow margin! This experience taught me the power of teamwork and logical reasoning. It was an unforgettable experience for me!
What’s new with you Looking forward to your reply!
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
Three years ago, I was annoyed with my weight. Every day, I had to face the same battle — waking up breathless, and feeling terrible as I climbed the stairs to my classroom. How I wanted to become thin and healthy like the girls in gym class. Yet every attempt to exercise ended in failure. My gym shoes gathered dust in the closet as I returned to old habits of late-night snacks and sitting for a long time on the couch.
One cold morning, as I returned home slowly after a disappointing jog where I’d hardly reached the park gate, I noticed an elderly woman practicing Tai Chi in the community garden. Her movements were wonderful and powerful even if she looked thin and weak.
“Good morning!” I greeted her, trying to hide my own red cheeks and labored breathing. She stopped her routine and smiled, the wrinkles on her face looking like the pages of a well-read book. “Ah, I remember that look,” she said, pointing to my water bottle and gym shorts. “It is the same look of someone who has been fighting the same battle for too long.”
I nodded with shame as she invited me to sit on the bench beside her. “Let me share a secret,” she said calmly. “Thirty years ago, I was diagnosed with a heart condition. The doctors said I needed to make a change or I’ll be at the risk of losing my life. I was still young and I wasn’t ready to die yet.” Her story went on with the rhythm of her breathing exercises. She spoke of starting small — ten minutes of walking daily, and then gradually increasing distance.
“What kept you going ” I asked when she paused, my eyes fixed on her weathered hands that now moved very flexibly. “Habit,” she answered firmly. “Not perfection. Some days I walked through rain, others through snow. I didn’t measure success by the scale but by how many stairs I could climb without pause. And slowly, my body began to change — not just in size, but in strength and reaction.”
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Her words hit me as I watched her practice Tai Chi.
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Last Saturday morning, I was running when I met the elderly woman again.
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【答案】
Her words hit me as I watched her practice Tai Chi. That evening I took out my dusty sneakers, not with grand ambitions, but with a quiet determination. I began where she suggested — ten minutes of walking daily, gradually incorporating short jogging intervals. I also replaced my sugary snacks with fruits kept conveniently in my backpack. Several months later, I noticed some small changes in myself. I got enough energy that could carry me through school days. What’s more, I had the confidence to complete the training tasks given by my teacher during PE class.
Last Saturday morning, I was running when I met the elderly woman again. I stopped and greeted her. “You have become a completely different person. You look so healthy and dynamic. What’s really impressive is that you have a thin figure,” she said. I told her what I had been doing after she shared her experience. It was her words that did have an influence on me. Thanks to the elderly woman, I realized that the small choices we make every day really make a difference in our life. What’s more important, I have been offering the same advice to those in the same trouble.绝密★启用前
江西省2024—2025下学期高二年级期末考试
高二英语试卷
试卷共8页，67小题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 考查范围：选择性必修第三册～选择性必修第四册Unit 3。
2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡指定位置上。
3. 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。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1.What did the woman plan to do
A. See a doctor. B. Sit on the chair. C. Take away the chair.
2. How does the woman sound
A. Disappointed. B. Confused. C. Annoyed.
3. What is wrong with the water cooler
A. It is out of order. B. It contains no water. C. Its container needs cleaning.
4. What is the conversation mainly about
A. Study plans. B. Exam results. C. Weak subjects.
5. Who might the man be
A. Jane’s roommate. B. A security guard. C. A house owner.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. Why does the man apologize to the woman
A. He missed her call.
B. He didn’t help her.
C. His parents talked too loudly.
7. What is the woman going to do this Sunday
A. Buy a present. B. Attend a party. C. Meet her family.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Father and daughter. C. Neighbors.
9. What made Felix sick
A. Carsickness. B. Overeating. C. Spoiled food.
10. What is the discount at the supermarket today
A. 40%. B. 50%. C. 60%.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where are probably the speakers
A. At home. B. In the office. C. In a store.
12. Which key is the man looking for
A. His office key. B. His house key. C. His car key.
13. What will the man do next
A. Attend a meeting. B. Go to the kitchen. C. Search for his bag.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. When does Lisa get up now
A. Around 6:30 a. m. B. Around 7:00 a. m. C. Around 7:30 a. m.
15. Why did Lisa buy the coffee machine
A. It was very cheap.
B. It looks beautiful.
C. It has a special function.
16. What is the man’s reaction after hearing about the machine
A. Worried. B. Doubtful. C. Interested.
17. What is Lisa most probably
A. A teacher. B. A doctor. C. A student.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. How many times a month do American women cry on average
A. About 3.5 times. B. About 2.5 times. C. About 1.9 times.
19. What does today’s psychological thought agree
A. Crying is a sign of weakness.
B. Crying helps people release stress.
C. Crying contributes to people’s intelligence.
20. What does the speaker mention in the end
A. Benefits of crying.
B. Disadvantages of crying.
C. Methods of controlling the feelings.
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
Confused by all the choices Check out our best music festivals this year. We’ll keep updating this, so stay tuned.
The Governors Ball
It’ll kick off on Friday night alongside performers like Benson, The Beaches and T-Pain. Pop star Olivia Rodrigo is set to be the headliner on Saturday, when Glasshouse, Marina and The Garden will also perform. Singer-songwriter Hozier will then wrap it all up on Sunday night.
Date: July 4-July 6
Cost: Starting $179
Boiler Room Festival
For the past 15 years, Boiler Room has done more to elevate DJing as an art form. Head to the festival on July 11 or July 12 to enjoy what’s sure to be an iconic group of A-list DJs, including Juicy Romance, Soul Sugar and more.
Dates: July 11-July 12
Cost: Mostly free or pay-what-you-wish
Forest Hills Stadium
Forest Hills Stadium 2025 concert lineup in Queens is looking pretty awesome—so you might want to add a lot of shows to your must-attend list. Among them include Phish, Mumford & Sons, The Black Keys, Leon Bridges, Alabama Shakes, Clairo and more.
Dates: August 11-September 9
Costs: Various depending on the show and seat
Lincoln Center’s Music Festival
The fourth annual festival brings more than 200 events to the city. Expect global dance parties, experimental opera, jazz nights, pop-ups and tons more. This year’s programming also takes a deeper dive into international artistry than ever before.
Dates: August 30-October 25
Cost: Starting $120
21. Who will perform at the end of the Governors Ball
A. Benson. B. Glasshouse.
C. Hozier. D. Marina.
22. What mainly features Lincoln Center’s Music Festival
A. Being titled as the greatest event.
B. Being specialized in jazz music.
C. Being held for the fourteenth year.
D. Being comprehensive and international.
23. Which of the following festivals will charge you least
A. The Governors Ball.
B. Boiler Room Festival.
C. Lincoln Center’s Music Festival.
D. Forest Hill Stadium.
B
Even if a bushfire threatened the rural Australian community of Wytaliba, Gary Wilson and his wife Julie Willis decided not to leave their wooden house. The couple had a home which was full of orphaned (孤儿) baby kangaroos to protect.
More than 10 of the baby kangaroos stayed safe inside fabric pouches that hung in the couple’s living room. Each piece of cloth looked like the opening where mother kangaroos carry their young babies. As the wild fires grew nearer, full-grown kangaroos and other wildlife that had left their care long ago came back to the house in search of protection.
Even if the couple’s house is now surrounded by burned land and vehicles, they decided to defend their home for at least 14 hours with fire extinguishers (灭火器) and water pumps. To their relief, their house had a special device on its top that sprayed water on hot ashes falling on this house. What they had been well ready for helped the building stay safe as before. So did the motherless animals.
But what was really bad was that the fire hitting the small community killed two of Wilson’s neighbors. “It was a horrible thing,” Wilson said. “The whole bush has been burnt. Most animals, such as possums, gliders, lizards and even many birds, were not fast enough to escape.”
While Wilson and Willis usually care for baby kangaroos that are rescued after their mothers are struck by vehicles, they are now welcoming an increasing number of fire orphans. Wilson said, “We didn’t have children ourselves; this is what we spend our time doing. We think it is worthy — a worthy cause — looking after our babies no matter what they are.”
24 Why did the couple stay at their wooden house
A. To defend their wooden house.
B. To protect those baby kangaroos.
C. To wait for more chances in the fire.
D. To collect more orphaned animals.
25. Why did the couple’s house stay safe
A. They had good luck.
B. They had firefighters to help.
C. They had made good preparations.
D. They had a house with solid building materials.
26. What is implied in Wilson’s words in the last paragraph
A. The couple expect to have their own time.
B. The couple think that their care is of little value.
C. The couple treat the orphaned animals as their children.
D. The couple have a preference for animals than their neighbors.
27. What is the main idea of the text
A. A couple provided a shelter for the orphaned animals.
B A couple was unwilling to leave their beloved house.
C. It was dangerous to survive when a bushfire broke out.
D. A bushfire caused great damage to a rural community.
C
Described as bottled poetry, wine is one of our wonderful creations. Nothing conveys that better than the great flavor of New Zealand’s wines. However, New Zealand’s wine industry struggles with issues like pesticide (杀虫剂) use, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and climate change impacts like droughts and disease. Fortunately, the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) program offers hope by improving the industry’s environmental practices.
First launched in 1995, SWNZ was one of the world’s first sustainability certifications for winemakers. Since then, it’s been widely adopted. Members of the program must submit annual reports and undergo independent examination. Besides its commitment to environmental health, the program also focuses on employees working in the industry, climate action, water conservation, waste reduction and soil health. Over 90% of New Zealand’s vineyards (葡萄园) participate, showing the industry’s commitment.
While only a small percentage of these vineyards are fully organic, most of them use eco-friendly pest control. For example, they cut off vines to increase airflow and sunlight to reduce diseases naturally. They remove some leaves sometimes to improve soil and save water. Besides, they turn to SWNZ for help to prevent the spread of unwanted diseases.
Wine production also causes other environmental impacts. A lot of water is needed during the process. Therefore, most of vineyards have practices to reduce water use, including recycling cleaning water and purchasing new equipment for better water use. Together with wine, lots of waste is produced in the form of grape skins, seeds and stems. Most vineyards compost (把……制成堆肥) this waste, spread it back to the earth, or turn it into feed for livestock.
New Zealand’s wine industry, though small, has global influence. In 2024, exports reached $2.1 billion, making it the country’s sixth-largest export. By taking small, consistent steps—like lighter packaging and carbon reduction—the industry aims to balance quality wine with a healthier planet. As climate challenges grow, SWNZ’s model offers lessons for industries worldwide.
28. What is the SWNZ program working on
A. Creating best wine worldwide.
B. Employing workers for wineyards.
C. Awarding certificates to skillful winemakers.
D. Controlling the environmental impacts of winemaking.
29. What do we know about the vineyards from the examples in paragraph 3
A. Most of them are fully organic.
B. Eco-friendly methods are widely used.
C. The farmers gain more profits.
D. Unwanted diseases have been totally prevented.
30. Which practice has been widely adopted in New Zealand
A. Using water more efficiently.
B. Applying pesticide to reduce diseases.
C. Reducing waste in wine production.
D. Raising money for buying new equipment.
31. What is a suitable title for the text
A. Influence of New Zealand’s Winemakers
B. Benefits from New Zealand’s Wine Industry
C. Developmental challenges of Wine Production
D. Sustainable Solutions in New Zealand’s Wine Industry
D
One billion people globally are not accessible to basic transportation, and they live over two kilometers from a usable road. This isolation causes severe problems: dangerous journeys to school or clinics, and difficulty reaching markets. Building footbridges is a key solution, but identifying where to build a bridge remains a major challenge, especially in Africa where about 60% of rivers and waterways are unmapped.
To solve this, Bridges to Prosperity, a nonprofit organization that builds footbridges in isolated communities across the world, partnered with others to build WaterNet. It is an AI model designed to use available satellite imagery and data to map missing waterways. It has already identified three times the number of known mapped rivers globally, adding over 124 million kilometers of previously unseen rivers and streams.
The model is publicly available and open-source for other organizations and governments to use, and mapping rivers is only the first step. Bridges to Prosperity uses WaterNet along with another tool, Fika Map, which models travel times to assess how long it takes someone to walk to a school or clinic, providing accurate data they lack for rural areas. This combined data empowers governments to make smarter, evidence-based infrastructure (基础设施) investments.
While WaterNet was designed with rural bridges in mind, its potential is much broader. Unlike high-powered AI language models, it runs on a lightweight, affordable, and energy-efficient system. However, it also has a restraint. “People think AI knows everything,” said Nivi Sharma, CEO of Bridges to Prosperity. “But if you don’t train it right, it can exclude entire populations. AI is a support system, not a substitute for judgment.”
WaterNet has already made a significant impact, but it is the beginning of a broader movement. “As weather patterns change, rivers become unpredictable. The communities most affected are often the least visible. That has to change. I believe that WaterNet doesn’t sit in some academic corner of the Internet, but it really changes the mainstream maps and how we think about rural communities,” said Sharma.
32. What is the function of the first paragraph
A. To lead into the main topic of the text.
B. To present the challenges humans face.
C. To introduce the advantages of building footbridges.
D. To provide some technical knowledge of WaterNet.
33. How does WaterNet help in building rural bridges
A. By offering good advice to the experts.
B. By making smart evidence-based decisions.
C. By providing accurate data to map waterways.
D. By solving the problems caused by weather changes.
34. What does the underlined word “restraint” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Preference. B. Limitation.
C. Level. D. Measure.
35. What can we infer about WaterNet from Sharma’s words in the last paragraph
A. It will become a more influential tool.
B. It is a result of an academic research.
C. It has become mainstream and scientific.
D. It will change weather patterns in the end.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Have you been feeling unsatisfied lately If so it may be because you haven’t found your life’s purpose. Your life’s purpose can lead you to a happy life. ____36____ Check out these easy ways to find your purpose in life.
Explore your passions. Think about what you enjoy spending the most time doing. Perhaps you like singing, being in nature, cooking, working out, writing, or performing well at work. The things you love to do are your passions. Focus on what makes you happy rather than the materialistic or societal value of something. ____37____
Write a personal vision statement. Identifying your core values can help you envision your future. Take a moment to write down your hopes, dreams, and goals. ____38____ Use this simple statement as a reminder to work towards your goals and discover your life’s purpose. A personal vision statement describes your values, strengths, and goals.
____39____ Who you surround yourself with can greatly impact your life. So, spend time with people who bring out the best in you! Make friends with people who have a realistic and positive outlook on life and aren’t afraid to chase their dreams. Who knows You may just learn your life’s purpose through them.
Practice self-acceptance. Being aware of what you can and can’t do is a great way to understand what your life purpose may be. Self-acceptance is all about accepting yourself as you are — faults and all. ____40____ The sooner you accept that, the faster you can give meaning to your life. Believe that you’re worthy of joy and happiness.
A. No one is perfect.
B. Develop a growth mindset.
C. Become confident in your passions.
D. Spend time with people who uplift you.
E. It’s never too late to start looking for a purpose.
F. Your true passions finally fill your heart with joy.
G. Then hang this paper somewhere you’ll always see it.
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。
There’s an autumn day that I recall every time I feel anxious. I was a teenager at the time, ____41____ in my studies and the pressure of upcoming college applications. It was my ____42____, Mr. Jensen, who brought me back to earth.
Mr. Jensen was a quiet man in his seventies who lived alone in the house next door. Despite our ____43____ difference we had a shared love for gardening, a hobby that formed an ____44____ friendship between us.
One sunny afternoon, feeling ____45____, I decided to take a break from my studies. I ____46____ outside to my backyard garden where I began to weed alone. Mr. Jensen was there as usual, ____47____ his blossoming rosebushes.
Seeing my frustration, he walked over and ____48____ started weeding alongside me. A few minutes later, he finally spoke up. “Weeding a garden is a lot like ____49____ life. Sometimes, we focus so much on the weeds — the problems and difficulties — that we forget to enjoy the ____50____.”
He gestured to the beautiful roses in his garden, their ____51____ colors shining in the sun. “Don’t forget to appreciate the roses, even as you deal with the weeds.” That simple ____52____ hit me hard. I had been so focused on my problems that I had forgotten to enjoy my ____53____ — the friendships, the joy of learning new things, and the beauty of nature.
That day, Mr. Jensen taught me a lesson that I’ve ____54____ with me ever since. Now, whenever I find myself ____55____ by life’s “weeds”, I pause, take a deep breath, and remember to enjoy my “roses”.
41. A. interested B. occupied C. involved D. trapped
42. A. neighbor B. teacher C. playmate D. guide
43. A. gender B. age C. nation D. character
44. A. unstable B. unreal C. unlikely D. unpopular
45. A. ready B. down C. lost D. nervous
46. A. headed B. preferred C. compared D. jumped
47. A. comforting B. photographing C. decorating D. tending
48. A. gently B. cheerfully C. silently D. suddenly
49. A. withdrawing from B. taking over C. suffering from D. going through
50. A. treasures B. flowers C. attractions D. diamonds
51. A. temporary B. unique C. vivid D. favorite
52. A. wisdom B. action C. routine D. tension
53. A. present B. success C. memory D. money
54. A. shared B. provided C. agreed D. carried
55. A. impressed B. influenced C. threatened D. possessed
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。
The knowledge economy is the economy we’ve been in since the rise of computing in the 1990s. In the knowledge economy, our intellectual abilities and our technical skills are ____56____ have pushed our economies forward and have been core to work. The rise of AI marks ____57____ fundamental shift from the “knowledge economy” to an “innovation economy”, where unique human skills become ____58____ (center) to growth.
The innovation economy ____59____ (emerge) out of AI means that human innovation will be core to work and the driver of economic growth. Innovation comes from our human skills such as ____60____ (creative) and communication. These skills allow us to come up with new ideas, build new teams and new companies, and even imagine ____61____ (entire) new industries. These skills can be strengthened through AI but can’t be replaced.
In the past years, the knowledge economy ____62____ (lower) our social and emotional abilities to the “soft skills”. But we’re entering a new moment when the core skills companies need are shifting. As technologies like AI and robotics take on a lot of the intellectual and physical ____63____ (aspect) of work, our human skills are actually becoming the new “hard skills”. The job market is going to place much greater emphasis and value ____64____ these skills in the coming years. So now is the time for anyone who hasn’t focused on them yet _____65_____ (get) started.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，上周五你参加了学校举办的以“飞扬青春，思辨明理(Youth in Bloom, Truth through Debate)”为主题的辩论赛。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封电子邮件，分享此次经历。内容包括：
1. 辩论赛的过程；
2. 你的感受。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I’m excited to share my experience in the school debate competition last Friday afternoon.
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Yours,
Li Hua
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。
Three years ago, I was annoyed with my weight. Every day, I had to face the same battle — waking up breathless, and feeling terrible as I climbed the stairs to my classroom. How I wanted to become thin and healthy like the girls in gym class. Yet every attempt to exercise ended in failure. My gym shoes gathered dust in the closet as I returned to old habits of late-night snacks and sitting for a long time on the couch.
One cold morning, as I returned home slowly after a disappointing jog where I’d hardly reached the park gate, I noticed an elderly woman practicing Tai Chi in the community garden. Her movements were wonderful and powerful even if she looked thin and weak.
“Good morning!” I greeted her, trying to hide my own red cheeks and labored breathing. She stopped her routine and smiled, the wrinkles on her face looking like the pages of a well-read book. “Ah, I remember that look,” she said, pointing to my water bottle and gym shorts. “It is the same look of someone who has been fighting the same battle for too long.”
I nodded with shame as she invited me to sit on the bench beside her. “Let me share a secret,” she said calmly. “Thirty years ago, I was diagnosed with a heart condition. The doctors said I needed to make a change or I’ll be at the risk of losing my life. I was still young and I wasn’t ready to die yet.” Her story went on with the rhythm of her breathing exercises. She spoke of starting small — ten minutes of walking daily, and then gradually increasing distance.
“What kept you going ” I asked when she paused, my eyes fixed on her weathered hands that now moved very flexibly. “Habit,” she answered firmly. “Not perfection. Some days I walked through rain, others through snow. I didn’t measure success by the scale but by how many stairs I could climb without pause. And slowly, my body began to change — not just in size, but in strength and reaction.”
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Her words hit me as I watched her practice Tai Chi.
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Last Saturday morning, I was running when I met the elderly woman again.
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