广东省深圳中学2024-2025学年高一下学期期末英语试卷（含答案）
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试卷类型：A
深圳中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期末考试试题
年级：高一科目：英语
命题人：高一英语备课组
考试时长：120分钟卷面总分：150分
注意事项：
1、答案写在答题卡指定的位置上，写在试题卷上无效。
2、选择题作答必须用2B铅笔，修改时用橡皮擦干净。
3、填空题机改，请注意答题规范。
4、解答题作答必须用黑色墨迹签字笔或钢笔填写，答题不得超出题框。
第一卷选择题（85分）
一、单项选择（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）
从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
1. The school schedule is designed to be ________, allowing students to choose their favorite classes and timetable freely.
A. sufficient B. fixed C. flexible D. strict
2. During the class meeting, the problem of noisy classrooms ________, and the teacher said she would deal with it soon.
A. came out B. came up C. came across D. came off
3. The terrible earthquake ________ more than 5,000 lives, leaving the entire nation in deep sorrow.
A. caused B. consumed C. captured D. claimed
4. Although great progress has been made in medical research, scientists are still struggling to discover a complete ______ for diseases that continue to affect millions worldwide.
A. cure B. desire C. injury D. theory
5. We are still waiting for the ________ of our reservation before we can make the final travel plans.
A. consideration B. confirmation C. registration D. rejection
6. Due to his ____visits to the library, Tom became very familiar with all the staff there.
A. occasional B. sudden C. frequent D. brief
7. The movie The Battle at Lake Changjin gives a moving ________ of the soldiers’ heroic behaviors, depicting their extraordinary courage in extreme conditions.
A. procedure B. fiction C. declaration D. account
8. The citywide blackout was caused by a sudden power ________, contributing to thousands of neighborhoods losing electricity for hours.
A. accident B. damage C. error D. failure
9. During the meeting, the professor ________ his experiences as a young researcher to the students, inspiring them to pursue their scientific curiosity.
A. relates B. repeats C. recognizes D. remarks
10. The company prides itself on producing ________ designs instead of copying others.
A. fascinating B. original C. accurate D. complex
11. Still running marathons at 65 years old, Mr. Johnson is living ________ that age is no barrier to an active lifestyle.
A. witness B. proof C. attempt D. portrait
12. Han Gan ________ painted the magnificent horse, making viewers feel that the horse is galloping in front of them.
A. vividly B. carefully C. precisely D. entirely
13. I like your products very much ________ quality but I think the price is too high.
A. in charge of B. in place of C. in terms of D. in spite of
14. She could ________ hear the speaker over the noisy crowd, so she moved closer to the front.
A. eagerly B. barely C. mostly D. immediately
15. Do you have any idea ________
A. what are they interested B. when did he come back yesterday
C. if they have finished the task on time D. why they quarreled fiercely last night
16. The reason ________ he gave for his being late was ________ the traffic was held back by a car accident.
A. why; that B. which; that C. which; because D. why; because
17. They suggested that the professor ______ just now ______ chairman of the meeting.
A. referring to; was made B. referring to; be made
C. referred to; be made D. referred to; was made
18. If the electric light ________ invented, people ________ in darkness during night at that time.
A. were not; could have lived B. were not; could live
C. had not been; could have lived D. had not been; could live
19. Imagining your favorite childhood toy ________ to charity without your permission would probably make you feel upset.
A. donating B. to donate C. being donated D. to be donated
20. Tom looked at Jenny, tears ________ his eyes, and then shouted the words ________ in his heart for years.
A. filling; hiding B. filling; hidden C. filled; hidden D. filled; hiding
二、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项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
While WeChat is China’s biggest mobile messaging app, there are many equivalent apps in other countries that offer similar features.
WhatsApp (US)
Users: more than 300 million
Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry
Features: text chats, push-to-talk, file sharing, location sharing
With more than 300 million active users, WhatsApp is one of WeChat’s biggest competitors. Developed by two ex-Yahoo employees in 2009, WhatsApp originally focused on text chats, but on Aug. 6th it also started push-to-talk service. It’s noted for its accessibility, ease of use and the absence of advertisements. The service is free for the first year, after which $0.99 (6.06 yuan) is charged for a one-year subscription.
Kakao Talk (South Korea)
Users: more than 100 million
Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry and Bada (an operating system developed by Samsung)
Features: text chats, group chats, push-to-talk, group calls, file sharing
With more than 100 million users in more than 230 countries, Kakao Talk is a multi-platform texting application that allows users to send and receive messages for free. With Kakao Talk, users can message each other one-on-one or in group chats with unlimited numbers of friends. You can also choose from more than 250 animated emoticons and share them with friends.
Line (Japan)
Users: more than 200 million
Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry and PC
Features: text chats, group chats, push-to-talk, file sharing, location sharing, gaming, stickers
Line tops the list of the most downloaded free apps in 52 countries. Apart from text and voice messaging, Line provides its users with more than 250 original stickers and emoticons to buy from its own shop. In the first quarter of 2013 alone, it made $17 million just from stickers. The popular app also allows friends to battle each other in the Line games.
21. What is the purpose of the first paragraph of the passage
A. To talk about new features in the latest mobile messaging apps.
B. To introduce the most popular mobile messaging apps in China.
C. To explain how mobile messaging apps have become so popular.
D. To draw readers’ attention to various popular mobile messaging apps.
22. Which is one of the popular features of WhatsApps
A. Users can send and receive messages for free.
B. Users can enjoy live video chats within groups.
C. Users don’t need to worry about unwanted ads.
D. Users regularly get free stickers and emoticons.
23. In comparison with the other two apps, which of the following features makes Line stand out
A. Online mobile games. B. Text and group chats.
C. Free download of the app. D. Free stickers and emoticons.
B
Donnie almost didn’t go to his niece’s fifth birthday party last August. He was worn out after working long hours. But the party was being held at Scales and Tails Utah, a reptile center in suburban Salt Lake City. Since childhood, Donnie has been crazy about reptiles (爬行动物). “They’re now the closest thing we have to a dinosaur,” he says. So, he went with his wife.
When they arrived, they were led to a small indoor area with a pool of water surrounded by nine-foot-tall viewing windows. Inside was a 150-pound alligator (短吻鳄) named Darth. He swam around the pool (游泳池) before resting his head on a platform.
For safety’s sake, Bull, his trainer, wanted Darth off the platform before beginning the show. Entering the enclosure (围场), she held out an arm and yelled “Back!” Unexpectedly, Darth opened his jaw to reveal all of his teeth. Bull placed her left hand under his jaw and tried to move him backward, a technical move she’d performed before. But today, Darth wasn’t having it. He rolled his head to the side, surprising Bull. Her hand slipped out from under his jaw, and Bull was dragged into the pool.
Outside the enclosure, some wondered if this was part of the show. Not Donnie. Sensing something was wrong, he threw open the glass door and climbed inside. “Jump on his back!” Bull shouted. Donnie jumped from the platform to sit on the alligator’s back, pressing down with all of his 180-pound body weight.
“Push your fists into the top of his nose!” said Bull. Donnie did as he was told. For the next minute or two, they waited. When Darth finally eased his bite, Bull quickly pulled her hand out of his mouth and was helped by a bystander.
That left Donnie alone on the top of the alligator. Bull shouted: “Move your hands from his nose to his neck! Sit up, then push off from his back to stand and get to the platform!” Donnie cautiously sat up, and jumped off Darth, moving out of the enclosure.
Bull’s hands were treated promptly. Though recovered, she hasn’t stopped thinking about Donnie. Aside from a few scratches, Donnie was more shaken than injured. Still, he says, “I’m just glad I was there.”
24. What made Donnie go to Scales and Tails Utah
A. His love for reptiles. B. His wife’s invitation.
C. His interest in the show. D. His desire for relaxation
25. What happened after Bull entered the enclosure
A. She deeply fell into danger.
B. She nearly sank in the pool.
C. She saved Donnie from Darth’s mouth.
D. She was unable to train Darth to perform.
26. Which of the following can best describe Donnie
A. Reliable and determined. B. Careful and heroic.
C. Considerate and optimistic. D. Adventurous and powerful.
27. What would be the best title for the text
A. A childhood dream. B. The alligator fighter.
CA visit to a reptile center. D. An encounter with a reptile.
C
Millions of Americans sit behind a computer screen, chained to their desk all day because the vast majority of stable, high-paying professions are “office jobs”. However, having a successful career does not require you to sit behind a desk and plug away at a computer all day.
In fact, there are a large number of non-desk jobs in a variety of industries that are growing and offering workers a direct path to the middle class, according to a new analysis of labor market information from CareerBuilder. While most of the highest-paying non-desk jobs are medical professions that require a doctoral or professional degree, there are 170 non-desk professions that pay $15 per hour or more, do not require a bachelor’s degree for a typical entry-level position, and have seen at least 6% job growth over the last four years.
“The US workforce has gradually changed to office-based work because of the rise of the professional service economy and productivity gains from information technology,” Rosemary Haefner, Vice President of Human Resources Officer at CareerBuilder, said in a statement. “But some of the healthiest areas of job growth year after year are in middle-skill professions that don’t require workers to sit in front of computer monitors and phones for 40 hours a week.”
Here are the top-paying jobs that don’t require you to work at a desk in various kinds — none of which require a four-year college degree — and their hourly salary and growth rate since 2018: professional assistants: $26.57, 14%; elevator repairers: $37.81, 6%; mechanical engineering technicians: $25.19, 10%; and electromechanical technicians: $24.68, 8%.
While they tend to pay less than traditional office jobs, non-desk professions provide a variety of benefits. Haefner points to a 2021 CareerBuilder survey that discovered workers who don’t work at a desk all day are less likely to complain about their work environment and less likely to report being overweight.
28. What does the underlined phrase “plug away” in the first paragraph probably mean
A. Turn off a switch. B. Look for a job.
CKeep on working. D. Give up working.
29. What conclusion can we draw from the second paragraph
A. The college degree is the ticket to a position.
BThe last four years has seen an increase in desk jobs.
C. Most well-paid non-desk jobs are in the medical field.
D. Non-desk jobs may provide your with a comfortable life.
30. What is the key reason for the US workforce to change to office-based work
A. High salary. B. Job growth.
C. Information technology. D. Service industries.
31. What are the benefits of non-desk jobs
A. Higher income. B. Longer lifespan.
C. Better job environment. D. Greater satisfaction.
D
A growing number of people are using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence program, to create books for sale. Although sales have so far been slow, human writers are worried that ChatGPT-created books might hurt the writing and publishing industry.
Until recently, Brett Schickler never imagined he could be a published author. But after learning about the ChatGPT artificial intelligence program, Brett decided that he had a good chance. Using the AI software, Brett created a 30-page illustrated children’s e-book in a few hours. He offered it for sale through Amazon’s self-publishing section and it made Brett less than $100. While that may not sound like much, it’s enough to drive him to create other books using the software.
There were over 200 e-books in Amazon’s Kindle store up to mid-February that say ChatGPT is a writer or a co-writer. And the number is rising daily. But due to the nature of ChatGPT and many writers’ failure to admit that they have used it, it is nearly impossible to get a full count of how many e-books may be written by AI.
Some professional writers are showing their concern. “This is something we really need to be concerned about. These books will flood the market and a lot of authors are going to be out of work,” said Mary Rasenberger, the executive director of the Authors Guild, a writer’s group, “The ability to create with AI could turn book writing from an art into a commodity, a kind of simple raw material that is bought and sold.”
Not everyone is impressed by the software. Mark Dawson, who has reportedly sold millions of copies of books, was quick to call ChatGPT-assisted novels dull. Dawson said, “Merit is important in the book business. It plays a part in how books are recommended to other readers. If a book gets bad reviews because the writing is dull, then its quickly going to sink to the bottom.”
32. Why is the example of Brett Schickler mentioned in the text
A. To share the trick of making a fortune by writing.
B. To introduce how to create e-books by using ChatGPT.
C. To predict the future application of ChatGPT in writing.
D. To show how ChatGPT influences people in creating books.
33. What does Mary Rasenberger worry about
A. E-books’ influence on professional writers.
B. Readers’ difficulty in finding high-quality novels.
C. ChatGPT’s impact on the book publishing industry.
D. Authors’ failure to create novels without ChatGPT.
34. Which of the following does Mark Dawson believe is key to the success of a book
A. The high quality of the writing.
B. The mixed reviews from the readers.
C. The assistance of popular AI programs.
D. The number of books an author has sold.
35. What is the purpose of the text
A. To promote the use of AI.
B. To discuss a new phenomenon.
C. To sing praises for human beings’ wisdom.
D. To show the latest scientific development.
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。
Life offers its fair share of challenges. At any given time, anyone can face difficult sea- sons in their life. It is true for you. When you're experiencing difficulty, it's always helpful to have a support system to get through it. ____36____Knowing this, there are a few ways you can become supportive of a family member who is in the midst of a struggle.
Offer legal resources. If you have family members who are in trouble with the law, you can offer assistance by pointing in the direction of various legal resources, You can even decide to cover a part of their legal fees in court. ____37____
Provide encouragement. When people are down on their luck, it's really easy for them to get discouraged and give up. Instead, it's a wise move to offer words of encouragement to the person. Always remind them that they're strong, capable and more powerful than they realize.____38____
Be a safe place. Sometimes people struggle because they don't feel any love or support from anyone around them. ____39____Be their light in the dark places. This can do so much for someone who is carrying a lot on the inside.
____40____You never want to make a person feel like they can't make it without you in their life. If you're allowing the family member to live with you for a certain period of time, be strict about what needs to happen during that time. Make sure that they develop a plan, time line and measured action steps that can help them get back on their feet.
A. No man is an island.
B. Encourage independence
C. In fact, they are surrounded by pressure.
D. Always compete with your family members.
E. Tell them that they will get through this situation.
F. It's all up to you to decide how you can help them.
G. However, you know that there's nothing you can do.
三、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最能选项。
My husband and I were on our flight to America. The cabin (客舱) was ____41____ for the passengers to rest when shouts of “Wake up! Oh, help!” rang out. “Is there a doctor aboard ” No surgeon wanted to hear these words while flying, but I still ____42____ quickly, “Here. I’m a doctor.”
I was out of my seat and ran to see a frightened elderly woman holding the hand of her husband, who wasn’t ____43____ to her. His head was back, ____44____ closed. I did a quick examination: colour good, no evident pain, breathing ____45____ without effort. I sat down, still ____46____ his heartbeat, and asked the woman about her husband. Luckily, he had a ____47____ medical history and took no medicine. The couple had travelled to ____48____ their 60th wedding anniversary. It had been a good holiday, she explained, but ____49____. Suddenly her husband opened his eyes, and asked, “What’s happened ” So I explained, “Your heartbeat isn’t quite right, and that may have ____50____ your unconsciousness (昏迷).”
Soon after, when I reported the whole situation to the ____51____, he asked me, “I can put the plane down in 20 minutes in Gander, or ____52____ for two hours to Toronto. What do you want me to do, doctor ” “Put it down,” I replied. Although I don’t know ____53____ what brought about the man’s trouble, the truth is, travel for seniors can be stressful, and there’s enormous potential for medical treatments.
Three weeks later, when I stepped into my office, I was ____54____ by the pleasant smell of a bouquet, accompanied by a thank-you note from the gentleman, who from the bottom of my heart will ____55____ remain in good health for years to come. Witnessing each patient getting well again is the best gift for a doctor.
41. A. darkened B. awakened C. fastened D. lightened
42. A. moved B. answered C. reacted D. conducted
43. A. responding B. smiling C. whispering D. waving
44. A. fingers B. hands C. mouth D. eyes
45. A. sufficiently B. frankly C. briefly D. regularly
46. A. touching B. following C. monitoring D. attaching
47. A. clean B. horrible C. healthy D. legal
48. A. congratulate B. observe C. admire D. appreciate
49. A. relaxing B. satisfying C. tiring D. boring
50. A. caused B. worsened C. relieved D. prevented
51. A. attendant B. pilot C. passenger D. police
52. A. pull over B. hold back C. carry on D. turn around
53. A. for certain B. in short C. at least D. above all
54. A. impressed B. moved C. greeted D. served
55. A. luckily B. hopefully C. basically D. typically
四、语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面的短文，根据上下文在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。
You have already known that smoking may shorten your life. Now a new study says that ____56____(sit) for a long time and lack of sleep should join a short list of behaviors ____57____(know) to increase your risk of death.
These two factors were damaging in their own way, ____58____ when combined with more traditional risk factors, they had more harmful effects. Findings suggest some risk behaviors tend to come together and ____59____ the joint risk could be much higher than the sum of the individual risks.
For instance, smoking was the most dangerous risk factor among the six studied. The people for ____60____ smoking was their only bad habit were 90 percent more likely ____61____(die) than people with a healthy lifestyle. For those who combined heavy drinking with smoking, the risk of death was doubled. And when lack of sleep ____62____(add) to the mix, the likelihood of an early death was nearly five times greater even though lack of sleep ____63____(it) had only a light effect on death.
Considering factors such as age, gender and other factors, the researchers saw ____64____ clear trend. It was a person’s bad lifestyle that resulted _____65_____ his or her risk of death.
五、单句语法填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面的句子，根据句意在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。
66. After weeks of searching, he eventually reached ____________ he thought was the place mentioned in his grandfather’s stories, trembling with awe. (用适当的词填空)
67. It is still under discussion ____________ we should be permitted to use mobile phones on campus. Half of the students are against it. (用适当的词填空)
68. Many people are concerned by the possibility ____________ human activities will bring about climatic disasters in the near future. (用适当的词填空)
69. The only time my father really stops thinking about work is ____________ our whole family are on vacation. (用适当的词填空)
70. In the past, farmers had to sell their produce to ____________ would offer a price for it. (用适当的词填空)
71. It is widely accepted that the new energy vehicle industry is ____________ the future of Chinese tech companies lies. (用适当的词填空)
72. Although he had never spoken to an audience of more than a hundred before, his racing heart calmed down the moment he ____________ (rise) to his feet. (所给词的适当形式填空)
73. Heart Music is the only one among a list of programmes that ____________ (broadcast) live at the moment. (所给词适当形式填空)
74. In the classroom, everyone was listening attentively, all attention ____________ (focus) on the blackboard as the teacher wrote equations. (所给词的适当形式填空)
75. To ease our anxiety, the professor promised that he ________ (demonstrate) how to conduct the experiment in the next class. (所给词的适当形式填空)
76. This is the first time that these beautifully created porcelain vases ____________ (exhibit) publicly. (所给词的适当形式填空)
77. To broaden her understanding of energy conservation, the girl went further by seeking ____________(rely) information from experts. (所给词的适当形式填空)
78. With technology advancing every day, it is impossible for anyone to predict with ____________(accurate) where the world is heading. (所给词的适当形式填空)
79. According to the latest research, the daily__________ (consume) of red meat for an adult is preferably no more than 30 grams. (所给词的适当形式填空)
80. A combination of ____________ (exception) memory and calculating ability is what makes a good mathematician. (所给词的适当形式填空)
六、补全句子（共10小题；每题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面的句子，根据句意在方框中选择合适的短语，以其适当的形式填入句子的空白处，使句意完整、语法正确，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。每个短语仅可使用一次。
bring… into focus; be loaded with; look back on; subscribe to; occur to; rely on; charge… with… come up with; adapt from; be attached to; ahead of; up to.
81. After weeks of brainstorming, the team managed __________________ a surprisingly creative solution to reduce operational costs.
82. Last night, the suspect __________________ theft after being caught on security cameras stealing from the store.
83. Instead of blindly __________________ luck, you should focus on improving your skills to achieve success,
84. With the rise of AI, concerns about data privacy __________________ in recent debates.
85. The athlete’s determination and discipline placed him far __________________ his peers, both mentally and physically.
86. It __________________ her that the email she had ignored was actually an invitation to a job interview.
87. The new smartphone model offers __________________ 12 hours of battery life on a single charge.
88. __________________ _my middle school years, I cherish the friendships I made and the knowledge I gained.
89. Students in our school __________________ the school cats, which are often spotted playing with them after class.
90. The report __________________ technical terms, which makes it difficult for anyone without a technical background to fully understand the key points.
七、书面表达（共1小题；满分20分）
假定你是李华，你们班本周末将去美术馆进行研学活动，请给你的留学生朋友Bill发一封邮件，邀请他参加。内容包括：1. 活动目的；2. 活动安排。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：研学 a study tour
Dear Bill,
_________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
深圳中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期末考试试题
1C2B3D4A5B6C7D8D9A10B11B12A13C14B15D16A17C18C19C20B
21. D 22. C 23. A
24. A 25. A 26. B 27. B
28. C 29. D 30. C 31. D
32. D 33. C 34. A 35. B
36. A 37. F 38. E 39. C 40. B
41. A 42. B 43. A 44. D 45. D 46. C 47. A 48. B 49. C 50. A 51. B 52. C 53. A 54. C 55. B
56. sitting 57. known 58. but 59. that 60. whom 61. to die 62. was added
63. itself 64. a 65. in
66what67whether68that69when70whoever71where72rose73are being broadcast
74focused75would demonstrate76have been exhibited77reliable78accuracy79consumption
80exceptional
81. to come up with 82. was charged with 83. relying on 84. have been brought into focus
85. ahead of 86. occurred to 87. up to 88. Looking back on
89. are attached to 90. is loaded with
书面表达
Dear Bill,
I’m writing to invite you to join our class’s study tour to the art gallery this weekend. The main purpose of this activity is to broaden our cultural horizons and deepen our appreciation of art, which we believe will be an enriching experience for all of us.
We plan to gather at the school gate at 8 a.m. on Saturday and then take a bus to the gallery. Once there, we’ll have a guided tour where we can learn about the history and techniques behind the artworks. What excites me most is that we’ll have a discussion session afterward, during which we can share our thoughts and feelings about what we’ve seen.
I sincerely hope you can come and join us in this wonderful opportunity.
Looking forward to your reply!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
深圳中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期末考试试题
年级：高一科目：英语
命题人：高一英语备课组
考试时长：120分钟卷面总分：150分
注意事项：
1、答案写在答题卡指定的位置上，写在试题卷上无效。
2、选择题作答必须用2B铅笔，修改时用橡皮擦干净。
3、填空题机改，请注意答题规范。
4、解答题作答必须用黑色墨迹签字笔或钢笔填写，答题不得超出题框。
第一卷选择题（85分）
一、单项选择（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）
从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
1. The school schedule is designed to be ________, allowing students to choose their favorite classes and timetable freely.
A. sufficient B. fixed C. flexible D. strict
2. During the class meeting, the problem of noisy classrooms ________, and the teacher said she would deal with it soon.
A. came out B. came up C. came across D. came off
3. The terrible earthquake ________ more than 5,000 lives, leaving the entire nation in deep sorrow.
A. caused B. consumed C. captured D. claimed
4. Although great progress has been made in medical research, scientists are still struggling to discover a complete ______ for diseases that continue to affect millions worldwide.
A. cure B. desire C. injury D. theory
5. We are still waiting for the ________ of our reservation before we can make the final travel plans.
A. consideration B. confirmation C. registration D. rejection
6. Due to his ____visits to the library, Tom became very familiar with all the staff there.
A. occasional B. sudden C. frequent D. brief
7. The movie The Battle at Lake Changjin gives a moving ________ of the soldiers’ heroic behaviors, depicting their extraordinary courage in extreme conditions.
A. procedure B. fiction C. declaration D. account
8. The citywide blackout was caused by a sudden power ________, contributing to thousands of neighborhoods losing electricity for hours.
A. accident B. damage C. error D. failure
9. During the meeting, the professor ________ his experiences as a young researcher to the students, inspiring them to pursue their scientific curiosity.
A. relates B. repeats C. recognizes D. remarks
10. The company prides itself on producing ________ designs instead of copying others.
A. fascinating B. original C. accurate D. complex
11. Still running marathons at 65 years old, Mr. Johnson is living ________ that age is no barrier to an active lifestyle.
A. witness B. proof C. attempt D. portrait
12. Han Gan ________ painted the magnificent horse, making viewers feel that the horse is galloping in front of them.
A. vividly B. carefully C. precisely D. entirely
13. I like your products very much ________ quality but I think the price is too high.
A. in charge of B. in place of C. in terms of D. in spite of
14. She could ________ hear the speaker over the noisy crowd, so she moved closer to the front.
A. eagerly B. barely C. mostly D. immediately
15. Do you have any idea ________
A. what are they interested B. when did he come back yesterday
C. if they have finished the task on time D. why they quarreled fiercely last night
16. The reason ________ he gave for his being late was ________ the traffic was held back by a car accident.
A. why; that B. which; that C. which; because D. why; because
17. They suggested that the professor ______ just now ______ chairman of the meeting.
A. referring to; was made B. referring to; be made
C. referred to; be made D. referred to; was made
18. If the electric light ________ invented, people ________ in darkness during night at that time.
A. were not; could have lived B. were not; could live
C. had not been; could have lived D. had not been; could live
19. Imagining your favorite childhood toy ________ to charity without your permission would probably make you feel upset.
A. donating B. to donate C. being donated D. to be donated
20. Tom looked at Jenny, tears ________ his eyes, and then shouted the words ________ in his heart for years.
A. filling; hiding B. filling; hidden C. filled; hidden D. filled; hiding
二、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项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
While WeChat is China’s biggest mobile messaging app, there are many equivalent apps in other countries that offer similar features.
WhatsApp (US)
Users: more than 300 million
Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry
Features: text chats, push-to-talk, file sharing, location sharing
With more than 300 million active users, WhatsApp is one of WeChat’s biggest competitors. Developed by two ex-Yahoo employees in 2009, WhatsApp originally focused on text chats, but on Aug. 6th it also started push-to-talk service. It’s noted for its accessibility, ease of use and the absence of advertisements. The service is free for the first year, after which $0.99 (6.06 yuan) is charged for a one-year subscription.
Kakao Talk (South Korea)
Users: more than 100 million
Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry and Bada (an operating system developed by Samsung)
Features: text chats, group chats, push-to-talk, group calls, file sharing
With more than 100 million users in more than 230 countries, Kakao Talk is a multi-platform texting application that allows users to send and receive messages for free. With Kakao Talk, users can message each other one-on-one or in group chats with unlimited numbers of friends. You can also choose from more than 250 animated emoticons and share them with friends.
Line (Japan)
Users: more than 200 million
Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry and PC
Features: text chats, group chats, push-to-talk, file sharing, location sharing, gaming, stickers
Line tops the list of the most downloaded free apps in 52 countries. Apart from text and voice messaging, Line provides its users with more than 250 original stickers and emoticons to buy from its own shop. In the first quarter of 2013 alone, it made $17 million just from stickers. The popular app also allows friends to battle each other in the Line games.
21. What is the purpose of the first paragraph of the passage
A. To talk about new features in the latest mobile messaging apps.
B. To introduce the most popular mobile messaging apps in China.
C. To explain how mobile messaging apps have become so popular.
D. To draw readers’ attention to various popular mobile messaging apps.
22. Which is one of the popular features of WhatsApps
A. Users can send and receive messages for free.
B. Users can enjoy live video chats within groups.
C. Users don’t need to worry about unwanted ads.
D. Users regularly get free stickers and emoticons.
23. In comparison with the other two apps, which of the following features makes Line stand out
A. Online mobile games. B. Text and group chats.
C. Free download of the app. D. Free stickers and emoticons.
B
Donnie almost didn’t go to his niece’s fifth birthday party last August. He was worn out after working long hours. But the party was being held at Scales and Tails Utah, a reptile center in suburban Salt Lake City. Since childhood, Donnie has been crazy about reptiles (爬行动物). “They’re now the closest thing we have to a dinosaur,” he says. So, he went with his wife.
When they arrived, they were led to a small indoor area with a pool of water surrounded by nine-foot-tall viewing windows. Inside was a 150-pound alligator (短吻鳄) named Darth. He swam around the pool (游泳池) before resting his head on a platform.
For safety’s sake, Bull, his trainer, wanted Darth off the platform before beginning the show. Entering the enclosure (围场), she held out an arm and yelled “Back!” Unexpectedly, Darth opened his jaw to reveal all of his teeth. Bull placed her left hand under his jaw and tried to move him backward, a technical move she’d performed before. But today, Darth wasn’t having it. He rolled his head to the side, surprising Bull. Her hand slipped out from under his jaw, and Bull was dragged into the pool.
Outside the enclosure, some wondered if this was part of the show. Not Donnie. Sensing something was wrong, he threw open the glass door and climbed inside. “Jump on his back!” Bull shouted. Donnie jumped from the platform to sit on the alligator’s back, pressing down with all of his 180-pound body weight.
“Push your fists into the top of his nose!” said Bull. Donnie did as he was told. For the next minute or two, they waited. When Darth finally eased his bite, Bull quickly pulled her hand out of his mouth and was helped by a bystander.
That left Donnie alone on the top of the alligator. Bull shouted: “Move your hands from his nose to his neck! Sit up, then push off from his back to stand and get to the platform!” Donnie cautiously sat up, and jumped off Darth, moving out of the enclosure.
Bull’s hands were treated promptly. Though recovered, she hasn’t stopped thinking about Donnie. Aside from a few scratches, Donnie was more shaken than injured. Still, he says, “I’m just glad I was there.”
24. What made Donnie go to Scales and Tails Utah
A. His love for reptiles. B. His wife’s invitation.
C. His interest in the show. D. His desire for relaxation
25. What happened after Bull entered the enclosure
A. She deeply fell into danger.
B. She nearly sank in the pool.
C. She saved Donnie from Darth’s mouth.
D. She was unable to train Darth to perform.
26. Which of the following can best describe Donnie
A. Reliable and determined. B. Careful and heroic.
C. Considerate and optimistic. D. Adventurous and powerful.
27. What would be the best title for the text
A. A childhood dream. B. The alligator fighter.
CA visit to a reptile center. D. An encounter with a reptile.
C
Millions of Americans sit behind a computer screen, chained to their desk all day because the vast majority of stable, high-paying professions are “office jobs”. However, having a successful career does not require you to sit behind a desk and plug away at a computer all day.
In fact, there are a large number of non-desk jobs in a variety of industries that are growing and offering workers a direct path to the middle class, according to a new analysis of labor market information from CareerBuilder. While most of the highest-paying non-desk jobs are medical professions that require a doctoral or professional degree, there are 170 non-desk professions that pay $15 per hour or more, do not require a bachelor’s degree for a typical entry-level position, and have seen at least 6% job growth over the last four years.
“The US workforce has gradually changed to office-based work because of the rise of the professional service economy and productivity gains from information technology,” Rosemary Haefner, Vice President of Human Resources Officer at CareerBuilder, said in a statement. “But some of the healthiest areas of job growth year after year are in middle-skill professions that don’t require workers to sit in front of computer monitors and phones for 40 hours a week.”
Here are the top-paying jobs that don’t require you to work at a desk in various kinds — none of which require a four-year college degree — and their hourly salary and growth rate since 2018: professional assistants: $26.57, 14%; elevator repairers: $37.81, 6%; mechanical engineering technicians: $25.19, 10%; and electromechanical technicians: $24.68, 8%.
While they tend to pay less than traditional office jobs, non-desk professions provide a variety of benefits. Haefner points to a 2021 CareerBuilder survey that discovered workers who don’t work at a desk all day are less likely to complain about their work environment and less likely to report being overweight.
28. What does the underlined phrase “plug away” in the first paragraph probably mean
A. Turn off a switch. B. Look for a job.
CKeep on working. D. Give up working.
29. What conclusion can we draw from the second paragraph
A. The college degree is the ticket to a position.
BThe last four years has seen an increase in desk jobs.
C. Most well-paid non-desk jobs are in the medical field.
D. Non-desk jobs may provide your with a comfortable life.
30. What is the key reason for the US workforce to change to office-based work
A. High salary. B. Job growth.
C. Information technology. D. Service industries.
31. What are the benefits of non-desk jobs
A. Higher income. B. Longer lifespan.
C. Better job environment. D. Greater satisfaction.
D
A growing number of people are using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence program, to create books for sale. Although sales have so far been slow, human writers are worried that ChatGPT-created books might hurt the writing and publishing industry.
Until recently, Brett Schickler never imagined he could be a published author. But after learning about the ChatGPT artificial intelligence program, Brett decided that he had a good chance. Using the AI software, Brett created a 30-page illustrated children’s e-book in a few hours. He offered it for sale through Amazon’s self-publishing section and it made Brett less than $100. While that may not sound like much, it’s enough to drive him to create other books using the software.
There were over 200 e-books in Amazon’s Kindle store up to mid-February that say ChatGPT is a writer or a co-writer. And the number is rising daily. But due to the nature of ChatGPT and many writers’ failure to admit that they have used it, it is nearly impossible to get a full count of how many e-books may be written by AI.
Some professional writers are showing their concern. “This is something we really need to be concerned about. These books will flood the market and a lot of authors are going to be out of work,” said Mary Rasenberger, the executive director of the Authors Guild, a writer’s group, “The ability to create with AI could turn book writing from an art into a commodity, a kind of simple raw material that is bought and sold.”
Not everyone is impressed by the software. Mark Dawson, who has reportedly sold millions of copies of books, was quick to call ChatGPT-assisted novels dull. Dawson said, “Merit is important in the book business. It plays a part in how books are recommended to other readers. If a book gets bad reviews because the writing is dull, then its quickly going to sink to the bottom.”
32. Why is the example of Brett Schickler mentioned in the text
A. To share the trick of making a fortune by writing.
B. To introduce how to create e-books by using ChatGPT.
C. To predict the future application of ChatGPT in writing.
D. To show how ChatGPT influences people in creating books.
33. What does Mary Rasenberger worry about
A. E-books’ influence on professional writers.
B. Readers’ difficulty in finding high-quality novels.
C. ChatGPT’s impact on the book publishing industry.
D. Authors’ failure to create novels without ChatGPT.
34. Which of the following does Mark Dawson believe is key to the success of a book
A. The high quality of the writing.
B. The mixed reviews from the readers.
C. The assistance of popular AI programs.
D. The number of books an author has sold.
35. What is the purpose of the text
A. To promote the use of AI.
B. To discuss a new phenomenon.
C. To sing praises for human beings’ wisdom.
D. To show the latest scientific development.
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。
Life offers its fair share of challenges. At any given time, anyone can face difficult sea- sons in their life. It is true for you. When you're experiencing difficulty, it's always helpful to have a support system to get through it. ____36____Knowing this, there are a few ways you can become supportive of a family member who is in the midst of a struggle.
Offer legal resources. If you have family members who are in trouble with the law, you can offer assistance by pointing in the direction of various legal resources, You can even decide to cover a part of their legal fees in court. ____37____
Provide encouragement. When people are down on their luck, it's really easy for them to get discouraged and give up. Instead, it's a wise move to offer words of encouragement to the person. Always remind them that they're strong, capable and more powerful than they realize.____38____
Be a safe place. Sometimes people struggle because they don't feel any love or support from anyone around them. ____39____Be their light in the dark places. This can do so much for someone who is carrying a lot on the inside.
____40____You never want to make a person feel like they can't make it without you in their life. If you're allowing the family member to live with you for a certain period of time, be strict about what needs to happen during that time. Make sure that they develop a plan, time line and measured action steps that can help them get back on their feet.
A. No man is an island.
B. Encourage independence
C. In fact, they are surrounded by pressure.
D. Always compete with your family members.
E. Tell them that they will get through this situation.
F. It's all up to you to decide how you can help them.
G. However, you know that there's nothing you can do.
三、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最能选项。
My husband and I were on our flight to America. The cabin (客舱) was ____41____ for the passengers to rest when shouts of “Wake up! Oh, help!” rang out. “Is there a doctor aboard ” No surgeon wanted to hear these words while flying, but I still ____42____ quickly, “Here. I’m a doctor.”
I was out of my seat and ran to see a frightened elderly woman holding the hand of her husband, who wasn’t ____43____ to her. His head was back, ____44____ closed. I did a quick examination: colour good, no evident pain, breathing ____45____ without effort. I sat down, still ____46____ his heartbeat, and asked the woman about her husband. Luckily, he had a ____47____ medical history and took no medicine. The couple had travelled to ____48____ their 60th wedding anniversary. It had been a good holiday, she explained, but ____49____. Suddenly her husband opened his eyes, and asked, “What’s happened ” So I explained, “Your heartbeat isn’t quite right, and that may have ____50____ your unconsciousness (昏迷).”
Soon after, when I reported the whole situation to the ____51____, he asked me, “I can put the plane down in 20 minutes in Gander, or ____52____ for two hours to Toronto. What do you want me to do, doctor ” “Put it down,” I replied. Although I don’t know ____53____ what brought about the man’s trouble, the truth is, travel for seniors can be stressful, and there’s enormous potential for medical treatments.
Three weeks later, when I stepped into my office, I was ____54____ by the pleasant smell of a bouquet, accompanied by a thank-you note from the gentleman, who from the bottom of my heart will ____55____ remain in good health for years to come. Witnessing each patient getting well again is the best gift for a doctor.
41. A. darkened B. awakened C. fastened D. lightened
42. A. moved B. answered C. reacted D. conducted
43. A. responding B. smiling C. whispering D. waving
44. A. fingers B. hands C. mouth D. eyes
45. A. sufficiently B. frankly C. briefly D. regularly
46. A. touching B. following C. monitoring D. attaching
47. A. clean B. horrible C. healthy D. legal
48. A. congratulate B. observe C. admire D. appreciate
49. A. relaxing B. satisfying C. tiring D. boring
50. A. caused B. worsened C. relieved D. prevented
51. A. attendant B. pilot C. passenger D. police
52. A. pull over B. hold back C. carry on D. turn around
53. A. for certain B. in short C. at least D. above all
54. A. impressed B. moved C. greeted D. served
55. A. luckily B. hopefully C. basically D. typically
四、语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面的短文，根据上下文在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。
You have already known that smoking may shorten your life. Now a new study says that ____56____(sit) for a long time and lack of sleep should join a short list of behaviors ____57____(know) to increase your risk of death.
These two factors were damaging in their own way, ____58____ when combined with more traditional risk factors, they had more harmful effects. Findings suggest some risk behaviors tend to come together and ____59____ the joint risk could be much higher than the sum of the individual risks.
For instance, smoking was the most dangerous risk factor among the six studied. The people for ____60____ smoking was their only bad habit were 90 percent more likely ____61____(die) than people with a healthy lifestyle. For those who combined heavy drinking with smoking, the risk of death was doubled. And when lack of sleep ____62____(add) to the mix, the likelihood of an early death was nearly five times greater even though lack of sleep ____63____(it) had only a light effect on death.
Considering factors such as age, gender and other factors, the researchers saw ____64____ clear trend. It was a person’s bad lifestyle that resulted _____65_____ his or her risk of death.
五、单句语法填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面的句子，根据句意在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。
66. After weeks of searching, he eventually reached ____________ he thought was the place mentioned in his grandfather’s stories, trembling with awe. (用适当的词填空)
67. It is still under discussion ____________ we should be permitted to use mobile phones on campus. Half of the students are against it. (用适当的词填空)
68. Many people are concerned by the possibility ____________ human activities will bring about climatic disasters in the near future. (用适当的词填空)
69. The only time my father really stops thinking about work is ____________ our whole family are on vacation. (用适当的词填空)
70. In the past, farmers had to sell their produce to ____________ would offer a price for it. (用适当的词填空)
71. It is widely accepted that the new energy vehicle industry is ____________ the future of Chinese tech companies lies. (用适当的词填空)
72. Although he had never spoken to an audience of more than a hundred before, his racing heart calmed down the moment he ____________ (rise) to his feet. (所给词的适当形式填空)
73. Heart Music is the only one among a list of programmes that ____________ (broadcast) live at the moment. (所给词适当形式填空)
74. In the classroom, everyone was listening attentively, all attention ____________ (focus) on the blackboard as the teacher wrote equations. (所给词的适当形式填空)
75. To ease our anxiety, the professor promised that he ________ (demonstrate) how to conduct the experiment in the next class. (所给词的适当形式填空)
76. This is the first time that these beautifully created porcelain vases ____________ (exhibit) publicly. (所给词的适当形式填空)
77. To broaden her understanding of energy conservation, the girl went further by seeking ____________(rely) information from experts. (所给词的适当形式填空)
78. With technology advancing every day, it is impossible for anyone to predict with ____________(accurate) where the world is heading. (所给词的适当形式填空)
79. According to the latest research, the daily__________ (consume) of red meat for an adult is preferably no more than 30 grams. (所给词的适当形式填空)
80. A combination of ____________ (exception) memory and calculating ability is what makes a good mathematician. (所给词的适当形式填空)
六、补全句子（共10小题；每题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面的句子，根据句意在方框中选择合适的短语，以其适当的形式填入句子的空白处，使句意完整、语法正确，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。每个短语仅可使用一次。
bring… into focus; be loaded with; look back on; subscribe to; occur to; rely on; charge… with… come up with; adapt from; be attached to; ahead of; up to.
81. After weeks of brainstorming, the team managed __________________ a surprisingly creative solution to reduce operational costs.
82. Last night, the suspect __________________ theft after being caught on security cameras stealing from the store.
83. Instead of blindly __________________ luck, you should focus on improving your skills to achieve success,
84. With the rise of AI, concerns about data privacy __________________ in recent debates.
85. The athlete’s determination and discipline placed him far __________________ his peers, both mentally and physically.
86. It __________________ her that the email she had ignored was actually an invitation to a job interview.
87. The new smartphone model offers __________________ 12 hours of battery life on a single charge.
88. __________________ _my middle school years, I cherish the friendships I made and the knowledge I gained.
89. Students in our school __________________ the school cats, which are often spotted playing with them after class.
90. The report __________________ technical terms, which makes it difficult for anyone without a technical background to fully understand the key points.
七、书面表达（共1小题；满分20分）
假定你是李华，你们班本周末将去美术馆进行研学活动，请给你的留学生朋友Bill发一封邮件，邀请他参加。内容包括：1. 活动目的；2. 活动安排。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：研学 a study tour
Dear Bill,
_________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
深圳中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期末考试试题
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21. D 22. C 23. A
24. A 25. A 26. B 27. B
28. C 29. D 30. C 31. D
32. D 33. C 34. A 35. B
36. A 37. F 38. E 39. C 40. B
41. A 42. B 43. A 44. D 45. D 46. C 47. A 48. B 49. C 50. A 51. B 52. C 53. A 54. C 55. B
56. sitting 57. known 58. but 59. that 60. whom 61. to die 62. was added
63. itself 64. a 65. in
66what67whether68that69when70whoever71where72rose73are being broadcast
74focused75would demonstrate76have been exhibited77reliable78accuracy79consumption
80exceptional
81. to come up with 82. was charged with 83. relying on 84. have been brought into focus
85. ahead of 86. occurred to 87. up to 88. Looking back on
89. are attached to 90. is loaded with
书面表达
Dear Bill,
I’m writing to invite you to join our class’s study tour to the art gallery this weekend. The main purpose of this activity is to broaden our cultural horizons and deepen our appreciation of art, which we believe will be an enriching experience for all of us.
We plan to gather at the school gate at 8 a.m. on Saturday and then take a bus to the gallery. Once there, we’ll have a guided tour where we can learn about the history and techniques behind the artworks. What excites me most is that we’ll have a discussion session afterward, during which we can share our thoughts and feelings about what we’ve seen.
I sincerely hope you can come and join us in this wonderful opportunity.
Looking forward to your reply!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua