2024—2025学年度第二学期期末学业水平诊断
高二英语
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，只交答题卡。
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。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.
What does the woman need to do
A. Start taking medicine. B. Change eating habits. C. Do more exercise.
2.
What is the market value of the item according to the man
A. $400. B. $500. C. $750.
3.
What is the woman doing now
A. Listening to the radio. B. Doing her homework. C. Watching TV.
4.
When will people know about the event
A. In March. B. In April. C. In May.
5.
What is the man asking the woman to do
A. Give him a lift.
B. Buy him some new shoes.
C. Help him find another gym.
第二节 (共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟：听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What are the speakers talking about
A. The latest fashion. B. Shopping preferences. C. A healthy lifestyle.
7. What does the woman like to shop for
A. Clothes. B. Shoes. C. Books.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In the library.
B. In the hospital.
C. In David’s bedroom.
9. What does the woman suggest David do
A. Read in the library.
B. Rest and relax.
C. Skip the coming exam.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10 What did the woman do in New Zealand
A. A computer programmer. B. A tour guide. C. A secretary.
11. How did the woman mainly get around in Indonesia
A. By boat. B. By car. C. By plane.
12. What does the woman think of Singapore
A. It’s a boring place.
B. It’s very dirty on some streets.
C. It’s a good place for shopping.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13. What does the woman say about the restaurant
A. It has the lowest price.
B. It uses local vegetables.
C. It’s special during “Restaurant Week”.
14. What does the man’s company produce
A. Toys. B. Food. C. Wine.
15. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Waitress and customer.
B. Boss and employee.
C. Business partners.
16. What will the speakers do next
A. Participate in a food festival.
B. Order some food.
C. Head for a market.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What happened since Apple introduced the first Apple Watch
A. Apple took all the shares in the market.
B. The smart glass technology was developed.
C. Other companies started making similar products.
18. What can produce power to the newly invented smart watch
A. Sweat. B. Heat. C. Light.
19. When were the scientists’ results published
A. In 2014. B. In 2020. C. In 2021.
20. What is the feature of the new battery
A. It’s thick and heavy.
B. It can be produced cheaply.
C. It can only be used in smart watches.
第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题：每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Environmental Education Online Course
Hundreds of participants from over 60 countries have taken this popular course offered by Cornell University, which includes diverse webinars (在线研讨会) with outstanding environmental education speakers.
Course Overview
Learn about environmental education foundations and approaches through pre-recorded lectures, readings and case studies. You will apply research-based knowledge to enhance existing environmental education programs, and strengthen your professional networks by exchanging ideas and resources with peer educators around the world.
Participants
Environmental educators, including teachers, park managers, zoo or botanic garden educators, volunteers and university students.
Cost
Regular fee is $60. Now 20 course participants have agreed to pay an additional $30 each to sponsor students unable to afford. Students in financial hardship can choose a discounted rate of $40, with the sponsorship covering the difference.
Certificates
To receive a certificate, participants must:
(1) respond to all eight weekly discussion board questions, in weeks 1-4.
(2) submit reflections about any webinar and participate in at least one live webinar
(3) complete the one-page final report about a research-based environmental education activity you’ll conduct during this course. Everything must be submitted by the last day of the course.
Dates
September 1-October 5, 2025. The course includes 4 weeks of content, plus one week to complete the required final project.
21. How much sponsorship money is left if 10 students pay the discounted fee
A. $0. B. $200.
C. $400. D. $600.
22. Which of the following disqualifies a participant from receiving a certificate
A. Attending merely one live webinar.
B. Not presenting reflections on all webinars.
C. Submitting the final report by the deadline.
D. Leaving a discussion board question unanswered
23. What can we know about the course
A. It lasts 5 weeks in total.
B. It offers a full attendance award.
C. It hosts on-site lectures.
D. It teaches attendees about policy making.
B
Ashu Jain, a 57-year-old Indian woman who once struggled as a homemaker with exhaustion and social expectations, has now become a social media star and fitness influencer, rewriting the narrative about ageing and motherhood.
Having spent her previous decades fulfilling traditional roles as a wife, mother and caregiver, Ashu faced the invisible weight of the common belief that her time for chasing dreams had long passed. But she wasn’t ready to fade into the background. “Mothers of my age reach a point where our responsibilities peak and our dreams take a back seat. My family had my back and I found the courage to reclaim mine,” shares Ashu.
At 44, she. resolved to pick up her education. The decision wasn’t easy. Pursuing her studies meant making trade-offs-meals weren’t perfectly timed, the house looked lived-in, and exam dates conflicted with family plans. But the family adjusted and she managed to finish her PhD course.
Then came the health scare in March 2022 when she was 54. Her blood pressure shot up and the doctor suggested lifelong medication. “That moment was a wake-up call,” she recalls. “I didn’t want to submit to a dependent old age.” Determined to turn her condition around naturally, she opted for physical activities and joined a gym, a turning point in her life. “What truly astonished me was how much our bodies can change with right efforts and consistent self-care,” she said.
Today, her daily routine which reflects the discipline she’s well established begins at 4 a. m. with a refreshing glass of water, followed by a handful of nuts. Then it’s time for gym training, where she focuses on strength sessions and deadlifts. She alternates between yoga, running and walks throughout the week, ensuring a mix of activities.
Ashu launched her social media journey with occasional Instagram posts under @not.just.a.grandma. Her videos featuring workouts, recipes, and an active lifestyle quickly went viral, inspiring millions. Her advice to women is, “Don’t stop just because you are ageing. You can redefine what it means to age with purpose, strength and joy.”
24. What was the attitude of Ashu’s family toward her going for her dream .
A. Favourable. B. Critical.
C. Dismissive. D. Doubtful.
25. What did Ashu give up to obtain her PhD
A. Her physical well-being.
B. An orderly household routine.
C. Family union and stability.
D. Her role as a wife and mother.
26. What drove Ashu to start her physical training in her 50s
A. The end of her motherly duties.
B. Her desire to follow social trends.
C. Her refusal to use medicine for health.
D. The encouragement from the doctor.
27. What can we learn from Ashu’s story
A. Rome wasn’t built in a day.
B. It’s never too late to start afresh.
C. The early bird catches the worm.
D. Actions speak louder than words.
C
Katherine Rundell’s follow-up to 2023’s Impossible Creatures—a novel that sees two children trying to protect “the world’s last magical place”, which is home to all manner of imaginary beings—goes hand in hand with the previous one. But rather than a fantasy story, Vanishing Treasures is a nonfiction survey of some of the seemingly impossible creatures who call our planet home. As the title suggests, many of our neighbors are disappearing at an alarming rate mostly due to humanity’s irresistible greed and desire to dominate whatever is beautiful and rare.
In this book, Katherine Rundell takes us on a tour of the world’s most awe-inspiring animals currently facing extinction. She combines history and personal experiences with a vivid storytelling style. Her own observations and interactions color her description of each animal in an accessible way, which is as enjoyable to read as the facts. Having witnessed the Amur leopard’s stealthy approach to its victim while tracking it, Rundell writes, “The leopard glides through the underbrush like a shadow, its powerful muscles working in perfect harmony with the silence of the forest. Each step is a silent promise of both beauty and danger.”
The book unfolds a wealth of wonders. The seahorse couples meet each morning for a dance, changing colors before going their separate ways. The wood frog survives winter by allowing itself to freeze solid, its heartbeat slowing until it stops altogether. When spring comes, the heart kick-starts itself naturally back to life.
Regrettably, these extraordinary animals are each on the border of extinction. This brilliant essay collection focusing on 23 unusual and underappreciated creatures serves as a forceful call insisting we re-envision the world around us—to truly recognize the fascinating animals, along with their hidden histories and remarkable capabilities and above all, to treasure the immeasurable fortune of inhabiting the same ground as such disappearing treasures.
Beautifully illustrated, and full of intellect, Vanishing Treasures is a chance to be awestruck and lovestruck, to engage with the world’s beauty and its delicate nature and its strangeness.
28. What do we know about the creatures in Rundell’s new novel
A. They’re extinct species.
B. They’re fictional but magical.
C. They inhabit different planets.
D. They’re real but endangered.
29. What does the underlined word “stealthy” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Secretive. B. Hesitant.
C. Awkward. D. Obvious.
30. Why does the author mention the seahorse couples and the wood frog
A. To reveal animals’ bonds.
B. To prove animals’ adaptability.
C. To indicate animals’ amazing features.
D. To contrast animals’ survival skills
31. What is Vanishing Treasures aimed at
A. Driving environmental actions.
B. Sharing personal adventures.
C. Resolving human-animal conflicts.
D. Promoting ecological appreciation.
D
Scientists at the University of Surrey have made a breakthrough in batteries that not only store more energy but help tackle greenhouse gas emissions. Lithium-CO2 “breathing” batteries release power while capturing carbon dioxide, offering a better alternative that may one day outperform today’s lithium-ion batteries.
Until now, Lithium-CO2 batteries have faced setbacks in efficiency-wearing out quickly and relying on expensive rare materials. However, researchers from Surrey have found a way to overcome these issues by using a low-cost catalyst (催化剂) called CPM. Using computer modelling and lab experiments, tests showed this simple change allowed the battery to store considerably more energy, charge with far less power and run for over 100 cycles.
Dr Gadkari, co-author of the study, said, “One of the biggest challenges with these batteries is something called ‘overpotential’ - the extra energy needed to get the reaction going. You can think of it like cycling uphill before you can coast. CPM flattens that hill, meaning the battery loses far less energy during each charge and discharge.”
To understand why the CPM worked so well, researchers used two approaches. First, they took apart the battery after charging and discharging to study the chemical changes inside, finding that lithium carbonate, the chemical substances formed when the battery absorbs CO2, could be reliably built up and removed-an essential feature for long-term use. They then turned to computer modelling using density functional theory (DFT) to explore how the reactions unfold on the material surface. Results showed how the CPM’s stable, holey structure offered the ideal surface for key chemical reactions.
“What’s exciting about this discovery is that it combines strong performance with simplicity. We’ve shown it’s possible to build efficient lithium-CO2 batteries in large numbers using affordable, expandable materials no rare metals required,” said Dr Gadkari. If commercialised, these batteries could help cut emissions from vehicles and industrial sources. Scientists even imagine they could operate on Mars, where the atmosphere is 95% CO2. The discovery opens new doors for developing even better low-cost, easy-to-make battery materials and marks a milestone step toward real-world applications.
32. What advantage does the new battery have over other batteries based on the first paragraph
A. It’s lighter.
B. It’s more user-friendly.
C. It’s greener.
D. It’s more cost-effective.
33 What does Dr Gadkari want to clarify by referring to “cycling uphill”
A. A natural phenomenon. B. A technical term.
C. An experimental stage. D. A theoretical design.
34. How did researchers confirm the effectiveness of CPM besides using modelling
A. By testing its performance on Mars.
B. By assessing its durability via DFT.
C. By observing reactions in the battery.
D. By analyzing lithium carbonate’ structure.
35. What can we infer from the last paragraph about the new battery
A. It is promising for mass production.
B. It is convenient to make and recycle
C. Its efficiency relies on rare earth elements.
D Its use has reshaped the battery industry.
第二节 (共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
On social media platforms, we can easily express our opinions without considering possible consequences. ____36____. So try mastering the art of social media manners with our guide on responsible posting.
In social media, the principle “Think Before You Post” serves as a vital reminder of our responsibility. Before hitting that “post” button, take a moment to reflect on what you say. ____37____ A seemingly harmless joke might hurt someone with a different sense of humor.
Understanding your audience is also key. Imagine being at a party. Would you discuss the same topics with your grandmother as with your classmates Probably not. ____38____ Each social media platform has its own unique audience and culture. Be mindful of your audience. Are they mostly family or professional contacts These factors can guide your posts.
____39____ Just because something is available to you doesn’t mean it’s meant for public consumption. If you encounter someone’s sensitive information, it’s your responsibility to maintain secrecy, whether it’s a video from a closed-door party, or even something as simple as labelling them in a post.
Engaging in constructive conversations is another crucial aspect of social media manners. The digital world is where you can learn, grow and broaden your horizons. In digital discussions, remember the golden rule: treat others as you want to be treated. It’s perfectly fine to disagree, but how you handle that disagreement truly matters. Avoid personal attacks. ____40____. Express your thoughts in a respectful and constructive manner. Furthermore, be open to different viewpoints, which will offer you new insights and enrich your understanding of the world.
A. Instead, focus on the issue at hand.
B. Do they correspond with your values
C. Make it a point not to disclose others’ privacy.
D. Never have your digital footprint left for good.
E. Could it be misinterpreted or taken out of context
F. Yet this carefree posting practice can lead to harm.
G. The same principle applies to your digital interactions.
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
One April morning, a group of photographers were visiting Heber to photograph wild horses. They had ____41____ Friends of the Heber Wild Horses for guidance on the best shooting places. One ____42____ location had a drying dirt water tank, creating a ____43____ for wildlife.
Shortly after noon, a photographer spotted a mare (母马) and her child ____44____ in the thick mud and an urgent message ____45____, “Horses drowning in mud.”
Within minutes, a team armed with ropes arrived. A couple had already ____46____ the young, but the mother, exhausted and sinking, needed desperate help. For over an hour, seven rescuers worked tirelessly. To ____47____ the rope, Andy repeatedly stepped into the dangerous mud. Initially, the only ____48____ was to place the rope around the horse’s neck with a knot (结) ____49____ tied to prevent choking (窒息). Once the horse gained some energy by struggling on her own, the team managed to reposition the rope around her hindquarters for a safer ____50____. The rescue team used great care, allowing the mother time to rest between ____51____ to avoid injury.
Finally the mother was pulled out. Though shaky, she stood up and ____52____ with her child, which had been waiting on the bank, calling out to her. The team watched them wandering into the woods.
The rescue highlighted a ____53____: Sympathy and teamwork are the only ____54____ for trapped wildlife. The strangers that saved that day left as heroes who proved humanity’s kindness can ____55____ natural dangers.
41. A. honored B. contacted C. confirmed D. searched
42. A. recommended B. restricted C. reserved D. abandoned
43. A. boundary B. shelter C. barrier D. trap
44. A. swinging B. struggling C. rolling D. running
45. A. died away B. got stuck C. came through D. won out
46. A. examined B. freed C. fed D. calmed
47. A. loosen B. replace C. remove D. secure
48. A. risk B. function C. option D. error
49. A. formally B. randomly C. skillfully D. oddly
50. A. drive B. ride C. entry D. drag
51. A. efforts B. defeats C. tasks D. breaks
52. A. agreed B. consulted C. reunited D. competed
53. A. choice B. lesson C. problem D. custom
54. A. lifeline B. milestone C. benefit D. symbol
55. A. target B. predict C. enhance D. outplay
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。
Once a traditional rural craft, the handwoven carpet weaving (编织) technique of Yangxin County in Binzhou, Shandong Province now symbolizes a lively revival (复兴) through the combination of cultural heritage with modern innovation.
The technique is well known for its complicated process that ____56____ (mix) painting, carving, weaving and dyeing. Its designs are characterized by traditional Chinese flower and branch patterns, ____57____ (give) each piece strong decorative appeal. The technique was listed ____58____ a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage item in 2021.
In 2022, the Yangxin Carpet Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop ____59____ (found), focusing on preserving, documenting and promoting the weaving tradition. Led by Huang Chunsheng, the workshop trains workers in diverse techniques. To expand access to ____60____ (employ), it has set up 12 branch workshops across the county, enabling local residents to work close to home.
The workshop participated in setting both domestic and international standards for handmade carpets. ____61____ (commit) to innovation, it has cooperated with companies and universities for new carpet materials and designs. A major breakthrough came through a joint project with Donghua University, leading to the development of China’s first fully digital intelligent robot for carpets and marking a ____62____ (significance) step in automating and upgrading ____63____ traditional industry.
Showcased at multiple international events, Yangxin carpet products have enjoyed great popularity. ____64____ (advance) public education, the workshop has established a carpet museum, _____65_____ features historical displays, product showcases and interactive areas, demonstrating how traditional carpet-making evolves and integrates (融入) into modern life.
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，你校正在进行“外国人在中国的文化体验”的研究项目。请给你在太极学习班上认识的英国朋友David写一封邮件，邀请他接受采访。内容包括：
(1) 项目介绍；
(2) 采访相关事宜。
注意：
(1) 写作词数应为80个左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
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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。
Every Christmas, Dale Marks and his wife Julie put up a massive Christmas light display at Star Square in the neighborhood to raise money for the Food Bank of Iowa. It usually took the couple a week to prepare, but they were happy to do it despite the trouble. Watching the light display during Christmas had become a neighborhood tradition.
People admired the couple’s selfless acts. Every year they visited the light display and contributed to the food bank willingly. In 2023, Dale and Julie made over 28,000 meals in cash for the food bank, which was really an amazing achievement.
As everyone was looking forward to the 2024 light display, something unexpected occurred. Dale suddenly passed out and was rushed to the hospital. Having ignored mild chest discomfort for days, he was unaware a viral infection had led to severe myocarditis (心肌炎). After careful physical examination, he was told to stay in hospital for a month-long treatment. That meant that he was unable to set up or organize this year’s light display as his doctor strictly prohibited physical labor until full recovery.
There were only three days left before the Christmas light display. However, the couple could do nothing since Julie had to take care of Dale in the hospital. Still determined to carry on the Christmas light tradition to feed the hungry, they felt anxious. Then an idea struck Dale that they could find someone else to help do that. Soon, the notice was put up on the noticeboard in the community.
The news that Dale had a serious disease and couldn’t hold the Christmas light display this year spread quickly. Concerned about him, many neighbors came to the hospital to see Dale. Among them were his neighbor Mr. Music and his son Jack, a high school student. They had been coming to donate money every year and even helped with the light display.
注意：
(1) 续写词数应为150个左右：
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Dale, don’t worry about the light display,” Mr. Music comforted.
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On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square.
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英语答案
听力
1-5.BACAA
6. B 7. B
8. C 9. B
10. C 11. A 12. C
13. B 14. A 15. C 16. B
17. C 18. A 19. C 20. B
阅读
21. C 22. D 23. A
24. A 25. B 26. C 27. B
28. D 29. A 30. C 31. D
32. C 33. B 34. C 35. A
36. F 37. E 38. G 39. C 40. A
41. B 42. A 43. D 44. B 45. C 46. B 47. D 48. C 49. C 50. D 51. A 52. C 53. B 54. A 55. D
56. mixes
57. giving 58. as
59. was founded
60. employment
61. Committed
62. significant
63. the 64. To advance
65. which
66. Dear David,
How is everything going I am writing to invite you to an interview for our school research project — Cultural Experiences of Foreigners in China.
This project is aimed to explore how foreigners perceive and adapt to Chinese culture. The findings will be collected and shared to promote cross-cultural understanding. The interview will be held in the school library at 3 p.m. this Friday for about 30 minutes, during which time we’ll briefly introduce the project and then you will be asked to answer several questions, mainly focusing on your Tai Chi learning experience and the cultural shocks you’ve encountered in China. Your insights will surely enrich our research.
Looking forward to your participation.
Yours,
Li Hua
67. “Dale, don’t worry about the light display,” Mr. Music comforted. “You and Julie have lit up our Christmases for years. Now it’s our turn to light up yours.” Dale held Mr. Music’s hands tightly, expressing gratitude again and again. On return from the hospital, Mr. Music and Jack got down to making a plan for the light display and then purchased colored lights, lanterns and other decorations. Neighbors volunteered to join them in setting up the light display. They worked tirelessly and in a few hours Star Square got beautifully decorated. Everyone in the community was eagerly looking forward to the light display.
On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square. The sight took his breath away. The square sparkled with countless lights and colorful decorations. A huge banner read “Get Well Soon, Dale!” Neighbors surrounded him, cheering and clapping. Some hugged him, expressing their wishes for his recovery. Though weak, Dale felt an overwhelming warmth in his heart. What delighted him even more was that Mr. Music announced that they had raised enough money for over 35,000 meals. What the community did shows us the power of unity when people come together for a common cause.
