葫芦岛市普通高中 2024-2025学年下学期期末考试
高二英语参考答案及评分标准
第一部分 听力（共 20题，满分 30分。每小题 1.5分）
1 — 5. CBCAC 6 —10. ABBCA 11 —15. ABCAB 16 —20.ACABC
第二部分 阅读（共 20题，满分 50分。每小题 2.5分）
21 — 23. BCD 24 — 27. BCAD 28 — 31. BABC 32 — 35. ABCD 36 — 40. AFCDE
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30分）
第一节 完形填空（共 15题，满分 15分。每小题 1分）
41—45. DBACB 46—50. DABDC 51—55. CCDAB
第二节 语法填空（共 10题，满分 15分。每小题 1.5分）
56. sourced 57. wisdom 58. various 59. as 60. Currently
61. related 62. an 63. which/that 64. was selected 65. and
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40分）
第一节（满分 15分）
应用文参考范文
Dear Tom,
Glad to know you’re interested in the Chinese saying “Where there is a will, there is a way.”
It means that strong determination and perseverance are key to overcoming obstacles and
achieving goals, no matter how challenging they seem.
This saying has deeply inspired me. It reminds me that setbacks are temporary—if I stay
committed, even small steps forward count. For example, when I struggled with English writing,
practising daily helped me improve gradually. It’s not just a motto, but a philosophy that
encourages us to turn dreams into reality.
What do you think of this idea Looking forward to your reply!
Best wishes,
Li Hua
第二节（满分 25分）
读后续写参考范文
However, I was assigned to pair up with Alex to design a poster. I tensed up, avoiding his
eyes as we sat together. Ten minutes of silence—he doodled, I stared at the blank poster. “Nature
theme ” I mumbled. He pushed over a sketchbook: “Tree shapes. Not great.” His lines were neat.
I added leaf veins, and he leaned in: “Cool.” My elbow knocked over paint, splattering his
notebook. I froze, but he laughed: “We’re both clumsy.” He handed me a tissue. “Sorry I snapped
about the water bottle that day. That notes page took ages.”“I should have been careful,” I said. He
met my gaze: “Start over I’ll do borders, you draw animals ”I smiled, and he smiled back.
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Alex proudly introduced that the fantastic picture was drawn by me. Our poster won first
prize in the school competition, and during the award ceremony, he pulled me to the front,
shouting, “This wouldn’t happen without my partner!” The class applauded, and several students
came over to congratulate us. Later, Alex invited me to join his soccer team, and soon I was
hanging out with a group of classmates. One day, as we joked in the library, I realized I no longer
felt like an outsider. The new town still felt unfamiliar, but thanks to a spilt water bottle and a
shared poster, it was starting to feel like home.
听力原文：
第一节
Text 1
W: Wow. Your dad did a great job. He made the oldest bike in town look new. People may think
your bike is more expensive than mine.
M: You know, it goes faster than your bike now
W: I don’t think so. Let’s race and see.
Text 2
M: Mr.Sophie Why has my seat been moved to the front row Everyone else is sitting in their
original seats.
W: If you choose to talk in class instead of listening, your seat will be moved closer to me so I can
see you better.
Text 3
M: Maria, I need to meet my niece at the railway station at six twenty. She called me a quarter ago.
I just had an emergency meeting.
W: Oh, it’s six o’clock now. Twenty minutes to go.
M: That is enough.
Text 4
W: Robert, which do you think you need more of luck, talent or effort to succeed in the arts
M: In my opinion, you need the opportunity to succeed, and not everyone gets the right
opportunity, even if they’re really talented and devoted.
Text 5
M: Now you can begin taking the plates to the customers. Well, don’t carry too many plates. You
may drop them.
W: Oh, I won’t. I’ve never dropped plates in my life.
M: You can’t be too careful.
W: Well, I’ll try my best.
第二节
Text 6
M: Guess what I’ll be doing this summer
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W:What
M: I’m going to work at the Churchill hotel.
W: What exactly will you be doing there
M: Let’s see. I’ll be doing some small repairs inside and outside the hotel. I’ll be cutting grass and
taking care of the flowers.
W: Sounds interesting. What’s the pay
M: Well, uh, about twenty dollars per hour, five hours a day, and Sunday free.
W: That’s good money. What are you going to do with it
M: I’ll pay for the textbooks for next semester.
Text 7
W: Hey John, can I talk to you for a minute
M: Sure, what’s up
W: I want to let you know about a book club I joined months ago. I know you do a lot of reading
so I thought you might want to come with me next month.
M: Oh, that sounds like fun. When does the group meet
W: Usually the last Saturday of the month at seven thirty in the evening. Is that too late for you
M: No, I think that’s okay. What do you talk about in the group
W: Well, every month we choose a new book and then during the next meeting we discuss it.
M: What books have you read
W: Quite a lot. Recently we have read the Beautiful Mind and the Great Gatsby. Now we are
reading the Kite Runner.
M: The Kite Runner I’ve heard that’s a good book. What’s it about
W: It’s about two boys who grow up in Afghanistan in the nineteen eighties and how their
friendship shapes the rest of their lives.
M: That sounds interesting. I’d love to come.
W: Great. The next meeting will be held in half a month, so you still have time to read the book.
Text 8
M :Good afternoon, madam. My friend saw the information in the newspaper that you might have
a spare apartment and told me on Friday.
W: yes, I have a spare apartment for rent.
M: Would it be okay to look at it now
W: OK, come in, please.
M: Um, this apartment looks nice and quite new. The living room is really large.
W: It’s forty square meters.
M: How much should I pay
W: 800 dollars a month
M: What are included
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W: Only gas is included. You have to pay for the electricity and water.
M: Ah, can you cut down a little I’ve searched a lot on the Internet and there wasn’t so much
high rent.
W: As you can see, the apartment has recently been redecorated and completely furnished.
M: Well, that’s it. When can I move in
W: Let me see. Today is Wednesday. In three days. If you like.
M: That’s great.
Text 9
M: Why did you get home so late, Enya I was worried sick!
W: I had everything timed perfectly. I sat in the coffee shop, waiting for Bus 35. It is supposed to
leave at 4:45 sharp. I take it every day at that time because it arrives at the Waterloo Station just in
time for me to catch Bus 15.
M: And you lost track of time, didn’t you
W: No, Ken, not this time. I was at the bus stop on time, and I was picking up my bag and getting
to my feet at 4:35. I was two feet from the bus when it suddenly left!
M: Ten minutes early
W: Yes. So, I had to wait thirty minutes for the next bus. By then, there were no more buses
leaving from Waterloo.
M: How did you get here, then
W: I walked．Can you imagine—me, a young woman, walking in the dark for an hour by alone
M: And in this neighborhood! Next time, please call me. That was so dangerous.
W: I know. I’m lucky to be alive. What’s wrong with the public transportation in this city Don’t
they care about people who can’t afford cars
M: We should write a letter to our local officials.
W: And the newspaper!
Text 10
The desire to stay cool is, of course, nothing new.
The ancient Egyptians and Romans employed various techniques to cool down their
buildings from the outside heat. Some people have even claimed that the first air conditioning
device was invented in ancient Egypt. The ancient Egyptians would hang wet plants outside their
windows, and when the air came into the house, it would be cooled by the cool water drops on the
plants.
The Romans understood that if they could bring cold water under their houses, then the
temperature inside would fall. And if we really stretch the meaning of the phrase “air
conditioning”, then hand fans have been used since the very beginning of the history. People
realized that they could move air by waving something and it would cool them down for a while.
The Chinese inventor Ding Huan went a step further in the second century and invented a fan
that could go around, similar to fans we might see today, although it was powered by servants.
That’s all for today. Please stay tuned for more updates.
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书面表达评分标准
第一节（满分 15 分）
一、评分原则
1．本题总分为 15 分，按五个档次进行评分。
2．评分时，应主要从内容、词汇语法和篇章结构三个方面考虑，具体为：
（1）对内容要点的覆盖情况以及表述的清楚程度和合理性。
（2）使用词汇和语法结构的准确性、恰当性和多样性。
（3）上下文的衔接和全文的连贯性。
3．评分时，先根据作答的整体情况初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来综合衡
量，确定或调整档次，最后给分。
4．评分时还应注意：
（1）词数少于 60 的，酌情扣分。
（2）单词拼写和标点符号是写作规范的重要方面，评分时应视其对交际的影响程度予以
考虑。英、美拼写及词汇用法均可接受。
（3）书写较差以致影响交际的，酌情扣分。
二、各档次的给分范围和要求
第五档（13～15 分）
覆盖了所有内容要点，表述清楚、合理。
使用了多样并且恰当的词汇和语法结构，可能有个别小错，但完全不影响理解。
有效地使用了语句间衔接手段，全文结构清晰，意义连贯。
完全达到了预期的写作目的。
第四档（10～12 分）
覆盖了所有内容要点，表述比较清楚、合理。
使用了比较多样并且恰当的词汇和语法结构，可能有些许错误，但不影响理解。
比较有效地使用了语句间衔接手段，全文结构比较清晰，意义比较连贯。
达到了预期的写作目的。
第三档（7～9 分）
覆盖了大部分内容要点，有个别地方表述不够清楚、合理。
使用了简单的词汇和语法结构，有一些错误或不恰当之处，但基本不影响理解。
基本有效地使用了语句间衔接手段，全文结构基本清晰，意义基本连贯。
基本达到了预期的写作目的。
第二档（4～6 分）
遗漏或未清楚表述一些内容要点，或一些内容与写作目的不相关。
所使用的词汇有限，语法结构单调，错误较多，影响理解。
几乎不能有效地使用语句间衔接手段，全文结构不够清晰，意义不够连贯。
未能达到预期的写作目的。
第一档（1～3 分）
遗漏或未清楚表述大部分内容要点，或大部分内容与写作目的不相关。
所使用的词汇有限，语法结构单调，错误很多，严重影响理解。
几乎没有使用语句间衔接手段，全文结构不清晰，意义不连贯。
完全未达到预期的写作目的。
零分
未作答；所写内容太少或无法看清以致无法评判；所写内容与题目要求完全不相关。
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第二节（满分 25 分）
一、评分原则
1． 本题总分为 25 分，按五个档次进行评分。
2．评分时，应主要从内容、词汇语法和篇章结构三个方面考虑，具体为：
（1）创造内容的质量，续写的完整性以及与原文情境的融治度。
（2）使用词汇和语法结构的准确性、恰当性和多样性。
（3）上下文的衔接和全文的连贯性。
3．评分时，先根据作答的整体情况初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来综合衡
量，确定或调整档次，最后给分。
4．评分时还应注意：
（1）词数少于 120 的，酌情扣分。
（2）单词拼写和标点符号是写作规范的重要方面，评分时应视其对交际的影响程度予以考
虑。
英、美拼写及词汇用法均可接受。
（3）书写较差以致影响交际的，酌情扣分。
二、各档次的给分范围和要求
第五档（21～25 分）
创造了丰富、合理的内容，富有逻辑性，续写完整，与原文情境融洽度高。
使用了多样并且恰当的词汇和语法结构，可能有个别小错，但完全不影响理解。
有效地使用了语句间衔接手段，全文结构清晰，意义连贯。
第四档（16～20 分）
创造了比较丰富、合理的内容，比较有逻辑性，续写比较完整，与原文情境融治度较高。
使用了比较多样并且怡当的词汇和语法结构，可能有些许错误，但不影响理解，比较有效
地使用了语句间衔接手段，全文结构比较清晰，意义比较连贯。
第三档（11～15 分）
创造了基本合理的内容，有一定的逻辑性，续写基本完整，与原文情境相关。
使用了简单的词汇和语法结构，有一些错误或不怡当之处，但基本不影响理解。
基本有效地使用了语句间衔接手段，全文结构基本清晰，意义基本连贯。
第二档（6～10 分）
内容或逻辑上有一些重大问题，续写不够完整，与原文情境有一定程度脱节。
所使用的词汇有限，语法结构单调，错误较多，影响理解。
未能有效地使用语句间衔接手段，全文结构不够清晰，意义不够连贯。
第一档（1～5 分）
内容或逻辑上有较多重大问题，或有部分内容抄自原文，续写不完整，与原文情境基本脱
节。
所使用的词汇有限，语法结构单调，错误很多，严重影响理解。
几乎没有使用语句间衔接手段，全文结构不清晰，意义不连贯。
零分
未作答：所写内容太少或无法看清以致无法评判：所写内容全部抄自原文或与题目要求完
全不相关。
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高二英语
时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生须在答题卡和试题卷上规定的位置，准确填写本人姓名、准考证号，并核对条形码上的信息。确认无误后，将条形码粘贴在答题卡上相应位置。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上各题目规定答题区域内，超出答题区域书写或写在本试卷上的答案无效。
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 are the speakers probably talking about
A. The bike price. B. A bike race. C. The man’s bike.
2. Why has the woman moved the boys seat
A. He has trouble in listening.
B. He talks too much.
C. She wants to see him better.
3. When did the man get his niece’s call
A At 6:05. B. At 6:00. C. At 5:45.
4. What does the man think is most needed to succeed
A. Luck. B. Effort. C. Talent.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At home. B. In a shop. C. In a restaurant.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man going to do this summer
A. Work at a hotel. B. Repair his house. C. Teach a course.
7. How will the man use the money
A. To hire a gardener. B. To buy books. C. To buy some flowers.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the woman recommending to the man
A. A book. B. A club. C. A course.
9. What is the woman reading now
A. The Beautiful Mind. B. The Great Gatsby. C. The Kite Runner.
10. How much time does the man have to read the book
A. About two weeks. B. About three weeks. C. About one month.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How did the man learn about the apartment
A. From his friend. B. In the newspaper. C. Through the Internet.
12. What is covered in the rent
A. Electricity. B. Gas. C. Water.
13. When can the man move in
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. Why did the woman fail to catch the bus
A. The bus left earlier than usual.
B. She was late.
C. She wanted to walk home.
15. What is the man worried about
A. The public transportation.
B. The woman’s safety.
C. The dangerous neighborhood.
16. What does the woman decide to do in the end
A. Complain to the local government.
B. Call the newspaper.
C. Buy a car.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Cooling fans. B. Room design. C. Air conditioning.
18. Which country might have invented the first cooling device
A. Egypt. B. Rome. C. China.
19. Which cooling method has the longest history
A. Wet plants. B. Hand fans. C. Cold water.
20. Where is the passage most probably taken from
A. A history book. B. A culture magazine. C. A radio programme.
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
Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace
Join a guided tour to explore London’s iconic Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben. With skip-the-line tickets, access Westminster Abbey to discover its treasures. The following information is provided for your reference.
Highlights
●Efficiently visit three top London attractions.
●Let a guide lead through busy areas, ensuring you don’t miss any hidden sights.
●Avoid queues with skip-the-line access, saving you precious time.
●Capture photos of famous landmarks from the best points recommended by your guide.
What’s Included
A tour by a 5-Star Licensed Guide with live commentary in your chosen language. Skip-the-line tickets, priority group entry (max 20 people), and headsets for Westminster Abbey. Your guide will also share fascinating anecdotes and historical context, bringing each site to life. Plus, get access to exclusive areas of Westminster Abbey that are usually off-limits to regular visitors.
Additional Information
Arrive 10 minutes early; no refund for latecomers. Tours in one language. Entry restricted during masses. Keep quiet as it’s a place of worship. Limited pram (婴儿车) access, no luggage storage, no pets. Consider wearing comfortable shoes, as there will be some walking involved, and dress appropriately, especially when visiting Westminster Abbey.
Limited-time Deal
Grab a 5% discount now! Pay only 111.49 per person (was 117.35). But act fast — the deal ends on July 25, 2025. Explore London’s iconic sites, with free cancellation 24 hours before the tour starts. Don’t miss this chance to experience London’s rich history at a great price!
1. What advantage can tourists get from the skip-the-line tickets
A. Entering Buckingham Palace directly.
B. Avoiding long queues at Westminster Abbey.
C. Gaining access to exclusive areas of Big Ben.
D. Getting a discount on the tour price.
2. If a tourist arrives 5 minutes late for the tour, what will happen
A. They can still join the tour but need to pay an extra fee.
B. They will be given a chance to catch up with the group.
C. They won’t get a refund and may miss part of the tour.
D. They can reschedule the tour for another day without charge.
3. Where is this passage most probably taken from
A. A historical research paper. B. A fashion magazine.
C. A geography textbook. D. A travel advertisement.
B
In the heart of the Netherlands, a simple pot of tomato soup is simmering (煨), not just with flavors but with the warmth of human connection. As a student volunteer, I, Lot Wolff, stood shoulder to shoulder with elderly folks at a community center, chopping tomatoes, mincing garlic, and tearing spinach leaves. The air was filled with the flavour of ingredients and the rhythmic chatter of newfound friends.
This initiative, Oma’s Soep, was the brainchild of Max Kranendijk. He explained, “In the Netherlands, grandmas are kitchen legends when it comes to soups. Their recipes are like family treasures, passed down through generations.” Our goal was straightforward yet profound: to cut down loneliness among the elderly.
Young volunteers like me carried bags of ingredients to community centers and retirement homes. The kitchen became a vibrant (充满活力的) place where age melted away. Maurice, an elderly participant, smiled and shared, “Loneliness is a heavy burden, but here, every moment is a delight. It’s a beautiful way to spend the day.” His words echoed the moods of everyone present.
As we stirred the soup together, stories flowed freely. Lenny, an elderly woman with a twinkle in her eye, laughed, “Old folks often complain about aches and pains, but young people bring life! I love hearing their tales from the outside world — the gossip, the adventures. It’s like a breath of fresh air.”
Now, Oma’s Soep has expanded beyond our cooking sessions. The soup is sold in shops across the Netherlands, with half of the profits contributed to further solving loneliness. It’s heartwarming to see how a simple bowl of soup has become a symbol of unity, breaking down barriers and fostering meaningful connections between generations. This initiative truly deserves praise “two thumbs up”!
4. In paragraph 1, what does the “warmth of human connection” refer to
A. The heat from cooking the soup.
B. The friendly interaction among people.
C. The comfortable temperature of the community center.
D. The shared love for traditional Dutch food.
5. What does Maurice think of the activity at the community center
A. It is a good way to learn cooking skills.
B. It helps him forget his physical problems.
C. It makes his day enjoyable and meaningful.
D. It provides a chance to share family stories.
6. What can be inferred from Lenny’s words
A. The loneliness among the elderly deserves social attention.
B. Young people rarely share their life stories with the elderly.
C. The elderly dislike complaining about their health.
D Gossip is the main topic in the cooking sessions.
7. In the last paragraph what is the significance of selling Oma’s Soep in shops
A. To promote Dutch cuisine worldwide.
B. To increase the income of volunteers.
C. To expand the influence of the community center.
D. To distribute more funds to relieve elderly loneliness.
C
In the vast, icy landscapes of Antarctica, Adélie penguins go about their lives, unaware that their poop (排泄物) could play a crucial role in the fight against climate change. This unexpected discovery has opened up new perspectives on the complicated relationship between wildlife and the planet’s climate system.
Scientists from the University of Helsinki have found that ammonia (氨气) in penguin poop combines with air molecules (分子) to form tiny particles, which act as cloud condensation nuclei (凝结核). These nuclei are essential for cloud formation. Clouds, in turn, reflect sunlight back into space, effectively cooling the Earth. This cooling effect is especially significant over the oceans, where the dark water absorbs a large amount of solar radiation. In a 60,000-penguin colony, ammonia levels can reach 1,000 times the background standard. Given that polar regions lack common nuclei sources like dust, penguin poop fills a vital gap in the natural cloud-forming process.
However, the impact of clouds on the climate is two-fold. While they help cool the Earth by reflecting sunlight, over snow-covered areas, clouds can also trap heat near the surface, acting like a blanket. Scientists are still working to understand how these contrasting effects balance out across different environments.
Climate change poses a direct threat to this delicate balance. As sea temperatures rise and ocean ecosystems change, the population of krill, the main food source for penguins, may decline. A decrease in krill means less food for penguins, which could lead to a reduction in their numbers. Consequently, the amount of ammonia-rich poop would decrease, potentially weakening the cloud-cooling process that helps regulate the planet’s temperature.
This discovery highlights the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. Every species, no matter how small, contributes to maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. To fight with climate change, we must take action.
8. Why is penguin poop particularly important for cloud formation in polar regions
A. Polar oceans absorb less solar radiation than other areas.
B. Polar regions don’t have common cloud-forming “seeds” like dust.
C. The ammonia in their poop can trap heat like a blanket.
D. Penguin groups in Antarctica make 1,000 times more ammonia than other animals.
9. What does the underlined word “two-fold” mean
A. Clouds perform both cooling and heating effects.
B. Clouds function to trap heat over polar regions.
C. Clouds keep heat during day and night cycles.
D. Clouds rely on ammonia for their existence.
10. How does climate change endanger the cloud-cooling process
A. Through a direct rise in sea temperature.
B. By decreasing the populations of krill and penguins.
C. By altering clouds to trap excessive heat.
D. By transforming the chemical properties of penguin poop.
11. What is the main purpose of the last paragraph
A. To present detailed research findings.
B. To discuss various climate change impacts.
C. To advocate environmental protection actions.
D. To illustrate species interdependence.
D
In recent years, Labubu, a strange-looking, uneven-toothed toy, has become a worldwide success. This lovely figure, made by Chinese company Pop Mart, has become popular among collectors around the world, showing that “ugly-cute” is the new trend.
Designed by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung, Labubu is part of Pop Mart’s “The Monsters” series. With its big, round eyes, sharp ears, and a playful smile, Labubu stands out in the world of collectibles. But what really makes Labubu so wanted is the blind-box model. When fans buy a blind box, they don’t know which Labubu they will get. It might be a Labubu dressed as an astronaut, or a rare, special-edition figure. This exciting surprise has made collecting Labubu an addictive hobby.
Labubu’s global popularity is easy to notice. Outside Pop Mart stores in cities like London and Los Angeles, long lines form hours before the stores open. Fans there often complain about how hard it is to get these toys, and many have to pay high prices to those who resell them. Famous people like Rihanna and David Beckham have also been seen showing off Labubu toys, either as decorations on their bags or in their personal collections. This star influence has made Labubu well-known, turning it into a fashionable accessory.
Pop Mart’s success with Labubu is remarkable. In 2024, “The Monsters” series, which includes Labubu, earned over 3 billion yuan, doubling the company’s profits. With stores opening in many places across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Pop Mart is expanding globally.
However, success also brings problems. People who buy large numbers of Labubu toys to sell at higher prices are a problem. Also, too many people in the stores have caused safety concerns, making Pop Mart stop in-store sales in some areas. But these difficulties won’t stop Labubu. Its success shows the power of creative design and clever marketing, and it’s a great example of Chinese pop culture becoming popular around the world.
12. What is the main reason for Labubu’s popularity
A. Unique look and blind-box surprise.
B. High profit return for resellers.
C. Global market presence.
D. High-quality materials and craft.
13. Which of the following statements is supported by Paragraph 3
A. Labubu’s popularity is limited to major cities.
B. Celebrity influence has expanded Labubu’s market.
C. Fans can easily find all Labubu editions in stores.
D. Pop Mart has reduced production to increase prices.
14. What problems does Pop Mart face because of Labubu’s success
A. Too many fans refusing to buy Labubu toys.
B. Low sales in the in-store sales in some area.
C. Resellers and safety issues caused by overcrowding.
D. Difficulty in finding good designers for new toys.
15. Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A. The Global Influence of Blind-Box Collectables
B. Pop Mart’s Strategies for Toy Market Domination
C. Chinese Artistic Toys: A Rising Trend in International Markets
D. Labubu: Transforming from a Local Hit to a Worldwide Star
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。
Have you ever kept a secret that felt like a weight in your heart Most of us have.
Secrecy is more than silence — it’s a choice to withhold (扣留) specific information. Consider a high school student struggling with math but hiding his/ her difficulties, fearing others will see him/her as incapable. ___16___.
___17___. Take Li Wei for example, who hid his concern about his height, worrying friends would laugh at him. Ironically, it’s not the act of hiding that harms most — it’s the “thinking” about the secret during quiet moments, like lying awake at night, which fuels shame and isolation.
Why do secrets confuse us Our brains treat unresolved issues as urgent. Chen Lin once lied about finishing a group project on time. Even after the project ended, her mind replayed the lie, making her feel guilty and distant from friends. Studies found that the more we “mind-wander” to secrets, the more our happiness suffers. ___18___.
Secrets can stress relationships, but not always. In healthy friendships, like Xiao Yue planning a surprise birthday party for her best friend, secrets can strengthen trust. ___19___. But hiding mistakes — like cheating on a test — breeds guilt and destroys self-respect. Poor relationships often “cause” harmful secrets (like a bullied student hiding pain), worsening both the secret and the bond.
How can we cope There are three methods. Namely, regulating emotions, solving problems positively and sharing wisely. Zhang Hao journaled to ease piano exam shame; Liu Ying sought tutoring instead of hiding scores; Liang Min shared her fear of public speaking with a teacher, turning it into a shared goal. As experts suggest, “___20___. The key to happiness may lie in knowing when to stay silent — and when to speak your truth.”
A. This “intention” to hide creates stress even before he/ she faces questions.
B. What kinds of secrets do we keep
C. These thoughts create a silent burden, making us feel alone in our struggles.
D. “Good secrets” (like kindness plans) feel exciting, not exhausting.
E. Secrets are part of growing up, but they don’t have to control us.
F. Teens often hide feelings like insecurities about appearance or fancy.
G. Immoral secrets trigger the most shame.
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。
Songs get us through our lives. Each time I listen to my favorite song Reach, I am deeply impressed by its lyrics (歌词): “If I could reach higher, just for one moment touch the sky.” ___21___ we hear this enthusiastic song sung by Gloria Estefan, we can ___22___ imagine how she managed to return to the stage after her serious back injury. In 1990, this Cuban singer was ___23___ down in a terrible traffic accident, and the doctor ___24___ that she might never walk again. But Gloria did not give up and kept on working hard towards her recovery. Just one year after the ___25___, she stood up again and ___26___ this encouraging song at the Atlanta Olympics.
Whenever I think of Gloria, a ___27___ comes back to me. When I entered university, naturally shy, ordinary-looking, and with ___28___ scores in my lessons, just like an ugly duckling, I seemed to be the least outstanding one in my class. Continuous failures drove me into ___29___. “Am I bound to take a back seat to everyone else ” ____30____ to submit to such a fate, I spared no efforts to work on my lessons and joined in many activities, such as English speech contests, recitals, and dramas. I just wanted to catch every little opportunity to ____31____ myself. My constant efforts finally ____32____. I received some awards. More importantly, I gained courage and ____33____ to face any difficulty in my journey through life.
____34____ is just like farming. You ____35____ what you sow. Once you have a dream, don’t hesitate. Keep moving.
21. A. Unless B. Because C. Until D. When
22. A. nearly B. easily C. finally D. rarely
23. A. knocked B. cut C. pulled D. turned
24. A. argued B. doubted C. declared D. added
25. A. performance B. disaster C. journey D. concert
26. A. wrote B. recorded C. covered D. presented
27. A. memory B. view C. question D. fancy
28. A. standard B. average C. high D. fantastic
29. A. anger B. weakness C. trouble D. hopelessness
30. A. Free B. Eager C. Unwilling D. Disappointed
31. A. satisfy B. enjoy C. improve D. excuse
32. A. took off B. went out C. paid off D. gave out
33. A. money B. praise C. profit D. confidence
34. A. Life B. Competition C. Difficulty D. Journey
35. A. reserve B. harvest C. purchase D. collect
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 oil-paper umbrella is one of the traditional Chinese handicrafts and the earliest umbrellas in the world, with a usage history of over 1,000 years. With all materials ____36____ (source) from nature, it is made purely by hand, and is the crystallization of the ____37____ (wise) of ancient Chinese working people.
It is one of the ancient traditional items of the Han ethnic group, and has also spread to ____38____ (vary) parts of Asia such as North Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, and Japan, where it developed local characteristics in different regions.
The oil-paper umbrella, ____39____ a type of paper or cloth umbrella originating from China, is known to modern people. ____40____ (current), Yuhang oil-paper umbrellas are the most famous. In Hangzhou, there is also a timeless love story ____41____ (relate) to oil-paper umbrellas. By the West Lake and by the Broken Bridge, the male and female protagonists Xu Xian and Bai Niangzi in “The Legend of the White Snake” met through ____42____ oil-paper umbrella.
The oil-paper umbrella ____43____ has a lightweight and beautiful body is a commonly used item in folk weddings and primitive religious activities. It is also popular among users and folk collectors. In 2008, the technique of making the oil-paper umbrella ____44____ (select) as one of the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage representative projects in China, ____45____ the representative inheritor of the project was Bi Liufu.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你的英国朋友Tom来信表示对中国经典名句“有志者，事竟成”很感兴趣。请你给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1解释涵义；
2.你的感想。
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 Tom,
Glad to receive your letter!
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Best Wishes,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It took a day’s drive, but distance was beside the point. I always enjoyed long journeys in my father’s car with my family. However, things went different that time. We were moving to a new town, not for any tourist destination, but to settle down, for my father had a new job there. My mother, sitting on the passenger seat in the front, was talking with my father. She looked excited for the coming new life. But I was down, feeling nervous about starting a new school life. Entering a new school meant adapting to a completely different environment and meeting new classmates and teachers, which I was not good at.
On my first day at the new school, I felt lost and out of place. The students already knew each other well, and they chatted happily during breaks. I missed my old friends terribly and wished I could go back to my old school. Feeling lonely. I often spent time alone during breaks and after classes, reading books in the library or drawing pictures in the art room. I missed the good days I had with my old friends and longed for that sense of belonging.
As the days went by, I still found it hard to fit in. I was shy and found it difficult to strike up conversations with my classmates. Some of the kids in my class noticed my discomfort and tried to be friendly, but I couldn’t shake off the feeling of being an outsider. I only had words with my desk mate, Alex, when necessary. Things took a turn for the worse when I knocked off Alex’s water bottle by accident, although I picked up the bottle immediately and apologized to him. He got mad at me and seemed not to forgive me. Soon I found we were avoiding each other.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答.
However, I was assigned to pair up with Alex to design a poster.
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Alex proudly introduced that the fantastic picture was drawn by me.
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葫芦岛市普通高中2024-2025学年下学期期末考试
高二英语
时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生须在答题卡和试题卷上规定的位置，准确填写本人姓名、准考证号，并核对条形码上的信息。确认无误后，将条形码粘贴在答题卡上相应位置。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上各题目规定答题区域内，超出答题区域书写或写在本试卷上的答案无效。
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 are the speakers probably talking about
A. The bike price. B. A bike race. C. The man’s bike.
2. Why has the woman moved the boys seat
A. He has trouble in listening.
B. He talks too much.
C. She wants to see him better.
3. When did the man get his niece’s call
A. At 6:05. B. At 6:00. C. At 5:45.
4. What does the man think is most needed to succeed
A. Luck. B. Effort. C. Talent.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At home. B. In a shop. C. In a restaurant.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man going to do this summer
A. Work at a hotel. B. Repair his house. C. Teach a course.
7. How will the man use the money
A. To hire a gardener. B. To buy books. C. To buy some flowers.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the woman recommending to the man
A. A book. B. A club. C. A course.
9. What is the woman reading now
A. The Beautiful Mind. B. The Great Gatsby. C. The Kite Runner.
10. How much time does the man have to read the book
A. About two weeks. B. About three weeks. C. About one month.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How did the man learn about the apartment
A. From his friend. B. In the newspaper. C. Through the Internet.
12. What is covered in the rent
A. Electricity. B. Gas. C. Water.
13. When can the man move in
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. Why did the woman fail to catch the bus
A. The bus left earlier than usual.
B. She was late.
C. She wanted to walk home.
15. What is the man worried about
A. The public transportation.
B. The woman’s safety.
C. The dangerous neighborhood.
16. What does the woman decide to do in the end
A. Complain to the local government.
B. Call the newspaper.
C. Buy a car.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. Cooling fans. B. Room design. C. Air conditioning.
18. Which country might have invented the first cooling device
A. Egypt. B. Rome. C. China.
19. Which cooling method has the longest history
A. Wet plants. B. Hand fans. C. Cold water.
20. Where is the passage most probably taken from
A. A history book. B. A culture magazine. C. A radio programme.
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
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. A 7. D
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. B 11. C
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. C 15. D
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。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. A 17. F 18. C 19. D 20. E
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。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 24. C 25. B 26. D 27. A 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. C 32. C 33. D 34. A 35. B
第二节（共10小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分15分）
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. sourced
37. wisdom 38. various
39 as 40. Currently
41. related
42. an 43. which##that
44. was selected
45. and
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
【46题答案】
【答案】参考范文
Dear Tom,
Glad to receive your letter! I am happy to know you’re interested in the Chinese saying “Where there is a will, there is a way.” It means that strong determination and perseverance are key to overcoming obstacles and achieving goals, no matter how challenging they seem.
This saying has deeply inspired me. It reminds me that setbacks are temporary — if I stay committed, even small steps forward count. For example, when I struggled with English writing, practising daily helped me improve gradually. It’s not just a motto, but a philosophy that encourages us to turn dreams into reality.
What do you think of this idea Looking forward to your reply!
Best wishes,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
【47题答案】
【答案】However, I was assigned to pair up with Alex to design a poster. Reluctantly, we started working together. I was worried that working with Alex would be very difficult because of our previous relationship. But to my surprise, as the work progressed, we found that we shared many common interests. We put a lot of efforts into the drawings and texts, and finally we completed a quite outstanding poster. Alex seemed to forgive me. He appreciated my efforts and began to care about my feelings. The teacher highly praised our work and our classmates were amazed at the picture on the poster.
Alex proudly introduced that the fantastic picture was drawn by me. I smiled shyly but happily as my classmates crowned me and gave me a thumbs-up. Slowly but surely, I started feeling more comfortable in my new school. I made new friends, including Alex, and began to participate in activities in and after classes. By the end of the school year, I had fully adapted to the new environment. Moving to a new town was not only challenging, but it also opened up a world of opportunities and new experiences for me.
