河南省南阳市六校2024-2025学年高二上学期10月期中考试英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

2024—2025学年（上）南阳六校高二年级期中考试
英语
考生注意：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡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，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有2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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In an office. B. In a shop. C. At a party.
2. What does Dave like doing
A. Running. B. Fishing. C. Swimming.
3. What are the speakers talking about
A. A special zoo. B. An interesting experience. C. A variety of animals.
4. What type of computer does the man use in the office
A. A Dell computer. B. An Apple computer. C. A Lenovo computer.
5. How long will the game last
A. 1 hour. B. 1.5 hours. C. 45 minutes.
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 probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Strangers. C. Boss and employee.
7. What is Caroline good at according to the man
A. Business. B. Cooking. C. Communication.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the man plan to do this weekend
A. Co camping. B. Do a project. C. Prepare for a history test.
9. What does the woman need badly
A. A relaxing trip. B. Internet connection. C. Certain information.
10. What will the woman do next
A. Buy some hooks. B. Go to a library. C. Search a website.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Study law. B. Leave home. C. Change his job.
12. What is the man doing now
A. Managing a company. B. Teaching in a school. C. Working in a garden.
13. What does the man want to be in the future
A. A doctor. B. A teacher. C. A lawyer.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Why did the man miss the teacher’s words
A. He was lost in thought. B. He was cleaning a room. C. He was reading a book.
15. How will the speakers reach their destination
A. By bus. B. By bike. C. By train.
16. What will the headmaster’s speech be about
A. Safety. B. School rules. C. Arrangements for the trip.
17. When will the speakers get back to their school
A. At 5:00 pm. B. At 5:15 pm. C. At 5:45 pm.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What helps a student to succeed according to the speech
A. Team spirit. B. Teachers’ help. C. Parents’ support.
19. Which character of Tom is mentioned in the speech
A. His honesty. B. His courage. C. His determination.
20. What does the speaker mainly talk about
A. A secret to health. B. An excellent student. C. A requirement for an award.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Wonders of nature exist throughout the world. Here are some of the most amazing places that scientists have studied in the United States.
Crater Lake, Oregon
At 1, 943 feet deep, Crater Lake is as deep as three Washington Monuments stacked up (叠放), topped by the Statue of Liberty. Rain and snow are the lake’s only sources of water. Visitors to Crater Lake can go on a journey of discovery, enjoying the breathtaking views or exploring the depths through diving (潜水), where they might encounter unique sea life adapted to this extreme environment.
Badwater Basin, California
Badwater Basin lies 282 feet below sea level. In 1913, the hottest temperature in the world was recorded there: 134 degrees Fahrenheit! Yet, despite its terrible conditions, Badwater Basin attracts brave spirits and athletes alike, who gather for the annual Badwater Ultramarathon, a 135-mile race that tests the limits of human endurance (忍耐力) in the extreme heat of July.
Great Rift, Idaho
The Great Rift is 600 feet deep and 50 miles long. Walking along the edge of the Rift, visitors can explore a moon-like landscape of lava flows, and large fields of volcanic ash (灰烬), feeling a sense of wonder at the power of geological processes.
Hudson River, New York
The Hudson River is 216 feet deep at its deepest point, near West Point, New York. It is an important waterway for centuries, helping with business, transportation, and various water life. Today, visitors can explore the Hudson River’s depths through kayaking, fishing, or simply taking a boat ride, admiring the ever-changing beautiful views.
1. What will visitors to Badwater Basin most likely do
A. Organize a running race. B. Compete against athletes.
C. Enjoy moon-like views. D. Break previous records.
2. What feature do Crater Lake and Hudson River have in common
A. They get water source from rain and snow. B. They play a role in business development.
C. They offer wonderful views to visitors. D. They provide visitors with a chance to dive.
3. If a person shows interest in volcanoes, which place should he choose to go
A. Crater Lake, Oregon. B. Badwater Basin, California.
C. Great Rift, Idaho. D. Hudson River, New York.
B
In 1999 when she was 23, Roxanne Olson left her home in Eureka, California to seek a dream job as an assistant producer on a cross-country dance tour. But halfway through the tour, she got some terrible news—her father had died of a sudden heart attack. “I was too young to even understand that death was part of my world. And so it was a crazy shock,” Olson shared.
Olson was able to get a plane ticket home but when she arrived at Chicago O’ Hare International Airport, things went wrong. Someone had run through a security checkpoint with a bag, forcing the closure of part of the airport, because workers thought it would bring safety problems. “It turned out there were over 6,000 people evacuated (疏散) from the O’ Hare airport that day,” Olson said. She remembered standing on the sidewalk, surrounded by thousands of strangers as helicopters flew overhead.
“It was the most crazy thing to be happening on this day,” she said. After hours of waiting, Olson and the other travelers were allowed back in. But the airport was in complete chaos (混乱). “I didn’t know where to go, who to call, what to do. And it kind of felt like everybody was busy just running around,” Olson said.
As she stood there, feeling helpless, a woman approached her. “She walks up to me and she says, ‘I’m here to help people like you,’” Olson remembered. As the woman led her through the airport, Olson told the woman about her father’s death, and her attempts to return home to California.
“And she just seemed to understand my problem—she talked to whoever the right people were, and she got me on the very first flight out.” Olson made it home that day. She says she’ll never forget the woman who made it possible. “There was something about me that she just saw that I was broken and needed help. And she saved me.”
4. What happened to Olson during her dance tour
A. She lost her father. B. She had a serious heart attack.
C. She failed to catch the plane. D. She couldn’t find her way.
5. What caused the closure of Chicago O’ Hare International Airport for some time
A. There were too many passengers.
B. A man refused to follow the safety rules.
C. The weather conditions were terrible.
D. Something was wrong with the airport equipment.
6. How did the woman who approached Olson at the airport help her
A. She drove her home directly.
B. She gave her money to cover the cost of a new ticket.
C. She offered emotional support but did not provide practical help.
D. She helped her get on the first available flight back to California.
7. What message does the text deliver
A. Tours can be dangerous and tiring.
B. Family troubles should be kept private and not shared with others.
C. The ability of always being prepared for unexpected events is important.
D. The kindness of strangers can make a huge difference in difficult times.
C
A recent report from the business advisor McKinsey & Company found that 58 percent of people worked from home at least one day a week in 2022. The office needs to change because the role of the workplace has changed.
The office has suddenly become a choice. It’s really an option. And the office has to be better for someone than working from home. One change office spaces need is more focus on community in the workplace. When you get to the office, if you’re not connecting with anyone else, you might as well not be there. The office should be a place where you’re doing group work.
The office of the future might even help workers with their personal responsibilities. One of the reasons why a lot of people work from home is that they have to take care of the dog or pick up the kids. And so, what if there were animal care in the building What if there were child care in the building
Experts believe companies that own the office space should be more active in changing workplaces for the new way of life.
The US General Services Administration (GSA) is the government agency that has been a leading force in establishing what the office of the future will look like. GSA’s Workplace Innovation Lab occupies a 25,000-square-foot space inside the organization’s headquarters in Washington, D. C.
The Workplace Innovation Lab will be open for one year. Workers can try out the latest in workplace furniture and technology and then make comments on their experience.
Some spaces in the lab look like traditional workplaces. Some spaces feel pleasant. Almost everything can be moved around. The air quality is controlled, and technology that is believed to be good for the environment is being tested.
The office of the future needs three qualities. It should he well-designed, serve a purpose and feel pleasant. All of this might mean that the office of the future could feel a little bit more like home.
8. What should people do in the workplace according to the text
A. Work heart and soul. B. Deal with group work only.
C. Communicate with others. D. Try improving working performance.
9. Which of the following is a probable benefit of future offices
A. Providing child care services. B. Containing larger workspaces.
C. Allowing flexible schedules. D. Offering traditional furniture.
10. What’s the purpose of the Workplace Innovation Lab
A. To conduct research on the most comfortable office chairs.
B. To test and gather opinions on workplace improvements.
C. To create a space for employees to relax.
D. To show some traditional office designs.
11. Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A. What Office of the Future Will Be Like B. Why Future Offices Attract Young People
C. Who Will Work from Home in the Future D. How Will People Work in the Future Office
D
The Mars explorer, Curiosity, recently arrived at an area called the Gediz Vallis Channel. Researchers said the area was chosen because evidence suggested that it once held large amounts of liquid water. The term “channel” describes a natural bed that carries water.
Curiosity arrived on Mars in 2012 and began exploring areas around the planet’s huge Gale Hole. Mars is a cold, dry desert today. But the Gale Hole area is believed to have contained a lake once and has shown other evidence of flowing water in the past.
A large shooting star strike about 3.7 billion years ago is believed to have formed the hole. At the time, scientists believe groundwater filled Gale Hole while additional water flowed in from rivers fed by rain or snow. This is thought to have formed Gale Hole’s large lake.
Curiosity will be searching for evidence of ancient water in areas around Gediz Vallis Channel, with studies centered on how the channel formed. Scientists say they do not think wind formed it because the sides of it are too high. From space, the channel looks like an ancient riverbed. Later, the channel was filled with large rocks and other forms of remains.
Curiosity’s new exploring activities can provide scientists with a new way to study how the presence of both water and the chemical materials required for life changed over time. The first formations to be examined contain sulfates, which are salty minerals often deposited when liquid water changes into gas and goes into the atmosphere.
Movements of water and minerals can also produce a material called sediment (沉积物), materials that settle on the bottom of bodies of water over time. Examinations of these sediments can provide additional evidence of past water and possible life. Materials collected by Curiosity are expected to be returned to Earth in the near future.
12. What can he learned about the Gediz Vallis Channel
A. It was an area suitable to live in. B. It is easy for Curiosity to reach.
C. It might hold water at one time. D. It was the source of all liquid water on Mars.
13. How was Gale Hole formed probably
A. By serious landslides. B. By a huge volcano eruption.
C. By strong geological movements. D. By the knock of a space object.
14. Which has the closest meaning lo the underlined word “deposited” in paragraph 5
A. Worn away. B. Left behind. C. Broken up. D. Dug out.
15. What does the author intend to tell us about in the last paragraph!
A. Another sign that water once existed. B. The importance of doing further research.
C. Another region on Mars to explore. D. Plans for Mars exploration in the future.
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When we ask someone for advice, we look for information and guidance. Done well, the exchange can benefit both parties, strengthening the connections. ____16____ Luckily, there are things we can all do to avoid bad advice.
____17____
Are you asking someone to help you think through options you might take to solve a problem Are you asking someone to provide advice as your friend or as an objective observer Communicating both your problem and your expectations will help your advice-giver solve your questions thoughtfully and with a goal of their own in mind.
Are they engaged
Good advice-givers ask questions that help them better understand where you’re coming from and what your goals are. Good advice-givers don’t assume they know the answer or that you have the time, resources or ability to approach the challenge in the same way they would.____18____
Do they understand your values
____19____ When advice-givers assume that what’s best for them is also what’s best for you, or that their advice should always guide you to what’s most socially or culturally acceptable, problems can appear. Ask yourself if the other parties understand your values before accepting their advice.
Trust yourself.
When you need advice, call a group of advice-givers. Their advice helps you see different sides of tricky issues, pushing you to consider different angles and outcomes.____20____ Seek the advice of many but follow your own opinion. Everyone is an expert on their own life.
A. Get clear on your needs.
B. Select your advice-giver.
C. But in the end, you should be the one who makes the decision.
D. In fact, you don’t have to assume your advice-giver self-centered.
E. Our different backgrounds and beliefs mean there often aren’t one-size-fits-all solutions.
F. Bad advice, on the other hand, can harm relationships and make a decision more difficult.
G. They are going to look into the problem with you and take the time to understand the shape of it.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
One sunny afternoon, Oakley, a family dog, was ____21____ enjoying itself in the backyard when something happened—a pair of wolves came in without being noticed. That meant a great ____22____ as Oakley was just a few months old and rather small in size. The first wolf started fighting with Oakley, with the second one moving around, ready to join the ____23____.
Just at this time, Binx, the family’s cat, jumped into action, ____24____ the wolves and trying its best to chase the wolves away. Everything was done ____25____.
“It was the craziest thing ever,” owner Lane Dyer said. “Binx’s ____26____ thinking and brave action made sure that Oakley had enough time to ____27____ and seek a shelter inside the house.” However, the small dog suffered ____28____, with wounds on her chest and leg.
The Dyers rushed Oakley to the animal hospital, where the doctor ____29____ her. There were fears at first that Oakley might have to receive a(n) _____30_____ of cutting off her leg due to the terrible damage. However, the dog experienced successful treatment, and _____31_____ at last.
While Oakley stayed in the hospital, the Dyers _____32_____ the safety camera film. After spending hours checking the whole thing, Lane expressed _____33_____ for the safely camera, saying, “Without the camera, I was never able to piece together the events and see how _____34_____ our little cat was.”
The story of Binx and Oakley is a heartwarming reminder that even the smallest of creatures will go to _____35_____ those they love.
21. A. frequently B. formally C. freely D. anxiously
22. A. opportunity B. achievement C. relationship D. threat
23. A. attack B. competition C. search D. discussion
24. A. remembering B. facing C. following D. persuading
25. A. with luck B. by chance C. without hesitation D. in secret
26. A. quick B. strange C. creative D. serious
27. A. practice B. escape C. train D. sleep
28. A. injuries B. misunderstanding C. unfairness D. defeats
29. A. adopted B. appreciated C. praised D. examined
30. A. challenge B. responsibility C. operation D. promise
31. A. changed B. recovered C. left D. disappeared
32. A. gave up B. believed in C. cared about D. turned to
33. A. regret B. fear C. gratefulness D. desire
34. A. courageous B. curious C. famous D. interesting
35. A. attract B. defend C. forgive D. encourage
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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
Chinese pianist Lang Lang ____36____ (honour) with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on Wednesday, in the type of live performance. Lang, ____37____ is the first Asian pianist to have received a star on the famous sidewalk, has gained in popularity both at home and abroad.
“____38____ (international) famous pianist Lang Lang has sold millions of records worldwide,” says Nissen, President of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
“As one of the most influential classical musicians in the entire world Lang Lang has ____39____ number of followers on the social media,” says Nissen. He also says that everything the pianist does is supported by his belief that “music makes life better — it cures, unites and inspires.”
“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud ____40____ (recognise) Lang Lang’s outstanding contributions to the world of classical music ____41____ celebrate his amazing talent with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, said in a statement.
Music is a ____42____ (significance) part of the cultural exchanges, the pianist said. He hopes that more musicians and artists from China can serve ____43____ cultural bridges in the future and bring the Chinese culture to Western ____44____ (viewer).
“People communicate through music,” Lang said, _____45_____ (add) that he hopes to inspire as many people as possible to learn a musical instrument.
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，你想邀请交换生Jane一同前往白河湿地公园。请给她写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 时间及安排；
2. 注意事项。
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 Jane,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
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 was a sunny August day on a San Diego beach. My best friend, Sam Hanivan, who had learned swimming for four years, and I got ready for a day of boogie boarding (滑浪). Little did we know that this seemingly ordinary day would become an extraordinary event in our memories forever. On that day Sam Hanivan and I almost lost our life.
Our excitement was fueled not only by the hope of enjoying the beach but also by the interesting eight-hour car journey before our arrival.
On arriving, we found lifeguards (救生员) here and there, but we just didn’t think much about that. With boogie boards in hand, Sam and I raced toward the water, unaware of the challenges awaiting us. As ten-year-olds, our only concern was to have fun and enjoy the moment. We spent the day riding the waves, swimming back and forth, our laughter carried far by the ocean wind.
Sam and I shared not only the excitement of the waves but every snack break and moment of rest. However, as the day progressed, unlucky signs appeared.
The weather took a turn, and the ocean waves became choppy (汹涌的). Despite the changing conditions, we continued to enjoy the sea until the playful waves transformed into dangerous huge ones.
At that time, Sam and I found ourselves far from the safety of the beach. Frightened and anxious, we fought against the waves, trying our best to get back to the beach, but the more we fought, the more we were forced into the ocean. In an attempt to get out of the danger, we almost ran out of our energy. At the same time, Sam was comforting me, despite his own danger.
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。
Suddenly, we saw a lifeguard at a short distance.
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Lying on the beach, we were still suffering from the shock.
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2024—2025学年（上）南阳六校高二年级期中考试
英语答案
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
略
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. C
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. D 7. D
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. B 11. A
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. B 15. A
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. F 17. A 18. G 19. E 20. C
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. C 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. C 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. was honoured
37. who 38. Internationally
39. a 40. to recognise
41. and 42. significant
43. as 44. viewers
45 adding
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】One possible version:
Dear Jane,
I’m writing to invite you to go for an outing with me to the Baihe Wetland Park this Sunday. I’ve made a plan for our wonderful day.
We’ll set off at 9:00 a.m. Once we arrive at the park, we’ll first wander along the riverbank. The clear water, lush plants and various birds will surely amaze you. It’s like a natural wonderland. After that, around noon, we’ll find a nice spot to have a picnic. We can share the delicious food we bring.
There are a few things you need to note. Firstly, make sure to wear comfortable shoes because we’ll walk a lot. Also, it would be a good idea to bring a hat to protect you from the sun.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
【47题答案】
【答案】Suddenly, we saw a lifeguard at a short distance. “Don’t Fight The Waves, Swim Diagonally.” Following the lifeguard’s instructions, we changed our course, swimming diagonally rather than fighting the waves head on. To my delight, Sam, my loyal friend, remained by my side. He kept encouraging me to hold on and his encouragement became my lifeline. More importantly, Sam helped lift me up timely whenever he saw me beginning to sink. As a great swimmer, he could have got out of danger by himself much earlier. However, he kept me company all the time and we were swimming neck and neck. To be frank, without Sam’s company and help, I would have given up a long time ago. Thank Goodness we finally got to the shore.
Lying on the beach, we were still suffering from the shock. What a narrow escape from death! Our determination and persistence paid off in the end! Lying on the beach, we had no strength to stand up. “Thanks a lot! You have saved my life!” I told Sam gratefully. “It’s nothing. That’s what friends are for,” Sam replied with a smile. Never will I forget that day in my life. Sam’s heroic and selfless behaviour transformed an ordinary beach day into a proof of true friendship. In the face of danger, Sam chose to stay by my side, a decision that went beyond the call of friendship.