河北省石家庄市第二中学2024-2025学年高一下学期期末考试英语试卷（含答案）

石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高一年级下学期
期末考试英语试卷
(时间：120分钟，分值：150分)
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What did the man forget to take on his camping trip
A. The tent. B. The sleeping bag. C. The pillow.
2. What does the man say about the place where he lives
A. It’s quiet. B. It’s large. C. It’s convenient.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A. At a classroom. B. At a museum. C. At a supermarket.
4. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. To express thanks. B. To ask for permission. C. To make an invitation.
5. What are the speakers probably talking about
A. A bed. B. Some chairs. C. A dining table.
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，选出最佳选项。
听下面一段对话，回答6-7题。
6. What is one of the problems with the man’s computer
A. It lacks storage space B. It makes much noise. C. It often crashes.
7. Why does the woman recommend A&T Computers
A. It provides great service. B. It is having a sale this week. C. It has a wide variety of choices.
听下面一段对话，回答8-9题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Old friends. B. Business partners. C. Boss and clerk.
9. What does the man want the woman to do
A. Recommend a worker. B. Work on a project. C. Meet some customers
听下面一段对话，回答10-12题。
10. What makes the woman worry about the traffic
A. An accident. B. Rush hour. C. Bad weather.
11. What will the man do first
A. Hand in a paper. B. Put on his coat. C. Make a call.
12. What does the man suggest doing
A. Putting off the meeting. B. Using public transportation. C. Changing the meeting place.
听下面一段对话，回答13-16题。
13. Which activity is newly added to the summer camps this year
A Sailing. B. Swimming. C. Debating.
14. What is the most popular project
A. Preparing a talk. B. Creating a local guidebook. C. Making a school magazine.
15. What is the weekly social activity
A. A reading night. B. A music night. C. A sports competition.
16 What can students do in Exmoor
A. Visit a park. B. Do some shopping. C. Hike in the mountains.
听下面一段对话，回答17-20题。
17. Who is the speaker probably talking to
A. Tennis players. B. News reporters. C. Event volunteers.
18. How long will the event last in total
A. Three days. B. Five days. C. Seven days.
19. What can people expect at the closing ceremony
A. Dance performances. B. A firework display. C. A big party.
20. What will Mr. Brown do later
A. Talk about some rules. B. Conduct a press conference. C. Introduce the match schedules.
第二部分 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Add an additional rebate (退还款) from Colorado’s largest power provider. A resident buying a new plug-in car could soon save a head-spinning $26,500.
That’s no mistake.
Colorado’s current $5,000 tax credit (免税额度) is already the most generous state-level policy available to all residents. With additional programs set to go live in the next few months, the state is now determined to test the full power of EV (Electric Vehicle) discounts-basis of the statewide plan to reduce carbon emissions. Gov. Jared Polis is betting the strategy can help reach a goal of putting nearly a million plug-in vehicles on the road by 2030.
Here’s CPR’s guide to all of Colorado’s current and upcoming electric vehicle discounts:
Colorado’s supercharged EV discounts
Colorado residents can soon qualify for up to $26,500 in discounts for new electric vehicles. Here’s the math:
Credit name New EV discount Used EV discount Date available Price restrictions Income restrictions
U. S. EV tax credit $7,500 $4,000 Oct, 2023 <$80,000 on trucks, vans, and SUVs <$55,000 on all other vehicles <$300,000 married couples <$225,000 head of household <$150,000 individual
CO EV tax credit $5,000 None Oct, 2023 <￥80,000 on all vehicles None
CO low-cost EV tax credit $2,500 None May, 2024 <$35,000 on all vehicles None
CO vehicle exchange program $6,000 $4,000 Feb, 2024 <$50,000 on all vehicles <80 percent media income OR enrolled in assistance programs
Xcel Energy rebates $5,500 $3,000 Nov, 2023 <$80,000 on trucks, vans, and SUVs <$50,000 on all vehicles <80 percent media income OR enrolled in assistance programs
Total rebates $26,500 $11,000
1. What is the main purpose of Colorado’s new policy
A. To encourage car sales. B. To reduce carbon emission.
C. To raise residents’ income. D. To improve the state economy.
2. Which of the following will not be taken into account by CO EV tax credit
A. Income restrictions. B. Price restrictions.
C. Date available. D. New or used vehicles.
3. Which of the following will be available the latest
A. CO vehicle exchange program. B. Xcel Energy rebates.
C. CO low-cost EV tax credit. D. U. S. EV tax credit.
B
The rich fragrance of freshly roasted coffee filled the air inside a stylish stone cabin in the eastern Chinese village that houses Frank Sterzer’s cafe: Bamboo Coffee Roasters.
After more than 20 years as an engineer and executive with leading automobile companies in Germany and China, Frank has found a new calling and fulfillment in the village of Maoli near Ningbo in Zhejiang province. Inspired by his lifelong love of coffee, Frank turns what had been a hobby into a thriving business. “Zhejiang’s countryside has excellent infrastructure (基础设施) and beautiful landscapes, and I find it the ideal place to start my business,” Frank says. Maoli is located less than a 30-minute drive from the Ningbo city center, striking a pleasing balance between urban convenience and rural tranquility.
For Frank, the experience of sipping a cup of coffee while enjoying a slice of handmade cake and gazing at the countryside, captures the type of tranquil lifestyle he hopes to share with visitors.
The cafe is named after the abundance of bamboo around Maoli, while its logo was inspired by a photograph Frank took of a nearby bamboo forest. He has also created a small coffee factory behind the shop front, where excellent beans from around the world are neatly stacked (叠放) next to gently humming roasting machines. All these have become key components of the cafe’s success.
Since opening in June 2024, Bamboo Coffee Roasters has quickly become a popular destination, attracting visitors from near and far including international travelers taking advantage of China’s expanded visa-free policies.
Before the Spring Festival, the cafe was welcoming guests from all over, including nearby cities like Hangzhou and Shanghai. “We came to Ningbo for local delicacies and business, purchasing local produce. Products such as honey oranges, bamboo shoots and tea have also found wider markets, thanks to the cafe’s reputation,” one tourist said.
4. What made Frank set up the cafe in Maoli
A. The village’s outstanding facilities and picturesque sceneries.
B. China’s expanded visa-free policies for international travelers.
C. Frank’s newly found enthusiasm for coffee and roasting beans.
D. The combination of urban convenience with rural booming industry.
5. What is Paragraph 4 mainly about
A. Contributing factors to the business’ thriving. B. The hardships of running the business.
C. Origins of Bamboo Coffee Roasters. D. The vast profit earned from the business.
6. Why is the tourist comment mentioned in the last paragraph
A. To prove guests from all over promoted Frank’s business.
B. To tell us the success of Frank’s business enhanced local economy.
C. To share with readers the intense interest of tourists in exploring Ningbo.
D. To advertise for the local businesses to promote the sale of local produce.
7. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. An Overnight Celebrity: From Engineer to Business Founder
B. Relaxing Coffee Culture: A New Trend of Lifestyle in Zhejiang Villages
C. A Perfect Integration: The Fragrance of Coffee and the Peace of Rural Life
D Bamboo Coffee Roasters: A Miracle of International Investment in China
C
It’s one of the most common questions adults ask children: what do you want to be when you grow up Although childhood is supposed to be fun, kids also discuss important topics regarding their futures. Now, a new study finds that children who set big goals regarding their future status and education often set themselves up for success as they age.
The findings, published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, are the first to reveal a connection between life goal development and future success in school or the workplace. Rodica Damian, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Houston, and other researchers discovered that as children grow up, their goals naturally begin to change. However, as some childhood goals fall away, other goals related to a family stay strong. These include being close to relatives, building more friendships or finding a romantic partner, and even becoming more involved in the community or helping others.
During the study, researchers compared how their goals evolved as children moved from adolescence to adulthood and how a person's goals impacted their success in school and as an employee later on. Overall, a child’s goals focusing on their education and future status were the most consistent predictors of income in adulthood. Simply, when a child dreams big about doing well in school or achieving great success as an adult, these goals accurately paint a picture of how successful these children will be. So, the message is simple: dream big and dream of success, kids! Those goals can drive you to success when you grow up!
“Our work proves a strong connection between a child’s life goals, educational achievement, and future occupational outcomes. This information is valuable for parents and educators who can use it to encourage children to set ambitious goals. Additionally, it helps develop strategies to support individuals in achieving their goals and reaching their full potential,” Damian concludes.
8. What does the study mainly focus on
A. Why children change their dreams over time. B. Whether childhood goals re late to future success.
C. How childhood education determines future career. D. What impact early experiences have on characters.
9. Which of the following goals remains strong as children grow up
A. Connecting with others. B. Achieving academic success.
C. Hunting for a high-salary job. D. Improving personal social status.
10. What message does the author convey in paragraph 3
A. Future careers is determined by Childhood achievements.
B. Childhood ambition is potentially connected with success.
C. Setting small goals is more beneficial than dreaming big.
D. Adjusting goals can create new opportunities for success.
11. What is the purpose of the last paragraph
A. To summarize learning strategies. B. To offer suggestions for future studies.
C. To stress the significance of the study. D. To point out the limitations of the study.
D
Buried in ash after Vesuvius’ eruption, hundreds of scrolls (卷轴) have kept their secrets hidden for centuries. But archaeologists have now been able to reveal some of the ancient text with the help of artificial intelligence.
Discovered in the ruins of a villa, the Herculaneum scrolls are a collection of around1,000 scrolls, along with other relics. In earlier times, many people tried to unlock the secrets of scrolls but in vain, mainly because most of them were fragile (易碎的) and would shatter into pieces if unrolled.
Until now, the only way to read what's inside the scrolls is to put together the thousands of pieces, which may take 500 years to reveal their content. Fortunately, a team led by professor Seales had already pioneered a way to “virtually unwrap” an ancient scroll using X-ray tomography (断层成像技术). But that was not enough to read the barely visible ink on the ancient documents. The chemistry of the ink from the ancient world is different than the chemistry from medieval times. It's largely invisible to the naked eye even when caught by the X-ray.
In 2019, they did come up with a solution based on artificial intelligence to “see” the ink, but it needed much data. So they launched the Vesuvius Challenge to accelerate the work and released software and thousands of 3D X-ray images of pieces and two rolled-up scrolls, in the hope that global research groups would take up the challenge.
In the end, a team of three students shared the grand prize. They could read 2,000letters from the scroll after training machine-learning algorithms on the scans. After creating a 3D scan of the text using a CT scan, the scroll was then separated into segments. A machine learning model—an application of AI—then detected the inked regions, allowing them to decipher the text.
Mastro, a professor at Naples’ University, called the technique “revolutionary.” “We worked literally day and night to study them, but I am more excited that using this method we can reveal what has been hidden in the scrolls for almost 2,000 years,” said Mastro.
12. What issue was resolved with X-ray tomography
A. The fragile nature of the scrolls. B. Putting together divided pieces.
C. Showing the scrolls without opening it. D. The difficulty in understanding ancient languages.
13. How did AI function in processing the scrolls
A. By unwrapping the scrolls. B. By analyzing the chemistry.
C. By separating them with relics. D. By detecting the barely visible ink.
14. What does the underlined word “decipher” mean in paragraph 5
A. Adapt. B. Summarize. C. Arrange. D. Interpret.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. Scrolls promote technological revolution. B. AI advanced the way to read ancient scrolls.
C. New technology discovered relics in Vesuvius. D. Hidden secrets are recorded by archaeologists.
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。
Many high school seniors approach the college application essay with anxiety. They feel their lives are too ordinary to create a story that will impress admissions officers. ____16____ It just needs to be a genuine reflection of their personal growth, drawn from everyday moments.
I once worked with a boy who had no idea what to write about. Family Favorite subject He kept silent until I suggested, “Hobbies ” He shyly said, “I like boxing.” Then his essay unfolded, not about boxing itself, but about self-discipline and resilience (坚韧), qualities that any college would admire. So look into the things that shape you. ____17____
Some students try to catch attention by writing their essays in unconventional forms, such as a poem or a play. Most still follow the traditional storytelling model: a hook (引子), a story, and a lesson learned. ____18____ For example, the rough edges and the pleasant smell of her father’s handmade furniture inspired one girl to become an engineer. The magic is in the details and emotional depth.
As a writing tutor, I was hung up on language rules at first. Should I help my students stick to “standard English,” or let them write the way they naturally speak — even if that includes informal expressions ____19____ It’s also about expressing ideas naturally and making connections with readers. It doesn’t hurt to tell a humorous childhood incident in a light, conversational tone.
____20____ Essay writing teaches students to express themselves with precision through rethinking ideas, refining language, and rewriting drafts. With multiple edits, they will uncover deeper insights and create a story only they can tell.
A. After all, I preferred a formal writing style.
B. A great essay eventually takes form in revision.
C. I soon realized writing isn’t just about language.
D. That’s why they try to make up appealing stories.
E. Whatever the form, an essay stands out for its story.
F. Once a topic clicks, the essay practically writes itself.
G. But a powerful essay doesn’t require a dramatic story.
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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It was a chilly November morning when I stood at the starting line of the New York City Marathon. My hands ____21____ around the paper cup of coffee, seeking warmth. Just six months earlier, I had ____22____ this race after a decade-long battle with knee injuries. Doctors had warned me that running might cause ____23____ damage, but my determination outweighed the fear.
The first 10 miles felt like flying. Crowds cheered ____24____, their energy creating an invisible ____25____ that carried runners forward. By mile 18, however, my legs turned to lead (铅). Each step made me recall the ___26___ I’d faced during physical therapy — the frustration of progress lost, the loneliness of early-morning exercises.
Then came the Queensboro Bridge. As I climbed the steep slope, an elderly runner beside me stumbled. Without thinking, I ____27____ my pace to steady him. “Thanks, kid,” he wheezed. “This old heart still has a few miles left.” His words struck me: this wasn’t about ____28____ others; it was about finishing together.
As I pushed through the last part of Central Park, all around me were ____29____ faces and shouts from tired voices. Crossing the finish line, I didn’t feel the expected ____30____. Instead, there was quiet pride—not just in completing 26.2 miles, but in having ____31____ my limits. Sports, I realized, aren’t merely about physical ____32____; they teach us that true victory lies in the ____33____ to keep moving when every cell screams to stop.
Today, my marathon medal hangs next to my physical therapy discharge papers (出院证明). Together, they remind me that human ____34____ is measured not in the absence of obstacles, but in our courage to ____35____ them — step by step.
21. A. relaxed B. froze C. trembled D. waved
22. A. joined in B. agreed to C. submitted to D. registered for
23. A. permanent B. temporary C. serious D. minor
24. A. violently B. anxiously C. wildly D. silently
25. A. barrier B. current C. boundary D. shadow
26. A. pains B. rewards C. routines D. joys
27. A. maintained B. adjusted C. calculated D. increased
28. A. impressing B. defeating C. following D. blaming
29. A. unfamiliar B. excited C. painted D. exhausted
30. A. relief B. anger C. confusion D. regret
31. A. accepted B. expanded C. defended D. ignored
32. A. strength B. contact C. appeal D. conflict
33. A. refusal B. ambition C. determination D. tendency
34. A. luck B. weakness C. value D. greatness
35. A. avoid B. create C. embrace D. criticize
第二节 (10个小题：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。
As a Qinqiang Opera actor, Hou Yan was once ashamed of her profession as a performer of local folk opera, which mainly thrived in northwestern China in the 1990s, a time ____36____ pop songs and music introduced from the West were popular.
Qinqiang Opera, which originated from the ancient folk songs and dances of the Han people in Shaanxi and Gansu provinces, is one of the longest-lived ____37____ (form) of opera in China. But in the past, the sweeping trend of pop and Western music hit Qinqiang Opera hard. During this difficult time, Hou had no choice but ____38____ (leave) the opera stage she loved. She then took on several jobs to make ends meet, including working ____39____ a waitress, running a clothing shop and acting in small film roles. ____40____ she did, she never lost her love for Qinqiang.
____41____ (thankful), things were turning around. ____42____ (list) as a national-level intangible cultural heritage in 2006, Qinqiang Opera has gradually seen a return to ____43____ (popular) in recent years. ____44____ is inspiring that the number of young performers is increasing. And the average age of Hou’s opera team is 30.
The comeback of Qinqiang Opera in the past decades _____45_____ (reflect) the country’s cultural development. Hou’s attitude to her career as a performer has also changed. “As an opera actor, I’m very confident in our culture. I couldn’t imagine it decades ago.”
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校英文报“Opinions”栏目近期征文，本期话题为“Should high school students have a two-day weekend ”，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1.你的观点；
2.你理由。
注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Should high school students have a two-day weekend
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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。
On one hot day in Faisalabad, a city in northeast Pakistan, the sun was shining with its full might. Everyone was in a hurry to go back home and sit in a cool airy place. Even the stray animals were looking for a shady place to sit under.
Sara’s day at school was very busy and she was very tired. She had to wait for her father who had worked overtime to pick her up. Waiting in the school ground, Sara didn’t want to talk to anybody.
When Sara reached home, the food was ready and her mum was waiting for her. After greeting her mum. Sara sat on the chair to eat as she was very hungry. But her hunger turned into anger when she saw that her mum had cooked daal chawal(扁豆饭). She wanted to eat pizza that day while her mum had cooked daal chawal.
“Mum, what is this Why don’t you cook the food I like There are always vegetables and daal chawal at our table. I don’t want to eat them. I am not hungry anymore. I am going to order a pizza for myself,” Sara said as she stormed off in anger to her room.
Her mother said nothing. Upstairs in her room, Sara called her best fiend Aliya, wanting to have a little chat so that she could express her frustration and find some comfort.
“Sara, how are you ” it was Aliya’s mother on the phone.
“I am fine, Aunty. Can I talk to Aliya ” Sara replied respectfully.
“Aliya is having her lunch. Today, I’ve cooked her favorite dish, Aliya’s mother replied excitedly.
Sara became curious. ”Aunty, what’s Aliya’s favorite dish “ Sara asked.
”Daal chawal, she loves it! “ Aliya’s mother answered and continued, ”What has your mother cooked today “
”Daal chawal," Sara replied in a low voice. She recalled her conversation with Aliya about food at lunchtime in school, where Aliya had mentioned the foods she often enjoyed at home but never complained about any of them.
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。
Paragraph 1: Sara realized how mistaken she was
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Paragraph 2: But as she reached the kitchen door, she was surprised to see her mother preparing pizza for her.
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英语答案
听力
略
阅读
1. B 2. A 3. C
4. A 5. A 6. B 7. C
8. B 9. A 10. B 11. C
12. C 13. D 14. D 15. B
16. G 17. F 18. E 19. C 20. B
21. C 22. D 23. A 24. C 25. B 26. A 27. B 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. A 33. C 34. D 35. C
36. when
37. forms 38. to leave
39. as 40. Whatever
41. Thankfully
42. Listed 43. popularity
44. It 45. has reflected
46.
Should high school students have a two-day weekend
I don’t think it is a good idea. The reasons are as follows.
With a two-day weekend, students may spend too much time playing and fail to get enough rest. After all, not everyone is proud of their self-control. What’s more, the entertainments that they enjoy during weekends will somewhat distract them from their studies. Additionally, high school students need more time and efforts to advance academically or catch up with their schoolwork.
Therefore, a shorter school week doesn’t make sense.
47. Sara realized how mistaken she was. Here she was, complaining about the very food that her friend cherished. Aliya had never once grumbled about her meals. Sara felt ashamed of her ingratitude. Her mother worked hard every day to provide for the family. Sara understood now that food was not just nourishment; it was a reflection of love and care. She felt a sense of guilt for her thoughtless words and actions. Determined to make a change, Sara stood up, resolved to apologize to her mother and appreciate the meal that awaited her.
But as she reached the kitchen door, she was surprised to see her mother preparing pizza for her. Tears welled up in Sara’s eyes as she witnessed her mother’s unconditional love. “Mum,” she said softly, “I’m so sorry for what I said earlier. I didn’t mean to hurt you. I should have appreciated your effort instead of complaining.” Her mother smiled warmly, her eyes twinkling with tears of joy. “Family is about understanding and e, let’s eat together and enjoy our meal.” They sat down at the table, hearts mended and spirits high, sharing a meal filled with love, understanding, and forgiveness.