新疆阿克苏地区第一中学2024-2025学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
卷面分值：120分 考试时长：120分钟
注意事项：
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第一部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，共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
Green fields and hills give Ireland its “Emerald Isle” nickname. Rounding out all that unspoiled nature are ancient castles, historic villages, and pubs alive with traditional music. Here’s the best way to experience this colorful corner of Europe.
Rocky coves
The southwest’s rocky coves are rich with seaweed, revealing a little-known piece of Irish history. “In the past people couldn’t eat meat so they would go down around these shores and get laver, or sleabhac, as it’s high in protein,” says Kerryann O’Farrell of Atlantic Irish Seaweed, whose guides lead educational sea vegetable walks at Derrynane Harbour.
Cape Clear Island
Located eight miles off the southern coast, Cape Clear Island (Oileán Chleire) is one of Irish-speaking Gaeltacht areas, which can be found in seven counties and on some islands. On Cape, the former girls school now houses the Heritage Centre with exhibits on the island’s maritime history and culture. Don’t miss the goat milk ice cream at local favorite Cléire Goats.
The River Corrib
While Shop Street and Eyre Square draw the crowds, the Western neighborhood across the River Corrib is the soul of the city. Soak up the bohemian vibe at places like Bell Book and Candle, a treasure trove for new and second-hand books; the monthly Flea Style Market inside the Galway Arts Centre; and the Crane Bar, which features some of the city’s best “trad” fiddle and bodhrán players.
Great Lighthouses of Ireland
Great Lighthouses of Ireland offers a guide to noteworthy beacons around the country. One of the most remote, St. John’s Point Lighthouse rises at the end of a narrow peninsula in County Donegal, looking out to Donegal Bay and County Sligo. Stay overnight in Clipper or Schooner, the former lighthouse keepers’ residences, and experience the solitude of keeping watch. Naturally, there’s no Wi-Fi, so unwind and read a book beside the fire, or explore the headland at sunrise.
1. What can’t you do in Cape Clear Island
A. Appreciate local language.
B. Try the goat milk ice cream.
C Admire the island’s maritime history.
D. Enjoy educational sea vegetable walks.
2 Which would be the best place for someone in need of an undisturbed place
A. Rocky coves. B. Cape Clear Island.
C. The River Corrib. D. Great Lighthouses of Ireland.
3. The passage is most likely taken from ________.
A. a news report B. an advertisement
C. a travel brochure D. an encyclopedia
B
Jahkil Jackson is the creator of the famous Project I Am. Through the project, Jahkil looks to raise awareness for reducing homelessness in Chicago and beyond.
Even at a very tender age, his deeds already drew the recognition of former U. S. President Barack Obama in 2017. Jahkil also pushes to motivate and influence fellow kids to get more active and useful in their communities. When he was five years old, Jahkil assisted his aunt in distributing food to the homeless in Chicago. Then the little boy was unhappy to find out that people could not afford a home. He was always eager to find out how he could offer help to people. And he would be mad for not being able to give money to anyone asking for help on the streets. He was determined to help the homeless in every way he could.
That strong desire later gave birth to the Project I Am, his nonprofit organization, which focused on helping the homeless people. He founded it at the age of eight, and has since then never looked back on his journey of charity.
Through Project I Am, Jahkil Jackson reaches out to the homeless by distributing “Blessing bags”. Provided in the blessing bags are diverse kinds of materials to help the needy, including wipes, hand sanitizers, toothbrushes, toothpaste, socks, bottled water, among other things.
Jahkil Jackson is also one of the key workers in Dream for Kids, another nonprofit organization founded by Tom Tuohy, a social entrepreneur. Jahkil met with Tuohy at a Holiday for Hope event organized by the Dream for Kids. From there, he became the youngest ever student in the YES (Youth Enterprise Solution) program by the Dream For Kids. He has been working with them since then.
4. For what purpose did Jahkil create Project I Am
A. To get awards. B. To collect money.
C. To do charity. D. To make friends.
5. How does Project I Am help
A. Doing voluntary work. B. Giving out daily necessities.
C. Donating money to the poor. D. Offering shelters for the homeless.
6. Which of the following can best describe Jahkil
A. Friendly and sociable. B. Kind-hearted and generous.
C. Energetic and powerful. D. Innocent and thoughtful.
7. What’s the best title of the text
A. New Homes for the Homeless B. An Anti-poverty Project in Chicago
C. Do Your Charity at an Early Age D. Jahkil Jackson and His Blessing Bags
C
Facing Adversity with Courage
Life is full of challenges, and adversity is something everyone must face at some point. Whether it’s failing an exam, dealing with family struggles, or overcoming personal fears, difficult moments test our strength. However, it is courage — not the absence of fear — that helps us rise above these challenges.
History and daily life are filled with examples of people who turned obstacles into opportunities. Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing as a child, could have given up on life. Instead, with relentless effort and the guidance of her teacher, Anne Sullivan, she learned to read, write, and even speak. Later, she became the first deaf-blind person to earn a college degree. Her story proves that courage and perseverance can conquer even the toughest barriers.
Similarly, Thomas Edison failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb. When asked about his struggles, he famously said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” His determination shows that failure is not the end but a lesson leading to success.
In our own lives, courage doesn’t always mean grand achievements. It can be as simple as speaking up against injustice, trying again after a poor test result, or facing a fear of public speaking. Every small act of bravery strengthens our resilience.
Adversity shapes character. Those who confront challenges with courage often emerge stronger and wiser. Instead of fearing obstacles, we should see them as opportunities to grow. Just as storms force trees to grow deeper roots, hardships help us develop inner strength.
Ultimately, life’s difficulties are not meant to defeat us but to prepare us for greater things. By embracing courage, we can turn setbacks into stepping stones toward success. As the saying goes, “Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors.” It is through overcoming adversity that we build resilience, gain wisdom, and uncover the strength we never knew we had.
8. According to Paragraph 1, what is the essential quality for overcoming life’s challenges
A. The absence of fear B. Strong personal abilities
C. Courage D. Avoiding difficult situations
9. What do Helen Keller and Thomas Edison have in common according to the text
A. They were both born with disabilities.
B. They succeeded because of good teachers.
C. They overcame difficulties through persistence.
D. They became famous inventors in the world.
10. What can we infer from the saying “Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors” (last paragraph)
A. Comfortable life leads to success.
B. Experiencing challenges helps people grow.
C. Good weather conditions improve sailing skills.
D. Avoiding problems is the best life strategy.
11. Which situation BEST demonstrates the article’s message about courage
A. A student copies homework to avoid punishment.
B. An athlete trains harder after losing a competition.
C. A boy gives up piano because it’s too difficult.
D. A girl blames others for her low test scores.
D
“ChatGPT is a computer program that can understand and respond to text like a person. It’s like havinga conversation with a very smart robot,” says ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence text generator.
In November of 2022, the computer program ChatGPT generated significant public interest across the globe for its broad applications and commercial value. This AI model demonstrated its ability to perform a variety of tasks, from generating book summaries, recommendations, and personal research assistance, to drafting college SOPs, essays, and emails. According to Ehsan Hoque, Associate Professor of Computer Science at UR, while the concepts used to build ChatGPT are not entirely new, combining them with this AI model marks a significant achievement in the field of AI engineering.
With that being said, the system has also generated contention over its possible violation of academic honesty. The use of ChatGPT for homework assignments is a growing concern for professors across the globe. The University, on the other hand, has not addressed or made a statement on this matter.
There are potential academic violations for homework and exams. One such case is Professor of Political Science and Business David Primo. He entered one of his previous test questions into ChatGPT, and ChatGPT got it exactly correct. Despite concerns, Primo understands that the issue of academic honesty is a concern that has existed and will exist forever. He talks about this as well as the many other negative uses of the internet, saying “The internet makes it easy to spread hateful messages and pirate music, but do you want to go back to a time where you couldn’t bank online, or listen to music online ”
Primo also pictures this technological advancement being integrated into classes and assessments in the future. “Universities should move slowly here and let faculty members experiment with various approaches to AI and adapt to a world of AI,” said Primo.
12. What makes the program a great breakthrough
A. Its ability to perform various tasks.
B. Its achievements in learning technology.
C. Its wide application and commercial value.
D. The combination of its concept and AI model.
13. What does the underlined word in the third paragraph mean
A. dispute B. support C. disadvantage D. mistake
14. What might Primo agree with regarding the use of ChatGPT
A. It is a double-edged sword.
B. It has little impact on academia.
C. Its advantages outweigh its disadvantages.
D. It should be prohibited for academic integrity.
15. What is the text mainly about
A. ChatGPT demonstrates its great strength.
B. ChatGPT generates great argument.
C. ChatGPT arouses significant public interest.
D. ChatGPT causes the potential academic violations.
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。
How to build a healthy self-image
Self-image is important because how we think about ourselves affects how we feel about ourselves and how we interact with the world around us. ____16____ Here are some ways you can build a healthy self-image.
Praise others sincerely. Did you notice something good in another person Praise it. The more you’re able to celebrate the positive experience of others the more secure you’ll feel with yourself. ____17____ This practice of praising others can also help fight against the feelings of low self-worth.
Experience and express gratitude. Practicing gratitude is another way to fight the unkind inner voice that may shape your self-image. Try starting a gratitude journal — this will encourage you to lay out the good things you’re thankful for. As you’re writing a journal, try to notice what you’re grateful for and what role you play in those things. ____18____
____19____ We’ll grow and change in our lives as time goes by. But if you put in effort, that growth can happen faster and more effectively. Meanwhile, a big part of growth is being patient with yourself. For example, if you start a meditation (冥想), don’t expect to sit for half an hour right away. With more practice, meditating for 10 or 20 minutes daily could be your new routine.
Take social media breaks. While it’s a big part of our lives, social media can be a huge contributing factor to our self-image. On social media, people tend to show themselves in their best states and not their unfavorable ones. ____20____ That’s why it’s important to take breaks from the digital world.
It’s a continual process to develop a healthy self-image, but through meaningful practices, you can find a better self.
A. Set strict goals for self-growth.
B. Take action for self-growth with patience.
C. These actions contribute to a positive self-view.
D. Self-image is the personal view that we have of ourselves.
E. So, we will look down on ourselves if we’re looking at it too much.
F. A healthy self-image can improve our physical and mental well-being.
G. By shining a light of positivity on others, it often reflects back onto you.
第二部分 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。
My son had an intriguing idea for my birthday “You want me to go…zip-lining (高空滑索) ”
“Come on,” Marty ____21____. “You only turn 72 once.”
“I’ll think about it.” I hoped that would be the ____22____, but Marty arrived full of excitement the next day. I couldn’t ____23____ him.
We came to the adventure park, getting ____24____ and instructions. Thankfully, the ____25____ was separated into stations, with the zip lines gradually getting longer and higher.
“I’m ____26____ that we’re doing this together,” Marty said. “It’s going to be an awesome memory.” I tried to ____27____ I could do all things, I reminded myself. But I was still completely ____28____.
The first line was 50 feet long and 20 feet in the air. Marty went first. When my ____29____ came, the leader helped me into the equipment. It seemed not that long but I was still ____30____ when I reached the other side. I pushed myself through station after station, until ____31____ we arrived at the second to last one. As I ____32____, something was different. Had the wind on my face gotten stronger Or was I just noticing it now The air rushing by me made me realize that ____33____ was never a limitation!
“Wasn’t that fun ” Marty shouted as we ____34____ the final station.
“Yes!” I said. With the help from the wind — and my ____35____ son — I was ready to zip into turning 72.
21. A. encouraged B. apologized C. promised D. congratulated
22. A. way B. goal C. end D. point
23. A. trust B. help C. disappoint D. surprise
24. A. food B. tents C. cameras D. equipment
25. A. line B. park C. idea D. race
26. A. excited B. puzzled C. upset D. bored
27. A. shout B. smile C. escape D. reject
28. A. satisfied B. terrified C. tired D. annoyed
29 A. plan B. luck C. turn D. bet
30. A. thinking B. marching C. watching D. shaking
31. A. hardly B. eventually C. strangely D. particularly
32. A. gave up B. came along C. took off D. broke in
33. A. age B. speed C. degree D. height
34. A. emptied B. neared C. fixed D. ignored
35. A. problem-solving B. trouble-making C. attention-seeking D. fun-loving
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。
Poetry, ____36____ universal form of literature, plays an important role in ancient China. Poetry probably had its origins in traditional folk music tens of thousands of years ago. In that era, there were no TVs or films, and ____37____ (write) had not been invented, so people would sit around the fire at night and sing songs ____38____(entertain) themselves. These songs reflected themes from the people’s daily life, such as hunting animals or sowing ____39____ (crop). Since nothing was set down, over the years different versions of these songs developed, and each area would have its own respective rhythm. In addition to this, people would recite stories of past heroes.
As these stories were often quite long, they often had rhyme and rhythm to help people remember them more ____40____ (easy). While in the beginning such songs and stories had a very simple format, over time they became more complicated and ____41____ (pretty). These were no longer the works of amateurs sitting around a fire, ____42____ works of true poets who cared about their art and who sometimes made a living from it.
Poetry plays with sounds, words, and grammar, ____43____ makes poetry difficult to write but very interesting to read. Poetry uses colors, feelings, experiences, and images to paint a picture in your mind. Today, many Chinese people ____44____ (become) more interested in reading poems, no matter ____45____ language they are written. Translation is good, but being able to read in what language is best.
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是学校官网英语版学生编辑李华，校学生会将开展“绿色校园行动 (Green Campus Initiative)”，请你写一则倡议，内容包括：
1.活动目的；
2.活动内容；
3.呼吁参加。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Go Green for a Better Campus!
Dear fellow students,
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Student Union
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Penny had always believed she was born to act. Every night, she practiced lines in front of her bedroom mirror, perfecting graceful moves like the actresses in her favorite movies. When her middle school announced The Twelve Dancing Princesses, she spent weeks preparing — even borrowing her sister Diana’s ballet shoes, though they pinched (挤痛) her feet. “Pain is part of the art,” she told herself, imagining the strict drama teacher Mr. Ellison nodding in approval.
But on casting day, her name was nowhere on the list. Mr. Ellison offered her a job on the stage crew (工作人员) instead. “You’ll learn how theater really works,” he said. Penny forced a smile, hiding her disappointment.
Backstage life was quieter than she expected. Penny wore all black, disappearing into the shadows during rehearsals (排练). Sometimes, she mouthed the princesses’ lines silently, her hands tracing an imaginary crown.
Opening night arrived as scheduled, but the lead actress got injured minutes before the curtain. Mr. Ellison scanned the crew, searching for someone who could step in. Here came an opportunity! Penny’s hand shot up. “I know the lines!” she said. He hesitated but handed her the princess’s dress.
Unfortunately, the performance was a disaster. She stumbled over dances, mixed up scenes, and tripped up a prince. The audience’s laughter echoed in her ears. Afterward, she ran to her room, sobbing. Her sister Diana found her curled under the blankets. “Come,” she said, leading Penny to the roof.
The night sky stretched endlessly. “Some stars can’t be seen now,” Diana murmured, “but their light is already traveling. It just takes time to reach us.” Penny wiped her tears. “What if my light never comes ” Diana squeezed her hands. “It will. You just have to keep trying.”
Weeks later, Penny saw a poster for a new play: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Auditions (试镜) were open and she was familiar with the character Helena. That night, Penny climbed to the roof alone. A single star flickered weakly. She traced its light with her finger, her sister’s words ringing in her ears.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Para. 1: “Why not try one more time ” Penny said to herself.
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Para. 2: On opening night, Penny stood behind the curtain.
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