2025-2026学年天津市第二耀华中学高二上学期第二次学情调研英语试卷
(本试卷考试时间120分钟，总分150分)
第Ⅰ卷
一、听力(共两节，满分20分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1分，满分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，你将有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 will the man probably get
A. Potato chips. B. Chocolates. C. Apples.
2. How does the man's sister feel about the movie
A. Content. B. Bored. C. Disappointed.
3. How long has the man had the new car
A. For two months. B. For four months. C. For six months.
4. What is the weather like now
A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Cloudy.
5. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Co-workers. C. Classmates.
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
听下面几段材料。每段材料后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段材料前，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。每段材料读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6至第8小题。
6. What will Edward do tomorrow
A. Visit his family. B. Do some cleaning. C. Take part in an activity.
7. When will the comics exhibition be held
A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.
8. Who will probably go to the exhibition with Jenny
A. Edward. B. Victor. C. Amber.
听下面一段对话，回答第9至11小题。
9. How long did the woman stay in Korea
A. A month. B. About half a month. C. A week.
10. What does the woman like best about the countryside
A. Rivers. B. Fields. C. Fresh air.
11. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Write New Year cards.
B. Complete homework quickly.
C Borrow books from the downtown library.
听下面一段材料，回答第12至第15小题。
12. Where was popcorn popular in the first place
A. In the street.
B. At the restaurant.
C. At the amusement park.
13. Why wasn't popcorn popular in the cinema at first
A. It was a little expensive.
B. The audience didn't like it at all.
C. It was considered noisy and messy.
14. When did popcorn become popular in the cinema
A. In 1900. B. In 1927. C. In 1937.
15. What made popcorn so popular in movie theaters
A. Popcorn and cheap cinemas became a good match.
B. Cinema owners sold popcorn in the cinema.
C. Popcorn became more and more delicious.
二、单选(共15小题：每小题1分，共15分)
1. —Is Mr. Pearl available, please
— _________ . I'll just see if he is in the office.
A. After you B. Hang on
C. With pleasure D. Go ahead
2. Some restaurants are happy to provide a free cake if you let them know in advance that you ________a group for a birthday party.
A. will be bringing B. have brought
C. have been bringing D. were bringing
3. I feel so excited! At this time tomorrow morning I ________ to Shanghai.(2012·辽宁，31)
A. will be flying B. will fly
C. have been flying D. have flown
4. The reading materials________ before the training began, so that everyone had a copy.
A. have printed B. had printed C. have been printed D. had been printed
5. It was________of Michael to inform us of his delay in case we got worried.
A. careless B. considerate C. patient D. generous
6. After school we went to the reading room to do some reading, only to be told that it ________.
A. was decorated B. had decorated C. had been decorated D. was being decorated
7. You must set realistic ________ for yourself, so you are able to track your growth in the long run.
A. objectives B. occupation C. capacity D. reputation
8. Casey’s Rainbow Bookstore was closing after 50 years of business. I tried to think of some words of ______, but I had to admit that it couldn’t stay in business much longer.
A. sympathy B. security C. tendency D. component
9. More Chinese classics have been adapted for movies or TV plays to make traditional Chinese culture to a wider range of people.
A. flexible B. convenient C. effective D. accessible
10. Several years ago, I had a manager who ________ changed his mind about what he wanted.
A. consistently B. constantly C. actually D. ultimately
11 Make sure to ________ your desk lamp to have enough light when you study at night.
A. switch on B. rely on C. miss out D. max out
12. ______ the lack of arms, the Chinese swimmer Guo Jincheng finally became one of this year’s China Youth May Fourth Medal winners.
A. In addition to B. In terms of C. In spite of D. In contrast to
13. Residents are being given a chance to ________ the future of their town.
A. have a say on B. be appreciative of
C. step away from D. be assigned to
14. The headmaster, as well as the headteachers, believes it’s vital to ________ Internet’s influences on children from those of the family.
A. distinguish B. update C. approve D. swallow
15. —OK. Let’s move on to the next phase.
—________. We haven’t finished the last question yet.
A. Go for it B. There’s no hurry C. Give it a try D. That’s settled
三、完形填空(共20小题：每小题1.5分，满分30分)
Josiah Jackson has played piano since age 4 and he started his piano-tuning (钢琴调音) career at 18.
Six months ago, he was on his way to Florida when he ____16____ a public piano at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. He played a few notes. It was the worst piano he’d ever played. He decided to come back some day to tune it ____17____.
He recently got the ____18____ to put his plan into action. As his flight would stop in Chicago again, he ____19____ an eight-hour layover (中转停留). After ____20____ the airport to make sure the piano was still there, he arranged to mail his piano-tuning equipment to the airport.
Upon arriving, he found the piano in very ____21____ shape — dust was everywhere, and there was a gluey substance under the keys that ____22____ them from working. Jackson sat on the floor to ____23____ clean the 88 keys one by one. He ____24____ the reason why the piano was such a mess — it was next to a bar and people had spilled (洒落) drinks on the keys.
The cleaning was a big ____25____. That left him with about 45 minutes before he’d have to ____26____ to catch his flight. So he did the fastest tuning. He then played a bit of “Pirates of the Caribbean”: the piece that inspired him to ____27____ the piano when he was younger. Even with a quick tuning, the piano sounded really good.
He ____28____ had time to admire his work, but he had achieved his goal: the ____29____ of the piano. It was again ready to be played by anyone with a few minutes to spare ____30____ flights. He left a ____31____ on the piano — “No drinks near piano, please!”
A video was posted on TikTok showing how he cleaned and tuned the piano, which has received more than 1,500 ____32____. “So glad the piano is ____33____, Thank you for bringing a new life to the piano!” one person wrote.
“I’m ____34____ that people are playing the piano again,” Jackson told a news reporter, “Piano tuners are becoming more and more ____35____, and I’m one of the few who could fix it. It was just a cool community thing to do.”
16. A. donated B. spotted C. tuned D. purchased
17. A. in vain B. with luck C. for free D. at random
18. A. message B. reward C. demand D. chance
19. A. scheduled B. revealed C. canceled D. delayed
20. A. promising B. contacting C. inspecting D. ordering
21. A. rough B. simple C. unique D. normal
22. A. rescued B. defended C. liberated D. prevented
23. A. casually B. effortlessly C. patiently D. briefly
24. A. figured out B. made up C. set aside D. turned down
25. A. fortune B. expectation C. challenge D. sacrifice
26. A. flee B. wander C. slide D. race
27. A. pull out B. take up C. give away D. bring back
28. A. barely B. definitely C. merely D. generally
29. A. contribution B. introduction C. transformation D. appreciation
30. A. behind B. between C. below D. beyond
31. A. report B. record C. bill D. sign
32. A. invitations B. awards C. comments D. offers
33. A. replaced B. restored C. evaluated D. explored
34. A. interested B. shocked C. puzzled D. thrilled
35. A. rare B. available C. modest D. generous
四、阅读理解(共20小题：每小题2.5分，满分50分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
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Tutor: Mia Chen
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Dive into the world of digital art with Mia Chen. This workshop introduces basic techniques using popular software like Procreate and Photoshop. Learn to create vibrant illustrations, master layer management, and experiment with digital brushes. Perfect for those new to digital art or looking to transition from traditional media.
Sculpting with Clay
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Dates: 12-14 July, 220 (15% group discount)
Explore the tactile art of clay sculpting with Leo Rossi. Participants will learn fundamental sculpting skills, from shaping forms to adding texture and detail. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to get creative with your hands. All materials are provided, and you’ll take home your finished sculpture.
Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes
Tutor: Elena Moore
Dates: 19-21 July, 250 (20% student discount)
Join Elena Moore to discover the art of photographing cityscapes. This workshop combines classroom instruction with outdoor shoots in London’s iconic locations. Learn to use composition, lighting, and perspective to capture the energy and beauty of urban environments. Ideal for photographers of all levels seeking to refine their skills.
Watercolor Botanicals
Tutor: Lily Zhou
Dates: 26-28 July, 190 (5% repeat-customer discount)
Immerse yourself in the delicate world of watercolor with Lily Zhou. Focusing on botanical subjects, you’ll learn to mix colors, create soft gradients, and depict natural textures. Whether you’re a beginner or want to improve your watercolor techniques, this workshop offers a relaxing and inspiring experience.
36. What is the main goal of the workshops at Creative Hub
A. To provide professional certification for artists. B. To sell art materials and tools to participants.
C. To inspire creativity through practical learning. D. To showcase the tutors’ personal art collections.
37. Which workshop is best for beginners in digital art
A Digital Painting Fundamentals B. Sculpting with Clay
C. Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes D. Watercolor Botanicals
38. What can participants do in Elena Moore’s workshop
A. Learn to use clay sculpting tools. B. Take outdoor photos in London’s landmarks.
C. Master watercolor gradient techniques. D. Experiment with digital brush settings.
39. If a student signs up for Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes, how much will he/she pay
A. 200 B. 210 C. 230 D. 250
40. Where is this text most likely from
A. A local art school’s promotional brochure B. A scientific research paper
C. A fashion design magazine D. A travel guidebook
B
Do you think cookies can tell stories Jasmine Cho, 35, does.
A baker, artist, entrepreneur and activist, Cho tries to spread knowledge about social justice issues and diversity through the delicious medium of cookies.
It was in high school that she discovered her love of baking. At a sleepover a friend taught her how to make a dessert, “sort of demystifying baking and that whole process”.
Later, Cho realized her second passion: learning more about her Asian, American culture. An elective in college that taught Asian-American immigrant experiences brought an emotional moment for her. “So many emotions came up that I just couldn’t articulate. It was like this mix of anger, relief, empowerment, sadness...” Cho said.
Cho realized she could combine these two passions to educate others about influential Asian-American people and showcase matters that were important to her. With her online bakery, she designed cookie portraits about people she admired and posted the images on Instagram. “I don’t think I ever really knew how to communicate these stories until I found cookies,” Cho said. “Cookies are just so disarming. Who doesn’t like cookies ” One cookie that Cho has identified with deeply is one she made of George Helm, a Hawaiian activist in the 1970s.
“It’s insane the amount of injustice that the native Hawaiian population has faced as well through the whole annexation (吞并) of the kingdom. There were so many horrific stories that I heard about nuclear testing and the fallout (核爆炸后的沉降物) impacting native Hawaiian populations in all of this,” Cho said, “George Helm was one of those activists who really represented the spirituality of the native Hawaiians and the connection to their land, to nature.”
Among her amazing cookie art are other political figures such as Larry Itliong, a Filipino-American labor organizer, and pop culture figures such as Keanu Reeves, a Canadian actor.
Cho hopes her cookie art continues to inspire people to be creative and think positively.
“Instead of trying to think of something new and original, just look inward and see, maybe there’s already a passion or a love that you have,” Cho said. “Use that for something that will serve the world in a better way.”
41. What inspired Cho to take an interest in Asian-American culture
A. One of her sleepover experiences.
B. One elective she took at college.
C. The process of learning baking from her friend.
D. A book she read about Asian-American immigrant experiences.
42. The underlined word “articulate” in Paragraph 4 probably mean _________.
A. get rid of B. put up with C. express in words D. stay focused
43. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning George Helm in the passage
A. To inform the reader of Helm’s contributions to Hawaii.
B. To show what knowledge Cho focuses on with her cookies.
C. To introduce the spirituality of native Hawaiians.
D. To explain why Cho is interested in political activists.
44. What approach does Cho recommend to make a difference
A. Making use of your passion.
B. Turning to political figures for help
C. Trying to do something creative and special.
D. Asking people around to work along with you.
45. What can best summarize the message contained in the passage
A. Think outside the box to break new ground.
B. Spread something original to one’s heart content.
C. Hold your horses for a better self.
D. Throw yourself into your inner world for a better one.
C
Until recently, the “science of the future” was supposed to be electronics and artificial intelligence. Today it seems more and more likely that the next great breakthroughs in technology will be brought through a combination of those two sciences with organic chemistry and genetic engineering. This combination is the science of biotechnology.
Organic chemistry enables us to produce marvelous synthetic materials. However, it is still difficult to manufacture anything that has the capacity of wool to conserve heat and also to absorb moisture. Nothing that we have been able to produce so far comes anywhere near the combination of strength, lightness and flexibility that we find in the bodies of ordinary insects.
Nevertheless, scientists in the laboratory have already succeeded in “growing” a material that has many of the characteristics of human skin. There is a good chance that our next step will be “biotech hearts and eyes” which can replace diseased organs in human beings. These will not be rejected by the immune system, as is often the case with organs from donors.
The application of biotechnology to energy production seems even more auspicious. In 1996 the famous science fiction writer, Arthur C. Clarke, many of whose previous predictions have come true, said that we might soon be able to develop remarkably cheap and renewable sources of energy and some of these power sources would be biological. Clarke and others have warned us repeatedly that sooner or later we will have to give up our dependence on non-renewable power sources. Coal, oil and gas are indeed convenient. However, using them also means creating dangerously high levels of pollution. It will be impossible to meet the growing demand for energy without increasing that pollution to catastrophic levels unless we develop power sources that are both cheaper and cleaner.
It is tempting to think that biotechnology or some other “science of the future” can solve our problems. Before we surrender to that temptation we should remember nuclear power. Only a few generations ago it seemed to promise limitless, cheap and safe energy. Today those promises lie buried in a concrete grave in a place called Chernobyl, in Ukraine. Biotechnology is unlikely, however, to break its promises in quite the same or such a dangerous way.
46. According to Paragraph 2, what is the author’s view on natural materials compared to synthetic ones
A. Natural materials are superior in multiple properties.
B. Synthetic materials have surpassed natural ones in quality.
C. Organic chemistry cannot replicate natural materials’ features.
D. Future technology will eliminate the need for natural materials.
47. The examples of “biotech hearts and eyes” in Paragraph 3 are used to demonstrate ________.
A. the complete replacement of human organs is imminent B. the practical potential of biotechnology in medicine
C. the resolution of immune system rejection issues D. the cost-effectiveness of biological materials
48. Author C. Clarke is most likely to agree that in future societies ________.
A. biological power will play a dominant role in the market
B. all the predictions that he has made will come true
C. the use of fossil fuels like oil, gas and coal will be stopped
D. dependence on non-renewable energy must be reduced
49. Which of the following statements best describes an advantage of biotechnology mentioned in the passage
A. It relies entirely on synthetic materials for energy production.
B. It provides both economical and eco-friendly solutions.
C. It ensures immediate replacement of all diseased human organs.
D. It has surpassed nuclear power in safety and efficiency.
50. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. Biological power will probably live, up to all its promises.
B. Biotechnology is the only way to address our future energy problems.
C. Nuclear power is a limitless cheap and safe kind of energy.
D. Biological power is less likely to be as threatening as nuclear power
D
Some games are destined to live in your memory forever. These are the ones that become instant classics; people talk about them for years after release, sometimes even decades. They appear on every best-of list and get played and replayed over and over again. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is one of these games.
First released as a launch title for the Nintendo Switch in 2017, people are still discovering Breath of the Wild four years later. I first picked up the game about six months after Nintendo Switch came out-the earliest I could finally get my hands on the console (游戏机). It was late enough to have heard the accolades but before it had been regarded as one of best video games of all time. I loved every second. It was tough, but worth pushing through. I’ve done most of what there is to do. But there’s one big thing I haven’t done: beat the game.
I’ve completed all the story quests (任务) up to the ending. I’ve even wandered the castle. But I can’t bring myself to save the princess. Every time I decide I’m going to take the plunge (毅然决定) , I throw my controller aside. I can’t bring myself to do it. If I beat Breath of the Wild, the adventure is over. As long as I avoid finishing it, there’s still something new to discover. Chances are, I’m not alone. Surely other gamers do this-and not just with Breath of the Wild. This isn’t about losing interest; it’s wanting to always have more left to play.
This refusal to complete a game might sound ridiculous. But let’s be real: It’s not uncommon for the ending to be far from the best part. Too often, I’ve been upset about the way a story ended or that a character didn’t get the closure I really wanted. Only recently did I realize those things didn’t really matter; the point of a game is the quest itself, not the ending, so why bother rushing through it
I’m not sure if I’ll ever finish Breath of the Wild. At this point I’m not going to dive back into the game because I’ve completely forgotten what to do and how to do it. I have vague (模糊的) plans to replay it before the sequel (续集) comes out, but for now I’m fine with not having finished this Zelda variant (系列).
51. The underlined word “accolades” in paragraph two probably
A. blessings B. complaints C. rumors D. praises
52 The author hasn’t finished the game yet because ________.
A. he finds it too hard to clear all the quests and save the princess
B. he is upset that the story may not end in the way he really wants
C. he is reluctant to end the amazing adventure the game has brought him
D. he is unsatisfied with the closure that the character is going to receive
53. According to the passage, what can be inferred about the author
A. He purchased the Nintendo Switch as soon as the product came out
B. He is still playing the game, Breath of the Wild, in his spare time.
C. He values the process of the game more than its result.
D. He has lost interest in finishing the game, Breath of the Wild, in the future.
54. Based on the passage, which of the following best describes the author’s current attitude towards The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
A. Indifferent, as he prefers the coming sequel ones
B. Uninterested, he no longer considers replaying
C. Content, as he enjoys the journey though not finishing it yet
D. Skeptical, thinking they rarely live up to expectations
55. The purpose of the passage is to ________.
A. explain why some players avoid completing games
B. criticize game developers for poor story endings
C. promote the unique gameplay of Breath of the Wild
D. argue that difficulty levels ruin gaming experiences
第Ⅱ卷
五、写作(共两节，满分35分)
第一节：阅读表达(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)
阅读短文，按照要求用英语回答问题。
When I was a kid, there was only one way my parents would let me stay home from school and that was if l had a high fever. Most of my friends could stay home due to a stomachache or a mild fever—but not me…I had to be dying in order to stay home. By the way, my parents are both doctors. My parents used to say that they were teaching me how to have a good work ethic(职业道德). I didn't understand the connection until last week.
The other day I was on the train and sat behind a young man who was complaining to his friend about his life. He went on for twenty minutes about how his passion in life was to make movies, but he wouldn't pursue it because he had no clue if he could make enough money and he didn't want to waste time because it would take years to make it big. He then admitted to thinking about buying stocks(股票)by borrowing money because he thought he could easily make six figures within one year. His friend agreed with him and said, "The stock is good because you can make tons of money and only work for a short time."
I think they were indulging(沉溺)in the wildest fantasy. Many people these days don't realize that when things seem to happen immediately, it is only because a lot of effort, determination and time have gone into them and it isn't due to some miraculous(不可思议的)event. The easier it looks, the more hours go into it. There is no excuse for laziness.
Looking at the two young men, all of a sudden I was having a flashback of being ten years old and watching the television show Fame.
In the show the dance teacher told her students, "If you want fame, fame costs and here's how you start paying for it…sweat." Every time we watched that show, my dad would proudly say how right the teacher was because in order to succeed you have to work hard.
56. When did the author's parents allow her to stay home from school （no more than 10 words）
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57. Why did the young man on the train give up his dream of making movies （no more than 10 words）
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58. What does the author think of the young men on the train （only I word）
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59. How do you understand the underlined sentence in the last paragraph （no more than 15 words）
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60. Do you agree with the author's opinion Why （no more than 30 words）
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第二节：书面表达(满分25分)
61. 假设你是晨光中学的学生李津。一位外国游客近日在Understanding China网站上发布短视频，赞叹科技在中国人购物、出行、学习等方面的广泛应用，一位名为 Chris的网友在评论区询问是否确实如此。请根据以下提示留言：
（1）对视频反映的情况予以肯定；
（2）介绍科技在你生活中的应用；
（3）希望国际友人来中国亲身体验。
试题词汇：短视频 video clip
注意：
（1）词数不少于100；
（2）可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
Li Jin @ Chris Posted on Mar. 15, 202411: 00 AM
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