2025-2026学年江苏省扬州大学附属中学高二上学期期中英语试题 25.11
考试时间：120分钟
试卷满分：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。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. How does the woman feel
A. Upset B. Energetic C. Relaxed
2. How will the man spend Thanksgiving Day
A. By taking a trip B. By visiting his sister C. By staying at home
3. When will Dr Block meet the woman tomorrow
A. At 11:00. B. At 11:20. C. At 9:30.
4. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Father and daughter B. Husband and wife C. Waiter and customer
5. What is the woman’s advice
A Drink some water B. Figure out the problem C. Take a break
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What does the woman think of extreme sports
A. Exciting B. Frightening C. Dangerous
7. What did the man do yesterday
A. He went white-water rafting.
B. He went mountain-climbing.
C. He tried bungee jumping.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. At a store B. At a hospital C. At home
9. What was the woman doing when she got hurt
A. Opening some letters B. Cutting vegetables C. Having some water
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10 What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A country B. A city C. A trip
11. What can we learn from the conversation
A. It is cold in Mexico city in March.
B. The speakers are on the phone.
C. The woman can’t speak Spanish.
12. Why does the woman want to go to Mexico
A. She wants to enjoy Mexican food.
B. She has cousins there.
C. She likes Mexican pottery.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13 What is the man’s problem
A. He can’t concentrate on his studies at home.
B. He has difficulty in writing university essays.
C. He can’t afford the flat rent.
14. Where does the woman suggest the man study
A. In her flat. B. In his flat. C. In the library.
15. What paper does the woman recommend to the man
A. A local paper B. Sunday Times C. Radio Times
16. What does the man decide to do in the end
A. Read other newspapers.
B. Go to the university’s accommodation office.
C. Give up the idea of finding a flat.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the probable relationship between the speaker and the listeners
A. Teacher and students B. Mother and children C. Colleagues
18. Where is LaFleur Bar
A. Next to the Rodolfo Country Club
B. Opposite to the Greenville Gallery
C. Across from the Rodolfo Country Club
19. What should the listeners pay for at the party
A. Food B. Soft drinks C. Alcoholic drinks
20. What does the speaker advise the listeners to do in the end
A. Drink less at the party B. Take public transportation
C. Invite their friends to the party
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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1. How much can be returned to a student who quits from Program Spring 2 on April 16th
A. $750. B. $500. C. $250. D. $0.
2. What does an admission advisor do
A. Issue student loans. B. Update applicants’ information.
C. Assist in program selection. D. Contact boarder of Bethel University.
3. Which of the following plays a part in the application of financial aid
A. Repaying ability. B. Credit history.
C Age and nationality. D. Family income.
B
As the sun neared the horizon, Ali began his nightly walk through the sandy streets of Timbuktu in Mali. Covered in robes of indigo, he passed through the streets of Timbuktu and continued out into the sand dunes (沙丘), just beyond the city’s western suburbs.
Ali was a teenager when he first saw the city that would later become his home. “I couldn’t believe the lights!” he remembered. Members of his family still live a semi-nomadic (半游牧的) existence out in the desert. But when he became an adult, drought and the need to earn a living drove Ali into Timbuktu, where he set up a business as a guide for tourists who wanted to explore the Sahara. His heart remained in the desert even when he had to be in the city. He refused to get a fixed-line telephone in case he came to depend upon it. When he had no clients, he would escape to the desert, spending months at a time camping out, drinking tea with friends and sleeping under the stars.
As a guide, Ali made friends from around the world, and he visited some in Europe. It was, to him, an alien world, just as Timbuktu remains for many around the globe. “The first time I was in Europe, I saw water just lying on the ground. Everything moved at a speed that was unthinkable in the Sahara. I thought “these people are crazy”. In the desert we have infinite time but no water,” he said. “In Europe, you have plenty of water but no time.”
When travelers wanted to see more of the Sahara, Ali took them to Araouane, a sand-drowned town 270 km north of Timbuktu. And yet for the tourists who visited there, the town was undoubtedly more to it than that. There was something there that produced a feeling similar to excitement. It was the awe of vast skies and big horizons.
4. What did Ali do daily at sunset
A. He chatted with neighbors. B. He took a night walk.
C. He took a photo of the sun. D. He bought some food in a store.
5. How did Ali feel when first seeing the city
A. Confused. B. Amazed.
C. Frightened. D. Moved.
6. What can we learn about Ali from paragraph 2
A. He escaped from Sahara Desert with his friends.
B. He explored the Sahara Desert on his own.
C. He lived a semi-nomadic life with his wife.
D. He established a travel company.
7. What does the underlined part “these people are crazy” in paragraph 3 mean
A. People in Europe are always busy with their life.
B. People in Europe always let water running.
C. People in Europe are curious about everything.
D. People in Europe waste so much time.
C
The Guardian (卫报) has updated its style guide to introduce terms that more accurately describe the environmental crises facing the world.
Instead of “climate change”, the preferred terms are “climate emergency, crisis or breakdown” and “global heating” is favored over “global warming”, although the original terms are not banned.
“We want to ensure that we are being scientifically precise, while also communicating clearly with readers on this very important issue,” said the editor-in-chief, Katharine Viner. “The phrase ‘climate change’, for example, sounds rather passive and gentle when what scientists are talking about is a disaster for people.”
“Increasingly, climate scientists and organizations from the UN to the Met Office are changing their terms, and using stronger language to describe the situation we’re in,” she said. Other terms that have been updated, including the use of “wildlife” rather than “biodiversity”, “fish populations” instead of “fish stocks” and “climate science denier (否认气候变化者)” rather than “climate sceptic”.
Earlier in May, Greta Thunberg, the Swedish teenager who has inspired school strikes for climate around the globe, said: “Can we all now call it what it is: climate breakdown, climate crisis, climate emergency, ecological breakdown, ecological crisis and ecological emergency ”
The update to the Guardian’s style guide follows the addition of the global carbon dioxide level to the Guardian’s daily weather pages. “Levels of CO2 in the atmosphere have risen so dramatically, which is symbolic of what human activity is doing to our climate,” said Viner in April. “People need reminding that the climate crisis is no longer a future problem-we need to tackle it now, and every day matters.”
8. Why is the Guardian changing the language it uses about the environment
A. To illustrate the world’s environment crises in a more precise way.
B. To remove all the negative expressions concerning environment problems.
C. To achieve more accurate description of the diverse world we live in.
D. To make the terms about environment sound more academic.
9. In terms of the Guardian’s language changing in the field of environment, which of the following statement is true
A. Since the new terms about environment crises have been adopted, the original ones are all banned.
B. “Climate crisis” as a stronger term helps to describe the real threat facing the world.
C. Compared with “climate crisis”, “climate change” sounds more pessimistic and depressing.
D. Global carbon dioxide level is added to the Guardian’s daily weather pages after the update of the style guide.
10. All the following are newly updated terms except ________.
A. wildlife B. fish population
C. biodiversity D. climate science denier
11. What was the primary purpose of Greta Thunberg by saying “Can we all now call it what it is: climate breakdown,... emergency”
A. To set a good example for teenagers as a well-behavior student.
B. To convey Swedish schools’ willingness to listen to different voices from teenagers.
C. To show it is urgent to update environment terms.
D. To show how popular environment campaigns are among Sweden.
D
By examining tiny vessels (血管) inside a person’s eyes, doctors might one day be able to predict that person’s risk of early death, according to a new study.
Past research had shown the retina (视网膜), light-sensitive layers of nerve tissue at the back of the eye, as a possible indicator of a person’s biological age. The retina offers a unique, accessible “window” to evaluate underlying pathological (病理的) processes of some serious diseases that are associated with increased risks of death. In the new study, the researchers turned to a deep-learning technique that could predict a person’s risk of death by analyzing the biological age of the retina.
Their deep-learning model, a type of machine learning and artificial intelligence that’s modeled to learn similar to a human brain, analyzed more than 80,000 images of fundus (眼底) — the internal back surface of the eye that includes the retina. They obtained the images from nearly 47.000 people between the ages of 40 and 69, stored in the UK Biobank. To figure out whether their model was accurate, they first analyzed more than 19,000 fundus images taken from more than 1,100 participants who were in relatively good health. The idea was that the retinal biological ages of these people should be fairly similar to their chronological age (实际年龄).
The model was fairly accurate in predicting retinal ages, with an accuracy of within 3.5 years to chronological ages. They then used the model to assess the remaining nearly 36,000 participants’ fundus photos collected across a span of 11 years. They found that 51 percent of the participants had a “retinal age gap” — the difference between biological and chronological age of more than 3 years, 28 percent had a gap of more than 5 years and 4.5 percent had a gap of more than 10 years. In other words, these participants had “older” eyes compared to their chronological age.
Those who had larger age gaps had a 49-67 percent higher risk of death from causes other than cardiovascular disease or cancer. With every one year increase in the age gap, the risk of death increased by 2 percent for any cause and 3 percent for causes other than cardiovascular disease and cancer.
12. What can we know about the retina
A. It causes serious diseases.
B. It helps to analyze pathological processes.
C. It can diagnose some serious diseases.
D. It improves people’s physical health.
13. How do researchers know the retinal age
A. By examining the nerve tissue. B. By studying the human brain.
C. By checking the eyesight. D. By analyzing fundus images.
14. What percentage of the participants had the largest retinal age gap
A. 3.5%. B. 4.5%. C. 28%. D. 51%.
15. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. A new study is conducted on tiny vessels.
B. Image technology is used to predict diseases.
C. Retinal age gaps may reveal risks of death.
D. A deep-learning on the retina is necessary.
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 Fall Asleep Faster: A Simple Guide
Struggling to fall asleep is a common and frustrating experience. The good news is that by using proven relaxation techniques and adjusting your evening habits, you can effectively regulate your sleep schedule. ____16____
A highly effective method to try is the 4-7-8 breathing technique. This involves inhaling (吸气) quietly through your nose for a count of 4, holding your breath for 7 seconds, and there exhaling (呼气) completely through your mouth for 8 seconds. ____17____ This pattern of controlled breathing helps to calm your nervous system and slow your heartbeat, preparing you body for rest.
If counting isn’t for you, practice guided imagery (引导性意象法) instead. Visualize a calming scene, like a quiet beach or a peaceful forest. ____18____ This mental escape can be just as effective as physical relaxation techniques.
Adjusting your evening routine is also crucial. Taking a warm bath or shower at least an hour before bed is very beneficial. The subsequent drop in your body temperature as you move to a cooler bedroom is a powerful natural signal that helps to induce sleep. ____19____.
____20____ If you find yourself unable to sleep after 20 minutes, get up and read a print book. This is a calming activity that can reduce stress. It is vital to choose a physical book, as the blue light from electronic devices can interfere with your ability to fall asleep.
Finally, for those nights when your mind is racing, write in a journal. Getting your worries out of your head and onto paper can provide a powerful sense of release, allowing you to let go of the day’s stress. With some consistent practice of these healthy habits, you can train your body and mind to fall asleep faster and enjoy a better night’s rest every single night.
A. Repeat this cycle several times until you feel relaxed.
B. This process works because your body associates cooling down with sleep time.
C. Here are some practical strategies that can help you achieve this goal.
D. The key is to focus on being present in that place and imagine it with rich sensory details to distract your mind from daily worries.
E. However, if you’re still having trouble, there’s another approach you can try.
F. This meditation technique helps distract you from daily stress.
G. Therefore, creating the right environment is equally important for quality sleep.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分35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。
Muniba Mazari, often known as the “Iron Lady of Pakistan”, is a true inspiration for countless people around the world.
Muniba’s life took a dramatic turn when she was involved in a car accident which left her paralyzed (瘫痪) from the waist down. At the young age of 21, she found herself ____21____ in a wheelchair, confronting a future that was ____22____ from the one she had once dreamed of.
Then, Muniba made an important decision. She refused to let her disability ____23____ her identity. ____24____, she embraced her new reality with incredible strength. She discovered a passion for art and began to paint using her mouth, ____25____ remarkable talent. Through her artwork, she found a channel to express her emotions and inspire others.
____26____, Muniba’s resilience (回弹力，适应能力) extended far beyond the canvas. She ____27____ a motivational speaker, sharing her story of victory over adversity with global audiences. She encouraged others to ____28____ their challenges and pursue their dreams.
In addition to her artistic and speaking ____29____, Muniba achieved another milestone. She became Pakistan’s first female Goodwill Ambassador (亲善大使) for UN Women, ____30____ for gender equality and women’s rights. Her work aimed to empower women and girls, urging them to break societal limits.
Muniba’s story serves as a beacon (灯塔) of hope. It proves that disability is not a(n) ____31____ to achieving greatness. Through her journey, she has taught millions the importance of self-love and the ____32____ power of the human spirit. Her life reminds us that ____33____ challenges we face, with toughness and a strong will, we can overcome adversity. Muniba doesn’t just talk about ____34____; she lives it every day. Her entire story ____35____ the core message that our limitations do not have to limit our lives.
21. A. seated B. trapped C. resting D. laid
22. A. separate B. hidden C. distant D. free
23. A. devote B. describe C. define D. disagree
24. A. Consequently B. Besides C. Finally D. Instead
25. A. possessing B. creating C. discovering D. showing
26. A. Therefore B. However C. Otherwise D. Somehow
27. A. turned into B. looked into C. ran into D. came into
28. A. come across B. spring up C. rise to D. throw in
29. A. pursuit B. exercise C. plans D. movement
30. A. advocating B. searching C. applying D. allowing
31 A. error B. barrier C. career D. debt
32. A. suitable B. realistic C. limitless D. precise
33. A. whatever B. whenever C. however D. wherever
34. A. success B. determination C. freedom D. equality
35. A. ignores B. questions C. employs D. delivers
第二节短文填空(共10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The 2025 “Global Mayors Dialogue. Dunhuang” was held in Dunhuang from Saturday to Monday, with guests ____36____ (participate) in cultural experiences in the city during the first two days. The ____37____ (office) opening ceremony kicked off on Monday, ____38____ the theme “A Symphony of Civilizations, Resonance in Harmony”, ____39____ (aim) at implementing (实施) the Global civilization Initiative and building a more effective international communication system.
The event welcomed 200 attendees, both from China and abroad, including 23 international ____40____ (representative) from government delegates and cultural institutions across nine countries.
“Over the years, we ____41____ (develop) a set of core conservation technologies to protect ancient murals, sculptures and grotto temples. These practices can not only be applied to the conservation of the Mogao Grottoes, ____42____ provide valuable experiences for other countries,” said Su Bomin, director of the Dunhuang Academy.
“Both cities share a ____43____ (commit) to protecting cultural heritage. I’m impressed how Dunhuang promotes its deep culture via cultural and creative products and intangible cultural heritage,” said Burak Deste, general secretary of Manisa Metropolitan Municipality.
He shared the city’s experiences and vision on the preservation of cultural heritage and expressed hope ____44____ more people from both nations will visit each other’s countries to explore magnificent historical sites and gain ____45____ deeper understanding of one another’s culture and history.
写作(共两节，满分35分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你正在教你的英国朋友Amy学习汉语。请你写封邮件告知下次上课的计划，内容包括：
(1)时间和地点；
(2)内容：学习唐诗；
(3)课前准备：简要了解唐朝的历史。
注意： 1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Amy,
I hope this email finds you well.
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分20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。
Wilma was a lively child who always wanted to play outside. The only problem was, she got sick — a lot! Ever since she was born, she was either feverish, coughing, sneezing or covered in spots. . . or at least, that was how she remembered it! Poor Wilma caught lots of diseases with long names and spent a lot of time in the hospital. “If being ill were a sport, I’d be a champion!”
When she was five, Wilma caught something called polio, and it looked as if she might never get to play outside again. Wilma recovered from catching polio, but her left leg and foot were badly weakened by the disease. This made it difficult for her to walk.
That meant she couldn’t go to nursery school or her first years of primary school like everyone else. It made her upset to see the other kids having fun outside. While the doctors treated her weak leg and she learned how to walk again, she had lessons at home.
Wilma also had to take a fifty-mile bus ride with her mum twice a week to go to Meharry Medical College. The kind doctors and nurses at the college gave her exercises to strengthen her muscles. She had to wear a metal brace (支架) that supported her left leg. Using this, she could finally walk by herself and go to school with other kids. That sounded good, but the little girl really hated wearing it. She had to wear it with heavy shoes that made her stand out.
“What will the other kids say ” she asked her mum. “I don’t want to look different!” Her mother tried to cheer her up. “You won’t have to wear it forever, dear. Just keep exercising and make your leg strong!” That’s what Wilma did! She made sure to do all the exercises the doctors gave her to make her leg better. It wasn’t easy, but she kept imagining how wonderful it would be to walk to school without the brace.
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
When Wilma was twelve, the doctors decided that her leg was strong enough.
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Then, she was invited to join her school’s track team.
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