2023-2024学年第二学期4月高二期中考试
英 语
注意事项：1. 考试时间为120分钟，满分150分。
2. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡相应的位置。
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. Why did the woman invite the man to her home
A. To learn English.
B. To meet her family.
C. To work on homework together.
2. What does the man want first
A. The postcard. B. The letter. C. The advertisement.
3. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a bookstore. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
4. Why is the woman calling the school
A. To tell about Judy’s illness.
B. To check Judy’s progress.
C. To ask for medical help.
5. What is the conversation mainly about
A. A travel destination. B. A fascinating class. C. An ancient story.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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，各小题将给出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. At what time will Bill arrive home
A. At 4:00. B. At 5:00. C. At 6:00.
7. What will Jim bring
A. Chips. B. Sandwiches. C. Cupcakes.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What happened to Howard’s car
A. It was stolen. B. It was broken. C. It was damaged.
9. What does the man mean in the end
A. Howard is annoyed now.
B. The car may be recovered.
C. Howard will ask the woman for help.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What does Ken have to do
A. Practice French at home.
B. Choose a language course.
C. Deliver a speech in Spanish.
11. Who is Maria
A. The man’s friend. B. The man’s mother. C. The woman’s classmate.
12. Which language will the man take
A. French. B. Spanish. C. Chinese.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. How does Carol usually go to work
A. By bus. B. On foot. C. By car.
14. What do we know about John
A. He often eats out. B. He likes rainy days. C. He is expert at cooking.
15. How does Carol find the restaurants in the city
A. They are diverse. B. They are crowded. C. They are cheap.
16. What is the most probable relationship between the speakers
A. Strangers. B. Co-workers. C. Husband and wife.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speech intended to do
A. Introduce a volunteer project.
B. Discuss the benefits of field trips.
C. Inform parents about the field trip details.
18. What will the children do in the museum
A. Admire artworks. B. Have a science class. C. Do voluntary work.
19. When will the children arrive at the museum
A. At about 10 a.m. B. At about 10:30 a.m. C. At about 12:30 p.m.
20. What is free during the trip
A. The lunch. B. The admission. C. The bus ride.
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
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21. How much will a user pay for a 10-month subscription to Memrise
A. $119.9. B. $120. C. $129.9. D. $199.9.
22. Which app is suitable for users who will travel abroad very soon
A. Drops. B. Busuu. C. Babbel. D. Memrise.
23. What sets Drops apart from the other apps
A. Its community feature.
B. Its personalized learning plans.
C. Its vast library of learning materials.
D. Its fascinating game like learning experience.
B
By the age of sixteen years old, Ben had always been an outstanding student. He went to great lengths to achieve high grades and managed to keep his parents delighted and proud. Neither of his parents had the opportunity to attend university and it was their biggest ambition that Ben could land a well paid and decent job as a lawyer. He knew that achieving this goal would make his parents walk on air, but he wasn’t certain whether he would feel the same.
Since he was only a child, Ben had been passionate about computer programming. He taught himself how to use a computer, and by the age of 12, he had been expert in three different programming languages. He did all of this in his spare time. He was quite an introvert (内向的人), so he preferred staying in with his computer, rather than going out socializing with his fellow classmates or playing sports in the brilliant sunshine. It was acceptable with his parents, as long as he continued to focus on his studies.
One day, while reading an article online about a young technology billionaire called Tom, Ben was fascinated by the magical power of technology and the wisdom and innovation of the young CEO. The inner voice told him that he longed to become a computer programmer. Everything changed for Ben.
Despite his parents’ hopes. Ben chose to pursue his love for computer programming. He worked hard, improving his skills and taking every chance to learn and grow in the tech field. Despite some initial doubts, he found great joy in his work. Eventually, Ben became a highly successful and respected computer programmer, achieving his childhood dream. While his parents had their doubts at first, thy eventually came to understand and support his chosen path, proud of the impressive career he had built for himself.
24. What does the underlined phrase “walk on air” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Physically active. B. Extremely happy.
C. Mentally healthy. D. Incredibly energetic.
25. Which words can best describe Ben
A. Curious and humble. B. Talkative and outgoing.
C. Diligent and intelligent. D. Determined and humorous.
26. What inspired Ben to pursue his own dream
A. His parents’ expectations. B. An article about a billionaire.
C. Tom’s encouragement. D. A desire to become a CEO.
27. What can we learn from Ben’s story
A. Two wrongs don’t make a right.
B. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.
C. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
D. Follow your passion, and success will follow.
C
Polar bears in Canada’s Hudson Bay risk starvation as climate change lengthens periods without Arctic Sea ice, despite the creatures’ willingness to expand their diets.
Polar bears use the ice that stretches across the ocean surface in the Arctic during colder months to help them access their main source of prey—fatty seals. In the warmer months when the sea ice recedes (消退), they would be expected to conserve their energy and even enter a hibernation-like (类似冬眠) state.
But human-caused climate change is extending this ice-free period in parts of the Arctic, which is warming between two and four times faster than the rest of the world, and forcing the polar bears to spend more and more time on land.
New research looking at 20 polar bears in Hudson Bay suggests that without sea ice they still try to find food. “Polar bears are creative and clever, and they will search the landscape for ways to try to survive and find food resources to compensate (补偿) their energy demands if they’re motivated,” said Anthony Pango, a research wildlife biologist with the US Geological Survey and lead author of the study.
The researchers found that of the group, two bears indeed rested and reduced their total energy consumption to levels similar to hibernation, but the 18 others stayed active. The study said these active bears may have been pushed to continue to look for food, with individual animals documented eating a variety of foods including grasses, a gull, a rodent and a seal carcass. Some bears even swam long distances to find food.
But ultimately the researchers found that these foods didn’t give them as much energy as their usual prey. So, 19 out of 20 polar bears lost weight when there was no ice, which made them more likely to starve. That means that the longer polar bears spend on land, the higher their risk for starvation.
“As ice goes, the polar bears go, and there is no other solution other than stopping ice loss. That is the only solution,” Pango said.
28. What directly causes the polar bears to risk starvation
A. Melting sea ice. B. The loss of land.
C. Human activities. D. Their increasing population.
29. What can we learn from the new research
A. Polar bears are willing to stay on land longer.
B. Polar bears can store enough energy more easily.
C. Polar bears prefer to starve rather than search for food.
D. Polar bears are struggling to find alternative food sources.
30. What can be inferred from Pango’s words
A. Human actions are to blame.
B. Reducing ice loss is an urgency.
C. Relocating polar bears is more practical.
D. Animals relying on sea ice will be extinct.
31. Where can we probably read this text
A. In a science journal. B. In a travel website.
C. In a cooking blog. D. In a fashion magazine.
D
In an increasingly digital world, smartphones have become an essential part of teenage life. A recent Pew Research Center survey of 1,453 U.S. teens aged 13 to 17 and their parents illustrates the complex emotional relationship between teens and their devices.
The survey found that a majority of teens experience positive emotions when separated from their smartphones, with 74% reporting feeling happy and 72% feeling peaceful. However, a significant minority also reported negative feelings, with 44% feeling anxious, 40% feeling upset, and 39% feeling lonely without their phones.
Despite these mixed emotions, most teens believe that smartphones provide more benefits than harm for their age group. Seventy percent of teens said smartphones offer more advantages, while 30% believed the opposite. Younger girls aged 13 to 14 were more likely than older teen girls and boys to say the harms outweigh the benefits.
Teens also recognized the potential of smartphones to facilitate personal growth and academic success. Nearly 70% said smartphones make it easier to pursue hobbies and interest, and 45% believed they help young people perform better in school. However, opinions were divided on the impact of smartphones on social skills and friendships.
The survey also explored the challenges parents face in handling the digital landscape. Half of the parents reported looking though their teen’s phone, and about 40% said they regularly argue with their teen about phone use, Nearly half of the teens said their parents are at least sometimes distracted by their own phones when trying to have a conversation.
As concerns grow about the impact of social media on young people’s mental health, this survey highlights the nuanced (微妙的) relationship between teens and their smartphones. While the devices offer many benefits, they also present emotional and social challenges that both teens and parents must navigate in an increasingly connected world.
32. What is the second paragraph mainly about
A. The effect of the survey. B. The process of the survey.
C. The result of the survey. D. The purpose of the survey.
33. How can smartphones benefit teens from the passage
A. By increasing their interest in technology.
B. By improving their academic performance.
C. By motivating them to realize their dreams.
D. By enhancing their social skills and friendships.
34. What is the author’s attitude towards teens’ using smartphones
A. Supportive. B. Puzzled. C. Concerned. D. Pessimistic.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. The Emotional Impact of Smartphones on Teens
B. The Challenges of Smartphone Usage Among Teens
C. The Advantages and Disadvantages of a Digital World
D. The Complicated Relationship Between Teens and Parents
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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Successfully Adopt a Dog
Caring for a dog goes far beyond providing food, water and shelter. It takes research and careful planning to bring the right dog into your home, 36
Research and prepare
37 Consider factors such as size, energy level, grooming (梳毛) requirements, and so on. Assess your living situation to ensure it’s suitable for a pet. Prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for the commitment of dog ownership.
Visit local animal shelters and rescue organizations
Explore nearby animal shelters and rescue organizations to see the dogs available for adoption. 38 Then you may find one that you connect with and fits your preferences.
Prepare your home
Before bringing your new dog home, ensure your living space is safe and equipped to meet their needs. Purchase essential supplies such as food and water bowls, a comfortable bed, toys, leash, collar, and identification tags. Create a designated area for your dog to eat, sleep, and relax.
Introduce your new dog to its environment
Once you’ve adopted a dog, introduce it gradually to its new home environment. Start in a small area and gradually expand its access as it becomes more comfortable. 39 Give lots of praise, be patient, and make sure your dog feels safe in its new surroundings.
Schedule a veterinary check-up (兽医检查)
Soon after adoption, schedule a comprehensive veterinary examination for your new dog. 40 It will also ensure your dog is up-to-date on vaccinations and preventive care. Discuss a plan for ongoing healthcare if necessary.
A. Create a safe environment.
B. Spend time interacting with different dogs.
C. This visit will help identify any possible health issues.
D. Dogs benefit from several hours of exercise every day.
E. Establish a routine for feeding, exercise, and bathroom breaks.
F. Read on for tips to prepare yourself and your home for a new furry friend.
G. Before adopting a dog, conduct research to understand various breeds and their needs.
第三部分 语言知识运用（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。
In a migrant camp in Tijuana, Mexico, packed with hundreds of people, a three-year-old girl wandered alone toward the exit. She was steps from a busy road and a crowded market.
Estefania Rebellón seemed to be the only person who 41 her. The actor, producer and writer had just made the two-and-a-half-hour 42 from Los Angeles with a group of friends to drop off food, clothing and hygiene kits (卫生用品) to a 43 organization.
It was December 2018, a time when the United States Mexico border was seeing a 44 of migrants from Central American 45 violence and poverty. Rebellón could not believe what she saw: families lacking even the most 46 supplies. The children, sometimes shoeless and often dirty, 47 had no place to go.
Rebellón 48 to the child and took her hand. “Where are you going Where are your parents ” she asked.
49 , she and her friends found the girl’s panicked father, who had stepped away to 50 food distributed by others.
Back at home, Rebellón could think of nothing else. “We have to do 51 ,” she told her partner. Kyle Thomas Schmidt. A school, a safe place for the children to 52 and learn, seemed much-needed. So, Rebellón and Schmidt recruited (招募) volunteer 53 via social media, and using a thousand dollars from their savings, 54 a school at the Tijuana border. From then on, these 55 children could not only have enough supplies, but also have access to education.
41. A. knew B. missed C. heard D. noticed
42. A. drive B. hike C. jump D. run
43. A. research B. business C. relief D. health
44. A. team B. crowd C. series D. pair
45. A. hiding B. escaping C. defending D. ignoring
46. A. adequate B. useful C. basic D. proper
47. A. frequently B. eagerly C. precisely D. obviously
48. A. rushed B. skipped C. marched D. returned
49. A Particularly B. Repeatedly C. Subsequently D. Miserably
50. A sign up for B. line up for C. stand out for D. look out for
51. A everything B. anything C. nothing D. something
52. A. broadcast B. gather C. examine D. compete
53. A. teachers B. doctors C. students D. conductors
54. A. dominated B. attended C. advertised D. established
55. A. disadvantaged B. exhausted C. distinguished D. educated
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。
As a traditional and unique folk art craft of Beijing, Beijing silk figurine has 56 long history of more than a thousand years. Beijing silk figurine, “Jan Ren” in Chinese, is a kind of handmade doll made of silk, gauze (纱布) and so on.
Originating in the Tang Dynasty, figurines at that time 57 (make) of bamboo and covered with paper. Later in the Northern Song Dynasty, silk clothing and accessories were added, which 58 (basic) formed the first model of silk figurine.
In the Qing Dynasty, with the 59 (popular) of people’s worship of the God and Goddess of Longevity, silk figurines were made into such images and often used 60 gifts for elderly people to wish them a long and 61 (health) life. And high officials and the wealthy started to purchase silk figurines at high prices as art decorations in the home.
Most of characters of Beijing silk figurines come from Chinese folktales and traditional dramas, 62 are very familiar to the public. From its facial expression, clothing and postures, 63 is not difficult to tell that the silk figurine is all tinged with (带有) the Chinese flavor from head to toe. It takes twelve complicated steps 64 (complete) a final product, and it usually takes craftsmen up to two months to finish one silk figurine. The whole process includes sculpting, painting, 65 (design) clothing, making props (道具) and dressing hair, and each step requires extreme patience and skillful techniques.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
假定你是李华，你校将在本周六前往城市公园进行春季远足活动，外教Alex对此次远足活动很感兴趣，请你写一封信邀请他参加，内容包括：
1. 写信目的； 2. 活动内容； 3. 注意事项。
注意：1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Alex, Yours, Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
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。
When I was 12 years old, my grandparents passed away. I was really close to them, and losing them was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to go through. I couldn’t eat, sleep, or think; I felt like I couldn’t ever breathe. It was as if my whole world had fallen down from under me, and I fell into this huge hole of depression.
Although I was battling depression, I was determined to make my high school years the best of my life. It was difficult to be happy, but I had to try. I joined Women’s Choir (合唱团). Mr. Wright was the choral director and he was so funny that the first day, I just knew I had made the best decision of my life.
As the year progressed, I loved chorus more and more. I began to smile again and really enjoy life.
Then one day that all changed. My friends—or those that I thought were my friends—started talking about me behind my back. I was hurt, and I sat by myself. Mr. Wright came over and asked what was wrong. The look in his eyes told me I could trust him, Trying hard to hold back tears, I told him the whole story.
When I finished, he nodded and told me, “If you never learn anything from me, learn this: No one is worth stealing your joy.” What Mr. Wright said really struck a chord (心弦) in my heart. He truly cared about me and what was going on. He not only saved me but influenced every day of it.
I began to realize that my happiness didn’t depend on what others thought of me. I slowly let go of the hurt and pain, and with each passing day, I felt myself regaining the strength to smile again. The chorus became my sanctuary (避难所), a place where I could lose myself in the beauty of music and forget about the world’s troubles.
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。
Out of gratitude for all of these, I decided to write a letter to Mr. Wright. Years later, I follow in Mr. Wright’s footsteps, becoming a choir teacher myself.

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