高二英语上学期期末考试试题外研版

外研版高二（上）期末英语试卷第一部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分25.0分）第一节（共3小题；每小题2.5分，满分25.0分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．1．（7.5分）I grew up in a home with a mother who believes that vaccines （疫苗） cause brain damage，and do not contribute to the health and safety of a society． The only shot I received was for tetanus （破伤风） when I was two months old． After that， nothing．At the beginning of each school year， I was very nervous． Delayed term paper？ Mischievous （捣蛋的） behavior？ Late for school？ None of them． I'd be pulled out of class and brought to the headmaster's office． The school doctor would tell me I hadn't received any of the necessary shots to attend school． But the same thing occurred each time： my mom would free me from the shots and nothing would happen． After doing a lot of research， I found although people who don't vaccinate their children make up only a relatively small group， they can cause major consequences． People who， for health or age reasons，cannot receive vaccines are at a higher risk of catching a preventable disease．Eventually， I turned 18． In Ohio， where I live， I had to wait until I became a legal adult to make the decision to receive vaccine shots． A huge factor in taking the step to ensure my health was the message board website Reddit． Last November， I asked Reddit users for advice about what vaccines to ask for and how to go about getting them from a doctor． After my post received more than 1，000 comments， I made an appointment with my family physician． Despite how strongly my mother felt， I went through with it anyway．I did something every person should do． It wasn't special in any way． Vaccines protect the health andsafety of not only yourself but also other people． Vaccination is important because someone could die if you don't get vaccinated． This was the biggest reason I got vaccines despite the opposition．（1）Why was the author called to the headmaster's office at the beginning of each school year？A． He was late for school．B． He didn't behave himself at school．C． He couldn't hand in his term paper on time．D． He was hardly ever vaccinated．（2）How might the author's mother have felt about his appointment with the family physician？A． Annoyed．B． Grateful．C． Thrilled．D． Guilty．（3）What does the author mainly want to tell us through his story？A． Listening to your mother pays off．B． Doing the right thing matters．C． Keeping fit is the best policy．D． Asking for advice helps．2．（10分）When did you last buy something？Maybe you are looking forward to a shopping trip at the weekend， but will it make you happy？ In the short term， the answer might be yes． However， some people think it might not be good for our health and happiness in the long term．One of the busiest shopping days of the year in the USA is Black Friday （the fourth Friday of November），which has spread around the world． However， not everyone will be queuing for a bargain． In 1992，Buy Nothing Day started in Canada and now more than sixty countries take part． Their message is simple："Participate by not participating．" For twenty﹣four hours on the fourth Friday of November， people do not buy anything at all． Some people choose to spend time with friends and family instead． Others join protests． But what's the point？Every single purchase that you make has some kind of an effect on the planet． Making the products and transporting them to the shops use a lot of natural resources． When they are no longer in fashion， the products will end up in the dustbin． All this contributes to air and water pollution， the destruction of our environment and social inequality．The social influence of our spending habits is also serious． People in consumerist culture are more likely to suffer from financial problems and stress． In order to buy expensive products， people work long hours and therefore spend less time with family and friends．Critics of Buy Nothing Day say it's meaningless because people will just buy more the following day． But the organizers argue that Buy Nothing Day makes people think about the consequences of consumption and maybe make some changes to their life style．（1）Why is the question "When did you last buy something？" asked？A． To remind us of the approaching of Black Friday．B． To attach importance to our health and happiness．C． To introduce the topic of shopping too much．D． To encourage us to participate in Buy Nothing Day．（2）How can people participate in Buy Nothing Day？A． By not participating in any advertisement for Black Friday．B． By not buying anything on four Fridays of November．C． By spending time shopping with friends and family．D． By not going shopping on Black Friday．（3）What's NOT the point of Buy Nothing Day？A． Saving time spent on working．B． Saving the environment and our earth．C． Saving money for charity．D． Saving our relationship with friends and family．（4）What's the organizers' opinion on Buy Nothing Day？A． It can make a difference in some way．B． It won't have a lasting effect．C． It can help people choose goods more reasonably．D． It can cure people's shopping addiction．3．（7.5分）Of all the places stray （流浪的）cats can live in Beijing，perhaps none provides greater companionship than an underground facility known as the "Cat Shed"． A variety of cats are spread across the shed's 100 square meters． They jump and play on toy towers or rest on cotton blankets on iron﹣framed beds．Since the facility was established in 2012， some 150 cats have lived there． More than 100 volunteers attend to the strays． Many claim that they gain greater benefit from the interaction than the cats， because the animals offer not just companionship， but also a kind of healing．The "housekeeper" is Yin Yi， a doctoral candidate at the Central Iron and Steel Research Institute in Beijing． When the 29﹣year﹣old arrived in the capital in late 2015， he faced huge pressure from his studies and personal relationships， while the alien environment exacerbated his feeling of loneliness． After gaining a master's from a university in Inner Mongolia， Yin relocated to go for a doctorate in material sciences． Accustomed to having friends around， he was not used to a lonely life， especially working by himself and spending up to 10 hours in a lab most days． To improve his mood， he decided to contact animal bases， looking for opportunities to care for stray cats． When he heard that a stray cat basement near his campus was looking for volunteers， he contacted Wu Xinhua， who organizes activities at the Cat Shed， and was soon surrounded by furry friends． His favorite moment is when he dishes out food and a dozen strays gather round， with several rubbing against his feet． When he graduates， Yinplans to house three strays in his apartment．（1）What does the underlined word "exacerbated" in Paragraph 3 mean？A． WorsenedB． ImprovedC． ReplacedD． Touched（2）What can we learn about the Cat Shed？A． Yin Yi has rented the basement and provided facilities for the Cat Shed．B． The Cat Shed is a relaxing and warm place for volunteers．C． Wu Xinhua raises money to run the Cat Shed．D． The Cat Shed only allows volunteers to adopt cats there．（3）What is the best title for the text？A． Stray cats enjoy themselves at the Cat ShedB． Volunteers make stray cats live a better lifeC． "Stray" youngsters in Beijing need healingD． Furry friends promote stress﹣free lives第二节（共1小题；每小题10分，满分10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．4．（10分）Eyesight is the sense that you rely upon the most． Since we live in a world that requires your eyes to routinely stare at the small type and images on cell phones， computer screens， and televisions， it is important for you to improve and protect your eyesight．（1）．Eyes are just like any other part of the body．（2）．Similar to other organs， a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in sugar and fatty foods will go a long way in maintaining healthy eyes．（3）．Plan to exercise your eyes when you wake up， before going to bed， or when your eyes are tired． Make sure your hands are clean so that you do not hurt your eyes and your mind is relaxed before starting．Since you use your eyes every waking moment， give them lots of rest and relaxation by taking breaks throughout the day and getting enough sleep every night to fully rest，repair，and recover your vision．（4）． In the short term， it can cause eye strain （疲劳） or dry eyes． In the long term，it can lead to damage to the optic nerve （视觉神经）， which can cause pain and damage your vision． Besides， most jobs nowadays involve some degree of computer usage， meaning almost everyone willbe spending time in front of a computer．（5）．To avoid this， you'll have to properly try to limit your screen time by routinely taking breaks and exercising your eyes．A． They need nutrition to function well．B． Close your eyes when exercising your eyes．C． A lack of sleep will weaken your vision health．D． You can enjoy your vision for the rest of your life．E． Unfortunately， this can result in eye strain or injury．F． There are many ways to keep your eyesight healthy and sharp．G． Exercising your eyes daily will help you maintain healthy eyes．第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）第一节完形填空（共1小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后所给各题的四个选项（A，B，C和D）中，选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．5．（30分）Earlier this month，MnkenzeeMeaux and her husband﹣to﹣be，Bryan Ballard，booked a photo shoot to celebrate their recent engagement． And they decided to hold a（1）ceremony next month．The beautiful pictures they （2）on the Internet looked just as one would（3）：a good﹣looking young couple hugging in the forest．（4）， halfway through the photo shoot， the young bride﹣to﹣be surprisingly（5）the wig （假发）she was wearing and showed her （6）beauty ﹣ bald head and all．Like 6.8 million other people in the US， Meaux has alopecia， a condition that causes partial or （7）hair loss． She spent most of her life （8）her condition by wearing wigs，（9）this time she decided to take this courageous step to （10）millions of others to accept their own ﹣little hair or no hair．Meaux wasn't always that （11）． After she was diagnosed with alopecia at the age of eight，she （12） years of bullying （霸凌）． She was so painful that she （13）all hope of ever feeling beautiful again． Even after meeting her future husband， it took her over two months to tell him of her （14）．And Ballard did what anyone should do ﹣ he （15）the woman he loves for who she is and helped her to also accept herself and see herself as （16）for the first time in a long time．"He has helped me to be brave and realize that （17）is not what makes you charming and is not what makes people love you． It is truly all about what's on the （18），" says Meaux． "He hasshown me that the people who love you do not （19）whether or not you have hair and the ones who do are not worth your time or your love． So this is me， the （20）me．"（1）A． opening B． wedding C． closing D． appointment（2）A． found B． bought C． downloaded D． posted（3）A． expect B． wonder C． forecast D． forget（4）A． Unfortunately B． Eventually C． Unexpectedly D． Meanwhile（5）A． put on B． took off C． turned out D． picked up（6）A． formal B． classical C． vivid D． natural（7）A． slight B． sudden C． complete D． temporary（8）A． hiding B． avoiding C． accepting D． satisfying（9）A． since B． but C． and D． while（10）A． imitate B． honor C． remind D． inspire（11）A． confident B． honest C． proud D． unlucky（12）A． caused B． experienced C． confirmed D． resisted（13）A． looked for B． got across C． gave up D． lived in（14）A． background B． profession C． thought D． situation（15）A． accepted B． recognized C． refused D． admired（16）A． familiar B． beautiful C． excellent D． different（17）A． marriage B． photo C． illness D． hair（18）A． path B． back C． inside D． outside（19）A． care B． consider C． ignore D． check（20）A． lucky B． attractive C． true D． simple第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分15分）第二节（共1小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式．6．（15分）The Internet makes shopping at home convenient．However，for many，the attraction of shopping can turn into （1）addiction． Experts believe there is a danger that online shopping can develop into a mental illness．Researchers from the Hannover Medical School have termed the illness "Buying Shopping Disorder"（BSD）． The researchers say this condition should be recognized by the medical profession as an illnessand should not （2）（simple） be classed as one of （3）（vary） "impulse control" （冲动控制） disorders． Dr． Megan said： "It really is time to accumulate further knowledge about BSD on the Internet．"Last month， Dr． Megan and her team （4）（carry） out a research on earlier studies on shopping． Their research focused on 122 patients （5）sought treatment for BSD． Dr． Megan said five percent of people might suffer （6）BSD．Younger people are more likely （7）（develop） it． They also have greater levels of （8）（anxious） and depression． People with BSD exhibit negative behaviors． These include （9）（spend）large amounts of money on things they don't need， keeping and never using things they order， buying things for instant satisfaction， and ending up in debt． BSD can destroy （10）（they） marriages， relationships and mental health．第三部分：写作（共两节，满分15分）第一节应用文写作（满分15分）7．（15分）假定你是李华，得知你的家庭被选为留学生Max来你校留学时的寄宿家庭（host family）．请给Max写一封邮件，内容包括：1．表示欢迎；2．简介自己家庭情况及游玩安排；3．期待他的到来．注意：1．词数80左右；2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯．第二节概要写作（满分25分）8．（25分）阅读下面文章，基于该短文写出一篇60词左右的内容概要．Every country in the world has a flag． A flag is a piece of cloth with a picture or pattern on it． The flag is a symbol that stands for the country． It is a custom in many places for people to fly or hang a flag． The flag tells something about the country and its culture． This may be about its land， its history， or the things that the people do there．Many flags have patterns of stripes （条纹）． The flag of Italy has a green stripe， a white stripe and a red stripe．Each stripe tells something about Italy．The white stripe is symbol of Italy's snowy mountains． Some flags show pictures． The flag of Canada has a picture of a red maple （枫叶） leaf，which is a symbol of the maple trees in Canada． The Mexican flag has both a pattern of stripes and a picture． The picture shows an eagle eating a snake． This picture comes from a very old Mexican story．A flag may also tell about a country's past． The American flag is called the Stars and Stripes． It haspattern of fifty stars and thirteen stripes． The fifty stars are a symbol of the fifty states in the country and the thirteen stripes are a symbol of the country's first thirteen colonies （殖民地）．However， a flag may be a symbol of a group， a school or an event like the Olympics． The flag of the Olympics shows five rings of different colors that connect． Each ring is a symbol for a part of the world that joins in the Olympics． The Red Cross is a group that helps people who are in trouble． If a person sees the Red Cross flag，which has a red cross against a white background，he knows he can ask for help． People may fly a flag as a custom on a holiday． Children's Day in Japan is a holiday when the country wishes for children's happiness． It is a custom on this day to fly a flag with a picture of a fish．外研版高二（上）期末英语试卷参考答案与试题解析第一部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分25.0分）第一节（共3小题；每小题2.5分，满分25.0分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．1．（7.5分）I grew up in a home with a mother who believes that vaccines （疫苗） cause brain damage，and do not contribute to the health and safety of a society． The only shot I received was for tetanus （破伤风） when I was two months old． After that， nothing．At the beginning of each school year， I was very nervous． Delayed term paper？ Mischievous （捣蛋的） behavior？ Late for school？ None of them． I'd be pulled out of class and brought to the headmaster's office． The school doctor would tell me I hadn't received any of the necessary shots to attend school． But the same thing occurred each time： my mom would free me from the shots and nothing would happen． After doing a lot of research， I found although people who don't vaccinate their children make up only a relatively small group， they can cause major consequences． People who， for health or age reasons，cannot receive vaccines are at a higher risk of catching a preventable disease．Eventually， I turned 18． In Ohio， where I live， I had to wait until I became a legal adult to make the decision to receive vaccine shots． A huge factor in taking the step to ensure my health was the message board website Reddit． Last November， I asked Reddit users for advice about what vaccines to ask for and how to go about getting them from a doctor． After my post received more than 1，000 comments， I made an appointment with my family physician． Despite how strongly my mother felt， I went through with it anyway．I did something every person should do． It wasn't special in any way． Vaccines protect the health andsafety of not only yourself but also other people． Vaccination is important because someone could die if you don't get vaccinated． This was the biggest reason I got vaccines despite the opposition．（1）Why was the author called to the headmaster's office at the beginning of each school year？D A． He was late for school．B． He didn't behave himself at school．C． He couldn't hand in his term paper on time．D． He was hardly ever vaccinated．（2）How might the author's mother have felt about his appointment with the family physician？A A． Annoyed．B． Grateful．C． Thrilled．D． Guilty．（3）What does the author mainly want to tell us through his story？BA． Listening to your mother pays off．B． Doing the right thing matters．C． Keeping fit is the best policy．D． Asking for advice helps．【解答】1﹣3 DAB1．D．细节理解题．根据第二段" The school doctor would tell me I hadn't received any of the necessary shots to attend school． But the same thing occurred each time： my mom would free me from the shots and nothing would happen．校医会告诉我，我没有打过上学所必需的预防针．但每一次都发生了同样的事情：我妈妈会把我从注射中解救出来，但什么也不会发生．"．可知作者在每个学年开始时被叫到校长办公室因为他几乎从未接种过疫苗，故选D．2．A．细节理解题．根据第四段"I made an appointment with my family physician．Despite how strongly my mother felt， I went through with it anyway．我约了我的家庭医生．不管我母亲有多难过，我还是坚持了下来．"．可知作者的母亲对他与家庭医生的约会很生气．故选A．3．B．细节理解题．根据最后一段"Vaccination is important because someone could die if you don't get vaccinated．This was the biggest reason I got vaccines despite the oppositionVaccination is important because someone could die if you don't get vaccinated． This was the biggest reason I got vaccines despite the opposition"．可知作者主要想通过他的故事告诉我们做正确的事很重要．故选B．2．（10分）When did you last buy something？Maybe you are looking forward to a shopping trip at the weekend， but will it make you happy？ In the short term， the answer might be yes． However， some people think it might not be good for our health and happiness in the long term．One of the busiest shopping days of the year in the USA is Black Friday （the fourth Friday of November），which has spread around the world． However， not everyone will be queuing for a bargain． In 1992，Buy Nothing Day started in Canada and now more than sixty countries take part． Their message is simple："Participate by not participating．" For twenty﹣four hours on the fourth Friday of November， people do not buy anything at all． Some people choose to spend time with friends and family instead． Others join protests． But what's the point？Every single purchase that you make has some kind of an effect on the planet． Making the products and transporting them to the shops use a lot of natural resources． When they are no longer in fashion， theproducts will end up in the dustbin． All this contributes to air and water pollution， the destruction of our environment and social inequality．The social influence of our spending habits is also serious． People in consumerist culture are more likely to suffer from financial problems and stress． In order to buy expensive products， people work long hours and therefore spend less time with family and friends．Critics of Buy Nothing Day say it's meaningless because people will just buy more the following day． But the organizers argue that Buy Nothing Day makes people think about the consequences of consumption and maybe make some changes to their life style．（1）Why is the question "When did you last buy something？" asked？CA． To remind us of the approaching of Black Friday．B． To attach importance to our health and happiness．C． To introduce the topic of shopping too much．D． To encourage us to participate in Buy Nothing Day．（2）How can people participate in Buy Nothing Day？DA． By not participating in any advertisement for Black Friday．B． By not buying anything on four Fridays of November．C． By spending time shopping with friends and family．D． By not going shopping on Black Friday．（3）What's NOT the point of Buy Nothing Day？CA． Saving time spent on working．B． Saving the environment and our earth．C． Saving money for charity．D． Saving our relationship with friends and family．（4）What's the organizers' opinion on Buy Nothing Day？AA． It can make a difference in some way．B． It won't have a lasting effect．C． It can help people choose goods more reasonably．D． It can cure people's shopping addiction．【解答】1﹣4 CDCA1．C．细节理解题．根据第一段"When did you last buy something？ Maybe you are looking forward to a shopping trip at the weekend， but will it make you happy？你最近一次买东西是什么时候？也许你正期待着周末的购物之旅，但这会让你开心吗？"．可知要问"你最后一次买东西是什么时候？"是因为要介绍的购物话题太多．故选C．2．D．细节理解题．根据第二段"Their message is simple："Participate by not participating．" For twenty﹣four hours on the fourth Friday of November， people do not buy anything at all他们传达的信息很简单："通过不参与来参与．"在11月的第四个星期五的24小时里，人们什么也不买"．可知在黑色星期五不去购物就能参加不买东西日．故选D．3．C．细节理解题．根据第三段"Every single purchase that you make has some kind of an effect on the planet． Making the products and transporting them to the shops use a lot of natural resources．你的每一次购买都会对地球产生某种影响．生产这些产品并把它们运送到商店需要消耗大量的自然资源．"．可知为慈善事业存钱不是"不买东西日"的意义．故选C．4．A．推理判断题．根据最后一段" But the organizers argue that Buy Nothing Day makes people think about the consequences of consumption and maybe make some changes to their life style．但活动组织者认为，"不买东西日"会让人们思考消费的后果，并可能改变他们的生活方式．"．可知组织者认为"不买东西日"可以在某些方面产生影响．故选A．3．（7.5分）Of all the places stray （流浪的）cats can live in Beijing，perhaps none provides greater companionship than an underground facility known as the "Cat Shed"． A variety of cats are spread across the shed's 100 square meters． They jump and play on toy towers or rest on cotton blankets on iron﹣framed beds．Since the facility was established in 2012， some 150 cats have lived there． More than 100 volunteers attend to the strays． Many claim that they gain greater benefit from the interaction than the cats， because the animals offer not just companionship， but also a kind of healing．The "housekeeper" is Yin Yi， a doctoral candidate at the Central Iron and Steel Research Institute in Beijing． When the 29﹣year﹣old arrived in the capital in late 2015， he faced huge pressure from his studies and personal relationships， while the alien environment exacerbated his feeling of loneliness． After gaining a master's from a university in Inner Mongolia， Yin relocated to go for a doctorate in material sciences． Accustomed to having friends around， he was not used to a lonely life， especially working by himself and spending up to 10 hours in a lab most days． To improve his mood， he decided to contact animal bases， looking for opportunities to care for stray cats． When he heard that a stray cat basement near his campus was looking for volunteers， he contacted Wu Xinhua， who organizes activities at the Cat Shed， and was soon surrounded by furry friends． His favorite moment is when he dishes out food and a dozen strays gather round， with several rubbing against his feet． When he graduates， Yin plans to house three strays in his apartment．（1）What does the underlined word "exacerbated" in Paragraph 3 mean？AA． WorsenedB． ImprovedC． ReplacedD． Touched（2）What can we learn about the Cat Shed？BA． Yin Yi has rented the basement and provided facilities for the Cat Shed．B． The Cat Shed is a relaxing and warm place for volunteers．C． Wu Xinhua raises money to run the Cat Shed．D． The Cat Shed only allows volunteers to adopt cats there．（3）What is the best title for the text？DA． Stray cats enjoy themselves at the Cat ShedB． Volunteers make stray cats live a better lifeC． "Stray" youngsters in Beijing need healingD． Furry friends promote stress﹣free lives【解答】1．A．词义猜测题．根据文章第三段，When the 29﹣year﹣old arrived in the capital in late 2015， he faced huge pressure from his studies and personal relationships， while the alien environment exacerbated his feeling of loneliness．当这位29岁的年轻人2015年底抵达首都时，他面临着来自学习和人际关系的巨大压力，而陌生的环境加剧了他的孤独感．可知，划线单词意为：使．．严重，结合选项，故选A．2．B．推理判断题．根据文章第二段，More than 100 volunteers attend to the strays． Many claim that they gain greater benefit from the interaction than the cats， because the animals offer not just companionship，but also a kind of healing．超过100名志愿者照顾流浪猫，许多人声称他们与猫的互动，让他们获得了更大的利益，因为动物不仅提供陪伴，还提供一种精神陪伴、一种精神治疗．可知，猫舍对于志愿者来说是一个放松和温暖的地方．结合选项，故选B．3．D．标题归纳题．根据文章最后一段，To improve his mood， he decided to contact animal bases，looking for opportunities to care for stray cats． When he heard that a stray cat basement near his campus was looking for volunteers， he contacted Wu Xinhua， who organizes activities at the Cat Shed， and was soon surrounded by furry friends． His favorite moment is when he dishes out food and a dozen strays gather round， with several rubbing against his feet．为了改善心情，他决定联系动物基地，寻找照顾流浪猫的机会．当他听说学校附近的一个流浪猫地下室正在寻找志愿者时，他联系了在组织活动的吴新华，很快就被毛茸茸的朋友包围了．他最喜欢的时刻是洗碗吃饭，十几个流浪猫将他围住，并蹭着他的脚．可知，本文章主要讲述了流浪猫能够给人带来放松的心情和缓解压力，让人们快乐的生活．结合选项，故选D．第二节（共1小题；每小题10分，满分10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．4．（10分）Eyesight is the sense that you rely upon the most． Since we live in a world that requires your eyes to routinely stare at the small type and images on cell phones， computer screens， and televisions， it is important for you to improve and protect your eyesight．（1）F．Eyes are just like any other part of the body．（2）A．Similar to other organs， a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in sugar and fatty foods will go a long way in maintaining healthy eyes．（3）G．Plan to exercise your eyes when you wake up， before going to bed， or when your eyes are tired． Make sure your hands are clean so that you do not hurt your eyes and your mind is relaxed before starting．Since you use your eyes every waking moment， give them lots of rest and relaxation by taking breaks throughout the day and getting enough sleep every night to fully rest， repair， and recover your vision．（4）C． In the short term， it can cause eye strain （疲劳） or dry eyes． In the long term， it can lead to damage to the optic nerve （视觉神经）， which can cause pain and damage your vision．Besides， most jobs nowadays involve some degree of computer usage， meaning almost everyone will be spending time in front of a computer．（5）E．To avoid this， you'll have to properly try to limit your screen time by routinely taking breaks and exercising your eyes．A． They need nutrition to function well．B． Close your eyes when exercising your eyes．C． A lack of sleep will weaken your vision health．D． You can enjoy your vision for the rest of your life．E． Unfortunately， this can result in eye strain or injury．F． There are many ways to keep your eyesight healthy and sharp．G． Exercising your eyes daily will help you maintain healthy eyes．【解答】1﹣5 FAGCE1．F．细节理解题．根据前文"Since we live in a world that requires your eyes to routinely stare at the small type and images on cell phones， computer screens， and televisions， it is important for you to improve and protect your eyesight．因为我们生活在一个需要你的眼睛经常盯着手机、电脑屏幕和电。

2024年外研版英语高二上学期期末复习试题及解答参考一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、What is the main topic of the conversation?A. The importance of exercise for healthB. The benefits of a healthy dietC. The impact of stress on the bodyD. The importance of sleep for studentsAnswer: AExplanation: The conversation focuses on the importance of exercise for maintaining good health, emphasizing the physical and mental benefits of regular physical activity.2、 How does the speaker recommend managing stress?A. By avoiding all responsibilitiesB. Through regular exercise and relaxation techniquesC. By staying up late to finish all assignmentsD. By neglecting social activitiesAnswer: BExplanation: The speaker suggests that managing stress can be achieved byincorporating regular exercise into one’s routine and learning relaxation techniques, which can help alleviate stress levels.3、 BB. 5:10解析：The question asks about the time when the phone call ends. The dialogue mentions “After ten more minutes” which means it ends at “5:10”. Therefore, the correct answer is B.4、 AA. To thank the man解析：The question asks the purpose of the woman’s call. In the dialogue, the woman says “I just wanted to say thanks for helping me last night” which indicates her intention is to thank the man. Therefore, the correct answer isA.5.W: How many hours do you think you will need to study for the exam this weekend?M: Well, I haven’t counted yet, but I’ll estimate it will take about 20 to 25 hours.Q: How many hours does the man estimate he will need to study for the exam this weekend?A. 20 hoursB. 25 hoursC. 20 to 25 hoursAnswer: CExplanation: The listener will hear the man’s estimate which is “20 to 25 hours”, so the correct answer is option C.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、What is the man’s main concern about the new apartment?A)The locationB)The sizeC)The costD)The neighborsAnswer: C) The costExplanation:In the conversation, the man expresses his worry about the high rent of the new apartment they are considering moving into. He mentions that it is significantly more expensive than their current place, which makes him concerned about how they will manage the finances. This indicates that the cost is his primary concern, making option C the correct answer.2、Why does the woman suggest getting a roommate?A)To share household choresB)To reduce the rentC)To have companyD)To improve securityAnswer: B) To reduce the rentExplanation:When discussing the financial burden of the new apartment, thewoman brings up the idea of finding a roommate. She specifically states that having someone else to split the rent with would make the move much more affordable for them. Therefore, the reason she suggests getting a roommate is to reduce the rent, and the correct answer is B.3.You hear a conversation between two students discussing their summer plans.A. Student 1: I’m planning to go to the beach for a week.B. Student 2: That sounds great! I’m going to the mountains to hike and relax.Question: What is the student’s plan for the summer?A. To go to the beach.B. To go hiking in the mountains.Answer: B. To go hiking in the mountains.Explanation: The second student explicitly mentions going to the mountains to hike and relax, indicating their plan for the summer.4.You hear a teacher explaining a new project to the class.A. Teacher: For our next project, you will need to research a historical event and present it to the class.B. Student: What kind of historical event should we choose?Question: What does the teacher instruct the students to do for their next project?A. To research and present a historical event.B. To choose a historical event for the project.Answer: A. To research and present a historical event.Explanation: The teacher clearly states that the students need to research a historical event and present it to the class, making option A the correct answer. Option B is not the direct instruction given by the teacher.5.You hear a conversation between two students, John and Liu Yang, discussing their summer vacation plans.A)John is going to China to learn about its history.B)Liu Yang is planning to travel to the United States.C)They both plan to attend a language camp during the summer.D)John has already made his travel arrangements while Liu Yang is still unsure.Answer: C) They both plan to attend a language camp during the summer. Explanation: The key to this question lies in the phrase “They are both going to a language camp during the summer,” which indicates that both John and Liu Yang have similar vacation plans. The other options mention specific destinations that are not mentioned in the conversation.6.You listen to a news report on a local radio station about a new environmental initiative being launched in the city.A)The new initiative aims to reduce air pollution by planting more trees.B)The initiative focuses on teaching children about recycling and composting.C)The program will provide free garbage bags to encourage residents to separate theirwaste better.D)The city council is offering financial rewards to citizens who participate in theinitiative.Answer: B) The initiative focuses on teaching children about recycling and composting. Explanation: The news report includes a statement that the initiative is designed to educate the young generation about environmental sustainability, which directly correlates to optionB. The other options are not mentioned in the report and are therefore incorrect.7、What does the woman suggest the man do?A) Go to the library.B) Visit the museum.C) Take a walk in the park.D) Watch a movie at home.Answer: CExplanation: The woman suggests that the man should take a walk in the park because it’s a nice day outside. She believes it would be good for him to get some fresh air and enjoy the weather.8、Why can’t the man go to the party tonight?A) He has to study for an exam.B) He is not feeling well.C) He has to work late.D) He has another commitment.Answer: AExplanation: The man explains that he cannot attend the party tonight because he needs to prepare for an important exam that is coming up soon. Studying is his top priority at the moment.9.W: Have you heard about the new movie that just came out? It’s supposed to be a big hit.M: Yeah, I’ve heard it’s based on a true story. Do you know how it ended?Q: What does the man want to know about the movie?A: How it ended.B: What it is about.C: How it was made.D: When it came out.Answer: AExplanation: The man asks, “Do you know how it ended?” which means he wants to know how the movie ends.10.W: Are you planning to go to the concert this weekend?M: I was thinking about it, but I’m not sure if I can afford the tickets.Q: What can we infer about the man?A: He is sure he will go to the concert.B: He will not go to the concert because he cannot afford the tickets.C: He is not sure if he will go to the concert.D: He will go to the concert with his friends.Answer: CExplanation: The man says, “I was thinking about it, but I’m not sure if I can afford the tickets,” indicating that he is uncertain about going to the concert.11、How many floors are there in the building?A) 17 B) 20 C) 23Answer: B) 20解析：听力材料提到，这栋楼共有20层。

外研版高二英语上期期末测试题（含答案）本试卷共四部分。

满分150分。

考试时间120分钟。

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．How did the man feel about the field trip?A. Interested.B. Surprised.C. Satisfied.2．What colour of suit did the man wear yesterday?A. Brown.B. Green.C. Grey.3．What will the speakers buy next?A. A jacket.B. A watch.C. A handbag.4．How many pets does the woman have in all?A. Two.B. Three.C. Five.5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. Losing weight.B. Playing games.C. Keeping healthy.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。

听完每段对话或独白前，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秒钟的做答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6．Why is the woman unwilling to live in India?A. She doesn’t want to be far away from home.B. She thinks India is not beautiful.C. She worries about the language.7．What will the man miss if he moves to a foreign country?A. His family.B. His pet.C. His friends.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

外研版高二（上）期末英语试卷-2第二部分：阅读理解（共18小题，每小题 1.5分，共27分）（6分）Kincaid looked at his watch：eight﹣seventeen．The truck started on the second try，and he backed 20．out，shifted gears，and moved slowly down the alley under hazy sun．Through the streets of Bellingham he went，heading south on Washington11，running along the coast of Puget Sound for a few miles，then following the highway as it swung east a little before meeting U．S Route20．Turning into the sun，he began the long，winding drive through the Cascades．He liked this country and felt impressed，stopping now and then to make notes about interesting possibilities for future expeditions or to shoot what he called"memory snapshots．"The purpose of these causal photographs was to remind him of places he might want to visit again and approach more seriously．In later afternoon he turned north at Spokane，picking up U．S Route2，which would take him halfway across the northern United States to Duluth，Minnesota．He wished for the thousandth time in his life that he had a dog，a golden retriever，maybe，for travels like this and to keep him company at home．But he was frequently away；overseas much of the time and it wouldnot be fair to the animal．Still，he thought about it anyway．In a few years he would be getting too old for the hard fieldwork．"I must get a dog then．"He said to himself．Drives like this always put him into a sentimental mood．The dog was part of it．Robert Kincaid was alone asit's possible to be﹣an only child，parents both dead，distant relatives who had lost track of him and he of them，no close friends．He thought about Marian．She had left him nine years ago after five years of marriage．He was fifty﹣two now，that would make her just under forty．Marian had dreams of becoming a musician，a folksinger．She knewall of the Weavers'songs and sang them pretty well in the coffeehouse of Seattle．When he was home in the old days，he drove her to the shows and sat in the audience while she sang．His long absences﹣two or three months sometimes﹣were hard on the marriage．He knew that．She was aware of what he did when they decided to get married，and both of them had a vague（not clear）sense thatit could all be handled somehow．It couldn't when he came from photographing a story in Iceland and，she was gone．The note read，"Robert，it didn't work out，I left you the Harmony guitar．Stay in touch．"He didn't stay in touch．Neither did she．He signed the divorce papers when they arrived a year later and caught a plane for Australia the next day．She had asked for nothing except her freedom．（1）Which statement is true according to the passage？A．Kincaid's parents were dead and he only kept in touch with some distantrelatives．B．Kincaid would have had a dog if he hadn't been away from home toomuch．C．Kincaid used to have a golden retriever．D．Kincaid needed a dog in doing his hard fieldwork．（2）Why did Kincaid stop to take photos while driving？A.To write"memory snapshots"．B.To remind himself of places he might want to visit again．C.To avoid forgetting the way back．D.To shoot beautiful scenery along the road．（3）What can you know about Marian？A.She died after five years of marriage．B.She was older than Kincaid．C.She could sing very well and earned big money．D.She was not a professional pop singer．（4）We can draw a conclusion from the passage thatA．Marian knew what would happen before she married Kincaid．B．Kincaidthought his absence would be a problem when he married Marian．C．It turnedout that Marian could not stand Kincaid's absence and left him．D．After Marian left him，they still kept in touch with each other．21．（7.5分）We all，at one time or another，have pretended to be a rock star，singing and dancing along to our favorite song．Most of us have done this in the privacy of our own room when we were kids and as adults，in the privacy of our homes．Me？I love to do that when I drive!I turn on the radio，find a song that I can sing along too and pretty soon my arms are in the air and I am moving along to the rhythm．Most of the time，I do this on my way to work．Yes，that is true．I will be in my nice work clothes，jamming while driving or stopping at a traffic light．I get weird looks from some people and others laugh．Personally，I love to get lost in the rhythm of a song which leads me to share with you the importance of being silly!The definition for the word silly，according to the dictionary is：stupid，foolish and nonsensical．I know many people do not want to look foolish．So they walk around all serious，which in all honesty，is foolish!No one is perfect，I repeat：no one is perfect．I don't care how educated，how thin，how beautiful，how simple，how frugal（节俭的），how rich，and so on…No one is perfect!So why pretend to be something you are not？Life is so short…You never know when this beautiful journey will be over，so why waste a single second on being so full of rigidity（呆板）？Here is a quote by Souza，that I think says it all and is a great recipe for life："Dance as though no one is watching youLove as though you have never been hurt before Sing as though no one can hearyou．Live as though heaven is on earth"When we were kids，we had no idea of what limitations were and we had no care in the world so we could do things without worrying about how we appeared to others．However，as we grew up，we lost that childlike innocence．So don't lose the child that still lives within you．The next time you feel down，go turn on your favorite song，and sing and dance along like there is no tomorrow．Or watch something that makes you laugh．Laughter is the best medicine to whatever ails（使…痛苦）you and nothing is better than laughing so hard that your tummy（肚子）hurts．Trust me，you will feel a whole lot better，and who doesn't want to feel good？（1）According to the passage，what does the writer usually do？A.He pretends to be a rock star．B.He dances in his own home．C.He sings songs while going to work．D.He gets jammed on his way to work．（2）What do other people think of the writer？A.They think that the writer is strange．B.They look down upon the writer．C.They believe that the writer is lonely．D.No one is interested in the writer．（3）What is the writer's opinion about the people who look very serious？A.They are honest．B.They are silly．C.They are perfect．D.They are educated．（4）The writer quotes Souza to show that．A.life is a beautiful journeyB.life is full of rigidityC.life is like a great recipeD.life is to be treasured（5）The underlined part"the child"in the last paragraph probably refers to．A.the writerB.any childC.the feeling of being a childD.the time of being a child22．（7.5分）Imagine your body is like the house you live in．Every day，your family creates rubbish．Therubbish builds up until it is put out for the weekly garbage collection．Now，say you put three bags of garbage out，but because one of the collectors was away sick，only two bags are collected．You take the leftover bag inside to be put out again next week．The following week you put out another three bags，plus the leftover bag from last week．But again，only two bags are collected．Imagine this cycle is repeated over the following weeks．This is a simple description of what happens to your body when your kidneys（肾）don't work efficiently．Your body is not thoroughly emptied of waste products．Other areas of the body such as blood pressure and red blood cell production are affected and the insidious process that may lead to kidney failure begins．It's not uncommon for people to lose up to90percent of their kidney function before developing any symptoms ．There may be no warning signs．This makes early detection（诊察）difficult．（症状）Kidney's main job is to remove toxins（毒素）and unwanted water from our blood．Every day our kidneys clean an average of200litres of blood．Kidney failure may be a gradual and silent process，going unnoticed because there is no apparent pain．Research shows that more than25percent of patients found to require dialysis（透析）do not see a kidney specialist until less than90days before dialysis starts．Some risk factors for kidney disease such as age and genetic make﹣up are out of our control；however，some changes in lifestyle may help prevent kidney damage．Two major risk factors for kidney disease，diabetes and high blood pressure，have been on the rise over the last few decades．Both conditions are chiefly affected by being overweight and not getting enough exercise，which are the potential factors for the disease．（1）The author gives the example of the house we live in to indicate that．A.it's safe and harmless for our body to keep some wasteB.it doesn't matter much if the waste in our body is not emptied in timeC.it's important for our body to empty the waste in time every dayD.our body will not produce any waste if our kidneys work efficiently（2）The underlined word"insidious"（in Paragraph3）means．A.gradual and unnoticedB.apparent and fastC.smooth and safeD.painful and long（3）We can infer that when we find some symptoms related to our kidneys，．A.the kidney failure beginsB.the kidneys may have been seriously damagedC.we have lost about10percent of kidney functionD.the kidneys can still work properly（4）How many risk factors of kidney disease are mentioned in the passage？A.Three．B.Four．C.Five．D.Six．（5）Which of the following helps prevent kidney damage？A.Go to see a kidney specialist shortly before dialysis starts．B.Go to see a kidney specialist whenever you find any warning sign．C.Try to keep low blood pressure and a stable lifestyle．D.Take enough exercise and make early detection of kidneydisease．23．（6分）The Diet Zone：A Dangerous PlaceDiet Coke，diet Pepsi，diet pills，no﹣fat diet，vegetable diet…We are surrounded by the word"diet" everywhere we look and listen．We have so easily been attracted by the promise and potential（潜力）of diet products that we have stopped thinking about what diet products are doing to us．We are paying for products that harm us psychologically and physically．Diet products significantly weaken us psychologically．On one level，we are not allowing our brain to admit that our weight problems lie not in actually losing the weight，but in controlling the consumption of fatty，high﹣calorie，unhealthy foods．Diet products allow us to jump over the thinking stage and go straight for the scale（秤）instead．All we have to do is to swallow or recognize the word "diet"in food labels．On another level，diet products have greater psychological effects．Every time we have a zero﹣calorie drink，we are telling ourselves without our awareness that we don't have to work to get results．Diet products make people believe that gain comes without pain，and that life can be without resistance and struggle．The danger of diet products lies not only in the psychological effects they have on us，but also in the physical harm that they cause．Diet foods can indirectly harm our bodies because consuming them instead of healthy foods means we are preventing our bodies from having basic nutrients（营养成分）．Diet foods and diet pills contain zero calorie only because the diet industry has created chemicals to produce these wonder products．Diet products may not be nutritional，and the chemical that go into diet products are potentiallydangerous．Now that we are aware of the effects that diet products have on us，it is time to seriously think about buying them．Losing weight lies in the power of minds，not in the power of chemicals．Once we realize this，we will be much better able to resist diet products，and therefore prevent the psychological harm that comes from using them．（1）From Paragraph1，we learn that．A.diet products fail to bring out people's potentialB.people have difficulty in choosing diet productsC.diet products are misleading peopleD.people are fed up with diet products．In Paragraph3，"gain comes without pain"probably means．（2）A.losing weight is effortlessB.it costs a lot to lose weightC.diet products bring no painD.diet products are free from calories（3）Diet products indirectly harm people physically because such products．A.are over﹣consumedck basic nutrientsC.are short of chemicalsD.provide too much energy（4）Which of the following shows the structure of the passage？第一部分：单词填空（共6小题，每小题1分，共6分）24．（1分）The Internet has already changed our lives so p that we can't live a day without going online．25．（1分）The vast forests of West Africa（缩小）all these years due to the deforestation of local people．Thus the government must come up with an idea to stop it．26．（1分）The map shows the（分布）of this species across the world．27．（1分）Are you upset about how to remove the most s spots？Try our washing powder!28．（1分）He often talks in circles，frequently（矛盾）himself，which often ends up losing others' trust．29．（1分）A nearby volcano erupted v，sending out a hail of rocks and boiling mud．第二部分：短语填空（共7小题，每小题1分，共7分）30．（7分）all of a sudden，draw upon，to one's relief，in honor of，bring…to mind，lift the spirits of，catch a glimpse of，in addition，show off（1）Street music usually the passengers，who hurriedly passed on their way to work．（2）his imagination，the writer added flesh to the bones of his latest novel．（3）Their son returned home，safe and sound，much．（4）I can't the exact date when we last met，but I think it was about the end of May．（5）When we were in the middle of the lake，a strong wind came．（6）A ceremony was held the soldiers who had devoted their lives to our country．（7）When a story presented itself and I what I had，I captured it in a swift，skeletal draft．第三部分：书面表达（共15分）31．（15分）假设你是李华，你收到英国笔友Tom发来的一封邮件，得知他最近转入了一所新学校，在新学校里他没有朋友感到很孤单．请你给他回复邮件，内容包括：1.帮他分析原因；2.给他提出建议（至少两条）；3.美好祝愿．注意：1．词数不少于100；2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3．格式正确Dear Tom，外研版高二（上）期末英语试卷-2参考答案与试题解析第二部分：阅读理解（共18小题，每小题 1.5分，共27分）20．（6分）Kincaid looked at his watch：eight﹣seventeen．The truck started on the second try，and he backed out，shifted gears，and moved slowly down the alley under hazy sun．Through the streets of Bellingham he went，heading south on Washington11，running along the coast of Puget Sound for a few miles，then following the highway as it swung east a little before meeting U．S Route20．Turning into the sun，he began the long，winding drive through the Cascades．He liked this country and felt impressed，stopping now and then to make notes about interesting possibilities for future expeditions or to shoot what he called"memory snapshots．"The purpose of these causal photographs was to remind him of places he might want to visit again and approach more seriously．In later afternoon he turned north at Spokane，picking up U．S Route2，which would take him halfway across the northern United States to Duluth，Minnesota．He wished for the thousandth time in his life that he had a dog，a golden retriever，maybe，for travels like this and to keep him company at home．But he was frequently away；overseas much of the time and itwould not be fair to the animal．Still，he thought about it anyway．In a few years he would be getting too old for the hard fieldwork．"I must get a dog then．"He said to himself．Drives like this always put him into a sentimental mood．The dog was part of it．Robert Kincaid was alone as it's possible to be﹣an only child，parents both dead，distant relatives who had lost track of him and he of them，no close friends．He thought about Marian．She had left him nine years ago after five years of marriage．He was fifty﹣two now，that would make her just under forty．Marian had dreams of becoming a musician，a folksinger．She knew all of the Weavers'songs and sang them pretty well in the coffeehouse of Seattle．When he was home in the old days，he drove her to the shows and sat in the audience while she sang．His long absences﹣two or three months sometimes﹣were hard on the marriage．He knew that．She was aware of what he did when they decided to get married，and both of them had a vague（not clear）sense that it could all be handled somehow．It couldn't when he came from photographing a story in Iceland and，she was gone．The note read，"Robert，it didn't work out，I left you the Harmony guitar．Stay in touch．" He didn't stay in touch．Neither did she．He signed the divorce papers when they arrived a year later and caught a plane for Australia the next day．She had asked for nothing except her freedom．（1）Which statement is true according to the passage？BA．Kincaid's parents were dead and he only kept in touch with some distantrelatives．B．Kincaid would have had a dog if he hadn't been away from home too much．C．Kincaid used to have a golden retriever．D．Kincaid needed a dog in doing his hard fieldwork．（2）Why did Kincaid stop to take photos while driving？BA.To write"memory snapshots"．B.To remind himself of places he might want to visit again．C.To avoid forgetting the way back．D.To shoot beautiful scenery along the road．（3）What can you know about Marian？DA.She died after five years of marriage．B.She was older than Kincaid．C.She could sing very well and earned big money．D.She was not a professional pop singer．（4）We can draw a conclusion from the passage that CA．Marian knew what would happen before she married Kincaid．B．Kincaidthought his absence would be a problem when he married Marian．C．It turnedout that Marian could not stand Kincaid's absence and left him．D．After Marian left him，they still kept in touch with each other．【解答】1．B．内容理解题．定位至第三段第二行"he wished..that he had a do..bout he was frequently away 可知如果他不太经常离开家他会养只狗．故选B．2．B．细节理解题．由take photos定位至第二段中第四行"The purpose of these casual photographs was to remind him of places hemight want to visit again and approach more seriously"．停下来拍照是为了提醒他自己他想再来观光的地方．故选B．3．D．细节理解题．本题问从文中我们可得知Marian什么信息．结合第五段Marain had dreams of becoming a musician，a folksinger．She knew all of the Weavers'songs and sang them pretty well in the cofeehouse of Seattle．"Marain梦想成为名音乐家，一名乡村歌手．她会所有Weavers的歌曲，而且她经常在西雅图的咖啡屋里唱那些歌，唱得非常好．可知她不是专业的流行歌手．故选D．4．C．内容理解题．本题问根据本文我们可以得出什么结论．结合第六段his long absences were hard on the marriage长期不在家使婚姻困难．可知B选项错误（B选项是指在结婚时发现）结合本段最后一句"she was gone．The note read，Robert，it didn't wor.."Marain在决定结婚前清楚知道Kincaid做什么，他们都要不清晰的感觉，那些在一定程度上是可以解决的．可是Marain离开了，那些是不起作用的．由此得知Marain受不了Kincaid长期不在她身边而离开他．可知C选项正确．21．（7.5分）We all，at one time or another，have pretended to be a rock star，singing and dancing along to our favorite song．Most of us have done this in the privacy of our own room when we were kids and as adults，in the privacy of our homes．Me？I love to do that when I drive!I turn on the radio，find a song that I can singalong too and pretty soon my arms are in the air and I am moving along to the rhythm．Most of the time，I do this on my way to work．Yes，that is true．I will be in my nice work clothes，jamming while driving or stopping at a traffic light．I get weird looks from some people and others laugh．Personally，I love to get lost in the rhythm of a song which leads me to share with you the importance of being silly!The definition for the word silly，according to the dictionary is：stupid，foolish and nonsensical．I know many people do not want to look foolish．So they walk around all serious，which in all honesty，is foolish!No one is perfect，I repeat：no one is perfect．I don't care how educated，how thin，how beautiful，how simple，how frugal（节俭的），how rich，and so on…No one is perfect!So why pretend to be something you are not？Life is so short…You never know when this beautiful journey will be over，so why waste a single second on being so full of rigidity（呆板）？Here is a quote by Souza，that I think says it all and is a great recipe for life："Dance as though no one is watching youLove as though you have never been hurt before Sing as though no one can hearyou．Live as though heaven is on earth"When we were kids，we had no idea of what limitations were and we had no care in the world so we could do things without worrying about how we appeared to others．However，as we grew up，we lost that childlike innocence．So don't lose the child that still lives within you．The next time you feel down，go turn on your favorite song，and sing and dance along like there is no tomorrow．Or watch something that makes you laugh．Laughter is the best medicine to whatever ails（使…痛苦）you and nothing is better than laughing so hard that your tummy（肚子）hurts．Trust me，you will feel a whole lot better，and who doesn't want to feel good？（1）According to the passage，what does the writer usually do？CA.He pretends to be a rock star．B.He dances in his own home．C.He sings songs while going to work．D.He gets jammed on his way to work．（2）What do other people think of the writer？AA.They think that the writer is strange．B.They look down upon the writer．C.They believe that the writer is lonely．D.No one is interested in the writer．（3）What is the writer's opinion about the people who look very serious？BA.They are honest．B.They are silly．C.They are perfect．D.They are educated．（4）The writer quotes Souza to show that D．A.life is a beautiful journeyB.life is full of rigidityC.life is like a great recipeD.life is to be treasured（5）The underlined part"the child"in the last paragraph probably refers to C．A.the writerB.any childC.the feeling of being a childD.the time of being a child【解答】CABDC1．C．细节理解题．根据第一段Me？I love to do that when I drive!I turn on the radio，find a song that I can sing along too and pretty soon my arms are in the air and I am moving along to the rhythm．Most of the time，I do this on my way to work．可知作者上班时喜欢唱歌．故选C．2．A．理解判断题．根据第二段I get weird looks from some people and others laugh．可知有些人会用奇怪的眼神看着我，其他人则会笑我．由此可知，别人认为作者很奇怪．故选A．3．B．细节理解题．根据第三段So they walk around all serious，which in all honesty，is foolish!可知作者认为正襟危坐，不苟言笑是愚蠢的行为，所以判断B选项正确．故选B．4．D．推理判断题．根据第五段Life is so short．…..so why waste a single second on being so full of rigidity 可知作者认为要珍惜生命，而引用Souza的话也恰好表明了和作者同样的人生态度，由此推断作者引用这段话的目的是为了说明生活是值得珍惜的，所以D选项正确．故选D．5．C．词义辨析题．作者通过讲述自己率性的行为，来说明保持纯真的重要性．由此可知，"the child"指"孩童时的感觉"．故选C．22．（7.5分）Imagine your body is like the house you live in．Every day，your family creates rubbish．The rubbish builds up until it is put out for the weekly garbage collection．Now，say you put three bags of garbage out，but because one of the collectors was away sick，only two bags are collected．You take the leftover bag inside to be put out again next week．The following week you put out another three bags，plus the leftover bag from last week．But again，only two bags are collected．Imagine this cycle is repeated over the following weeks．This is a simple description of what happens to your body when your kidneys（肾）don't workefficiently．Your body is not thoroughly emptied of waste products．Other areas of the body such as blood pressure and red blood cell production are affected and the insidious process that may lead to kidney failure begins．It's not uncommon for people to lose up to90percent of their kidney function before developing any symptoms （症状）．There may be no warning signs．This makes early detection（诊察）difficult．Kidney's main job is to remove toxins（毒素）and unwanted water from our blood．Every day our kidneys clean an average of200litres of blood．Kidney failure may be a gradual and silent process，going unnoticed because there is no apparent pain．Research shows that more than25percent of patients found to require dialysis（透析）do not see a kidney specialist until less than90days before dialysis starts．Some risk factors for kidney disease such as age and genetic make﹣up are out of our control；however，some changes in lifestyle may help prevent kidney damage．Two major risk factors for kidney disease，diabetes and high blood pressure，have been on the rise over the last few decades．Both conditions are chiefly affected by being overweight and not getting enough exercise，which are the potential factors for the disease．（1）The author gives the example of the house we live in to indicate that C．A.it's safe and harmless for our body to keep some wasteB.it doesn't matter much if the waste in our body is not emptied in timeC.it's important for our body to empty the waste in time every dayD.our body will not produce any waste if our kidneys work efficiently（2）The underlined word"insidious"（in Paragraph3）means A．A.gradual and unnoticedB.apparent and fastC.smooth and safeD.painful and long（3）We can infer that when we find some symptoms related to our kidneys，B．A.the kidney failure beginsB.the kidneys may have been seriously damagedC.we have lost about10percent of kidney functionD.the kidneys can still work properly（4）How many risk factors of kidney disease are mentioned in the passage？DA.Three．B.Four．C.Five．D.Six．（5）Which of the following helps prevent kidney damage？DA.Go to see a kidney specialist shortly before dialysis starts．B.Go to see a kidney specialist whenever you find any warning sign．C.Try to keep low blood pressure and a stable lifestyle．D.Take enough exercise and make early detection of kidney disease．【解答】1．C．推理判断题．根据文章第二段Now，say you put three bags of garbage out，but because one of the collectors was away sick，only two bags are collected．You take the leftover bag inside to be put out again next week．The following week you put on another three bags，plus the leftover bag from last week．But again，only two bags are collected．Imagine this cycle is repeated over the following weeks．可知现在，假设你扔掉了三袋垃圾，但因为其中一名收垃圾的人生病了，所以只收了两袋．你把剩下的一袋拿进去，下星期再拿出来．接下来的一周你又拿出了3袋垃圾，加上上周剩下的一袋．但是，还是只收集了两袋垃圾．想象这个循环在接下来的几周重复．由此推知，如果我们不及时清理体内的毒素，我们的身体会出很大的问题．故C项正确．2．A．推理判断题．根据本句Other areas of the body such as blood pressure and red blood cell production are affected and the insidious process that may lead to kidney failure begins可知这种破坏的过程是渐进的，慢慢的，会导致肾脏功能的衰竭．由此可知，该词是逐渐的，慢慢地．结合选项，A．gradual and unnoticed 渐进而不被注意的；B．apparent and fast明显和快速；C．smooth and safe顺利和安全；D．painful and long痛苦和漫长．故A项正确．3．B．推理判断题．根据文章第四段It's not uncommon for people to lose up to90%of their kidney function before developing any symptoms．There may be no warning signs．This makes early detection（诊查）difficult．可知在出现任何症状之前，人们通常会丧失90%的肾功能．但可能没有任何警告信号，这使得早期诊查困难．由此可知，百分之90的症状是看不出来的，也就是如果我们已经发现了，那么问题可能已经很严重了．故B项正确．4．D．细节理解题．根据文章最后一段as age and genetic make﹣up are out of our control因为年龄和基因构成是我们无法控制的；和overweight and not getting enough exercises，超重和缺乏足够的锻炼以及diabetes （糖尿病）and high blood pressu糖尿病和高血压．可知文章中一共提及了6个因素．故D项正确．5．D．推理判断题．根据文章第四段It's not uncommon for people to lose up to90%of their kidney function before developing any symptoms．There may be no warning signs．This makes early detection（诊查）difficult．可知在出现任何症状之前，人们通常会丧失90%的肾功能．但可能没有任何警告信号，这使得早期诊查困难．由此可知，肾脏在早期很难观察到，那么我们要尽早检查，经常检查．同时加强锻炼也是一个很重要的方法．故D项正确．23．（6分）The Diet Zone：A Dangerous PlaceDiet Coke，diet Pepsi，diet pills，no﹣fat diet，vegetable diet…We are surrounded by the word"diet" everywhere we look and listen．We have so easily been attracted by the promise and potential（潜力）of diet products that we have stopped thinking about what diet products are doing to us．We are paying for products that harm us psychologically and physically．Diet products significantly weaken us psychologically．On one level，we are not allowing our brain to admit that our weight problems lie not in actually losing the weight，but in controlling the consumption of fatty，high﹣calorie，unhealthy foods．Diet products allow us to jump over the thinking stage and go straight for the scale（秤）instead．All we have to do is to swallow or recognize the word "diet"in food labels．On another level，diet products have greater psychological effects．Every time we have a zero﹣calorie drink，we are telling ourselves without our awareness that we don't have to work to get results．Diet products make people believe that gain comes without pain，and that life can be without resistance and struggle．The danger of diet products lies not only in the psychological effects they have on us，but also in the physical harm that they cause．Diet foods can indirectly harm our bodies because consuming them instead of healthy foods means we are preventing our bodies from having basic nutrients（营养成分）．Diet foods and diet pills contain zero calorie only because the diet industry has created chemicals to produce these wonder products．Diet products may not be nutritional，and the chemical that go into diet products are potentially dangerous．Now that we are aware of the effects that diet products have on us，it is time to seriously think about buying them．Losing weight lies in the power of minds，not in the power of chemicals．Once we realize this，we will be much better able to resist diet products，and therefore prevent the psychological harm that comes from using them．（1）From Paragraph1，we learn that C．A.diet products fail to bring out people's potentialB.people have difficulty in choosing diet productsC.diet products are misleading peopleD.people are fed up with diet products．In Paragraph3，"gain comes without pain"probably means A．（2）A.losing weight is effortlessB.it costs a lot to lose weightC.diet products bring no pain。

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第一部分阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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。

AThe Most Beautiful Islands in the WorldMo'orea, French PolynesiaMo'orea is surely one of the most beautiful islands in the world! Mo,orea is a place to relax and appreciate the quietness and beauty of nature.Experience the island's authentic(正宗的）Tahitian culture and explore beautiful nature on foot. Pass by white churches and sleepy fishing villages,and stop along the way to buy some fruit , fresh tuna or an ice-cold coconut .Kaua'i,HawaiiKaua'i is also named "the garden island". On the south shore, you'll find sites with cultural, historical, and geological significance alongside beautiful beaches. The island of Kaua'i has featured in more than seventy Hollywood movies and television shows, notably Raiders of the Lost Ark,Jurassic(朱罗纪）Park and Jurassic World.Sri LankaSri Lanka has long appealed to the adventurers, with mountains to climb,thick forests to explore and ancient shipwrecks(沉船）to discover in its warm Indian Ocean waters. There are beautiful beaches, but with so much to see and do, finding the time to lie back and relax might prove to be a challenge. Whether on land or out at sea, exploration always calls and the curiosity cannot be resisted.Ko Phi Phi Don, ThailandThe Ko Phi Phi Don is located in the Andaman Sea, a marginal sea of the Indian Ocean. Located off the west coast of southern Thailand, it offers an interesting range of plants and animal species. The island guides can take you to the amazing forest where you'll see many animals, like monkeys,snakes and wild birds.1.Which island often appears in the films and TV shows?A.Sri Lanka.B . Kaua'i , HawaiiC. Ko Phi Phi Don, Thailand.D. Mo'orea, French Polynesia.【答案】B【解析】细节理解题。

外研版高二（上）期末英语试卷-1第一部分：听力（共15小题，每小题1分，共15分）第一节听下面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，并涂在试卷的相应位置．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．（1分）What does the man want to know？A.Where the woman works out．B.How the woman stays fit．C.How to stay healthy．2．（1分）What is the man interested in？A.Whether people in China bargain everywhere．B.How to get a better price when doing the shopping in China．C.Where Chinese people usually go shopping．3．（1分）What's the most probable relationship between the two speakers？A.Old friends．B.Boss and secretary．C.Colleagues．4．（1分）What do we know about the woman？A.She is seriously stressed．B.She is the man's doctor．C.She falls asleep easily．5．（1分）When was the woman scheduled to go to China at first？A.This Friday．B.This Saturday．C.This Sunday．第二节听下面5段对话．每段对话后有几个小题，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．6．（3分）（1）How does the woman sound？A.Excited．B.Upset．C.Interested．（2）What movies did the woman watch on the plane？edies．B.Romantic movies．C.Kungfu movies．（3）Why didn't the man have a nice ride last time？A.Because it was uncomfortable for him to fall asleep．B.Because he forgot to take a book to read on the plane．C.Because two passengers kept bothering him with their talking．7．（3分）（1）What is the first tip given to the man by the woman？A．To replace his son's soda drinks with fruit juice．B.To ask his son to choose between soda and fruit juice．C.To set an example by changing his bad eating habits first．（2）What does the woman advise the man to do in her second tip？A．Buy some biscuits for his son to cat in the house．B．Tell his son the harm of eating too much junkfood．C．Give his son fruit instead of food with too muchsugar．（3）Who is the most probably the woman？A．The man's neighbor．B.The man's son's doctor．C.The man's son's teacher．8．（4分）（1）How much garbage does the average American produce per day？A.More than4pounds．B.More than10pounds．C.About16pounds．（2）How many plastic bottles do Americans use hourly？A.25million．B.10million．C. 2.5million．（3）What is the second thing mentioned by the speaker？A.Plastic．B.Glass．C.Paper．（4）What can be saved through recycling one ton of paper？A.Seventeen big trees in the forest．B.Energy to heat a home for six months．C.Energy to power a computer for30minutes．第二部分：英语知识运用（共30小题，每小题1分，共30分）第一节：单项选择（共10小题，每小题1分，共10分）9．（1分）﹣Do you think he will come to my birthday party？﹣．﹣That's good．Everybody's expecting him．（）A．I don't know for sureB．You can count on itC.You can believe himD.It depends10．（1分）the right decision the future is probably the most important thing we will ever do in our life．（）A．Making；concerned B．Make；concerningC．To make；concerned D．Making；concerning11．（1分）There are many sayings in English urging us to be．For example，"Don't put all your eggs in one basket，"and"Don't count your chickens before they are hatched．"（）A．ambitious B．cautious C．modest D．risky12．（1分）Clinical evidence began to，suggesting that the new drugs had a wider range of useful activities than had been predicted from experiments in animals．（）A．operate B．straighter C．approve D．accumulate13．（1分）A small car is big enough for a family of three you need more space for baggage．（）A．once B．in case C．if D．unless14．（1分）After the flooding，people were suffering in that area，urgently needed clean water，medicine and shelter to survive．（）A．which B．who C．where D．what15．（1分）To my delight，the students are recycling many things they away in the past．（）A．were throwing B．will be throwingC．would have thrown D．had thrown16．（1分）﹣﹣﹣Do you think it wise for Chinese mothers to try to do everything for their children？﹣﹣﹣No，that's they are mistaken．（）A．what B．where C．when D．how17．（1分）﹣The light is so weak that I can't the words in the article．﹣Maybe your eyesight is failing．（）A．leave out B．make out C．check out D．figure out18．（1分）﹣﹣﹣How long have you been going to work on foot？﹣﹣﹣Since last month when I from a heart attack．（）A．would recover B．have recoveredC．was recovering D．recovered第二节：完形填空（共20小题，每小题1分，共20分）19．（20分）My l4﹣year﹣old son，John，and I spotted the coat which was hanging at a secondhand clothing store in Northampton Mass．While the other coats drooped（低垂），this one looked as if it were （1）itself up．The coat had beautiful tailoring，a Fifth Avenue label and a（an）（2）price of﹩28，which was popular just then with（3），but could cost several hundred dollars new．This coat was even better，bearing（具有）that（4）of classic elegance．John tried it on and the fit was perfect．John（5）the coat to school the next day and came home wearing a big smile"Did the kids like your coat？"I asked．"They loved it，"he said，（6）folding it over the back of a chair and smoothing it flat．Over the next few weeks，a（7）came over John．Agreement replaced contrariness（作对）and reasoned discussion replaced fierce（8）．He became more mannerlyand（9），eager to please．He would generously lend his younger brother his tapes and lecture him（10）his behavior．When I mentioned this incident to his teacher and（11）what caused the changes，she said laughing．"It（12）be his coat!"Another teacher told him she was giving him a good（13）not only because he had earned（14）but because she liked his coat．At the library，we ran into a friend．"Could this be John？"he askedsurprisingly，（15）John's new height，assessing the cut of his coat and extending his hand，one gentleman to another．John and I both know we should never（16）a person's clothes for the real person within them．（17）there is something to be said for wearing a standard of excellence for the world to see and for（18）what is on the inside to what is on the outside．For John it is a time when it is as easy to try on different approaches to（19）as it is to try on a coat．The whole world，the whole future is stretched out ahead，a vast landscape（20）all the doors are open．And he could picture himself walking through those doors wearing his wonderful，magical coat．（1）A．turning B．holding C．showing D．hanging （2）A．unreasonable B．expected C．unbelievable D．acceptable （3）A．teenagers B．adults C．women D．strangers （4）A．color B．price C．style D．size（5）A．sent B．carried C．lent D．wore （6）A．casually B．comfortably C．carefully D．quickly （7）A．happiness B．change C．smile D．matter （8）A．doubt B．fight C．argument D．war（9）A．thoughtful B．handsome C．hopeful D．curious （10）A．of B．on C．with D．at（11）A．wondered B．confirmed C．concluded D．discovered （12）A．can B．must C．will D．should （13）A．present B．mark C．word D．result （14）A．this B．them C．it D．one （15）A．looking up at B．looking down to C．checking up D．taking up （16）A．trust B．mistake C．exchange D．regard （17）A．But B．Though C．Since D．So （18）A．attaching B．connecting C．relating D．matching （19）A．career B．life C．study D．success （20）A．where B．why C．how D．when外研版高二（上）期末英语试卷-1参考答案与试题解析第一部分：听力（共15小题，每小题1分，共15分）第一节听下面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，并涂在试卷的相应位置．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．（1分）What does the man want to know？A.Where the woman works out．B.How the woman stays fit．C.How to stay healthy．【解答】﹣5C2．（1分）What is the man interested in？A.Whether people in China bargain everywhere．B.How to get a better price when doing the shopping in China．C.Where Chinese people usually go shopping．【解答】A3．（1分）What's the most probable relationship between the two speakers？A.Old friends．B.Boss and secretary．C.Colleagues．【解答】略4．（1分）What do we know about the woman？A.She is seriously stressed．B.She is the man's doctor．C.She falls asleep easily．【解答】C5．（1分）When was the woman scheduled to go to China at first？A.This Friday．B.This Saturday．C.This Sunday．【解答】B第二节听下面5段对话．每段对话后有几个小题，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．6．（3分）（1）How does the woman sound？A.Excited．B.Upset．C.Interested．（2）What movies did the woman watch on the plane？edies．B.Romantic movies．C.Kungfu movies．（3）Why didn't the man have a nice ride last time？A.Because it was uncomfortable for him to fall asleep．B.Because he forgot to take a book to read on the plane．C.Because two passengers kept bothering him with their talking．【解答】BC C7．（3分）（1）What is the first tip given to the man by the woman？A．To replace his son's soda drinks with fruit juice．B.To ask his son to choose between soda and fruit juice．C.To set an example by changing his bad eating habits first．（2）What does the woman advise the man to do in her second tip？A．Buy some biscuits for his son to cat in the house．B．Tell his son the harm of eating too much junkfood．C．Give his son fruit instead of food with too muchsugar．（3）Who is the most probably the woman？A．The man's neighbor．B.The man's son's doctor．C.The man's son's teacher．【解答】略8．（4分）（1）How much garbage does the average American produce per day？A.More than4pounds．B.More than10pounds．C.About16pounds．（2）How many plastic bottles do Americans use hourly？A.25million．B.10million．C. 2.5million．（3）What is the second thing mentioned by the speaker？A.Plastic．B.Glass．C.Paper．（4）What can be saved through recycling one ton of paper？A.Seventeen big trees in the forest．B.Energy to heat a home for six months．C.Energy to power a computer for30minutes．【解答】ACBB第二部分：英语知识运用（共30小题，每小题1分，共30分）第一节：单项选择（共10小题，每小题1分，共10分）9．（1分）﹣Do you think he will come to my birthday party？﹣．﹣That's good．Everybody's expecting him．（）A．I don't know for sureB．You can count on itC.You can believe himD.It depends【解答】考查语言交际．I don't know for sure我不能肯定；You can count on it尽管放心；你可以放心；You can believe him你可以相信他（指相信某人所说的话）；It depends那得看情况；视情况而定．从最后的答语知道对方相信他会来，用you can count on it，意为"你尽管放心好了"．故选：B．10．（1分）the right decision the future is probably the most important thing we will ever do in our life．（）A．Making；concerned B．Make；concerningC．To make；concerned D．Making；concerning【解答】答案：D．考查非谓语动词和concerning作介词的用法．句中已经有谓语动词is，故句首要填动名词或动词不定式作主语，可排除B；concerning可用作介词，表示"关于"；concerned可用作形容词，表示"关心的，有关的"．本句中第二空应该表示"关于未来"，所以用concerning作介词．故本题选择D．11．（1分）There are many sayings in English urging us to be．For example，"Don't put all your eggs in one basket，"and"Don't count your chickens before they are hatched．"（）A．ambitious B．cautious C．modest D．risky【解答】考查形容词词义辨析．ambitious有野心的；有雄心的；cautious小心的；谨慎的；modest谦虚的；谦逊的；risky危险的；有风险的．句意：英语中有很多谚语劝我们要谨慎，例如"不要把所有的鸡蛋都放在一个篮子里"，和"不要在孵出小鸡之前数小鸡"（别高兴太早了）．故选：B．12．（1分）Clinical evidence began to，suggesting that the new drugs had a wider range of useful activities than had been predicted from experiments in animals．（）A．operate B．straighter C．approve D．accumulate【解答】答案D．A选项"操作；运转；做手术"；B选项"直的；坦率的；正直的"；C选项"赞成，同意；批准"；D选项"积累，积聚"；分析句子结构可知，Clinical evidence began to accumulate主句，逗号之后"suggesting that"是现在分词作状语，状语成分中的宾语从句中含有省略情况，补充完整可理解为"the new drugs had a wider range of useful activities than（the range of activities that）had been predicted from experiments in animals"．根据句意"随着临床数据的积累"可知D选项符合句意，其他均不符合句意，故选：D。

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第一部分阅读理解(共两节，满分35分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分25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。

AChristmas is a time for eating great food, giving and receiving presents, and most importantly spending time with your family watching some classic Christmas movies.The Grinch(2000)This is a Christmas must-watch and one of Jim Carrey's best performances. It was also originally a nursery tale book written by Dr Seuss. It's the story of a green monster who wants to ruin Christmas but in the end discovers the power of love and generosity. I promise it's a great film with plenty of laughs along the way.Love Actually(2003)While this is not a personal favourite of mine, people in the UK absolutely love this film. It has manyfeaturing actors and actresses. It might be a little difficult to follow as there are complex plots, so I recommend watching a translated version. However, the heart-warming elements of the film make it worth watching.Home Alone(1990)This amusing masterwork is one of my favourite films of all time. It tells the story of a boy, Kevin, who is left alone in his house when his large family forgets to take him on vacation with them. While other family members are away, burglars try to rob the house and Kevin must protect his home by setting traps. The trips, falls and traps will have you laughing out loud as you watch an 8-year-old boy beat two grown men.Miracle on 34th Street(1994)You can't have Christmas in an English-speaking country without watching this movie. It's not funny like Home Alone or The Grinch, but it is incredibly touching. It's about a man who claims to be Santa, but nobody believes him except a lawyer anda little girl. The story line may seem a little childish but you can enjoy it at any age1.Which film is adapted from a fairy tale?A. The Grinch.B. Home AloneC. Love Actually.D. Miracle on 34th Street.【答案】.A【解析】细节理解题。

2024年外研版英语高二上学期自测试题及解答参考一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、What is the main topic of the conversation?A. How to improve communication skills.B. The importance of cultural understanding.C. The benefits of learning a second language.D. The challenges of living in a diverse society.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation primarily focuses on the importance of cultural understanding in the context of language learning and communication, making option B the correct answer.2、How does the speaker suggest we can become more effective communicators?A. By focusing on grammar rules.B. Through regular practice and feedback.C. By memorizing a large vocabulary.D. By avoiding cultural misunderstandings.Answer: BExplanation: The speaker recommends that effective communication is achieved through regular practice and receiving feedback, making option B the correct answer.3、What does the man mean?A) He will go to the library.B) He has already finished his homework.C) He doesn’t want to go t o the movies.D) He has no time to go to the movies.Answer: C) He doesn’t want to go to the movies.Explanation: In the conversation, the woman invites the man to see a movie, but he declines saying he has to study for a test tomorrow. This indicates that he doesn’t want to go to the movies right now.4、Where did the woman leave her keys?A) In the car.B) On the table.C) In her office.D) At home.Answer: B) On the table.Explanation: The dialogue suggests that the woman mentioned she remembered placing her keys somewhere before she left, and the man reminds her that she usually leaves them on the table in their house. Therefore, the correct answer is that she left her keys on the table.Please remember these are hypothetical examples designed to match typical listening comprehension exercises in English exams. Actual exam questions would be based on the specific audio material provided.5.You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen carefully and answer the question.Question: How many books does the girl plan to read over the weekend?A. 2B. 3C. 4D. 5Answer: C. 4Explanation: In the conversation, the girl mentions that she plans to read a book about history, a science fiction novel, and two novels by famous authors. Therefore, she plans to read a total of four books over the weekend.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、According to the passage, what activity did the student participate in first during the school day?A)Attending a math classB)Playing soccer at recessC)Giving a presentation in English classD)Eating lunch in the cafeteriaAnswer: A) Attending a math classExplanation: The passage mentioned that the student started the day with a math class before moving on to other activities.2、What was the student’s feeling after giving the presentation?A)Disappointed because he forgot some pointsB)Relieved because it was overC)Excited because he got positive feedbackD)Nervous because he had to speak in front of everyoneAnswer: B) Relieved because it was overExplanation: The passage indicated that the student felt relieved after finishing the presentation, suggesting that while it might have been challenging, the primary emotion afterwards was relief.3、You hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans.Student A: Hey, do you have any plans for the weekend?Student B: Yeah, I was thinking of going hiking. How about you?Student A: That sounds great! I’ve been meaning to try hiking. Where are you planning to go?Student B: I was thinking of going to the mountains north of the city. The scenery is supposed to be beautiful this time of year.Question: What activity is Student A interested in doing?A) Going hikingB) Visiting a museumC) Attending a concertD) Going to the beachAnswer: A) Going hikingExplanation: Student A shows interest in hiking when Student B mentions it as their weekend plan. The conversation does not mention any other activities, so the correct answer is hiking.4、You listen to a short interview with a local chef who is promoting a new recipe book.Interviewer: Good afternoon, and welcome to “Foodie Talk.” Today, we have with us Chef Maria, who has just released her new recipe book, “Culinary Delights from Around the World.” Maria, welcome to the show!Chef Maria: Thank you for hav ing me. I’m thrilled to share my passion for cooking and the diverse recipes in my new book.Interviewer: That’s wonderful to hear. Can you tell us about one of the recipes in your book that stands out to you?Chef Maria: Absolutely. One of my favorite recipes is for a traditional Italian lasagna. It’s a classic, but I’ve added a twist with a variety of vegetables and a rich, creamy sauce.Question: What is one of the chef’s favorite recipes in her new book?A) A traditional Italian lasagnaB) A Mexican taco recipeC) A Japanese sushi rollD) An American apple pieAnswer: A) A traditional Italian lasagnaExplanation: In the interview, Chef Maria explicitly mentions that herfavorite recipe in the book is the traditional Italian lasagna, which she has modified with additional vegetables and a creamy sauce. The other options are not mentioned.5、What does the woman say about her family’s Thanksgiving?A. They don’t celebrate it.B. They have a quiet dinner at home.C. They gather for a big meal.D. They travel abroad.Answer: CExplanation: The woman says, “I always go back. It’s a tradition in my family. We all get together and have a big meal.” This indicates that her family gathers for a big meal during Thanksgiving.6、What can we infer about the man’s Thanksgiving plans?A. He has already made plans to travel.B. He is likely to stay where he is.C. He is considering starting a new tradition.D. He will join the woman’s family for the holiday.Answer: CExplanatio n: The man mentions, “Maybe I should start a new tradition too,” which suggests that he is thinking about doing something different for Thanksgiving, possibly inspired by the woman’s family tradition.This is a sample, and the actual listening material would need to be recordedand played for the students. For the purpose of this exercise, the script is provided in text form.7.You will hear a conversation between two students, Alex and Jamie, discussing their weekend plans. Listen carefully and answer the question.Question: What activity do Alex and Jamie plan to do on Saturday afternoon?A) Go to a movieB) Visit a museumC) Go hikingD) Go to a concertAnswer: C) Go hikingExplanation: In the conversation, Jamie suggests going hiking in the mountains for the weekend. Alex agrees and mentions that it’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air and nature.8.You will hear a talk by a teacher, Mrs. Smith, discussing the importance of teamwork in school projects. Listen carefully and answer the question.Question: According to Mrs. Smith, what is one of the key benefits of teamwork in school projects?A) Individual recognitionB) Higher gradesC) Improved problem-solving skillsD) Reduced workloadAnswer: C) Improved problem-solving skillsExplanation: In the talk, Mrs. Smith emphasizes that teamwork allows students to learn from each other’s strengths and weaknesses, leading to better collaboration and improved problem-solving skills.9.You hear:A. The students are preparing for the upcoming sports day.B. The teacher is discussing the project deadline.C. The school is planning a field trip.Answer: AExplanation: The context suggests that the students are involved in an activity related to sports, indicating that they are preparing for the upcoming sports day.10.You hear:A. The library is closed on weekends.B. The school canteen serves breakfast until 10 AM.C. The school is hosting a science fair on Friday.Answer: CExplanation: The mention of a science fair on Friday indicates a specific event happening at the school, which aligns with the content of the question. The other options do not directly relate to the event being discussed.11.You will hear a conversation between two friends. Listen carefully and answer the following question.Question: What does the man plan to do next weekend?A. Go hiking.B. Visit a museum.C. Go to a concert.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, the man says, “I was thinking of visiting the art museum next weekend.” Therefore, the correct answer is B.12.You will hear a news report about a recent sports event. Listen carefully and answer the following question.Question: Who won the championship in the sports event?A. Team AB. Team BC. Team CAnswer: BExplanation: The news report states, “After a thrilling match, Team B emerged as the champions.” Hence, the correct answer is B.13.You will hear a short conversation between two students discussing their study plans. Listen carefully and answer the question.What are the two students mainly talking about?A. Their school schedule.B. Their summer vacation plans.C. Their study habits.D. Their favorite subjects.Answer: AExplanation: In the conversation, the students are discussing their school schedule and how they plan to manage their time between studying and other activities. Therefore, the correct answer is A.14.You will hear a passage about the importance of exercise for mental health. Listen carefully and answer the question.According to the passage, what is the main benefit of exercise for mental health?A. It improves memory and concentration.B. It reduces stress levels.C. It increases energy levels.D. It improves sleep quality.Answer: BExplanation: The passage specifically mentions that exercise can help reduce stress levels, which is beneficial for mental health. Therefore, the correct answer is B.15.Listen to the following conversation and choose the best answer.A. The man is looking for a book about cooking.B. The woman is suggesting a book about cooking.C. The man has already bought a book about cooking.D. The woman is giving advice on where to find a cooking book.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, the woman suggests that the man should look for a book about cooking at the local library. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.三、阅读第一节（第1题7.5分，其余每题10分，总37.5分）第一题Reading passage:In the bustling city of New York, there’s always something new and exciting to explore. One of the most fascinating places to visit is the American Museum of Natural History. This museum is not only a treasure trove of scientific knowledge but also a haven for art enthusiasts.The museum was founded in 1869 and has since grown to become one of the largest natural history museums in the world. It houses over 32 million specimens, including fossils, minerals, and cultural artifacts. The museum is divided into several exhibits, each offering a unique glimpse into the wonders of the natural world.One of the most popular exhibits i s the “Hall of Dinosaurs,” which features life-sized models of these ancient creatures. Visitors can walk among these majestic beasts and imagine what it was like to live alongside them millions of years ago. Another must-see exhibit is the “Rose Center for Earth and Space,” which offers a breathtaking view of the universe through its planetarium anda massive model of the solar system.The American Museum of Natural History is not just a place for learning, but also a place for inspiration. Many scientists, artists, and writers have drawn inspiration from its vast collection. It’s a place where curiosity and discovery go hand in hand.Questions:1、What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To describe the American Museum of Natural History.B. To discuss the history of the American Museum of Natural History.C. To explain the different exhibits in the American Museum of Natural History.D. To describe the experiences of visitors at the American Museum of Natural History.2、Which exhibit is described as “breathtaking”?A. The “Hall of Dinosaurs.”B. The “Rose Center for Earth and Space.”C. The “Hall of Mammals.”D. The “Hall of Fossils.”3、How many specimens are housed in the American Museum of Natural History?A. 10 million.B. 20 million.C. 32 million.D. 50 million.4、What is one of the purposes of the American Museum of Natural History?A. To provide educational programs for children.B. To promote scientific research.C. To inspire visitors with the wonders of the natural world.D. To preserve cultural artifacts from around the world.Answers:1、A2、B3、C4、CQuestion 2:Why was Liu Mei struggling at the market?Answer:2.She was carrying a large basket of vegetables and had a small child to take care of.Question 3:How did Mr. Zhang decide to help Liu Mei after the market incident?Answer:3.He offered to teach her basic cooking skills to start a catering business.Question 4:What was the outcome of Mr. Zhang’s help to Liu Mei?Answer:4.Liu Mei’s catering business grew, allowing her to support her f amily comfortably and employ other women from the town.第三题Passage:In the small town of Maplewood, the local library has always been a hub of community activity. The library, which was built in the 1930s, is a beautiful example of Art Deco architecture. Over the years, it has seen many changes, but its mission to serve the community remains unchanged.One of the most popular programs at the Maplewood Library is the “Read to Me” program. This program pairs volunteers with children who are learning to read. The volunteers read to the children every week, helping them develop their reading skills and a love for books. The program has been so successful that it has expanded to includ e “Read to Me Plus,” which includes activities like storytelling and crafts.The library also hosts a variety of events for adults, including book clubs, author readings, and workshops on topics like cooking and gardening. These events not only provide entertainment but also offer opportunities for learning and networking.However, the library faces a new challenge. The aging building needs significant repairs, and the funds for these repairs are not readily available. The library board has decided to hold a fundraising campaign to raise the necessary money. They have set up a donation box at the library entrance andare also organizing a variety of fundraising events.Questions:1、What is the primary purpose of the “Read to Me” program at the Maplewood Library?A. To raise funds for the library repairs.B. To provide entertainment for adults.C. To help children learn to read and enjoy books.D. To offer workshops on various topics.答案：C2、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an event for adults at the Maplewood Library?A. Book clubs.B. Author readings.C. Storytelling sessions.D. Gardening workshops.答案：C3、What is the main challenge the Maplewood Library is currently facing?A. Finding volunteers for the “Read to Me” program.B. Expanding the “Read to Me Plus” program.C. Aging building repairs.D. Low book circulation.答案：C4、How is the library board planning to raise funds for the building repairs?A. By increasing the fines on late books.B. By selling the library property.C. By holding a variety of fundraising events.D. By reducing the number of events and programs.答案：C第四题Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.The rise of e-commerce has revolutionized the retail industry, transforming the way consumers shop and businesses operate. Online shopping offers convenience, a wider range of products, and competitive prices, making it an attractive option for many. However, this shift has also brought challenges, including the decline of traditional brick-and-mortar stores and the need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect consumers’ personal information.In this article, we will explore the impact of e-commerce on the retail industry, the benefits it offers to consumers, and the challenges it presents.1.The passage mentions the transformation of the retail industry due to the rise of what?A)Online shoppingB)Traditional brick-and-mortar storesC)Cybersecurity measuresD)Consumer preferences2.What are the main benefits of online shopping mentioned in the passage?A)Convenience, wider range of products, and competitive pricesB)Lower prices, better customer service, and faster deliveryC)Improved product quality, higher customer satisfaction, and expanded market reachD)Enhanced inventory management, reduced overhead costs, and increased sales3.According to the passage, what is one of the challenges faced by the retail industry due to the rise of e-commerce?A)The need for more physical storesB)The decline of brick-and-mortar storesC)The decrease in customer loyaltyD)The increased competition from other industries4.What is the purpose of the article mentioned in the passage?A)To promote online shoppingB)To criticize the retail industryC)To explore the impact of e-commerce on the retail industryD)To compare online and offline shopping experiencesAnswers:1.A) Online shopping2.A) Convenience, wider range of products, and competitive prices3.B) The decline of brick-and-mortar stores4.C) To explore the impact of e-commerce on the retail industry四、阅读第二节（12.5分）Section 4: ReadingReading PassageIn the small town of Willow Creek, there was a community garden that had been in existence for over 50 years. It was a place where residents could come together to grow vegetables, flowers, and herbs. The garden was maintained by a group of volunteers who met every Saturday morning to water the plants, pull weeds, and prune the bushes.One Saturday, as the volunteers were working, they noticed that the garden’s water source, an old well, had run dry. Without water, the plants would soon die, and the garden would lose its charm. The volunteers were determined to find a solution.John, a retired engineer who lived near the garden, offered to help. He remembered that there was a spring located about a mile upstream from the well, but it was buried under years of sediment and debris. John suggested that they clear the spring to restore the water supply to the garden.With the help of the volunteers, John started the project. They cleared away the sediment, removed the debris, and unearthed the spring. The water flowed freely, and the garden was saved.The story of the Willow Creek community garden spread throughout the town. People were inspired by the volunteers’ determination and John’s ingenuity. Many residents started visiting the garden, and soon, it became a popular spot for community gatherings and events.Questions:1.What was the main problem the community garden faced?a) Lack of volunteersb) Overgrown plantsc) Running out of waterd) Lack of sunlight2.Who offered to help solve the problem?a) The town mayorb) A local plumberc) John, the retired engineerd) The town’s garden club3.What was John’s profession before he retired?a) A teacherb) A doctorc) An engineerd) A gardener4.What did the volunteers do to restore the water supply?a) They dug a new wellb) They installed a water pumpc) They cleared the springd) They brought water from the town’s supply5.How did the community respon d to the garden’s water crisis?a) They held a charity auction to raise moneyb) They started a volunteer drive to help maintain the gardenc) They ignored the problem, as it was not their responsibilityd) They held a town meeting to discuss the issueAnswers:1.c2.c3.c4.c5.b五、语言运用第一节 _ 完形填空（15分）Passage:In the small town of Greenfield, there was a library that had been around for over a hundred years. The library was a place where people from all walks of life gathered to read, borrow books, and share their love for knowledge. The librarian, Mrs. Thompson, was a kind and wise woman who knew everyone in the town.One day, the town council decided to renovate the library. They wanted to make it more modern and accessible to all. They hired an architect, Mr. Johnson, to help with the planning. Mr. Johnson was an imaginative and creative man who loved libraries. He wanted to make sure that the new library would be a place where people would want to spend time.As Mr. Johnson began to plan the new library, he noticed that the old onehad a lot of problems. The shelves were crowded, and the lighting was poor. He decided that the new library should have wide aisles, comfortable seating, and natural lighting. He also wanted to include a quiet reading room, a children’s section, and a community center.While Mr. Johnson was working on the plans, Mrs. Thompson noticed that some of the old books were falling apart. She knew that these books were valuable, so she started a campaign to save them. She collected donations from the townspeople and organized volunteers to help restore the books.The renovation project took several months to complete. When the new library opened, it was a beautiful and welcoming place. The townspeople were thrilled with the changes and grateful for the hard work of Mrs. Thompson andMr. Johnson.Questions:1.Why did the town council decide to renovate the library?A. Because it was old and in need of repair.B. Because Mrs. Thompson wanted to save the old books.C. Because Mr. Johnson wanted to make the library more modern.D. Because the townspeople were no longer using it.Answer:A. Because it was old and in need of repair.六、语言运用第二节 _ 语法填空（15分）Grammar CompletionRead the following passage and complete the sentences with the appropriate grammar form. Each blank has only one correct answer.John was born in 1995, and he has been a teacher for over ten years. He teaches English at a local high school. His class is very large, with more than fifty students. He is known for his enthusiastic and engaging teaching style. His students always enjoy his lessons and often learn a lot from him. However, John has to work very hard to keep up with their needs. He usually stays at school until late in the evening, reviewing and preparing for the next day’s class.1.John has been a teacher for __________.a) five yearsb) over ten yearsc) two yearsd) ten years2.There are__________students in his class.a) less than fiftyb) more than fiftyc) exactly fiftyd) twenty3.John is known for his__________teaching style.a) calm and seriousb) enthusiastic and engagingc) lazy and slowd) strict and boring4.His students always enjoy his lessons.a) sometimesb) neverc) alwaysd) rarely5.John often learns a lot from him.a) theyb) himc) himd) himself6.However, John has to work very hard.a) hasb) hadc) haved) having7.He usually stays at school until late in the evening.a) usuallyb) usuallyc) usuallyd) usually8.John reviewing and preparing for the next day’s class.a) is reviewingb) reviewsc) was reviewingd) will review9.John usually stays at school until late in the evening, reviewing and preparing for the next day’s class.a) reviewing and preparingb) review and preparec) reviews and preparesd) was reviewing and preparing10.John has to work very hard to keep up with their needs.a) hasb) hadc) haved) havingAnswers:1.b) over ten years2.b) more than fifty3.b) enthusiastic and engaging4.c) always5.b) him6.a) has7.d) usually8.b) reviews9.a) reviewing and preparing10.a) has七、写作第一节 _ 应用文写作（15分）Section VII: WritingPart A: Application WritingTask: Write a letter to your friend, who is planning to study abroad, offering advice on how to prepare for the new environment and culture.Example:Dear [Friend’s Name],I hope this letter finds you well. I am excited to hear about your plans to study abroad, and I wanted to share some tips that might help you prepare for the new environment and culture.First and foremost, it’s important to learn as much as you can about the country and its culture before you arrive. This will give you a better understanding of what to expect and help you adjust more easily. Try to familiarize yourself with local customs, traditions, and social norms. Additionally, learning the language can be incredibly beneficial, as it willallow you to communicate more effectively with locals and make new friends.Another crucial tip is to create a support system before you leave. Reach out to fellow students from your university who are also studying abroad and form a study group or social circle. This will not only help you with your studies but also provide you with a sense of community and belonging.When it comes to daily life, it’s essential to be open-minded and adaptable. You will undoubtedly encounter challenges and differences in your new environment, but embracing these experiences will help you grow and learn. Be patient with yourself and others, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when needed.Lastly, remember to take care of your mental and physical health. Adjusting to a new culture can be stressful, so it’s important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Exercise regularly, eat well, and make time for relaxation and self-care.I believe that studying abroad will be a transformative experience for you, and I am confident that you will thrive in your new environment. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any more advice or support.Best of luck with your studies abroad!Warm regards,[Your Name]Explanation:This letter follows a clear structure and provides practical advice forsomeone planning to study abroad. The writer starts by expressing excitement about their friend’s plans and then offers several tips to help them prepare for the new environment and culture. The tips cover language learning, creating a support system, being open-minded, and taking care of personal well-being. The letter is written in a friendly and supportive tone, making it easy for the reader to relate to and follow the advice.八、写作第二节 _ 读后续写（25分）Title: Read and Continue WritingContext: Read the following passage and continue the story based on the given prompt. Your writing should be at least 100 words.Passage:In a small town, there was a famous old bookstore called “The Enchanted Library.” It was said that this bookstore had a magical power to make dreams come true. Many people visited it, hoping to find a book that could change their lives. One day, a young girl named Lily walked into the store with a curious look in her eyes.Prompt: Imagine what Lily found in the store and how it changed her life.Example:As Lily wandered through the aisles of The Enchanted Library, her eyes caught a glimpse of a dusty old book with a golden cover. She carefully opened it and found a mysterious map inside. The map led to a hidden room behind the bookstore.Intrigued, she followed the map and discovered a chest filled with magical artifacts.With the artifacts, Lily learned to control her own dreams. She could now travel to different places in her dreams and even meet her ancestors. Her life transformed as she used her newfound abilities to help others. She became a symbol of hope and inspiration in the town, and The Enchanted Library became a place where dreams came to life.Analysis:This example follows the prompt by imagining what Lily found in the store and how it changed her life. The story introduces a magical element (the map and artifacts) to create an engaging and imaginative plot. The character development shows how Lily grows and uses her abilities to help others, making the story relatable and inspiring. The example also ties back to the original passage, maintaining a coherent narrative.。

外研版高二英语上期期末测试题（含答案）本试卷共四部分。

满分150分。

考试时间120分钟。

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．How did the man feel about the field trip?A. Interested.B. Surprised.C. Satisfied.2．What colour of suit did the man wear yesterday?A. Brown.B. Green.C. Grey.3．What will the speakers buy next?A. A jacket.B. A watch.C. A handbag.4．How many pets does the woman have in all?A. Two.B. Three.C. Five.5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. Losing weight.B. Playing games.C. Keeping healthy.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。

听完每段对话或独白前，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秒钟的做答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6．Why is the woman unwilling to live in India?A. She doesn’t want to be far away from home.B. She thinks India is not beautiful.C. She worries about the language.7．What will the man miss if he moves to a foreign country?A. His family.B. His pet.C. His friends.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。