2025年台湾南投高考二模试卷英语

1、A house was ______ between midnight and 5 a.m.. A lot of valuable things were stolen.

A. broken out  B. broken off

C. broken in  D. broken into

2、I wonder if the Chinese Football National Team will be able to take part in the World Cup in South Africa in 2010, and ___, I would drink beer with friends for a whole night.

A. or so   B. as if

C. even so   D. if so

3、Modern plastics can ______ very high and very low temperatures.

A. stand   B. hold

C. carry   D. support

4、What makes tomorrow’s successful citizens_________ the ability to cope with a changing world as well as the responsibility towards community.

A. is   B. are   C. has   D. have

5、Doctors’ suggestions for dosage: ________ tablet each day for two weeks.

A．each

B．every

C．one

D．any

6、If we use the new recycling method, a large number of trees______.

A．are saved

B．will save

C．will be saved

D．have saved

7、What was so _____about Jasmine Westland’s victory was that she came first inthe marathon bare-footed.

A. awful   B. essential

C. impressive D. obvious

8、— Did you enjoy yourself at the party?

—______!I’ve never been to a more exciting one before.

A. You bet B. That’s right

C. No problem   D. Don’t mention it

9、The golden rule about anything_________works by electricity is to switch off before you touch anything and don't pretend you know when you don't.

A．which

B．/

C．what

D．that

10、In a speech delivered on Sept 10 last year, President Xi reaffirmed the great importance of education and ________ more respect for teachers and stronger efforts to enhance education.

A.called in B.called at C.called for D.called on

11、In my opinion, John is _________ than stupid because it is the third time that he _________ in the dictation.

A．more lazy; has failed

B．lazier; has failed

C．more lazy; was failed

D．lazier; had failed

12、It’s __________ important for parents to be __________ in the way they treat their children. Or the kids would have difficulty figuring out what should be done and what shouldn’t.

A．delightedly, persistent

B．terribly, consistent

C．unbelievably, persistent

D．horribly, consistent

13、________ popular opinion, the newly married husbands with higher education achievement are more likely to choose inter-generational co-residence.

A．Contrary to

B．Compared to

C．Contrast to

D．Similar to

14、Feeling fearful is healthy ________ it helps you slow down and evaluate risks properly.

A．because

B．until

C．before

D．although

15、Rosa _____ this washing machine for more than ten years. She is thinking about buying a new one.

A. is using   B. used

C. had used   D. has been using

16、________ you make so much noise, Jimmy? Your little sister is still sleeping.

A．Can’t

B．Must

C．May

D．Won’t

17、In that society, you are given food if you obey orders, but when that system ________ people no longer take orders.

A．breaks down

B．breaks up

C．breaks out

D．breaks in

18、Look out! Don’t get too close to the house ______ roof is under repair.

A．which

B．of which

C．whose

D．what

19、The government has ______ the ban on the import of pork until December.

A．extended

B．revived

C．established

D．signed

20、One of the requirements for a fire is that the material ________ to its burning temperature.

A．is heated

B．be heated

C．would be heated

D．do heat

21、When I woke up on Aug 4, 2016, there was only one thing on my mind: what to wear. A billion thoughts appeared through my brain in the closet (衣橱). Not only was it my first day of high school, but it was my first day of school in a new state; first impressions are everything, and it was important for me to impress the people who I would spend the next four years with.

After carefully hunting my closet, I proudly came out in a dress from Target. The soft cotton was comfortable, and the specially designed shoulders added a little of fun. Yes, this cloth was the one. An hour later, I felt powerful as I headed toward room 1136. But as I entered class, my jaw dropped to the floor.

Sitting at her desk was Mrs Hutfilz, my English teacher, wearing exactly the same dress as me. I kept my head down and tiptoed(踮着脚尖) to my seat. I made it through my simple introduction speech until Mrs Hutfilz stood up, jokingly saying that she liked my style. Although this was the moment I had been afraid of from the moment I walked in, all my anxiety surprisingly melted away, and the students paid attention as I shared my story. My smile grew as I laughed with the students. After class, I stayed behind, talked to Mrs Hutfilz and make a humorous and real communication.

Looking back four years later, the ten minutes I spent afraid of giving my speech were really not worth it. My first period of high school certainly made the day unforgettable in the best way and taught me that Mrs Hutfilz has a brilliant sense of style!

【1】Why did the author pay great attention to her clothes on the first day of high school?

A．She followed her father’s advice.

B．She was unconfident about herself.

C．She cared too much about her appearance.

D．She wanted to make a good impression.

【2】Which of the following statement is TRUE?

A．It was her first day of primary school.

B．She was satisfied with her first day dress.

C．Her teacher was unhappy because she wore the same dress with her.

D．She made a conversation with her English teacher in class.

【3】What’s the author’s feeling after noticing her teacher’s dress?

A．Anger.

B．Confusion.

C．Pride.

D．Awkwardness.

【4】What is the author’s purpose in writing the article?

A．To share a memorable experience.

B．To explore the troubles with dressing.

C．To introduce her stylish English teacher.

D．To stress the importance of first impressions.

22、Helping Your Teen Understand the Value of Money

It seems that there are more things for teens to spend money on than ever. 【1】 If you aren’t made of money, it’s hard to give your kids everything they want. That’s why it’s important to help them understand the value of money.

Start teaching your children about money early. Starting around age 10, give them a few dollars every week for them to spend however they want. Make the pocket money dependent on doing housework. 【2】 Don’t set limits on what they can spend it on, and don’t continually buy them things they want. They’ll soon learn that if they spend all their money as soon as they get it, they won’t be able to afford more expensive things they want.

You should also start early introducing your children to budgets and how much things cost. 【3】 Soon they’ll realise how much some things really cost.

As your child gets older, about 13 or 14, increase their pocket money as you increase their responsibility. Once they’re more responsible, give them a budget for something bigger like clothes and make hem stick to it.

Eventually, your child will probably get a job. Take this opportunity to teach them about savings. 【4】 Let them use the rest as mad money to spend however they want. If you’re worried about what they’re buying, open them a checking account you can monitor.

Teaching your child the value of money will not happen overnight. 【5】 Remember that they will probably mess up along the way, but mistakes are how they learn.

A．It takes many small steps.

B．But let them choose what they want to do.

C．You should refuse them wisely if they ask you for money frequently.

D．Have them go to the store with you or watch you pay the bills.

E．There are expensive clothes, video games, phones and more.

F．Knowing how to save money can help children find a good job in the future.

G．Have them put some into a savings account to use for college or other pursuits.

23、Preparing Cities for Robot Cars

The possibility of self-driving robot cars has often seemed like a futurist’s dream, years away from materializing in the real world. Well, the future is apparently now. The California Department of Motor Vehicles began giving permits in April for companies to test truly self-driving cars on public roads. The state also cleared the way for companies to sell or rent out self-driving cars, and for companies to operate driverless taxi services. California, it should be noted, isn’t leading the way here. Companies have been testing their vehicles in cities across the country. It’s hard to predict when driverless cars will be everywhere on our roads. But however long it takes, the technology has the potential to change our transportation systems and our cities, for better or for worse, depending on how the transformation is regulated.

While much of the debate so far has been focused on the safety of driverless cars(and rightfully so), policymakers also should be talking about how self-driving vehicles can help reduce traffic jams, cut emissions(排放) and offer more convenient, affordable mobility options. The arrival of driverless vehicles is a chance to make sure that those vehicles are environmentally friendly and more shared.

Do we want to copy — or even worsen — the traffic of today with driverless cars? Imagine a future where most adults own individual self-driving vehicles. They tolerate long, slow journeys to and from work on packed highways because they can work, entertain themselves or sleep on the ride, which encourages urban spread. They take their driverless car to an appointment and set the empty vehicle to circle the building to avoid paying for parking. Instead of walking a few blocks to pick up a child or the dry cleaning, they send the self-driving minibus. The convenience even leads fewer people to take public transport — an unwelcome side effect researchers have already found in ride-hailing(叫车) services.

A study from the University of California at Davis suggested that replacing petrol-powered private cars worldwide with electric, self-driving and shared systems could reduce carbon emissions from transportation 80% and cut the cost of transportation infrastructure(基础设施) and operations 40% by 2050. Fewer emissions and cheaper travel sound pretty appealing. The first commercially available driverless cars will almost certainly be fielded by ride-hailing services, considering the cost of self-driving technology as well as liability and maintenance issues(责任与维护问题). But driverless car ownership could increase as the prices drop and more people become comfortable with the technology.

Policymakers should start thinking now about how to make sure the appearance of driverless vehicles doesn’t extend the worst aspects of the car-controlled transportation system we have today. The coming technological advancement presents a chance for cities and states to develop transportation systems designed to move more people, and more affordably. The car of the future is coming. We just have to plan for it.

【1】According to the author, attention should be paid to how driverless cars can __________.

A. help deal with transportation-related problems

B. provide better services to customers

C. cause damage to our environment

D. make some people lose jobs

【2】As for driverless cars, what is the author’s major concern?

A. Safety.   B. Side effects.

C. Affordability.   D. Management.

【3】What is the author’s attitude to the future of self-driving cars?

A. Doubtful.   B. Positive.

C. Disapproving.   D. Sympathetic.

24、It’s no secret that walking is good for you. Many of us are trying to get in those recommended 10,000 steps a day that our wearable fitness technology urges us to achieve. But how many calories are we actually burning, and how can we get the most out of those steps? Find answers in these ways.

Do you know the truth about calorie-burning? Walking is a moderate intensity form of exercise. To get the most calorie-burning benefits, then, it would seem that walking at a consistently light pace would make the most sense. Pay attention to your heart rate and how you feel. Wearable technologies can certainly provide an idea of progress toward your calorie-burning goals. Using a fitness tracker equipment to help you recognize when you reach your target heart rate zones can help you maximize the calorie-burning.

Walking is often considered as a great fat-burning exercise, and for good reason. You can’t really walk at higher intensities because of the nature of the exercise; therefore, you end up in low-intensity zones, where you tend to burn more fat. When you’re walking at a lighter intensity with your heart rate in the 57% to 63% range, you are more likely to be using fat for fuel. No matter what your speed is, form matters. When done with good form, walking is an incredibly beneficial form of exercise for total health and wellness beyond mere caloric burn. Moreover, walking is the most accessible form of exercise because it doesn’t require any special clothes, equipment or memberships.

Whether your goal is fat loss, increased fitness or simply enhancing your overall health and wellness, walking offers all these benefits and more.

【1】What is the purpose of paragraph 1?

A．To introduce the topic.

B．To compare walking with other exercise.

C．To explain the wearable fitness technology.

D．To show the importance of 10,000 steps a day.

【2】What does the underlined word “intensity” in paragraph 2 mean?

A．Depth.

B．Strength.

C．Height.

D．Distance.

【3】What can be inferred from the text?

A．Walking at high intensities is recommended.

B．Your walking speed is the most important to calorie-burning.

C．Walking can burn calories better if you walk in a proper form.

D．It is more convenient to walk for those who have a gym membership.

【4】What is the best title for the text?

A．10,000 Steps a Day Matters

B．Walking Benefits Your Muscles

C．How to Best Burn Calories while Walking

D．How to Use Wearable Fitness Technologies while Walking

25、I was young and determined to take an adventurous trip. But _________ nearly 875 yards out of a cable car (缆车), with a rubber band attached to my ankles, was not part of my plan. It’s _________ how intentions can change.

Staring over the _________ of the cable car, my heart was in my throat. I _________ heard the others behind me counting down. How could I have let myself be _________ into this? It was crazy!

My palms were _________, and my heart was pounding.

“Five.” They started the _________ for the second time, ignoring my useless protests.

“Four.”

“Three.”

“Two.” In that instant I _________ my mind a million times and came to the final _________ that there was no way I could allow myself to leap out of the cable car, suspended so high off the ground.

__________ my ankles please!

Then...

“One.”

I let go and leaped out as far as I could. If there had been time to __________ it for another second, I would have stopped myself. But instead, I jumped.

It felt as if all my fears, insecurities, and doubts were being let go. An enormous sense of __________ rose up in me. As I fell toward the earth __________ first, I saw my new friends waiting for me on the ground and could hear them __________ my victory over fear.

Jumping out of the cable car put me on __________ of the world, and that’s where I am determined to remain for the rest of my life.

【1】

A．sliding

B．jumping

C．running

D．climbing

【2】

A．unacceptable

B．important

C．inspiring

D．funny

【3】

A．bottom

B．edge

C．middle

D．ceiling

【4】

A．correctly

B．frequently

C．barely

D．actually

【5】

A．talked

B．looked

C．checked

D．turned

【6】

A．warm

B．dry

C．sweaty

D．icy

【7】

A．encouragement

B．order

C．process

D．countdown

【8】

A．changed

B．fixed

C．focused

D．made

【9】

A．attempt

B．decision

C．destination

D．stage

【10】

A．Untie

B．Hold

C．Unfold

D．Catch

【11】

A．approve of

B．complain of

C．think about

D．dream about

【12】

A．uncertainty

B．freedom

C．trust

D．panic

【13】

A．head

B．hands

C．feet

D．back

【14】

A．screaming

B．waving

C．claiming

D．applauding

【15】

A．end

B．top

C．outside

D．center

26、假定你是李华，你的朋友Peter想了解你校于十二月举办的中国传统文化艺术节。请你给Peter写封回信，内容包括：

1.举办艺术节的目的；

2.介绍你最喜欢的一个艺术节活动；

3.邀请Peter参加并告之艺术节活动的时间。

注意：1.词数100左右；

2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

3.开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。

Dear Peter,

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua