朝阳2025学年度第一学期期末教学质量检测高二英语

1、____________ with a difficult situation, the Chinese government is taking immediate measures to control the prices, which have been growing too quickly.

A. To face B. Having faced

C. Faced D. Facing

2、—Look! The poster My Country, My Parents. That is_________ movie I've told you several times.

—Great! I am looking forward to seeing this movie.

A．the

B．a

C．an

D．/

3、I was caught in a traffic jam for over an hour, otherwise I ________ you waiting for such a long time.

A. will not keep   B. have not kept

C. had not kept   D. would not have kept

4、It is difficult for us to ________ a conversation with all this noise around us.

A．carry on

B．account for

C．bring up

D．get across

5、This letter is really ________ to me because it’s the last one that Pete ever wrote.

A．precise

B．previous

C．precious

D．present

6、—You are a great swimmer.

—Thanks. It’s because I ________ a lot these days.

A．have been practicing

B．was practicing

C．would practice

D．is practicing

7、Follow these tips, and your time     doing research on the Internet     much more worthwhile.

A. being spent; will be   B. spent; will be

C. spent; is   D. having spent; has been

8、_____ to give up smoking, he threw away his _____ cigarettes.

A．Determined; remained

B．Determined; remaining

C．Determining; remaining

D．Determining; remained

9、_______ to nuclear radiation, even for a short while, may do great harm to one’s health.

A.Exposed B.Being exposed C.Exposing D.Having exposed

10、The truth is that all food ________ chemicals.

A．is regarded as

B．is made up of

C．is brought together

D．is pleased with

11、The bed________ 1.8metres long and it’s too short for the young man.

A．measuring

B．to measure

C．measures

D．is measured

12、______ has finished the work ahead of time will be rewarded though we don’t know______ it will be.

A. Who; who   B. Whoever; whoever

C. Who; whoever D. Whoever; who

13、I was driving on the highway __________a car went past followed by a police car, both of _______  must have been running at a speed of 150 kilometers per hour.

A. as; which   B. while; them

C. when; which   D. when; that

14、We shouldn’t just __________things without getting all the facts.

A．contract

B．slam

C．assume

D．motion

15、In 1963 the UN set up the World Food Programme, one of ______ purpose is to relieve worldwide starvation.

A．which

B．whose

C．its

D．whom

16、We will start as soon as our team leader _______

A. comes B. will come

C. come   D. is coming

17、This suggested that the matter can be converted into energy, and_______________.

A. in vain   B. in chaos

C. as follows   D. vice versa

18、The famous writer is going to talk about the European countries and people he has visited in the past two months.

A. who   B. whom

C. that   D. which

19、With the old man_______ the way, we had no trouble _______the cave.

A．led, to find

B．was leading, found

C．leading, finding

D．leads, find

20、—I'm preparing dinner. Are you allergic（过敏的） to anything?

—No. But I ____________ red meat.

A.didn't eat B.wasn't eating C.don't eat D.haven't eaten

21、___________, his idea was adopted at the end of the meeting.

A. Strange as might it sound   B. As it might sound strange

C. As strange it might sound   D. Strange as it might sound

22、In the process of getting rid of racial ________, the USA is left far behind.

A．discrimination

B．compromise

C．substitute

D．investigation

23、George is going to talk about the geography of his country, but I'd rather he ________ more on its culture.

A. focus   B. focused

C. would focus   D. had focused

24、________ by curiosity, many experts say, will have a positive effect on adolescents’ creativity.

A．Driven

B．Driving

C．Having driven

D．Being driven

25、Feeling _________ after so many years' sacrifice in the company, he decided to retire and _________ the business _________ to his son.

A. exhausting; take; over   B. worn out; take; over

C. worn out; hand; over   D. exhausting; hand; over

26、Captured(捕获的) carbon dioxide(CO2) could be used to extract(提炼) useful metals(金属) from recycled technology such as smartphone batteries rather than just being buried underground. The technique could help make it more economical to capture the greenhouse gas before it enters the atmosphere.

“If you also extract metals by filling CO2, you add value to a process that is known to be costly,” says Julien Leclaire at the University of Lyon, France.

CO2 is the main cause of modern climate change, so many people have attempted to develop technologies to capture it when it comes from power plants and other major sources. The gas can then be stored underground. The problem is that such carbon capture and storage (CCS) is expensive. “No one wants to pay the price for it,” says Leclaire.

To make CCS more appealing, Leclaire’s team has found a use for the gas.

His team collected CO2 from a car gas, cooled it, then pumped it into a mix of chemicals. The CO2 combined with the mix to make many molecules(分子) of various shapes and sizes.

The team found that this process could sort out mixtures of metals, because one metal would dissolve(溶解) in the liquid while another would form a solid. In a series of experiments, they successfully separated three kinds of metals-all of which are used in batteries, smartphones and computers.

If the process can be widely used, it could be a more environmentally friendly way to recycle batteries and other electrical equipment, says Leclaire. This is normally done using highly reactive chemicals, which are potentially polluting. Replacing them with CO2 should lead to a much lower environmental pollution, he says.

Other researchers and companies are trying to change captured CO2 into useful materials like plastics, which are normally produced from petrol, but this is chemically difficult. Leclaire says his approach is more in line with how CO2 behaves naturally. “Instead of copying what we know how to do better and cheaper with oil, let’s find things you can only do with CO2,” he says.

【1】What can we learn from the first paragraph?

A．Extracting useful metals from recycled technology is widely used now.

B．Useful metals in the atmosphere are used to make smartphone batteries.

C．Abandoned smartphone batteries may have been buried underground before.

D．The greenhouse gas CO2 could be cleaned up after entering the atmosphere.

【2】Why are many people attempting to capture CO2?

A．CO2 is the main cause of modern climate change.

B．CO2 can be used to recycle many resources.

C．Captured CO2 can be changed to useful gas.

D．CO2 is harmful to people’s health.

【3】What benefit could Leclaire’s team’s approach bring?

A．It could end the use of plastics.

B．It could reduce environmental pollution.

C．It could make more metals available to humans.

D．It could help reduce the cost of battery production.

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

A．The Ways to Make Smartphone Batteries

B．The Reason for Capturing Greenhouse Gas

C．Collecting CO? Is Starting to Make New Progress

D．Captured CO2 Could Be Used to Help Recycle Useful Metals

27、The University of Washington

The University of Washington, commonly referred to as simply Washington or UW, is a public research university based in Seattle, Washington, United States. Washington is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast and features one of the most highly regarded medical schools in the world. It has three campuses: the oldest and largest in the University District of Seattle and two others in Tacoma and Bothell.

In 1861, scouting began for an appropriate 10­acre site in Seattle to serve as the campus for a new university. Arthur and Mary Denny donated eight acres, and fellow pioneers Edward Lander and Charlie and Mary Terry donated two acres to the university at a site on Denny’s Knoll in downtown Seattle.

The University of Washington opened officially on November 4, 1861. The school struggled at first, closing three times: in 1863 for lack of students, and again in 1867 and 1876 due to shortage of funds. However, Clara Wilt became the first graduate of UW in 1876 when she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science. By the time Washington entered the Union in 1889, both Seattle and the university had grown rapidly. A special committee headed by UW graduate Edmond Meany was created for the purpose of finding a new campus better able to serve the growing student population. The committee selected a site on Union Bay northeast of downtown. The university moved from downtown to the new campus in 1895.

The university opened campuses in Bothell and Tacoma in 1990. At first, the two campuses offered curricula for students seeking bachelor’s degrees who have already completed two years of higher education, but both schools have turned to four-year universities, accepting the first freshman class in the fall of 2006. Both campuses offer master’s degree programs as well. In 2009 the university opened an office in the Spanish city of León in collaboration with the local university.

【1】What is the University of Washington worldwide famous for?

A．Its long history.

B．Its medical school.

C．Its large campus.

D．Its number of graduates.

【2】Where was the University of Washington located when founded?

A．On Denny's Knoll.

B．On Union Bay.

C．In Bothell.

D．In Tacoma.

【3】Why did the University of Washington have to move to a new campus in 1895?

A．Because of lack of students.

B．Because of shortage of funds.

C．Because of growing student population.

D．Because of Seattle growing too rapidly.

【4】What can we infer about campuses in Bothell and Tacoma?

A．The campus in Bothell is the largest of the three campuses.

B．Both of them are located in the Spanish city of León.

C．They both began to offer bachelor's degrees after 2006.

D．They are both four­year universities now.

28、Most students of the University of Rochester(UR) will spend at least one evening at Tin Roof, the only bar located a block away from campus before they graduate. Kaleb Chitaphong, who spent numerous nights there as an undergraduate, bought the place.

Chitaphong didn’t intend to own a bar after graduation, instead hoping to follow his Political Science education through to a PhD and probably find a career in academia. But when his frequented place was facing closure last year during the height of the pandemic(疫情), Chitaphong decided he couldn’t let that happen. “I grew up in this area, so when finding out the business was closing, I contacted the owner. Initially, I had no plans to buy it. But when we got talking more, things worked out and I was able to gain ownership,” he said.

Chitaphong had experience in the restaurant industry from his family. But even with background knowledge, he still had a quick preparation in owning a bar the hard way—learning the laws, earning his alcohol license and understanding requirements—all during the pandemic. Chitaphong reopened the restaurant this past February, starting small.

Although Tin Roof is loved by students, Chitaphong hopes it can attract local residents as well, “It’s important for me to have a place where everybody can come and have a good time,” he said. While Chitaphong wants to have a bar that isn’t exclusive to just UR students, he also wants to remain close to campus life. “I want it to be a UR bar, in whatever way that means,” he expressed. “I’ve talked to sports teams of UR to get some jerseys(球衣) hung up.”

As pandemic limitation continues to ease up, Chitaphong has plans to host more events. In addition to Disco Tuesdays, he recently added Karaoke Fridays. He’s also planning cooperation with UR’s Stand-Up Comedy to try out Stand-Up Wednesdays.

Despite his big plans, Tin Roof isn’t Chitaphong’s end game. He may open up another business. But right now he’s focusing on this space to make it the best time for as many people as possible.

【1】What did Chitaphong do first when the bar was closing?

A．He made many ads for it.

B．He worked as a cook there.

C．He communicated with the owner.

D．He went there a lot.

【2】How did Chitaphong succeed in starting the bar?

A．He made many preparations.

B．He learned from some famous bars.

C．He gained help from his friends.

D．He only used his background knowledge.

【3】Why did Chitaphong contact the sports teams of UR?

A．To attract more players.

B．To promote various sports.

C．To win support for the teams.

D．To let his bar have a UR atmosphere.

【4】Which can best describe Chitaphong?

A．Knowledgeable and curious.

B．Hardworking and devoted.

C．Selfish and ambitious.

D．Honest and brave.

29、It was September 5, 2009. Lexi Youngberg, then 16, was on vacation in Spring Lake, Michigan. She was riding on a small boat with her friends, Robby and Kaitlin, when a motorboat crashed into them. The sound was so loud that other boaters heard it over the roar (轰鸣声) of their engines. The teen boy who had been driving the motorboat stepped on the gas by mistake. Kaitlin, 23, had only small cuts, but Robby, 15, had been badly cut by the propeller (螺旋桨). And Lexi was floating facedown in the water. When one boater swam to Lexi, she was breathing. However, she was unconscious. She had a deep cut on her head. And the lower part of her left leg, just below the knee, was gone. A doctor rode up in another boat and tried to save Robby, but it was too late.

For Lexi, the good news is that she survived while the bad news is that she lost one of her legs forever. When Lexi looked at her swollen(浮肿的) leg, she felt hopeless. But as time passed, Lexi began to feel stronger. She was grateful that her life had been spared, and she decided to make the most of it. At the end of November 2009, Lexi met with Dr. John Hardy, who was an expert at making artificial legs. She hoped he would help her get back to doing the things she loved.

Three years after the accident, Lexi moved on with her life. In spring 2011, she joined a soccer team in her school. That fall, she started college. Lexi is thankful that she can still do the things she loves. One day, she wants to be a physical therapist (理疗师) and work with those with disabilities. But first she plans to compete in the Paralympics. Whatever Lexi decides to do, one thing is certain: Nothing is going to get in her way.

【1】How was Lexi in the accident?

A. She had a small cut on her head.

B. She was unable to feel anything.

C. She was badly cut by the propeller.

D. She lost the lower parts of her legs.

【2】What’s the right order of the events about Lexi?

a. She went to college.

b. She met with Dr. John Hardy.

c. She had one of her legs removed.

d. She played with her friends on a boat.

e. She joined a soccer team in her school.

A. d, c, b, e, a B. c, b, a, e, d

C. d, c, e, a, b D. c, d, a, e, b

【3】It can be inferred from the text that Lexi was _____.

A. generous   B. strong-minded

C. creative D. warm-hearted

【4】The main purpose of the text is to _____.

A. persuade us not to go boating

B. entertain us with sports news

C. tell us the story of a brave teen

D. show how to survive an accident

30、   At age 5, I always sat with my Dad in his study every night. When he came home from the office, I’d watch as he_________ his personal items: his watch, wallet, and comb would always_________ the same spot on the  table as if he could see imaginary lines drawn_________ for these things, not a centimeter more or less.

What brought_________ to me then was cleaning the comb for him. I would_________ the tap excitedly and brushed it as hard as I could. _________ I’d done a good job, I would proudly return the comb to Dad, who_________ me with a bright smile.

Two years later, Dad_________ his sales job and started his own business, but it was not doing well and started shaking our_________ life. He always came home very late and__________ the usual evening stay with me. Why didn’t he just__________ his old job? Why did he take the__________ and place the whole family in trouble? Over the years I__________ to wait for him to come home.

Today, everything is better, yet the__________ silence between us remained until two days before. I was about to__________ after carrying his bag into his study when he asked “Hey, would you like to clean my comb?” After a long__________, I said yes. Later, with the comb clean, Dad__________ placed it on top of his wallet and smiled back as usual. I__________ that he has wrinkles as he smiles, yet his smile is still__________, the smile of a father who wants a good __________ for his family.

A．put away

B．picked up

C．took in

D．threw away

A．bring

B．occupy

C．make

D．play

A．specifically

B．immediately

C．suddenly

D．eventually

A．puzzle

B．trouble

C．success

D．pleasure

A．open up

B．drop down

C．turn on

D．lift up

A．Worried

B．Satisfied

C．Tired

D．Discouraged

A．presented

B．comforted

C．rewarded

D．admired

A．found

B．quit

C．exchanged

D．accepted

A．complex

B．temporary

C．unbearable

D．balanced

A．missed

B．wasted

C．enjoyed

D．kept

A．give up

B．finish off

C．stick to

D．fight for

A．time

B．risk

C．luck

D．opportunity

A．continued

B．chose

C．expected

D．refused

A．appropriate

B．enjoyable

C．embarrassing

D．responsible

A．leave

B．stay

C．explain

D．enquire

A．absence

B．expression

C．discussion

D．while

A．carefully

B．quickly

C．permanently

D．secretly

A．predicted

B．watched

C．noticed

D．doubted

A．awkward

B．cheerful

C．shameful

D．strange

A．right

B．lesson

C．life

D．fortune

31、Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

“Jawline,” Reviewed: A Chilling look at the making of a Teen Influencer

Liza Mandelup, the director of “Jawline” a new documentary about the teen- influencer, has said that she filmed for a year before she found her 【1】, Austyn Tester. He curls around his cats, who sometimes slink into the 【2】 as he broadcasts on YouNow, a platform for real-time, chat-based live streaming. “Broadcasting”is what YouNow calls it, and so does Austyn, his voice puffing up to meet the importance of the word--his vocation in life. He’s set up a rig in his small bedroom, where he records himself 【3】 to a small number of viewers, mostly teen-age girls he barely knows. On the Web site’s dash, we can see that he is 【4】 at No 28 under the hashtag guys. The conversations are plain, adorably ordinary. In an early scene in the film, he apologizes for a minor problem in his 【5】. “I know I need to get better Wi-Fi.”

Tester lives in Kingsport, Tennessee, with his mother and his brother. They don’t have money. Tester’s father is absent; when he was around, the family says, he was a(n) 【6】 and was physically abusive. Tester’s brother, Donovan, is 【7】 of his sibling’s dreams, which will make him known around the world. For what? For being famous. For being positive. Social-media 【8】 has been engineered such that the path to fame requires only the 【9】 of fame. “When you become famous, you have a lot of people who look up to you,” Tester says. On YouNow, he is a telegenic preacher, a philosopher of cliched words, delivering himself to his small flock of followers. Both parties are prey to a decentralized economy that has monetized teen-age anxiety, 【10】 and general fragility. In such a tempest, they are making each other feel seen. Remember: storms don’t last forever, Tester promises. “Whatever you’ re going through, it’s not going to last forever.”

32、阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文

My teacher gave us an assignment that should have been easy. “Okay, class,” he said. “For the month of November, we will turn this wall into our Thanksgiving art gallery. For tonight’s homework, I want you to create a picture of one thing you are thankful for, and we will hang it here.”

We were supposed to spend the last part of class of figuring out an idea for our “thankful” picture. But the more I try to think of the one perfect thing, the more panicked and puzzled I became! Finally the school bell rang and it was time to pack up and go.

“I am going to make a picture about fishing with my grandpa,” my friend Amy said as we walked home. “What about you?”

“For some reason, this project is making me nervous,” I told her. “What if I choose one person and everyone else feels left out?”

“It’s just a homework assignment.” said Amy. “Do you really think people will be offended?

“I don’t know,” I said, walking through the fallen leaves.

“Then why not just pick a random awesome thing instead?” suggest Amy.

“But I’m thankful for a billion random things,” I frowned, “How am I supposed to just choose one?”

“Just close your eyes!” said Amy. “You don’t know the ‘just close your eyes’ trick? It’s the best. You write down a bunch of choices on separate pieces of paper. Spread them out. Close your eyes, and pick one.”

“But what if I pick the wrong one?” I asked.

“That’s the whole point,” said Amy. “There’s no wrong one here. I will show you.”

I followed Amy across the street to a giant tree with eye-catching fallen leaves. So many leaves had fallen onto the grass that it looked like a rainbow-colored carpet. “Now go ahead and pick the very best leaf.” she jokingly challenged me.

注意：

1. 续写词数应为150个左右；

2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

I seemed to get her point.

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I took out separate pieces of paper, thinking about the people I was thankful for.

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