襄阳2025学年度第一学期期末教学质量检测高二英语

1、He ________ and his T-shirt became too small.

A.lose weight B.put on weight

C.cut down fat D.earned his living

2、At that time, China was______ Japan, so traveling was extremely difficult.

A.at the war with B.at war against C.at war with D.during the war with

3、When and where to build the new first aid center ______ yet.

A.hasn't been decided B.doesn't decided

C.haven't been decided D.aren't decided

4、After the war, a new school building was put up ____________ there had once been a theatre.

A．that

B．where

C．which

D．when

5、All the factories ________great importance to the car exhibition and the price was very low, so a lot of cars were sold during exhibition.

A．attached

B．afforded

C．attracted

D．affected

6、The man is gathering ideas for his new novel.

A.集合 B.采摘 C.积累 D.收紧

7、People believe that when Fu __________upside down, happiness arrives.

A.is surrounded by B.is swept C.is attached D.is attracted

8、The e-bikes, ________ can run at about 30 kilometers an hour, enable users to cover longer distances and save time.

A．that

B．what

C．which

D．whether

9、A survey _____ now about whether students should have extra lessons during the holidays.

A.is being carried out B.has carried out

C.has been carried out D.had been carried out

10、We do morning exercise every day, from which we ______ a lot.

A.strengthen B.gain C.award D.benefit

11、_________ has recently been done to provide more buses, a shortage of public vehicles remains a serious problem.

A.That B.What C.In spite of what D.Though what

12、Bruno was secretly pleased when he knew that it could be weeks before they went back because he had_______ himself to the idea of spending one more month there.

A.contributed B.stuck C.devoted D.resigned

13、At the foot of the hill ________ a big lake surrounded by trees.

A.lays B.is laying C.lies D.is lying

14、We can never forget the days ______ tens of thousands of medical staff from every province were pooled to help Hubei and the days ______ we, Chinese people, spent together supporting Wuhan.

A.when, which B.which, when C.what, that D.on which, when

15、It suddenly _______ to me that we could use a computer to do the job.

A.took place B.happened C.occurred D.was occurred

16、We worked as fast as we could________ the work in time.

A.finish B.finished C.finishing D.to finish

17、Olympic athletes bring joy to people across the world with their____________ to push the boundaries of human achievement.

A. intelligence B. influences C. impression D. attempts

18、Andy Murray couldn’t ________ the tears after winning gold in Rio 2016 Olympic tennis final.

A.cut down B.bring up C.hold back D.take in

19、____, you will feel a little nervous when you first perform for the public.

A. Luckily B. Naturally

C. Hopefully D. Partly

20、They use computers to keep the traffic ______ smoothly.

A．running

B．to run

C．working

D．to work

21、People do not now believe in the _______ of ghosts.

A.existence B.occurrence C.evidence D.birth

22、The inventor is satisfied to see a number of new products _____ after countless efforts.

A.develop B.developed C.developing D.to develop

23、—What’s your favorite sport?

—Skiing.__________.

A.I get a kick out of it B.I prefer it

C.I choose it D.I’m used to it

24、Living in the central Australian desert has its problems, _____ obtaining water is not the least.

A. of which B. for what

C. as     D. whose

25、I am decorating my office now. I _______  comfortably in my office at this time tomorrow.

A. am sitting   B. was sitting

C. sit D. will be sitting

26、The public nowadays has a misunderstanding of forest fires, believing that fires should be kept out of every type of forest. Many of us can recall Smoky the Bear's famous warning: “Remember, only YOU can prevent forest fires”. However, that's not always the case. Under the right conditions, and when conducted safely, fire can create many environmental benefits as well as help prevent larger, uncontrollable wildfires.

After a forest fire, many wildlife species will move into recently burned areas to feed on these newly available foods. Some reptiles and amphibians such as the pine (松树） snake prefer forests frequently burned by fire. As Herbert Stoddard put it, “One of the most harmful things modern man has done to birds has been his attempt to exclude fire from fire-type pine forests. Within a few years most forests choke up with bushes, lose their prairie-like vegetation (草原般植被） and can no longer support birds dependent on periodic burning for their food supply and proper cover.”

If you are asked to picture the forest floor, what do you see? Pine needles, cones, leaves, branches might come to mind-all sources of fuel. If these fuel sources build up without any type of removal, the 'fuel load' can lead to fires catastrophic to forests and people alike. In contrast, prescribed fire can be used by forest professionals every couple of years to keep forest fuels at an appropriate and manageable level. They can also minimize the spread of pest insects and disease and remove unwanted tree and plant species. Plus, they can create and maintain important wildlife habitats rich in grasses and promote the growth of trees, wildflowers and other various plants.

Many organizations and agencies work to promote fire on the landscape when and where appropriate. Smokey Bear even has an updated warning: “Only You can Prevent Wildfires,” as the Forest Service has over the last few decades developed policies and procedures to include prescribed fire as a management tool, as well as continuing their work to prevent and fight wildfires.

【1】Why did the author mention Smoky the Bear's warning?

A．To introduce the topic of the passage.

B．To clarify a misunderstood concept.

C．To show the significance of fire prevention.

D．To raise people's awareness of forest protection.

【2】What can benefit birds according to Herbert Stoddard?

A．Forest bushes.

B．Fuel sources.

C．Pine forests.

D．Periodic burning.

【3】What is the purpose of prescribed fire?

A．To put out wildfires.

B．To keep the forest balance.

C．To remove tree and plant species.

D．To keep the fuel rich in the forest.

【4】What might be the best title for the passage?

A．One Match Can Start A Forest Fire

B．Where There Is Smoke There Is A Fire

C．Not All Forest Fires Are Created Equal

D．Why Not Keep The Forest Fire Burning

27、British Museum

Located in Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG, the British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is free to all visitors. The British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture, and it has more than 7 million objects, so it would probably take a week to see everything.

Over 6 million visitors every year experience the collection, including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies.

Admission and opening times

Free, open daily 10:00 to 17:30.

Open until 20:30 on Friday, except Good Friday.

Closed on 24, 25 and 26 December and 1 January.

Large luggage, suitcases and cabin baggage

For everyone’s safety, all bags, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum for safety and security reasons. Storage for luggage is available at major rail stations, including Euston, King’s Cross and Charing Cross.

Membership

Membership allows you to discover 2 million years of human history with free unlimited entry to special exhibitions, an exclusive discount offer on magazine subscription(订阅) and many more benefits.

Individual membership:£74

Under 26 membership: £54

Young friends (ages 8-15 ): £25

Shops

The Museum has four shops where you can buy books, souvenirs, and family gifts.

【1】When can you visit the British Museum?

A.At12:00 Monday B.At 9:00 Friday

C.On Good Friday. D.On New Year Day.

【2】Where can visitors store their large luggage?

A.In the hall of the Museum

B.In the storage room of the museum.

C.At some main train stations.

D.At the entrance to the Museum.

【3】If two friends aged 14 and 18 apply for membership of the Museum, how much should they pay?

A.£25 B.£79 C.£50 D.£148.

28、   Watching the latest Hollywood movie in a great cinema brings about a lot of excitement. Here are the best movie theaters in the world.

Prasad—Hyderabad, India

Can you think of anything better than a movie viewed on a screen measuring 97×117 feet? Prasad has the answer. It has been screening movies since 2003. Every day, it gets round 1,500 inquiries (咨询) on its phone booking system.

Castro Theater—San Francisco, United States

Back during the 20s, movie palaces with huge reception halls and video halls were put up for the pleasure of customers. This theater, with a cathedral façade (立面), is one of the last from that period.

Cine de Chef—Seoul, South Korea

Want to go out for dinner and a movie? Here you get to do both. And the food is not just the typical popcorn and soda, but a real meal made up of French and Italian cuisine (菜肴).

Secret Cinema—Worldwide

Secret Cinema is a group based in London that holds monthly screenings of a movie. You have to sign up for it, and they will tell you where and when to go for the movie. Hired actors will then act out the scenes from the film.

【1】What makes Prasad well-known?

A. Its long history.

B. Its large-sized screen.

C. Its special decoration.

D. Its phone booking system.

【2】In what way is Secret Cinema different from the other three theaters?

A. Online payment is required.

B. You can watch movies in palaces.

C. Actors will present the scenes live.

D. You can watch movies every week.

【3】Which should you choose to go out for a movie and dinner?

A. Prasad. B. Castro Theater.

C. Cine de Chef. D. Secret Cinema.

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

A. To advertise. B. To educate.

C. To persuade. D. To introduce.

29、Street Photography 2020 Contest by Blank Wall Gallery

Street Photography Contest for 2020 has opened. Here are some details for you.

☆ All photographers, amateurs and professionals who are over 18, are qualified to participate in the contest.

☆ Each photographer can participate with up to 5 files.

☆ We only accept digital submissions. Each image file should be RGB, JPG Format, 1,800 pixels (the longest side) on 72 dpi.

Entry Fee: Free to enter

Contest Category: Street Photography

Prizes:

The artists who will be chosen to participate in the exhibition and be presented at the web page of Blank Wall Galley, will have to pay the amount of € 35 if their photo is printed, and € 15 it their work is displayed on the digital screen.

This way, only the photographers who will exhibit their work will pay a small fee for participating in the exhibition. All the other artists will not be charged.

The photographs exhibited at the gallery will be printed at the labs of Blank Wall Gallery free of charge. In case an artist wishes to send us the printed photos, they are free to do it.

The exhibitions organized by Blank Wall Gallery last for 2 weeks and everything needed for the realization of the exhibition ( printing of your photographs on 260 gsm paper, framing, hanging of the photos, press releases, invitations, opening night and supervision) are provided by our gallery without any additional charge.

Submission Deadline: March 19

Exhibition Time: May 1-May 14, 2020

Copyright Information: You are the only copyright owner and creator of the photographs.

【1】What is the requirement of joining in the contest?

A．Reaching a certain age.

B．Paying entry fees online.

C．Submitting at least 5 files.

D．Getting the photos printed.

【2】When will the exhibition of photographs close?

A．March 19.

B．May 1.

C．May 14.

D．May 19.

【3】How much will you pay to get your work displayed on the digital screen?

A．€ 0.

B．€ 15.

C．€ 35.

D．€ 260.

30、   I am often asked why reading is so important. I couldn't help but quote（引用）Tyrion Lannister from the book Game of thrones' written by George R R Martin. This conversation follows when Tyrion was asked why he reads so much：

“I have a realistic grasp of my own_______and weaknesses. My mind is my_______. My brother has his sword，King Robert has his war hammer（战锤）、and I have my mind. …and a mind needs books_______a sword needs a whetstone（磨石），if it is to keep the sword_______. ” Tyrion tapped the leather cover of the book. "That's why I read so _______，Jon Snow. ”

To quote George R R Martin. "A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only _______.”

An old farmer lived on a farm in the mountains with his young grandson.  Each morning Grandpa was up early siting_______the kitchen table reading his book. One day the grandson asked," Grandpa! I try to read the book just like you but I don't _______ it, and what I do understand I forget_______I close the book. What good does reading the book do?"

The grandfather quietly________ and replied, "Take that coal basket down to the river and bring me back a basket of ________. ”

The boy did as he was told，but all the water________before he got back to the house. The grandfather laughed and said，"You'll have to move a little faster next time," and________him to the river with the basket to try again This time the boy ran faster，but again the basket was empty before he returned home. Out of________，he told his grandfather that it was impossible to carry water in a basket and he went to get a bucket________. The old man said，"I don`t want a bucket of water：I want a basket of water. You`re just not trying hard enough." and he went out the door to watch the boy try again. At this point，the boy knew it was________, but he wanted to show his grandfather that even if he ran as fasts as he could，the water would leak out before he got back to the house. The boy again dipped the basket into the river and ran hard，but when he ________his grandfather the basket was again empty.  He said, "See Grandpa,  it`s________！”

"So you think it is useless?" the old man said, "Look at the basket." The boy looked at the basket and for the first time realized that the basket was________.  It had been changed from a dirty old coal basket and was now clean, inside and out!

Son, that`s what happens when you read the book. You might not understand or-remember everything, but when you read it, you will be changed, inside and________!

【1】A. wisdom B. strengths C. shortcomings D. disadvantages

【2】A. tool B. weapon C. equipment D. instrument

【3】A. as B. before C. while D. because

【4】A. fast B. sharp C. smooth D. important

【5】A. few B. much C. little D. many

【6】A. it B. one C. that D. those

【7】A. at B. down C. along D. besides

【8】A. confirm B. believe C. understand D. convince

【9】A. quickly B. finally C. immediately D. frequently

【10】A. turned up B. turned out C. turned away D. turned around

【11】A. fish B. coal C. earth D. water

【12】A. went out B. flew out C. dropped out D. leaked out

【13】A. sent B. asked C. ordered D. required

【14】A. breath B. control C. curiosity D. consideration

【15】A. even B. though C. instead D. however

【16】A. hopeful B. necessary C. impossible D. important

【17】A. heard B. arrived C. glanced D. approached

【18】A. useless B. hopeless C. helpless D. worthless

【19】A. same B. equal C. strange D. different

【20】A. out B. around C. anywhere D. everywhere

31、课文填空

Contrary to what many people might 【1】,evidence shows that sharks seldom attack humans.There are three types of shark attacks.In the main type,the shark attacks you because it 【2】you for a fish,but when it tastes human flesh it decides to give up and swims away.In the second type,the shark pushes you with its nose to find out if you are 【3】 to be eaten,and then 【4】you if it thinks you are.In the third type,the shark waits for you to swim by,and then attacks you suddenly.The last two types of attack more often  【5】in the death of humans.

32、Directions: Write an English composition in 120—150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.

钟南山是一位非常伟大的医生，是中国抗击疫情的领军人物。请根据以下的提示，结合自己的想法，写一篇文章介绍他。

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