宣城2025学年度第二学期期末教学质量检测高二英语

1、The ship is said _______, the effect of _______ is still unknown.

A.that it has sunk; it B.to sunk; which

C.that is Ms sunk; that D.to have sunk; which

2、______ with such great difficulty, Jack felt at a loss______.

A.Facing; what to say B.Faced; what to say

C.Having faced; how to tell D.Being faced; how to speak

3、At one time French people banned borrowed words from English in order to keep their language pure and________.

A. fluent B. various C. unique D. advanced

4、Time_________, I’ll drop in on you while visiting your hometown.

A．permit

B．permitted

C．being permitted

D．permitting

5、The ______ of constructing a village on the moon lies in the fact that it will help humans to explore the solar system further.

A. intelligence B. convenience

C. significance D. independence

6、VR can be used to practise skills in a(n) _____ environment that otherwise would be quite dangerous.

A.virtual B.precious C.academic D.secure

7、Many senior students have just reached a point _____ they can control their moods and actions.

A.where B.that C.when D.which

8、— That must have been a long trip.

— Yeah, it ________ us a whole week to get there.

A．takes

B．has taken

C．was taking

D．took

9、Meeting my uncle after all these years was an unforgettable moment, _______ I will always treasure.

A．that

B．one

C．it

D．what

10、____________ by his behavior, I said all this to my best friend.

A.Disappointing B.To disappoint

C.Disappointed D.Being disappointed

11、The price has been _________ from $10 to $8.

A.increased B.increasing C.reduced D.reducing

12、What he said _________ me and I was at a loss.

A.confused B.amazed C.amused D.brightened

13、They finally arrived at ________ used to be a farmland twenty years ago.

A. where B. when C. which D. what

14、His firm character accounted _______for his success.

A. in general B. in place C. in particular D. in part

15、Our government’s plan to fight against air pollution will focus on _____ information and handling PM2.5.

A. expressing   B. representing

C. gathering    D. acknowledging

16、The publisher resigned and left the press, never _______ again.

A.to be met B.to meet

C.be met D.being met

17、It’s hard to imagine that a white man should become the driver of a black man, serving and ________ him all the way to the south of the USA in the 1960s.

A.approving B.agreeing

C.attending D.accepting

18、Eating too much fat can ________ heart disease and cause high blood pressure.

A. result from  B. contribute to

C. attend to   D. devote to

19、It is considered a terrible mistake to think ________ you know ________ in fact you don’t know.

A．that; what

B．that; what

C．what; that

D．what; that

20、—Shall I get you something to drink?

—Thanks, but don’t _____. I have to leave now.

A.make B.annoy C.disturb D.bother

21、Shelly had prepared carefully for her biology examination so that she could be sure of passing it at her first ________.

A．intention

B．attempt

C．purpose

D．desire

22、The challenge we are faced with is to________ knowledge into action.

A．combine

B．transform

C．bring

D．get

23、When the police came, the thief was ____.

A.nowhere to hide B.nowhere to be hiding C.nowhere to be hidden D.nowhere hide

24、You’d better not phone our manager from three to four this afternoon; he ________ for a meeting then.

A. will be preparing B. will prepare

C. is preparing D. prepares

25、He bought a new building ______ top is different from others around.

A.what B.which C.that D.whose

26、I remember her words,almost as if they were spoken yesterday.

Mrs.Mabel Price,our high school teacher in that little town of Westminster,in Western Maryland,said,

“You belong in college,and I’m going to do everything I can to get you there.” For me,college was something out of the question,something on a far distant planet,something only， those people who had special rights did.I said,”I can’t go to college because I don’t have the money. There’s no way I could afford it.I’m going to join the army.”

Even though I was graduating at the top of my class in that small town,and enjoyed the experience of learning and thinking,I was used to a long tradition of experience in my family.We were people of limited means,and three of my four older brothers had gone off to join the army.

“Being an army man is a perfectly respectable way of life,”she said,”but you have a gift that can make a difference in the world.I want you to continue your education.I think I can get you into Johns Hopkins University.And I’m working on the money.”Finally,I was off to college.

One day I was walking from the parking lot to my first class,talking with my friend and classmate,and we passed by a group of men who were digging a deep ditch(沟渠)。Suddenly,I knew why I was in college. She was right-I had been given a gift that could take me to wonderful places.I decided then and there that I preferred to make my living with my brain rather than my back.I had been given a choice they didn’t have:an education.

Some years ago,as I reflected on the experience for many times,it occurred to me:”Maybe I could locate Mrs.Price.Maybe she’s still living in Westminster.I could go back there and visit her,bring her a gift,and really let her know how much I’m thankful for what she had done for me.”

So,I began to search online for information about where she might be.I soon discovered an article about her death,published in the Baltimore Sun and dated October 8,2001.

I suppose the lesson for me in this story-or one of the lessons-is this:If you love someone;if you thank them;if you’re grateful to them-tell them now.One day it will be too late.

Well...anyway...Mrs.Price,wherever you are-thank you.

【1】What problem did the author have when finishing high school?

A.He had no right to go to college. B.He couldn’t afford to go to college.

C.He had to follow his teacher’s advice. D.He had no choice but to join the army.

【2】We can infer from Paragraph 5 that

A.the author studied so hard in college B.the author looked down upon the workers

C.the author mistook Mrs.Price when young D.the author realized the importance of knowledge

【3】Years later,the author tried to find Mrs.Price because he wanted

A.to give her a hand B.to give her money back

C.to express his thanks to her D.to share his successful story

【4】Which of the following best describes Mrs.Price as a teacher?

A.Selfish but friendly. B.Mean but active. C.Warm-hearted and helpful. D.Kind and brave.

【5】What can be a suitable title for the passage?

A.Be yourself B.Thank you,Mrs.Price C.Hold on D.Goodbye,Mrs.Price

27、The number of weather-related disasters has increased by five times over the past 50 years, the latest report by the World Meteorological (气象) Organization (WMO) said on September. However, thanks to improved early warning systems and disaster management, the number of death from these hazards has been almost three times less.

According to the WMO, from 1970 to 2019, weather, climate and water hazards accounted for 50 percent of all disasters. Among the top 10 hazards that led to the largest loss of human life during this period were droughts, storms, floods and extreme temperatures. However, deaths fell from over 50,000 in the 1970s to less than 20,000 in the 2010s.

“Weather, climate and water extremes are increasing and will become more frequent and severe in many parts of the world as a result of climate change,” says WMO Secretary-General Petteri Taalas.

“That means more heat waves, drought and forest fires such as those we have observed recently in Europe and North America. We have more water vapor in the atmosphere, which is worsening extreme rainfall and deadly flooding. The warming of the oceans has affected the frequency and area of existence of the most intense tropical storms.”

“Economic losses are increasing as exposure increases. But behind the statistics lies a message of hope. Improved multi-hazard early warning systems have led to a significant reduction in deaths. Quite simply, we are better than ever before at saving lives,” Taalas said.

【1】What do we know from the first paragraph?

A．Disasters connected with weather have gone up.

B．The number of weather-related disasters has decreased.

C．The number of deaths from hazards has been increasing.

D．Early warning systems have made disasters decline much.

【2】What will happen according to Petteri Taalas?

A．There will be more extreme weather.

B．Extreme rainfall will no longer exist.

C．Water vapor in the atmosphere will go down.

D．Humans will defeat extreme weather in the end.

【3】What is hopeful behind the bad news?

A．Improved warning systems will save economic losses.

B．Economic losses are going down as exposure increases.

C．More lives will be saved thanks to early warning systems.

D．Improved early warning systems will control extreme weather

【4】What does the underlined word “hazards” in paragraph 1 probably mean?

A．Something polluted.

B．Something reported.

C．Something dangerous.

D．Something safe.

28、   Greece restarted regular ferry (轮渡) services to its islands, and cafés and restaurants were also back open for business to rescue its tourism .

Travel to the islands had been generally off-limits since a lockdown was carried out in late March to stop the spread of the coronavirus, with only goods suppliers and locals allowed to enter. But the country’s low infection rate (感染率) in the COVID-19 pandemic encouraged the government to start the holiday season three weeks earlier than the expected June 15 date.

At Bairaktaris restaurant on central Monastiraki Square in Athens, waiters and other workers wearing face masks, prepared various dishes, arranged flowers on tables and waited for customers, who remained cautious. Spiros Bairaktaris, the owner, is carrying on a family business running for 140 years and has hung pictures on the wall of himself sitting next to supermodel Naomi Campbell, singer Cesaria Evora, and other famous customers.

Greece has had nearly 2,900 infections and 171 deaths from the virus. Italy has seen nearly 33,000 coronavirus patients die, Spain has had nearly 29,000 deaths and Turkey 4,340,  according to a record by Johns Hopkins University.

Social distancing rules and passenger limits have been introduced on ferries and at restaurants to prevent new infections. State-run health services to fight the coronavirus are being provided to the islands.

Tourism is a vital part of the Greek economy, directly contributing more than 10% of the country’s GDP . More than 34 million visitors traveled to Greece last year, spending 18.2 billion euros ($19.5 billion), according to government data.

【1】What does the underlined word “off-limits” in paragraph 2 probably refer to ?

A.Prevented. B.Admired. C.Confirmed. D.Encouraged.

【2】Which of the following statements is true according to the text?

A.Tourism has been completely rescued in Greece.

B.Visitors are welcomed to Greece to help develop tourism.

C.Coronavirus pandemic has already disappeared in Greece.

D.Bairaktaris restaurant has attracted many famous customers.

【3】What’s the author’s purpose of writing the text?

A.To attract famous customers in Greece.

B.To show the growth of Greek economy.

C.To introduce the efforts made for Greek tourism.

D.To share specific ways to run a restaurant in Greece.

29、Let’s Go and Fly a Kite

—at Piedmont Middle School’s celebration of kites!

Come and learn how to build all sorts of kites, from the simplest diamond-shaped kites to the most complex box kites. Stay as long as you like and build as many kites as you want. Once you have finished a kite, get advice on flying techniques from kite expert Lorena Hallsberg. The celebration will be at Piedmont Middle School,151 Piedmont School Drive.

The Piedmont Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)has organized a refreshment(茶点)tent. All profits will benefit future PTO activities. Take a break from kite flying and drink some lemonade! While you are doing so, why not join the PTO? Membership is free; you just donate your time. Show your support for Piedmont Middle School by joining the PTO this Saturday!

When: Saturday,April 11,from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where: Piedmont Middle School

Why: For fun!

Cost: Free, thanks to a generous gift from Bizarco Kite Company!

Schedule

9:00 a.m.—Kite-building booths open. All materials are supplied for kites.

10:00 a.m.—Kite-building shows by Lorena Hallsberg in the courtyard. Come by and learn how to build box kites and kites that look and fly like butterflies.

11:00 a.m.—Kite-flying shows on the school track. Learn all the most important skills.

12:00 p.m.—Kite-flying competitions on the school track.

1:00 p.m.—Presentation by Dr.Brian Lehrman in the show tent:“The History of Kites”.

2:00 p.m.—Best Kite competitions and judging in the show tent. Come and see the most artistic kites and the most interesting theme kites.

3:00 p.m.—Presentation by Dr.Lehrman in the show tent:“Kites and Science”.

3:30 p.m.—Awards ceremony conducted by Headmaster Seward on the football field. The results of the day’s judging will be announced, with awards such as Best of Show, Most Artistic, Highest Flyer, and others. Winners will receive gifts from the Bizarco Kite Company!

4:00—5:00 p.m.—Let’s all go and fly a kite! Everyone flies kites at the same time, creating a wonderful sight for all to enjoy.

Come to the kite celebration. Enjoy yourself and learn more.

【1】Which times are most important for people who want to join in kite competitions?

A.10:00 am and 11:00 a.m.. B.12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m..

C.1:00 pm and 3:00 p.m.. D.2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m..

【2】From the passage, we know that the kite celebration 　　　.

A.is enjoyable and educational

B.is strict about the shapes of kites

C.gets money from PTO of Piedmont Middle School

D.gives people a chance to see kites from around the world

【3】The passage is intended for 　　　　.

A.school staff B.kite experts

C.students and parents D.kite companies

30、   Last spring, I was fortunate to be chosen to participate in an exchange study program. In my application letter, I was careful to ______ how much I wanted to see France; evidently, my excitement really came through in my words. Once I _______ that I was going, all I could think about was the fun of foreign travel and making all sorts of new and ____ friends. While traveling was inspring and meeting people was _____ , nothing about my term in France was what I ______ .

The moment I arrived in Paris, I was _______ by a nice French couple who would become my host parents. My entire experience was joyous and exciting __________ I received some shocking news from my program coordinator(协调人): there had been a death in my host parents’ extended family. They had to travel outside France for several weeks. That afternoon, I had to _________ out of one family’s house and into another. The exchange coordinator told me I’d have a _________ this time and asked whether I could share a bedroom with an English speaker. To avoid the temptation (诱惑) to _________ my native language, I asked not to be _______ with an English-speaking roommate. When I got to my new room, I _______ myself to my new roommate Paolo, a Brazilian(巴西人) the same age as I, who I was surprised to find playing one of my favourite CD! In just a few hours, we knew we’d be good friends for the rest of the _______ .

I left France with many ________ , so when people ask me what my favorite part of the trip was, they are always _______ to hear me talk about my Brazilian friend Paolo and the scores of weekdays in class, weeknights on the town, and weekends _________ France we enjoyed together. I love how people ______ seem so different, but end up being so __________ . The most valuabe lesson I gain from studying in France wasn’t just to respect the French people _______ to respect all people, for your next best friend could be just a continent away. I would recommend an exchange program to anyone who wants to experience foreign culture and gain meaningful _______ .

【1】A.discuss B.express C.announce D.argue

【2】A.approved B.knew C.warned D.denied

【3】A.stubborn B.anxious C.universal D.interesting

【4】A.exciting B.upsetting C.boring D.promising

【5】A.doubted B.liked C.expected D.feared

【6】A.greeted B.witnessed C.sponsored D.supported

【7】A.since B.when C.until D.while

【8】A.walk B.travel C.move D.rush

【9】A.roommate B.leader C.housekeeper D.colleague

【10】A.learn B.speak C.master D.appreciate

【11】A.combined B.placed C.involved D.fitted

【12】A.added B.adapted C.devoted D.introduced

【13】A.month B.week C.term D.vocation

【14】A.stories B.suitcases C.presents D.dream

【15】A.embarrassed B.disturbed C.surprised D.concerned

【16】A.analyzing B.investigating C.describing D.exploring

【17】A.need B.can C.must D.shall

【18】A.similar B.independent C.generous D.distant

【19】A.and B.so C.or D.but

【20】A.instruction B.date C.facts D.friendships

31、Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Scientists have proved what students have long suspected: Maths equations can actually trigger physical pain.

Regions of the brain linked with the experience of physical 【1】 were activated in those fearful of maths when they were presented with a tough equation, researchers have found. The higher a person’s anxiety of a maths task, the more it 【2】 activity in regions of their brain associated with visceral (内脏的) threat detection, and often the experience of pain itself.

However, the researchers say their study examines the pain response associated with anticipating an anxiety-provoking event, rather than the pain associated with a 【3】 event itself. A maths task itself is not painful but 【4】 the thought of it is highly unpleasant to certain people.

“Maths can be difficult, and for those with high levels of mathematics-anxiety (HMAs), math is associated with tension, apprehension (忧虑) and fear,” the researchers said in their paper titled. When Math Hurts. “【5】, this relation was not seen during math performance, 【6】 that it is not that math itself hurts, rather, the anticipation of math is painful. These results may also provide a potential neural mechanism to explain why (people with) HMAs tend to 【7】 math and math-related situations, which in turn can bias (使有偏见) (those with) high levels of mathematics-anxiety away from taking math classes or even entire math-related 【8】 paths. We provide the first neural 【9】 indicating the nature of the subjective experience of math-anxiety.

Other forms of psychological stress, such as social 【10】 or a traumatic break-up, can also elicit feeling of physical pain.”

32、假如你是星光中学英文校报编辑，你的同学李华于2019年5月12日参加了由南阳电视台主办的2019 CCTV“希望之星”英语风采大赛南阳赛区高中组决赛(final)，并获得冠军。请结合下面的信息，为校报写一篇英语短文。

活动宗旨：展示个人才艺丰富文化生活

地点：南阳电视台演播大厅

对象：全市高中学生

环节：才艺展示、歌唱比赛、即兴(impromptu)表演。

过程：经过三个多月的准备，500余名选手进入决赛。

背景：《希望之星》是CCTV推出的一档选秀节目。

注意：1．词数100左右；

2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3．参考词汇：南阳赛区Nanyang Division。

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