2025~2026学年第一学期期末检测
高二英语 (2026.1)
试题卷
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题纸上。
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。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。每段对话读两遍。
1. Who will be absent from the party this evening?
A. Kate. B. Amy. C. Caroline.
2. What problem are the speakers facing?
A. Their club lacks money.
B. They are new to volunteering.
C. They have to put off the concert.
3. What does the woman ask the man to do?
A. Switch seats. B. Open the window. C. Look after the kid.
4. Where are the speakers heading probably?
A. A park. B. A gym. C. A bank.
5. What did Sarah emphasize just now?
A. Team efforts. B. Creative thinking. C. Shared responsibility.
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。听每段对话或独白前，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 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. Why does the woman come to talk to the man?
A. To ask for help. B. To express thanks. C. To pass on information.
7. What time will the woman’s plane take off?
A. At 2:00 pm. B. At 3:00 pm. C. At 4:00 pm.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。
8. Why does Emma choose Spanish?
A. It is easy to learn. B. It will be useful. C. It is highly recommended.
9. Where was Emma’s grandmother born?
A. In China. B. In Russia. C. In England.
10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Classmates. B. Father and daughter. C. Teacher and student.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。
11. How did the man improve his public speaking skills?
A. By taking free courses.
B. By talking to famous people.
C. By watching online speeches.
12. What does the man like best about Khan Academy?
A. It costs nothing. B. It covers many subjects. C. It offers personalized learning.
13. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Useful apps. B. Learning difficulties. C. Daily schoolwork.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What did Alex mainly post about when he started his channel?
A. Everyday life. B. Filming tips. C. Sports news.
15. What inspired Alex to shift his content focus?
A. His desire to create videos.
B. His experience at a food bank.
C. His interaction with restaurants.
16. Why did other restaurants get on board?
A. Alex called constantly.
B. Joe’s Pizza tried the idea.
C. Food banks persuaded them.
17. How did Ms. Rivera’s reaction affect Alex?
A. It encouraged him. B. It confused him. C. It interested him.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. What is the main duty of the assistant?
A. Gallery tidying. B. Sales promotion. C. Visitor service.
19. What benefit can the gallery staff get?
A. Working from home.
B. Attending free art lessons.
C. Buying artworks at lower prices.
20. What does the position require?
A. An art degree. B. Communication skills. C. Experience in computing.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
With holiday greenery, shining lights, and outdoor fun, winter can be a magical season. Here are some of the best destinations for an East Coast winter vacation.
Stowe, Vermont
For the perfect mountain vacation, choose Stowe, Vermont, known as the Ski Capital of the East. Head to the Stowe Mountain Resort, the state’s highest peak, for more than 116 ski trails and other winter activities like dog sledding (雪橇), ice skating, and snowshoe tours. Want a break? Head to town for sweet treats or local beer. Stop into Stowe Maple Products for a souvenir.
Savannah, Georgia
With mild year-round temperatures, this coastal Georgia city is the perfect winter getaway. Walk around the Historic District’s 22 public squares featuring 30 acres of greenery and a unique central fountain. The city is also a top destination for foodies. Stop by The Grey for seasonal and regional dishes; or Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room for Southern favorites.
Kennebunkport, Maine
A well-known summer destination, Kennebunkport is also ideal for a romantic or adventure-packed weekend getaway in winter. In December, the town hosts an 11-day Christmas Prelude celebration with an impressive tree, craft fairs, and light displays. Throughout winter, visitors can cross-country ski or hike through thick forests.
Miami, Florida
Looking for an urban beach getaway? Head to Miami, where it stays warm. The city offers everything from sandy beaches to amazing architecture. The Miami Design District is full of high-end shops, galleries, and Instagram-worthy sculptures. There is also an outdoor museum spotlighting graffiti and street art.
21. Which type of travelers might be most interested in Stowe?
A. Wine taster. B. City explorers.
C. Window shoppers. D. Adventure seekers.
22. Where can visitors enjoy a festival atmosphere in December?
A. Stowe, Vermont. B. Savannah, Georgia.
C. Kennebunkport, Maine. D. Miami, Florida.
23. What feature do Savannah and Miami share?
A. They enjoy pleasant temperatures. B. They have plenty of green plants.
C. They offer diverse art experiences. D. They provide many tasty choices.
B
I first encountered the classics in university when I was pursuing a degree in English literature. But combining a lack of life experience with exams, deadlines and a desire for good grades, I didn’t get the chance to sit with them, take them apart and see how they really work.
Some 40 years later, I became an editor. A colleague suggested I read some classics and break them down into simple parts. I was interested. We made a list and I chose to reread many books I had once loved. I was curious to see how they would land decades later. Would they still matter? Could my tech-broken attention handle a long novel like Middlemarch?
Reading Middlemarch when you’re 19 is very different from reading it when you’re 60. So much of Eliot’s work on marriage, relationships, and expectations went unnoticed by my younger self. And so much of it is laugh-out-loud funny. The attention she pays to even secondary characters and the way she pairs people together who are surely to have intense interactions are masterful. I was so swept away that I texted a friend who had also read Middlemarch in university: “You have to read it again. You won’t believe how good it is.” And how incredibly relevant, even though it was published in 1871. Maybe life has changed since then, but human nature hasn’t.
That’s why rereading classics matters. These books have stood the test of time because their authors understood something about humanity that still touches us and makes us question our motives and choices. In a practical, byte-sized world, reading them helps save what is in danger of being lost: the enjoyment of mastery in language, of characters so alive we might imagine them walking into our living room and of the ability to stand in another person’s shoes and feel what they feel.
24. The author’s classics reading experience in university can be described as
A. shallow B. enjoyable C. complex D. rewarding
25. Why did the author reread the classics?
A. To recall their plots and characters. B. To appreciate writers’ literary skills.
C. To explore their appeal across decades. D. To prove her ability to read long novels.
26. What can be inferred about Middlemarch?
A. It confuses young readers a lot. B. It lacks amusing content.
C. It highlights secondary characters. D. It continues to affect life today.
27. What does the author’s experience show?
A. It is never too late to learn.
B. Like wine, books improve with age.
C. A little learning is a dangerous thing.
D. The more you know, the less you understand.
C
As a child, I never thought twice about the idea of zoos. They felt like a unique opportunity to see unusual animals that I would otherwise never come across, but as I grow older, I’ve realized many ethical (道德的) issues zoos raise.
The ethicality of zoos is a long-standing debate with some considering zoos unethical and others viewing them as essential for protection and research. There’s no clear right or wrong, as the topic is very complex. Instead, we should advocate for animals in captivity (圈养) by ensuring every zoo follows ethical practices.
It is easy to argue that zoos operate for humans and not animals because they want to make profits. Though there are alternatives like animal reserves that typically have less human interaction with animals, zoos still try to help protect animals.
The Henry Doorly Zoo works toward protection through programs of scientific investigation in the fields of reproductive physiology, nutrition and medicine. This allows them to emphasize professional training and research in the protection of endangered species.
A big difference between reserves and zoos is that zoos operate for research and breeding animals, while reserves help animals that can’t live by themselves in the wild. While reserves sound better for animals, the two tackle different aspects of animal care.
Zoos follow the Animal Welfare Act which sets rules for animal care, but AZA accreditation (认证) sets an even higher bar, evaluating everything from animal welfare to safety and education. AZA-accredited zoos show a strong commitment to providing a high-quality environment for animals and an enriching experience for guests, while non-accredited ones face more issues with medical care and record-keeping, demonstrating that we need to find a new way to make zoos accountable.
Maybe keeping animals in captivity isn’t the answer, but we have a responsibility to take care of animals. There isn’t a clear answer on whether zoos should be around, but it is clear that saving animals has to come first.
28. What did a zoo mean to the author when he was young?
A. A place with ethical problems. B. A wildlife research base.
C. A chance to encounter rare species. D. A profit-making organization.
29. What does the example of the Henry Doorly Zoo illustrate?
A. Zoos’ great efforts to care for animals.
B. The procedure of scientific investigation.
C. The value of professional zoo staff training.
D. Breakthroughs in saving endangered species.
30. What does the underlined word “accountable” in paragraph 6 mean?
A. Educational. B. Responsible. C. Acceptable. D. Commercial.
31. What does the author think of zoos?
A. They fall short of standard. B. They greatly outweigh reserves.
C. They have bright prospects. D. They should ensure animals’ wellbeing.
D
Being more careful in which AI models we use for tasks could potentially save 31.9 terawatt-hours of energy this year alone.
Tiago da Silva Barros at the University of Cote d’ Azur and his colleagues looked at 14 different tasks people use generative AI tools for, ranging from text generation to speech recognition. They then examined public leaderboards for how different models perform. The energy consumption of the models during inference was measured. “Based on the size of the model, we estimated the energy consumption, and then we can use the data for further calculations,” says da Silva Barros.
Their research found that, across all 14 tasks, switching from the best-performing to the most energy-efficient models for each task reduced energy use by 65.8 percent, while only making the output 3.9 percent less useful. They were surprised by how much could be saved.
However, getting users to pick the most efficient models “is unlikely to result in limiting the energy increase, at least for now,” says Chris Preist at the University of Bristol. “Reducing energy per prompt (提示词) will simply allow more customers to be served more rapidly with more complex reasoning options,” he says.
“So, energy savings would require change from both users and AI companies,” says da Silva Barros. “We have to think in the direction of running small models, even if we lose some of the performance,” he says. “And companies, when they develop models, it’s important they share some information on the model which allows the users to understand and evaluate whether the model is very energy consuming or not.”
Sasha Luccioni at Hugging Face points out that any research in this space only relies on external estimates and analysis. “What we need, to do these kinds of more complex analyses, is more data from AI companies,” she says. “This will allow researchers and policy-makers to make informed plans and decisions.”
32. What does the research mainly focus on?
A. Behavior patterns of AI users. B. Energy efficiency of AI models.
C. Estimation of AI performance. D. Methods of AI energy measurement.
33. What is Chris Preist’s major concern?
A. The research results are unreliable.
B. Users won’t adopt green AI models.
C. Energy savings may not actually happen.
D. Quicker AI responses will reduce service quality.
34. What needs to be done according to Tiago da Silva Barros and Sasha Luccioni?
A. Slow down AI progress for now. B. Increase the use of smaller AI models.
C. Develop more powerful AI models. D. Encourage openness from AI companies.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. AI Advances at a Great Cost B. Smarter AI Choices Save Energy
C. AI Consumes Too Much Energy D. AI Future Remains Up in the Air
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How do we push ourselves through and beyond pain in life to allow challenges to become motives for forward-progress? The answer can lie within how we shape our personal narratives (叙事).
At 26, life not-so-gently removed me from the career and community I knew. 36 For two years, I was bedridden, as I did everything in my power to regain strength.
Hard as it was to be “removed” from the life I had previously known, something magical happened when I engaged with the opportunity to become an observer of life. 37 Their narratives began to touch upon the true depth of what it is to be human. One after the other, their stories became powerful tools for recovery and transformation.
How can we frame our stories? 38 What has happened in the past is designed to serve as our springboard, driving us forward to contribute what we’ve learned to others. When psychologist and war survivor Viktor Frankl tells his story in Auschwitz in Man’s Search for Meaning, he does so by speaking sincerely about his own strength and struggles. 39 Through strategic storytelling, unbearable pain can be transformed into insightful lessons to help ease the way for others.
With a shift to delivering value, we each have the ability to draw from our personal journeys to create a better collective future. We can extend our communication beyond the needs of ourselves. 40
A. We grow together as a global society.
B. I was faced with a life-threatening illness.
C. We can uncover the meaning that lies within.
D. This work inspires us to use our past experiences.
E. We plan for the future without negative thoughts.
F. I applied this perspective to studying others’ life stories.
G. Access the past for present support with future-mindedness.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
On the flight to Pisa, I made a new friend. The Italian sitting next to me 41 to be an amusing companion. When I mentioned I was going to Montalcino, he praised Brunello. “The best Italian wine. But the zone of production is so small.”
Once we landed, I went to the car rental office, but was told they had no 42 vehicles. My friend from the plane 43 to be walking past. He drew me aside and said, “ 44 I have a friend who rents vehicles.” He 45 me to an industrial site. There, his friend looked 46 , “To be frank, all our cars are 47 . However...” He continued. “I have a bulldozer (推土机).”
Together they 48 me to believe this was the best option, and I 49 the rental agreement. It took me hours to reach Montalcino.
Over the next few days I fell into a 50 routine. I even made friends there, including a local farmer. When I finished what I came to do, he invited me for a 51 meal. “I wish I could treat you to Brunello. I am just outside the zone of Brunello. The 52 is marked by a stone wall. I’ve attained the permission to pull it down but... Your bulldozer...” He left the sentence 53 .
“Of course,” I said, “Anything to help.” That afternoon, I fired up the bulldozer and 54 the wall.
Next morning he came to see me off and expressed his 55 . I waved goodbye and set off back to Pisa.
41. A. meant B. proved C. pretended D. promised
42. A. spare B. private C. farm D. legal
43. A. happened B. struggled C. refused D. planned
44. A. Apparently B. Unexpectedly C. Generally D. Fortunately
45. A. forced B. drove C. followed D. assigned
46. A. energetic B. apologetic C. annoyed D. satisfied
47. A. outdated B. expensive C. reserved D. ordinary
48. A. reminded B. allowed C. persuaded D. ordered
49. A. signed B. mailed C. checked D. drafted
50. A. stressful B. demanding C. familiar D. productive
51. A. parting B. welcoming C. working D. celebrating
52. A. exit B. path C. property D. boundary
53. A. unclear B. unreasonable C. unfinished D. unsuitable
54. A. looked over B. charged at C. circled around D. leaned against
55. A. ambition B. concern C. curiosity D. appreciation
第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Throughout ancient times, bamboo products were favored 56 workable tools for staying cool during the summer. In ancient China, people 57 (skillful) used bamboo in daily life, making household items and even clothing. Such inventions reflect not only practical 58 (wise) but also the Chinese belief that harmony with nature brings comfort to life.
The history of bamboo clothing 59 (date) back to the Tang Dynasty, when a special fabric called bamboo gauze (薄纱) first appeared. During the Qing Dynasty, bamboo clothing became widely popular and 60 (introduce) to foreign visitors, who were often surprised by how soft and breathable the material felt. Many Western travelers, 61 (see) silk and cotton before, could hardly imagine that clothing made from bamboo could be so light and 62 (comfort). Some businessmen began to take bamboo products abroad, 63 eventually became symbols of Chinese craftsmanship (工艺) and eco-friendly living.
Today, bamboo products are gaining global attention. More international designers are learning from traditional Chinese weaving techniques, hoping to combine them with modern fashion ideas. In this way, bamboo clothing, 64 (recognize) worldwide as green fashion, serves as 65 bridge of cultural exchange, showing how an ancient material connects people around the world.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
假定你是李华，你班英语口语课上将开展以The Spirit of Scientists为主题的分享会。请你写一篇发言稿，内容包括：
(1) 你的理解；
(2) 举例说明。
注意：
(1) 写作词数应为 80 个左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
第二节（满分 25 分）
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。
The final whistle blew and the basketball game was over. The Hawks won again. Abby shouted, leaping from the bench (长凳) and cheering loudly. Thirteen games, thirteen wins — the best record the team had ever had. But Abby hadn’t made much of a contribution. Her playing time totaled only about ten minutes for the entire season. As she walked toward Coach McKenzie and her teammates, she overheard someone saying under their breath that she was basically a cheerleader in a basketball uniform. Her heart sank and tears filled her eyes.
Coach McKenzie praised the whole team and singled out Kathy for her excellent free throws (罚球). Thinking of the countless hours she had spent practicing shots after school, Abby felt like shouting, “I can shoot well too! — if I could just get in the game!”
That evening, Mom drove Abby home silently. She always knew when it was best to say nothing. After finishing homework, Abby grabbed her basketball and rushed outside to practice. Mom came up behind her. Abby sighed, murmuring that she knew she should be satisfied just to be on the team, and launched a jump shot. “Not this time, Abby,” Mom replied, passing the ball back. “I just want to say that I’m proud of you for hanging in there and I believe, your time will come.”
The last game of the season came, and the gym was packed. The crowd erupted as the second half began. Abby watched closely as the players ran up and down the court. The score stayed close, and the Hawks were one point behind with only ten minutes left. “Come on, Hawks,” Abby breathed.
Suddenly, Kathy, the star player, stole the ball but fell hard and got injured when another player ran into her. She couldn’t continue, so the judge approached the bench and told Coach McKenzie that someone had to take Kathy’s place and shoot the two free throws. Coach scanned her reserves. Her eyes landed on Abby, the girl who always stayed late to practice.
注意：
(1) 续写词数应为 150 个左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
2025~2026学年第一学期期末检测
高二英语 (2026.1)
参考答案
一、听力（每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）
1-5 BAACB 6-10 ACBCB 11-15 CCAAB 16-20 BACCB
二、阅读（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节（每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）
21-23 DCA 24-27 ACDB 28-31 CABD 32-35 BCDB
第二节（每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
36-40 BFGDA
三、语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节（每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
41-45 BAADB 46-50 BCCAD 51-55 ADCBD
第二节（每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
56. as 57. skillfully 58. wisdom 59. dates 60. was introduced
61. having seen 62. comfortable 63. which 64. recognized 65. a
备注：若 57 和 64 小题变英式拼法 skilfully 和 recognised 不扣分，但不建议这样变。
四、写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
One possible version:
Good morning, everyone!
To me, the spirit of scientists means never giving up on exploring the unknown and always putting human needs first. It’s about staying determined even when challenges arise. Take Tu Youyou as an example. When trying to find a treatment for malaria, she studied ancient Chinese medical texts, did over 200 experiments, and even tested the extract on herself. Many times, her efforts didn’t work, but she kept going. Finally, her team extracted artemisinin, cutting malaria deaths by millions. Her perseverance and care for others are exactly what the scientist spirit is about.
Let’s carry this spirit in our life and care for human welfare!
第二节（满分 25 分）
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