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三湘名校教育联盟·2025 年上学期高二期中考试
英语
本试卷共 8 页。全卷满分 150 分,考试时间 120 分钟。
注意事项:
1.答题前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在本试卷和答题卡上。
2 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应的答案标号涂黑,如
有改动﹐用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案;回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡
上,写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节,满分 30 分)
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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例:How much is the shirt?
A.￡19.15. B.￡9.18. C.￡9.15.
答案是 C。
1. How did the man get to the museum?
A. By train. B.By bus. C. By taxi.
2. Where does the conversation most probably take place?
A. In the classroom. B.At home. C. In a hospital.
3. When will the woman's flight take off?
A.This Friday. B.This Saturday. C. This Sunday.
4.What does the man mean?
A.It's extremely hot outside.
B.He wants to go swimming.
C. Swimming is good for health.
5. What does the woman think of building a school now?
A.It is good timing to build it.B.It should have been built earlier.
C.She doubts the effect of the plan.
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,BC
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。
听下面一段材料,回答第 6、7 题。
6. What caused the man to fail in his geography course?
A.Tight schedules. B.Difficult questions. C. Poor preparations.
7. What did the woman do for an exam?
A.Make some flashcards.
B. Review her notes repeatedly.
C.Get the general idea of a topic.
听下面一段材料﹐回答第 8 至 10 题。
8. Why does the man make the call?
A.To place an order.
B.To inquire his delayed delivery.
C.To complain about the package.
9.How long can the man wait?
A.Two hours. B.Thirty minutes. C. Forty minutes.
10. What service will the woman offer?
A. Priority delivery. B.Full refund. C.Free shipping.
听下面一段材料,回答第 11 至 13 题。
11. What are they talking about?
A. A home decoration plan.
B. The borrowing of a chair.
C. The benefits of painting.
12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Colleagues.
13. What is Bill doing?A. Painting the chair. B.Sitting on the chair. C.Decorating the walls.
听下面一段材料,回答第 14 至 17 题。
14.What does Kevin think of abstract art?
A.It has lasting artistic value.
B.It makes little sense to him.
C.It appeals mainly to children.
15. What impression did the first painting give the woman?
A. Hopefulness. B.Nervousness. C. Coldness.
16. What color was used for the background in the second painting?
A.Green. B.Purple. C. Red.
17. What will Kevin probably do this Saturday?
A. Attend an art class. B. Visit an exhibition. C. Buy an abstract painting.
听下面一段独白,回答第 18 至 20 题。
18.How many of the top 10 winners are from Peru?
A.One. B.Two. C.Three.
19. Where does Korenc Karel come from?
A.Zambia. B.The United States. C.The Czech Republic.
20. What does Markus Hanisch say about Shaolin kung fu?
A. It encourages people to keep a healthy lifestyle.
B.It plays an important role in his personal growth.
C.It promotes cultural exchanges between countries.
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
A Guide to Diving in the Galpagos Islands
Diving in the Galdpagos Islands is a dream come true for all divers， often
featured high on adventurous divers’ bucket lists. Whether you're a beginner seeking
gentle waters alive with marine(海洋的）life，or an experienced diver thirsty forexciting encounters，the Galdpagos Islands always has something extraordinary to
offer.
The Best Time for Diving
Galapagos is a year-round destination. When it comes to diving，the best time to
see unique animals is during the dry season，from June to November. During this
period，waters are cooler，offering enhanced visibility and increased opportunities to
witness hammerhead sharks and turtles，among others.
Essential Equipment
Mask，snorkel，and fins provide clear vision underwater and enable you to move
swiftly through the water. Wetsuit and hood keep you warm and comfortable from
cold waters. The regulator is a vital device that connects to the air tank，allowing you
to breathe effortlessly underwater while reducing the air's intense pressure. The dive
computer tracks the depth，dive time，and decompression(减压)limits.
Levels of difficulty
Beginner dives are ideal for newcomers， which offer calm waters， minimal
currents, an eye-opening view of biodiversity and depths under 12
meters.Intermediate dives are suitable for divers confident in open waters，reaching
depths of up to 30 meters.Advanced dives feature strong currents，limited visibility，
and depths beyond 30 meters，and adventurous spirit is a must.
Top Dive Sites Recommended
Kicker Rock-Encounter eagle rays and vibrant schools of fish.
Santa Fe—Enjoy crystal-clear waters and playful sea lions.
North Seymour—Explore a vast sandy bottom at 15 meters.
Mosquera-Brave rough waters and spot black-tip reef sharks.
21. When can divers best observe unique animals in the Galapagos?
A. In January. B.In March. C.In September. D.In December.
22. What is one key use of a dive computer?
A. Reducing air pressure. B.Helping manage diving conditions.
C. Controlling wetsuit temperature. D.Showing underwater location.
23. Which dive site most suits an advanced diver seeking a challenge?A.Santa Fe. B.Kicker Rock. C. Mosquera. D.North Seymour.
B
This summer，the flavor of freshly baked bread and spices filled the Crissy Field
Center-not from chefs，but from middle schoolers in the Urban Trailblazers program
perfecting their kitchen skills.From food history to food-centered field trips， the
program allowed them to use their senses to engage more deeply with the natural
world.“We want young people to thoughtfully consider their decisions they were
making at grocery stores and ecological footprint.” said Ernesto Pepito，the program's
director.
The six-week program began with the basics of reading，writing，and presenting
recipes.Students’ first assignment? Bring in a dish with cultural or personal
significance.Classes included practicing knife skills， exploring heat control， and
pairing flavors by themselves. They developed a rich vocabulary as well to describe
what they were doing.
Students also stepped out to gain deeper insight into food origins.On a field trip
to Ale-many Farm，they journaled their sensory experiences among rows of ripening
produce.A visit to the Marin Farmers' Market introduced them to local farmers，
sustainable growing practices， and unfamiliar fruits and vegetables. Students also
visited the Japanese Tea Garden and Conservatory of Flowers and realized there's
more to explore，even in their own backyards.
Back in the kitchen，bread week was a hit.After exploring the history of bread
across cultures，each student selected a recipe to research，bake，and present.By
sharing the stories behind their loaves，they wove history，tradition，and personal
meaning into their creations.
Over time，the students not only mastered recipes but also developed confidence.
Sam Tran，Middle School Programs manager at the Crissy Field Center，recalled a
student who initially had no interest in cooking."By the end，he was experimenting at
home with his dad,baking loaf after loaf of banana bread.”
“Actually，that is an outcome we didn't foresee,” Pepito added."But it's reallypowerful that young people cross that threshold(门槛)of fear around trying something
in the kitchen，and are able to bring that home.”
24.What are students expected to do according to Paragraph 1 ?
A. Learn expert cooking skills. B.Support eco-friendly agriculture.
C. Promote healthy eating habits. D.Connect food choices with nature.
25.How do the classes and field trips of the program benefit students?
A.By employing experiential learning.
B.By following step-by-step cooking rules.
C.By clarifying food theories and history.
D.By assigning independent research tasks.
26.What does the underlined word“that”in the last paragraph refer to?
A. Creating personal recipes. B.Developing a different hobby.
C.Gaining newfound confidence. D.Building a closer family bond.
27. Which of the following is a suitable title for this text?
A. In the Kitchen and Beyond B.How Cooking Shapes Young Minds
C.A New Generation of Chefs D.Exploring Food from Farm to Table
C
As the awards season approaches，students and teachers will gather to celebrate
academic performance， citizenship， leadership and extracurricular(课 外 的 )
excellence.Schools bill these awards as a way to recognize students' achievements.
But are they a good idea?
The philosophy behind these awards is to solidify positive behaviors and
encourage students to excel. This concept is rooted in behaviourism to education，a
psychological theory that suggests external rewards can shape behavior. But such
rewards do not necessarily lead to lasting engagement.Once the desire for reward fade，
the behavior often doesn't stick.
Research has also shown awards can sometimes do more harm than good. When
students focus on earning an award rather than enjoying the activity，their motivation
shifts from internal to external. This means they might participate only for the sake ofthe award， rather than for the joy of learning or personal growth.A US study of
school-aged children found that those who said“I ask questions in class because l
want to learn new things”achieved higher academic success than those who said“I like
school subjects where it's pretty easy to just learn the answers”.Beyond affecting
motivation， awards can also lead children to grow dependent on external
recognition.When kids get used to seeking approval through awards， they may
struggle to find self-worth in their own efforts.
For the kids who don't receive awards，they may feel inadequate or discouraged，
especially if the same few children are always celebrated. This situation can create a
fixed mindset where kids think their abilities can't change or progress，as opposed to a
growth mindset where students firmly believe they can become better through hard
work，good strategies and help from others.
This is not to say schools should never give students awards.For parents and
educators,whether kids receive an award or not，there are always alternatives to talk
about their achievements at the end of the school year.
28. What is suggested about the impact of awards in Paragraph 2?
A.Temporary. B.Motivating. C.Overestimated. D.Trans-formative.
29.How do awards negatively affect students’ academic performance?
A.They create overconfidence in students.
B.They weaken students’ internal motivation.
C. They mislead students in problem-solving.
D.They discourage students from seeking answers.
30. What distinguishes a growth mindset from a fixed one?
A.Faith in self-improvement. B.Good academic performance.
C. Preference for external approval. D.Active classroom engagement.
31. What will probably be discussed in the following paragraphs?
A. Why schools refuse to give up awards.
B.How to encourage kids beyond awards.
C. Why schools seek alternatives to awards.
D.How to teach kids self-worth without awards.D
From above，cars inching down the highway look like ants. But actual ants manage
to avoid the stop-and-go traffic.Researchers are now learning from ants to program
self-driving cars that don't jam up.
The free flow of traffic becomes unstable as vehicle density(密度)increases on a
highway.At 15 vehicles per mile per track，one driver hitting their brakes(刹车) can
cause a persistent wave of jam. This phenomenon，known as a phase transition，is
similar to how water freezes into ice，explains Nishinari，a mathematical physicist at
the University of Tokyo.
Ants can maintain their flow in high-density conditions. By studying Ochetellus
ants,researchers discovered their secret:they travel in small groups，move at nearly
constant rates,with space between one another—and they don't speed up to pass others.
Human drivers at rush hour，honestly，“are prioritizing personal convenience”，
says study co-author Nicola Pugno. But self-driving cars，if widely adopted，could
be engineered to cooperate like ants. In the future， these vehicles would share
real-time data with nearby cars to facilitate smoother traffic flow by adjusting speed
and spacing or by not overtaking others.
This vehicle network is modeled after how ants coordinate(协 同 )using smells
rather than following a leader.“There is no leader.”explains Pinter-Wollman， a
behavioral scientist currently studying ants at the UCLA，yet their movement remains
organized.And in both ant and vehicle traffic，this decentralized system can be“very，
very strong”and adaptive，Nishinari says.
Still，ants have advantages that self-driving cars lack. Pinter-Wollman points out，
“ Ants simply expand pathways as wide as they please， unlike cars stuck on
highways. When they hit a jam in a tunnel，they just climb the wall or walk on the
ceiling.Plus，ants never crash; if one is in the way，they literally step over it and keep
moving.”
Today's drivers can learn at least one thing from ants to avoid causing a traffic
jam: keep away.Keeping a safe distance from the car ahead prevents braking wavesfrom turning into full-blown traffic jams.“Just keeping away.” he says，can help traffic
flow smoothly.
32.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about?
A. What a phase transition explains.
B. How stable traffic starts to break down.
C. Why vehicle density impacts traffic.
D. When traffic jams become unavoidable.
33. What can self-driving cars do to improve traffic flow ?
A.Communicate purposefully. B.Overtake others intelligently.
C. Function cooperatively. D.Prevent sudden braking smarty.
34.What is a key feature of this ant-inspired network in self-driving cars?
A. Disregarding physical road limitations.
B.Organizing traffic under a single leader car.
C. Adapting by predicting driver behavior.
D. Working through self-organized coordination.
35.In what tone does Pinter-Wollman describe ants' advantages over cars?
A.Scholarly. B.Humorous. C.Reflective. D. Inspirational.
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。
Awareness of the fast fashion's problems is growing，but progress in slow fashion
remains slow.A recent survey revealed that while 74% of shoppers recognize the
environmental impact of their consumption habits and 50% view fast fashion as
harmful，72% still purchase it for the convenience and unbeatable prices. 36 You
don 't even need to buy anything new to start,
First，take care of what you already own.Extend the lifespan of your clothes by
following proper care instructions—machine washing at low temperatures and air
drying whenever possible to conserve energy.Learning basic sewing skills can help
you repair minor wear and tear while stain(污 渍 )removal techniques keep clothes
looking fresh.If mending isn't your strength,consider visiting a tailor or a local repaircafe. 37
Next, shop mindfully.An overflowing closet(衣柜)filled with clothes you only
semi-love or barely wear is often a sign of impulse(冲 动 ) buying. 38 If you
absolutely want to shop，choose well-made，long-lasting pieces.Look for high-quality
fabrics， single-material compositions for easier recycling， or natural fibers that
biodegrade more easily instead of simply choosing items that appear sustainable.
39 Making the most of what you have offers countless possibilities， from
exchanging clothes with friends and borrowing outfits for special occasions to
donating unused items to those who will appreciate them.Online freecycling groups
are also a goldmine for you to give and receive pre-loved clothing without
contributing to waste.
Fast fashion has industrialized clothing into throwaway goods，undermining their
true worth. 40 It 's a lifestyle and a philosophy that acknowledges the real
values of clothing for what it truly represents: the resources，workmanship，and people
behind every piece.
A.Participate in the recycling trend.
B.Embrace the second-hand movement.
C.It can give worn-out pieces a second life.
D.This means it's time to clear out some clothes.
E.Slow fashion is more than just a shopping choice.
F.Before making a purchase，reassess your true needs.
G.Actually，supporting slow fashion is easier than you think.
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 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的
最佳选项。
Last year，anxiety weighed heavily on me，crippling(削弱)my ability to do
anything.I 4l for nearly a year. My 42 was the root of it: I longed to be
excellent at whatever I did，which obviously is impossible，but it 43 me.
One day I attended a presentation by wildlife conservationist Grant Brown at myschool.His words not just inspired me but 44 my desire to make a difference
globally. l joined a pre-presntation dinner with him，a more personal and comfortable
setting that slowly 45 my courage to speak with him one-on-one. This first contact，
once unimaginable，was where my 46 began.
A month later，Brown 47 me to the World Youth Wildlife Conference.Looking
back，I see this invitation as the first of many opportunities my 48 self would have
let slip by，but the new and more confident me 49 seized.Soon，applications for
Youth for Nature and Youth for Planet were sent around through my school. 50 , I
completed the applications and soon became part of a growing global movement for
nature conservation. Each of these new steps kept 51 my confidence.
Now，just six months into this journey，I realize that my greatest obstacle(障碍)
was never 52 it was always my own self-doubt，a voice in my head that 53 so
many people from reaching their potential: I can't. They say good things come to
those who wait，but I say: 54 every opportunity without hesitation.After all，nature
doesn't require our patience，but our 55
41.A. settled B. struggled C. adjusted D. reflected
42.A. heroism B. realism C. individualism D. perfectionism
43.A. urged B. motivated C.consumed D. saddened
44.A. fueled B. dominated C. switched D. followed
45.A. put in B. burnt out C. built up D. watered down
46.A. transformation B. challenge C. identity D. promise
47.A. sent B. attracted C. exposed D.invited
48.A.latter B.former C.recent D. future
49.A. enthusiastically B.fearfully C. reasonably D. contentedly
50.A. Astonished B. Depressed C.Determined D.Satisfied
51.A. shaking B.boosting C. testing D. betraying
52.A. familiar B. inspiring C.limited D.external
53.A. released B. excused C. protected D. discouraged
54.A. grab B.avoid C.cherish D.explore
55.A. dream B. courage C. action D. ability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。
Some historians debate whether Zheng He or Christopher Columbus was the
greater “explorer”.They believe that these two explorers’ goals and. 56
(accomplish)differed significantly. Zheng He's voyages (1405—1433) were primarily
focused on diplomacy(外交) and trade. Commanding a vast fleet(舰队)，he followed
57 ( establish) trade routes，visiting known lands in Southeast Asia，the Indian
Ocean，and the east coast of Africa.His mission was 58 (demonstrate)the power，
build relationships，and expand trade rather than to discover new lands. While his
voyages were grand and technologically advanced，they did not take him into 59_
(complete) uncharted waters.
In contrast，Columbus set out with the specific aim of _ 60 (journey) westward
to reach the East Indies. Instead， his 1492 voyage led him to the Americas, 6l
encounter that greatly reshaped global history by initiating European exploration and
colonization(殖民地化) of new lands. 62 Zheng He，Columbus stepped into
unknown territories，making his voyages fit the traditional definition of exploration.
However， both figures had a far-reaching impact on the world.Zheng He 63
(strength)China's presence in the known world， while Columbus opened a new
chapter in exploration by linking Europe and the Americas. Whether one was more of
an“explorer”than the other depends on 64 we define exploration—either as
discovering unknown lands 65 as expanding a nation's influence through sea
voyages.
第四部分写作(共两节,满分 40 分)第一节（满分 15 分)
假设你是李华,你校将为来自英国的交换生们组织一次为期两天的湖南文化
之旅。请你写一封电子邮件邀请你的交换生好友 Chris 参加,内容包括:
1.活动时间与行程安排;
2.活动亮点﹔
3.表达你的期待。
注意:1.写作词数应为 80 左右﹔
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,___________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
I have a toy，a small stuffed(毛绒的)cat，which has remained one of my most
treasured possessions. I call it VIP-Very Important Pet. It sits on my desk as a
reminder of a moment with my brother.
Luca，my older brother，had autism(自闭症).Most of the time，he stayed quiet.He
never openly expressed his feelings or communicated the way other people did. We
were family，but there was always a quiet distance between us—one that I didn’t fully
understand at the time.
Luca and I attended the same school，but our paths rarely crossed.He was two
grades ahead of me，and though we lived together，our school lives were entirely
separate. I had rarely visited his classroom or expected him to find me.But one thing I
did know was that his class had a reward system where students earned tickets for
good behavior and could trade them for prizes every Friday.Yet Luca never brought
home any prizes. l often wondered why—maybe he wasn't interested，maybe he didn't
earn enough tickets，or maybe he just didn't like waiting for his turn.
Then one day， I remember clearly it was Friday， something unexpected
happened. While I was in class，I reached into my school bag for my folder(资料夹)
and suddenly realized I had taken Luca's by mistake!Remembering l was supposed to
have my own folder，I quickly told my teacher what happened and asked if I could go
to his classroom to exchange the folders. She said yes.As I made my way toward his classroom， a strange mix of excitement and
nervousness settled over me.I had never been there before，and for reasons I couldn't
quite explain，it felt like stepping into an unfamiliar world. When I arrived，I heard a
soft buzz(嗡嗡声) of noise inside. I explained the situation to his teacher，who smiled
knowingly and called Luca over.We exchanged folders， and I turned to leave，
expecting nothing more than a simple trade.
注意:
1.续写词数应为 150 左右;
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
But then Luca signaled for me to wait outside._______________________________
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I stared at the toy，trying to make sense of what had just happened.______________
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