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树德中学高2024级高二上学期半期考试英语试题 听第8段材料，回答第 10至12题。
10. How much does the woman pay the sports club a month?
命题人：宁夏校区高二英语备课组 审题人：何天美、张娱、姚红
考试时间：120 分钟 总分：150 分 A. £40. B. £20. C. £15.
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分） 11. How often does the woman go kick boxing a week?
A. Once. B. Twice. C. Three times.
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
12. What do we know about the woman?
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
A. She prefers food high in fat.
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
B. She wants to get a bit stronger.
读一遍。
C. She suggests the man have body building classes.
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
听第9段材料，回答第 13至16题。
A. An interview. B. A job. C. A task.
13. What did the woman think of the program on the environment?
2. How much should the man pay altogether?
A. Amazing. B. Informative. C. Interesting.
A. $20. B. $60. C. $70.
14. Which area is polluted?
3. Where should the man go for breakfast?
A. East European countries.
A. To the first floor. B. To the third floor. C. To the fourth floor.
B. The Amazon in Brazil.
4. Who is Helena?
C. Ghana and Indonesia.
A. The woman’s aunt.
B. The woman’s friend. 15. How is Ghana government going to protect the land?
C. The woman’s cousin. A. By planting more trees in the forests.
5. When was Tim born? B. By supporting the growing of crops.
A. On February 24. B. On February 28. C. On February 29. C. By protecting rivers around the land.
第二节 16. Why does Indonesia have a population problem?
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 A. Its land is too small.
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，
B. Lots of foreigners move there.
各小题将给出5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
C. Its birth control is not successful.
听第6段材料，回答第 6、7题。
听第10 段材料，回答第17至20题。
7. What is the probable relationship between Peter Field and the woman?
17. Where did the speaker learn his survival skills?
A. Salesman and customer.
A. In the army.
B. Boss and secretary.
B. In a survival school.
C. Customer and secretary.
C. At a camping site.
7. When would the man like to meet Peter Field?
18. How much does the basic survival course cost per person?
A. On the 3rd. B. On the 4th. C. On the 9th.
A. $220. B. $200. C. $190.
听第7段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
19. When does the extreme survival course take place?
8. What does the man most probably do?
A. In cold and wet months.
A. A sales representative.
B. On sunny days.
B. A shop owner.
C. A newspaper reporter. C. Throughout the year.
9. What does the man suggest the woman do? 20. What can people learn to do in the extreme survival course?
A. Bring down the price. A. Build a shelter.
B. Read an ad for the cleaner. B. Use gas cookers.
C. Know about the advantages of the cleaner. C. Put up a tent.
高二英语 2025-12 第1页 共5页第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分 5 0分） B
第一节（共 15小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 3 7.5 分） A Journey to the Next Shore
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。 In the heart of a bustling city, a young boy named Jim dreamed of becoming a great artist.
A From a tender age, he was fascinated by colors, shapes, and the beauty of creation. However, he
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26. How did Jim’s participation in local art competitions benefit him?
21. What is not allowed to be taken onto the plane by a passenger?
A. It helped him win scholarships to study abroad.
A. A 100ml bottle of cream. B. Medical equipment.
B. It assuredly enhanced his determination and love for art.
C. A bag that is 120cm long. D. A gas bottle.
C. It allowed him to meet famous artists and learn from them.
22. When must a passenger speak with the manager about taking over 100ml of liquid medicine
D. It provided him with a steady income to support his art career.
onto their flight?
27. What is the passage intended to tell us?
A. After they get on the plane. B. Six hours before their flight.
A. A measure of “you are great” matters.
C. When they arrive at the airport D. At least one day before their flight.
B. A great teacher leads you to the truth directly.
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weighs 13 kilos? D. Nothing beats the feeling of being recognized and praised.
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高二英语 2025-12 第2页 共5页C D
In oceans across the globe, a tiny jellyfish (水母) species shows a remarkable death-defying Fooled by Randomness is a famous book in Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s landmark Incerto series,
ability. After reaching sexual maturity, this jellyfish can turn back into its young form and then an investigation of luck, uncertainty, probability, human error, risk, and decision-making in a
mature again—a process similar to a butterfly turning back into a caterpillar and then changing world we don’t understand.
into a butterfly again. The deep-sea creature’s life cycle could theoretically be repeated forever, Now in a striking new hardcover edition, Fooled by Randomness is the word-of-mouth
earning this species, called Turritopsis dohrnii, the nickname: the “immortal jellyfish”. sensation that will change the way you think about business and the world. Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Like a typical jellyfish, T. dohrnii begins its life as a free-floating larva (幼体) and matures — seasoned trader, renowned risk expert, knowledgeable scholar, and New York Times bestselling
author of The Black Swan — has written a modern classic that turns on its head what we believe
into a branching, plant-like polyp (水螅体). From there, multiple young jellyfish grow out of the
about luck and skill.
polyp and turn into adults. However, the difference is that when an adult T. dohrnii is damaged or
This book is about luck — or more precisely, about how we perceive and deal with luck in
stressed, instead of dying, it absorbs its own arms and becomes a blob that settles to the sea floor.
life and business. Set against the backdrop of the most notable forum in which luck is mistaken for
Over the next day and a half, this blob transforms into a new polyp, which can then form more
skill — the world of trading — Fooled by Randomness provides captivating insight into one of the
jellyfish. Therefore, though T. dohrnii may be eaten by predators, it does not die of old age.
least understood factors in all our lives. Writing in an entertaining narrative style, the author
A new study compared T. dohrnii to T. rubra, a related jellyfish species that undergoes
tackles major intellectual issues related to the underestimation of the influence of happenstance on
normal aging. Compared to its relative, researchers found that T. dohrnii has twice as many genes
our lives.
that repair and protect DNA. This allows T. dohrnii to generate more restorative proteins. The book is populated with a number of characters, some of whom have grasped, in their
Researchers also found differences in several other genes, including those associated with own way, the significance of chance: the baseball legend Yogi Berra; the philosopher of
replication and the stem cell population. These differences may be key to the jellyfish’s knowledge Karl Popper; the modern financier George Soros; and the Greek voyager Odysseus. We
immortality. also meet the fictional Nero, who seems to understand the role of randomness in his professional
Researchers say these findings could help humans—but not in the exact same way. They life but falls victim to his own irrational foolishness.
believe their study could help find better answers to the many diseases associated with aging. They However, the most recognizable character of all remains unnamed — the lucky fool who
also hope a better understanding of these jellyfish genes might inspire regenerative medicine for happens to be in the right place at the right time — he embodies the “survival of the least fit.” Such
humans. individuals attract devoted followers who believe in their mentor’s (导师) insights and methods.
28.Why does the author mention a butterfly in the first paragraph? But no one can copy what is obtained by chance.
Are we capable of distinguishing the fortunate charlatan (冒充内行的人) from the genuine
A. To explain the aging process of T. dohrnii.
innovator? Must we always try to uncover nonexistent messages in random events? It may be
B. To emphasize the small size of T. dohrnii.
impossible to guard ourselves against the unpredictability of the goddess Fortuna, but after reading
C. To present the living habits of T. dohrnii.
Fooled by Randomness we can be a little better prepared.
D. To show the special life cycle of T. dohrnii. 32. What is Fooled by Randomness mainly about?
29.How does T. dohrnii differ from other jellyfish species? A. The success of modern traders.
A. It can avoid dying of old age. B. The importance of skill in trading.
C. The role of luck in life and business.
B. It goes through a polyp stage.
D. The impact of human errors on decision-making.
C. It can transform to defend itself.
33. What’s the purpose of mentioning the characters in paragraph 4?
D. It has very few natural enemies.
A. To highlight the significance of their achievements.
30. What is paragraph 3 mainly about? B. To emphasize their success in the trading world.
A. The specific findings of the new study. C. To illustrate how foolishness always leads to failure.
D. To show examples of those who understood randomness.
B. The social significance of the research.
34. What does “lucky fool” in paragraph 5 really refer to?
C. The detailed procedures of the research.
A. A trader known for their skill and achievements.
D. The possible limitations of the new study.
B. A scholar famous for their insights and methods.
31. What can be a suitable title of the text?
C. Someone who owes their success to skill, ignoring luck.
A. Predators of the Deep: How the “Immortal Jellyfish” Survives through Various Conditions. D. A person who foolishly undervalues hard work and devotion.
B. Unlocking Immortality: The Genetic Secrets of the Jellyfish That Reverses Aging. 35. According to the passage, what mistake do people often make?
A. They overestimate their personal abilities.
C. From Polyp to Jellyfish: The Unique Lifecycle of a Deep-Sea Jellyfish.
B. They overlook significant events in daily life.
D. Human Immortality on the Horizon? Lessons from a Jellyfish.
C. They depend heavily on guidance from mentors.
D. They fail to see how chance affects their success.
高二英语 2025-12 第3页 共5页第二节（共 5小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分） To her surprise and 53 , her granddaughter drank her milk without any problems,
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 which seemed to prove her daughter’s choice. The grandmother’s video, which 54 her
thoughtful reflection on this experience, quickly gained over 100,000 views. Many viewers praised
项。
her for her 55 , with comments like “Protect this sweet woman at all costs” and “Oh how
AI’s Place in Today’s Schools
I wish my MIL (mother-in-law) was like you.” Her story reminds us that sometimes, the greatest
Artificial intelligence is entering classrooms worldwide. This technology brings exciting
act of love is to trust and step back.
possibilities for both teachers and students.
41．A．insights B．assumptions C．doubts D．concerns
Personalized learning stands out as a key benefit. 36 They then offer exercises
matching that student’s level and speed. For example, a student struggling with math might get
42．A．upbringing B．growth C．development D．treatment
simpler problems first. This approach helps everyone progress more effectively. 43．A．sign B．issue C．event D．clue
Teachers gain valuable support from AI too. Grading homework and tests takes less time 44．A．mode B．passion C．approach D．routine
with AI assistance. Teachers can then focus more on guiding students directly. Furthermore, AI 45．A．lunch B．dinner C．bed D．breakfast
identifies topics where many students face difficulties. 37
46．A．primary B．only C．previous D．final
Accessibility improves significantly with AI. Students with hearing challenges can use tools
47．A．claims B．rights C．doubts D．beliefs
that turn speech into text. Those with vision problems can have texts read aloud. Such tools ensure
48．A．fearing B．expecting C．witnessing D．doubting
learning materials reach everyone. 38
49．A．change B．respect C．delay D．admire
39 AI handles schedules and tracks resources efficiently. Finding free classrooms
or books takes minutes instead of hours. This efficiency frees staff's time for more important tasks.
50．A．responsibility B．option C．authority D．ambition
Of course, multiple challenges remain. Protecting student data is extremely important. 51．A．questioned B．denied C．emphasized D．realized
40 We must address these issues carefully. Still, AI clearly offers powerful ways to improve 52．A．parenting B．accompanying C．coaching D．surviving
education for many when used wisely. 53．A．regret B．relief C．enthusiasm D．embarrassment
A. School management also becomes smoother.
54．A．exhibited B．cancelled C．grasped D．implied
B. AI tools can study how each student learns best.
55．A．maturity B．persistence C．patience D．loyalty
C. Therefore, classrooms become more inclusive places.
第二节（共 10小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
D. Thus, education extends beyond traditional classrooms.
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。
E. Teachers often require extra training to use AI effectively.
F. This insight allows teachers to adjust their lessons accordingly. Not long ago, a woman living in the US purchased a Chinese-made electric tricycle. This
G. Without proper protection, student data may fall into wrong hands. particular vehicle, commonly 56 (see) in China’s rural areas, quickly attracted the
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分） attention of many locals. With its low-carbon features, simple operation and 57 (afford)
price, this tricycle demonstrates the growing appeal of Chinese products globally.
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
To expand the international market, manufacturers of electric tricycles have conducted
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。
investigations into the road conditions and local usage habits of the target market, tailoring the
TikTok user@mommom.maria has become a popular figure for frequently posting about her
tricycles 58 (suit) local needs. A typical example is the development of an advanced
experiences as a grandma. She recently shared some deep 41 when talking about how to
braking (刹车) system for foreign users, 59 one foot could control all three brakes at the
deal with disagreements with her daughter regarding her granddaughter’s 42 . In a heartfelt
same time.
video, she recounted a recent babysitting experience that brought this 43 to the forefront.
Since the beginning of this year, 60 number of orders placed by American consumers
The grandmother explained that her 13-month-old granddaughter had a(n) 44 of
for Chinese-made electric tricycles has been increasing 61 (dramatic). As China’ s
drinking milk from a sippy(吮吸)cup with a straw twice a day: once in the morning and once
electric vehicle technology continues to improve 62 the awareness for the environment
before 45 . When her daughter, as the 46 caregiver, instructed her to put the milk in
grows, the company 63 (replace) traditional gas-fueled tricycles with electric engines,
the sippy cup before sleep, the grandmother had some 47 . She felt that her granddaughter
which has been popular in markets like Southeast Asia, Russia, North America, South America
was still too young to handle such a cup effectively, 48 potential choking risks or spills.
and Africa.
Despite these personal concerns, the grandmother chose to 49 her daughter’s
The increasing presence of Chinese three-wheelers in global markets is, 64 a doubt, a
decisions. She recognized that, as a parent, her daughter had the right and 50 to make
shining example of the competitiveness of China’s manufacturing industry. Through non-stop
decisions about her child’s education. The grandmother’s role, she 51 , was to provide
innovation and industrial redesigning and restructuring, made-in-China products have successfully
love, support, and assistance when needed, not interrupting the 52 choices made by her
improved their quality and brand value, 65 (enhance) their competitiveness on the
daughter and son-in-law.
world stage.
高二英语 2025-12 第4页 共5页第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 注意:
第一节 (满分20分) 1. 续写词数应为80左右；
假如你是学生会主席李华，学校英语文化节将举办题为 Is AI a contributor or a threat 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
to artistic creation? 的辩论赛。请你给外教Mr. Nelson写信，邀请他担任评委。内容包括： It was then that my moment of courage arrived, inspiring me to act.
1. 辩论赛的意义； 2. 评委会构成及活动安排。
_______________________________________________________________________________
注意：
_______________________________________________________________________________
1.词数100左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，使行文连贯；
Dear Mr. Nelson,
Respectfully Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（满分20分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The excited sound of seventh-grade laughter and voices spilled down the hallway as the
students filed into the gym. I weaved my way through the mass of people and sat down next to my
best friend, Lauren.
“So, what exactly are we doing here?” she questioned.
“Well, according to Mrs. Marks, we’re supposed to be listening to a speech about bullying and
peer pressure.”
As soon as the speaker started talking, I snapped to attention. She had this way about her, as if
she knew how to reach into our minds and souls and make us think. I thought about the kids who
came to school every day, despite knowing that they would have to face cruel comment all day
long.
One boy, in particular, came to mind. Every day, this boy came to school late, and I suspected
it was because he needed to get medicine from the nurse. But this didn’t stop kids in the class from
making fun of him. The boy would put his head down on his desk in shame. The worst, though,
was when he tried to fight back. His attackers only laughed and continued the cruelty until the
entire room was laughing at his expense.
As I sat in the auditorium, absorbing everything the speaker had to say, thoughts of this poor
boy crept into my head.
“Now, before I leave today, I would like to give everyone here an opportunity to say anything
he or she wants to on the subject of bullying or peer pressure. You may apologize to a friend, thank
someone for his or her kindness, anything, And this is the one time I can promise that no one, will
laugh at you.”
The stillness in the room made me believe her. Slowly, I saw a few hands raise tentatively (犹
豫地) in the air behind me, One girl wanted to apologize to a friend she had been ignoring recently.
Another thanked a boy for his kindness when she slipped on the steps the other day.
It was then that my moment of courage arrived, inspiring me to act.
高二英语 2025-12 第5页 共5页树德中学高2024级高二上学期半期考试英语试题参考答案 W: This is the third floor. The dining room is on the fourth floor, but it’s only open for lunch and
dinner. In the morning we use the coffee bar on the first floor, or you can eat in your room.
听力：1—5 ACACB 6—10 BCACC 11—15 BACAB 16—20 CABAA
Text 4
阅读理解：21--23 DDA 24--27 DABA 28-31DAAB 32-35 C D C D
M: Is there anyone that you don’t like in your family?
七选五： 36-40 BFCAG
W: I really don’t like Helena. But she is my mother’s sister’s daughter, so I have no choice but to
完型填空：41-45 AABDC 46-50ACABA 51-55CABAA
see her every Christmas and pretend I actually like her.
语法填空：
Text 5
56．seen 57．affordable 58．to suit 59．where 60．the
M: Are you going to Tim’s party on Saturday?
61．dramatically 62．and 63．has replaced 64．without 65．enhancing
W: Yes. It must be strange being born on 29 February as he only has a birthday every four years.
书面表达：
M: No, actually his birthday is on Friday.
Dear Mr. Nelson,
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I am Li Hua, Chairman of the Student Union, writing to sincerely invite you to serve as a
W: Good morning, Swiftcom.
judge for our upcoming English Culture Festival debate.
M: Hello, this is Martin Smiths. I’m ringing about an appointment with Peter Field.
The debate, entitled "Is AI a contributor or a threat to artistic creation," aims to stimulate
W: Oh, yes, Mr. Field’s sorry he couldn’t confirm the arrangement yesterday. He had to check his
students' critical thinking regarding technological advancement. It provides an ideal platform to
diary about the fourth.
foster both analytical skills and English language proficiency through meaningful discussion.
M: Is it OK?
The judging panel will comprise three English teachers alongside two esteemed foreign
W: Well, that or the ninth.
experts like you. Scheduled for next Friday afternoon in the school auditorium, the event will run
M: The ninth suits me better.
from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, featuring opening arguments, rebuttals, and concluding remarks.
W: Fine, I’ll tell him.
Were you to honor us with your presence, your professional insights would prove invaluable.
Text 7
We genuinely hope you can join us for this intellectually engaging occasion.
W: Good morning, I saw an ad for your Clean Steam carpet cleaner in the newspaper and I think it
Respectfully Yours,
might be useful for me. I run a small shop that sells carpets.
Li Hua
读后续写范文： M: Thank you for your interests. The Clean Steam is one of our most popular products. It is very
popular as soon as it comes onto the market. We have many satisfied customers.
It was then that my moment of courage arrived, inspiring me to act .With trembling
W: Well, it does seem like a product of high quality, but I’m worried about the price. It’s quite
hands and a pounding heart, I rose to my feet and recounted the story of the boy in my class. I
expensive compared to similar cleaners.
described the cruel teasing he endured and our unawareness of his pain. Overwhelmed by emotion,
M: Why don’t we schedule a time when I can show you all of its advantages? You’ll see that it’s
I urged my classmates to put an end to the cruelty. As I finished speaking, a soft round of clapping
well worth the price.
started in the front of the room, spreading throughout the entire audience. In the following days I
Text 8
noticed subtle changes .The teasing stopped completely and students started greeting the boy with
M: Hey, Miranda! You are looking good! Have you been on a diet?
genuine kindness. I realized that a single act of courage didn’t just help one person –it wakened the
W: No way! You know me! I love sweets and fatty things too much. But what I have done is
kindness in us all.
joining the new sports club in Hill Street.
M: I went there after school just after it opened in October, but I thought 40 pounds a month was
听力原文：
too much.
Text 1
W: It’s 40 if you don’t become a member. If you become a member it’s half that. And I get a
M: Don’t worry. You have the experience.
student discount which brings it down by another 5 pounds!
W: Thanks for saying that.
M: That’s pretty good! Do they have body building? I need to get a bit stronger.
M: They want someone who works well with people. You’ve got to show them how easy-going
W: Yes. There is a class at 7 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. every day. There is also a great kick boxing
and reliable you are! You should have done fine in the interview.
class on Wednesdays and Fridays which I go to.
W: I hope so.
M: Great! I think it’s time I joined too.
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W: The ticket is twenty dollars each for adults and half price for children and students.
M: Did you see that program on the environment last night? It was so interesting!
M: All the three of us are adults, but one is a kid.
W: Yeah, I think so. The amazing Amazon! I never knew it was the biggest rainforest in Brazil.
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M: Yeah, but I was so shocked to learn from the program that the East European countries are so
M: Excuse me. Is this the right floor for the restaurant?
polluted.
高二英语 2025-12 第6页 共5页W: Yeah, heavy metals from coal mining have heavily polluted much of the area’s waters. They
said the rivers and trees and forests are so polluted that they are all dead.
M: Yeah, that’s true. And I found the section of Ghana and Indonesia the most informative and
amazing.
W: Oh, I must have missed them because I was having dinner.
M: It was quite alarming(令人担忧的) in some parts. They were talking about how the rapid
population growth of Ghana has caused the removal of the forests.
W: How are they going to protect the land?
M: The government has sponsored the growing of crops to make money.
W: What about Indonesia? Don’t they have a population problem too?
M: Yes. In fact a very bad one. They said it was because most Indonesians are against birth control
so the population problem is hard to deal with.
W: That explains a lot.
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M: Good evening and thank you for coming to find out about the Hillside Survival School. My
name’s David Johnson: I started the school and I’m the school’s chief instructor. I learned my
survival skills while I was in the army, and before starting the Hillside Survival School, I worked
at various camping sites.
So, let me tell you about what happens on some of our courses. The most popular course is our
basic survival course which lasts a weekend and takes place throughout the year. This course
teaches you the basic skills that you need to survive in the wilderness and costs two hundred
dollars per person. Come and join us! Imagine how much more fun you’ll have on a sunny
weekend here than you just lie on the sofa at home.
If you want an even bigger challenge, our extreme survival course takes place between November
and February when the conditions are more difficult. These courses cost two hundred and twenty
dollars per person. If you come with a group of more than ten people, each of you will get a 10%
discount. The extreme survival course teaches you to survive in a wet and cold environment. No
tents, no gas cookers; just you and the wilderness. You learn to find food and cook it over an open
fire. You learn to build a shelter and then you actually sleep in it. You will probably be surprised
how well you can work under difficult conditions through this course.
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