高 2024 级高二下期中期考试英语试题
出题人：周岑岑 审题人：陈菁玭
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。每段对话读两遍。
1. When will the man leave for the party?
A.At about 4:00 p.m. B.At about 4:30 p.m. C.At about 5:30 p.m.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Their hobbies. B. Their schedules. C. Their travel plans.
3. What does the man suggest?
A. Taking the subway. B. Changing the flight. C. Trying another route.
4. What does the woman imply?
A. She is out of shape. B. She dislikes sports. C. She wants to try gymnastics.
5. What is the man’s problem?
A. He missed the meeting. B. He forgot the report at home.
C. He didn’t know the deadline.
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。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Why does the man choose the café downstairs?
A. For its lower price. B. For its better taste. C. For its shorter distance.
7. How much will the woman pay?
A. $12. B. $16. C. $20.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. Why is George at the store?
A. To look for ideas for clothing design.
B. To purchase furniture for a new office.
C. To sell tables and chairs with his friend.
9. What was the man’s last job?
A.Amarket promoter. B.Aclothing designer. C.Acar salesman.
10. What does the woman want to do?
A. Start a business. B. Study marketing. C. Write a book.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11.What did the man do while inAmsterdam?
高二英语第1页共10页A. bought gifts. B. Booked a hotel. C. Rented a car.
12. What does the woman hope for?
A.Ahotel near shops. B.Acheaper room. C.Acity tour guide.
13. What is the Central Garden?
A.Amuseum. B.Ashopping area. C.An amusement park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What does the man say the gold cup was used for?
A. Serving tea. B. Drinking wine. C. Holding soup.
15. Why is the gold cup more valuable today?
A. It was used by the wealthy.
B. It has become extremely rare.
C. It represents a social privilege.
16. What do the speakers plan to do next?
A. Buy a gold cup. B. Take photos of the cup. C. Check out other items.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Why do plants produce sounds?
A. To communicate. B. To speed up growth. C. To defend themselves.
18. How did researchers run the experiment?
A. By tracking the growth of plants.
B. By testing plants' response to noise.
C. By stressing plants in different ways.
19. What happened to the second group of plants?
A. They were not watered.
B. Their stems were cut off.
C. They were left untouched.
20. What may the new software help farmers do?
A. Monitor crop health.
B. Reduce insect damage.
C. Offer planting methods.
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
Hope Starts Here, and It Continues: Celebrating 15Years of Sanctuary of Hope
About This Event
Join Sanctuary(庇护所) of Hope (SOH) as we celebrate 15 years of providing hope,
transformation, and sanctuary to young people in LosAngeles. This special event is a chance to
honor the incredible journey of our organization and the lives we’ve touched.
高二英语第2页共10页Event Details
· Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
· Time: 5:30 PM—8:30 PM
· Location: The Guest House, 4391 W. Mt. Vernon Dr., View Park, CA90043
· Tickets: $100
What to Expect
· Stories of Impact: Hear directly from the young leaders who have been empowered by
SOH's programs and services.
· Exclusive Documentary Sneak peek(独家纪录片抢先看): Get a first look at our
inspiring new documentary, highlighting the Destinations program and mission of Sanctuary of
Hope.
· Networking and Community: Connect with supporters, staff, and other community
members who are passionate about making a difference.
· Delicious Eats & Music
Your attendance (出席) helps us continue our vital work of providing housing, education,
and support to at-risk and low-income youth.
FrequentlyAsked Questions
· Where will the event be held?
Outdoors at a private house, with limited indoor access.
· Will there be enough parking?
Yes, there will be a valet service(代客泊车服务) available along with limited street parking.
· What is the clothing?
California stylish, business or business casual.
21. What do the joiners need to pay for according to the text?
A. Event sign-up. B. Delicious foods.
C. Parking service. D. Documentary view.
22. Who will share stories at SOH?
A. SOH staff. B.Young leaders empowered by SOH.
C. Community supporters. D. Documentary makers.
23. What is the author's purpose in writing the text?
A. To thank donors. B. To entertain readers.
C. To ask for attendance. D. To introduce SOH.
B
A few weeks ago, I called an Uber to take me to the Boston airport for a flight home for the
holidays.As I slid into the back seat of the car, the warm intonations (语调) of the driver’s accent
washed over me in a familiar way.
I learned that he was a recent West African immigrant with a few young children, working
hard to provide for his family. I could relate: I am the daughter of two Ethiopian immigrants who
高二英语第3页共10页made their share of sacrifices to ensure my success. I told him I was on a college break and
headed home to visit my parents. That’s how he found out I go to Harvard. An approving eye
glinted at me in the rearview window (后视镜), and quickly, we crossed the boundaries of rider
and driver. I became his daughter, all grown up — the product of his sacrifice.
And then came the fateful question: “What do you study?” I answered “history and literature”
and the pride in his voice faded, as I knew it might. I didn’t even get to add “and African-
American studies” before he cut in, his voice thick with disappointment, “All that work to get
into Harvard, and you study history?”
Here I was, his daughter, squandering the biggest opportunity of her life. He went on to
deliver the age-old lecture that all immigrant kids know. We are to become doctors (or lawyers, if
our parents are being generous) — to make money and send money back home. The unspoken
demand, made across generations which my Uber driver laid out plainly, is simple: Fulfill your
role in the narrative of upward mobility so your children can do the same.
I used to feel anxious and backed into a corner by the questioning, but now as a junior in
college, I’m grateful for their support more than anything. This holiday season, I’ve promised
myself I won’t huff and get annoyed at their inquiries. I won’t defensively respond with “but I
plan to go to law school” when I get unrequested advice. I’ll just smile and nod, and enjoy the
warmth of the occasion.
24. What disappointed the driver?
A. The sacrifice of the author’s parents.
B. The author’s choice of major at college.
C. The author’s casual attitude towards study.
D. The author’s poor academic performance at Harvard.
25. Which word can replace the underlined word “squandering” in Paragraph 4?
A. Wasting. B. Replacing. C. Valuing. D. Expecting.
26. Why are immigrant kids expected to become doctors or lawyers according to the passage?
A. To gain higher social respect and recognition.
B. To fulfill the unachieved dreams of their parents.
C. To secure financial success and family advancement.
D. To gain easier access to top universities like Harvard.
27. What is the author’s attitude towards the driver’s questioning?
A. Critical. B. Tolerant C. Doubtful. D. Supportive.
C
Named as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024, “brain rot” is defined as the supposed
decline of a person’s mental state as a result of watching too much “unimportant of unchallenging”
content online. While often used jokingly, a new study from Tianjin Normal University suggests
there may be some truth to it.
Researchers examined the brains of 111 students, all regular viewers of short videos, and
高二英语第4页共10页found that those most attached to them had noticeable differences in brain structure. They had
increased grey matter in the orbitofrontal cortex (OFC), the brain area linked to decision-making
and emotional regulation, and in the cerebellum, which plays a role in movement and emotions.
The researchers proposed that constant consumption of feeds might strengthen brain-related
pathways making the habit more deeply rooted.
A second examination showed increased synchronization (同步) in multiple brain areas,
including those involved in self-control and self-reflection. This could indicate difficulties
disengaging from videos and increased social comparison. Participants who scored higher on a
questionnaire measuring “envy” also showed stronger links between video addiction and brain
differences, suggesting that either “envy” fuels social media use or that extended video-viewing
promotes “envy”.
Despite the alarming implications, the study has limitations. Similar concerns about
technology’s impact on the brain have surfaced before, such as claims that digital media have
posed an existential threat. Yet, no conclusive evidence has proven these fears true. Professor
Peter Etchells argues there’s no solid science showing short videos uniquely harm the brain.
A major shortcoming of the study is its cross-sectional design. If the goal were to prove that
watching hours of short videos harms the brain, a more effective approach would be to examine
participants’ brains before and after they consumed different amounts of the supposedly harmful
content.Yet the study was cross-sectional, meaning it only relied on data from a single time point.
There was no before-and-after comparison to show cause and effect. Thus, a healthier approach is
to reflect on media habits, making mindful choices while appreciating the benefits of technology.
28. What is “brain rot” according to paragraph 1?
A.Amedically confirmed illness. B.Arising fashion trend among youth.
C.Awidely recognized cultural term. D.Agrowing awareness of short videos.
29. Which is one of the main findings of the research?
A. Reduced capacity for social comparison.
B. Weakened emotional regulation abilities.
C. Damaged structures in movement-related areas.
D. Increased grey matter in decision-making regions.
30. The author questions the study’s design primarily for its__________.
A. overemphasis on envy-related data B. insufficiency for sample diversity
C. failure to establish cause and effect D. reliance on subjective measurements
31. Which is the best title for the text?
A. Brain Rot: Real Threat or Overstated Fear?
B. Social Media: Mental Stimulation or Brain Harm?
C. Why “Brain Rot” Became Word of theYear?
D. How Social Media Rewires the Human Brain?
高二英语第5页共10页D
Time is something we feel every day — rushing to school, glancing at watches, counting
down minutes. Yet, surprisingly, modern physics struggles to explain why time moves forward at
all. Einstein’s theory of relativity describes time as part of a fixed 4D spacetime, where past,
present, and future coexist like pages in a book. Quantum mechanics (量子力学) does not
naturally treats time as special — many processes could run backward just as well. So where does
time’s flow come from?
A groundbreaking perspective was proposed in 1983 by scientists Page and Wootters. They
proposed that time is an illusion ( 幻 觉 ) created by quantum entanglement ( 纠 缠 ). They
envisioned the universe as a timeless quantum state. When one part acts as a “clock” and
becomes entangled with the rest, time seems to emerge — just like page numbers help us read a
story in order.
Experimental support is accumulating. In a 2024 study, scientists created a model using
entangled quantum magnets and a spring. The entire system was static (静态的), yet the spring’s
state changed over time relative to the clock, demonstrating how time might arise from
entanglement.
But what could serve as the universe’s real clock? Italian physicist Paola Verrucci points to
black holes. They are isolated, highly energetic, and — thanks to Hawking radiation — can
entangle with the outside world. “It’s a perfect clock,” she says. “You can’t touch it, but you can
be linked to it.”
More strikingly, Verrucci argues time’s direction may come from quantum measurement.
Each time we observe reality, possibilities collapse into facts — a one-way process. “You create
time,” she says, “when you ask what time it is.” This view transforms our role from passive
witnesses of time to active participants. Time may not be a pre-existing river carrying us, but a
story we co-write through our interactions with a quantum universe.
32. What can we know from paragraph 1?
A. The theory of relativity views time as independent of space.
B. Modern physics can explain why time moves forward easily.
C. Quantum mechanics specially focuses on the study of time.
D. Our understanding of time varies from physics perspectives.
33. Why did the scientists create the model?
A. To explain the quantum entanglement.
B. To support a timeless quantum state.
C. To show how time comes from entanglement.
D. To confirm time exists in a static universe.
34. Which viewpoint might Verrucci agree with?
A. Hawking radiation generated time. B. There is no ideal clock in universe.
C. Observing time helps to create time. D. Time existed as a river before humans.
35. What is the main purpose of the text?
A. To present the history of quantum mechanics.
B. To explore the origin of time from quantum links.
C. To compare a couple of known spacetime theories.
D. To illustrate technology of quantum entanglement.
高二英语第6页共10页第二节（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。
Fragile. Oversensitive. Glued to their phones. 36 While there may be some truth to
these stereotypical (刻板印象的) features, there might be more to this generation of teens than
what is generally observed.
Never before have the lives of any generation of teens been as flooded with mobile
technology and social media as the teens of this generation. 37 This is in contrast to the
more village spirit or community-oriented attitude of their parents’ and grandparents’ days. We
have teens who may not know about who lives in the unit next to theirs, much less offer a friendly
nod or wave when they happen to cross paths with a neighbour.
38 Arguably, the very connectedness that social media brings about has led to an
opening of minds and a flourishing (繁盛) of dialogue among people of diverse cultures and
backgrounds. Logging onto platforms where people of all walks of life meet means that one is
exposed to those people and their distinctive ways of life. In comparison, the parents or
grandparents of this generation of teens probably did not have the same opportunity to get to
know people outside of their social circles at their age, and are thus more likely to have fixed,
stereotypical opinions of people different from them. This generation of teens, on the other hand,
has the chance to use this technology to learn more about and attempt to understand the variety
and diversity out there. 39
To conclude, the teens of this generation differ in many ways from their predecessors (前辈),
in some ways more positive than others. 40 Therefore, this generation of teens differs from
past generations, with the changes around them.
A. No wonder the self-confidence and mental health of teens have been damaged.
B.Yet, the effects of technology on this generation of teens are not all bad.
C. Is this what comes to mind when we think of the teens of this generation?
D. Their parents or grandparents were likely less connected and more isolated.
E. Moreover, in the older generations’mind, the teens today are more individualistic.
F.As a result, this might be why the teens today are more open-minded and progressive.
G. Every generation is a product of the cultural, political and economic events of their time.
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。
Recently, I read a magazine article stating that people tend to turn into their parents as they
age. The 41 signs include complaining about the weather, choosing comfort over style in
clothing, going to bed early, and repeating family recipes — like my mom’s Sunday roast beef, a
British tradition I once laughed at. 42 , this usually starts at 45, but I am certain it doesn’t
43 me, even though I’m 47.
高二英语第7页共10页I’ve always lived differently. My parents had a big house with a ping-pong table and 44
weekly tournaments （锦标赛）; I rent a small flat near a recreation center for indoor tennis.
Mom loved vegetable gardening, but I only grow flowers in small pots. I 45 camper-van
trips (Dad’s favorite) and Sunday roasts, nor do I 46 and suddenly wake up while watching
TV or moan about rain when it delays.
My daughter disagreed when I showed her the article. “Mom, you’re just like them,” she said
as I 47 more chocolate cake, citing calories. “Grandma always counted calories!” She also
pointed out I use Mom’s vintage teacups — ones I used to call “old-fashioned”. Her words made
me 48 . Later, I noticed that a friend 49 her house with wallpaper like her mom’s, and
my sister 50 bought a ping-pong table for neighbors. I somehow caught myself humming
Dad’s favorite Tony Bennett songs.
It was then that I realized these similarities are actually rather 51 . I found home’s
familiarity in Dad’s cuckoo clock and Mom’s split pea soup. So, instead of resisting, I learned to
52 this change. Last week, I even made Mom’s roast beef — it tasted like 53 . I guess
I’ve unknowingly become a mini 54 of my parents, and I must admit: I don’t just like it;
I’m 55 for it.
41.A. rare B. typical C. random D. secret
42.A. Unluckily B. Ultimately C. Theoretically D. Slowly
43.A. apply to B. contribute to C. appeal to D. occur to
44.A. watched B. held C. missed D. canceled
45.A. expect B. prefer C. organise D. dislike
46.A. doze off B. turn off C. drop off D. cut off
47.A. baked B. refused C. consumed D. shared
48.A. hesitate B. defend C. reflect D. admit
49.A. tidied B. traded C. departed D. decorated
50.A. even B. merely C. roughly D. still
51.A. annoying B. entertaining C. comforting D. encouraging
52.A. embrace B. deny C. ignore D. manage
53.A. growth B. memory C. failure D. success
54.A. variety B. vision C. virtue D. version
55.A. sorry B. ready C. grateful D. regretful
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。
Why do Chinese people eat dumplings during the winter solstice (冬至)? Was egg-fried rice
once considered a dish reserved for emperors? The answers 56 these questions can be found
in the videos of a food vlogger on a Chinese social media platform. Created by a couple; these
videos dig into the fascinating stories behind everyday Chinese dishes. By January, the couple’s
videos 57 (appeal) to over 400,000 followers,
Without prior social-media experience, the couple first considered becoming a video content
高二英语第8页共10页creator out of a deep 58 (curious) about food. Growing up in Sichuan, a region celebrated
for its culinary (烹饪的) traditions, the wife used to spend weekends exploring back alleys (小巷)
and side streets, 59 (sample) local snacks. But more than recipes or flavors, 60 fascinated
her were the stories behind each dish.
One of their biggest challenges is verifying sources. When researching dumplings, for
example, they 61 (constant) came across the popular claim that dumplings were invented by
Zhang Zhongjing, 62 renowned physician of the Eastern Han Dynasty. “But that doesn’t
really hold up,” the wife said. “Similar foods were already documented in the Western Han
Dynasty.”
After reviewing historical 63 (record), the couple concluded that wrapping fillings in
dough (生面团) likely emerged when cooking fuel was in short supply, and people needed a
much 64 (efficient) way to prepare meals. Over time, this everyday practice took on cultural
meaning and became 65 (tie) to seasonal rituals (习惯), eventually evolving into the
tradition of eating dumplings during the winter solstice.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分 40分)
第一节(满分 15分)
66. 你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以 Take a Break from Social Media为题，写一篇发言稿
参赛，内容包括：
1. 提出观点；
2. 陈述理由；
3. 发起倡议。
注意：1. 词数 80左右；
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Take a Break from Social Media
Good morning, everyone!
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That’s all. Thank you.
第二节（满分 25分）
67. 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。
That Saturday morning was supposed to be mine. I should have been seeing a movie with my
friends or just lying on the couch scrolling through videos on my phone. But Dad had other plans.
He woke me up early and told me to help him clip (修剪) trees and bushes on our farm land. I
wasn’t happy about it at all. Such farm work seemed so boring compared to hanging out with
friends or watching funny clips at home.
My job was simple but endless: load the wheelbarrow (手推车) with clippings and throw
them into the big trash bin. I worked slowly, without enthusiasm, and kept checking my phone
高二英语第9页共10页every few minutes, wishing the time would pass faster. But the piles of branches never seemed to
get smaller — no sooner had I cleared one pile than another mountain of branches appeared.
Every time I came back, Dad had cut more. He just kept cutting, moving from one bush to the
next, having no intention of stopping. I was sweating and tired, and my patience was running out
fast.
When the trash bin was finally full, I felt relieved. I assumed we were done for the day. But
then Dad walked over to another section and picked up his tools. That was the last straw and I
threw my gloves on the ground hard enough for him to hear. Dad stopped cutting and looked at
me for a moment. He didn’t yell or get mad, but just wiped his forehead and said quietly, “Go
back home, son. I’ll finish up myself here.”
Upon hearing that, I walked away quickly, feeling free at last.As I walked down the driveway,
about one mile away, I looked back at my father, seeing he was struggling to position the ladder
all by himself.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为 150个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Looking at this scene, my feet felt heavy.
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We worked together in the following time.
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