2025 年赣州市十八县（市、区）二十四校第 54 次期中联考
高二英语试卷
注意事项：
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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
到答题卡上。
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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?
A. £19. 15. B. £9. 18. C. £9. 15.
答案是C。
1. What will the man probably do next?
A. Clean the floor. B. Take his shoes off. C. Give the woman his jacket.
2. Who broke the computer?
A. Dam. B. The man. C. The woman.
3. What will John’s children do this weekend?
A. Perform in the theater.
B. Do their homework at home.
C. Play with the woman’s daughter.
4. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Buying materials. B. Painting a picture. C. Preparing for an art lesson.
5. What happened to the man last night?
A. He lost his keys. B. He was locked out. C. He missed the bus.
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. How much is the woman going to pay?
A. 280 dollars. B. 401 dollars. C. 681 dollars.
7. What time will the woman arrive in New York?
A. On Saturday evening. B. On Sunday morning. C. On Sunday evening.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. A couple. B. Classmates. C. Coworkers.
9. Why is the man unhappy with their weekends?
A. They often do something new.
B. They never go out for a picnic.
C. They seldom spend weekends together.
10. What will the speakers do this weekend?
A. Go for a picnic. B. Visit a friend. C. Watch football games.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What was the weather like recently?
A. Sunny. B. Rainy. C. Snowy.
12. When does the woman usually leave the office?
A. At 6:00 pm. B. At 6:20 pm. C. At 7:10 pm.
13. What does the man plan to do next?
A. Go to buy an umbrella. B. Wait till the rain stops. C. Borrow the woman’s umbrella.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the man doing?
A. Having an interview. B. Asking for information. C. Discussing a business plan.
15. Why did the man leave his last position?
A. The chances for promotion were few.
B. He worked in the company for too long.
C. The boss asked for hard work from him.
16. What determines the promotion in the woman’s company?A. The age. B. The ability. C. The length of service.
17. How does the man probably feel in the end?
A. Depressed. B. Hopeful. C. Puzzled.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When will the students reach the factory?
A. At 7:35. B. At 7:55. C. At 8:25.
19. What activity is planned for the students in the afternoon?
A. Seeing printing machines. B. Watching a game online. C. Listening to a speech.
20. What does the speaker remind the students to do?
A. Bring some food. B. Bring some water. C. Ask questions about the factory.
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
If you fancy coming to visit China in summer, here are several destinations to explore the country’s natural
beauty and culture.
Xiamen
Xiamen, nestled between mountains and the sea, boasts a unique charm. Gulangyu Island showcases diverse
global architectural styles, bustling with shops and local treats against an attractive backdrop. Picture yourself on
the sandy beach, the sea wind gently blowing your hair and cooling down your whole body. Explore on a bicycle,
passing trestles (栈桥) and sandy shores, with the gentle waves’ melody keeping you company.
Harbin
Embrace the thrill of Harbin Ice-Snow World in its vast indoor theme park, a place which preserves the
essence of winter despite the summer heat outside. Wander Central Avenue to admire Russian-style architecture,
and in the evening, relax by the Songhua River, feeling the cool wind. Harbin blends its icy reputation with a cool
and peaceful summer charm.
Qingdao
With clean sandy beaches and clear water, Qingdao promises a great deal of summer coastal fun, making the
summer heat instantly disappear. Here you can enjoy the sun, swim, or leisurely walk along its picturesque shores
to fully unwind. Explore the Laoshan Mountain featuring Taoist temples and boasting China’s highest coastal peak.
HangzhouBai Juyi, the well-known Tang Dynasty poet, wrote, “When I recall the southern shore, my sweetest memory
is of Hangzhou.” With a wealth of amazing experiences, Hangzhou lives up to this Chinese saying. From a
riverside pavilion, you can watch the spectacular Qiantang River Tidal Bore, one of the world’s most impressive
natural wonders, feeling the cool wind driven by the tidal wave on your face. Appreciate the osmanthus flowers at
the quiet Lingyin Temple with complex architecture dating back to the Eastern Jin Dynasty.
1. Which city features an artificial winter attraction in summer?
A. Xiamen. B. Harbin. C. Qingdao. D. Hangzhou.
2. Why does the author quote the poem about Hangzhou?
A. To recall a famous poet. B. To recommend a boat trip.
C. To promote the local tourism. D. To emphasize the scenic beauty.
3 What do the attractions in these four cities offer according to the text?
A. An escape from heat. B. An exploration of temples.
C. A look at ancient foreign architecture. D. A chance to experience winter sports facilities.
【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A
B
Yasmin Alkashef grew up in Egypt learning English and Arabic. From a very young age, she knew she loved
languages. In the fourth grade, she began learning French. Her love for languages continued into high school,
where she began training to be a translator. Now she interprets and translates for people professionally.
Alkashef has been a translator for 20 years. She’s a member of the American Translators Association board of
directors and a certified Arabic-English translator, a certified court interpreter, and a conference interpreter. Though
the jobs have similarities, translators work with written material while interpreters work with spoken language.
Confidence is crucial to both jobs.
Most interpreters and translators are freelancers (自由职业者), which means they’re not employed as staff for
an organization or a company. Being a freelancer means doing a variety of work for a variety of clients. Alkashef
enjoys this aspect of her job. “It’s always fun, because every week is different, and the topics are always different,”
she says. “One day, you are translating a document about clean water, and the next day, you are in court,
interpreting a case. The following day, you’re at a conference about international peace. You learn a lot, because
you get to get in touch with so many different people.”
Alkashef has interpreted at court cases and film festivals, and at political events with people such as presidents
and kings. The work can be exciting and attractive, but also challenging and sad.
“Interpreters speak in the first person,” Alkashef says. “When they say something sad or painful, theirsubconscious does not understand that it is somebody else’s story. So interpreters come home with this burden, and
they have to do self-care to take care of their mental health.”
Alkashef is most grateful that through her work, she’s able to help others. “It’s more than just the words. The
interpreter brings an understanding of the cultures, of history, and of a lot of things,” she says. Her work has
enriched her life in many ways, and she tries to impart what she learns to those around her.
4. What distinguishes translators from interpreters according to the text?
A. Their wage level. B. Their working time.
C. The medium they use. D. The client type they serve.
5. Why does Alkashef enjoy being a freelancer?
A Because of stable income. B. Because of diverse tasks.
C. Because of predictable routine. D. Because of fewer responsibilities.
6. What challenge do interpreters face mentally according to Alkashef?
A. Emotional stress. B. Language barriers. C. Time management. D. Technical difficulties.
7. What is the author’s main purpose in writing the last paragraph?
A. To compare Alkashef’s work with others’.
B. To highlight the impact of Alkashef’s work.
C. To present Alkashef’s ability to understand others.
D. To emphasize the importance of words of gratitude.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. A 7. B
C
It is widely thought that our galaxy, the Milky Way, is certain to collide (碰撞) with the neighboring
Andromeda galaxy sometime around 5 billion years from now. But according to new research, maybe we shouldn’t
count on this multigalactic collision happening as previously expected.
In a study published recently in Nature Astronomy, researchers who analyzed data from the European Space
Agency’s space telescope and NASA’s telescope say the event is more of a coin flip than a given. The team
suggests there’s just about a 50-50 chance of the two galaxies colliding within the next 10 billion years or so. When
you look at the next 4-5 billion years, that chance drops down to around 2%.
In other space news, scientists are discussing about a star that is small in mass but huge in energy. TOI-6894 is
a red dwarf (红矮星) that is roughly 20% as massive as our sun. But in another study published in Nature
astronomy, researchers say they’ve spotted a giant planet orbiting the little star. The planet, called TOI-6894b, is
described as a low-density gas giant. Astronomers say the presence of a gas giant that surrounds such a small star isso surprising that it challenges the most widely accepted theory of planet formation.
The theory, called core accretion (积聚), suggests that giant planets are born when their solid cores get
massive enough to start pulling in lots of gas. Smaller stars generally lack enough gas and dust to allow for such a
process, but this red dwarf ended up with a gas giant going around it anyhow. Because red dwarf stars are super
common in our galaxy, this could mean gas giants are more plentiful than we thought.
The researchers will use the James Webb Space Telescope to study the planet’s atmosphere, which should
provide more clues about its formation.
8. How does the author begin paragraph 1?
A. By comparing the data. B. By quoting from documents.
C. By concluding from some previous research. D. By mentioning a common astronomical belief.
9. What does the underlined part “a coin flip” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. A given chance. B. A constant rule. C. An uncertain situation. D. An apparent choice.
10. What do we know about TOI-6894?
A. It is orbiting TOI-6894b. B. There is a huge planet around it.
C. There is little energy in it. D. It is twice as massive as the sun.
11. What can we infer from paragraph 4?
A. Gas giants require no solid cores. B. Smaller stars do not form satellites.
C. Red dwarf s are extremely rare in the universe. D. There may exist more huge gas planets in space.
【答案】8. D 9. C 10. B 11. D
D
Researchers from Northwestern University and the Chicago Botanic Garden will study the carbon capture (碳
捕获) effects of soil additives on agricultural fields.
For the world to meet the global average temperature goals set forth in the 2015 Paris Agreement, we need to
actively decrease carbon emissions (排放). Earth and planetary sciences professor Andy Jacobson suggests Earth
science can help it and that one possible way is to capture atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO ) and lock it away for a
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few thousand years.
The chemical weathering of rocks is a natural phenomenon that transforms atmospheric CO into a stable
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mineral form. When CO dissolves in water, it creates a substance that can break down rocks. This transformation
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releases elements from certain rocks and changes CO into a stable form. Over time, these elements combine to
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form minerals that are the building blocks of many natural structures and rocks. This transformation helps to lock
carbon in a solid form, which plays an important part in stabilizing Earth’s climate over the long term.“Over much shorter human timescales, this stable form of CO acts as a sink for atmospheric CO ,” says
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Jacobson. Can we speed up the weathering process and actively remove carbon from the atmosphere at rates fast
enough to help reduce the impact of modern climate change?
Enhanced rock weathering was proposed as a strategy of decreasing carbon emissions decades ago but only
recently gained interest. An article in a 2020 magazine estimated that enhanced weathering could remove up to 2
billion tons of CO annually from the atmosphere by 2050.
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Jacobson is leading a team of researchers to investigate this negative emissions technology. In a series of
experimental systems that simulate natural conditions at the garden, researchers will test the effects from adding
different types of rock to soils used to grow various crops. The soil additives will include a volcanic rock that
chemically weathers faster than other rocks and minerals, potentially speeding up CO capture and storage.
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12. What does Jacobson stress about Earth science in paragraph 2?
A. Its scientific origin as a principle. B. Its present limitations in carbon capture.
C. Its potential role in achieving climate goals. D. Its logical accuracy in temperature prediction.
13. What is mainly discussed in paragraph 3 concerning rocks?
A. Their natural structures. B. The reasons for their formation.
C. The process of their weathering. D. Their stable chemical composition.
14. What is the main function of the question in paragraph 4?
A. To introduce the following solution. B. To doubt the content of a magazine.
C. To summarize the previous paragraph. D. To show the fast rate of climate change.
15. What is the best title for the text?
A. Is Farming the Key to Carbon Capture?
B. Can Humans Stabilize the Climate of Earth?
C. What Is the Chemical Weathering of rocks?
D. How Do Carbon Emissions Speed up Global Warming?
【答案】12. C 13. C 14. A 15. A
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。
Making decisions can be challenging for everyone, even for those people of achievement. ____16____. It
brings clarity to complexity and confidence to uncertainty. These steps are designed to provide practical guidance
for navigating your choices effectively.Know your goals
____17____, which can lead you to make good decisions. Think about your long-term goals and how your
choices can help you reach them. For example, if you are considering a new job, ask yourself how it fits into your
career plans and personal life. Reflecting on your values can also help you make choices that align with what
matters most to you.
Weigh the pros and cons
Gather information about your options and list the advantages and disadvantages of each choice. ____18____.
This way, you can make a more informed decision based on the evidence you have. Consider seeking advice from
trusted friends or instructors, as they may offer valuable perspectives you hadn’t thought of.
____19____ Decisions often depend on one another. Prioritize which choices need to be made first. Some
decisions may require you to rethink your goals, so be flexible and ready to adjust your plans as needed. Setting
deadlines for your decisions can also keep you focused.
Write your decisions down
Creating a list of what needs to be done can help you organize your thoughts. Consider the possible outcomes
of each decision. Remember, it’s okay to make decisions without all the information, but be prepared to adapt as
new information becomes available. ____20____, and this practice will sharpen your judgment for future choices.
A. Manage your time
B. Make the right choices
C. However, following a clear process can help
D. Understanding what you want to achieve is the first step
E. As a matter of fact, making decisions is not quite difficult
F. Writing these down can help you see the trade-offs clearly
G. Keeping a decision-making journal can also document your experiences
【答案】16. C 17. D 18. F 19. A 20. G
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。
William was a quiet teenage boy who lacked motivation. He was accustomed to procrastinating (拖延) and
tended to ____21____ from society contact. To be exact, he had a habit of ____22____ his tasks and usually
showed little enthusiasm for group activities and public speaking. However, his talent lay in ____23____, a skill at
which he truly excelled.When Ms Brown announced a project-based learning assignment, she ____24____ him as a role of creating
the illustrations. His group members tried to ____25____ him multiple times to discuss their progress, but he was
out of contact. With the ____26____ around the corner, the team grew increasingly anxious. On the final evening,
time running out, a classmate managed to ____27____ William’s mother with Ms Brown’s assistance.
William’s mother informed him of the ____28____ situation. Upon learning that his delay was ____29____
up the entire project, William felt a strong responsibility driving him to make up for it. After all, he did not want to
let his team down. ____30____ not to be a hindrance (阻碍), he immediately called back his group members. That
night, he ____31____ worked to complete the drawings.
The next day, the efforts and energy he put in were ____32____. During the class presentation, something
remarkable happened. William volunteered to explain the illustrations himself. His drawings were so organized,
and likewise, his speech was ____33____. The teacher and students were so deeply impressed by his ____34____
in attitude that they kept clapping. Encouraged by the inspirational feedback, he gradually became more active and
started to ____35____ more with others.
21. A. benefit B. recover C. withdraw D. originate
22. A. postpone B. assigning C. evaluating D. recording
23. A. learning B. drawing C. announcement D. communication
24. A. appointed B. admitted C. dressed D. described
25. A. obey B. reach C. monitor D. bother
26. A. analysis B. patent C. deadline D. insurance
27. A. live up to B. look down on C. keep an eye on D. get in touch with
28. A. remarkable B. normal C. pressing D. peaceful
29. A. calling B. putting C. covering D. holding
30. A. Determined B. Surprised C. Proud D. Hesitant
31. A. slowly B. barely C. slightly D. tirelessly
32. A. praised B. rewarded C. forecasted D. overlooked
33. A. odd B. wild C. structured D. varied
34. A. fairness B. switch C. conflict D. imbalance
35. A. interact B. wander C. fight D. complain
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. B 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. D 32. B 33. C
34. B 35. A
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。
Photographer Zang Yi ____36____ (document) Nanchang’s old streets since his college days, bravely
climbing rooftops to get the perfect shot. In September 2013, he took a picture of the Wanshou Palace area—then a
place of cheap clothes shops in Jiangxi Province’s capital city—from the staff dormitory of a bank.
When he returned to Wanshou Palace in April 2025, a new 54,000-square-meter cultural complex
____37____ (combine) ruins from the Qing Dynasty and tea shops amazed him: He took a picture from
____38____ same angle. His side-by-side photos online became popular ____39____ over 80,000 views and more
than 200 comments.
The old area is located within the main ____40____ (commerce) district of Nanchang. It includes various
historic streets and lanes, such as Zhubao and Daizi streets. Renovation (翻新) of the area began in 2013. It took
eight years ____41____ (finish) the Wanshou Palace Historical and Cultural Block construction and restoration
projects. At the center of the block is the reconstructed Wanshou Palace, ____42____ is also known as Tiezhu
Wanshou Palace, ____43____ (original) built during the Jin Dynasty. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the
associations of ____44____ (businessman) from Jiangxi expanded the area into a business site.
Today, about 1,900 Wanshou palaces exist. Roughly 700 Wanshou palaces stand in Jiangxi, and there are
approximately 1,200 Wanshou palaces ____45____ (find) outside the province, according to a 2023 article in
Chinese National Geography magazine.
【答案】36. has documented##has been documenting
37. combining
38. the 39. with
40. commercial
41. to finish
42. which 43. originally
44. businessmen
45. found
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 你们学校将举办题为“How to Use Smartphones Reasonably”的英语作文比赛。请你写一篇短文参赛，内
容包括：
（1）描述使用智能手机的利弊；
（2）倡导大家合理使用智能手机。注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
How to Use Smartphones Reasonably
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【答案】
Smartphones are useful in daily life. They let us chat with friends, look up study materials and get news easily.
But overusing them brings problems—we may waste time on games, hurt our eyes or become less willing to
communicate face to face.
To use smartphones reasonably, we should set time limits for using them. We’d better focus on study and
outdoor activities instead of being stuck to screens. All in all, we should make use of smartphones wisely. Let’s
make smartphones helpful tools rather than barriers to our growth.
第二节（满分25分）
47. 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 Unspoken Language
I used to think politeness was all about words. “Please”, “thank you”, “sorry”—I set them down. But my mom,
a high school history teacher, disagreed. “Alex,” she would say over dinner, “the real respect is spoken through the
body. It’s in your posture when you stand and your attention when you listen.” I would shrug (耸肩), not really
getting it. I never thought of helping clear the table after meals, simply drifting to the couch while she worked alone
in the kitchen. To me, saying “thanks for dinner” seemed enough. My best friend Leo and I communicated withplayful smiles and eyes rolled at boring adult talk. It seemed enough.
Everything changed at our school’s community fair. Leo and I were lazily sitting behind our fundraising table.
We chatted aimlessly, barely acknowledging the passing crowd. The donation box in front of us remained
embarrassingly light. Our fundraiser was failing. Then an elderly man paused at our display. Remembering my
mom’s words, I made a choice. I stopped talking, stood up straight, and offered him a sincere smile. “Are you
interested in supporting our team, sir?” I said. His serious face softened. He made a small donation and left with a
nod. It felt like a tiny victory.
The real shock came in history class a week later. Our teacher announced a guest speaker. My jaw dropped
when Mr Evans, the man from the fair, walked in—a retired museum curator (馆长)! My heart raced. Did he
remember me as that lazy boy? He spoke passionately, using his hands to shape stories from the past. During the
Q&A session, I gathered my courage and raised my hand, making sure to sit up and meet his eyes. He recognized
me instantly and gave me a warm, knowing smile.
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。
After class, Mr Evans waved me over.
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Back home, seeing my mom preparing our dinner, I went to the kitchen.
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【答案】After class, Mr. Evans waved me over. “That smile was genuine at the fair, which made an old man feel
truly seen," he said. He then shared his deepest feeling in his museum — a simple, sincere nod from a visitor often
meant more to him than any oral praise. “It's a silent conversation. Young man, start one with a smile," he added.Walking home, his words echoed in my mind, weaving together with my mom's dinner-time theory. I realized they
were both telling the same truth-our bodies have a silent vocabulary, and I was just beginning to learn how to speak
it.
