衡阳2025学年度第一学期期末教学质量检测高二英语

1、The pandemic has fundamentally altered consumer behavior and enterprise operations, ________ digital adoption and transformation a necessity.

A．to make

B．making

C．having made

D．made

2、As performers, we can’t stand still. We have to ________ the changing market and the demands of the audience.

A.drop off B.adapt to C.split up D.seek for

3、When I was twenty, I had to________ before graduation and work in a clothes shop to help support my family.

A. come out B. stay out

C. leave out D. drop out

4、Fear of failure is ______ holds people back from achieving their dreams and acting on their great ideas.

A. whether   B. which   C. that   D. what

5、American fathers ______ more than twice the amount of time with their children than they used to in years past, due to a sweeping new trend called "unemployment".

A.were spending B.spent C.are spending D.have spent

6、We are still dealing with problems _______ errors made in the past.

A.resulted from B.resulted in C.resulting from D.resulting in

7、Afraid __________? This type of anxiety can deeply disturb people’s enjoyment of social relationships.

A. of laughing at     B. to be laughed at

C. of being laughed at D. to laugh at

8、The mother never criticized her children, but used praise to________their best.

A.put out B.give out C.pick out D.bring out

9、The headmaster in our school hopes that we will be more ambitious when we graduate than when we ______ admitted.

A. will get   B. get

C. got   D. have got

10、—Someone wants you on the phone.

—________ nobody knows I am here.

A.Although B.And

C.But D.So

11、The art historians tried to figure out how the temple ______ when built around 15 B.C.

A. might look   B. might have looked

C. must look   D. must have looked

12、Ever since the new park was opened to the public last month, I ______ a walk in it every morning.

A. am taking    B. take

C. have taken   D. have been taking

13、--- Why didn’t you help the little boy?

--- Oh, he had struggled to his feet ______ I could run over and offered any help.

A. before B. after

C. when D. since

14、She is quite________to office work. You had better offer her some suggestions when necessary.

A. familiar B. similar

C. fresh D. sensitive

15、—It isn’t very nice if someone is yelling in public.

—________. It’s annoying.

A. Sorry, I’m not with you B. I couldn’t agree more

C. I’m afraid not   D. I have no idea

16、We_______along a country lane when suddenly a car_______past us.

A.drove;drove B.drove;was driving

C.were driving;drove D.were driving;was driving

17、Self-confidence is a kind of quality and that is it takes to do everything well.

A．why

B．that

C．what

D．which

18、Trump said he believes North Korea will ________ its promise to suspend missile tests while he prepares for a summit with Kim Jong Un.

A. take to   B. make up

C. stand by   D. hold out

19、—The computer start. What’s the matter with it?

—Let me look. Well, the power was cut off just now.

A．shan’t

B．needn’t

C．won’t

D．mustn’t

20、 Temperatures________ quite dramatically at night in mountains, so put on some warm clothes before going out.

A. are dropped   B. drop

C. are being dropped  D. have dropped

21、   Hong Kong was once home to booming shellfish reefs, but due to over-development and coastal pollution, shellfish populations have declined sharply. Restoring oyster reefs can solve some of the environmental problems typical of coastal development, such as damage from storm surge and loss of biodiversity.

“Globally, we have lost 85% of shellfish reefs, making it the most endangered marine habitat on earth,” said Marine Thomas, Conservation Project Manager, for TNC in Hong Kong. “Most people associate oysters with food, but less well-known is that oysters create reef habitats that support coastal marine life. Only by restoring these lost habitats can we start to bring back some of the associated environmental benefits.”

A primary benefit that healthy oyster reefs contribute to coastal environments is their role as natural water purifiers. This new study found that, just 7 m2 of Hong Kong oyster reef can filter up to one Olympic swimming pool of water each day; a single Hong Kong oyster can filter up to 30 liters of water per hour at summer temperatures, among the highest filtration rates recorded of any oyster species.

Even more importantly, oyster reefs provide habitat and nursery grounds for many native species that are otherwise lost from our shores. Another research found over 80 species on intertidal muddy shores in Deep Bay, 95% of which were found in oyster reefs.

“While we are excited by the biological possibility of restoration, unfortunately the human aspect remains our biggest challenge to bring these habitats hack at scale. Shellfish habitats are still severely under protected in Hong Kong. We are working with Government on gaining more protection and recognition for these important ecosystems and hope to include them in the next Hong Kong Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan(BSAP),” said Ms. Thomas.

【1】What is the problem with Hong Kong introduced in Paragraph 1?

A．Coastal areas were seriously polluted.

B．Less food can be produced from the sea.

C．A large number of shellfish have died.

D．Shellfish have disappeared in coastal areas.

【2】What is the main function of the oyster reefs?

A．Purifying sea water.

B．Feeding shellfish in them.

C．Lowering water's temperature.

D．Filtering swimming pool.

【3】What is Thomas's attitude towards the restoration of oyster reefs?

A．Ambiguous.

B．Negative.

C．Hopeful.

D．Cautious.

【4】In which part of a website can the text probably be found?

A．Society.

B．Environment.

C．Technology.

D．Education.

22、   I first discovered Ruskin Bond on a hot afternoon in Agartala. My mother, sister and I were spending the summer with my father, an army officer, who was stationed there.

There wasn't much to do for a young teen in the army cantonment, so I spent most of my days at the library, which housed a various—if modest—collection of books. I casually picked up Bond's Delhi Is Not Far on one such day and was immediately drawn into his gentle, unassuming, non-judgmental world.

Since that day, I've searched for and read quickly and with great enthusiasm every one of Ruskin Bond's works. I think my affinity came from the fact that I identified on some level with him. Like me, he was shy and dreamy and enjoyed the company of the written word above that of people.

A particularly painful theme that runs through Ruskin Bond's work is his relationship with his father. The two were extremely close, more so perhaps because they were each other's sole emotional support systems. Bond's parents divorced when he was little, and so it was just him and his father, and the latter comes across as a sensitive, gentle man who adored his son.

Bond's father died suddenly of malaria at 46, when Bond was just 10—a cruel blow for the young boy. It's remarkable how Bond writes about his father's untimely death with a quiet dignity: It is deeply touching but never maudlin（凄凉的）

Moved as I was by Bond's memories of his father, little did I know that I would soon be experiencing his pain first-hand. When I was 21, my father too suddenly passed away after a brief illness. Looking back at the time immediately after my father's passing, all I remember is a feeling of utter disbelief, of thinking. I sought refuge in my beloved books, and no other author gave me as much assistance and relief as did my beloved Ruskin Bond.

【1】Why did the author go to the library?

A．To read Bond's novel.

B．To review his lessons.

C．To broaden his horizons.

D．To kill his time.

【2】Which can best explain the underlined part in the third paragraph?

A．Passion.

B．Sympathy.

C．Relief.

D．Inspiration.

【3】What does the author think of Bond's father?

A．Determined.

B．Considerate.

C．Wealthy.

D．Intelligent.

【4】Which would be the best title for the text?

A．My Father: an Army Officer

B．Unforgettable Time after My Father's Death

C．Ruskin Bond's Works: My Beloved Books

D．My Experience in the Army Cantonment

23、Savannah Family Vacation Package

Bring your whole family to Savannah for a vacation adventure that combines sightseeing with a show at Savannah’s most historic theatre and three nights’ lodging in the exciting Savannah Family Vacation Package!

Prices Starting at:

Ages 19 and Up: $150.00

Ages 13—19: $50.00

Ages 4—12: $20.00

Ages 0—3: Free

Historical Attractions in Savannah

Savannah is a beautiful city, as well as one of the most historic in the United States, Here, visitors will enjoy Southern history and culture. Head out on any one of the remarkable activities offered to experience some fun. Plus, the city is full of historic sites to explore.

About the Included Savannah Theatre Musical Production

Savannah Theatre has brilliant architecture and is known for being a top theater with a state-of-the-art sound and light system and talented performers. At this theater you can experience a high-energy and interesting musical or a two-hour variety show in an unforgettable performance! The possibilities are endless with the Historic Savannah Theatre, as the show changes throughout the year. During November and December, guests will get to experience the Christmas production.

About the Included Savannah Old Town Trolley Tour

Guests will also be able to board upon the Savannah Old Town Trolley Tour. The trolley tour gives guests a comfortable and fun way to see the city in style. Though the guided tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, guests will be able to hop on or hop off at a mass of locations including the City Market, Sorrel-Weed House, and Massie Heritage Museum. With transportation taken care of, guests can simply focus on seeing the best that Savannah has to offer.

【1】How much should a couple with their five-year-old twins pay for this tour?

A．$170.00.

B．$190.00.

C．$340.00.

D．$400.00.

【2】What contributes most to the reputation of Savannah Theatre Musical Production?

A．Its sound and light system.

B．Its high-quality musical.

C．Its changeable show.

D．Its Christmas production.

【3】Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A historical book.

B．A travel website.

C．A guide to Savannah.

D．A fashion magazine.

24、   How do we model gratitude when we might be struggling with our own frustrations? For adults, Fehr suggests a "gratitude boot camp." This seven-day program can help adults figure out what works best for them.

Day 1: The Three Blessings: Write down three good things that happened to you that day for which you can give another person credit.

Day 2: To Whom for What: Think of three people for whom you are grateful in your life and write about the reasons.

…

Day 5: Absence of Blessing: Think about an aspect of your life for which you are grateful and spend a few minutes writing about what your life would be like without it.

Day 6: Pay It Forward: Show appreciation for another person through quality time spent together or an act of service.

Day 7: Day of Reflection: Spend a few minutes writing about your experiences over the past few days.

Fehr suggests thinking of gratitude as an everyday practice, for both the little and the big things in life, by which we express gratitude in our commonplace interactions with others. Documenting your blessings by using a journal is a good start for developing a gratitude practice, but don't keep it to yourself. "I would encourage people to take the next step in expressing it. It's really when we bring our gratitude into the world with our words and with our actions that its power can be felt. It can impact our relationships and other people's lives — that's where it really matters. "

Gratitude doesn't just encourage us to thank those who have helped us directly; it encourages helping others, in general. "Experiencing gratitude has a spillover effect, making you want to pay it forward," says Fehr.

If we all did that, what a wonderful world it would be.

【1】What can we learn about the program?

A．It is designed for teenagers.

B．It aims to train adults to be grateful.

C．It will last more than seven days.

D．It costs less than other camps.

【2】What will Fehr suggest you do on Day 5?

A．Think of one person to whom you should thank.

B．Imagine losing blessing of something in your life.

C．Reflecting your experience in the camp.

D．Make three wishes for those you love.

【3】Which will be the best advice for beginners in developing a gratitude practice?

A．Write down your blessings in the diary.

B．Never give your blessings away.

C．Express your blessing freely.

D．Pay it forward for love or money.

25、I don’t own a camera anymore. I know my computer has one and my daughter is ________ taking photos with her smart phone. However, I rally miss those ________ cameras. I can remember taking a roll of film, mailing it out, and then ________ for two weeks to get the pictures back. And half of them were either overexposed by the sunlight or all of us had red eyes in them from the flash on the ________.

I can also remember the ________ when we finally saved up enough money to get a Polaroid (一次成像的) camera. It was more exciting to ________ the camera and have a photo ________ in only a minute. Even then, though, we only used it for special ________, such as birthdays and family gatherings.

Nowadays everything seems to be ________, saved and posted online. I wonder ________. Maybe a part of it is that we all want to stop, freeze and ________ these moments in time that fly by so fast. I have to ________ that sometimes I do. Just the other day I ________ some dusty photo albums about my ________. In one there was a picture of me just a few years old, laughing in my front yard. How I longed to go back to that ________, see my mother’s smiling face and be held in my grandmother’s ________ arms once more. Still, I know that does live on in my heart, and one day we will all be ________ again.

The truth is that hard as we try we can’t ________ time. All the photos can’t keep it in place, either. Perhaps we should really ________ our lives instead of just filming them. Perhaps it is best to smile with joy instead of smiling for a ________.

【1】

A．unwillingly

B．hesitantly

C．barely

D．constantly

【2】

A．expensive

B．advanced

C．old

D．popular

【3】

A．relaxing

B．advertising

C．hiding

D．waiting

【4】

A．watch

B．phone

C．camera

D．computer

【5】

A．thrill

B．confusion

C．terror

D．peace

【6】

A．replace

B．click

C．send

D．return

【7】

A．ready

B．destroyed

C．posted

D．still

【8】

A．accidents

B．occasions

C．challenges

D．adventures

【9】

A．ignored

B．deleted

C．filmed

D．combined

【10】

A．why

B．where

C．when

D．how

【11】

A．judge

B．transform

C．bury

D．preserve

【12】

A．forget

B．admit

C．doubt

D．predict

【13】

A．looked through

B．broke down

C．mixed up

D．swept away

【14】

A．adulthood

B．childhood

C．birth

D．adolescence

【15】

A．thought

B．debate

C．moment

D．ceremony

【16】

A．cold

B．unfamiliar

C．shaky

D．loving

【17】

A．awake

B．asleep

C．together

D．away

【18】

A．spend

B．stop

C．count

D．kill

【19】

A．waste

B．assess

C．record

D．live

【20】

A．photograph

B．game

C．mail

D．face

26、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。

Millionaire Peter lost his sight. The doctor told him that only by doing a cornea (眼角膜) transport surgery could he restore his sight. Peter offered a large sum of money for the cornea, but as time passed day after day, he didn’t get any response.

Formerly, Peter had already had a bad reputation. He was usually proud of his “wealth”, and had behaved dishonestly, so as soon as the donors heard his name, all of them refused without hesitation. Even the toughest people also could not stand a long time of being rejected over and over again. At first Peter always spoke louder than others and got angry easily by his wealth, but later, he had no choice but to wait quietly.

One day, Peter wanted to bathe in the sun, so he sat on the little square before the hospital alone silently. He raised his head to enjoy the long-awaited sunshine. However, he saw nothing but the boundless darkness. Just as Peter felt hopeless, someone hit him hard all of a sudden, which annoyed Peter, so he shouted, “Don’t you have eyes? Don’t you see who you hit! I’m Millionaire Peter!”

The answer was from a little boy, “I’m sorry, sir. I didn’t notice, please forgive me!” Peter changed his mind and ordered, “I can’t forgive you, but you must chat with me!” The boy said yes repeatedly and Peter nodded satisfactorily and asked, “Is the sun big today?”

The boy answered merrily, “Sir, the sun is pretty fine today, big and bight!” Peter’s face also lit up with a smile as if he had seen the golden sun and then he asked, “Is the surrounding environment beautiful?”

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。

The boy began to describe it in detail.

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At this moment, a lady interrupted Peter.

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