和田地区2024-2025学年第二学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高二英语

1、Whenever I think about the day to come when I ______ my goal, I am so filled with happiness that J start crying,

A.would achieve B.have achieved

C.am achieving D.will have achieved

2、Busy with their business, they had no time to ______ their wedding, so they had it organized by a company.

A. accelerate   B. arrange

C. approve   D. acknowledge

3、The boy,  with his school work every day, felt rather tired and uncomfortable.

A. occupied   B. occupying

C. to occupy    D. being occupied

4、His success was because of ________ he had been working hard.

A．that

B．the fact that

C．the fact which

D．the fact

5、Knowing ________ you’re good at and doing even more of it creates excellence.

A．where B．which C．what   D．that

6、I wonder when it was_______you came to realize ________his words meant.

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

7、Tom had to ________ the invitation to the party last weekend because he was too busy.

A. turn to   B. turn down   C. turn up   D. turn off

8、What the doctors really doubt is _________ my mother will recover from the serious disease soon.

A. when   B. how   C. whether     D. why

9、It was the third time that she _____ the Great Wall.

A.went to B.had been to C.visited D.visit

10、Education has always been a hot topic among parents ______ it is directly related to the future of their children.

A. as   B. in case

C. unless   D. even though

11、She is very pleased with the result of her blood test, for all tested items show ____ reactions.

A. objective   B. positive

C. negative   D. subjective

12、It is generally believed that communication skills are becoming ______ it takes to be a good doctor.

A. whether   B. that C. how D. What

13、Although as   11-year-old student in this modern society, Tom understands idea of green life better than his parents.

A.a; an B.a; the C.the; an D.an; the

14、--Sir, you are fined for speeding. Please sign here.

--Fined? Speeding? ______

A. Are you all right? B. You can't be serious!

C. I'm a foreigner. D. It doesn't matter.

15、 In this new city, we everyone will meet the   when we don’t know what to do.

A. occasion   B. statement

C. place D. information

16、What would have happened, ___________, as far as the river bank?

A． Bob had walked farther

B． if Bob should walked farther

C． had Bob walked farther

D． if Bob walked farther

17、Keep away from the dog , _______it will bite you.

A. and   B. so

C. or D. but

18、--QQ，as a means of communication，is quite popular among us and costs less than the traditional forms．

--______________．

A． So is WeChat     B． So it is WeChat

C． So does WeChat D． So WeChat is

19、--Tom, your foreign teacher speaks Chinese fluently!

--Oh, she has lived in China for six years; otherwise she   such good Chinese.

A. didn’t speak   B. would not have spoken

C. would not speak   D. hadn’t spoken

20、The White Horse Temple first gained importance _________ Buddhism spread from here to other parts of China and Asia.

A. while   B. so

C. as   D. though

21、A man observed a woman in the grocery store with a three year old girl in her basket.As they passed the cookie section, the child asked for chocolate and her mother told her “no.” The little girl immediately began to get upset, and the mother remarked quietly, “Now Tina, we just have half of the aisles (通道) left to go through; don't be upset.It won't be long.”

He passed the Mother again in the candy aisle.Of course, the little girl began to shout for candy.When she was told she couldn't have any, she began to cry.The mother said, “There, there, Tina.Only a little bit longer, and then we'll be checking out.”

The man again happened to be behind the pair at the check-out, where the little girl immediately began to cry for a gum (橡皮糖) and burst into a terrible anger upon discovering there would be no gum purchased today.The mother said, “Ellen, we'll be through this check out stand in five minutes, and then you can go home and have a nice nap.”

The man followed them out to the parking lot and stopped the woman to compliment her.“I couldn't help noticing how patient you were with little Ellen ...”

The mother broke in, “My little girl's name is Tammy ...I'm Ellen.”

【1】Which of the statements is not true?

A．The little girl wanted to eat some snacks.

B．The woman didn’t buy anything her daughter asked for.

C．The man would be very surprised at the woman’s answer.

D．The man wanted to offer some help to the woman.

【2】What does the underlined word mean?

A．scold

B．criticize

C．praise

D．comfort

【3】Which word can best describe the woman?

A．patient

B．anxious

C．caring

D．humorous

22、   Cooperation at work is generally considered a good thing.The latest survey by the Financial Times of what employers need from MBA graduates found that the ability to cope with a wide variety of people was what managers have wanted most.However,managers always find ways to balance the benefits of teamwork, which helps ensure that everyone is working towards the same goal.With the dangers of “groupthink”,critics are reluctant to point out a plan 's drawbacks for fear of being excluded by the group.The disastrous Bay of Pigs Invasion of Cuba in 1961 was a classic case of groupthink.Skeptics were unwilling to challenge John F.Kennedy, the newly elected American president.

Modern communication methods prove that cooperation is more frequent.Workers are constantly in touch with each other via e-mail messaging groups or mobile calls .However, does that develop, or lower performance? A new study by three American academics, tried to answer this question They set a logical problem( designing the shortest route for a travelling salesman visiting various cities ) Three groups were involved: one where subjects acted independently; another where they saw the solutions posted by team members at every stage; and a third where they were kept informed of each other' s views only intermittently.

The survey found that members of the: individualist group.reached the: premier solution more often than the constant cooperators but had a poorer average result The intermittent cooperators found the right result.as often as the individualists, and got a better average, solution.When it comes: to: perfect generation, giving: people a, bit of space to, a solution seems to be a great idea.Occasional cooperation can.be quite beneficial: most people have benefited from a colleague’s brainwave or (just as often)wise advice to avoid a, particular course of action.

Further clues come from.a book, Superminds, by.Thomas, Malone of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He says that three factors determine the collective intelligence of cooperating groups: social intelligence (how good people were at rating the emotional states of others); the extent to which members took part equally in conversation (the more equal, the better). and the cooperation of women in the group( the higher, the better Groups ranked highly in these areas cooperated far better than others did.

In short, cooperation may be a helpful tool but it does not work in every situation .

【1】The author uses the example of The Bay of Pigs Invasion of Cuba in Paragraph 1 to__________.

A.prove that team players are skilled at communication.

B.prove that critics are unwilling to challenge anybody.

C.show that teamwork cannot always improving a situation.

D.show the danger of groupthink is not very serious.

【2】The underlined phrase intermittent cooperators"in Paragraph 3 refers to__________.

A.those who do not cooperate but obtain the best solution.

B.those who are never informed of others’ views.

C.those who cooperate with others occasionally.

D.the constant cooperators with a poor average result.

【3】Which of the following factors makes a team cooperate better?

A.Group members cooperating all the time.

B.Group members in a good emotional state.

C.Equal distribution of men and women.

D.Equal participation in the communication.

【4】What is the main idea of the passage?

A.The meaning of teamwork.

B.In what ways teamwork operates.

C.Cooperation is, a useful tool.

D.Situations where teamwork works.

23、How to Activate Brain Cells

Scientists used to think that your brain stopped growing new cells once you reached adulthood. Happily, current research shows that it isn’t true! As you get older, you can continue to grow new brain cells.

Get regular aerobic(有氧的) exercise.

Research shows that regular aerobic exercise over a long period of time can better improve brain cells’ growth than other forms of exercise. Add aerobic activities such as swimming, power walking, and jogging, to your regular routine. 【1】

Do stress-relieving activities.

Activities that reduce stress and give you a sense of well-being can encourage the growth of new brain cells. 【2】 You can do some yoga, read your favorite books, or listen to relaxing music.

【3】

Antioxidant-rich(富含抗氧化物的) foods can prevent damage to your current brain cells and promote the growth of new, healthy cells. Omega-3 fatty acids may also help improve your brain’s health. Add plenty of brain-boosting foods to your diet, such as vegetable oil, nuts, green tea, blueberries and fatty fish.

Maintain an active social life.

【4】 It’s also good for your brain. Socializing helps keep your brain cells active, preventing some of the loss of brain function. If you can’t socialize in person, reach your friends over the phone or on social media.

Get plenty of good-quality sleep.

If you’re an adult, try to get 7-9 hours of sleep each night. If you’re a teen, aim for 8-10 hours. Your brain heals itself of the day’s stresses while you sleep. 【5】 You can improve your sleep by going to bed and waking up at the same time every day.

A．Spending time with friends isn’t just enjoyable.

B．Eat foods rich in substances that do good to brain cells.

C．Any kind of head injury may put you at risk of brain damage.

D．Try to do things that bring you pleasure and help you relax every day.

E．For example, you might aim for 30 minutes of jogging a day, 5 days a week.

F．Fortunately, there are treatments that can help you restore your brain’s health.

G．It also processes information you picked up during the day, helping you to learn and preserve new memories.

24、Whether you’re looking for a steamy cup of coffee or a wide range of sweet treats, there are endless selections of cafes that have something for you.

The Salfee Bar

Check out the newly opened branch at Quarry Bay, featuring a wide selection of salads and coffee. This vegan-friendly bar classifies salads based on their health benefits, including immune boost, heart guardian and anti-aging. You can also choose a fruity coffee to go green and go along with your salad.

The Salfee Bar, G/F, 34 Hoi Kwong Street, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

Knockbox

Found in the jam-packed neighbourhood of Wan Chai, Knockbox puts emphasis on the colors in coffee, encouraging customers to visualize their coffee-drinking experiences with the shop front. A cup of “red honey catuai” is only as different as a “long black”. Let Knockbox lead you to see the beauty in coffee and to “taste” out of the box.

Knockbox, 3 Burrows Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Cosha

This warm-coloured cafe situated in Central is the perfect place for a brunch. The beautifully colored juices that pair up with the savoury dishes are also worth a try. Let an icy Super Strawberry Juice or Mango Hill Juice help you beat the sweltering heat.

Cosha, G/F, 61 Elgin Street, Central, Hong Kong

Yama Coffee

Located in the busy neighbourhood of Yau Ma Tei, Yama Coffee takes you on a short vacation to Japan, as its design is based on a Japanese theme. The cafe is divided into two floors—the lower level mainly serves takeaway, while the upper level provides a variety of services, including reading and writing. Their latte is crafted with Hokkaido coffee beans and milk, giving it a rich, silky aftertaste.

Yama Coffee, 15 Pitt Street, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong

【1】Which cafe would you choose if you have a taste for vegetables?

A．The Salfee Bar.

B．Knockbox.

C．Cosha.

D．Yama Coffee.

【2】Which of the following may contribute to the popularity of Yama Coffee?

A．The wide variety of coffee.

B．The inviting colors in coffee.

C．The perfect place for a brunch.

D．Pleasant spaces for coffee and study.

【3】What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To compare the features of the cafes.

B．To inform readers of different cafes.

C．To share studies of some special cafes.

D．To evaluate the products of the cafes.

25、"WELCOME TO HELL, LADIES!" says Mr. Smith, the _______ of the adult ballet class. I force a smile as he presses down on my stiff back, attempting to be a little more _______.

When I was a little girl, I _______ elegantly dancing across the stage like the Swan Princess. With several reasons, my hopes of taking ballet lessons were _______. But every so often，usually while watching a brilliant performance of Swan Lake, those little _______ of unfulfilled desire would speak up and say that I should take lessons before it’s too late.

And here I am——more than 50 years——finally _______ for it.

I’m an absolute _______, but 30 years older than the rest of the participants in the adult class. We are practising “port de bras,” a ballet term for the _______ of the arms. I flutter (挥动) my arms, awakening my inner _______. “Your hands, they look like claws of a chicken,” Mr. Smith __________. “No one wants to look at that. It’s ugly.” He __________ his finger at various body parts while __________ giving feedback，“Head up，neck long, chest proud, stomach in, back straight, bottom tight." Every time he looks at me, I instantly know that I’ve missed __________. So I take note of every previous __________ to gain his approval.

After a few sessions，I find myself looking forward to taking ballet classes with a mix of anxiety and excitement. Between classes, I __________ my posture in every window I pass. I’m __________. My hands are less claw-like and my posture a little more __________. And I constantly imagine I’m on stage，holding the audience entirely in my __________.

Learning ballet as an adult has been a much bigger __________ than I expected，but I’m glad that I __________ and that ballet still appeals to me as it did when I was a little girl.

【1】

A．leader

B．instructor

C．receptionist

D．representative

【2】

A．relaxed

B．steady

C．flexible

D．comfortable

【3】

A．set about

B．insisted on

C．gave up

D．dreamed of

【4】

A．killed

B．thrown

C．rejected

D．canceled

【5】

A．misfortunes

B．regrets

C．complaints

D．pressures

【6】

A．longing

B．competing

C．struggling

D．applying

【7】

A．senior

B．beginner

C．amateur

D．lover

【8】

A．stretch

B．shape

C．function

D．movement

【9】

A．swan

B．voice

C．angel

D．thought

【10】

A．sighs

B．reminds

C．criticizes

D．announces

【11】

A．taps

B．swings

C．sticks

D．points

【12】

A．strictly

B．hurriedly

C．impatiently

D．cautiously

【13】

A．nothing

B．everything

C．anything

D．something

【14】

A．treatment

B．statement

C．adjustment

D．arrangement

【15】

A．design

B．check

C．assess

D．value

【16】

A．progressing

B．thinking

C．succeeding

D．waiting

【17】

A．stiff

B．twisted

C．straight

D．tight

【18】

A．energy

B．power

C．strength

D．ability

【19】

A．practice

B．achievement

C．campaign

D．challenge

【20】

A．took action

B．took a chance

C．made changes

D．made a difference

26、阅读下面短文, 根据其内容写一篇 60 词左右的内容概要。

How could we possibly think that keeping animals in cages in unnatural environments - mostly for entertainment purposes is fair and respectful?

Zoo officials say they are concerned about animals. However, most zoos remain “collections” of interesting “things” rather than protective habitats. Zoos teach people that it is acceptable to keep animals bored, lonely, and far from their natural homes.

Zoos claim to educate people and save endangered species, but visitors leave zoos without having learned anything meaningful about the animals’ natural behavior, intelligence, or beauty. Zoos keep animals in small spaces or cages, and most signs only mention the species’ name, diet, and natural range (分布区). The animals’ normal behavior is seldom noticed because zoos don’t usually take care of the animals’ natural needs.

The animals are kept together in small spaces, with no privacy and little opportunity for mental and physical exercise. This results in unusual and self-destructive behavior called zoochosis(动物精神病). A worldwide study of zoos found that zoochosis is common among animals kept in small spaces or cages. Another study showed that elephants spend 22 percent of their time making repeated head movements or biting cage bars, and bears spend 30 percent of their time walking back and forth, a sign of unhappiness and pain.

Furthermore, most animals in zoos are not endangered. Captive breeding(圈养繁殖) of endangered big cats, Asian elephants, and other species has not resulted in their being sent back to the wild. Zoos talk a lot about their captive breeding programs because they do not want people to worry about a species dying out. In fact, baby animals also attract a lot of paying customers. Haven’t we seen enough competitions to name baby animals?

Actually, we will save endangered species only if we save their habitats and put an end to the reasons why people kill them. Instead of supporting zoos, we should support groups that work to protect animals’ natural habitats.

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