石家庄2025学年度第二学期期末教学质量检测高二英语

1、Enthusiastic fans would rather they________ the super star at the airport tomorrow morning.

A. should meet   B. would meet

C. met   D. were to meet

2、Peter loves his daughter, but perhaps he ________ her too much.

A．occupies

B．polishes

C．prohibits

D．shelters

3、How about a trip to the beach？  I will ask Tom  to go with us.

A.You have my word! B.Sorry，I'm occupied.

C.Rather! D.Are you kidding？

4、Each spring the apple tree in my garden blossoms so________that the air becomes filled with the sweet of apple.

A.abundantly B.approximately C.apparently D.automatically

5、Today, the increasing number of genderqueer and trans people, along with the increasingly________ nature of gender presentation and more general discussion about it further complicates the idea.

A.flexible B.rigid C.various D.general

6、—Mum, I am worrying about my pet dog while we are away.

—Boy, you ________. Our neighbor has offered to help us.

A. can’t   B. wouldn’t   C. needn’t   D. mustn’t

7、--Has James finished his report on his Enquiry Learning yet？

--I’m not sure．She _________ on it last week．

A．was working B．has worked

C．worked  D．had worked

8、Going out is __________good means of relaxation. Would you like to go to______ park with me in the afternoon?

A. the ;the B. the; a   C. a; the   D. /；a

9、To produce the goods satisfying the environmental ______, the company  has  brought in advanced technology to remove the chemicals in the course of production.

A.burdens B.requirements C.pollution D.evolution

10、Knowledge is of no value ______ you put it into practice.

A．if

B．until

C．although

D．unless

11、I told you that every effort paid off and you should stick to your goal, ________?

A．didn’t I

B．shouldn’t you

C．isn’t it

D．didn’t it

12、Publishers don't see e-books as a threat to written books. ______________, they see them as an opportunity to draw in a new generation of readers.

A.Therefore. B.Anyway

C.Instead D.Besides

13、Tech-free tourism refers to traveling without a mobile phone or similar devices, particularly to places_____ block or cannot access Internet and cellular signals.

A. which   B. where     C. when   D. who

14、A Chinese student’s print-like handwriting caused controversy among British Internet users, _____ both praise and questions about individuality.

A. having drawn   B. drawing     C. to draw   D. drew

15、Your parents are always there by you, _____you need them.

A. whenever   B. however   C. whatever   D. whoever

16、Ten days are devoted to this training program and ________ it be unsuccessful, it could be repeated later.

A．should

B．could

C．might

D．would

17、—What did he say about being late for the meeting?

—He gave some excuse about missing the bus, but sounds a bit ______.

A. responsible   B. impressive   C. lame   D. severe

18、She accused the press photographers of ________ her privacy.

A.challenging B.violating C.abusing D.confirming

19、 Success is not final, and failure is not deadly. It is the courage to continue ______ counts in life.

A. that   B. which

C. where   D. when

20、— What’s the _________ weight of luggage that I can take aboard the plane, Sir?

— Thirty kilograms.

A．accurate

B．average

C．maximum

D．unique

21、The Royal Mint has chosen Beatrix Potter’s thieving Peter Rabbit as the first character from children’s literature ever to appear on a UK coin.

Peter, pictured in the blue jacket that he is forced to abandon in the garden of Mr McGregor when he is caught stealing vegetables, is captured on a special, coloured edition of a 50p coin available from now. The Royal Mint, which described Peter as “the most recognizable of Potter’s creations, and one of the most cherished from children’s literature”, will release uncoloured versions of the coin in change later this year.

Three more of Potter’s characters will also be committed to currency later this year, as part of celebrations marking 150 years since the children’s author’s birth. The images have been created by coin designer Emma Noble, who said it was “amazing to be given the opportunity to work with such famous and treasured literary characters”.

Potter’s The Tale of Peter Rabbit, featuring Peter and his better-behaved siblings (兄弟姐妹) Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail, was the first of her stories to be published, released in 1902 by Frederick Warne & Co. Potter would go on to follow it with a series of much-loved stories which remain popular today, from The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin to The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck.

【1】Which character from children’s literature can be found on the UK coin?

A. Jemima Puddle-Duck

B. Squirrel Nutkin

C. Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail

D. Peter Rabbit

【2】According to the passage, the coins will be released by the Royal Mint to_____.

A. celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter

B. celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Peter Rabbit

C. celebrate the first publication of The Tale of Peter Rabbit

D. promote the sales of Beatrix Potter’s works

【3】Which of the following statement is true?

A. Peter Rabbit is one of the most recognized literary characters in UK.

B. The Tale of Peter Rabbit mainly features his better-behaved siblings.

C. It was Emma Noble who created Peter Rabbit, the famous literary character.

D. Uncoloured versions of the Peter Rabbit coin are available now.

【4】Where is this passage probably taken from?

A. An autobiography B. A children’s book

C. A travel guide D. A news report

22、   Tricia Hurt, her husband Brian, and their son Brady were out enjoying a fishing adventure on Marsh-Miller Lake in Wisconsin when they found a baby bear in huge suffering. According to the locals in the area, the little bear had been running on land with a plastic tub on his head for three to four days, but he somehow got into the water, worsening his condition.

The bear could be seen swimming in fear and shifting away from the family as they edged the boat closer. He was terrified, but the tub was quickly filled with water and he was in danger of drowning.

"Go a little faster, Brady. Get in front of him," Tricia instructed her son to drive the boat closer to the animal. Brian got close to the bear and tried to pull the tub out, but it had become too slippery. Brian lost his control, but he wasn't discouraged because the bear's ears had managed to come loose. That meant the plastic tub wasn't stuck and he just had to get closer.

The rescue lasted about five minutes and they made several attempts before the tub finally came off. Brady made the boat circle around the bear and his father gave one last try that set the animal free. Once the tub came off, the bear was able to swim easily to the shore and catch a much-needed break.

The family was extremely relieved as Tricia called out to the swimming animal, "Swim happily.'

"We were so excited! We did our good deed for the day. It felt good to help the poor bear. You don't like to see animals struggle." Tricia later said in an interview.

When the Hurts returned to their resort, everyone offered their gratitude. Tracy, a native, said, "No one else had been able to help the bear for several days as it struggled with the deadly tub on its head. We need more people like the Hurts!"

【1】What happened to the bear?

A．He was drowned in the lake.

B．He was hurt by hunters.

C．He got a tub on his head.

D．He got trapped by the locals.

【2】Who pulled out the tub?

A．Tracy.

B．Tricia.

C．Brady.

D．Brian.

【3】Which of the following can be the best title for the text?

A．A Family Outing-Timely Rescue.

B．Tubs Banned-Animals Saved.

C．Never Too Late to Save Animals.

D．An Exciting Family Adventure.

23、   There are many therapies (疗法) for depression, including medical treatment, psychotherapy and talk therapy. Having a range of treatment choices is a good idea because no single treatment works equally well for each of millions of sufferers. Choosing the most suitable treatment is important to them. Now researchers say a new therapy proven to relieve depression should be added to the established treatments. It's called nature therapy. “Interacting with nature can have positive effects on those with depression,” says Ethan Kross, PhD, an expert who has studied the nature-depression link.

A little exposure to nature helps all of us get our energy back, and it may have special benefit for those who are depressed. “It seems that, from our work, the restorative effect of nature seems to be stronger for individuals with depression,” says Marc Berman, PhD, an assistant professor of psychology at the University of Chicago. That might be because they feel mentally exhausted, and being in nature reenergizes them. However, Dr. Berman has a strong warning. “We're not arguing that interacting with nature should replace clinically proven treatments for depression,” he says, “Nor should those with clinical depression try to treat themselves.”

However, Berman and others say, interactions with nature could serve as a very effective supplementary treatment. Compared to adults with depression walking for 50 minutes in an urban setting, those who took a 50-minute walk in a natural setting were less depressed and had better memory skills.

Why does nature hold this special effect? Berman says, “In a natural environment, we can choose to think or not, and this choice is believed to help us rest our brains. You can then pay attention later, when you need to.” He adds, “It gives people more ability to concentrate, which is a big problem for those with depression.” Nature provides an effective setting for resting our brains, unlike urban setting. Even in the most peaceful urban environment, you have to pay attention to such things as traffic and stoplights.

【1】What can we learn about depression therapies from paragraph 1?

A.They focus on physical activity. B.They pay no attention to interactions.

C.They mainly depend on natural environment. D.They need to be tailored to different patients.

【2】How does nature benefit patients with depression？

A.By replacing clinic treatment. B.By making them feel energetic.

C.By reminding them to rest in time. D.By covering up their mental problems

【3】What does the underlined word “supplementary” in paragraph 3 probably mean?

A.Essential. B.Traditional. C.Controversial. D.Additional.

【4】What is the text mainly about?

A.An urban setting of restoring energy.

B.The positive role of nature in treating depression.

C.The popularity of using multiple ways to treat diseases.

D.An effective replacement of clinical therapy for depression.

24、Larry’s Country Diner in Nashville-Schedule & Tickets

Straight from the Ozarks comes the much-loved show Larry’s Country Diner, which serves mouthwatering food alongside entertainment for a pleasant and fun evening out on the town! This combination is sure to be a wonderful one, allowing guests of all ages to shake their heads along with awesome music and get their fill of tasty downhome cooking.

Head to the beautiful CabaRay theater to experience the fun! The lineup currently includes:

This exclusive musical event is home to so many outstanding country stars. You will be able to relax as they bring some of their best hits to you while you dine on a delicious meal that is sure to fill you up. The meal itself is amazing, allowing guests to dine on selections like BBQ chicken and wild rice. No matter if you visit at dinner or at lunch, you will leave satisfied!

Frequently Asked Questions for Larry’s Country Diner-Schedule & Tickets:

•How long is the Larry’s Country Diner in Nashville - Schedule & Tickets?

The entire experience lasts about 3 hours.

•What is included in the admission price for Larry’s Country Diner in Nashville-Schedule& Tickets?

VIP tickets include dinner.

•Is Larry’ s Country Diner in Nashville - Schedule & Tickets handicap（disability）accessible?

Yes.

【1】What can people do at Larry’s Country Diner?

A．Join famous stars in dining.

B．Enjoy food with great music.

C．Develop home cooking skills.

D．Go on a music journey in town.

【2】Who will perform on August 7th Evening Shows?

A．Mo Pitney.

B．Jeannie Seely.

C．Billy Dean.

D．Suzy Bogguss.

【3】What can we learn from the text?

A．Some of the performers are disabled.

B．The show features American country music.

C．One can enjoy breakfast in Morning Shows.

D．Meals are covered in admission for everyone.

25、Open Offices Can Lead to Closed Minds

“Loneliness is a crowded room,” as Bryan Ferry of the band Roxy Music once sang, adding that everyone was “all together, all alone.” The open-plan office might have been designed to make his point. That is not the reason for the layout, of course. The supposed aim of open-plan offices is to ensure that workers will have more ____ with their colleagues, and that the resulting ____ will lead to greater productivity.        

Ethan Bernstein and Stephen Turban, two Harvard Business School academics, set out to test this proposition. The authors surveyed interactions between colleagues in two unnamed multinational companies which had ____ open-plan offices. They did so by recruiting workers to wear different devices to detect, record, and monitor their interactions, body movement, and their location.

At the first company, the authors found that face-to-face interactions were more than three times higher in the old, cubicle (小隔间)-based office than in an open-plan space where employees have clear lines of sight to each other. ____, the number of e-mails people sent to each other ____ by 56% when they switched to open-plan. In the second company, face-to-face interactions decreased by a third after the switch to open-plan, whereas ____ traffic increased by between 22% and 50%.

Why did this shift occur? The authors suggest that employees value their ____ and find new ways to ____ it in an open-plan office. They shut themselves off by wearing large headphones to keep out the ____ caused by nearby colleagues. Indeed, those who _____ open-plan offices seem to have forgotten the importance of being able to concentrate on your work.

____ also find other ways of communicating with their fellow workers. Rather than have a chat in front of a large audience, employees simply send an e-mail; the result (as measured at one of the two companies surveyed) was that ____ declined.

Cubicles do not offer a great work environment either; they are still noisy and cut off employees from natural light. But at least workers have more of a chance to give their work area a(n) ____ touch. Allowing plenty of room for pictures of children, office plants, novelty coffee mugs — these are ways of making people feel more relaxed and happy in their jobs.

However, an open-plan office is a clear ____ to low-level office workers that they are seen as disposable cogs in a machine. Combine this with the lack of privacy and the office becomes a(n) ____ place to work. Workers could stay at home but that negates the intended benefits of collaboration that open-plan offices bring.

【1】

A．room

B．contact

C．commitment

D．assessment

【2】

A．conflict

B．confusion

C．cooperation

D．congestion

【3】

A．stuck to

B．identified with

C．interacted with

D．switched to

【4】

A．As a result

B．In a sense

C．In addition

D．In contrast

【5】

A．increased

B．altered

C．weakened

D．decreased

【6】

A．road

B．air

C．e-mail

D．passenger

【7】

A．cooperation

B．partnership

C．privacy

D．enthusiasm

【8】

A．fuel

B．preserve

C．exchange

D．overcome

【9】

A．attention

B．discomfort

C．distractions

D．attraction

【10】

A．advocate

B．equip

C．combine

D．ignore

【11】

A．Researchers

B．Employees

C．Authors

D．Audiences

【12】

A．communication

B．crowdedness

C．concentration

D．productivity

【13】

A．decorative

B．finishing

C．personal

D．enhancing

【14】

A．message

B．layout

C．design

D．picture

【15】

A．productive

B．mismatched

C．undeniable

D．depressing

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。

18-year-old Paul often visited his 80-year-old grandma Edith. He’d start his day early and leave for his grandma’s house first in the morning.

Because his family was poor, Paul walked nearly six miles daily to see Edith, bringing her breakfast and chatting with her. Edith lived alone and didn’t want to move out of her beloved house to live with Paul’s family.

She was touched by Paul’s care for her. And she decided she’d pass her house and heirloom(传家宝)jewelry down to him when she died.

Sixty-year-old Stephen was Edith’s neighbour. Whenever he saw Paul came, he’d sit silently near his motorbike in his yard and listen to them chatting joyfully. It often reminded him of his only grandchild, who was lost in an accident with his parents on his birthday. After that, Stephen lived alone. He felt an unusual affection for Paul.

One day, on his way to Edith’s house, Paul saw Stephen struggling to move his motorbike. He rushed to help him. “Thank you,son,” Stephen said. “Do you live nearby? I often see you here.”

After Paul explained, Stephen was shocked that Paul would walk so far daily. Then Stephen took out the keys to the motorbike, which he had planned to give to his grandchild as a birthday gift. “Here! I was planning to sell it. Now, I decide to give it to you for free,” Stephen said. Paul refused, but he insisted.

Paul gratefully took the keys and further chatted with Stephen. He learned Stephen lived a poor life and made a living by driving tourists around using his own car. The car was old. He guessed it would be useless in a year or two.

After chatting, Paul went to visit his grandmother. When he left, he waved at Stephen as he rode past his house. The following day, Paul reached Edith’s house earlier by motorbike. He was shocked when finding his grandma lying on the floor in a dead faint. He immediately called an ambulance.

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“If you had arrived five minutes late, you could have lost her,” the doctor told Paul.

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Days later, Paul bought Stephen a new car by selling the jewelry from his late grandma.

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