清远2025-2026学年第二学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高二英语

1、No country in the world can ______ these problems alone, such as climate change, hunger and disease, etc. Therefore, all the countries should cooperate to get rid of them.

A.address B.cancel C.replace D.involve

2、He abandoned teaching_______ a career as a musician.

A.in favor of B.in terms of  C.with regard to D. with reference to

3、You must learn to read people, ______ will be necessary if you work in a team.

A. who  B. that  C. which  D. what

4、When I lived in Italy, I ________ often eat in the restaurant next to my flat.

A．could

B．would

C．may

D．must

5、If you want to lead a happy life, you’d better learn to accept life ______ it is.

A. as B. that

C. which D. where

6、——What are you reading, Tom?

——I’m not really reading, just ___ the pages.

A.turning off B.turning around C.turning over D.turning up

7、I ______ for over 40 minutes, but my food still isn’t ready.

A．am waiting

B．have been waiting

C．was waiting

D．had waited

8、You will find as you read this book that you just can’t keep some of these stories to ________. You will want to share them with a friend.

A. itself B. yourself C. himself D. themselves

9、---What kind of apartment do you need?

--- ________ with two bedrooms, one bathroom and one kitchen.

A．The one

B．That

C．One

D．It

10、After the actor was caught taking drugs, all the scenes in which he appeared in the film were___.

A.cut out B.cut down C.cut up D.cut off

11、If you have any question,please   free to contact me at sue_smith@126.com.

A. to feel   B. feeling

C. feel   D. felt

12、After work I went to the box office to buy the tickets for Kungfu Panda 2, only to be told there was ______ left．

A.nothing B.none C.no one D.neither

13、--Can I use the telephone on the table，sir？

--Under no circumstances _________ to use the telephone in the office for personal affairs．

A．anyone is allowed  B．nobody is allowed

C．is anyone allowed  D．is nobody allowed

14、If you are trying to _________a new skill, please concentrate on gaining some practical experience.

A.recommend B.assess C.acquire D.convince

15、I used to quarrel a lot with my parents，but now we________fine.

A.look out B.stay up

C.carry on D.get along

16、You may not have noticed that problem, but you could never withdraw it ______ regretful about your decision.

A.should you feel B.you should feel

C.had you left D.you had left

17、Tomorrow we'll pay a visit to a museum, next to _______ is a nice restaurant where we can have Italian food．

A. that   B. this   C. it D. which

18、 The factory used 65 percent of the raw materials, the rest of which _____ saved for other purposes.

A.is B.were C.was D.are

19、Studying hard is,  of course, important,  but enough res is no doubt ______ or even more important.

A.largely B.merely C.equally D.partly

20、_______relevant departments stressed no plastic covers were used for books, I didn't realize these covers contained harmful chemicals.

A.Until B.Unless C.While D.Since

21、If you’ve ever learned a new language, you know how difficult it can be. Native languages seem almost built in. But learning a new language, especially after early childhood, can be a huge task, burdened by long vocabulary lists to memorize and troublesome rules to master. Nevertheless, it’s worth the effort.

John Grundy, a scientist at Iowa State University who specializes in languages and the brain, explains that learning a new language causes extensive neuroplasticity (神经塑性) in the brain. In other words, when you learn a new language, your brain gets rearranged, new connections are made and new pathways are formed. “It’s really just a remodeling of the brain that allows it to become more efficient,” Grundy says.

These changes don’t help with just language functions. Chung-Fat-Yim, a post-doctoral researcher at Northwestern University, says they affect the whole executive processing part of the brain, what she calls the CEO of the brain. Bilinguals (双语者) use that area for language control, but also for other purposes such as the ability to plan for future behaviors, monitor and change behavior as needed, and switch between tasks. Being bilingual might also make you a nicer person. The bilingual person has to have an awareness that different people can hold different mental states about the same event. So they are more likely to develop greater empathy (共情).

Having a second language can even help to prevent or at least delay intelligence decline. There is a consistent finding that bilinguals are able to put off symptoms of mental disorders for about four to six years compared to those speaking one language.

If you’re thinking it’s too late, you’re probably wrong. It’s true that young children do more quickly learn whatever language they’re exposed to. But when it comes to adding on a new one, adults aren’t as at much of a disadvantage as you might think. If you practice a lot and bury yourself in the language, you can see the benefits at any age, especially when you get older.

【1】What does John Grundy think of picking up a new language?

A．It reshapes the brain and improves its efficiency.

B．It indeed lays a heavy burden on learners.

C．It is enough to memorize vocabulary and grammar.

D．It has a negative effect on learners’ native language.

【2】What do we know about Bilinguals in paragraph 3?

A．They change their behaviors frequently.

B．They may not concentrate on one thing.

C．They are more likely to understand others.

D．They tend to find faults with others’ work.

【3】What is vital in acquiring a new language for adults?

A．Age.

B．Engagement.

C．Motivation.

D．Strategy.

【4】What does the text mainly talk about?

A．How learning a language changes your brain.

B．Picking up a new language is a huge challenge.

C．Using more languages means less diseases.

D．How to master a new language effectively.

22、   Peking Opera is being introduced to primary and middle school students in an effort to promote the traditional art to the younger generation.

The country's first set of textbooks about Peking Opera was compiled and published by the Beijing Association of Promoting Quintessence of Chinese Culture and People's Education Press in 2015.

The textbooks for optional courses have been put on trial use in middle schools in Fengtai district and will be used in middle schools across the city. The textbooks for primary schools will also be rolled_out.

Since 2008, Beijing has promoted a program to provide opera training at dozens of primary schools. Schools apply for funds from the city's education department to hire professional actors and actresses to work with students as young as 6 or 7.

Peking Opera arose during the rule of Emperor Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty (1644 － 1911). It  flourished for decades in China and as its fame spread, it  drew audiences in other countries, including the United States and Japan.

Yet over the years, its popularity diminished. While a significant number of people listened to radio productions of Peking Opera before the 1980s, generations born after that pursued pop culture over the traditional arts.

【1】What is the purpose of introducing Peking Opera to primary and middle school students?

A.To make their horizons broader. B.To increase their knowledge.

C.To find their interest. D.To make Peking Opera inherited.

【2】What is the meaning of the underlined words in Paragraph 3?

A.sold out B.printed out C.released D.delivered

【3】What can be inferred from the passage?

A.The introduction process can't be completed very soon.

B.Since 2008, dozens of primary schools have started to provide opera training.

C.Peking Opera dates from Emperor Qianlong.

D.Peking Opera was popular with audiences from the United States and Japan.

【4】What's the attitude of generations born after the 1980s towards Peking Opera?

A.Like. B.Dislike. C.Hate. D.Don't care.

23、阅读表达

Herman Cruse, a school bus driver from New Jersey, has been with Middle Township Public Schools for the past nine years. He believes bus drivers are the eyes and ears of students when they're away from home and they have a gift to discern what kids are feeling.

During one morning ride, Cruse noticed a kindergartner seemed a little sad. When Cruse asked him what was wrong, the boy explained that he wasn't able to complete his reading assignment because his parents were busy with his four siblings (兄弟姐妹). An idea suddenly crossed Cruse's mind. “Listen, if you don't mind, I'd like to come to the school and read with you. ”he said.

After receiving permission from the boy's teacher, Alex Bakley, Cruse showed up at her classroom the following week. When he walked in, the boy shouted proudly, “Hey, that's my bus driver!”They went into a quiet corner and began reading together. Later, a second student wanted to read with him, then a third. All the kids went to the teacher asking, “Can I read with Mr. Herman?”

Cruse now volunteers to help kindergarten students with reading two days a week, and on a third day, he instructs the school's first-and second-graders. After dropping the kids off at school, of course. Every child looks up to Cruse, both on and off the school bus. “Herman is super positive and he's a bright light at our school who makes every child feel loved and heard. ”said Bakley.

For Cruse, what started out as a way to kill time has now developed into a way to make a difference in the heart of a child. He used to go to the gym or library after delivering students to schools. It wasn't until he offered to help the boy on the bus that he realized there was something more rewarding he could be doing. It's a joy for him to see the kids get excited when they learn to sound out words. He loves how reading opens up a new world for them.

【1】What does the underlined word mean in Paragraph 1? (1 word)

____________________________________________________________

【2】Why did the boy on the bus look a little upset? (no more than 11 words)

____________________________________________________________

【3】What help does Cruse offer after delivering students to schools? (no more than 12 words)

____________________________________________________________

【4】Why does Cruse think his voluntary work is rewarding according to the last paragraph? (no more than 16 words)

____________________________________________________________

【5】Who's “a bright light” in your life? Please explain in your own words. (no more than 20 words)

____________________________________________________________

24、When my grandmother Deed was young she contracted polio (小儿麻痹症). She was kept in bed for the better part of a year and lost the use of her right leg. She was raising my young father on her own, so it felt like an impossible situation. Her family gave her much support and encouragement. Slowly but surely, Deed learned not only to deal, but to thrive with her disability. People thought she was crazy when she wanted to start her own business, but she was determined. She borrowed money from the bank for her business. She went on to run a successful company and became one of the first women entrepreneurs in the city of Revere, Massachusetts.

I truly believe polio was a gift to my grandmother. It strengthened her beliefs and made her strong and resilient (有适应力的), but it also forced her to slow down and think about everything quietly and seriously. She never complained about her condition, not once.

However, I often got angry and complained when things weren't going my way. Deed would turn to me and gave me advice on my next move. Though far from Hollywood (she lived on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire), Deed seemed to know answers to the problems that seemed to puzzle me. She was my trusted mentor (导师). With each visit, she would help me better myself; expand my mind and go after bigger dreams.

I became confident, more driven and focused on what I wanted to achieve. Each step of the way, Deed was there to cheer me on. The more I leaned back out of fear, the more she challenged me to walk further to the possibilities.

Within a month of selling my first screenplay, Deed passed away. She is on my mind daily. Now, whenever I deal with career issues that scare me, I would remind myself of her greatest piece of advice: Sit down and take a breath. It will all work out.

【1】What is the first paragraph mainly about?

A．Introducing Deed to us.

B．Telling us what Deed suffered.

C．Showing us the author's family.

D．Informing us about Deed's disease.

【2】What can we conclude from Deed's disability?

A．Every dog has its day.

B．Every coin has two sides.

C．Hard work pays off.

D．Time and tide wait for no man.

【3】What would Deed do when the author got puzzled in life?

A．Complain to him.

B．Give him some advice.

C．Explain the trouble to him.

D．Move a step forward to him.

【4】Why does the author write this text?

A．To tell us how he got success.

B．To give us some advice on life.

C．To show us his life in the childhood.

D．To remember his grandmother.

25、Ketaki Kale, who is now 33，started her career as a nurse nine years ago. At that time it was impossible for her to _________ she would be sent off to the front line to _________ against a pandemic(流行病). Kale trembled within, as she broke the news to her_________she had been sent to the COVID-19 ward(病房）at Naidu Hospital，Pune.

Kale's mother-in-law, a retired nurse, who_________Ketaki to take up nursing, reminded her of the spirit of service that nurses must be _________ to. “You go,” she said. “I will look after the kids”. There were 15 COVID special patients under her _________. Kale says with _________,“During their hospital stay, they have formed_________ with us and we become their families away from home.” But the hospital staff are extremely _________when they are able to send the patients home after their recovery.

In fact, an 85-year-old lady__________ about a month ago. This incident has __________ cast a shadow over the ward. To make sure other patients are not __________, Kale cheers them up with jokes __________possible. But there are a variety of duties they need to__________: giving medicines and injections to patients and helping them with __________. Serving the doctors with patients’__________is also an important task.

“I am concerned about my __________ ,” says Kale, who hasn't gone home for two months. Kale’s husband, Ganesh, has to help to do __________and look after their sons though he is busy with his work. “No matter how__________you are, the risk remains," says Kale. However, being on the front line, and __________ the disease, has made her strong and even more committed. "Our patients come first, before anything else," she says.

【1】

A．persuade

B．imagine

C．judge

D．forecast

【2】

A．compete

B．guard

C．protect

D．fight

【3】

A．family

B．friend

C．partner

D．colleague

【4】

A．forced

B．informed

C．inspired

D．warned

【5】

A．familiar

B．open

C．accustomed

D．committed

【6】

A．watch

B．care

C．control

D．leadership

【7】

A．pity

B．confidence

C．warmth

D．surprise

【8】

A．bonds

B．organizations

C．units

D．teams

【9】

A．calm

B．shocked

C．funny

D．happy

【10】

A．broke down

B．left off

C．passed away

D．gave out

【11】

A．slowly

B．obviously

C．randomly

D．exactly

【12】

A．affected

B．involved

C．ignored

D．infected

【13】

A．whichever

B．however

C．whatever

D．whenever

【14】

A．take off

B．look for

C．focus on

D．jump at

【15】

A．fruits

B．meals

C．studies

D．jokes

【16】

A．condition

B．appointment

C．experience

D．advice

【17】

A．relatives

B．boys

C．patients

D．parents

【18】

A．schedules

B．operations

C．research

D．housework

【19】

A．powerful

B．intelligent

C．careful

D．determined

【20】

A．battling

B．noticing

C．examining

D．following

26、某中学生英文报正举办＂The Season I Like Best＂的征文活动，请用英文写一篇短文投稿，内容应包括：

1. 你最喜欢的季节；

2. 你喜欢该季节的两条理由(如：气候、景色、活动、感受……)。

注意：

1. 词数100左右；

2. 题目已为你写好；

3. 行文连贯，语篇完整；

4. 文中不得透露个人真实信息。

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