2021-2022学年四川省遂宁校高二下学期期中考试英语试题（Word版） 听力

1、 PAGE PAGE 14四川省遂宁中学校2021-2022学年高二下学期期中考试英语注意事项：1答卷前，考生务必将自己的班级、姓名和准考证号填写在试卷和答题卡上。2选择题用2B铅笔在对应的题号涂黑答案。主观题用0.5毫米黑色签字笔答在答题卡上对应的答题区域内。3考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，请将答题卡上交。第I卷(选择题 共100分)第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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

2、。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Does the man think that they can get there by night?A.There is no doubt. B.Yes, if there is no hold-up. C.Impossible.2.How often does Amy take her ballet lessons now?A.Once every week. B.Twice every week. C.Every other day after school.3.Where did this conversation most probably take pla

3、ce?A.At a grocers store. B.At a restaurant. C.At a bookstore.4.How many students did the woman believe had taken the exam last Saturday?A.Forty students. B.Seventy-five students. C.Twenty-five students.5.What does the woman mean?A.She does not agree with the man.B.She thinks that it is better to wai

4、t.C.She thinks that it is better to drive at night.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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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至7题。6.Where does the conversation take place?A.In a hotel. B.At a booking office. C.At a frien

5、ds house.7.What will the man probably do in a few days?A.Fly to another country. B.Come to the same hotel. C.Drive here to visit friends.听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。8.When did the man go to India?A.Years ago. B.A year ago. C.Two years ago.9.At what time of the day will the woman visit the Taj Mahal if she stay l

6、ong enough?A.In the morning. B.At night. C.In the morning and at night.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10.What is the main topic of the conversation?A.The suggestion for Susan.B.The guitar lesson for Susans son.C.The guitar lesson for Mary.11.On which day is the woman going to take her lessons?A.Monday. B.Wednesda

7、y. C.Friday.12.How much will the woman have to pay for her lessons each time?A.8 dollars. B.6 dollars. C.4 dollars.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13.Why did Hans go to England?A.For studying. B.For researching. C.For visiting a friend.14.Where did Hans mainly stay in England?A.In London. B.In Manchester. C.In Liv

8、erpool.15.How long did Hans stay in England?A.2 weeks. B.4 weeks. C.6 weeks.16.What was the weather like in England when Hans was there?A.Hot. B.Sunny. C.Foggy.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17.Venice is the “Queen” of _.A.The Adriatic Sea B.The Mediterranean Sea C.The Pacific Ocean18.How do people travel in the

9、 city?A.By bus. B.By train. C.By boat.19.Whats happening to this city?A.The city is becoming more beautiful.B.The city is becoming smaller.C.The city is sinking.20What will the people there do to save the city?A.They can make the city larger.B.They can build some strong walls and gates in the sea.C.

10、They can rebuild the city.第二部分 阅读理解(共两节, 满分40分)第一节 (共15小题;每小题2分, 满分30分)阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中, 选出最佳选项。AGermany may be famous for its wealth of history and culture, but it also housed some of Europes most wild and wonderful landscapes.Jasmund National ParkIt lies on the west coast of the offshore

11、 island of Rugen. This UNESCO-protected site is the smallest of Germanys national parks. It is here that painter Caspar David Friedrich found himself inspired to create one of his masterpieces, Chalk cliffs on Rugen, in 1818. Here long trails can take you all the way to the Rugen coastline, where wh

12、ite-sand beaches and blue waters wait.Berchtesgaden National ParkBerchtesgaden is one of Germanys oldest and most beautiful conservation areas. Trails go in and out of the forest, leading you along the bunks of glassy lakes. The more adventurous visitors may choose paragliding (滑翔伞运动) from Mount Jen

13、ner mid they can fly over 1,800 meters. Back on the ground, a network of more than 150 miles of walking trails twist through the forest.Southern Black Forest Nature ParkThe highland areas, with views over Switzerland and France, are a good place for food-lovers. Activities in the park range from hik

14、ing and fishing to mountain biking, while the slower travelers will enjoy the trails for an escape from everyday life.The Bliesgau BiosphereThis place is home to almost half of all German orchid (兰花) species. The grasslands spread for miles, drawing in different butterflies. Thanks to its comfortabl

15、e climate, this is a region of sustainable (可持续的) development. In fact, this park is an example of fanning done right and offers a wealth of agricultural know-how to anyone eager to learn.1. What is special about Jasmund National Park?A. It has many different flowers.B. It covers the smallest area.C

16、. It is good for travelers to fish.D. It offers beautiful grasslands.2. Where can visitors enjoy the scenery of three countries?A. In Jasmund National Park.B. In Berchtesgaden National Park.C. In Southern Black Forest Nature Park.D. In the Bliesgau Biosphere.3. Where does this text probably come fro

17、m?A. A travel guide.B. A short story.C. A report.D. An essay.BChinese people love food made of flour, whether it be dumplings, or flatbread. In the hands of skilled artisans(手艺人), flour is made into lovely models of people or animals to be enjoyed and played with, which brings a unique kind of pleas

18、ure. This art form is called dough figurine(面塑). Among the various art styles of dough figurines, Beijings Dough Figurine Lang is a unique folk art, which is filled with the rich history and customs of the capital city. Their delicate and lovely handicrafts are storytellers of old and new Beijing. I

19、n 2008, it was included in the list of national intangible cultural heritage.It was created by Lang Shaoan. Most of the dough figurines are animals and characters from legends, historical stories, and local operas. The finished product is either put at the end of a thin stick, or on a table for disp

20、lay. Some are mostly for children to eat or play with, with simple forms and vivid decorations, while some are delicate pieces of artwork for display only. For this reason, during the making process, they are often mixed with additives(添加剂)to prevent them from breaking up, being eaten by insects or

21、growing moldy. Over the course of his long career, Lang Shaoan developed a set of skilled fingers with an elegant artistic sense.Lang Jiaziyu, born in 1995, is the third-generation inheritor of Dough Figurine Lang. When he was 15, he created Beijing Olympic Mascot-shaped dough figurines which were h

22、ighly praised. He looks a bit more fashionable than other folk artisans. In his skilled hands, pop culture icons such as figures based on Marvel comics characters and Chinese mythological figure Nezha with smoky makeup, are resonating with young people.Like most of the other intangible cultural heri

23、tage handicrafts in China, Dough Figurine Lang does not get as much attention from the public. Many young people are unwilling to take the time to master a skill that does not make money, which has led to a decline in the number of those who are devoted to the handicraft. Good handicrafts need the d

24、evotion of artisans from one generation to another.4. Why do artisans add additives to dough figurines?A. To make dough figurines taste good.B. To keep colors brighter and last longer.C. To help shape dough into various forms.D. To better preserve the finished products.5. Which of the following is c

25、lose in meaning of the underlined phrase?A. are ignored by.B. are well accepted by.C. are concerned with.D. are familiar with.6. What is the best title of the passage?A. A Traditional Chinese Culture.B. History and Customs of Beijing.C. Dough Figurine and Its Inheritance.D. An Intangible Cultural He

26、ritage.7. What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To call on people to master a skill.B. To appeal to people to value this folk art.C. To teach people ways to appreciate the handicraft.D. To persuade people to protect national cultural heritage.CWildlife corridors are like safe highways for anima

27、ls. These untouched areas let species move about freely to feed, breed, and migrate (迁徙) without disturbance from humans. The Vital Ground Foundation and Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative (Y2Y) bought 80 acres in northwestern Montana. The area was bought from a landowner committed to prot

28、ecting open spaces over development. The area will be used to maintain wildlife habitats for species throughout the states northwestern corner and is particularly important for grizzly bears.“In 2015, new science on grizzly bear connectivity identified this area as one of a few remaining connection

29、points for grizzly bears in northwest Montana,” says Grossman, U.S. program manager for Y2Y. “Last year, the opportunity became available to work with the landowner in the area. With the rapid development of the real estate (房地产) market, we knew we needed to act quickly.”“At the local area, this pro

30、ject conserves open spaces for wildlife movement,” Grossman says. She points out that grizzly bears are an umbrella species. This means that if they are doing well, most other wildlife in the ecosystem is also doing well. Bears can help us conserve habitats for a full range of plants and animals tha

31、t make a functioning ecosystem that all of us need to survive. That is why this project focuses on the needs of bears.It often becomes more difficult to preserve wildlife corridors like these. In Montana where this land has been purchased, property values have increased and land has been sold and de

32、veloped quickly. Once development happens, its harder to conserve land and keep areas connected. “However, this change in the real estate market has led to some landowners reflecting on their values and vision for the community. In this way, it creates an opportunity for us to be able to work with p

33、eople who want to see these areas remain high quality wildlife habitats, rural and undeveloped,” Grossman says.8. Why did the authorities buy the land in northwestern Montana?A. To help develop the local economy.B. To better preserve wildlife habitats.C. To construct highways in rural areas.D. To pr

34、event endangered species migrating.9. What does the author intend to do in Paragraph 2?A. To explain a natural phenomenon.B. To provide some advice for readers.C. To add some background information.D. To introduce a new topic for discussion.10. Why does this project concentrate on protecting grizzly

35、 bears?A. Their population has declined sharply.B. They play a critical role in the ecosystem.C. They affect living habits of other wildlife.D. Human activities harm them seriously.11. What affects wildlife corridors according to Paragraph 4?A. Land development.B. Community structure.C. Damaged ecos

36、ystem.D. Geographic locations.DPeople often plan to receive medical exam but dont, resulting in increasing health care cost. A surprising number of citizens mean to complete tax forms in time but forget to, forcing them to pay unnecessary fines. Many families miss the government deadline to complete

37、 financial aid forms, losing out on aid available for child care.How can policymakers help people follow through on important tasks? They use carrots and sticks: bonuses, late fees, or regulations. These methods can be clumsy, and often arent effective for the situation at hand. Reminding people to

38、form simple plans. however, provides a low-cost, simple, and powerful tool.Evidence is growing that providing prompts, which push people at key times to think through how and when they will follow through, make people more likely to act on tasks of importance. In one early randomized study on tetanu

39、s vaccination rates, for example, a team of social psychologists showed that 28% of Oxford University seniors got the shot after being encouraged to review their weekly schedules and to select a possible time to stop by the health center. They were also given a list of times when shots were availabl

40、e and a map showing the health centers location. Only 3% of the seniors got the shot when simply informed about how effective the shots were.People who make a plan gain an advantage from their psychological forces. Specifically, they can overcome the tendency to put off as well as the tendency to be

41、 overly optimistic about the time it will take to accomplish a task. Imagine Sarah who wants to renew a car insurance, but it will require two hours of travel to and from a garage. Making a plan may lead her to lake two hours off and have her responsibilities covered by her colleagues while she is a

42、way. Moreover, she will be less likely to underestimate the time needed to accomplish the taska particularly common problem for complex tasks.People mistakenly believe that their strong intentions are enough to push them to perform desired behaviors. These psychological research results stress the n

43、eed for policy decisions that encourage plan making and improve social welfare.12. What phenomenon is described in paragraph 1?A. Heavy burden of daily chores.B. Lack of task management skills.C. Disappointment of over-ambitions.D. Failure to achieve original intentions.13. What does the randomized

44、tetanus vaccination study show?A. People need to think deeply before they act.B. Specific reminders help people accomplish plans.C. Awareness of task significance matters in planning.D. Seniors need encouragement to have vaccination shots.14. What psychological benefit can people get from making a p

45、lan?A. They are realistic in the time required.B. They are optimistic about the outcome.C. They are confident to overcome hardship.D. They are careful with task arrangements.15. Who may be the intended readers of this text?A. Medical staff.B. Government officials.C. Ordinary people.D. Social psychol

46、ogists.第二节(共5小题;每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余 选项。What do you imagine when you think of a forest? You probably imagine a vast area of land covered with trees. But as many traditional forests are destroyed, tiny forests some as small as a tennis court have sprung up (涌现) in cities

47、 around the world. _16_.These mini forests are inspired by Akira Miyawaki, a botanist, or plant scientist from Japan who pioneered a special way of growing forests. _17_ It involves planting a wide variety of native trees close together and leaving them to grow into a forest. Miyawaki has planted mo

48、re than 1,000 of these in Japan and other countries.The Miyawaki method is said to grow trees 10 times faster than other methods. _18_Thats according to a 2018 study by Wageningen University, in the Netherlands. The study says the diversity of tree species attracts a greater variety of insects looki

49、ng for food and shelter._19_ Boomforest is an organization in Paris, France. It planted two forests using the Japanese botanists method. The group also teaches people how they can grow their own mini forests. In the Netherlands, IVN Nature Education has helped communities build 100 forests using the

50、 Miyawaki method. The group also educates kids about tiny forests.Simon Lewis, a professor of global change science at University College London, is excited about tiny forests. He explains that its important to grow trees because they absorb carbon dioxide. _20_ He hopes more people will use the Miy

51、awaki method to plant mini forests.A. It plans to double that number by 2022.B. The Miyawaki method has become popular in Europe.C. Theyre increasing biodiversity (生物多样性) and fighting climate change.D. Thats a gas that contributes to climate change.E. Lewis points to trees grown and cut down to make

52、 paper.F. Its known as the Miyawaki method.G. And these tiny forests are more bio-diverse than traditional forests.第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节,满分45分)第一节 (共20小题:每小题1. 5分,满分30分)阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。My son Ben, was 23 when I lost him in an accident. As an outdoor lover, he _21_ felt at home

53、when he was outside. In his _22_, the year after his passing away, I _23_ 48 of New Hampshires tallest mountains. While _24_ this unimaginable loss, I have managed to achieve inner _25_ during the journey. Every step, path and summit (山峰) whether rough or _26_ has been a way to make us emotionally s

54、trong again. About a month after Bens death, my husband and I _27_ climbing Carter Dome in the White Mountains, _28_ by sorrow, since my son loved mountain climbing. _29_, standing on the summit, sorrow seemed to fade into the _30_ and timeless expanse (浩瀚) for a moment. In the silence, I felt quiet

55、. The next weekend _31_ us on Mount Cannon. Then Mount Flume, Mount Liberty and so on. I hiked my 48th and _32_ summit six days before the anniversary of Bens death. Then I _33_ the top of a mountain is the only place to _34_ my sorrow. Its true that part of my heart is _35_ damaged, but at the summ

56、it, I am able to _36_ and hold on, because I know he lives in the constant mountains. These days, I climb not to hide, but to _37_. I find Ben, and I also find myself: someone _38_ now reassembling (重新组装) into someone braver. Mountain climbing is both tiring and _39_, and it teaches me that sorrow a

57、nd joy can actually _40_.21. A. justB. alwaysC. seldomD. even22. A. memoryB. wayC. placeD. respect23. A. touredB. selectedC. picturedD. topped24. A. pushing asideB. struggling withC. escaping fromD. taking to25. A. passionB. happinessC. peaceD. strength26. A. challengingB. inaccessibleC. tiringD. sm

58、ooth27. A. startedB. imaginedC. riskedD. quit28. A. equippedB. connectedC. controlledD. covered29. A. ThusB. InsteadC. AnywayD. However30. A. strangeB. silentC. harmoniousD. noticeable31. A. foundB. deliveredC. droveD. got32. A. extraB. finalC. favouriteD. secret33. A. realizedB. respondedC. notedD.

59、 acknowledged34. A. expressB. hideC. holdD. track35. A. merelyB. immediatelyC. permanentlyD. rarely36. A. think aheadB. make outC. see senseD. let go37. A. competeB. seekC. insistD. fight38. A. discouragedB. confusedC. brokenD. sunk39. A. convincingB. interestingC. satisfyingD. inspiring40. A. coexi

60、stB. cooperateC. countD. compete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。Chinese freestyle skier Eileen Gu was already a _41_ (win) on the FIS World Cup circuit before competing at the Winter Youth Olympic Games (YOG) 2020. After winning YOG gold in both halfpipe and bigair, the 17-ye