四川省成都市盐道街中学2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷.docx

1、四川省成都市盐道街中学2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷一、阅读理解Four of the Most Magical Movies from Your ChildhoodWhether it was the enchanting characters, the memorable scenes or simply because it was the first film your mum or dad took you to, these are the movies that have left the most lasting impressions over the de

2、cades. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory“I loved it for two reasons. First, it showed a wonderful, loving extended family. I was fascinated by their kitchen setting and the little corner where the boy Charlie slept. Second, inside the chocolate factory was what all children dreamed of. The whole m

3、ovie transported me from my childhood worries into a fairyland world.” Margaret McKeeDumbo“For a kid who often felt like he didnt fit in, and wasnt good at anything, it was magical to see Dumbo discover his talent and become loved and celebrated.” LorraineThe Never-ending Story“It has to be the most

4、 magical movie. The story has everything a young kid can ask for: a great story, a mythical flying dog and an interesting ending. Our family continue to watch it today. ” Aaron ElliottThe Sound of Music“When I was young, movies were a treat, with lollies, friends and a canvas seat. There was a speci

5、al one that I did adore, and many times Ive gone back for more. The songs, the scenery and the story line always transport me to another time. It is such a classic that my memories of it are so fantastic.” Joanne Carter1What is “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” about?AA dangerous situation.B

6、A fairyland world.CA mysterious friend.DAn unexpected incident.2Which movie may most help children lacking confidence?ADumbo.BThe Never-ending Story.CThe Sound of Music.DWilly Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.3What does Aaron Elliott think of “The Never-ending Story”?AIt is full of unrealistic thin

7、gs.BIt meets all his expectations (期待).CIt influences people of all ages.DIt is the most meaningful movie.Recently we celebrated my grandmothers 90th birthday. Family members traveled to my hometown to visit her. This was the first time in many years that I had seen so many of them. Though this was

8、an opportunity to see family, many people did not make it. Honestly, living far from hometown, I had missed many family gatherings. But this one made me realize how much I was really missing.It seemed strange when I was looking at the faces, realizing whom they were and greeting them with open arms.

9、 After chatting for a while, we caught up on each others news. Several relatives suggested having a family reunion soon if everyone wasnt so busy. But my grandmothers generation was much busier, yet still found time to gather. They understood the importance of visiting one another. They knew time is

10、 flying and that those you care about most wont be here forever.Today, we focus on our careers and raising our kids. Our extended family isnt the center it once was. Besides, we keep in touch on social media. But what we really miss are the potato salad, the moments of laughter and sudden bursts of

11、excitement when we hug someone we havent seen for over 10 years. Although the next get-together is always a year or so away, people arent goods and everyone has an expiration (到期) date.I left my grandmothers party with a much better sense of who I am and where I come from. I spent valuable time with

12、 people who contributed to who I am today. I had forgotten how much I love them and I was reminded how much I am loved.4How did the author feel about missing previous family gatherings? _AConcerned.BRegretful.CSad.DAnnoyed.5What do we know about the authors grandmothers generation? _AThey were irres

13、ponsible.BThey took time seriously.CThey stress the importance of family.DThey visited family frequently.6What does the author mean by the last sentence in paragraph 3? _AFamily reunions mean no fun.BWe should see loved ones more before its too late.CPeople are always too busy to get together.DAll g

14、oods have expiration dates.7Why does the author write the text? _ATo convince readers to meet friends.BTo share an interesting family reunion.CTo compare different generations values.DTo stress the value of family gatherings.In the nearly two centuries since German physician Carl Wunderlich establis

15、hed 98.6 as the standard“normal” body temperature, it has been used by parents and doctors alike as the measure by which fevers and often the severity of illness have been assessed.In more recent years, however, lower body temperatures have been widely reported in healthy adults. A 2019study showed

16、that the normal body temperature in Americans is about 97.5. A multinational team led by Michael Gurven and Thomas Kraft have found a similar decrease among the Tsimane, a native population in the Bolivian Amazon.A key question, then, is why body temperatures have declined over time both for America

17、ns and Tsimane. Extensive data available from the teams long-term research in Bolivia addresses some possibilities.Declines might be due to the rise of modern healthcare and lower rates of lingering mild infections now as compared to the past. But while health has generally improved over the past tw

18、o decades, infections are still widespread in rural Bolivia. Therefore the results suggest that reduced infection alone cant explain the observed body temperature declines.It could be that people are in better condition, so their bodies might be working less to fight infection. Or greater access to

19、antibiotics(抗生素) and other treatments means the duration of infection is shorter now than in the past.Another possibility is that our bodies dont have to work as hard to regulate(调节) internal temperature because of air conditioning in the summer and heating in the winter. While Tsimane body temperat

20、ures do change with time of year and weather patterns, the Tsimane still do not use any advanced technology for helping to regulate their body temperature. They do, however, have more access to clothes and blankets.The researchers were initially surprised to find no single “magic bullet” that could

21、explain the decline in body temperature. Its likely a combination of factorsall pointing to improved conditions.8What role has 98.6 been playing?AIt can show an illness is incurable.BIt can help doctors determine a fever.CIt can arouse peoples attention to health.DIt can indicate an abnormal body te

22、mperature.9Why rural Bolivia is mentioned in the text?ATo arouse readers sympathy.BTo imply other existing factors.CTo call for improved medical access.DTo discuss methods to reduce infections.10What contributes to the decline in body temperature?AThe growing adaptability.BThe international policies

23、.CThe improved conditions.DThe worsening environment.11Whats the main idea of the passage?AModern life improves the general health.BLiving conditions greatly affect mankind.CThe normal body temperature is declining.DVarious factors influence the body temperature.A smoke bomb from a party started a m

24、ajor blaze (火焰) near Los Angeles in September,just one of many recent wildfires ignited (引燃) by people. Now, an analysis of satellite data shows human-caused blazes spread much faster and kill more trees than ones ignited by lightning.Fire has always been a part of Californias natural history. But s

25、everal centuries of human settlement have created new conditions that promote its spread.Studies have shown human ignition is to blame for 84% of all wildfires in the United States,and 97% of all those that threaten homes.Human-caused fires always seemed more extreme, says Stijn Hantson,a fire ecolo

26、gist at the University of California,Irvine,who led the new research. But measurements of how fast they spread and their impacts on ecosystems (生态系统) in California had not been explored, he notes.To examine those differences, Hantson and his colleagues analyzed satellite data for 214 wildfires in Ca

27、lifornia between 2012 and 2018.Human-caused fires typically spread about 1.83 kilometers per day, more than twice as fast as lightning-ignited burns,the team reports.The faster spreading fires also burned more violently and killed “double or triple” the trees as lightning-caused ones.However, there

28、is no fundamental difference in the chemistry of a human-caused blaze. “A fire is a fire” Hantson says. “Its the surrounding things that matter.” Causes of fires ranging from improperly thrown cigarettes to sparking (冒火花) power lines could ignite a blaze on any given day, he says, while lightning st

29、rikes and dry thunderstorms only happen seasonally.The researchers tracked meteorological data and found that human-caused fires were more likely to start on days with extreme weather conditions,and were more associated with drier,less-forested landscapes. This adds to scientists understanding of ho

30、w humans are extending the fire season, says Nathan Mietkiewicz, an ecologist with the National Ecological Observation Network.12The author uses some data in paragraph 2 to show that _.Awildfires are mostly caused by humansBmost wildfires threaten peoples homesCwildfire is a part of Californias natu

31、ral historyDwildfires break out frequently in the United States13Whats the purpose of Hantsons research?ATo prove how extreme human-caused fires are.BTo find out the causes and solutions of wildfires.CTo explore the speed and effects of wildfires caused by humans.DTo examine the differences between

32、a human-caused blaze and a nature-caused one.14How is the result presented in paragraph 4?ABy giving examples.BBy making comparisons.CBy analyzing cause and effect.DBy giving definitions.15What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs?AHuman-caused fires and lightning-caused fires are basically

33、different.BLightning strikes and thunderstorms can always lead to wildfires.CWildfires only happen in dry,less-forested areas.DHumans are to blame for the extended fire season.The Rise of “China-chic”Over past years, guochao, or “China-chic has been gaining popularity among Chinese consumers. Guocha

34、o conveys the cultural heritage and values of China. 16 “China-chic” is rising, but what is it?The idea of guochao was first borrowed from some international brands, and began to win over Chinese consumers in 2015. 17 In 2018, Chinese sportswear band Li-Ning presented its Wu Dao (the principles of T

35、aoism) collection at the New York Fashion Week. It featured bright red color and Chinese characters. More brands have since followed, heralding (预示) the early period of guochao. 18 This was a period when applications of big data, cloud computing, the Internet of Things, and 5G technology hit the mar

36、ket one after another. Domestic tech companies such as Huawei, Xiaomi, and DJI made headlines.In its third stage, guochao became more common in everyday life. Over the past decade, guochao has expanded from consumer goods to experiential products. As consumers are showing greater interest in cultura

37、l identity and creativity, productions like the TV program National Treasure, and the dance show Night Banquet in Tang Dynasty Palace combine cultural and historical elements with the latest audio-visual technologies. 19 Nowadays, guochao is moving to the next stage. No matter how the trend evolves,

38、 Chinese peoples positive attitude toward the countrys development and their growing confidence in national culture wont change. 20 Seen from a broader perspective, guochao mirrors the rise of China, a country eager to make its presence felt globally. Guochao is a style, but more importantly, it con

39、veys culture and values.AThe trend grew in the following years.BThey give the viewers a totally new experience.CThe next stage saw the rise of Chinas native fashion trends.DIt also expresses national pride and confidence.EThe second period of guochao mainly features hi-tech sectors.FIts success will

40、 rely mostly on gaining cultural confidence.GThe concept of “Made in China” was recognized as the representation of Chinese culture.二、完形填空My sisters words cut through my excuses. “You should see the world,” she 21 . I knew she was right. But traveling felt like something unreal. I was 22 of backpack

41、ers talking about their “life- changing” experiences.Then, my Greek friend reminded me of our decade- old 23 to visit his hometown in Athens. Despite my 24 , I found myself on a plane, excited but 25 about what would happen.Every step through the ancient streets of Athens 26 new wonders. However, wh

42、at really changed my perspective of travel was a chance 27 with a stranger.While we were walking, a rhythmic clinking (叮当声) caught our attention. Curious, we 28 the sound. Inside a workshop, a welder (铁匠) was lost in his 29 , he paid no attention to us. All that was visible was his short hair and st

43、rong figure. His hands 30 worked the metal as if he were an experienced magician creating sparks and flames.I felt a pang of envy (羡慕). I envied his peace and 31 . The simplicity he showed was what I 32 . The moment moved me to tears. Watching the welder, I realized that happiness lies not in gather

44、ing passport stamps or 33 belongings, but in finding self- satisfaction within yourself.Since returning back home, I look for meaning in the 34 of moments the ordinary made extraordinary. There is always beauty waiting to be 35 21ArecitedBcomplainedCwarnedDinsisted22AashamedBproudCtiredDguilty23Afri

45、endshipBpromiseCjourneyDpuzzle24AhesitationBangerCfaithDfailure25ArelaxedBannoyedCworriedDembarrassed26Abrought inBbrought backCbrought downDbrought forward27AappointmentBencounterCargumentDbargain28AheardBignoredCfollowedDsilenced29AmemoryBimaginationCstudyDwork30AautomaticallyBcasuallyCexpertlyDbl

46、indly31AprideBsatisfactionCprofessionDappearance32ArecalledBdesiredCadmittedDintroduced33AmentalBnaturalClimitedDmaterial34AsimplestBfunniestCbestDsweetest35AdiscoveredBrescuedCprovedDreplaced三、语法填空阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。Imagine yourself in a well-lit cave, sinking deeply into a sofa an

47、d leafing through a magazine. Beside you is a cup of coffee and a piece of bread 36 (shape) like an ancient vase. This unique experience can 37 (find) at the art and life gallery of the Gansu Provincial Museum in Northwest China. Combining art, cuisine, and books, this gallery 38 (become) a popular spot for young people since its recent opening. The place witnesses 39 significant number of visitors daily, with many cultural and creative products selling out as so