云南省玉溪市2021-2022學(xué)年高二英語下學(xué)期期中考試試題（含答案）

1、20212022學(xué)年下學(xué)期高二年級期中考英語學(xué)科試卷（考試時間：120分鐘 試卷滿分：150分）注意事項(xiàng)：1. 答卷前，考生務(wù)必將自己的姓名、準(zhǔn)考證號填寫在答題卡上。2. 回答選擇題時，選出每小題的正確答案后，用鉛筆把答題卡上對應(yīng)題目的答案標(biāo)號涂黑。如需改動，用橡皮擦干凈后，再選涂其他答案標(biāo)號?；卮鸱沁x擇題時，將答案寫在答題卡上，寫在本試卷上效。3. 考試結(jié)束后，將本試卷和答題卡一并交回。第 I 卷第一部分 聽力（共兩節(jié)，滿分30分）做題時，先將答案標(biāo)在試卷上，錄音內(nèi)容結(jié)束后，你將有兩分鐘的時間將試卷上的答案轉(zhuǎn)涂到答題卡上。第一節(jié) （共5小題，每小題1.5分，滿分7.5分）聽下面5段對話，每段

2、對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項(xiàng)中選出最佳選項(xiàng)。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關(guān)小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。1. Why does the woman invite the man?A. To do homework together. B. To meet her parents. C. To practice English.2. What is the man int

3、erested in?A. The postcard. B. The letter. C. The advertisement.3. Where are the speakers?A. In a cafe. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.4. Why is the woman making the call?A. To ask for sick leave for Judy. B. To check on her daughter. C. To seek medical advice. 5. What are the speakers talking a

4、bout?A. A travel experience. B. A weekend plan. C. A travel destination. 第二節(jié)（共15小題；每小題1.5分，滿分22.5分）聽下面5段對話或獨(dú)白。每段對話或獨(dú)白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項(xiàng)中選出最佳選項(xiàng)。聽每段對話或獨(dú)白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5秒鐘；聽完后，各小題將給出5秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨(dú)白讀兩遍。聽第6段材料，回答第6、7題。6. What is the woman going to do?A. Give Bill a surprise. B. Take Bill to a par

5、ty. C. Pick Bill up from work.7. Who will bring dessert? A. Susan. B. Joe. C. Jim. 聽第7段材料，回答第8、9題。8. What are the speakers discussing?A. A car accident. B. A car theft. C. A car park.9. What is said about Howards car?A. It was recently bought.B. It is not insured.C. It is a good deal. 聽第8段材料，回答第10至1

6、2題。10. What does the man have to do? A. Choose a course. B. Speak French at home. C. Give a talk in nish. 11. What does the woman suggest the man consider?A. Whether its interesting.B. Whether its easy.C. Whether its useful.12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Teacher and st

7、udent. B. Mother and son. C. Classmates. 聽第9段材料，回答第13至16題。13. How does the man go to work on rainy days?A. By bus. B. On foot. C. By car. 14. What does the man usually do on weekends?A. He bakes something. B. He learns cooking. C. He buys sweets. 15. When does the woman eat out?A. When she has a bus

8、y day at work. B. When she doesnt know what to eat. C. When her husband is too busy to cook. 16. What does the woman think of the restaurants? A. They are popular. B. They are diverse. C. They are expensive. 聽第10段材料，回答第17至20題。17. What will the children do during the trip?A. Admire artworks. B. Talk

9、with scientists. C. Do voluntary work. 18. How long will it take to get to the destination?A. About half an hour. B. About one hour. C. About two hours.19. What is free of charge?A. The lunch. B. The bus ride. C. The entrance fee. 20. How many children is one volunteer parent required to take care o

10、f?A. 10. B. 8. C. 5. 第二部分 閱讀理解（共兩節(jié)，滿分40分）第一節(jié)（共15小題；每小題2分，滿分30分）閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C和D四個選項(xiàng)中，選出最佳選項(xiàng)。AThe National Gallery of Art serves the nation by welcoming all people to explore and experience art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Find out more about whats on view. Theres always something new, w

11、hether you visit in person or explore online.Afro-Atlantic Histories: April 10  July 17, 2022, West Building, Main Floor, Galleries 7279For centuries, artists have told and retold the complex histories of the African Diaspora. Explore this enduring legacy in the exhibition Afro-Atlant

12、ic Histories, which takes an in-depth look at the historical experiences and cultural formations of Black and African people since the 17th century. More than 130 powerful works of art, including paintings, sculptures, photographs by artists from Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Caribbean, brin

13、g these narratives to life.James Van Der Zees Photographs: A Portrait of Harlem: November 28, 2021  May 30, 2022, West Building, Ground Floor, Gallery 22Photographer James Van Der Zee created an extraordinary history of life in Harlem during the 1920s and 1930s and beyond. Residents of thi

14、s majority Black neighborhood in New York City turned to Van Der Zee and his camera to mark special occasions. Some 40 works from the National Gallerys collection feature Van Der Zees studio portraits, along with his photographs of Harlems rich social life.Clouds, Ice, and Bounty: The Collection of

15、Seventeenth-Century Dutch and Flemish Paintings:October 17, 2021  June 1, 2022, West Building - Dutch & Flemish Cabinet GalleriesShowing a rich cross section of 17th-century Dutch and Flemish life, culture and history, this exhibition brings together 27 paintings acquired through the g

16、enerosity of the Lee and Juliet Folger Fund over the past two decades. Seen together, this collection offers a unique opportunity to enjoy some of the finest productions of Dutch and Flemish artists of the 17th century.  NOTE: a.m.p.m.time from 10:00 a.m.p.m.5:00 p.m. daily, weekends as well. A

17、dmission is always free for all citizens! For more info or online visit, please access our webpage at .21. If you are interested in Black neighborhood in New York City, when can you visit the gallery? A. October 20, 2021.B. April 10, 2022.C. May 31, 2022.D. June 1, 2022.22. Which of the f

18、ollowing statements is TRUE? A. You can visit these collections only in person. B. You can visit these collections only on weekdays. C. You can visit these collections only at West Building. D. You can visit these collections for free only if youre a student.23. What can be appreciated in all these

19、three collections? A. Black cultures.B. Flemish life.C. Diverse histories.D. Social activities.BEveryone has their own way of dealing with heartbreak. Some turn to friends for support, some turn to TV streaming services and some turn to ice cream and sweets. But what if you could check yourself into

20、 a retreat for a long weekend of “therapy (心理治療)” as well as scenic views, all with the purpose of healing your broken heart?The Heartbreak Hotel, run by counseling psychologist Alice Haddon, is offering just that. Launched in late 2021, the residential retreats, specifically designed for women, are

21、 held at Barsham Barns, a private home located on the coast of UK county Norfolk.The Heartbreak Hotel was dreamed up by Haddon, who had taken a break after the death of her mother, and found herself rethinking the way that therapy is conducted traditionally. Through her personal experience, Haddon r

22、ealized that there were few services available for women struggling to overcome different types of heartbreak. She began exploring the possibility of a new concept in therapy that could provide what women really needed.With her friends on board, Haddon put together the hotel with an all-female team.

23、 “This ce is really a recovery and self-discovery away from the heartbreak and towards a fresh start.”“We have a specialist working on helping our guests who need professional support,” Haddon adds. “We also encourage our guests with similar experiences to sit together and talk, which we call a grou

24、p therapy session.”Aside from that, those who check in to The Heartbreak Hotel will also benefit from a menu of plant-based, heart-healing nutritious and delicious meals, as well as fireside gatherings and walks along some of Norfolks beautiful beaches.According to Haddon, every guest may hold a dif

25、ferent story. But whatever their reason for checking in might be, the team ultimately have the same aim for every heartbroken guest who walks through their doors. “Our mission at The Heartbreak Hotel is for our guests to leave feeling strong and free to act according to their own love values and nee

26、ds,” says Haddon. 24. What does “that” in paragraph 2 refer to? A. Support offered by friends.B. TV streaming services. C. Ice cream and sweets.D. A retreat for therapy.25. How did Haddon come up with the idea of The Heartbreak Hotel? A. After she had a dream about the hotel. B. After she experience

27、d her mothers death. C. After she saw many women struggling. D. After she joined in an all-female team.26. What can be learned from the last two paragraphs? A. The Heartbreak Hotel offers food which can help their guests in healing. B. Guests of The Heartbreak Hotel like gathering at fireside to hav

28、e meals. C. There are many plants in The Heartbreak Hotel which can benefit their guests. D. Every guest of The Heartbreak Hotel will leave feeling strong and free.27. Which of the following words can best describe Haddon? A. Kind and humorous.B. Generous and curious. C. Caring and understanding.D.

29、Pessimistic and grateful.CA company in San Francisco, California, has found a way to turn used plastic bottles into womens shoes.Every day, millions of Americans drink water and other liquids from plastic bottles. More than 60 million of them are thrown away each day. Many of the plastic bottles end

30、 up in landfills or are burned with other waste products.A San Francisco start-up company called Rothys, however, turns this plastic waste into environmentally friendly shoes. Roth Martin, the companys co-founder, explains how they turn plastic into soft material for womens feet. They take the plast

31、ic, clean it, and break it down into small pieces. Then they press them through a device that makes soft fibers. Those fibers are then combined together. This is done by a 3D machine. It is designed to reduce waste while making the shoes. The processed stuff and the inner part of the shoes are then

32、attached to the shoes outer part, called the sole (鞋底). This outer sole is also made from eco-friendly material.Rothys shoes are sold online. They are flat shoes, with different colors and designs. They cost either $125 or $145 per pair, depending on the design. After American actress Gwyneth Paltro

33、w discovered them last year, the demand for the shoes grew. Martin says there is no shortage of material to fill that demand. “Were not going to run out of water bottles any time soon, so we have a limitless supply of material, and I think that is a good sign for our future.” When the environmentall

34、y friendly shoes wear out, customers can return them at no cost to a company that uses the recycled material to make other products.For now, the shoes are only available to be shipped in the United States. However, the company says it will add international transport in the near future.28. How are u

35、sed plastic bottles usually dealt with?A. They are buried or burned.B. They are used to make shoes.C. They are changed into soft material.D. They are returned to factories for reuse.29. Which of the following directly helped to increase the sales of Rothys shoes?A. The colors and designs.B. The reas

36、onable price.C. The companys advertisement.D. The influence of Gwyneth Paltrow.30. What does the underlined word “shipped” in the last paragraph mean?A. Examined.B. Improved.C. Delivered.D. Repaired.31. What is the purpose of the text?A. To advertise a new kind of shoes.B. To describe the process of

37、 making shoes.C. To stress the importance of environmental protection.D. To introduce the number of plastic bottles thrown away.DOf the many safety measures that Disney Parks had to set up to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic, requiring guests to keep a six-foot distance from the costumed charact

38、ers must have been one of the hardest. For kids or kids at heart, running into the waiting arms of Mickey Mouse and other beloved characters had been such a fascinating and essential part of the experience, which makes hanging back terribly tough.But finally, hugs are back on the horizon at US Disne

39、y sites.As early as April 18, “Disney will start reintroducing traditional character greetings at Disneyland in California and Walt Disney World Resorts, as well as aboard Disney Cruise Line and at Aulani Resort in Hawaii,” according to a new post on the official Disney Parks blog. Getting autograph

40、s, shooting photos close up and sharing a laugh face-to-face with characters such as Mulan, Goofy, and Donald Duck will all be back on the table.“During the past two years, weve taken a very gradual, intentional approach to health and safety protocols,” wrote Shawn Slater, senior communications mana

41、ger for Disney Live Entertainment, in the blog. “Recent trends and guidance have provided opportunities for us to bring back some of our most beloved magic, like character greetings and dining experiences. While not all locations will be available immediately, we anticipate reopening in stages throu

42、ghout the spring and early summer.”Its not just character interactions that will be returning later this spring. At Disneyland in California, guests can look forward to the return of several nighttime spectaculars, including fireworks and Main Street Parade.However, Disney still isnt 100% back in so

43、me ways. Take face masks, for instance. Disney asks that visitors who are not fully vaccinated (接種疫苗) continue wearing face masks in all indoor locations. You can click here for their latest safety updates.32. What makes it hard for Disney Parks to operate during the Covid-19 pandemic? A. They have

44、to require their fascinating characters to be costumed. B. They have to ban visitors from getting close to beloved characters. C. They have to ask guests to keep a six-foot distance from each other. D. They have to make kids or kids at heart wait to meet Micky Mouse.33. According to official Disney

45、Parks blog, what will be brought back to Disneyland?A. Taking pictures next to Donald Duck.B. Having face-to-face conversations with Mulan.C. Dining on the table with Goofy.D. Watching performances given by characters.34 Where can we probably find the text?A. A magazine.B. A website.C. A textbook. D

46、. A novel.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Disney takes safety measures for guests to keep a distance from characters.B. Traditional character greetings will be back at all Disney Parks worldwide.C. Disney asks visitors who are not fully vaccinated to wear face masks.

47、D. Character hugs and other interactions will return soon at US Disney sites.第二節(jié)（共5小題；每小題2分，滿分10分）根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，從短文后的選項(xiàng)中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)。選項(xiàng)中有兩項(xiàng)為多余選項(xiàng)。Its no secret that exercising will improve your health. Working out on a regular basis is good for your body. But did you know that living the fitness lifestyle

48、will improve your brain power and make you a more productive person?Exercising helps you handle stress better.When you work out regularly, your body simply functions better and you are healthier and less likely to suffer painful physical condition. 36 . Exercising gives you more brain cells.Accordin

49、g to the process of neurogenesis (神經(jīng)形成), the rate at which your brain cells are growing will decrease as you get older. 37 . In 2008, a study showed the brain cells of the people who exercise on a regular basis have a higher brain growth rate. That is, adults who dont ignore the gym have more brain

50、power than those who choose to be inactive. Exercising makes you happier.When you do intense exercises, it releases a huge amount of endorphins (內(nèi)啡肽) into your body. A study from Duke University showed that depressed adults who started to exercise had the same positive results as those who took medi

51、cine. This is why endorphins are known as a natural cure for depression. 38 . Endorphins improve your abilities to prioritize tasks. This helps you stay focus on urgent matters on the workplace. 39 .Your memory works better when you are active. The American College of Sports Medicine published a stu

52、dy that proved this. 40 . Then, one part of the group was asked to go running and lift weights while the other part of the group was asked to stay put. When the students were tested on their memories, it turned out that the group who went exercising scored much better than the other one.A. The benef

53、its dont stop there.B. Luckily, this can be prevented.C. Exercising improves your memory.D. Exercising leads you to have more energy.E. Exercising makes you ready to address the pressure problem.F. Regular exercise helps lower high blood pressure and prevents heart attacks.G. In the experiments, a g

54、roup of students were given a list of letters to memorize.第三部分 語言知識運(yùn)用（共兩節(jié)，滿分45分）第一節(jié) 完形填空（共20小題；每小題l.5分，滿分30分）閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的四個選項(xiàng)（A、B、C和D）中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題卡上將該項(xiàng)涂黑。I am very lucky because I enjoy my work very much. Im a fitness instructor at a gym near where I live. I 41 six aerobics (有氧運(yùn)動) class

55、es a week and also tell my students about 42 and nutrition. As they say, “You are what you 43 .” To be honest, I worry about the 44 that many people have today. So many people are overweight. But why? Because they eat the 45 foods and they dont do any exercise. When you work in an office all day, I

56、know it is difficult to find 46 to keep fit, but you 47 need to do 20 minutes a day! Its also very important to have a 48 diet, starting with breakfast in the morning. Its not a good idea to 49 breakfast although many of us just have a cup of tea or coffee. Eat as much 50 food as possible lots of fr

57、uit and vegetables and 51 not to eat too much fried food. When you dont have much time, its 52 to get a takeaway (外賣), but it certainly isnt very good for you! One 53 why a lot of people feel less than 100% fit is that they dont drink 54 water. You need to drink two liters a day and water 55 water, not tea,