益阳市2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试
英语(试题卷)
(时量：120分钟，满分：150分)
考生注意：
1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.请将答案填写在答题卡上。
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。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。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How did the man go to the match
A. On foot. B. By car. C. By bike.
2. What does the man think of the cake
A. It's delicious. B. It's not fit to eat. C. It's just so-so.
3. What is the relationship between the two speakers
A. Waitress and customer. B. Teacher and student.
C. Mother and son.
4. What can we learn from the conversation
A. Tom is ill now.
B. The man is Tom's brother.
C. The woman will go to see Tom.
5. What has caused the man's headache
A. Too little sleep. B. Some medicine. C. The sun.
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。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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。
6. What will the man do on his birthday
A. Go out for a meal.
B. Work on his term's work.
C. See a film.
7. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Brother and sister. B. Classmates. C. Teacher and students.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In the hotel. B. At the airport. C. In the office.
9. When does the man want the second call
A. At 7:00. B. At 7:15. C. At 7:30.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至12题。
10. When did the two speakers meet last
A. Five years ago. B. Three years ago. C. Two years ago.
11. Why does the woman stay here
A. She wants to accompany her family.
B. She has to work tomorrow.
C. She can't afford the plane ticket.
12. Where will the two speakers go
A. To the cinema. B. To the concert hall. C. To the restaurant.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至16题。
13. How often are Martin's wildlife programs on
A. Once a day. B. Once a week. C. Once a month.
14. Where were the wildlife programs filmed in the early 1960s
A. In the mountains. B. On the island. C. At the local zoo.
15. When did the man go to Borneo
A. In 1960. B. In 1962. C. In 1964.
16. What is the feature of today's filming
A. It is strictly planned.
B. The scenes are uncertain.
C. It takes less time to prepare.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至20题。
17. Why does the speaker give this talk
A. To announce some changes.
B. To apologize for the poor service.
C. To inform passengers of the hurricane.
18. From which platform will the train to London leave
A. 3. B. 6. C. 9.
19. When will the train to Bristol leave
A. At 10:15 a.m. B. At 10:55 a.m. C. At 12:20 p.m.
20. What do we know about Mr Green
A. He lost his computer at the railway station.
B. He worked in the luggage office.
C. He is traveling to London.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Lonely Planet's top places to go in 2024
Get your wishlist fired up! Lonely Planet just revealed its top travel destinations for the year ahead. The Best in Travel 2024 list is expanded across several categories.
Top country destination
The No.1 country is Mongolia, chosen for its wide-open spaces, adventure activities, and distinctive musical culture. This is the world's most sparsely (稀少地) populated country and the Mongolian government is ready to start filling it up a little. This year it declared 2023 through 2025 the "Years to Visit Mongolia".
Top city destination
The top city Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, is known for its unique rhythms, locally inspired restaurants, and its art venues. The Nairobi National Park, just a short drive out of the city's central business district, is a place where you can see more than 400 species wandering on the open grass plains while skyscrapers (摩天大楼) twinkle on the skyline.
Sustainability
The top sustainable travel destination for 2024 is Spain, because of the country's efforts to expand renewable energy, to boost off-season travel and to bring tourism to newly-developed destinations, such as the port city of Valencia, thereby easing pressures on hot spots such as Barcelona.
Easy on the bank balance
The best-value category will be of particular interest to those living on a shoestring. The under-explored American Midwest is the top tip here: in cities such as Chicago, Milwaukee and Detroit, you'll find old warehouses transformed into art studios, uniquely-designed hotels and many Michelin-starred restaurants.
21. What can people do in Nairobi
A. Watch animals walking on grass plains. B. Visit Michelin-starred restaurants.
C. Try different adventure activities. D. Appreciate distinctive musical culture.
22. What is a reason for Spain to be chosen as a top travel destination
A. It has improved services in hot spots.
B. It offers discounts for off-season trips.
C. It is devoted to expanding renewable energy.
D. It has developed pressure-relieving programs.
23. Which of the following is most suitable for people on a tight budget
A. Mongolia. B. Nairobi. C. Spain. D. American Midwest.
B
Raised in Bengaluru, Meera has always showed a keen interest in exploring the city's rich heritage. She used to visit many lesser-known structures around the city. As an enthusiast, she enjoyed uncovering these hidden treasures and had always longed to make a meaningful contribution.
When she grew up, Meera worked as a writer, focusing on topics related to forests and science. She initially pursued writing before discovering her true passion for heritage preservation.
A key moment that redirected her career path was a visit to Devanahalli Fort. During her visit, she realized that there was a lack of information online about its history and heritage. The significance of this place was not only historical but also architectural. But there, she was shocked that it seemed as if no one even knew about it.
To preserve the forgotten heritage, she joined INTACH, a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of unprotected architectural heritage all over India. There are thousands of monuments in the country protected by the government. However, there are also small temples, buildings, schools, and homes that hold historical significance but are ignored. Besides restoration and preservation, they host heritage talks to familiarize people with their city's heritage. While they do welcome tourists and travelers, their emphasis on engaging the local population is evident. The organization also hosts several heritage walks to spread awareness about the hidden heritage. Also, the team starts from looking for a prospective building, then securing funding and then finding architects and engineers that are ideal for the project.
In the past years, they have restored buildings in and around Bengaluru such as Mayo Hall, Tipu's Armoury, Gangubai Hangal, Museum, the Old OPD Building at NIMHANS which is now a museum, the Oriental Research Institute in Mysuru among others.
They face many issues, with funding being the major challenge. However, she felt jammy enough to find enthusiastic individuals wanting to contribute as well as government funding here and there.
24. What does Meera truly love
A. Writing articles. B. Protecting heritage.
C. Studying science. D. Exploring forests.
25. What made Meera surprised about Devanahalli Fort
A. It had such a long history. B. Its heritage was well protected.
C. Its history and heritage were unknown. D. It was of great architectural importance.
26. What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about Meera and the team
A. Their advantages. B. Their efforts.
C. Their difficulties. D. Their spirits.
27. What does the underlined word "jammy" mean in the last paragraph
A. Upset. B. Anxious. C. Familiar. D. Fortunate.
C
Forget about "military-style travel" during which people tend to visit as many places as possible in the least amount of time. A more relaxed and leisurely alternative, such as "Citywalk", is becoming the norm among urban youngsters.
Unlike military-style travel, Citywalk is about wandering around a city on foot, feeling the atmosphere and finding unusual things that even a resident of the city might not have noticed before. It can be a special event where people start a journey led by tour guides or simply explore the streets.
Such walks generally avoid famous scenic spots and shopping centers, and take you to places where you can have real interactions with the local people, eat at small but authentic restaurants, and gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the city.
Citywalkers have shared their carefully planned routes on social media platforms. Their posts usually include how long the walk is going to take, and interesting places and restaurants along the way. Some posts are more like a food tour.
Nan Xi, who recently moved from Beijing to Shanghai, said "I think Shanghai is a city perfect for Citywalk. There are big trees along the streets and shops selling different products, which is ideal for couples and friends to walk together and take photos." After several Citywalk experiences, she signed up for a two-and-a-half-hour Citywalk priced at 88 yuan per person. A tour guide narrated the history of the buildings and streets along the way. "If it were me walking alone, I would simply find the streets artistic, but the tour that day helped me gain a better understanding of how Western culture blends in with the local culture in Shanghai," she said. Another surprising benefit of the walk was that she has made friends with two of her fellow walkers.
Lin Yi, a manager for an online platform for self-guided tours, said Citywalk can help travelers learn about local culture and live as local people do, feeling the vibes of a city. People who participate in Citywalks usually have similar tastes, and can have in-depth discussions with each other, he said.
28. What is the main difference between military-style travel and Citywalk
A. The transport. B. The cost.
C. The destination. D. The purpose.
29. What can we conclude about Citywalk in Shanghai according to Nan Xi
A. It is a perfect place to run shops.
B. There are great things to do at weekends.
C. It provides great experiences in many ways.
D. Ideal couples and friends often gather there.
30. What can be inferred from Nan Xi's two-and-a-half-hour Citywalk
A. She thought it well worth a try.
B. She went on the tour without company.
C. She wouldn't have found the artistic streets by herself.
D. She knew how Western culture differed from the local culture in Shanghai.
31. What is the main idea of the article
A. Citywalk is a new trend in urban tourism.
B. Citywalk can help travelers make new friends.
C. Military-style travel is becoming more popular.
D. Travelers choose Citywalk over military style to follow suit.
D
Some people never read any books again and feel that since they already know the outcome, there is nothing to be gained by rereading. I have to dissent.
I am reminded of a professor in college, who always had us read our assignments twice. "The first time, read fast and for fun," he said. "The second time, look for delicate distinctions and small differences in meaning." His suggestion works great for me.
When I have a new book, I read fast, eager to discover the resolution. Then if I like the book, I will read it again. Not right away, but a few months later, possibly on a rainy Sunday afternoon, I will grab the book and settle down to discover the small details. I will read more slowly the second time, appreciating the descriptions and looking forward to my favorite sections, enjoying the anticipation. Knowing those favorite passages are coming does not spoil anything. I'm looking forward to revisiting those treasured places in the book. Knowing they are coming heightens my enjoyment.
Rereading a book gives me a chance to appreciate the small things an author integrates into her story. A turn of a character's head, a thought in the night, a sigh, these are the things that give insights into a book and the characters. I love dissecting (剖析) a story the second time around, looking for clues that give the tale a deep meaning. Reading is like revisiting a friend, familiar, yet always with something more inside.
What have I been reading lately The Merlin Trilogy by Mary Stewart. These books rank among my all-time favorite rereads. Set in Britain in roughly the second half of the 5th century CE, they were Mary Stewart's take on the familiar King Arthur stories. If you are unfamiliar with them, I highly recommend all three books, especially if you love fantasy and historical fiction.
32. What does the underlined word "dissent" in paragraph 1 mean
A. Understand. B. Discontinue. C. Complain. D. Disagree.
33. According to the author's professor, what should one do during the second reading
A. Look for assignment clues. B. Pay attention to the finer details.
C. Stick to the most interesting sections. D. Skip some parts to get to the end fast.
34. What does the author enjoy about rereading a book
A. Visiting the places mentioned in the book.
B. Appreciating the writer's storytelling techniques.
C. Finding out the lessons learned by the characters.
D. Discovering the resolution of the story quickly.
35. What is The Merlin Trilogy
A. The author's new favorites. B. A series of science-fiction novels.
C. Books based on ancient British stories. D. Mary Stewart's successful adaptations.
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How writing has helped my life
Writing has and is changing my life and these are some of the ways it has greatly helped me over the years.
My writing got better.
Writing did make me become a better writer. 36 It's almost impossible to keep doing something over and over again without getting better at it, so when I say writing has improved my writing skills, it would be foolish to disagree.
I feel much more confident with words.
Writing helped me build a good relationship with the English language. Before, I had to check and recheck every word I wanted to use in an article to be sure I was using it correctly. 37 And I'm proud to say that I can use words effectively without having to run to a dictionary every second.
My imagination and speed grew.
The more I wrote, the more my imagination grew so that everything around me started becoming an inspiration for an article. 38 I also went from someone who struggled to come up with a 450-word essay, to someone who could put together a 1,000-word essay in less than 30 minutes.
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Just the act of putting down some words and creating a work of pure imagination gives me inner joy and peace. Whenever I feel down, I write.
Finally …
Writing is a skill that anyone could acquire if they put hard work into it. So next time you're lonely or just bubbling with anxiety, try writing. 40 Just pour out your heart on your paper or screen.
A. My mental health has improved.
B. Writing helps me recover memories.
C. Now, that weight is off my shoulders.
D. I'll never stop developing this beloved craft.
E. We all know the saying "Practice makes perfect."
F. Don't worry about being perfect because no one is.
G. I can look at a pencil and come up with a 500-word essay about it
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In early January 2024, Jimmy struggled through snow and ice to summit the Vinson Massif, Antarctica's highest peak.
After decades of traveling and mountaineering, Jimmy could 41 another achievement, a great adventurer, which 42 reaching the highest peak on every continent, and visiting both the North Pole and the South Pole in addition to visiting every country.
Jimmy had 43 spent ten years of his life, between 2007 and 2017, visiting every country in the world. The 44 journey saw him meet with many difficulties and gain achievements as well. But once he'd managed to visit every country in the world, Jimmy went into a 45 .
"It had been a huge life goal, over a 46 of my life. However, when I finished that, I was a bit 47 ," he said. "I started eating badly, 48 weight and ignoring my own 49 ."
Jimmy decided that the best way to 50 this was to challenge himself again. He began running ultramarathons and climbing mountains, and soon found that with the 51 and direction, he was back to loving life again. He's hoping that he doesn't 52 bad habits again after completing the latest challenges. For now, Jimmy is putting all his 53 into helping others to achieve their travel goals.
"From an adventure perspective, what I really want to 54 to people is just how many benefits they can get from 55 experiences. All good things come after suffering," said Jimmy.
41. A. claim B. plan C. report D. evaluate
42. A. explained B. described C. involved D. highlighted
43. A. rarely B. previously C. angrily D. easily
44. A. relevant B. peaceful C. incredible D. ideal
45. A. plot B. fight C. risk D. confusion
46. A. century B. year C. week D. decade
47. A. disappointed B. lost C. addicted D. surprised
48. A. gaining B. balancing C. controlling D. watching
49. A. freedom B. horror C. calm D. business
50. A. share B. overcome C. facilitate D. adapt
51. A. guidance B. contribution C. purpose D. ability
52. A. eat up B. suffer from C. keep off D. get into
53. A. breakthroughs B. efforts C. appearances D. elections
54. A. demonstrate B. complain C. apologize D. promise
55. A. study B. teaching C. travel D. volunteer
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。
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an ancient health care system in which patients 56 (treat) with natural plant, animal, and mineral remedies (药物). It is believed, for a person to be healthy, 57 yin and yang forces should be in balance. Imbalance causes illness or injury. TCM is about restoring the balance between yin and yang forces in 58 (patient). It has been a major part of traditional Chinese culture and continues to play 59 vital role in medical treatment in China today.
According to the World Health 60 (organize), nearly 80 percent of the world's population depends for 61 (it) primary health care needs on medicines from plants and animals. This is especially true in countries where traditional Chinese medicines are 62 (wide) used.
Increasingly, however, modern medicines also contain substances (物质) 63 animals and plants. Given the growing populations, increasing wealth, and the spreading popularity of natural remedies throughout the world, the demand for these useful medicines and remedies 64 (rise) now. The rising demand, 65 (combine) with reduced habitat, has put a number of plant and animal species used for medicinal purposes at risk for many years.
For instance, TCM uses about 1,000 plant and 36 animal species, including the tiger, rhinoceros (犀牛), and sea horse, which are all in danger.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假如你是高中生李华，你在浏览网页时发现，世界上很多文化遗产遭到了人类活动的破坏，对此你深感痛惜，决定用英语写一封倡议信，呼吁大家保护全球文化遗产。
内容包括：1.文化遗产的现状及原因；
2.文化遗产的重要意义；
3.呼吁保护文化遗产。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear friends,
As a high school student, I am deeply concerned about the destruction of cultural heritage around the world.
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
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。
To some people, the sizzle and clatter of restaurant kitchens might be like an orchestra; to me, such sounds behind the swinging doors just meant chaos. However unpleasant I felt the places were, I decided to apply for a part-time job at a popular restaurant. The reason was simple: I needed money. I wanted to join a camping trip to the Blue Mountains with my friends, but that would cost about 150 dollars. "You have to pay for entertainment by yourself," my parents said.
So I applied, and Mr. Smith, the boss of the restaurant, allowed me to have a try. My job was super easy and boring: the newly prepared dishes would be put at the counter between the kitchen and dining room, and it was my duty to deliver them to the right customers.
The first few days were tiring but OK. However, setbacks soon followed as I struggled to keep pace during a particularly busy lunch rush. I awkwardly spilled a tray of drinks, making loud noises and the floor messy. I was embarrassed and began to feel nervous. One evening, I mixed up orders for a large party, causing chaos and frustration.
I felt desperate. I screwed everything up. Then I heard Mr. Smith call me, and I went into his office with my head low. To my surprise, he didn't blame me. Instead, he made me a cup of coffee. "Relax, young man," he said. "Try to smile. Things always go wrong if you can't really enjoy what you're doing. Feel the fun in the job, and you'll be OK!"
I thought he was right. The next day when I was working, I glimpsed into the kitchen and was amazed: in the narrow and crowded space everyone was busy—the chefs swirling (翻动) pans, the manager yelling customers' requirements, others coming and going with dishes to deliver—but everything went smoothly without any lumping or bumping. This was incredible!
注意：
1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My attitudes towards the restaurant job began to change._____________________________________________
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On the last day of my contract (合同), I went into Mr. Smith's office again when I finished my job.____________
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益阳市2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试
英语(参考答案)
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)
1-5 BABAC
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
6-10 CBACA 11-15 BCBCB 16-20 AACCA
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
21-25 ACDBC 26-30 BDDCA 31-35 ADBBC
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
36-40 ECGAF
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
41-45 ACBCD 46-50 DBADB 51-55 CDBAC
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56. are treated 57. that 58. patients 59. a 60. Organization
61. its 62. widely 63. from 64. is rising bined
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
Dear friends,
As a high school student, I am deeply concerned about the destruction of cultural heritage around the world. Human activities such as war, urbanization, and tourism have damaged many cultural sites, and we risk losing them forever. It is time for us to take action and protect our global heritage.
The incredible splendour of heritage sites is a reminder of the power of nature and the genius of man. It is in places like Jiuzhaigou Valley that we cannot help but be humbled, come to understand our limitations as human beings, and know that our duty is to protect them for future generations. Besides.heritage sites provide us with opportunities to wonder, to be inspired and to think more deeply about our time on the Earth.
As Cicero remarked, "To be ignorant of what occurred before you were born is to remain always a child." Let us work together to protect it for future generations.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
One possible version:
My attitudes towards the restaurant job began to change. I smiled to everyone I met, and they returned me with warmer smiles, which made me relaxed and even more concentrated on my job. Following the smiles were natural conversations, jokes and laughter, and an air of harmony was created where I worked. I still made some mistakes like forgetting the change or wrong deliveries, but they were easily corrected with a little kind reminding. I even tried helping out in the kitchen preparing the food. "You can be a good chef!" They encouraged me. Why not Who knew!
On the last day of my contract, I went into Mr. Smith's office again when I finished my job. I thanked him for giving me the job opportunity, especially for forgiving me when I caused chaos. My gratitude was sincere, for the experience not just greatly promoted my understanding of restaurant jobs, but was beneficial to anything else I would do. In return, Mr. Smith thanked me for my job performance, and paid me the salary that I needed for my camp trip. My father was right: I had to earn it by myself, because what I gained was a lot more.
