怀化2025学年度第二学期期末教学质量检测高二英语

1、Job interviews are carried out ___ face to face in four cities including Hangzhou, Ningbo, Wenzhou and Shaoxing in Zhejiang province every year.

A. slightly     B. officially

C. extremely D. completely

2、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

3、Why did she do a thing like that? It doesn't seem to __________.

A.set out B.sell out C.make sense D.settle down

4、All of a sudden, the thief walking behind a young and beautiful woman ________ her handbag, ________ into the crowd.

A．seizing；rushing

B．seizing；rushed

C．seized；rushing

D．seized；rushed

5、Shortly after the earthquake, many people hurried to the hospital to_______ their blood.

A. donate   B. share C. exchange D. promote

6、See things in a negative light and you will find faults everywhere and problems where there are really _______.

A.none B.no one C.something D.nothing

7、________ everyone has left the party, we need to start cleaning.

A．Before

B．Whenever

C．Now that

D．In case

8、I am sorry that I can not meet you at the airport. I ________ Tianjin by the time you come back from abroad.

A．am leaving

B．will leave

C．will have left

D．have left

9、It is amazing to learn that our human beings tend to   some knowledge when we are exactly relaxing ourselves，such as diving，swimming and so on.

A.take up B.take on

C.pick up D.pull through

10、Peter has previous experience, ______ I think he’s the right person for the job.

A. or   B. but

C. for   D. so

11、—Why do you drink so much coffee?

—Well, ________ it doesn’t keep me awake in the night, I see no harm in it.

A. when   B. as long as

C. as though   D. while

12、What you said doesn’t ________ what the police have told us, so we have to find more evidence.

A.agree with B.make up

C.contribute to D.show off

13、I needn’t have been in such a hurry. The flight to Hong Kong _____ due to the typhoon.

A. has cancelled B. was cancelled

C. will be canceling    D. had cancelled

14、You feel lost, sick at heart before such unmasked hatred, ___________because it threatens you as because it shows human in such an inhuman light.

A.not so little B.no more C.not so much D.no less

15、—What will things be like in the year 2080?

—I don’t know, but it was the question________last Tuesday by Brian Solis, a noted futurist from Sweden.

A.acknowledged B.approved C.alarmed D.addressed

16、--- Can you introduce me a high quality machine?

--- My pleasure. _______ well even on wet roads, this kind of car is very popular.

A.Handled B.To handle C.Handling D.Being handled

17、The reign of the next Japanese emperor will be known as “Reiwa” (令和) era, in ________ name the character for “harmony” is included.

A. which B. what

C. whose D. as

18、The law of market shows _______ a product becomes rare to reach, its price will certainly rocket.

A.unless B.once C.though D.since

19、________ himself, the traveler made a fire in the cave.

A.To warm B.Warmed C.Warming D.Having warmed

20、Spending on universities is usually ______ by the belief --- the increase in earnings that graduates enjoy over non-graduates.

A.confirmed B.justified C.convinced D.recognized

21、Since Abbi Hickman was just a little girl, she has been surrounded by animals. Chickens, cats, dogs, rabbits, and sometimes goats are just some of the animals she cares for. At the age of 9, Abbi went to the Tracy Animal Shelter，in her hometown of Tracy，California，to adopt Sheldon，her favorite cat. There，she saw the poor conditions that the animals were kept in. Abbi knew that it was her duty to take action.

Pins for Pets is Abbi’s solution. For the last three years, she has organized a bowling tournament to raise funds for the Tracy Animal Shelter. She has raised more than $30,000, resulting in a better home for the animals. “Now the shelter is nicer and cleaner and animals have more space. It is far better, a hundred percent better,” Abbi says.

To praise Abbi for her outstanding efforts, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) named her the 2015 ASPCA Tommy P. Monahan Kid of the Year. This award is given to kids who make a substantial (大量的) effort to help animals. Abbi responded to the news of her win with shock. “I was pretty excited. I’ m really honored to receive it,” she says.

Sacrificing time and effort to assist animals can sometimes be difficult, but Abbi hopes to do more. “I want to spread my free services to more shelters. I really just hope people are kinder to animals and respect them more,” says Abbi, sharing her goals for her organization.

At the age of 12, Abbi has already accomplished so much. The advice she has for kids like her, who want to accomplish their goals, is, “Nothing is impossible. You can do anything you put your mind to. Even if it is something small, it can make a huge difference.” Abbi’s work has improved the lives of animals, and she plans to keep coming up with new ways to help them.

【1】When she was very little, Abbi went to the Tracy Animal Shelter and   .

A. adopted a dog called Sheldon she liked best

B. raised kids’ awareness of protecting animals

C. found the poor conditions the animals lived in

D. learned some knowledge about some animals

【2】How has Abbi raised money during the last three years?

A. By begging from door to door.

B. By organizing a bowling match.

C. By helping others look after some animals.

D. By turning to the Tracy Animal Shelter for help.

【3】Which of the following can best describe Abbi?

A. Cautious and loyal.

B. Determined and imaginative.

C. Changeable but optimistic.

D. Responsible and Caring.

【4】What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs?

A. Abbi’s organization is non-profit.

B. Abbi thinks she has done enough.

C. Helping animals is a piece of cake.

D. People are friendly enough to animals.

22、   Alibaba Cloud and the Hangzhou city government announced the launch of ET City Brain 2.0, a cloud—powered and Al-driven urban traffic-management system that aims to increase the city’s efficiency.

After over two years of testing in Alibaba’s home base, ET City Brain has become the new infrastructure (基础设施) for Hangzhou, with a total coverage of 420 square kilometers in area, including over 1,300 traffic lights. Over 200 traffic officers are connected via mobile phones, enabling them to receive real-time alerts on any traffic-related emergencies.

In version 2.0, the system will optimize the city’s firefighting abilities by providing key information to firefighters, such as water pressure, the number and position of fire hydrants (消防栓) in a given area, the location of gas pipes and other details they need to know. The information is instant, making the entire firefighting process faster, safer and more accurate.

City Brain gives meaning to data. By using AI and advanced algorithms (计算程序), City Brain is able to analyze a large amount of data and turn them into useful information in real-time speed.

As a result of City Brain’s ability to predict traffic flow, detect accidents and provide instant feedback, Hangzhou has dropped from 5th to the 57th on the list of China’s most congested cities. Hangzhou is probably the only city that can tell you how many cars are on the street at any given time.

In the case of medical emergencies, City Brain is able to change traffic lights, so emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks can head to the scene without interruption, accelerating their arrival time by 49%.

Dr. Wang Jian, the head of Alibaba’s Technology Steering Committee who invented the term “City Brain”, said the system is designed to empower a city to act quickly and directly. It is more than just about traffic management. It’s really about how to make city more livable at a time of shrinking natural resources around the globe. “It is a matter of sustainability, while using as little natural resources as possible,” Wang said, “This is just the beginning.”

【1】What benefit will ET City Brain bring?

A. Lower crime rates.

B. Efficient government.

C. Less traffic congestion.

D. Improved medical care.

【2】Which of the following functions of the city Brain is NOT mentioned in the text?

A. Predicting traffic flow.

B. Giving quick feedback.

C. Changing traffic lights.

D. Handling traffic accidents.

【3】Which of the following best explains “optimize” in paragraph 3?

A. Better. B. Practise.

C. Operate. D. Emphasize.

【4】What can we conclude from the last paragraph?

A. ET City Brain 2.0 is a mature version.

B. Alibaba targets environmentally-friendly development.

C. The government is devoted to improving the system.

D. The system can solve the problem of lack of resources.

23、Amsterdam Destination Guide

Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums and cycling culture.

Must-See Attractions

Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers and coffee shops. Don't miss the Dam Square and the areas around Spui and Nieuwmarkt. You'll also want to check out Amsterdam's Museum Quarter in the South District，which is great for shopping and having a picnic in the Vondelpark, The top museums to visit are the Rijksmusuem, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum.

If You Have Time

There are several other unique districts in Amsterdam, and you should try to explore as many of them as time allows. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today. The Plantage area has most of the city's museums, including the Jewish Historical Museum，the Scheepvaart Museum，and the botanical gardens.

Transportation

Travelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest airports in the world. This airport is located about 15 kilometers southwest of city center. You can catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes. It's typically not a good idea to drive a car to the city center because traffic is very busy and parking is difficult to find. Cycling is incredibly popular here, and it's easy to find cheap bike rentals around town. Amsterdam has a flat place and is a great city to explore on foot.

Recommended Restaurants

Amsterdam is a top destination for foodies，so it can incredibly difficult to narrow down your dining choices. You are sure to find a restaurant that suits your taste.

【1】Which place do most visitors see first in Amsterdam?

A.The Old Center. B.The Dam Square,

C.Spui and Nieuwmarkt, D.The Museum Quarter.

【2】What do we know about the Canal Ring?

A.It was built by rich people. B.It is a beautiful natural river,

C.Many famous people live here. D.Visitors here are all museum lovers.

【3】How can you get to the city center from the airport?

A.By bike. B.By train,

C.By car. D.By bus.

24、Beth Booker of Florida, turned to Twitter for help last week after seeing the images of her 78-year-old grandmother’s home in Fort Myers Beach, Florida being in water. In the days before Hurricane Ian struck her grandmother’s community, Beth and her husband helped her granny, Carole McDanel, prepare herself and her home for it.

Her granny wanted to stay where she had been living for more than two decades. She felt safe to stay because Ian was heading north for another city and the house had survived quite a few major hurricanes in history. In addition, the home contained priceless family memories and heirlooms (传家宝), among which were photos of Booker’s dad, who passed away when she was only five years old. After her dad’s death, Booker had to live with her grandmother, McDanel.

Once the storm struck, Booker received updates from her granny, who shared photos and videos showing flood started to fill the home. In her last phone call with granny, Booker told her granny to climb on the roof if the flood waters continued to climb. Unable to communicate with her granny any longer, Booker turned to Twitter for help with everything from searching for her granny to contacting local emergency officials.

The Fort Myers area was left devastated Wednesday after Hurricane Ian. On Thursday, as rescue crews came over to search for survivors, Booker’s husband and friend began their own search for her granny by boat. Just a few hours later, at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Booker tweeted the news that her husband and friend found granny sitting on her own sofa, where she was able to remain safe during the storm.

McDanel and Booker, who declined to be interviewed, said in a statement that they felt grateful for the support they had received and that they are calling for the world to continue the same energy and love into recovery and relief efforts for their community.

【1】What does the underlined word “devastated” mean in paragraph 4?

A．Disturbed.

B．Rebuilt.

C．Destroyed.

D．Attacked.

【2】Where was Carole McDanel found?

A．In her home.

B．In a very small boat.

C．In an emergency office.

D．Among the flood victims.

【3】Which of the following can best describe Booker?

A．Powerful.

B．Responsible.

C．Hard-working.

D．Humorous.

【4】What can be inferred from the text?

A．Natural disasters had ever struck the Earth frequently.

B．Booker had a good relationship with her grandmother as well.

C．Booker knew nothing about Hurricane Ian ahead of time.

D．Social media play a very great role in people’s daily life.

25、   Five years ago, I took a career risk by leaving my job to work on a ship. My medical friends

did their best to persuade me, saying that running away to sea would____my career. But after these years working as a junior doctor, I was willing to take the risk.

___for adventure, I boarded a ship in Singapore with 2,000 passengers and crew. To my___, the hospital was well equipped, with an X-ray machine and a blood analyzer. That first voyage was a learning experience, a___schedule full of safety drills. There was so much new information to___Even remembering which uniform to wear each day was a____ Most confusing, I often forgot to____my clock when the ship crossed time zones.

As a doctor, I was____for the 600 crew, and I was on call for the entire ship. Far from____seasickness and sunburn, I had to deal with other___ for, my patients were wide and varied. The ship's medical center was____a floating emergency room, and we didn't have a team of specialists on hand for a second ____.With long and unpredictable hours, it required mental_____

As you can guess, many of the passengers were elderly. Heart attacks don't____geography and emergency evacuations (疏散) were difficult to____I recall one such patient, who was taken of the ship halfway through the Panama Canal. After a____ride in an old ambulance, I was relieved that the patient____long enough to arrive at the hospital in Panama City.

Thankfully, there were several unexpected ____to the job. I regularly enjoyed the passenger facilities and I even hosted my own table of passengers in the evening. On fare days off, I____as a tour guide on trips ashore. I got to fly over Alaska in a seaplane and watched a ballet in St Petersburg.

Now, I understand being a ship doctor is not a job- it's a way of _____One year at sea became two. I lost my career ambitions, but I redefined happiness in my life.

【1】A.launch B.restrict C.ruin D.pursue

【2】A.Desperate B.Optimistic C.Suitable D.Concerned

【3】A.shock B.relief C.excitement D.disappointment

【4】A.regular B.similar C.tight D.flexible

【5】A.search for B.figure out C.pick over D.take in

【6】A.challenge B.disaster C.bonus D.glory

【7】A.upgrade B.repair C.set D.install

【8】A.responsible B.powerful C.regretful D.guilty

【9】A.experiencing B.suffering C.preventing D.treating

【10】A.passengers B.specialists C.diseases D.risks

【11】A.fortunately B.actually C.ultimately D.precisely

【12】A.examination B.consideration C.discussion D.opinion

【13】A.comfort B.toughness C.communication D.pressure

【14】A.refer to B.rely on C.trouble with D.care about

【15】A.arrange B.monitor C.encounter D.investigate

【16】A.relaxing B.terrifying C.promising D.boring

【17】A.survived B.struggled C.insisted D.anticipated

【18】A.missions B.benefits C.requirements D.priorities

【19】A.performed B.travelled C.volunteered D.returned

【20】A.confidence B.success C.experience D.life

26、假定你是李华，你们班来自英国的交换生David在你市举办的“外国人写汉字”的书法大赛 中获得了二等奖。请你给他写封电子邮件，内容包括：

1.表达祝贺；

2.肯定他的努力；

3.希望他明年也参加。

注意:1.词数100左右；

2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考词汇:书法calligraphy

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