2025-2026年湖北宜昌高二上册期末英语试卷(含答案)

1、It ______ heavily, the outing had to be put off.

A．being rained

B．being raining

C．raining

D．rains

2、It was a pure __________that Julia and I toured the University of Oxford on the same day.

A.acquaintance B.coincidence

C.circumstance D.consequence

3、They plan to ______ that old apartment building and replace it with shops and luxury condos.

A．take up

B．set up

C．put up

D．blow up

4、It is said that ________ to classic music may be helpful in improving teenagers’ taste.

A．exposed

B．exposing

C．being exposed

D．having exposed

5、They painted their faces white, imitating their masters and ________them.

A．taking part in

B．making fun of

C．having an effect on

D．giving their lives to

6、All through history, big changes have taken place in ________ English language, especially when Henry IV became ________ King of England.

A. the; the   B. 不填; the   C. the; 不填     D. an; 不填

7、It ________in this new hall ________ was just set up last month ________ we held an important meeting yesterday.

A．is; which; that

B．was; which; what

C．is; that; which

D．was; which; that

8、It is suggested that Mr. Li   his plan.

A. carry out   B. can carry out

C. carries out   D. has carried out

9、Thanks to promising digital connectivity and support for industrial startups, the rise, the first in ten months amid the raging pandemic, ______________ the downward slide in the unemployment rate．

A.revealed B.reflected C.reversed D.revolutionized

10、Was this the first time that you ________ Hong Kong?

A．have visited

B．have been visited

C．had visited

D．have been visiting

11、On average, there are 800 tornadoes in the US each year, ________ about 80 deaths and 1,500 injuries.

A．having caused

B．causing

C．caused

D．to be causing

12、He stood there, his eyes ______.

A.fixing on the blackboard B.fixed on the blackboard

C.fix on the blackboard D.to fix on the blackboard

13、However, not everyone ___________the idea of living in a world of endless advertisements.

A．sells on

B．sells to

C．is sold to

D．is sold on

14、Joining the firm as a clerk, he got rapid promotion, and ________ as a manager.

A．ended up

B．took up

C．set off

D．started off

15、So cruel________ that he never shows any mercy to________ is against his opinion.

A．the man is; whoever

B．is the man; whomever

C．the man is; whomever

D．is the man; whoever

16、—May I help you?

— Yes, I’d like to try on some sports jackets just like ______ I’m wearing.

A. it   B. one     C. the one   D. which

17、To return to the problem of water pollution, I’d like you to look at a study ________ in 2012.

A．conducted

B．conducting

C．being conducted

D．was conducted

18、Villagers here depend on the fishing industry, ________ there won’t be much work.

A．where

B．beyond which

C．by which

D．without which

19、I owe you a(an) _________for having kept you waiting for such a long time.

A．judgment

B．argument

C．apology

D．intention

20、—I called you 10:30 p.m, but you didn’t answer it.

—I ________ my work and ________ a bath.

A. was doing; had taken    B. had done; had taken

C. was doing; was taken    D. had done; was taking

21、A bad fire ______ in the basement of the supermarket last week.

A.broke up

B.was broken up

C.was broken out

D.broke out

22、The truth is that all food ________ chemicals.

A．is regarded as

B．is made up of

C．is brought together

D．is pleased with

23、______ the complexity of the work and the lack of time into account, we plan to cooperate with another company.

A．To take

B．Taken

C．Taking

D．Take

24、Our school is so old that it requires _____.

A．to repair

B．repaired

C．being repaired

D．repairing

25、He made a serious mistake. But he took action to change that ________ it got worse.

A．until

B．unless

C．when

D．before

26、Should we allow modern buildings to be built next to older buildings in a historic area of a city? In order to answer this question, we must first examine whether people really want to preserve the historic feel of an area. Not all historical buildings are attractive. However, there may be other reasons—for example, economic reasons—why they should be preserved. So, let us assume that historical buildings are both attractive and important to the majority of people. What should we do then if a new building is needed?

In my view, new architectural styles can exist perfectly well alongside an older style. Indeed, there are many examples in my own hometown where modern designs have been placed very successfully next to old buildings. As long as the building in question is pleasing and does not dominate(影响)its surroundings too much, it often improves the attractiveness of the area.

It is true that there are examples of new buildings which have spoilt the area they are in, but the same can be said of some old buildings too. Yet people still speak against new buildings in historic areas. I think this is simply because people are naturally conservative (保守的) and do not like change.

Although we have to respect people’s feelings as fellow users of the buildings, I believe that it is the duty of the architect and planner to move things forward. If we always reproduced what was there before, we would all still be living in caves. Thus, I would argue against copying previous architectural styles and choose something fresh and different, even though that might be the more risky choice.

【1】What does the author say about historical buildings in the first paragraph?

A．Some of them are not attractive.

B．Most of them are too expensive to preserve.

C．They are more pleasing than modern buildings.

D．They have nothing to do with the historic feel of an area.

【2】Which of the following is true according to the author?

A．We should reproduce the same old buildings.

B．Buildings should not dominate their surroundings.

C．Some old buildings have spoilt the area they are in.

D．No one understands why people speak against new buildings.

【3】According to the last paragraph, the author probably wants the architect and planner to________.

A．destroy old buildings

B．put things in a different place

C．respect people’s feelings for historical buildings

D．choose new architectural styles

【4】What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To explain why people dislike change.

B．To argue that modern buildings can be built in historic areas.

C．To warn that we could end up living in caves.

D．To admit how new buildings have ruined their surroundings.

27、Four best destinations named by Lonely Planet for 2022

Nepal

When people discuss Nepal, it’s nearly impossible to talk about Mount Everest. But this Himalayan nation has so much more on offer for travelers who aren’t climbing the world's highest mountain,

In the remote region of Mustang（which means “fertile plain”）, tourists can explore the high desert and meet locals at homestays along the way, dining on Nepali specialties.

Mauritius

Mauritius is in the Indian Ocean about 700 miles east of Madagascar. Here are some reasons for visiting this underrated African getaway. It’s inhabited by a multi-racial, peaceful people, covered in great golf courses, offering myriad water sports, luxurious resorts, an old colonial capital, great food, one of the world's best gardens, good nightlife, and great sightseeing.

Norway

Norway consistently lies on lists of the world' s happiest countries. So what's the secret? Mette-Marit, one of the country’s royals, has one answer: “We love being outside in nature.”

If you want to channel that peaceful energy for yourself, head to Bkeskogen, the world's northernmost beech forest.

Cook Islands

This group of 15 islands in the South Pacific was at the top of many Lonely Planet workers' wish lists for 2022 and beyond.

What’s on offer? Water-centric activities like snorkeling, diving and fishing, not to mention a look at the native Maori community in Te Vara Nui Village.

【1】What can tourists do in Nepal?

A．Visit ancient buildings.

B．Explore a desert.

C．Go fishing.

D．Play golf.

【2】Why is Norway one of the happiest countries?

A．People there can admire best gardens.

B．People there can enjoy water sports.

C．People there have good nightlife.

D．People there love being close to nature.

【3】What do Mauritius and Cook Islands have in common?

A．They both offer water sports.

B．They both lie in the Indian Ocean.

C．They both have many different races.

D．They both have great beech forests

28、The humble honey bee is responsible for up to 80 per cent of plant pollination (授粉) worldwide. But population numbers are in steep decline because of habitat loss, pesticides and pollution — threatening our food security. One startup has identified a potential solution — the common hoverfly (食蚜蝇).

UK-based designer Tashia Tucker has created an AI-based technology called Olombria, which encourages hoverflies to increase their pollination levels to match that of bees. Although flies perform approximately 30 percent of the world’s pollination, they aren’t as efficient as bees, often getting distracted and “wandering off” before they can carry pollen between plants.

Olombria is a solution — an AI pollination system that encourages hoverflies to pollinate targeted sites when the plants are in bloom (鲜花盛开). The system consists of sensors, cameras and chemical signaling devices placed within specified areas of an orchard or field. It starts by collecting data on the level and diversity of pollinators in a grower’s field as well as pollination effectiveness.

This information, combined with other environmental data — time, the location and temperature, allows the system to paint an overall picture of pollinator health and then take action. “We first provide that baseline data,” Tucker explains, “so we have an understanding of where there are deficiencies (缺乏) and areas that need to be improved, and then we distribute our natural chemical signaling from the device.”

Depending on what areas of an orchard need pollinating, Olombria’s AIcloud system triggers chosen devices to release organic chemicals that encourage hoverflies to move towards those specific areas. “The chemicals do not change what the flies would naturally do, but target their location and increase the amount of pollen that they’re picking up and transferring,” Tucker explains.

The hoverflies work in cooperation with the bees and, through Tucker’s research, she’s found that the hoverflies even encourage bees to become more efficient pollinators. “There’s a bit of competition; it focuses the bees’ pollination as there’s another insect in the area,” says Tucker.

As a designer, Tucker initially designed Olombria’s device to look like a fruit to reflect the ethos (气质) of the design. “When I started working with farmers, I knew I needed to design the technology to be strong enough to stay out in the field and in various weather conditions,” says Tucker. Since then, Tucker has changed the design and is exploring what colors work well with insects. “As we start to streamline the technology, it is becoming more refined,” Tucker explains. “As an AI system, it’s great, as it’s just getting smarter as the technology develops.”

【1】Why are hoverflies not so efficient at plant pollination?

A．Most of them don’t know how to pollinate plants.

B．They can hardly focus on their pollinating work.

C．They have great difficulty carrying pollen.

D．The population of them is declining.

【2】What does Olombria first do to encourage hoverflies to pollinate plants?

A．Take pictures of plants in a field.

B．Examine overall plant health there.

C．Choose chemical signaling devices.

D．Get basic facts about pollinators there.

【3】What is the purpose in releasing organic chemicals?

A．To attract hoverflies to a certain area.

B．To change pollinators’ behavior.

C．To make pollen attractive to hoverflies.

D．To locate the position of pollinators.

【4】Why did Tucker make changes to her design?

A．To deal with pollination crisis quickly.

B．To make it attractive in appearance.

C．To meet the demands of AI systems.

D．To make it as practical as possible.

29、Shanna Hearne's oldest dream was to own a ranch (牧场). From the moment she was first placed in the saddle (马鞍) at age two, she had always felt most comfortable on horse-back. In February 2020, her dream finally came true, when she opened the gates of Sun and Moon Ranch. Then, just a month later, the country fell into COVID-19 lock down. Soon Hearne's vision began to grow into something bigger.

With eight acres of ranch and sufficient sunshine and fresh air, there was no safe way for frightened neighbors to get out of the house. The ranch, Hearne realized, should be for everybody. “It didn't feel right to suddenly become protective of what I thought I was being a good manager of. I had a vision for the space being healing for whoever the universe sent our way.” said Hearne.

One of those people, now 15, was born without fingers on one hand. His grandmother brought him to Sun and Moon for riding lessons. Learning to control a horse with one hand helped him better manage his disability, and he grew closer to his grandmother over their shared love of horses.

“There is something empowering about controlling a thousand-pound animal, and I believe this is especially true for children or anyone who struggle with any sort of self-respect issue.” Hearne says.

Another boy became selectively silent because of his autism (自闭症). Lesson by lesson, Hearne watched him slowly come out of his shell. Riding the horse, indeed, helped him do so in his daily life too.

“I could see how the empowerment of riding was helping him feel once again in control of the world around him.” says Hearne. “He went from not answering questions to literally talking our ears off. And there's no nice sound, especially when answered by an affectionate voice from a four-legged best friend.”

【1】Why was Shanna Hearne longing for a ranch?

A．She was influenced by her parents.

B．She loved horseback riding.

C．She was interested in raising horses.

D．She enjoyed playing in a ranch.

【2】What does “something bigger” underlined in paragraph 1 refer to?

A．She decided to make more profits.

B．She wanted to protect her neighbors.

C．She expanded the area of the ranch.

D．She opened the ranch to help others.

【3】What do the two boys' stories focus on?

A．The greatness of Hear me.

B．The curative effect of horse riding.

C．The popularity of the ranch.

D．The praises from the public.

【4】Which of the following best describe Shanna Hearne?

A．Persistent and helpful.

B．Demanding and curious.

C．Enthusiastic and humorous.

D．Warm hearted and modest.

30、Children find meanings in their old family tales.

When Stephen Guyer's three children were growing up，he told them stories about how his grandfather，a banker，_____ all in the 1930s，but did not lose sight of what he valued most. In one of the _____ times when his strong-minded grandfather was nearly _____，he loaded（装载）his family into a car. And he _____ them to see family members in Canada with a _____，“there are more important things in life than money”.

The _____ took on a new meaning recently when Mr. Guyer moved to a _____ house from a more expensive and comfortable one. He was _____ that his children，a daughter，15，and twins，22，would be upset. To his surprise，they weren't. _____，their reaction echoed（类似）their great-grandfather's. What they ______ was how warm the people were in the house and how ______ their heart was accessible.

Many parents are finding family stories have surprising power to ______ children through hard times. Storytelling experts say the phenomenon reflects a growing ______ in telling tales，evidenced by a rise in storytelling events and festivals.

A university ______ of 65 families with children aged from 14 to 16 found kids' ability to ______ parents' stories was linked to a lower rate of anger and anxiety.

The ______ is telling the stories in a way children can ______ them. We're not talking here about the kind of story that ______，“When I was a kid，I walked to school every day uphill，barefoot in the snow.”Instead，we should choose a story suited to the child's ______，and make eye contact（接触）to create“a personal experience”. We don't have to tell children what they should ______ from the story and what the moral is.

【1】A.missed B.lost C.forgot D.ignored

【2】A.darkest B.best C.strongest D.simplest

【3】A.friendless B.worthless C.penniless D.homeless

【4】A.fetched B.allowed C.expected D.took

【5】A.possibility B.promise C.suggestion D.belief

【6】A.report B.agreement C.arrangement D.tale

【7】A.large B.new C.small D.grand

【8】A.pleased B.annoyed C.worried D.disappointed

【9】A.Therefore B.Besides C.Otherwise D.Instead

【10】A.talked about B.cared about C.wrote about D.heard about

【11】A.many B.much C.little D.few

【12】A.remind B.praise C.thrill D.help

【13】A.argument B.skill C.anxiety D.interest

【14】A.study B.design C.group D.organization

【15】A.retell B.provide C.support D.refuse

【16】A.trouble B.gift C.fact D.trick

【17】A.perform B.hear C.unite D.question

【18】A.means B.ends C.begins D.proves

【19】A.habits B.activities C.judgments D.needs

【20】A.gain B.receive C.accept D.admit

31、根据提示完成下列语段。

上周日，我所在的志愿者小组到汽车站(介词短语)参加了一次服务活动。一到车站，我们就受到了热烈的欢迎(名词短语)；有的同学打扫候车室(动词短语)，有的为旅客提供信息、搬运行李(动词短语)等；虽然很累，但是我们感到很开心(形容词短语)。最为重要的是(副词短语)，我们能够为他人做些事情。

Last Sunday, our volunteer group took part in a voluntary activity【1】(介词短语). On arriving there, we were given【2】(名词短语). Some students【3】(动词短语) while the others offered the passengers the information they needed and【4】(动词短语) for them. Although we were tired, we felt【5】(形容词短语).【6】(副词短语), we can do something for others.

32、假设你是李津，在校园网上看到了某国际教育交流中心在天津征集寄宿家庭（host family）的广告，你非常感兴趣。请你用英文给负责人 Mr. Smith 写一封申请信，内容包括：

（1）自我介绍；

（2）家庭寄宿条件及周边交通状况；

（3）其他优势。

注意:1. 词数不少于100.

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3. 格式已给出，但不计入总词数。

Dear Mr. Smith,

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours sincerely,

Li Jin