2025-2026学年湖北宜昌高三(下)期末试卷英语

1、Though sometimes he makes mistakes, we can’t doubt his loyalty _______ the company.

A.in B.with C.of D.to

2、I would appreciate ______ if you could give me a reply as soon as possible.

A.you B.it C.that D.them

3、Born in a traditional family, Rick was_____ to value the sense of responsibility and sharing.

A. brought about B. brought up

C. brought out D. brought in

4、He explained ______ for his father's birthday party.

A.why was he late B.why is he late

C.why he is late D.why he was late

5、People of a kind come together. Birds of a _______flock together.

A.leather B.fur C.moustache D.feather

6、We have greatly _____ in our knowledge of the world.

A. approached B. advanced C. expanded D. expressed

7、_____ leaving school, Jane established an organization to offer help to homeless people.

A.For B.By C.At D.On

8、— What are you doing this Saturday?

— I’m not sure, but I   go to the Rolling Stones concert

A.must B.would

C.should D.might

9、You are a producer of "green food"----your food is _______ of chemical fertilizers and is grown away from industrial areas and dirty water supplies.

A.fertile B.barre C.free D.short

10、A survey _____ now about whether students should have extra lessons during the holidays.

A.is being carried out B.has carried out

C.has been carried out D.had been carried out

11、When I try to find _____ that prevents so many people taking part in the program, it seems to me that there are two main causes.

A．what it does

B．what it is

C．why it does

D．why it is

12、Hydrogen is the fundamental element of the universe____it provides the building blocks from which the other elements are produced.

A.so that B.but that C.in that D.provided that

13、________ in the conservation of ocean life, Hannah learnt much knowledge about environmental problems.

A．Involves

B．Involved

C．Involving

D．Having involved

14、It was not until I suffered hair loss ________I realized the harm of staying up late.

A. when B. that

C. which D. what

15、The Kangaroos went home proud _______ they had done their best.

A.which B.that C.what D.whether

16、All bad things must come to________end, ________ terrible an experience is.

A.the; whatever B.an; however C./; how D.a; what

17、Some people believe that with joint efforts we can ________ all the diseases from the world and life expectancy will become limitless.

A.execute B.exaggerate C.erect D.eradicate

18、After the war, a new school building was put up ____________ there had once been a theatre.

A．that

B．where

C．which

D．when

19、Hawking owned a brilliant intellect with a deep ____ for humanity, which enabled him to overcome his terrible disease and become a famous scientist.

A.aid B.concern C.glory D.basis

20、These women _____ works of the highest quality, any survey of the 19th century English literature must include them.

A．having produced

B．have produced

C．were produced

D．having been produced

21、I saw a familiar face in the crowd, but the name ______ me for the moment.

A.supported B.limited C.escaped D.adapted

22、—Have you seen the film Under the Hawthorn Tree?

— Of course, I have. It was in our village _____it was made.

A. that     B. where

C. when   D. which

23、If I don't laugh, I have to cry. Maybe this is _____at many funeral people share funny stories about the person who has just died.

A.why B.how

C.because D.when

24、Tom should not be sent to carry out the task for three reasons. ________, he hasn’t had enough experience.

A. For a start B. In other words

C. On the other hand D. At first

25、Cathy doesn’t feel like ______ her job. She’s already got a very good one.

A.change B.changing C.changed D.to change

26、   Glancing at the large room through her blue eyes, four-year-old Nicole in her oversize short skirt began to cry. "It's okay: honey.” I tried to encourage." Come and play with the other children.” But the more I persuaded, the more tears flowed.

Every week for the past eighteen years, I've spent Tuesdays with a dozen kids dressed in satin ribbons, feathers, butterfly wings and plastic jewelry. These afternoons are free flowing and non-threatening but for some strange reason, Nicole saw this as the final kiss of death.

In her mind, she was going to be left all alone with a strange woman and several other children. Uncontrollable tears rapidly started to flow and there wouldn't be enough tissues in the whole building to mop up the flood.

Tip toeing quickly to the door, I gently called to her father." Just sit in here for a while until she warms up.” I said. Standing next to his first born, Rich took his daughter's hand and led her to the centre of the room. Slowly he pushed, but again the damn broke. "Daddy, don't leave me!" Nicole cried. "Don't make me do this." Bending down on his knees until they were nose-to-nose, Rich gently whispered in her ear, “I'll do it with you. There's nothing to be afraid of." Holding her entire young hand around his middle two fingers, the pair went on to skip around the floor.

“Wow!" I cheered. "You deserve a prize. I've never seen a dad do that before.”

For a brief second, Rich paused, and then with a smile, he replied, "Isn't this part of the job?"'

That wonderful moment was two years ago and I've thought of it often, especially when I see how well Nicole performs in class. More importantly, however, I've remembered it because it takes me back to my own dance beginnings with my father.

From the moment I was born, music spoke to me. The moment the radio or record player was turned on, I moved my arms and legs about the room in wild fashion. Most of the time, I was fine to perform alone, but the minute my dad walked into the room, I'd jump into his arms, hug him tight and place my tiny feet on top of his highly shined shoes.

While this memory is sweet, the real reason I hold it dear to my heart is because of what went behind his action. My father was not the most gifted creature on two legs when it came to dancing, but he'd stepped out of his comfort zone(区域）and danced because he knew how much I loved it. For him, helping his only daughter develop, despite how uncomfortable it made him feel, was part of his job.

As a child, my father did what he was told and lived as expected But when it came to his own children, he allowed us the chance to follow our own path and we were never forced to be like him, live like him or think like him. He provided an environment where my three brothers and I were permitted to explore our own jungle until we found the life that was right for us.

To all the fathers who've influenced your children's lives by stepping out of your comfort zones to dance, whether it is in mind, body or soul--this one's for you! You give a child the courage to stand on the center stage of life.

【1】Why was Nicole so sad at her first dancing class?

A.She was asked to mop up the floor.

B.She had to be left with the strangers.

C.She didn't like the oversized dress.

D.She was threatened by the older boys.

【2】What does the father mean by saying "Isn't this part of the job?” in Paragraph 6?

A.Dancing with their daughter is a father's part-time job.

B.It's a father's job to force her daughter to learn dancing.

C.Fathers are always there to help their daughter if necessary.

D.Fathers are required to accompany their daughter in dancing classes.

【3】What do we know about the author's father?

A.He was fond of dancing.

B.He liked to make choices for his children.

C.He required his children to follow his path.

D.He tried to live up to his parents' expectations.

【4】Why did the author treasure the memory of dancing with her father when she was a child?

A.It was her father who taught her to dance.

B.Her father encouraged her to dance when she was unwilling to do so.

C.Her father tried to please her although he was not comfortable about dancing.

D.Her father was patient enough when he was dancing with her.

27、   New Zealand, which is a beautiful beach country, draws many people looking for a new life. Its cities are considered as some of the best places to live in the world, and with a population of only 4.4 million there remain plenty of untouched lands to explore and enjoy.

The big draw for modern-day visitors is the country's beautiful scenery and natural wonders. Sailing, surfing, hiking, camping and any outdoor activity you know can be done in New Zealand. With an increasing number of visitors arriving every year, environmentalists and the government are concerned about protecting the nature.

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand, with a population of 1.5 million. Known as the City of Sails, it sits on a narrow land between the Waitemata and Manukau Bays. The city's suburbs Lynn, Ellerslie and Meadowbank stretch form many miles along the coast. Its most popular places to live are Westmere, Ponsonby, Grey Lynn and Meadowbank. These are the areas seeing the highest home prices in the country.

At the south of the North Island sits Wellington, the capital and diplomatic centre of the country, built in the hills above the Cook Strait that separates the North Island from the South Island. It has the country's best public transport, Metlink, and considers itself the coolest city in New Zealand.

“No matter where we live, beach culture has always been a big part of our culture,” said Shane Mason. “It's pretty common to leave town during the summer and spend Christmas and New Year at the beach.” “New Zealand is a good place to visit and a great place to live,” said Mason, who now lives in Berlin. “I've discovered there is no place like home.”

【1】Many people move to New Zealand because _________________

A.they want to live a new life in the place fit to live.

B.it has a lot of beautiful scenery and natural wonders.

C.they want to explore and enjoy plenty of untouched lands.

D.it has a population of only 4.4 million.

【2】What has caused environmentalists and the government to be concerned about protecting the nature?

A.Its rising population. B.Plenty of untouched lands.

C.The increasing visitors. D.Its rich natural resource.

【3】What does the underlined word “stretch ” mean?

A.Extend B.Settle

C.Improve D.Increase

【4】From what Mason said we can infer that_____________.

A.its beach culture is the most unimportant culture.

B.she hopes to live in New Zealand for the rest of her life.

C.people seldom leave their homes to the beach.

D.she thinks New Zealand is the best place to live.

28、   Smiling is a great way to make yourself stand out while helping your body to function better. Smile to improve your health, your stress level, and your attractiveness;

【1】

We are drawn to people who smile. There is an attraction factor. We want to know a smiling person and figure out what is so good because anxieties can push people away, but a smile draws them in.

Smiling changes our mood.

Next time you are feeling down, try putting on a smile.  【2】 Smiling can trick the body into helping you change your mood.

Smiling is appealing.

When someone is smiling they lighten up the room, change the moods of others, and make things happier. A smiling person brings happiness with them. Smile a lot and you will draw people to you.

Smiling relieves stress.

Stress can really show up in our faces. Smiling helps to prevent us from looking tired, worn down, and overwhelmed. 【3】 The stress should be reduced and you’ll be better able to take action.

Smiling lowers your blood pressure.

When you smile, there is a measurable reduction in your blood pressure. Give it a try if you have a blood pressure monitor at home. Sit for a few minutes and take a reading. Then smile for a minute and take another reading while still smiling. 【4】

Smiling lifts the face and makes you look younger.

The muscles we use to smile lift the face, making a person appear younger. Don’t go for a face lift, just try smiling your way through the day—you’ll look younger and feel better.

【5】

Try this test: Smile. Now try to think of something negative without losing the smile. It’s hard. When we smile, our body is sending the rest of us a message that “Life is Good!”

A.Smiling helps you stay positive.

B.Smiling makes us attractive.

C.Do you notice the difference?

D.Smiling can bring you luck and sorrow.

E.When you are stressed, take time to put on a smile.

F.There’s a good chance that your mood will change for the better.

G.As long as you try smiling daily, it can make you look younger.

29、   The best colors for advertising are those that make people comfortable or stimulate (激发） their senses; knowing which color does that depends on what is being advertised.In general, color schemes (调配）contain three kinds: warm, cool and black and white.

Warm Colors

Bright red, orange, and yellow are warm colors, and they stimulate excitement.In fact, all advertisements and menus of fast food chains feature these colors.Warm colors are some of the best colors for advertising food as they are known to increase the appetite.

A color scheme that includes warm colors also encourages people to stay longer.These colors stimulate warmth and comfort，and when people relax over dinner，they are more likely to enjoy a dessert or a cup of coffee, thus spending more money.

Cool Colors

Besides knowledge and understanding，some shades of blue are also associated with quiet.As a result，blue can actually slow a person's heart rate (比率)and reduce appetite，which is why it's not often chosen for restaurant advertising.On the other hand, blue is one of the best colors for advertising medicine and other health products. Light blue can have a calming effect on people and it is most often linked with health and healing(治愈）.However, it has been debated whether or not blue is one of the best colors for advertising online.Some people think it does not catch the readers attention fast enough or often enough.

Black and White

Black and white can be two of the best colors for advertising because they create a strong contrast when paired together.Black and white often indicate opposite emotions (情绪）：white is often linked with purity and perfection, while black usually represents power, eleganc-e, or evil (邪恶).When used together, however, black and white can create a sense that a company is highly professional (专业的）.

【1】What influence do warm colors have on the people eating in a restaurant?

A.They make the people more uncomfortable.

B.They encourage the people to eat more.

C.They mainly stimulate people's interest in drinking.

D.They help people to gain weight.

【2】Why do some people disagree to the use of cool colors for advertising online?

A.Cool colors are often linked with health and healing.

B.Cool colors are disliked by most people.

C.Cool colors are reminders of medicine.

D.Cool colors can't easily catch people's eyes.

【3】Why are black and white considered as two of the best colors for advertising?

A.They are people's favourite colors.

B.They are pure and perfect colors.

C.They make people think highly of the products.

D.They usually stand for power, elegance or evil.

【4】What does the passage mainly talk about?

A.The best colors for advertising.

B.The colors being liked and disliked-

C.The reasons for the choice of colors.

D.The effect of colors on people.

30、   In her 17 years, Shreya Venkat has done more to help the planet and the people living on it than many adults. The non-profit organization she founded, NEST4US, has helped tens of thousands of ______ people in the United States.

Venkat’s passion for ______ others started as soon as she could walk, as her parents, ______volunteers themselves, brought her along on their various projects. By fifth grade, she’d ______ such enthusiasm for it that she could start her own ______ projects.

NEST4US was ______ when she happened to meet a man seeking for food. “There was a homeless man and he was ______ a sign that said ‘Hungry Need Food’,” she remembers. “So I gave him my lunch-it was just a banana, a granola bar, and a water-and his whole face just______. I found out he hadn’t eaten in a week! It was so ______. It only took me 30 seconds, and it really helped him.” Then, she decided to just ______.

She emails, calls, and talks, which is quite ______ her age, to business owners in-person to ask for donations. From there, volunteers pick up the donated food and ______ it to local shelters. As much as she has helped others, they’ve helped her too, she says. Not only does she get a lot of ______ and personal satisfaction from her volunteer work but she says running NEST4US has taught her important life ______ like time management, public speaking, writing, and leadership. “What it’s really given me is this view, of ______ other people first,” she says.

【1】A.disabled B.homeless C.dangerous D.elder

【2】A.helping B.watching C.teaching D.finding

【3】A.related B.brave C.active D.sharp

【4】A.asked B.struggled C.searched D.developed

【5】A.service B.invention C.environment D.protection

【6】A.lost B.changed C.born D.brought

【7】A.holding B.sending C.looking D.reading

【8】A.gave up B.lit up C.put up D.made up

【9】A.embarrassing B.easy C.particular D.challenging

【10】A.talk B.show C.act D.dream

【11】A.equal B.under C.between D.beyond

【12】A.deliver B.refer C.sell D.share

【13】A.talent B.salary C.joy D.trouble

【14】A.ideas B.skills C.ways D.types

【15】A.putting B.wanting C.giving D.having

31、根据课文内容填空

The most 【1】 and important festivals are the ones that look forward to the end of winter and the coming of spring. 【2】 the Spring Festival in China, people eat dumplings, fish and meat and may 【3】children lucky money in red paper. There are dragon dances and carnivals, and families celebrate the Lunar New Year 【4】 .Some Western countries have very exciting carnivals,【5】 take place forty days before Easter, usually in February. These carnivals might include parades, 【6】 in the streets day and night, loud music and colourful 【7】 of all kinds. Easter is an important religious and social festival for 【8】around the world. It celebrates the return of Jesus from the dead and the coming of spring and new life. Japan’s Cherry Blossom Festival 【9】 a little later. The country, covered with cherry tree flowers, looks as though 【10】is covered with pink snow.

32、阅读下面短文，根据其内容写一篇 60 词左右的内容概要。

Being a high school student is probably one of the hardest things in the world. From the countless classes to the endless homework, your school may seem stressful some days. So, it’s understandable if you feel under pressure sometimes.

However, by making a few changes, your high school life could become easier. First, as starters, try to build a better relationship with the most important people in your life: your parents. “To succeed, teens need love, acceptance and support from their parents,” psychologist Sara Villanueva wrote on Psychology Today website. With this in mind, try to explain your difficulties to your parents. That way, they’ll understand you better. To do this, simply talk to your parents and share your feelings with them and they may be able to help you. Having a good relationship with your teachers is important too. If you’re finding a certain class too hard, talk to your teachers and ask them for help. It’s teachers’ job to make sure their students understand what they teach, so they’ll be more than happy to help you.

And then, you also should start by helping yourself to become more successful at anything you do. To start with, set yourself some realistic goals, like “I’ll improve my math grade by next semester,” or “I’ll join one more after-school club.” And rather than just tell yourself these goals, plan them out carefully－and stick to them. You can get yourself a calendar, and mark every piece of school work you have on there, for example. That way, you can see exactly what you need to do and when you need to finish it by.

Another thing to remember, however, is that relaxation is just as important as working hard. “It is good to take time to relax during heavy periods of work to stay energized (精力充沛的) and focused,” US student Anna Pohoryles wrote on university website Odyssey. So, if things get too difficult, taking a break may be the best solution of all.