淮南2024-2025学年第二学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高二英语

1、–I am leaving for Madrid tomorrow,Caroline.

--- _______

A. Take your time   B.All the best

C. Well done  D.That's OK

2、—Have you heard that he was admitted into Beijing University?

—Is that true?　I’m glad that his efforts at last _______.

A.worked out B.paid off C.turned out D.paid for

3、Look out！Don’t get too close to the house ________ roof is under repair．

A． which   B． whose   C． what   D． that

4、Though having lived abroad for years, many Chinese still ________ the traditional customs.

A．settle

B．postpone

C．observe

D．support

5、______ can be more exciting than the news that the Chinese national football team has reached the tournament knockout stage (淘汰赛阶段) at the Asian Cup.

A. Nothing B. Everything

C. Anything D. Something

6、.Ladex does’t feel like abroad.Her parents are old.

A.study B.studying C.studied D.to study

7、That’s not a hard job. I’m sure I can ________ it myself.

A. manage   B. serve

C. adapt   D. construct

8、When it comes to the speed of response, a small firm can ___________a big company.

A．outnumber

B．outgrow

C．outlive

D．outdo

9、Tom was sorry to learn that his grandfather _____ for half an hour when he got to the hospital．

A． had died   B． had been dead

C． Died     D． has been dead

10、Just relax and be confident, and you won't _____ when you give your speech.

A．stumble

B．jumble

C．tumble

D．rumble

11、 At the end of the meeting, it was announced that an agreement ______.

A．has reached

B．had reached

C．has been reached

D．had been reached

12、A grandmother in Chengdu, Sichuan province, who has ________ pole-dancing is living proof that life doesn’t have to gradually stop when you’re old.

A. taken to B. taken on

C. taken in D. taken up

13、He must have sensed that I ______ him. He suddenly glanced at me and said quietly, “Why are you staring at me like that?”

A. would look at   B. looked at

C. was looking at D. am looking at

14、 A good teacher has to be able to____ the students’ interest in his or her class for long.

A. improve B. take C. hold D. contain

15、Through patient, ________ dialogue on an area of disagreement, partners frequently discover common threads to build upon.

A. considerate   B. conventional

C. confidential D. critical

16、______ David says sounds right to Helen. That’s why she has made up her mind to leave with him ______ happens.

A. Whatever; no matter what   B. No matter what; whatever

C. No matter what; no matter what   D. Whatever; however

17、The newly-opened supermarket Costco attracts a ______ stream of consumers every day, especially during the weekends.

A．constant

B．main

C．powerful

D．shallow

18、To her delight, the sufferer has decided to give up _________.

A．to smoke

B．smoke

C．smoking

D．smoker

19、China made a commitment to the world in the Copenhagen Summit that by 2020, the carbon-intensity of its economy ______ fall 40% to 45%.

A. shall B. may C. must D. should

20、Half a century ago, parts of the Thames were “biologically dead” because of the pollution.

A. declared B. imagined C. sensed D. marked

21、On December night, fire trucks arrived in the sleepy little town of Manton, Michigan and rushed to Chittle’s home. It wasn't because of a fire, or because a child climbed too high to a dangerous place. Instead, it was for helping make a dream come true.

Outdoor activities and a slow pace of life are a mainstay in this rural town. When the town went into lockdown, Scott Chittle decided the community needed for a safe place to come together and something joyful during the winter months. And what’s a better outdoor activity to get people outside than ice skating?

To make his dream a reality, Chittle downloaded instructions on how to build an ice rink(溜冰场) and then ordered a 3,000 square foot waterproof cloth and some wood to create walls online. It took 12 fire trucks to get enough water to fill the plot.

It took a little time and some neighborly persuasion as Chittle went door to door to convince people to come to see his creation, and soon Chittle's backyard ice rink became a Manton hot spot. Children were skating and shooting, a fire was burning, and hot chocolate was steaming in to-go cups. “When things were tough, it was a place,” says Chittle's neighbor Audrey Hooker. “It was fantastic because we just came together and became calm and happy instead of worried.”

But the goodwill didn't stop with Chittle. When the community heard how much money he used to make this project happen, everyone stepped forward. A fundraiser brought in about $ 1,300, and letters were sent to Chittle’s home stuffed with cash. “Almost 30 complete strangers knocked on my door to just shake my hand and say thank you. Most of them handed me money as well. Three of them asked for a hug,” says Chittle. “This has been a community thing. It's not just me. I want to show the rest of the world what a little effort and the best intentions can do.”

【1】Why did fire trucks come to Manton?

A．To put out an accidental fire.

B．To get a kid down from a height.

C．To make sure people's safety in the town.

D．To help with Chittle's building the ice rink.

【2】What did Chittle do to carry out his project?

A．Persuade his neighbors to donate.

B．Buy a piece of land behind his house.

C．Turn to the Internet for tips and materials.

D．Research the popular lifestyles in Manton.

【3】How did the ice rink affect the community?

A．It made the community popular in Manton.

B．It slowed down the pace of the residents' life.

C．It brought people there comfort and company.

D．It inspired the residents to do outdoor activities.

【4】What does the underlined sentence in the last paragraph mean?

A．Everyone could make a difference.

B．Chittle received kindness from others.

C．The community got better due to the ice rink.

D．Chittle had goodwill toward the whole neighborhood.

22、In the office of the German Chancellor Angela Merkel, there is a picture of Catherine the Great, the legendary Russian Empress. When asked why she has the picture, Merkel says, “She was a strong woman”. Many say the same of Merkel.

The most powerful woman in the world, according to US Forbes magazine, was in China last week. She came to discuss trade and environmental issues with China’s top leaders. Germany’s first woman leader is known as a brave and practical statesman(政治家). Even since her time at school, she had the habit of getting everything in order. Every day before doing her homework she would clean the desk and think about what to do next. “I prefer a long time for full preparations to make my decision. But once I decide, I will stand up for what I believe,” Merkel said.

Perhaps it was good habits that helped her do well in her studies. At 32, she got a doctorate (博士学位) in physics and then she worked as a researcher.

However, the life of a scholar couldn’t put off her love of politics. While working in labs, Merkel took time off to read political books and at last joined a political party. “Her calmness helped her stand out in the party. She could always find a way out while others felt hopeless,” said one of her old friends.

In her first big political job as Minister for the Environment in 1994, her scientific background proved very useful. In 2005 she became Germany’s youngest chancellor since the second World War.

Now half way through her four-year term, the 53-year-old woman has made a name for herself both in Germany and abroad. At the EU summit in 2005 when France quarreled with Britain over the EU budget(预算), some people believed the EU was close to breaking down. But Merkel didn’t give up. She shuttled(穿梭) between the heads of the two powers and had them reached an agreement.

“Strength comes from composure(镇定) and courage. Many people say I am a strong woman. But I would rather say I have perseverance,” said Merkel.

【1】Why does Merkel put a picture of Catherine the Great on the wall of her office?

A. Because Catherine the Great is beautiful.

B. Because Merkel wants to be a strong woman too.

C. Because Merkel likes the drawing skill of it.

D. Because it is very expensive.

【2】What is the correct order of the following events?

a. became the German Chancellor

b. got a doctorate in physics and then she worked as a researcher

c. join a political party

d. visit China

e. take part in the EU summit

f. as Minister for the Environment

A. bcafde   B. cbfdae   C. bcfaed   D. cbfaed

【3】Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?

A. Merkel usually is hurry to make a decision when facing difficulties.

B. At the EU summit in 2005, the relationship between French and Britain was in tension.

C. Merkel is a well-known leader all over the world.

D. She is outstanding because of her calmness.

【4】What is the best title for the passage?

A. An excellent lecturer   B. Germany’s iron lady

C. The change of a scholar   D. The youngest chancellor

23、

【1】What is Annie’s attitude towards the service provided by Bought By Many?

A．Doubtful.

B．Sympathetic.

C．Satisfied.

D．Disapproving.

【2】Who are the target customers of this advertisement?

A．People who need to buy pet insurance.

B．Employees who work in Bought By Many.

C．Volunteers who make donations to pets.

D．Graduates who want to start a pet business.

【3】Customers can call 0345 646 0749 at _______.

A．6:00 p.m. on Saturday

B．10:20 p.m. on Sunday

C．7:00 a.m. on Thursday

D．11:00 a.m. on Wednesday

24、Getting more followers is something we usually associate with social media or micro messaging apps. But soon we could all have a new type of follower—a robotic one.

Dozens of robots and technology fans gathered in Boston, US, earlier this month for the Robot Business conference. The latest developments in the world of robotics were shown to the public, and this time the trend was robots following people.

Perhaps the most exciting development on show was the ability of drones (无人机) to follow you from the air, acting as your own personal cameraman or photographer. One example is 3-D Robotics’ Iris+ drone, developed by a US-based company.

The drone is fitted with cameras and has a “follow me” function. It connects with your GPS-enabled Android device, like a mobile phone. Then it flies and follows you around, shooting action film of you from above. The software in the drone makes sure that you’re always in the center of the frame.

It can keep working for 15 minutes, as long as there aren’t too many trees for it to crash into. This could be exciting for anyone who loves action sports or wants to be the star of their own short film.

But what if you want to be one of those celebrities (名人) who have helpers carrying all their bags and doing all their chores? A robot called Budgee can help.

Budgee, made by 5 Elements Robotics, is literally a basket on wheels.It is designed to help elderly and disabled people, or simply anyone who doesn’t have enough arms for grocery bags, Wired magazine reported.It can carry up to 22.7 kg of items.

To make Budgee follow them, its owner will have to wear a small device and use an app to set the distance between themselves and the robot.Budgee even sends a text message when it can’t keep up with its owner.

“I want you to look at the robot like he’s your buddy, he’s your friend. There’s a relationship you develop with the robot,” Wendy Roberts, CEO of 5 Elements Robotics, told gigaom.com.

It might not be quite the same as robotic assistants we’ve seen in movies such as Disney’s Wall-E, where robots cater for our every need, but that idea doesn’t seem quite so far-fetched now.

【1】The drone developed by a US-based company can ________.

A. fly around you and take videos from above

B. decide who to put in the center of the frame

C. be used to take pictures and make phone calls

D. keep working for 15 minutes in any conditions

【2】According to the article, Budgee is most likely to be targeted at ________.

A. staff in supermarkets

B. elderly and disabled people

C. those who love action sports

D. celebrities who need a close buddy

【3】The main purpose of the article is to ________.

A. tell the reader about two new types of robots

B. urge people to buy the drone and Budgee

C. call on people to develop relationships with robots

D. analyze why the two types of robots can lead a trend

25、Cruz Genet, 11, and Anthony Skop-ick, 10, couldn’t agree. Were the birds out on the ice ducks or geese? So on a _________ January evening last year, the two friends ventured onto the _________ pond near their homes, to get a better look. First they tossed a rock onto the ice to _________ it. Then they stepped on it. _________ the ice would hold their weight, Anthony took a few steps, then…FOOMP. He crashed through the _________ frozen surface. “There was no sound, no crack,” he recalled, “I just fell through instantly”. Cruz _________ to help his panicked friend. FOOMP-the pond. _________ him too.

The boys were up to their necks in icy water and quickly losing feeling in their limbs. Any chance of their _________ themselves was slipping away. Cruz was sure he was going to die. Anthony’s older sister was nearby and started screaming for help.

John Lavin, a _________ driving nearby on his way home, heard her. He quickly __________. Seeing the boys, he grabbed a nearby buoy (救生圈), __________ off his shoes, and ran into the slushy (融雪的) water, chopping his way through the ice with his free __________.

Lavin made his way to Cruz and Anthony and hauled (拉) them back to land. When in hospital, doctors discovered that their five-minute __________ in the water had lowered their body __________ nearly ten degrees.

Fortunately, the boys have fully recovered, though they are still a little awestruck by their __________ neighbour. “Just to think,” says Cruz, “If he weren’t there, we could have died.”

【1】

A．beautiful

B．chilly

C．quiet

D．dark

【2】

A．big

B．shallow

C．muddy

D．frozen

【3】

A．break

B．test

C．drop

D．abandon

【4】

A．Convinced

B．Informed

C．Warned

D．Engaged

【5】

A．totally

B．seemingly

C．simply

D．normally

【6】

A．rushed

B．managed

C．decided

D．moved

【7】

A．dominated

B．occupied

C．soaked

D．swallowed

【8】

A．exporting

B．freeing

C．recovering

D．spotting

【9】

A．seaman

B．police

C．neighbour

D．relative

【10】

A．pulled over

B．went through

C．took on

D．made up

【11】

A．put

B．got

C．hurried

D．kicked

【12】

A．foot

B．mouth

C．fist

D．leg

【13】

A．stay

B．attempt

C．battle

D．performance

【14】

A．position

B．weight

C．temperature

D．mass

【15】

A．graceful

B．demanding

C．fearless

D．honest

26、假定你是李华，你校英文报正在开展以“Thanks for Teachers”为主题的征文活动。请你结合自身经历，用英文写一篇短文，介绍你做过的一件感恩老师的事。要点包括：

1.事情的起因；

2.事情的经过；

3.你的感受或启示。

注意：

1.词数80左右；

2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

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