1、河北正定中学高二期末试卷英语（试卷总分：150分，考试时间：120分钟）注意事项：1答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在本试卷和答题卡相应位置。2回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案书写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。3考试结束后，将答题卡和试卷交回。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
2、对话仅读一遍。1.How might the weather be this afternoon?A. Sunny.B. Windy.C. Stormy.2.What does the woman recycle?A. Plastic.B. Glass. C. Paper.3.What is probably the man?A.A doctor.B.A professor. C. A hairdresser.4.What does the woman ask the man to do?A. Do some cleaning.B .Have a beach party. C. Look fo
3、r part-time work.5.Where does the conversation take place?A. At Pepis Pizza.B. On the phone.C. At home.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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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，各个小题将给出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.Why does the man like hiking?
4、A. He can get close to nature.B. He can meet wild animals.C. He can make some friends.7.How far will the man walk a day on average?A. 3 miles.B.10 miles.C.30 miles.听下面一段对话，回答第8至10题。8.Why is the man moving to New York?A. To enjoy the city life.B. To visit his friends.C. To find a better job.9.How old
5、 is the man?A.19 years old.B.29 years old.C.39 years old.10.What does the man plan to do after he retires?A. Travel around the world.B .Go back to his hometown.C. Work on environmental protection.听下面一段对话，回答第11至13题。11.What films do the speakers both like?A. Comedies.B. Crime films.C. Mystery films.12
6、.What does the man think of horror films?A. Exciting.B. Horrible.C. Stupid.13.What do the speakers decide to do?A .Read an evening paper.B. Make a phone call.C. Watch TV.听下面一段对话，回答第14至16题。14.What are the speakers doing?A. Revising a report.B. Designing a logo.C. Discussing computer skills.15.What is
7、 the second suggestion the woman mentioned?A. Putting the logo on each page.B. Highlighting the headings.C. Restating the reasons clearly.16.How does the woman find the pictures?A. Ugly. B. Unnecessary.C. Wonderful. 听下面一段对话，回答第17至20题。17.What color is the birds head?A. A little blue. B. Totally green
8、.C. Mostly red.18.Why is the speaker worried about his bird?A. He wont survive on his own.B. He refuses to eat anything.C. He has a broken wing.19.In what season did the bird get lost?A. Autumn. B. Winter.C. Summer.20.What should people do if they hear the bird?A. Shout the birds name.B. Tell the sp
9、eaker right away.C. Stand still till the bird comes.第二部分 阅读理解(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。AA Look at Some Greatest BookstoresAnother Country Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany. Another Country is an English Language second hand bookshop which is mostly used as a li
10、brary. They have about 20, 000 books that you can buy or borrow. Some regular events are held at the shop, such as readings, cultural events, social evenings and film nights.Atlantis Books Oia, Santorini, Greece. Atlantis Books is an independent bookshop on the island of Santorini, Greece. It was fo
11、unded in 2004 by a group of friends from Cyprus, England, and the United States. Throughout the year it has hosted literary festivals, film screenings, book readings, and good old fashioned dance parties.Barts Books Ojai, California. U. S. A. “The Worlds Greatest Outdoor Bookstore”, a bookstore foun
12、ded by Richard Bartinsdale in 1964. Shelves of books face the street, and regular customers are asked to drop coins into the doors coin box to pay for any books they take whenever the store is closed.Adrian Harrington since 1971. Rare books: rare first editions; leather bound sets and general antiqu
13、arian(古玩). Address: 64a Kensington Church Street, Kensington, London, England, UK. Corso Como Bookshop Milan, Italy. Extensive selection of publication on art architecture, design graphics and fashion, along with a strong emphasis on photography. It was founded in 1990 in Milan, Italy, by Carla Sozz
14、amil.The Bookworm China. A bookshop, library, bar, restaurant and event space, now with four divisions in three cities Beijing, Suzhou and Chengdu. The interconnecting rooms with floor-to-ceiling books on every wall are light and airy in summer, yet warm and comfortable in winter.21. What can you do
15、 in Atlantis Books?A. Enjoy rare books. B. Learn photography. C. Attend a festival. D. Buy books anytime.22. Which bookstore has the longest history?A. Barts Books. B. Atlantis Books. C. Adrian Harrington. D. Corso Como Bookshop.23. How is The Bookworm different from the others?A. It is used as a li
16、brary.B. It focuses on photography.C. It hosts all sorts of activities. D. It has branches in different cities.BAs summer approaches, many kids and teenagers may find that they have more time in hand. One great way to make use of the extra time is to go on an adventure and travel. Clearly, I am not
17、a naturally adventurous person, but I have found that taking the risk and challenging myself to explore and travel to unfamiliar places can be a very rewarding experience.Because I am usually quite busy during the school year, most of my travels take place during the summer. Over the past few summer
18、s, I have hiked in the Grand Canyon, explored Niagara Falls, and camped out in upstate New York. Although these experiences are varied, they are similar in that they instill (灌输) a sense of appreciation for nature and a more balanced view on life. When I hiked in the Grand Canyon, for example, I was
19、 in awe(敬畏) of the geological influences that shaped the canyon.Adventures, of course, are not limited to hiking. There are many other choices, such as camping, volunteering in a foreign environment and travelling to different countries. In my opinion, adventures are more enjoyable with family or a
20、few friends. There is a sense of bonding that one only gets through spending time together in outdoor adventures. For example, when I was in Boy Scouts, I often went on weekend camping trips with my friends. When I came back from a Boy Scouts camping trip, I often was eager to go outside more and ex
21、plore the parks and nature around me.Next fall, I will attend college. In the meantime though, I hope to make the most of my summer to explore and travel. Now, I am planning on hiking and camping out in Maine.When I visited Maine last fall, I was amazed by how beautiful it was and the tall trees and
22、 coasts that exist, and I really hope to enjoy the beauty of nature there this summer.24. We can learn from the first paragraph about the author? A. He is an adventurous person by natureB. He likes challenging himself by travelling C. He enjoys travelling with other adventurers D. He needs others he
23、lp when going on an adventure25.Which of the following can make peoples adventure more enjoyable according to the author？A. Going to different countries.B. Going to unfamiliar places. C. Travelling with their family or friends.D. Travelling to distant places by themselves.26.What will the author do
24、this summer？A. Explore Niagara Falls.B. Hike in the Grand Canyons.C. Camp out in upstate New York.D. Hike and camp out in Maine.27. Who is probably the author?A. A high school student. B. A college student. C. A friendly guide. D. A warm-hearted teacher.CWatching what you eat can be easier said than
25、 done, but a recent study shows it might not just be about whats on your plateit could be about how quickly it disappears. Japanese researchers followed 1, 083 adults for five years, splitting them into three categories based on how quickly they ate: slow, normal, and fast. They also answered a ques
26、tionnaire at the beginning of the study, sharing their diet, physical activity, and medical history. In the beginning, none of the volunteers had metabolic syndrome (新陈代谢综合征) meaning at least three risk factorswhich can lead to health problems like heart conditions and diabetes.When the participants
27、 reported back five years later, 84 had been diagnosed (诊断) with metabolic syndrometheir eating speed was a major predictor, according to the results in the journal Circulation. The fast eaters were 89 percent more likely to have metabolic syndrome than slow and normal eaters. Just 2.3 percent of sl
28、ow eaters received the diagnosis, compared to 11. 6 percent of normal eaters. But thats not all. Fast eaters also saw more weight gain, larger waistlines, and higher blood sugar levels than slow eaters.The researchers say gobbling makes it easier not to take notice of fullness before your body has a
29、 chance to signal you to stop. “So when people eat fast they are more likely to overeat,” said Takayuki Yamaji, MD, study author and cardiologist at Hiroshima University in Japan in a statement.Previous research backs up the weight benefits of slow eating, too. One study of New Zealand women found f
30、ast eaters have higher body- mass indexes (指数), and a Chinese study found that both healthy and fat men ate less when told to chew 40 times instead of 15 times before swallowing. Initial research even suggests chewing your food longer could burn more caloriesup to about 1, 000 extra every month.28.
31、What are the participants divided by?A. Medical history. B. Health condition. C. Physical activity. D. Eating speed.29. Which may be the result of the study?A. Fast eaters are 4 times more likely to have metabolic syndrome.B. Normal and slow eaters don t have metabolic illness.C. 89% of fast eaters
32、have higher blood pressure.D. Slow eaters are healthier than fast eaters.30. What does the underlined word “gobbling” in Paragraph 4 mean?A. Tasting slowly. B. Digesting quickly. C. Eating greedily. D. Cooking carefully.31. What does the last paragraph tell us?A. The importance of eating speed. B. T
33、he advantage of eating slowly.C. The result of a Chinese study. D. Fast eating and overeating.DIn June, 2021, a group of students from eight high schools in Winnipeg, the capital of Canadas Manitoba province, will begin test-launching (试发射) a satellite the size of a Rubiks cube.The one-kilogram Win-
34、Cube satellite, named for its home city and its shape, will be put into low orbit. Once in space, it can perform for a few months or up to several years, communicating information that could help find the signs of earthquakes.There are 80 similar satellite projects worldwide, but this is the first h
35、igh-school based program of its kind in Canada. 30 Manitoba high school students are having a hand in designing and building the satellite, in cooperation with aerospace (航空航天的) experts and 10 students from the University of Manitoba, and with support from two other organizations.The Win-Cube projec
36、t is not something that goes on a piece of paper; it is real-world engineering, allowing high school students to have an opportunity to learn more about the exciting world of engineering through their participation in this challenging program. It is also taken as a wonderful example of the unique pa
37、rtnerships within Manitoba. Designing, building and launching a satellite with high-school participation will bring this world-class educational project into reality and Manitoba closer to space“These Manitoba high school students deserve congratulations for their enthusiasm, innovation (创新), and a
38、strong love for discovery,” said Education, Citizenship and Youth Minister Peter Bjomson. “We want to make science more relevant, interesting and attractive to high school students by showing them how classroom studies can relate to practical experience in the workplace or, in this case, in space,”
39、Bjomson added.The Win-Cube program is mainly aimed at inspiring a strong desire for discovery on the part of the students. It also shows Manitobas devotion to research and innovation and the development of a skilled workforceall important drivers of knowledge-based economic growth.32. What can we le
40、arn from Mr. Bjomson? .A. Those Manitoba high school students are worth praising.B. The study of space can be practically made in classrooms.C. Manitoba high schools are famous for the study of space.D. Scientific research is too far away from high school students.33. What is the primary purpose of
41、the project ? .A. To find the early signs of earthquakes.B. To relate studies to practical.C. To help high school students study real-world engineering.D. To inspire a strong desire for discovery among the students.34. According to the passage, what can we know about the Win-Cube satellite? .A. It i
42、s named after Manitoba and its shape.B. It is intended for international communication.C. It is designed like a Rubiks cube both in shape and size.D. It is challenged by university students around the world.35. What may be the best title for the passage?A. Manitoba School B. Win-Cube ProgramC. Space
43、 Co-operation D. Satellite Launching第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Rules for proper gift givingWhen you are planning to give a gift, it is important to think about the receiver. As the gift is for the other person, it should be suitable for his or her particular p
44、ersonality. Is he or she a family member or a close friend? 36 These are valuable things to keep in mind when choosing the right gift for someone.At a dinner party, it is usually proper to show up with some sort of gratitude(感谢) for the host. 37 This type of gift does not have to be expensive. It ju
45、st needs to be something that can serve as a sign of appreciation. This can be done in the form of flowers or a bottle of wine.When someone gives you a gift, you generally want to give one in return. 38 There are situations where people give gifts and do not expect anything in return. This occurs wh
46、en you are celebrating your birthday or graduation. If you receive gifts from your friends, then just a thank-you note will be enough.When in a situation where you have received something expensive and are expected to give one in return, many people feel pressured to give a gift of greater or equal
47、value to the one that was gifted to them. However, it is important to distance yourself from these assumptions. 39 Well, what should you do when you have forgotten to send a gift? It happens to all of us. Whether it is a family members birthday or a friends graduation ceremony, forgetting to give a
48、gift is awkward. So, it can be difficult to find the right way to make up for forgetfulness. However, before you begin to panic, know that a late gift is better than no gift. 40 A. However, this is not always the case.B. Do you have to give a gift to your friends?C. Gifts should be tied to meaning i
49、nstead of dollar value.D. In Eastern cultures, gifts are given before the guest leaves.E. Does he or she enjoy big gifts or prefer a bunch of flowers?F. So, send your gift with an apologetic note and all should be forgiven.G. They have invited you over to their home and that should be acknowledged.第
50、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。I have learned a lot from being a taxi driver. Ive been in the 41 for many years, and I know there is a lot about it that is not so 42 . Taxi drivers have to be tough to 43 the New York traffic eight hours a day. Becau
51、se taxi drivers are tough, people get the wrong 44 that they are bad. However, you can read in the 45 almost every week that taxi drivers 46 the things people left in their cabs. Once I found a ring in my cab. I remembered helping a lady with a lot of baggage that day, so I went back where I had 47
52、her off. It took me almost two days to find her so as to 48 the ring. I didnt get as much as “ 49 ”. Still, I felt good because I had done what was right. People ask me about the 50 . As far as I know, 51 everyone will give you something. You know most Americans are pretty 52 . I always try to be ni
53、ce to everyone, whether they tip or not. I try to 53 others the way I want to be treated. I have been trying this for a long time, and the longer I try, the 54 it gets. Up till now, I still hold the view that 55 is one of the greatest qualities of people.41. A. project B. department C. business D. o
54、rganization42. A. good B. helpful C. bad D. advisable43. A. cut B. fight C. avoid D. enjoy44. A. fact B. truth C. theory D. impression45. A. book B. magazine C. newspaper D. advertisement46. A. take out B. bring in C. set aside D. turn in47. A. seen B. dropped C. knocked D. set48. A. buy B. return C
55、. repair D. find49. A. Thank you B. Im sorry C. It doesnt matter D. With pleasure50. A. roads B. passengers C. places D. tips51. A. actually B. certainly C. gradually D. especially52. A. successful B. generous C. serious D. independent53. A. pay B. follow C. treat D. entertain54. A. easier B. harder
56、 C. smaller D. clearer 55. A. curiosity B. confidence C. modesty D. honesty 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。Did you grow up in one culture, your parents came from another, and you are now living in a 56 (total) different country? If so, then you are a third-culture kid.The
57、 term “third-culture kid” 57 (use) in the 1960s for the first time by Dr. Ruth. She first came across this phenomenon while 58 (research) North American children living in India. In general, third-culture kids benefit 59 their intercultural experience and they often reach excellent academic results.
58、Yet many 60 (difficulty) may arise from this phenomenon. Third-culture kids may not be able to adapt 61 (they) completely to their new surroundings. Also, they often find it hard 62 (develop) new friendship. Additionally, for a third-culture kid, it is often 63 (easy) to move to a new country than t
59、o return to his homeland. For example, after living in Australia for many years, Louis finally returned to the country 64 she was born. She didnt know anything about current TV shows 65 fashion trends. And she didnt share the same values as other teens of her age. 第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分) 第一节(满分15分)生活中，每
60、个人都会遇到各种各样的挑战。请你以 “How I meet challenges”为题，为班级英语角写一篇短文，分享你是如何应对挑战的，内容包括：1. 你的挑战是什么；2. 你是如何用应对的；3. 你的体会。注意：1.词数80左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。 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。I was excited as I walked into the classroom. Today was my birthday! I set down the box of treats I had brought for
61、the class. Birthdays were a big deal in our classroom. The birthday person brought treats for the class, and he or she got to choose someone our teacher called the birthday helper to pass them out. My friends, Andrea, Crystal and I had talked about choosing each other on our birthdays. I still hadnt
62、 decided which of my two best friends I was going to choose. I knew both of them were expecting me to pick them, but I just couldnt decide. I didnt want either one of them to be mad at me. A loud shout stopped my thoughts. “Hi, April!” shouted Lisa. No one liked Lisa. She had dirty hair that looked
63、like it always needed to be washed. The kids made fun of her a lot. She annoyed me sometimes, too, but I tried to be nice to her. “Did you bring treats today?” “Yes,” I answered. “Today is my birthday!” Lisas parents were divorced(离婚的）, and her dad gave her and her mom lots of problems. Lisa once to
64、ld me that I was the only friend she had. At times I felt embarrassed to hang out with her, but she never seemed to notice when I didnt want her around. The bell rang, and we quickly went to our seats. Our teacher, Mrs. Doughty, started class, and I pushed aside my thoughts. The rest of the morning
65、flew by, and soon it was time for the lunch break.Mrs. Doughty announced that today was my birthday. I forced a smile, but my stomach turned over. I retrieved(取回）my cupcakes at the back of the room and slowly went to stand beside Mrs. Doughty. I didnt know what to do! Should I choose Andrea or Cryst
66、al? Then Lisa caught my attention. “No one ever chooses me on their birthday!” she said loudly. Her face looked so sad. I saw the hurt she felt from the rejection(嫌弃）she constantly faced from our classmates. 注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。Paragraph 1:Suddenly, I knew my decision. _ _Just
67、before I rushed out to catch the bus after school, Lisa stopped me. 河北正定中学高二期末试卷英语答案听力：15CBCAB 610ABCCB 1115CCBAB 1620CCAAB阅读：21-23CAD 24-27BCDA 28-31 DDCB 32-35 ADCB 36-40 EGACF完形：41-45 CABDC 46-50 DBBAD 51-55ABCAD语篇填空：56. totally 57. was used 58. researching 59. from 60. difficulties 61. themselve
68、s 62. to develop 63. easier 64. where 65. orOne possible version:How I meet challengesWhen it comes to challenges, I think of how I made efforts to improve my physics. When in Grade 8, I had great difficulty learning physics. I found out it was because I always thought it was so difficult that I sel
69、dom studied it seriously. Then I devoted myself to the study of physics. I prepared my lessons carefully before class, listened attentively in class and turned to my teacher whenever I had a question after class. Finally, I made great progress. As the saying goes, “Nothing is impossible for a willin
70、g heart.” If you always try hard, you can meet any challenge. One possible version： Suddenly, I knew my decision. I told Mrs. Doughty that Lisa would be my birthday helper. Lisas eyes were wide with surprise. She looked at me, with her mouth open. “Really?” she asked in a low voice. I smiled brightl
71、y and nodded. Lisa got out of her seat and rushed to my side. She looked so proud to stand beside me as we passed out the treats. I saw my two best friends angry looks from across the room. I knew they were mad, but I knew I had done the right thing.Just before I rushed out to catch the bus after sc
72、hool, Lisa stopped me. Her face brightened with happiness. She threw her arms around my neck and hugged me “April, you are the best friend Ive ever had!” she told me. All I could do was smile and hug her back. I felt so good inside! As I watched Lisa run down the hall, happiness filled my heart. Thi
73、s had turned out to be a wonderful birthday after all. 听力原文Text 1W: Well, it looks like the sun is finally coming out. I think Ill go swimming.M: Youd better hurry. I hear they are calling for thunderstorms this afternoon.Text 2W: What kind of things do you recycle, Aron？M: Well, almost everythinggl
74、ass, paper, plastic How about you？W: I only recycle glass.Text 3M: Hi! Love to see you again！W: Me, too. I need your advice. My hair is unhealthy. Its also fallen down.M: You must use conditioner to maintain your hair healthy. OK, now Ill wash your hair and put on some conditioner.Text 4W:Kevin, let
75、s go to the beach！M: A beach party again？Im tired of it.W: No. There is community work. We need to help clean up the beach.Text 5W: Pepis Pizza. How can I help you？M: Hi. Id like to order a pizza please.W: Okay. Ill have to transfer your call to our take-out department. One moment please.Text 6W: Ha
76、ve you got any plans for the weekend, Tom？M: Yes. Im going for a hike around Qinghai Lake.W: Oh, do you go hiking often？M: I go as much as I can. I love hiking, because I can really get in touch with nature.W: It would be nice to get out of the city. Do you want some company？M: Sure. But it will be
77、a long hike. 30 miles in 3 days. Have you been hiking before？W: Yeah, I go a lot too. I saw a bear and a lion on my last hike.M: Wow, you must have been pretty far away from the city.W: Yeah, my friend and I hiked to a very wild park in the national forest.Text 7W: Paul, you are moving to New York？M
78、: Yeah.W: Why？M: Because I want to change the working environment. Maybe I can find a more suitable job there.W: But you have worked here for 19 years. Do you have any friends there？M: No, but I can make friends there.W: Are you afraid of moving to such a big city, especially as you have lived in a
79、small village for 39 years from the day you were born？M: Not really. Ill enjoy myself.W: Will you come back someday？M: Of course. I plan to come back here when I retire.Text 8M: Do you feel like going to the cinema？ W: Oh, yes. What kind of films do you like？ M: Well, I like all sorts of films, but
80、my favorite sorts are those like Star Wars. You know, the fantasy, special effect ones where you can escape into another world. I also like mystery films. Do you like mystery films？W: Yes, but I dont like horror films because they really give me nightmares.M: I dont like horror films either. Theyre
81、sort of stupid and unbelievable. I do like crime films, you know, where you can follow the detective and try to guess who the murderer is. W: What about a comedy or musical？ M: Im not interested. W: What about ringing up the ABC and find out whats on? Then we can decide.M: OK. Thats definitely the b
82、est thing we ought to do because I havent got an evening paper.Text 9M: Hi. Could you give me a hand with this report？W: Sure. Id be happy to give you some advice.M: Thanks. Would you mind taking a look at the layout(设计)? Do you think its appropriate? I want it to be formal, but not boring to look a
83、t.W: It looks good to me. I would suggest that you put the clients logo and our logo on each page. The bosses seem to like that.M: Thats an excellent suggestion. I can easily do it on the computer.W: Why dont you use a different font(字体) for the headings? Theyll be more distinct.M: Ill take that sug
84、gestion too. How about the content？W: I think youve included all the essential things. You might want to make the conclusion a little longer. Restate your reasons clearly.M: Is it OK to include the pictures？W: Definitely! I would include one or two on each page if possible. Remember you should make
85、the report as eye-catching as possible.M: Thanks for those ideas. Ill get to work on them right away.Text 10M: Ive lost my pet bird. If anyone sees my bird flying around the neighbour, please call me at 347-8399. Hes about ten inches high with bright green feathers. His tail has some blue feathers i
86、n it, and his head is mostly red. Hes a very nice bird, and his name is Pauly. Im very sad that he flew away. I had cut the ends of his wing feathers so he couldnt fly, but they grew back(重新长出) quickly. Im afraid that he wont be able to find enough to eat, because hes not a wild bird. Also, winter i
87、s coming soon. He might die when the weather gets colder. Please help me find him! Keep your eyes and ears open! You might not see him, but you will definitely hear his loud call. If you think you might have heard him, please call me right away. Tell me where you were when you heard him, and Ill go there. I will call his name. If hes anywhere nearby, he will definitely fly back to me. I trained him since he was a very young bird, and hes my best friend!
