高河中学2024年秋高二12月月考英语试题
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
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。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What is the woman going to buy for Maria
A. A ring. B. A T-shirt. C. A handbag.
2. What does the woman probably want to be after graduation
A. A doctor. B. A reporter. C. An architect.
3. Why does the man talk to the woman
A. To offer an invitation. B. To make a holiday plan. C. To recommend a gift.
4. What does the man do every day now
A. He goes jogging. B. He plays tennis. C. He has a walk.
5. Where are the speakers probably
A. At a hotel. B. At a bookstore. C. At a ticket office.
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。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，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers probably talking about
A. A concert. B. A football match. C. A dance competition.
7. How did the woman feel about the event
A. Excited. B. Disappointed. C. Worried.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. When will the interview take place
A. This Tuesday. B. This Friday. C. Next Monday.
9. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Do more preparation. B. Have a good rest. C. Arrive early for the interview.
10. What does the man offer to do for the woman
A. Help her research the company.
B. Send her the company's website.
C. Give her some interview questions.
听第8段材料，回答第11 至13 题。
11. Why did the desk clerk fail to find the man's booking at first
A. There was a system error.
B. He provided the wrong name.
C. The clerk checked the wrong dates.
12. What did the man dislike about the room
A. The view. B. The price. C. The size.
13. What problem did the man face at the business meeting
A. Cultural differences. B. Technical difficulties. C. Language challenges.
听第9段材料，回答第14 至16题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. School friends. C. Brother and sister.
15. What does the man plan to do first this summer
A. Work on a farm. B. Tour around Australia. C. Pass the driving test.
16. Why does the woman want to go to Germany
A. To practice German. B. To explore the cities. C. To enjoy the culture.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Who is the speaker probably talking to
A. College students. B. Community residents. C. International tourists.
18. How long will the festival last
A. About 10 days. B. About 15 days. C. About 20 days.
19. How can the listeners join the classes
A. By doing volunteer work. B. By donating some money. C. By promoting the festival.
20. What weekly events can the listeners enjoy
A. Art shows. B. Film showings. C. Sports nights.
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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
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What’s Happening at Cheshire Library in September
Movie Matinees Are Back!
September l , 1:00pm: The Polar Express (2004)
September 7, 1:00pm: The Darjeeling Limited (2007)
We’re bringing our Movie Matinees back, and this month there’s trouble on a train! This is a drop-in program, no registration e by for a movie on the big screen!
Art Journaling with Megan Jeffery
September 8, 6:30-8:00pm
Learn how you can get started in documenting your life with art journaling in this engaging workshop led by illustrator Megan Jeffery. Participants will create their own journaling cards using a variety of supplies. Space is limited, so registration is required.
The Humane Gardener: Nancy Lawson (Online)
September 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Join author Nancy Lawson as our special guest speaker in an online presentation related to her book The Humane Gardener: Nurturing a Backyard Habitat for Wildlife, which explains the importance of coexisting with the local wildlife. Registration required to receive a Zoom link one hour before the start of the program.
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
September 20, 10:00-10:45am
A program for preschoolers to learn through talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing! For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Registration: Cheshire residents may register beginning on September 6. Non-residents may register starting on September 13.
21．What is special about the movie-watching program
A．It is held on a train. B．It is an online program.
C．It includes hands-on activities. D．It requires no advance registration.
22．What should participants do before joining the presentation by Nancy Lawson
A．Click a Zoom link. B．Read her latest book.
C．Bring their own art supplies. D．Submit an art journaling card.
23．Who are most likely interested in the Sept. 20 program
A．Movie lovers. B．Gardeners. C．Preschoolers’ parents. D．Artists.
B
It was the men’s skating finals of the Winter Olympics when I was 16. Someday I’d be in the Olympics. In fact, it was my dream.
That night I lay on our living room floor excitedly watching the battle between the Brians: American Brian Boitano facing Brian Orser in Canada. Both of them had been world champions. Both of them deserved to win. Naturally I was for Brian Boitano, a northern Californian like me. We had skated on the same ice. I held my breath in amazement. Boitano performed successfully. The gold medal! I jumped in the air when his score went up.
But what happened next is what I’ll never forget. Brian Boitano sat in front of the camera with his coach, surrounded by a group of journalists. He was talking about his career and his medal, talking to the whole world. A terrible sinking feeling went through me. I could never be in the Olympics, I thought. I could not talk in public like that. Just the idea of a press conference terrified me.
I loved skating partly because I didn’t have to talk. I could express myself with my jumps and dances better. I didn’t have to stand up and give a speech like some teachers expected. I could feel the blood rush to my face if I thought a teacher was going to call me. I stared at my shoes. I was sure I’d make a fool of myself.
The next day I was at the rink (溜冰场)as usual. I was practising a combination of jumps that had once seemed impossible. I worked very hard the next few years — on the ice and especially off. After journalists talked to me and although my heart pounded every time I spoke to them, I got to know them. They became familiar faces. And they got to know me. So when my big moment came four years after Brians, I was ready. Sometimes I think my biggest accomplishment was not winning the gold but talking to the press afterwards. When you do the thing you fear most, you put an end to fear.
Fear can stop you dead in your tracks. Fear can kill a dream. What are you afraid of What scares you more than anything else This year, walk right up to it and conquer it, step by step.
24．What information can we get from the second paragraph
A．The author lived a hard life. B．The author comes from Canada.
C．The author once skated with Orser. D．The author wished Boitano to win the match
25．What is one of the reasons why the author liked skating according to the passage
A．She could build up her body to be healthier.
B．It could help her to get closer to her idol.
C．She could better express herself with body language.
D．The possibility of her being a world champion was great.
26．What the author felt the most satisfied with is that ____.
A．She lived up to her coaches expectations
B．She became a world champion as planned
C．She managed to overcome her inner fear eventually
D．She handled the balance between her career and life
27．What does the author mainly want to tell us
A．Face a fear bravely. B．Practice makes perfect.
C．Bad times make a good man. D．Failure is the mother of success.
C
Humans feed thousands of songs to AI (人工智能). And it is able to analyse the basic information and recognize patterns that can be used to create original music. Such AI-created music is similar to those that any musician might compose.
Recently, an AI-powered system, the Flow Machines, has released a song Daddy’s Car. This system is able to analyse the composers’ original ideas and come up with more ideas to assist them in composing. The system tries to combine the human mind with AI.
Another great invention is Jukedeck, which works very easily. In order to create a new piece, the user just needs to select items like the desired music style (folk, rock, etc.) and the mood (sad or happy). After a few seconds, AI provides a piece of music for the user to download. Each user can create music tailored to his or her interest.
Some musicians use AI to achieve what they could not do on their own. For example, Yacht, an American pop group, has used AI to break out of their comfort zone and try to create something different from their previous songs. Soon they have their new album, which contains 10 songs, all of which are very popular.
The development of AI technology also comes with some concerns. Some human composers fear that their work might be replaced by a machine. Some others are worried about music itself and the music industry, as AI is now able to create music more and more similar to human-composed music.
Faced with this challenge, on one hand, human musicians need to remain creative; on the other hand, they should understand how to use these new tools to explore new frontiers. Perhaps the future role of the human musicians will be to focus on emotions, leaving the machines to take care of other procedures.
28．What is the new development about AI in the text
A．Its progress in replacing humans. B．Its ability in music composing.
C．Its influence on human emotions. D．Its focus on changing human mind.
29．Why could Yacht create the popular new album
A．Because they stuck to their former music style.
B．Because they went beyond themselves with AI.
C．Because they put in more than ten original songs.
D．Because they insisted on composing by themselves.
30．What is the last paragraph mainly about
A．Problems about AI composing. B．Limitations of AI technology.
C．Challenges for human composers. D．Suggestions to human musicians.
31．Which word best describes the author’s attitude toward AI technology
A．Objective. B．Doubtful. C．Uncaring D．Confused.
D
Just like happiness and sadness, anxiety is part of everyone’s lived experience—but it’s not always tolerated as such. “People often spend too much time and effort trying to rid anxiety,” says Dr. Joel Minden, a clinical psychologist. “I encourage them to remember that anxiety is a normal emotional response.”
If you try to banish anxiety, all you’re doing is putting it more at the forefront of your mind. But if you accept anxiety as part of life, you can learn to relate to it with self-pity or even with humour. This is a cornerstone of acceptance and commitment therapy(ACT), which has been gaining clinical validation, including by the American Psychological Association. ACT guides people to see their unpleasant emotions as just feelings and to accept that parts of life are hard. Sufferers are encouraged to begin a dialogue with anxious thoughts, examining their causes while also keeping in mind their personal goals and values.
This way of relating to anxiety has been a powerful strategy for John Bateman, the 52-year-old host of the podcast Our Anxiety Stories. When negative thoughts arise, he acknowledges them but doesn’t let them drive his decisions. Over the years, Bateman has noticed that if he submits to his thoughts, they don’t go away but dramatically increase. But if he recognizes them for what they are, just a passing thought and not a fact that needs to be acted on, they gradually go away.
Learning to live with anxiety is an individual process and one that requires trial and error to get just right. While acceptance is the first and most important step to take, some lifestyle changes have been proven to take the edge off, as well. Since tiredness, increased tension and stress leave us much easier to fall into anxiety, a well-balanced diet, sufficient rest and, especially, regular exercise can help us manage it better.
32．What may Dr. Joel Minden agree about anxiety
A．It is often improperly treated. B．It should be seriously taken.
C．It is easily-earned experience. D．It goes hand in hand with joy.
33．What does the underlined word “banish” in Paragraph 2 probably mean
A．Identify. B．Hide. C．Control D．Overlook.
34．Why does the author mention John Bateman in Paragraph 3
A．To explain a strategy. B．To describe a phenomenon.
C．To introduce a public figure. D．To present a successful case.
35．What is suggested to cope with anxiety in the last part
A．Concentrating on the process. B．Making lifestyle adjustments.
C．Avoiding exposure to pressure. D．Learning to get things in place.
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填入空白处的最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How much time does it take you to sleep, eat and commute every day 36 That case, time is limited for you to do other meaningful things. Managing your time effectively, therefore, becomes a matter of critical importance. Here are many things you can do.
Work out a plan in advance.
37 This will give you a measure of control over what is going to happen. Whether it is a planner that you stick on the wall or a calendar app on your smartphone, finding an organizing tool that works well for you is essential. Then, record all important events such as exams, projects and rehearsals, so that you can prepare accordingly.
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This is about the skill of organization. It refers to arranging your personal space at home. So when doing your homework, you are in a tidy place, free from distractions. This includes putting away your mobile phone until you have finished everything that needs to be done.
Prioritize (优先考虑) what needs doing.
There is only a limited amount of time in a day, and even with good planning and organization, it is not always possible to complete everything that needs to be done. In such circumstances, you will have to decide which task should be completed first. You should classify the activities on the basis of their urgency and importance. 39 Then you can focus on your objective and stick to it.
Once you start taking little steps every day to plan, organize and prioritize the activities you intend to devote your energy, skills and talents to, you can spare more time to stay with family and friends, pursue a hobby or work on personal development. 40
A．Create favourable conditions.
B．This classification is your ultimate goal.
C．Balancing them is really a challenge for you.
D．This classification will help determine your priority.
E．Think about upcoming events and make a to-do list.
F．These basic activities take up an enormous part of your day.
G．You will end up reaping (收获) the rewards of time management.
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节完形填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项 (A 、B 、C 和 D )中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
It was just an ordinary workday for Evoni Williams, an 18-year-old employee at Waffle House in La Marque, Texas. The place was 41 , as usual, with a continuous 42 of customers coming in and out. Then, a 78-year-old customer reached out to her asking for help with his 43 . The customer, who lived 44 from family support, had difficulty using his hands, so he was unable to cut his food.
Despite the restaurant being packed with customers and many tasks at hand, Evoni didn’t 45 -she helped the man. Little did she know that her act of kindness was 46 by another customer, Laura Wolf, who found the scene 47 . Laura shared this heartwarming story online, and it quickly spread over the Internet, 48 the hearts of many.
What Evoni regarded as just a simple action was, in fact, a significant gesture that 49 her for a brighter future. Her kindness caught the attention of Texas Southern University, which awarded her with a $16,000 scholarship. It was reported that Evoni was working at the restaurant to raise money for 50 , and the university’s recognition was absent from her 51 , making it an unexpected blessing.
In an interview, Evoni said she did nothing 52 . The thought has 53 that she’s really kind and that helping others is something she does 54 and something she’s used to. Nowadays, with everyone 55 their own tasks, Evoni’s action to stop and help stood out.
It makes sense that her kindness story resonated (引起共鸣) widely.
41．A．busy B．quiet C．dirty D．warm
42．A．gathering B．block C．series D．flow
43．A．hand B．food C．ticket D．card
44．A．distant B．different C．tired D．safe
45．A．answer B．worry C．hesitate D．promise
46．A．criticized B．stopped C．adapted D．noticed
47．A．incredible B．cruel C．upset D．desperate
48．A．confusing B．amusing C．touching D．frightening
49．A．labeled B．positioned C．caught D．entertained
50．A．restaurants B．charity C．students D．college
51．A．plans B．jobs C．stories D．trips
52．A．rude B．intelligent C．normal D．extraordinary
53．A．concluded B．proved C．found D．prepared
54．A．personally B．politely C．naturally D．gratefully
55．A．depending on B．focusing on C．appealing to D．learning about
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。
China, with a history stretching back thousands of years, has a rich and diverse traditional culture. This culture, 56 is passed down through generations, is seen in 57 (difference) aspects of Chinese life.
One typical example is the art of calligraphy, 58 (consider) as a national treasure. The beauty of Chinese calligraphy 59 (reflect) the harmony of nature and the universe. Another significant aspect is traditional Chinese medicine, and it aims 60 (balance) the body’s vital energy.
Festivals also play 61 crucial role. The Spring Festival, the most important of all, marks the 62 (begin) of a new year and is celebrated with family reunions, fireworks, and delicious food. The Dragon Boat Festival, the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, 63 (special) commemorates(纪念) the ancient poet Qu Yuan.
Additionally, Chinese music and dance, traditional 64 (instrument) like the guqin and the drum, are important parts in Chinese culture. It is classical literature that provides insights into ancient Chinese thought and values.
In conclusion, Chinese traditional culture serves 65 a bridge to the past, connecting generations and developing a sense of national pride.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节应用文写作(满分15分)
66．假定你是李华，你打算邀请你的留学生好友Peter在本周六一同去参观你市的科技博物馆。请给他写封信，内容包括：
1．提出邀请；2．告知安排。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：科技博物馆the Science and Technology Museum
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节续写写作(满分25分)
67.阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。续写的词数应为150左右。
It was in the early morning of one summer holiday that I was flying to Bali, Indonesia to see volcanoes. And my best friend was waiting for my arrival there. When I got off the plane and stepped out of the airport, I was thinking how unbelievable it was to stand in front of the spectacular volcano mountain. The imaginary sights distracted me, for a moment, from my current problem.
Only when I stood by the bus station to Bali, did I realize that I had no enough cash on me. The only ATM nearby didn’t seem to have any power, and I nervously looked down at my credit card, my only lifeline. I hoped there might be a way to convince the bus driver to let me on and pay him once I reached the destination and got the cash from my friend.
When the bus door opened, I stood behind a young lady and her little girl. I started to worry, wondering what I’d do if the credit card didn’t make the cut. They boarded the bus, paid in cash and sat down in the first row. When I approached the driver and held out my credit card, he looked at me seriously and shook his head.
“I don’t have any money,” I said. I showed him my wallet to confirm that I was telling the truth. He stared back blankly and then said no. I still wanted to convince him again. I pulled up my flight information on my phone and showed it to him. I pointed to the nearby ATM and signaled that it didn’t work. This time, he looked at me and apologized to me. “I’m really sorry. Can you make way for the other passengers ”
I stood aside. “What should I do ” I hesitated. It was the first time that I had visited the city. I was unfamiliar with everything around me. I searched the locations of other ATMs in the area. They were too far away. It would take me at least two hours to get there on foot. I really didn’t want my friend to wait for me too long, but unfortunately, I had to.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I was about to get off the bus when the young lady stood up._________________________________
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Once we arrived at Bali, I followed the young lady and her little girl off the bus._________________
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参考答案
听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
1-5. ABACB6-10.ABCAC 11-15.BCCBC 16-20 ABCAB
第二部分阅读(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)
D22．A23．C
D 25．C 26．C 27．A
B29．B30．D 31．A
A 33．C34．D35．B
第二节(共5小题；每小题2. 5分, 满分12. 5分)
F 37．E 38．A 39．D 40．G
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
41．A 42．D 43．B 44．A 45．C 46．D 47．A 48．C 49．B 50．D 51．A 52．D 53．B 54．C 55．B
第二节(共10小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分15分)
56．which 57．different 58．considered 59．reflects 60．to balance 61．a 62．beginning 63．specially 64．instruments 65．as
第四部分写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
Dear Peter,
How’s everything going I’m going to visit the Science and Technology Museum in our city this Saturday. Having known that you have been enthusiastic about science and technology, I’m wondering if you would like to go with me.
If you’d like to go, we can meet at the bus station in front of our school and take a bus there. When arriving there, we will first visit various high-end technologies on display. After that, we will attend a lecture on how technology affects our life, where we can interact with famous scientists.
Looking forward to your early reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
I was about to get off the bus when the young lady stood up. “Would you mind me helping you pay the fee ” She asked me. Surprised and excited, I looked into her eyes and said, “You are so generous to help me out. I’m more than grateful to your deed.” Hearing what I said, the young lady just smiled and paid for me. “Thank you very much, lady. After getting off, I’ll ask my friend to pay you back.” I said thankfully. “Just forget it.” She said.
Once we arrived at Bali, I followed the young lady and her little girl off the bus. My friend was waiting for me eagerly. Seeing me, he approached and asked worriedly, “Why are you so late What happened to you ” I explained the whole story to him briefly and said, “Don’t worry too much. I’m OK now. Please lend me some money to pay back to the generous lady.” But when I gave her the money, she refused it at first. Realizing our insistence, she accepted it finally. My friend and I thanked her again and helped them cross the road.
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