1、江西省九江市匡庐星瀚高级中学2024-2025学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题学校:_姓名：_班级：_考号：_一、听力选择题1Where does the conversation take place?AAt a restaurant.BAt the theatre.CAt the station.2How many children are there in the classroom?ASeven.BFive.CTwelve.3What does the woman like most about the city?AThe parks.BThe old buildings.CThe F
2、rench restaurant.4Who dislikes classical music?APeter.BSally.CMichael.5What does the woman say about Thomas Edison?AHe is an interesting person.BHe is terrified of the dark.CHe invented many other things.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。6What are the speakers mainly talking about?AFood culture.BProtecting animals.C
3、Being a vegetarian.7What food does the man probably prefer to eat?ASteak.BChicken.CSalad.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。8What is the probable relationship between the speakers?ATeacher and student.BSchoolmates.CColleagues.9Where are the speakers?AIn London.BIn California.CIn Warsaw.10What do we know about the man
4、?AHe lives in a hotel.BHell help the woman with her English.CHe takes a course in European history.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。11What did the man order for his mothers birthday?AA drink.BA cake.CSome chocolate.12What could the woman probably be?AA cook.BA waitress.CA manager.13What will the man probably do nex
5、t?AHave a meal.BTalk to John.CSee the menu.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。14Where does the woman want to go?ATo Ocean Avenue.BTo Bradley Drive.CTo Parker Street.15When does the woman need to arrive?AAt 10:30.BAt 10:45.CAt 11:00.16What will the woman take to reach her destination?AThe mans car.BThe express bus.CA
6、taxi.听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。17Who first developed plastic on a large scale?AA Frenchman.BAn Englishman.CAn American.18What was the advantage of plastic collars?AThey didnt wear out easily.BThey were easy to wash.CThey were comfortable.19Why were the plastic toys a good idea for some mothers?AThey were color
7、ful.BThey were cheap.CKids preferred them.20What is talked about at the end of the speech?AThe excitement caused by plastic.BDifferent uses of plastic.CThe harmful side of plastic.二、阅读理解Four best beaches in ZanzibarNungwi BeachThis beach is located in the north of the island and is famous for its am
8、azing sunsets and lively atmosphere. You will love the soft white sand and the crystal (水晶般的) clear water. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar. But, be careful with the tides, because they can rise very fast and catch you.Paje BeachSituated in the east of the island, Paje Beach is ch
9、aracterized by strong tides. Here you will find a relaxed atmosphere and a dream beach with crystal clear waters and silky soft sand. On top of that, you can practice water sports such as kitesurfing, because this beach is known as one of the best in the world for this activity. In addition, if you
10、like the nightlife, here you will find a lot of bars and nightclubs to spend a fun night.Jambiani BeachJambiani beach is one of the most remote beaches of Zanzibar and that is why it is one of our favorites. It has a length of 7 km and is located southeast of the island. It has hardly any rocks and
11、the sand is very fine. It is a very quiet and uncrowded beach.Matemwe BeachLocated on the east coast of Zanzibar, this beach is one of the longest on the island. During low tide, the water goes down 2 kilometers, and the locals take advantage of it to collect sea animals.The beach is beautiful but y
12、es, in this particular one, it is essential to enter the water with great care and even appropriate footwear, as there are a lot of sea urchins (海胆).21What can visitors do when they choose Nungwi Beach?ACatch the tides.BWatch wonderful sunsets.CEnjoy a colorful nightlife.DExperience various water sp
13、orts.22Which place is suitable for visitors to practice kitesurfing?ANungwi Beach.BPaje Beach.CJambiani Beach.DMatemwe Beach.23Who will probably be attracted to Matemwe Beach?ASunrise lovers.BBrave surfers.CSea animal collectors.DNightclub frequenters.Juleus Ghunta is a published childrens author an
14、d award-winning poet. But growing up, he could barely read. Ghuntas family lived in a rural part of Western Jamaica. His mother often had to make tough choices about how to use their limited resources, including a decision to send his oldest sister to school. When Ghunta finally went to school, he c
15、ouldnt catch up on his reading skills. Not only had he been kept home from school as a child, but he had no access to books. By the time he entered the sixth grade, he could spell his name, but he still couldnt make out words or read with understanding. When Ghunta was about 12, a young teacher deci
16、ded to start a special reading program for struggling students. Ghunta was the first student to sign up. The teacher was incredibly kind to him. She did not ask anything of Ghunta, except that he worked hard and believed in himself. Under her guidance, Ghuntas reading skills finally started to impro
17、ve. He started to feel more confident. “She had left me with the gift of literacy,” he said, “and with the value as a human being.” His life took a new direction. He graduated from elementary school with a number of academic awards, including one for “most improved in reading”. He went on to college
18、. Today, he is the author of two childrens books, about overcoming difficult experiences in childhood. Hes now working on his first full-length collection of poetry. Ghunta said, “I would love her to see the significant impact that she has made on my life, and the ways in which I have carried this m
19、emory of her the hope and the light with me and how it continues to be a source of joy.”24What caused Ghuntas poor reading ability?ALimited family resources.BEarly disinterest in reading.CLacking enough attention.DTerrible memory.25Who inspired Ghunta greatly in his study?AHis mother.BHis sister.CA
20、young teacher.DOther struggling students.26What does paragraph 5 mainly say about Ghunta?AHis future life.BHis achievements.CHis family background.DHis self-taught experience.27Which of the following can best describe Ghuntas story?AReading helps people find happiness.BDirection is the key to succes
21、s.CPoverty contributes to a persons success.DA teachers belief lights a students path.A recent study from the University of Guelph in Canada has revealed a surprising discovery about common eastern bumblebees (大黄蜂): These insects can survive underwater for up to a week. This finding, published in th
22、e journal Biology Letters, came about due to an experimental error when researchers placed hibernating (冬眠的) queen bumblebees in water and found them alive days later. The discovery has impressed scientists. particularly because bumblebees are land-based creatures not typically associated with water
23、 environments. Nigel Raine, a professor in the school of environmental sciences at the university and the studys lead author, expressed his astonishment at the results. To further explore this phenomenon, Raine and his team conducted an experiment involving 143 hibernating queen bumblebees. They dis
24、covered that those placed underwater for up to seven days had similar survival rates to those not, indicating that the bees ability to survive such conditions may be more common than previously thought. The research underlines the strength of bumblebees during their hibernation period. a critical ph
25、ase in their life cycle that has remained largely unexplored. Queen bumblebees typically hibernate alone in small holes during the cold months, which are believed to protect them from flooding. However, this study reveals that these bees possess an unexpected adaptation, allowing them to survive eve
26、n in flooded conditions. Given these findings, one possible explanation for their survival is diapause, a state of suspended growth and reproduction characterized by reduced oxygen intake. During this state. bumblebees may close their spiracles (气孔) to prevent water from entering their bodies, and t
27、hey might also breathe through their skin. This energy-saving mode is likely a key factor in their ability to survive beneath the water. Raine emphasized the importance of understanding these mechanisms, as it could have significant implications for the study of wild insects that help with plant rep
28、roduction, which are crucial for food security and ecosystem health, His teams research will aim to determine whether hibernating queens can survive even longer periods underwater and if similar strength exists in other bee species.28What do we know about the finding?AIt matched prior beliefs.BIt co
29、ncerned sea insects.CIt was fully anticipated.DIt was made by accident.29What can be inferred about bumblebees from paragraph 3?AThey hibernate in groups for protection.BThey are always protected from flooding.CThey have a hidden adaptation mechanism.DThey reproduce better in flooded conditions.30Wh
30、at may Nigel Raine do in the future?ASecure research patents.BPrioritize dietary security.CConduct further research.DRaise ecological awareness.31Which is the most suitable title for the text?ABumblebee Reproductive HabitsBBumblebee Hibernation PatternsCScientists Experimental MethodsDBumblebee Surv
31、ival UnderwaterMore than 100 horses and riders leaped the flames of roaring bonfires on Thursday in a small Spanish town in a centuries-old festival that has raised the anger of animal rights activists.Smoke and flames filled the night in San Bartolome de Pinares, a central Spanish town of some 600
32、inhabitants, in the annual festival held on Thursday, the eve of Saint Anthonys Day for the patron saint (守护神) of animals. One by one, horses and their riders jumped the flames in the narrow, paved streets of the town.“No one knows how old the tradition is. My grandfather told me that his great-gran
33、dfather took part,” said 34-year-old Die-go Martin. “They say it could be 300 or 400 years old.”The town is fiercely attached to the festival, despite opposition from animal rights groups concerned about the safety of the horses. Just a few days earlier, Spains National Association for the Welfare o
34、f Animals asked the towns people not to let their horses leap over the fires, apparently in vain.“There was an illness that killed all the horses in the town. Since then, we have done this to purify them to keep away any evil by asking for the protection of the saint,” explained 20-year-old Libertad
35、 Gomez, who has been taking part for seven years. “More than a tradition, for us it is a feeling. It is something you like almost since you were born,” said Libertad, who rode with dozens of others through the streets.Indeed, the smoke is so thick that it affects the horse and rider as they leap the
36、 fires. That does not stop youngsters from taking part in the tradition, such as 10-year-old Alejandro Nunez, who jumped for the second year running on a white horse. “I really like it. At first, it was a bit scary but that goes,” he said, equipped with a helmet and a checkered scarf to protect him
37、from the smoke.32What can we learn by reading the passage?AHorses leap fires in an ancient Spanish festival.BA new festival has been introduced to Spain.CThe festival is not popular among youngsters.DHorses get injured over the burning flames.33According to Libertad Gomez, what is true?AThe festival
38、 came into being less than 300 years ago.BHis grandfather took great interest in the activity.CThe activity helps the horses to be away from diseases.DThe evil would take the horses away during the leaps.34When Alejandro Nunez first leaped the fires, how does he feel?AHe felt too excited to express
39、himself.BHe was a bit frightened for the first time.CHe was offered a helmet and a scarf.DHe became worried about his horse.35What can be inferred from the passage?ARiding horses to leap fires can be dangerous.BThe riders are easy to fall into the burning fires.CAll the people support riding horses
40、to leap fires.DThe activity will be done away with one day.Every new exercise routine comes a new risk of injury, whether its injuring a muscle from lifting or developing knee pain from running. Some people are unwilling to exercise for fear of injury. 36 There are estimated 8.6 million sports-relat
41、ed injuries each year in America. However, with the right methods, you can develop a well-rounded exercise routine, one that enlarges the benefits while reducing the risk of injury. 37 One very common issue in runners is knee pain, which is often called “runners knee.” To prevent it, for some people
42、, its useful to warm up before running. Another common overuse injury among runners is stress fractures (骨折). This often happens when a runner tries to add too many miles too quickly, without taking enough rest days.Both of these injuries tend to happen because runners did something out of the ordin
43、ary compared to what they were trained to do. Take rest days, build up your mileage (里程) gradually and combine regular strength training. 38 As with other injuries, the risk increases toward the end of a workout. Its very essential to listen to your body. 39 When it comes to making progress in a wor
44、kout routine, continuous exercise with a gradual progression is strongly recommended.Exercise can put someone at risk of injury. 40 There should be a balance between pushing yourself to get better and pushing yourself toward an injury. So encourage yourself to do something that you are confident in
45、doing.AThese fears are based on facts.BTurn to a mixture of sports doctors.CThis type of exercise can increase the risk of injury.DTherefore, the risk of hurting yourself will decrease.EBut not exercising puts someone at risk of poor health.FAdjust in time, especially when tiredness starts to affect
46、 your form.GRunners may come across two main sorts of injuries related to overuse.三、完形填空Have you ever seen a movie in which abuilding was burned down or a bridge was destroyed? Have you seen films in which two trains crashed or a ship 41 into the ocean? If so, you may have wondered how these things
47、could happen without 42 the actors and actresses in the film.The man who knows the 43 is the special-effects man. He has one of the most important 44 in the film industry. He may be ordered to 45 a flood or make a battle field explosion. But he may also be told to make a 46 effect which is much less exciting, but just as important to the success of the film.In a 47 of one movie there was a big glass bowl filled with water in which small fish were swimming. The director of the movie
