大成双语学校2024-2025学年高二下学期3月月考英语试题
考试时间：60分钟 总分：100分
一、阅读理解（3分×20题，共60分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Britain seems to have great creativity — especially in the performing and visual arts.
Theatrical tradition
Theaters in Britain date back at least to the 16th century, and the most famous playwright is of course William Shakespeare. A company was founded in his name, with a stage at his birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon. It has trained generations of actors. In the 20th century, classical and more modern plays were also performed at many regional theaters, where actors and writers gained experience.
Film stars
The world of film-making has involved British creative talent from the beginning. Charlie Chaplin, born in poverty in London’s East End, began as a child entertainer in music halls. He then became a pioneer of silent movies in Hollywood and created many black-and-white classics during the First World War. British actors, who were often classically trained in theater, Laurence Olivier and Alec Guinness became house-hold names after the Second World War.
Supporting talent
Film-making creativity has been supported by two major studios. Productions at Shepperton have included Richard Attenborough’s Gandhi and Ridley Scott’s Alien. Pinewood’s most famous products must be the James Bond films. Both theater and film have their own annual festivals, including one of the biggest festivals in Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh.
Visual expression
The visual arts also show Britain’s creative spirit, from Romantic Age painters like Turner and Constable to groups such as the Pre-Raphaelites and the modernist sculpture of Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth. Today’s famous artists — Damien Hirst or Tracey Emin — regularly show in the newspapers, and their works are sold at high prices.
1. Which of the following helps actors and writers a lot
A. Musical theaters. B. Stratford-upon-Avon.
C. London’s West End. D. Regional theaters.
2. What can we learn from the passage about Charlie Chaplin
A. He came from a rich family.
B. He went to theater school as a child.
C. He began as a child entertainer in Hollywood.
D. He contributed to the early film industry in Hollywood.
3. What do we know about Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin
A. You have to pay a lot to buy their works.
B. They have both invented new art forms.
C. They mainly learnt from Romantic Age painters.
D. You can buy their works from many major galleries.
B
Over the weekend, a Pennsylvania man risked his life to save his neighbors from a burning home, as captured in dramatic video footage.
Oscar Rivera was playing with his children in his backyard on April 14 when he heard a loud boom (响声). Rushing to the front yard, he saw that the house across the street was engulfed in flames, with his neighbors trapped inside.
According to WFMZ-TV, Rivera didn’t hesitate. He climbed up the three-story building, which was already covered in flames. On a narrow ledge (窗台) at the burning home, a woman was trying to pull a man out of an attic window as smoke poured out. The man was calling for help.
Rivera and a neighbor quickly grabbed a ladder and rushed to assist. “I just started jumping, jumping and jumping,” Rivera told WFMZ-TV. He managed to reach the top floor and pulled the man from the window, who had yelled, “Help me. I can’t walk.”
Eyewitness Janeen Huth, who recorded the rescue, praised Rivera for risking his life while his young children watched from the door. “Come on! Come on!” Huth can be heard shouting in the video, as other onlookers and firefighters worked to assist. “Rivera is a true hero,” she told The Morning Call. Rivera managed to get the victim onto the ledge, and firefighters then took over, bringing the man to safety.
The rescued man sustained critical burns and was taken to the hospital, according to WFMZ-TV. The fire damaged six homes and led to the evacuation (疏散) of 20 people. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. “I hope he’s okay,” Rivera said about the man he saved.
4. What does the text describe
A. An investigation into a fire. B. A man’s heroic rescue.
C. A fire department’s response. D. A fire that destroyed several homes.
5. What made Rivera rush to the front yard
A. Hearing a loud boom. B. Seeing the flame.
C. Hearing a call for help. D. Being informed about the fire.
6. What did Rivera do in the rescue
A. He provided first aid. B. He helped guide firefighters.
C He called emergency services. D. He pulled the man out.
7 How did Janeen Huth react to Rivera’s action
A. She was indifferent. B. She admired his bravery.
C. She criticized him for risking his life. D. She thought he should wait for firefighters.
C
You’ve probably heard the phrase “Laughter is the best medicine.” Comedy on Referral has taken that idea and run with it, using stand-up comedy to help treat people struggling with trauma (精神创伤) and anxiety in partnership with the National Health Service (NHS).
The idea came from comedian Angie Belcher’s experiences teaching comedy at the University of Bristol. She found that students often told her how much stronger and more resilient (有适应力的) they were thanks to stand-up comedy.
Inspired, she teamed up with the NHS in Bristol to create a six-week comedy course for patients struggling with trauma in January 2022. Following the success of this initial course, Comedy on Referral won NHS funding to help men with trauma in London.
Belcher said, “Past traumas are perfect for comedy. Comedy doesn’t come from the happy, perfect moments of your life, but from our everyday struggles and major life events. People who’ve been through big life experiences such as losing a loved one and ill health often can’t wait to tell me their stories, mostly because there’s always something especially funny about the situation.”
Research has shown that laughter has positive psychological effects, such as decreasing levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) and increasing endorphins (the hormone that reduces the feeling of pain). It can even have physiological benefits, although less research has been done in this area. Current research has linked laughter and humour with increased levels of pain tolerance as well as short-term cardiovascular (心血管的) benefits. More research is needed to prove these findings
Nonetheless, the mental health benefits of regular laughter are widely accepted, and using comedy to treat mental health struggles could be a real breakthrough in the treatment of mental health.
8. Why is the phrase mentioned in paragraph 1
A. To explain the harm trauma causes. B. To stress the importance of laughter.
C. To show the effect of stand-up comedy. D. To state the idea behind Comedy on Referral.
9. How was the first six-week comedy course for patients
A. Effective. B. Ambiguous. C. Fruitless. D. Controversial.
10. What may contribute to a comedy according to Belcher
A. Struggling moments. B. Funny moments.
C. Successful moments. D. Boring moments.
11. What is the best title for the text
A. Comedy is one thing that can make you struggle B. Laughter is useful for people’s mental health
C. Anxiety can also make you feel better D. Laughter will cure you of all diseases
D
Opinions differ on the question of whether it is better to live in the city or in the countryside. However, due to the rapid upward trend in house prices in cities, people are increasingly choosing to move to a rural(乡村) area. Reason enough to take a closer look at the arguments for living in the city and in the country.
Living in the city continues to be extremely popular. The proportion of the population living in rural areas has been falling continuously since the middle of the 19th century which was marked by industrialization(工业化). More and more people moved to the cities to find work.
Infrastructure is one of the biggest advantages of cities. A well-developed network of public transportation often makes that a car is not absolutely necessary. In the countryside, on the other hand, you almost always need a car to be flexible(灵活的). Related to infrastructure, mobility is also an argument for living in the city. Very often, rural regions are not or only connected to the rail network and also do not have an adequate bus system. In the cities, there is a wide range of entertaining options, from cultural opportunities and other clubs. The latter, however, are increasingly found in the countryside as well. In addition, rural areas offer many options for outdoor activities.
The expansion of digital networks is still in its beginnings in some rural regions. Here, the city clearly has the better offer. However, this is set to change, and various research projects and plans to expand digital networks are intended to promote the connection of rural residential areas.
12. What is the function of the first paragraph
A. To introduce the main topic.
B. To raise readers’ interest.
C. To put forward a reason.
D. To present different opinions.
13. What resulted in the growth of the population in cities
A. Colorful outdoor activities.
B. Low housing prices.
C. More job opportunities.
D. Strong cultural atmosphere.
14. What is the author’s attitude towards life in the countryside
A Uncaring. B. Optimistic. C. Doubtful. D. Grateful.
15. What is the text mainly about
A. The means of transportation in the city.
B. The similarities between different cultures.
C. The advantages of living in the countryside.
D. The different views on living in the city or the rural area.
二、七选五
阅读下面短文从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Amazing Benefits of Listening to Music
If you love listening to music, you’re good company. ___16___
★Music makes you happier.
When you listen to music, your brain produces a special matter. It biologically (生物学上) causes listeners to feel emotions like happiness, excitement, and joy. So next time you need an emotional increase, listen to your favorite tunes for 15 minutes.
★___17___
Listening to music you enjoy reduces levels of the stress in your body. This is an important finding since stress causes many illnesses. To stay calm and healthy during a stressful day, turn on the radio.
★Music helps you sleep better.
A study showed that students listening to classical music for 45 minutes slept better than students who did nothing. If you’re having trouble sleeping, try listening to a little Bach or Mozart before bedtime.
★Music helps you eat less.
___18___If you’re looking for ways to reduce your appetite (食欲), try dimming the lights and listening to soft music next time you sit down for a meal.
★Music strengthens learning and memory.
Researchers discovered that music can help you learn and recall information better. ___19___ Memorize these results. You now have a strategy to study more effectively for your next test.
★Music raises IQ and school performance.
Research shows that taking music lessons predicts higher school performance and IQ in young children. ___20___
A. Music lowers stress and improves health.
B. Participants who were musicians learned better with light music.
C. Musical training can help raise our IQs and even keep us sharp in old age.
D. Here are amazing scientifically proven benefits of being attracted by music.
E. Recent research shows that listening to music improves our happiness.
F. Softening the lighting and music can lead people to eat fewer calories and enjoy their meals better.
G. To help your children achieve excellence in their studies, encourage them to sing or learn to play an instrument.
三、完形填空（2分×15题，共30分）
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。
Letting me move into my university dormitory wasn’t an easy decision for my parents. However, they knew if I wanted a good ____21____, I’d have to live away from home. I’d always dreamed of living alone: the life of no rules and regulations and being independent. So I was ____22____ about this new stage in my life.
____23____, during the first few months of living alone, I’d find myself crying every day. I’d call my mum every day. I ____24____ to fly back home as soon as I got any time off. That was the only thing I was concerned ing from a big family, I was ____25____ to noises surrounding me. Therefore, the scary silence at night was the worst. I couldn’t even ____26____ without keeping the lights on.
As time went by, I started enjoying the ____27____ that came with living alone. I could do things in my own time: eat whenever I want, wake up whenever I want. The space of loneliness was also then ____28____ by friends who became like family, so I ____29____ missing my family less.
When it was time to say goodbye and go back home after my____30____, I was bittersweet. I’d enjoyed my time alone, learning things which wouldn’t have been ____31____ if I had never moved away from home. But I’d also missed my family too much.
I’d learned a lot from this ____32____. Living alone made me value ____33____ time even more. I realized that every second with them ____34____ though I might not get the freedom I had while living alone.
I guess it’s ____35____ for everybody, but for me, there is no warmth in a house unless it’s filled with loving members and people you love.
21. A. memory B. occupation C. opportunity D. education
22. A. delighted B. worried C. serious D. cautious
23. A. Undoubtedly B. Unwillingly C. Unconditionally D. Unexpectedly
24. A. refused B. pretended C. wanted D. failed
25. A. deaf B. cruel C. accustomed D. opposed
26. A. sleep B. talk C. move D. play
27. A. confidence B. safety C. relief D. freedom
28. A. set aside B. taken over C. filled up D. thrown away
29. A. started B. practised C. resisted D. preferred
30. A. recovery B. graduation C. resignation D. promotion
31. A. useful B. possible C. reliable D. worthwhile
32. A. adventure B. arrangement C. experience D. challenge
33. A. family B. study C. work D. growth
34. A. flew B. counted C. stayed D. repeated
35. A. hard B. common C. meaningless D. different
四、语法填空（1分×10题，共10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。
The Silk Roads have long been a symbol of cultural exchange and interaction between East and West. Since 1988, UNESCO ___36___ (seek) to better understand the rich history and shared legacy (遗产) of the Silk Roads and how cultures have influenced each other.
As part of UNESCO’s commitment to ___37___ (create) a culture of peace, the Silk Roads Online Platform aims ___38___ (promote) this unique history of mutual exchange and dialogue. In the words of UNESCO’s Director General, Audrey Azoulay, “We must learn from the exchanges ___39___ took place along the Silk Roads. These exchanges formed connections between peoples and cultures across Asia and Europe. ___40___ this in mind, we can work to foster (促进) much ___41___ (need) dialogue and mutual respect going forward.”
Within this Online Platform, various aspects of these routes can ___42___ (explore) through a series of themes, covering subjects ranging from festivals and traditional craftsmanship along the Silk Roads, to World Cultural Heritage, museums, cities, and much more. These themes are also displayed ___43___ (visual) on the platform’s interactive Silk Roads Map. This stands as a vital tool for ___44___ wishes to study any aspect of the routes in detail.
This online platform is dedicated to building active links between people from different communities along the ___45___ (long) of these routes. In this way, the legacy of the Silk Roads lives on.
大成双语学校2024-2025学年高二下学期3月月考
英语试题 参考答案
考试时间：60分钟 总分：100分
一、阅读理解（3分×20题，共60分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. D 2. D 3. A
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. D 7. B
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. A 11. B
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. B 15. D
二、七选五
阅读下面短文从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. D 17. A 18. F 19. B 20. G
三、完形填空（2分×15题，共30分）
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。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. D 24. C 25. C 26. A 27. D 28. C 29. A 30. B 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. D
四、语法填空（1分×10题，共10分）
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. has sought##has been seeking
37. creating
38. to promote
39. that##which
40. With 41. needed
42. be explored
43. visually
44. whoever
45. length
