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湖北省黃岡市十五校期中聯考2024-2025學年高一下學期4月期中英語試題（含聽力）
一、聽力選擇題
1．What are the speakers doing
A．Doing paintings. B．Planning a vacation. C．Looking at a picture.
2．How might the woman go to the hotel
A．By bus. B．By taxi. C．By subway.
3．Why does the man turn down the invitation
A．He has to do some work. B．He has no interest in parties. C．He has another appointment.
4．What was the original price of the book
A．$3. B．$6. C．$12.
5．What does Jack plan to do on holiday
A．Go hiking in the mountains. B．Visit some places of interest. C．Stay at home for relaxation.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
6．Where did Bob get the news
A．From the newspaper. B．From TV. C．From the Internet.
7．What do we know about the news
A．The man got drowned.
B．The crocodile was frightened away.
C．Tourists jumped into the river and saved the man.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
8．Which kind of late-night food does the woman like best
A．Ice cream. B．Pizza. C．Cakes.
9．When would takeaway food be forbidden on weekends
A．From 1:30 am. B．From 12:30 am. C．From 12:00 am.
10．What is the woman’s attitude toward the ban (禁令)
A．Supportive. B．Objective. C．Critical.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
11．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Former classmates. B．Colleagues. C．Neighbors.
12．Why did Betty come to New York
A．For study. B．For work. C．For sightseeing.
13．What does Mike think of his present job
A．Enjoyable. B．Boring. C．Challenging.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
14．Where does the conversation take place
A．In a hotel. B．Over the phone. C．At a restaurant.
15．What kind of table does Mr. Brown want
A．A table by the window. B．A table near the door. C．A table for four people.
16．What does Mr. Brown ask about at last
A．The menu. B．The dress code. C．The address.
聽下面一段獨白，回答以下小題。
17．What is the talk mainly about
A．The habits of dogs. B．Different types of dogs. C．Reasons for keeping dogs.
18．What was dogs' responsibility in the earliest period
A．Guarding chickens. B．Keeping thieves away. C．Fighting against other animals.
19．What do we know about dogs nowadays
A．Most dog owners are the elderly.
B．They are treated as part of a family.
C．Young couples don't like to keep dogs.
20．What is the speaker
A．A radio hostess. B．A teacher. C．A researcher.
二、閱讀理解
Four BOOKS ABOUT THE WORLD
These books will take you on thrilling adventures around the globe.The 50 States
By Gabrielle Balkan Illustrated by Sol Linero Wide Eyed Editions (Out now)
Take a deep dive into the United States of America using maps loaded with pictures and information. Find out more about its 50 states, their interesting sights and important people associated with them.Your Passport to Australla
By A．M. Reynolds Capstone Global Library (Out now)
Part of the World Passport series, this book discusses the country’s geography and traditions, as well as the daily lives of Australian people.The Ultimate Book of African Animals
By Derek Joubert, Beverly Joubert and Suzanne Zimbler, National Geographic Kids (Out now)
Find out more about the magnificent wildlife that inhabits Africa in a book brimming with photographs and information. You’ll learn about the lives of animals of all shapes and sizes, the challenges they face and how they can be protected.Scientists in the Wild
By Helen Scales and Kate Hendry Illustrated by Romolo D’Hipolito Flying Eye Books (Out now)
Join a team of scientists as they hend to Antarctica, where guided watch-penguins tours are organized all the year around. Through their work, using drones and underwater vehicles, they plan to find ways humans can look after this extreme but awe-inspiring environment to protect these unique animals.
21．What information does the book Your Passport to Australia cover
A．The geography and culture. B．The history and maps.
C．The pictures and information. D．The humans and animals.
22．Which book can you choose if you plan to observe penguins
A．The 50 States. B．Scientists in the Wild.
C．Your Passport to Australia. D．The Ultimate Book of African Animals.
23．What do the four books have in common
A．They all include some pictures.
B．They are all about wildlife protection.
C．They all explore different parts of the world.
D．They are all written by the same country’s author.
I may not be a “bad” runner, but I am slow. The farthest I have ever run is 6 km and it happened because I was going to a pub at the other end. When you first start running, people get you excited about experiencing the “runner’s high”, that magical sense of extreme excitement you get from really pushing your body. I’ve never run fast enough, or far enough, to get close to that extraordinary phenomenon, but what I expect to get from running is the “runner’s smugness” — a feeling of self-satisfaction.
I had tried to become a runner before, downloading the Couch to 5K app. I thought maybe this was something that could help my anxiety, too. But it didn’t stick. It felt impossible to run for a whole minute. Plus, there were just too many other, less horrible-feeling things I could be doing.
That changed with COVID-19 lockdowns. Suddenly, I had too much time and increasing anxiety that I needed to get on top of it. So I reopened the app and started running again. Over time, I got better. I could run for a minute, no problem. Then three, then five, and then eight. More importantly, I’ve noticed that running reduces my anxiety. On a particularly anxious day, running can help me get out of my head or, at the very least, give me something else to do for half an hour.
I’ve been running now for four years. Unexpectedly, I finally reached the 5 km mark. It was slow. I certainly stopped several times. I got home and collapsed straight into an armchair. And so there lies the smugness: I did something. I achieved my running goal. A wave of pride filled me. I managed to put on my sneakers and running outfit, leave the house for 30 minutes and go for a run.
For me, running isn’t about the “runner’s high”. It’s about the small, everyday achievement of doing something. I know every small step will make me feel better in the long run. Feeling smug about these little wins is enough.
24．What did the author hope to gain from running
A．The “runner’s high”. B．The “runner’s smugness”.
C．A sense of extreme excitement. D．A feeling of self-dissatisfaction.
25．Why did the author start running again during the COVID-19 lockdowns
A．To test an app. B．To connect with partners.
C．To reduce anxiety. D．To challenge her limits.
26．How did the author feel after reaching 5km mark
A．Embarrassed. B．Upset. C．Fascinated. D．Proud.
27．What does the author find most valuable about running
A．Less is more.
B．Practice makes perfect.
C．A good beginning is half the battle.
D．A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Do you believe in a higher power Many people think religious beliefs are part of human nature. This doesn’t mean specific beliefs are rooted in our brains, but our minds seem to naturally believe in supernatural beings. Some think these supernatural beliefs have damaged useful parts of our minds. However, Dominic Johnson, in his book “God Is Watching You,” argues that believing in God, especially in higher power that can punish. is actually helpful to evolution (發展).
Johnson suggests that it’s not harmful to overreact to things that don’t exist. But failing to notice dangerous signs, like dangerous animals, could be deadly. This has led to an evolutionary preference to alert (警覺) about hidden threats everywhere. This alertness is common even among those who don’t believe in God. For example, an experiment showed that people were more likely to contribute to a shared coffee fund when there was a picture of eyes on the collection box.
Johnson also points out that societies that punish cheaters are more likely to become stronger. He talks about the philosopher (哲學家) John Locke, whose research on 186 pre-industrial cultures found that religious beliefs were more common in larger, more complex societies. While this doesn’t prove that these beliefs caused social complexity, the finding prove Johnson’s theory that religion beliefs allow societies to take action together and plan for the future.
Johnson believes that the religious belief is deeply rooted in human mind. Critics of the beliefs should consider working with them rather than against them. As for what form a religious belief might take, the author keeps it an open question. Maybe this is a little difficult book to read or understand. It really needs readers’ patience.
28．Why does the author mention “eyes” experiment in paragraph 2
A．To praise people’s kind behavior. B．To show people’s preference for coffee.
C．To stress the effect of pictures on humans. D．To prove the commonness of alertness among humans.
29．What can we infer from John Locke’s research
A．Religion helps make future development. B．Religion is a result of complex societies.
C．Religion is widely spread in weak countries. D．Religion can completely decide social power.
30．What is the focus of the passage
A．Roots of religious beliefs. B．Evolutionary advantage of religious beliefs.
C．Social power and complexity. D．Punishment in religious context.
31．Where is the text most probably taken from
A．An introduction to a book. B．A story about a philosopher.
C．A guidebook to religious beliefs. D．A research on people’s patience.
Artificial plants are filling up our offices, restaurants, and homes. However, research consistently shows that experiencing real nature, from having houseplants to gardening, has many mental health benefits that are significantly reduced in the case of artificial experiences of nature.
Philosophers long ago identified an unexpected pleasure of natural beings. They satisfy the human desire to understand. Aristotle thought that asking “why” can lead to one of the greatest human delights — knowing the world around us. With real nature, we can receive answers that make silent beings understandable, from plants to sea urchins and sponges. Answers to questions like, “Why does my plant have blossoms ” and “Why does it get brown spots ” teach us something about the identity of these living beings — what is good and bad for them.
This pleasure disappears in the case of artificial plants. The only answer one can hope to receive when asking “why” is something about the intention of their designer, like that they wanted to give it the appearance of blossoming, or make it pass more realistically for a real plant. In this case, asking “why” leads us back to ourselves.
Receiving answers to our “whys” for a natural plant allows us to care. We can learn to improve the real plant’s health: water it, make sure it has enough light, and so on. This brings the joy of helping something grow for its own benefit — the pleasure of blooms, green leaves, and the growth along with the sadness of failing to do so.
Thinking of plants as lives that serve their own purposes opens up a different way of understanding our connection to them. This connection brings us joy and inspires us to care for them. After all, who truly cares about an artificial plant
32．What does the underlined word “Artificial” in paragraph 1 probably mean
A．Man-made. B．Similar.
C．Basic. D．Realistic.
33．Which of the following statement may philosophers agree with
A．Reasoning ability is the only way to observe nature.
B．Observing nature beings may bring happiness to humans.
C．The more questions we ask, the less delighted we will feel.
D．Humans has no desire to understand things around themselves.
34．How can we help a plant grow well
A．By asking many “whys”. B．By connecting it to humans.
C．By caring for it. D．By making it more realistic.
35．What’s the author’s attitude towards artificial plants
A．Uncaring. B．Supportive.
C．Objective. D．Disapproving.
In today's fast-paced society, time management is important. Everyone tries to learn and work more efficiently within the limited time. 36 Use every moment
When you're busy, every moment in the day is important. 37 When you're taking the bus or you're waiting for a lecture, you can get something done online, like doing some research for an important project and pin some online resources or reading part of the studying material you need to cover for the tests.Make to-do lists every single day
38 Then, translate that plan into weekly goals and create daily to-do lists that help you achieve them. When you have a plan, you'll notice it's easy to find a gap where your favorite TV show fits in. Suddenly, you realize that a 24-hour day gives you more space than you assumed.Create blocks of courses
What happens when you leave 50 minutes of free time between the courses You end up having coffee and scrolling on your phone, waiting for the next course. 39 Try this method: separate your days into four different blocks: lectures, relaxation, studying and good times. When you know that you'll be done with lectures soon, your mind will stay focused and excited about the relaxation that follows. 40
If you find yourself struggling with the amount of work you have, turn to your professor immediately for help. American professors have office hours when students can come ask questions and get help. They want you to succeed, so ask for assistance. There are also many campus resources that you can use, such as tutors and the writing center.
A．Get help when needed.
B．Go through all work at once.
C．You're wasting valuable time.
D．Here are some tips to achieve this in universities.
E．So you'd better have your computer with you at all times.
F．Write a monthly plan and include all tests, papers and courses.
G．It won't be easy for you to go through all those lectures without taking breaks.
三、完形填空
A gift for the heart
On the first day of grade 8, Mr Lemke greeted our class as our English teacher. He spoke with purpose and warmth, making it 41 that he’d run a tight ship. He 42 we’d learn 400 lines of poetry that year. By heart.
I was a restless boy, trying to 43 who I was in my Jewish family. I also wondered how I would ever 44 so much poetry. As the weeks 45 , Mr Lemke had us 46 poems like delicious dishes. He invited us to tune in (融入) to their 47 , mood and meaning. We would study the poet’s 48 and imagined the event that inspired the poem.
One of the first poems we learned was To Autumn by John Keats. It praises the 49 season and nature’s richness, while also detailing the coming of death. The writer advises us not to be 50 about the loss. In a word, we learned 51 poems, like romantic poems, funny poems and strange poems. I’d 52 myself away in my bedroom and go over the poems line by line until I could recite it by 53 .
It took me years to realize the 54 Mr Lemke had given me through poetry. He believed poetry could make me a(n) 55 person and invited me to treasure it as part of myself. He taught me what learning “by heart” was all about.
41．A．clear B．difficult C．easy D．reasonable
42．A．pretended B．believed C．announced D．imagined
43．A．figure out B．grow up C．adapt to D．search for
44．A．retell B．write C．copy D．memorize
45．A．started B．developed C．progressed D．ended
46．A．touch B．taste C．complete D．manage
47．A．rhythm B．appreciation C．expression D．feeling
48．A．death B．future C．belief D．life
49．A．harvest B．cold C．hot D．comfortable
50．A．anxious B．curious C．active D．positive
51．A．beautiful B．ordinary C．various D．official
52．A．protect B．rescue C．shut D．rest
53．A．heart B．hand C．accident D．design
54．A．thought B．approach C．model D．gift
55．A．generous B．honest C．tougher D．better
四、語法填空
閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當的單詞或括號內單詞的正確形式。
Huang Xuhua, a great Chinese scientist, passed away on February 6th, 2025. Born in Guangdong in 1926, he saw his country suffer during his childhood, 56 made him study hard and promise to use his knowledge to make China stronger. In the 1950s, China started developing nuclear submarines, and Huang joined the project bravely. At that time, China had no 57 (advance) technology and resources, making the task very difficult. 58 (protect) the secrecy of the project, Huang and his team lost contact 59 their families and worked in isolation for years.
During the design process, they faced many difficulties. For example, designing a nuclear reactor was 60 (extreme) hard. Without foreign help, they relied on their own research 61 used simple tools like abacuses to calculate. Another problem was ensuring the submarine’s stability underwater. After many tests, they finally 62 (overcome) these difficulties. In the 1970s, China successfully built and tested its first nuclear submarine, 63 (make) it one of the few countries with this technology.
Huang continued to improve submarine technology and received many honors, including the “Medal of the Republic” in 2019. His life inspires us, especially the younger generation, to work hard and face 64 (challenge) bravely. Let’s learn from his spirit and build a 65 (strong) China than before, keeping his legacy alive.
五、書信寫作
66．假定你是李華，上周一你們班到戶外參加了一次植樹活動。請你給英國朋友Peter寫一封郵件分享這次經歷。
內容包括：（1）活動過程；（2）你的感想。
注意：（1）寫作詞數應為80個左右；（2）請按如下格式作答。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
六、書面表達
67．閱讀下面材料，根據其內容和所給段落開頭語續寫兩段，使之構成一篇完整的短文。
Once upon a time, in a land far away, there was a small village in the heart of a big forest. Surrounded by the splendid mountains, the villagers adapted to their daily life, and none of them had any desire to learn or try something new-except for a girl named Hannah.
Hannah was an adventurous spirit with an imagination far beyond her time. She loved to explore and would spend hours in the woods searching for new discoveries. She loved to create stories in her head and often imagined herself as one of the characters in them.
One afternoon, while setting out on her adventure, Hannah found an abandoned cottage. As she opened the door, she was left shocked: Before her was a room filled with books! Books shining in the dust and enjoying the warm sunlight were just waiting to be explored. Hannah picked two books and decided to read them at home.
On her way back, she came across her friends and enthusiastically shared her finding, but what greeted her was roars of laughter! Despite feeling confused and slightly hurt, she didn’t abandon her books. That evening, she was absorbed in the adventurous tales hidden within the covers. The following day, she hurriedly finished her breakfast and made her way back to the cottage.
Hannah read the books attentively. They were incredibly attractive, filled with narratives about diverse creatures. Each page was just an adventure waiting to be undertaken. Hannah’s imagination transported her to a world of talking animals, mystical creatures and adventurous nights. She read about characters who challenged difficult times with their determination and characters who strove for good.
The little girl was so inspired by the books that the characters became her teachers. She not only learned about the power of love and friendship but also discovered that true strength lies within oneself.
注意：
1. 續寫詞數應為150個左右；
2. 續寫部分分為兩段，每段的開頭語已為你寫好。
Para 1: So, Hannah decided to make a change.
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Para 2: Soon, word of Hannah’s storytelling spread to other villages.
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參考答案
題號 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C C A C B C B A A B
題號 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 A B A B A B C C B A
題號 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 A B C B C D D D A B
題號 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 A A B C D D E F C A
題號 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 A C A D C B A D A A
題號 51 52 53 54 55
答案 C C A D D
1．C
【原文】W: Look at this old photo of us at the beach, Tom. You were such a little boy then.
M: Oh, that brings back many memories! I still remember our happy moment in the vacation.
2．C
【原文】W: Is it convenient to arrive at your hotel by bus
M: Sorry, Miss. There is no direct bus. You can take a taxi or the subway.
W: Alright. It seems costly to take a taxi.
3．A
【原文】W: We’re having a small get-together at our place on Saturday. Would you like to join us
M: I’d love to, but I’m afraid I have to catch up on my work that day. Thanks for the invitation, though.
4．C
【原文】M: How much is the book
W: It is on sale, and you can get a 50% discount on it, for $6.
5．B
【原文】M: Are you going to travel anywhere for the upcoming holiday, Alice
W: Yes, I’m thinking of hiking in the mountains for some relaxation. How about you, Jack
M: I’m planning to visit some historic sites. It should be an educational trip.
6．C 7．B
【原文】W: Bob, you have watched your mobile phone for a whole morning.
M: I’m looking through the news.
W: Is there anything fun
M: Yes. A man went for a swim in a beautiful, remote park in Mexico. He got the shock of his life when a huge crocodile appeared and started following him. The man swam to the shore as fast as he could to escape the crocodile.
W: That’s frightening. Was the man safe
M: The incident was watched by a group of tourists who were on a bridge. Luckily, one of them had a good idea. Someone threw a big object into the water to make the crocodile stop.
8．A 9．A 10．B
【原文】M: Hey, have you heard about the new law they’re considering in Milan
W: No, what’s that law about
M: They’re thinking about banning the sale of takeaway food after midnight to help locals get some sleep. There have been a lot of complaints about the noise at night.
W: Wow, that’s quite a move. But I guess late-night food is a big part of the social scene downtown.
M: True, and it’s not just about pizza. They’re looking to ban all takeaway food and drinks in 12 districts, including areas known for their wild nightlife.
W: So, no more my favorite late-night ice cream at late nights
M: Correct. It wouldn’t be allowed after 12:30 am on weekdays and after 1:30 am on weekends and holidays, starting from mid-May until November.
W: That’s going to be a real sell (n.令人失望的東西) for people who love their late-night snacks. What do the officials say about it
M: Someone says they’re trying to find a balance between socializing and the peace that residents need.
W: I can see their point, but I’m not sure if it is desirable. Let’s see how well this thing is gonna work.
11．A 12．B 13．A
【原文】W: Mike, how are you I haven’t seen you for ages.
M: Hello, Betty! It must be 10 years since we graduated. What are you doing here in New York
W: I just came for business trip. I stay here for 3 days for a meeting. Do you still teach English in the university
M: No. Now I work for a travel agency, which requests me to travel a lot. It is tiring sometimes, but very interesting. I enjoy it so far.
W: That’s wonderful. Do you have time for a coffee so we could catch up
M: Sure. I know a nice cafe just around the corner, about five minutes’ walk from here.
W: Let’s go.
14．B 15．A 16．B
【原文】M: Hi, this is Steven Brown. I’m calling to confirm my reservation for the table in your restaurant tonight.
W: Let me check…Yes, we have your reservation under the name of Mr. Brown. You booked it for 7:00 pm.
M: That’s correct. Also, I’d like to request a table by the window for six, if possible.
W: I’ll make a note of that, Mr. Brown. We’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
M: Thank you. And I’m wondering if you could suggest a nice dish on your menu.
W: Certainly. How about the Mouth Watering Chicken, the Chef’s Recommendation for today
M: Sounds good. We’ll go for that. Lastly, is there any dress code (著裝要求) I should be aware of
W: We do have a dress code, sir. No sportswear or flip-flops, please.
M: Great, we’ll keep that in mind. Thank you for your help.
W: You’re welcome, Mr. Brown. We look forward to serving you tonight. By the way, our restaurant has moved to Beach Street.
17．C 18．C 19．B 20．A
【原文】
W: The dog is one of the most useful animals in the world. However, the reason why one keeps a dog has changed over time. At the earliest time, a man used a dog in the fight against other animals, and the dog listened and did obey. Later people used dogs for hunting other animals, and dogs didn't eat what they got until their masters allowed them to. Dogs were also used for driving sheep and guarding chickens. Now people in towns and cities don't need dogs to fight against other animals any more. Of course, they keep them to frighten thieves, but the most important reason for keeping dogs is that humans feel lonely. For a child, a dog is his or her best friend when he or she has no friends to play with. For a young couple, a dog is their child when they don't have a child of their own. For the elderly, a dog is also a child when their real children have grown up and left. Now, people don't have to use dogs, but they keep them as friends and treat them like a member of the family. That's all for today's program. Thanks you’re your listening.
56．which 57．advanced 58．To protect 59．with 60．extremely 61．and 62．overcame 63．making 64．challenges 65．stronger
66．Dear Peter,
I’m writing to share with you an outdoor tree-planting activity last Monday. We gathered at a nearby park early in the morning, equipped with shovels and saplings.
After a brief introduction by our teacher, we were divided into small groups and started planting. We dug holes, placed the saplings carefully, and covered the roots with soil. It was hard work, but we felt a sense of achievement as we saw the rows of newly-planted trees. This experience made me realize the importance of environmental protection.
Planting trees not only beautifies our surroundings but also helps combat climate change. I hope we can organize more such activities in the future. I’m looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
67．One possible version:
So, Hannah decided to make a change. She began to share the stories she had read with the villagers, hoping to arouse their curiosity and inspire them to explore the world beyond their routines. At first, many were hesitant, but Hannah’s passion and vivid storytelling gradually drew them in. She organized small gatherings under the old oak tree, where she read aloud from the books and encouraged others to imagine new possibilities. Slowly, the villagers started to see the value of learning and trying new things, and the once quiet village began to buzz with excitement and creativity.
Soon, word of Hannah’s storytelling spread to other villages. Travelers passing through the forest would stop to listen to her tales, and they carried her stories with them to distant lands. People from neighboring villages began to visit, eager to hear the fascinating narratives and to see the magical cottage filled with books. Hannah’s influence grew, and she became known as the “Storyteller of the Forest.” Her courage to embrace the unknown and her dedication to sharing knowledge not only transformed her village but also inspired countless others to seek adventure and wisdom in their own lives.

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