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河北省邯郸市魏县第五中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学英语试题(含答案,无听力音频有听力原文)
英语本试卷10页。
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、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把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，将答案写在答题卡上。
写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A．£19.15.B．£9.18.C．£9.15.答案是C。
1．Which team is the woman’s daughter in?A．The white one.B．The black one.C．The blue one.2．How does the man feel?A．Grateful.B．Excited.C．Angry.3．When can the man get his shirt back?A．At 3 pm.B．At 2 pm.C．At 1 pm.4．Who might the woman be?A．A waitress.B．A salesperson.C．A tourist.5．What will the man do?A．Turn on the air conditioner.B．Turn off the air conditioner.C．Open the window.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。
【优质】北京海淀区高考一模英语Word解析版
海淀区高三年级第二学期期中练习英语 2014.04注意事项：1．考生务必将答案答在答题卡上，在试卷上作答无效。
2．答题前考生务必将答题卡上的姓名、准考证号用黑色字迹的签字笔填写。
3．答题卡上选择题必须用2B铅笔作答，将选中项涂满涂黑，黑度以盖住框内字母为准，修改时用橡皮擦除干净。
非选择题必须用黑色字迹的签字笔按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域内作答，未在对应的答题区域内作答或超出答题区域作答的均不得分。
第一部分：听力理解（共三节，30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，共7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话你将听一遍。
1. Where are the speakers?A. At a bank.B. At a hotel.C. At an airport.2. What’s the relationship between the two speakers?A. Neighbors.B. Roommates.C. Friends.3. What does the man want to buy？A. B. C.4. What was the man fined for?A. Wrong parking.B. Running a red light.C. Driving too fast.5. When does the flight leave?A. At 8:30 am.B. At 9:00 am.C. At 9:30 am.第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）听下面4段对话。
每段对话后有几道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读每小题。
听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话你将听两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
上海市闵行区2020届高三一模考试英语试题(解析版)
上海市闵行区2020届高三一模考试英语试题I. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it. read the Jour possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. At an art exhibit. B. In a bakery.C. In a painting studio.D. In a clothing store.2. A. Visit her sister's house. B. Give the man a ride.C. Go to the train station.D. Check the time.3. A. She should get pork and chicken. B. She is quite mixed up.C. She should get chicken and vegetables.D. She shouldn't eat any meat.4. A. The man didn't fail by much. B. The man completely failed the exam.C. The man had a really high grade.D. The man's grade was low but passing.5. A. It cost more than he thought it would. B. He would like to sell it.C. It isn't a very good one.D. He got it for a low price.6. A. He is surprised that Matthew changed his mind.B. He wished he had asked Matthew before.C. Matthew wanted to leave in the morning.D. Matthew planned the party himself.7. A. She'll work part-time at the banquet.B. She'll try to find a blanket for her guest.C. She's still looking for a guest speaker.D. She lives too far away to come to the dinner.8. A. The teacher described what the students should do.B. The teacher would punish the students being late.C. The teacher required an outline.D. The teacher was late for the first class.9. A. Be understanding toward the woman.B. Lower the woman's final grade.C. Work hard to get an extension.D. Expect the woman to finish her paper first.10. A. She should have gone to Jane's presentation.B. Jane didn't appear nervous at all during her presentation.C. Jane needs to take more lessons in public speaking.D. She didn't understand Jane's presentation at all.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will he asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will he read twice, hut the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based oil the following passage.11. A. Animals yawn for a number of reasons.B. Yawning results only from fatigue or boredom.C. Human yawns are the same as those of other animals.D. Only social animals yawn.12. A. When they are swimming. B. When they are quarreling.C. When they are socializing.D. When they are eating.13. A. To exercise the jaw muscles. B. To eliminate boredom.C. To get greater strength for attacking.D. To gain more oxygen.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. Restart the speech as it has been planned.B. Ignore the mistakes.C. Make a wise apology.D. Stop for a moment and get the place right.15. A. To illustrate good way to deliver a speech.B. To emphasize the importance of repetition.C. To indicate listeners' attention on the message itself.D. To warn people of the obvious mistakes in the speech.16. A. How to Be a Perfect Speaker. B. How to Make a Perfect Speech.C. Don't Expect a Perfect Speech.D. Don't Forgive Mistakes in a Speech.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17. A. It was in the wrong size. B. It was dirty inside.C. It shrank a lot.D. It was the wrong color.18. A. Change the sweater for a different one.B. Offer the man a free gift as compensation.C. Return the man's money.D. Talk about the matter with the manager.19. A. Because the store is closing soon.B. Because the return period had passed.C. Because the man didn't have a receipt.D. Because the sweater was broken.20. A. The man is able to exchange the sweater.B. The man left the store without the sweater.C. The woman gave the man a refund.D. The woman promised to raise the service quality.II. Grammar and vocabularySection ADirections: After trading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word: for the other blanks, use one word that best Jits each blank.Marian Bechtel sits at West Palm Beach's Bar Louie counter by herself, quietly reading her e-book as she waits for her salad. What is she reading? None of your business! Lunch is Bechtel's "me" time. And ___21___ more Americans, she's not alone.A new report found 46 percent of meals are eaten alone in America. More than half (53%) have breakfast alone and nearly half (46%) have lunch by themselves. Only at dinnertime___22___ we eating together, 74%, according to statistics from the report."I prefer to go out and be out. Alone, but together, you know?” Bechtel said, ___23___ (look) up from her book. Bechtel, who works in downtown West Palm Beach, has lunch with coworkers sometimes, but like many of us, too often ___24___ (work) through lunch at her desk.A lunchtime escape allows her to keep a boss from tapping her on ___25___ shoulder. She returns to work feeling energized. "Today, I just wanted some time to myself,” she said.Just two seats over, Andrew Mazoleny, a local videographer, is finishing his lunch at the bar. He likes that he can sit and check his phone in peace or chat up the barkeeper with whom he's on a first-name basis ___26___ he wants to have a little interaction. “I reflect on ___27___ my day's gone and think about the rest of the week," he said. "It's a chance for self-reflection. You return to work ___28___ (refresh) and with a plan.''That freedom ___29___ (choose) is one reason more people like to eat alone. There was a time when people may have felt awkward about asking for a table for one, but those days are over. Now, we have our smartphones to keep us company at the table. "It doesn't feel as alone as it may have before all the advances in technology," said Laurie Demeritt, ___30___ company provided the statistics for the report.『答案』21. like 22. are 23. looking 24. works 25. the 26. if/when 27. how 28. refreshed 29. to choose 30. whose『解析』本文是一篇说明文，介绍了统计数据显示近一半的美国人喜欢独自就餐并分析了原因。
ChatGPT如何实现语义理解和上下文推理(英文中文双语版优质文档)
ChatGPT如何实现语义理解和上下文推理？（英文中文双语版优质文档）The key to ChatGPT's semantic understanding and contextual reasoning lies in its huge language model and pre-training algorithm. During the training process, ChatGPT uses massive corpora, such as Wikipedia, webpage texts and e-books, etc., and uses unsupervised learning for pre-training, so that it learns to understand the grammar and semantics of human language. This enables ChatGPT to quickly infer the user's intent in the interaction with the user, understand the questions asked by the user, and generate answers in a natural way.The advantage of ChatGPT in semantic understanding lies in its ability to understand contextual information in natural language. It can analyze the sentence entered by the user and consider the contextual information of the context to determine the user's intent. In addition, ChatGPT can also infer the context of the current conversation based on the conversation history, and then provide more accurate and personalized answers based on this information. This ability is very important for a dialogue system, because it can make the dialogue more coherent and smooth, thereby improving the user's interactive experience.In terms of context reasoning, ChatGPT uses techniques such as recurrent neural network (RNN) and attention mechanism (Attention mechanism), which enables ChatGPT to understand the meaning in the input text more accurately. These techniques enable ChatGPT to track conversation history and memorize information to generate coherent responses. ChatGPT uses natural language processing (NLP) technology to analyze the sentences entered by the user, and extracts important information from them, then performs semantic reasoning in the dialogue, and finally generates an appropriate answer.In short, ChatGPT has achieved powerful semantic understanding and context reasoning capabilities through pre-training models and natural language processing technology, enabling it to more accurately understand users' intentions and provide more personalized and coherent answers. These capabilities make ChatGPT have high performance and flexibility in natural language generation, and can be widely used in various scenarios.ChatGPT实现语义理解和上下文推理的关键在于其庞大的语言模型和预训练算法。
汽车展会英语用语
汽车展会英语用语•Affixed merchandise——Exhibitor’s products fastened to display——参展商携带的，与参展有关的辅助用品•AT-site——More commonly called On-site, Location of event or exhibit ——展会现场•Attendance——Number of people at show or exhibit——参展人数•Attendee——One who attends an exposition. May also be referred to as delegate or visitor, but should not be used for “exhibitor”——参观展会的人（不包括参展商）•Attendee brochure——Direct mail piece sent to current and prospective attendees that promotes the benefits of attending a specific show——分发给展会观众的宣传资料•Booking——An arrangement with a company for use of facilities, goods or services——预订•Booth——One or more standard units of exhibit space. In U.S.A a standard unit is generally known to be a 10’ x 10’ space——展位（在美国一个标准展位是10x10平方英尺）•Booth area——The amount of floor space occupied by an exhibitor——展位面积•Booth number——Number designated by show management for each exhibitor’s space——展位号•Booth personnel——Staff assigned to represent exhibitor in assigned space——展台工作人员•Co-Locate——To hold two related shows at the same time and in the same place——在同一地点同时举办两个相关的展会，即“套展”•Consumer show——An exposition that is open to the public. Typically, an admission fee is charged. Also knows as a “public” show——面向公众开放的展会，一样需要买票进入，即“公共展会”•Contractor——An individual or organization providing services to an exposition and/or its exhibitors.Typically refers to either a general service contractor or specialty contractor——为展览会组织者、参展商提供服务的服务供应商•Convention——A broad term that can refer to a large meeting, an exhibition, or a combination of the two——泛指大型会议、展览•Convention center——A facility where exposition are hold. Commonly referred to as FACILITY or HALL.May be purpose-built or converted; municipally or privately owned——会展中心•Carrier——Transportation line moving freight (van line, common carrier, rail car, air plane)——指飞机、车、船等运输工具•Declared value——Shipper’s stated value of entire shipment in terms of dollars——申报价格•Demographics——Characteristics that help create a profile of exhibitors and attendees. May include company location, job function, purchase intentions——参展商和观众的统计数据•Demonstrators——Persons hired to work in a booth demonstration or explaining products——（展位上雇用的）演示和讲解员•Display rules & regulations——A set of specifications for exhibit construction endorsed by all mayor exhibit industry associations. Also refers to the individual additional rules which may be adopted by show management——展会规则•Distributor show——A show produced by a distributor at which exhibitors are the manufactures of products sold by the distributor and attendees are the distributor’s customers——分销展，它由某一个批发商举办，参展商都为该批发商的供应商，而参观展会的人一样为批发商的客户。
外国政府对中国微信的看法的英文作文
外国政府对中国微信的看法的英文作文全文共10篇示例，供读者参考篇1Hi guys, today I want to talk about what foreign governments think about WeChat in China.So, like, WeChat is this super popular app in China, right? It's like everyone uses it for chatting, making calls, sharing photos and stuff. But, like, some foreign governments have some concerns about WeChat.First of all, some foreign governments think that WeChat is not very secure. Like, they worry that the Chinese government might be able to access people's messages and stuff. That's like, a big concern for them.Also, some foreign governments don't like how WeChat is used for censorship in China. Like, they think it's not cool that the Chinese government can control what people see and say on WeChat. They believe in freedom of speech and stuff.But, like, on the other hand, some foreign governments see the benefits of WeChat. It's like, a super convenient app thatmakes life easier for a lot of people in China. They also see the potential for businesses to reach more customers through WeChat.Overall, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat. Like, it's a super popular app, but they have concerns about privacy and censorship. It's like, a complicated situation, you know?So yeah, that's what foreign governments think about WeChat in China. It's like, a topic that people are still talking about and trying to figure out. Pretty interesting, right?That's all for now, see you next time!篇2Title: What Foreign Governments Think About WeChat in ChinaHey guys! Today, let's talk about what foreign governments think about WeChat in China. WeChat is a super popular app in China that lets people chat with their friends, post pictures, and even shop online. But did you know that some foreign governments have concerns about this app?So, let's break it down. Some foreign governments worry that WeChat might be spying on people and sharing their personal information with the Chinese government. They think that this could be a threat to people's privacy and security. That's definitely not cool!Another thing that some foreign governments are worried about is that WeChat could be used to spread fake news and propaganda. They think that this could influence people's opinions and even manipulate elections. Yikes!But, let's not forget the good stuff about WeChat too. It's a convenient way for people to communicate and stay connected with their loved ones. Plus, it's super fun to use with all the cool features like stickers and mini-games.In conclusion, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat. While some have concerns about privacy and security, others see the app as a way to connect people and share ideas. It's important to keep an open mind and consider all perspectives when it comes to technology and communication. Let's stay informed and make smart choices! Thanks for listening, guys!篇3Once upon a time, there was a country far, far away called the United States of America. The government of this country was very interested in what was happening in China, especially when it came to the popular social media app, WeChat.The American government had heard a lot about WeChat and how it was being used by people all over China to communicate with each other, share photos and videos, and even shop online. They were curious to learn more about this app and how it was impacting the lives of Chinese citizens.After doing some research, the American government found out that WeChat was not only a messaging app, but also a social media platform, a digital payment system, and even a news source. They were impressed by how versatile and convenient it was for people to use.However, the American government also had some concerns about WeChat. They worried that the app could be used by the Chinese government to monitor and control its citizens, as well as spread propaganda and misinformation. They also heard reports of censorship and surveillance happening on the platform.Despite these concerns, the American government recognized the importance of WeChat in the lives of Chinesepeople and the impact it was having on society. They knew that it was a powerful tool for communication and commerce, and that it was here to stay.In the end, the American government decided to keep a close eye on WeChat and its developments in China. They hoped that the app would continue to be a positive force for the Chinese people, while also respecting their rights and freedoms.And so, the story of the American government's views on WeChat in China came to an end. But the world of social media and technology continued to evolve, bringing new challenges and opportunities for governments and people everywhere.篇4Wow, do you know what? Foreign governments have different opinions about WeChat in China! Some of them think it's really cool and useful, but others are a bit worried about it. Let me tell you all about it!First of all, some foreign governments think WeChat is awesome because it helps people in China stay connected with their friends and family. They can chat, share photos and even video call each other! It's like a super cool version of WhatsApp or Messenger. Plus, WeChat has lots of other features like payingfor things, ordering food, and even booking a taxi. It's like anall-in-one app that makes life so much easier!But on the flip side, some foreign governments are a bit concerned about WeChat. They worry that the Chinese government might be able to spy on people's conversations and gather personal data. They also think that WeChat could be used to spread propaganda or censor information. That's not cool at all!Overall, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat. Some think it's amazing, while others are a bit cautious. But one thing's for sure, WeChat is a big part of life in China and it's definitely worth keeping an eye on. Who knows what the future holds for this super popular app!篇5Title: Foreign Government's Views on WeChat in ChinaHey everyone, today we are going to talk about what foreign governments think about WeChat in China. WeChat is like super popular in China, right? You can chat with friends, play games, and even pay for stuff all in one app. But some foreign governments are not too happy about it.First of all, some governments think that WeChat is too powerful. They are worried that the Chinese government can use WeChat to spy on people and control what they say. Like, imagine if the government could read all your messages and know everything you do online! That would be so not cool.Secondly, some people think that WeChat is not fair because it blocks certain websites and censors information. Like, what if you couldn't access your favorite website or read the news you wanted to see? That would be like, seriously frustrating.Lastly, some governments are concerned about security risks with WeChat. They are worried that hackers could steal people's information or even use WeChat to spread fake news or propaganda. That would be so dangerous and could cause a lot of problems.So, yeah, while WeChat is super popular in China, some foreign governments have some serious concerns about it. It's important to think about both the good and the bad when using apps like WeChat. Let's all stay safe and smart online!篇6Foreign governments have different opinions on China's WeChat. Some foreign governments believe that WeChat is agreat way for Chinese people to connect with each other and stay in touch with friends and family. They think that WeChat can help Chinese people communicate more easily and share information quickly.On the other hand, some foreign governments are concerned about WeChat's security and privacy issues. They worry that the Chinese government may be able to access users' personal information and monitor their conversations. They also fear that WeChat could be used for censorship and propaganda purposes.Overall, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat. Some see it as a positive tool for communication and social networking, while others are wary of its potential security risks. It is important for foreign governments to continue monitoring WeChat and working with Chinese authorities to address any concerns about privacy and security. By building a strong and transparent relationship with China, foreign governments can help ensure that WeChat remains a safe and reliable platform for users around the world.篇7Oh my goodness, I have to write a super long essay in English about what foreign governments think about WeChat in China! Here goes nothing!So, like, WeChat is this super popular app in China that lets people chat with their friends, post pictures, and even pay for stuff. It's like the coolest app ever! But some foreign governments are, like, not so sure about it.Some foreign governments think that WeChat is, like, a way for the Chinese government to spy on people. They're worried that all the messages and pictures that people send on WeChat might be getting checked out by the Chinese government. That's, like, so not cool!But, like, some other foreign governments think that WeChat is just a regular app and it's, like, no big deal. They're not too worried about it and think that people should be able to use WeChat without any problems.I think that, like, foreign governments should try to understand how important WeChat is to Chinese people. It's, like, a big part of their lives and they use it for everything! Maybe they should, like, talk to the Chinese government and figure out a way to make sure that people's privacy is protected while still being able to use WeChat.So, like, that's what some foreign governments think about WeChat in China. It's, like, a complicated issue, but I think they can figure it out if they all work together. Thank goodness that's done! Whew!篇8Title: What Foreign Governments Think about WeChat in ChinaHey everyone! Today I want to talk about what foreign governments think about WeChat in China. WeChat is super popular in China, almost everyone uses it to chat with friends, share pictures and even pay for things. But did you know that some foreign governments have some concerns about WeChat?First of all, some foreign governments worry that WeChat might be used to spy on people. They are concerned that the Chinese government could be reading people's messages and tracking their activities. This is a big deal because privacy is super important, and no one wants their personal information to be exposed.Another concern is censorship. In China, the government controls what people can see and say on the internet. Some foreign governments think that WeChat could be used to censorinformation and control what people can access. This goes against the idea of freedom of speech, which is a basic human right.There are also worries about cyber security. If WeChat is not secure, hackers could steal people's personal information and use it for bad things. Foreign governments want to make sure that WeChat has strong security measures in place to protect users.Overall, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat in China. On one hand, it is a super convenient and popular app. But on the other hand, there are concerns about privacy, censorship and security. It's important for everyone to be aware of these issues and to work together to find solutions.That's all for today! Thanks for listening! See you next time!篇9Hi everyone! Today I want to share with you about what foreign governments think about WeChat in China.So, first of all, what is WeChat? WeChat is a super popular app in China that can do a lot of things like messaging, calling,paying for things, and even playing games. It's like a mix of Facebook, WhatsApp, and PayPal all in one!Foreign governments are actually pretty interested in WeChat because it's so big in China. They think it's really cool how people can do so many things with just one app. But they also have some concerns about WeChat.Some foreign governments worry that WeChat could be used by the Chinese government to spy on people. They think that the Chinese government might be able to see all the messages and calls that people make on WeChat. That's why some countries have even banned WeChat to protect their citizens' privacy.But there are also some governments that see WeChat as a way to connect with Chinese people. They think that by using WeChat, they can reach out to more Chinese citizens and share information with them.Overall, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat. Some see it as a great way to communicate and do business, while others are worried about privacy and security. But one thing's for sure – WeChat is definitely making a big impact around the world!篇10I'm just a little kid, but I still want to talk about what the foreign governments think about WeChat in China. So, like, WeChat is a big deal in China, right? It's like everyone uses it to chat with friends, share photos, and even pay for stuff. But some foreign governments are like, "Whoa, WeChat is kind of sketchy."Some foreign governments are worried that WeChat is keeping an eye on everything people do and say on the app. They think that the Chinese government could be spying on people through WeChat and using their personal information for who knows what. That's pretty scary, right?But like, I don't know if that's true or not. Maybe the Chinese government is just trying to keep everyone safe and make sure there's no bad stuff going on. It's hard to say for sure.Anyway, some foreign governments are also concerned about how WeChat censors stuff. Like, if someone tries to talk about something the Chinese government doesn't like, their messages might get blocked or deleted. That's not cool - everyone should be able to say what they want, right?Overall, foreign governments have mixed feelings about WeChat. Some think it's a cool app that's super convenient, whileothers are worried about privacy and censorship. I guess we'll just have to wait and see what happens in the future.。
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Section I: Listening Comprehension (25 points)Part A: Short Conversations (5 points)1. A. The man wants to borrow a book from the library.2. B. The woman is going to the movies.3. C. The man is looking for a job.4. D. The woman is planning a trip.5. A. They are discussing a new restaurant.6. B. They are comparing two different cars.7. C. They are talking about their favorite books.8. D. They are discussing the weather.Part B: Long Conversations (10 points)9. What is the main topic of the conversation?A. How to prepare for an exam.B. The benefits of exercise.C. The importance of sleep.D. How to manage stress.10. According to the conversation, what is the woman's problem?A. She has trouble concentrating.B. She is not getting enough sleep.C. She is worried about her health.D. She is stressed about her job.11. How does the man suggest solving the woman's problem?A. Taking a break from studying.B. Exercising regularly.C. Getting more sleep.D. Talking to a friend.Part C: Short Passages (10 points)12. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of education.B. The impact of technology on communication.C. The benefits of reading.D. The challenges of environmental protection.13. According to the passage, what is one of the reasons why reading is important?A. It improves language skills.B. It helps with memory.C. It increases knowledge.D. It reduces stress.14. How does the author suggest we can improve our reading habits?A. By setting aside time each day.B. By choosing books that are too difficult.C. By reading only on weekends.D. By avoiding books that are too long.Section II: Use of English (15 points)15. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.A. AlthoughB. BecauseC. HoweverD. Therefore16. Choose the correct form of the word to complete the sentence.A. interestingB. interestedC. interestsD. interestingly17. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.A. agreedB. agreeC. agreesD. agreeing18. Choose the correct form of the word to complete the sentence.A. bringingB. broughtC. bringD. bringsSection III: Reading Comprehension (40 points)Passage 1: (10 points)Read the following passage and answer the questions below.As technology advances, the way we communicate has changed dramatically. In the past, people relied on letters and telegrams to stay in touch. Today, we have instant messaging, emails, and social media platformsthat allow us to connect with others in seconds. While these advancements have made communication easier and faster, they have also brought about some challenges.One of the main concerns is the decline in face-to-face communication. People are becoming more reliant on digital communication, which can lead to misunderstandings and a lack of emotional connection. Additionally, the ease of communication has made it easier to spread misinformation and cyberbullying.Despite these challenges, there are ways to mitigate the negativeeffects of technology on communication. For example, setting boundaries and limiting screen time can help maintain a healthy balance between digital and face-to-face interactions. It is also important to be mindful of the content we share online and to be respectful of others.19. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The benefits of technology in communication.B. The challenges of digital communication.C. The importance of face-to-face communication.D. The negative effects of social media.20. According to the passage, what is one of the challenges of digital communication?A. The decline in face-to-face communication.B. The spread of misinformation.C. The lack of emotional connection.D. All of the above.21. How does the author suggest we can address the challenges of digital communication?A. By avoiding digital communication altogether.B. By setting boundaries and being mindful of our content.C. By encouraging more face-to-face interactions.D. By relying solely on digital communication.Passage 2: (10 points)Read the following passage and answer the questions below.In recent years, there has been a growing interest in environmental sustainability. Many people are becoming more conscious of the impact their actions have on the planet. One way to contribute to environmental sustainability is by adopting a plant-based diet.Research has shown that a plant-based diet can have numerous health benefits. It can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Additionally, it can help with weight management and improve overall health.Moreover, a plant-based diet is also environmentally friendly. It requires less water, land, and energy to produce plant-based foods compared to animal-based products. By reducing the demand for animal agriculture, we can also help combat climate change.22. What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To promote a plant-based diet.B. To discuss the benefits of a plant-based diet.C. To compare plant-based and animal-based diets.D. To explain the environmental impact of animal agriculture.23. According to the passage, what are some of the health benefits of a plant-based diet?A. Reduced risk of chronic diseases.B. Improved weight management.C. Enhanced overall health.D. All of the above.24. How does a plant-based diet contribute to environmental sustainability?A. It requires less water and energy.B. It reduces the demand for animal agriculture.C. It helps combat climate change.D. All of the above.Passage 3: (10 points)Read the following passage and answer the questions below.The importance of teamwork cannot be overstated. Whether in sports, business, or any other field, teamwork is essential for success. Effective teamwork requires clear communication, mutual respect, and shared goals.One of the key aspects of teamwork is communication. Team members need to be able to express their ideas and listen to others' perspectives. This helps to avoid misunderstandings and fosters a collaborativeenvironment. Additionally, respect is crucial for maintaining a positive team dynamic. Each member should be valued for their contributions and treated fairly.Shared goals also play a significant role in teamwork. When team members are aligned with a common objective, they are more likely to work together towards achieving it. This can lead to increased motivation and productivity.25. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of communication in teamwork.B. The role of respect in teamwork.C. The significance of shared goals in teamwork.D. All of the above.26. According to the passage, what are some of the factors that contribute to effective teamwork?A. Clear communication.B. Mutual respect.C. Shared goals.D. All of the above.27. How does the author emphasize the importance of teamwork?A. By providing examples of successful teams.B. By discussing the negative consequences of poor teamwork.C. By explaining the benefits of teamwork.D. By comparing teamwork to other forms of collaboration.Section IV: Writing (25 points)28. Write a short essay (100-120 words) on the following topic:"The Importance of Physical Education in Schools"29. Write a letter to your friend (100-120 words) about a recent event or experience you had. Be sure to include:- The event or experience- Your feelings about it- Any advice or suggestions you might have---This is a simulated English high school exam真题，and it includes various types of questions to test the students' listening, reading, writing, and language use skills. The passage topics are diverse and cover current issues, making the exam more relevant and engaging for students.。
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2023-2024学年湖南省湖南师范大学附属中学高三上学期月考（二）英语试题Top Chinese Restaurants in the Greater Seattle AreaDumpling GenerationAs the name implies, baskets of steamed dumplings are the move here. The wrappers are hand-rolled—not too thin or thick—and the fillings are savory and juicy. Ifyou prefer a strong taste, get the dumplings that include Chinese chives (韭菜), which have large, flat leaves that aren’t afraid to announce their presence.Xi’an Noodle sBiang biang noodles take their name from the satisfying sound you hear when chefs slap dough (面团) on the counter. The impact creates the specialty noodles of the northwest Chinese city of Xi’an. These chewy, hand-ripped noodles center in most dishes on the menu. Order them as a soup,or as a bowl tossed with spicy cumin (孜然) lamb or just some chili hot oil.Friendship BBQThe Northeastern-Chinese-style grilled baroque restaurant is actually the Seattle branch of a New York-based chain. Meats and seafood come coated in a cumin-forward seasoning with your choice of spice level. Don’t miss the side dishes, including the garlic eggplant, which is roasted until the flesh is covered with a garlic sauce. Despite its authentic taste, you’ll constantly be wowed by i ts cool new recipes. That’s probably what sets it apart in the Chinese food scene.Imperial GardenThe dim sum menu contains all the favorites and any extras make great takeaway. But Imperial Garden’s star remains the Peking Roast Duck—shaved pieces of meat topped with long narrow pieces of shiny duck skin,served with steamed pancakes. While the restaurant uses white tablecloths and is spacious enough to accommodate large banquets, the vibe (氛围) isn’t formal.1. What do Dumpling Generation and Xi’an Noodles have in common?A．Steamed foods. B．Plain taste.C．Handmade dishes. D．Northwestern origin.2. How is Friendship BBQ different from other Chinese restaurants?A．It’s not locally owned.B．It has innovative spirit.C．It features roasted dishes. D．It has casual atmosphere.3. If you plan to organize a grand family gathering, which is the most suitable place?A．Imperial Garden. B．Dumpling Generation.C．Friendship BBQ. D．Xi’an Noodles.Located among the forests where eagles fly overhead, Jabal Sawda has long been one of Saudi Arabia’s best places for mountaineers. At 2,999m, Jabal Sawda had been considered the kingdom’s highest peak until twin mountaineers, Matthew and Eric Gilbertson, climbed it in 2018, finding it to be about three meters shy of Jabal Ferwa.For more than a decade, the twins have traveled to one country after another around the world, rewriting the mountain record books about places across the Middle East and West Africa. So far they have reached the peaks of more than 100 countries and newly identified the highest points in Togo, Guinea-Bissau and Ivory Coast.Matthew, a research scientist at Lockheed Martin in Palo Alto, California, and Eric, an instructor in mechanical engineering at Seattle University, said their work was motivated by a love for mountaineering. “If we’re going to go through all the effort to visit a country and visit the highest mountain, we want to be sure that we have indeed visited the highest mountain,” Matthew said. “We consider it assistance to future mountaineers to have an accurate survey done so that they can focus their efforts on getting to whichever peak they want to get to.”The twins’ love of mountaineering began when they were children with family trips to the Great Smoky Mountains in the southeastern United States. When they were students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology(MIT), they started climbing as many mountains as possible. In 2012, after achieving their goal of reaching the highest point of each US state, they turned their attention to the rest of the world.4. What can we learn about Jabal Sawda?A．It’s Saudi Arabia’s best scenic spot.B．It’s lower than Jabal Ferwa.C．It’s Saudi Arabia’s highest peak.D．It’s better-known than Jabal Ferwa.5. Why have the twins traveled to different countries in the past decade?A．To write books about mountains. B．To rename the peaks of mountains.C．To identify the highest mountains. D．To challenge other mountaineers.6. What do Matthew’s words concerning their work imply in paragraph 3?A．It satisfies their curiosity. B．It strengthens their motivation.C．It attracts more mountaineers. D．It guarantees informed choices.7. Which of the following best describes the twins?A．Ambitious but impractical. B．Determined and adventurous.C．Intelligent and unselfish. D．Peace-loving and eco-friendly.There seems to be a lot of talk these days about what is fair, and what is not. Most people tend to believe life should be fair. Some of the 99% seem to believe life has somehow treated them unfairly, and some of the 1% feel life hasn’t treated them fairly enough. My questions are these: What is fairness? Is life fair? Should life be fair?We clearly have no choice about how we come into this world. We have little choice early in life. But as we grow older, choices abound. I have long believed that while we have no control over the beginning of our life, the majority of us have the ability to influence the outcomes we attain. Fairness is a state of mind, and most often, an unhealthy state of mind. Our state in life cannot, or at least should not, be blamed on our parents, our teachers, or our society—it’s largely based on the choices we make, and the attitudes we adopt.Life is full of examples of the uneducated, the mentally and physically challenged people born into war-torn areas, who could have complained about life being unfair, but who instead chose a different path. Regardless of the challenges they faced, they had the character to choose contribution over complaint.I agree that challenges exist. I agree that many have an uphill battle due to these verity of the challenges they face. What I disagree with is the attempt to use fairness to solve all problems in the world. Rules and orders don’t create fairness, but people’s desire and determination can work ar ound most life challenges.It doesn’t matter whether you are born with a silver spoon, plastic spoon, or no spoon at all. A friend of mine came to this country from Africa in his late teens, barely spoke the language, drove a cab while working his way through college, and is now the president of a technology services firm. Stories such as this are all around us—they are not miracles, nor are they the rare exception. They do, however, demonstrate blindness to the mindset of the fairness.8. What is the primary purpose of the text?A．To promote “efforts over complaint”.B．To stress the importance of fairness.C．To share an inspiring story of a friend.D．To prove that fairness is a state of mind.9. What does the underlined word “abound” in paragraph 2 mean?A．Change fully.B．Remain the same.C．Exist in numbers.D．Disappear completely.10. What opinion may the writer agree with?A．Most of us can affect the results we achieve.B．Our background determines our choices.C．People’s desire and determination create unfairness.D．We should depend on fairness to solve all problems.11. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A．Fairness Is JusticeB．Life Is Not Fair—Deal with ItC．Fairness Comes FirstD．Cry for FairnessThe 2010s brought no shortage of miraculous technologies, from tablet computers to4G mobile internet. But these had surprisingly little effect on the economy. During that decade productivity growth in the developed countries averaged a miserable (少得可怜的) 1% a year, holding down average wages. Innovative firms embraced new tech, but many less adventurous ones did not bother. The experience showed that technological breakthroughs and improvements in average living standards do not always go hand in hand.Generative AI, its developers say, will be different. Not since the invention of the internet has a new technology so captured the public imagination. The technology is consumer-friendly: within days of its release to the public, Chat GPT, the most famous AI chat bot, had millions of users. It is easy to see how this innovation could improve all types of work at all types of firms, from increasing the accuracy of doctors’ diagnoses to helping programmers write software code more efficiently.With that said, for AI to truly spread out in the economy, it needs to make its mark beyond the most innovative companies. And this will take time. Although the internet began to be used by some companies in the early 1990s, it was not until the late 2000s that two-thirds of American businesses had a website. About 70 world’s largest firms still show no interest in AI, according to our analysis. Some evidence even suggests that usage of Chat GPT and its competitors is falling — perhaps as people have tried it out, and then decided it is not for them.Indeed, even the most powerful technologies take time to be adopted, because companies tend to use a mix of software and services, some of which may be years or even decades old. Replacing outdated systems can be costly and complicated. Moreover, in the many industries either run or heavily regulated by the government, such as healthcare, education and construction, bosses and trade unions often resist the application of new technology, worried that it will lead to job losses. In time AI could well transform how people live their lives and do their jobs. But the road to widespread usage, and any resulting productivity boom, will be a long one.12. What is paragraph 1 mainly about?A．How productivity affects average wages.B．Why the 2010s is a productive decade.C．Whether economic growth follows new technologies.D．What innovative companies care for.13. What does the author want to indicate by mentioning Chat GPT in paragraph 2?A．AI’s public imagination.B．Consumers’ enthusiasm.C．AI’s healthy p rofits. D．AI’s huge potential.14. What can be inferred from paragraph 3?A．Big firms are less motivated to adopt new tech.B．More efforts are needed to advocate AI.C．Chat GPT is falling behind its competitors.D．Websites were uncommon in the early 2000s.15. Which word best describes the author’s attitude towards the future of AI?A．Hopeful. B．Worried. C．Cautious. D．Pessimistic. Perseverance isn’t easy. But before you blame your lack of willpower, consider this: Building mental strength is similar to building physical strength. In just a few minutes each day, you can train your brain to think differently, manage your emotions, and behave productively. 1617 Think about three things you are grateful for in your life. It could be as simple as the clean water that you drink. Write in a gratitude journal, list the things you feel grateful for over dinner, or make it a habit to find what you’re thankful for before you go to bed. Over time, being grateful becomes a second nature.It’s impossible to stay strong when you’re thinking about something that happened last week or horrible things going to happen tomorrow. 18 It’s therefore of great significance to be able to concentrate on the present. With regular practice, you’ll increase the ability to focus.It can be tempting to wait until you feel ready to make a change. But waiting until you feel good about yourself before you take action could backfire. Instead, when you change your behavior, your thoughts and your emotions will follow. So when you’re sad, put your shoulders back and smile, and you’ll feel better. 19Every day is a chance to develop some mental strength. Simple, short exercises performed over time will help you build mental strength. 20 Feeling sorry for yourself and giving up after your first failure are just a few of the bad habits that could discourage you from building your mental strength.Back in the days when I was just a young student, I was always absent from school ______, too shy to step into the public attention. My grades, though not absolutely good, was above the ______. However, an unexpected incident allowed me to______life lessons and gradually accept the challenges thrown at me.One rainy afternoon, while walking home from school, an accident happened. A speeding car______me, leaving me with a broken leg. Lying on my hospital bed,pain aching through my body, the reality of my situation ______. This unforeseen incident had set me back academically, and I needed to figure out how to achieve my previous______.With the help of my parents and teachers, who ______accompanied me through the healing process, I managed to transform my ______ into a stepping stone. I began to acquire the will to push myself beyond my limits. After several months, I returned to school. My teachers had made accommodations for me, which included access to ______classes to catch up on the lessons I missed. Fueled by a newfound ______, I made every effort to engage in all activities and strived to stay active in both the academic and extracurricular fields.In the end, my actions______fruit. Not only did my academic performance improve, but I also developed an ability to adapt to unexpected situations. I realized the importance of being ableto______my fears and overcome them. The incident that I______viewed as a major discouragement was, in fact, a turning point in my life. It was an opportunity to adjust my perspective and learn to admire the strength within myself.The______did not happen overnight. It was a gradual process, just like adding a new piece to a puzzle every day. But with each piece, I moved one step closer to the bigger ______ .21.A．camps B．days C．facilities D．events22.A．minimum B．maximum C．average D．majority23.A．absorb B．forget C．teach D．avoid24.A．approached B．hit C．lifted D．followed25.A．gave in B．sank in C．fit in D．cut in26.A．standing B．playing C．suffering D．finding27.A．occasionally B．casually C．constantly D．scarcely28.A．shyness B．setback C．strength D．performance29.A．practical B．optional C．basic D．extra30.A．drive B．concept C．version D．skill31.A．planted B．distributed C．sold D．bore32.A．assess B．address C．monitor D．hide33.A．initially B．actually C．suddenly D．eventually34.A．inspiration B．assumption C．transformation D．exploration35.A．space B．ambition C．picture D．capacity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。
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Barter is the direct exchange of goods between two parties in a transaction.
Barter Trade
Requirement for sellers:
In a barter transaction, the seller must be able to dispose of the goods at a net price equal to the expected selling price in a regular, forcash transaction.
Some Understanding of Countertrade
Although cash is the preferred method of payment, more and more, countertrades are becoming an important part of trade with Eastern Europe, China, and to a varying degree some Latin American and African nations.
Compensation Deals
If the company has a use for the goods received, the process is relatively simple and uncomplicated.
On the other hand, if the seller has to rely on a third party to find a buyer, the cost involved must be anticipated in the original compensation negotiation if the net proceeds to the seller are to be equal to the market price.
Another possibility is the use of a switch trader, an outsider who will “switch” the traded goods to a third country where a market exists.
Compensation Deals
The key problems in successfully consummating countertrade transactions are
(1) accurately establishing the market value of the goods being offered and
Types of Countertrade
countertrade includes four distinct types of transactions:
1. barter trade 2. compensation deals 3. counter purchase 4. buy-back
Barter Trade
Compensation Deals
An advater is the immediate cash settlement of a portion of the bill; the remainder of the cash is generated after successful sale of the goods received.
(2) disposing of the bartered goods once they are received.
Most countertrades judged unsuccessful are the result of one or both of the problems cited not being properly solved.
Compensation deals involve payment in goods
and in cash.
for example: A seller delivers lathes to a buyer in other country and receives 70 percent of the payment in convertible currency and 30 percent in tanned hides and wool. In an actual deal, General Motor Corporation sold $17 million worth of locomotives and diesel engines to Yugoslavia and took cash and $4 million in Yugoslavia cutting tools as payment.
Barter Trade
Information Channel:
Because of the almost limitless range of goods and quality grades possible and a lack of expertise or information necessary, sellers rely on (barter houses) to provide information and find potential buyers for the goods received.
Further, during the negotiation stage of a barter deal, the seller must have some knowledge of the market and the price for the items offered in trade.