天津一中第二学期高一英语第一次月考试题及答案
天津一中高一年级英语单元测验试卷Book II Unit 5 & 6(满分100分；考试时间：45分钟)第I卷(70分)I. 单项选择（共20小题；每小题1分；满分20分）1. --- Could you help me paint the walls this weekend, Tom?--- ______. What time should I come over to your house?A. Up to youB. No problemC. It dependsD. Wait a minute2. In current economic situations, some small businesses will need to _____ costs in order to survive.A. affectB. adoptC. reduceD. release3. According to a recent research, some of the small islands around the country may disappear _____the effects of climate change.A. except forB. along withC. instead ofD. due to4. Lady Gaga has put off her concerts because of the difficulties ______ by the strikes.A. causingB. being causedC. causedD. having caused5. Helen had to shout _____ above the sound of the music.A. making herself hearB. to make herself hearC. making herself heardD. to make herself heard6. There are several ______ in this novel that are different in ______.A. character; characterB. characters; charactersC. character; charactersD. characters; character7. Our department usually begins a new week after reviewing the ______ week’s work.A. previousB. regularC. formalD. original8. ______ many failures, I have the courage to meet all challenges.A. To experienceB. Having experiencedC. ExperiencedD. Experiencing9. Susan went over to her parents’ house to ______ some clean clothes.A. pick upB. put upC. cheer upD. look up10. ---Mom, what did your doctor say?---He advised me to live ______ the air is fresher.A. in whereB. in whichC. the place whereD. where11. I had been feeling so bad ______ she turned up and told me she would give me another chance.A. afterB. whileC. as soon asD. until12. You should book your flight about two or three weeks _____ so that you can enjoy a lower price.A. in particularB. in advanceC. in returnD. in fact13. You are working too hard. You’d better keep a _______ between work and relaxation.A. promiseB. leadC. balanceD. diary14. I wish to thank Professor Smith, without ______ help I would never have got this far.A. whoB. whoseC. whomD. which15. His casual remarks led to ______ by others.A. me misunderstoodB. my misunderstandingC. my being misunderstoodD. me be misunderstood16. When walking down the street, I came across David, who I ______ for years.A. di dn’t seeB. haven’t seenC. hadn’t seenD. wouldn’t see17. It was when I got back to my apartment ______ I first came across my new neighbors.A. whoB. whereC. whichD. that18. When I went into the room, I saw my foreign teacher ____ some students with their oral English.A. helpingB. to helpC. helpD. having helped19. Today we are going to talk about the effects of smog ______ the environment.A. toB. towardsC. onD. in20. She _____ working at night and it took her a few months to _____ it.A. was not used to, used toB. used to, was not used toC. did not used to, got used toD. was not used to, get used toII. 完形填空(共20小题; 每小题20分; 满分20 分)A friend of mine met with an accident driving in darkness. His legs were so hurt that he couldn’t move. What was the 21 was that he found himself unable to ask for help—his mobile phone went out of 22 as a result of exhausted battery (电池). Nothing could be done but 23 in cold wilderness. It was 8 hours later that day broke, and then the 24 of the rescue (救援).It is almost 25 that he could stand the horror in the darkness for so long. Even more surprising was his 26 : “First of all I checked up my 27 conditions and found myself not in fatal (致命的) danger. As there was no 28 to call for help, I leaned back in my seat trying my best to keep the wound from 29 . In this way I dozed (打盹) off.”His story put an end to my regret for the 30 of an exploration adventure that happened last year. A group of young men 31 to explore a mountain cave and got lost.32 to find a way out in the dark cave they were frightened and ran anxiously without a sense of33 . Finally they fell dead in fear and exhaustion. According to the 34 people that found them, the place where they got lost was only about 10 meters away from the 35 of the cave. If they stayed on the spot when they lost their way and tried to 36 themselves, they would probably sense a faint light glimmering (闪烁) not far away.Don’t you think that you can compare it with 37 itself? When you meet with obstacles in life and work, you are lost in darkness. Mind you (请你注意) it’s 38 yet and you needn’t put up struggle 39 . It seems to be a negative attitude; 40 a person who can afford to do so must have foresight (预见) as well as great courage in the first place.21. A. hopeless B. worst C. more D. best22. A. place B. way C. order D. work23. A. cry B. lie C. wait D. sleep24. A. delay B. success C. team D. arrival25. A. untrue B. unimaginable C. true D. useless26. A. plan B. decision C. explanation D. excuse27. A. physical B. mental C. working D. medical28. A. method B. way C. alternative D. strength29. A. rotting B. spreading C. hurting D. bleeding30. A. loss B. failure C. disappointment D. sadness31. A. had B. managed C. tried D. planned32. A. Willing B. Unable C. Determined D. Deciding33. A. hearing B. sight C. feeling D. direction34. A. rescue B. village C. local D. brave35. A. end B. top C. opening D. side36. A. save B. help C. stop D. calm37. A. adventure B. work C. life D. man38. A. unclear B. unacceptable C. unnecessary D. unable39. A. really B. immediately C. carefully D. hopefully40. A. and B. so C. but D. whileIII.阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分；满分30分）AThat cold January night, I was growing sick of my life in San Francisco. There I was, walking home at one in the morning after a tiring practice at the theater. With opening night only a week away, I was still learning my lines. I was having trouble dealing with my part-time job at the bank and my acting at night at the same time. As I walked, I thought seriously about giving up both acting and San Francisco. City life had become too much for me.As I walked down empty streets under tall buildings, I felt very small and cold. I began running, both to keep warm and to keep away from any possible robbers. Very few people were still out except a few sad-looking homeless people under blankets.About a block from my apartment, I heard a sound behind me. I turned quickly, half expecting to see someone with a knife or a gun. The street was empty. All I saw was a shining streetlight. Still, the noise had made me nervous, so I started to run faster. Not until I reached my apartment building and unlocked the door did I realize what the noise had been. It had been my wallet falling to the sidewalk.Suddenly I wasn’t cold or tired anymore. I ran out of the door and back to where I’d heard the noise. Although I searched the sidewalk anxiously for fifteen minutes, my wallet was nowhere to be found.Just as I was about to give up the search, I heard the garbage truck pulled up to the sidewalk next to me. When a voice called from the inside, “Alisa Camacho?” I thought I was dreaming. How coul d this man know my name? The door opened, and out jumped a small red-haired man with an amused look in his eyes. “Is this what you’re looking for?” he asked, holding up a small square shape.It was nearly 3 A. M. by the time I got into bed. I wouldn’t get much sleep that night, but I hadgotten my wallet back. I also had gotten back some enjoyment of city life. I realized that the city couldn’t be a bad place as long as people were willing to help each other.41. How did the writer feel when she was walking home after work?A. Cold and sick.B. Fortunate and hopeful.C. Satisfied and cheerful.D. Disappointed and helpless.42. From the first paragraph, we learn that the writer was busy ________.A. solving her problem at the bankB. taking part in various city activitiesC. learning acting in an evening schoolD. preparing for the first night show43. On her way home the writer ________.A. lost her wallet unknowinglyB. was stopped by a garbage truck driverC. was robbed of her wallet by an armed manD. found some homeless people following her44. In the fifth paragraph, why did the writer say she was dreaming?A. Someone offered to take her back home.B. A red-haired man came to see her.C. She heard someone call her name.D. Her wallet was found in a garbage truck.45. From the text, we can infer that the writer ________.A. would stop working at nightB. would stay on in San FranciscoC. would make friends with cleanersD. would give up her job at the bankBDuring the high school career, students may begin to question the importance of a college education. They might find themselves asking, “Why is it important to go to college?” The answer is that, more than ever, college graduates enjoy much greater opportunities available to them than those who have not received a college education.For many high school students, being able to immediately generate an income after graduation is an appealing thought. They may also be affected by the rising cost of tuition, and while it is true that a higher education may be one of the largest expenses you will ever face, the importance of a college education has become quite evident in terms of earning potential within today’s economy.Why should you go to college? One important answer to this question is more opportunity. As opposed to generations of the past, high school graduates today are unable to obtain high-paying jobs that were once available. The U.S. has been transformed from a manufacturing-based economy to an economy based on knowledge, and the importance of a college education today can be compared to that of a high school education forty years ago. It serves as the gateway to better options and more opportunity.There are additional reasons as to why it is important to go to college. When students experience a post secondary education, they have the opportunity to read books and listen to the lectures of top experts in their fields. This encourages students to think, ask questions, and explore new ideas, which allows for additional growth and development and provides college graduates with more opportunities in the job market over those who have not experienced a higher education.The importance of a college education is also stressed because of the opportunity to gain valuable resources during the study. The more connections which are collected during your college career, the more options you will have when you begin your job search. Once you have ended your job search and have started your career, however, the importance of a college education has not been exhausted. Having a college degree often provides for greater promotion opportunity.So, why should you go to college? The reasoning does not begin and end with the job aspect. A good education is beneficial from many different viewpoints, and though the importance of a college education is quite evident for many high school students, what is often not as clear is how they will pay for that education.46. Why do some high school graduates prefer working to college study?A. To obtain high-paying jobs.B. To earn money at an early age.C. To spend less money on tuition.D. To adapt to the knowledge-based society.47. The author most likely agrees with the idea that ____.A. too much time is spent on lectures in college study.B. high school education is a gateway to more opportunity.C. college graduates gain more chances over others in job market.D. a college degree guarantees promotion in American companies.48. What is most likely to be talked about in the paragraph after the last paragraph of the passage?A. Refusing college education.B. Changing college education.C. Receiving college education.D. Affording college education.49. What can be the best title for the passage?A. Importance of college education.B. Education means opportunity.C. Which is more important, job or education?D. How to survive in the college.50. Which of the following shows the development of ideas in the passage?I: Introduction P: Point Sp: Sub-point (次要点) C: ConclusionA. B.C. D.CSome people say that friendship is the only channel through which human beings can ever experience the value of life. In our daily life, it is likely that you share some common interests with others — they may like the same sport, go to the same school or like the same kind of music as you do. Since you often meet them, they become your acquaintances. Although some people develop many acquaintances, only a few become their good friends in their lifetime because there are differences between acquaintances and friends.It is said that true friendship begins when someone knows what you are really like, but still likes you anyway. A true friend shows loyalty from the very beginning of the relationship. A friend will go through challenges to help you without expecting anything in return. A “friend” today may probably become a “true friend” tomorrow when they get involved in unexpected circumstances together with you — for example, when you are going through a difficult experience and your friend is there to help you out. However, some acquaintances might leave you when you badly need their help. At this time, you can experience what true friendship is.In our life, some people seem to go through life with plenty of friends. They may be funny or they may have a bright and pleasant personality. For these people, wherever they go, people seem to like them and welcome their company. But when they go through challenging life experiences, some of their friends are not there to help them. Therefore we can say some of their friends are not real friends and their friendship is just skin-deep.However, others seem to go through life with no friends at all. They like to be alone, to travel by themselves or to do their own things. It’s a pity that few of these people find success in life because they have no friends. They lack the best gift in life — friendship.51. According to the passage, which of the following statements about acquaintances is TRUE?A. They have all of the same interests as you do.B. You seldom meet them in your life.C. They are sure to become your good friends.D. Not all of them can become your friends.52. According to the passage you may get to know the meaning of friendship better when you________.A. go to the same school as your friendB. get into troubleC. enjoy the same kind of music as your friendD. see your friend often53. We know from the passage that ________.A. it doesn’t matter whether one ha s friends or notB. people with bright personality are easy to have friendsC. people without friends are always unhappyD. it’s easier to lose a friend than to get one54. What does the underlined word “skin-deep” in the third paragraph mean?A. Very deep.B. Not deep at all.C. As precious as skin.D. Hidden under the skin.55. What’s the writer’s attitude towards people without friends in their life?A. Interested.B. Angry.C. Hopeful.D. Regretful.第II卷IV. 单词填空（共15小题；每小题1分；满分15分）1. Peter and Paul had got p______________ from their parents to camp in a field close to their farm.2.The girl could learn from the living examples to e____________ (建立) a sense of security.3.The accident left the boy s___________ (严重地) brain-damaged and almost totally relied onothers.4. Most of us are aware that we must take care of the environment, and the m__________ (大多数) ofus take steps to save energy and reduce waste and pollution.5. He never a_________ (采纳) o thers’ advice so that he always makes mistakes.6. Don’t worry. I have already arranged the t_____________ from the airport to your hotel. Thedrive will give you a call when he arrives.7. They wanted to find out whether there was a doctor a___________(prep.) the ship.8. This small town is the country’s top mountain-hiking d______________.9. The government has taken some measures to prevent some factories from r____________poisonous gases into the air10. Too much screen time may d______________ (损坏) children’s eyesight.11. The students usually have lunch in the school c_______________ (学校食堂).12. S_______________ (可持续的) development is the common target of human beings.13. Don’t give up. Instead, you should always take a positive a_____________ towards your future.14. This holiday b_____________ (小册子) can give you all the information you need.15. I have no time to e____________ (参与) in gossip (闲话，流言), so please don’t come to me withyour rumors and complaints.V. 短语填空（共15小题；每小题1分；满分15分）1. It was considerate of you to _______________ the light while I was sleeping.2. She is not content with her present life and wishes to _____________ to improve it.3. She spoke English so well that I ______________________ a native British.4. If the printer should ______________ within the first year, we would repair it at our expense.5. To achieve their goal, they must ______________________ the project’s unique needs.6. To travel abroad, you need to _______________ a vise first.7. We should ___________ all our citizens to do their best to fight against pollution.8. _______________, I spend about five hours on physical exercise every week.9. She is deeply _____________________ your safety.10. She uses her photos to influence people, especially ____________________ environmental issues.11. As we know, smoking _________________ many diseases.12. It seemed that he took your bag ________________. The two bags looked so much alike.13. ________________ the dog, the little girl hid behind the tree.14. My mother _________________ our family and we all love her so much.15. They have launched the campaign to make people _______________ the danger of drunk driving.。
2019-2020学年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试卷及答案
2019-2020学年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试卷及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AThe history ofpop art begins with abstract art. Pop art emerged from the foundation of abstract art in the 1950s, first gaining recognition in Great Britain, then establishing itself in the United States in the 1960s.In the 1930s and 1940s, abstract art was greatly popular, but people began to hate this art form. Most abstract art produced in this era could be found in art galleries or the homes of the elite(名流), not in the homes of everyday people. Pop art sprung onto the scene as the people's art.Some art critics say pop art is a rebellion against abstract art; others say it is an extension of abstract art. You can see elements of abstract art in many pop art prints, especially those that consist of a collage（拼贴画）of images. However, some pop art pieces have nothing to do with abstract art, looking more like a photo of a popular consumer item, which impressed people deeply.Richard Hamilton and Eduardo Paolozzi were two of the first contemporary pop art pioneers recognised in Great Britain. They were a part of the Independent Group, an organised group of British artists who wanted to challenge ruling modernist approaches to culture. They recognised the value of modern advertising and comic book images. They used these popular images in art as a social commentary, often building irony and humour into their artworks, thus creating a new form of art. These pieces were mass-produced and sold at affordable prices.When pop art took off in the United States, it expanded to include a celebration of kitsch and the common images found in movies and television. Andy Wharhol is perhaps the most famous American pop art artist, known for his prints of the actress Marilyn Monroe, the singer Elvis Presley and of Campbell's soup cans. Andy Wharhol was inspired by images from advertisements and common consumer items. He also made a series of paintings which showed images of car accidents.1. Why did people dislike abstract art?A. People found it hard to understand.B. Ordinary people couldn't afford it.C. People disliked enjoying it in galleries.D. It wasn't based on everyday life.2. What impression do pop art works leave on people?A. They are a rebellion against abstract art.B. They have many elements of abstract art.C. They are created so real.D. They are products of advertisers.3. The Independent Group was set up to ________.A. introduce a new art form to the worldB. develop modern advertising furtherC. create new comic book imagesD. make British culture better knownBAmerican football was the fastest-growing sport for US young players last year, according to a survey sponsored by the sport's governing body.But it was the game's no tackle variety that showed the biggest increase－a finding that may reflect concerns about injury. In American football, a tackle (抢断球) refers to an attempt to stop an opponent by forcing them to the ground.The number of participants in football grew in 2015 while most other sport, except baseball, posted a decline, USA Football said on Monday, citing(引用) the findings of a survey of 30,000 children and teenagers.Participation in flag football (a no-tackle type of football) increased by 8.7 percent among children aged 6 to 14, while tackle football rose by 1.9 percent. For that age group, the only other sport that grew was baseball, with a 3. 3 percent increase.In the 15-to-18 age group, flag football rose by 10. 5 percent, while tackle grew by 2.5 percent.Basketball was the third, with a 1. 1 percent increase. Participation in all other sports declined.Tom Farrey, executive director of the Aspen Institute's Sports & Society Program, said he was surprised that flag football participation rose so much.“The trend suggests that parents aremarching to the beat of a different drummer, in pursuing flagas an alternative for their kids," he said.The findings come at a time of increasing concern about the risk associated with youth sports, particularly hockey (曲棍球) and football, where medical researchers have warned about the risk of concussions (damagesto the brain caused by violent blows to the head) and death linked to brain injury.USA Football, anIndianapolis,Indianabased nonprofit funded in part by the National Football League, believed that the increases resulted from better safety and health education."Football participation increases, even modest increases, may signal that programs such as our Heads Up Football program and practice guidelines are making a positive difference," said Scot Hallenbeck, USA Football chief executive, in a statement.Robert Cantu, aBostonUniversityneurosurgery professor and investigator at the school's chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Center said the increase in fag football participation signaled that more parents weredirecting children to a safe alternative4. What can we learn about the two age groups?A. Flag football grew the fastest in the 6-to-18 group.B. Tackle football grew he fastest in the 6-to-14 group.C. Participation in baseball declined the most in both groupsD. Participation in tackle football increased the most in both groups.5. The underlined part probably means ________.A working at a different paceB. behaving in a different wayC. ignoring the major differencesD. trying to accept different opinions6. The popularity of flag football is inked with the fact thatA. its rules have been adapted for young playersB. it receives more funds than other varietiesC. tackle football is an old-fashioned gameD. experts worry about children's safety7. What is the cause of football growth according to USA Football?A. Their safety programs are successful.B. More children show interest in the game.C. Football is less likely to cause concussions.D. There are different types of football to choose from.CSix Neanderthals who lived in what is now France were eaten by their fellow Neanderthals some 100,000 years ago, according to fearful evidence of the cannibalistic (食人的) event discovered by scientists in a cave in the 1990s. Now, researchersmay have figured out why the Neanderthals, including two children, became victims of cannibalism: Global warming.While previous studies have examined Neanderthal remains to find proof of cannibalistic behavior, this is the first study to offer clues as to what may have led Neanderthals to become cannibals. Scientists found that rapid changes in local ecosystems as the planet warmed may have wiped out the animal species that Neanderthals ate, forcing them to look elsewhere to fill their stomachs.The researchers examined a layer of sediment (沉积物) in a cave known as Baume Moula-Guercy, in southeastern France. In that layer, charcoal (碳) and animal bones were so well-preserved that scientists could reconstruct an environmental picture representing 120,000 to 130,000 years ago. They discovered that the climate in the area was likely even warmer than it is today, and that the change from a cold, dry climate to a warmer one happened quickly. “Maybe within a few generations”, study co-author Emmanuel said. As the animals that once populated the landscape disappeared, some Neanderthals ate what they could find — their neighbors.Cannibalism is by no means unique to Neanderthals, and has been practiced by humans and their s “from the early Palaeolithic to theBronze Age and beyond,” the study authors reported. The behavior adopted by the starving Neanderthals in the Baume Moula-Guercy should therefore not be viewed as “a mark of bestiality (兽性) or sub-humanity”, but as an emergency adaptation to a period of severe environmental stress, according to the study.8. What does the study mainly focus on?A. The social behavior of Neanderthals.B. The reason for cannibalism among Neanderthals.C. The climate change in southeasternFrance.D. The influence of global warming on ancient animals.9. What can possibly be used to describe the climate in southeasternFrance120,000 to 130,000 years ago?A. It was no warmer than it is today.B. It was first warm while later cold and dry.C. Its change was mild and went through quite a long process.D. Its change is a chief factor contributing to cannibalism.10. Which of the following might the study authors agree with?A. Neanderthals’ cannibalism showed their bestiality.B. Cannibalism was actually a measure the Neanderthals had to adopt to survive.C. Neanderthals’ cannibalism guaranteed their rule over other tribes.D. Only Neanderthals were found to have cannibalism in human history.11. Where can you most possibly find this passage?A. In a science journal.B. In a travel brochure.C. In a history book.D. In a geography book.DWhy doesHaitiso tend to have fatal earthquakes? Earthquakes have been causing huge damage inHaitisince at least the 18th century. The capital city has been destroyed twice in 19 years. The 21st century has beenno more kind.The Earth’s outer shell is made tip of tectonic plates (构造板块) that move.Haitisits near the crossing of two tectonic plaits that make up the Earth’s outer shell. Earthquakes can occur when those plates move against each other and create friction (摩擦力).Haitiis also overpopulated. Plus, many of its buildings are designed to resist hurricanes but not earthquakes. Those buildings can survive strong winds bat are easy to fail down when the ground shrikes. Poor building practices can also play arole.“I think it’s important to recognize that there’s no such thing as a natural disaster,” said Wendy Bohon, a geologist. “What you have is a natural disaster that comes with a weak architecture system. We do know that earthquakes like this can cause huge damage because ofthefault,” said Wendy. “And it’s quite a significant risk in places that don’t have the construction practices to resist the shaking.”Construction of more earthquake-resistant buildings remains a challenge inHaiti, which is the poorest nation in theWestern Hemisphere. “While there have been some success stories of Haitians building more earthquake-resistant structures, the country has lacked a centralized effort to do so,” said Mark Schuller, a professor of anthropology and nonprofit and NGO studies atNorthernIllinoisUniversity.Haiti’s government has become increasingly weak, while non-governmental organizations only focus on their own projects.“There is technical knowledge inHaiti, There are trained architects. There are cityplanners. That’s not the problem,” Schuller said. “The problem is a lack of funding for coordination (协调), and lack of political will from donors to organizations providing aid.”12. Which factor causing the huge damage is highlighted?A. Its overpopulation.B. Its weak government.C. Its geographical location.D. Its weak architecture system.13. What does the underlined part “the fault” in paragraph 4 refer to?A Lacking political will to provide aid.B. Lacking hurricane-resistant; buildings.C. Lacking earthquake-resistant buildings.D. Sitting on the crossing of two tectonic plates.14. What’s Schuller’s attitude towardsHaiti’s government?A Supportive. B. Critical.C. Indifferent.D. Interested.15. Which of the following can be a problem according tothe last paragraph?A. Fund and will.B. Skilled architects.C. Urban designers.D. Technology and money.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）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。
2020年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试题及答案
2020年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试题及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ALooking to the future, we are now focusing on next year's tours. We are not presently taking bookings, but if a specific tour lifts your spirits, why not mark your interest and we will contact you when the time is right.JapanOctober 2021A centre for technology with natural beauty, Japan is a must-see destination for science and nature lovers. Join us on a special journey across the country during its fantastic autumn to see its amazing landscapes, visit leading scientific institutions and experience robotics and AI.AntarcticaApril to September 2021Join us aboard the Magellan Explorer for an exciting adventure to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring the world's largest ocean reserve and best ocean ecosystem. Follow in the footstepsof the great scientists while marveling（惊叹）at icebergs, ancient glaciers and ice flies onto volcanic beaches.ItalyMarch and June 2021Encounter the great scientific minds and discoveries of the Renaissance on a cultural adventure across two of its cities, Florence and Bologna. Enjoy beautiful surroundings as you take in the wonderful collections, buildings and churches that demonstrate the period across architecture and paintings.Czech RepublicMay and July 2021Discover the legacy（遗产）of Kepler and Brahe in Prague, a city where astronomy, maths, medicine and architecture connect. Kepler became the father of modern astronomy supported by the observational data from Brahe.1. What can travelers do in Japan?A. Experience space travel.B. Enjoy its spring landscape.C. Visit its scientific institutions .D. Learn about its traditional culture.2. Which of the following can you choose if you are free in August?A. Japan.B. Italy.C. Antarctica.D. Czech Republic .3. What do Italy and Czech Republic havein common?A. Astronomy.B. Architecture.C. Paintings.D. Medicine .BScientists often compare coral reefs(珊瑚礁) to underwater rainforests, yet unlike the leafy plant base of a forest, corals are animals. The soft creatures are naturally half-transparent and get their brilliant color1 from algae(藻类) living inside them. When corals experience stress from hot temperatures or pollution, theyhaltthe interdependent relationship with algae, typically pushing them out and turning white. Corals are still alive when they are white, but they're at risk and many eventually die, turning dark brown.Scientists around the world are looking for means to protect and maybe increase corals. One common option is to create more protected areas — essentially national parks in the ocean. Beyond nature preserves, some conservationists are looking to more hands-on methods. One research center in the Florida Keys is exploring a form of natural selection to keep corals remaining. The reef system in the Keys has been hit hard by climate change and pollution, which is especially tough, because corals there help support fisheries worth $ 100 million every year.To keep the wild ecosystem alive, Erinn Muller, the center's director, and her team are harvesting samples of the corals that survived the environmental stress naturally, keeping them to make them reproduce, and then reattaching them to the reef. They have 46,000 corals on plastic frames under the sea. So far, the center has regrown over 70,000 corals from five different species on damaged reefs.In The Bahamas, Ross Cunning, a research biologist at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, focuses on corals with genes that could make them natural candidates for restoration projects. He published a study of two Bahamian reefs, one that survived an extreme 2015 heat wave, and one that didn't. "We think their ability to deal with these higher temperatures is built into their genes," says Cunning. There's evidence of corals evolving more quickly to resist rapidly warming climate. The big question scientists need investigate, adds Gunning, is how much more heat corals can adapt to.4. What does the underlined word "halt" in the first paragraph mean?A. End.B. Develop.C. Strengthen.D. Weaken.5. What do Muller and her team do to save corals?A. Restore the damaged reefs.B. Grow corals by hand underwater.C. Create more protected areas.D. Move corals to unpolluted areas.6. What do Gunning's words suggest?A. Many corals have been genetically improved.B. Cooling down the waters is key to rescuing corals.C. Reasons for corals surviving heat waves are shocking.D. The highest temperature corals can survive is unclear.7. Which can be a suitable title for the text?A. Relationship between corals and algaeB. Efforts made to save coralsC. Impact of climate warming on coralsD. Survival crisis faced by coral reefsCDisease-carrying mosquitoes can spread diseases without affecting themselves. Nearly 700 million people get a mosquito-borne illness each year, which results in over one million deaths. Humans experience continuous pressures from disease-carrying mosquitoes in many parts of the world, so we have to find ways to fight against those insects because they keep getting scarier.Even though DEET remains the most commonly used, and most powerful, mosquito repellent ever developed, scientists are actively pursuing effective products based entirely on plant oils. While DEET is an effective contact repellent, many people dislike the oily feel and smell on their skin, and sometimes some people are sensitive to it. Consumers are always interested in alternatives to DEET and other synthetic repellents, so there are numerous natural repellents on the market.In his lab atIowaStateUniversity, Dr. Joel Coats and his team have successfully tested these repellents against three species of dangerous mosquitoes. The first group of the new repellents act through the air. These chemicals have a vapor action that provides protection, and they are called “spatial” repellents, since they act through space. These are potentially most useful in backyards, parks, and houses. The other group are the classic ones that stop insects from standing on a treated surface, such as human skin, clothing or tents; collaborators at the USDA-ARS and BioGents have conducted testing with humans to confirm the effectiveness and identify the very best ones.The new repellents were designed and made from the natural materials in plant essential oils. They maintainmany of the advantages of the natural repellents: They are fully biodegradable, with no ecological concerns or environmental wastes, and generally considered safe like the thousands of types of plant essential oils used in the flavor and perfume industries. However, thorough testing will be conducted to determine if they are truly non-poisonous because there is still no enough evidence.8. What does the author mainly want to show in paragraph 1?A. The way mosquitoes spread disease.B. The high death rate of mosquito-borne illness.C. The difficulty of fighting disease-carrying mosquitoes.D. The urgency of finding tools to fight against mosquitoes.9. What is a disadvantage of DEET?A. It won’t be effective for long.B. It can’t be applied universally.C. It causes discomfort to the users.D. It greatly harms people’s health.10. What can we learn about the second group of the new repellents?A. They can kill mosquitoes indirectly.B. They are mainly used in the open air.C. They are more effective on human skin.D. They can prevent mosquitoes from contacting users.11. What’s the author’s attitude to the new repellents?A. Subjective.B. Objective.C. Doubtful.D. Disapproving.DSince I was born and brought up in a rural town, I have a great interest in nature. Using the chance of studying abroad in my second year at college, I decided to go toCanadajust because I wanted to see the beautiful phenomena there So after I finished the study program, I went toYellowknifein theNorthwest Territories.I clearly remember the sixth night inYellowknife. Suddenly my host mother came to my room around 8 p.m. and told me to change clothes and go outside quickly carrying her camera.The northern lights were flickering (闪烁) in the sky! I was shocked and just stood there with my mouth open.I forgot to take pictures of the mysterious lights.Since that night, whenever it was sunny, I went outside at night and looked at the sky. It was so cold that I lost all feeling in myhands and feet.As I took pictures of the northern lights, I came to find a characteristic movement of the lights. They first appear in the north part of the sky and then they gradually come down to the south part of the sky. After that, suddenly, they come in the middle of the north and south only for a while, which is the time when the best northern lights can be seen. Since it is only a few seconds for the northern lights to come down to the middle of the sky, it is very hard to get good pictures.The stronger the sun acts, the better and stronger the northern lights flicker in the sky. That’s because they come about from the collisions (碰撞) between atmospheric gases and the solar wind. Much more solar wind comes to the earth when the sun is active, whichleads to the best northern lights. And the color1 s of the northern lights depend on the height of the collisions and the kinds of gases.12. Why did the host mother ask the author to go out?A. She wanted to take a picture of him.B. She wanted to take a walk with him.C. She wanted to tell him something important.D. She wanted him to see the northern lights.13. The author forgot to take pictures after going out because ______.A. the host mother didn’t remind him to take the cameraB. he was shocked by the wonderful sightC. the lights flickering in the sky disappeared too soonD. he lost all feeling in his hands and feet14. When is the best time to see the northern lights?A. When they appear in the north part of the sky.B. When they come down to the south part of the sky.C. When they are between the north and south.D. When they rise in the east part of the sky.15. What does the last paragraph mainly tell us?A. Waysto take good pictures.B. The relationship between the sun and the northern lights.C.The color1 s of the northern lights.D. The time of the best northern lights.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）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。
天津市天津一中2019-2020学年高一下学期第一次月考英语试题(含答案解析)
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天津一中高一年级英语单元测验试卷
Book II Unit 5 & 6
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1.— Could you help me paint the walls this weekend, Tom?
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2021年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试题及参考答案
2021年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AThe COVID -19 pandemic has affected all aspects of life, including the way we travel. But for those who are looking to expand their horizons while still staying safe, the following three travel trends in 2021 may provide inspirations. Let’s take a look.StaycationWith many travel restrictions during the pandemic, people preferred traveling to nearby places in 2020. This trend continues in 2021. According to search data, 62 percent of people are interested in taking a vacation within driving distance of home. People who live in large cities want to get back in touch with nature. Travelers are looking for places different from their everyday accommodations, for example, farm stays, villas and cottages.Pod travelWhile 2020 saw a rise in solo travel and isolated adventures, 2021 shows that people want to be more connected. “Pod travel”, or gathering in isolated spaces with loved ones, is growing in popularity. 85 percent of survey respondents favor traveling with family or friends, and over half of the trips searched include three or more people. Pod travel is here to stay for those who want to safely be together while reducing risks associated with socializing with others.Remote working and travelingMany people worked and learned from home in 2020 because of the pandemic. Remote working blurs the line between working and traveling. There was a 128 percent increase in the mention of phrases such as “relocation”, “relocate”, “remote work” and “trying a new neighborhood”. People are actively booking longer stays (e. g. two plus week trips) in small to mid—size cities with access to immersive natural surroundings and wide—open spaces.1.What can we learn about Staycation?A.Travelling to the countryside.B.Taking an isolated adventure.CHaving holidays in nearby places. D.Staying indoors all by oneself.2.What’s special about Pod travel?A.Traveling alone.B.Traveling far away.C.Traveling while working.D.Traveling with loved ones.3.Where might we find the text in a magazine?A.Medicine.cation.C.TourismD.Career.BWater keeps us alive. When it runs out, we have a problem.About one out of four people on the planet are facing a shortage of water. Seventeen countries around the world are dealing with high-water stress. This means they are using almost all the water they have access to. Many are dry countries. Some waste much of their water. Some may currently use too much of their groundwater that they should be saving. Several big cities face acute shortages. These include Sao Paulo, Brazil; Chennai, India; and Cape Town, South Africa. A year ago, Cape Town faced nay Zero-the day when all its dams would he dry.Climate change adds to the risk of water shortages. Rainfall is less steady. The water supply becomes less reliable. The days grow hotter. More water evaporates(蒸发)from lakes and rivers even as demand for water increases. By 2030, the number of cities in the high-stress category may have risen to 45 and include almost 470 million people.All over the world, farmers compete with city residents for water. Rich urban places, such as Los Angeles, use too much water for pools and golf courses. But the worst problem is the growth of cities. Bangalore, India, for example, had a few years with little rain. It built over its many lakes or filled them with city waste. The lakes are no longer the rain water storage tanks they once were. Bangalore now imports water. A lot of the imported water, however, gets lost on the way to Bangalore.To address this issue, what can be done? First, cities can plug leaks in their water distribution system. Wastewater can be recycled. Rain can be harvested and saved for hard times. Lakes and wetlands can be cleaned up and old wells can be restored. And farmers can switch from water-intensive crops like rice to less-thirsty crops like millet(小米).Experts are looking at ways to reduce the number of people on the planet. They are looking at ways to reduce the size of cities. They are looking for ways to encourage people, factories and farmers to use less water.4. What can we know from Paragraph 2?A. A quarter of the world's population is living with water shortages.B. Nearly all countries are facing acute water shortages now.C. Underground water should he used to meet the water demand.D. Measures have been taken to deal with the water shortage in India.5. What is the main idea of the third paragraph?A. Rainfall is not as steady as before.B. Climate change may lead to water shortages.C. The water supply relies more on rainfall.D. Hotter weather changes the water demand.6. What can farmers do to deal with water shortage?A. Plug leaks in the water distribution system.B. Clean up lakes and wetlands and restore wells.C. Reduce the number of people in the cities.D. Grow less-water consumption crops instead.7. What will be discussed if the passage continues?A. How to prevent from climate change.B. How to inspire people to save water.C. How to recycle wastewater in citiesD. How to make people get access to clean water.CNASA has flown an aircraft on another planet for the first time. On Monday, April 19, Ingenuity, a 1. 8-kilogram drone (无人机) helicopter, took off from the surface of Mars, flew up about threemeters, then hovered for 40 seconds and took photos above with one of its two cameras. The historic moment was livestreamed on YouTube. “We can now say that human beings have flown a drone helicopter on another planet,” said MiMi Aung, the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter project manager at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, at a press conference. “We, together, flew at Mars, and we, together, now have our Wright brothers moment,” she added, referring to the first powered airplane flight on Earth in 1903.The details: The flight was a significant technical challenge, thanks to Mars' s bone-chilling temperatures (nights can drop down to -130 °F / -90 °C) and its incredibly thin atmosphere — just 1% the density of Earth' s. That meant Ingenuity had to be light, with rotor blades (螺旋桨) that were bigger and faster than would be needed to achieve liftoff on Earth (although the gravity on Mars, which is only about one-third of Earth's, worked in its favor). The flight had originally been scheduled to take place on April 11 but was delayed by software issues.Why it's significant: Beyond being a significantmilestonefor Mars exploration, the flight will also pave the way for engineers to think about new ways to explore other planets. Future drone helicopters could help astronauts by scoping out locations, exploring inaccessible areas, and capturing images. Ingenuity will also help inform the design of Dragonfly, a car-size drone that NASA is planning to send to Saturn's moon Titan in 2027.What's next: In the next few weeks, Ingenuity will conduct four more flights, each lasting up to 90 seconds. Each one is designed to further push the limits of Ingenuity's capabilities. Ingenuity is only designed to last for 30 Martian days, and is expected to stop functioning aroundMay 4. Its final resting place will be in the Jezero Crater as NASA moves on to the main focus of its mission: Getting the Perseverance rover (毅力号火星探测器) to study Mars for evidence of life.8. Why does MiMi Aung mention Wright brothers?A. To honor the historic contribution of Wright brothers.B. To make a comparison between Wright brothers and herself.C. To highlight the importance of Ingenuity's Martian exploration.D. To remind the public of the first powered airplane flight on Earth.9. What caused challenges for Ingenuity designers?A. The delay of software tests.B. The force of gravity on Mars.C. Mars's temperatures and atmosphere.D. Technical difficulty in liftoff on Earth.10. What does the underlined word “milestone” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A. A great victory.B. A difficult task.C. A roadside stone.D. A historic event.11. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text?A. Mars Drone Helicopter Makes Historic First FlightB. Modern Wright Brothers Moment: Mars ExplorationC. First Drone Helicopter Spots Evidence of Life on MarsD. Ingenuity: Mars Drone Flies to Take Incredible PicturesDYu Chenrui, 29, is a maker of automata (机关人偶) in Chengdu, Sichuan province. Automata are built to look like humans or animals and give the illusion (错觉) of being able to move on their own, “The art form amazes me, becauseit combines various skills, from storytelling to mechanics, and the pieces are built with a sense of humor,” Yu says. His creations have caught the attention of well-known artists and his fancy pieces of art have attracted collectors worldwide.Interested in handcrafts as a boy, Yu first encountered automata designed by Japanese artist Kazuaki at an exhibition in 2015 when he studied at the Communication University of China inBeijing. “It was like meeting a like-minded friend, ” Yu says, recalling the moment. As an art and design major, he began to learn the craft by himself and, with the support of his tutor, he kept studying and examining automata in school.When he graduated in 2016, Yu landed a job at an advertising agency inBeijing. He stayed on at the company for three years because, at that time, he was not sure that he could make a living out of his hobby. While working as a designer Yu kept exploring and advancing his skills in wood carving and mechanics. Eventually, despite the job’s good salary, it was not enough to make up for not following his true passion. Finally, in 2018, Yu quit his job and returned toChengduto open his automata workshop.To keep himself occupied while running his workshop, he planted blueberries, raspberries and cherries. He watered, weeded and added fertilizer (肥料) every day. “Daily routines helped me calm down and inspire my creativity, which resulted in an automaton called To Observe the Autumn,” Yu says.Over time, Yu’s reputation grew and his business flourished (兴旺). Many of Yu’s creations are built with a dash of wisdom, a sprinkle of humor and are inspired by observations of real life. Yu knows that there are many more creative ideas waiting to be expressed. “It feels quite good to be fully devoted to automata creation and I am still searching for myself.”12. What can we learn from the first paragraph?A. Yu is equipped with various skills.B. Yu is a person full of sense of humor.C. Yu is now gaining recognition worldwide.D. Yu is following the latest trend in handcraft.13. Why did Yu quit his job inBeijing?A. He couldn't make a living out of it.B. He wanted to pursue his own dream.C. He missed his family inChengdu.D. He thought he had a lot experience.14. According to Yu, what contributes to his creativity as an automata artist?A. The fruits he grows.B. Success of his business.C. His devotion to the job.D. Observation from daily life.15. Which of the following can best describe Yu’s story?A. There is no end to learning.B. Great hopes make great man.C. Actions speak louder than words.D. Experience is the mother of wisdom.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）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。
天津市第一中学2024-2025学年高三上学期第一次月考英语试卷
天津市第一中学2024-2025学年高三上学期第一次月考英语试卷一、单项选择1．—The Tshirt I received is not the same as is shown online.—________? But I promise you we’ll look into it right away.A．Who says B．How comeC．What for D．Why worry2．A new railway linking Jiuzhai Valley Natural Reserve, the renowned tourist destination in Southwest China has recently opened, _________ improving accessibility to the remote and rugged region.A．mildly B．conventionally C．alternatively D．significantly 3．The recently unveiled Huawei tri- foldable phones _________ an AI assistant with text summary, translation and editing functions, as well as AI- boosted image editing functions, such as trimming unwanted parts of photos.A．interfere B．strengthen C．accumulate D．boast4．—Will you take over at the next service area? I want a short rest.—Sure. You ______ for over four hours by then.A．have driven B．have been drivingC．will be driving D．will have been driving5．A patient’s medical history and current health conditions are thoroughly evaluated to minimize potential risks and complications _________ an operation.A．on top of B．in favour of C．at the expense of D．prior to6．— Did Jim come?— I don’t know. He _________ while I was out.A．might have come B．couldn’t have comeC．should have come D．needn’t have come7．Many people believe that the phrase “think twice” is _________ the phrase “have second thoughts” in many cases, but actually they have different meanings.A．crammed with B．exposed to C．equivalent to D．subject to 8．China and the United States will make joint efforts to ensure a successful United Nations climate change conference in November, a key task _________ will be to set a new financial target for supporting developing countries in their climate actions.A．for which B．through which C．of which D．from which 9．The successful game, Black Myth: Wukong places culture at the forefront, offering a dynamic and interactive approach to heritage tourism. Its detailed _________ of Chinese mythology has not only attracted a global audience but also sparked a wave of cultural tourism initiatives across the country.A．illustration B．interpretation C．expansion D．supervision 10．The climate here is quite pleasant, the temperature rarely, ________, reaching 30℃ in summer.A．if not B．if ever C．if any D．if so11．_________ south from parts of _________ we now know as Mexico into Central America, Maya civilisation has been surrounded by mystery since its discovery in the 19th century.A．Extended; where B．Extending; whereC．Extending; what D．Extended; what12．Chinese tech heavyweight Alibaba Group Holding Ltd’s online marketplaces Taobao and Tmall announced that they would accept mobile payment options from Tencent’s WeChat Pay gradually from Sep. 12, a giant step in _________ payment barriers between the two internet companies, enhancing interconnectivity of different platforms and improving user experience.A．turning down B．turning up C．breaking up D．breaking down 13．Large quantities of information gathered from extensive’ research studies _________ valuable insights into the trends affecting global health outcomes.A．provide B．has been providing C．provides D．is providing 14．The fundamental purpose of Silk Road is to bring people from across the globe together to play and listen to music, so instruments and styles are blended together to create music that is surprising, rich, and completely original, _________ culture it comes from.A．whatever B．whenever C．wherever D．however 15．—Tim has difficulty in making decisions.—__________. He's still hesitating about whether to take the job.A．That’s it B．Give it a try C．It's settled D．You're kidding me二、完形填空As a single parent of two, Carolyn had always been inspired to get her bachelor’s degree. (However, the day-to-day life had 16 in the way. Luckily, her son, Immanuel Patton, continually encouraged her to 17 her degree as he was working towards his own. It 18 they could graduate from university together.The 19 to graduation wasn’t always easy, with Carolyn 20 that completing her degree as well as working was a 21 at times. Immanuel also faced 22 challenges of his own, at one point 23 a 1. 0 grade point average and being placed on collegiate probation.“I had a meltdown, but I got back on 24 . My son says: ‘If I can do it, you can do it, too,’ ” Carolyn recalled. The two encouraged one another and 25 completed their degrees.The 26 graduation came almost 20 years after a promise Immanuel made to Carolyn while he was in 27 to get their degrees together. On 28 day, the Pattons celebrated their stimulating 29 , standing for photos with the UMGC president, Gregory Fowler. “We are inspired by Immanuel’s 30 to support his mother - for him to make that promise at sucha young age is truly 31 , ” said Fowler.32 what life looks like after graduation, Carolyn says she hopes to use her bachelor’s degree to 33 a pay raise at work. Immanuel says that he is now looking for a job, possibly in scholarly advising, given what he learned from those 34 him and his mother while they attended school. “I’m just happy we were able to get this achieved as a 35 , ” said Carolyn.16．A．changed B．lost C．stood D．come 17．A．pursue B．hold C．download D．fancy 18．A．presented B．meant C．requested D．proved 19．A．attention B．reaction C．devotion D．journey 20．A．apologizing B．recogizing C．demanding D．warning 21．A．struggle B．trick C．foundation D．process 22．A．technical B．general C．academic D．physical23．A．restoring B．checking C．receiving D．expecting 24．A．land B．duty C．stage D．track 25．A．totally B．ultimately C．nearly D．repeatedly 26．A．joint B．virtual C．original D．improved 27．A．university B．danger C．power D．kindergarten 28．A．registration B．application C．interview D．graduation 29．A．freedom B．team C．achievement D．judgment 30．A．chance B．commitment C．advice D．adjustment 31．A．incredible B．honest C．strange D．horrible 32．A．In spite of B．In need of C．In terms of D．In hopes of 33．A．afford B．secure C．include D．review 34．A．remembering B．greeting C．sponsoring D．supporting 35．A．family B．friend C．rule D．symbol三、阅读理解Uncommon Careers with Unique PerksWhen people think of traditional careers, they often envision roles like Engineer, Accountant, or Nurse. However, there are many less common professions that offer exciting opportunities and unique benefits. Here are four unusual careers worth exploring for those entering the job market. Virtual Reality DesignerVirtual reality designers create immersive experiences for users by developing high-quality 3D environments and simulations. They work in various industries, including gaming, education, and therapy, allowing users to engage fully with digital content. Why it’s appealing: This field is rapidly growing as technology advances, and designers have the chance to shape how people interact with digital worlds.Pet PsychologistPet psychologists study animal behavior and help address issues such as anxiety, aggression, and separation difficulties in pets. They work closely with pet owners to develop strategies for improving their pets’ mental health. Why it’s appealing: With pet ownership on the rise, thisprofession allows you to combine a love for animals with a rewarding career helping them thrive. Sustainability ConsultantAs a sustainability consultant, you advise businesses on how to reduce their environmental impact. This can involve creating strategies for waste reduction, energy efficiency, and sustainable sourcing. Why it’s appealing: This role is increasingly important as more companies strive to be environmentally responsible, and it offers the chance to make a positive impact on the planet. Drone OperatorDrone operators use unmanned aerial vehicles for various purposes, including photography, surveying, and delivery services. They must be skilled in piloting drones and understanding regulations governing their use. Why it’s appealing: With the rise of drone technology, this career offers diverse opportunities across multiple sectors, from agriculture to cinematography. 36．What does a virtual reality designer do?A．Create immersive digital experiences.B．Conduct therapy sessions for users.C．Design traditional games.D．Manage technology companies. 37．Which of the following statements best describes the primary focus of a pet psychologist’s work?A．To train pets for competitions.B．To provide medical care for sick animals.C．To analyze and improve pet behavior.D．To promote pet adoption and welfare. 38．The passage suggests that the role of a sustainability consultant is becoming increasingly vital due to ________.A．a decline in environmental regulations.B．the growing trend of corporate social responsibility.C．the rise of technology in consulting firms.D．a decrease in public awareness about environmental issues.39．What does the passage imply about the skills required for a drone operator?A．They must have a background in engineering.B．They need to be proficient in customer service.C．Knowledge of piloting skills and legal regulations is crucial for this role.D．Strong marketing abilities are essential for success.40．Which of the following readers would find the passage most relevant?A．Individuals looking for traditional job roles.B．Recent graduates interested in innovative career paths.C．Employers seeking to hire employees.D．Animal welfare advocates focused on rescue efforts.At the beginning of graduate school, I knew that if I wanted to get tenure (长期聘用), I had to be productive. However, when my first three papers were rejected by major journals, a leading expert told me my projects were hopeless, and I wondered if I should drop out.We all get rejected at work, whether it’s having our suggestions shot down or getting fired from a job. It causes pain. Neuroscientists (神经系统科学家) have scanned the brains of people who have cruelly been excluded from an online game. The physiological (生理学的) response looks fairly similar to processing physical pain.Apparently, this was adaptive in our evolutionary past. If rejection didn’t hurt, you might have been perfectly comfortable leaving your tribe, which would not be good for your survival. But it’s left us nervous and likely to overreact to everyday rejections. If you’ve ever given a presentation and felt upset by the one unfriendly face in a room full of smiles, you know what I mean.That’s the bad news. The good news is that we can learn to accept rejection calmly. “When you’re insecure in one, you rely on the other one that’s doing better at that time. Pliability (柔韧性) is the definition of strength,” said filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan.When my work got rejected early in my academic career, pliability became my source of strength. My identity as a researcher was under threat, but that wasn’t what had drawn me to graduate school in the first place. I had another, stronger identity: I wanted to be a teacher. However, I hadn’t had the chance: The first two years of my program were supposed to focus entirely on research.I realized that if I wanted to bounce back from the research rejections, I had to find a way to teach. I convinced an adviser to sign off on independent study projects for a group of students, and I started meeting with them weekly to teach my own little class. The conversations with the students gave rise to my first two major papers, which gave me a head start toward tenure. 41．What was the author’s reaction to the leading expert’s words?A．He took his advice.B．He felt discouraged.C．He paid no attention.D．He consulted another expert.42．What have neuroscientists found out?A．Rejection really hurts.B．Rejection is important to survival.C．People tend to overreact to rejection.D．Physical pain grows because of rejection. 43．What does the author advise us to do when facing rejection?A．Find out the reasons behind it.B．Forgive those who reject us.C．Turn to our stronger identity.D．Learn a lesson from past failures. 44．What happened to the author at last?A．He left graduate school.B．He turned into a middle school teacher.C．He worked on practicing his physical pliability.D．He accomplished some research work successfully.45．What is the primary message of this article?A．Rejection is a sign that one should change their career path.B．Developing resilience and adapting to rejection can lead to personal growth.C．Rejection serves as a definitive measure of one’s research capabilities.D．Experiencing rejection can lead to a greater focus on individual achievements.Musicians — from karaoke singers to professional violin players — are better able to hear targeted sounds in a noisy environment, according to a piece of new research that adds to evidence that music makes the brain work better.“In the past ten years there’s been an explosion of research on music and the brain,” Aniruddh Patel, the Senior Fellow at the Neurosciences Institute in San Diego, said today at a press briefing.Most recently brain- imaging studies have shown that music activates many diverse parts of the brain, including an overlap where the brain processes music and language.“Language is a natural aspect to consider in looking at how music affects the brain”, Patel said, “Like music, language is universal, there’s a strong learning component, and it carries complex meanings.”For example, brains of people exposed to even casual musical training have an enhancedability to generate the brain wave patterns associated with specific sounds, be they musical or spoken, said study leader Nina Kraus, director of the Auditory Neuroscience Laboratory at Northwestern University in Illinois.Kraus’ previous research had shown that when a person listens to a sound, the brain wave recorded in response is physically the same as the sound wave itself. In fact, “playing” the brain wave produces a nearly identical sound.But for people without a trained ear for music, the ability to make these patterns decreases as background noise increases, experiments show. Musicians, by contrast, have subconsciously trained their brains to better recognize selective sound patterns, even as background noise goes up.At the same time, people with certain developmental disorders, such as dyslexia (阅读障碍症), have a harder time hearing sounds amid the noise—a serious problem, for example, for students straining to hear the teacher in a noisy classroom.Musical experience could therefore be a key therapy for children with dyslexia and similar language- related disorders, Kraus said.In a similar vein, Harvard Medical School neuroscientist Gottfried Schlaug has found that stroke patients who have lost the ability to speak can be trained to say hundreds of phrases by singing them first.In his research, Schlaug demonstrated the results of intensive musical therapy on patients with lesions (伤) on the left sides of their brains, those areas most associated with language.Before the therapy, these stroke patients responded to questions with largely incoherent (语无伦次的, 不连贯的) sounds and phrase. But after just a few minutes with therapists, who asked them to sing phrases and tap their hands to the rhythm, the patients could sing “Happy Birthday,” recite their addresses, and communicate if they were thirsty.“The underdeveloped systems on the right side of the brain that respond to music became enhanced and changed structures,” Schlaug said.Overall, Schlaug said, the experiments show that “music might be an alternative medium for engaging parts of the brain that are otherwise not engaged.”46．According to Patel, the function of language is usually under consideration when ________.A．people tend to study the relation between music and the brainB．musicians try to explain the profound meaning behind a piece of musicC．scientists do experiments on the function of different parts of the brainD．audience participate in the discussion on the complexity of music47．Why can musicians hear selective sound patterns in a noisy environment?A．Because they have subconsciously trained their ears to get accustomed to those sound patterns.B．Because their brains have been trained to recognize specific sound patterns in noisybackground.C．Because they can produce the brain wave patterns the same as those sound patterns.D．Because their trained ears are sensitive to specific sounds no matter where they are. 48．According to Kraus, the significance of the link between music and the brain lies in the fact that ________.A．language ability can be enhanced by listening to musicB．all kinds of brain disorders can be cured by listening to musicC．music is the sole method to deal with mental diseasesD．music can be effective in treating people with language problems49．How can stroke patients be treated in Schlaug’s findings?A．They should utter a phrase a hundred times a day when starting the recovery training.B．They should chant phrases instead of saying them at the beginning stage of the training.C．Doctors should persuade them to sing songs every day to regain their speaking ability.D．They should practise singing the phrases after- saying them hundreds of times every day. 50．By singing phrases, stroke patients are trying to ________.A．restore the language function of the damaged system in the left brainB．hinder the damaged structure in the brain from deteriorating sharplyC．improve the structures of the underdeveloped systems in the right brainD．practise the parts of the brain which are under constant useLao Zi once said, “Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner. ” People- pleasing, or seeking self- worth through others’ approval, is unproductive and an exhausting way to go through life. Why do we allow what others think of us to have so much power over how we feel about ourselves? If it is true that you can’t please all people all of the time,wouldn’t it make sense to stop trying? Unfortunately, sense often isn’t driving our behavior. For social beings who desire love and belonging, wanting to be liked, and’ caring about the effect we have on others, is healthy and allows us to make connections. However, where we get into trouble is when our self- worth is dependent upon whether we win someone’s approval or not.This need to be liked can be traced back to when we were children and were completely dependent on others to take care of us: Small children are not just learning how to walk and communicate, they are also trying to learn how the world works. We learn about who we are and what is expected of us based on interactions with others, so, to a four- year- old, if Mommy or Daddy doesn’t like him or her, there is the danger that they will abandon them. We need to understand that when we desperately want someone to approve of us, it’s being driven by that little kid part of us that is still terrified of abandonment.As you become more capable of providing yourself with the approval you seek, your need for external validation will start to vanish, leaving you stronger, more confident, and yes, happier in your life. Imagine how much time we lose each moment we restrain our authentic selves in an effort to be liked.If we base our worth on the opinions of others, we cheat ourselves of the power to shape our experiences and embrace life not only for others but also for ourselves, because ultimately, there is no difference. So embrace the cliche (老话) and love yourself as it’s highly doubtful that you’ll regret it.51．What can we conclude from Lao Zi’s quotation?A．We should see through other people’s attempt to make a prisoner of us.B．True freedom comes from understanding and managing others’ perceptions of us.C．We can never be truly free if taking to heart others’ opinion of us.D．Freedom is achieved by ignoring all societal expectations.52．What will happen if we base our self- worth on other people’s approval?A．We may become more empathetic and understanding towards others.B．Our sense of self will be sharpened and enhanced.C．Our life will be unfruitful and exhausting.D．We may find a clearer sense of self through feedback from our peers.53．What may account for our need to be liked or approved of?A．Our desperate longing for interactions with others.B．Our understanding of the workings of the world.C．Our knowledge about the pain of abandonment.D．Our early childhood fear of being deserted.54．What can we do when we become better able to provide ourselves with the desired approval?A．Enjoy a happier life.B．Receive more external validation.C．Exercise self- restraint.D．Strengthen our power of imagination. 55．What does the author advise us to do in the last paragraph?A．Live authentically for ourselves and for the approval of others.B．View our life experiences as valuable lessons.C．Rely on others’ opinions to build our self- worth.D．Cultivate self- love and acceptance without conditions.阅读表达When people think of New York City, most of them probably picture the attractive lifestyles of the rich and famous or think of Broadway, Times Square and other tourists attractions. However, there is another side of New York City. The summer after tenth grade, I went with my group on a mission trip to New York City for a week.I had always known that poverty existed in major cities, but I had never seen it to a degree as high as we did there. We worked at several different locations with our small groups. One day, we served at a soup kitchen and what I saw astounded me. I couldn’t believe my eyes. We saw people from all walks of life. We met people who came there because they had no job, no home and no money.Another day, we volunteered at a homeless shelter. We helped people there do some cleaning and spent time talking to them and listening to their stories. It was incredible to see how thankful they were to us for just spending a couple of hours talking to them.Every person we met on that trip had a unique story. Whatever their stories were, there was a common thread we saw in them—hope and thanks. These were people who had nothing and yet they were so hopeful about her future and they were thanking us.My experience during the summer changed my life. I used to picture my future ascontaining a big house and a lot of money, but now I see my future as helping others. After college, I would really like to work for some sort of global aid organization that deals with social issues, such as poverty and homelessness.56．What do most people have in mind when thinking of New York City? (no more than 10 words)57．What does the underlined word “astounded” in Paragraph 2 mean?(1 word)58．What did the author discover in the people at the homeless shelter? (no more than 15 Words)59．What kind of organization does the author want to work for after college? (no more than 10 words)60．How does the author’s experience inspire you? (no more than 25 words)四、书信写作61．随着游戏《黑神话：悟空》在西方国家的流行，越来越多的外国人开始阅读中国名著《西游记》。
2019-2020学年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试卷及参考答案
2019-2020学年天津市第一中学高三英语月考试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ALocated inLos Angeles,UniversityofSouthern Californiais in the heart of a leading city. Although LA ranks highly in The Economist’s Safe Cities Index, navigating and city calls for certain safety precautions (预防措施) along with practicing common sense.♦Mobile Safety App Powered by LiveSafeThe Mobile Safety App powered by LiveSafe, manage by the USC Department of Public Safety and the USC Department of Emergency Planning, is a free downloadable app that mobile users can use to initiate contact with emergency responders around the campus. Features include: immediate “push button” calls to DPS, easy reporting for suspicious activity or crimes in progress, and location services to notify friends of your route through campus.♦Blue Light Phone LocationsTheUniversity Parkhas multiple blue light phones that are strategically placed throughout campus. Take note of where the closest ones are on your route. They come in handy in case you lose your phone or in an emergency. These phones are directly connected to USC’s Department of Public Safety’s 24-hour communications center. Besides emergency needs, it can also be used to report suspicious activity, request for an escort (护送) if you feel unsafe and to report a crime.♦Trojans AlertTrojans Alert is an emergency notification system that allows university officials to contact you during an emergency by sending messages via text message or email. When an emergency occurs, authorized USC senders will instantly notify you with real-time updates, instructions on where to go, what to do (or what not to do), whom to contact and other important information. All members of the USC community, as well as parents and regular visitors to campus, are strongly encouraged to sign up for Trojans Alert.1. What do blue light phones do for students?A. Guide students through campus.B. Alert students to crime activities.C. Light up the way if students feel unsafe.D. Connect them with the safety department.2. How does USC send out instructions during an emergency?A. With blue light phones.B. Via text message or email.C. Through mobile safe app.D. By calling all USC members.3. What is the purpose of the text?A. To encourage students to fight crime.B. To introduce USC’s safety department.C. To provide safety services for USC students.D. To inform parents of safety risks on campus.BJack was 11 months old in the spring of 2015 when his parents, Erika and Christopher, recognized his development was not progressing as it should. The feeling was familiar to the couple. Just a few months earlier, Jack’s brother Chase, who is 16 months older, had been diagnosed with autism(自闭症) after he did not reach motion and language standards as expected.Jack’s behaviors were similarly delayed, and his parents moved quickly to seek help. Today, Jack is 5 — he celebrated his birthday on May 13 — and he can speak in full sentences and read. After two years at a preschool that specializes in services for children with developmental disabilities, he will start kindergarten in theSmithtownschool district in September. “Our family’s experience is a good example of the power and effectiveness of early intervention. The services our boys have received made all the difference,” the parents said.According to scientists, autism can be detected at 18 months or younger, and by age 2 a diagnosis can be considered “very reliable.” The parents said they were happy with Chase’s success at the learning center, but still had concerns for Jack because he was not speaking. Developing social and communication skills can be among the greatest challenge for individuals with autism, even if they are able to say a few words early on. “We didn’t know if he was ever going to talk,” Erika said. “That was my biggest fear. We just didn’t know.”Looking ahead, the parents are cautiously optimistic about Jack’s next educational move. He doesn’t handle change well, they said, and he likes to know his routine. Still, they expressed confidence that his time at the learning center has given him the skills he needs to be successful.4. How did Jack’s parents know he suffered from autism?A. They found the baby clever.B. They judged by their experience.C. They found he didn’t develop.D. They checked on him in the hospital.5. What did the parents think of the early intervention?A. It made no difference to the babies.B. It benefitted the babies greatly.C. It got their babies more disabled.D. It helped their babies speak fluently.6. What can we learn from the third paragraph?A. Autism can be confirmed at 18 months old.B. Jack’s parents were confident about his motor skills.C. Chase’s parents were doubtful about his developmentD. Jack’s parents worried about his language skills most.7. What is the text mainly talking about?A. Autism can be curedif parents take actions early.B. Parents should be confident about their children’s future.C. Early intervention in autism could improve children’s life.D. Communication skills should be developed as early as possible.COn the night of September 19, 1961, Betty Hill and her husband Barney were driving home through the White Mountains from Niagara Falls. They were travelling on anearly deserted two-lane highway when Betty noticed a steady light in the sky that was getting bigger and brighter.She thought it was a planet or a star. Barney, stimulated at her excitement, said it was probably just a wandering aeroplane. Whatever it was, it appeared to be following them.They stopped their car for a closer look. What they said happened next, changed their lives. The flying object was noiseless. It appeared to be spinning. It was as big as a jet but shaped like a pancake.So formed the tale of Betty Hill, a New Hampshire social worker who, with Barney, a postal worker, claimed to be kidnapped by aliens, who were from outer space, on a moonlit night about 60 years ago.After reluctantly going public with her experience, Hill, who died of cancer at her New Hampshire home, aged 85, became a celebrity on the UFO circuit and was known as the “first lady of UFOs”.Intriguingly, at the time of the incident, the Hills remembered nothing except that they had spied a strange object in the sky. Later, troubled by nightmares and other stress-related pains, the couple underwenthypnosis(催眠) where the full story came out with the aid of Boston psychiatrist Benjamin Simon, an expert in medicalhypnosis.On their night of contact the Hills arrived homeat 5 a.m., unable to account for two lost hours. They were also confused by the odd marks on their telescopes, deep signs on the tops of Barney’s best shoes, Betty’s torn dress and strange circular markings on their car that made the needle of a compass jump wildly.After seeing them for six months, the psychiatrist concluded the Hills’ lost memory about the hours they lost on that night in 1961 “appeared to involve an amazing experience on the part of both of the Hills”. Whether the experience had been fantasy or reality, Simon could not say, but he said he was convinced they had not been lying. He guessed that it had been a kind of shared dream.Reports of aliens capturing humans and taking them aboard oddly shaped spacecraft were “comparatively rare” before 1975. After a movie, “The UFO Incident”, about the Hills came out, however, such stories increased.8. When they saw the strange object in the sky, Barney and Betty Hill ______________.A. were astonished at its strange flight and noiseB. regarded it as just a wandering car following themC. realized immediately what the danger it might causeD. showed curiosity in discovering what it really was9. The word “Intriguingly” in paragraph 6 most probably means “______________”.A. RidiculouslyB. TemporarilyC. RemarkablyD. Mysteriously10. The Hills later sought the help of a psychiatrist because ______________.A. they had lots of secrets in their lives after the strange experienceB. their lives were greatly disturbed by the unexpected experienceC. they wanted to share their unforgettable experience with the expertD. they hoped to forget completely what had happened to them11. This article was written in order to ______________.A. describe an unusual event to the readersB. convince readers of the existence of UFOsC. record how people were caught by aliensD. warn people of the dangers the UFOs causeDNowadays medical technology seems to be advanced enough for doctors to perform brain transplants (移植). Though this procedure (程序) has only been successfully performed on animals so far, doctors are still hopingto perform this procedure on humans. However, in my opinion, brain transplants should not be performed at all, especially not on humans because of the large number of problems and side effects that could come along with.Hopefully these dangerous side effects will convince doctors not to perform this procedure on humans.Despite many benefits technology brings. I do not think this medical technology of brain transplants will help. We were all born with one brain and through childhood to adults our mind developed into who we are, so if with a different brain we would no longer be unique. A person with a different brain would seem to be a total stranger and in many ways they would be. No one should steal our identity from us, even if we are seriously injured, and change it to a completely new one. Also for the people who have died with healthy brains, that was their identity and it should not be given to anyone else.Another problem with brain transplants is how doctors can choose what are “healthy” or “normal” brains. An elderly person who has died would have an aged brain that would not be as efficient as younger person’s brain. Then would doctors have to find healthy brains of the same age as the person who needs it? This could also bring up other factors such as intelligence, sex, or physical problems that a person might have had before death. Also another problem might be how long a brain can be kept “alive” after death and how it can be kept “alive” without damage.Overall. my feelings about this operation are that it should not be done on humans until doctors have overcome all the problems and challenges that stand in their way of making human brain transplants successful.12. Why does the author think brain transplants should not be performed at all?A. The cost of the operation is extremely high.B. Doctors are not able to perform brain transplants.C. A good many problems and side effects may arise.D. This procedure has only been successful on animals13. What is the second paragraph mainly about?A. People shouldn’t give their healthy brains to others.B. Having a brain transplant means losing one’s identity.C. Transplanting brains is changing old brains into new ones.D. Having brain transplants indicates stealing identity from others.14. What is the writers’ attitude towards brain transplants an humans?A. indifferentB. favorableC. disapprovingD. objective15. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A. To encourage brain donation.B. To stress the importance of brain operation.C. Toargue against brain transplants on humans.D. To introduce the technology of brain transplants.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）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。
高一英语月考试题及答案-天津一中-2014高一年级期中形成性阶段检测
天津一中2013-2014-2高一年级期中形成性阶段检测英语试卷I. 听力 (10%)第一节 (共5小题)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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Why does the man like his new job more?A. He can use what he learned.B. He can learn a lot from the new job.C. He has more free time.2. What does the woman want the man to do?A. To buy her a dress.B. To give her his address.C. To deliver her dress.3. Where is Sue now?A. At home.B. At Bill’s home.C. At the office.4. What does the woman think of herself?A. Careless.B. Unfortunate.C. Hopeless.5. What is the possible relationship between the two speakers?A. A boss and an employee.B. A teacher and a student.C. A father and a son.第二节 (共15小题)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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6~8小题。
2020届天津第一中学高三英语月考试卷及参考答案
2020届天津第一中学高三英语月考试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AAs the MOOC craze continues to explode, anyone interested in taking an online course faces a tricky question: Which course to take? Here are five aspects that you should consider before you start.(1)What is your learning style?Many MOOCs are video-based. Other courses use presentation formats. Some also require participation in group work. If you want to stay motivated during your course, think about how you enjoy learning.Are you a visual learner, preferring to use images to understand a topic? If so, a video-based course will work well for you. If you are a verbal learner who gains new information by speaking and writing, try a text-based course with lots of note-taking. Social learners, meanwhile, will thrive in forum discussions and project-based assessment.(2)Are you ready to become a full-time student?Be realistic about the time that you can commit to your online studies. Participating in an online course can take as much time and commitment as a class-based program. Check the course requirements and make a plan around your current schedule.(3) Does the course really meet your needs?Whether you are interested in a professional qualification or want to take a personal development course like yoga, there is a MOOC for you. It's easy to get caught up in the excitement of taking lots of free courses in everything that you ever wanted to learn. Before you start a course, think about the end goal. Is the course aimed at beginners or advanced learners? Why do you need this qualification?(4) Do you need a support group?Some people learn best from seeing how others approach the problem. If you are such as learner, you will need to supplement your online lessons with an in-person support group.(5) What kind of certification will you get?Take time to find out what kind of certification is available upon completion of the course, and how you can prove your learning to others - for example, certificates, transcripts or digital badges.1. What kind of MOOC's does the author recommend to verbal learners?A. A video-based course.B. A text-based course.C. A forum-based discussion.D. A project-based assessment.2. What kind of learners need an in-person support group?A. Learners who prefer individual work.B. Learners who are in great need of a certificate.C. Learners who are too busy to become a full-time student.D. Learners who learn best from observing how others address the problem.3. What is the passage mainly about?A. Picking the right MOOC's for you.B. Deciding your learning style.C. Taking the right course you need.D. Choosing a suitable support group.BFlying someone one-way fromLondontoNew Yorkproduces nearly a ton ofcarbon dioxide or CO2. That's alot of this climate-warming greenhouse gas. But there are ways to cut the climate impact of flying, one of which is to ask planes to surf high-altitude winds every chance they get.It's not something they've been allowed to do. But that may change—and soon.Most jets crossing the Atlantic Ocean follow one of several fixed paths that are widely spaced because radar (雷达) had not been able to track aircraft everywhere above the Atlantic. But a new network of satellites could soon change that.Wells was part of a team inEnglandthat calculated the fastest possible routes for passenger planes. According to them , traveltime a plane takes when flying across theAtlanticvaries with the winds that a plane meets. For instance, eastbound (向东的) flights can get a powerful push. Westbound routes miss that benefit. Faster flights burn less fuel. And less burning gives off fewergreenhouse gases.The airline industry knows it has a high " carbon footprint." But it takes decades and many billions of dollars to design, test and fly new planes. Changing a flight path, in contrast, can cut costs and energy right away.The new study doesn't show how well such wind surfing would work for all planes, in all skies and the world over. Bui it does suggest that making flight routes more flexible could cut both fuel use and CO2in some places.However, if flight times vary depending on the wind, scheduling connecting flights and managing runways and gates would become more complicated. The researchers would have to work out the best flight paths that take such scheduling issues into consideration. They may also want to see if flying at different altitudes gives a wider choice of flexible routes at the times most people want to fly.National Air Traffic Services (NATS) which provides air-traffic control for theUnited Kingdomsaid it would temporarily disband its flight-paths system and work to allow airlines to choose flexible routes that would best limit their fuel use.4. What happens to east bound flights when crossing theAtlantic?A. They consume more fuel.B. They use less time and energy.C. They produce more greenhouse gases.D. They are against a stronger wind.5. What should be done to make adopting flexible flight routes possible?A. Calculating the flight time.B. Finding the best flight paths.C. Adjusting the size of jets.D. Adding more runways and gates.6. Which word can best replace the underlined word "disband” in the last paragraph?A. Stop.B. Copy.C. Handle.D. Restore.7. What can we infer from the text?A. Planes are producing the most carbon dioxide.B. New fuel is benefiting airline industries greatly.C. Carbon footprint is a serious problem in theUK.D. Surfing the winds can make air travel greener.CThey are smart. They know how to steal. They know how to find food. They know how to intimidate(恐吓) . Who are they? They are macaque monkeys. They have taken over the old city ofLopburiinThailand. About 8,400 of them are in the center of the city. They roam(漫游) neighborhoods in groups. Dozens of businesses in Lopburi are closing. They include a music school, a gold shop, a barber, a cellphone store and a movie theatre. The Buddhist culture believes reducing the number of monkeys would disturb spiritual well-being.The monkeys were not always such a hazard. They attracted tourists. Buddhists thought feeding them was a good deed. Now times have changed. Recently, the coronavirus made things worse. There are fewer tourists, which means that travelers give less food to the monkeys. Over the years, the monkeys moved into empty buildings. They trashed whatever they came across. They ripped(扯掉) antennas and windshield wipers off parked cars. What happens when monkeys come into contact with humans? An observer said that years ago the monkeys were fewer, biggerand healthier. Their fur was shiny and thick. They kept to the temples，as well as the ruins of the ancient Khmer civilization.Then tourists came with easy and unhealthy food. Along with bananas and citrus(柑橘), the macaquesfeasted on junk food. An observer said, “The monkeys are never hungry. They are just like children who eat too much KFC. ” Compared with the monkeys of the forest, their urban counterparts have less muscle. They have more hypertension and blood disease. Their fur has thinned. Some have gone bald. With so much food available，they have more time to breed and to give birth. Their population has exploded. “These monkeys were here before us,” a man said. A juvenile macaque tugged(拽) his trousers demanding a treat. “We have to adapt to them，not the other way around. ”8. Why are macaque monkeys so popular in Lopburi inThailand?A. Because they are smart and know how to steal.B. Because they have taken over the old city ofLopburiinThailand.C. Because they are symbols of spiritual well-being in the Buddhist culture.D. Because 8,400 of them are in the centre of the city and roam everywhere.9. In what way has tourism influenced the macaque monkeys?A. The monkeys are bigger and healthier.B. The monkeys like eating KFC food.C. The monkeys have suffered from more diseases.D. The monkeys are subject to birth control.10. What does the underlined word “counterparts” in the last paragraph refer to?A. Monkeys.B. Tourists.C. Buddhists.D. Children.11. It can be inferred from what the man said that ________.A. monkeys are ancestors, so humans should adapt to monkeysB. humans should regard monkeys with awe and respectC. monkeys should be forced to follow rulesD. humans should give monkeys whatever they wantDBertha von Suttner received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1905—she was the first woman to receive it, and also the inspiration for the creation of the Nobel Prize.She met Alfred Nobel, a rich millionaire, by answering hisnewspaper ad for a secretary. Although she only worked for him for a few weeks, she remained good friends with Alfred Nobel for the next 20 years. When she became involved in the peace movement inEurope, she promised to keep Nobel informed of its progress. WhenAlfred Nobel died in 1896, his will included the establishment of a peace prize, thanks to Bertha von Suttner’s influence.Bertha von Suttner was born in an aristocratic (贵族) military family, but she spent the second half of her life working for peace. She wrote books, attended peace conferences, gave lectures and helped organize peace societies inAustria,GermanyandHungary, as well as the International Peace Bureau inSwitzerland. Her novel Lay Down your Arms, was one of the most influential anti-war books of all time, and helped to make her a leader of the peace movement in Europe. Its end to war theme was both the ambition (抱负) and the most important goal in the life of this great woman.Bertha von Suttner worked so hard for peace because she believed that a terrible war would break out inEuropeif nations didn’t work hard to establish lasting peace institutions. She made many major achievements for a more peaceful world, but two months after she died, World War I broke out. A hundred years after she won the Nobel Peace Prize, nations still seem to view war as a choice to work out their problems. But like Bertha von Suttner did, many today are working hard around the world to help strengthen peace institutions and spread the idea that it’s time to put an end to war.12. Which of the following is true about Bertha von Suttner?A. She worked for Alfred Nobel for 20 years.B. She helped Alfred Nobel draw up his will.C. She persuaded Alfred Nobel to join the peace movement.D. She inspired Alfred Nobel to establish the Nobel Peace Prize.13. Paragraph 3 is mainly about Bertha von Suttner’s _____________.A. efforts and contributions to the peace movement.B. family background and work experiences.C. writing career and life experiences.D. ambition and goals in life.14. What do we know aboutLay Doun Your Arms?A. It was based on a true story.B. It recorded Bertha von Suttner’s daily life.C. It was about an aristocratic military family.D. It showed Bertha von Suttner’s wish for peace.15. What can we infer about Bertha von Suttner from the last paragraph?A. Her fight for peace is still shared by many.B. She failed to found peace institutions.C. She successfully predicted awar.D. She lost her life in World War I.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）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。
天津市天津一中高三英语第一次月考 试题
天津一中2011-2012高三年级一月考英语试卷第I卷第一部分：听力（共两节，满分20分）做题时，先将答案划在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节: （共5小题，每小题1分，满分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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
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。
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1. How many people live in the woman’s dorm?A. TwoB. ThreeC. Four2. What do we learn from the conversation?A. The woman has been working too hard.B. The woman is tired of her work.C. The woman is seeing a doctor.3. What do we know about the chair?A. It is damaged.B. It is blue and yellow.C. The salesman is charging 159 dollars for it.4. What are the speakers going to do?A. Learn some ChineseB. Print the menu in English.C. Have dinner.5. Where do the speakers plan to go?A. A shopping center.B. An opera house.C. The parking lot.第二节: （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）听下面几段材料，每段材料后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
2020天津一中高三年级第一次月考英语
2020天津一中高三年级第一次月考本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，共130分，考试时间100分钟。
祝各位考生考试顺利!第I卷（选择题共95分）第一部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节：单项填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
1.—Did you experience the culture shock when you first got to Paris?—. I had learnt a lot about French culture before I got here.A. Not to worryB. No wonderC. No wayD. Not really2.The news at the medical conference in Madrid next Friday was given away by the spokesman on purpose.A. to be announcedB. announcedC. announcingD. having been announced3. —You know so much about agriculture.—Well, I in the countryside for five years.A. livedB. had been livingC. had livedD.live4. The police are looking into the death of the young girl to make sure it's a suicide or a murder.A. ifB. thatC. whatD. whether5. The housing price, 10 percent higher than of October?hit a new high at the end of December.A.that B one C. the one D. those6.This incident reminds me what people really want is to be and appreciated.A. launchedB. acknowledgedC. transformedD. rejected7.In 1963 the UN set up the World Food Programme, one of purposes is to relieve worldwide starvation.A. whichB. whoseC.itsD. whom8. the rapid progress we have made in controlling the disease in the past decade,it still kills thousands of people every year.A. Regardless ofB. Despite the fact thatC. In spite ofD. In contrast to9.If the between oil supplies and demands is disturbed,a series of problems will arise.A. prejudiceB. adjustmentC. outcomeD. balance10. —! Who has left the light on all night long?—I don't know.A Go ahead B. Guess what C. My goodness D. You know what11.You'd better watch the spy closely he should escape.A unless B. even if C. now that D. in case12.There is a good chance that highly students are to make advances in the senior year.A. discouraged B accustomed C. motivated D. isolated13. Kids are encouraged to some of their pocket money to buy Christmas presents.A.put awayB. put asideC.set out D set off14.As the train was pulling out,the boy waved his hands to his parents on board,with tears down his cheek.A. rolledB. to rollC. rollingD. having rolled15.It is really a pleasant surprise! I had thought I in the final exam, but it turned out that I ranked third in my class.A. should have failedB. couldn’t have failedC. might have failedD. needn't have failed第二节：完形填空（共20小题,每小题1. 5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从16〜35各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。