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宁夏青铜峡市宁朔中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

宁夏青铜峡市宁朔中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

宁夏青铜峡市宁朔中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题一、阅读理解Four Books Worth ReadingBook: Cloacal ContemplationsAuthor: Llyris WoodPrice: Paperback $20.99This collection of true stories shares the funny, sad, and interesting experiences of a long-term wildlife carer and shows readers how amazing our wildlife is. The book shows it is important for us to protect the wildlife and offers the ways to do that.Book: SplashdownAuthor: Russell SmithPrice: Paperback$19.99Three young people developed a unique seaplane service in New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds, where seaplanes were formerly unknown. Follow their many adventures—some highly amusing, some harrowing and often life-saving. It is a book full of creative ideas, which help to develop your ability of imagination.Book: An Entangled LifeAuthor: Dr. Greta ArchboldPrice: Paperback $33.99This is the story of a woman looking for love and happiness. After 16 years of searching, a miracle occurs on a vacation to Israel, where she meets her true love. Love is the theme of the world and the life without love is incomplete. Read this book and understand the true meaning of love.Book: The Gift of LiteracyAuthor: Elaine AlvinPrice: Paperback$12.86This manual aims to guide teachers and parents as they handle students with learningdifficulties, as well as underachieving gifted and talented kids, in the area of literacy. It shows real annoying cases related to literacy in daily life and introduces the ways to deal with them. The manual is so popular with teachers and parents that it sells well since published.1.Which book is the cheapest?A.Cloacal Contemplations.B.The Gift of Literacy.C.An Entangled Life.D.Splashdown.2.Who might be more interested in reading Splashdown?A.People who are curious about wildlife.B.People who do study on learning difficulties.C.People who enjoy reading love stories.D.People who are eager to explore new things.3.Which author may devote his/her life to education?A.Elaine Alvin B.Russell Smith.C.Greta Archbold.D.Llyris WoodWhat is a good excuse to ask for some time off? At your school, sickness may be the only one. But in British schools, family events are also well-accepted ones. The National Association of Head Teachers in the UK has written new guidelines about students asking for leave. They will allow parents to take their children out of school for family weddings or funerals (葬礼) or visiting an ill relative.This is a change from the 2013 guidelines that stopped parents taking children out of school without permission. Otherwise, they could have got a fine of 60 pounds (about 600 yuan) or faced court. Family events were not proper excuses to get permission.Many parents complained about this rule.“Taking family events is very important for children’s growth and that is a lesson the schools cannot ever teach our children.” John Hemming, chairman of Parents Want a Say Organization, told The Independent.The new change supports this idea and gives permission to students taking time off for family events. It’s now OK for British students to take time off for family events.In China, however, many students rarely have time off for family events.“That’s part of the reason for the generation gap (代沟) between parents and children,” GuoHongxia, a researcher at National Institute of Education Sciences, wrote in China Education Daily. 4.In Chinese schools ________ is a good excuse to ask for time off.A.any excuse B.only sicknessC.school sport D.family events5.In the UK now, parents won’t be allowed to take out their children out of school because of________.A.family weddings B.family funeralsC.fishing organization D.visiting an ill relative6.Before 2013, ________ could get a fine or face court after taking children out without permission in the UK.A.Parents Want a Say B.the head teachers of the schoolC.children’s teachers D.children’s parents7.According to the passage, we know that ________.A.in the UK, there’s a big generation gap between parents and childrenB.in China, many students seldom have time off for family eventsC.there’s no difference between the rules of taking time off in the worldD.all the students aren’t allowed to take time off for family eventsA young man once went into town and bought himself a pair of trousers. When he got home, he went upstairs to his living room and put them on. He found that they were about two inches too long.He went downstairs, where his mother and his two sisters were washing up the tea things in the kitchen, “These new trousers are too long,” he said. “They need to be cut short by about two inches. Would one of you mind doing this for me, please?” His mother and sisters were busy and none of them said anything.But as soon as his mother finished washing up, she went upstairs to her son’s room and cut the trousers short by two inches. She came downstairs without saying anything to her daughters.Later, after supper, the elder sister remembered her brother’s trousers. She was a kind-hearted girl, so she went quietly upstairs without saying anything to anyone, and shorted the trousers by two inches.The younger sister went to the cinema, but when she came back, she, too,remembered what her brother had said. So she ran upstairs with her scissors, needle, and thread(剪子,针和线),and took two inches off the legs of the new trousers.You can imagine the look on the young man’s face when he put the trousers on the next morning.8.The main idea of this passage is that____________.A.the young man bought himself a pair of trousersB.the young man’ new trousers were cut too shortC.the young man’s mother and sisters hated to speak to each otherD.the young man was loved by his mother and sisters very much9.Why didn’t the young man’s mother and sisters give him a reply after he asked one of them to cut his trousers short?A.Because they did not know how to answer him.B.Because they were too busy to answer him.C.Because they were used to keeping silence when they were busy.D.Because they all thought someone else wanted to do it.10.How many inches were the new trousers cut short by his sisters?A.2 inches B.6 inches C.4 inches D.8 inches 11.What would the young man feel when he put the trousers on the next morning?A.Worried B.Cry C.Surprising D.SadOfficials have unveiled the gold, silver and bronze medals that will be awarded at this summer’s Olympic games in Paris, and each one contains a unique souvenir: a fragment (碎片) of waste iron from the Eiffel Tower.“It’s the opportunity for the athletes to bring back a piece of Paris with them,” Thierry Reboul, creative director of Paris 2024, told reporters last week. “The absolute symbol of Paris and France is the Eiffel Tower.”The Eiffel Tower opened in 1889 and during the later repair work, some of the original iron was cut off and preserved over time. Now, some of those preserved metal fragments have found new homes.Each new Olympic me dal features a piece of Eiffel Tower iron — though the signature “Eiffel Tower brown” paint has been removed. These pieces have been shaped into hexagons (六边形), which is the “shape of France”. Besides, there are words “Paris 2024”, the Olympic rings and the Games logo, which looks like a flame or the face of a woman with a bob haircut.How did they think of such an idea? Joachim Roncin, head of design at the Paris Games organizing committee told the press, “We talked about the design many times and realized that there’s one symbol known across the world, which is the Eiffel Tower. We said to ourselves, ‘Hey, what if we approached the Eiffel Tower Operating Company to see if it’s possible to get a bit of the Eiffel Tower to integrate into the medal?’”When the Eiffel Tower Operating Company agreed to volunteer pieces of original iron, “the dream became reality,” adds Roncin.The medals, designed by the luxury Paris jewelry house Chaumet, make people think of the Eiffel Tower in several other ways. The pieces of iron are secured by what looks like special nails that hold the structure together, and the medals’ ribbons are decorated with patterns of the tower’s latticework structure.The iron fragments are set in recycled silver, gold and bronze disks. Over 5,000 medals are being made.12.What does Thierry mean by saying “bring back a piece of Paris”?A.The athletes will buy souvenirs about Paris.B.The athletes will take many photos of Paris.C.Part of the athletes’ medal is from the symbol of Paris.D.The Eiffel Tower will be left in the athletes’ memory.13.What is mainly talked about in paragraph 4?A.The symbolic meaning of the hexagons.B.The shape and material of the Olympic medal.C.The processing technique of the Eiffel Tower iron pieces.D.The design of the Eiffel Tower iron fragment on the medal.14.How did the designers get the idea of adding the waste iron?A.From a strange dream.B.By asking for the public.C.Through their discussion.D.By studying the Eiffel Tower.15.What can we infer about the new Olympic medals?A.They are innovative.B.They are light.C.They have six sides.D.They are golden-colored.If the only reading you ever do is the novel or magazine, the speed at which you read -probably does not matter very much. But if you have to read a great deal for study, you will appreciate the benefits of being able to read more quickly. 16·Before you open the book, make sure that you are comfortable. You need a seat which supports your back and the book should be at the right distance from your eyes. 1718 Look at the table of contents, the preface, the chapter heading,etc.This will help you to decide whether you really need to read the whole book or only certain parts of it. Ten minutes spent in this way could save you quite a lot of time in the long run.If you decide that you need to read the whole book, decide how much you can read at a time. 19 A history book which may contain the facts in story form will be easier to read than one dealing with scientific subjects. In the former case you may be able to read a chapter. In the latter you may only be able to read one page.Always keep a pencil and paper beside you. 20 Note also the facts important for your purpose as well as anything which leads you to further research. You don't have to write these things in detail. It is enough to put the page number and one or two words as a reminder . A.Stop to have a rest now and then.B.Spend a few minutes looking through the book.C.This depends on the type of book you are reading.D.Here are some tips to help improve your reading speed.E.Make a note of any page which is of special importance.F.You may find yourself having to learn something by heart.G.Keep the room cool rather than warm to avoid feeling sleepy.二、完形填空Carney found her father’s bucket list (遗愿清单) in a brown bag by chance. She lookeddown at it and 21 to finish it. For Carney, the bucket list was an 22 opportunity to work through her pain caused by her dad’s death and 23 with her dad. It was also a way to keep his spirit 24 in her life.The first thing she 25 was “Donate money to education in poor areas.” She learned that many students in Georgia had dropped out of school because of 26 . She and her husband flew there to 27 them.On Dec.27,2022, Carney 28 the last task on her dad’s list: “Have five songs 29 .” She picked a few of her father’s favorites and recorded them in a 30 . While doing that, Carney recalled those fondest memories—his father’s 31 to her before she went to bed at night. She felt like she was singing with father again.Completing the bucket list enabled Carney to get to 32 her dad in a way she hadn’t had the chance to. It also helped her understand her father’s goals and his 33 . In her dairy, she wrote: “It helped me understand my father better, to see him as a human being full of 34 . And doing that helped me to understand myself and fell more of a sense of 35 in my life.”21.A.continued B.refused C.decided D.happened 22.A.acceptable B.unexpected C.admirable D.unbelievable 23.A.reconnect B.share C.play D.leave 24.A.alive B.friendly C.moving D.simple 25.A.forgot B.found C.completed D.imagined 26.A.sorrow B.disappointment C.illness D.poverty 27.A.help B.welcome C.understand D.follow 28.A.picked out B.carried out C.made out D.threw out 29.A.written B.heard C.recorded D.prepared 30.A.shop B.studio C.school D.square 31.A.singing B.walking C.talking D.dancing 32.A.forgive B.find C.know D.like 33.A.victories B.celebrations C.abilities D.dreams 34.A.confidence B.love C.humour D.hatred 35.A.honesty B.desire C.leisure D.purpose三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

湖北省武汉中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学收心考试英语试题

湖北省武汉中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学收心考试英语试题

湖北省武汉中学2024-2025学年度高二年级开学收心考试英语注意事项:1. 答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息2. 请将答案正确填写在答题卡上第I卷(选择题)第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

例:How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。

1. Why was the woman worried?A. The boy cut a line.B. The boy went out alone.C. The boy told a lie.2. When does the bank close on Sunday?A. At 9:00 p.m.B. At 5:00 p.m.C. At 4:00 p.m.3. What is the man dissatisfied with about the store?A. The service.B. The clothes.C. The price.4. How did the man get his shirt?A. From his father.B. From an e-mall.C. From a souvenir shop.5. Where will the woman put her plants?A. In her backyard.B. In her window.C. On her balcony.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

黑龙江省大庆市萨尔图区大庆实验中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试卷

黑龙江省大庆市萨尔图区大庆实验中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试卷

黑龙江省大庆市萨尔图区大庆实验中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试卷一、阅读理解Talking Together About Collaboration (合作)Monday, June 19, 11:30 a.m.The Museum of Modern ArtFree with Museum admissionThe ongoing Talking Together conversation series provides an opportunity to think deeply about a broad but timely theme. Understanding that art provides connections to each other and the world around us, we will consider this month’s theme, “collaboration,” through selected works in the exhibition Robert Rauschenberg: Among Friends.This session is led by Paula Stuttman.Drawing Is a Way of ThinkingMonday, June 19, 1:30 p.m.The Museum of Modern ArtFree with Museum admissionThe act of drawing allows us to understand an artwork through mark making. Join us in this ongoing series as we explore artworks through drawing and conversation. This week we draw from a selected work in the exhibition Robert Rauschenberg: Among Friends.This session is led by Paula StuttmanSunset ViewingsMonday, June 19, 8:15 p.m.MoMA PS1One of artist James Turrell’s celebrated Skyspaces, Meeting is a site-specific installation (现代雕塑装置) that invites viewers to look upwards toward a clear view of the sky. The installation features a multicolored lighting program synchronized (同步) to sunrise and sunset.When the sunset lighting program falls outside of regular museum hours, MoMA PS1 is hosting special after-hours viewings on Monday evenings. These events have limited capacity andrequire an advance ticket.Postwar Art Wore RedThursday, June 29, 11:30 a. mThe Museum of Modern ArtFree with Museum admissionJoin us for a lively discussion about the work of artists featured in the exhibition Making Space: Women Artists and Postwar Abstraction, which shines a spotlight on the impressive but still relatively under-recognized achievements of women artists after the end of World War II.This session is led by Tamara Kostianovsky.1.What similarity do the first two events share?A.They start at the same time B.They select the same works.C.They involve the same artist.D.They explore the same theme2.Which of the following is true about Sunset Viewings?A.It is intended to watch sunrise and sunset.B.It is free of charge.C.It offers activities after closing time.D.Viewers can engage at weekends.3.Who is in charge of the discussion about female artists?A.James Turrell.B.Paula Stuttman.C.Robert Rauschenberg.D.Tamara Kostianovsky.“Palace, Mountain, Moon?” has been selected by NASA as the Astronomical Picture of the Day for December 25, 2023.The photo was taken by Valerio, a young photographer of Turin, Italy. It was shot on the evening of December 15, 2023. While he knew about NASA’s competition, he hadn’t considered participating until receiving much encouragement from his social media followers. Soon after, he received the message, “Your image has been chosen as the astronomical photo of the day.” It was incredible!In a photo like this, nothing is left to luck. The concept came to him back in 2017. Walking on the hills north of Turin, he found several spots perfect for including both the Basilica of Superga Palace and Mountain Monviso. After numerous visits over several months, he identified four spots where Superga and Monviso line up just right.After exactly finding these locations, he experimented with shooting them at different times. “I knew I needed something special to perfect the photo. The Sun was a no-go, so I turned to the Moon. Its various phases (位相) and positions reach an azimuth angle (方位角) of 230 degrees,” Valerio said. With this in mind, he researched the Moon’s phases, marked potential dates on the calendar, and planned the exact moments when the moon could join the queue.It was very successful, especially because the Moon was in a waning phase. This meant that in the photo, not only was its crescent (新月) lit up, but so was the left part, its shadowed side. That part is lit by reflected light, also known as Da Vinci’s glow, named after him because he was the one who theorized about why the Moon’s shadowed side is brightened. During the early days of the waning Moon phases, the shadowed part is visible because the Sun’s light reflects off the Earth and hits the Moon’s shadowed side, giving it a greyish, silvery color. This allowed the light to outline Monviso on the left as well.4.Why did Valerio send the photo to NASA?A.He developed an interest in astronomical advances.B.He expected to encourage followers on social media.C.He received broad support from enthusiastic fans.D.He got a message of invitation from NASA.5.In Valerio’s photo, the three objects ________.A.shine light on each other B.stand in a straight lineC.fit each other in size D.vary from usual in color6.What did Valerio do to prepare for the perfect photo?A.Studying how the Moon phase changes.B.Pay numerous visits to the spots for good luckC.Analyzing when to adjust the camera angle.D.Measuring the height of the observation point.7.What was lit up by the Da Vinci’s glow?A.The outline of the crescent.B.The outline of Superga.C.The dark side of the Moon.D.The shadowed side of the Earth.Geologists have long been fascinated by a missing piece of Earth’s history — a lostcontinent called Argoland. Around 155 million years ago, the 5,000-kilometer continent broke off from Western Australia and began drifting (漂移), leaving behind a basin deep below the ocean known as the Argo Abyssal Plain. But where did Argoland actually go?The seabed structure suggests that the continent drifted northwestward and ended up Southeast Asia. But surprisingly, there is no large continent hidden beneath those islands, only small continental fragments (碎片) surrounded by ancient oceanic basins. Using this theory, geologists at Utrecht University discovered that Argoland hadn’t really disappeared but survived as a “very extended and fragmented collection” under the islands to the east of Indonesia.Unlike other continents like Africa and South America, which broke neatly into two pieces, Argoland split into many smaller fragments that were dispersed, which made it difficult for scientists to locate and study the continent’s geological features. However, with advanced technology and the discovery, scientists can now piece them together.Tracing the continents is vital for understanding processes like the evolution of biodiversity. It could help explain something known as the mysterious Wallace line, which is an imaginary boundary that separates mammals, birds, and even early human species in Southeast Asian islands. The boundary has puzzled scientists because of how clearly it separates the island’s wildlife. To the west of the line are placental mammals (胎盘哺乳动物) like apes and elephants. But these are almost completely absent to the east, where you can find animals typically associated with Australia. Researchers have theorized that this may be because Argoland carried its own wildlife away from Australia before it crashed into Southeast Asia, which helps explain why different species are found in different nations.The story of Argoland is not one of complete disappearance but of transformation. As the world continues to evolve, this lost continent serves as a powerful symbol of the breakability of life on this planet, and a reminder of the importance of respecting and protecting the world that we live in.8.What do we know about Argoland?A.It split into two pieces many years ago.B.It broke away from the African continent.C.It sank to the bottom of the Argo Abyssal Plain.D.It exists as fragments under the eastern islands of Indonesia.9.What does the underlined word “dispersed” in paragraph 3 probably mean?A.Crashed.B.Distributed.C.Connected.D.Distinguished. 10.Why does the author mention the “Wallace line” in paragraph 4?A.To explain an unsolved mystery for scientist.B.To stress the significance of tracing Argoland.C.To prove the biodiversity of Southeast Asian islands.D.To introduce the evolutionary process of Australian species.11.Which of the following is the best title for the text?A.The Discovery of a Lost Continent B.The Mysterious Disappearance of Argoland C.The Theory of Fragments Drifting D.The Breakability of Life on the EarthWhen we encounter a troublesome problem, we often gather a group to brainstorm. However, substantial evidence has shown that when we generate ideas together, we fail to maximize collective intelligence.To unearth the hidden potential in teams, we’re better off shifting to a process called “brainwriting”. You start by asking group members to write down what is going on in their brains separately. Next, you pool them and share them among the group without telling the authors. Then, each member evaluates them on his or her own, only after which do the team members come together to select and improve the most promising options. By developing and assessing ideas individually before choosing and expanding on them, the team can surface and advance possibilities that might not get attention otherwise.An example of great brainwriting was in 2010 when 33 miners were trapped underground in Chile. Given the urgency of the situation, the rescue team didn’t hold brainstorming sessions. Rather, they established a global brainwriting system to generate individual ideas. A 24-year-old engineer came up with a tiny plastic telephone. This specialized tool ended up becoming the only means of communicating with the miners, making it possible to save them.Research by organizational behavior scholar Anita Woolley and her colleagues helps to explain why this method works. They find that the key to collective intelligence is balanced participation. In brainstorming meetings, it’s too easy for participation to become one-sided in favor of the loudest voices. The brainwriting process ensures that all ideas are brought to the tableand all voices are brought into conversation. The goal isn’t to be the smartest person in the room. It’s to make the room smarter.Collective intelligence begins with individual creativity, but it doesn’t end there. Individuals produce a greater volume and variety of novel ideas when they work alone. That means they not only come up with more brilliant ideas than groups but also more terrible ideas. Therefore, it takes collective judgment to find the signal in the noise and bring out the best ideas.12.What is special about brainwriting compared with brainstorming?A.It highlights independent work.B.It encourages group cooperation.C.It prioritizes quality over quantity.D.It prefers writing to oral exchanges. 13.Why does the author mention the Chile mining accident in paragraph 3?A.To introduce a tool developed during brainwriting.B.To praise a young man with brainwriting technique.C.To illustrate a successful application of brainwriting.D.To explain the role of brainwriting in communication.14.How does brainwriting promote collective intelligence according to paragraph 4?A.By blocking the loudest voices.B.By allowing equal involvement.C.By improving individual wisdom.D.By generating more creative ideas. 15.Which step of brainwriting does the author stress in the last paragraph?A.Individual writing.B.Group sharing.C.Personal evaluation.D.Joint discussion.Accents in EnglishAccents are fascinating and usually come with kinds of information. 16 . So many people, especially actors, are interested in learning accents.Thanks to the development of technology, various handy accesses are available for people to share and pick up accents. English actor and accent coach Sarah Valentine is an expert in teaching the tones which can change the English language. 17 .Valentine has been working in TV since the 1990s. She appears to have found success coaching other actors to speak in a variety of dialects. 18 , TikTok is a medium to educate the masses. Valentine’s TikTok takes simple phrases, such as “I’m hungry” or “the milk smellsfunny”. Valentine then repeats these simple words in accents including German, Dutch, and New York. She also highlights the rich variety of dialects within the UK, including Yorkshire, Scouse, Cockney, Geordie, Welsh, and Northern Irish.“ 19 ,” James Lantolf, a professor at Penn State, said. “Isolated (偏僻的) areas, such as New Orleans, develop different dialects. Since there is no contact between regions, entire words and languages can grow and develop independently. Social standing and education also affect the language of an individual person.” It is thought that accents have psycho-social purposes, allowing individuals to identify oneself and others as part of a group.Everyone has an accent. A dialect coach like Valentine can help one learn to speak differently, for an acting job or for fun. 20 . Learning a second language as an adult is difficult; for much the same reason, it’s tricky to change your accent. With that in mind, watching Valentine change accents at the drop of a hat is all the more impressive.A.In fact, all accents are worthy of prideB.One’s birthplace can affect his accentC.However, not all accents are worth learningD.While much work with actors is done in one-on-one coachingE.They can signal one’s living places, education and personalityF.On TikTok, she gives examples of simple phrases repeated in over 20 accentsG.A region’s location has a direct influence on the development of a local language二、完形填空Novels. Why do I read them? I was most 21 to read when I was a kid. I suspect this was because my only purpose was 22 and escapism. From all 21 Famous Five stories — in order, naturally — to Anna Karenina, 23 into a basket on a cycling holiday, I was 24 to another world. Then, for A-levels and a degree, I read to pass 25 . When those last exams were done, more than 30 years ago, I was done with novels. I had 26 love.Gradually, it has come back, but it’s all 27 now. I find I’m reading whole novels mainly to 28 wisdom to help understand what I’ve been feeling; feelings that I’ve been 29 to express myself. For some reason I 30 The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by AnneBronte. The 31 soon starts to fade, and all you are left with is how it made you feel. This is nice, but what makes it all worthwhile is those specific 32 that I make sure to harvest and go back to. For instance, Helen says of her new life in the big city: “At first, I was 33 with the novelty and excitement of our London life, but soon I began to be tired of its unrest.”A few months later, I 34 Anne Bronte’s resting place in Scarborough. Standing there, I looked up this little passage and appreciated anew how 35 it resonated (产生共鸣) with my own feelings about London.21.A.astonished B.concerned C.eager D.moody 22.A.education B.enjoyment C.interaction D.employment 23.A.divided B.turned C.rolled D.stuffed 24.A.transported B.limited C.admitted D.pressed 25.A.inspection B.examinations C.barriers D.time 26.A.sought for B.suffered from C.fallen out of D.fallen behind 27.A.different B.wrong C.passive D.fictional 28.A.prove B.unearth C.explain D.untie 29.A.unwilling B.unhappy C.unprepared D.unable 30.A.identified B.selected C.claimed D.drafted 31.A.plot B.memory C.fame D.vision 32.A.fruits B.insights C.concepts D.characters 33.A.content B.familiar C.bored D.occupied 34.A.lost sight of B.sorted out C.chanced upon D.kept track of 35.A.gradually B.simply C.vividly D.intensely三、单项选择36.We have to be very sensitive and work ________ with the doctors and nurses, spending time ________ the patients.A.close; cheering on B.closely; cheering upC.close; to cheer up D.closely; to cheer on37.My parents lent me the money. ________, I couldn’t have afforded the trip.A.Thus B.However C.Moreover D.Otherwise 38.— Is $1000 ________ for your trip to Europe?— No. It can only ________ the air fare.A.sufficient; cover B.enough; cost C.precise; payD.plus; spend39.Since Tom ________ downloaded a virus into his computer, he can’t open the file now.A.initially B.exceptionally C.accidentally D.immediately 40.________ experience, he got the job.A.Despite his lack of B.Although lacking ofC.Despite short of D.Though a shortage of41.These pills should ________. You’ll feel much better in no time.A.pull their weight B.do the trickC.put you on the spot D.let off steam42.________ the delicate gift, I found a note ________ to it.A.Instead of; tied B.In terms of; belongingC.Apart from; attached D.In addition to; appealing43.He was a ________ manager, impressing me with his ________ knowledge of management.A.capable; extensive B.flexible; extendedC.available; extensive D.tolerant; extended44.Try to ________ someone when they ________. It’s not easy for anyone to say sorry.A.defend; explain B.forgive; apologizeC.criticize; comment D.forget; complain45.We usually tend to make positive comments on others’ new haircut ________ sometimes we may think it is indeed really awful.A.only if B.what if C.as if D.even if四、语法填空46.Ma Long is a truly (remark) table tennis player and has achieved astonishing achievements. (所给词的适当形式填空)47.New evidence might lead to the (conclude) that we are wrong. (所给词的适当形式填空)48.It was from only a few supplies that she had brought from home the hostess cooked such a nice dinner. (用适当的词填空)49.According to the World Bank,China accounts for about 30 percent of total global fertilizer (consume). (所给词的适当形式填空)50.If your sleep continues to worsen, be sure to reach out a mental health professional. (用适当的词填空)51.The quicker it vibrates, the greater the (frequent)of sound it produces. (所给词的适当形式填空)52.The house (hide) from sight behind some trees, was our destination. (所给词的适当形式填空)53.The movie (shoot) by a famous director last year has gained incredible popularity. (所给词的适当形式填空)54.The town has changed recognition since I was last here. (用适当的词填空)55.The terrible earthquake struck Chile in 1960, (claim) 1,000 plus lives. (所给词的适当形式填空)五、书信写作56.你校英文报开设了“My Favorite Athlete”专栏,请你用英语写一篇短文投稿。

甘肃省兰州第一中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题(含答案)

甘肃省兰州第一中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题(含答案)

兰州一中2024-2025-1 学期阶段检测试题高二英语第一部分听力(共两节,满分30 分)第一节(共 5 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分7.5 分)听下面 5 段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项,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。

What is Dylan’s father nowA. A driver.B. A doctor.C. An office worker.How does the woman recognise the manA. By his glasses.B. By his beard.C. By his jacket.What do we know about the woman’s familyA. They got into debt.B. They like bacon very much.C. Her husband supports the family.What does the woman think o f the man’s ideaA. Crazy.B. Brilliant.C. Unrealistic.What are the speakers talking aboutA. A photography club.B. A weekend plan.C. A coming exhibition. 第二节(共15 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分22.5 分)听下面 5 段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

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、7 题。

What did Jake usually wearA. Dark clothes.B. Jeans.C. Formal clothes.What makes Jake change his lookA. The working environment.B. The family atmosphere.C. The living conditions.听第7 段材料,回答第8-10 题。

重庆市巴蜀中学校2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

重庆市巴蜀中学校2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

重庆市巴蜀中学校2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题一、阅读理解Want to know all the ins-and-outs regarding the Paris 2024 Olympics? Then you’ve come to the right place! Below you will find all the information about the new Olympic sports.Olympic skateboardingWho will follow in the footsteps of Momiji Nishiya, the first Olympic skateboarding champion, who was crowned at the last Games at the age of 13? The answer will be revealed in Paris this summer. Speed, technique, mastery of the board will be required to successfully perform the most beautiful tricks.Olympic sports climbingWith its second time entering the Olympics, sports climbing has three branches: Speed, Bouldering (抱石攀岩) and Lead. Speed is all about the speed of climbing. Bouldering is all about climbing a boulder on a wall and Lead requires athletes to climb a difficult route 20 meters high.Olympic surfingThe Olympics will be held in Paris, but what about Olympic surfing? There is one venue (场地) that is literally on the other side of the world. The location Teahupoo, on the island of Tahiti, is where Olympic surfing will take place. This island is part of French Polynesia, between Australia and South America.Olympic breakdancingBreakdancing is the new Olympic sport that will make its first appearance in Paris 2024. How to establish a grading system without taking away the artistic freedom at the same time? The points should be based on creativity and musicality, a gray area that depends a lot on feeling and thus has a lot of subjectivity to it.Looking for a handy list of all sports? Click here! Throughout Paris there are all kinds of stadiums and arenas (竞技场) where sporting events are held. Not only Paris itself, but also the surrounding suburbs of the capital of France set the stage for the Olympic Games!1.Which sport is entering the Olympics for the first time in Paris 2024?A.Olympic skateboarding.B.Olympic sports climbing.C.Olympic surfing.D.Olympic breakdancing.2.Which of the following statements is correct?A.Olympic skateboarding requires a high level of physical strength.B.Three branches of Olympic sports climbing evaluate various sides of skills.C.All the above four Olympic events will be held in Paris.D.The scoring of Olympic breakdancing is highly objective.3.Where is the text probably taken from?A.A sports website.B.A health magazine.C.A travel brochure.D.An Olympic news report.“Meet me in the conference room with the contracts and a cup of coffee,” my boss barked at me. “Ten minutes.”I didn’t respond. I stood still as if my shoes had been glued to the floor. I had no intention of taking a cup of anything to anyone, supervisor or not.I had seen with my own eyes what such behavior did to a woman. It happened to Mrs. Wilson next door. Old Mr. Wilson couldn’t put in his own false teeth without his wife’s assistance, let alone make himself lunch. It was a miserable union. I vowed by age eight that I would never live like her. I adopted the motto: Don’t help those who won’t help themselves.I rushed to the file room and pulled my phone. I explained to my father what had happened and asked his advice on what to do, only to be asked back. He must have forgotten the unwritten rule between us about not answering a question with a question. Fortunately, I came up with an idea that would have the best of both worlds.I took up the files and headed for the coffee pot. I took two cups and made two cups of coffee. Then I walked into the boss’ office with a cup of coffee in each hand. I handed my boss a cup of coffee and drank at the same time as him.“Let’s take a break,” partway through the meeting, my boss stood, saying. “I need more coffee.” I picked up my empty cup. “I do, too,” I said, and handed it to him across the table. “Thanks,” I added, looking at him expectantly. The boss was staggered for a moment, and then took the cup from me.When I finally left my boss’ office, I hid in the bathroom and called my dad. My father’s laughter on the phone made me feel even prouder.4.Why does the author mention the Wilsons?A.To show how the couple grew old together.B.To picture what she will be like when she ages.C.To tell the story of the old couple.D.To explain her unwillingness to serve the coffee5.What did the author mean by bringing two cups of coffee to meet the boss?A.She meant to share instead of serving B.She planned to have the boss serve her later.C.She intended to play a trick on her mean boss D.She wanted to save the trouble of doing it again6.What does the underlined word “staggered” mean in the sixth paragraph?A.Annoyed.B.Shocked.C.Confused.D.Excited.7.What can we learn about the author from the text?A.She figured out how to show respect for her superior.B.She found it practical to seek solutions from her father.C.She took a sensible approach to standing up for herself.D.She considered it significant to fight against men bravely.Most people think that weeds are something to be pulled up and thrown away. Now, purslane (马齿苋) may be the key to creating drought resistant crops in a world that is getting warmer.Scientists at Yale University found that purslane can create a new form of photosynthesis (光合作用) that allows this weed to endure drought conditions. “This is a very rare ‘super plant’ — one that could be potentially useful in crop engineering.” said Edwards, a professor of ecology and evolutionary biology.Purslane actually enhances its photosynthesis efficiency to match the high levels found in plants like corn, which enables it to maintain productivity under high temperatures. On the other hand, this plant employs a special way of photosynthesis. It stores carbon dioxide at night and uses it during the day, which makes it remarkably resistant to heat. The uniqueness of purslane lies inthese two characteristics. Yale team conducted an analysis of the genes in the leaves of the plant and found that they are totally integrated and operate in the same cells. Understanding how this works could allow scientists to engineer main crops like corn to resist long-lasting droughts.Growing across the US, purslane has small round leaves, and red, yellow, or pink flowers. You can plant it in your garden just about anywhere. With its sour-salty taste, it is a healthy food rich in vitamins, minerals, and Omega-3s. You can enjoy it raw in salads or cooked as a dish.“In terms of engineering the plant into a crop like corn, there is still a lot of work to do before that could become a reality,” Edwards said in the news release. Finding and growing new food crops that can survive the effects of climate change is a win-win for a planet that is getting hotter and drier. Who knew this common weed could be the key?8.What makes purslane a “super plant” according to Paragraph 2?A.Its unique taste and color.B.Its ability to grow anywhere.C.Its high capacity in storing water.D.Its uncommon way of photosynthesis. 9.What is the advantage of purslane’s storing carbon dioxide at night?A.Increasing its productivity.B.Helping it to resist drought.C.Allowing it to grow faster.D.Reducing its need for sunlight.10.What can we learn about purslane as food?A.It is rich in nutrition.B.It is not widely accepted.C.It is not suitable in salads.D.It is mainly cooked as a dish.11.What is the main purpose of the text?A.To promote the planting of purslane.B.To warn readers of the danger of the weed.C.To describe different types of photosynthesis.D.To show purslane’s potential in crop engineering.Chimps use loud calls and gestures to make their feelings known but until now, the exact meaning for individual movements has remained a mystery. Now researchers believe they have translated the key gestures used in the chimp community and identified their intentions for the first time.From 4,351 gestures, experts were able to identify 66 that are used for 19 specific messagemeanings, including showing a foot to tell a child they can climb on their back. The researchers were able to narrow down these 66 gestures to 36 that are used intentionally to achieve 15 purposes. The translations were made by Dr Catherine Hobaiter and her colleagues at St Andrews University in Scotland.Dr Hobaiter used behavior sampling and filmed all recorded cases of gestural communication. Other gestures include stomping their feet to ask another chimp to stop what they are doing, and slapping objects together to ask another to follow them. Of the 19 meanings,17 encouraged interactions to start, or to develop, such as “move closer,” and “change play”. Some of the gestures were found to have more than one meaning. and only 10 of the 66 gestures were used for only a single meaning.Researchers collected a total of 471 video clips from two social groups of chimps at a shelter near Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. As well as identifying what the gesture means, they also discovered the technique needed to increase the chances of success.“Human children use gestures to communicate before they produce their first words, and their earliest gestures typically appear around 10 months of age,” explained the researchers. “In great apes, there is good evidence that language-trained individuals are capable of acquiring and understanding signals, but this is far less clear in their natural communication. ”12.Chimps slap the objects to____________.A.tell others to stop what they are doing B.ask others chimps to join themC.gather other chimps to move closer D.encourage interactions to start13.What did researchers find after studying 471 video clips?A.Chimps trained in language are good at understanding signals.B.Two social groups of chimps live at a shelter near Kinshasa.C.Language-trained individuals do well in natural communication.D.Chimps’earliest gestures appear around 10 months of age.14.How is the last paragraph developed?A.By analyzing causes.B.By examining differences.C.By making comparisons.D.By following time order.15.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.A New Research on Chimps B.Human Children and ChimpsC.Getting the Chimps Trained for Language D.Translating the Sign Language ofChimpsIt’s no secret that reading good news feels a lot better than reading bad news. Like, would you rather bite into a lemon, or sip on a fresh glass of lemonade?16 The world is full of problems and conflicts and we need to stay informed and alert (警觉的) to what’s going on around us. While reading traditional, more negative news is important, consuming good news is also part of staying informed. 17 And it also brings meaningful benefits, like reduced stress and anxiety, higher rates of engagement, community building skills, and inspiration for creating a better world. Plus, knowing what to look for in the good news landscape is a key part of improving our media literacy skills and being thoughtful news consumers.In fact, good news, known as solutions journalism, is becoming more popular, as publishers and news stations discover the benefits of sharing positive stories. Good Good Good is one of them. 18 A team of reporters and editors there work daily to deliver stories that make readers feel hopeful and equipped to do more good with possible solutions.“If it bleeds, it leads.” has long been a saying used in the media to describe how news stories about violence, death and destruction draw readers’ attention.19 The thing is, however, there’s also good stuff out there — the delightful and kind parts of humanity. “Beautiful stories are happening worldwide. 20 When you do find them, the world can suddenly feel like a very different place. Good news is a vital part of how we learn about the world and solving the world’s problems.” Hervey, one of Good Good Good’s editors said.A.Share good news with people around you.B.It’s just that we don’t hear as much about them.C.But the “bad news” has its place in the world.D.It provides a more balanced view of the world.E.And so, negative news stories are everywhere on news media.F.Heartwarming stories make you cry and feel good.G.The news media company is devoted to providing good news intentionally.二、完形填空This year, hundreds of people around the world are applying for a desired job to run Port Lockroy, the world’s most remote post office. The 21 is in Antarctica, and one of the key 22 is the ability to count penguins(企鹅).Each year, the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust 23 four postmen to live on the island from November to March. Apart from being a nearly 80-year-old British-owned post office, it 24 as a museum. Although employees each have unique 25 , they are cooperatively responsible for preserving the 26 place and caring for the thousands of tourists. The staff is also 27 environmental data collection and wildlife monitoring.Applicants are warned there’s not much time for relaxation and rest. Still, the job is highly 28 . The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust gets hundreds of applications 29 for the position. They are mainly 30 to Port Lockroy, both for its history and its scientific significance. Lucy Dorman succeeded in applying for the 2019-2020 season. It was a real 31 for her. “Even though the job can be hard at times, there’s a real sense of community. You’ve got to32 , because you can’t get away from each other very easily. I really love that sort of33 ,” she said. “And what you can achieve here is 34 . The total experience offers botha different 35 towards the world and a new viewpoint on your function on the planet. ”21.A.centre B.position C.aim D.unit 22.A.requirements B.characteristics C.virtues D.activities 23.A.persuades B.instructs C.encourages D.hires 24.A.exists B.transforms C.doubles D.develops 25.A.tastes B.talents C.roles D.backgrounds 26.A.temporary B.historic C.grand D.magical 27.A.in favor of B.in need of C.in possession of D.in charge of 28.A.paid B.sought-after C.hard-won D.respectable 29.A.annually B.weekly C.monthly D.daily 30.A.invited B.devoted C.related D.drawn31.A.joy B.lesson C.effort D.shock32.A.get along B.show off C.break through D.give in33.A.loneliness B.eagerness C.looseness D.togetherness 34.A.consistent B.rewarding C.potential D.pure 35.A.entrance B.answer C.attitude D.introduction三、单项选择36.I couldn’t remember the exact date of the celebration, but I knew it was ______ Saturday when everybody was not at ______ work.A.a; the B.a; 不填C.the; the D.the; 不填37.— You seem to be on top of the world.— Of course. There’s more exciting than seeing your name in print.A.everything B.nothing C.anything D.something 38.The student stared at the complex math problem on the board, puzzled, ________ it were written in a foreign language.A.in case B.even if C.as if D.so that39.The news our athletes won another gold medal was reported in yesterday’s newspaper.A.which B.whetherC.what D.that40.Into the dark room ______ David, who became surprised then when ______ “Happy Birthday” shouted by his roommates.A.walked; heard B.walked; hearingC.walking; hearing D.did walk; heard41.The ancient city, ______ was once the center of an empire, ______ by archaeologists and historians for over a decade and has yielded many significant findings.A.which; was studied B.where; was studiedC.which; has been studied D.where; had been studied42.It was in this important competition ________ I got second place ________ I realized my hard work indeed changed my career path.A.when; that B.where; thatC.where; when D.that; where43.The building __________ now is for the new year’s celebration.A.is decorated B.being decoratedC.is being decorated D.to be decorated44.The visitors came to the railway station, only __________ that the train had left.A.to tell B.to be told C.told D.being told45.An ancient temple _________ the Northern Qi Dynasty was destroyed in flames, _________ concerns about the effective protection of cultural relics.A.dating back to; caused B.dating from; causingC.dated back to; causing D.dated from; caused四、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

江西省宜春中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

江西省宜春中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

江西省宜春中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题一、听力选择题1.What are the speakers mainly talking about?A.A movie director.B.A popular movie.C.A piece of music. 2.What did the man do this morning?A.He had a check-up.B.He did some sports.C.He did some shopping. 3.Why is the woman here?A.To see a doctor.B.To pick up her grandpa.C.To get some medicine. 4.What does the man say about the woman?A.Kind.B.Helpful.C.Positive.5.Who is probably Jane?A.The man’s mother.B.The woman’s daughter.C.The man’s granddaughter.听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

6.Where does the conversation take place?A.In a restaurant.B.In a hotel.C.In a clothes shop. 7.When will the woman get her blouse?A.This Thursday.B.This Friday.C.This Saturday.听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

8.What does the woman think of the parents?A.Impolite.B.Unkind.C.Irresponsible.9.What will the speakers do next?A.Eat in the restaurant.B.Go to another restaurant.C.Chat with the boy.听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

宁夏青铜峡市宁朔中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

宁夏青铜峡市宁朔中学2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

青铜峡市宁朔中学 2024-2025 学年第一学期高二年级英语学科开学考试测试卷命题人:(时间:120 分钟满分:150 分)第一部分听力(共两节,满分30 分)第一节(共 5 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分7.5 分)听下面 5 段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.What is the man looking for?A. A notebook.B. Some books.C. Today’s paper.2.Which bus should the woman take?A. Number 5.B. Number 28.C. Number 67 .3.Why does the woman want to use the man’s locker?A. To store clothes.B. To store books.C. To store newspapers.4.How much money do the speakers have together?A. £ 4.60.B. £ 5.00.C. £ 7.40.5.Who is the man probably?A. A salesman.B. A scientist.C. A tailor.第二节(共 15 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 22.5 分)听下面 5 段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

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、7 题。

6.Why doesn’t the man like to study in the library?A. It’s too quiet.B. It’s a bit far away.C. It’s rather crowded.7.What will the speakers do next?A. Hand in a paper.B. Write a monthly report.C. Get help from the librarian.听第7 段材料,回答第8 至9 题。

贵州省遵义市第四中学2024-2025年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

贵州省遵义市第四中学2024-2025年高二上学期开学考试英语试题

贵州省遵义市第四中学2024-2025年高二上学期开学考试英语试题一、阅读理解Studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne gives you the choice to gain broad exposure(接触) to different ideas, approaches and ways of thinking across many disciplines(学科). Here are ways to apply for an undergraduate degree and the university fees at Melbourne.Submit Your ApplicationIf you are a student with these qualifications, you should apply to the University through Victorian Tertiary Admissions Center(VTAC):●an Australian Year 12●an International Baccalaureate in Australia●a University of Melbourne internal transferIf you’re a student outside Australia, you should apply directly to the University online. Check the undergraduate application due dates to ensure you don’t miss the application deadline.Supporting DocumentationYou’ll need to provide supporting documentation(文件), including your academic results, as part of your online application. When you apply you will have the option to submit your documentation with Digitary VIA.This service independently checks and evaluates(评估) your academic results before providing them to the University. Checked digital copies of your academic records can help quicken your application process. You may keep your checked documents to accompany any additional applications. The Digitary VIA service will charge a one-offfee.University FeesUniversity fees are not based on your chosen degree. Undergraduate tuition fees differ based on your registered subjects each academic semester. The cost of individual subjects within a course may vary. You can find fee estimates on every course page. You’ll also need to factor in other expenses while at university including course materials, excursions, social events, travel and accommodation.1.As a high school student in China, how will you apply to the University of Melbourne?A.Apply online.B.Turn to VTAC.C.Find a qualified agent.D.Enrol in the admission office.2.What is a feature of Digitary VIA service?A.It improves your application speed.B.It is free of charge.C.It helps polish your application.D.It turns academic records into digital copies. 3.What are the University fees based on?A.Chosen degree.B.Registered subjects.C.Length of each semester.D.Social practices.Retired army officer and Parkinson’s (帕金森) sufferer Guy Deacon traveled 18,000 miles down Africa across 25 countries to raise awareness about the condition of the disease in Africa.It was at school when Deacon received a Wexas traveler’s handbook and on the front cover, there’s a picture of a couple of Land Rovers (路虎车) in the desert with the sun setting behind them. “And I thought, that’s what I want to do when I grow up. I’ve always had this idea to do this when I got the time and money put together.”Traveling down Africa is a massive challenge for anyone, let alone someone with stage 3 Parkinson’s. It’s an incredibly dangerous journey due to the conflicts, road conditions, lack of services and crime. “Much of the journey I was traveling by myself, I had nobody to be responsible to besides myself. That was a little bit lonely, but I had a sense of achievement when I made it.”Parkinson’s is the fastest growing illness worldwide and there are many people suffering with the condition in Africa. Deacon kept a boot (后备箱) full of pills in his car which he had intended to give away. Traveling there for months, he realized he couldn’t do that. Other travelers had shared their pills, but the quantity of pills was not enough. “It wouldn’t help for a short period of time, because they need continual pills.”The experience in Africa left a deep impression on Deacon. He knew what life was like with Parkinson’s without pills. Going back to UK, he had a plan to appeal to more people to fund a foundation which can donate more pills to people with Parkinson’s in Africa.4.What inspired Deacon to travel down Africa?A.Instructions in a traveler’s handbook.B.A scene in a picture on a book cover.C.His former experience in the desert.D.His concern about people with Parkinson’s. 5.What do we know about Deacon’s journey?A.The extreme weather made it dangerous.B.He met someone with stage 3 Parkinson’s.C.He enjoyed the feeling of challenging himself.D.He completed it thanks to the assistance of locals.6.Why didn’t Deacon give away pills to people?A.Deacon needed the pills himself.B.Other travelers didn’t share their pills before.C.His pills didn’t work on people in Africa.D.The quantity of pills couldn’t meet the need. 7.Which of the following can best describe Deacon?A.Skillful and tough.B.Responsible and talented.C.Thrill- loving and frank.D.Warm- hearted and determined.“Mobile phone addiction” is a term used to describe the phenomenon of a person being glued to their phone. Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) has proved that it’s not mobile phones themselves to which people are “addicted”, but rather the social interactions they promote. This study offers the first experimental scientific support for a theory initially proposed in 2018 by Samuel P. L. Veissiere, a scholar at McGill University in Montreal, Canada.To conduct the experiment, the UGR scientists worked with a sample of 86 subjects who were divided into two groups. Group One was instructed to send a message via WhatsApp to their most active contacts explaining that they were going to participate in an exciting task in a VR universe(the same message in all cases). Group Two was not asked to send this “exciting” message to their contacts.“Next, we asked both groups of people to mute (静音) their mobile phones and leave them face down on the table while they engaged in the activity. When the interaction with the VR world was over, we left the participants idle. After this period of inactivity, we allowed all the participants to return to using WhatsApp,” explains Jorge Lopéz Puga, lead author of the study.Throughout the process, the UGR scientists measured the electrodermal activity of the skin, a parameter (参数) taken as a sign of the activity of our nervous system. “We observed that Group One was more tense throughout the experiment. We also found that this group became more anxious when they were asked to stop using their mobile phones. Moreover, when they wereallowed to use their phones again, this group experienced a much higher level of emotional arousal (激动),” says Lopéz Puga.The results show that mobile phones are not the cause of psychological problems, but how and why the devices are used can better explain certain psychological problems.8.What can be inferred about the theory put forward by Samuel P. L. Veissiere?A.It focused on the effects of social interactions.B.It was inspired by the UGR scientists’ research.C.It related mobile phone addiction to social interactions.D.It was the first scientific theory about mobile phone addiction.9.What is the difference between the two groups?A.Group One had more participants.B.Group One was asked to text their contacts.C.Group Two performed a task in the VR universe.D.Group Two was requested to mute their mobile phones.10.Which of the following can replace “idle” in Paragraph 3?A.Busy with their work.B.Eager to know the results.C.Away from social activities.D.Unable to use their phones.11.What did the UGR scientists find about Group One?A.They were more anxious in daily life.B.They had more psychological problems.C.They experienced obvious mood changes.D.They were dependent on their mobile phones.In Florida, rancher (农场主) Jim Strickland can see his cows at any time, day or night. To do this, all he needs is his phone. Based on GPS technology, Strickland uses virtual fencing to watch and control the movements of his animals.Virtual fencing uses radio signals to make an invisible fence. Each animal wears a collar (颈圈) around its neck. The collar has a radio signal receiver and a GPS device that shows the animal’s location. The signals come from nearby mobile phone towers or base stations that can be moved using a small truck. Ranchers train livestock (牲畜) to connect a sound with a small electric shock. When an animal gets close to a virtual fence, its collar makes a warning sound. Ifthe animal moves even closer to the fence, it receives a shock. In this way, livestock quickly learn to stay away from the fence. Ranchers can change the virtual fence boundaries quickly by using a phone App or computer. And livestock quickly learn the new boundaries.By using virtual fencing, Strickland can remotely move his cows from one area to another and watch for animals that may be having problems. For example, if the system shows that a cow has not moved for many hours, it may be sick or injured. Virtual fencing can also help control grazing (放牧). William Burnidge, Deputy Director of TNC, an environmental non-profit organization, said that by changing fence boundaries, the systems prevent animals from eating too many plants within one area, which helps plants grow again.An animal’s collar can cost $ 50 or even more annually. Last year, the Bezos Earth Fund awarded$ 9.9 million to Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to develop cost-effective virtual fencing. The institution has outlined a plan to evaluate the effect of this technology in less- developed areas. In certain regions, Burnidge was aware of the significant role played by numerous workers in monitoring and caring for livestock, thus raising concerns that virtual fencing could result in unemployment.Still, Burnidge said that many people wanted to learn more about the technology. “I’ve never seen anything comparable to the amount of interest,” he said.12.What is the function of the collars?A.To track the location of the movable towers.B.To send signals to the nearby base stations.C.To prevent animals from crossing the boundaries.D.To automatically adjust the borders of the fence.13.What is the benefit of using virtual fencing?A.It protects animals from diseases.B.It promotes sustainable grazing.C.It makes high profits for ranchers.D.It helps plants grow better.14.What worried Burnidge?A.A collar cost too much money.B.It was hard to test the technology.C.Livestock were left uncared.D.Virtual fencing could cause job loss. 15.What is the best title of this passage?A.Virtual Fencing Changes the Way of Grazing B.Grazing Faces Challenges in SomeAreasC.Magical Collars Do Good to the Environment D.Gps Technology Is Widely Used in GrazingMental health can be negatively impacted by seasonal changes. This phenomenon is referred to as seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder (SAD).SAD features depression no matter the season. 16 Unlike Winter SAD with slow thinking and moving, and more eating and sleeping, Summer SAD is a more anxious type that usually results in a loss of desire for food and sleep. Outlined here are steps for you to deal with Summer SAD.Spending time in nature. Connecting with nature can help you relieve (减轻) the effects of Summer SAD.17 It also allows you to appreciate the beauty and quietness around you, thus reducing stress and giving you a mental escape.18 Surround yourself with positive people and have meaningful conversations with them. In such interactions, you are offered support and different views to see things more positively. So you can gain new insights and feel a boost in your emotional well-being.Starting a mood Journal to track your feeling. By noting down your thoughts and emotions, you can better understand how certain activities or situations influence your mental state, and reflect on the causes of your depression. 19Moving your body. Things including dancing, running or swimming can be powerful cures. Dancing freely can bring sheer joy and freedom, driving out the heavy cloud of summer depression. 20 And swimming not only cools you down but offers a sense of weightlessness.A.Having a chat with professionals.B.Talking to people in your support system.C.Some people feel better after swimming in a lake.D.This way, you can gradually find ways to reduce the impact of it.E.When outside, you can breath in the fresh air and enjoy the sunshine.F.However, people’s experiences in the winter and summer can dramatically differ. G.Running outdoors helps clear your mind, providing you with a way out of the pressure.二、完形填空My sister’s words cut through my excuses. “You should see the world,” she 21 . I knew she was right. But traveling felt like something unreal. I was 22 of backpackers talking about their “life- changing” experiences.Then, my Greek friend reminded me of our decade- old 23 to visit his hometown in Athens. Despite my 24 , I found myself on a plane, excited but 25 about what would happen.Every step through the ancient streets of Athens 26 new wonders. However, what really changed my perspective of travel was a chance 27 with a stranger.While we were walking, a rhythmic clinking (叮当声) caught our attention. Curious, we 28 the sound. Inside a workshop, a welder (铁匠) was lost in his 29 , he paid no attention to us. All that was visible was his short hair and strong figure. His hands 30 worked the metal as if he were an experienced magician creating sparks and flames.I felt a pang of envy (羡慕). I envied his peace and 31 . The simplicity he showed was what I 32 . The moment moved me to tears. Watching the welder, I realized that happiness lies not in gathering passport stamps or 33 belongings, but in finding self-satisfaction within yourself.Since returning back home, I look for meaning in the 34 of moments— the ordinary made extraordinary. There is always beauty waiting to be 3521.A.recited B.complained C.warned D.insisted 22.A.ashamed B.proud C.tired D.guilty 23.A.friendship B.promise C.journey D.puzzle 24.A.hesitation B.anger C.faith D.failure 25.A.relaxed B.annoyed C.worried D.embarrassed 26.A.brought in B.brought back C.brought down D.brought forward 27.A.appointment B.encounter C.argument D.bargain 28.A.heard B.ignored C.followed D.silenced 29.A.memory B.imagination C.study D.work30.A.automatically B.casually C.expertly D.blindly 31.A.pride B.satisfaction C.profession D.appearance 32.A.recalled B.desired C.admitted D.introduced 33.A.mental B.natural C.limited D.material 34.A.simplest B.funniest C.best D.sweetest 35.A.discovered B.rescued C.proved D.replaced三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

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郸城一高2015级高二开学考试英语试题第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话,选出最佳选项。

1. Who will the woman travel to Spain with?A. LisaB. LilyC. Lydia2. When doesn’t the man have to work?A. In the morningB. In the aft ernoonC. In the evening3. Where does the man’s father want to go?A. ChinaB. FranceC. New Zealand4. How did the man learn about the accident?A. From the newspaperB. From his sisterC. From the television5. What color skirt does the woman want to try on?A. BrownB. BlackC. Yellow第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白,选出最佳选项。

请听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。

6. What will the man do for Thanksgiving?A. Visit his famil yB. Stay at homeC. Attend a car show7. How does the man prefer to travel?A. By train or by planeB. By car of by trainC. By plane or by car 请听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。

8. What event is being planned?A. A holidayB. A conferenceC. A reception9. What will the woman offer afterwards?A. A heavy lunchB. A food listC. An office room请听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。

10. How many people are there in the woman’s family?A. FourB. FiveC. Six11. Where does the woman’s father work?A. In a hospitalB. In a universityC. In a garden12. What gift will the man get?A. A purseB. A fanC. A doll请听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。

13. When will the last interview finish?A. At about 9:30B. At about 10:00C. At about 10:3014. With whom will the man have lunch on Tuesday?A. A friendB. A teacherC. A couple15. What activity is fixed for Wednesday after-noon?A. Meeting the lawyerB. Visiting the City LibraryC. Answering Maria Rosa’s questions16. When is Mr. Dennis expected to come?A. On Wednesday morningB. On Tuesday morningC. On Monday afternoon请听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。

17. What does the speaker’s dad like to do?A. Cook and eatB. Watch TV and go outC. Do sports and have sweets18. When did the speaker’s mom break her leg?A. While joggingB. While playing tennisC. While playing volleyball19. What does the speaker’s sister do?A. A bank clerkB. A studentC. A doctor20. Why does the speaker think his aunt is strange?A. She always takes an umbrella with herB. She has begun to learn to danceC. She likes purple very much第二部分阅读理解(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,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AA few years ago, a company called Space Marketing came up with a plan to send a mile–longadvertisement into space. To advertising agencies (机构), it would have been “a dream come true”.However, advertising standards agencies finally decided not to allow Space Marketing to go ahead with their plans and they were forced to give them up.Space may indeed be the final place for advertisers, because on Earth we are already surrounded by advertising wherever we are and whatever we are doing. Apart from the obvious adverts that we see every day on TV, and in newspapers and magazines, there is a whole ‘other world’ of advertising messages for our attention .There are ads that we see on the side of the bus we catch to work, for example. And what about the logos (商标) we see on the clothing of the people we walk past in the streets?Most of the time, we are probably not even aware of (意识到的) these less obvious advertising methods, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t work. Take ‘product placement’, for example. You are in a cinema, watching the latest Hollywood movie. Look carefully at the make of car your favorite actor is driving. And what about his watch? Can you see what brand it is? Chances are, you can, and the company that owns the brand is likely to have paid thousands for it to appear in the film.So, whether Space Marketing finally succeeds in sending ads into space or not is perhaps less important than it might seem. This would not change a thing. Our everyday lives are already strongly influenced by advertising whether we realize it or not.21. What happened to the plan of sending an ad into space?A. It came to nothing.B. It was a dream come true.C. It had to wait a few years before it was carried out.D. It was supported by the advertising standards agencies.22. How does the author explain the “other world” of advertising messages?A. By showing research findingsB. By explaining research findingsC. By giving instructionsD. By using examples23. As a form of advertising , product placement .A. costs a littleB. doesn’t workC. is less obvious than TV adsD. mainly appears in Hollywood movies24. What does the author suggest at the end of the text?A. We live in a world of advertising.B. We’ve changed a lot because of advertising.C. Space Marketing leads in the advertising industry.D. Space ads will mark the beginning of a new world.BReading can be a social activity. Think of the people who belong to book groups. They choose books to read and then meet to discuss them. Now, the website turns the page on the traditional idea of a book group.Members go on the site and register the books they own and would like to share. BookCrossing provides an identification number to stick inside the book. Then the person leaves it in a public place, hoping that the book will have an adventure, traveling far and wide with each new reader who finds it.Bruce Pederson, the managing director of BookCrossing, says, “The two things that change your life are the people you meet and books you read. BookCrossing combines both.”Members leave books on park benches and buses, in train stations and coffee shops. Whoever finds their book will go to the site and record where they found it.People who find a book can also leave a journal entry describing what they thought of it. E-mails are then sent to the BookCrossing to keep them updated about where their books have been found. Bruce Pederson says the idea is for people not to be selfish by keeping a book to gather dust on a shelf at home.BookCrossing is part of a trend among people who want to get back to the “real” and not the virtual(虚拟). The site now has more than one million members in more than one hundred thirty-five countries.25. Why does the author mention book groups in the first paragraph?A. To explain what they are.B. To introduce BookCrossing.C. To stress the importance of reading.D. To encourage readers to share their ideas.26. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 2 refer to?A. The book.B. An adventure.C.A public place.D. The identification number.27. What will a BookCrosser do with a book after reading it?A. Meet other readers to discuss it.B. Keep it safe in his bookcase.C. Pass it on to another reader.D. Mail it back to its owner.28. What is the best title for the text?A. Online Reading: A Virtual TourB. Electronic Books: A new TrendC. A Book Group Brings Tradition BackD. A Website Links People through BooksCWhen the Apollo astronauts(宇航员) landed on the Moon in 1969, millions of people were rather sad. The person to blame for this was an artist named Chesley Bonestell. For many years, Bonestell had been creating beautifully detailed paintings of the Moon and planets. Viewers of his artwork were unhappy because the real Moon did not look like Bonestell’s pictures of it.As a space artist, Bonestell tried to make his drawings look exciting and as true as the Moon is. He worked closely with astronomers and scientists to get the most up-to-date scientific information available. But in the 1940s and 1950s, no one had ever seen another planet up close. Yet Bonestell’s paintings looked so real that some people thought they were photographs.Even though Bonestell was interested in astronomy, he did not start out as a space artist. As a young man he studied architecture — the art and science of designing and making buildings. In 1938 Bonestell became a special effects artist in Holly wood. It was here that he learned he could improve his paintings b y following the methods used in the movies.In 1944, a popular magazine published a series of Bonestell’s paintings of the planet Saturn. He drew Saturn as if it were seen by someone standing on each of the planet’s moons.The results were dazzling. Within a few years, Bo nestell’s artwork was appearing regularly in magazines and books on astronomy and space flight.Many of Bonestell’s artworks had been right all along. But the biggest surprise was the Moon. Someone asked Bonestell what he was thinking when he saw the first pictures from the Moon. “I thought how wrong I was!” he said. “My mountains were sharp (陡峭的), and they aren’t on the Moon.”But he shouldn’t have felt bad. No space artist had ever before taken so many people to so many faraway worlds. In the years just before the first manned space flights, Bonestell’s artwork prepared people for the amazing space adventure to come.29. Bonestell made his space drawings .A. from a very early ageB. by copying photographsC. with the help of scientistsD. in order to make a living30. The underlined word “dazzling” in Paragraph 4 can best be replaced by “”.A. doubtfulB. wond erfulC. terribleD. worrying31. Bonestell’s success lay in the fact that .A. he created a new drawing skillB. he helped finish the first space flightC. he made space travel more popularD. He helped bring space closer to people32. What would be the best title for the text?A. The space art of C hesley BonestellB. The first men on the MoonC. The journeys of the Apollo astronautsD. Spacewalking: through an astronaut’s eyesDThe Brown BearMy wife Laura and I were on the beach, with three of our children, taking pictures of shore birds near our home in Alaska when we spotted a bear. The bear was thin and small, moving aimlessly.Just a few minutes later, I heard my daughter shouting, “Dad! The be ar is right behind us!” An ag gressive bear will usually rush forward to frighten away its enemy but wouldsuddenly stop at the last minute. This one was silent and its ears pinned back---- the sign of an animal that is going in for the kill. And it was a cold April day. The bear behaved abnormally, probably because of hunger.I held my camera tripod (三脚架) in both hands to form a barrier as the bear rushed into me. Its huge head was level with my chest and shoulders, and the tripod stuck across its mouth. It bit down and I found myself supporting its weight. I knew I would not be able to hold it for long.Even so, this was a fight I had to win: I was all that stood between the bear and my family, who would stand little chance of running faster than a brown bear.The bear hit at the camera, cutting it off the tripod. I raised my left arm to protect my face; the beast held tightly on the tripod and pressed it into my side. My arm could not move, and I sensed that my bones were going to break.Drawing back my free hand, I struck the bear as hard as I could for five to six times. The bear opened its mouth and I grasped its fur, trying to push it away. I was actually wrestling (扭打) with the bear at this point. Then, as suddenly as it had begun, the fight ended. The bear moved back toward the forest, before returning for another attack----- The first time I felt panic.Apparently satisfied that we caused no further threat, the bear moved off, destroying a fence as it went. My arm was injured, but the outcome for us could hardly have been better. I’m proud that my family reminded clear-headed when panic could have led to a very different outcome.33. The brown bear approached the family in order to _______.A. catch shore birdsB. start an attackC. protect the childrenD. set up a barrier for itself34. The bear finally went away after it _______.A. felt safeB. got injuredC. found some foodD. took away the camera35. The writer and his family survived mainly due to their ______ .A. prideB. patienceC. calmnessD. cautiousness第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

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