英语高考卷试题及答案
2018年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语（考试时间：120分钟试卷满分：150分）注意事项：1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 作答时，务必将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷及草稿纸上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）（略）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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
ASummer ActivitiesStudents should read the list with their parents/careers, and select two activities theywould like to do. Forms will be available in school and online for them to indicate their choices and return to school. Before choices are finalised, parents/careers will be asked tosign to confirm their child’s choices.activity will you choose if you want to go camping . . . . willthestudentsdoonTuesdaywithMrs.WilsonA. TraveltoLondon.B. Seeaparadeandfireworks.C. TourcentralParis.D. VisittheWWIbattlefields.longdoesPottyaboutPotterlastA. Twodays.B. Fourdays.C. Fivedays.D. Oneweek.BMany of us love July because it’s the month when nature’s berries and stone fruits are in abundance. These colourful and sweet jewels form British Columbia’s fields are little p owerhouses of nutritional protection.Of the common berries, strawberries are highest in vitamin C, although, because of their seeds, raspberries contain a little more protein (蛋白质), iron and zinc (not that fruits have much protein). Blueberries are particularly high in antioxidants (抗氧化物质). The yellow and orange stone fruits such as peaches are high in the carotenoids we turn into vitamin A and which are antioxidants. As for cherries (樱桃), they are so delicious who cares However, they are rich in vitamin C.When combined with berries of slices of other fruits, frozen bananas make an excellent base for thick, cooling fruit shakes and low fat “ice cream”. For this purpose, select ripe bananas for freezing as they are much sweeter. Remove the skin and place them in plastic bags or containers and freeze. If you like, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice on the bananas will prevent them turning brown. Frozen bananas will last several weeks, depending on their ripeness and the temperature of the you have a juicer, you can simply feed infrozen bananas and some berries or sliced fruit. Out comes a “soft-serve” creamy dessert, to be eaten right away. This makes a fun activity for a children’s party; they love feeding the fruit and frozen bananas into the top of the machine and watching the ice cream come out below.24. What does the author seem to like about cherriesA. They contain protein.B. They are high in vitamin A.C. They have a pleasant taste.D. They are rich in antioxidants.25. Why is fresh lemon juice used in freezing bananasA. To make them smell better.B. To keep their colour.C. To speed up their ripening.D. To improve their nutrition.26. What is “a juicer” in the last paragraphA. A dessert.B. A drink.C. A container.D. A machine.27. From which is the text probably takenA. A biology textbook.B. A health magazine.C. A research paper.D. A travel brochure.CTeens and younger children are reading a lot less for fun, according to a Common Sense Media report published Monday.While the decline over the past decade is steep for teen readers, some data in the report shows that reading remains a big part of many children’s lives, and indicates how parents might help encourage more reading.According to the report’s key findings, “the proportion (比例) who say they ‘hardly ever’ read for fun has gone from 8 percent of 13-year-olds and 9 percent of 17-year-olds in 1984 to 22 percent and 27 percent respectively today.”The report data shows that pleasure reading levels for younger children, ages 2—8, remain largely the same. But the amount of time spent in reading each session has declined, from closer to an hour or more to closer to a half hour per When it comes to technology and reading, the report does littleto counsel(建议) parents looking for data about the effect of e-readers and tablets on reading. It does point out that many parents still limit electronic reading, mainly due to concerns about increased screen time.The most hopeful data shared in the report shows clear evidence of parents serving as examples and important guides for their kids when it comes to reading. Data shows that kids and teens who do read frequently, compared to infrequent readers, have more books in the home, more books purchased for them, parents who read more often, and parents who set aside time for them to read. As the end of school approaches, and school vacation reading lists loom(逼近) ahead, parents might take this chance to step in and make their own summer reading list and plan a family trip to the library or bookstore.28. What is the Common Sense Media report probably aboutA. Children’s reading habits.B. Quality of children’s books.C. Child ren’s after-class activities.D. Parent-child relationships.29. Where can you find the data that best supports "children are reading a lot less for fun"A. In paragraph 2.B. In paragraph 3.C. In paragraph 4.D. In paragraph 5.30. Why do many parents limit electronic readingA. E-books are of poor quality.B. It could be a waste of time.C. It may harm children’s health.D. E-readers are expensive.31. How should parents encourage their children to read moreA. Act as role models for them.B. Ask then to write book reports.C. Set up reading groups for them.D. Talk with their reading class teachers.DWe’ve all been there: in a lift, in line at the bank or on an airplane, surrounded by people who are, like us, deeply focused on their smartphones or, worse, struggling with the uncomfortable silence.What’s the problem It’s possible that we all have compromised conversational intelligence. It’s more likely that none of us start a conversation because it’s awkward and challenging, or we think it’s annoyingand unnecessary. But the next time you find yourself among strangers, consider that small talk is worth the trouble. Experts say it’s an invaluable social practice that results in big benefits.Dismissing small talk as unimportant is easy, but we can’t forget that deep relationships wouldn’teven exist if it weren’t for casual conversation. Small talk is the grease(润滑剂) for social communication, says Bernardo Carducci, director of the Shyness Research Institute at Indiana University Southeast. ＂Almost every great love story and each big business deal begins with small talk,＂ he explains. ＂The key to successful small talk is learning how to connect with others, not just communicate with them.＂In a 2014 study, Elizabeth Dunn, associate professor of psychology at UBC, invited people on their way into a coffee shop. One group was asked to seek out an interaction(互动) with its waiter; the other, to speak only when necessary. The results showed that those who chatted with their server reported significantly higher positive feelings and a better coffee shop experience. ＂It’s not that talking to the waiter is better than talking to your husband,＂says Dunn. ＂But interactions with peripheral(边缘的) members of our social network matter for our well-being also.＂Dunn believes that people who reach out to strangers feel a significantly greater sense of belonging, a bond with others. Carducci believes developing such a sense of belonging starts with small talk. ＂Small talk is the basis of good manners,＂ he says.32. What phenomenon is described in the first paragraphA. Addiction to smartphones.B. Inappropriate behaviours in public places.C. Absence of communication between strangers.D. Impatience with slow service.33. What is important for successful small talk according to CarducciA. Showing good manners.B. Relating to other people.C. Focusing on a topic.D. Making business deals.34. What does the coffee-shop study suggest about small talkA. It improves family relationships.B. It raises people’s confidence.C. It matters as much as a formal talk.D. It makes people feel good.35. What is the best title for the textA. Conversation CountsB. Ways of Making Small TalkC. Benefits of Small TalkD. Uncomfortable Silence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。
2023新高考全国1卷英语试题及答案
2023新高考全国1卷英语试题及答案2023最新年新高考全国1卷英语试题及答案第一部分阅读理解(共两节，总分 50分)第一节(共15小题;每题2.5分，总分 37.5分)阅读以下短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最正确选项。
AGrading Policies for Introduction to LiteratureGrading Scale90—100, A; 80 —90, B; 70 —79, C; 60 —69, D; Below 60, E.Essays (60%)Students will work in groups to complete four assignments (作业) during the course. All the assignments will be submitted by the assigned date through Blackboard, our online learning and course management system.Daily Work / InClass Writings and Tests / Group Work / Homework (10%)Class activities will vary from day to day, but students must be ready to complete short inclass writings or tests drawn directly from assigned readings or notes from the previous class’ lecture/discussion, so it is important to take carefulnotes during class. Additionally, from time to time I will assign group work to be completed in class or short assignments to be completed at home, both of which will be graded.Late WorkAn essay not submitted in class on the due date will losea letter grade for each class period it is late. If it is not turned in the the 4th day after the due date, it will earn a zero. Daily assignments not completed during class will get a zero. Short writings missed as a result of an excused absence will be accepted.21. Where is this text probably taken from?A. A textbook.B. An exam paper.C. A course plan.D. An academic article.22. How may parts is a student’s final grade made up of?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Five.23. What will happen if you submit an essay one week after the due date?A. You will receive a zero.B. You will lose a letter grade.C. You will be given a test.D. You will have to rewrite it.BLike most of us, I try to be mindful of food that goesto waste. The arugula (芝麻菜) was to make a nice green salad, rounding out a roast chicken dinner. But I ended up working late. Then friends called with a dinner invitation. I stuck the chicken in the freezer. But as days passed, the arugula went bad. Even worse, I had unthinkingly bought way too much; I could have made six salads with what I threw out.In a world where nearly 800 million people a year go hungry, “food waste goes against the moral grain,” as Elizabeth Royte writes in this month’s cover story. It’s jawdropping how much perfectly good food is thrown away —from “ugly” (but quite eatable) vege tables rejected by grocers to large amounts of uneaten dishes thrown into restaurant garbage cans.Producing food that no one eats waste the water, fuel, and other resources used to grow it. That makes food waste an environmental problem. In fact, R oyte writes, “if food waste were a country, it would be the third largest producer of greenhouse gases in the world.”If that’s hard to understand, let’s keep it as simple as the arugula at the back of my refrigerator. Mike Curtin sees my arugula story all the time —but for him, it’s more like 12 boxes of donated strawberries nearing their last days.Curtin is CEO of DC Central Kitchen in Washington D.C., which recovers food and turns it into healthy meals. Last year it recovered more than 807,500 pounds of food by taking donations and collecting blemished (有瑕疵的) produce that otherwise would have rotted in fields. And the strawberries? Volunteers will wash, cut, and freeze or dry them for use in meals down the road.Such methods seem obvious, y et so often we just don’t think. “Everyone can play a part in reducing waste, whether by not purchasing more food than necessary in your weekly shopping or by asking restaurants to not include the side dish you won’t eat,” Curtin says.24. What does the author want to show by telling the arugula story?A. We pay little attention to food waste.B. We waste food unintentionally at times.C. We waste more vegetables than meat.D. We have good reasons for wasting food.25. What is a consequence of food waste according to the text?A. Moral decline.B. Environmental harm.C. Energy shortage.D. Worldwide starvation.26. What does Curtin’s company do?A. It produces kitchen equipment.B. It turns rotten arugula into clean fuel.C. It helps local farmers grow fruits.D. It makes meals out of unwanted food.27. What does Curtin suggest people do?A. Buy only what is needed.B. Reduce food consumption.C. Go shopping once a week.D. Eat in restaurants less often.CThe elderly residents (居民) in care homes in London are being given hens to look after to stop them feeling lonely. The project was dreamed up by a local charity (慈善组织) to reduc e loneliness and improve elderly people’s wellbeing. It is also being used to help patients suffering dementia, a serious illness of the mind. Staff in care homes have reported a reduction in the use of medicine where hens are in use.Among those taking part in the project is 80yearold Ruth Xavier. She said, “I used to keep hens when I was younger and had to prepare their breakfast each morning before I went to school.“I like the project a lot. I am down there in my wheelchair in the morning letting the hens out and down there again at night to see they’ve gone to bed.“It’s good to have a different focus. People have been bringing their children to see the hens and residents come and sit outside to watch them. I’m enjoying the creative activities, and it feels great to have done something useful.” There are now 700 elderly people looking after hens in 20 care homes in the North East, and the charity has been given financial support to roll it out countrywide.Wendy Wilson, extra care manager at 60 Penfold Street, one of the first to embark on the project, said, “Residents really welcome the idea of the project and the creative sessions. We are looking forward to the benefits and fun the project can bring to people here.”Lynn Lewis, director of Notting Hill Pathways, said, “We are happy to be taking part in the project. It will really help connect our residents through a shared interest and creative activities.”28. What is the purpose of the project?A. To ensure harmony in care homes.B. To provide parttime jobs for he aged.C. To raise money for medical research.D. To promote the elderly people’s welfare.29. How has the project affected Ruth Xavier?A. She has learned new life skills.B. She has gained a sense of achievement.C. She has recovered her memory.D. She has developed a strong personality.30. What do the underlined words “embark on” mean in paragraph 7?A. Improve.B. Oppose.C. Begin.D. Evaluate.31. What can we learn about the project from the last two paragraphs?A. It is well received.B. It needs to be more creative.C. It is highly profitable.D. It takes ages to see the results.DHuman speech contains more than 2,000 different sounds, from the common “m” and “a” to the rare clicks of some southern African languages. But why are certain sounds more common than others? A groundbreaking, fiveyear study shows that dietrelated changes in human bite led to new speech sounds that are now found in half the world’s languages.More than 30 years ago, the scholar Charles Hockett noted that speech sounds called labiodentals, such as “f” and “v”, were more common in the languages in society that ate softer foods. Now a team of researchers led by Damian Blasi at the University of Zurich, Switzerland, has found how and why this trend arose.They discovered the upper and lower front teeth of ancient human adults were aligned(对齐), making it hard to produce labiodentals, which are formed by touching the lower lip to the upper teeth. Later, our jaws changed to an overbite structure (结构), making it easier to produce such sounds. The team showed that this change in bite was connected with the development of agriculture in the Neolithic period. Food became easier to chew at this point. The jawbone didn’t have to do as much work and so didn’t grow to be so large. Analyses of a language database also confirmed that there was a global change in the sound of world languages after the Neolithic age, with the use of “f” and “v” increasing remarkably during the last few thousand years. These sounds are still not found in the languages of many huntergatherer people today.This research overturns the popular view that all humanspeech sounds were present when human beings evolved around 300,000 years ago. “The set of speech sounds we use has not necessarily remained stable since the appearance of human beings, but rather the huge variety of speech sounds that we find today is the product of a complex interplay of things like biological change and cultural evolution,” said Steven Moran,a member of the research team.32. Which aspect of the human speech sound does Damian Blasi’s research focus on?A. Its variety.B. Its distribution.C. Its quantity.D. Its development.33. Why was it difficult for ancient human adults to produce labiodentals?A. They had fewer upper teeth than lower teeth.B. They could not open and lose their lips easily.C. Their jaws were not conveniently structured.D. Their lower front teeth were not large enough.34. What is paragraph 5 mainly about?A. Supporting evidence for the research results.B. Potential application of the research findings.C. A further explanation of the research methods.D. A reasonable doubt about the research process.35. What does Steven Moran say about the set of human speech sounds?A. It is key to effective communication.B. It contributes much to cultural diversity.C. It is a complex and dynamic system.D. It drives the evolution of human beings.其次节(共5小题;每题2.5分，总分 12.5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正确选项。
高考英语试题全国卷i及答案
高考英语试题全国卷i及答案高考英语试题全国卷I一、听力理解（共20分）1. What does the man want to do?A. Visit a museum.B. Go to a concert.C. Watch a movie.2. How much will the woman pay for the tickets?A. $15.B. $30.C. $45.3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A travel plan.B. A restaurant.C. A shopping mall....20. What does the woman suggest the man do?A. Take a break.B. Finish the report.C. Go to the gym.二、阅读理解（共40分）ADirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the informationgiven in the passage.Passage One21. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of sleep.B. The effects of sleep deprivation.C. The benefits of taking naps.D. The relationship between sleep and health.22. According to the passage, what happens when people are sleep-deprived?A. They become more creative.B. They are more likely to make mistakes.C. They become more energetic.D. They are more resistant to stress....30. What can be inferred from the passage?A. Sleep is essential for learning.B. Sleep deprivation can lead to obesity.C. Sleep is more important than diet.D. Lack of sleep can cause mental illness.BPassage Two31. What is the author's purpose in writing the article?A. To encourage people to travel more.B. To introduce a new travel app.C. To explain the benefits of solo travel.D. To discuss the challenges of traveling alone.32. What does the author suggest about solo travel?A. It can be lonely.B. It can be dangerous.C. It is always enjoyable.D. It can be a learning experience....40. What is the best title for the passage?A. The Joys of Solo TravelB. The Risks of Traveling AloneC. The Art of Traveling SoloD. The Challenges of Solo Travel三、语言知识运用（共45分）Section ADirections: Fill in each blank with the proper form of the word given in brackets.41. The company has just announced that it will ________ (expand) its business into new markets.42. Despite the heavy rain, the football match had to go on as it was being ________ (nation) televised.43. The professor suggested that we ________ (divide) the work into several parts and finish it step by step....60. It is generally believed that ________ (good) reading habits contribute to academic success.Section BDirections: Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given in capitals.61. The book is so interesting that I want to read it again. The book is ________ interesting ________ I want to read it again.62. He didn't go to the party because he was feeling unwell. He didn't go to the party ________ ________ he was feelingunwell....75. The meeting was put off until next week.The meeting was ________ ________ until next week.四、写作（共35分）76. Write an email to your friend about your plans for the summer vacation. (10 points)77. Write a short essay on the importance of teamwork. (15 points)78. Write a proposal for a school club activity. (10 points)答案：一、听力理解1-5: CABAC6-10: DBCAB11-15: ABCDA16-20: CBACB二、阅读理解A篇21-25: DBCAD26-30: ABCDAB篇31-35: CADBA36-40: DBCABC篇41-45: BCDAB46-50: CADBC三、语言知识运用Section A41. expand42. nationally43. divide ...60. goodSection B61. so, that62. because of ...75. put off四、写作略。
高考英语真题及答案(全国甲卷)
高考英语真题及答案(全国甲卷)2023高考英语真题及答案(全国甲卷)第一部分(听力1-20题满分30分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
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1.5分，满分7.5分)每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In the book storeB. In the register officeC. In the dorm building2.What is the weather like now?A.SunnyB. CloudyC. Rainy3.What does the man want to do on the weekend?A.Do some gardeningB. Have a barbecueC. Go fishing4.What are the speakers talking about?A.A new officeB. A change of their jobsC. A former colleague5.What do we know about Andrew?A.He’s optimisticB. He’s activeC. He’s shy第二节(共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5)每段对话读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6，7题。
6.Which of the following does the woman dislike?A.The bedroomB. The sitting roomC. The kitchen7.What does the woman suggest they do next?A.Go to another agencyB. See some other flatsC. Visit the neighbours听第7段材料，回答第8，9题。
高考英语试题全国卷及答案
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ASudha Chandran, a classical dancer from India, had to have her right leg cut after a car accident.She was also cut off on her bright career road.However, she didnt stop struggling. In the painful three months that followed, Sudha met a doctor who had an operation on her leg. So strongly she wanted to go back to dancing after she had been fitted with a man-made leg. Sudha knew that she believed in herself and could realize her dream, so she began her brave journey back to the world of dancing — learning to balance, bend, stretch, walk, and turn. After every public recital (个人表演), she might ask her dad about her performance. “You still have a long way to go” was the answer she used to get in return. In January1984, Sudha gained popularity again by giving a public recital in Bombay. She performed in such a great manner that it moved everyone to tears and this performance pushed her to the number one position again. That evening when she asked her dad the same question, he didnt say anything. He just touched her feet as a praise. Sudhas comeback was so touching that a film producer decided to make the story into a film, which has moved more and more people. When someone asked Sudha how she had managed to dance again, she said quite simply, “YOU DONT NEED FEET TO DANCE.” Nothing is impossible in this world. If you have the will to win, you can achieve anything.21. What can we learn about Sudha Chandran from Paragraph 1?A. She lost her job because of her leg.B. She used to be well-known in India.C. She got her legs injured while dancing.D. She had a traffic accident on a freeway.22. What happened to Sudha after she met the doctor?A. Her right leg was cut off.B. She gave up dancing soon afterwards.C. She started a difficult recovery training.D. She got well in three months.23. Sudhas performance in Bombay ________.A. was a great successB. attracted a great number of directorsC. was based on a filmD. was supported by a film producer24. What does the story tell us?A. Practice makes perfect.B. He who smiles last smiles best.C. Failure is the mother of success.D. Where there is a will, there is a way.BA Special Opportunity for Customers of Producers ChoiceDear music producers,If you LOVE producing music, then you are going to LOVE our new monthly sample (样品)pack club. With Producers Choice Monthly, youll get every single sample pack well ever make at . Youll get every new pack we put on the website — sent directly to your email inbox even before they go on our website! 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The sample packs are different in size, each of which is usually from 300MB to 2GB+, so you will get great value for money!Q — How will my samples be delivered to me?A — We send our members an email with a download link, so you can download your sample packs quickly and easily.Q — How does the payment/billing work?A — If you join our monthly plan, your credit card will be billed once a month. You can stop at any time.25. The website . is most probably for________.A. music producersB. email writersC. credit card usersD. web designers26. How much will you pay if you subscribe to Producers Choice Monthly for half a year?A. $29.95.B. $36.C. $179.70.D. $149.75.27. What will you receive each month if you subscribe to Producers Choice Monthly?A. No less than three sample packs.B. A sample pack larger than 2GB.C. At least a sample pack of 300MB.D. Three sample packs larger that 6GB.28. How will you pay if you subscribe to Producers Choice Monthly?A. By bank card.B. By credit card.C. In cash.D. By check.CIn Los Angeles, drivers spend sixty-one hours every year stuck in traffic. These drivers know all too well how bad the traffic can be. “Therere too many cars, and you cant move around a lot.”Professor Cyrus Shahabi also knows about traffic jams. He lives more than 65 kilometers from his office at the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles. He is always late even with the help of a navigation (导航) system. He decided to develop a program called ClearPath for that. He says his program uses historical data to predict traffic conditions even before the driver leaves the house. “Whats unique (独特的) is that we use a lot of data thats currently become availableincluding traffic data, weather data, and we analyze that so that we can predict whats going to happen in front of you when leave home.”Professor Shahabi says his system does more than just answer current traffic conditions. With ClearPath, he says, a driver can decide what time he wants to leave, and ClearPath will give the fastest route. It looks at the entire road network, including surface streets as well as highways, before the driver hits the road. Professor Shahabi hopes to have ClearPath available nationwide and overseas once they can collect traffic data from other cities.“I always thought that Los Angeles had the worst traffic, but now I know that Shanghai, Beijing, Seoul, Tokyo, believe it or not, Singapore, Hong Kong certainly are examples that can immediately use this.”Professor Shahabi hopes to share this new technology with companies that already have navigation systems, such as Google and Apple.29. Professor Cyrus Shahabi is often late for work because of________.A. his living far awayB. his cars navigation systemC. bad traffic conditionsD. too many cars in his university30. What is unique about ClearPath?A. It helps drivers know the road conditions ahead of time.B. It can make sure that you will never be late for work.C. It helps drivers see clearly what happens on the road.D. It can use a lot of information and data all over the world.31. The underlined word “ hits” in the fourth paragraph probably means ________.A. has accidentB. gets toC. turns left or rightD. collects traffic data32. Whats Professor Shahabis attitude toward his invention?A. Proud.B. Worried.C. Disappointed.D. Optimistic.DTeenagers at one German school are learning how to achieve happiness alongside other traditional subjects such as math and languages. The class sit in a circle with their eyes shut and they count from one to ten: someone starts, the next voice comes from the far right, a third from the other side.The aim of the game is to listen for an opportunity to shout out the number without clashing (冲突) with another voice or leaving a pause. On the first try, most of the young Germans try to be first, while a few are too shy to join in, but by the fifth time round, they develop a rhythm (节奏).The message: give other people space but also confidently claim your own. This is a requirement for social well-being.The Willy Hellpach School in Heidelberg is the first in the nation to develop a happiness course.It is intended for students preparing for university entrance exams.“The course isnt there to make you happy,” Ernst Fritz-Schubert, the school principal, warned pupils, “but rather to help you discover the ways to become happy.”Cooking a meal together is one of the class exercises. Improving body language under the guidance of two professional actresses is another.The course is taught for three periods a week. Although its the happy subject, the pupils themselves insist it is no laughing matter.“In the first period, we had to each say something positive about another member of the class and about ourselves. No laughing at people,”said Fanny, 17.Research by the school shows it is not the first to start happiness classes: they also exist at some US universities, mainly based on positive thinking, using findings from studies of depression.33. Whats the writing purpose of this passage?A. To describe all the traditional courses.B. To introduce the happiness course.C. To develop the readers interest in happiness.D. To help students struggle against being sad.34. According to the passage, the happiness course is ________.A. created by the Willy Hellpach SchoolB. to make all the students happy all the timeC. required to be taken by the first year studentsD. to help students discover the way to happiness35. It can be inferred from the passage that ________.A. the students self-respect can also improve happinessB. the students just took the course as a laughing matterC. the students can certainly become happy after the courseD. the students waste time learning something without value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。
英语新高考2卷试题及答案
英语新高考2卷试题及答案一、听力理解（共20分）1. What does the man mean?A) He doesn't like the book.B) He has already read the book.C) He wants to borrow the book.D) He has written the book.答案：B2. Where are the speakers?A) In a library.B) In a bookstore.C) In a classroom.D) In a park.答案：A3. What is the woman's suggestion?A) To buy a new computer.B) To repair the old one.C) To use her computer.D) To wait for a discount.答案：C二、阅读理解（共40分）1. According to the passage, what is the main cause of theproblem discussed?A) Environmental pollution.B) Overpopulation.C) Lack of resources.D) Technological failure.答案：B2. What does the author suggest as a solution to the problem?A) Encouraging immigration.B) Reducing the birth rate.C) Increasing the use of technology.D) Expanding agricultural land.答案：B3. What can be inferred from the passage?A) The problem is getting worse.B) The problem has been solved.C) The problem is not serious.D) The problem is temporary.答案：A三、完形填空（共20分）1. The word "abundant" in the sentence "The region has abundant natural resources" most closely means:A) Scarce.B) Limited.C) Plentiful.D) Unnecessary.答案：C2. In the context of the passage, the phrase "make a difference" is used to indicate:A) To cause a problem.B) To have no effect.C) To cause a change.D) To remain the same.答案：C3. The sentence "The new policy will take effect immediately" implies that:A) The policy is outdated.B) The policy will be delayed.C) The policy will be implemented right away.D) The policy is not yet decided.答案：C四、短文改错（共10分）1. I have been lived here for ten years.A) haveB) beenC) livedD) here答案：A2. She is too tired to can't walk any further.A) isB) tooC) can'tD) walk答案：C3. The teacher told us that the earth is round.A) thatB) theC) earthD) round答案：A五、书面表达（共10分）1. Write a short passage about your future plans. (10 points) 答案：[学生自行撰写]注意：以上题目及答案仅供参考，实际考试内容和格式可能会有所不同。
新高考卷英语试题及答案
新高考卷英语试题及答案一、听力理解（共20分）1. What is the man going to do?A. Go to the cinema.B. Visit a museum.C. Attend a concert.2. Why does the woman refuse the invitation?A. She has to work overtime.B. She is not interested in the event.C. She has another appointment.3. What does the woman mean by saying "It's a bit out of my way"?A. She doesn't know the way.B. She is willing to go out of her way.C. She doesn't want to go out of her way.4. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Doctor and patient.B. Teacher and student.C. Mother and son.5. What time does the train leave?A. At 6:15 a.m.B. At 7:45 a.m.C. At 8:30 a.m.二、阅读理解（共30分）Passage 16. What is the main topic of the passage?A. The importance of sleep.B. The effects of sleep deprivation.C. The benefits of taking naps.7. According to the passage, which of the following is a sign of sleep deprivation?A. Increased appetite.B. Frequent headaches.C. Difficulty concentrating.8. What does the author suggest to improve sleep quality?A. Avoiding caffeine before bedtime.B. Taking a hot bath before sleep.C. Exercising regularly during the day.Passage 29. What is the purpose of the article?A. To introduce a new technology.B. To discuss the impact of technology on jobs.C. To predict the future of employment.10. Which industry is expected to be most affected by automation?A. Healthcare.B. Manufacturing.C. Education.11. What does the author suggest for workers to cope with jobchanges?A. Continuous learning.B. Early retirement.C. Relocation to another city.Passage 312. What is the author's opinion about the new policy?A. It is too restrictive.B. It is necessary and effective.C. It is controversial and divisive.13. What is one of the reasons the policy was implemented?A. To reduce traffic congestion.B. To promote public transportation.C. To improve air quality.14. How does the policy affect the local economy?A. It increases tourism.B. It decreases business revenue.C. It stimulates economic growth.三、语言知识运用（共20分）15. The weather turned out to be very fine yesterday,________ we had expected.A. thatB. whichC. whatD. as16. ________ the project on time, they worked late into the night.A. CompletingB. To completeC. Having completedD. Completed17. I don't think it appropriate ________ you to make such a decision.A. ofB. forC. toD. with18. ________ the problem, let's discuss it in the meeting room.A. FacingB. FacedC. To faceD. Having faced19. She is one of the most talented students ________ I have ever taught.A. whoB. whomC. thatD. which20. ________ the heavy rain, the match had to be postponed.A. Owing toB. Due toC. Because ofD. As a result of四、写作（共30分）21. Write an essay of about 150 words on the topic "The Role of Technology in Education". You should write clearly and coherently, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.听力理解答案：1. A2. C3. C4. B5. B阅读理解答案：6. A7. C8. A9. C10. B11. A12. B13. C14. B语言知识运用答案：15. D16. B17. B18. C19. C20. A写作部分略。
2023年全国高考英语试题及参考答案(全国乙卷)
2023年全国高考英语试题及参考答案（全国乙卷）（河南 江西 甘肃 陕西 宁夏 新疆 青海 内蒙古）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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
APRACTITIONERSJacqueline Felic de (c. 1322) highlights the suspicion that women practicing medicine faced. Born to a Jewish family in Florence she moved to Paris where she worked as a physician and performed surgery. In 1322 she was tried for practicing unlawfully. In spite of the court hearing testimonials(证明)of her ability as a doctor, she was banned from medicine.Tan Yun (1461-1554) was a Chinese physician who learned her skills from her grandparents. Chinese women at the time could not serve a apprenticeships (学徒期)with doctors. However, Tan passed the official exam. Tan treated women from all walks of life. In 1511Tan wrote a book, sayings of Female Doctor, describing her life as physician.James Barry (c. 1789-1865) was born Margaret Bulkley in Ireland but, dressed as a man, she was accepted by Edinburgh University to study medicine She qualified as a surgeon in 1813, then joined the British Army,serving overseas. Barry retired in 1859, having practiced her entire medical profession living and working as a man.Rebecca Lee Crumpler (1831-1895) worked as a nurse for eight years before studying in medical college in Boston in 1860. Four years later, she was the first African American woman to receive a medical degree. She moved to Virginia in 1865, where she provided medical care to freed slaves.21. What did Jacqueline and James have in common?A. Doing teaching jobs.B. Being hired as physicians.C. Performing surgery.D. Being banned from medicine.22. How was Tan Yun different from the other practitioners?A. She wrote a book.B. She went through trials.C. She worked as a dentist.D. She had formal education.23.Who was the first African American with a medical degree?A. Jacqueline Felice de A.B. Tan Yun.C. James Barry.D. Rebcca Lee Crumpler.BLiving in Iowa and trying to become a photographer specializing in landscape(风景)can be quite a challenge, mainly because the corn state lacks geographical variation.Although landscapes in the Midwest tend to be quite similar either farm fields or highway, sometimes I find distinctive character in the hills or lakes. To make some of my landscape shots, I have travelled up to four hours away to shoot within 10-minture time for me, I tend to travel with a few of my friends to state parks or to the countryside to go on adventures and take photos along the way.Being at the right place at the right time is decisive in any style of photography. I often leave early to seek the right destinations so I can set up early to avoid missing the moment I am attempting to photograph. I have missed plenty of beautiful sun sets and rises due to being on the sport only five minutes before the best moment.One time my friends and I drove three hours t0Devil’s Lake, Wisconsin, to climb the purple quartz(石英) rock around the lake. After we found a crazy-looking road that hung over a bunch of rocks, we decided to photograph the scene at sunset. The position enabled us to look over the lake with the sunset in the background. We managed to leave this spot to climb higher because of the spare time until sunset.However, we did not mark the route(路线)so we ended up almost missing the sunset entirely. Once we found the place, it was stressful getting lights and cameras set up in the limited time. Still looking back on the photos, they are some of my best shots though they could have been so much better if I would have been prepared and managed my time wisely.24.How does the author deal with the challenge as a landscape photographer in the Midwest?A. By teaming up with other photographers.B. By shooting in the countryside or state parks.C. By studying the geographical conditions.D. By creating settings in the com fields.25. What is the key to successful landscape photography according to the author?A. Proper time management.B. Good shooting techniques.C. Adventurous spirit.D. Distinctive styles.26.What can we infer from the author’s trip with friends to Devil’s Lake?A. They went crazy with the purple quartz rockB. They felt stressed while waiting for the sunset.C. They reached the shooting spot later than expected.D. They had problems with their equipment.27. How does the author find his photos taken at Devil's Lake?A. Amusing.B. Satisfying.C. Encouraging.D. Comforting.CWhat comes into your mind when you think of British food? Probably fish and chips or a Sunday dinner of meat and two vegetables. But is British food really so uninteresting? Even though Britain has a reputation for less-than-impressive cuisine, it is producing more to class chefs who appear frequently on our televisionscreens and whose recipe books frequently top the best seller lists.It is thanks to these TV chefs rather than any advertising campaign that Britons are turning away from meat-and-two-veg and ready-made meals and becoming more adventurous in their cooking habits. It is recently reported that the number of those sticking to a traditional diet is slowly declining and around half of Britain's consumers would like to change or improve their cooking in some way. There has been a rise in the number of students applying for food courses at UK universities and colleges. It seems that TV have helped change what people thinking about cooking.According to a new study from market analysts, 1 in 5 Britons say that watching cookery on TV has encouraged them to try different food. Almost one third say they now use a wider variety of in- gradients(配料)than they used to, and just under 1 in 4 say they now buy better quality ingredients than before. One in four adults say that TV chefs have made them much more confident about expanding their cookery knowledge and skills, and young people are also getting more interested in cooking. The UK’sobsession(痴迷) with food is reflected through television scheduling. Cookery shows and documentaries about food are broadcast more often than before. With an increasing number of male chefs on TV, it’s no longer "uncool" for boys to like cooking.28. What do people usually think of British food?A. It is simple and plain.B. It is rich in nutrition.C. It lacks authentic tastes.D. It deserves a high reputation.29.Which best describes cookery on British TV?A. Authoritative.B. Creative.C. Profitable.D. Influential.30.Which is the percentage of the people using more diverse ingredients now?A.20%.B.24%.C.25%.D.33%.31.What might the author continue talking about?A. The art of cooking in other countries.B. Male chefs on TV.C. Table manners in the UK.D. Studies of big eaters.DIf you want to tell the history of the whole world, a history that does not privilege one part or humanity. you cannot do it through texts alone. Because only some of the world has ever had texts, while most of the world, for most of the time, has not. Writing is one of humanity’s later achievements, and until fairly recently even many literate(有文字的)societies recorded their concerns not only in writing but in tings.Ideally a history would bring together texts and objects, and some chapters of this book are able to do just that, but in many cases we simply can’t. The clearest example of this between literate and non-literate history is perhaps the first conflict at Botany Bay between Captain Cook's voyage and the Australian Aboriginals. From the English side, we have scientific reports and the captain’s record of that terrible day. From the Australian side, we have only a wooden shield(盾)dropped by a man in flight after his first experience of gunshot. If wewant to reconstruct what was actually going on that day, the shield must be questioned and interpreted as deeply and strictly as the written reports.In addition to the problem of miscomprehension from both sides, there are victories accidentally or deliberately twisted, especially when only the victors know how to write. Those who are on the losing side often have only their things to tell their stories. The Caribbean Taino. the Australian Aboriginals, the African people of Benin and the Incas all of whom appear in this book, can speak to us now of their past achievements most powerfully through the objects they made: a history told through things gives them back a voice. When we consider contact(联系)between literate and non-literate societies such as these, all our first-hand accounts are necessarily twisted, only one half of a dialogue. If we are to find the other half of that conversation, we have to read not just the texts, but the objects.32. What is the first paragraph mainly about?A. How past events should be presented.B. What humanity is concerned about.C. Whether facts speak louder than words.D. Why written language is reliable.33. What does the author indicate by mentioning Captain Cook in paragraph 2?A. His report was significantB. He represented the local people.C. He ruled over Botany Bay.D. His record was one-sided.34. What does the underlined word "conversation" in paragraph 3 refer to?A. Problem.B. History.C. Voice.D. Society.35. Which of the following books is the text most likely selected from?A. How Maps Tell Stories of the WorldB. A Short History of AustraliaC. A History of the World in 100 ObjectsD. How Art Works Tell Stories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。
山东高考英语试题及答案
山东高考英语试题及答案一、听力理解（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1. What does the man mean by saying "I'm all ears"?A. He is eager to listen.B. He is bored.C. He is sleepy.D. He is confused.答案：A2. What is the woman's suggestion for the man?A. To take a break.B. To work harder.C. To change his job.D. To talk to his boss.答案：D...20. Why does the woman refuse the man's invitation?A. She is not interested in the movie.B. She has other plans.C. She is too busy with work.D. She prefers to stay at home.答案：B二、阅读理解（共20小题，每小题2分，满分40分）21. According to the passage, what is the main reason for the decline in bee population?A. Pesticides.B. Loss of habitat.C. Climate change.D. Disease.答案：B22. What does the author suggest as a solution to the problem?A. Banning pesticides.B. Planting more flowers.C. Creating more natural habitats.D. Introducing new bee species.答案：C...40. What is the author's attitude towards the use of social media?A. Critical.B. Supportive.C. Neutral.D. Indifferent.答案：A三、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）41. A. althoughB. becauseC. unlessD. if答案：A42. A. interestB. hobbyC. passionD. enthusiasm答案：C...55. A. HoweverB. ThereforeC. MoreoverD. Furthermore答案：B四、语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）56. The company has announced that it will ________ (expand) its business into new markets next year.答案：expand57. ________ (compare) with last year, the sales have increased by 20%.答案：Compared...65. The project, ________ (complete) on time, was highly praised by the clients.答案：completed五、短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）66. One day, I was walking in the park, saw a little girl crying.答案：去掉“saw”前的“was”67. If you are planning to travel abroad, it is important that you should have a valid passport.答案：将“should”改为“had better”...75. After the meeting, we discussed about the project and decided to start it as soon as possible.答案：将“discussed”改为“discussed on”六、书面表达（满分30分）76. Write an essay of about 120 words based on the following picture. In your essay, you should1) describe the picture briefly,2) interpret its meaning, and3) give your opinion.答案：略。
2023年高考英语真题试卷(全国甲卷)(含答案详细解析)
2023年高考英语真题试卷（全国甲卷）一、语言知识运用第一节阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
阅读理解Where to Eat in BangkokBangkok is a highly desirable destination for food lovers. It has a seemingly bottomless well of dining options. Here are some suggestions on where to start your Bangkok eating adventure.NahmOffering Thai fine dining. Nahm provides the best of Bangkok culinary(烹饪的) experiences. It's the only their restaurant that ranks among the top 10 of the word's 50 best restaurants list. Head Chef David Thompson. Who received a Michelin star for his Loodon-based Thai restaurant of the same name, opened this branch in the Metropolitan Hotel in 2010.Issays Stamese ClubIssaya Siamese Club is internationally know Thai chef Ian Kittichai's first flagship Bangkok restaurant. The menu in this beautiful colonial house includes traditional Thai cuisine combined with modern cooking methods.Bo. tanBo. tan has been making waves in Bangkok's culinary scene since it opened in 2009. Servinghard-to-find Thai dishes in an elegant atmosphere, the restaurant is true to Thai cuisine's roots, yet still manages to add a special twist. This place is good for a candle-lit dinner or a work meeting with colleagues who appreciate fine food. For those extremely hungry there's a large set menu.GagganEarning first place on the lates "Asia's 50 best restaurants" list, progressive Indian restaurant Gaggan is one of the most exciting venues(场所) to arrive in Bangkok in recent years. The best table in this two-story colonial Thai home offers a window right into the kitchen, where you can see chef Gaggan and his staff in action. Culinary theater at its best.1．What do Nahm and Issaya Siamese Club have in common?A．They adp modern cooking methodsB．They have branches in London.C．They have top -class chefs.D．They are based in hotcls.2．Which restaurant offers a large set menu?A．Gaggan.B．Bo. Lan.C．Issaya Siamese Club.D．Nahm.3．What is special about Gaggan?A．It hires staff from India.B．It puts on a play every day.C．It serves hard-to-find local dishes.D．It shows the cooking process to guests.阅读理解Terri Boltonis a dab hand when it comes to DIY(do-it-yourself). Skillde at putting up shelves and piecing together fumiture, she never pays someone else to do a job she can do herself.She credits these skills to her late grandfather and builder Derek Lloyd. From the age of six, Terri, now 26, accompanied Derek to work during her school holidays. A day's work was rewarded with £5 in pocket money. She says: "I'm sure I wasn't much of a help to start with painting the rooms and putting down the flooring throughout the house. It took weeks and is was backbreaking work, but I know he was proud of my skills."Terri, who now rents abhouse with friends in Wandsworth, South West London, says DIY also saves her from losing any deposit when a tenancy(租期)comes to an end. She adds: "I've moved house many times and I always like to personalise my room and put up pictures. So, it's been useful to know how to cover up holes and repaint a room to avoid any charges when I've moved out"With millions of people likely to take on DIY projects over the coming weeks, new research shows that more than half of people are planning to make the most of the long, warm summer days to get jobs done. The average spend per project will be around £823. Two thirds of people aim to improve their comfort while at home. The fifth wish to increase the value of their house. Though DIY has a traditionally been seen as male hobby, the research shows it is women now leading the charge.4．Which is closest in meaning to "a dab hand" in paragraph 1?A．An artist.B．A winner.C．A specialist.D．A pioneer.5．Why did Terri's grandfather give her £5 a day?A．For a birthday gift.B．As a treat for her work.C．To support her DIY projects.D．To encourage her to take up a hobby.6．How did Terri avoid losing the deposit on the house she rented?A．By making it look like before.B．By finishing it herself.C．By splitting the rent with a roommate.D．By cancelling the rental agreement.7．What trend in DIY does the research show?A．It is becoming more costly.B．It is getting more time-consuming.C．It is turning into a seasonal industry.D．It is gaining popularity among females.阅读理解I was about 13 when an uncle gave me a copy of Jostein Gaarder's Sophie's World. It was full of ideas that were new to me, so I spent the summer with my head in and out of that book. It spoke to me and brought me into a world of philosophy(哲学).That love for philosophy lasted until I got to college. Nothing kills the love for philososphy faster than people who think they understand Foucault, Baudrillard, or Confucius better than you—and then try to explain them.Eric weiner's The Socrates Express: In Search of Life Lessons from Dead Philosophers reawakened my love for philosophy. It is not an explanation, but an invitation to think and experience philosophy.Weiner starts each chapter with a scene on a train ride between cities and then frames each philosopher's work in the centext(背景) of one thing they can help us do better. The end result is a read in which we learn to wonder like Socrates, see like Thoreau, listen like Schopenhauer, and have no regrets like Nietzsche. This, more than a book about understanding philosophy, is a book abour learning touse philosophy to improve a life.He makes philosophical thought an appealing exercise that improves the quality of our experiences, and he does so with plenty of humor. Weiner enters into conversation with some of the most importantphilosophers in history, and he becomes part of that crowd in the process by decoding(解读) their massages and adding his own interpretation.The Socrates Express is a fun, sharp book that draws readers in with its apparent simplicity and gradually pulls them in deeper thoughts on desire, loneliness, and aging. The invitation is clear: Weiner wants you to pick up a coffee or tea and sit down with this book. I encourage you to take his offer. It's worth your time, even if time is something we don't have a lot of.8．Who opened the door to philosophy for the author?A．Foucault.B．Eric Weiner.C．Jostein Gaarder D．A college teacher.9．Why does the author list great philosophers in paragraph 4?A．To compare Weiner with them.B．To give examples of great works.C．To praise their writing skills.D．To help readers understand Weiner's book.10．What does the author like about The Socrates Express?A．Its views on history are well-presented.B．Its ideas can be applied to daily life.C．It includes comments from readers.D．It leaves an open ending.11．What does the author think of Weiner's book?A．Objective and plain.B．Daring and ambitious.C．Serious and hard to follow.D．Humorous and straightforward阅读理解Grizzly bears, which may grow to about 2.5m long and weigh over 400kg, occupy a conflicted corner of the American psyche-we revere(敬畏) them even as they give us frightening dreams. Ask the tourists from around the world that flood into Yellowstone National Park what they most hope to see, and the iranswer is often the same: a grizzly bear."Grizzly bears are re-occupying large areas of their former range," says bear biologist Chris Servheen. As grizzly bears expand their range into places where they haven't been seen in a century or more, they're increasingly being sighted by humans.The western half of the U.S. was full of grizzlies when Europeans came, with a rough number of 50,000or more living alongside Native Americans. By the early 1970s, after centuries of cruel and continuous hunting by settlers, 600 to 800 grizzlies remained on a mere 2 percent of their former range in the Northern Rockies. In 1975, grizzlies were listed under the Endangered Species Act.Today, there are about 2,000 or more grizzly bears in the U.S. Their recovery has been so successful that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has twice attempted to de-list grizzlies, which would loosen legal protections and allow them to be hunted. Both efforts were overturned due to lawsuits from conservation groups. For now, grizzlies remain listed.Obviously, if precautions(预防) aren't taken, grizzlies can become troublesome, sometimes killing farm animals or walking through yards in search of food. If people remove food and attractants from their yards and campsites, grizzlies will typically pass by without trouble. Putting electric fencing around chicken houses and other farm animal quarters is also highly effective at getting grizzlies away. "Our hope is to have a clean, attractant-free place where bears can pass through without learning bad habits," says James Jonkel, longtime biologist who manages bears in and around Missoula.12．How do Americans look at grizzlies?A．They cause mixed feelings in people.B．They should be kept in national parks.C．They are of high scientific value.D．They are a symbol of American culture.13．What has helped the increase of the grizzly population?A．The European settlers' behavior.B．The expansion of bears' range.C．The protection by law since 1975.D．The support of Native Americans.14．What has stopped the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service from de-listing grizzlies?A．The opposition of conservation groups.B．The successful comeback of grizzlies.C．The voice of the biologists.D．The local farmers' advocates.15．What can be ierere from the last paragraph?A．Food should be provided for grizzlies.B．People can live in harmony with grizzlies.C．A special path should be built for grizzlies.D．Technology can be introduced to protect grizzlies.二、阅读理解第二节根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
【高考真题】2024年高考英语真题试卷(全国甲卷)(含答案)
【高考真题】2024年高考英语真题试卷（全国甲卷）第二部分(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分分)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。
Each ARTS FIRST festival is a unique annual celebration of the Harvard community's artistic creativity. We invite you to join us for the coming ARTS FIRST. We look forward to welcoming you as we showcase the creativity of the Harvard arts community through performances, art exhibitions and art-making activities. The festival is a public event for Harvard and community members of all ages.Light Awash in WatercolorLearn about the materials and qualities of watercolor paint with experts from the Harvard Art Museums Materials Lab. Try your hand at some of the painting tricks used by artists whose works will be in the upcoming exhibition of American Watercolors, 1880 -1990: Into the Light.Spineless Artists:Invertebrate CreativityFrom webs to cocoons, invertebrates(无脊椎动物) create some of nature's most delicate and beautiful designs. Join Javier Marin from the Harvard Museum of Natural History to learn how insects and other invertebrates dance,inspire fashion and create art, while making your own spineless artists out of craft(手工艺)materials.Wheel ThrowingJoin instructors from the Ceramics Program and great potters from Quincy, Cabot and Mather Houses for demonstrations using the potter's wheel. Then create your own masterpiece!Knitting and Pom-PomMakingJoin the Harvard Undergraduate Knitting Circle to make pom-poms and tassels out of thread, or pick up a pair of needles and learn to knit(编织).1．What do we know about ARTS FIRST?A．It is an exhibition of oil paintings.B．It offers art courses for all ages.C．It presents recreational activities.D．It is a major tourist attraction.2．Which program will you join if you're interested in drawing pictures?A．Light Awash in Watercolor.B．Spineless Artists: Invertebrate Creativity.C．Wheel Throwing.D．Knitting and Pom-Pom Making.3．What can you do together with Javier Marin?A．Practice a traditional dance.B．Make handcrafts.C．Visit a local museum D．Feed invertebrates.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。