广东省深圳市高级中学2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题
深圳市高级中学2020学年第一学期期中考试高二英语本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，第Ⅰ卷一、二、三大题共90分；第Ⅱ卷四、五、六、七大题共60分；全卷满分150分。
考试时间120分钟。
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第I卷（共90分）一、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。
APodcasts (播客)The B S. ReportDesigned for the sports fan with a sense of humor, the B.S. Report is hosted by the sportswriter Bill Simmons. Simmons show is in very loose and free form and it’s not uncommon for him to go almost a whole show withouteven mentioning sports.Wait, Wait…… Do n’ t Tell MeOne of the most popular Programs on National Public Radio, Wait. Wait... Don’t Tell Me is now available as a podcast. The show is a news program in the form of a game show. Each week a group of humorists and writers join host Peter Sagal in Chicago, where they are quizzed on the weeks most important and funny news stories. Listeners also get to call in to play different news-related games for a prizeThe MothThe Moth is a weekly podcast run by a nonprofit art organization. The show is made up of recordings of “true stories told before a live audience without notes”. Each week. the group releas es short 10-20 minute tales told by people from all walks of life. Past Presenters have included writers, comedians, scientists, and even New York City police officers.Film spottingFilm spotting is a weekly podcast and is a must-listen for any movie fan. The show is focused on movie reviews, but hosts Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson do more than just tell their listeners which new movie is worth seeing. They also discuss and examine the film as an art form. The how doesn’t just focus on current movies, either, as the hosts frequently discuss old films as part of theme marathons.1. If you are a police officer. you can take part in ________.A. TheB.S. Report B. Wait, Wait...Don’t Tell MeC. The MothD. Film spotting2. What do The Moth and Film spotting have in common?A. They are weekly programsB. They are open to everyoneC. Their hosts tell stories to the listeners.D. They are nonprofit arts organizations3. Which of the following is TRUE?A. You can play games in TheB. S. Report.B. People can tell stories in The MothC. Adam Kempenaar just tells their listeners old movies.D. The Moth is available only in New YorkBThe Basics of Math—Made ClearBasic Math introduces students to the basic concepts of mathematics, as well as the fundamentals of more tricky areas. These 30 fantastic lectures are designed to provide students with an understanding of arithmetic and to prepare them for Algebra (代数) and beyond.The lessons in Basic Math cover every basic aspect of arithmetic. They also look into exponents (指数), the order of operations, and square roots. In addition to learning how to perform various mathematical operations, students discover why these operations work, how a particular mathematical topic relates to other branches of mathematics, and how these operations can be used practically.Basic Math starts from the relatively easier concepts and gradually moves on to the more troublesome ones, so as to allow for steady and sure understanding of the material by students. The lectures offer students the chance to “make sense” of mathematical knowledge that may have seemed so frightening. They also help students prepare for college mathematics and overcome their anxiety about this amazing—and completely understandable—field of study.By the conclusion of the course, students will have improved their understanding of basic math. They will be able to clear away the mystery (神秘性) of mathematics and face their studies with more confidence than they ever imagined. In addition, they will strengthen their ability to accept new and exciting mathematical challenges.Professor H. Siegel, honored by Kentucky Educational Television as “the best math teacher in America,” is a devoted teacher and has a gift for explaining mathematical concepts in ways that make them seem clear and obvious. From the basic concrete ideas to the more abstract problems, he is master in making math lectures learner-friendlier and less scary.With a PhD in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University, Dr. Siegel teaches mathematics at Central Arizona College. His courses include various make-up classes and a number of lectures for future primary school teachers.If the course fails to provide complete satisfaction to you, you can easily exchange it for any other course that we offer. Or you can get your money back.4. What does the course Basic Math mainly cover?A. Algebra.B. College Mathematics.C. Arithmetic.D. Mathematics Education.5. What benefits can students expect from Basic Math?A. Stronger imaginative ability.B. Additional presentation skills.C. More mathematical confidence.D. Greater chances of becoming teachers.6. What can we learn about Professor H. Siegel?A. He is a guest lecturer at Kentucky Educational Television.B. He is to deliver 30 lectures in Basic Math.C. He works in Georgia State University.D. He specializes in training teachers.7. Where is the passage most likely to have been taken from?A. A news report.B. A book reviewC. A lesson plan.D. An advertisementCPeanuts to ThisProudly reading my words, I glanced around the room, only to find my classmates bearing big smiles on their faces and tears in their eyes. Confused, I glanced toward my stone-faced teacher. Having no choice, I slowly raised the report I had slaved over, hoping to hide myself. “What could be causing everyone to act this way?”Quickly, I flashed back to the day Miss Lancelot gave me the task. This was the first real talk I received in my new school. It seemed simple: go on the Internet and find information about a man named George Washington. Since my idea of history came from an ancient teacher in my home country, I had never heard of that name before. As I searched the name of this fellow, it became evident that there were two people bearing the same name who looked completely different! One invented hundreds of uses for peanuts, while the other led some sort of army across America. I stared at the screen, wondering which one my teacher meant. I called my grandfather for a golden piece of advice; flip (掷) a coin. Heads—the commander, and tails—the peanuts guy. Ah! Tails, my report would be about the great man who invented peanut butter,George Washington Carver.Weeks later, standing before this unfriendly mass, I was totally lost. Oh well, I lowered the paper and sat down at my desk, burning to find out what I had done wrong. As a classmate began his report, it all became clear, “My report is on George Washington, the man who started the American Revolution.” The whole world became quite! How could I know that she meant that George Washington?Obviously, my grade was awful. Heartbroken but fearless, I decided to turn this around. I talked to Miss Lancelot, but she insisted: No re-dos; no new grade. I felt that the punishment was not justified, and I believed I deserved a second chance. Consequently, I threw myself heartily into my work for the rest of the school year. Ten months later, that chance unfolded as I found myself sitting in the headmaster’s office wit h my grandfather, now having an entirely different conversation. I smiled and flashed back to the embarrassing moment at the beginning of the year as the headmaster informed me of my option to skip the sixth grade. Justice is sweet!8. What did the author’s classmates think about his report?A. Controversial.B. Ridiculous.C. Boring.D. Puzzling.9. Why was the author confused about the task?A. He was unfamiliar with American history.B. He followed the advice and flipped a coin.C. He forgot his teacher’s instruction.D. He was new at the school.10. The underlined word “burning” in Para. 3 probably means ________.A. annoyedB. ashamedC. readyD. eager11. In the end, the author turned things around ________.A. by redoing his taskB. through his own effortsC. with the help of his grandfatherD. under the guidance of his headmasterDHoney (蜂蜜) from the African forest is not only a kind of natural sugar, it is also delicious. Most people, and many animals, like eating it. However, the only way for them to get that honey is to find a wild bees’ nest (巢) and take the honey from it. Often, these nests are high up in trees, and it is difficult to find them. In parts of Africa, though, people and animals looking for honey have a strange and unexpected helper一a little bird called a honey guide.The honey guide does not actually like honey, but it does like the wax (蜂蜡) in the beehives (蜂房). The little bird cannot reach this wax, which is deep inside the bees’ nest. So, when it finds a suitable nest, it looks for someone to help it. The honey guide gives a loud cry that attracts the attention of both passing animals and people. Once it has their attention, it flies through the forest, waiting from time to time for the curious animal or person as it leads them to the nest. When they finally arrive at the nest, the follower reaches in to get at the delicious honey as the bird patiently waits and watches. Some of the honey, and the wax, always falls to the ground, and this is when the honey guide takes its share.Scientists do not know why the honey guide likes eating the wax, but it is very determined in its efforts to get it. The birds seem to be able to smell wax from a long distance away. They will quickly arrive whenever a beekeeper is taking honey from his beehives, and will even enter churcheswhen beeswax candles are being lit.12. Why is it difficult to find a wild bees’ nest?A. It’s small in size.B. It’s hidden in trees.C. It’s covered with wax.D. It’s hard to recogn ize.13. What do the words “the follower” in Paragraph 2 refer to?A. A bee.B. A bird.C. A honey seeker.D. A beekeeper.14. The honey guide is special in the way ________.A. it gets its foodB. it goes to churchC. it sings in the forestD. it reaches into bees’ nests15. What can be the best title for the text?A. Wild BeesB. Wax and HoneyC. Beekeeping in AfricaD. Honey-Lover’s Helper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。
【20套试卷合集】广东省深圳市2019-2020学年英语高二上期中模拟试卷含答案
2019-2020学年高二上英语期中模拟试卷含答案1. What does the man advise the woman to do?A. Read aloud to herself.B. Go to the library.C. Talk with her neighbor.2. How does the man go to work?A. By car.B. By bus .C. On foot.3. What’s the most probable relationship between the two speakers?A. Neighbors.B. Couple.C. Classmates.4. Where did the woman see the 5,000-year-old bread?A. In Egypt.B. In China.C. In England.5. How much does the man have to pay?A. $10.B. $20.C. $30.第二节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
请听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. How is the woman feeling now?A. Nervous.B. Disappointed.C. Happy.7. What is the woman learning?A. How to play the piano.B. How to paint and draw.C. How to cook.请听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. When did the accident take place?A. At 830.B. At 840.C. At 845.9. What caused the accident?A. A black dog.B. A black car.C. A white car.请听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
2023-2024学年广东省深圳中学高二上学期期中考试英语试题
2023-2024学年广东省深圳中学高二上学期期中考试英语试题1. You shouldn’t ________ friends ________ by asking them to hire your family members.B．put...on the spot C．tell...off D．tell...part A．put...in thepicture2. Given his history of injuries, there can be little ________ of him winning the race.A．consideration B．inspiration C．imagination D．expectation3. The discussions continued late into the night, but nothing was ________ for a lack of evidence.A．concluded B．quoted C．detected D．suspected4. A huge amount of oil was spilled, the effects ________ are still being felt.A．of it B．on whom C．of which D．on that5. I dreamed about my hometown while studying abroad, the dreams were so ________ that they disturbed me for days and I became homesick.A．delighted B．vivid C．entertaining D．amusing6. As a conservationist, my father was never ________ the changes they made to the town, which would lead to the loss of some wetlands.A．against B．in favor of C．beyond D．in question7. If you translate each word in a text separately, translations that are done too ________ often lack natural flow and may sound unnatural.A．steadily B．favorably C．literally D．critically8. Hear the music of voices, the song of a bird, the mighty strains of an orchestra, as if you________ deaf tomorrow.D．would be stuck A．will be stricken B．will be stuck C．would bestricken9. Big companies are in search of ________ products that offer unique value and features to ensure them difficult for competitors to imitate.A．innovative B．splendid C．massive D．delicate10. The hot weather is partly ________ for the water shortage.A．blamed B．to blame C．blaming D．blame11. It is no use ________ to persuade him ________ a holiday because he is a work addict.A．trying; to have B．trying; having C．to try; having D．to try; to have 12. Seeing him ________ into the room with tears in his eyes, I asked him what ________.A．rushed; would happen B．rush; had happenedC．rushing; happened D．to rush; was happened13. Mr. Smith ________ these days. I believe it crucial for him ________ a holiday before he reaches a point of burnout.A．has been overworking; to take B．overworked; takingC．had overworked; to take D．was overworking; taking14. I received a letter, ________ poor spelling made me think it was written by a child or someone who may not be proficient in the language.A．what B．whose C．that D．which15. It was on Mid-Autumn Festival ________ all family members reunite ________ I left my hometown for a strange city alone.A．where, that B．which, which C．when, that D．that, which 16. While shopping, people sometimes can’t help ________ into buying something they don’t really need.A．to persuade B．persuading C．being persuaded D．to be persuaded 17. Through a long period of professional training, he was well ________ the job.A．qualifying for B．qualifying with C．qualified with D．qualified for 18. Their team hadn’t lost a game the entire season. ________, we beat them last night.A．Nevertheless B．Otherwise C．Whichever D．While19. Indeed the exhibition is worth ________, despite the ________ tickets.A．to visit; over-pricing B．visiting; over-pricedC．to visit, over-pricedD．visiting; over-pricing20. To challenge her limits, Zhang Yufei, China’s“butterfly queen”, ________ the world record.A．set in to break B．set in breaking C．set out breaking D．set out to break Tired of traditional sightseeing tour? Plan a literary tour of Britain to visit the places that shaped your favorite authors’ lives and inspired their stories. It’s a new way to get off the usual tourist routine.Jane AustenThough Bath proudly claims Jane Austen as a favorite resident due to its Georgian charm, Jane found true happiness in Chawton Cottage, where she published one of her most famous novels, Pride and Prejudice. Tourists can explore this historic cottage with guided tours.William WordsworthIf, like the 19th-century Romantic poet William Wordsworth, the sight of a field of golden daffodils (水仙花) has ever cheered your lonely hours, visit Dove Cottage in Grasmere. The well-known poem, Lonely as a Cloud, was penned when having a walk with Dorothy in the Lake District. The modest cottage, now owned by the Wordsworth Trust (信托基金), offers guided tours.Agatha ChristieThe UK’s“Queen of Crime”, Agatha Christie, was born in Torquay. Every year, the town celebrates the creator of Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple with a festival that features talks, music shows and plays. When you visit the house, you can immerse yourself in the Christie mystery by exploring her collections and even booking a room on the top floor.Charles DickensBorn in Portsmouth, Dickens spent part of his childhood living near the Chatham Dockyards in Kent. Despite his time in London, Kent is the county most associated with the author of Oliver Twist and dozens of other familiar stories. He spent his final 14 years at Gads Hill Place in Gravesend, now a private school that can be visited in groups, by arrangement.21. Which of the following works was written by William Wordsworth?A．Pride and Prejudice . B．Lonely as a Cloud .C．Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple . D．Oliver Twist .22. What is special about Agatha Christie’s house?A．It’s owned and managed by a trust in Torquay.B．It’s in a town that can be visited with guided tours.C．Activities are held in recognition of Agatha Christie.D．Tourists have special offer if they stay over for a night.23. What do these above-mentioned places have in common?A．They are similar to traditional ways of sightseeing.B．They are most likely to attract literature enthusiasts.C．They are the world’s most visited tourist attractions.D．They are the best places to write great literature works.To many people, honey bees symbolize development, sustainability and environmentalism. But as a honey bee researcher, I have to tell you that only the first item on that list is reasonable. Although they are important for agriculture, honey bees also damage natural ecosystems by competing with native bees — some of which are species at risk.The rise in hobby beekeeping as a hobby, now a popular activity for hundreds of thousands of Americans, followed strong awareness campaigns to “save the bees.” But as a species, honey bees are least in need of saving. Media attention unfairly covers them over native bees, and vaguemessaging has led many citizens — myself once included — to believe they are doing a good thing for the environment by putting on a beekeeper’s facemask. Unfortunately, they are probably doing more harm than good.“Beekeeping is for people; it’s not a conservation practice,” says Sheila Colla, an assistant profe ssor and conservation biologist at Toronto’s York University, Canada. “People mistakenly think keeping honey bees, or helping honey bees, is somehow helping the native bees, which are at risk of extinction.” She is frustrated at the improper attention on s aving honey bees when, from a conservationist’s point of view, native bees are the ones in more need of support.For some reason, maybe because they are small, honey bees are not generally viewed as the massively distributed livestock (牲畜) animal that they are. There are millions of honey bee colonies in North America, 2.8 million of which are in the U. S. Approximating around 30,000 bees per colony, that’s roughly a billion honey bees in Canada and the U.S. alone — almost three times the number of people. High densities of honey bee colonies increase competition between native bees, putting even more pressure on the wild species that are already in decline.I used to believe that honey bees were a gateway species, and that concern over their health and development would spill over onto native bees, benefitting them, too. While this may have happened in some cases, evidence is increasing that misguided enthusiasm for honey bees has likely been to the native bees’ damage. Beekeeping doesn’t make me feel good, anymore. In fact, quite the opposite.24. What contributes to the popularity of beekeeping in America?A．It is easy to keep honey bees at home than native bees.B．Lots of TV shows advertise the benefits of honey bees.C．Beekeeping can improve the local agriculture productivity.D．Some activities have encouraged people to protect the bees.25. What is Colla’s opinion on beekeeping?A．Beekeeping can help the owner earn a great sum of money.B．People hold wrong ideas about the benefits of beekeeping.C．Beekeeping can protect native bees from extinction.D．Beekeeping is good for the natural environment.26. Why does the author mention the number of honey bees in paragraph 4?A．To clarify that honey bees are small in size.B．To show that native bees are in danger of extinction.C．To prove a misconception of honey bee populations.D．To confirm North America as the major honey bee habitat.27. What do the underlined words “a gateway species” probably mean?A．A common species. B．A beneficial species.C．A damaging species. D．An endangered species.12 months before Sydney’s 2000 Olympic Games, Eric Moussambani had never set foot outside of his home country in Africa, the tiny nation of Equatorial Guinea where most citizens get by on less than one dollar a day.Having secured his entry into the Games with the help of a wild card (非正常参赛资格), Moussambani set about teaching himself to swim. The only pool available belonged to a local hotel, and they allowed him to use it between 5 and 6 a.m., just three times a week. Before Sydney, he had never set eyes on an Olympic pool, let alone swum in one.Moussambani had no coach, no lanes, and no way of tracking his efforts. His training was further disturbed by a communication breakdown that led him to believe he had been entered into the 50m race, not the 100m endurance test he would actually be competing in.And the day finally came. The poor swimmer captured the hearts of the Australian audience, and although he flagged in the second half of the race, with commentator Adrian Moorhouse remarking that “this guy doesn’t look like he’s going to make it”, he completed the heat with a time of 1 minute and 53 seconds.It was the slowest time in Olympic history, but a personal best.International media dubbed him ‘Eric the eel’ and he was praised as the symbol of the Olympic ideal that it’s not the winning, but the taking part that counts.When he was interviewed, still dripping from his exhausting feat, Moussambani remarked. “The first 50 meters were OK, but in the second 50 meters I got a bit worried and thought I wasn’t going to make it. Then something happened. I think it was all the people getting behind me. I was really, really proud. It’s still a great feeling for me and I loved when everyone applauded me at the end. I felt like I had won a medal or something.”28. What can we learn about Moussambani?A．He was coached by a former athlete.B．He came from a poor African country.C．He was trained for 100m endurance test.D．He practiced for an hour every day to prepare.29. What’s the commentator’s attitude towards Moussambani’s performance?A．Indifferent. B．Positive. C．Doubtful. D．Sympathetic. 30. Why was Moussambani regarded as a symbol of Olympic ideal?A．Because he put forth his best effort.B．Because he won an Olympic medal.C．Because he earned Olympic official entry.D．Because he was discouraged as a swimmer.31. What can we learn from Moussambani’s story?A．Practice makes perfect.B．All roads lead to Rome.C．It’s never too late to start.D．To fight well, not to conquer.In August, Jason M. Allen’s piece “Theatre D’opéra Spatial” — which he created with AI image generator Midjourney —won first place in the emerging artist division’s “digital arts photography” category at the Colorado State Fair Fine Arts Competition. The definition for the category states that digital art refers to works that use “digital technology as part of the creative process”.Allen’s award-winning image has led to debates about what, exactly, it means to be an artist and whether A I can truly make art. “It felt bad for the exact same reason we don’t let robots participate in the Olympics,” one Twitter user wrote. “Exciting times ahead for the world of art and innovation!” another tweeted.Yet while Allen didn’t use a paintbrush, the re was plenty of work involved, he said. First, he played around with phrasing that led Midjourney to generate images of women in elegant dresses and space helmets, in an attempt to mix Victorian-style costuming with space themes. Over time, with many slight changes to his written instructions, he created 900 different versions of what led to his final image. Then he improved the picture’s quality through Gigapixel AI and finally had the images printed.Allen is glad the debate over whether AI can be used to make art is attracting so much attention. “Rather than hating on the technology, we need to recognize that it’s a powerful tool and use it for good so we can all move forward,” Allen said.Cal Duran, one of the judges for the competition, said that while Allen’s piece included a mention of AI, he didn’t realize that when judging it. Still, he sticks by his decision to award it first place. “I think the AI technology may give more opportunities to people who may not find themselves artists in the conventio nal way,” he said.32. What do we know about Colorado State Fair Fine Arts Competition?A．It was held for well-established artists.B．It welcomed digital technology use.C．It had a division for AI art pieces.D．It was funded by Midjourney.33. What can be inferred from paragraph 3?A．Allen finished part of the drawing by hand.B．Changes of description led to different results.C．Allen’s attempt achieved immediate success.D．Gigapixel AI transferred words into pictures.34. What was Cal Duran’s opinion on AI use in Art?A．It will replace artists in the near future.B．It becomes a popular tool among artists.C．It is widely criticized by Twitter users.D．It makes art more accessible to people.35. What is the passage mainly about?A．A famous art competition.B．The trend of AI use in arts.C．The winning of an AI-driven picture.D．Start-up photographers’ innovation.We all have childhood best friends and we often assume that these persons would still be our friends when we are all grown-ups and even until the day we die. 36 . However, most people just grow apart and sadly, some childhood best friends just become people who used to know each other.37 . There are many reasons why a best friend from childhood can be forgotten. One of the most common reasons would be distance. Moving away and growing apart from each other can have the biggest effect on friendships.Another reason why we may forget our best friend is that we meet new best friends. The friends we made when we were young may not share the same interests that we have when we reach the teenage years. 38 . We find new people who share our new interests and leave behind people who no longer have things in common with us.39 . We make new best friends in high school and some in college. These friendships are often the ones that last the longest.If we are lucky enough to have the gift of friendship, we must make sure that we do not lose it. 40 . If we want to keep our friends in our lives, we must do more than look back upon the past and make an active effort to maintain our relationship with our friends. It could be a call, a text, or even an e-mail.I’ve been working as a UN Peacekeeper in the Central African Republic for the past two years. Before this, I was a pilot and I ________ my work. However, I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble, so I ________ the United Nations.The Central African Republic is a relatively small country. Since it got ________ from France in the 1950s, there have been many violent ________ between the government and rebels (反叛者). In 2012, a civil war began, due to which, over one million people were forced to ________ their homes and there were many deaths and injuries. ________, the United Nations launched a peacekeeping________ in the country.We peacekeepers monitor cities and villages to ________ that no conflict is occurring and help bring supplies of food and medicine. We are a ________ that can keep people in conflict apart.In this role, I, as a woman, take charge of various tasks as men do. Thus, I am ________ by many local women and girls who face limited job opportunities. Through our collective efforts, I made them realize that they also ________ to be respected and treated equally to man.Despite the important work we do, my life is not ________ in every aspect! I usually work overtime in a very tough environment, living in basic ________ with just a bed in a shared room. Certainly, being separated from my family and friends can be ________ difficult at times. However, knowing that our collective efforts contribute to a safer Central African Republic makes all the sacrifices________.41.A．hated B．enjoyed C．assigned D．changed42.A．probed into B．signed up with C．kept up with D．looked up to 43.A．treatment B．inspiration C．technology D．independence 44.A．conflicts B．connections C．relationships D．wars45.A．flee B．return C．sweep D．destroy46.A．In return B．In response C．In addition D．In surprise47.A．investigation B．association C．mission D．business48.A．report B．prove C．ensure D．predict49.A．bridge B．barrier C．castle D．shelter50.A．protected B．respected C．surrounded D．doubted51.A．deserve B．prefer C．plan D．fail52.A．boring B．rewarding C．difficult D．fancy53.A．interaction B．installation C．accommodation D．adaptation54.A．slightly B．emotionally C．repeatedly D．previously55.A．worthwhile B．available C．permanent D．educational阅读下面的短文，根据上下文在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号的相应位置。
广东深圳高级中学高二上学期期中英语试卷
2020-2021学年广东深圳高级中学高二上学期期中英语试卷学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读选择阅读理解阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
A family story is like a puzzle. Each family member leaves some clues. Family members come together because they have a common tie with one another, sharing a name and special traditions. Exploring family roots and sharing past memories ensure each tradition lives on. has created customized (订做的) “Our Name is History” books to give your family a look into your history by learning about your last name. By visitingit, you can check if information is available for your last name. researchers have collected more than 5 billion names from records such as passenger lists, immigration records and from birth, marriage and death records. The collected information is then used for each customized book.“Our Name is History” books are available for nearly 200,000 last names, accounting form 85 percent of all the US homes. The collected information is a great start of learning about your family roots. This book will not only surprise your mother, but also become a precious memory to pass down through the generations. It can also be an inspiration for her to talk about all the special women in her life. So instead of just giving her flowers or jewelry, give her a special family name book and share your favorite memories with her.After learning the general history of your last name, your might be inspired to continue your exploration. The “Our Name is History” books include a special software product for building, searching and sharing your family history.To learn more about “Our Name is History” books, visit www. . The deadline to order in time for Mother’s Day is April 30.1．The first paragraph mainly talks about _________.A．the importance of exploring family rootB．what a family story really isC．the importance of a family nameD．how to pass down a family’s traditions2．What does the underlined word “it” refer to in Paragraph 2?A．The “Our Name is History” book.B．The website .C．The website www. .D．The family’s last name.3．The “Our Name is History” books _________.A．are very cheap compared with flowers or jewelryB．can tell us where we should look to find out family historyC．cover the last names of all AmericansD．can tell us origins of our last names4．What will mothers do if they get “Our Name is History” books?A．They may be inspired to talk about some special women they remember.B．They will collect information about their family roots.C．They will learn how great their ancestors are.D．They will share them with some other families.5．What’s the purpose of the author in writing this passage?A．To tell us how to explore family roots.B．To help family traditions to live on.C．To advertise “Our Name is History” books.D．To tell us how to create our own family history.阅读理解阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
2020学年度第一学期广东地区高二英语期中考试卷[无附听力材料]新课标 人教版
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2020学年度第一学期广东地区高二英语期中考试卷第Ⅰ卷（分三部分，共125分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分32.5分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节听独白或对话（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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第一段对话，回答第1~2题。
1. Where does the dialogue take place?A. In the southB. In the northC. In the middle－neither toosouth nor too north2. What is the weather like at the place where they are talking?A. It’s too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter.B. It has a warm winter.C. Its summer is short and cool.听第二段对话，回答第3~5题。
3. What’s the relationship between the two speakers?A. They are next-door neighbors.B. They are boss and employee.C. They are teacher and student.4. Was the man looking for the woman tall or short?A. He was very tall.B. He was very short.C. He was neither short nor tall.5. Why wasn’t the man speaker sure of the man’s characteristic?A. It was very late and the lighting wasn’t good.B. He was so tired and sleepy that he didn’t pay much attention.C. Both A and B.听第三段对话，回答第6~8题。
2023-2024学年广东省深圳市高级中学高中园高二上学期期中英语试题
2023-2024学年广东省深圳市高级中学高中园高二上学期期中英语试题1. The doctor is ________ Lin Tao, my fellow student, for possible heart disease.A．examining B．testing C．concluding D．whispering2. The barber tried to ________ his wife by telling jokes, but it didn’t do the trick.A．deserve B．crack C．entertain D．embarrass3. What is ________ is that you’d better have the old machines examined soon.A．impressive B．essential C．cruel D．gentle4. His car is less than a year old, so it is still under ________.A．debt B．rejection C．contest D．guarantee5. Darkness would make him more ________ of sight, silence would teach him the joys of sound.A．delighted B．delightful C．appreciative D．worthy6. Yesterday I came across my former classmate, but his name escaped me, which made me________.A．blessing B．embarrassed C．embarrassing D．literary7. We shouldn’t get discouraged right after failures. On the contrary, we should keep trying with great ________.A．enthusiastic B．gentleness C．enthusiasm D．rejection8. According to recent medical studies, there is a strong ________ between the disease and middle-aged women.A．philosophy B．opponent C．surgery D．association9. The teacher’s ________ for the students is that they wi ll complete the assigned reading before class.A．tournament B．nerve C．ingredient D．expectation 10. The company ________ of 5 small factories is facing a serious financial crisis.A．composed B．quoted C．innovative D．distinct11. When you talk or think about something in the ________, you talk or think about it in a general way, rather than considering particular things or eventsA．abstract B．motion C．trend D．contrast12. The man, ________ of stealing the important paper, is being questioned by the policemanA．declined B．suspected C．generated D．complicated 13. He decided that he must ________ and become a teacher in the countryside after the graduation.A．come to exist B．make a call C．answer the call D．come to life 14. My dance comes from their tra ditional belief and aims to ________ the Dai women’s beauty.A．bring in B．bring up C．bring out D．bring about15. Playing computer games can give us some relaxation after school, but as students we must________ our studies.A．depend on B．burst onto C．turn on D．concentrate on 16. I walk through the doors into the waiting area, ________ there’s a familiar atmosphere of boredom and tension.A．which B．that C．when D．where17. I met her at the airport yesterday. I ________ seen her for five years since she went abroad.A．didn’t B．haven’t C．hadn’t D．won’t18. Scientific studies show that laughter produces chemicals to make people feel better, ________ means clown doctors can be helpful.A．which B．that C．what D．where19. The teacher regretted ________ Tom he di dn’t pass the exam, and Tom regretted not studying hard.A．telling B．to tell C．tell D．being told20. It was a great pleasure to work with all these people, every one of ________ was so knowledgeable.A．who B．which C．them D．whom21. The condition of this car is so serious. It really needs ________ before driving on the road again.A．to repair B．repairing C．being repaired D．repaired22. His words were ________, which made many people discouraged.A．discouraging B．encouraging C．discouragement D．encouragement 23. I ________ hardly stepped into the classroom when the bell rang.A．had B．have C．would D．could24. It’s no good ________ for other people to make decisions for you.A．to wait B．wait C．waiting D．to be waiting 25. If you think that ________ a kid well means always giving him what he wants, you are totally wrong.A．treat B．treatment C．being treated D．treatingPOETRY CHALLENGEWrite a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.Prizes3 Grand Prizes:Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner’s choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.6 First Prizes:The book Sky Pioneer:A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.50 Honorable Mentions:Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart’s final flight.RulesFollow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.■Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of lines.■Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper. ■On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.■Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.26. How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip?A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Six.27. What will each of the honorable mention winners get?A．A plane ticket. B．A book by Corinne Szabo.C．A special T-shirt. D．A photo of Amelia Earhart.28. Which of the following will result in disqualification?A．Typing your poem out. B．Writing a poem of 120 words.C．Using both sides of the paper. D．Mailing your entry on October 30.My violin is like a soul mate that whispers words of wisdom to me. Together, we've gone through both tears and happiness.About 12 years ago, I knew it following an order from my mom. Many hours of boredom were spent practicing it. And to make things worse, the disappointment in my teacher's eyes as I played the wrong notes was like an invisible hammer, striking on my heart. One day, I finally decided: I hate it! By chance, things changed when I was seven. I was at home lying on the sofa, wondering how those famous violinists dealt with this terrible dilemma. I searched online for the E-minor Concerto, a well-known violin work by German composer Felix Mendelssohn, and listened to it.A beautiful and mysterious sound came from the violin as the bow (琴弓) moved across it. It was like the music slid over the flowers, rose up, and started to fill the air. The violin's voice woke up the sun, made the trees green, and freshened the air. As the music changed, the sky turned back to gray.A gloomy shade covered the grass as all the sunshine disappeared. I could hear children crying and men shouting. It was like an invisible claw had grabbed my heart tightly, making it unable to beat.That glorious day set off my passion and, interest in violin—I grabbed mine and never let it go. Before the memories faded, I stared at my instrument. Without hesitating, I picked it up, rosined the bow, and began to play. Peace filled my heart.My violin has been by my side for 12 years. When I feel happy, an energetic tune makes it even better; when I'm deep in sorrow, a peaceful tune washes it away, when I'm walking on air, feeling especially pleased with my achievements, solemn tunes calm me down. Gradually, it has become a part of my life.My violin, shall I compare you to a summer's day?29. What further led to the author's dislike of violin-playing?A．Orders from Mum. B．Boredom of practice.C．Disappointment in the teacher's eyes. D．Loss of passion for violin.30. What can be inferred from Paragraph 4?A．The author's feeling was continuously influenced by the music.B．The weather actually changed because of the tune.C．The sudden change made the author's heart unable to beat.D．The scenery outside the room was quite attractive.31. Why did the author pick up the violin again?A．The invisible hammer and claw are gone.B．The beautiful imagination changed his attitude.C．A famous tune aroused his interest and passion.D．He was crazy about Felix Mendelssohn's works.32. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A．Musical soul mate—violin. B．My dislike and like of violin.C．An inspiring story of violin. D．Deep love for music.Many gardeners believe that “talking” to their plants helps them grow — it turns out that they may not be crazy after all. According to the scientists from the University of Exeter, plants may keep communicating with each other through a secret “unseen” la nguage.For their experiment, the scientists picked a cabbage plant that is known to send out a gas when its surface is cut. In order to get video evidence of the communication, they changed the cabbage gene by adding the luciferase (荧光素酶), which is what makes fireflies (萤火虫) glow in the dark.When the changed cabbage plant was in full bloom, they cut a leaf off with a pair of scissors, and almost immediately, thanks to the luciferase, they could see the plant sending out “methyl jasmonate (茉莉酸甲酯)”.While this was a known fact, what was surprising was the fact that the minute this gas began to give out, the nearby cabbage plants seemed to sense some kind of danger and started to send out a gas that they normally have to keep enemies like caterpillars (毛虫) away.What the scientists are not sure is whether the plants are trying to warn the other leaves or the near plants about the danger — something that will require further research. However, the team, which is led by Professor Nick Smirnoff, is quite excited about the findings because this is the first time it has been proved that plants do not live a passive life, but actually move, sense and even communicate with each other.33. What does the underlined word “they” in Paragraph 1 mean?A．Gardeners. B．Plants. C．Scientists. D．Fireflies.34. When the plant sent out methyl iasmonate, which of the following statements is NOT true?A．The nearby cabbage plants seemed to sense some kind of danger.B．The nearby cabbage plants started to send out a gas.C．The nearby cabbage plants tried to warn the near plants.D．The nearby cabbage plants communicated through a secret language.35. According to the experiment, plants __________.A．don’t live a passive life B．can feel pain when they are cutC．can warm the other leaves about danger D．can talk with each other36. From which is the text probably taken?A．A health magazine. B．A biology magazine.C．A medical research paper. D．A travel brochure.Everyone would agree that it is parents’ job to teach their kids right from wrong. The rise in teen crime suggests that some parents are failing at these tasks. To correct the problem, lawmakers in some states require parents to serve jail time when their children get into serious trouble again and again. The lawmakers hope that this punishment will motivate parents to take their responsibilities seriously.Supporters of these laws believe that the threat of jail will scare parents into paying more attention to their teens’ behavior than before. They think that these par ents would be happy to let the state try tostraighten out their kids at juvenile detention centers (少管所), because the centers took the responsibility off the parents’ shoulders. With the new laws, the responsibility is put back on the parents. “The hope is,” a supporter said, “that if parents are held legally responsible, they’ll work harder to keep their youngsters in line.”However, many people think the laws are unfair. They argue that parents should not be punished for the criminal acts of their childr en, unless it can be shown there is a contributory fault on the parents’ part.People who oppose parental responsibility laws also believe that punishing parents won’t create a change in the kids’ behavior. These people argue that parents may not be at fa ult. The children of good parents can fall in with the wrong kids and get into trouble, they say. Worse yet, if mom is in jail, there may be no one at all to control her kid. …The unfortunate fact is that jailing a parent punishes the rest of the family. The jailed parent cannot work to help support the family and may also be fired from a job for missing too much work. Furthermore, little evidence exists to support the idea that the threat of punishment improves a parent’s ability to control a teenager. Op ponents of parental responsibility laws say that parents who are in this situation need help, not a jail sentence.37. The phrase “keep their youngsters in line” (in Paragraph 2) is closest in meaning to“________”.A．get their kids to stay at home B．make their kids behave wellC．help their kids make a living D．require their kids to queue in public38. Which of the following sentences may best end Paragraph 4?A．So, they believe that it’s easy for mom to control her kid’s behavior.B．So, they believe that mom should be jailed for her contributory fault.C．So, they believe that lack of mom’s control may then lead to more crime.D．So, they believe that mom’s control has a negative effect on her kid’s behavior.39. Opponents of parental responsibility laws think that ________.A．parents should never be punished for their kids’ crimesB．jailing a parent may drive the family into a worse situationC．the laws are unfair even if they help parents control their kidsD．responsible parents needn’t worry tha t their kids will commit crimes40. What does the passage mainly talk about?A．Whether parents should be jailed for their kids’ criminal acts.B．How parents deal with young troublemakers in their daily life.C．What parents need when their kids commit crimes again and again.D．Why laws should be made to hold parents responsible for their kids.Improve Your RelationshipsHaving stable and positive relationships in your life can make you happier and more fulfilled. Whether it's your friends, family, or significant other, improving a relationship can sometimes be confusing. 41Express your appreciation for the person.42 Notice the positive things that the person is doing and go out of your way to show your appreciation for them. You can also show your appreciation by remembering important events like anniversaries or birthdays.43If you hardly see each other or talk to each other, it can be difficult to maintain a relationship. Take extra time out of your day and devote it to the person that you want to improve relations with. Try to work around the other person's schedule so that you can spend the time together. You can share a meal, watch a show, listen to music, or go shopping with them.Turn off distractions.Distractions like a cell phone, social media, or video games can create a division in between you and another person. If you notice that you are always distracted, you should turn off your cell phone or computer and talk to them. 44Seek therapy(心理治疗) if you can't get along.To fix or improve family relationships or relationships with your significant other, you can turn to therapy. If you notice that you and the person are always arguing over the same kinds of things, and nothing has worked, you should consider seeking therapy with them. 45 And family therapy may be able to restore bonds between family members.As I head down the narrow hallway of my high school, my ears are filled with the sounds of complaints. The _________ around me are constantly complaining about school. These complaints fill the _________ and make it hard to breathe. I try to mention the _________ side of our currentsituation in high school but meet with criticism. The feeling of _________ school has become widespread among students worldwide. This can create a _________ educational environment. In my opinion, school is and should be fun.I don’t want to enter such a negative environment. We should enjoy school! As students, we are so _________ to have the opportunity to attend school while millions of children around the world still do not have that opportunity. We should feel grateful that we are given the _________ to learn. School allows us to _________ some of the most interesting topics from science to foreign languages. High school allows students to find their whether they are physics or European history. _______, school has allowed me to find my love for debate, history, English and computers. High school has shaped me into a person of __________ interests and ambitions, even though I must__________ at 6 o’ clock in the morning.As students, we should __________ all the wonderful opportunities we are given in school social events, meeting new friends, and learning. I have met so many __________ people in school. There is so much to be __________ in school.Lighten up and find the positive aspects of school. __________ school and everything it has offered.46.A．teachers B．students C．parents D．friends47.A．classroom B．house C．air D．ear48.A．special B．Successful C．bright D．dark49.A．hating B．Improving C．replacing D．ignoring50.A．good B．frightening C．strange D．harmful51.A．Lucky B．brave C．dangerous D．silly52.A．time B．reason C．money D．chance53.A．learn B．remember C．predict D．consider54.A．Instantly B．Personally C．Formally D．Basically55.A．conventional B．perfect C．lifelong D．various56.A．wake up B．give up C．slow down D．calm down57.A．create B．classify C．recognize D．allow58.A．honest B．careful C．kind D．outstanding59.A．careful about B．curious about C．grateful for D．ready for60.A．Protect B．Enjoy C．Respect D．Examine课文语法填空Every 61 (artist) wish is to create something 62 expresses an idea. But who or what 63 (inspire) them? Here are three artists and their sources of inspiration.Florentijn Hofman is 64 visual artist. Rubber Duck and Floating Fish are his famous 65 (work). The sources of his inspiration are his children’s toys, Chinese folk tales 66 (pass) down through the generations, and the experience in Wuzhen West Scenic Zone.Tan Dun, a composer, who is known for 67 (compose) music for the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The sources of his inspiration come from a mix of Chinese 68 (music) traditions and Western influences.Yang Liping is a dancer known 69 th e “Peacock Princess” because of her Spirit of the Peacock dance. As for 70 (she), the sources of inspiration are the life in Xishuangbanna, the dance style of the Dai people and the Dai people’s traditional belief.71. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
广东省深圳2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷(无答案)
深圳市2024-2025学年第一学期期中质量检测高二英语本试卷共8页，67小题，满分150分。
考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1. 答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、试室号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A) 填涂在答题卡相应位置上，并在答题卡相应位置上填涂考生号。
2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。
答案不能答在试卷上。
3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。
不按以上要求作答无效。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。
考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
一、单词填空（共10小题，每题1.5分，满分15分）根据语境表达需要，将所给单词的正确形式填入句子中。
1. Mike exchanged a glance with his classmate during the math exam, which ________ (spot) by the teacher.2. We can easily come to a ________ (conclude) that the sharp decrease of wildlife species results from population growth.3. All too often writers of great works have had to face criticism along with ________ (reject).4. As a tour guide, I find it so ________ (embarrass) to see some tourists behaving badly while travelling.5. This hospital ________ (attach) to the medical college nearby was destroyed in the flood.6. This incident has ________ (sharp) public awareness of the economic crisis.7. The success of any company relies heavily on ________ (innovative), dedication, and effective leadership.8. Before handing in the ________ (compose) last week, she revised it again and again.9. I was frightened to death when I caught sight of a snake in the ________ (distant).10. His supporters fell away as his popularity ________ (decline).二、单项选择（共10小题，每题1.5分，满分15分）从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2023-2024学年广东省深圳市福田区外国语高级中学高二上学期11月期中英语试题
2023-2024学年广东省深圳市福田区外国语高级中学高二上学期11月期中英语试题1. Having finished a string of things, he cracks a smile and is in the mood ______ (walk) on the lawn.(所给词的适当形式填空)2. To our ______(amuse), the clown’s curly wig suddenly fell off. (所给词的适当形式填空)3. Under ______ influence of the team captain, he learned how to cooperate, and seized the gold medal in the final.4. This night, streets are ______ (crowd) with a lot of people. (所给词的适当形式填空)5. I always associate the scene ______ the freezing weather and a muddy road. (用适当的词填空)6. The composer wasn’t informed ______ the decision until it was too late. (用适当的词填空)7. No matter how they frighten us, we will never give in ______ the association. (用适当的词填空)8. The folk tale was passed ______ among the generations. (用适当的词填空)9. It was the first time that I ______ (read) a book about how humans evolved. (所给词的适当形式填空)10. Lily got full marks in answering the complicated problem, which was a ______ (delight) result. (所给词的适当形式填空)11. The girl disgraced herself by behaving that way at the party and everyone kept her ______ a distance. (用适当的词填空)12. Andrew behaved so badly on the school trip that he was sent home ______ disgrace. (用适当的词填空)13. The young doctor amused himself ______ the books about health care while studying in the university. (用适当的词填空)14. ______ (concentrate) on their research, the scientists didn’t sleep for a whole night. (所给词的适当形式填空)15. Most children need encouragement in the face of failure so that they can cheer ________ again. (用适当的词填空)16. I think it no use ______ (quarrel) with him about whether the cooperation with the association is needed. (所给词的适当形式填空)17. Now our new school is three times ______ (large) than what it was ten years ago. (所给词的适当形式填空)18. His courage and perseverance carried him ______ the difficulties as well as sharpened his skills. (用适当的词填空)19. Take Beijing ______ example, it is one of the oldest cities in the world. (用适当的词填空)20. “But I have cheated my grandmother,” said the girl, tears of guilt ______ (flow) down her cheeks. (所给词的适当形式填空)21. To be serious, you’ll wear yourself out if you carry on ______ (work) so hard. (所给词的适当形式填空)22. Our newspaper is an ______ (influence) newspaper in this city, because it can have a great influence on local people. (所给词的适当形式填空)23. The art show was far ______ being a failure; it was a great success. (用适当的词填空)24. The traditional crosstalk has a long history, ______ (date) back to the Qin Dynasty. (所给词的适当形式填空)25. If he ______ (take) my advice, he would have passed the driving test. (所给词的适当形式填空)26. The instant the old gardener appeared, all the girls picking flowers ran ______ all directions and soon disappeared. (用适当的词填空)27. People in the earthquake-stricken area are grateful ______ the generous contributions offered by the people from all over the country. (用适当的词填空)28. You might end up ______ (elect) chairman of the association if you play your cards right. (所给词的适当形式填空)29. He inspired me ______ (seize) the opportunity to know about my opponent. (所给词的适当形式填空)30. The Internet is a worldwide network of computers ______ (link) by cables and satellites. (所给词的适当形式填空)31. As is known to all, ________ takes more than good looks to succeed as an actor. (用适当的词填空)32. What is your response to ______ (批评) of the brand new school? (根据汉语提示单词拼写)33. When it comes ___________ speaking in public, no one can match him. (用适当的词填空)34. We walked into the circus and saw a clown ______ (hold) a box. (所给词的适当形式填空)35. When she heard that her father ______ (die) in the accident, she burst out crying. (所给词的适当形式填空)36. He told them _______ for arriving late again. (用适当的词填空)37. The girl with curly hair lost her badge, ________ annoyed her much. (用适当的词填空)38. When ______（visit）another country, you should be aware of those differences and respect them. (所给词的适当形式填空）39. The girl was less ________ (enthusiasm) about going to Spain. (所给词的适当形式填空)40. The piano takes up so much room, so we had better get it ______ (remove) soon. (所给词的适当形式填空)Awesome AchievementYour college graduationFills us with love and pride.We always knew that you could doWhatever you really tried.It’s a long and challenging journeyTo get a college degree,But you wouldn’t quit it, you just went and did it,And we’re beaming affectionately.Your achievement is awesome, my kid; You’ve worked hard and you’ve passed the test.We love you so, and we want you to know, We think you’re the very best!By Joanna _______________________Mom, from the time I was really young,I realized I had someone… you,who always protected me,who was always there for me no matter what. You taught me to do the right thing,even when it was hard to do.You took care of me when I was sick,and your love helped make me well.You had rules,and I learned that when I obeyed them,my life was simpler, better, richer.You were and arethe guiding light of my life.My heart is filled with love for you,my teacher, my friend, my mother.By Karl41. Where are the two poems taken from?A．A website for school curricula (课程).B．A website for kids reading.C．A website for advice.D．A website for learning tips.42. What does Joanna show in her poem?A．Her great pride in her son’s graduation.B．Her gratitude to her mom after her graduation.C．Her son’s happiness in passing the final exams.D．Her joy in the hard and challenging journey.43. Which of the following can be the best title for Karl’s wor k?A．My Guiding Light. B．When I Was Young.C．No Matter What. D．The Rules to Follow.If art preserves the culture of the Crow people, then Crow women are the keepers of that culture, cultivating it to reflect the modem day.Fashion designer Bethany Yellowtail grew up riding horses and running in the fields and swimming in the river and being around her people in the Crow Nation and Northern Cheyenne Indian reservations in southeastern Montana. She knows first-hand the importance of art to maintaining native traditions. In 2015 she turned that knowledge into her own brand: B. Yellowtail. A year later, she created the B. Yellowtail Collective, made up of native artists, to foster economic opportunities for their communities. Many of those artists are women from different tribes but all of them preserve their culture and move it forward through their medium of choice.Yellowtail and her team work for the native-owned business that’s rooted in community. Artists within the Collective typically receive 70% of profit from retail sales, and for a portion of the pandemic (流行病) the brand has upped that to 100%. The extra money has, of course, increased artists’ income in the past year, but the relationship is interdependent: without the work of those artists, B. Yellowtail wouldn’t exist and native culture would feel the loss.Dewanda Little Coyote is Yellowtail’s mother. Family is deeply important to their tribe. So is art, which often runs in the family — and along the matriarchal (母系的) side. Little Coyote picked up her entrepreneurial spirit from her parents, who owned a gift shop. “My parents said, ‘If you have hands, create something. Do something, and make a living off of that,’” she said. After her parents passed away, the artist began learning beading (串珠) earrings herself. Dentalium, a tusk shell often used in native jewelry, caught her eye in particular. “I love it, because back in the day, our Cheyenne women wore a lot of dentalium,” she said. “So I wanted to give a contemporar y look to that — to what our ancestors wore.”Yellowtail herself learned sewing from her aunts and grandmothers before moving to Los Angeles in 2007 to study fashion design. Now, native women support native women — and matriarchal art evolves.44. Why did Bethany Yellowtail set up B. Yellowtail?A．To make their culture continue. B．To become rich as soon as possible.C．To reflect the modem fashions. D．To inspire more women to work.45. What can we learn from the third paragraph?A．Native-owned businesses make money more easily.B．The profit from the Collective has fallen sharply.C．Local artists love to work in their community.D．Artists, income is related to the development of native culture.46. Why is Dewanda Little Coyote mentioned in the text?A．To prove she loves her daughter deeply.B．To show how native culture is handed down.C．To praise her efforts to help the young.D．To appeal to more women to join in jewelry design.47. What kind of person is Bethany Yellowtail?A．Humorous, modest and cooperative. B．Traditional, cautious and outgoing.C．Independent, competitive and creative. D．Creative, determined and selfless.When faced with the decision to get out of bed or have a few more minutes of sleep, which do you choose? Believe it or not, that decision could make a world of difference in the rest of your day.About 85 percent of Americans use an alarm clock to wake up in the mornings, according to sleep researcher Till Roennenber. And while there are no official numbers on snoozing (打盹), a quick survey of social media makes it clear that hitting the snooze button is a popular pastime.As to how the snooze button will affect your day, scientists have mixed opinions. Some scientists think people who hit the snooze button in the mornings are actually clever, creative and happy while some said that hitting the snooze button will ruin your life, or at the very least your day. "I feel that hitting the snooze button has got to be one of the worst things that ever happened to human sleep,” researche r Jonathan Horowitz said. "The chances of you ‘snoozing’ and actually experiencing a meaningful rest are close to zero.”According to some sleep experts, when hitting the snooze button，you are in fact confusing your body and mind, and throwing yourself into a deep state of being sleepy. The body needs some time to wake up, so, when returning to what will be a light sleep for a brief period of time, you are putting your body back into a sleep mode before waking it again. At that point your body won’t know wh at it wants, resulting in a sort of half awaken state.If you really want to take advantage of an alarm clock, the key is to form a healthy sleep cycle. Focus your efforts on getting enough sleep each night and waking up at the same time each day so that when your alarm goes off you feel rested.48. What can we infer about hitting the snooze button from Paragraph 2?A．People do it just for fun. B．It is a common practice.C．People take it seriously. D．It is a bit childish.49. What do some sleep experts think of hitting the snooze button?A．It is meaningful in the long term.B．It makes people become lazy.C．It brings us a sense of satisfaction.D．It affects our body and mind.50. What’s the author’s suggestion on getting the best out of alarms?A．Forming a good sleep habit. B．Trying to relax ourselves.C．Making use of willpower. D．Using an extra alarm.51. What is the best title for the text?A．Ways to keep refreshed in the morning.B．The snooze button and people's character.C．Should you rely on the snooze button?D．How to avoid the light sleep mode?From the engine in your car to the CPU in your laptop, mechanical systems tend to heat up when they’re working harder. Now new research has revealed that the same can be said of the brain -and it runs hotter than was previously thought.This isn’t a sign of malfunctioning though, researchers think, and may actually be evidence that the brain is operating healthily. Unusual heat signatures could potentially be used in the future to look for signs of brain damage or disorder.“To me, the most surprising fin ding from our study is that the healthy human brain can reach temperatures that would be diagnosed as fever anywhere else in the body,” says biologist JohnO’Neill from the Medical Research Council (MRC) Laboratory of Molecular Biology in the UK. “Such hig h temperatures have been measured in people with brain injuries in the past, but had been assumed to result from the injury.”Previously, those measurements taken from people with brain injuries had been the primary insight scientists had into brain temper atures which isn’t the same as capturing the state of the brain during everyday life.Here, the team used a technique called magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS)-measuring chemical patterns through magnetic fields to measure brain temperature in 40healthy volunteers, aged from 20 to 40 years old. What’s more, they combined this information with data on circadian rhythms (生理节奏) and time of day.The average brain temperature was38. 5℃ (101.3F) the researchers found, more than2degrees higher than under the tongue. The highest brain temperature recorded was40. 9℃(105. 6℃). Daily variations averaged around1℃(1.8F), with the outer parts of the brain generally cooler.“We found that brain temperature drops at night before you go to sleep and rises during the day, “says O’Neill. “There is good reason to believe this daily variation is associated with long-term brain health—something we hope to investigate next.”52. What does the underlined word “malfunctioning” in paragraph 2 mean？A．Having different functions. B．Failing to work correctly.C．Heating up while working. D．Operating in high temperatures.53. What surprises John O’Neill most in the study according to paragraph 3A．Brain injuries usually lead to high temperatures.B．High temperatures are the signs of brain damage.C．Healthy human brains can be infected with a fever.D．Human brains have higher temperatures than bodies.54. What is paragraph 5 mainly aboutA．What result the research led to.B．How the research was conducted.C．How the research differed from the previous ones.D．What influence the research had on the volunteers.55. What may the researchers work on next according to the last paragraph？A．The drop of brain temperature at night.B．The rise of brain temperature at dawn.C．The relationship between temperature changes and brain health.D．The different causes of the daily variation in brain temperatures.Einstein’s Opinions on Creative Thinking“The greatest scientists are artists as well,” said Albert Einstein, one of the greatest physicists and an amateur pianist and violinist.For Einstein, insight did not come from logic or mathematics. 56 “All great achievements of science must start from intuitive (直觉的) knowledge. Imagination is more important than knowledge.”57 S urprisingly, it wasn’t the content of an idea, or its subject, that determined whether something was art or science, but how the idea was expressed. If what is seen and experienced is described in the language of logic, then it is science. If it is communicated and recognized intuitively, then it is art. 58 That’s why he said that great scientists were also artists.59 “If I were not a physicist,” he once said, “I would probably be a musician. I often think in music and I see my life in terms of music. I get most joy in life out of music.” Music provided Einstein with a connection between time and space, which both combine spatial (空间的) and structuralaspects. “The theory of relativity occurred to me by intuition and music is the driving force behind thi s intuition,” said Einstein. “My parents had me study the violin from the time I was six. 60 ”The stage lights dimmed (变昏暗), and I took a quick look from behind the heavy black curtains into the audience. Blinded by the lights, I quickly _______. It seems that a great number of eyes were looking at me. I took a deep _______ as the music of my dance began to play. I entered the stage and began my _______, the graduation test of the classical Indian dance.After a decade of learning, I was finally ready to take on the most difficult act. The test is the most important _______ in a dancer’s life as it pays respect to all the factors in one’s life that _______ the dance form: one’s culture and family.The performance is undertaken only by the most _______ and determined students. It is a difficult process that requires much _______. For more than six months, I spent two to three hours every day _______ these dances. Many times, I _______ myself to my physical and mental breaking point, but still I would not stop. I could not give up. There was always so much more to do and so much more to ________I discovered a lot about myself in those tiring hours. I learned that I was far too stubborn to give up, and I was too proud to prove myself wrong after I had set an unrealistic goal. Even with physical pain and mental stress, I forced myself to meet my ________. Even when I was at the end of my limit, there was always something ________ me on, forcing me not to give up.Fortunately, I made it. What I had done ________ the success. It was in those hours that I learned what a dancer ________ is. Those time was evidence that I could achieve something I ________ out to do.61.A．pulled back B．set off C．reached out D．broke away62.A．sleep B．thought C．breath D．sorrow63.A．career B．understanding C．response D．performance64.A．routine B．lesson C．accident D．event65.A．develop B．purchase C．introduce D．promote66.A．focused B．beautiful C．intelligent D．considerate67.A．talent B．strength C．devotion D．cooperation68.A．recording B．practicing C．discussing D．designing69.A．applied B．addicted C．treated D．pushed70.A．forget B．design C．learn D．research71.A．explanation B．expectation C．expense D．impression72.A．driving B．competing C．benefiting D．representing 73.A．increased B．deserved C．expanded D．exposed74.A．completely B．mainly C．truly D．distantly75.A．put B．carry C．turn D．set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。
广东省深圳实验学校高中部2019-2020学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题 扫描版含答案
高二英语期中考试参考答案听力BACBA CACAA BACAB CABCB单项选择DDACC BCBDA阅读理解DBC DACA BAC七选五CAGBF完形填空DCABD ABCAC BADBC DBCDA语法填空 1. goes 2. However 3. to darken 4. the 5. on6.which/that7.possibly8. changesd 10. shocking应用文写作possible version:Dear Simon,I’m sorry to hear you’ve lost the book Collections of Chinese Poems I sent you last month.I quite understand how upset you’re feeling because you told me the book was useful for your Chinese learning. I think you should ask around to see if anyone has taken it and forgotten to return it to you. Besides, have you considered that you may have forgotten where you’ve put it? It is normal for us to sometimes forget where we have put something. If you still can’t find it, I’d like to buy you a new one. It’s easier to buy such books in China.Don’t be too upset as you’ll either find it or get a new one soon. Wish you more progress in your Chinese learning.Yours,Li Hua 概要写作possible version:Based on a recent report, having a rest to refresh yourself is not so essential as some people think. (要点1) Will-power, assumed to be a limited resource by some scientists, were thought to be only regained by rest, food, as well as entertainment. (要点2) However, this theory has been challenged. Researchers, including V eronica Jobs, conducted experiments and made some new discoveries. (要点3) If you believe that willpower is limitless, you will be more powerful, which is a potential help to resist temptation. (要点4)听力材料：(Text1)M: Have you got your Christmas shopping done yet?W: Almost. I got a watch for my husband, a tie for my brother, and I will buy a book on coin collections for my dad because he likes collecting coins.(Text 2)M: I placed the order almost a week ago. Why hasn't the package arrived yet?Ｗ:Ｉguess there are not enough deliverymen in China during the Spring Festival.(Text3)M: My parents are coming to see my apartment this weekend. I need your help.W: I'd like to help you clean your apartment, but I already have plans.M: Relax. I just want to borrow your dishes.(Text 4)M: Sarah, have you had a chance to buy that novel you wanted?W: Actually I've already got it. I visited at least five bookstores yesterday and finally found a copy in our school library.M: Lucky you! I've been looking forward to reading it.W:It's in my study. I'll go and get it if you'd like to borrow it.( Text 5)W: I've been waiting all week for this concert. Do you want to go with me?M: But the tickets are really expensive.W: Don't worry. With our student discount,the tickets will be really cheap.M: Oh, I'm afraid I've left my student ID at home.(Text6)M: Next week I'm going to New York to sign a business contract. What would you suggest I see while I'm there?W: You should definitely see the UN building, and from there you could walk overto Broadway and see a movie or drama.M: How about New York s universities? I'm especially interested in leaming about the schools there and the courses they offer.W: Columbia University and New York University are two of the best schools in the city. I'm sure they offer excellent courses.M: Do you have a map of the city?W: Yes, I have one right here, in fact. I can give you this one, but I'd also suggest that you stop at the visitor's office near the train station. They will have good up-to-date maps and they can give you more tourist information about the city.(Text 7)W: Adam, I heard you want to get in shape. Why not join the club I am in?M: Is it far from our neighborhood?W: No.It's just ten minutes away from here by bike.M: What do you do there?W: Well, I often start our running for about half an hour, and then I get in the swimming pool for an hour.M: I really like swimming. It's a good way to lose weight, isn't it?W: Oh, it certainly is. I was 135 pounds when I joined the club. Now I weigh just 120 pounds, and I'm sure I'll manage to lose another 10 pounds by the end of July.M: That's amazing. Perhaps I'll go and have a look at your club tonight.(Text 8)W: Hi, Henry. Did you watch the 57th Annual Grammy Awards on TV?M: No. I had to work overtime that night. Did you watch them?W: Not on TV! I was at the ceremony so I got to see the performances in person!M: Tha't amazing. How many awards were there?W: 83 in all, one more than in 2014, and the show featured some unexpected performances.M: Oh, right! The Grammys usually have great performances. Were they good this year?W: Oh, they ere amazing -- all 23 of them. The Grammys are really an awards ceremony, but the performances definitely take center stage.This year the legendary rock band star from the Beatles, Paul McCartney, performed together with Rihanna and Kanye West.M: I heard that Lady Gaga made an appearance too. Who did she performed with.W: With Tony Bennett. You really shouldn't have missed the show.M: I'll watch it on line tonight.(Text9)W: Hi. How can we help you today?M: Yeah. I'd like to get my hair cut a little.W: Well, can we interest you in today's special?M: Um...Han, nah...W: We'll shampll, cut, and style you r hair for one unbelievable low prive of $9.99. Plus, we'll give you a clean shave to help you relax.M: I just want to get my hair cut. A little off the top and sides. That's all.W: Okay, here we go. Time for the shampoo.Just move back. So what do you do, sir?M:I'm a lawyer, specializing in workplace accidents. I have an interview today... Hey,hey, you got shampoo in my eyes.W: Relax, sir, relax. I'm almost finished. Now let me see... how does this thing work?M: Look at all that hair on the floor! How much are you cutting off?W: Don't worry, sir. Okay, now let's dry your hair, and put a little styling gel in it.M: Hey, what happened to my hair? Are you even a licensed beautician? How in theworld am I supposed to go to my job interview looking like this? I want to talk to the manager.W: I'm sorry, but he is on vacation.M: Forget it; forget it. Is there any place in this town that can give me a decent haircut and fix this damage?W: Well, my brother works next door, and he offers a complete packcage for...M: I know. Forget I even asked.(Text10)Good morning, everyone. Thank you for coming along. I'm afraid there is a serious matter that I'm hoping we can clear up as soon as possible. Last night, someone broke into the staff room and a number of things are now missing. I have already spoken to the police and I trust things will go no further. The police believe that whoever is responsible for the theft is probably a member of this college. Now, the things that are missing.. First of all, a valuable clock which was presented to the college over a hundred years ago has disappeared. The clock cannot easily be sold as it has the name of the ollege on the front and would immediately be recognized. A painting of the college by Arnolfini has also been stolen and again this would be easily recognized as it shows the main college buildings. Now, whoever took these objects also broke open the cupboard in the staff room and took some antique glasses,eight altogether. These were given to the college many years ago by another director. They could easily get broken and although they were insured they could not be replaced. I'm glad to say the bottles of drink were not removed. They were bought from an antique market. Not surprisingly, both the Tv and video recorder have been taken. But perhaps the mostworrying of all, is the fact that the end-of-term examination papers have been stolen from a filing case. If these papers can't be marked, everyone in the college will suffer. Now if you can help, or if you have seen or heard anything that...。
广东省深圳市高级中学2020-2021学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷 含答案
深圳高级中学（集团）2020－2021学年第一学期期中测试高二英语本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，第Ⅰ卷第1至第7页，第Ⅱ卷第7至第9页。
全卷满分150分：第Ⅰ卷95分；第Ⅱ卷55分。
考试时间120分钟。
第I卷选择题部分一、单项选择（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）请从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个最佳选项。
st month,part of southeast Asia was struck by floods,from_____effects people are still suffering.A.thatB.whoseC.thoseD.which2.University authorities should consider the students’request_____the university canteen provide more choicesof food for students to make.A.thatB.whenC.whichD.where3.She usually took a walk along the riverside_____her mother did before she went abroad.A.just likeB.just asC.the way likeD.which4.He was very angry and I can still remember the way_____he spoke to me.A.howB.thatC.whatD.which5.The old building,behind_____was a famous church,was_____we used to work.A.that;the placeB.it;the placeC.which;whereD.what;where6.I’d prefer_____if I didn’t have to get up early on Sunday.A.thatB.suchC.itD.which7.—Do you know_____Mr.Black’s address is?—He may live at No.18or No.19of Bridge Street.I’m not sure of_____.A.what;whichB.where;whichC.where;whatD.what;where8._____medicine works in a human body is a question_____not everyone can understand fully.A.How;thatB.That;whichC.What;whichD.What;that9.It was in the house_____he used to live_____the meeting was held.A.that;whereB.where;thatC.that;thatD.where;where10.You may arrive in Beijing early_____you mind taking the night train.A.thatB.thoughC.unlessD.if11.Among those presents_____an iPad that his father gave him for his birthday.A.have includedB.is includedC.has includedD.are included12._____a nice man_____that we all believed him.A.So;did he seemB.So;he seemedC.Such;he seemedD.Such;did he seemst term our maths teacher set so difficult a problem in the exam______none of us could work out.A.asB.thatC.forD.and14.Was it in1969_____the American astronaut succeeded_____landing on the moon?A.when;onB.that;onC.when;inD.that;in15.When I got back home,I saw a message pinned to the door_____“Sorry to miss you;will call later.”A.readB.readsC.to readD.reading16.The fish_____bad,the children left much of it untouched.A.tastedB.tastingC.tastesD.was tasted17._____in thought,he almost knocked into the big tree in front of him.A.LosingB.Having lostC.LostD.To lose18.A Cambodian boy has become famous on the Internet.When_____about how he picked up so many languages,he said he learned them from other tourists.A.askedB.askingC.being askedD.having asked19.He was disappointed to find his suggestions_____.A.being turned downB.to turn downC.to be turned downD.turned down20.—Where should I send my application?—The personnel office is the place_____.A.to send itB.sent it toC.to send it toD.for sending it二、阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分,满分37.5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。
【20套试卷合集】深圳高级中学2019-2020学年英语高二上期中模拟试卷含答案
2019-2020学年高二上英语期中模拟试卷含答案第一部分听力（共两节，满分20分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Why will the woman go to the library?A. To pay for a book.B. To borrow a book.C. To return a book.2. When will the man’s bus leave?A. In five minutes.B. In fifteen minutes.C. In an hour.3. What does the man ask the woman to go and see?A. Bestsellers.B. Magazines.C. Newspapers.4. What is the woman’s hobby?A. Tasking photos.B. Collecting stamps.C. Drawing pictures.5. What are they talking about?A. Spain.B. Holiday.C. September.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒种的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is this message about?A. An arrangement.B. A 15- minute ride.C. A Sports Centre.7. How many buses will come and take the students to the Sports Centre?A. Six.B. Seven.C. Eight.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。