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高考复习(英语)专项练习：50分阅读限时满分练【含答案及解析】 (4)

50分阅读限时满分练(五)(限时35分钟)Ⅰ.阅读理解(共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)A(2021·安徽合肥二模)CVCC’s High School ProgrammeCareer-technical programmes at Cuyahoga Valley Career Centre allow students flexible career paths with advanced knowledge to prepare them for college and work.Electrical SystemsEach student is provided with trade-related classroom training that produces competency and pride that lead to true craftsmanship. Learn how to use many of the latest tools and technologies with hands-on training in our fully equipped lab. The programme’s diversified coursework gives students a strong foundation in electrical systems installation and repair, in addition to receiving skill training, working and earning a paycheque on the job.Engineering TechnologyYou’ll learn engineering concepts and technology such as applied logic, digital electronics, computer-aided design, robotics and computer-integrated manufacturing. The project-based approach lets you apply your skill to real situations. In practice, you’ll pick your own real-world problems to solve and get ready for a college engineering programme.Sports Medicine Exercise ScienceThis science-based programme combines lectures, hands-on labs and critical thinking activities with all of the latest fitness technology. Students have the unique opportunity to learn in exercise and sports environments alongside exercise and sports professionals using advanced medical techniques to prevent and heal injuries. Upon completion of the programme, students may earn college credits at various Ohio universities. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA(Grade Point Average) and “C” or better in Biology.Education ProfessionEducation Profession introduces college-minded students to the field of education. This foundational course benefits all education majors regardless of specialty. Observation and field experiences provide the first-hand experience you need to decide if a career in education is for you. Admission is with high school counselor(顾问) recommendation only.1.Which programme offers students pay?A.Electrical Systems.B.Engineering Technology.C.Sports Medicine Exercise Science.cation Profession.2.What is special about Sports Medicine Exercise Science?A.It is targeted at college students in Ohio.B.It is aimed at training professional athletes.C.It only admits applicants with recommendation.D.It has academic requirements for applicants.3.What can we infer about the programmes mentioned in the text?A.They are science-related.B.They are technology-centred.C.They stress practical training.D.They guarantee admission to college.B(2021·宁夏银川高三教学质量检测)Chinese cuisine is widely known and enjoyed all around the world. Who doesn’t long for a favourite Chinese dish? But there is one interesting concept concerning Chinese food which is almost unheard of in the West, and which is becoming increasingly ignored by the youth of the East—the ancient custom of “tonic food”.Tonic food is food which is consumed to improve one’s well-being or avoid sickness. For instance, it was once the custom for new mothers to eat a sesame oil(麻油) hot pot every day for the first month after giving birth. It was believed that this dish would benefit the muscles, reduce pain, improve circulation, stimulate sweating, and warm the body. Some foods, such as mutton and spinach(菠菜), are seen as “hot”, while others, such as Chinese cabbage and radish(樱桃萝卜), are seen as “cold”. One should be careful not to eat too much of either “hot” or “cold” food. However, how much “hot” or “cold” food one should eat depends on the time of the year, how the food is prepared and what it is prepared with, and the individual’s health.The custom of tonic food for a healthier life also influences the catering industry. Chinese herbal medicines, such as wolfberry(枸杞), can be found on many restaurant menus, either added to fruit tea or as a beneficial addition to a dish. These herbs attract customers, such as over-worked office staff, in need of a modest pick-me-up.So, whether you need to boost your strength with a large helping of chicken soup, or increase your mental powers with a serving of pig’s brain soup, you may find that this ancient Chinese custom could be just the tonic you are looking for.4.What is the present situation of tonic food?A.It is catching less attention.B.It is enjoyed by many young people.C.It is well-known worldwide.D.It is becoming increasingly popular.5.What is believed to benefit new mothers?A.Chinese cabbage.B.Fruit tea.C.Sesame oil hot pot.D.Pig’s brain soup.6.What does the underlined word “catering” mean in paragraph 3?A.Medicine.B.Restaurant.cation.D.Fashion.7.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.The Charm of Chinese CuisineB.The Popularity of Tonic FoodC.An Introduction to Chinese Tonic FoodD.Differences between Hot Food and Cold FoodC(2021·黑龙江齐齐哈尔二模)A new study looks at how pets provide important support through petting, cuddles(拥抱), and a frequent physical presence. This is especially key when people feel lonely.The researchers interviewed 32 people aged 59 to 83. Pets included dogs, cats, birds, etc. More than 90% of the people spoke about touch in the relationship with their pets. “Participants often described touch-based interactions with their pets as being comforting or relaxing in a way that contributed to their overall well-being,” the researchers say. “For our participants, comfort is the sense of being somehow cared for by another being.”Many people in the study spoke about how their pets just seemed to “know” when they weren’t feeling well and they’d move to get physically near them. Different pets were better at providing comfort, some participants insisted. Many said cats were more relaxing than dogs, while others said dogs could be relaxing as long as they were “the right kind of dog”. But almost all pets provided some sort of comfort to their owners when it came to touch.Janette Young, lecturer in health sciences at the University of South Australia, and her team uncovered an interesting thing about the pet-human relationship. People in the study often spoke about how their animals demanded to be petted or seemed to take joy in the interaction. This, in turn, made the humans feel good.The researchers suggest that pets can be “helpful in reducing touch deprivation(匮乏)” and the benefits can come from all kinds of pets. This connection can be particularly important in health care and senior care settings where patients and workers are less likely to be able to see friends and family; yet touch is important and can improve health and happiness.Pets can also offer benefits that in some cases people can’t offer. “Relationships with pets are different to those with humans,” Young says. “Animals don’t judge and are always with us.”8.About what did some participants hold different opinions?A.What pets were better at providing comfort.B.Whether pets could make them feel relaxed.C.How they felt when their pets touched them.D.When pets could notice their owners’ discomfort.9.What did Janette Young find about the pet-human relationship?A.It is full of judgments.B.It turns out temporary.C.It benefits both parties.D.It is determined by pets.10.What may researchers suggest hospitals do?A.Encourage pet connection programmes.B.Raise pets to reduce human touch.C.Select the best pet companions.D.Order workers’ friends to pay visits.11.What is the main idea of the text?A.Humans need spiritual support.B.Pet-human interactions are common.C.Lonely people like living with pets.D.Pets offer humans touch-based comfort.D(2021·山东日照一模)Looking for a place to take a rest, sip a cup of coffee and have a furry companion? Welcome to animal-themed cafes.In recent years, the combination of pets and catering has become incredibly popular in many cities throughout China. While many cafes started out offering the company of cats and dogs, others are expanding their range. Some cafes include animals like squirrels, raccoons(浣熊) and even capybaras(水豚).Many Internet users have commented that their main reason for visiting these businesses is to interact closely with animals they have only seen from afar.“The customers love animals. They are curious about these pets and want to raise one at home but circumstances don’t allow it,” said pet cafe owner Tian Rui. Liu Jing, a Beijing resident who works in finance, loves pigs, but her parents would not endorse her getting one as a pet. The 24-year-old had to admire the animals through videos and images. But now, she can have close contact with an adorable pig every weekend in a pet cafe.Also, these pet cafes serve as a shelter for those who find comfort in being around animals. “In this place, you can get close to the cute little ones in a very comfortable way without having to worry about safety and hygiene(卫生)—overall, it is an extremely comfortable experience,” said Zhao Ming from Tianjin, a frequent pet cafe visitor.Animal lovers also expect the pet cafes to change people’s attitudes towards pets. Animals like ducks, pigs and sheep have been served as food for many years. People hardly see them as pets. But the pet cafes help shift their attitude from seeing them as playthings to regarding them as family members or close friends.“Whether at home or in stores, these little animals are there for companionship and they bring warmth to our hearts. They care and understand just like family members. They give us much more than the love we give to them,” Zhao said.12.Why do people visit pet cafes?A.To pursue inner peace.B.To appreciate animal images.C.To experience a clean environment.D.To have close contact with animals.13.What does the underlined word “endorse” in paragraph 4 mean?A.Believe in.B.Approve of.C.Prevent.D.Suspect.14.We can conclude from paragraph 6 that pet cafes may.A.change our views of animalsB.teach us how to look after pets betterC.show us the importance of having petsD.remind us to value our family and friends15.Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A.Cafes Enjoy Great PopularityB.Ideal Shelters for Lovely AnimalsC.Animals Turn into CompanionsD.Animal Lovers from Different CitiesⅡ.七选五(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)(2021·江苏淮安高三适应性联考)If you’re looking to maximise the amount of fat burning in your next workout, think about having a coffee half an hour before you get started. 16Researchers found that 3 milligrams(毫克) of caffeine per kilogram of body weight can raise the rate of fat burning during aerobic(有氧的) exercise. 17 The coffee dose was shown to increase maximal fat oxidation rate(脂肪氧化率) by an average of 10.7 percent in the morning and 29 percent in the afternoon.The recommendation to exercise on an empty stomach in the morning to increase fat oxidation is common. 18 It is still unknown whether this increase is due to exercising in the morning or due to going without food for a longer period of time.19 Caffeine is often associated with improved athletic performance, though the science behind this link isn’t as comprehensive as it could be. In later cycling tests after the caffeine had been given, thefat-burning capability of the body was measured, showing the impact that caffeine had made on MFO. Maximum oxygen uptake was also raised, as was the intensity(强度) of exercise.The results of the study showed that acute caffeine intake 30 minutes before performing an aerobic exercise test increased MFO during exercise regardless of the time of day.20 Overall, these results suggest that a combination of acute caffeine intake and exercise at moderate intensity in the afternoon provides the best solution for individuals seeking to increase whole-body fat oxidation during aerobic exercise.A.It is based on the results gathered from 15 male volunteers.B.However, this recommendation may lack a scientific basis.C.Evidence is mounting that morning exercise is good for your health.D.A new study suggests it can make a significant difference to fat burning.E.They are clear enough to suggest that there is some kind of association there.F.Researchers have found that if cyclists take more caffeine, they will ride much faster.G.Researchers were keen to look in detail at the relationship between caffeine and exercise.50分阅读限时满分练(五)【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。

2023届高三英语晚自习限时训练(含答案)

2023届高三英语晚自习限时训练一、阅读理解（一）The Huaqing Palace Heritage SiteStar PoolIt was built in 644 A．D．for Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty (618-907). It is said that at first there was no cover for the pool so that he could enjoy the shining stars of the night while taking a bath.Tang WellIt has a long history of over 1,300 years and measures 1.9 meters long, 1.26 meters wide and 8.3meters deep. It was used just by Yang Yuhuan for drinking water.Huaqing Hot SpringsThey were named “The Fi Hot Springs in the World” in the Tang Dynasty by Emperor Xuanzong.The water temperature stays at 43℃ all year round. It was first used as an imperial pool during the Zhou Dynasty (1036B．C．-256 B．C．).Imperial Concubine Pool (贵妃池)It was built in 747A．D．for the famous beauty Yang Yuhuan. It takes the shape of a Chinese crabapple (海棠) flower, and is where Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Yuhuan took baths together every winter.Address: At the foot of Lishan Mountain in Lintong, 30 kilometers east of Xi’an. Opening hours: From March to November: 7:00-18:00;From December to February: 7:30-18:30.Bus routes: 914, 915, U5, and 306.1. Which of the following has the longest history?A．Star Pool. B．Tang Well.C．Huaqing Hot Springs. D．Imperial Concubine Pool.2. What is special about Imperial Concubine Pool?A．It is half-divided. B．It is flower-shaped.C．It is for drinking. D．It has no cover.3. Where is this text most likely from?A．A diary. B．A guidebook.C．A news report. D．A story book.（二）During the COP27 climate conference (会议) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, an important deal on “loss and damage” was reached. This was a big step forward because at COP26 conference in Glasgow, Scotland, there were no talks on loss and damage at all. The plan is that richer countries will pay money into a special fund that will be used to help poor countries.Loss and damage means the damaging impact of climate change on developing countries. For nearly 30 years, poorer countries have been asking richer countries formoney to help to protect communities from the effects of climate change. Richer countries have produced the most greenhouse gases, but poorer countries are often the worst affected by extreme weather conditions because they are less well equipped to face extreme climate events.Brazil’s newly elected President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva made a speech about preserving the largest rainforest on Earth, the Amazon. During the last 50 years, more than 17% of the Amazon rainforest has been destroyed to make way for farms and towns. However, in his speech, Lula promised that there would be zero deforestation (伐树) in the Amazon by 2030. The conference didn’t just focus on world leaders. It brought together more than 45,000 people to discuss how climate change is affecting their lives. Climate refugees (难民) also had their voices heard. Tshilombo from the Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya said, “Refugees don’t only flee becaus e of war or conflict. It’s also about drought, the effects of climate change.”Some countries weren’t happy with the overall outcome of COP27 because decisions weren’t made on cutting the use of fossil fuels, such as coal, gas and oil, etc. The UK Governme nt’s Alok Sharma said, “I’m incredibly disappointed.”However, this deal was a great achievement for developing countries. Sherry Rehman, the climate minister for Pakistan, said, “I am confident we have tuned a comer in how we work together to achieve clim ate goals.”；4. What is a successful outcome of the COP27 climate conference?A．The deal on loss and damage.B．The deal on using fossil fuels.C．The deal on rainforest preservation.D．The deal on helping climate refugees.；5. What has made it difficult for developing countries to fight against climate change? A．More greenhouse gases.B．Massive deforestation.C．Shortage of money and supplies.D．Terrible weather conditions.；6. What can we infer from Paragraph 3?A．Climate change is influencing people’s live s.B．17% of the Amazon rainforest was destroyed.C．Many factors lead to the appearance of refugees.D．There will be less deforestation in the Amazon by 2030.；7. What would Sherry Rehman probably agree with?A．Never put off till tomorrow.B．Many hands make light work.C．Knowledge starts with practice.D．No way is impossible to courage.（三）What are you doing this weekend? Perhaps you're spending time with family, hanging out with friends, or maybe you're going to play a sport. All around the world, people chill out at the end of the working week and take part in leisure activities. In many countries, the weekend consists of Saturday and Sunday, while in others Friday and Saturday are the days of rest. In Afghanistan, Thursday and Friday form the weekend, while in one country, Brunei, Friday and Sunday are the days off.Have you ever stopped to wonder, though, exactly where it originated? And how is the concept going to change? The modern weekend took shape during the Industrial Revolution. In the early 19 century, in areas such as the north of England, people began to leave the countryside to work in towns and cities. There, new factories were springing up. Their working lives were once ruled by nature, with the amount of work depending on the changing seasons. Now, their employers demanded a different rhythm-a six-day week of up to 12 hours a day, followed by one day of rest.Campaigns for workers' rights appeared. By the end of the century they had managed to reduce the working week to five and a half days. This meant that working people could take an interest in hobbies such as photography, which was very new at the time. In the US in the 1920s, the industrialist Henry Ford helped to create the weekend. He gave all his workers Saturday and Sunday off work. His factories manufactured cars, and he wanted to allow his employees time to purchase and enjoy the cars they were producing.These days, in many countries, working a 40-hour week is normal. Many people have a nine-to-five job, but even that is rapidly changing. Technology enables more people to work from home and plan their own use of time. This means that an official period away from work is becoming less important. Perhaps in the future we will work fewer hours altogether. If we become more productive, we should be able to afford the same lifestyle by working fewer hours. It has been estimated, for example, that a worker in the US can achieve a 1950s standard of living by working just 1l hours a week. Some people have recommended a 21-hour working week to help with unemployment, climate change and inequality. However, a change like that may mean more leisure time but it will probably limit people's ability to earn money to enjoy it.8. What does the underlined word “originated” in the second paragraph me an? A．Relaxed. B．Started. C．Appeared suddenly. D．Stopped. 9. What happened as a result of campaigns on behalf of workers?A．People became more inventive.B．People worked fewer hours per day.C．People worked fewer hours overall.D．People found employment in leisure industries.10. The writer says an American businessman gave his workers time off so that A．he could produce more cars.B．they could spend money on cars.C．he didn’t have to pay them to drive.D．they would enjoy working with him.11. Why does the writer suggest the weekend may be less important now? A．Because we start work later than we used toB．Because nobody works over 40 hours a week.C．Because technology empowers individuals to arrange their own time. D．Because people are out control of their working week.二、七选五阅读Mondays are kind of annoying. 12 A recent survey says that most people get the pre-work “Sunday blues”. Starting your Monday feeling sad, anxious and unorganized is hardly the way to kick off a healthy week.The solution? Set aside a little time on Sunday to purposefully prepare yourself for the five days ahead, suggests women’s health expert Marsha Hudnall. 13Do some meal preparations.Figuring out what to have for dinner on weeknights can be surprisingly stressf ul. Stretching out a menu plan on Sunday and swinging by the grocery store for ingredients will help you eat well. Go a step further by chopping and cooking vegetables and a protein (like a roast chicken or scrambled eggs). 14 Or finally attempt a di fferent diet you’ve been meaning to try. For easy dinner planning, just order, and you’ll have a week’s worth of raw materials for delicious and healthy meals.Start a Sunday stress-relief habit.“To be healthy, we have to take care of body and mind,” says Hudnall. Stress has a major impact on health and our ability to concentrate. 15 Four ideas to try: a guided meditation with the help of an app; forest bathing－a practice known as shinrin-yoku in Japan, which basically means taking a long walk or hik e in a wooded area; gentle exercise like yoga; or time cuddling and playing with your pet.16Why not prepare your favorite clothes for Monday? Studies show that what you wear can have a significant effect on your mood. So make Monday the day you wear your favorite clothes or show the latest addition to your wardrobe (衣橱). It’s also a good idea to get some nice coffee or music ready, which will give you something to look forward to on your Monday commute.A．Give yourself something to look forward on Monday.B．Even Sunday afternoons turn sour as we think of the workweek ahead.C．Then all you have to do is heat and plate when you come home from work. D．Therefore, starting a Sunday stress-relieving habit can begin a week feeling strong and focused.E．Try creating a relaxing and winding down Sunday night so that you can recharge and get ready for Monday.F．Taking on just a few of these simple tips every Sunday will help you launch a productive, less stressful week.G．Wailing until the last moment to do weekend chores like paying bills or doing laundry can leave you anxious and stressed on Sunday.三、完型填空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 17 . It seems that a great number of eyes were looking at me. I took a deep 18 as the music of my dance began to play. I entered the stage and began my 19 , 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 20 in a dancer’s life as it pays respect to all the factors in one’s life that 21 the dance form: one’s culture and family.The performance is undertaken only by the most 22 and determined students. It is a difficult process that requires much 23 . For more than six months, I spent two to three hours every day 24 these dances. Many times, I 25 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 26I 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 27 . Even when I was at the end of my limit, there was always something28 me on, forcing me not to give up.Fortunately, I made it. What I had done 29 the success. It was in those hours that I learned what a dancer 30 is. Those time was evidence that I could achieve something I 31 out to do.17. A．pulled back B．set off C．reached out D．broke away18. A．sleep B．thought C．breath D．sorrow19. A．career B．understanding C．response D．performance20. A．routine B．lesson C．accident D．event21. A．develop B．purchase C．introduce D．promote22. A．focused B．beautiful C．intelligent D．considerate23. A．talent B．strength C．devotion D．cooperation24. A．recording B．practicing C．discussing D．designing25. A．applied B．addicted C．treated D．pushed26. A．forget B．design C．learn D．research27. A．explanation B．expectation C．expense D．impression28. A．driving B．competing C．benefiting D．representing29. A．increased B．deserved C．expanded D．exposed30. A．completely B．mainly C．truly D．distantly31. A．put B．carry C．turn D．set四、语法填空Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.I am speaking to you at what I know is an increasingly challenging time. A time of disruption in the life of our country; a disruption that has brought grief to some, financial difficulties to many, and enormous changes to the daily lives of us all.I want to thank everyone on the NHS front liens, 32 care workers and those carrying out essential rules, who selflessly continue 33 day-to-day duties outside the home in support of as all.I am sure the nation will join me in assuring you that what you do 34 (appreciate) and every hour of your hard work brings us 35 (close) to a return to more normal times.I also want to thank these of you who are staying at home, thereby helping to protect the vulnerable and sparting many family the pain already 36 (feel) by those who have lost loved ones.Together we are tackling this disease, and I want to reassure you that if we remain united and resolute, we will overcome it.I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in 37 they responded to this challenge. And those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any.The moments when the United Kingdom has come together to applaud its care and essential workers will be remembered 38 an expression of our national spirit; and its symbol will be the rainbows drawn by children.Across the Commonwealth and around the world, we have seen heart-warming stories of people 39 (come) together to help others, be it through delivering food parcels and medicines, checking on neighbours, or converting businesses to help with the relief effort.And though self-isolating at times 40 be hard, many people of all faiths, and of none, are discovering that it presents an opportunity to slow down, pause and reflect, in prayer or meditation.But now, as then, we know, deep down, that it is the right thing to do.We will succeed - and that success will belong to every one of us.We should take comfort that while we may have more still 41 (endure), better days will return: we will be with our friends again: we will be with our families again: we will meet again.But for now, I send my thanks and warmest good wishes to you all.五、写作42. 假如你是李华，近段时间以来政府加大了文物保护的力度。

高三英语限时阅读训练(七).1

现吨市安达阳光实验学校高三英语限时阅读训练（七）08.1第一．完型填空阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从41—60各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和D）中，选出最佳选项。

I know I should have told the headmaster at the time. That was my real21 .He had gone out of the study for some 22 , leaving me alone. In his absence I looked to see 23 was on his desk. In the 24 was a small piece of paper on which were written the 25“English Writing Prize 1949. History Is a Serious of Biographies (人物传记)”. A(n) 26 boy would have avoided looking at the title as soon as he saw the 27 . I did not. The subject of the English Writing Prize was kept a 28 until the start of the exam so I could not 29 reading it.When the headmaster 30 , I was looking out of the window. I should have told him what had 31 then. It would have been so 32 to say: “I’m sorry, but I 33 the title for the English Writing Prize on your desk. You’ll have to 34 it.” The chance passed and I did not 35 it. I sat the exam the next day and I won. I didn’t 36 to cheat, but it was still cheating anyhow.That was thirty-eight years 37 when I was fifteen. I have never told anyone about it before,38 have I tried to explain to myself why not. The obvious explanation is that I could not admit I had seen the title 39 admitting that I had been looking at the things on his desk. 40 there must have been more behind it. Whatever it was, it has become a good example of how a little mistake can trap (使陷入) you in a more serious moral corner (道德困境).21. A. plan B. fault C. grade D. luck22. A. reason B. course C. example D. vacation23. A. this B. which C. that D. what24. A. drawer B. corner C. middle D. box25. A. names B. words C. ideas D. Message26. A. honest B. handsome C. friendly D. active27. A. desk B. paper C. book D. drawer28. A. question B. key C. note D. secret29. A. help B. consider C. practise D. forget30. A. disappeared B. stayed C. returned D. went31. A. existed B. remained C. happened D. continued32. A. tiring B. easy C. important D. difficult33. A. saw B. gave C. set D. made34. A. repeat B. defend C. correct D. change35. A. take B. have C. lose D. find36. A. remember B. learn C. mean D. pretend37. A. past B. ago C. then D. before38. A. either B. never C. nor D. so39. A. by B. besides C. through D. without40. A. But B. Though C. Otherwise D. Therefore第二阅读理解请阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项的标号涂黑。

高三英语晚自习限时训练 (2)

高三英语晚自习限时训练一、阅读理解ACan't-Miss Romantic Sunset SpotsAs the sky fills with pinks and purples, it’s hard to not be fascinated by the beauty of Mother Nature’s sunsets. Enjoying a sunset with a romantic partner can make the occasion more special. The sunset watching spots on this list are perfect for Valentine’s Day — or anytime you want a little extra romance.Beauty by the SeaCartagena BayCARTAGENA, COLOMBIAA sunset cruise (航游) on the Bay of Cartagena is the perfect way to end your day when you are exploring the city that had its first residents in 4,000 B．C．This UNESCO World Heritage Site has beautiful beaches and a historic old town ready for arm-in-arm wandering. Anarchipelago, the beautiful Rosario Islands, is a one-hour boat ride from the mainland.Love and LightEiffel TowerPARISWhether you call it the City of Light or the City of Love, both nicknames for Paris hold true when you’re on top of the Eiffel Tower with your lo ved one at sunset. Watch the city lights come up as the sun goes down, champagne (香槟) in hand. Four restaurants are in this area. Plan to reserve your table weeks before arriving in town.Sunset in a Sphere (球体)AI Faisaliah TowerRIYADH, SAUDI ARABIAThe 876-foot AI Faisaliah Tower was the first skyscraper built in Saudi Arabia. The viewing platform provides an incredible look at the city, but for a romantic evening, make a reservation at The Globe. This three-story restaurant is housed inside the giant glass sphere at the top of the tower, surrounding you with the impressive view as you enjoy European cuisine with perfect service.1. If you are a history lover, which place is the best choice?A．Eiffel Tower.B．AI Faisaliah Tower.C．Cartagena Bay.D．City of Love.2. What can people do in both Eiffel Tower and AI Faisaliah Tower?A．Watch city lights.B．Enjoy food.C．Explore beautiful beaches.D．Experience AI service.3. Where is the text probably taken from?A．An academic article.B．An educational website.C．A geography textbook.D．A travel brochure.BThe recent launch of ChatGPT, a chatbot created by Open AI for public use, has underlined the growing reach of digital technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) in working life. Like most technological revolutions that affect the workplace, chatbots can potentially create winners and losers and will affect both blue-collar and white-collar workers.ChatGPT is a natural language processing (NLP) tool that allows users to interact with the GPT-3 model using natural language. The model is trained on a great amount of data, which allows it to generate human-like responses to a wide variety of inputs.This type of AI can greatly benefit the productivity of skilled workers. Chatbots offer the possibility to automate (使自动化) boring and time-consuming tasks, such as writing standardized reports, meeting minutes and emails. Workers could therefore be freed to focus on more important and creative tasks. A chatbot virtual personal assistant could guide skilled workers through different projects or production processes. It can also generate original content and ideas, and potentially help to research and develop new products and services.But tools such as ChatGPT presents a real risk of skilled and semi-skilled workers losing their jobs. For example, chatbots can be developed to train employees in an organization, resulting in the unemployment of human trainers.Previous waves of technological change have created both winners and losers. Workers who are quicker to adjust to technological change will win by increasingly taking on tasks complementary (互补的) to AI while giving up automated ones.；4. This passage centers around the effects of AI like ChatGPT on .A．life B．entertainment C．sports D．work；5. Paragraph 2 mainly talks about .A．what ChatGPT is B．how ChatGPT is usedC．why ChatGPT is created D．who created ChatGPT；6. In paragraph 3, how many benefits of Chatbots are mentioned?A．2. B．3. C．4. D．5.；7. According to the text, faced with technological revolutions, workers hadbetter .A．continue ahead with their automated jobs and work harderB．do other things while keeping up with the automated onesC．adapt to the change by doing other things to form a good combination with AID．give up automated jobs and just learn as much AI knowledge as possibleCTo deal with a big environmental problem, chemists have been thinking small. Really small. Their new tiny robot has one purpose: to help clean up tiny bits of plastic (塑料的) polluting waterways across the world.Each new microrobot is no bigger than the tip of a sharpened pencil. They are magnetic (磁的) and shaped like stars. When sunlight hits them, they produce chemical reactions (化学反应) that push them through water in a specific direction. When the y find a piece of plastic, they catch it and start to break it down. When the lights go out, they let go and are free to be used again. In a new study, the scientists reported that these robots can either break down a piece of microplastic or hold onto it to be collected later.Chemist Martin Pumera at the Czech University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague led the project. He studies ways to build microrobots. He says: “Let’s make them do something useful.”Pumera chose to center on the problem caused b y microplastics. It’s a big problem. These are tiny bits of plastic, usually no wider than the top of a pencil eraser. And they’re everywhere — from the bottom of the ocean to air blowing onto ice at the top of mountains. They’ve turned up in drinking wate r, both bottled and tap water. Some studies found that too many pieces of plastic end up in the world’s waters. Plastic doesn’t easily degrade (分解) or fall apart. That’s always been one of its study points.Pumera says his final goal is to make cheap and environmentally-friendly robots that can be used anywhere in the world. He thought that at first they might be most useful in plants that treat wastewater. There they can remove plastic before it reaches open water.In lab experiments, the star-shaped swimmers catch each of four different types of plastic. And after a week exposed (暴露) to light, the robots had reduced the weight of the plastics. It wasn’t much — only by 3 percent. But that was a sign they were breaking the plastic down.In fact, Pumera says they still have a long way to go. There are many types of plastics. And even these microrobots are unlikely to succeed in degrading them all.The researchers also have not yet shown how safe this system is for the environment, although Pumera says that’s t heir next goal. The first real-world test will be in a waste water-treatment plant.；8. What does the underlined word “they” in Paragraph 2 refer to?A．Microrobots. B．Stars.C．Pencils. D．Microplastics.；9. Paragraph 4 is mainly about .A．the experiment carried out by PumeraB．the functions that the microrobot holdsC．the places where microplastics usually turn upD．the reason why Pumera invented the microrobot；10. According to the passage microrobots .A．can break down plastics in the darkB．prove to be most useful in open waterC．do no harm to the environment at presentD．need further testing before they are put into use；11. What is the main purpose of the passage?A．To encourage people to find more solutions to pollutions.B．To present a new way of breaking down microplastics.C．To stress the importance of protecting the water.D．To explain a serious environmental problem.二、七选五阅读Camping is a fun and exciting experience, but to stay organized and safe, you must carefully prepare for the trip.12 . If it is just you or your family, things will become easier. However, if you are taking a group of friends, you’d better make sure you get insurance information and health information before you start. If someone is injured on the trip, the insurance information will make a huge difference in the care they receive. 13 . For example, for those who are suffering basic diseases, make sure they have enough medicines available.Then decide how long you will stay and figure out where you will be camping. If you do not know this, you will go through the trouble of purchasing and packing a tent when you were supposed to sleep in a cabin.14 . The food should be enough for three meals and an optional snack per day, as well as lots of water. Basically, ensure food safety. Foods like dairy products and meat go bad easily. 15 .At last, gather all of the other things on the “Things You’ll Need" list and try to pack them in a small, lightweight bag. 16 . Materials to deal with burns, cuts, and bumps should be prepared in it.A．Health information is also importantB．Stay calm when an accident happensC．Make sure they are fresh and safe to eatD．And never forget to pack up a first aid kitE．Firstly, decide with whom you are campingF．Taking exercise every day is a good way to keep healthyG．Of course, you’d better pack an appropriate amount of food三、语法填空17 most TV stations and video-streaming platforms try to attract viewers by producing star-studded(明星荟萃的)reality shows, Henan TV has gone viral(走红)by promoting traditional culture through Chinese dance.This year, Henan TV produced seven dance pieces 18 (highlight)traditional culture, such as Rhapsody on the Luo River Goddess(《洛神水赋》), a two-minute underwater dance, and Dragon Boat Festival and Guardian Warriors of Longmen(《龙门金刚》), a dance piece 19 (support)by AR technology against the backdrop of the Longmen Grottoes.Last month, Yao Wei, director of the TV station’s Innovation Center, was invitedto talk about how the TV station 20 (produce)the hit dance pieces at a three-day forum centering on the research of Chinese dance.The pieces made an emotional impact on audiences, most of 21 are members of Gen Z(people born between 1995 and 2009), Yao said.“It 22 (be)over forty years since the country’s reform and opening-up and the younger generations have grown up with a more open mindset. With plenty of resources and opportunities, they embrace Chinese culture and are proud of it,” said Yao. “ 23 we need to do is present Chinese culture and tradition in interesting ways for those young people.”Yao added that Henan TV has been producing shows highlighting traditional culture, such as traditional operas and kung fu, for nearly 30 years.“ 24 (appeal)to younger audiences, we are also changing our shows. One of the keys is to produce content with strong visual creativity,” Yao said. “For example, the latest technology and unconventional stage settings, like underwater scenes, have become our new ways of telling stories about traditional Chinese culture, rather than simply narrating history with traditional video content.”Another key to successfully 25 (reach)younger audiences is using social media platforms to promote their shows.“Social media 26 (shape)and driven by young people. It’s a powerful form of communication. When they take a quick scroll through their phones, they easily become interested in an eye-catching video,” Yao said.四、完形填空Mice are at their best at night. But a new analysis suggests researchers often test the nightly creatures during the day, which could alter results and create 27 across various studies, if they record time-of-day information 28 . Scientists assume that waking up lab mice in the daytime may twist research.Of the 200 papers examined in the new study, more than half cither failed to report the timing of behavioral testing or did so 29 . On the contrary, they found only 20percent reported 30 testing. The analysis was published in Neuroscience & Bio-behavioral Reviews.West Virginia University neuro-scientist Randy Nelson, the study's lead author, says this is likely a matter of human 31 . “It is easier to get students and schools to work duri ng the day than at night,” Nelson says. But that advantage 32 .“Time of day not only impacts the intensity of many 33 , including mice activity, aggressiveness of their behavior, and hormone levels,” but changes in those factors can only be 34 during certain parts of the daytime cycle, says University of Wyoming behavioral neuro-scientist William D．Todd. This means that “failing to report time of day of data collection and tests makes 35 of results extremely difficult,” adds Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center staff scientist Natalia Machado. Neither Todd nor Machado was involved in the new study.36 , the study researchers say it is critical that scientists report the timing of their work and consider the fact that animals' behavioral and physiological responses can 37 with the hour. As a first step, Nelson says, “obviously, taking time-of-day into consideration seems like 38 fruit in terms of line assing behavioral neuroscience research reliability, reproducibility and rigor (严谨性)University of Calgary psychologist Michael Antle, who was also not involved in the analysis, says such differences in how studies are run 39 a “reproducibility crisis” in science, with other laboratories unable to 40 study results. “Running a study at the wrong time,” he says, “could lead to us completely 41 a finding altogether.”27. A．immobility B．originality C．inconsistency D．credibility28. A．exclusively B．precisely C．generally D．honestly29. A．directly B．personally C．reliably D．unclearly30. A．everyday B．quality C．physical D．nighttime31. A．security B．convenience C．intelligence D．privacy32. A．comes at a cost B．comes to the point C．comes into being D．comes to an end33. A．operations B．effects C．subjects D．variables34. A．indicated B．required C．recorded D．proposed35. A．interpretation B．expectation C．suspicion D．distribution36. A．Vice versa B．In comparison C．For example D．Therefore37. A．occur B．diversify C．improve D．vary38. A．low-hanging B．high-demanding C．bitter-tasting D．long-standing39. A．belong to B．contribute to C．result from D．go through40. A．recreate B．modify C．stimulate D．predict41. A．presenting B．examining C．missing D．confirming五、读后续写42. I met the Man of the Trees in summer ten years ago, when I was visiting Uncle Jita.Those were difficult times. People were cutting down our forest, and there was often flooding. Sometimes our water supply was dirty. When our pump(水泵)did have clean water, we had to wait in line for ages. When the pump wasn’t working, we had to walk five kilometres to the closest stream.But I was happy. I was going to see my favorite uncle. When the day finally arrived, Dad drove me to Uncle Jita’s house and left. Once he saw me, Uncle Jita announced, “Tomorrow we’re going to explore a magical place. Here is my camera, Amy. You can take photos of what you see.”The following day, we woke up and left early on a boat. The trip was exciting. But when we got off, there was ... nothing in front of us. “I don’t want to t ake pictures of this,” I complained.Uncle laughed,“Start walking, Amy. I promise you’ll be surprised.” After some time, I could see the outline of a forest in the distance. A little closer, there was a man waving to us.“That’s Kabir. The forest you see is his. He planted every single tree.” As we walked towards Kabir, Uncle explained that thirty years ago, the whole area was a wasteland. But one day Kabir decided to change all that and started planting trees. Thanks to him, part of the wasteland is now a paradise(天堂).Uncle introduced me to Kabir, who had gray hair and a determined face. “Jita told me you like animals. Are you ready to see some?” he asked. “Of course!” I replied. We continued walking and soon were under the trees. I turned my head and was amazed at the difference between the two places. All because of the efforts of one man.Like Uncle said, Kabir’s forest was magical. We saw deer, rhinos, and even tigers. During lunchtime, Kabir explained how, by planting trees, it was possible to stop the land from eroding(侵蚀).注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

高三英语阅读理解限时训练1

现吨市安达阳光实验学校凤艺荣高复高三英语阅读理解限时训练（11）AMy grandfather worked as a carpenter. On this particular day, he was building some crates（木箱）for the clothes his church was sending to an orphanage（孤儿院）in Brazil. On his way home, he found his glasses were gone. When he mentally replayed his earlier actions, he realized what happened. The glasses had slipped out of his pocket and fallen into one of the crates. His new glasses were heading for Brazil!The Great Depression was at its height, and Grandpa had six children. He had spent twenty dollars for those glasses that very morning.“It’s not fair,” he thought as he walked home angrily. “I’ve been very faithful in giving my time and money to my work, and now this.”Several months later, the director of the orphanage came to the United States. He wanted to visit all the churches that supported him, so he came to my grandfather’s small church in Chicago.He began by thanking the people for their kindness in supporting the orphanage. “But most of all, ” he said, “I must thank you for the glasses you sent last year. You see, some people had just come to the orphanage, destroying everything, including my glasses. I was desperate. Even if I had the money, there was simply no way of replacing those glasses. Along with not being able to see well, I experienced headaches every day, so my coworkers and I were very worried about this. Then your crates arrived. When I removed the covers, I found a pair of glasses lying on top.”He paused long enough to let his words sink in. Then, he continued, “When I tried on the glasses, it was as though they had been made just for me! I want to thank you for being a part of that!”The people listened, happy for the miraculous glasses. But they thought it was strange because there were no glasses on their list of items to be sent overseas.Sitting quietly in the back, with tears streaming down his face, my grandfather, an ordinary carpenter realized his glasses had found a good place to go.41. We know from the text that .A. the author’s grandfather got his glasses back from the director of the orphanageB. the author’s grandfather found that his glasses were at home at lastC. the author’s grandfather’s burden of supporting his family was very heavyD. the author’s grandfather worked as a carpenter in a school in Chicago42. From the text we can infer that the author’s grandfather was veryafterhearing what the director of the orphanage had said.A. surprisedB. disappointedC. pitifulD. proud43. The underlined word “miraculous” （Paragraph 7） can be replaced by .A. practicalB. wonderfulC. necessaryD. importantBJeanne Calment, a French woman, became a record breaker on 17 October, 1995, when at the age of 120 years and 238 days, she became the longest-lived human being on record. A Japanese man died in 1986 at the age of 120 years and 237 days.Jeanne Calme nt lives in a small old people’s home in the south of France; her husband, her only child and her grandson have all died. She is nearly blind and deaf and is always in a wheelchair, but her doctor describes her as being more like a 90-year-old woman in good health than someone of 120. She still has a lively sense of humor. When asked on her 120th birthday what she expected of the future, she replied: A very short one. She also remarked that she thought the good Lord had forgotten all about her.So what is the key to a long life? According to some doctors, diet, exercise and no smoking are the three important factors. Jeanne Calment has followed two of the tips. She has always eaten a healthy diet, and she used to do exercise every day until she broke her leg at the age of 115. However, until recently she drank two glasses of strong red wine a day, and she does smoke (now only a little). Besides, Jeanne Calment might have got very good genes from her parents. Her father lived to the age of 94 and her mother to 86.A local lawyer bought her house when she was 80 under an agreement that he would pay her some money every year until her death. It must have seemed a good move at the time, but so far the lawyer has paid her at least three times the value of the house. Every year on her birthday, Jeanne Calment sends him a card saying: Sorry, I’m still alive!45. How does Jeanne Calment feel about her old age?A. She is miserable and unhappy.B. She is cheerful and humorous.C. She would like to live much younger.D. She feels she is goingto die very soon.46. We can owe her good health and long life to _______.A. smoking only a little every dayB. her giving up smoking and drinkingC. drinking two glasses of strong red wine every dayD. the good genes from her parents, a healthy diet and some exercise47. Which of the following word could best replace the word “move” inthe fourth paragraph?A. dealB. trickC. marchD. sport48. Why does Jeanne Calment say “Sorry, I’m still alive” to the lawyerevery year on her birthday?A. Because she had an agreement at 80 with the lawyer which was to her advantage.B. Because she has asked the lawyer to pay her more rent than they first agreed.C. Because the lawyer has paid her much more money than the value of the house.D. Because the house she sold to the lawyer is worth the money he has already paid.CAs computer games get to look more lifelike, it seems that their violence is spilling over into real life. It is reported that some dozens of children have been murdered since 1997, which has been linked to all obsession (着迷) with violent video games. Recently the parents of a 14--year-old murder victim in the UK blamed the killer's obsession with the game Manhunt, causing a government review of legislation (立法) to protect children.Psychologists think there may be many reasons why violent games are more harmful to children than violent movies. Firstly, players are actively involved in violence, and may begin to see using weapons as second nature. Secondly, violent games provide repetitive aggressive (侵犯的) experiences that are rewarded by more killing.Many studies have shown that people who play violent games regularly are more likely to show high levels of aggression. For instance, in 2000, scientists in Iowa State University found that people who played violent games were more likely to admit involvement in aggressive behaviors, including assaults (侵犯人体罪) or robberies.A study of 13 to 14-year-old children showed that more than half had played games recommended only for over18s. The more violent the games they played, the more they considered physical aggression to beacceptable. Besides, children who play violent games are more prone (有做……倾向的) to arguing with teachers and fighting.Experimental studies have also hinted at a possible link. In one, scientists asked a group of students to play a violent game, while another group played the nonviolent. Those who played the violent games were faster to react to aggressive words subsequently (随后) flashed on screen.49. We may infer from the first paragraph that .A. computer games have little to do with violence in real lifeB. Manhunt has resulted in the death of one of its playsC. lifelike computer games are forbidden in the UKD. legislation to protect children in the UK still needs improving50. Violent games are more harmful to children than violent movies because .A. violent movies are not so attractive to childrenB. the viewers can't take part in violent moviesC. violent movies are not popular with childrenD. children can win awards in violent games51. What will be probably discussed in the paragraph following the passage？A. Further research on the harm of violent games.B. Further differences between violent game and nonviolent games.C. Ways to protect children from violent games.D. The result of more experimental studies.52. What would be the best title for the passage？A. Games and MurderB. Should Computer Games become lifelike？C. Legislation, effective or not？D. Violent Games and Nonviolent GamesDSomeday a stranger will read your e-mail without your permission or scan the websites you’ve visited. Or perhaps someone will casually glance through your credit card purchases or cell phone bills to find out your shopping preferences or calling habits.In fact, it’s likely that some of these things have already happened to you. Who would watch you without your permission? It might be a husband or wife, a girlfriend, a marketing company, a boss, a police or a criminal. Whoever it is, they will see you in a way you’ve never intended to be seen.Some experts tell us boundaries are hea lthy, and it’s important to reveal (暴露) yourself to your friends, family and lovers in stages, at proper times. But few boundaries could remain. The digital equipment makes it easy for strangers to know who you are, where you are and what you like. In some cases, a simple Google search can even reveal what you think. Like it or not, increasingly we live in a world where you simply cannot keep a secret.The key question is: Does that matter?When opinion polls ask Americans about privacy, most say they are concerned about losing it. A survey shows that 60 percent of them feel their privacy is “slipping away, and that bothers me.”But people often say one thing and do another. Only a tiny number of Americans change the behaviors in an effort to protect their privacy. Few people turn down a discount at tollbooths (收费站) to avoid using the EZ-Pass system that can track your automobile movements. And few turn down supermarket loyalty cards. Privacy economist Alessandro Acquits has run a series of tests, and these tests show that the majority of Americans will not keep personal secret just in order to get their hands on a pitiful 50-cents-off coupon (优惠券)But privacy does matter—at least sometimes. It’s like health: when you have it, you don’t notice it. Only when it’s gone, do you wish you’d done more to protect it. So, when it comes to privacy, why do so many people say one thing and do another? And what can be done about it? 53. What would be the experts advise on the relationships between friends?A. Friends should open their hearts to each other.B. Friends should always be faithful to each other.C. There should be a distance even between friends.D. There should be fewer secrets between friends.54. The author says “we live in a world where you simply cannot keepa secret” because ______.A. modern society has finally entered a much opened societyB. people leave privacy around when using modern technologyC. there are always people who are curious about others’ affairsD. many search engines profit by selling people’s privacy55. According to Alessandro Acquits, most Americans _________.A. like to exchange their personal secret for the commercial benefitB. aren’t interested in the pitiful commercial benefit to keep their personal secretC. pay no attention to their personal secret for the commercial benefitD. can’t keep the balance between their personal secret and the commercial benefit56. The best title for the passage could be _________?A. Is Privacy As Important As HealthB. What Can Be Done to Protect the PrivacyC. Does Privacy MatterD. Does Modern Technology Reveal PrivacyESome scientists say that animals in the oceans are increasingly threatened by noise pollution caused by human beings.The noise that affects sea creatures comes from a number of human activities. It is caused mainly by industrial underwater explosions, ocean drilling, and ship engines. Such noises are added to natural sounds. These sounds include the breaking of ice fields, underwater earthquakes, and sounds made by animals themselves.Decibels（分贝）measured in water are different from those measured on land. A noise of one hundred and twenty decibels on land causes pain to human ears. In water, a decibel level of one hundred and ninety-five would have the same effect.Some scientists have proposed setting a noise limit of one hundred and twenty decibels in oceans. They have observed that noises at that level can frighten and confuse whales.A team of American and Canadian scientists discovered that louder noises can seriously injure some animals. The research team found that powerful underwater explosions were causing whales in the area to lose their hearing. This seriously affected the whales' ability to exchange information and find their way. Some of the whales even died. The explosions had caused their ears to bleed and become infected.Many researchers whose work depends on ocean sounds object to a limit of one hundred and twenty decibels. They say such a limit would mean an end to important industrial and scientific research.Scientists do not know how much and what kinds of noises are harmful to ocean animals. However, many scientists suspect that noise is a greater danger than they believed. They want to prevent noises from harming creatures in the ocean.57. According to the passage, which of the following is increasinglydangerous to sea creatures?A. The man-made noises.B. The noises made by themselves.C. The sound of earthquakes.D. The sound of theice-breaking.58. Which of the following is discussed in the third paragraph?A. Different places with different types of noises.B. The very human ears sensitive to all types of noises.C. The ocean animals' reaction to noises.D. The same noise measured differently on land and in the ocean.59. We can know from the passage that many researchers think that thenoise limit of one hundred twenty decibels would _____.A. prevent them from doing their research workB. benefit them a lot in their research workC. do good to their healthD. increase the industrial output60. According to the passage, what will scientists most probably do in the future?A. They will try their best to decrease noise.B. They will work hard to cut down noise pollution.C. They will study the effect of different noises.D. They will protect animals from harmful noises.。

高三英语二轮复习阅读理解限时强化练习25(含答案版)

新高考高中阅读强化限时训练25阅读理解+七选五（含参考答案）限时：35分钟满分：50分阅读（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）AThe time may soon come when we say goodbye to most of the world’s languages. Today humans express themselves in over 6,000 different languages. But that is quickly changing. Many scientists say that over half of these languages will disappear within the next 50 years. After 100 years, the languages used in the world will not be more than 20.Why? It is because people from different cultures live and work together much more often than before. This brings changes. The languages of the world’s main culture are replacing the languages of the smaller cultures. Most international trade takes place in world languages such as English. People respect their own cultures and traditions, but when it comes to getting a job, knowing a world language is often necessary. It may mean the difference between success and failure.Technology works on the change of languages in an even more amazing way. Modern media such as radio and television give young people in developing countries much knowledge about the world. But this knowledge doesn’t come in words from the mouths of their parents or the elders in their neighborhood. It usually comes in the language of a different culture.People in different cultures think it good for them to share a popular language. They can quickly share ideas and work together. Knowing the same language means easier communication and is a basis for trust.Is the death of a small local language such a terrible thing? The answer is maybe. Many cultures may have words for many useful things we know nothing about. If their languages die, their valuable wisdom may be lost forever. The future of the world’s language depends on our actions now. Will we protect endangered languages or allow them to quietly disappear?Time will have the last word.( ) 1. Scientists say that within 50 years, perhaps, there will be only _______languages in the world.A. 4,000B. over 3,000C. around 3,000D. no more than20( ) 2. In “the languages of the world’s main culture s are replacing the languages of the smaller cultures.” the verb “replace” means “_______”.A. to put something back into a correct placeB. to use a second thing in place of the first thingC. to find good place for somethingD. to decide how important something is( ) 3. The passage says that if all the people in the world knew a major world language, _______.A. radio and television would all use the languageB. it would be easier for them to share their ideasC. lesson s at schools would be taught in the languageD. people would respect their own culture more参考答案：CBBBHave you wondered why different animals or pests have their particular colours? Colours in them seem to be used mainly to protect themselves.Birds, especially seagulls are very fond of locusts (飞蝗), but birds can’t easily catch locusts because locusts change their colours together with the change of the colour of crops. When crops are green, locusts look green. But when crops are ripe, locusts take on exactly the same brown colour as crops have. Some other pests with different colours from plants are usually easily found and eaten by their enemies. So they have to hide themselves in terror for lives and appear only at night.If you study the animal life in any part of the world, you will find the main use of colouring is to protect them. Bears, wolves and other beasts move quietly through forests. They are usually invisible to the eyes of hunters, because they have the colour much like the barks of trees.An even more strange act remains to be noticed. A kind of fish living in seas can send out a kind of very black liquid when it faces danger. While the liquid is over, its enemies cannot find it, and it quickly swims away. Thus, it has existed up to now though it is not powerful at all.( ) 4. Locusts are pests but they aren’t easily wiped out by their enemies because _______.A. they are powerful enoughB. they are dangerous to their enemiesC. they take on the same colours as cropsD. they fly very fast( ) 5. The pests that have different colours from plants usually appear at night because _______.A. their enemies can easily find them and eat themB. they have the habit of coming out in darknessC. it’s easy for them to destroy plants in darknessD. birds take their rests when night comes( ) 6. What does the underlined word “invisible” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Can’t be seen.B. Can be seen.C. Can’t move.D. Can’t change.( ) 7. A certain fish living in seas has lived through millions of years because_______.A. it is the most powerful in the seaB. no other fishes can swim as fast as it canC. it can send out a kind of liquid which makes its enemies unable to find itD. the liquid it sends out can kill its enemies参考答案：CAACCCaptain James Cook was a great explorer. Before he started exploring, maps of the Pacific Ocean were almost empty. He visited hundreds of islands across the Pacific Ocean and put them in the correct places on the map. He made maps of the coastlines of Australia and New Zealand. James Cook was born in England in 1728. His parents were poor farm workers. When James was 18, he found a job on a coastal ship. He worked on the ship until he was 27 years old, and then he joined the navy. He fought in Canada in a war against France, and he mapped some of the eastern coasts of Canada. In 1768 King George made him Captain of a ship and sent him to the Pacific. He was gone for nearly three years. When he returned, he was regarded as a national hero.He started his third voyage in 1776. On this trip he visited Hawaii. He was the first European to set foot on this beautiful island. Then he mapped the western coastof North America. After that he returned to Hawaii. Unfortunately there was some trouble between the Hawaiians and the white men and they started fighting. In the end Captain was killed in a clash with the local.( ) 8. In which order did James Cook do the following things?a. Fought against France.b. Made maps of some of the eastern coast of Canada.c. Mapped the coast lines of Australia and New Zealand.d. Mapped the coast of North America.e. Was made Captain of a ship.f. Work on a coastal ship.A. f a b e d cB. f a b d e cC. f a b e c dD. a b e c f d( ) 9. He started exploring when _______.A. he worked on a coastal shipB. he was 18 years oldC. he was sent to the PacificD. he served in the navy( ) 10. Which of the following is NOT true?A. He made the first maps of the Pacific Ocean.B. He went on three long important voyages in his life.C. He was the first English man to reach Hawaii.D. He was respected by his people.( ) 11. He was considered a national hero because of _______.A. his experience in CanadaB. his being the first European to visit HawaiiC. his heroic deathD. his devotion to exploration on the Pacific Ocean参考答案：CDADDWhen you search Google or use Amazon, you might assume the results you see are the same as those viewed by your friends, family and other Internet users. But you’d be wrong. Websites and social networks track your location and search history and make assumptions about your age, race, sex and political views. They then show ads they believe to be the most relevant, in order to maximize clicks, but personalizewhich results you see by eliminating what they think is irrelevant.This is sold to the public as positive, making each web session relevant and interesting, yet it is leading researchers to fear this could widen divides between the North and South, rich and poor, and young and old. For example, in terms of wealth, if users are only ever shown particular products and job advertisements based on how much they earn or where they live, these users will never be given the opportunities to increase their wealth, or how much they spend on items.Princeton University has created bots（自动程序）, each with their own fake profiles. These bots have different fake ages and sexes, earn different levels of money, are virtually(虚拟地) based in various locations around the world and have different interests. By using these bots to scan and research the web, the researchers hope to create a picture of not only what each of them sees, but also what sites they are missing out on.According to lead researcher, Arvind Narayanan, “Our goal is a web privacy census（普查）which will be a comprehensive map of who are collecting what information, what they are inferring from it, and who they are sharing it with. It is an important step in our final goal of figuring out how users are treated based on that information.”Personalization also has its benefits. Shopping sites such as Amazon and eBay can scan a user’s search and purchase history to offer suggestions. This can help find similar, cheaper items or items that are more suited to their needs at a glance. It’s also possible to disable personalized ads and results. Google’s search engine lets you switch off personalization, for example.Researchers from the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona and Yahoo felt the issue was so potentially damaging, and they have also created a way to “burst the filter(过滤) bubble”. They believe that just because people have opposing views on certain topics it doesn’t mean they won’t share interests with others.( ) 12. The underlined word “eliminating” in Paragraph 1 probably means“_______”.A. decoratingB. removingC. personalizingD. protecting( ) 13. Princeton University created bots to ______.A. explain why different websites are personalizedB. offer users some advice on how to protect privacyC. assess how personalization is affecting Internet usersD. stress the advantages and disadvantages of personalization of websites( ) 14. Which of the following websites have done something to cut off personalization?A. Google and YahooB. eBay and GoogleC. Amazon and eBayD. Amazon and Yahoo( ) 15. What is this passage mainly about?A. Different websites are doing something to offer quality service.B. Personalized ads and search results could be creating different web pages.C. Personalization of different sites will lead to users’ privacy being violated.D. Personalization of shopping sites makes online shopping more convenient.参考答案：BCAB第二节（共5 小题；每小题2.5 分，满分12.5 分）What makes one person more intelligent than another? What makes one person a genius, like the brilliant Albert Einstein, and another person a fool? Are people born intelligent or stupid, or is intelligence the result of where and how you live? 16 We know, however, that just being born with a good mind is not enough. In some ways, the mind is like a leg or an arm muscle. 17 Mental exercise is particularly important for young children. Many child psychologists think that parents should play with their children more often and give them problems to think about. 18 If, on the other hand, children are left alone a great deal with nothing to do, they are more likely to become dull and unintelligent.19 According to some psychologists, if parents are always tellinga child that he or she is a fool or an idiot, then the child is more likely to keep doing silly and foolish things. So it is probably better for parents to say very positive things to their children, such as “That was a very clever thing you did.” or“20 ”A. A healthy body contributes to one's intelligence.B. Parents should also be careful about what they say to young children.C. What people want to express is like this.D. The children are then more likely to grow up bright and intelligent.E. It needs exercise.F. You are such a smart child.G. These are very old questions and the answers to them are still not clear.参考答案：GEDBF。

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新沂三中2023届高三英语限时练（4）限时：40分钟一、阅读理解AAllowing women to give birth in hospital with their pet dog by their side could make them less anxious, one of the first women to use a “birth dog” has said.Charlotte Beard, 24, who suffers from non-epileptic seizures, was supported through her 50-hour labour by her aid pet Flump, who is trained to detect seizures before they happen.Flump was prepared for the birth by being played audio tracks of babies crying at home and being introduced to staff at the maternity ward (产房) in Poole hospital. Beard joked. “He was visiting the maternity hospital on a very regular basis, getting to know staff, getting to know the different rooms and the setups.”It is a legal requirement that assistance dogs are allowed into hospitals, but Beard said a lot of hospitals were not aware of this.“It would have caused high levels of anxiety if Flump was not there,” she said. “I would have certainly been more concerned about my safety.”“I am not suggesting that if I were to have a seizure, staff would not have been able to look after me. But no staff member can detect beforehand whether you are going to have a seizure or not. That is something that Flump can do that nobody else can, and it gives them such valuable time to make sure that I am safe and have the right support in place before it happens. Prevention is always much better than treatment.”Beard got Flump at 10 weeks and has trained him since then. “From a human standpoint I cannot help but think how lovely it is that Flump was there. He was one of the first to see Alfie,” Beard said. “Being present there from the birth and meeting Alfie within moments of him being born, whether it has increased the bond or not, it was such a lovely experience for everyone. Flump was absolutely besotted (痴恋) with Alfie from the moment he first saw him.”1. Why did Beard have an assistance pet present during birth?A. To cure her disease.B. To monitor the doctors.C. To ease her anxiety.D. To keep the door.2. What was the assistance dog trained to do before doing the job?A. Understand human voices.B. Get familiarized with the hospital.C. Play music for babies.D. Learn about medical devices.3. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 6 refer to?A. Detecting the disease.B. Medical treatment.C. Looking after the patient.D. A seizure.4. What does Beard think of future bond between the dog and her son?A. It will be close.B. It will be tense.C. It needs improving.D. It is hard to say.BEven tree-planting can increase health risks to local human populations if it focuses too narrowly on a small number of species, as is often the case in commercial forests. Outbreaks of infectious diseases are more likely in areas of monoculture plantations, according to a new study.The researchers of the study said this was because diseases are filtered (过滤) and blocked by a range of predators (食肉动物) and habitats in a healthy, biodiverse forest. When this is replaced by a palm oil plantation or soy fields, the specialist species die off, leaving generalists such as rats and mosquitoes to thrive (繁殖) and spread pathogens across human and non-human habitats. The net result is a loss of natural disease regulation.The researchers examined the correlation between trends for forest cover, plantations, population and disease around the globe using statistics from international institutions such as the World Health Organization and the Food and Agricultural Organization. Over the period of study from 1990 to 2016, this covered 3,884 outbreaks of 116 diseases that crossed the species barrier and 1,996 outbreaks of 69 vector-borne infectious diseases, mostly carried by mosquitoes, ticks or flies.The new study adds to a growing body of evidence that viruses are more likely to transfer to humans or animals if they live in or near human-disturbed ecosystems. This is shaped by trade patterns and consumer behaviour. A quarter of global forest loss is driven by the production of commodities such as beef, soy, palm oil and wood fibre.Morand, lead-author of the study, said his study showed that disease risks need to be added to risk-benefit analysis of new projects. “We should take the costs of public health into account when considering new plantations. The risks are first to local people, but thenworldwide because we have seen with Covid how quickly diseases can spread.”Morand is now working on a more detailed study that will use satellite analysis of forest cover to examine links with disease. With more information, he believes it may be possible to predict future outbreaks and to work with local communities to build ecologically diverse and economically productive landscapes that reduce the risks.5. Why are outbreaks of infectious diseases more likely in areas of monoculture plantations?A. The specialist species are wiped out by their predators.B. Biodiversity decline destroys natural disease regulation.C. Local human populations have no knowledge of health risks.D. Commercial forests provide food for disease-carrying insects.6. How did the researchers get their findings?A. By conducting data analysis.B. By referring to another study.C. By making field investigation.D. By consulting authoritative agencies.7. What does Morand intend to do by his words in paragraph 5?A. Criticize policy-makers.B. Offer a solution to Covid.C. Make a suggestion.D. Support evidence for her findings.8. What does the last paragraph talk about concerning Morand-led study?A. Its theoretical basis.B. Its appeal to the public.C. Expectations for future studies.D. Researchers with new perspectives.第二节(共5小题;每小题分,满分分)If you’re going travelling after university or as a career break, an extended period of time of unemployment can leave a gaping hole in your CV. ____1____ As long as you plan your trip carefully and think about what you can do, travelling can actually boost your CV and career.Recharge you batteriesIf you’ve just spent three or four years at university, or working without a break, then you’ll need to recharge your batteries. If you take time out to travel you’ll have the opportunity to think about what’s important in your life and refocus on your career. ____2____ Learn a new skillIf you’re going on a round-the-world trip then you could be travelling from anywhere between a month to a year, why don’t youlearn a new skill while you’re on the road? ___3____ All businesses and companies need candidates with a broad skill set, so look at learning another language or getting further qualifications to boost your CV.Make contactsWhen you’re backpacking and travelling, try to make contacts with people who might be useful for your career. With the rise of social media, making contacts is as simple as saying “just tweet me” or “I’ll add you on Facebook”. The contacts you make while travelling could be your avenue into a new career. ____4____Volunteer____5____ Not only will you make a difference to the community and society, but it’ll look great on your CV. With volunteering you’ll learn what it means to live and work in another country, and employers are actively encouraging it. In a survey, 63% of HR professionals said that those who have taken a constructive gap year of volunteering or working abroad had an application that stood out from the rest.A. But don’t worry.B. Consider the simplest way you can meet their needs.C. It’s important to network wherever you are in the world.D. More often than not, you’ll come home feeling refreshed and energetic.E. Think about what employers are looking for in your industry and cater to that.F One of the hardest things to overcome when applying for a job is work experience.G. Volunteering is one of the most popular activities for gap years and round-the-world trips.第三部分语言运用(共两节,满分30分)When I was pregnant with Paige, I read about the donor milk bank and was instantly____1____. I learned that nearly 4,000 babies are born ____2____ every year; because their organs and immune systems have had less time to mature, they’re at greater risk of____3____, which can be fatal (致命的) in their____4____ early days. Breast milk is often the only thing they can ____5____, but mothers with a ____6____ pregnancy often find that their milk has not yet come in. The thought of helping the tiny babies ____7____ a lot to me.Paige was born a month early and in special care for a couple of days. That’s ____8____ we saw those tiny babies who could____9____ in your hand, only managing to take about 4 ml of milk at atime — and the reality of milk ______10______ hit home. Watching those other parents desperately hoping for their babies to______11______, and realizing I could help, was when the feeling that I should become a milk donor changed to wanting to ______12______ it.I contacted the coordinator of the donor milk bank. She came to my house to do my blood tests and ______13______ me through the process, so I was good to go. I now spend about six hours a day expressing milk. The milk is frozen and then _____14______ every week by one of the volunteer drivers. I’ve been told I’m donating record-breaking amounts, and I’ll______15______ donating for as long as I can.1. A. hesitant B. embarrassed C. interestedD. grateful2. A. prematurely B. safely C. purposelyD. secretly3. A. depression B. infection C. injuryD. conflict4. A. remaining B. boring C. criticalD. merry5. A. tolerate B. expect C. affordD. order6. A. lengthened B. shortened C. worsenedD. strengthened7. A. troubled B. amused C. offendedD. meant8. A. how B. when C. whetherD. what9. A. fit B. feed C. drinkD. grow10. A. delivery B. donation C. productionD. consumption11. A. recover B. survive C. laughD. communicate12. A. do B. forget C. useD. escape13. A. warned B. talked C. blamedD. teased14. A. thrown out B. sold out C. picked upD. drunk up15. A. give up B. carry on C. put offD. bring down第二节(共10小题;每小题分,满分15分)Shangsi Festival is an ancient Chinese festival ____1____ (celebrate) on the third day of the third lunar month. It is afestival____2____ (main) observed by Chinese ethnic groups to drive away evil spirits and natural disasters.There are many ____3____ (story) about the festival’s true origins. Some say it stems from a dinner party held on the banks of the Qushui River during the Zhou Dynasty. Others say it____4____ (come) from the custom of getting rid of evil by bathing in the river.Shangsi Festival activities have changed with the times. The feast and praying for later generations by the river____5____ (add) in the Han Dynasty. It was after the Wei and Jin dynasties ___6____ the event developed into the Double Third Day.After the Ming and Qing dynasties, the festival developed into____7____ spring outing featuring lively activities like hiking and listening to choir music.To the Zhuang ethnic group, March 3 is a festival for young people ____8____ (sing) songs and find their true love. Since 1983, singing festivals____9____ (hold) annually on this day throughout Guangxi.Five-colored sticky rice and painted eggs are traditional food for the Shangsi Festival. The Zhuang people believe rice is good for health and painted eggs are seen ____10____ a symbol of love.参考答案：【答案】CBD31~35ABACC36~40ADECG41~45CABCA46~50BDBAB51~55BABCBaddedbeen【解析】C本篇是一篇报道,介绍了英国一位妇女让宠物狗陪她在医院产子的事情。

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高三英语限时训练一、阅读理解A7-Day Tour from London to EdinburghA London guide will show you the city’s famous landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Downing Street and Westminster Abbey. Then, in Edinburgh, you’ll tour the castle and see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. From the historical sights to the beautiful scenery, this guided tour of England and Scotland is a great way to experience everything Britain has to offer.Starting at: $849 per person9-Day Tour from Dublin to LondonYour guided tour of Ireland and Britain begins in the capital cityof Dublin. Enjoy seeing the “Fair City”, including the statue-lined O’Connell Street, Trinity College, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Your local guide will show you the famous sights, including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. This guided tour of Ireland and Britain is a welcome escape with fewer crowds and lower costs than high-season tours.Starting at: $1069 per person7-Day Tour from London to ParisYour guided vacation in London begins with a welcome dinner and a cruise on the Thames River to admire the Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament. You’ll spend three nights in London to see the sites ofthis historic city—from Big Ben to Buckingham Palace, and also St. Paul’s Cathedral. Then you’ll enjoy a 3-night stay in Paris. This includes sightseeing at the Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, Champs-Elysees, and a Seine cruise. This guided tour of London and Paris is certain to be enjoyable with fewer crowds in the off-season!Starting at: $1149 per person1. How much would a couple pay for the 7-day tour from London to Edinburgh?A．$849. B．$1149. C．$1698. D．$2138.2. Which place can you visit if you take the 9-day tour from Dublin to London?A．Downing Street. B．Trinity College. C．The Thames River. D．Concorde Square.3. What do the three tours have in common?A．They are all guided tours for visitors.B．People will spend the same amount of time.C．They all begin in the capital city of London.D．People can enjoy the same number of sights.BRace walking shares many fitness benefits with running, research shows, while most likely contributing to fewer injuries. It does, however, have its own problem.Race walkers are conditioned athletes. The longest track and field event at the Summer Olympics is the 50-kilometer race walk, which is about five miles longer than the marathon. But the sport’s rulesrequire that a race walker’s knees stay straight through most of theleg swing and one foot remain in contact (接触) with the ground at all times. It’s this strange form that makes race walking such anattractive activity, however, says Jaclyn Norberg, an assistantprofessor of exercise science at Salem State University in Salem, Mass.Like running, race walking is physically demanding, she says, According to most calculations, race walkers moving at a pace of six miles per hour would burn about 800 calories(卡路里) per hour, which is approximately twice as many as they would burn walking, although fewer than running, which would probably burn about 1,000 or more calories per hour.However, race walking does not pound the body as much as running does, Dr. Norberg says. According to her research, runners hit the ground with as much as four times their body weight per step, while race walkers, who do not leave the ground, create only about 1.4 times their body weight with each step.As a result, she says, some of the injuries associated with running, such as runner’s knee, are uncommon amo ng race walkers. But thesport’s strange form does place considerable stress on the ankles and hips, so people with a history of such injuries might want to becautious in adopting the sport. In fact, anyone wishing to try race walking should probably first consult a coach or experienced racer to learn proper technique, she says. It takes some practice.4. Why are race walkers conditioned athletes?A．They must run long distances.B．They are qualified for the marathon.C．They have to follow special rules.D．They are good at swinging their legs.5. What advantage does race walking have over running?A．It’s more popular at the Olympics.B．It’s less challenging physically.C．It’s more effective in body building.D．It’s less likely to cause knee injuries.6. What is Dr. Norberg’s suggestion for someone trying race walking? A．Getting experts’ opinions.B．Having a medical checkup.C．Hiring an experienced coach.D．Doing regular exercises.7. Which word best describes the author’s attitude to race walking? A．Skeptical. B．Objective.C．Tolerant. D．Conservative.CAn unconventional method for growing rice has been found to increase yields(产量) by 20 to 50 percent. Reports from China, India, Southeast Asia and Africa suggest that average yield increases of 20 to 50 percent are regularly being achieved by farmers adopting the "system of rice intensification(集约化)"(SRI)，which needs one-tenth as many seeds and aims to stimulate the root system of plants rather than trying to increase yields in the conventional way by using improved seeds and fertilizers.The idea of using less to gain more is seen as an important innovation(革新) for adapting farming to climate change and a way to increase yields at a time when human populations are growing fast but traditional plant breeding and genetically modified techniques have failed to increase yields more than a few percentage points, says Norman Uphoff, professor of international agriculture at Cornell.The new way to grow rice needs only half as much water, and is proving most popular in water-stressed countries, says Tavseef Mairaj Shah, a Ph.D．researcher. "Rice growing in Kashmir largely depends on irrigation systems that draw water from the river Jhelum. But climate change is leading to drier winters, untimely rains, and warmer summers."“SRI is a great technique, not just from the water-savingperspective but because it offers better yields and soil conditions. Different studies, both at the experimental level and farmer-participative level, have shown that SRl improves yields with less water.” Shah adds.Some academic, the global seed industry and the international community once rejected reports of “fantastic” yields, accusingfarmers of falsifying(篡改）records and researchers of carelessness and "non-science". But more than 600 articles, checked by SRI Internationalat Cornell University, have shown benefits.Uphoff says, “Attitudes are changing.The original hostility(敌意)has gone." However, the early opposition has resulted in comparativelylittle scientific research being conducted into SRI and a slow understanding by funders.8. How does SRI increase the yields of rice?A．By sowing more seeds B．By using improved seeds.C．By improving its root system. D．By adopting special fertilizers. 9. Compared with the conventional method for growing rice, SRI.A．needs less water B．increases labor costsC．requires better soil conditions D．depends on genetically modified techniques10. What was the global seed industry's initial attitude toward reportson SRI?A．Curious B．Skeptical. C．Approving D．Uninterested. 11. Which of the following can be the best title of the passage?A．How to Increase YieldsB．People's Attitudes Towards SRIC．An Innovative Means of Growing RiceD．The Disadvantages of Conventional Plant Breeding二、完形填空A Florida man likes to shop at garage sales for old plaques(纪念匾)so he can reuse the wooden backs. Recently, he was looking through a 12 he bought years ago when one 13 a small ball caught hiseye.The man took a moment to 14 what was written on the plaque and quickly realized there was a 15 stone inside the ball-a piece ofmoon rock brought back on the Apollo 17 mission in 1972. The plaque and rock had been a 16 to the state of Louisiana by then-President Richard Nixon but 17 ended up in a garage sale for the man to find years later.“I can’t even tell you how long I 18 i t for. I’m not evensure how much I 19 for it. The wood in the plaques is such nicewood and that is what I 20 them for," the man said. The man 21 t he Louisiana governor’s office, which 22 him to the LouisianaState Museum. The man hand-delivered his 23 to the Louisiana State Museum. He didn’t want to take a chance that something might happen toit during 24 .The museum’s director is 25 for hisgenerosity and 26 for reuniting the state with this priceless object. “It is an extraordinary piece of Louisiana history,” he said. “We’re 27 to take possession of this piece and to share it withour audiences.”After Apollo 17 28 on Earth, Nixon 29 379 pieces of the satellite stone to all the states as well as foreign nations. Over time, those gifts began to 30 A 2002 search found that many were unaccounted for. To date, the fate(命运)of 171 rocks remains 3112. A．painting B．ball C．book D．collection13. A．linking B．featuring C．sharing D．obtaining14. A．read B．stress C．think D．remember15. A．normal B．new C．precious D．similar16. A．gift B．signal C．threat D．change17. A．sometimes B．somehow C．instead D．never18. A．borrowed B．returned C．owned D．lost19. A．paid B．earned C．saved D．charged20. A．carry B．prepare C．push D．buy21. A．passed B．contacted C．recognized D．trusted22. A．attracted B．added C．pointed D．reported23. A．work B．find C．receipt D．letter24. A．delivery B．discovery C．construction D．treatment25. A．eager B．responsible C．famous D．grateful26. A．reason B．demand C．concern D．claim27. A．likely B．free C．embarrassed D．excited28. A．landed B．existed C．wandered D．failed29. A．threw away B．put aside C．turned in D．handed out30. A．improve B．disappear C．drop D．matter31. A．unforgettable B．unacceptable C．unknownD．undoubted三、七选五阅读I love learning foreign languages so much that I learn a new language every two years. When people find I’m a polyglot(通晓多种语言的人)，they always ask me,“How do you do that?” Honestly, my answerwill be, “I don’t know. I simply love learning languages.” 32 They want to know why they spend years learning even one language, never achieving fluency, and what’s the secret of being polyglots.33 And what do we have in common? I decided to find that out. I went to several events where language lovers gather to practice their languages, asked dozens of polyglots about methods they use, and heard dozens of approaches. Everybody seems to have a unique way to speak several languages fluently.34 All these polyglots talked about language learning as if it was great fun. They found ways to turn language learning from aboring subject into a pleasant daily activity. You should have seentheir faces when they were showing me their colorful grammar charts and handmade flash cards. 35 The methods are various, but they make sure it’s something enjoyable.I realized it’s actually how I learn. 36 Then interesting programs became my choice. So all is clear. If you don’t like writing words down on paper, type them in an app. If you’re a shy perso n, apply self-talk at home. This is how polyglots learn languages, and the best news is that it’s available to anyone willing to take the learning into their own hands.A．How can those with little talent be fluent?B．But people are never happy with the reply.C．There’s no shortcut to learning languages for anyone.D．One of them even made recipes in a foreign language.E．That made me wonder, too, how other polyglots actually do it. F．When learning Spanish last year, I was bored with textbooks. G．Polyglots simply found ways to enjoy the language-learning process.四、语法填空阅读下面短文, 在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式.May 21st this year marks the first International Tea Day, which37 (name) by the United Nations on November 27th, 2019. To celebrate38 festival, a number of events took place at the ChineseBusinessman Museum in Beijing on Thursday.The chairman of the China Culture Promotion Society addressed the opening ceremony.“As a main promoter of the International Tea Day,the birthplace of tea and the 39 (large) tea-producing country, China has a 40 (responsible) to work with other countries to promote the healthy development of the tea industry. It can help tobuild a community with a shared future 41 mankind,” he said.Th e “First International Tea Day Tea Road Cooperative Initiative” issued (发布) at the ceremony calls for people working in the teaindustry to come together to promote (促进） international cooperation 42 cultural exchanges. A four-year tea promotion-Tea RoadCooperative Plan-was also issued in accordance with the initiative.___42___ (strengthen) the connection with young people, the event included a number of public promotional activities on social media,___43___( invite ) twenty-nine tea professionals from around the worldto have thirty-six hours of uninterrupted live broadcasts.The Chinese Ancient Tea Museum was 43 (official) unveiled(揭幕) at the ceremony, opening 44 (it) first exhibition: The Avenue of Truth - A Special Exhibition o f Pu’er Tea.五、应用文写作47. 假定你是李华，你校将举办以“English Literature Reading”为主题的英语原阅读活动，请你用英语为本次活动写一则宣传稿，内容包括：(1)活动目的；(2)活动安排；(3)发出号召。

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高三英语限时练（二）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。

ABest Books to Make Your 2022 Happier, Brighter and More Creative To discover natureToday's urban living makes it easy for us to feel divorced from nature. Like so many others, we are feeling the call of the wild. Urban Wild by Helen Rook is out in February and full of positive suggestions to help you discover wildness on your doorstep. The month-by-month format is such a great tool for discovery and will tell you exactly what to look out for each season. Melinda Salisbury's The Way Back is a change on the traditional monthly almanac(历书) and a truly modern guide back to natural rhythms，which is designed for those who feel most removed from the old ways and cycles.To go in for sportsFinding an exercise that you enjoy-one that you want to stick to because it's so much fun—is a surefire way to have you bounding into the year. Take a stroll with 52 Ways ToWalk. Annabel Streets digs into the science and romanticism of walking and explores the good things that can happen with this one small act. And the classic Running LikeAGirl is still a hugely inspiring book that will make you want to pull your sports shoes on before you've finished chapter two.To find your creativityFrom its tiniest details to its most dramatic events, your story is a sacred gift. But how do you find and tell that story? Nikesh Shukla's new book Your Story Matters is out on March 17 and it's full of writing inspiration to help you with your own stories, JuliaCameron’s classic The Artist's Way turns 30 this year. Her program for creative recoverybegins with the Morning Pages,a daily writing ritual of three pages of stream-of conscious, and the Artist Date,a dedicated block of time to nurture your inner artist.1. What is special about Urban Wild?A. It comes out every month.B. It shows traditional life styles.C. Itmarks the start of each season.D. It promotes nature in the city.2. Which book will fire your love for exercise?A. The Way Back.B. The Artist's Way.C. Running Like A Girl.D. Your Story Matters.3. What is the Morning Pages by Julia Cameron?A.A creative writing task.B.A book on her own story.C.A famous artistic work.D.A diary of classic writers.BOne year before，at age 18，Leszyeski had aged out of foster care(寄养中心)，having been in the system since she was four when her single mother was no longer able to career for her. Leszyeski was now enrolled in college hoping to become a doctor. And the only furniture she had in her apartment was an air mattress with a hole in it.Then she learned about an organization Chairity. The organization provides furniture and household goods for young adults who have left foster care. Leszyeski reached out toChairity,a nonprofit formed by 23-year-old Maria Paparella.Paparella first became aware of foster care in elementary school when her parents were considering adopting a child. The plan didn't work out, but Paparella often found herself thinking about that child.“I'm really close with my family, and I just couldn't imagine being completely on my own at 18,”she says.At 16, Paparella visited Summit County Children Services, with a list of questions,trying to understand what aging out looked like. One of her questions was“What's not being met for these young people?”Near the top of the list was furniture,“That struck home,”says Paparella. The idea of“moving into an apartment without a bed t o sleep on or a sofa to sit on”pulled at her heartstrings.Paparella contacted her parents'friends, asking if they had spare furniture to donate.A local furniture store offered free ware-house space and its delivery truck, Watching the recipients'faces when they received a bed,a couch—whatever-was amazing. Paparella remembers delivering a gold lamp to a woman and watching her polish it lovingly, getting rid of dirt and fingerprints.Today, Chairity has given furniture to nearly 200 young adults in homes across six Ohio counties. Paparella is convinced these contributions give the recipients hope and confidence. Leszyeski agrees.“It makes me feel like I'm not different from other people.My whole life,I've felt abnormal,”she says,“Now,I feel normal.”4. Which can best describe Leszyeski's life after leaving foster care?A. Tough but hopeful.B. Poor and aimless.C. Wealthy but boring.D. Independent and carefree.5. Why did Paparella found Chairity?A. To get some financial benefits from it.B. To help those aging out of foster care.C. To aid the needy couple adopt a child.D. To ask people to donate some couches.6. When was Paparella most touched at the age of 16?A. Living without parents.B. Moving into a new house.C. Getting free truck delivery.D. Visiting a foster care center.7. What does Leszyeski think of Chairity?A. It changes young adults'whole life.B. It brings confidence to the recipients.C. It has helped lots of homeless people.D. It makes people different from others.CWhile facial recognition technology continues to promote many aspects of human life,it's now being applied to aid the protection of giant pandas, Xinhua News Agency reported on 6 January 2022.A nature reserve has built an AI-enabled video monitoring system to better protect giant pandas. Installed with 300 infrared(红外线) cameras，the monitoring system helps ensure the health and safety of 110 wild giant pandas there. It was put into operation two years ago, and has captured numerous photos and videos of pandas engaged in activities such as eating, resting and fighting for mates. It provides scientific data to help us grasp pandas'living conditions and establish conservation strategies. More importantly, it achieves real-time monitoring of the reserve so that we can discern the threats to the wildlife as early as possible.A recent study found the facial recognition system can automatically recognize various wild animals caught in infrared cameras, allowing researchers to collect data on giant pandas while staying indoors. It's shown that by equipping the AI-aided system to retain the filed photos of giant pandas, we obtain a 98%success rate for species recognition. Its success rate of recognizing other wild animals can top 80%. In2021 alone, this monitoring system captured 2, 896 photos of giant pandas and other rare animals and filmed 3, 218 seconds of footage, showcasing the reserve's sound ecological environment as well as a gradual rise in panda population there.Head of the reserve's administration, Liu Xingming, said researchers used the system not only to observe the dynamics and health of the giant panda population but also to learn about changes in the natural su rroundings of their habitat,“The monitoring system has enabled systematic, scientific, and intelligent conservation of wildlife,”he added.“However, it is expected to be further improved and optimized in the near future.”8. What does the underlined word“discern”mean in paragraph 2?A. Solve.B. Pose.C. Attach.D. Detect.9. What can be inferred about the new technology from the study?A. It precisely recognizes any species.B. It makes panda population rise rapidly.C. It contributes to species data collection.D. It understands pandas'facial appearance.10. What is Liu Xingming's attitude to the facial recognition monitoring system?A. Critical.B. Objective.C. Ambiguous.D. Conservative.11. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Panda Facial Recognition Using DatabaseB. Functions of Facial Recognition TechnologyC.AI Technology for Better Panda ProtectionD.A Breakthrough in Video Monitoring SystemDMost people know social media isn't free-it's paid for with the collection of its users'sometimes-sensitive information. Your GPS system keeps track of your movements, and your smart TV can watch you. Almost all the information these devices collect can be sold to companies or used by authorities to keep tabs or gather evidence. Meanwhile, we use technology so frequently because of its efficiency and convenience, Is the trade-off worthit, or are we selling our souls to the devil?SafeHome. org Team surveyed 1, 019 people aged 18 and older about their opinions on security and electronic devices and whether they felt the risk to privacy was worth the security and convenience benefits. As it turns out, some feel technology is far too convenient to give up despite its flaws, while others would trash their devices if they found out it was spying on them.Interestingly, three major factors appear to have an impact on which aspect of privacyviolation they find most shocking—age, gender and occupation.Different generations have different relationships with technology and, as such, have different concerns about privacy. Those 65 and older appeared to be very distrustful of technology, recording higher levels of concern than younger generations in almost every field. Those aged 45-64 all found location tracking, home security, and smart device privacy issues to be the most threatening. From age 18 to 44, the data trends looked rather similar.A distrust of social media existed, but they regarded fitness trackers, andpublic surveillance(监视) as less of an issue than older generations.While men and women seemed to have the same concerns about privacy in the digital age,a few interesting aspects existed. Women were more concerned overall with identity and location tracking. Men had concerns with these issues as well but perhaps didn't feel as physically threatened by them. The place where men took more issues than women was the selling of personal data to advertisers and monitoring of conversations and activities.12. What does the author intend to convey about social media in paragraph 1?A. It comes at a price.B. It is of great value.C. It has developed greatly.D. It brings convenience to life.13. What did the survey of SafeHome org Team focus on?A. People's attitudes towards privacy risks.B. People's opinions on technology benefits.C. People's responses to electric device flaws.D. People's thoughts on employment security.14. What does the result of the survey imply?A. Women worry about personal data most.B. Men tend to sell personal data to advertisers.C. Young people don't see social media as a threat.D. Older people are more doubtful about technology.15. What will be discussed further in the coming paragraph?A. Prevention of the privacy violation.B. Significance of the SafeHome org Team.C. Privacy concerns from different occupations.D. Methods of guaranteeing privacy in the digital age.阅读下面材料，在题后空白处填入适当的内容(每空一词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

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2023届高三英语晚自习限时训练一、阅读理解AParis is the most wooded city in Europe, and around one quarter of its area is taken up by parks, gardens and other green spaces.Jardin des Plantes: over 28 hectaresThis impressive botanical garden is home to four museums, including the Natural History Museum, which houses a variety of African animals. The gardens themselves boast thousands of species of plants. This is a lovely place to relax and explore the beautiful surroundings.Parc des Buttes-Chaumont: over 24 hectaresIf you want to get off the tourist trail and hang out with true Parisians, this park is the perfect spot for a relaxing picnic or a leisurely wander. It is in the 19th district and is one of the largest parks in Paris. Cross its lake on the suspension bridge, or admire the waterfalls and attractive temples.Jardin du Luxembourg: over 25 hectaresThese beautiful gardens were first laid out in 1612 as the gardens of the Luxembourg Palace. They include a geometric forest, French and English style gardens, as well as a large pond. There is so much to see and do with activities especially for children, such as slides, rides and puppet shows, as well as leisure and sporting activities for adults. The gardens are home to more than one hundred sculptures.Le Parc de la Villette: 55 hectaresThis urban cultural park is so much more than just a park as it is home to numerous music venues, exhibition spaces and cafes. It is also home to no less than 12 gardens, which all follow different themes. The Passenger Gardens, for example, which are built on what was once the sheep market, support a variety of ecosystems, demonstrating the importance of biodiversity.1. Which green space probably suits students who are interested in botany?A．Jardin des Plantes. B．Parc des Buttes-Chaumont.C．Jardin du Luxembourg. D．Le Parc de la Villette.2. Which is special about Jardin du Luxembourg?A．They used to be royal gardens. B．They are Parisian favourite gardens. C．They feature American style gardens. D．They house a variely of African animals.3. What can visitors do in Le Parc de la Villette?A．Visiting museums. B．Attending concerts.C．Admiring waterfalls. D．Watching puppet shows.BA team of researchers at ETH Zurich has the perfect long-lasting solution to our fog problem. They have developed a very thin and gold-based transparent coating (涂层) that can convert sunlight into heat, which can be applied to glass and other surfaces to prevent them from fogging.The special coating is developed using titanium oxide and gold particles. It selectively absorbs infrared radiations (红外线照射) from the sunlight and creates a heating effect that is powerful enough to keep fog away from the surface of an object.The coating basically employs heat to stop fogging. The coating absorbs a large part of the infrared radiation, which causes it to heat up-by up to 8℃.Previously, products like anti-fogging sprays create a very thin film of water on the surface to remove fog. The problem with such surfaces is pollution. Along with water, the sprays also attract dirt, dust, oil, and various other dirty substances, and just a little dirt on the surface makes it useless. However, the new coating repels (排斥) water. Furthermore, the coating is significantly thinner, which makes it more transparent as well as flexible. It is heated passively and requires, during daytime, no additional energy source.Gold might be expensive, but the researchers stress that their coating requires solittle that the material costs remain low. Their coating is produced with standardized and readily scalable methods, all cost-effectively. However, although this product can work at very low levels of solar irradiation, it does rely on a certain amount of light.The researchers will develop the coating further for other applications. In the process, they will examine whether other metals work just as well as gold. There is no need to fear. However, this would cause a car or a building to heat up more in the summer. The researchers have already filed a patent. Hopefully, this groundbreaking product will soon be available on the market.；4. How does the new coating work to remove fog?A．By reflecting part of sunlight selectively.B．By keeping cool air away from the object.C．By creating a thin film of water on the surface.D．By absorbing infrared radiations to heat the coating.；5. Why does the author mention previous anti-fogging products?A．To stress the advantages of the new coating.B．To introduce the inspiration behind the new coating.C．To prove the difficulty of creating anti-fogging products.D．To explain the reason for the anti-fogging coating being popular .；6. What is the limitation of the new coating?A．It is considerably expensive.B．It depends on sunlight to work.C．It takes too much time to produce.D．It is difficult to clean and maintain.；7. What do the researchers plan to do next?A．Apply for a patent for the invention.B．Develop the product for more practical uses.C．Explore the environmental impact of the coating.D．Seek a cheaper material as an alternative to gold.CAn exhibition of vivid photographs and a restored documentary give fresh insight into the Antarctic explorer, who died a century ago.One hundred years ago, the leader of the last great expeditio n of the heroic age of polar exploration died from a heart attack as his ship, Quest, headed for Antarctica. The announcement of the death of Ernest Shackleton on 30 January 1922 was greeted with an outpouring of national grief.This was the man, after all, who had saved the entire crew of his ship Endurance —which had been crushed and sunk by ice in 1915 — by making a daring trip in a tiny open boat over 750 miles of polar sea to raise the alarm at a whaling station in South Georgia.It remains one of the greatest rescue stories of modern history and led to the idolising of Shackleton in the United Kingdom, a reputation that survived undamaged for the rest of the century. As his contemporary Raymond Priestley, the geologist and Antarctic explorer, later put it: “When disaster strikes and all hope is gone, get down on your knees and pray for Shackleton.”And here and now in 2022, his death is being marked with an elaborately illustrated exhibition —Shackleton’s legacy and the power of early Antarctic pho tography — which opens at the Royal Geographical Society (RGS), and which includes a range of images and artefacts from his expeditions. Additionally, a digitally remade version of South, a documentary film of Shackleton’s 1914-16 Endurance expedition, is being screened at the British Film Institute.The film and most of the exhibition’s finest images are the handiwork of Frank Hurley, who sailed with Shackleton and who was one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers and film-makers. Both film and exhibition feature striking camera work and provide vivid accounts of the hardships that Shackleton and his men endured as they headed off to explore Antarctica.Even after he survived the great expedition, he still longed for another trip to Antarctica, and after long negotiations set sail in Quest, from England, with the aim of circumnavigating (环航) Antarctica, Shackleton was by now very ill and had suffered at least one heart attack. On 2 January 1922, he wrote in his diary: “I grow old and tired but must a lways lead on.” Three days later he had a major heart attack and died a few hours later. He is buried on South Georgia, scene of his greatest triumph.“Shackleton was an inspirational leader. He had an innate sense of what was possible and achievable. He also had a huge personality but led by example. At the same time, he was sensitive to the needs of the individuals he was leading. For example, after Endurance broke up, his men had lost their protection and shelter. Their social fabric had been destroyed. There would have been disagreement. Yet Shackleton succeeded in keeping them together and made sure they survived.”8. People were overcome with grief when Ernest Shackleton died because .A．it was a huge pity that such a brave explorer should ha ve died from a heart attack B．he was the man that wrote about one of the greatest rescue stories of modern history C．he came to his entire crew’s rescue and symbolised hope in extreme circumstances D．there was no one to pray to anymore when disaster came and there was no hope9. What can we learn about the exhibition?A．It presents Shackleton’s 1914-16 Endurance expedition with powerful Antarctic photos.B．It celebrates the 100th anniversary of the great explorer Ernest Shackleton’s birth. C．It consists of vivid photographs, artefacts, and documentaries of Ernest Shackleton.D．It is created by Frank Hurley, who witnessed Shackleton’s heroic acts with his own eyes.10. Which of the following is NOT true about Ernest Shackleton according to the passage? A．He was the leader of a heroic exploration to the South pole, who died from a heart attack off shore.B．He saved the crew members of the sunken Endurance by travelling to raise the alarmin a tiny boat.C．He is universally recognised as the greatest Antarctic explorer who has enjoyed enduring fame.D．He was inspirational, practical, responsible, sensitive towards his men, but had a strong character.11. What does “Their social fabric had been destroyed. ” in the last paragraph most probably mean?A．What they wore would not be accepted by others upon returning.B．They could no longer socialise with others even if they went back.C．The ship could not keep them together even if they survived.D．They could not function socially as they had when there was shelter.二、七选五阅读Do you want lots of success in school and in your friendship? If you want to learn how to balance your friendship and study, read on.• Talk about your goals for school.Share what academic success looks like for both of you. 12 Before the semester starts, sit down and discuss what you’d both like to achieve.• Share tips and tricks with each other.Exchange study techniques to learn how to be more successful. Maybe you know some learning methods like making a list of key ideas and reviewing them one hour a day. Chat about how you’ll both try to master your subjects. 13• Remind each other to take your health seriously.Put your wellness above everything else to succeed in school. 14 Get at least 8 hours of rest. Make sure to eat nutritious meals that will keep you energized. When you take care of yourselves, you’ll both reduce stress and improve your academic performances.• 15Remember that you both can overcome any challenge s with enough effort. In orderto get the most out of your studies, keep a “growth mindset”, an optimistic outlook that lets you see any difficult topic or task as an opportunity to learn.• Prioritize (优先安排) exams and finals.16 When you and your friend are in the middle of a finals week or have a huge assignment to prepare for, that should come first. Block out times on your schedules that need all your focus.A．Keep positive attitudes about school.B．Fight for any challenges enthusiastically.C．Your methods will be always encouraging.D．Give each other space during more intense periods.E．It’s important to be clear about what your goals are.F．You’ll lift each other up and get an extra edge in class.G．So you can both be at your best physically and mentally.三、完型填空When I was 13, I climbed my first mountain near my home. I was overweight thenand 17 when I reached the top. But I loved the 18 .Two years ago, my friend Mel Olsen and I drove to Oregon to climb 11,240-foot Mount Hood.As we went higher, the trail (山路) grew 19 and steeper. At around 9 a.m., we reached an ice step. Confident I was safe, I put my full 20 on it. Suddenly, I heard a 21 , and the ice broke off the step, right under my foot.In a second, I fell backward. Soon, I came to a stop on a flat slope. I 22 my whole body, feeling 23 that I was fine, except that I was suffering from a sharp painin my left 24 and couldn’t move.I 25 for help, and immediately Mel and other climbers came to assist me and called Mountain Rescue. Then I was loaded into a(n) 26 and taken to a hospital,27 I stayed for four days. The doctors told me it would be a year before I could 28 again, but I was back on the trails within six months.The fall has made me more 29 . One slip (滑倒) on a mountain can change everything. But the experience also made me 30 as a person. Since the accident, I’ve climbed another 60 mountains. I’m not going to let one fall 31 me from doing my favorite thing.17. A．out of danger B．out of trouble C．out of balance D．out of breath18. A．opportunity B．memory C．challenge D．mountain19. A．wider B．flatter C．narrower D．nearer20. A．body B．strength C．foot D．weight21. A．cry B．crack C．crash D．call22. A．calmed B．looked C．tested D．checked23. A．fortunate B．satisfied C．grateful D．confident24. A．arm B．shoulder C．leg D．eye25. A．yelled B．asked C．begged D．arranged26. A．car B．ambulance C．truck D．shelter27. A．which B．that C．where D．when28. A．jump B．move C．drive D．climb29. A．positive B．cautious C．frightened D．anxious30. A．grow B．develop C．feel D．act31. A．protect B．ban C．addict D．keep四、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

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高三英语限时阅读训练高三英语限时阅读训练ALondon-Lazy students can now give up onwork altogether as two O_ford University students have made scores of A-gradeessays (论文) on the website for students to copy.The essays are on the new website, 〝revise.it〞The website includes an 〝EssayLab〞 designedto make cheating (舞弊) as effective and effortless as possible.Its homepage announces to surfers (网上冲浪者): 〝The revise. it EssayLab is abank of hundreds of A-Level essays covering popular topics.〞〝Ne_t time you are asked to write an essay,why not see what we have on the subject-if you are in a lazy state of mind you can even use our guide to writing the essays and then just hand them in.〞Nick Rose and Jordan Mayo, both 19 and firstfrom Manchester, spent much of their first year as students at the universitysetting up the website. There is no charge for downloading the essays.〝I have never been very good at essaywriting,〞 Rose admitted. 〝We don’t see essay bank as a cheating way. It’s asurprising valuable resource. You can learn a lot by reading other people’swork on the subject.〞Among other tips, the website suggestsinventing important speeches to give essays e_tra weight: 〝Popular people toquote (引用)are Douglass Hurd or Disraeli.〞Hurd was a foreign secretary in the 1980s andDisraeli was a 19th century prime minister.Teachers are e_pressing their opinions bye-mail that they are angry about the website that 〝encourages students tocheat〞, but students disagree.According to Rose: 〝E_amsare a fight. It’s us against them.〞1. It canbe inferred from this passage that ______.A. students who visit the website〝revise. it〞 are all lazyB. students in O_ford Universityare all lazyC. websites in O_ford Universityare all set up by studentsD. websites can provide peoplewith different kinds of information2. NickRose and Jordan Mayo set up their website for the purpose of ______.A. helping students tocheat in e_ams B.helping students to improve their writingC. making money to pay fortheir schooling D. makingtheir teacher free3. WhatRose said at last suggests that in England ______.A .it isdifficult for students to pass their e_amsB. it isdifficult for teachers to finish their teachingC. students are not satisfied withthe education systemD. students are too lazy to learnanythingBFish have ears. Really. They’requite small and have no opening to the outside world carrying sound through thebody. For the past seven years, Simon Thorrold, a university professor, hasbeen e_amining fish ears, small round ear bones called otoliths.As fish grow, so do theirotoliths. Each day, their otoliths gain a ring of calcium carbonate (碳酸钙). By looking through a microscope(显微镜)and counting these rings, Thorrold can determine the e_act age of a young fish.As a fish gets older, its otoliths no longer get daily rings. Instead, they getyearly rings, which can also be counted, giving information about the fish’sage, just like the growth rings of a tree.Ring counting is nothing new tofish scientists. But Thorold has turned to a new direction. They’ree_aminingthe chemical elements (元素) of each otolith ring.The daily ring gives us the time,but chemistry tells us about the environment in which the fish swam on any given day. These elements tell us about the chemistry of the water that thefish was in. It also says something about water temperature, which determineshow much of these elements will gather within each otolith ring.Thorrold can tell, for e_ample, ifa fish spent time in the open ocean before entering the less salty water ofcoastal areas. He can basically tell where fish are spending their time at anygiven stage of history.In the case of the Atlanticcroaker, a popular saltwater food fish, Thorrold and his assistant have successfully followed the traveling of young fish from mid-ocean to the coast,a journey of many hundreds of miles.This is important to managers inthe fish industry, who know nearly nothing about the whereabouts of the youngfish for most food fish in the ocean. Eager to learn about his technology, fishscientists are now lending Thorrold their ears.4. What can we learn about fish ears from the te_t?A. Theyare small soft rings. B.They are not seen from the outside.C. Theyare opening only on food fish. D.They are not used to receive sound.5. Why does the writer compare the fish to trees?A. Treesgain a growth ring each day. B.trees also have otoliths.C. Theirgrowth rings are very small. D.They both have growth rings.6. Why is it important to study the chemistry of otolith rings?A. Theelements of the otoliths can tell the history of the sea.B.Chemical contents of otoliths can tell how fast fish can swim.C. We canknow more about fish and their living environment.D.Scientists can know e_actly how old a fish is.7. How would you understand 〝fish scientists are now lending their ears〞?A. Theyare very interested in Thorrold’s research fingings.B. Theywant to know where they can find fish.C. Theylend their fish for chemical studies.D. Theywonder if Thorrold can find growth rings from their ears.CMy son andI were trying to sell the house we had repaired but in the barn(谷仓)there were bats(蝙蝠)and they would notleave. The barn wastheir home. They told us so in their own way. They hung there in the barn andseemed determined to stay for the season. Don’t worry about it, Dad, ; Patrick said. They keep down the mosquitoes(蚊子).〞Unfortunately they also kept thebuyers away. when we had asked a person to sell the house for us he had refused toshow it because of the bats. Bats are popular, ;Patrick comforted me. They’re ecological(生态学的).;Isn’t there a machine you can buythat produces high-frequency sounds to keep bats away?〞 I don’t know,〞saidPatrick. But I like bats, and whoever buys this house will probably like themtoo.; 〝Probably?〞 I hated that word. How many bats are there ,anyway?;I countedabout 90 last night,; said Patrick. They were dropping out from under the edge of the roof.; You mean there are more-outside?; They’re everywhere, Dad. But look at it this way. When the cold weather comes, they’llbe off to Me_ico. Maybe in the spring we can keep them out. Don’t worryaboutit,〞 he said for the hundredth time. It’s not a problem.;The bat e_pert I called was evenmore active than Patrick. I think you’ve got a large number there,〞 he said inwonder, I’ve been trying to attract bats to our house for 25 years A singlebat eats up his weight in mosquitoes and black flies three times every night.You’re a very lucky man.〞 I offered to share my luck with him. He could takethem away. Bats have a remarkable homing instinct(本能),;he said. They’d flystraight back even if I transported them 100 miles. Once they have settled, youcan’t stop them from coming back.; I was silent.Finally we managed to rent 〝(出租)the house to a young family, who were also interested in buying it. What about the bats?; I said to Patrick.Oh, they love the bats,〞 he said.No mosquitoes. No black flies. It’s one of the things that attracted them.; Do you think they will really buy the house? ;Probably.; Probably? Well,if they do ,I suppose I’ll have to admit that I was wrong. ;You mean you’re going to eat your words?;Yes, I am.;8. What was the problem the authorhad with his house?A. Bats were living in the barnand wouldn’t go away.B. The author and his son couldn’tsleep well because of the bats.C. The author and his son might beable to stay for the season.D. The house was still badly inneed of repair.9. What did Patrick suggest theauthor should do to stop the bats living in the barn?A. He should buy a high-frequencymachine.B. He should move them one hundredmiles away.C. He should reduce the number ofmosquitoes.D. He should close the barn in the spring.10. Why did the author fall silentwhen he talked with the bat specialist?A. He felt sure about thesituation.B. He found out that it would be impossible to remove the bats.C. He learned that he would beable to share his luck with the e_pert.D. He liked the advice given bythe e_pert.11. What happened regarding thehouse in the end?A. Some people agreed to rent the house.B. The author failed to findanybody who wanted to live in the house.C. The bat e_pert made thedecision to buy the house.D. The bats left the house forMe_ico in the spring.12. Why did the author think hemight have to 〝eat his words〞?A. He felt sorry for the bats.B. He might be mistaken aboutbeing unable to sell the house.C. He realized he might be wrongabout the bats’ actions.D. He was happy about selling thehouse.DWe can offer you a place at one of the bestuniversities in Britain. We’ll provide you with a choice of 150 first class courses developed especially to enable you to study in your own time, backed bythe Open University’s own special study method-OU supported open learning. We’ll give you the support of a personalteacher, and the chance to meet your fellow students. You can take one-off courses, diplomas (毕业证), a degree or a postgraduate degree(文凭). 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Thisis an advertisement of ___________.A. inquiring (调查) English learningB.setting Open UniversityC. selling booksD. attracting students14. As astudent of the Open University, you don’t need to ________.A. buy any course materialsB.have lessons all the time at the universityC. choose which course to learnD.pay any money for your study15. TheOpen University can supply you with _________.A. a course for training youEnglish B.a classroom and a library for studyC. different kinds of freeinstructions D.different jobs to choose from16. Wecan learn from the te_t that ________.A. OUcourses are popular in BritainB. moneyfor learning must be paid off at one timeC. wecan’t telephone the university during the nightD. people can’t be employedwithout finishing OU coursesETa_es, Ta_es and More Ta_esAmericans often say that there are only twothings a person can be sure of in life; death and ta_es. Americans do not havea corner on the 〝death〞 market, but many people feel that the United Statesleads the world with the worst ta_es.Ta_es consist of the money which people payto support their government. There are generally three levels of government inthe United States: federal (联邦), state, and city; therefore,there are three types of ta_es.Salaried people who earn more than a fewthousand dollars must pay a certain percentage of their salaries to the federalgovernment. The percentage varies (变化不同) form person to person. It dependson their salaries. The federal government has a graduated income ta_, that is,the percentage of the ta_ (14 to 70 percent) increases as a person’s income increases. With the high cost of ta_es people are not very happy on April 15,when the federal ta_es are due.The second ta_ is for the state government:New York, California, North Dakota, or any of the other forty-seven states. Some states have an income ta_ similar to that of the federal government. Ofcourse, the percentage for the state ta_ is lower. Other states have a sales ta_, which is a percentage charged to any item(项目) which you buy in that state. Fore_ample, a person might want to buy a packet of cigarettes for twenty -five cents. If there is a sales ta_ of eight percent in that state, then thecost ofthe cigarettes is twenty -seven cents. This figure includes the sales ta_. Somestates use income ta_ in addition to sales ta_ to raise their revenues (收入) . The state ta_ laws are diverse(多样)and confusing (混淆).The third ta_ is for the city. This ta_ comesin two forms: property ta_ (people who own a home have to pay ta_es on it) ande_cise (国产) ta_, which is charged on cars in a city.The cities use these funds (资金) for education, police and fire departments, public works and municipal (市政内) buildings.Since Americans pay such high ta_es, theyoften feel that they are working one day each week just to pay their ta_es. People always complain about ta_es. They often protest that the government usestheir ta_ dollars in the wrong way. They say that it spends too much on uselessand impractical programs. Although Americans have different views on many issues (问题) , they tend to agree on one subject: ta_esare too high.17. Howdo you understand the sentence 〝Americans do not have a corner on the ‘death’market〞?A. Itmeans that Americans, just like all other people, must die.B. Itmeans that Americans do not have a secret place to keep from death in their life.C. Itmeans that Americans are not good at doing business in the death market.D. Itmeans that there is no such place as a death market in the U. S.18. Whyshould the American people usually pay three types of ta_es?A. Thereare three levels of government -federal, state and city -to support the UnitedStates.B. Thereare three kinds of ta_es to pay, They are graduated income ta_, sales ta_ andproperty ta_.C. Theyearn different salaries: high, middle, and lowD. Ta_laws in different states are different.19. Whatdoes the title 〝Ta_es, Ta_es, and More Ta_es〞 imply?A. Americansare not satisfied with the three types of ta_es.B. Thethree levels of government do not use the ta_es in a right way.C. Americanscomplain that ta_es are too high.D. Americans’ta_es are diverse and confusing.Answers: 1_5 DBCBD 6_10C AADB 11_15 ABDBC16_19 AAAA。