广东省汕头市潮南实验学校2020┄2021学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
2020-2021学年汕头市潮南实验学校高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案
2020-2021学年汕头市潮南实验学校高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ASwimming Holes in AmericaIn America, these secret swimming holes are hidden and hard to reach but well worth the adventure.Cummins FallsLooking for the best place to escape the summer heat in the heartland of America? For more than 100 years, Cummins Falls, a scenic,75-foot waterfall located in Jackson County, TN, has been a treasure for Tennessee natives. But now, the secret is out! Although it’s a bit tough to get to, once in the park, the mountains and river provide unmatched beauty on your way to taking a swim in Tennessee's eighth-largest waterfall.Sliding RockA popular place to cool off during those hot North Carolina summers, Sliding Rock waterfall is located in the Pisgah National Forest in Transylvania County. A flattened rock about 60 feet lies in a nearly 7-foot-deep pool at the bottom, making this natural waterslide a great place to visit with people of all ages.Mooney FallsIt is the tallest water feature in the Grand Canyon, rising 190 feet above the surface. Named after an explorer in the 1800s, Mooney Falls is accessible only by crawling（爬）through 2 underground passages and then climbing down a sheer cliff（峭壁）face with just a couple of chains to hold on to. Although it is tough to get to, the view and the cool alone make it worth the trip.Lihue EstateA private swimming hole at the old Lihue Sugar Farm on Kauai, HI, was changed into an inner-tube water ride by Kauai Backcountry Adventures in 2003 and opened to adults. The waters for this 2.5-mile journey, which come from near the top of Mount Waialeale—one of the wettest spots in the world—are channeled through ditches（沟渠）that were hand-dug by farm workers over a century ago.1. Which hole may be the favourable destination for families?A. Lihue Estate.B. Sliding Rock.C. Mooney Falls.D. Cummins Falls.2. What can we learn about Mooney Falls from the text?A. It wasfound by an explorer.B. It was hand-dug in the 1800s.C. It is dangerous to arrive there.D. It is the tallest fall in the world.3. What is special about Lihue Estate?A. It is man-made.B. It is a private area.C. Its water is from underground.D. It lies on the top of Mount WaialealeBAs we all know, there are plenty of different parks to visit in theUK. All theme parks inBritainhave cafes, restaurants, picnic areas and gift shops, so you'll still have plenty to see and do when you and the kids have been on enough rides. There are usually smaller “funfair“ rides and games as well, so younger children won't get bored. Several theme parks also have other attractions next to them, e. g. water parks often open all year round, unlike the theme parks.Whenever you are inBritain, there's likely to be a theme park within one or two hours,drive, bus ride or train journey. Several theme parks even have accommodation(膳宿)so you can stay for a day or two if you want to make a trip into a short holiday.Prices forUKtheme parks vary considerably; some have an entrance price which allows you to go on all the rides, while in others you have to pay for every ride individually. It can also make a difference whether you go during peak time or not. For example, tickets always cost more during school holidays and weekends than they do during the weekdays.Theme parks always get very busy during the summer months, so if you don't like crowds ifs usually a good idea to go earlier or later in the year!If you're thinking of visiting aUKtheme park, it's worth having a look for special offers on tickets. Products such as chocolate bars and cereals sometimes have " buy one get one free" offers on theme park tickets, so keep a look out in shops and supermarkets.4. This passage mainly talks about all the following EXCEPT.______.A. things to doB. prices for theme parksC. rules to obeyD. special offers5. If you go to the theme park during the weekdays, you'll probably.______.A. have to spend moreB. save some moneyC. win a big prizeD. get something free6. According to the passage, what should you do if you are tired of crowds in the theme park?A. Avoid the busiest months.B. Go earlier or later in the daytime.C. Choose one with few visitors.D. Go there when no one is in it.7. The best title for the text would be ______.A. What to Do in the Theme ParkB. Theme Parks in theUKC. Visiting the Theme ParkD. Introduction to Famous Theme ParksCThe American poet Louise Gluck, author of 12 collections of poetry, has been awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Literature. Born inNew Yorkin 1943, Gluck published her first volume of poetry, “Firstborn”, in 1968, quickly gaining her reputation as a poet. In the decades since, she has become one of the country's most celebrated literary figures. Her work uses the power of myth to deal with some of our darkest human concerns. Her straightforward language always gets at the heart of deep-seated anxieties: loneliness, rejection, death ...Stephanie Burt,an English professor atHarvardUniversity, said, “She's someone who's been able to make emotion states vivid on the page... Few poets have tried as hard as she has not to repeat herself. And her strongest books are really different from one another”. “She offers poetry lovers a lot of inspiration, but she's also on a lot of bookshelves," said Chiasson, a poet, who added she is a generous reader of her fellow writers’work.At Yale, where Gluck is a professor of English, she served for years as judge of the Yale Series of Younger Poets Prize and worked closely with poets she chose for the prize and those she did not, helping them shape their work. “In that very practical way she's had an enormous influence on a great many figures,” said Langdon Hammer, a professor of English at Yale. “She's someone who has been a 'guiding spirit’ for generations of students, writers, and readers.”Gluck described teaching and writing as symbiotic. “I teach not out of selflessness or generosity: I do it because it feeds me,” she said. “It feeds them, too, so it's a happy relationship. I'm sure not all my students feel that way, but some do. I never feel that it takes me from my work: I think it gives me my work.”8. Which of the following topics might Gluck tend to explore in her work?A. Victory.B. Divorce.C. Romance.D. Achievement.9. What quality does Gluck have according to the passage?A. Humorous and intelligent.B. Ambitious and helpful.C. Considerate and optimistic.D. Inspiring and creative.10. What does teaching mean to Gluck?A. A source of wealth.B. A barrier to writing.C. A fountain of creation.D. A stepping stone to fame.11. What is the best title for the text?A. A Guiding SpiritB. A Successful PioneerC. An Adventurous CreatorD. A Hardworking WriterDPreparations for the Tokyo Olympics have suffered another challenge after a survey found that 60% of people in Japan want them to be cancelled,less than three months before the Games are scheduled to open.Japan has extended a state of emergency in Tokyo and several other regions until the end of May as it struggles to control a fast increase in COVID-19 cases caused by new, more catching variants（变异体）with medical staff warning that health services in some areas are on the edge of breaking down.The Olympics, which were delayed by a year due to the pandemic, are set to open on 23 July, with the International Olympic Committee（IOC）and organizers insisting that measures will be put in place to ensure the safety of athletes and other visitors, as well as a nervous Japanese public.The survey, conducted between 7 and 9 May by the conservative Yomiuri Shimbun, showed 60% wanted the Games cancelled as opposed to 39% who said they should be held. “Postponement” — an option abandoned by the IOC — was not offered as a choice.Of those who said the Olympics should go ahead, 23% said they should take place without audience. Foreign audience have been banned but a final decision on native attendance will be made in June.Another poll conducted at the weekend by TBS News found 65% wanted the Games cancelled or postponed again, with 37% voting to give up the event altogether and 28% calling for another delay. A similar poll in April conducted by Kyodo news agency found 70% wanted the Olympics cancelled or postponed.The IOC's vice president, John Coates, said that while Japanese sentiment about the Games “was a concern”, he could foresee no situation under which the sporting events would not go ahead.12. How many Japanese wish the Olympics would not be held in Tokyo according to the survey?A. 60%.B. 28%.C. 37%.D. 70%.13. What should be put into consideration if the Olympics open?A. The economic crisis.B. The urban transport.C. The safety of athletes.D. The health condition of citizens.14. What is some people's attitude towards foreign spectators in Paragraph 5?A. Welcome.B. Unfriendly.C. Cold.D. Unsupported.15. What can we conclude from John Coates'words?A. The Olympics will be stopped this year.B. The Olympics will be put off.C. The Olympics will be held normally.D. The Olympics will take place in other place.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
广东省汕头市潮南实验学校2020┄2021届高三上学期期中考试英语试题
第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题：每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
ASuddenly another thought went through Kate’s mind like an electric shock. An express train was due to go past about thirty minutes later. If it were not stopped, that long train, full of passengers, would fall into the stream. “Someone must go to the station and warn the station-master,” Kate thought. But who was to go？ She would have to go herself. There was no one else.In wind and rain she started on her difficult way. Soon she was at the bridge that crossed the Des Moines River, a bridge also built of wood, just like the bridge across Honey Creek. The storm had not washed this away, but there was no footpath across it. She would have to cross it by stepping from sleeper （枕木） to sleeper. With great care she began the dangerous crossing, sometimes on her hands and knees, hardly daring to look down between the sleepers into the wild flood waters below. If she should slip, she would fall between the sleepers, into the rapidly flowing stream.At last - she never knew how long it had taken her - she felt solid ground under her feet. But there was no time to rest. She still had to run more than half a mile and had only a few minutes left. Unless she reached the station before the express did, many, many lives would be lost.She did reach the station just as the train came into sight. Fortunately the station-master was standing outside. “The bridge is down! Stop the train! Oh, please stop it!” Kate shouted breathlessly.The station-master went pale. He rushed into the station building and came back with a signal light. He waved the red light as the train came into the station. It was not a second too early.1. What did Kate decide to do？A. Stop the express train.B. Check the signal light.C. Meet the passengers.D. Visit the station-master.2. Which of the following words best describes Kate’s journey？A. Fruitless.B. Boring.C. Well-planned.D. Risky.3. Why did the station-master turn pale？A. He suddenly fell ill.B. He realized the danger.C. He discovered his mistake.D. He became over-excited.BThe Crowne Plaza Hotel in Copenhagen is offering a free meal to any guest who is able to produce electricity for the hotel on an exercise bike linked to a generator （发电机）. The idea is to get people fit and reduce their carbon footprint. Guests will have to produce at least 10 watt hours of electricity—roughly 15 minutes of cycling for someone of average fitness. Guests staying at Plaza Hotel will be given meal tickets worth $36 once they have produced 10 watthours of electricity. The bicycles will have smart phones attached to the handlebars measuring how much power is being generated for the hotel.The plan, a world-first, will start on 19 April and run for a year. Only guests staying at the hotel will be able to take part. Frederikke Toemmergaard, hotel spokeswoman, said, “Many of our visitors are business people who enjoy going to the gym. There might be people who will cycle just to get a free meal, but generally I don’t think people will take advantage of our programme.”Copenhagen has a long-standing cycling tradition and 36% of locals cycle to work each day, one of the highest percentages in the world, according to the website visitcopenhagen.dk. US environmental website recently voted Copenhagen the world’s best city for cyclists. “Because Copenhagen is strongly connected with cycling, we felt the bicycle would work well as a symbol of the hotel’s green profile （形象）."If successful, the electric bicycle meal programme will be spread to all Crowne Plaza hotels in the UK, the hotel said in a statement.4. What is the main purpose of the free meal programme？A. To promote the hotel’s green concept.B. To make the city known to the world.C. To attract people to the hotel restaurant.D. To get guests to stay longer at the hotel.5. How can a participant get a free meal？A. By becoming a professional cyclist.B. By cycling to produce some electricity.C. By linking a smart phone to a bicycle.D. By monitoring his or her carbon footprint.6. Who are most likely to enter for the programme？A. The poor local people.B. The environment activists.C. Health-conscious hotel guests.D. Visitors fond of Copenhagen food.7. According to paragraph 3, Copenhagen has one of the world’s .A. best chain hotelsB. greenest natural environmentsC. longest bike pathsD. highest rates of people cycling to workCDeep in the wilderness of northern Kenya, two boys found a pair of crying cheetah cubs （猎豹幼崽）. The cubs' mother had been killed by a lion. The cheetahs were only a few weeks old. In the wild, about 9 out of 10 cheetah cubs die before they are three months old. They are food for lions. But these cubs were so lucky that they were saved by their "heroes", who brought them to Jane and Ian Craig. The Craigs help save endangered animals at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.The Craigs nursed the cheetah cubs back to health — feeding them with bottles, sleeping with them, and comforting them. They named the cubs Sambu and Toki. But what would become of these cubs？ How would they survive on their own？ In the wild, cubs stay with their mothers until they are almost 2 years old. During that time, cheetah mothers teach their young how to hunt and how to protect themselves. The Craigs wouldn't be able to find a cheetah mother to teach the cubs. So they turned to a man named Simon King.King has spent more than twenty years studying cheetahs. He gave them a nod of approval when hearing about this, though taking care of two baby cubs would take a huge amount oftime. For two years, he would need to have them at his side most of the time. But he felt there was no other choice. And so, when the brothers were one month old, King became their father. The brothers followed King everywhere. If they saw large dangerous and fierce mammals, King would growl at the cubs the way a mother cheetah would have, which was a signal for the cubs to stay away. They learned quickly. King taught the cheetahs to hunt using a toy rabbit as King pulled it around on a rope. With more lessons and training, the brothers began to hunt on their own. King is one proud father now.8. What do we know about the two cheetah cubs？A.They like the Craigs very much.B. Their lives were in danger in the wild.C. Their mother was killed by humans.D. They were not afraid of lions.9. What worried the Craigs？A. There was no cheetah mother to teach the cubs.B. The cubs were dangerous.C. They had no time to take care of the cubs.D. There was no living place for the cubs.10. The cheetah brothers learnt hunting skills from ________.A. Simon KingB. the boysC. the CraigsD. their mother11. In which part of a magazine would we expect to find this text？A. HistoryB. ScienceC. News reportD. NatureDAdults are happy to tell their children that crusts （面包皮） will give them curly hair, carrots will help them see in the dark, and spinach will make them strong. Even though adults know it's not totally true, they think it's good for their children's health, a study had found.In a study about 31 per cent of adults said they once told their children the curly hair tale, and 36 per cent said they'd been told the same thing by their mother or father. Among the over-50s, almost half said they'd been promised curly hair if they ate their crusts. A quarter of the 2,000 adults questioned in the study told their children carrots would help them see in the dark. This could be true to some extent because of the high levels of vitamin A and beta-carotene in root vegetables.Another favorite among parents is that milk will make one strong. A third surveyed said their parents told them this, and about 29 per cent said they told their children the same thing. But while there is plenty of evidence to suggest milk is good for people's health, there are also a lot of scientific papers saying it isn't.Thanks to Popeye, spinach is also fed to children, along with the idea that it will make them strong. While there is also some truth in this one, scientists now believe it is not the iron, but the inorganic nitrates （无机硝酸盐） that improve physical power.One in seven of the surveyed admitted telling their little ones that runner beans will make them run faster, which is nothing more than wordplay and has no basis in science. Almost one in five adults were subjected to the same tale in childhood.Just over one in 10 parents told their children green food would turn them into a superhero, and a quarter admitted hiding vegetables in meals.Lyndsay Jones, spokesman for Persil Washing Up Liquid, said, "It's clear that the most persuasive stories about food are passed on from generation to generation. Our research shows that the ideas continue, and we tell our kids the same things our parents told us, even if they're not always entirely true."Crusts may not make your hair curly, but there's plenty of research that says crusts contain more of the goodness than the rest of a loaf. Hopefully, as a result of our Cook with Kids promise, more parents will be encouraged to spend time with their children in the kitchen and teach them the truth about food.12. We can know from Paragraph 3 that ________.A. a third people are forced to drink milk by their parentsB. milk is beneficial to children's physical strengthC. there is doubt whether milk is helpful to people's healthD. about 29 percent people wish their children good health13. Which of the following does Lyndsay Jones agree？A. Adults are willing to teach their children as their parents did.B. Most persuasive stories about food are false.C. Stories about food shouldn't be passed on from generation to generation.D. Parents can't make sure if some stories about food are totally true.14. We can learn from the passage that ________.A. scientists think the iron in spinach helps children grow strongB. parents are expected to tell children the truth about foodC. runner beans can really make children run fastD. crusts are said to contain less nutrition than a loaf15. How is the passage mainly developed？A. By following time orderB. By making comparisons.C. By giving examples.D. By analyzing causes.第二节（共5小题;每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
2020-2021学年高二上学期英语期中考试卷含答案
2020-2021学年⾼⼆上学期英语期中考试卷含答案I 语⾔知识及应⽤(共两节，总分值45分)第⼀节完形填空(共15⼩题；每题2分，总分值30分)阅读下⾯短⽂，掌握其⼤意，然后从1～15各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最正确选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂⿊。
There was once a great war between two countries. The war had been going on for some time and the soldiers were starting to feel 16 the long battle.On a hot afternoon, a man was 17 past a small group of soldiers digging a huge pit (坑). The group leader was shouting orders and threatening 18 if the work was not completed within the hour. The man riding the horse 19 and asked，〝Sir, why are you only shouting orders? Why cannot you help them yourself?〞The group leader looked at him and replied, 〝What do you ? I’m the leader. The men do as I 20 them to.〞He then added,〝If you feel so strongly about helping them, you are 21 to do so yourself!〞The man got down and started walking up to the soldiers at work. He took up the 22 and worked with them till the job was 23! Before leaving, the man congratulated the soldiers on their work, and 24 thegroup leader. He said, 〝Next time your 25 prevents you from supporting your people, you should inform your 26 authorities, and I will provide a more permanent solution.〞The group leader was now completely surprised. Only now he looked 27 at the man and realized the man was the army general!The army general exhibited some of the key 28 that are important for a true leader. There are 29 people who are ready to really help get the work done. They 30 the status of the leader but not the state of the leader.16. A. astonished at B. tired of C. frightened of D. embarrassed at17. A. walking B. riding C. driving D. running18. A. illness B. battle C. punishment D. death19. A. stopped B. waited C. stayed D. doubted20. A. remind B. tell C. beg D. invite21. A. sure B. lucky C. ready D. welcome22. A. tools B. guns C. clothes D. bricks23. A. improved B. lost C. finished D. allowed24. A. interviewed B. answered C. testedD. approached25. A. people B. order C. leader D. status26. A. richer B. higher C. cleverer D. smaller27. A. frequently B. closely C. seriously D. firmly28. A. problems B. courses C. qualities D. speeds29. A. few B. some C. most D. many30. A. achieve B. call C. prepare D. collect第⼆节语法填空(共10⼩题；每题1.5分，总分值15分)阅读下⾯短⽂，按照句⼦结构的语法性和上下⽂连贯的要求，在空格处填⼊⼀个适当的词或使⽤括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为16～25的相应位置上。
广东省汕头市潮南实验学校2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题 Word版含答案
潮南试验学校高中部2021-2022学年度上学期期中考试高二英语试题第I卷其次部分阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A.B.C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AOPENINGS AND PREVIEWSAntlia PneumaticaIn a new play by Anne Washburn, directed by Ken Rus Schmoll, a group of estranged friends gather at a Texas farm house to bury one of their peers. (Peter Jay Sharp, 416 W. 42nd St. 212-279-4200. In previews.)Bright StarSteve Martin and Edie Brickell wrote this bluegrass-and-Americana musical, in which a magazine editor meets a soldier returning from the Second World War. Walter Bobbie directs. (Cort, 138 W. 48th St. 212-239-6200. In previews.)The CrucibleIvo van Hove directs Arthur Miller’s classic dram a about the Salem witch trials, starring Saoirse Ronan, Ben Whishaw, Ciaran Hinds, and Sophie Okonedo. (Walter Kerr, 219 W. 48th St. 212-239-6200. In previews.)Dry PowderJohn Krasinski, Claire Danes, and Hank Azaria star in Sarah Burgess’s play, in which an executive at a private-equity firm (私人股本公司) tries to rebound from a P.R. disaster. Thomas Kail directs. (Public, 425 Lafayette St. 212-967-7555. In previews. Opens Nov. 28, 2021)The FatherFrank Langella stars in a play by the French writer Florian Zeller, translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Doug Hughes for Manhattan Theatre Club, about an eighty-year-old man who is losing his grip on his own life story. (Samuel J. Friedman, 261 W. 47th St. 212-239-6200. Previews begin Nov. 28, 2021)1. If you’re interested in American music, where can you get entertained?A. Peter Jay Sharp, 416 W. 42nd St.B. Cort, 138 W. 48th St.C. Walter Kerr, 219 W. 48th St.D. Public, 425 Lafayette St.2. If you want to preview a play now, which of the following is not available?A. Bright StarB. The CrucibleC. Dry PowderD. The Father3. The author’s purpose of writing the passage is to .A. informB. entertainC. persuadeD. describeBFor centuries, mankind and dogs have suffered from a communication failure. We can tell dogs what we want them to do and sometimes they comply, but we’ve always struggled when it comes to understanding the true meaning of their barks and whimpers. There is exciting news now – a dog translator has been invented to help you communicate with your furry friend.Researchers at North Carolina State University have fashioned some kind of miracle dog translator body harness(束腰带). What’s special about it is that it doesn't just rely on the dog’s vocalizations to interpret(口译) what Fido is banging on about.Oh no –this miracle harness reads and interprets the ordinary dogs’ body language as well, giving us a full two-way dog communication experience.Researcher David Roberts says: "Dogs communicate primarily through body language, and one of our challenges was to develop sensors that tell us about their behavior by observing their posture remotely."Sensors on the harness monitor the dog’s heart rate and body temperature and software bu ilds up a vocabulary, letting the human know what the dog is feeling.What would dogs say if they could talk to us? The human can even communicate back through the harness thanks to vibration motors, supposedly by tapping into the dog’s senses so that it can understand what you’re trying to say to it.The dog harness is designed for dogs involved in search and rescue and other front-line work, but it's got us dreaming of a beautiful future, one where humans and dogs can co-exist as equals, with the dog able to fully express itself at all times.4. Why can’t people communicate with dogs?A. They have difficulty understanding dogs’ barks and whimpers.B. They have no idea about dogs’ behavior in relation to their posture.C. They don’t know how to tell dogs what they want them to do.D. They don’t have a machine to translate the dogs’ language.5. What does the underlined word most probably mean in paragraph two?A. Pursue fashion.B. Research.C. Influence.D. Make.6. For what purpose is the dog harness designed?A. It is designed for dogs to understand what people are trying to say to them.B. It is designed for a full two-way dog communication experience.C. It is designed to monitor the dog’s heart rate and b ody temperature.D. It is designed for dogs doing search and rescue and other front-line work.7. What is the author’s attitude towards the possible human-dog communication?A. Shocked.B. Excited.C. Embarrassed.D. Annoyed.CWhat is the most common cause for people in the UK to ask for leave due to illness? The answer is not the common cold or flu, but back pain. Back pain affects one in three British adults, costs the country over 5 billion pounds every year and is very diff icult to treat. But now Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) will be offering a new solution: acupuncture(针灸). The ancient Chinese needle treatment has been around in the UK for many years, but this is the first time it has been officially approved by the NHS.Traditionally, doctors in the UK have advised back pain sufferers to stay active, do stretching exercises and take painkillers when necessary. In more serious cases some people are given X-ray treatment or injections with medicines. However, there is evidence that acupuncture may be more effective than expensive X-rays or injections, so patients who have been suffering for over six weeks should be given a choice. As an alternative to acupuncture, patients will be able to choose either a course of spinal manipulation (脊柱推拿), or a series of special exercise sessions. In the UK, acupuncture is regarded as an aiding treatment, which means medical procedure hasn’t experienced serious experiments by which scientists prove some treatments work. While many experts have welcomed the policy to make acupuncture available on the NHS, some are still skeptical(怀疑的) about its effectiveness.Research from the US earlier this month found that similar acupuncture using toothpicks (牙签) which do not stick into the skin could be as good as using real needles. So while some are yet to be convinced, back pain sufferers will be hoping that acupuncture helps get them feeling healthy again.8. According to the passage, which is the best way to treat back pain?A. To stay active.B. To be acupunctured.C. To do stretching exercises.D. To take X-ray treatment or injections.9. Why are some people still doubtful about the effectiveness of acupuncture?A. Because they have other choices.B. Because acupuncture is just an aiding treatment.C. Because using toothpicks is as good as using real needles.D. Because acupuncture hasn’t been tested by scientists strictly.10. What does the author want to prove in the last paragraph?A. Acupuncture can be an effective treatment for back pain.B. Toothpicks as a useful tool for acupuncture is widely accepted by people in the UK.C. Needles are no better than toothpicks.D. Toothpicks will take place of needles in the future.11. What does the passage mainly talk about?A. The magic needles.B. Acupuncture in the UK.C. The ways to treat back pain.D. The reasons for people to ask for leave.DResearchers at the University of Kansas say that people can accurately judge 90 percent of a stranger's personality simply by looking at the person's shoes. "Shoes convey a thin but useful slice of information about their wearers," the authors wrote in the new study published in the Journal of Research in Personality. "Shoes serve a practical purpose, and also serve as nonverbal clues with symbolic messages. People tend to pay attention to the shoes they and others wear."Medical Daily notes that the number of detailed personality traits (特质) detected（发觉） inthe study include a person's general age, income, political tendency, and other personality traits, including someone's emotional stability. Lead researcher Omri Gillath said the judgments were based on the style, cost, color and condition of someone's shoes. In the study, 63 University of Kansas students looked at pictures showing 208 different pairs of shoes worn by the study's participants. Participants in the study were photographed in their most commonly worn shoes, and then filled out a personality questionnaire.So, what do your shoes say about your personality? Some of the results were expected: People with higher incomes most commonly wore expensive shoes, and flashier footwear was typically worn by outgoing people. However, some of the more specific results are interesting. For example, “practical and functional” shoes were generally worn by more “friendly” people, while ankle boots were more closely connected with “aggressive” personalities. The strangest of all may be that th ose who wore “uncomfortable looking” shoes tend to have “calm” personalities.And if you have several pairs of new shoes or take exceptional care of them, you may suffer from “attachment anxiety,” spending too much time worrying about what other s think of your appearance. There was even a political calculation in the mix with wearing “shabbier and less expensive” shoes. The researchers noted that some people will choose shoe styles to mask their actual personality traits, but researchers pointed out that volunteers were also likely to be unaware that their footwear choices were revealing deep insights into their personalities.12. By looking at a person’s shoes, it’s possible for people to___________.A. know the wearer thoroughlyB. estimate the wearer’s characterC. have exact cl ues about the wearer’s social statusD. judge the wearer’s educational background13. Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?A. In the study, people’s personality traits were detected.B. In the study, participants wore 208 different shoes.C. In the study, 63 students were asked to fill out questionnaire about personality.D. In the study, judgments were made according to various characteristics of people’s shoes.14. Taking exceptional care of new shoes shows that ____________.A. the owners care much about others’ opinions on their appearanceB. the owners are in a relaxed stateC. the owners are particular about their appearanceD. the owners have too many shoes to choose from15. What is the best title of the passage?A. How To Choose Suitable ShoesB. How To Judge People’s Personality TraitsC. People Are What They WearD. Shoes Reflect People’s Personalities其次节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）依据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年广东省汕头市某中学高二上学期12月第二次阶段考试英语试题
2020-2021学年度第一学期第二次阶段考考试高二级英语科试卷(满分120分，考试时间120分钟)第I卷第一部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共11小题；每小题2.5分，满分27.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
APOETRY CHALLENGEWrite a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.Prizes3 Grand Prizes: Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner’s choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.6 First Prizes: The book Sky Pioneer: A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.50 Honorable Mentions: Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart's final flight.RulesFollow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.■Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number oflines.■ Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.■ On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.■ Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.1. How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Six.2. What will each of the honorable mention winners get?A. A plane ticket.B. A book by Corinne Szabo.C. A special T-shirt.D. A photo of Amelia Earhart.3. Which of the following will result in disqualification?A. Typing your poem out.B. Writing a poem of 120 words.C. Using both sides of the paper.D. Mailing your entry on October 30.Jennifer Mauer has needed more willpower than the typical college student to pursue her goal of earning a nursing degree. That willpower bore fruit when Jennifer graduated from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and became the first in her large family to earn a bachelor’s degree.Mauer, of Edgar, Wisconsin, grew up on a farm in a family of 10 children. Her dad worked at a job away from the farm, and her mother ran the farm with the kids. After high school, Jennifer attended a local technical college, working to pay her tuition (学费), because there was no extra money set aside for a college education. After graduation, she worked to help her sisters and brothers pay for their schooling.Jennifer now is married and has three children of her own. She decided to go back to college to advance her career and to be able to better support her family while doing something she loves: nursing. She chose the UW-Eau Claire program at Ministry Saint Joseph Hospital in Marshfield because she was able to pursue her four-year degree close to home. She could drive to class and be home in the evening to help with her kids. Jennifer received great support from her family as she worked to earn her degree: Her husband worked two jobs to cover the bills, and her 68-year-old mother helped take care of the children at times.Through it all, she remained in good academic standing and graduated with honors. Jennifer sacrificed (牺牲）to achieve her goal, giving up many nights with her kids and missing important events to study. “Some nights my heart was breaking to have to pick between my kids and studying for exams or papers," she says. However, her children have learned an important lesson witnessing their mother earn her degree. Jennifer is a first-generation graduate and an inspiration to her family - and that’s pretty powerful.4. What did Jennifer do after high school?A. She helped her dad with his work.B. She ran the family farm on her own.C. She supported herself through college.D. She taught her sisters and brothers at home.5. Why did Jennifer choose the program at Ministry Saint Joseph's Hospital inMarshfield?A. To take care of her kids easily.B. To learn from the best nurses.C. To save money for her parents.D. To find a well-paid job there.6. What did Jennifer sacrifice to achieve her goal?A. Her health.B. Her time with family.C. Her reputation.D. Her chance of promotion.7. What can we learn from Jennifer’s story?A. Time is money.B. Love breaks down barriers.C. Hard work pays off.D. Education is the key to success.According to a recent study in the Journal of Consumer Research, both the size and consumption habits of our eating companions can influence our food intake. And contrary to existing research that says you should avoid eating with heavier people who order large portions(份), it's the beanpoles with big appetites you really need to avoid.To test the effect of social influence on eating habits, the researchers conducted two experiments. In the first, 95 undergraduate women were individually invited into a lab to ostensibly(表面上)participate in a study about movie viewership. Before the film began, each woman was asked to help herself to a snack. An actor hired by the researchers grabbed her food first. In her natural state, the actor weighed 105 pounds. But in half the cases she wore a specially designed fat suit which increased her weight to 180 pounds.Both the fat and thin versions of the actor took a large amount of food. The participants followed suit, taking more food than they normally would have. However, they took significantly more when the actor was thin.For the second test, in one case the thin actor took two pieces of candy from the snack bowls. In the other case, she took 30 pieces. The results were similar to the first test: the participants followed suit but took significantly more candy when the thin actor took 30 pieces.The tests show that the social environment is extremely influential when we're making decisions. If this fellow participant is going to eat more, so will I. Call it the “I’ll have what she's having” effect. However, we'l l adjust the influence. If an overweight person is having a large portion, I'll hold back a bit because I see the results of his eating habits. But if a thin person eats a lot, I'll follow suit. If he can eat much and keep slim, why can't I?8．What is the recent study mainly about?A．Food safety. B．Movie viewership.C．Consumer demand. D．Eating behavior.9．What does the underlined word “beanpoles”in paragraph 1 refer to?A．Big eaters. B．Overweight persons.C．Picky eaters. D．Tall thin persons.10．Why did the researchers hire the actor?A．To see how she would affect the participants.B．To test if the participants could recognize her.C．To find out what she would do in the two tests.D．To study why she could keep her weight down.11．On what basis do we “adjust the influence”according to the last paragraph?A．How hungry we are. B．How slim we want to be.C．How we perceive others. D．How we feel about the food.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年高二英语上学期期中试题 (VI)
2020-2021学年高二英语上学期期中试题 (VI)注意事项：1.本试卷分第Ⅰ(选择题)卷和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分。
2.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在本试卷相应的位置。
3.全部答案在答题卡上完成，答在本试卷上无效。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1．How much will the man pay for the toys?A．4 dollars. B．10 dollars. C．20 dollars.2．What's the man?A．A doctor. B．A teacher. C．A salesman.3．What does the woman mean?A．She is too busy. B．It is too late. C．It looks like rain. 4．Where did Sam work before he got the new job?A．In an advertising firm. B．In a hospital. C．In a library.5．What time does the train arrive?A．At 10：45. B．At 10：40. C．At 10：15.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面五段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。
广东省汕头市高二英语上册期中达标测试试题及答案
广东省汕头市高二英语上册期中达标测试试题班级：________________ 学号：________________ 姓名：______________一、听力题（每题3分）Question 1:What time does the train to Beijing leave?A. At 8:00 am.B. At 9:30 am.C. At 10:00 am.Answer: A. At 8:00 am.Question 2:Where is the woman planning to go for her vacation?A. The beach.B. The mountains.C. The city.Answer: B. The mountains.Question 3:How many books does the speaker need to borrow from the library?A. Two.B. Three.Answer: C. Four.Question 4:What’s the man’s favorite subject in school?A. Math.B. Science.C. History.Answer: A. Math.Question 5:What is the weather like tomorrow according to the forecast?A. Sunny.B. Rainy.C. Windy.Answer: B. Rainy.This completes the “Listening Comprehension” section with 5 questions and their corresponding answers. Each question is worth 3 points, totaling 15 points for the section.二、单选题（每题3分）1.Question 1:•The teacher advised us to______more books to improve our reading skills.A. readC. readsD. to read•Answer: A2.Question 2:•I______to the cinema with my friends last weekend, but it rained heavily.A. wentB. am goingC. was goingD. have gone•Answer: C3.Question 3:•The book,______by Mo Yan, has been translated into many languages.A. writtenB. writingC. to writeD. write•Answer: A4.Question 4:•It’s important for us students______exercise every day.A. to doB. doingC. doD. did•Answer: A5.Question 5:•If I______you, I would take a walk after dinner.A. amB. wereC. wasD. be•Answer: B三、多选题（每题4分）Question 1:Which of the following best describes the importance of perseverance in achievingsuccess?A. “Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure,loyalty, and persistence.”B. “Chance favors the prepared mind.”C. “Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talentedindividual from the successful one is a lot of hard work.”D. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continuethat counts.”Answer: AQuestion 2:Identify the lite rary device used in the sentence: “The night sky was a canvas painted with a million stars, each twinkling like a distant dream.”A. MetaphorB. SimileC. PersonificationD. HyperboleAnswer: BQuestion 3:Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Renaissance period in Europe?A. Emphasis on humanism and individualismB. Revival of classical learning and artC. Suppression of scientific inquiry and explorationD. Increased trade and economic growthAnswer: CQuestion 4:The verb form that correc tly completes the sentence “She____to the store every Saturday afternoon.” is:A. goesB. goC. wentD. will goAnswer: AQuestion 5:Which of the following is a characteristic of a balanced diet?A. Consuming large amounts of processed foods and sugary drinksB. Eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteinsC. Avoiding all carbohydrates and focusing solely on protein intakeD. Eating only when hungry and ignoring nutritional requirementsAnswer: B四、阅读理解（每题4分）Section IV: Reading ComprehensionPassage 1: The Power of ReadingReading is a powerful tool that opens up new worlds, enriches our minds, and shapes our perspectives. In today’s fast-paced society, where technology often dominates our attention, it’s essential to make time for books. Research has consistently shown that reading regularly can improve cognitive abilities, empathy, and even reduce stresslevels.In the small city of Weihai, Shandong Province, China, a high school senior named LiMing has made reading a daily habit. Despite the pressures of preparing for collegeentrance exams, he finds solace in the pages of novels, biographies, and even scientific journals. “Reading takes me to places I’ve never been,” says Li Ming, “and it helps me understand life better.”Questions:1.What is the main idea of the passage? (4 points)•Answer: The importance and benefits of reading in today’s society, exemplified by a high school student in Weihai, Shandong.2.Why does Li Ming find reading important despite his busy schedule? (4 points)•Answer: Li Ming finds reading important because it takes him to new places and helps him understand life better, providing a mental escape and enrichment amidst his studies.3.What does research indicate about the regular practice of reading? (4 points)•Answer: Research indicates that reading regularly can improve cognitive abilities, empathy, and reduce stress levels.4.Where is Li Ming from, and what year of school is he in? (4 points)•Answer: Li Ming is from Weihai, Shandong Province, China, and he is a high school senior.5.How does Li Ming describe the impact of reading on his life? (4 points)•Answer: Li Ming describes reading as taking him to places he’s never been and helping him understand life better, emphasizing its transformative and enriching effect.This reading comprehension section aims to assess students’ understanding of the main idea, details, and implications of a given text, aligned with the typical structure and content of exams in high school English courses.五、作文（30分）Title: My Vision for the FutureInstructions:Write an essay of about 120-150 words on the topic “My Vision for the Future.” In your essay, describe your aspirations for the future, including personal goals, careeraspirations, and how you envision contributing positively to society. Use specificexamples and details to support your ideas.Example Essay:My Vision for the FutureAs I stand on the threshold of adulthood, my vision for the future is painted with hues of ambition, optimism, and a profound sense of purpose. It’s a canvas where dreams intertwine with reality, outlining a path that I am eager to embark upon.My personal goals revolve around continuous learning and self-improvement.I aspire to become a lifelong learner, embracing every opportunity tobroaden my horizons. From mastering a new language to delving into the depths of scientific research, I envision myself engaged in activities that challenge and enrich me intellectually. I am particularly fascinated by the field of renewable energy, where I dream of contributing innovativesolutions to mitigate climate change.Professionally, I aspire to be an environmental engineer, leveraging technology to create a greener, more sustainable world. I envision designingand implementing eco-friendly systems that reduce our carbon footprint and promote circular economy practices. Whether it’s developing more efficient solar panels or optimizing waste management systems, I am driven by the desire to leave a positive impact on the planet.Beyond my personal and professional aspirations, I am deeply committed to giving back to society. I envision myself actively participating in community service projects, empowering marginalized groups, and advocating for environmental conservation. I believe that true success lies not just in personal achievements but also in the ability to uplift others and make the world a better place.My vision for the future is a harmonious blend of personal fulfillment, professional excellence, and societal responsibility. It’s a journe y that I am eager to embark upon, armed with determination, passion, and a belief that together, we can shape a brighter, more sustainable future for all.。
汕头市高二第一学期期中英语科试卷及其答案
汕头市高二第一学期期中英语科试卷本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，满分 第一卷 选择题部分 （ 满分 80 分） 第一部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分 第一节 单项填空 （ 共 10 小题；每小题 从 A 、 B 、C 、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
1. The students were completely ______by the story he made up because they aretoo young and have no social experience.A ． taken upB ． taken inC ． taken offD ． taken out2. _____________________________________________________________________________ When I was in hospital ，my mother made apromise that she would take me to Qingdao___________________________________I was wellenough to travel ， which _______ myrecovery.A ． shortly; devotes toC ． immediate; linked to3. It is demanded that the manB ． at once; stick to D ． directly; contributed to to blame for the traffic accident A ． referring to notB ． referring to as notC ． referred to not beD ． referred to not being4. _____________________________ — I can't help but feel very about the matter. Linda, my dear, tell methe truth.— Oh ， Mum ， there is nothing between Tom and me.A. enthusiastic B ． sceptical C ．eager5. — Is Professor Smith ____ this afternoon?— Sorry, he might be ____ with work the whole afternoon.A. convenient; busyB. possible; busyC. busy; free6. ____ confidence resulted in his failure in the interview.B. Lack forC. Lacking of7. The president stated that his country would not ______ anybody whoraised a hand against their Allies.A ． tolerateB ． opposeC ．approveD ． accuse8. Only after ______ carrying out the plan, _______ .A. she assisted me on; I was able to complete the taskB. she assisted me in; was I able to complete the taskC. she helped me on; was I able to complete the taskD. did she help me in; I was able to complete the task9. You can say you have made it ___ when you can ______ what you have learned _____ practice.A. yours; apply; toB. yourself; put; to135 分，考试用时 40 分）1 分，满分 10分 ）120 分钟。
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第Ⅰ卷（满分70分）第二部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题 2 分，满分 40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C﹑D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
ASri Lanka is known as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”, and it is easy to see why. This little country never fails to please visitors.ArriveThe national airline is Sri Lankan Airlines, which flies from Colombo to London and a couple of other European cities. The country’s main airport is Colombo Bandaranaike, located 29km north of the capital city.Why now？The best time to visit Sri Lank a’s southern beaches is from November to April. So by going early in the season, you’ll get the best weather. Also in November, Deepavali, known as “Diwali” or the “Festival of Lights”, is Sri Lanka’s main religious festival, celebrated throughout the country.SeeThere is plenty to see in Sri Lanka. The ancient capital cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura are worth seeing, and so are many outstanding ruins. Other must-sees are the rock fortress （要塞） of Sigiriya, towering over the jungle as far as the eye can see, and Dambulla’s cave temple, the country’s largest and best preserved. Both are UNESCO World Heritage （遗产） Sites. Kandy is a picture-like town, which was the last stronghold of the Kandyan Kings. Today it is a cultural relic centre where age-old customs, arts, and crafts remain.DoSri Lanka owns about 1,600km of beautiful palm-shaded beaches as well as warm, pure seas and colourful coral reefs. You can explore the underwater world, and surfing and diving are available too. Away from the shore, wildlife is a big draw for Sri Lanka, and Yala National Park is one of the best places in the word to see wild animals including leopards （豹） and elephants.TasteSri Lanka is celebrated for its excellent food, with a particular emphasis on fresh fruit and vegetables on menus everywhere. Fish and seafood are a big part of the local diet.Did you know？Sri Lanka is known for its tea, but it is also the world’s largest producer and exporter of cinnamon（肉桂）.1. Which of the following is a cultural relic centre of Sri Lanka？A. Kandy.B. Anuradhapura.C. Polonnaruwa.D. Colombo.2. If you want to know something about “Diwali”, you’d better go there in .A. September.B. October.C. November.D. May.3. We learn from the passage that Sri Lanka .A. is in the Pacific OceanB. is famous for its excellent foodC. is the world’s largest producer of teaD. has only flights to LondonBNext autumn when you see wild geese （大雁） heading south for the winter flying in a V formation you might think about what scientists have discovered as to why they fly that way.As each bird flaps （拍打） its wings, it creates an uplift （上升力） for the bird immediately following. By flying in a V formation the whole group adds at least 71% greater flying range （航程） than if each bird flies on its own.People who share a common direction and sense of community can get where they are going more quickly and easily because they are traveling on the push of one another. When a wild goose falls out of the formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance （阻力） of trying to go alone and quickly tries to get back into the formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird in front. When the head goose gets tired, it flies back into the formation and another goose flies to the front. It is wise to take turns doing difficult jobs whether it be people or wild geese flying south.Wild geese honk （发出雁叫声） from behind to inspire those up front to keep up their speed. What can we learn from this？When a wild goose gets sick or wounded by gunshots, and falls out of the formation, two other geese will fall out with that goose and follow it down to lend help and protection. They will stay with the fallen goose until it is able to fly or until it dies, and only then will they go on with their own or with another formation to catch up with their group.4. Wild geese fly in a V formation in order to ________.A. protect themselves from dangerB. fly more quickly and easilyC. help the sick and woundedD. fly much higher in the sky5. If a wild goose falls out of the V formation, _______.A. the other geese will call it backB. the other geese will fly with itC. it will try to get back into the groupD. it will fall behind the whole group6. What can we learn from the fifth paragraph？A. We should try to lead others to move forward.B. We should give people facing difficulties encouragement.C. We should believe in those who offer us help.D. We should care more about the old.7. When a wild goose becomes sick or is wounded, ____.A. it will be left alone and will fall on the groundB. the whole group will stop flyingC. two other geese will stay with it to offer helpD. other geese will honk to give it encouragementCAnimals seem to have the sense to eat when they are hungry and they do not eat more than their bodies need. It has been shown that rats will, when given a choice over a period of time, prefer water with vitamins（维生素） to water without vitamins, even though there is no difference in taste or smell between the two water bottles. When a sweet smell was added to the vitamins-enriched water, the rats did seem to develop a taste for it and kept drinking it, even after the vitamins were changed to the clear water. In time（最后）, however, they broke the habit and went back to where the necessary vitamins were.In experiments, babies of 6 to 12 months old were placed in a room with a wide choice of baby food before them. They were given whatever food they pointed to or appeared interested in. We are told that at first they showed some unusual eating habits, but that over a period of time they managed to choose a well-balanced diet.So in choosing food, rats and babies do seem to know and act on what's best for them. Clearly, there is a kind of “body wisdom”, which humans soon lose. Most of us do not eat as wisely as we could. Many of our food preferences are culturally determined and influenced by old habits. Some people eat foxes, dogs and blackbirds, while we eat cows and pigs. So what people eat and how many they eat seem to be greatly influenced by what is going around them.8. In the experiment on rats, a sweet smell was added to the rats’ drinking water to .A. encourage rats to drink vitamins-enriched waterB. find out rats’ preference in flavor（口味）C. test whether rats know which drink is good for themD. show the vitamins are tasteless9. Talking about eating habits, babies and rats are just like each other because________ .A. both have the wisdom to choose a balanced dietB. both prefer flavored food and drinkC. both have the same eating habitsD. both develop a taste for the same kinds of flavors10. In the experiment mentioned in the second paragraph, babies were_________.A. given many choices of drinksB. given all kinds of baby foodC. placed and fed in a hospitalD. trained to select a balanced diet11. According to the passage, grown-up people’s eating habits differ from those of babies in that _______ .A. they know better than babies what kinds of food are good for their healthB. they usually cannot say no to all kinds of delicious foodsC. their eating habits have much to do with the social and cultural customs （文化习俗）D. they have more choices of food than babies in eating patternsDMany parents watch the news or other shows as children play nearby. But new research shows that even when the television is just background noise，it may be disruptive to a child’s normal development.It’s estimated that 75 percent of very young children in the United States live in homes where the television is on most of the time，even though the kids often aren’t watching it. The University of Massachusetts researchers recently studied how TV background noise might affec t young children. The study looked at 50 1，2and 3yearolds.Each child came to a lab with a parent and was allowed to play for an hour with various toys. For half the time，a television was on in the room，showing the adult game show as well as advertisements. During the other half hour，the TV was turned off.As expected，the children paid little attention to the adult television show，glancing at it for less than a few seconds at a time，and less than once a minute. Even so，the distraction （分心） of the background noise had a significant effect on how children at every age played. When the television was on，the children played with each toy for far shorter periods of time，and focused attention during play was also shorter compared to how they played when the TV was off.Researchers said that even though the children aren’t interested in the show，background TV affects their ability to do various types of play. The finding is important because manywellmeaning parents who wouldn’t let their young children watch te levision may not realize that even adult programs that don’t interest children still can have an effect.“Background TV is potentially a chronic （长期的） environmental risk factor affecting most American children，” said the lead author of the study. “Parents should limit their young children’s exposure （接触）．”12．We know from the passage that________.A．background TV noise has little effect on adultsB．the effect of background TV noise on children is immediateC．most young children in America live in homes exposed to TV noiseD．most parents in America wouldn’t let their children watch TV13．The underlined word “disruptive” in Paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to________. A．harmful B．important C．similar D．related14.In the study，the children________.A．wer e all 3yearolds B．were asked to watch adult TV showsC．played with more than one toy D． played for an hour while the TV was on15．What does the study show？A．Children pay much attention to adult TV shows.B．Children should be allowed to watch TV for kids only.C．The more toys a child has，the shorter time he plays with each one.D．The background TV noise affects children’s ability to focus.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10 分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。