高一下学期考试英语试卷Word版含答案
英语试题第Ⅰ卷第一部分：听力（略）第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分40 分）第一节（共15 小题；每小题2 分，满分30 分）AHilton English Language CenterInformation for New StudentsClass time: 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m.-12:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.The Language Center is open Monday to F r iday. Each class has one afternoon free per week. O n the first day, go to the lecture hall to check your timetable.Self-access (自习): The language laboratory (Room 1110) is open Monday to Friday from 3:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for all full- t ime students.Y ou can learn how to use computers for language games. There are tapes for students to borrow to practice their English. Go in and ask the teacher to show you. If you p l an to take public examinations, there are listening comprehension tapes for you to practice with. There are other kinds of exercises on the computers. Ask your class teacher for a list of past exam essays. Students can borrow tapes to take home but they must be returned after two days.Attendance (出勤): All students are expected to attend classes as it is required. Students who do not attend classes will be reported to OSS. Eighty percent attendance is required for students to receive their certificates (证书) when they finish their courses.Books: If students are given course books, the books are their responsibility. If a book is lost, the student will be expected to pay for it. If students wish to buy books, there is a bookshop in the college specializing in English books (Room 3520).21.Which of the following statements is TRUE?A. No teachers are in the language lab.B. Books can’t be taken out of the center.C. 90% attendance is required for the students.D. Students can prepare for exams by listening to tapes.22.Timetable can be seen in .A. the lecture hallB. Room 3520C. the classroomD. Room 111023.Where can students buy books?A. Room 1110.B. Room 3520.C. The language lab.D. OSS.BWhen we do some t hing, we all have our own plans. Some people are born planners.I can’t claim (宣称) to be one of that kind of people. Most of the time, I try to at least expect what might go wrong. I have taken to making lists and, although I’m not yet achieving perfection, I usually manage to achieve goals. But there are times when even the best plans do not succeed. All that is left then is to smile and to make or do something using whatever is found.Hanukkah (光明节) came early this year, perhaps too soon after Thanksgiving to allow us to prepare well. During the first night of Hanukkah, the Hanukkah candles were nowhere to be found in the entire Dallas area where we lived. Birthday candles wouldn’t work! The tall long thin candle fell in small drops.“What would our ancestors do?” I thought.“What shall I do now? That’s where inge n uity comes from. Don’t be nervous and worried. Never let missing candles spoil a family celebration.”Later what we did find was a bag of tea lights.The long, silver bread tray became the base for our tea lights. The younger ones were wide-eyed and happy as Grandpa lit the first tea light and all recited the blessing. We sat at the dining table, happy to be together and the food was plentiful.No matter how imperfect it is, the fact that families gather to share a special event, an event that has held meaning for so many generations of families, is the meaning itself and forms the important part of the observance (仪式). What we need to remember, and to carry with us, is the knowledge that togetherness is much better than all other concerns.24.How does the author feel about perfect planning according to Paragraph 1?A. It should be an aim when we are doing things.B. It is well worth considering carefully.C. It often takes too much great effort.D. It plays an important part in our daily life.25.From the passage, what can we infer?A. We should know well about our limited weaknesses.B. We should make the most of the available resources.C. We should get well prepared for the coming festival.D. We should feel confident about our own abilities.26.What does the underlined word “ingenuity” in the second paragraph mean?A. courage.B. curiosity.C. custom.D. creativity.27.What does the author think highly of?A. Personal abilities.B. Personal experience.C. Family reunion.D. Cultural difference.CActor Warwick Davis realized he was shorter than other people when he was eight years old. He suddenly noticed all his schoolmates were twice his size. It was then that the effect of having dwarfism hit him for the first time.Now aged 48, Davis says, “I have very fond memories of school but I realized I had to become a little bit louder and funnier so I wouldn’t get left out of conversations. I became quite the performer, so being short was my training in acting.”It worked. Director George Lucas cast young Warwick as the Ewok Wicket in Return of the Jedi. The actor has gone on to star in many TV shows and films, including playing Professor F l itwick in the Harry Potter films.Warwick’s dwarfism means he is 1.07 meters tall, while the average UK adult male height is 1.78 meters. Most types of dwarfism are caused by a genetic disorder that stops some of the body’s building blocks working properly.Davis has a positive attitude to being “different”. He says, “If I had my life all over again, I would c h oose the same job and be the same height. I have enjoyed every minute. At school I played rugby and football and tried long jump and high jump. I wasn’t very good at them but I always had a go. I defeated everyone at chin- ups (引体向上) because I had a low body weight combined with a strong upper body from climbing up to the top cupboards to reach the biscuit boxes at home.”Warwick is supporting Jeans for Genes Day, a charity raising public concern for millions of children born with genetic disorders in the U.K. He says, “Even if you can only give a tiny amount of money, it will make such a difference to the children.”28. Why did Warwick Davis decide to become a little bit louder and funnier?A. It was his training in his acting.B. He didn’t want to be ignored by his classmates.C. The effect of having dwarfism influenced him strongly.D. The genetic disorder prevented his body from working properly.29. What can be inferred from paragraph 5?A. Davis has a positive attitude to being “different”.B. Davis turns his short body to his advantage at chin- u ps.C. Davis is not fond of rugby and football, long jump and high jump.D. Davis doesn’t want to choose the same job if he can live his life again.30. Warwick Davis can be best descr i bed as “”.A. pleasedB. generousC. sensitiveD. confident31. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. My Strong Upper BodyB. Dwarfism Caused by Genetic DisorderC. Height Is Not My LimitationD. More Money, Bigger DifferenceDLocated at Europe’s biggest water park, the Galaxy Erding in South Germany, the world’s first VR water slide takes the exciting experience to a whole new level by offering thrill- seekers the choice of three attractive worlds --- Space, Sky, or S n ow. By simply wearing a headset, riders can slide through a magical alien world, follow beautiful butterflies around floating islands or put themselves in a white winter wonderland. To make the experience even more heart-stopping, the 160-meter- long ride that lasts about 35 seconds has two uphill tracks that provide a roller-coaster- l ike experience.While the tire slide, which has been successfully tested by almost 10,000 park goers since it opened in February 2018, is impressive, the techno logy behind it, developed by California startup Ballast is even more so. The specially-created waterproof headsets can be worn in water up to a few meters deep, without harming the delicate Samsung Galaxy S8 mobile devices that run the custom software for the VR experiences. The headsets also charge wirelessly (无线地), allowing park operators to swap out sets throughout the day.The biggest challenge the company faced, however, was providing a suitable VR experience for everyone. That’s because unlike roller coasters, where the speed is fixed for all riders, water slide speeds vary depending on the weight of the person. To overcome the issue, Ballast fixed smart sensors (传感器) in important areas along the slide to keep track of the rider’s progress at all times. The information, conveyed through the headset, allows the custom software to adjust his or her location within the virtual world accordingly, making for a smooth, seasickness free ride for all.Though Ballast is thrilled at Space Glider’s success, the company has bigger ambitions. They want to create an experience where guests will be able to swim underwater surrounded by virtual dolphins, whales, and even sharks, without wearing the heavy headsets!32. What can people do if they go to the Galaxy Erding?A. They can swim with dolphins.B. They can explore the outer space.C. They can experience VR water slide.D. They can swap out sets all day long.33. Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?A. The tire slide has been successfully tested so far.B. Water slide speed vary depending on the age of the person.C. Thrill-seekers take the exciting experience by wearing a headset.D.The specially-created waterproof headsets can be applied in water.34. What can help park goers experience a smooth, seasickness free ride?A. The painkillers.B. The fixed speed.C. A sensor fixed in important areas.D. Virtual dolphins, whales and sharks.35. What is the author ’s attitude towards the VR water slide?A. objectiveB. subjectiveC. opposedD. indifferent 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。
北京市西城区2021-2022学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题 Word版含答案
北京市西城区2021 — 2022学年度其次学期期末试卷高一英语 2022. 7试卷满分：140分考试时间：120分钟A卷满分9O分第一部分I.听力理解（共三节，满分22.5分）第一节：（共4小题；每小题1.5分，满分6分）听下面四段对话，每段对话后有道小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
每段对话你将听听两遍。
1. How does ihe woman leam Chinese?A. On the radio.B. On television.C. On the Internet.2. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?A. Neighbors.B. Husband and wife.C. Teacher and parent.3. Which bus will the woman take al last?A. T-3.B. Z-4.C. T-6.4. What is the man doing?A.Giving advice.B.Offering help.C.Making an appointment.其次节：（共6小题；每小题1.5分，满分9分）听下面段对话，每段对话后有两道小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
每段对话你将听两遍。
听第5段材料，回答第5至第6小题。
5. Where does the woman prefer to buy things?A. At the mall.B. On a webfsit.C. At the discount store.6. When did the man get the bank card?A. This morning.B. Last week.C. Last month.听第6段材料，回答第7至第8小题。
7. What is the man's holiday plan?A. Coing to Jinan with his aunt.B. Taking a hiking trip to Himalays.C. Visiting Underwater World id Qingdao. 8. How long is the woman's trip?A. 6 days.B. Kathy.C. Jim.9. Who called Tony?A . Have dinner. B. Play football. C. Go and the hook.10. Whal will Tony do now?A. Have dinner.B. Paly football .C. Go and get the book.(听力理解第三节见试卷第7页）Ⅱ.完形填空（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5）阅读下而短文，举握其大意，从各题所给的A、 B, C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
人教版(2019)高一下学期英语选择性必修第一册期末检测试卷(Word版,含答案)
人教版（2019）高一下学期英语选择性必修第一册期末检测试卷考试时间120分钟, 满分120分注意事项∶1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名、考生号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动。
用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卡上, 写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分听力（共两节, 满分20分）第一节听力理解（共6小题。
每小题2分, 满分12分）材料及问题播放两遍。
每段后有三个小题, 各段播放前有s秒钟的阅题时间。
请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题的问题, 在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中, 选出最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第一段材料, 回答第1-3题。
材料和问题读两遍。
1. Question 1∶（录音）A. Improving his writing.B. Signing up with a website.C. Talking with others online.2. Question 2. （录音）A. Cautious.B. Strict.C. Hard-working-3. Question 3∶（录音）A. Classmates.B. Mother and son.C. Brother and sister.听第二段材料, 回答第4—6题。
材料和问题读两遍。
4, Question4∶（录音）A. One's talent.B. A night profession.C. Hard work.5. Question5∶（录音）A. To make use of time.B. To have a good sleepC. To make her mother happy.6. Question 6∶（录音）A. She makes sure Eileen has enough rest.B. She teaches Eileen to believe in herself.C. She runs 10 miles every day with Eileen.第二节回答问题（共4小题, 每小题2分, 满分8分）听下面一段材料, 然后回答问题。
福建省高一下学期期末考试英语试卷(附带答案)
福建省高一下学期期末考试英语试卷(附带答案）学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________一、阅读理解Because China is a nation with a great cultural influence, it is important to be well informed before going to China. Whether you are visiting China to explore its 5,000-year history, do business, or just to see the tourist sights, reading some books about China by people who have first-hand experience is a wise decision.1. The Chan’s Great Continent by Jonathan SpenceRegarding China, many Westerners have many generalizations and misunderstanding. The book addresses these common misunderstandings and shows what China is truly like. This non-fiction book examines China from numerous angles and the result is an entertaining read.2. A History of China by John KeayIt is a book for history fans, which not only offers a historical overview of China but also goes on to explain the finer aspects of Confucianism, Buddhism, and China s many dynasties. This book is entertaining for travelers who would like to truly appreciate the country and its people.3. A Thousand Years of Good Prayers by Yiyun LiIt is a novel composed of 10 stories that offers an interesting view of China in terms of younger people living in its cities. Each story within it has a unique theme that sums up a certain area of China’s political and cultural atmosphere.4. China Wakes by Nicholas Kristof / Sheryl Wu-DunnWritten by two journalists, the non-fiction book explores the recent history of China from the first-hand perspective of journalists. It analyzes the rise of China and is hopeful future. This is a must-read for academics and those interested in global affairs.1．What is special about The Chan’s Great Continent?A．It explains a real China. B．It analyzes the rise of China.C．It offers an entertaining read. D．It enhances understanding of China. 2．Which book best suits novel lovers?A．The Chan’s Great Continent. B．A History of China.C．A Thousand Years of Good Prayers. D．China Wakes.3．What is the purpose of the text?A．To attract more tourists to China. B．To recommend China to the world. C．To show the importance of reading. D．To introduce some books about China.For more than 50 years, Sesame Street has been introducing children to a diverse group of characters, cast members and puppeteers (木偶师). Megan Piphus Peace is one of them: In late 2021, she became the show’s first full-time black woman puppeteer, playing a 6-year-old black girl named Gabrielle. Last month, she officially left her real estate career. “I always dreamed of working in television, but I never imagined myself being on Sesame Street,” she says.Piphus Peace, now 29, grew up watching Sesame Street. As a young child, she considered the puppets to be her companions, not realizing until she was older that they weren’t real. She has been pursuing puppeteering since then. At Vanderbilt University, where she studied economics, she was known as the “Vanderbilt Ventriloquist (腹语表演者).” She even appeared on The Tonight Show in 2012 and America’s Got Talent in 2013.One of Piphus Peace’s teachers, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, who played the Sesame Street character Abby Cadabby in 2006, says that Piphus Peace is a gifted storyteller and natural leader. “To say that I was amazed by Megan would be an understatement,”Carrara-Rudolph says. “I was inspired by her loving heart, strength of character, humor, humanity and what an energetic creative force she is.”Although Piphus Peace submitted her first video audition (试演) to Sesame Street in 2017, she didn’t hear back until 2020, when Matt Vogel, the puppet captain of the show, reached out to her. “She comes from a different kind of puppetry background than most of other Sesame Street puppet performers,” Vogel says. “We went to college to learn puppetry, or acting schools, etc., but Megan learned the art of ventriloquism by herself.”4．What do we know about Piphus Peace?A．She used to work in television. B．She is now part of Sesame Street. C．She was called Gabrielle at a young age. D．She has been a puppeteer for over 50 years.5．How did Piphus Peace look at the puppets in her childhood?A．She thought they were unreal. B．She considered them to be humorous. C．She found it hard to distinguish them. D．She regarded them as her friends. 6．What does paragraph 3 strongly stress?A．Carrara-Rudolph’s impact on Piphus PeaceB．The striking characteristics of Sesame StreetC．Carrara-Rudolph’s opinion of Piphus PeaceD．The character Abby Cadabby in Sesame Street7．Why is Piphus Peace different from most other performers according to Vogel? A．She is a self-trained ventriloquist. B．She is the most popular performer. C．She has played many different characters. D．She is the only female actress in the show.Reading books can obviously make you a better, smarter entrepreneur. According to a 2018 study of over 160,000 adults in 31 countries, the more books that were present in participants’ childhood homes, the more competent they now were as adults with skills in literacy, mathematics, and technological problem-solving. Researchers note that book-oriented socialization, indicated by home library size, equips youth with lifelong tastes, skill and knowledge.Growing up with home libraries boosts adult skills in literacy, numeracy and technological problem-solving beyond the benefits acquired from parental education or your own educational or occupational attainment. Kids who grow up in a home where reading is valued and modeled are more likely to be good readers. Strangely enough, though, advanced education doesn’t necessarily offset the “lots of books in the home” advantage. Adults who grew up with relatively few books in their homes and later earned a college degree had literacy levels approximately equal to adults who grew up in homes with large libraries but only attended school for nine years.Jessica Stillman [of Inc.] writes, surrounding yourself with more books than you could ever read says good things about your mind. Those books serve as a constant reminder of all the things you don’t know — which helps keep you intellectually hungry and curious. And possibly, this will keep you a little more modest, since research shows the quicker you are to admit you don’t know something, the faster you can then learn it. As Jeff Bezos says, a key sign of intelligence is the willingness to change your mind, something that only happens if you’re willing to admit that your current thinking may not be the best thinking. Modesty, learning and the willingness to change your mind when new data presents itself: That’s another three bonus every entrepreneur can benefit from.8．What does paragraph 1 mainly talk about the research?A．Tough process. B．Inspiring discovery.C．Numerous data. D．Advanced technology.9．Which of the following can best replace the underlined word “offset” in paragraph 2?A．Compete with. B．Differ from. C．Go against. D．Compensate for. 10．Why does the author mention Jessica?A．To keep readers intellectually hungry. B．To stress the significance of modesty.C．To remind readers of their ignorance. D．To evidence the benefits of home library.11．What is the passage mainly about?A．Home library size indicates lifelong skills. B．Home reading equals to a college degree.C．Modesty makes a promising entrepreneur. D．Childhood libraries lead to adulthood success.The Gold Coast family holidays are always great fun whether you are from Australia or from abroad. There are beautiful beaches, adventure parks, nature parks and so much more.There are so many sights to see here. It is a pity to drive in a car and you’ll miss a great part of it. Australia is home to many animals and birds that can only be seen when moving slowly and going into the areas that they live.When you are on a bicycle, you have the strength of being able to stop whenever you want to see an interesting animal or bird that you have never seen before. It is a quieter mode (方式) of transportation as well, so you might even be able to take a picture. When you are on the beach, you can breathe that clean air and view the beauty of the water and sand. It is a totally different experience from either simply sunbathing or passing it in a car.There are many choices of hiring a bicycle to experience the Gold Coast attractions. There are stores that will fit a bike perfectly to your size. These bikes for both adults and children are in many styles and colors to please any taste. If you have ever wanted to try a tandem bike (双人单车), now is your chance, because they have those too.A bicycle hire on Gold Coast is something that everyone should try at least once. This is a wonderful chance for anyone who likes to cycle and it is also a cheap way to travel with your family.12．You’d better not drive in a car on Gold Coast because ________.A．you will break the traffic rulesB．you will cause much noiseC．you can’t enjoy the beautiful sights wellD．you can’t drive into some parks13．The following advantages of hiring bikes are mentioned EXCEPT that ________. A．you can take photos of animalsB．it is a cheap way of travelingC．you can get a clearer sight of animalsD．it is a good way to do sunbathing14．Which of the following words has the same meaning as the word underlined in the third paragraph?A．advantage B．weakness C．appearance D．disadvantage15．What is paragraph 4 mainly about?A．How to hire bikes on Gold Coast.B．What kinds of bikes there are in stores.C．What bikes are the most popular.D．Who can hire bikes on Gold Coast.二、七选五Is Fresh Air Really Good for You?We all grew up hearing people tell us to “go out and get some fresh air.” 16 According to recent studies，the answer is a big YES，if the air quality in your camping area is good.17 If the air you’re breathing is clean-which it would be if you’re away from the smog of cities-then the air is filled with life-giving, energizing oxygen.If you exercise out of doors, your body will learn to breathe more deeply, allowing even more oxygen to get to your muscles (肌肉) and your brain.Recently, people have begun studying the connection between the natural world and healing (治愈). 18 In these places patients can go to be near nature during their recovery. It turns out that just looking at green, growing things can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and put people into a better mood (情绪).Greenery is good for us. Hospital patients who see tree branches out their window are likelyto recover at a faster rate than patients who see buildings or sky instead. 19 It gives us a great feeling of peace.20 While the sun’s rays can age and harm our skin, they also give is beneficial Vitamin D．To make sure you get enough Vitamin D—but still protect your skin— put on sunscreen right as you head outside. It takes sunscreen about fifteen minutes to start working, and that’s plenty of time for your skin to absorb a day’s worth of Vitamin D．A．Being in nature refreshes us.B．But is fresh air really as good for you as your mother always said?C．Fresh air cleans our lungs.D．So what are you waiting for?E．Another side benefit of getting fresh air is sunlight.F．All across the country, recovery centers have begun building Healing Gardens.G．Just as importantly, we tend to associate air with health care.三、完形填空Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad. As an orchestra (管弦乐队) conductor,music can give.Anderson fell in love with 22 when she was a child. She began playing the piano at seven and started composing at nine. She bought many videos 23 by the world’s great orchestras and conductors and listened to them for hours on end.During a concert, the audience see the 24 of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes. What audiences do not see is all the work the conductor has done before the 25 .Months before a concert, Anderson studies the music by 26 it on the piano. She listens to recordings, reads about the composer’s life, and reviews historical events that would have influenced the composer. Her goal is to recreate the musicas the composer 27 .While conducting, Anderson uses her whole body to express how the music should sound and feel. Her movements are dramatic (激动人心的) when the music is 28 and gentle when the music is peaceful. As she 29 , Anderson listens for problems with balance, sound and style.To help young musicians better 30 how to play the music, Anderson might tell them to imagine a 31 and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed (颠簸) by waves.“It is music’s ability to 32 people that I value most,” said Anderson. She has seen audiences at her concerts 33 , clap together in rhythm, and shout “Bravo!” Regularly, audiences are moved to tears. After one concert in Serbia, audiences 34 around the orchestra’s buses and cheered for the young musicians as they climbed aboard.Anderson is happy, knowing that she and the musicians have changed lives forthe better, 35 spirits and brought joy to people.21．A．feelings B．characters C．thoughts D．changes 22．A．painting B．reading C．music D．dance 23．A．invented B．recorded C．caught D．directed 24．A．chest B．nose C．shadow D．back 25．A．schedule B．performance C．task D．game26．A．making B．beating C．playing D．repeating 27．A．expected B．intended C．encouraged D．suggested 28．A．energetic B．magical C．quiet D．sad29．A．studies B．conducts C．sings D．competes 30．A．decide B．react C．plan D．understand 31．A．short B．violent C．calm D．sensitive 32．A．reach B．attack C．praise D．accept33．A．touch B．escape C．applaud D．nod 34．A．collected B．approached C．surrounded D．gathered 35．A．took up B．turned up C．gave up D．lifted up四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下列短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
高一下学期期末考试英语试题 Word版含答案7
高一英语试题注意事项：1.本试卷分为第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两大部分。
2.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、准考证号等信息填写在答题卡上相应的位置。
3. 试题满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
听力20分计入总分。
4. 全部答案在答题卡上完成，答在本试卷上无效。
第Ⅰ卷（满分100分）第一部分：听力部分（共两节，满分20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分，满分5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题. 每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Why does the woman wear so much?A．Because she has a cold.B．Because she thought it might be cold.C．Because she found it was really too cold.2．What are they talking about?A．The woman's hobby.B．The harm of surfing the Internet.C．The intention of summer holidays.3．Where does the woman come from?A．Russia. B．Britain. C．China.4．What does the man mean?A．They should decide by Friday.B．They'd better decide right now.C．They have another week to decide.5．When is the man checking in?A．On Tuesday. B．On Thursday. C．On Friday.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）听下面5段对话或独白。
黑龙江省双鸭山市第一中学2021-2022学年高一下学期期末考试试卷 英语 Word版含答案
高一英语期末考试试题第一部分:选择题部分（共三节，满分70分）第一节：阅读理解(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)AGalaxy saw a man and a woman who communicated with the sign language at the train station when she was on the way home one evening. She noticed that the woman asked the man for the direction. He told her that he did not know. Galaxy decided to help them. She had learned the sign language when she served as a volunteer in the deaf and mute（聋哑）school. Then she showed the woman the direction and left her email address to them in case they needed her help later.She received an email from that man the next day. Kazrim was his name. Galaxy replied his mail sincerely.They both started chatting online soon after and began seeing each other. Although they only communicated with the sign language, it never bothered her.Galaxy was fond of him gradually. Obviously, Kazrim was the same too. He presented Galaxy with a bunch of sunflowers and asked her sincerely, “Are you willing to be my girlfriend?” Galaxy was pleasantly surprised. She requested him to give her some time to persuade her parents.As she had expected, her parents were very angry after they had learned of their love story. Galaxy explained, “Kazrim is an excellent and a very optimistic person. He has a very positive attitude towards life and work. He cares for others always. He is 100％better than the normal. Moreover, the mute is still a human. He should possess a perfect and wonderful love. ”Her parents asked to see him, then. The very worried Galaxy took Kazrim home a few days later. When they were on the train, Kazrim told her, ‘‘I’m going to tell your parents I’ll be looking after you well with all my life!” Galaxy was deeply moved.As soon as they had entered the house, Galaxy introduced him to her parents. She said, ‘‘This is Kazrim.” Just right after her speech, an unbelievable thing happened. Kazrim threw the gift away and held her in his arms tightly.He said, “YOU CAN TALK?” It was the same question that Galaxy wanted to ask, too.The four people were shocked all of a sudden. As a matter of fact, Kazrim always believed that Galaxy was a mute and he still fell in love with her deeply.1. How did Galaxy and Kazrim get to know each other?A. They met each other by chance.B. They were introduced to each other.C. They once studied at the same university.D. They both served in a special needs school.2. How did Galaxy probably communicate with Kazrim before she took him home?A. Writing words on paper.B. Using the sign language.C. Judging from his expression.D. Speaking her native language.3. What can we learn about the two young people from the passage?A. They fell in love at the first sight.B. They cheated each other to win love.C. They mistook each other for being mutes.D. They ignored the anger of Galaxy’s parents.BBaby girls make their way to dolls as soon as they can crawl, while boys will head for the toy cars, a study has shown. The findings, the first to show consistent differences in very young babies, suggest there is a biological basis to their preferences.Psychologists Dr Brenda Todd from City University London carried out an experiment involving 90 babies aged nine months to 36 months. They were allowed to choose from seven toys. Some were boys' toys - a car, a digger, a ball and a blue teddy. The rest were girls’ toys: a pink t eddy, a doll and a cooking set. They were placed a meter away from the toys, and could pick whichever toy they liked. Their choice and the amount of time they spent playing with each toy were recorded.Of the youngest children (nine to 14 months), girls spent much longer playing with the doll than boys, and boys spent much more time with the car and ball than the girls did. Among the two-and three-year-olds, girls spent 50 percent of the time playing with the doll while only two boys briefly touched it. The boys spent almost 90 percent of their time playing with cars, which the girls barely touched. There was no link between the parents’ view on which toys were more appropriate for boys or girls, and the children’s choice.Dr Brenda Todd said: “Child ren of this age are already exposed to much socialization. Boys may be given ‘toys that go’ while girls get toys they can care for, which may help shape their preference. But these findings agree with the former idea that children show natural interests in particular kinds of toys. There could be a biological basis for their choices. Males through evolution have been adapted to prefer moving objects, probably through hunting instincts（本能）, while girls prefer warmer colors such as pink, the color of a newbor n baby.”4. Baby boys and girls have different toy preferences probably because .A. baby boys are much more activeB. baby girls like bright colors moreC. parents have an effect on their viewsD. there may be a biological difference5.Both baby boys and baby girls like to play with according to the study.A. a ballB. a teddyC. a carD. a doll6.What can we infer from Paragraph 3 ?A.Nine-month-old baby boys don’t play with dolls at al l．B.Two-year-old baby girls sometimes play with cars and balls．C.Parents should teach their babies to share each other’s toys．D.The older the babies are, the more obvious their preference is．7.What conclusion did Dr. Brenda Todd draw from the results of the study?A. Adults bring about babies’ preference on purpose.B. Babies’ preference isn’t affected by social surroundings.C. Baby boys preferring to moving toys will be good at hunting.D. Baby girls preferring warmer colors will be warm-hearted.CUncivilized behavior by passengers unacceptableFor the first time, airline passengers have been blacklisted for uncivilized behavior. Their names will remain onthe blacklist for one or two years, according to an announcement by the China Air Transport Association on Saturday. The blacklisting means they will not be able to travel by air until their names are removed from the list.Blacklisting passengers who disobey the rules for traveling by air and so place their own interests before everything else, including safety, has long been overdue (迟到的，延迟的).There have been frequent reports of passengers making a scene when their flight was delayed or when they believed that they were not treated as they should be on a flight.Yet it is natural for some flights to be delayed because of reasons such as bad weather or mechanical problems that need to be solved. However, some passengers seem to take it for granted that their flight must take off at the time stated on their ticket, and they even assume that the members of the cabin crew are simply there to do their bidding(嘱咐).They forget that they should behave themselves in the first place and that respect is reciprocal (相互给与的).There is no reason for them to be respected when they do not show enough respect for others.Observing rules can never be over-emphasized when it comes to flight safety. No one has the right to disregard the rules for any reason. Of course, airlines should provide quality services to meet the needs of passengers. Yet, even if passengers are not satisfied with the service provided, there is still no reason for them to flout the rules that are designed for the safety of all.The blacklisting of these three passengers should serve for others to know they have to toe the line (服从集体).8. Which of the following statements is TRUE?A. Never before have airline passengers been blacklisted.B. At no time should flights be delayed, whatever the reasons.C. Members of the cabin crew should be at the passengers’ service at any moment.D. If an airline passenger is blacklisted, he or she will never be allowed to travel by air.9.The underlined word “observing” in paragraph 6 is closest in meaning to ________.A. abolishingB. violatingC. settingD. obeying10. According Paragraph 4, the author’s attitude towards some passengers is ________.A. TolerateB. CuriousC. CriticalD. Neutral11. The text is most probably taken from ________.A. a research paperB. a newspaper reportC. an advertisementD. a flight guideDRafting the GRAND CANYON Welcomes You!For an exciting，fun and challenging white water tours，Rafting the GRAND CANYON is here to help you plan the right tour for you. Whether you want to travel for two days or ten，hike in or not，go on an oar raft or motorized trip，we will help you find the trip that meets your needs.For those who will be vacationing on the offseason a trip on the Native American Red River rafting is available year around or a one day trip is available on the Colorado River from Diamond Creek to Pierce Ferry (about three hours from Las Vegas)．Most of the trips depart from Lees Ferry，Arizona (approximately 21/2 hours from the south rim of the Grand Canyon)．We offer partial trips which allow you to get on or off at Phantom Ranch located at the bottom of the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim. Requiring a hike in or out，with proper planning the horse ride up or down is also an option. Most trips occur between April and October.Since all rafting on the Colorado requires a permit，planning and reserving your trip requires reservations well in advance. Please let us know when you would like to go and we will contact all the river concessionaires (特许权获得者)to help you find the best trip for you.For planning your trip，questions，concerns or to make your reservations，please email or call the toll free number below. Since these trips are limited we highly recommend you make your reservations months in advance.To talk to a live person call us toll free：180******** or 7026556060If you have any questions regarding a trip，please CLICK_HERE to fill out our form. This will speed up the process of getting you accurate information regarding your trip.If you would like to send us an email other than about an upcoming trip you can contact us atinfo@.We look forward to helping you plan your trip! (Please NO Travel Agents)12. If you don't want to take an all distance trip，you can start at ______.A. Diamond CreekB. Lees FerryC. Phantom RanchD. Pierce Ferry13. On the trip on the Grand Canyon，you are not recommended to enjoy ______.A. oar raft rowingB. traveling on footC. animal ridingD. swimming entertainment14. People usually have a trip to the Grand Canyon in the months except_______.A. June.B. February.C. October.D. September.15. Rafting the Grand Canyon doesn't suggest the reader contact them in the way of ______.A. calling at it in personB. filling a formC. sending an emailD. making a call其次节：阅读填空（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。
广东省汕头市2023-2024学年高一下学期7月期末普通高中教学质量监测英语试题(含答案)
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第一部分阅读（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）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。
AWild Times In The Lone Star StateWhether you are enjoying the atmosphere in old-time towns, hiking into untouched wilderness or preparing for horseback adventures, the plains, grasslands and valleys of Texas make for an astonishing journey. This is a land rich in natural wonders—read on to discover how you could absorb yourself in a little authentic western culture.Hike A Natural WonderLocated in the Texas, Palo Duro is the second largest canyon(峡谷) in North America, dropping more than 240 metres. The highlight of along walk in this rough but beautiful region is to climb to the Lighthouse, a sandstone rock structure. From here, you will be amazed at the view across miles of dramatic Texas wilderness.Enjoy An Enchanted DuskShaped like a large, pink loaf of bread, the Enchanted Rock stands 130m highat the top. Hike up to its summit before sunset to take in the view across the uneven land below-and listen carefully: as night falls, you might just hear the rock start to make a screeching noise, just as the old legends insist it does at dusk.Meet The Real CowboysFort Worth, as Texans will tell you, is known as Cowtown. Every morning and afternoon, a herd of longhorns moves along Exchange Avenue in the world’s only daily cattle drive. The cows are heading to the stockyards. This energetic district is full of exciting bars and restaurants set among grand early 20th-century buildings.Explore The DepthsPreviously only accessible to experienced explorers, a section of the Natural Bridge Caverns—a huge cave system near San Antonio—has now been opened to all comers. It includes a new viewing area overlooking a passage called the Box Canyon, which provides a natural theatre for a sound and light show.21. What is Texas abundant in?A. Natural attractions.B. Old legends.C. Grand buildings.D. Ancient towns.22. Which place is recommended to enjoy the sunset scenery?A. Palo Duro.B. The Enchanted Rock.C. Fort Worth.D. The Natural Bridge Caverns.23. What can be concluded about Texas from the text?A. The Box Canyon is a theatre for performers to put on shows.B. In Fort Worth, cowboys drive cattle to the bars and restaurants every day.C. Tourists can overlook the Texas wilderness in the Natural Bridge Caverns.D. Climbing to the Lighthouse is the most attractive part of the hike in Palo Duro.BWhen I was in senior high school, I was scared of writing application letters. One of my biggest fears was the fear of rejection. Keeping myself in a safe space and doing things that I know I can perform well was my favorite pastime. But I knew I had to make a change, so I tried to apply for the college myself.When I received the first reply letter, I was taking a class then. My heart was beating wildly while I waited for the school internet to connect faster. When I saw the letter starting with “Thank you for your application. After a careful review...”, I felt my face growing hotter. Although it was a college I was not thinking of going to even if I did get in, I was heart-broken.This fear is applicable anywhere else: the fear of having your projects or ideas rejected or even the fear of being rejected from your friend group, to name but a few. I cannot tell you how many times I passed up the opportunity because I always thought there were better applicants out there, and for this reason, I missed out on so many opportunities to grow.Even nowadays, when I get a rejection letter from a scholarship application, I have the same immediate reaction, no matter how many rejections I’ve gone through. But the aftermath(创伤) does get easier Every time I am rejected, I am able to bounce back and hand in another application more quickly. Along the journey of rejections, I realize that I am not incompetent, but that everyone else maybe more capable. And that is okay.This fear will never truly go away. I’m still terrified to write and publish my articles. But it is thrilling to know that I write what I want to say, explore my mind and learn more about myself. Uncertainty is scary, but without experiencing the scariness, we would never grow, would we?24. What can we know about the author’s applying for the college?A. He knew he could perform it well.B. He stepped out of his comfort zone.C. He was unwilling to make a change.D. He couldn’t write application letters25. What caused the author to give up so many chances to grow?A. His discontent at the chances.B. His inner uncertainty about himself.C. His poor ability to take up the task.D. His previous experiences of being rejected.26. How does the author respond to being rejected nowadays?A. He struggles with self-doubt.B. He doesn’t feel scared any longer.C. He makes faster adjustments.D. He feels disappointed and desperate.27. Which can be the best title for the text?A. Relieve yourself of fear.B. Brave the fear of rejection.C. Reject saying no to yourself.D. Seize the opportunity to grow.CFor 32 years, Brenda Richardson has provided nutrition(营养) services to a diverse group of people aged 50 and older. Her journey began in college when she took a nutrition course that lit up her passion to become a registered nutritionist.After earning an undergraduate degree in dietetics(膳食营养学) and institution administration, Richardson was selected to practice at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, ter, she worked at several military emergency facilities and then became the hospital chief of clinical dietetics. She also left active duty to work as a food buyer and nutrition educator for schools. “I am excited to see the real impact that food, nutrition and dining can have on the prevention and management of malnutrition and the quality of life for each kid.” she recalled.In 1987, Richardson was offered a role serving a different population in long-term care. She was not only a consultant for independent living, assisted living and nursing facilities, but a so worked with food producers and distributors to develop dietary supplement products for seniors. Additionally, she volunteered with some organizations, where she provided education and training for their members to serve the elderly. “While I enjoy working in emergency care and schools, I prefer working with my colleagues.to prove the value of nutrition for healthy aging,” she said. “It is so rewarding to see improvements in person-centered care, the prevention and-management of malnutrition and other diseases, and the positive impact nutrition on individuals’ daily lives.”In 2019, after being nominated by the HealthCare Community Dietetics Practice Group and Indiana Academy of Nutrition, Richardson received the Lenna Frances Cooper Memorial Lecture Award. “This is a great honor that represents Cooper’s heritage and leadership in the field of nutrition and dietetics,” she said. “Her heritage has enabled me to improve my life through evidence-based nutrition. I am honored and humble.”28. What motivated Richardson to be a registered dietitian at first?A. Her duty for schools.B. Her journey to a college.C. Her service for seniors.D. Her attendance in a nutrition course.29. What is Richardson’s special contribution as a dietitian?A. She served as a nutrition consultant for schools.B. She became director of clinical nutrition at the hospital.C. She volunteered with her fellows to prevent diseases for each kid.D. She devoted herself to serving the aging population through food and nutrition.30. What does the underlined word “nominated” mean in the last paragraph?A. Appointed.B. Named.C. Proposed.D. Distributed.31. Where is this article probably taken from?A. A health magazine.B. A senior service website.C. A nutrition cookbook.D. An education newspaper.DIf you’ve ever cooked a complex meal with someone, you know the level of cooperation required. American researchers recently showed that in a virtual kitchen, artificial intelligence (AI) learned how to cooperate with ahuman just by watching humans work together.There are some ways researchers have already trained AI to work with people. Many approaches involve reinforcement learning, where an AI interacts with an environment online-which can include other AIs or humans—and is rewarded for making decisions that lead to desired outcomes. Google Deep Mind’s program Alpha Go, for example, learned the board game Go using reinforcement learning.But starting training an AI from zero to interact with people through complete trial and error can waste a lot of time and can be risky. Another choice is to train one AI to model human behavior, and then use that as a tireless human replacement for another AI to learn to interact with. Researchers have used this method in a simple game. But repeating human behavior in more complex settings can be difficult.Thus in the study, researchers used offline reinforcement learning—a method for developing strategies by analyzing recorded behavior rather than through real-time interaction. Previously, offline reinforcement learning had been used mostly to help virtual robots move or to help AIs solve mazes (迷宫), but here it was applied to the tricky problem of working with humans. Instead of learning by interacting with people, this A I learned by watching human interactions.“The research work introduces away for AI to learn to team up with humans, without even practicing with us. It could help improve human-AI interactions.” says Nikolaidis, director of a lab.In the future, humans will increasingly work with AI, both online and in the physical world. Sometimes we’ll want an AI to silently guide our choices and strategies, like a good teammate who knows our weaknesses. “It solves an important problem how AI can learn to work with people,” says Nikolaidis.32. What is the function of reinforcement learning in the passage?A. It’s how AI learned to work with peopleB. It’s how researchers helped AI learn cooking.C. It’s how Google Deep Mind developed AlphaGo.D. It’s how AI got rewards for making correct choices.33. What is the advantage of offline reinforcement learning?A. It relies on real-time interaction.B. It helps AI learn by interacting with people.C. It takes less time and has less danger.D. It is realized through mistakes and corrections.34. What is AI expected to do in the future?A. To cook a complex meal on its own.B. To point out our weaknesses directly.C. To offer voiceless guidance sometimes.D. To solve difficult problems for humans.35. What is the text mainly about?A. AI learns cooperation by practising.B.AI learns cooking from humans.C. AI learns cooking without humans’ help.D.AI learns teamwork by watching humans.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
昭通市正道中学2023-2024学年高一下学期开学考试英语试卷(含答案)
昭通市正道中学2023-2024学年高一下学期开学考试英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、阅读理解Explore the magic of the underwater worldReasons for visiting Georgia Aquarium(水族馆) in AtlantaAtlanta's aquarium is home to tens of thousands of animals including 500 species from around the world and more than 60 habitats. The largest exhibit at Georgia Aquarium is home to whale sharks, manta rays and more swimmers. The second largest exhibit is home to six beluga whales. And you won't want to miss the dolphin exhibit and the dolphin show at Georgia Aquarium featuring an expansive underwater dolphin viewing window and a wonderful musical theatrical performance that highlights the bond shared between dolphins and humans.Insider tips○Arrive when the aquarium opens to beat the crowds.○Have a sleepover inside some of Georgia Aquarium's exhibits.○Wear a wet suit, dive into the water and swim with whale sharks, manta rays and more. Know before you go○Georgia Aquarium is open 365 days a year.○Monday-Wednesday: 9 AM-6 PM○Thursday: 9 AM-8 PM○Friday: 9 AM-5 PM (Early closing for the themed party Sips Under the Sea)○Saturday-Sunday: 8 AM-9 PMTickets & Pricing1A. It includes 600 species.B. It holds overground dolphin shows.C. Visitors can stay the night there.D. Swimmers speak highly of its performance.2．When can people visit Georgia Aquarium?A. At 5 PM on Tuesday.B. At 6 PM on Friday.C. At 7 AM on Saturday.D. At 8 AM on Thursday.3．Which activity takes the most off the ticket price?A. Dolphin Encounter.B. Penguin Encounter.C. Swim with the Whale Sharks.D. Dive with the Whale Sharks.The automobile industry is spending billions on self-driving cars, but what if we quite like driving?One holiday a few years ago, I spent hours being transported on trains, buses and planes.I read a novel for a while, then stared out the window, in a black mood. I was turned into goods, being shifted from one location to another. Then, finally, came the exciting section of the holiday when I hired a car.My wife Jocasta and I followed the positioning system, turning right, then right again, and found ourselves in a small town. I spoke to the positioning system, “We don’t want to be here; we want the highway.” Then it asked me to turn right again and again. With every turn, the street narrowed. The walls were so close that I had to hold my breath.Another car appeared, coming towards us from the opposite direction. The driver signaled, telling me I had to make way. But how? I didn’t have the courage to back up along the impossibly narrow passage. Soon some locals came to help. One lady stood at the back of the vehicle, waving me on. She continued making “this way, this way” movements with her arms. In an act of blind trust, I followed her instructions, creeping (小心行进) backwards and forwards. Remarkably, it worked. I completed my turn into the side street. The other car passed and the driver gave me a grateful wave. Then I followed the lady’s suggestion and —finally — saw the highway.My hands were shaking. I breathed in and out. Jocasta turned to me. “You’re my hero,” she said. I looked at her, expecting a shadow of a teasing (嘲笑的) smile, but can find none. “You’re my hero,” she repeated. “I mean it. You did a really good job.” Finally, I managed to steady my nerves. Then we set off again and the car sped smoothly away. Who would exchange all this for a self-driving car?4．Why are self-driving cars mentioned in paragraph 1?A. To show the advance in technology.B. To show the author’s love for driving.C. To show the change in the automobile industry.D. To lead to the author’s holiday experienc e.5．Why did the author drive into the narrow passage?A. He wanted to take a shortcut.B. He intended to thank, the locals for help.C. He had to turn to avoid another car.D. He was misdirected by the guidance system6．What can be inferred about the author and his wife from the last paragraph?A. His wife used to laugh at him.B. He became more skilled at driving.C. His wife tried to encourage and calm him.D. He misunderstood his wife throughout.7．Which can be a suitable title for the text?A. A Hero Behind the WheelB. An Adventurous Automobile TripC. A Lover of Self-driving CarsD. An Unexpected Technological ProblemIt’s midafternoon. You’re full from lunch. The day is warm. You’re starting to feel sleepy. Should you give in to the comfort of a nap (小睡)?to whether napping benefits everyone, we generally acknowledge that naps can improve at least some people’s cognitive (认知的) performance in the short term.For example, scientists reviewed a past experiment that focused on healthy participants with regular sleep cycles. In that experiment, participants were given math problems that could be solved with a shortcut that they weren’t told about. Some participants we re encouraged to take a nap before dealing with the problems. It was found that those who napped-and spent even just 30 seconds in the first, lightest stage of sleep-were 2.7 times more likely to figure out the math shortcut than those who stayed awake. But entering a deeper sleep stage had a negative effect.The benefits of napping are strongest for people who have sleep debt, such as shift workers, new parents and elderly people whose nighttime sleep is always interrupted. They all seem to get a boost through napping: a 2013 study focusing on such people, for example,showed that taking a nap during one’s night shift work reduced sleepiness and improved overall performance, even if people were slightly inactive as they came out of their nap-a phenomenon ca lled “sleep inertia (惰性)”.There is something we can do to reduce sleep inertia. A 20-minute nap is good for recharging, and 60 to 90 minutes of sleep can be even more restorative. The nap to avoid is one lasting more than 20 minutes and less than 60 minutes, which is most likely to lead to sleep inertia.8．What does the underlined word “hassle” mean in paragraph 2?A. Debate.B. Tendency.C. Guidance.D. Judgement.9．What did the experiment find about napping?A. It improves memory.B. It helps clear one’s mindC. It may promote one’s health.D. It has a bad influence on people.10．What can we infer about the subjects of the 2013 study?A. They tended to nap more.B. They were inactive in daytime.C. They came out of their naps slowly.D. They didn’t get en ough nighttime sleep 11．How can we avoid sleep inertia?A. By taking fewer naps.B. By napping within 1 hour.C. By managing the nap length.D. By avoiding long naps.Eating insects is one of those ideas that never quite seem to catch on. The United Nations supported the idea a decade ago, but, in the West at least, insects remain mostly absent from supermarket shelves. Faced with this situation, scientists have been exploring other options. One is to feed insects to farm animals, which are not so picky.Of course, insects need to eat, too. To date, they have mostly been raised on leftover chicken feed. But the supply of that is limited, and if insect-raised meat is to take off, new sources will be needed. In a paper in the Journal of Applied Entomology, Niels Thomas Eriksen, a biochemist at Aalborg University, suggests feeding them on the waste products of the beer industry.The world knocks back around 185 billion litres of beer every year. Each litre produces between three and ten litres of wastewater full of abandoned substances that are richer in protein but not in carbohydrates (碳水化合物) , especially compared with chicken feed. Most insects grown for feed depend, in the wild, on the carbohydrates found in fruit which goes bad. Whether insects would actually consider beer waste square meal was, therefore, unclear.The researchers used the baby black soldier flies. The insects were divided into threegroups, which were offered beer waste, chicken feed and a mixture of both respectively. The researchers monitored both their weight gain and the amount of carbon dioxide they breathed out, which helped assess the insects' metabolic (新陈代谢的) performance. The babies happily consumed both beer waste and chicken feed, and grew equally well on either food source. When Dr Eriksen made further chemical analysis, he found few differences in the nutrients needed for farm animals' growth.What the researchers found is good news for some other industries whose waste is likewise plentiful and protein-rich, and they now look to be reasonable targets for nutrient recycling by insects. Whether consumers will be willing to eat insect-raised meat, though, remains to be seen.12．What do we know about eating insects in the beginning?A.It will probably catch on soon.B.Most westerners shy away from it.C.It is supported in most of the world.D.Most scientists turn down this idea.13．Why were the researchers initially unsure of beer waste as insect feed?A.Its supply is not enough.B.It contains too much protein.C.It lacks necessary carbohydrates.D.Its chemical contents are unknown. 14．What did the researchers find about the insects?A.They preferred to eat chicken feed.B.They grew fastest on beer waste.C.They could turn beer waste into meat.D.They needed more food than expected.15．What does the author indicate in the last paragraph?A.Some industries rarely recycle their waste.B.The practical application of the findings is limited.C.Insect-raised meat is likely to be the next fashion.D.The experiment has an outlook beyond the beer industry.二、七选五16．How to Politely Cancel Plans Over TextYou made plans with friends, but when it’s time to leave the house, you just don’t have the energy. Or, maybe something else comes up, and you can’t make it.① _________ But with a few tips, you can do it politely.◆Text them as soon as possible.That way, your friends can rearrange their schedules. If you know you cannot make it, tryto text a day ahead of time. Otherwise, your friends might be annoyed about the inconve nience. If there’s an emergency and you have to cancel the plan at the last minute, that’s fine.② _________◆Be honest about your situation.③ _________ If you’ve encountered a change in your schedule, just tell them what it is. Your friends will be more understanding if they can tell you’re telling the truth. Just say things like: “I ran into an issue at work.” or “I’m dealing with some family problems.”◆Ask if you can reschedule.Instead of saying “Let’s hang out soon!”, pick a new time, so your friends know that you’re serious.④ _________ Try to include this in your original message so they know what you’re doing right away, and make sure it’s a plan you can stick to so you don’t have to cancel again.◆⑤ _________Add in one more nice thing to make a compliment (赞美) sandwich. After you tell your friends you have to cancel and apologize, let them know how much you appreciate them making plans with you. This will reassure them that you love spending time with them, and it can even help you feel less guilty, too.A. Start with your appreciation.B. Thank them for inviting you out.C. Let them know how urgent the situation is.D. There’s no need to lie about what’s going on.E. It shows that you aren’t just blowing them off.F. Otherwise, you should try to cancel ahead of time.G. Whatever the case is, cancelling plans can be annoying.三、完形填空（15空）When was the last time you made space in your life to play? When I was a kid, I knewTo bring more play into your life, you don’t necessarily need to make any significant17．A. needed B. stressed C. showed D. meant18．A. selling B. making C. finding D. saving19．A. proud B. tolerant C. approving D. deserving20．A. forced B. enabled C. reminded D. inspired21．A. work B. fight C. play D. share22．A. find fault with B. lose track of C. take delight in D. make peace with23．A. humbly B. naturally C. quickly D. seriously24．A. essential B. urgent C. individual D. immediate25．A. secretly B. previously C. personally D. sufficiently26．A. expect B. assess C. practice D. accept27．A. sense B. changes C. progress D. contributions28．A. sweet B. relaxing C. simple D. interesting29．A. win B. pity C. dream D. surprise30．A. firm B. playful C. friendly D. positive31．A. value B. luck C. help D. joy四、短文填空32．Potala Palace (布达拉宫) is the highest ancient palace in the world. The palace, ①_______ (name) after a holy hill, is said to be used for greeting a Han princess. Legend has it that in the 7th century, ②_______ (greet) his bride Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty, Songtsen Gampo built a palace with a thousand rooms up on the Red Hill and named it Potala. The palace was ③_______ (main) made of stones and woods, and decorated ④_______ special local tree branches. Later, the ancient palace ⑤_______ (destroy) in wars. ⑥_______ we see at present is the architecture of the Qing Dynasty and the continuous expanding work outcome since the 17th century.The Palace has two parts, the Red Palace as the center and the White Palace as twowings. The Red Palace is the highest part in the center that is completely devoted to ⑦_______ (religion) study. It was painted red to represent power. It consists of different halls and ⑧_______ (library) on many levels with winding passages. The White Palace, ⑨_______ once served as the office building of local government makes up the living quarters, and ⑩_______ (it) wall was painted white to convey peace and calmness.五、书面表达33．假定你是李华，最近你很苦恼，因为你经常和父母发生争执。
重庆市万州第二高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期开学考试英语试卷(含答案)
重庆市万州第二高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期开学考试英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、阅读理解Activities For Families with ChildrenThere are plenty of things to do and see around Cusco, Peru that children will enjoy. Horse ridingMany children will enjoy the opportunity to ride a horse. The Happy Ranch Horse Farm organizes horse rides through the countryside passing wheat fields and small towns, wooden huts, open air markets and cooking outside over a fire. Price for a horse ride is US 12 per person.Cooking classIf you enjoy local food, taking a cooking class could be fun. Several restaurants offer classes, which start with a visit to a local market to buy fresh ingredients (原料) . Wearing a cook's hat, children can help washing and cutting. Prices for a 3 hours class start at US $13 per person.Hot air balloonA hot air balloon ride will give you great views of the city. The balloon goes up about 200 meters if weather conditions are OK, less if conditions are windy. The balloon will stay at that altitude for about 10 minutes. Prices are US S20 for an adult, half price for children. Ceramics classA fun activity for kids is taking a ceramics class at the Fine Arts Center. With the help of an experienced potter, kids can make their own creation on the potter's wheel from clay. The basic clay class costs US $15 per person and takes 1.5 hours.1．Which activity takes you to view Cusco's village life?A.Horse riding.B.Cooking class.C.Hot air balloon.D.Ceramics class. 2．What can we know about cooking classes?A.They are usually offered by cooking schools.B.It takes a family of three US $13 to take one.C.Children take part in the whole cooking process.D.Visitors prepare ingredients by themselves.3．How much does it take a couple with a kid to ride a hot air balloon? $20. $30. $50. $40.It was a warm evening in August in 1995.Robert Blocker was driving to Yale University after being appointed as the university's Dean (院长) of Music. He didn't expect to see many people, but a couple of students met him and showed him around."When I looked at the history of the university and how people are devoted to the school's art programs, I was honored by the chance to work there. I could not wait for the next day to start my job. And that excitement never changed because every day was different. My job as dean was not scheduled. I walked around the campus and students talked to me. I went to rehearsals (排演) by the students and teachers and got inspired by them, "he adds.After nearly three decades as the Dean of Music at Yale, the 77-year-old retired from the position on Aug 31.Also an expert pianist, he remains a professor of piano at the music school, as well as professor of leadership strategies at Yale School of Management. Among his countless contributions as dean, Blocker developed long-term relationships with fellow musicians in China. He once toured cities, including Shenzhen, Shanghai and Hangzhou, giving lectures to the youngsters."China is a very special place for me. I am very happy to be back after the pandemic (疫情) to meet my friends and colleagues, "Blocker says, adding that he is particularly excited about being with young students.Yang Suxian, director of the Shenzhen Piano Music Festival, says, "He has been very supportive and has participated in the Shenzhen Piano Music Festival for years, even during the pandemic."Blocker's vision of a more hopeful world is reflected in his belief that music bridges the understanding between people."Music brings hope. People may speak different languages and have different ideas but music speaks to each other's heart, and that's why we keep this work going on and why the work never ends, " he says, "Our job is to let music heal the world by allowing us to understand and find a common place in our hearts."4．How did Robert Blocker feel after being appointed as the university's Dean?A.Anxious.B.Thrilled.C.Terrified.D.Challenged.5．What is included in Robert Blocker's work at Yale?A.Teaching leadership skills.B.Reviving art programs of the school.C.Giving concerts when touring cities in China.anizing rehearsals for students and teachers.6．What is the author's purpose in mentioning Yang Suxian's words?A.To advertise the festival in Shenzhen.B.To stress Robert's preference for music.C.To review the hardships during the pandemic.D.To show Robert's care about Chinese musicians.7．What do we know about musicians' job from the last paragraph?A.Spreading music to the whole world.B.Translating music into a common language.C.Helping people to reach an agreement on music.D.Guiding people to know themselves better through music.Handwritten Chinese characters (文字) can be beautiful. I still remember looking at Chinese and not understanding anything it said and yet feeling a strong attraction. In fact, some students start learning Chinese because of the characters. After having studied Chinese for a while, I realized that handwriting in Chinese takes a very long time to learn.Living as we do in a digital era (数字时代) with smartphones and computers, most students sooner or later ask themselves this question: Is it really necessary to learn how to write by hand in Chinese? When using smartphones or computers, we can use phonetic input (语音输入) systems, which choose the characters we want for us as long as we can remember how they are pronounced. Since we enter different characters, we seldom need to be able to recognize the difference between characters in detail; the computer makes the right choices for us. Do we really need to write Chinese by hand at all?I think most people agree that you should learn to write at least some characters at some point as a student of Chinese, although not necessarily straight away and not necessarily all the characters that you can say. But unless you don’t care about written language at all, you should learn the basics of handwriting. Without it, it will be very hard to understand characters. You don’t need to be a calligraphy master (书法大师), but you do need basic handwriting skills to do this. Simply looking at things is, as usual, a bad way of learning.I think learning the most common 500 characters or so is a good idea for all students. If you actually want to write by hand, increase that to 1, 000. Then learn to handwrite characters outside of the 1, 000 most common on a need-to-know basis.8．What does the author think of Chinese characters?A. They are less communicative than English words.B. They attract some foreigners to learn Chinese.C. They show the greatness of Chinese culture.D. They are not really that difficult.9．What can we infer about characters in Paragraph 2?A. Characters are very difficult for foreigners to learn.B. People believe learning to write characters is important.C. People doubt the necessity of learning to write characters.D. Characters may disappear with the development of society.10．What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 3 refer to?A. Understanding characters.B. Being a calligraphy master.C. Keeping a good learning habit.D. Learning basic handwriting skills.11．What’s the author’s attitude to learning to write characters in the digital age?A. Uncaring.B. Worried.C. Supportive.D. Surprised.Dragons, a famous imaginary beast born from fantasy, are often present in stories in the west and east. In both cultures, dragons are generally recognized as massive creatures capable of flight. They have great power and are often associated with magical abilities. However, due to their different cultural roots and images, there exist significant differences in the way dragons are regarded in the west and east, particularly in China.Chinese dragons most resemble snakes, and have four claws and no wings. They often have features of other animals, including carp, tigers, and eagles. In the contrast, Western dragons look like huge lizards with big claws and large bat-like wings, and are often shown with spines or rough scales.In traditional Chinese culture, a dragon is a symbol of luck, power and high status. They can cause weather changes and bring rainfall to the fields to ensure rich harvests. They are considered divine(神圣的) creatures, which hold an important position as the head of the four spirits. Therefore, to symbolize their power, ancient Chinese emperors decorated their clothes with dragon patterns. These clothes are known as dragon robes. Many Chinese view the dragon as a national symbol, proudly referring to themselves as "descendants of the dragon". In the west, however, a dragon symbolizes an evil creature that spreads violence and terror throughout the land. They are believed to be transformed by the devil, with the ability tobreathe fire or spit poison. Many western tales show dragons being defeated and killed to protect people from danger.Today, dragons continue to evolve, exceeding traditional boundaries and finding new significance in global culture. They are no longer associated with evil or good, but rather as complex characters with their own unique personalities and motivations. For example, Toothless from How to Train Your Dragon begins as a dangerous dragon but evolves into a misunderstood being with love and compassion. This challenges the idea of dragons as naturally evil, presenting them as complex beings with emotions and motivations. 12．What do western dragons and eastern dragons have in common?A.They have rough skin.B.They are huge and powerful.C.They are in the shape of snakes.D.They have big claws and wings.13．What do we know from paragraph 3?A.Western dragons are a symbol of authority.B.Dragons in China can protect people from danger.C.Chinese dragons can control rainfall and breathe fire.D.Dragons are believed to cause chaos in western culture.14．What is new about dragons in today's global culture?A.They are regarded as adventurous creatures.B.They are closely associated with evil or good.C.They have more diverse emotions and personalities.D.They tend to represent human spirits facing challenges.15．Which of the following is the best title for the text?A.The Dragon Elements in Global CultureB.The Origin of Dragons in Chinese HistoryC.The Magical Animals in Different CountriesD.The Images of Dragons in Western Traditions二、七选五16．Food plays an essential role in our lives and rightfully so: The food we eat is related to our culture. ①_______. Don’t believe me? Here’s why food is the best way to understanda culture:②_______It doesn’t matter where you’re from— you have to eat. Your social culture most likely developed from the need to eat. Once they surpassed hunting and gathering, many earlycivilizations organized themselves in ways that promoted food distribution and production. That also meant that the animals, land and resources you were near governed what you’d consume and how you’d prepare and cook it.Food preservation techniques are unique to climates and lifestyles.Ever wonder why the process to preserve meat is so different around the world? ③_______. In Morocco, if preserved correctly, Khlea, a dish, is still good for two years when stored at room temperature. That makes much sense in Morocco, which has had a strong nomadic(游牧的) population, desert landscape, and extremely warm, dry temperatures.The main local cuisines illustrate historical eating patterns.Some societies have cuisines that are entirely based on meat, and others are almost entirely plant-based.India’s cuisine is extremely varied from region to region, with meat and wheat heavy dishes in the far north, to spectacular fish delicacies in the east, to rice-based vegetarian diets in the south. ④_______.Food tourism.⑤_______. A food tourist won’t just focus on having a pint at Oktoberfest, but will be interested in learning the German beer making process, and possibly how they can make their own fresh beer. Since their interest in food is more than meal deep, the tourists have the chance to learn local preparation techniques that can lead to other aspects of a particular region’s culture.A. Food affects the civilizationB. Food is a universal necessityC. And the western part is home to strict vegetariansD. Some people have a trip just for enjoying the foodE. It has to do with local resources, needs, and climatesF. You can learn much about a particular culture by exploring their foodG. Some people have taken the combination of food and culture to a new level三、完形填空（15空）On May 12, 2008, a deadly earthquake rocked 23-year-old Liao Zhi's apartment building in Sichuan, causing it to fall down.her daughter and both her legs."How are you still laughing at this point? "the stage (舞台) one more time, "she said. However, from treatment to the adjusting (适应) ofmuch pain, "she said, After seeing many patients couldn't adjust to their prosthetic legs, Ms装) .Today, she can be seen dancing and rock-climbing.17．A.treating B.praising C.running after D.looking for18．A.answer B.dance C.exercise D.try19．A.see B.help C.follow D.find20．A.needed B.lost C.knew D.remembered21．peted B.walked C.joked D.worked22．A.amazed B.alive C.healthy D.satisfied23．A.soon B.too C.instead D.again24．A.promised B.refused C.wanted D.failed25．A.short B.important C.dangerous D.difficult26．A.discovered B.chose C.changed D.received27．A.sent B.carried C.welcomed D.encouraged28．A.freedom B.idea C.right D.time29．A.Learn from B.talk with C.depend on D.care about30．A.interest B.power C.trust D.hope31．A.glad B.afraid C.surprised D.sure四、短文填空32．With the rapid extinction of many wild species, more and more people come to realize the great importance of wildlife protection.We have to understand the problem in ①_____ new light: we protect ourselves through protecting wildlife. On the one hand, any species of wildlife helps to keep the ecological balance (生态平衡). ②_____ one species becomes extinct, it will disappear forever. What is more, it will result ③_____ the extinction of a chain of wildlife, which may lead to unpredictable disasters. On the other hand, the modern science and technology makes ④_____ possible for us to learn more about wildlife. By now, scientists ⑤_____ (find) that wildlife has unknown genetic codes (遗传密码), which may turn out ⑥_____ (free) human beings from serious diseases and ⑦_____ (nature) disasters in the future.It is necessary for us to protect wildlife ⑧_____ (immediate) before it is too late, although man has already polluted the environment and threatened the ⑨_____ (exist) of many wild species. Let's take action to protect wildlife. ⑩_____ (learn) to live in harmony with all wildlife is part of modern civilization.五、完成句子33．比尔已经完全从心脏病中恢复过来。
天津市南开区2020-2021学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题 Word版含答案
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1. What is true about the next climbing club activity?A. Members will visit the Nature Park this SaturdayB. Members will be informed about it next SaturdayC. Members will visit the Nature Park next Saturday2. Where will the boy meet Professor Robinson?A. In the libraryB. In Room 413 in the Main BuildingC. In Room 506 in the Main Building3. What does the man suggest doing?A. Going to the villageB. Assisting the professional rescue teamsC. Donating some money and goods4. What will the woman do?A. She will save money to buy a birthday gift for her motherB. She will go shopping with the manC. She will buy a jacket for the man5. What are the speakers doing?A. CookingB. Seeing a doctorC. Doing an experiment第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）听下面几段材料。
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ANewport, a beachfront city of beauty and excitement, is popular among tourists. Check out the top things to do in this wonderful city.The WedgeWhether you’re a passionate surfer, or you simply want to relax and watch the daring wave runners and body surfers, the Wedge is the perfect place to spend your afternoon. The Wedge has some of the largest waves in Southern California, measuring up to 30 f eet. Obviously, it’s not a place for beginner swimmers or young children.Balboa Fun ZoneThe small park is full of fun activities for children, and with views of the Pacific, they are sure to enjoy their time. This boatyard-turned-amusement park has been in operation since the mid-1900s. Over time, more and more activities have been added, and nowadays there are enough features to keep you busy for hours.Fashion IslandFashion Island is a shoppers’ paradise, featuring more than 100 brand-name stores, including large chain stores like Macy’s and Neiman Marcus. It also shelters a variety of local and upscale dining options, a Whole Foods Market and a movie theater. Children can enjoy playing with the little games scattered around the area while parents are shopping.Newport Beach Whale WatchingNewport Beach is one of the country’s best whale watching destinations. In winter and early spring, you’ll catch sight of gray whales migrating south to give birth to their calves; they’ll turn around and head north around April or May. In summer and fall, blue whales are often found swimming in the waters surrounding Newport Beach.1．What’s an advantage of the Wedge?A．It offers free swimming lessons. B．It features fun activities for children.C．It is popular for family vacations. D．It is a great beach to enjoy surfing. 2．Which is suitable for those who want to taste the local specialties?A．The Wedge. B．Fashion Island.C．Balboa Fun Zone. D．Newport Beach Whale Watching. 3．When can visitors see gray whales and their calves?A．Around April or May. B．All year round.C．In winter and early spring. D．In summer and fall.BOn a Saturday morning last November, I got up at 5 to be at the Armory track on 168th Street in Harlem, a neighborhood in Manhattan for the girls’4×2 r elay race (接力赛).I joined the team when I was a freshman at Abraham Lincoln High School. I hadn’t considered it until a girl came up to me and said, “You look like a good runner. Would you like to join the track team?” She thought I would make a good runne r because she saw my legs and arms were built, but I was just naturally slim.I was excited and surprised, “I don’t know. What do I have to do?”“It is a lot of hard work and devotion. It’s not easy.”She was right. My team had practice every day from 3:30 to 6 except for Fridays. When we didn’t have practice, I’d run on my own on the boardwalk. I got faster and focused. Track helped me get away from troubles. Arguments with my mom, problems with schoolwork, and dramas with the kids at school. I felt calm every time I ran.I got to the Armory at 7. My team was already there. We gave each other hugs and high fives. When the officials called for the relay race, I went out to the starting line. Then the gun went off. As I pounded the track, I was focusing so much on myself. I started running away from my problems. I couldn’t see anyone or anything but the finish line. Everything else was just a blur. Ifought to the finish line. I wasn’t only fighting against the other teams; I was also fighting to win my battle against my stress.I could feel the wind blowing against my skin. I felt like I was flying. My stress disappeared. I came in second as I passed the baton (接力棒) to my teammate.4．Why did the author take up running?A．By chance. B．Due to stress. C．Out of interest. D．For weight loss. 5．What benefit did the author get from running?A．Having a regular life style. B．Escaping from her problems.C．Doing well in school work. D．Getting along well with Mom.6．What does paragraph 6 mainly talk about?A．The running process. B．The team spirit.C．The training hardship. D．The race purpose.7．What can we learn form the passage?A．Every dog has its day. B．Challenges build character.C．Talent is the key to success. D．Accidents can lead to the right path.COn Nov.13, 2023, the Kenyan government announced a surprise public holiday for a nationwide tree planting day, part of its plan to plant 15 billion trees by 2032.“This Monday on Nov.13, the public across the country were expected to plant trees as a contribution to the national efforts to save our country from the terrible effects of climate change,” said Kindiki, the Home Minister of Kenya.Kenya’s present forest coverage stands at about 7%. Deforestation speeds up climate change, which is worsening droughts in the Horn of Africa, including Kenya, where rains have failed for five seasons in a row. So the government has set aside more than $ 80 million this year, managing to augment tree coverage to more than 10%.“It is a moment for Kenyans to stand together in the defense of our environment,” said Soipan Tuya, the Environment Minister. He referred to the day as “a ‘hummingbird(s)’ contribution day”. Hummingbirds are small birds, but they play an important part in the environment by pollinating(授粉)flowers.He added, “H aving been planting trees for most of my life, I thought I was doing ratherwell, but the government’s plan to plant 15 billion trees by 2032 was ‘an unprecedented(史无前例的)show of promise by the government towards our climate action duties.’”8．What is the purpose of the public holiday?A．To increase economic income. B．To encourage people to plant trees.C．To allow people to get more rest. D．To remind people to get close to nature. 9．Which word is the closest in meaning to “augment” in paragraph 3?A．Increase. B．Figure. C．Record. D．Stop.10．What does Soipan Tuya want to say by referring to the day as “a ‘hummingbird’ contribution day”?A．We should get on well with birds. B．No contribution is too small to leave animpact.C．Each animal is important to nature. D．It is time to protect hummingbirds. 11．What is the best title for the text?A．Kenya Is Taking Action to Protect WildlifeB．Kenya Is in Face of Environmental ProblemsC．Kenya Improves Relationships with Their NeighborsD．Kenya Surprises the Public with a Holiday to Plant TreesDAre you a fan of birds? If so, you may have admired their beautiful colors and sweet songs. But do you know these feathered friends can actually do more than that?A new study published in the journal Scientific Reports finds that exposure to birds, either in the home or outdoors, can boost people’s moods.Researchers at King’s College London used a smartphone app built by the school’s Urban Mind project to collect the real-time feelings of study participants upon seeing or hearing a bird. A total of 1,292 people living in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States participated in the study which was conducted between April 2018 and October 2021.The app asked participants three times a day whether they could see or hear a bird followed by a series of questions on their mental well-being. Participants were also asked questions about whether they could see trees, plants or hear any water to see if people were experiencing better mental well-being due to being in or seeing nature, and not just because of exposure to birds.According to the study, the mental well-being of study participants with and without depression was significantly improved after seeing a bird or hearing birdsong compared to not seeing or hearing a bird.There is a growing number of studies that link spending time outdoors (either in green leafy places or next to bodies of water) to improved mental health. But there are few studies that look at how different aspects of nature can play into humans’ me ntal well-being.And while the study adds to the small pile of research on birds and mental health, the report marks the first time researchers have studied the responses to birds and mental well-being in real-time, according to Ryan Hammoud, lead author of the study.“They kind of examine nature as a single object when nature includes many different characteristics and features like trees, plants, water, birds,” said Hammoud, “We choose to focus on bird life to try and understand which specific characteristics of nature benefit mental well-being.”12．What is the purpose of paragraph 1?A．To introduce a phenomenon. B．To bring in the topic.C．To ask an interesting question. D．To provide background information. 13．How did the researchers conduct the study?A．By analyzing previous studies. B．By observing the behavior of birds.C．By gathering feelings of participants. D．By studying people’s effect on birds. 14．What does Hammoud think of the new study?A．Pioneering. B．Interesting. C．Conventional. D．Practical. 15．What is the main idea of the text?A．Bird watching has become a popular hobby.B．Exposure to birds can improve mental well-being.C．Nature is the best medicine for mental health issues.D．Spending time outdoors can impact mental health positively.第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。