上海市高一上学期期中英语试卷精选汇编：阅读理解专题
1 阅读理解专题 上海市奉贤区2020-2021学年高一第一学期期中调研测试英语试题 Section B Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) Our youngest daughter can be stubborn about receiving gifts, and I told her so. “Where do you think I get it from?” she asked. “I’m not stubborn when it comes to receiving gifts,” I said. “I used to be but not now.” She has a birthday coming up and we want to get her some new cowboy boots. Cowboy boots aren’t cheap, but we want to do something special and get her something she could use and enjoy for years to come. But my daughter is pushing back, saying she’s happy with her current boots-which are old and worn-out. I push back, she pushes back, and we become locked in a mother-daughter match over stubbornness and how much is too much to spend on a special gift. She thinks my husband and I do too much for her. I used to think the same thing about my parents—my parents weren’t rich, but they were generous. They kept saying they enjoyed giving me gifts, but all I could think about was how much money they were wasting on me. Years ago, I mentioned to a friend that I thought my mother overdid it when it came to buying gifts for her children. My friend, closer to my mothers age than mine, looked at me and said, “Who are you to tell your mother what she can do?” I wanted to argue with her, but I didn’t. I didn’t fully understand it then but I understand it now—now that I’m a grandmother myself. The longer you live, the more you see how often things go wrong. Marriages fail, friendships break down， family members become estranged, and accidents and illnesses cut lives short. There is a brokenness that fills many of our lives. So, when you see life going well, families working hard and growing strong, you want to celebrate. It took a lot of time for me to understand that giving is an expression of joy, as much as it is an 1
expression of love, understand where my daughter is coming from, but I also understand where my parents were coming from—a place of pure and simple joy celebrating those moments when life goes well. 26. Why did the author’s daughter try to refuse her mom’s gift? A. She had many boots to wear. B. She wanted something else for her birthday. C. She didn’t like the style of the boots. D. She didn’t want her mom to spend too much money. 27. The author began to understand her parents’ behavior after she ________. A. listened to her friends’ advice B. experienced brokenness in life C. communicated with her husband D. received gifts from other family members 28. The underlined word “estranged” most probably means “________”. A. lonely B. distant C. joyful D. complete 29. What does the author think about gift giving? A. It is the best way to express our love to others. B. It is an expression of hope for the future. C. It is a way to show our joy when life is going well
D. It is a way for people to escape bad things in life. 【答案】26. D 27. B 28. B 29. C (B) For years, the Empire State Building in New York was recognized as the tallest building in the world, but in recent decades, many much higher structures have been built. Read on to learn more about four of the tallest skyscrapers existing today. ● Buri Khalifa Buri Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is currently the tallest building in the world. The tower is part of a new development built on a man-made lake. Burj Khalifa has a distinctive shape so that the windows look out onto the Persian Gulf. A 304-room hotel occupies the lower floors and there is an observation deck on the 124th floor. The top floor is home to a private VIP club, closed to anyone except members. ● Shanghai World Financial Centre This skyscraper has the highest observation deck in the world, although the building itself is no longer the tallest. Construction stopped between 1998 and 2003 because of the Asian financial crisis, but it was eventually finished in 2008. The most distinctive feature in its design is the geometric opening
2023-2024学年上海师范大学附属中学闵行分校高一上学期期中考试英语试卷
2023-2024学年上海师范大学附属中学闵行分校高一上学期期中考试英语试卷1. I borrow the book Sherlock Holmes from the library last week, ______ my classmates recommended to me.A．who B．whichC．when D．Where2. He wrote many children’ s books, nearly half of _______were published in the 1990s.A．whom B．whichC．them D．that3. （2015·安徽）Some experts think reading is the fundamental skill upon________ school education depends.A．it B．thatC．whose D．which4. It is a truly delightful place, ________looks the same as it must have done 100 years ago with its winding streets and pretty cottages.A．as B．whereC．that D．which5. The books on the desk, covers are shiny, are prizes for us.A．which B．what C．whose D．that6. Among the many dangers__________ sailors have to face, probably the greatest of all is fog.A．which B．whatC．where D．when7. English is a language shared by several diverse cultures, _________ uses it differently.A．all of which B．each of which C．all of them D．each of them 8. We’ll start off as we planned ________.A．no matter he will come or not B．no matter whether he will come or not C．whether is he coming or not D．whether he comes or not9. To my delight, there was my purse in the back seat of the taxi, ________ the driver couldn’t possibly have seen it before.A．that B．which C．where D．when10. They wouldn’t let their cat outside ________ it would get run over.A．otherwise B．supposing C．for fear that D．so that11. I’ll go to the party with you ________ you don’t wear those strange trousers.A．on condition that B．as soon as C．as though D．in this case12. The production of TV commercials must be professional ________ they aim at promoting goods, or public education.A．whether B．no matter how C．however D．whenever13. The great use of a school education is not so much to teach you things ________ to teach you the art of learning.A．than B．rather than C．nor D．as14. You may use my room as you like, ________ you clean it up afterwards.A．so far as B．as well as C．as soon as D．so long as15. Who did the teacher ________ an article for the wall newspaper?A．has write B．have write C．has written D．have written 16. Unless he ________ to help us, we shall lose the game.A．promises B．will promise C．would promise D．had promised 17. It will not be long before that young man ________ me again.A．will meet B．has met C．meets D．would meet18. It is not the instruments a scientist uses but rather how he uses the instruments that ______ him a scientist.A．makes B．is made C．made D．make19. The son of your neighbour’s ________ noises! What a nuisance!A．always make B．will alwaysmake C．always made D．is alwaysmaking20. If you climb mountains in such bad weather, you ________ trouble.A．ask for B．have asked for C．would ask for D．are asking for 21. I _______ to write a letter to John this morning, but I _______ no time.A．hoped, have B．hoped, had C．had hoped, have D．had hoped, had 22. By the time Jack returned home from England, his son .A．graduated B．has graduatedC．had been graduating D．had graduated23. The crazy fans______ patiently for two hours, and they would wait till Ang Lee,the winner of best-director Ocar arrived.A．were waiting B．had been waitingC．had waited D．would wait24. Debbie couldn’t understand why her computer crashed, for it _________ perfectly for as long as she could remember.A．has been working B．was working C．had beenworkingD．has worked25. The changing definition of portraiture ________ shifting attitudes to it.A．reflects B．regrets C．changes D．improves26. It is ________ of her to keep others waiting for her.A．practical B．magical C．logical D．typical27. Other cultures may use silence in other ways, particularly when dealing with conflicts among people or in relationships of people with different ________ of power.A．appointments B．amounts C．exploration D．description28. In the world of programming, developers often need to ________ to various requests and issues that arise during the development process.A．respond B．adapt C．turn D．inspire29. We made a reservation in advance ________ the restaurant was busy.A．in all B．in response C．in case D．in result30. The police refuse to ________ on whether anyone has been arrested.A．comment B．comfort C．conflict D．context Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Time to fight gaming problemIf you’re a gamer constantly 31 (glue) to your phone, it could be time to ask for medical help. On June 18, the WHO officially listed “gaming disorder” 32 a mental illness, like drug or gambling addiction.Video gaming is like a non-financial kind of gambling from a psychological point of view. Gamblers use money as a way of keeping score, 33 gamers use points.However, playing your favorite game every now and then is no reason to be worried. People need to understand this doesn’t mean every child who spends hours playing games 34 (be) an addict, otherwise doctors 35 (flood) with requests for help.But according to the WHO, 36 you lose control over your gaming habits and put gaming above everything else in life, you should be prepared to face serious problems. According to a study published by China Youth Day in July, about one in five young Chinese play online video games for at least four to five hours per day.Thankfully, measures have been taken 37 (address) the problem. In April, the Ministry of Education issued a notice asking Chinese schools and parents to prevent students from becoming addicted to the Internet and games.Other countries have also taken action. In 2011, South Korea passed a “shutdown law” to stop children under the age of 16 from playing video games between the hours of midnight and 6 am. Meanwhile, in Japan, some mobile phones have a special mode for children 38 lets their parents control what games they can download and 39 they can play them for. In the United States, the Entertainment Software Rating Board, a nonprofit organization, puts age restrictions on most games, 40 (mean) the children under a certain age are unable to buy them.Direction: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box, each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. basisB. sceneC. routineD. stressfulE. embarrassedF. indicateG. acquire H. deliver L. tear J. range K. bear41. A traditional Hebridean style cottage, constructed of stonewalls, offers a fantastic opportunity to ________ a unique holiday cottage which has excellent income producing potential.42. Photos of the crime ________ began to arrive within twenty minutes.43. She had decided she must go on as usual ________, follow her normal and hope and pray.44. School children around the world are being exposed on a daily ________ to cigarette advertising and promotions by a tobacco industry that needs to recruit the young to maintain its vast profits.45. The ________ of temperature during the day varied significantly, from a low of 10 degrees to a high of 25 degrees.46. As we all know, ________ situations can lead to a variety of physical and emotional symptoms, such as increased heart rate, muscle tension, and anxiety.47. He became ________ when a journalist asked him tricky questions about his finances.48. The president will ________ a speech at the opening ceremony of the national park.49. I can’t ________ people who make judgments and label me without really know what I am.50. What was thought to be a slight pull (拉伤) is actually a full ________ and he will go into hospital on Monday.Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.How sound and colour influence the taste of foodThe sound people hear while they are eating food can change the way they think it tastes, scientists have discovered. In fact, researchers have also found that changing the colour of a food can influence the flavour 51 by consumers. Food manufacturers are now hoping to 52 the findings in an attempt to make their foods more appealing.It was 53 thought that the sense of taste and smell were the only human senses that played a role in experiencing flavour. Professor Charles Spence, a sensory psychologist at Oxford University, is a leading expert in his field. He believes that it is possible to change the flavor of food simply by exciting people’s sense of hearing. For example, listening to waves hitting the sea shore can make 54 detect seafood flavours.Professor Spence has also discovered that 55 changing the colour of a food can influence the way it tastes. He found that by changing a drink from yellow to a deep red, it is possible to make it taste up to 12 per cent sweeter than it really is. He said: ‘This colour has strong 56 with very ripe f ruit.’Flavour is not just as simple as the way something tastes, as all the other senses come into 57 and some can dominate the way the brain will 58 a food. Ice cream activates a part of the brain which is just behind the eyes and is where emotions are 59 . By melting, it changes its physical 60 and creates contrasts that continually keep your senses interested.So next time you are in a restaurant or a supermarket, or just sitting down at home to eat something, think about whether your choices have been influenced by sound or colour. You may be surprised!Warning: Don’t make big decisions from high elevationsYou definitely don’t want to have your head in the clouds when making a crucial financial decision. But who could have thought our decisions are literally influenced by altitude?As in, what floor you happen to be on when considering something. If it’s a high elevation, like the top floor of an office tower, chances are you’ll embrace ______ a little more than you would on the ground floor, according to researchers from Miami University. The study, published this month in the Journal of Consumer Psychology, suggests you may want a(n) ______ advisor to work from a ground-floor office rather than the top floor. And it gives new, literal ______ to the idea that you should stay grounded when making big decisions. “When you increase elevation, there is a(n)______ effect on the sense of power,” lead author Sina Esteky, PhD, noted in a release. “This heighted feeling of power ______ in more risk-seek ing behavior.”For the study, Esteky’s team interviewed people as they were ascending and descending in the glass elevator of a tall building. They found the ______ of the elevator strongly influenced the level of risk-aversion among participants. They were more likely, ______, to take more gambles on the way to the 74th floor—but their decisions became far more grounded as they neared, well, the ground. Another experiment ______ people who were either on the ground floor or the third floor of a university building. Each group was asked to make 10 decisions of ______ risk levels. Guess which group made the most risky decisions? What was it about higher elevations that made the participants feel braver? Researchers theorized it could have something to do with the perception that elevation gives people a(n) ______ of power and authority.Risk seems a lot smaller when seen from above — literally. That idea seemed to hold ______ in further experiments. When participants were told their decisions were being influenced by elevation,the effect ______ disappeared. Likewise, “elevation effect” wasn’t a factor for people mired in cubicles (困在隔间里) who couldn’t see how high up they were.“The important lesson is that when people become aware of the ______ impact of el evation, it doesn’t happen anymore,” Esteky says. ‘The brain is very sensitive to subtle ______ factors, but also really good at correcting for such effects, so ______ can help us be more rational in our decisions.”61.A．function B．risk C．process D．sense62.A．crucial B．social C．financial D．economical63.A．emphasis B．conflict C．power D．pressure64.A．subconscious B．aware C．unconscious D．conscientious65.A．takes B．results C．leads D．comes66.A．field B．respect C．direction D．period67.A．in general B．by contrast C．in conclusion D．for instance68.A．resulted in B．concerned with C．accounted for D．taken over69.A．increasing B．rising C．varying D．decreasing70.A．sense B．change C．difference D．impression71.A．deliberate B．delicate C．real D．true72.A．fortunately B．completely C．mostly D．barely73.A．potential B．huge C．extra D．eager74.A．temporary B．past C．seasonal D．situational75.A．discipline B．satisfaction C．awareness D．confidence Disneyland’s opening day, July 17, 1955, was a terrible experience. Rides broke down. Restaurants ran out of food and drink and drinking fountains were in short supply... All in front of a national audience of 90million, then the largest live broadcast in television history on a day that would be known in Disney history as Black Sunday.But Disney’s story actually started two decades earlier with what Walt Disney called “Daddy’s Day”. On Saturdays in the 1930s and 1940s, Disney would take his two daughters to ride the Griffith Park merry-go-round, which they’d enjoy while he sat on a bench dreaming of ways for families to have fun together. Disney disliked the amusement parks they often visited, seeing them as dirty, unimaginative places run by rude employees.He thought he could do better. In 1939 he asked two animators (动画片制作者) at his movie studio to work on a plan for an amusement park. By 1952 the idea had expanded into a $1.5 million amusement park proposal that he presented to Burbank. The City Council, which feared such a project would create a carnival (嘉年华) atmosphere, rejected the proposal. Disney counted the rejection as fortunate setback. By now, his dream for a theme park had gone beyond the space available in Burbank. He searched locations throughout Southern California. A 160-acre orange garden, 22 miles south of Los Angeles, was soon selected.The ABC television network offered $5 million in loans and investments if Disney agreed to produce and host a one-hour weekly show called "Disneyland". The deal amounted to months of free advertising for the park and allowed Disney to introduce TV audiences, particularly kids, to the park. Disneyland opened then. The 5,000 expected guests increased to 28, 154, thanks to fake tickets. After the madness of opening day, Disney and his new park were criticized in the press. The media predicted a quick and early end. But the public didn’t listen. Visitors arrived in large groups, and within weeks Disneyland was a success.Over sixty years later, Disneyland’s popularity continues to grow, with total overall attendance topping 700 million and showing no signs of slowing down.76. What mainly led to Walt Disney’s plan to build his own amusement park?A．His ambition to expand beyond the movie industry.B．His animators’ suggestion on an entertainment plan.C．His wish to create a better place for family recreation.D．His daughters’ unpleasant experience in the Griffith Park.77. By “Disney counted the rejection as a fortunate setback” in paragraph 3, the auth or means the rejection ________.A．brought good luck to Disney and his parkB．contributed to the difficulty of opening the parkC．was viewed as a financial obstacle to the design of the parkD．presented Disney with a favorable opportunity to rethink his plan78. What can be learned about Disneyland from the passage?A．Everything went on smoothly before it opened.B．It spent $5 million on advertising for its opening.C．People’s enthusiasm for it increased despite criticism.D．Only invited guests could get into it on its opening day.79. Which is the best title for the passage?A．Disneyland: How It All Began B．Disneyland: An Overnight SuccessC．Disneyland: How It Developed D．Disneyland: A Park with a Long HistoryA．an advertisement for enrolling new employeesB．a school report at the end of an academic yearC．a self-introduction meant to apply for a jobD．a part of a recommendation letter from a university81. According to the “Experience” section, we can infer that Donald Sloan can be _____.A．a wise leader B．a skillful performerC．a gifted scientist D．a good social worker82. From the passage we can learn that Donald Sloan ______.A．is good at singing and dancing B．is about to graduate from a universityC．has an interest in being a surgeon D．specializes in psychologyThe idea that richer countries are happier may seem intuitively obvious. However, in 1974, research by economist Richard Easterlin found otherwise, He discovered that while individuals with higher incomes were more likely to be happy, this did not hold at a national level. In the United States, for example, average income per person rose steadily between 1946 and 1970, but reported happiness levels showed no positive long-term trend.; in fact, they declined between 1060 and 1970. These differences between nation-level and individual results gave rise to the term “ Easterlin paradox”: the idea that a higher rate of economic growth does not result in higher long-term happiness.Having access to additional income seems to only provide a temporary surge in happiness. Since a certain minimum income is needed for basic necessities, it’s po ssible that the happiness boost from extra cash isn’t that great once you rise above the poverty line. This would explain Easterlin’s findings in the United States and other developed countries. He argued that life satisfaction does rise with average incomes but only in the short term.Recent research has challenged the Easternlin paradox, however. In2013, sociologists Ruut Veenhoven and Floris Vergunst conducted a study using statistics from the World Database of Happiness. Their analysis revealed a positive correlation between economic growth and happiness. Another study by the University of Michigan found that there is no maximum wealth threshold at which more money ceases to contribute to your happiness: “If there is a satiation point, we are yet to reac h it.” The study’s findings suggested that every extra dollar you earn makes you happier. With a much debate about the relationship between money and happiness, it’s clear that happiness itself is a complex concept and depends on many factors.According to psychologists Selin Kesebir and Shigehiro Oishi, happiness also depends on how your income compares to the people around you. They argue that a country’s economic growth only makes its citizens happier if wealth is evenly distributed. In emerging countries with high income inequality——where the rich get richer and the poor get poorer——average happiness tends to drop because only relatively few people benefit from the economic prosperity. This suggests thatgovernments should consider implementing policies to ensure more equal distribution of wealth. The happier people are, the more productive they are likely to become, thus leading to improved economic outcomes at the individual and national levels.There is continuing debate about the link between wealth and happiness, with arguments both for and against the notion that richer countries are happier. However, it is clear that wealth alone isn’t enough to make us happy. The effect of income inequality on happiness shows that happiness is a social responsibility. We need to remember the positive effects of generosity, altruism, and building social connections. Perhaps our focus should be less on how m uch money we have, and more on how we use it.83. According to the passage, Easterlin Paradox refers to______.A．the fact that the more money, the happier people will feelB．the suggestion that money should be given the top priorityC．the question how economic outcomes are distributed nationwideD．the opinion that higher income doesn’t necessarily generate happiness84. The word “satiation” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to “______”.A．satisfaction B．controversial C．central D．sensitive85. What is the major reason for people’s unhappiness related to money?A．Money not enough. B．Money not fairly dirtributed.C．Rich people richer D．Unequal money paid for equal work. 86. Which of the following might be best title of this passage?A．It’s all relative B．Easternlin paradoxC．The economic of happiness D．Rising income, rising happiness Globalization has significantly influenced food consumption in most parts of world, but one country whose food has a long history of being globalized is Italy. If you walk down any main street in any major world city, you will find at least one Italian restaurant. Furthermore, Italy has seen changes in its own eating habits due to influence from other countries.Food has always been very important for Italian families. Italians take a lot of pride in the making and preparation of food. Until recently, pastas — a basic Italian food — would have been made by people in their local area. Families would also have made the sauces to eat with the pasta at home.87Nowadays, however, Italian eating habits appear to have changed. People no longer spend so much time preparing their meals. Indeed, frozen or takeaway Italian meals have become very popular in Italy. Furthermore, dried pasta is now mass-produced and sold relatively cheaply in the last five years, according to one manufacturer. 88 This trend is more common in urban areas such as Rome, Milan and Venice, although many smaller towns are also experiencing similar changes.These changes have both advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side, globalization has increased the range of food available in Italy. Italians now have much more choice in terms of what they eat. They also do not need to spend so long preparing and making food, unless of course they want to. In contrast, it can be argued that large restaurant chains are becoming increasingly powerful, resulting in the destruction of local and national specialties. 8990 Convenience foods have replaced many of the traditional home-cooked meals, and the availability of foreign fruits has greatly increased. While this extra choice is welcomed by some, others fear that the damage it may cause to Italian traditions.92. 在团队精神的鼓舞下，每个足球运动员都对比赛做出了自己的贡献。
上外版英语高一上学期期中试题与参考答案(2024年)
2024年上外版英语高一上学期期中模拟试题与参考答案一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、How old is the student who is interviewing for a part-time job?A) 16 years oldB) 17 years oldC) 18 years oldD) 19 years oldAnswer: B) 17 years oldExplanation: The student mentions that they are 17 years old during the interview process for the part-time job.2、What is the main reason the student is interested in the job at the library?A) To improve their reading skillsB) To make new friendsC) To earn some extra moneyD) To learn about library managementAnswer: C) To earn some extra moneyExplanation: The student explicitly states that they are looking for a job to earn some extra money, which is a common reason for taking on part-time work.3、What does the man suggest the woman do?A. Take a taxi to the airport.B. Go to the concert with him.C. Catch the train to the city center.D. Borrow his car for the weekend.Answer: A.Explanation: In the dialogue, the man hears that the woman is worried about missing her flight due to heavy traffic. He then suggests that she might want to take a taxi to ensure she arrives on time.4、Where did the woman find her keys?A. In the kitchen.B. On the table.C. In her pocket.D. Under the sofa cushion.Answer: B.Explanation: The man asks the woman where she finally found her keys since she was looking for them everywhere. She responds by saying that they were right where she had left them, on the table.5、You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen carefully and choose the best answer to the following question.Question: How many days will the girl go to the beach?A. 3 daysB. 4 daysC. 5 daysD. 6 daysAnswer: B. 4 daysExplanation: In the conversation, the girl says, “I’m going to the beach for four days this weekend.” Therefore, the correct answer is B. 4 days.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、What does the woman suggest the man do?A) Study harder for his next exam.B) Go out and enjoy the nice weather.C) Join her for a cup of coffee.D) Cancel their plans for the afternoon.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, the woman remarks on the beautiful day outside and suggests that the man take a break from studying to go for a walk and enjoy the sunshine. Therefore, the correct answer is B, indicating she suggests he go out and enjoy the nice weather.Conversation 2(Conversation is played.)2、Why can’t the man attend the movie tonight?A) He has homework to complete.B) He is not feeling well.C) He has to work late.D) He already saw the movie.Answer: AExplanation: During the exchange, the man mentions that he has a lot of reading to finish for his history class tomorrow and regrets that he won’t be able to make it to the cinema. Hence, the correct choice is A, stating that he has homework to complete.Please remember this is a simulated version and should be used as a reference for creating actual examination materials.3、What is the main topic of the lecture about the author’s experience?A. The challenges of moving to a new country.B. The benefits of learning a new language.C. The author’s first day at school in China.D. The author’s favorite foods in China.Answer: CExplanation: The main topic of the lecture revolves around the author’s first da y at school in China, which is clearly mentioned in the speaker’s introduction to the experience.4、Why does the speaker mention the weather in the new city?A. To compare it with the author’s hometown.B. To describe the author’s first impression.C. To explain the difficulty of adjusting to a new climate.D. To show the importance of weather in cultural differences.Answer: BExplanation: The speaker mentions the weather to describe the author’s first impression of the new city, setting the stage for the overall experience and the challenges faced.5、What did the man probably do yesterday?A. He went hiking.B. He stayed at home.C. He visited his friend.D. He went shopping.Answer: A. He went hiking.Explanation: The dialogue indicates that the man mentioned he was tired because he climbed a mountain yesterday, which suggests he went hiking.6、How does the woman feel about the upcoming exam?A. ConfidentB. WorriedC. IndifferentD. ExcitedAnswer: B. WorriedExplanation: The woman expressed concern over the amount of material she has yet to study for the exam, indicating that she feels worried about it.Passage Two(Recording plays)Note:The questions and answers above are hypothetical examples and should be adapted according to the actual content of the listening passages used in the exam. The students would need to listen carefully to the recordings to get the correct information to answer the questions accurately.7.You are listening to a conversation between two students, Sarah and Tom, discussing their upcoming science project.Sarah: Hey Tom, have you decided what topic you’re going to choose for your science project?Tom: Yeah, I think I’m going to do something about renewable energy. I’m really interested in how we can produce clean energy without harming the environment.Sarah: That sounds interesting! What kind of renewable energy are you focusing on?Tom: I’m thinking about wind energy. I’ve heard that it’s becoming more efficient and cost-effective these days.Sarah: Oh, that’s cool. Do you have any specific ideas for your project?Tom: Well, I’m planning to build a small wind turbine and test its efficiency in our school’s courtyard. I want to see how much energy it can generate.Q uestion: What is Tom’s main focus for his science project?A)Solar energyB)Wind energyC)Hydroelectric energyD)Geothermal energyAnswer: B) Wind energyExplanation: In the conversation, Tom mentions that he is interested in renewable energy and specifically chooses wind energy as his topic for the project.8.Listen to a short interview with Dr. Liu, a university professor, discussing the importance of online learning during the pandemic.Interviewer: Dr. Liu, thank you for joining us today. Can you tell us about the benefits of online learning during the pandemic?Dr. Liu: Absolutely. Online learning has provided students with the flexibility to continue their education from the safety of their homes. It has also allowed for more personalized learning experiences.Interviewer: That’s true. How do you think online learning has impacted students’ social skills?Dr. Liu: It’s a valid concern. While online learning can be isolating, it also offers opportunities for students to collaborate and communicate through digita l platforms. However, it’s important for schools to provide guidance on maintaining social connections.Interviewer: You mentioned personalized learning experiences. Can you give an example?Dr. Liu: Sure, many online learning platforms offer adaptive learning technologies that can adjust the difficulty level of content based on individual student needs. This ensures that each student can learn at their own pace.Question: What is Dr. Liu’s op inion on the impact of online learning on students’ social skills during the pandemic?A)It has greatly improved social skills.B)It has had a negative impact on social skills.C)It has no impact on social skills.D)It has had a positive impact on social skills.Answer: B) It has had a negative impact on social skills.Explanation: Dr. Liu expresses concerns about the potential negative impact of online learning on social skills, suggesting that while it offers communication opportunities, it can also be isolating.9、What did the woman do on Sunday?A) She prepared for her presentation.B) She went out with friends.C) She went to the library.D) She watched movies at home.Answer: C) She went to the library.Explanation: The woman mentions that she went to the library on Sunday, which was surprisingly quiet. This directly corresponds to option C.10、What did the man think of the restaurant he visited?A) It was too noisy.B) It was not very good.C) He didn’t like the food.D) He enjoyed the experience.Answer: D) He enjoyed the experience.Explanation: The man states that the food was fantastic and that they all enjoyed the dinner, indicating a positive experience, which matches option D.11.You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen to the conversation and answer the question.Question: What does the girl plan to do this weekend?A) Visit a museumB) Go to the beachC) Help her friend moveD) Stay at home and studyAnswer: C) Help her friend moveExplanation: In the conversation, the girl mentions that she will be helping her friend move to a new apartment this weekend, so the correct answer is optionC.12.You will hear a short interview with a famous author. Listen to the interview and answer the question.Question: What inspired the author to write their latest book?A) A personal experienceB) A historical eventC) A dreamD) A popular bookAnswer: A) A personal experienceExplanation: The author in the interview explicitly states that their latest book was inspired by a personal experience they had, making option A the correct answer.13.You will hear a conversation between two students discussing a recent science fair. Listen to the conversation and answer the question. Question: What is the name of the science project that the students are talking about?A. The Solar Energy ProjectB. The Water Purification ProjectC. The Wind Power ProjectD. The Biodegradable Materials ProjectAnswer: B. The Water Purification ProjectExplanation: In the conversation, the students mention that they are discussing a project related to cleaning water, which directly points to option B, “The Water Purification Project.”14.You will hear a short interview with a famous author. Listen to the interview and answer the question.Question: Why does the author believe that reading is important for students?A. It helps improve their writing skills.B. It exposes them to a variety of perspectives.C. It teaches them about different cultures.D. It encourages critical thinking.Answer: B. It exposes them to a variety of perspectives.Explanation: During the interview, the author emphasizes that reading books from different genres and authors allows students to explore various viewpoints, which is why option B, “It exposes them to a variety of perspectives,” is the correct answer.15.A. 8:00B. 8:30C. 9:00D. 9:30Answer: B. 8:30Explanation: In the conversation, the speakers are discussing their schedules for the morning. The woman mentions that she has a meeting at 8:30, which is the only specific time mentioned in the dialogue. The other options are not mentioned or implied.三、阅读第一节（第1题7.5分，其余每题10分，总37.5分）第一题Reading passage:William Shakespeare, born in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, in 1564,is considered the greatest playwright and poet in the English language. His work, which includes 37 plays, 154 sonnets, and two long narrative poems, has had a profound influence on West ern literature. Shakespeare’s plays are categorized into four main types: tragedies, comedies, histories, and tragedies.1.Shakespeare was born in __________.a) Londonb) Stratford-upon-Avonc) Edinburghd) Dublin2.How many plays, sonnets, and narrative poems are included in Shakespeare’s work?a) 37 plays, 154 sonnets, and 2 poemsb) 37 plays, 154 sonnets, and 1 poemc) 37 plays, 154 poems, and 2 sonnetsd) 37 poems, 154 plays, and 2 sonnets3.What are the four main types of Shakespeare’s plays?a) Tragedies, comedies, histories, and mysteriesb) Tragedies, comedies, histories, and romancesc) Tragedies, comedies, histories, and tragediesd) Tragedies, comedies, sonnets, and histories4.Which of the following is NOT a type of Shakespeare’s play?a) Tragedyb) Comedyc) Noveld) HistoryAnswers:1.b2.a3.b4.c第二题Passage:The following is an excerpt from a travel article about the ancient city of Rome.Rome, the Eternal City, has a rich history that dates back over 2,500 years. It is one of the most visited cities in the world, attracting millions of tourists every year. The city is renowned for its numerous ancient ruins, magnificent architecture, and vibrant culture.One of the most iconic landmarks in Rome is the Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheater. Built in the 1st century AD, it was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles. The Colosseum is a symbol of Roman power and grandeur, and it remains one of the most awe-inspiring structures in the world.Another famous site is the Pantheon, a temple dedicated to all the gods. Completed in AD 125, it is considered one of the best-preserved ancient buildingsin the world. The Pantheon’s massive dome, designed by the famous architect Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, is a marvel of engineering.The Roman Forum, the city’s ancient heart, was the center of Roman public life. It was home to government buildings, temples, and marketplaces. Today, it is a vast archaeological site that offers a glimpse into the daily life of ancient Rome.The Trevi Fountain, one of the most famous fountains in the world, is located in the heart of Rome. Designed by Nicola Salvi and completed in 1762, it is a stunning example of Baroque architecture. legend has it that throwing a coin into the fountain three times ensures a return visit to Rome.Questions:1、What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To provide a historical overview of Rome.B. To describe the architecture of Rome.C. To give information on famous landmarks in Rome.D. To discuss the cultural significance of Rome.2、According to the passage, when was the Colosseum built?A. In the 1st century BCB. In the 1st century ADC. In the 2nd century BCD. In the 2nd century AD3、Who is credited with the design of the Pantheon’s dome?A. AugustusB. Marcus Vitruvius PollioC. MichelangeloD. Bernini4、What is the Trevi Fountain known for?A. It is the oldest fountain in Rome.B. It is the largest fountain in Rome.C. It is the most famous fountain in the world.D. It is the most Baroque fountain in Rome.Answers:1、C2、B3、B4、C第三题Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions below.The Internet has become an integral part of our daily lives. It has revolutionized the way we communicate, access information, and even conduct business. However, along with its numerous benefits, the Internet also brings along a host of challenges, especially for the younger generation.One of the most significant challenges is the issue of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying refers to the use of electronic communication to bully, harass,or intimidate others. It can happen through social media platforms, email, instant messaging, and other online channels. According to a recent survey, one in three teenagers has been a victim of cyberbullying.Another challenge is the potential for addiction to online activities. With the rise of smartphones and social media, many young people spend excessive amounts of time on the Internet, often at the expense of their academic performance, physical health, and social relationships. This addiction can lead to a range of negative consequences, including anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts.Despite these challenges, the Internet also offers numerous benefits. It provides access to a vast amount of information, enables global communication, and facilitates learning opportunities. For example, online courses and educational resources have made it easier for students to supplement their classroom learning.1、What is the main topic of the passage?A. The benefits of the InternetB. The challenges of the InternetC. The role of the Internet in educationD. The impact of the Internet on young people2、According to the passage, what is cyberbullying?A. The use of electronic communication to harm othersB. The use of social media platforms to promote a causeC. The use of email to share informationD. The use of instant messaging to communicate with friends3、What is one of the negative consequences of Internet addiction?A. Improved academic performanceB. Enhanced physical healthC. Strengthened social relationshipsD. Anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts4、What does the passage suggest about the role of the Internet in education?A. It hinders students’ learningB. It is not beneficial for studentsC. It provides access to a vast amount of information and facilitates learning opportunitiesD. It is a distraction for studentsAnswers:1、D2、A3、D4、C第四题Passage:In the small coastal town of Vida, the local library has always been a hub of community activity. The library, named after the town’s founder, Mr.CarlosVida, is a modest but well-loved building. The librarian, Mrs. Elena Ramirez, has been with the library for over 30 years and is well-known for her warm personality and extensive knowledge of the town’s history.One autumn afternoon, a young man named Alex arrived at the library. He was looking for a book that would help him understand the history of his ancestors who had settled in Vida over a century ago. Mrs. Ramirez greeted him warmly and suggested a few books that she thought would be helpful. As Alex browsed through the shelves, he found an old, leather-bound book titled “The Vida Legacy.” The book wa s filled with stories and photographs that chronicled the lives of the Vida family from their arrival in Vida to the present day.1、What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To introduce the librarian at the Vida library.B. To discuss the history of the Vida family.C. To describe the community activities at the Vida library.D. To highlight the importance of libraries in small towns.Answer: B2、Why did Alex visit the Vida library?A. To find a book about local community activities.B. To learn about the history of his ancestors.C. To meet Mrs. Elena Ramirez.D. To return a borrowed book.Answer: B3、What is the significance of the book “The Vida Legacy” in the context of the passage?A. It is a popular fiction novel.B. It is the library’s most expensi ve book.C. It contains historical information about the Vida family.D. It is the librarian’s favorite book.Answer: C4、What can be inferred about Mrs. Elena Ramirez from the passage?A. She is a recent graduate of a library science program.B. She has no interest in the town’s history.C. She has a vast knowledge of the town’s history and is well-liked by the community.D. She dislikes interacting with library visitors.Answer: C四、阅读第二节（12.5分）Reading Section IIPassage:On a chilly autumn morning, the school library at Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) bustled with activity. Students were scattered around the room, engaged in various tasks. Liu Mei, a first-year high school student, sat at a table, deeply immersed in a book. Her eyes sparkled with curiosity asshe read about the adventures of a young explorer. Across from her sat Zhang Wei, another first-year student, who was diligently working on a group project. He occasionally glanced at the clock, checking the time before returning to his work. Nearby, a group of students discussed the latest science discoveries, their voices filled with excitement.Suddenly, the library door swung open, and a teacher, Ms. Wang, entered. She walked over to Liu Mei and Zhang Wei, placing a stack of papers on the table. “Liu Mei, Zhang Wei, you have a quiz to complete,” she announced. The students exchanged glances, slightly taken aback by the unexpected quiz.As the quiz began, Liu Mei quickly filled in the blanks, her fingers moving swiftly across the page. Zhang Wei, however, was not as prepared. He struggled with some of the questions, but he continued to work diligently, determined to do his best.After what felt like an eternity, the quiz was over. Ms. Wang collected the papers and began grading them. The students waited anxiously, hoping for high scores. As the results were announced, Liu Mei’s name was called first. She had scored an impressive 95%. Zhang Wei followed, with a score of 85%. The rest of the class was filled with mixed emotions, from joy to disappointment.Questions:1.What was the setting of the passage?A) A classroomB) A school libraryC) A science labD) A sports field2.What were Liu Mei and Zhang Wei doing when Ms. Wang entered the library?A) Talking loudlyB) Working on separate projectsC) Reading booksD) Playing a game3.How did Liu Mei feel while reading the book?A) BoredB) CuriousC) TiredD) Annoyed4.What was the purpose of the quiz?A) To check students’ understanding of the materialB) To punish the students for their behaviorC) To determine which student is the smartestD) To keep the students busy5.What were the scores of Liu Mei and Zhang Wei?A) Liu Mei: 85%, Zhang Wei: 95%B) Liu Mei: 95%, Zhang Wei: 85%C) Liu Mei: 80%, Zhang Wei: 90%D) Liu Mei: 90%, Zhang Wei: 80%Answers:1.B2.B3.B4.A5.B五、语言运用第一节 _ 完形填空（15分）Section V: Language UsePart A: ClozeRead the following passage and fill in each blank with one word that best fits the context. Choose from the options given.Our planet Earth is a fascinating place, and one of the most intriguing aspects of it is the diversity of life forms that inhabit it. From the tiniest microorganisms to the largest mammals, each species plays a unique role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. One such species is the (1) __________, which has been a subject of interest for scientists for centuries.The (2)__________of the giraffe’s neck has long been a mystery. At first glance, it seems illogical that an animal would evolve such an(3)__________feature. However, scientists have discovered that the giraffe’s long neck is actually an adaptation to its environment. Living in the African savannah, giraffes often have to (4)__________for food at heights that other animals cannot reach. The (5)__________neck allows them to access leaves from tall trees and survive on a diet that is rich in nutrients.Another interesting aspect of the giraffe’s anatomy is its (6) __________. Giraffes have a very long neck, but their hearts are proportionally larger than those of other animals. This is to ensure that blood can flow (7)__________to the brain and other par ts of the body. The giraffe’s legs are also very long and strong, which helps them to run at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour to escape from predators.Despite their impressive physical characteristics, giraffes face numerous challenges in the wild. They are (8)__________by poachers who hunt them for their hides, and their natural habitats are being destroyed by human activities such as deforestation and agriculture. Conservation efforts are essential to protect these majestic creatures.In conclusion, the giraffe is a remarkable animal that has evolved unique adaptations to survive in its environment. Its (9)__________and strong legs allow it to reach food sources that other animals cannot access, and its large heart ensures that blood can flow efficiently throughout its body. By studying the giraffe, scientists can gain valuable insights into the process of evolution and the importance of maintaining biodiversity.(1)__________A. creatureB. phenomenonC. mysteryD. wonder(2)__________A. historyB. originC. theoryD. evolution(3)__________A. unnecessaryB. uniqueC. impressiveD. disadvantageous(4)__________A. searchB. forageC. huntD. gather(5)__________A. flexibleB. sturdyC. elongatedD. flexible(6)__________A. eyesightB. heartC. legsD. neck(7)__________A. slowlyB. quicklyC. smoothlyD. efficiently(8)__________A. threatenedB. protectedC. admiredD. feared(9)__________A. strengthB. agilityC. longevityD. intelligence Answer Key:(1)A(2)B(3)A(4)B(5)C(6)B(7)D(8)A(9)A六、语言运用第二节 _ 语法填空（15分）填空题目：Choose the correct form of the word in parentheses to complete each sentence.1.Mr. Green always had a (a) [blank] attitude towards everyone he met.2.The townspeople decided to organize a (a) [blank] to raise money for Mr. Green’s medical expenses.3.Mr. Green’s coffee was so (a) [blank] that it was often referred to as the “magic brew.”4.The townspeople were determined to (a) [blank] Mr. Green as soon as possible.5.Mr. Green was known for his (a) [blank] actions and kind words.6.The townspeople held a (a) [blank] event in the town square.7.Mr. Green’s friends and family were (a) [blank] about his recovery.8.The townspeople felt a (a) [blank] of gratitude towards Mr. Green.9.Mr. Green’s coffee shop was a (a) [blank] gathering place for thetownspeople.10.The townspeople were (a) [blank] to help Mr. Green during his illness.选项：a)differentb)specialc)immediated)gratefule)wonderfulf)immediateg)differenth)speciali)gratefulj)wonderful答案：1.b) special2.b) special3.e) wonderful4.c) immediate5.e) wonderful6.b) special7.d) grateful8.i) grateful9.b) special10.d) grateful七、写作第一节 _ 应用文写作（15分）七、写作第一节应用文写作Task: Write a letter to your school librarian, expressing your gratitude for the resources available to you and suggesting a book you would like to recommend for the school library. The letter should be formal and include the following points:1.Introduction of yourself and your appreciation for the library resources.2.Specific book recommendation, including the title, author, and a brief reason for your choice.3.Closing with a polite request for the librarian to consider your recommendation.Example:[Your Name][Your Address][City, State, Zip Code][Email Address][Date][Librarian’s Name]School Library[School Name][School Address][City, State, Zip Code]Dear [Librarian’s Name],I hope this letter finds you well. My name is [Your Name], and I am a student in [Your Grade/Class]. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional resources our school library has to offer. The variety of books and materials available has been incredibly beneficial to my academic pursuits and personal growth.I would like to recommend a book that I believe would greatly enrich our school library collection. The title is “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak.This novel, narrated by Death, offers a unique perspective on the horrors of World War II and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a beautifully written story that has deeply impacted me and I am confident it would resonate with many of my fellow students.The Book Thief not only provides historical insight but also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of literature in understanding the complexities of human nature. It is a book that I think would inspire and educate our students, fostering a deeper appreciation for the written word.I kindly request that you consider adding “The Book Thief” to our school library’s collection. I am confident that it would be a valuable addition and would be enjoyed by many.。
上海市浦东新区2020-2021学年高一上学期期中联考英语试题(原卷版)
2020学年第一学期高一英语期中质量检测总分：100 分时间：90分钟I . Listening ComprehensionSection A (10%)Directions ：In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide -which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. A writer. B. A teacher. C. A journalist. D. A student.2. A. All day. B. Only in the morning.C. Only in the afternoon.D. The same as during the week.3. A. $30. B. $35. C. $60. D. $70.4. A. About 7:15. B. About 7:30. C. About 7:45. D. About 8:00.5. A. The man knew the woman would come here.B. The woman took the place of Betty to work today.C. The man asked the woman to come to work.D. Betty has gone abroad.6. A. The department will pay for the trip.B. She’s not sure if she paid for the trip.C. Some people may not go on the trip.D. Everyone paid for the trip.7. A. He was seriously injured in a car accident.B. He was absent all week because of sickness.C. He called to say that his wife had been injured.D. He had to be away from school to look after his wife.8. A. The woman is planning a trip to Austin.B. The woman hasn’t been to Austin before.C. The woman likes Austin very much.D. The woman has been to Austin before.9. A. She’s too busy to run for class president.B. She wants to run for class president.C. She plans to apply for a part-time job.D. She hopes the man can help her.10. A. Because they can’t speak English.B. Because the speaker is speaking too quickly.C. Because they are not familia r with the speaker’s topic.D. Because the speaker’s microphone goes wrong.Section B (10%)Directions：In Section B, you will hear one passage and one longer conversation. After each passage and conversation，you will be asked several questions. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. She flew an airplane. B. She got retired.C. She went on a hot air balloon ride.D. She moved into a new area.12. A. Scared. B. Regretful. C. Surprised. D. Calm.13. A. We should never stop trying to realize our dreams.B.We should take sports seriously in spite of the old age.C. A good instructor is the key to a successful skydiving.D. No one can succeed without the support of his family. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following conversation. 14 . A. The place to buy soap. B. The plans to survive on the campus. C. The way to use drying machines. D. The steps to wash clothes with machines. 15 . A. It can increase bacteria growth. B. It can produce dirt in the clothes. C. It can be a waste of water and soap. D. It can leave bubbles in the machine. 16. A. The woman’s mother seldom does things for her.B. American kids become independent even before ten. C. The man and the woman are from different countries.D. In the eye of the man’s mother, independence is important.II. Grammar and VocabularySection A (6%)1. Rainforests __________ (cut) and burned at such a speed that they will disappear from the earth in the near future.（所给单词适当形式填空）2. Great changes _________ (take place) in Shanghai in the last few years. （所给单词适当形式填空）3. Did you predict that so many students ________ (volunteer) for the Clean Your Plate campaign? （所给单词适当形式填空）4. Finally, the thief handed everything __________ he had stolen to the police.（用适当的单词填空）5. The residents, _______ homes had been damaged by the fire, were given help by the Red Cross. （用适当的单词填空）6. The book has been well-received since it ________ (come) on the market in 2019. （所给单词适当形式填空）Section B (8%)Directions : After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Time capsule is a container ____7____ (store) some objects chosen as being typical of the present time, buried for discovery in the future. But what was inside a 132-year-old time capsule? Just follow us to learn more.A 132-year-old time capsule was found in Utah. It was first buried in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1887, after____8____ (put) together by a school committee. When that school was pulled down in 1959, the time capsule was uncovered. Inside there was kind of a little bit of everything: photographs, a student autograph book, and newspapers. _____9_____ the folded newspapers appeared to be in good condition, it was not possible to tell the dates. There were even small items like a button, ribbons and a pebble. “The capsule t ells the story of early education in Utah, but it also goes ____10____ (deep), in showing the ways people want ____11____and their work to be remembered. I think that's what time capsules are about. Those who buried the time capsule thought it ____12____ show their real life to people one day. It's a way of keeping the memory of ____13____they felt really matters.” said Alan Barnett, the local government archivist who led the public unveiling.The news _____14_____(report) throughout Utah now, and we will keep you updated.Section C (10%)Directions：Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.Have you experienced culture shock? Culture shock refers to the anxiety____15____ when a person moves to an____16____ new environment. This term shows the lack of direction, the feeling of not knowing what to do or how to do things in a new environment, and not knowing which behavior is appropriate.The feeling of culture shock can____17____ set in after the first few weeks of arriving in a new country. It isa____18____ part of adjusting to new food, customs, language, people and activities. A person with culture shock may____19____ to experience headaches or stomachaches, easily tired, loneliness, hopelessness, distrustof____20____, painful homesickness, insomnia, or a desire to sleep too much or too little. They are the ____21____ symptoms of culture shock.Culture shock can be ____22____as the physical and emotional discomfort one suffers when living in another country or place different from his or her place of ____23____. Usually, the way we lived before is not ____24____or considered normal in the new country. Everything is a challenge, like not speaking the language or using telephones.Learning the symptoms and knowing ahead of time of how to prepare yourself and how to deal with culture shock can make it a lot easier to overcome.III. Reading ComprehensionSection A (10%)Directions：For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A B C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Door-to-door food delivery service has become increasingly popular in cities due to the fast development ofe-commerce and the fast-paced life in China. As food delivery is extremely _____25_____ in China, it creates large amounts of waste due to the plastic containers, bags, and chopsticks that come with each order. This in turn has_____26_____ great environmental concerns for the waste packaging materials. We have therefore estimated and predicted the volume of food delivery packaging waste in China. The results show that the total amount of packaging waste _____27_____ from 0.2 million metric tons in 2015 to 1.5 million metric tons in 2017.Over packaging is also a concern. The food delivery packaging is not the _____28_____, the better. Instead, it is the more environmental friendly, the better. Therefore, it is high time that regulations were _____29_____ to stop restaurants and companies from spending too much on unnecessary packaging and wrapping. Also, smart policy suggestions should be provided to _____30_____ the pressing issues, particularly using the Reduce, Reuse and Recycle environmental friendly practices.As the largest city in China, Shanghai has an important role in innovating and contributing to a global solution to the problem of waste. With over 24 million people living in Shanghai, materials sustainability, particularly that of plastics, is a great issue. _____31_____, delivery companies like Saucepan have begun to _____32_____ the plastic usage of the food delivery in Shanghai by using biodegradable(可降解的) packaging in the delivery process._____33_____, it encourages consumers to both recycle their plastic bags and stay in the business by rewarding customers for every 10 used bags that they return to the company.The more delivery services that promote sustainability(可持续性), the more suppliers will see that there is a market for environmentally-friendly products. The food delivery service plays a role in the creation of waste in China, and innovating in this specific context can make a big _____34_____ in the new plastics economy.25. A. unique B. crowded C. common D. wasteful26. A. resulted from B. contributed to C. depended on D. belonged to27. A. rose B. fell C. varied D. differed28. A. fancier B. cheaper C. higher D. lower29. A. observed B. broken C. adopted D. forbidden30. A. deliver B. reflect C. improve D. handle31. A. On the contrary B. In all C. As a result D. For example32.A. increase B. permit C. reduce D. forbid 33. A. However B. Besides C. Therefore D. Instead 34. A. comment B. impact C. opportunity D. challenge Section B (14%) Directions：Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions orunfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)The first two years of Stuart Singer’s retirement were pure play, killing time in the New York City by bike and visiting museums and art galleries.“At some point, I realised I shoul d do more than this,” said Mr Singer, a former high school teacher.Now Mr Singer, 74, and his wife Madine, 69, are involved in the Retired and Senior V olunteer Programme. Mr Singer volunteers with the Community Health Advocates Programme, which started in 2010. The programme helps consumers to know better about the health insurance coverage(医疗保险). And it helps them to find access tolow-cost or free care. Mr Singer’s main task is to answer phones for the Community Health Advocates’ helpline.“There are lots of calls from different people who need medical care, but they can’t get it because their insurance company won’t pay for it,” he said. “And you got to go through doctors, and get the papers filled out. But when you get it done, yeah, it feels good.”The helpline helps about 250 callers each week and has saved consumers $12.1 million since it began. Mr Singer comes in once a week, helping 10 callers every shift. In total, he estimates he has saved New Yorkers $443,000.Despite the challenges, the work is a joy, not drudgery for Mr Singer, which inspired his wife to sign up for volunteer training after she retired in late 2014 as vice president of the Insurance Information Institute. It put her fear of retirement at ease.Mrs Singer trained with the Advocacy, Counseling and Entitlement Services Project before being placed with the Actor’s Fund, a national human services organization for performing arts and entertainment professionals founded in 1882. “It just seems so unfair that these people have trouble finding housing,” said Mrs Singer. Since she started in early 2015, Mrs Singer has had more than 270 appointments with clients, from ticket takers to screenwriters to dancers. “Having someone help them really means a lot to them,” Mrs Singer said.Much of her work is helping clients who are applying for affordable housing sort through a variety of income sources they receive. “It keeps the mind going,” Mrs Singer said. “It keeps the social life going, and I’m doing something.”35. In paragraph 2, this refers to_________.A. riding bikes in New York CityB. visiting museums and art galleriesC. spending Mr Singer’s life purely for funD. teaching in a high school36. The word drudgery in paragraph 6 most probably means ________.A. tiring trainingB. boring workC. inspiring trainingD. exciting work37. What does Mrs Singer think of her volunteer work?A. Meaningful.B. Easy.C. Affordable.D. Relaxing.38. Which of the following is the best title for this passage?A. Live a Simple Life after RetirementB. Adapt to Social Life after RetirementC. Find Rewards in Volunteering after RetirementD. Overcome Difficulties in V olunteering after Retirement(B)39. If you seldom exercise, prefer nature to literature and are used to getting up early, you’re most likely to join __________.A. Early Morning Stroll in Upper Lane Cove ValleyB. Baime Basin TrackC. Poetry around a campfireD. Morning Walk at Mitchell Park40. If you want to enjoy the peace of the bush at night, you are required to __________.A. meet at 7:30 p.m. June 6B. bring slippers with youC. prepare a torchD. climb rocks for two hours41. In the activity “Morning Walk at Mitchell Park”, one may have no chance to ___________.A. appreciate bird watchingB. enjoy mountain climbingC. take a relaxing walkD. have morning teaSection C 8%Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.Learning Is Everywhere and AnytimeEmployees nowadays are faced with major changes in their working life. Besides their daily tasks and responsibilities, they are also learners. Specifically, they are learners faced with an information overload and above all, a limited amount of time. In order to catch all the opportunities learning has to offer, learning should be able to occur anywhere, at any time.___42___This first challenge for all the learners involved in the e-learning area is that your contents should be available on smartphones and mobile Internet devices, or you won’t have any chance to be competitive in the e-learning field. ___43___ Did you know that the rate of information has tripled (增长三倍) in the last 3 years alone? People are overloaded with tools and need guidance to learn how to learn in the digital age.____44____ Micro-learning makes learning easier with smaller learning units and short-term-focused activities. As experts say, repetitive learning through putting the learning process into daily routines is highly effective. And you can improve the learner experience by offering so-called learning nugget in an ATAW ADAC style: Any Time, Any Where, Any Device, Any Content.____45____Increase the completion rate.Give visibility to onboarding programmes: newcomers can have access to entry-level programmes everywhere and at any time.Give feedback before or after training lessons.A. How to increase micro-learning?B. Here are some benefits of micro-learning.C. It’s important to know repetitive learning too.D.Micro-learning forms an answer for learner’s challenges.E. Besides, people are faced with an information overload.F. It should also take into consideration the limitations of the individual IV. Translation (13% 3’+3’+3’+4’)Directions：Translate the following sentences into English，using the words given in thebrackets.46. 尽管有暴风雨，工人们仍尽最大努力按时完成了工程。
2024-2025学年上海市四校高一上学期期中联考英语试卷
2024-2025学年上海市四校高一上学期期中联考英语试卷1. Don’t panic! I have checked the schedule online and our train to Beijing __________ at 11:00. We still have 2 hours to go.A．will leave B．is going to leave C．is to leave D．leaves2. —Oh, it’s you! I ________ you.—I just __________ my hair cut and I __________ my new glasses. Isn’t it nice?A．didn’t recognize; had; am wearing B．haven’t recognized; had; was wearing C．didn’t recognize; have; was wearing D．haven’t recognized; have; am wearing 3. Helen __________ her keys in the office so she had to wait until her husband __________ home.A．left; comes B．left; had come C．had left; came D．had left; wouldcome4. He then shut himself up in the room, ________ nobody come near him, and got ready to work alone.A．letting B．to let C．let D．being let5. Though it is 30 years_______we last met, I still remember the scene_______we got separated ona rainy day.A．before; where B．before; which C．since; when D．since; where6. The early settlers built themselves little hamlets and villages of true English type all over these settlements, __________ names to this day remind them of their origin.A．of which B．which C．whose D．where7. The comprehensive treatment will persist until the patient successfully reaches the milestone__________ he demonstrates significant improvements in both mobility and stability.A．where B．which C．that D．after8. Is this hotel __________ offered you a job __________ you got free accommodation in exchange for working on the weekends?D．where; that A．which; where B．the one; in which C．the one that;where9. Is this the very material one __________ plastics?A．uses to make B．used to make C．is used to make D．is used tomaking10. The computer centre, __________ last year, has swiftly gained immense popularity among students in this school.A．open B．opening C．having opened D．opened11. The lady said she would buy a gift for her daughter with the .A．20 dollars remained B．20 dollars to remainC．remained 20 dollars D．remaining 20 dollars12. As soon as she entered the room, the girl caught sight of the flowers ________ by her mother.A．buying B．being bought C．were bought D．bought13. Not offering you direct assist doesn’t mean __________ you. Actually, I meant __________ you but Alice said it was better let you handle it independently.A．alienating; to have helped B．to alienate; to have helpedC．to have alienated; helping D．alienating; helping14. Society as a whole has a responsibility towards its weaker members, __________ as a result of circumstances they could not control, such as illness and disaster.D．when suffered A．people suffered B．who suffering C．people whosuffer15. One day a professor entered the classroom and told the students about a________ test. After hearing that, all the students________ and waited for the test to begin.A．surprise; seated B．surprise; were seatedC．surprising; seated D．surprising; were seated16. Then I was quite a long way from __________ that the new policy would significantly improve the status quo, especially considering the doubts that __________ it from various quarters.A．convincing; surrounded B．convincing; was surroundedC．being convinced; surrounded D．being convinced; was surrounded17. Without facts, we can’t form a correct opinion, for we need to have actual knowledge________ our thinking.A．which to be based on B．which to base onC．on which to base D．which to base18. Can you imagine________ to explain to a foreigner what “what” means________ the Oxford English Dictionary five pages and almost 15,000 words?A．how bears B．that bears C．how takes D．that takes19. Though __________ plastic, these envelopes look like paper after __________ with a special technique called “moisture barrier”.A．made of; being treated B．being made of; being treatedC．making of; treated D．having been made of; treated20. Shopping online is a convenient __________ to driving to the store, because it helps save time.A．means B．basis C．approach D．alternative21. In the 1980s, architects were seeking a new direction away from the cold and inhuman style of modernism, so his childhood __________ for plants finally had an opportunity to thrive.A．appeal B．expectation C．fluency D．fascination22. Sitting at the conference table, Mary listened attentively to the proposal put forward by the speaker. Then she paused for a moment, and __________ her approval with a deliberate nod.A．indicated B．acquired C．assigned D．delivered23. Visiting sites that witnessed terrible events like war or nuclear fallout may offer us a way to__________ the past mistakes and the lessons we can learn from history.A．comment on B．reflect on C．agree on D．take on24. I needed a job, but at the age of 23, my work experience __________ English conversation to a group of Buddhist priests.A．was limited to teaching B．limited to teachC．limited teaching D．was limited to teach25. The abandoned amusement park, with its overgrown grass and rusted rides, __________ witness to dreams __________ sour.A．boasts; going B．inspires; gone C．bears; gone D．involves; going 26. Consumption does not necessarily __________ technological leadership — if it did, the United States would have little to worry about in most product categories.A．translate into B．venture into C．belong to D．deliver on27. Many economists argue that China is likely to suffer from a labour __________, which might cause slower economic growth and increased wages for years __________.A．overwhelming; coming B．shortcoming; to comeC．disadvantage; coming D．shortage; to come28. The special fabric of the jacket won’t __________ easily, which is __________ of materials designed for outdoor activities.A．be torn; critical B．tear; typical C．tear; practical D．be torn; classical 29. Many investors are __________ by the idea of making a quick fortune, so much so that they__________ the risks and potential losses associated with such high-stakes investments.B．biased; assess C．tempted; ignore D．confused; alter A．shocked;minimize30. The retirement of the captain after a long and successful career __________ the end of an era, and his dedication to the team is not only something to be admired but also worth __________ for its impact on the sport.A．signaled; celebrating B．reflected; being celebratedC．pointed; celebrating D．indicated; being celebrated Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one more word than you need.A.signsB.mindsC.immediateD.functionE.alteringF.borderlessG.relativeH.worthI.individual J.breakdown K.sociableImagine meeting a foreigner for the first time but he/she is fluent in your language. There may appear to be no 31 communication barrier. Would you adapt the tone of your voice, or the spacing of pauses in your speech? How about 32 your body language and facial expressions, depending on the background of the person in front of you?These are just a small part of the changes in behavior that can improve your “cultural intelligence”, or CQ. There is growing evidence that suggests that they are well 33 learning.“The number one predictor of your success in today’s 34 world is not your IQ, not your resume, and not ev en your expertise,” writes social scientist David Livermore. “It’s your CQ.”Much of the research on CQ has been done by Professor Soon Ang with the Nanyang Technological University. In the late 1990s, her job was dealing with the “Y2K bug.” It was a softw are bug that was feared would bring down the world’s computer networks. Ang put together an international team of programmers to update computer systems in Singapore. They were some of the brightest 35 in the industry. However, Ang soon found that these people just couldn’t work together. Often, 36 members would appear to agree on a solution, but then carry it out in completely different ways. Clearly, it wasn’t a question of language skills or expertise. Instead, she saw that these employees were held back by each other’s cultural differences.This would lead Ang to work with psychologist P. Christopher Earley. Together they built a theory of CQ. They defined it as “the capability to 37 effectively in a variety of cultural contexts.”Someone with a lo w CQ might view everyone else’s behavior through his own cultural lens. If he comes from a more 38 environment, for instance, and notices that his Japanese colleagues are very quiet in a meeting, he may think that they are being unfriendly. In aviation, such cultural differences might cause a(n) 39 in communication between pilots and air traffic controllers. The consequences would be unthinkable.A person at the top of the scale, meanwhile, might realize that silence is one of the 40 of respect. In Ja panese culture, feedback often won’t be given unless it is asked for. As a result, he/she will offer suitable opportunities within the meeting for others to provide their opinions.In the 1960s, Douglas McGregor, one of the key thinkers in the art of management, developed the now famous Theory X and Theory Y. Theory X is the idea that people instinctively _______ work and will do anything to avoid it. Theory Y is the view that everyone has the potential to find satisfaction in work.In any case, despite so much evidence to the _______, many managers still agree to Theory X. They believe, ___________, that their employees need constant supervision if they are to work effectively, or that decisions must be imposed from _______ without consultation. This, of course, makes for authoritarian (专制的) managers.Different cultures have different ways of _______ people. Unlike authoritarian management, some cultures, particularly in Asia, are well known for the consultative nature of decision-making — all members of the department or work group are asked to _______ to this process. This is management by the collective opinion. Many western companies have tried to imitate such Asian ways of doing things, which are based on general _______. Some experts say that women will become more effective managers than men because they have the power to reach common goals in a way that traditional _______ managers cannot.A recent trend has been to encourage employees to use their own initiative, to make decisions on their own without _______ managers first. This empowerment (授权) has been part of the trend towards downsizing:__________ the number of management layers in companies. After de-layering in this way, a company may be __________ with just a top level of senior managers, front-line managers and employees with direct contact with the public. Empowerment takes the idea of delegation (委托) much further than has __________ been the case. Empowerment and delegation mean new forms of management control to __________ that the overall business plan is being followed, and that operations become more profitable under the new organization, rather than less.Another trend is off-site or __________ management, where teams of people linked by e-mail and the Internet work on projects from their own houses. Project managers evaluate the __________ of the team members in terms of what they produce for projects, rather than the amount of time they spend on them.41.A．desire B．seek C．lose D．dislike42.A．contrary B．expectation C．degree D．extreme43.A．vice versa B．for example C．however D．otherwise44.A．outside B．inside C．below D．above45.A．replacing B．assessing C．managing D．encouraging46.A．refer B．contribute C．object D．apply47.A．agreement B．practice C．election D．impression48.A．bossy B．experienced C．western D．male49.A．asking B．training C．warning D．firing50.A．doubling B．maintaining C．reducing D．estimating51.A．honored B．left C．crowded D．compared52.A．economically B．traditionally C．inadequately D．occasionally 53.A．deny B．admit C．assume D．ensure54.A．virtual B．ineffective C．day-to-day D．on-the-scene 55.A．opinion B．risk C．performance D．attractivenessFor centuries, the main way to Galicia, Spain’s northwestern corner, was on foot, on the pilgrims’ ( 朝圣者的) trail to Santiago de Compostela. __________ roads meant that, until a decade or two ago, the drive from Madrid took nine hours. Recent improvements have __________ the trip to the closest Galician city, Ourense, to about five.Now the journey can be made in two hours and 15 minutes, __________ Galicia’s first connection with Spain’s enviable highspeed railway network. Next year, the line should be __________ to Santiago, the regional capital, and Coruna, its biggest city. “Cinderella can now travel in a bigger and more comfortable car,” said Ourense’s mayor, Gonzalo Pérez Jacome, using his nickname for his city, which he says is treated like an unloved stepchild. No one wants to be __________ -- Spain has the biggest highspeed rail network in the world after China’s -- but he __________ that the new extension will bring dramatic changes.Spaniards (西班牙人) have long been __________ poorer rural areas for better opportunities in richer cities. Politicians in rural areas often complain about this. But it is not obvious that pricey infrastructure (基础设施) will make a(n) __________ to stop it. Mr. Jacome notes that Zamora,where recently the highspeed trains’ las t stop in its way to Galicia, has gained weekend tourists, but __________ to lose population since their arrival in 2015.In any case, Galicia has been doing well. It was once a symbol of isolation, poverty, and “the end of the world”, as the name of its w esternmost point, Cape Finisterre, indicates. So many Galicians emigrated that Gallego is still the __________ of “Spaniard” in parts of Latin America. But GDP per person, 66% of the national average in 1955, is now 92% of it. Angel de la Fuente, a senior economist, __________ fish processing, car-making and clothing and reasonably business-friendly politics. What’s worth mentioning is that Inditex, the parent company of Zara and other brands, is based there. Nevertheless, he says a single cause of its __________ is hard to identify.Another fix for Spain’s regional __________ has been put forward by the Socialist-led national government: opening new state bodies outside the capital. Many leaders in the conservative People’s Party (PP) say this would be poin tless. Galicia’s leader, the PP’s moderate Alberto Nuiez Feijóo,__________, has a warmer reaction, noting that it doesn’t __________ to put the country’s Institute of Oceanography in Spain’s landlocked capital, Madrid.56.A．Accessible B．Beaten C．Open D．Poor57.A．edited B．cut C．prolonged D．limited58.A．apart from B．except for C．thanks to D．on behalf of 59.A．executed B．exchanged C．exposed D．extended60.A．left out B．held up C．put off D．taken in61.A．notes B．doubts C．insists D．cautions62.A．leaving B．constructing C．adapting D．advocating63.A．difference B．exception C．promise D．effort64.A．ceased B．pretended C．started D．continued65.A．admiration B．originality C．equivalent D．opposition66.A．contributes to B．points to C．calls for D．gives up67.A．giveaway B．catchup C．breakdown D．dropout68.A．features B．distances C．wealth D．gaps69.A．all the way B．of course C．on the contrary D．otherwise70.A．get through B．bear comparison C．make sense D．ring trueSalt was so valuable in ancient Rome that soldiers were sometimes paid with it. In fact, the word salary comes from the Latin word sal, for salt. When a soldier was doing an awful job, his paycheck might be cut, which is how we got the expression “not worth his salt.” Salt can st ill he valuable today. Amethyst Bamboo 9x salt, which rings up at &398 a pound, may be the most expensive in the world. This pricey stuff takes a lot of time to produce —it’s roasted nine times inside a bamboo pole at temperatures over 1,400 degrees F.Hi storically, salt’s value came from its ability to preserve food. Venice, Italy, may be famous for its canals now, but salt imports helped its rise as an important trade power by the end of the 13th century. Salt also took on a great deal of symbolic value, like “old salt” referring to an experienced sailor. Salt is mentioned so many times in the Bible. For instance, “the salt of the earth” is used to describe a person who is dependable; “a covenant of salt” means a firm promise.Most people know about the health risks associated with sodium (钠), but reducing your intake isn’t always easy. Even foods that don’t taste salty may contain it. If you are looking for sodium-free flavoring, try garlic, pepper, rosemary and other spices or herbs.Still, we all need at least some salt. It promotes the transport of nutrients and oxygen, allows nerves to send messages, and helps our muscle work. The average adult’s body contains about 250 grams of sodium.Consumption of too much salt can be deadly. For older folks especially, a heavy hand with the saltshaker may raise blood pressure, causing hypertension and hurt the head. A study of 975 people between the ages of 60 to 80 and with high blood pressure found that reducing sodium in their diets was associated with lower risk of headache.71. Which of the following is used to describe a dependable person?A．Worth their salt. B．Old salt.C．A covenant of salt. D．The salt of the earth.72. What can be inferred from the passage?A．The more expensive salt is, the longer it takes to produce.B．Old people with hypertension must choose sodium-free food.C．Eating more salt is good for health.D．Salt imports can establish a country as an international trade power.73. What does the underlined word “saltshaker” refer to?A．A recipe. B．A container. C．A gesture. D．A disease.74. What is the passage mainly talking about?A．Objective knowledge of salt. B．Advice on healthier eating habits.C．Various amazing values of salt. D．Tips on reducing the health risk of salt. Glenbrook South (GBS) High School is in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is an award-winning school with a highly competent teaching staff. It has over 400 Asian Pacific American students, which account for over 17 percent of the students in the school. Of these, the majority are Korean American. This is very unusual in a state where Korean Americans are less than 1 percent of the population. The interactions of the Korean American students at GBS were the subject of an article in Asian Week magazine.Different Korean American students react differently to being in a high school were most students are white. Professor Pyong Gap Min, an expert on Korean life in America, believes that Korean Americans in this situation can sometimes feel inhibited or ashamed of their Korean identity. Asian Week interviewed a number of GBS students, and each had a different attitude.Alice, 18 years old“I used to spend time only with Korean American friends. Although I felt secure with those friends, I found myself motivated to form closer relationship with non-Koreans, too. I felt I was missing out on new experiences and challenges.”Paul, 16 years old“I have some Korean American friends, but I spend most of my time with white friends. I’m often the only Asian Americ an in the group, but I don’t mind. What I like about the whiteculture is that I can be more radical. I can be as loud and funny as I want to be. I don’t see as much of that among the Asian students.”John, 17 years old“In junior high school, most of my friends were white. After coming to GBS, my sense of my Korean American identity was restored, and I decided to have mainly Korean Americanfriends. I feel that my Korean American friends and I mainly understand each other better. Forexample, we understand about severe parental pressures to succeed at school; I felt my white friends couldn’t really understand.”Without belittling the importance of what these students had to say, it’s important to remember that their opinions at this phase of their lives are bound to change as they grow into adulthood. But these honest opinions can help us better understand issues of culture relations, and their honesty might help Americans from different cultural groups to get along better in the future.75. The passage mainly discusses __________.A．why the state of Illinois is very specialB．how Korean American students interact among themselves and with othersC．how an Illinois high school extend a warm welcome to Korean American studentsD．different opinions of the friends of Korean American students76. Which statement best summarizes Alice’s attitude?A．She feels that her white friends don’t really understand herB．She likes her Korean American friends but wants to have non-Korean friends too.C．She feels she is missing out on experiences with her Korean American fiends.D．She doesn’t feel secure in her relationships with non-Koreans.77. The underlined word “radical” most probably means __________.A．traditional B．expressive C．considerate D．sensitiveOne morning late last autumn, I took off from London’s Heathrow Airport, and landed the next morning at Haneda Airport in Tokyo. By early afternoon, I was walking under the turning leaves of a Japanese garden, where I paused by a wooden sign at the edge of a stream. Despite having studied Japanese for years, the text on the sign—something about slippery stones ahead —included several characters I didn’t recognize, so I fired up an app I’d recently discovered. It scanned and translated all of them instantly.Such tools —and others that can translate speech —are astonishing. But with this magic at our fingertips, is the study of foreign languages now pointless?Not at all. There are still reasons for us to invest in foreign language studies. In fact, foreign languages are more rewarding than ever, in part because technology has made them easier than ever to learn.It’s true that many people don’t need language skills to travel these days, especially with smartphones that can translate a menu in real time. But few people would argue that the existence of calculators means we needn’t study math. Language learning is associated with enhanced memory, creativity, and concentration. It boosts overall academic performance and may also delay neurological decline as you age. For all of us, language learning is a gym for the brain.For me, the benefits of learning a language go beyond chatting with customers on my flights to Tokyo or more easily navigating the world’s largest metropolis after touchdown. Wherever I am in the world, Japanese is a reliable and seemingly endless source of fascination and fun.I love, for example, its onomatopoeia (拟声词). A Japanese speaker might describe snowflakes, for example, as falling hara hara (twirling down like petals) or shin shin (steadily on a cold night). Had I ever before considered the different ways snow might fall? Wonders like these are obscured by translation tools, which can’t easily convey the marvelous subtleties through which meaning is formed.Every language is also a doorway to new worlds of stories, poems and songs. And, when you take a new language on the road, it reliably brightens your journey and deepens your experiences. As more of us focus on traveling with awareness and sensitivity, the offering of a few words, however mangled (蹩脚的), is an easy courtesy.Last month, for example, my wife and I traveled around Lithuania (立陶宛). While I won’t be dipping into a Lithuanian novel anytime Soon, I’ll never forget the word for thank you —ašiū, best remembered as “achoo”—which we deployed each time we stopped for kibinai, or traditionally savory pastries. After a vacation, such far-born words are often among my favorite Souvenirs.My love of languages has fostered enduring connections. My friendship with my college buddy Jamie, for example, was forged in our grueling first-year Japanese classes. Thirty-two years after we first struggled to master the complex Japanese grammar, I asked him what those early efforts mean to him now. In response, he likened learning a language to reading fiction. Both, Jamie said, expand our horizons by compelling us to consider the minds of others. In this way, he explained, learning a new language “is an exercise in empathy”.I couldn’t agree more. And there’s never been a better time to take the plu nge. This semester, pick a language and dive in.78. The underlined word obscured in the sixth paragraph probably means _________.A．reflected B．acquired C．ignored D．divided79. Which of the following statements about the author’s learning of Japanese is NOT true?A．Learning Japanese helps the author keep him sharp-minded.B．Learning Japanese deepens the author’s understanding of the culture.C．The author primarily learns Japanese to facilitate communication with passengers.D．The author’s passion for languages has cultivated lifelong friendships with like-minded individuals.80. What does the underlined sentence in the second to last paragraph imply about both activities?A．Both can serve as a means of entertainment.B．Both require time and effort to master.C．Both are beneficial for brain development.D．Both can help people put themselves in others’ shoes.81. The author wrote this article to _________.A．explain his reasons for studying JapaneseB．illustrate the limitations of translation toolsC．highlight the important link between language and cultureD．demonstrate the lasting value of learning a foreign languageDirections: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.Life on a ShipWe three children were very excited when we walked up the gangway (舷梯) of the British flagship China Star and saw officers, crew and staff rushing around. A Chinese housekeeper led the way and helped Uncle Jean and Aunt Reine with our luggage. Victor, Claudine and I lagged behind. The housekeeper was tall and thin and towered over everyone. 82 As we followed him down a narrow corridor towards our cabins, Victor whispered to me, “O ne thing about having no hair at all on your head, you always look neat!”Though I was still feeling nervous and tongue-tied because it had only been three days since Aunt Reine took me out of St. Joseph’s, I laughed out loud. That was the effect Victor ha d on people. 83 “Boys to the right and girls to the left,” said Uncle Jean. Our two cabins were directly opposite each other. Inside, everything was neat, bare and clean. While Aunt Reine, Claudine and I were unpacking, there was a knock on the door.Victor stood there, wearing a bright-red and orange life-jacket. “Why are you wearing that?” Claudine protested. “Our ship hasn’t even sailed yet!” “In case the China Star starts going down. Then you’ll really be sorry you’re not wearing one yourself. Here! Let me show you something!” 84 Our cabin was below deck. Outside we could see nothing but deep dark water.Claudine became alarmed. “Mama, how often does a ship sink?” she asked. Before Aunt Reine had time to reply, Victor quipped with a straight face, “Only once!” Aunt Reine and I could not help laughing in spite of ourselves. But then Victor did something my brothers would never have done. He took off his life-jacket, slipped it on his sister and showed her how to adjust the straps. 85 At night, our housekeeper brought in a tiny roll-out bed because there were three of us.。
上海市奉贤区高一上学期期中考试英语试卷含答案
C. Ask Mary if she has an extra bookshelf.
D. Check through the books on Mary’s shelf.
Section B
Directions: InSection B, you will hear two short passages and a longer conversation and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
上海市奉贤区期中调研测试
高一英语试卷
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Ⅰ. Listening Comprehension
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
上海市某校2022年-有答案高一上学期期中英语试题 (1)
上海市某校2022学年高一上学期期中英语试题一、用单词的适当形式完成短文1. I boarded a small plane together with my sister and 42other passengers． While flying over the mountains, the plane encountered violent airflow． Losing control suddenly, it hit an unknown mountain peak． The impact of the crash claimed the lives of a few passengers immediately, leaving many injured including my sister．Adding a slight chance of being found out, we waited in the open, as opposed to waiting in the plane, even though it was freezing cold． At night, we slept side by side to keep ourselves warm and melted snow into water． We knew our food couldn't last uslong, sticking to the hope that we would be rescued soon．We knew from radio that the outside world was trying to look for the missing aircraft． However, the aircraft was white and blended in with the snow, making it impossible to be seen from the sky． Later, our hope was dead when we found out via our radio that the rescue effort ended．Now climbing over the mountains ourselves to search for help seemed to be our only chance of survival． Although the crash site was an awful place, with urine（尿）everywhere and smelling of death, I still wished to stay there． But my sister would give in to her injuries soon if we were not rescued． Thus, together with two other people, Canessa and Vizintin, I decided to walk through the icy wilderness for help． Carrying some food and water, the three climbers started our journey． If we had known anything about climbing, we would have realized that we were already finished． The mountain we were about to challenge was one with slopes so steep that it would scare away a team of expert climbers． Our ignorance provided our only chance．We endured exhaustion and starvation and we had reached the top．To our horror, we found nothing． Disappointed, we were about to give up hope when I spotted a valley at the base of the mountain and again we started making our way down the mountain．Eventually, at the bottom of the mountain we were helped by a local farmer who called the police for help． I then guided the rescue team via a helicopter to the crashsite． Finally, after we had endured nineteen cruel days, the world found out that there were 16survivors who ________．（1）Why did they stay outside the plane？________A. Because they didn't want to stay with dead people inside．B. Because it's easier to obtain melted snow for water．C. Because they hoped to be seen by the rescue people．D. Because other passengers were against staying inside．．（2）Why did the author leave the crash site despite his wish to stay？________A. Because he could get help from two experienced climbers．B. Because his sister might die without timely medical help．C. Because the crash site was too terrible for him to stay in．D. Because he would like to be tested by the steep mountain slopes．．（3）Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage？________A. Rescue people didn't notice the aircraft because of its color at the beginning．B. The public knew where the plane crashed from the radio．C. The author gave up the climb halfway due to disappointment．D. More than half of the plane passengers were finally rescued．．（4）The underlined sentence "had cheated death despite the odds "is closest in meaningto________．A. had told lies about death in spite of realityB. had avoided death in spite of huge difficultiesC. had treated death with positive attitudeD. had almost died in spite of strange expectation．2. Dear Baby,As I am writing this to you, you are safely growing in your mother's womb, getting a little bigger and stronger by the day．You are not due to this world until the first week of January, I've been told, but I have to admit, I have been thinking a lot about you lately．I don't know if you're a little girl or a little boy．Nobody knows actually except for the doctors．See, your Mom has chosen not to know, so you will be a surprise to everyone, and I like it that way．You've got a fine mother．I don't know her that well, having met her only twice, but she impressed me with her personality and her qualities．Needless to say, I like her a lot．On the other hand, I know your father quite well: he's my son．And I can tell you right now, he has no idea of the responsibilities that are going to fall upon his shoulders, the very minute we hear your first cry．But he'll manage, just like I did, just like my father and his father before him did．As impatient as I am for you to join the large family, I am also worried．The thought crossed my mind that something could go wrong with you or your Mom．You know, the kind of feeling one experiences before boarding an airplane．We know everything will be fine in the end, but we can't help thinking about it anyway．But so far, you're both doing just fine．Isn't an ultrasound （超声波） the greatest thing? Too bad we can't just look at yours for now!What worries me too is your future．This world you're coming into is not human friendly．Of course, we all want the best possible for you, but we live in troubled times and I don't foresee your life being so easy, wishing of course I am wrong．I am the first generation in our family who hasn't been called to go to war in over a hundred years．Your Dad is the second generation．My dearest wish for you is that you will be part of the third generation． The irony is that, as time progresses, humanity should learn from experiences and mistakes, but as our life is made easier all the time with new technology, I get the notion that somehow, we are going backwards．One would think that with such powerful means as the Internet, for example, communication between people as well as education in general would improve．Is it the case? I'm not sure．Anyway, we'll have plenty of time later to discuss this as you grow up and learn．Because you don't know it yet, but you and I will talk alot, provided I am around for some time．You're coming to this world with a lot of pluses on your side．You will be born into a close knit, loving family, and even though it can be overbearing sometimes, thisalone, Child, is priceless!Both your parents are good providers, so you will probably alwayshave what you need until you fly off the nest．Both of them work in the medical field, so your health and growth will be carefully watched．Both sets of your grandparents are alive and reasonably well, so you can be sure they'll all stand in everybody's and each other's way just to catch a glimpse of you．But in the end, your life will be yours, and your decisions and choices will determine which direction you want to go．Most likely, you will be baptized （洗礼） and that's where we'll draw the line．You will be left to make your own decisions as you grow up and discover the world, but you'll never be alone to do so, you can always rely on any of us for advice and help if you so wish．We'll be there for you．Love,Your Grandfather （you know, the crazy, ugly one!）（1）What do we know about the baby's father？________A.He is successful but irresponsible．B.He doesn't know what it takes to be a father now．C.He will get nowhere with taking care of a baby．D.He will mean his child to be a soldier．（2）What does the underlined sentence"You're coming to this world with a lot of pluses on your side"probably mean？________A.The baby will be burdened with a whole host of responsibilities．B.The baby cannot fall short of the large family's high expectations．C.The baby is bound to succeed in life with the help of the family．D.The baby will enjoy considerable advantages in his or her life．（3）Which of the following would the writer most probably agree with？________munication and education benefit little from powerful means such as the Internet．B.The world is full of troubles and people，even neighbors，are not friendly to each other．C.The family will love the baby so much as to let the baby do whatever he or she wants．D.The grandchild must depend on the family to make important decisions and choices．（4）From the letter，we can see that the writer seems________．A.crazy and stubborn B． C.open and humourousD．二、选用适当的单词或短语补全短文阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
上海市实验学校2020-2021学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题(有答案)
2020-2021学年上海市实验学校高一第一学期英语期中考试卷I. Listening Comprehension(略)II Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D.Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.21. All the scenes and people were recorded on mobile phones or digital cameras are wellconnected.A. /B. whichC. whoD. that22. The main of the method is that it may create a lot of greenhouse gases, which is noteco-friendly.A. convenienceB. basisC. drawbackD. schedule23. He worked as a chef at a(n)restaurant for ten years, but now he has become a live- streaming host and achieved a greater sense of satisfaction.A. well-offB. energeticC. domesticD. fancy24. A can be any container that holds objects meant for people to open in the future,whether that be in 5, 10, or even 100 years.A. time capsuleB. cultural elementC. physical featureD. recycling facility25.the huge castle, it had a room with a 15-meter-high ceiling, which was only used on occasions when the upper-class family celebrated festivals or held parties.Which one is Wrong?A. When it comes toB. Speaking ofC. Naming afterD. In terms of26. Which underlined “initiative“ is the closest in meaning to the one in “Today, Xi'an is a modern city, at the heart of China's Belt and Road Initiative, but its long history can be seen everywhere."? A. The government must not lose the initiative in the fight against terrorism.B. Managers need to be in the position where they can rely on their team to act on their own initiative.C. The Geneva initiative was presented in December 2003 in an attempt to unblock the situation.D. The children showed great initiative, organization and ability in raising the money, which willbe used to benefit the whole school.27. Which of the following sentence is CORRECT?A. By the end of 2019, over a million tonnes of online food delivery boxes are thrown away.B. It is die first time that the retired teacher has ordered some bananas with an online food delivery app-C. In recent years, there are a large number of terrible traffic accidents because couriers pay little regard to traffic rules.D. Online food delivery services has changed the way we eat and they are also having a huge impact on our society.28. How many of the following sentences are WRONG?a. What really matters is that each of them is able to find meaning and happiness no matter what his or her life is like.b. During the Renaissance, many great minds contributed on valuable artworks and made important scientific discoveries.c. People view the death of Lord Carnarvon at different perspectives and the pharaoh's angry spirit is not necessarily the real cause.d. The purpose of the experiment Lyn Hymers took part in was to see whether a modern-day family was capable to survive in the 1940s.A. 1B. 2C. 3D. 4IIL VocabularyDirections: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.In some cities, workaholism(迷恋工作)is so common that people don't consider it unusual.They accept the lifestyle as normal Government worker in Washington D.C, for example, (29) work sixty to seventy hours a week. They don't do this because they have to; they do it because they want to. Workaholism can be a serious problem. Because true workaholics wouldrather work than do anything else, they (30) have no idea of how to relax; that is, they might not enjoy movies, sports, or other types of (31) . Most of all, they hate to sit and do nothing. The lives of workaholics are usually stressful, and this (32) and worry can cause physical problems such as heart attacks and stomach disease. Besides, (33) workaholics don't pay much attention to their families. Their marriages may end in failure as they spend little time with their families.Is workaholism always dangerous? Perhaps not. There are, certainly, people who work (34) under stress. Some studies show that many workaholics have great energy and interest in work. They feel work is so (35) that they are actually very happy. For most workaholics, work and entertainment are the same thing. Their jobs provide them with a challenge; this keeps them busy and creative.Why do workaholics enjoy their jobs so much? There are several factors to work. Of course, it provides people with paycheck, and this is important. But it offers more than financial (36) . It provides people with self-confidence; they have a feeling of satisfaction when they have produced a (37) piece of work and are able to say “I made it." Psychologists (38) that their work gives people an identity. After they take part in work, they get a sense of self and individualism.IV. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A t B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Could Buying Paintings Make You Rich?Is investing in paintings a good way to get rich fast? And how should you invest in art?“With extreme (39)'' is the advice of Patrick Connolly, a financial adviser. “We don't (40) our customers to invest in art because the downsides are greater than the upsides. It doesn't produce income or earnings. What you (41) is exclusively based on supply and demand, and there are big movements upwards or downwards if there are changes in the economic environment," he said.To invest in art as a true investment, you need a starting fund of at least $5, 000. But it's not just about having enough (42) to buy the painting in the first place. Expensive works of art are often stored in protective boxes complete with detectors to monitor humidity and temperature levels, and to protect them from sun damage or other (43 ) such as a spilled cup of coffee. And if you do put it on your wall, then your insurance costs are likely to be high. If word gets out that you have expensive art hanging on your wall, then you're likely to be a (44) for thieves.Art is also not a regulated investment so when things go wrong — for example, an artwork turns out to be a fraud (赝品)—then investors cannot fall back on (45) for any repayment.Of course given the current environment of low interest rates, that's still a(n) (46) return than many savings accounts will give you. As art has no association to the stock market, it means paintings can (47) in value even when the market crashes, making it a good option for investment (48) .It is reported that after a decrease in the global art market throughout 2016, auction 付自卖) sales (49) in the first six months of 2017. Yet you don't necessarily have to be super- wealthy to invest in art. There are a growing number of art fairs and online marketplaces aimed at buyers with a more (50) budget. Most art industry experts suggest that you buy a piece of art because you like it, not because you want to get rich. The most (51) approach is probably to buy something you like and can (52) and, be prepared to keep it just for your own pleasure. If it goes up in value that should be just a(n) (53) benefit.39. A. accuracy B. carefulness C. enthusiasm D. generosity40. A. beg B. control C. forbid D. recommend41. A. get back B. look into C. take out D. turn to42. A. desire B. energy C. money D. time43. A. accidents B. appliances C. measures D. drinks44. A. partner B. spectator C. target D. therapy45. A. initiative B. regulation C. strategy D. tradition46. A. better B. earlier C. healthier D. lower47. A. fall apart B. fall down C. go ahead D. go up48. A. funds B. levels C. selections D. rates49.A. ceased B. proceeded C. recovered D. shrank50. A. fixed B. limited C. massive D. modest51. A. creative B. direct C. flexible D. sensible52. A. afford B. preserve C. transfer D. undertake53. A. added B. maximum C. obvious D. socialSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Welcome to Iceland! We hope that your trip will be pleasant and that will help you during your stay. It includes very important information you might find useful for your travel and we hope you will enjoy it.Iceland is becoming a very popular place to visit all year round and we are not surprised. The country —with its spectacular, unspoiled, fragile and raw nature, hot springs, icebergs and waterfalls ----is a feast for the eyes during both summer and winter. Our history and culture is young compared to most other countries. We speak our own language, Icelandic, which due to the country's isolation in the past, has been very well preserved.Driving in Iceland can be a bit different from many other countries. We do have a number of gravel roads, single lane bridges, narrow roads, rough mountain roads with unbridged rivers, animal stock near or on the road and weather conditions can change quickly. Therefore driving in Iceland needs your full care and attention because we want you to return safe and happy.We kindly ask you to help us improve our quality by giving us feedback on how we are doing and what we can do better. No less importantly, we ask you to help us preserve the Icelandic nature which can be very fragile. Off-road driving is strictly forbidden and please do not litter.In case of trouble, an accident or a breakdown, please don't hesitate to contact our emergency phone numbers 840-6010 for south and west Iceland, or 840-6000 for north and east Iceland or by visiting one of our many locations around the country and we will do our very best to help you to safely continue your journey.We trust that your travel in Iceland will be comfortable and pleasant, and we wish you a very good time here.54. Which of the following statements might be most suitable for the blank in Paragraph 1?A. this newspaper articleB. this police travel guidesC. the traffic regulationsD. this brochure of our agency55. Which of the following is TRUE about Iceland according to the passage?A. Travelling in Iceland is only popular in summer and winter.B. A traveler can both have hot and cold experiences in Iceland.C. The country is not visited by people very often because of its special language.D. Travelers are not advised to drive on narrow roads when travelling in Iceland.56. What can a traveler do if his car suddenly breaks down in west Iceland according to the passage?A. He can have his car repaired.B. He can call 840-6010 for help.C. He can push his car off the road.D. He can drive in the other direction.(B)In spring, chickens start laying again, bringing a welcome source of protein at winter's end. So it's no surprise that cultures around the world celebrate spring by honoring the egg.Some traditions are simple, like the red eggs that get baked into Greek Easter breads. Others elevate the egg into a fancy art, like the heavily jewel-covered "eggs" that were favored by the Russians starting in the 19th century.One ancient form of egg art comes to us from Ukraine. For centuries, Ukrainians have been drawing complicated patterns on eggs. Contemporary artists have followed this tradition to create eggs that reflect theanxieties of our age: Life is precious, and delicate. Eggs are, too."There's something about their delicate nature that appeals to me J says New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast. Several years ago, she became interested in eggs and learned the traditional Ukrainian technique to draw her very modern characters. "I've broken eggs at every stage of the process一 from the very beginning to the very, very end. "But there's an appeal in that vulnerability. "There's part of this sickening horror of knowing you're walking on the edge with this, that I kind of like, knowing that it could all fall apart at any second". Chast's designs, such as a worried man alone in a tiny rowboat, reflect that delicateness.Traditional Ukrainian decorated eggs also reflect those fears. The elaborate patterns were believed to offer protection against evil."There's an ancient legend that as long as these eggs are made, evil will not prevail in the world," says Joan Brander, a Canadian egg-painter who has been painting eggs for over 60 years, having learned the art from her Ukrainian relatives.The tradition, dating back to 300 B. C., was later incorporated into the Christian church. The old symbols, however, still endure. A decorated egg with a bird on it, given to a young married couple, is a wish for children. A decorated egg thrown into the field would be a wish for a good harvest.57. People in many cultures prize the egg because .A. It can bring wealth and honor to them.B. It can easily be made into a work of art.C. It is their major source of protein in winter.D. It is a welcome sign of the coming of spring.58. What do we learn about the decorated “eggs” in Russia?A. They are cherished by the rich.B. They are heavily painted in red.C. They are shaped like jewel cases.D. They are favored as a form of art.59. Why have contemporary artists continued the egg art tradition?A. Eggs reflect the anxieties of people today.B. Eggs provide a unique surface to paint on.C. Eggs have an oval shape appealing to artists.D. Eggs serve as an enduring symbol of new life.60. Why does Chast enjoy the process of decorating eggs?A. Because she always gets great pleasure from designing something new.B. Because she is never sure what the final design will look like until the end.C. Because she can add multiple details to the design to communicate her idea.D. Because she never knows if the egg will break before the design is completed.(C)“Do you feel any better, Henry?” Rinaldi seated himself in the chair next to the bed. "You know what's happening? They are planning to give you a medal.”“No way! What did I do?”“But you have been seriously injured. You at least will get a bronze one. And if you did something special, they will give you a silver one. Did you do anything special?”“No, nothing!,,“Weren't you carrying anybody while you were wounded?”“Of course not.”“Well,I heard you insisted on letting other patients get treated before you.”"I didn't insist very strongly.”“That's alright. I don't think it's a problem. I'm pretty sure that you can get a silver one! We are all full of pride when we think about you."“So, how did the battle go?"“Didn't you read the newsletter? We took that little town and got almost a thousand enemies to give up!”“How are you doing?”'I'm doing very well! I'm becoming a better doctor every day. But enough about me...do you still hurt? How are the wounds? How's your head doing? The doctor's chart says that your head is all right. You were really unlucky to have that major work on you! He's not a good doctor, He is more like a meat cutter. It must drive you mad to stay in this bed all day long! Please get out of here as soon as possible. I miss you. The room is so empty now that there's nobody sharing it with me."“What about Miss Barkely?"“of course, I will go and ger her. But you rest for a while. And here, I brought you some alcohol to ta ke away some of the pain. By the way, I think the priest （牧师）wants to come see you. You know, sometimes I wonder if you two aren't lovers,“ he said laughing.“Shut up, you stupid Italian!”“I have to go now. Get well soon! I have no one to joke with.”61. What's the relationship between Henry and Rinaldi?A. Official and soliderB. RoommatesC. LoversD. Doctor and patient62. The underlined word "work” in the passage refers to_ .A. newsB. argumentC. operationD. medal63. We can know from the passage that_ .A. Rinaldi didn't know Henry very well.B. the priest and Miss Barkely are lovers.C. Henry was very badly wounded in the head.D. Henry probably got wounded in the battle.64. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. Rinaldi is a pleasant guy.B. A silver medal was awarded to Henry.C. Henry got a thousand enemies to give up.D. Rinaldi was more like a meat cutter than a doctor.V. New Concept English and New Perspective ReadingDirection: Complete the sentences with the proper forms of words or phrases in the box. Note that there isone extra that you do not need.how our hunger for meat is killing our planet.2. The final technical report into the accident can the findings of initial (最初的)investigations.3. A Journalist has tested the safety of a 430-metre-long glass bridge by it with ahammer.4. He was looking for a quiet and wife who would obey his every word.5. Desperately needing to cool off, I my hands into the cold water and threw it overmy face.6. He kept himself when we were arguing. I think he was a bit confused.7. A mixture of selected funds is a (n) choice for future security and return on investment.8. Internet banks their old-technology rivals when it comes to charges and rates, butthey are not immune from complaints.9. He the photographer, beat him up, and smashed his camera.10. At the end of the race his legs gave out and he on the ground.VL GrammarDirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Some people believe that a Robin Hood (罗宾汉)is at work while others say that a wealthy person simply wants to distribute his or her fortune before dying. But the donor (11) started sending envelopes with cash to deserving causes, accompanied by an article from the local paper, has made a northern German city believe in fairytales (童话)。
2021-2022学年上海市徐汇区高一上学期期中考试英语试题 Word版含答案
徐汇区2021-2022学年高一上学期期中考试英语试卷I. Listening Comprehension (16%)Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. At 8:30. B. At 9:00. C. At 9:30. D. At 10:00.2. A. Daughter and son. B. Father and daughter.C. Husband and wife.D. Mother and son.3. A. In a bank. B. In a post office. C. In a supermarket. D. In a restaurant.4. A. A policeman. B. A lawyer. C. A sales manager. D. A coach.5. A. Catch a train home. B. Do her homework. C. Go to the theater. D. Go to work.6. A. John didn’t do well in the exam.B. John doesn’t worry about the exam result.C. The exam was easier than the previous one.D. John is sure that he will do better in the next exam.7. A. The man couldn’t leave the parcel here.B. Some information is required.C. The details of the parcel are needed.D. The privacy of the owner is guaranteed.8. A. She has no time tonight.B. She is looking forward to the next party.C. She is going to hold a party next time.D. She is sorry for not being able to attend.9. A. The room is really dirty.B. The room is not as dirty as the woman expects.C. In the woman’s eyes, the room is not dirty.D. The man doesn’t think the room is dirty.10. A. Taking the doctor’s advice completely.B. Drinking a little every day.C. Serving a moderate (适度的) amount of alcohol.D. Giving up smoking and drinking.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear a short passage, and you will be asked several questions on the passage. The passage will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. Mother’s shouting. B. The unusual smell.C. The terrible sound.D. The heat of the fire.12. A. At the supermarket. B. In the kitchen.C. In the bed.D. In the living room.13. A. She forgot to turn off the stove.B. It took long to put out the fire.C. She would probably be punished by her mother.D. She would have to study music against her will.II. Grammar and Vocabulary (18%)Section ADirections:After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given verb, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given verb; for the other blanks, fill in each blank with a relative pronoun or adverb. Write your answers on the answer sheet.An Added BonusAnne and Joe King sat back in their easy chairs, watching television in their cozy living-room. Anne used the remote control to find a programme of interest.“Why not (14) ______ (watch) The Family Friction?” said Anne.“I hate watching soap operas,” said Joe. “Especially this one (15) ______ couples argue over money.”“Okay,” said Anne, as she switched to Channel 12.“And now,” said a good-looking announcer on the TV screen, “Round-the-World, the magazine of the world, is proud to announce its limited offer. You can subscribe to (订阅) one year, twelve issues, of Round-the-World (16) ______ bargain price is only $10, half the newsstand price. Imagine reading unusual stories with color photos that will surprise you. And as an added bonus, if you subscribe before midnight, June 1st, we will offer, without extra cost, our World Atlas. (17) ______ is mentioned above, this is a limited offer. This atlas cannot be bought in stores. There are maps of every chief tourist destination in the world in it, in addition to the metropolises and capitals of the countries. Won’t it be great to have the world at your fingertips! (18) ______ (get) this amazing offer, write to Round-the-World Bonus, Box 666, Reno, Nevada 87870. Be sure to enclose your cheque or money order for $10. If not completely satisfied, you may keep the atlas and cancel your subscription. In that case, your money (19) ______ (return).”“That sounds interesting,” said Anne. “In fact, it would be really convenient to have an atlas, particularly when I need to locate places (20) ______ I plan to visit or read about in the news.”They sent a letter of subscription and two weeks later, a small package arrived in the mail. They got the atlas.“Is this our atlas?” said Joe in disbelief. “It looks like a small postage stamp.”“But it (21) ______ (look) really big on television,” said Anne.“It’ll be impossible to find anything in such an atlas,” said Joe. “To find anything, we’ll need a microscope.”Section BDirections:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only beThe idea of the youth hostel started with one man: Richard Schirrmann (1874~1961), a German school teacher, who felt that there was a need for overnight accommodation (住宿) for his students in order that they could ___31___ new things and have new experiences outside the classroom.He felt that one learns by observing, and tried to make his dream come true in the year 1909, when he started providing accommodation for his students in inns, farmhouses and the like.The first youth hostel was opened in Schirrmann’s own school in Altena, after which it was ___32___ by a permanent hostel in Altena Castle. Schirrmann went on to ___33___ the German Youth Hostel Association in the year 1919. By this time, the idea of the youth hostel had ___34___ far and wide, all over the lands of Europe and further.And then, in the year 1932, a(n) ___35___ organization called the International Youth Hostel was founded in Amsterdam, which was made up of youth hostels from Switzerland, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Norway, Britain, Ireland, France, Czechoslovakia, Denmark and Belgium. Richard Schirrmann became its chairman in 1933.The idea of the youth hostel is for young people who are on nature trips to get ___36___ accommodation in exchange for some money and a helping hand with domestic chores (家务活). These hostels were said to build character and a sense of independence, as the youth who stayed in them got the ___37___ to see how other people lived as well as to help to do work.Youth hostels are also places to meet and make new friends. They have no class divisions and everyone has to do their ___38___. Here, wealth and position does not help you gain ___39___, but friendliness does. The friendlier you are, the more you learn from the ___40___ of staying in a youth hostel.III. Reading Comprehension (45%)Section ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Doubling as educational centers and conservation centers, museums play an important role in the protection of ___41___. Although these institutions (机构) ___42___ in size and specialty, the task of most museums is around the display and care of their collections.Today, many museums are among the most visited ___43___ in the world. In order to figure out how this important cultural phenomenon came to be, it is important to understand its origins and trace how its role has ___44___ over time.The word museum ___45___ from “mouseion”, the Greek term for “a holy place for the Muses”. In classical Greek mythology, the nine Muses are the goddesses of the arts and sciences, making them perfect protectors for these ___46___ institutions.Earliest museums were private collections and were only accessible to a narrow circle of people. They displayed ___47___ and curious natural objects and works of art. Some of them even ___48___ “wonder rooms” or “cabinets of curiosities”.In 1683, an Englishman named Elias Ashmole donated the contents of his wonder room to Oxford University, forming the ___49___ of the Ashmolean Museum. Believing that “the knowledge of Nature is very necessary to human life and health,” Ashmole wanted to ___50___ the public through his unprecedented(前所未有的) donation. Following his footsteps, many like-minded collectors across Europe shifted their focus from ___51___ use to public access in the late 17th and 18th centuries. During this time, world-class museums began to make their art collections accessible to the public. The opening of these institutions ___52___ a string of similar movements in the 19th century.Today, the importance of public institutions is stronger than ever before. ___53___ taking care of collections and making them accessible to the public, many museums are using new technologies to improve their public programs, ___54___ their collections, and share their research. With these modern methods, museums are able to ___55___ audiences in new ways and extend their tasks beyond their walls.41. A. tourism B. architecture C. religion D. culture42. A. form B. vary C. respond D. improve43. A. sites B. states C. palaces D. entrances44. A. developed B. explored C. remained D. explained45. A. escapes B. benefits C. originates D. differs46. A. newly-built B. knowledge-based C. carefully-chosen D. theory-guided47. A. common B. familiar C. similar D. rare48. A. cared about B. served as C. referred to D. relied on49. A. basis B. structure C. destination D. position50. A. raise B. train C. admire D. educate51. A. special B. scientific C. private D. regular52. A. featured B. indicated C. celebrated D. inspired53. A. Opposite to B. Instead of C. In addition to D. Thanks to54. A. digitize B. industrialize C. organize D. localize55. A. introduce B. engage C. identify D. selectSection BDirections:Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.AAfter my father left us, my mother had to go back to work to support our family. Once I came out of the kitchen, complaining, “Mom, I can’t peel potatoes. I have only one hand.”Mom never looked up from sewing. “You get yourself into that kitchen and peel those potatoes,” she told me. “And don’t ever use that as an excuse for anything again!”In the second grade, our teacher lined up my class on the playground and had each of us race across the monkey bars, swinging from one high steel rod to the next. When it was my turn, I shook my head. Some kids behind me laughed, and I went home crying.That night I told Mom about it. She hugged me, and I saw the “we’ll see about that” look. The next afternoon, she took me back to school. At the deserted playground, Mom looked carefully at the bars. “Now, pull up with your right arm,” she advised. She stood by as I struggled to lift myself with my right hand until I could hook the bar with my other elbow(手肘). Day after day we practiced, and she praised me for every rung (横档) I reached. I’ll never forget the next time, crossing the rungs, I looked down at the kids who were standing with their mouths open.One night, after a dance at my new junior high, I lay in bed crying. I could hear Mom come into my room. “Mom,” I said, weeping, “none of the boys would dance with me.”For a long time, I didn’t hear anything. Then she said, “Oh, honey, someday you’ll be beating those boys off with a bat.” Her voice was faint and trembling; I peeked out from my covers to see tears running down her cheeks. Then I knew how much she suffered on my behalf. She had never let me see her tears.56. Which of the following expressions can be used most suitably to describe Mom’s attitude when she made her child peel potatoes?A. Cruel.B. Tolerant.C. Strict.D. Positive.57. From the passage, we know monkey bars can help a child train ______.A. the skill to throw and catch thingsB. the speed of one’s hand movementC. the strength and skill to hang and swayD. the bodily skill to rotate round a bar58. When the child looked down at the kids, they were standing with their mouths open because ______.A. they felt sorry for what they had done beforeB. they were afraid the author might fall off and get hurtC. they wanted to see what the author would do on the barsD. they were astonished to find the author’s progress59. The most probable conclusion we can draw after reading the passage is ______.A. the last incident was sad enough to make Mom weepB. the child’s experience reminded Mom of that of her ownC. Mom could solve any problem except the one in the last paragraphD. in fact Mom suffered more in the process of the child’s growthBThe Hawaiian IslandsHawaiiThe “Big Island” of Hawaii is a paradise playground where visitors can enjoy a popular lifestyle and at the same time, witness the attraction of nature: thousands of square miles from a wonderland, featuring breathtaking beaches, forests, snow-covered mountains and amazing active volcanoes (火山). A visit to V olcanoes National Park, which is described as a true wonder of the world, is a must. It is the state’s biggest attraction.●AccommodationsSeasons Resort Hualalai: from $205.00Fairmont Orchid: from $108.00●Sightseeing and ExperiencesCircle Island Tour: from $48.00KauaiThe beautiful landscape of Kauai has led to it being called the “Garden Isle”, but it is also referred to as the “Island of discovery”, and with good reason—a land of amazing natural contrasts just waiting to be explored. Green mountains, a breathtaking coastline and white sand beaches combine to make this magical place one of the world’s most relaxing locations.●AccommodationsGrand Hyatt Kauai: from $101.00Sheraton Kauai Resort: from $79.00MauiV oted the “World’s Best Island”, Maui is widely regarded as one of the most romantic destinations on earth.It is known as the “Valley Isle” and was the ancient playground for Hawaiian royalty. The island is largely rural with a small and wonderful population and a host of attractions and nature wonders.●AccommodationsHyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa: from $87.00Sheraton Maui: from $99.00OahuOahu has a unique rhythm, filling the air with sweet smells, music and language: from beaches and nightlife to rainforests and valleys. Adventure, romance, discovery—Oahu waits for you.●AccommodationsHalekulani: from $121.00Hilton Hawaiian Village: from $73.00●Sightseeing and ExperiencesRoyal Circle Island Tour: from $34.00Paradise Cove Lu’au: $44.00LanaiLanai is one of the smallest Hawaiian Islands, yet it’s full of surprises. Known as the “Pineapple Isle”, it combines all the natural beauties ranging from the paradise of Shipwreck Beach to underwater sea caves.●AccommodationsFour seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay: from $134.00All prices are based on per person per night.60. For two adults spending two nights in one of the accommodations, they have to pay at least ______.A. $73.00B. $146.00C. $136.00D. $292.0061. According to the passage, the “Garden Isle” ______.A. is the smallest of the Hawaiian IslandsB. is a place to explore the land of natureC. is an island with a very small populationD. features beaches, forests and snow-covered mountains62. The passage is mainly intended to ______.A. tell the differences between islands in HawaiiB. provide a better understanding of the geography of HawaiiC. offer accommodation services to the touristsD. attract people to make a visit to HawaiiCBeyond the Terracotta ArmyON MY FIRST TRIP to Xi’an in 2002, I came to see what everyone comes here to see: the Terracotta Army. But like many group tours to China, the trip had an itinerary(行程) that was perfunctory—a checklist of must-sees that frequently left me wondering whether there was more to see.With this goal, I flew to China again in November.The weather was mild when I arrived, ideal for surveying Xi’an from the beautifully restored City Wall. I rented a bike and spent more than an hour covering the nearly flat nine-mile circle, eye-to-eye with rooftops on one side and modern towers on the other.I spent the late afternoon riding the city’s modern subway to other sites: the Bell Tower and the Drum Tower. A block away, the Drum Tower is a kind of gateway to the Muslim Quarter. This marketplace is lined with restaurants and vendors selling mouthwatering snacks—skewers (串) of lamb cooked over coals, chewy persimmon (柿子) doughnuts, and roujiamo.The next morning, a local driver picked me up and took me to Hua Shan, about 120 kilometers east of Xi’an. I checked the trail map I had just picked up at a gift shop, looking for the Plank Walk (长空栈道), my hoped-for destination. By the time we reached a cable car station for the ride to the top, the rocky walls surrounding the building were displaying a dusting of snow, Hua Shan’s first of the season.I learned about the Plank Walk on my previous visit. Tourists climbed along the cliffs, tightly holding onto heavy metal chains that lined the riskier sections.I didn’t have time on my previous trip. On this visit, the long West Peak cable car route rose into morning clouds, down into a valley and back up, eventually arriving at a station covered in snow and ice. Lacking gloves, the hat or the scarf, I made my way into a frozen wonderland.I covered a good bit of Hua Shan’s trails this time, ascending three of the five peaks. But when I arrived at the Plank Walk, it was closed for the day. Still, the long day here was rewarding, with smiling faces spotted everywhere of people happy to be exploring China’s magnificent scenery on a more micro level.And the Plank Walk? It just might be reason enough to return again.63. The underlined word “perfunctory” in the first paragraph could probably be replaced by “_______”.A. hurriedB. particularC. selectiveD. unique64. We can learn from the article that the tourist attractions the author visited during his second trip to Xi’an included _______.① the Terracotta Army② the City Wall③ the Bell Tower and the Drum Tower④ the Muslim Quarter⑤ Hua ShanA. ①②③④⑤B. ②③④⑤C. ①②③⑤D. ①③④⑤65. According to the article, why did the author return to Xi’an?A. To revisit the Terracotta Army.B. To further explore the city of Xi’an.C. To cover a famous hiking trail.D. To have a taste of the local snacks.66. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?A. The Plank Walk is open to visitors every day.B. When the writer visited Xi’an, it happened to be snowing heavily there.C. If a visitor wants to have snacks, he has only one choice—the Muslim Quarter.D. You can enjoy historic sites and natural scenery in Xi’an as well as its modernity.Section CDirections: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.What Makes Me “Me”?My culture comes from where I am from and where I was raised. I am an American. I was born and raised in Alaska. My ethnic background is German, English, and Scottish. Culture is all about family. It is a family’s belief systems, the cultural traditions that are celebrated, and the special holidays and events that occur in the year.My parents raised me with a lot of beliefs that have had an impact on who I am today. These are the beliefs that don’t just belong to my culture, but they come straight from the values of my family. ___67___ I was raised to believe that through hard work, I could become successful and have a good life. I strive to do this every day and to be good at my life and my jobs. I’m not really religious. ___68___ I believe that if you are a good person to others, you will be rewarded for it inmany ways.There are a lot of cultural traditions that my family has. Some are from my cultural background and some are from the place where I was raised. I raise my son to have manners and to be well behaved. I raise him to know that hard work is important and that he is expected to put his best effort into things.___69___ We gather every summer in Haines so that all the cousins can grow up together. Birthdays were always important events while growing up. My mom was excited to celebrate every holiday. Trick or treating on Halloween, hiding baskets on Easter, giving out cards to classmates on Valentine’s Day, wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day, and of course loads of presents under the tree on Christmas morning. My parents always made holidays a big deal, so now my son also gets to be excited for them every year.My culture makes me a person that celebrates life. My family has a lot of good friends and we are usually a good part of the community. ___70___ We like to go outdoors and have adventures. My belief systems, cultural traditions, and special events have made me a happy person who is fun to be around and who can have a positive impact on others.IV. Translation (3+4+4=11%)Directions:Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.71. 原先出于防御目的而被建造的城墙如今吸引了大量的游客。
上海市高一英语上学期期中试题
上海市⾼⼀英语上学期期中试题⾦⼭中学2016学年度第⼀学期⾼⼀年级英语学科期中考试卷（考试时间：90分钟满分：100分）第I卷 (共80分)I. Listening Comprehension (16%)Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. He is going to buy the evening dress. B. The evening dress is worth the cost.C. He cannot afford the evening dress.D. He is a millionaire.2. A. A mechanic. B. A nurse. C. A surgeon. D. A dentist.3. A. The convenience store opens late till midnight.B. The woman doesn’t know where to find some beer.C. The man runs short of beer.D. The man can find some beer at the nearby drugstore.4. A. They are in high demand. B. They are inexpensive.C. They are not available.D. They are awful.5. A. He did better than expected. B. He failed the maths exam.C. He used to be a top student.D. He answered only 10% of the question.6. A. She was late for work. B. She didn’t like to be late.C. She had a quarrel with her husband.D. Her husband came back home very late.7. A. By plane. B. By car. C. By train. D. By boat.8. A. He called to greet his uncle. B. He went to meet uncle at the airport.C. He would come here soon.D. He went back home.9. A. Driver and policeman. B. Director and actress.C. Policeman and thief.D. Teacher and student.10. A. Japan. B. Switzerland. C. Spain. D. Germany.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the questions you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. About 6:00. B. About 7:30.C. About 7:00.D. About 8:00.12. A. Milton Green. B. Frank Miller.C. Jack Smith.D. Mary Johnson.13. A. A fire brigade arrived soon after the fire broke out.B. One person was killed and two were injured in the fire.C. The policemen were investigating the cause of the fire.D. The department was destroyed in the fire.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. A car driver. B. A school teacher.C. A car maker.D. A car dealer.15. A. His parents divorced soon after he was born.B. He has never seen his father.C. He was named after his father.D. He had a scholarship at the middle school.16. A. Because Bill enjoyed his school work.B. Because Bill was a model student.C. Because Bill visited WashingtonD.C.D. Because Bill wanted to be a president.II. Grammar and Vocabulary (25%)Section A (15%)Directions: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.( A )If you go to a fast food restaurant, you will probably see a lot of teenagers. Today, many teenagers are overweight, and this is (17) ____________ ____________ their bad eating habits. But bad eating habits go beyond fast food. We find many teenagers eat unhealthily. Some don't have breakfast (18)______________ they go to school. During the day, some don't have a proper meal for lunch. In a recent survey at one school, scientists found that over two thirds of the students didn't follow (19)______________ healthy diet. They didn't like vegetables, and many of them didn't like to eat fruits. They (20)____________ (prefer) to eat food with a lot of salt, sugar, or fat.Parents today also worry about their children's diet. Some doctors give the (21) ____________ (follow) advice:Teenagers (22) ______________ not eat too much junk food.Teenagers eat food without much fat, oil and sugar.Teenagers need (23)___________(eat) some fruits and vegetables every day. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins (维⽣素) and have little fat.Teenagers drink more milk. Milk will help their bones grow.Teenagers eat breakfast every day. It is good for their body and mind.( B )The kings of ancient Egypt planned strong tombs (坟墓) to keep their bodies safe after death . The Great Pyramid was built thousands of years ago for a king (24) _____________ was called Khufu. (25) ______________ stands on the west bank of the Nile River not far from Cairo. In fact all the pyramids along the Nile are on its west bank. The ancient Egyptians compared the rising of the sun to the beginning of life and the setting of the sun to the end of life. This is the reason (26) ___________ their dead bodies were buried (埋葬) on the west bank of the Nile. The people of Mexico also built pyramids. They did not build the pyramids for tombs. They used to build a pyramid and then a temple on top of it. The pyramids of Mexico are not as high as the pyramids of Egypt, but they are big. Each of the pyramids has a wide stairway (阶梯) (27) ______________ goes from the bottom to the top.More pyramids (28)______________ (build) in the Americas than in Egypt. About 90 pyramids are known to have stood in Egypt, (29) ______________ several hundred small pyramids are scattered (分散) across Central and South America. The (30)_______________(big) pyramid in Mexico is almost 2,000 years old. Scientists think it took 10,000 men more than ten years (31)______________ (build) it. On the top stood a temple o f the sun. The temple is no longer there but people still called it the Pyramid of the Sun. There is another huge pyramid, the Pyramid of the Moon that stands near it.Section B (10%)Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can o nly be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. discoverB. stressC. aheadD. directorE. achievedF. tinyG. including H. secret I. terrific J. effective K. tenthOur Teacher of the Month for December 2016 is Gustavo Albarracín Quintero, who loves teaching English so much that he chose it over a film 32 as a profession.Teaching experience:It is the 33 year since 2006 that I began working in the same language school. I started at 29 and I’m 39 now — time flies!What kind of teacher are you? I believe in active learning. I encourage my students to 34 things and I try to guide them through learning. I use a lot of activities. I also take them to the city galleries 35 the one that is three miles away from our school.Favourite student or class: My favourite class was one in which I had students of different ages. At first I was afraid of this, but it ended up being a 36 chance for my students and I to learn from each other. I learnt that students have different needs and interests and we must try to provide all of them with what is needed.Most successful lesson: My most successful lesson was one in which everything seemed to go wrong! Why? Because it gave me a chance to reflect on my teaching, to look back to my own mistakes, and then to look 37 . I learnt to be prepared for the unexpected (always have a Plan B!). I often tried more 38 methods, and everything worked out well in the end. Funniest thing to happen to me in a classroom:One of the funniest classes I’v e had was one with beginners. It once became the 39 of my life actually. The students spoke no English at all and my school wanted me to teach without their first language.They had no internet access in the classroom so I had to do something I wasn’t quite used to doing.I started drawing! The students were amused, but my communicative aim was 40 and it was really fun for me too.Most valuable thing I’ve learn ed: There is no 41 for teaching. Remember that change and improvement are learning opportunities.III. Reading Comprehension (39%)Section A (15%)Don’t Be a Medical VictimIf you add up all the errors that occur in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, health-care mistakes kill 500,000 people in the United States every year, say Joe and TeresaGraedon. In their new book, Top Screwups Doctors Make and How to Avoid Them, they discuss the most common 42 people face in doctors’ offices, pharmacies(药房), hospitals, and their own homes. Here are their top stay-safe 43 .IN THE HOSPITALTrust but check.“Hospitals are very complicated places, so it’s 44 that something will go wrong,” says Teresa Graedon. 45 , studies suggest there’s at least one mistake per person for each day in the hospital, whether 46 or life-threatening. If you are in the hospital or visiting a loved one, speak up if you 47 an error.IN THE DOCTOR’S OFFICESpeak clearly, and then repeat. Your 48 with your physician is like a noisy cell phone call: Information “dropouts” can occur if your docto r is distracted (使分⼼) or if you get 49 . You typically have only about 20 seconds to describe your 50 before the doctor starts asking questions. So come with a prioritized (优先化) list of 51 , and use the “teach-back” method, Joe Graedon suggests.“You might say, ‘I want to make sure I didn’t 52 anything. Can you repeat the symptoms back that seem important to you?’” And after your doctor discusses your treatment plan, say, “So what you’re asking me to do is…” That way, you’re both 53 .WHEN YOU GET A PRESCRIPTION (药⽅)Check for drug interactions. 54 a dangerous mix by taking a list of all your medicine to your 55 , including over-the-counter drugs and supplements, Joe Graedon says. When you fill a new prescription, ask your pharmacist (药剂师) to use the computer system to check for 56 serious interactions. When you get home, double-check by going to/doc/8ff56d07db38376baf1ffc4ffe4733687f21fc30.html , a free medication monitoring site.42. A. senses B. mistakes C. incidents D. experiences43. A. rules B. chances C. plans D. systems44. A. important B. rare C. likely D. surprising45. A. In fact B. In addition C. In particular D. In brief46. A. terrible B. real C. common D. minor47. A. describe B. consider C. suspect D. correct48. A. relation B. conversation C. interview D. contact49. A. interrupted B. promoted C. involved D. puzzled50. A. opinions B. feelings C. treatments D. symptoms51. A. drugs B. concerns C. questions D. demands52. A. make up B. hold on C. leave out D. keep off53. A. upset B. forgotten C. defended D. understood54. A. Avoid B. Include C. Neglect D. Provide55. A. partner B. doctor C. leader D. colleague56. A. simply B. absolutely C. purposefully D. potentially Section B (24%)Directions: Read the following passages. Each passage is followed by several questions. For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)W hat do three hearts, eight arms, and one huge brain add up to?An octopus, a living thing that can do amazing things. Octopuses areextremely intelligent. They can learn new things just like humans.They’ve even learned a few tricks to get them out of dangerous situations.If an octopus is threatened by a shark or bird, it can use some pretty incredible skills to get away. Octopuses don’t have teeth to defend themselves. Instead, they use more clever ways to fool their attackers. Octopuses like to hide themselves in the sand on the bottom of the ocean floor. How you ask? Well, the octopus is like a chameleon, another kind of sea animal, because it can change the colour of its skin to match the sand.Some octopuses like to stay where there are rocks. Octopuses don’t have backbones, they can squeeze themselves into small spaces between the rocks to get out of reach of their enemies. Another way an octopus can keep safe is by shooting ink. The ink forms a cloud that hides the octopus. By the time the ink clears and their enemy can see again, the octopus has swum away or hidden.If an octopus is being attacked, it can actually make itself look like a sea snake.It will bury itself in the sand, keeping two arms visible. It will change the colour of those arms to match a sea snake. But what if there’s no time to hide? If an octopus is in trouble, it can break off one of its arms. The arm will then change colours in the water to distract the enemies while the octopus swims away t o safety. Don’t worry though. The octopus’s arm will grow back. The blue-ringed octopus is tiny; it could fit in the palm of your hand. Attackers might think this size makes the octopus a great snack, but they know to stay away. The blue-ringed octopus is very poisonous and can kill attackers much larger than itself. Next time you see an octopus, remember that inside that oversized head is a very large brain, making them a clever addition to the sea.57. How are an octopus and a chameleon alike?A. They both like to hide on the ocean floor.B. They both could live on land sometimes.C. They both can use their arms to kill attackers.D. They both can change the colour of their skin.58. What happens to an octopus if it loses one of its eight arms?A. It will grow a new one.B. It will die.C. It is no longer poisonous.D. It can swim faster.59. Which of the following is NOT an octopus’ self-protection trick?A. Hiding on the bottom of the ocean floor.B. Biting the attackers with its sharp teeth.C. Shooting ink from its body.D. Breaking part of its own body.60. What is the author’s purpose for writing this article?A. To introdu ce how octopuses eat, play and rest.B. To show how dangerous octopuses are.C. To explain how octopuses protect themselves.D. To describe the living situation of octopuses.(B)List of Small Hotels for Outdoor Activity SupportersPedal’rs Inn Bed and Breakfast - WalesDuring the week, Dee cooks a classic American country breakfast. On weekends she turns gourmet (美⾷家), with a big breakfast that ends with an appetizing dessert.Besides its catchy name, Pedal’rs Inn’s attraction to cyclists is that it sits right across the street from the popular bicycle trail（⼩径）.Artha B&B - Amherst。
上海市某校2022年-有答案高一上学期期中英语试题 (2)
上海市某校2022学年高一上学期期中英语试题一、单项选择1. The police asked the witnesses to tell them all ________ they saw when the accident happened.A.whereB.whichC.thatD.what2. This is the very junior high school ________ I have studied for four years.A.thatB.in thatC.whereD.on which3. Sarah hopes to become a friend of ________ shares her interests.A.anyoneB.whomeverC.no matter whoD.whoever4. The growing speed of a plant is influenced by a number of factors, _____ are beyond our control.A.most of themB.most of whichC.most of whatD.most of that5. I shall never forget those years ________ I lived in the country with the farmers,________ has a great effect on my life.A.that; whichB.when; whichC.which; thatD.when; who6. This is one of the largest factories ________ been rebuilt since last year.A.which haveB.that haveC.which hasD.that has7. ________ is known to us all that ancient China had four major inventions, including the compass, the printing technique, the explosive and the paper-making technology.A.ThereB.AsC.WhatD.It二、完形填空The first basketball game was played in the late 19th century in Massachusetts, America. On a cold winter day,_______it was impossible to do much outdoor sports, Canadian Doctor James Naismith came up with the idea of a new ball game,_______he hoped people would enjoy during the long winter months.James wrote some simple rules for the new ball game, most of_______rules are still in place today. But some of the rules have changed a bit. For example, in the original game rules, bouncing the ball was prohibited.After the new ball game was introduced to the public, it was such a hit_______attracted many people’s attention. Many people came to indoor sports centers in groups______the y could avoid the extremely low temperature outdoors to play this new ball game together. The first basketball game_______consisted of 18 players was standard to the baseball teams of theday.Since Naismith didn’t have the money to design a new ball, early games used the soccer ball,______the price was relatively low. Later on,William R. Chase made the ball go into the basket, and thus became the first player to ever score in a basketball game. It was during this game_______someone suggested a name for this new sport --- basketball.（1）A.at whichB.whereC.whenD.that（2）A.andB.whichC.thatD.what（3）A.thatB.itsC.whoseD.which（4）A.whatB.asC.whichD.that（5）A.whereB.with whomC.whoD.which（6）A.whereB.thatC.whichD.what（7）A.and whichB.and itsC.whoseD.of which（8）A.whereB.whenC.thatD.whichUnearthing the Importance of the Life-Sized Terracotta WarriorsThe unexpected unearthing of the Terracotta Army is renowned as one of the world’s greatest archaeological events. Discovered in northwestern China and dating back to its first dynasty, the ceramic(陶制的)figures have shed light on the country’s ancient artistic practices and age-old burial traditions.In addition to offering a glimpse into Impe rial China’s distinctive approach to_______art, the sculptures are also celebrated for their scale ---both______each individual sculpture’s height and the group as a whole.Here, we present the history of the Terracotta Army, including its creation in the third century BCE and its_______in the 1970s.HistoryIn 246 BCE, Qin Shi Huang, China’s first emperor, took________the empire at just thirteen years old. As ruler of the first Imperial Empire, he is credited with several accomplishments, including standardized scripts and coins, the construction of the Great Wall, and the_______of the state.To celebrate his triumphs and_______his life, he ordered the construction of anecropolis(陵寝)in Xi’an. He filled his necropolis with precious possessio ns as well as thousands of specially-made terracotta soldiers to _______ him in the afterlife. Though 7,000 laborers devoted decades to constructing the over-the-top necropolis, the_______ was left unfinished when Qin died in 210 BCE.Historians theorize that the heads and bodies of the warriors were made through________ production. This means that each individual part, such as the arms and legs, were made independently of one another to speed up manufacturing. Then, after being________in the kiln, a large furnace for burning, baking and drying, these various parts became one figure.DiscoveryFor centuries, Qin Shi Huang’s massive necropolis remained undetected. However, in 1974, workers stumbled upon a large_______ of a terracotta warrior while digging a well. Inspired by this surprising find, archaeologists began to explore the area, resulting in the discovery of thousands of similar soldiers in four pits.Designed with an impressive level of detail, each figure is a one-of-a-kind work of art. The life-sized sculptures are______in height according to military ranking --- some as tall as Yao Ming, while some as short as 1.77 meters, with their uniforms, hairstyles, and even facial shapes and expressions following suit. Though they appear the same shade of grey, the figures would have originally been______painted, highlighting their lifelike features and drawing attention to their eye-catching artisanship.________the 8,000 soldiers themselves, 130 ceramic chariots and 670 horses were also found in the necropolis._______, clay figures of dancers, acrobats, and musicians were also unearthed, though these vivid figures are greatly outnumbered by the stoic army.（1）A.funeraryB.fancyC.uniqueD.routine（2）A.in relation toB.on behalf ofC.in terms ofD.in case of（3）A.discoveryB.routineC.descriptionD.origin（4）A.partB.effectC.overD.power（5）anizationB.unificationC.explorationD.inspiration（6）A.admireB.reflectC.decorateD.memorize（7）A.defendB.preserveC.energizeD.challenge（8）A.positionB.destinationC.siteD.facility（9）A.self-disciplinedB.assembly-linedC.cutting-edgeD.well-off（10）A.transportedB.dismissedC.firedD.improved（11）A.sculptureB.statusC.knotD.packaging（12）A.amazingB.differentC.selectiveD.senior（13）A.historicallyB.equallyC.currentlyD.realistically（14）A.In addition toB.Other thanC.In response toD.with regard to（15）A.TypicallyB.ActuallyC.SimilarlyD.Contrarily三、用单词的适当形式完成短文语法填空MichelangeloMichelangelo was an Italian artist about 500 years ago. Today he is still remembered as a great sculptor, painter, and architect.Michelangelo was born【小题1】a poor family. He was trained at an early age like anyother craftsman in Italy. At thirteen, he started to work and learn in a workshop【小题2】belonged to one of the leading masters at that time. In the workshop Michelangelo was able to learn all the skills of sculpture. However, he wasn’t satisfied, and went on【小题3】（study）the works of the great masters of the past. Michelangelo worked hard and he mastered one problem after another. By the time he【小题4】（be）30, he had been generally regardedas one of the outstanding sculptors of the age.In 1508,【小题5】Michelangelo was 33 years old, he was given a task --- to paint theceiling of the Sistine Chapel. At first, he tried to turn down this job,【小题6】（say）thathe was not really a painter, but a sculptor. Finally, he agreed to do it. He then shut himself upin the chapel, let no one come near him, and got ready to work alone.It took him four years to complete the paintings on the ceiling. Any ordinary person wouldfind【小题7】hard to imagine what Michelangelo had gone through in those four years of hard and lonely work. Michelangelo, while working, had to lie on his back and paint,【小题8】, as a result, made him so accustomed to looking upward that when he received a letter during that period, he【小题9】hold it over his head to read it. Finally, the paintings were completed. The great and huge paintings on the ceiling and walls of the chapel have become 【小题10】great fascination to people in Italy and all over the world ever since. Michelangelo left us with a great number of sculptures and paintings. Today his works arestill examples for art students to study and follow. Home a nd overseas visitors can’t help but admire these masterpieces.语法填空Can We Eat Meat Without Damaging the Environment?“I’ve eaten meat my whole life, but the more I learn about our planet, the more I questionhow we treat it,” says Liz Bonnin at the s tart of the BBC documentary Meat: A Threat To Our Planet?.“Unless we do things very differently,” says Liz, “the impact the meat industry has【小题1】our environment is only going to get worse.【小题2】demand increases, so do greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. This leads to a very obvious question: should we just stop eating meat?” This question is often asked, and we can’t just use “yes” or “no” to answer it. I’d liketo share with you my ideas on【小题3】to eat meat with the least environmental damage.Eat grass-fed meatWe actually need to eat more grass-fed meat, mainly beef and lamb. University of Oxford Professor Myles Allen has recalculated the amount of CH4 emissions from ruminants(反刍动物). The inference from this new research is that we don’t have to stop【小题4】（eat）grass-fed cattle or sheep. Instead of demonizing(妖魔化)them, we need to differentiate between the animals that are part of the problem --- namely intensively produced(集中生产的)poultry, pork and dairy products, and【小题5】that are part of the solution --- namely grass-fed ruminants. At the root of the climate change problem is our fossil fuel(化石燃料)consumption, this is where we need to take【小题6】（urgent紧急的,急迫的）action. Consider【小题7】your meat comes fromThere are responsible ways of eating meat. You can begin with knowing the farm your animal came from and what kind of life the animal【小题8】（lead）.The EU’s organic standardfor livestock(牲畜), for instance, requires that a farm hold no more than two cows per hectare of land. In the UK, there is labeling available too,【小题9】will tell you if a meat’s been pasture-raised(牧场放养).It’s important to ensure pastures are well-managed and not over-grazed(过度放牧). It’s almost possible to eat meat and be environmentally and socially conscious,【小题10】what we can do at least is to try not to buy meat that is mass-produced.四、选用适当的单词或短语补全短文选词填空The Art of Gift Giving in ChinaOn my fifth birthday party, after having opened all of my gifts, I expressed my disappointment at the lack of planning and understanding of me that they revealed. Not much has changed since becoming an adult, except that I have learned to keep my mouth shut.In China, though, my beliefs fit right in. Gifts are a(an)【小题1】part of friendships and business relationships, and Chinese people share my【小题2】that a gift should be special, and should have substance (实质).That doesn’t mean expensive, and in fa ct it【小题3】to being “thoughtful”. In America, for example, it wouldn’t be uncommon for a friend to come to a dinner at your home and bring a candle. But in China, if you received a candle, it would have to be very, very special — such as a candle made only in the southern provinces of China from tallow tree (乌桕树) berries, using techniques that have been in place for more than 1,500 years. That’s【小题4】a gift.I have received some beautiful gifts from my Chinese colleagues, including tea sets【小题5】made for me, hand-painted fans, paintings and many books with special significance.In turn, I must give gifts. I have three standard gifts I use for first meetings: a coffee table book of Arizona photos, an Arizona snow globe and candy made from cactus (仙人掌). Sometimes the gifts I give are【小题6】things that my colleague【小题7】from America, such as vitamins and cosmetics (化妆品) not available in China.As I travel throughout America, I also keep my eyes open for unusual regional gifts, like “tobacco spit” pottery from Kentucky, any “I Love N.Y.” items, United States Congress pens from the Capitol gift shop, California wines or polished semi-precious gems (宝石) from the Southwest. I keep a(an)【小题8】of gifts in my apartment in Shanghai that I am always restocking as I go back and forth from the United States.Thanks to my【小题9】gift exchanges, I have received some amazing things that I truly cherish. And I am glad to finally have found friends who have much in【小题10】and enjoy giving and receiving meaningful gifts.选词填空Ele.me Gave Customers Option to Wait Longer For Food DeliveriesMany food delivery riders in China risk their lives to meet deadlines even under extreme weather conditions, according to a report that has gone viral. On Monday, Chinese magazine Renwu published an investigation that found that many riders pay little【小题1】to traffic laws and risk their lives to meet ever-shortening delivery windows.To solve this problem, in September, 2020, Chinese food delivery giant Ele.me launched a function that allows customers to【小题2】whether they are willing to wait up to ten minutes longer for their deliveries in response to public criticism over the treatment of couriers.Renwu’s report, based on interviews with over 30 delivery riders from Ele.me and Meituan Dianping—which【小题3】dominate 90% of the food delivery market in China, accordingto market research firm Trustdata—discussed the riders’ working conditions and the systemsthat【小题4】their wages. Platforms, in fact, like Ele.me and Meituan use algorithms to reduce waiting times for customers without considering the safety of couriers. “Being a courier, you need to【小题5】ag ainst death and “battle” with traffic policemen,” the report said.An article on the official blog of Meituan’s tech team states that riders should aim to deliver each【小题6】within 30 minutes after it is submitted, which would include the time for restaurants to prepare the food, and distribute it to riders, then for riders to travel to the delivery location, sometimes having to climb up several flights of【小题7】in the process. Unlike Western economies where the so-called big economy has been hit by layoffs and the loss of temporary contracts, flexible work opportunities in China—【小题8】at logistics(物流)companies where delivery staff and drivers are in hot demand—are turning into a great chance for many who have lost steady work during the COVID-19 pandemic. There are, in fact, more than 4.6 million riders supporting the Chinese food delivery industry in the second quarter in 2020.However, the【小题9】employment model can also mean unstable income and missing out on some of the protections that may come with a long-ter m employment contract. It’s a common phenomenon in China that food delivery riders violate traffic rules to meet deadlines. On the one hand, it’s due to the【小题10】requirements for delivery time on these platforms. On the other hand, food delivery is a “more work, more pay” job. The eagerness of riders to earn more is another reason.”五、阅读选择Dining in France: Culture ShockOn my first weekend abroad, I attended a dinner party with my host family to celebrate the New Year. It was everything I had imagined a French dinner party would be --- multiple courses, a variety of cheeses, bottles of champagne, and slices of fresh bread. Then, at the end of the meal, the host called out. “Okay, everyone, get under the table!”What? An earthquake broke out? I watched as the children came running into the dining room and hid under the table. As it turns out, in the days after the New Year, the French celebrate with the galette des rois, or the “king cake”, a special cake with its own set of traditions. There is a small toy hidden inside the cake, and whoever finds it in their serving is the winner. Before it is sliced, all the children hide under the table so that they cannot see who will get the slice with the toy.I’ve learned that many French traditions focus on food, and often they’ve taken me by surprise! From time to time, I’ve experienced a sense of culture shock, the feeling of confusion in a new country when you’re adjusting to things that maybe unfamiliar to you. Thankfully, I haven’t run into anyt hing too difficult to manage. Before leaving for France, I learned strategies from the International Programs Office, a facility which helps prepare students to deal with these kinds of ups and downs.They explained the phenomenon with a line graph to illustrate the highs and lows of the experience. You may experience a “honeymoon” phase, where you find everything new and exciting or even better than your home country. You may also experience low points, where all these little differences may seem frustrating and overwhelming.I encountered a new fun, food-related culture differences while in France. For example, the French eat with both wrists resting on the table, while many Americans tend to keep their left hands in their laps. I hadn’t even notic ed the difference until my five-year-old host brother pointed it out! Moreover, on formal occasions, people tend to straighten their back. And it isalso common to use bread as a utensil, holding it in your hand like a knife, or using it to clean up the pl ate at the end of the meal. Finally, I love hearing “Bon Appétit!” (Good appetite!”) before eating, whether I am seated at the table with my host family, or just grabbing a coffee at a nearby café!（1）The reason why the host asked children to get under the table was that she wanted to ________ .A.hide something in the cakeB.protect children from the earthquakeC.give the author, the guest, a big surpriseD.prevent children from slicing the cake（2）Why does the author mention the word “honeymoon” in the fourth paragraph?A.He wants to help students get prepared to deal with emotional changes.B.He wants to tell readers how thrilling it is when we encounter novel things.C.He uses it to help with the explanation of ups and downs in face of a new culture.D.He uses it to prove that we may come across something disappointing abroad.（3）Which of the following picture shows the American way of dining?A. B.C. D.（1）This material is taken from a website of film ________ .A.reviewB.introductionC.ratingD.downloading（2）The word “Metascore” on the top left corner in the comment area refers to ________ .A.how good the movie is according to the viewers.B.how mainstream media think of the movieC.what critics have written about the movieD.what credits newspaper offices have given（3）Which of the following statement is TRUE according to the passage?A.Almost half of the reviews on Life in a Day are very negative.B.In terms of positive reviews, user group has a lower percentage than critic group.C.If you click SEE ALL 18 REVIEWS, you will be sure to find a score less than 58.D.Life in a Day belongs to the category of realism in this website.（4）If you click the icon “Expand” in grandpajoe6191’s reviews, you will probably find the full sentence “However, after watching the full documentary I realized how many things happened in ________”.A.minorities, who suffer racial discriminationB.the lower class, for which I feel quite sorryC.the upper class, of which I am very jealousD.ordinary people, from whom I can learn a lotMore than half of all food produced in Canada goes to waste. A shocking new study has shown that the level of food waste is far worse than previously thought, estimated at 58%. Of that, the vast majority (85%) is due to food processors. This differs from earlier studies, which blamed households for driving food waste and said they were responsible for 51% of food waste.The study was conducted by Marin Hooch, the leading expert on food waste and the author of several previous studies on the subject. Reflecting on the study's findings, Hooch said, "It means stopping blaming consumers. Sure, consumers are part of the problem, but they're not the main problem."In the past, Hooch didn't have access to good data, particularly from the private sector, but relied on numbers collected by the food industry for purposes other than tracking waste. This time, however, Hooch worked directly with companies at all stages along the food production chain and interviewed over 700 experts in the industry. Apparently he found it hard to believe what he was seeing.This is what they found: Food processing causes 34% of food waste. This is followed by production, which causes 24%. Next is manufacturing at 13%, then hotels and restaurants at 9%. Households cause only 14%, retail 4%, and distributors 2%. This should be a serious wake-up call for Canadians who would do well to examine their own food supply chains. Food waste is costly, not only in terms of dollars wasted, but also in resources like land, water, and fertilizer. To be using these resources and wasting the product is totally irresponsible and unnecessary.To make matters worse, when food is thrown into landfill, which the vast majority is, it produces methane（甲烷）, a greenhouse gas 30 times more powerful than carbon dioxide. At Canada's rate of food waste, that's like adding 12 million cars to the road.It seems that the food industry has some major redesigning ahead. Therefore, let's hope the government takes its responsibility.（1）How did Hooch do his study on food waste this time?A.By studying data from the industry.B.By tracking the whole production chain.C.By collecting advice from experts worldwide.D.By making a conclusion on the previous studies.（2）What do the numbers in Paragraph 4 tell us?A.Food waste plays a negative role.B.Food waste is a serious wake-up call.C.Food production costs a great deal.D.Food waste is a widespread problem.（3）Why does food waste have an effect on the environment?A.It produces more greenhouse gas.B.It gives off unpleasant smells.C.It produces poisons to the trees.D.It pollutes the soil around it.（4）What is the main idea of the text?A.Canadians don't like to save food for future.B.More than half of the food is wasted in Canada.C.Food industry is better redesigned in Canada.D.Families are mainly responsible for food waste.六、六选四China Has Launched the Seventh National CensusChi na, the world’s most populous country, started its seventh national population census on November 1, 2020. The massive task is now seeing around seven million workers spread out across the country to visit homes for registration work.The census is collecting data including name, ID number, gender, marital status, education, profession and other information about Chinese citizens.（1）This approach will greatly improve the efficiency of the consensus.China keeps track of its populace by conducting a national census every 10 years. The last census found its population had increased from 1.29 billion to 1.37 billion.（2）Nearly 600,000 foreign citizens returned the survey in 2010 --- most were from South Korea, the United States and Japan.（3）Such information is becoming more and more important as the long-term demographic effects of the one-child policy begin to kick in. In 2010, the census found that the number of Chinese people aged 14 or younger was down 6.2% from the previous census. China’s pool of workers is shrinking as well, with many young people having to support their parents and two sets of grandparents.Last year, the country’s birth rate hit its lowest level since the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. More than 250 million Chinese were over 60 years old, thestatistics revealed. They make up more than 18% of the population.（4）China is no doubt stepping into an era of aging population.This year’s census in China may even witness a decrease in the total size of the population for the first time in decades. Meanwhile, India is set to overtake China as the world’s most populous country by 2025.A.It was also the first to include foreigners who had been excluded from the census before.B.To deal with the problem of aging population, China has adjusted its family planning policy.C.The minister of Human Resources and Social Security said that this census would be of great significance in terms of its scale and professional operations.D.The main purpose of the population census is to provide key data for national policy making.E.The figure is estimated to rise to one-third of the country’s population by 2050 ---- or 480 million people.F.In addition to traditional methods, residents are also encouraged to use their cell phones or other digital tools “to declare personal and family information.七、汉译英take（过去式）________．邻居们都喜欢这个大家庭，在这个大家庭里，孩子尊敬长辈，长辈爱护孩子．（where）________晋元路以一位中国英雄的名字命名，他曾带领士兵在四行仓库(Warehouse)与日军战斗许久。