湖南省长沙市第一中学2023-2024学年高一上学期第一次阶段性检测(月考)英语试题 附答案
2023-2024学年湖南省永州市第一中学高一上学期第一次月考英语试卷及答案
永州一中2023年下期高一第一次月考试卷英语第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.How many people will visit New York for free?A.2.B.3.C.5.2.What does the man advise the woman to do?A. See Mr. Smith.B. Check the letter.C. Type the letter again.3.What’s wrong with Jane?A. She misses her home very much.B. She hasn’t received her mother’s letter.C. She is worried about her mother’s health.4.What does the man want to do?A. Learn to play baseball.B. Organize a baseball team.C. Find a baseball player.5.What does Susan mean?A. She had a date then.B. She will put off the meeting.C. She didn’t have time to prepare the speech.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题 5 秒钟;听完后, 各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
湖南省永州市第一中学2023-2024学年高一上学期第一次月考英语试题
湖南省永州市第一中学2023-2024学年高一上学期第一次月考英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解Sharon, Aged 22The most important thing to keep in mind when going into high school is to be yourself. Besides, I don’t know what your middle school was like, but high school teachers will not care about things such as how much homework you already have in one night. It’s best to just learn to deal with things and manage your time wisely so you can achieve everything you need.Frank, Aged 21I think almost every kid feels both nervous and excited before their first day. You will probably love it. I know I did. You should join in some sports or activities that will make your high school experience more enjoyable. Good luck！Eddie, Aged 20When I started high school I was really nervous too, especially since I had been home-schooled all through middle school and didn’t really know anyone, I suppose the best advice would be to just relax. The first couple of days can be a little bit hard, but things will become easier after you know it.David, Aged 19I’m not going to lie. The first day is kind of frightening. But you’ll get used to it. Don’t be afraid of anyone; upperclassmen will pick on you more if you let them know you’re afraid. Just take it easy. Making some friends and staying with them will greatly help you get used to high school quickly. After the first week it’s really not bad at all. Don’t worry.1．What can we infer from Sharon about high school?A．Teachers are quite strict.B．Students often stay up at night.C．Teachers provide little care for students.D．Students should make good use of their time.2．How did Eddie feel on his first day of high school?A．Excited B．Bored.C．Worried.D．Relaxed.3．Who mentions the importance of friends?A．Frank.B．David.C．Sharon.D．Eddie.I’m a seventeen-year-old boy preparing for my A Level exams at the end of the year. In the society where my peers (同龄人) and I live, we tend to accept the rat race values. As students, we want to get good grades so that we can get good jobs. I enjoy studying and have consistently received A’s in my classes. There was a year when I finished first in my class in the final exams. It was a great accomplishment.Another one I am pleased with is that I managed to improve the relationship between Mum and Dad. Dad was a successful businessman who was rarely at home. Mum was a housewife who always felt bored and constantly nagged (唠叨) him to let her go to work. Their constant arguing bothered me, so I advised Dad that Mum would be better off with a part-time job. He agreed, and their relationship has improved since then.My most proud achievement, however, is my successful work in the local old folks’ home. My grandparents had raised me since I was a child. I wept (哭泣) bitterly when they died. Unlike many of my classmates, I do not take part in my school’s community service to earn points. I enjoy my voluntary work and believe I’m contributing to a worthwhile cause. This is where I can help. I talk to the elderly, assist them with their daily life, and listen to their problems, glory days and the hardships they experienced.Last year, I hosted a successful New Year party for the elderly and they enjoyed a great time. Many expressed a desire to attend another party the following year. When I reflect on my accomplishments, I’m especially proud of my service at the old folks’ home, so I hope to study social work at university and work as a social worker in the future. I wish to be more skilled in attending to the less fortunate as well as find great satisfaction in it, after all. 4．What can be inferred about the author from the first paragraph?A．His good grades got him a good job.B．He refuses to compete with his peers fiercely.C．His views on social values are well known.D．He is content with his scholastic achievements.5．Which role does the author play in his parents’ relationship?A．A helper.B．A judge.C．A monitor D．A supporter. 6．What is the greatest accomplishment for the author?A．The contribution to volunteering.B．The success in exams.C．The recovery of confidence in life.D．The work in community service. 7．Why does the author want to major in social work at university?A．To gain a well-paid job.B．To give his life a purpose.C．To meet his grandparents’ expectations.D．To better help the disadvantaged."Creativity is the key to a brighter future, "say education and business experts. Here is how schools and parents can encourage this important skill in children.If Dick Drew had listened to his boss in 1925, we might not have the product that we now think of as great importance: a new type of tape. Drew worked for the Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company. At work he developed a kind of material strong enough to hold things together. But his boss told him not to think more about the idea. Finally, using his own time, Drew improved the tape, which now is used everywhere by many people. And his former company learned from its mistake. Now it encourages people to spend 15 percent of their working time just thinking about and developing new ideas.Creativity is not something one is just born with, nor is it necessarily a character of high intelligence. The fact that a person is highly intelligent does not mean that he uses it creatively. Creativity is the matter of using the resources one has to produce new ideas that are good for something.Unfortunately, schools have not tried to encourage creativity. With strong attention to test results and the development of reading, writing and mathematical skills, many educators give up creativity for correct answers. The result is that children can gain information but can't recognize ways to use it in new situations. They may know the rules correctly but they are unable to use them to work out practical problems.It is important to give children choices. From the earliest age, children should be allowed to make decisions and understand their results. Even if it' choosing between two food items for lunch, decision-making helps thinking skills. As children grow older, parents should try to let them decide how to use their time or spend their money. This is because the most important character of creative people is a very strong desire to find a way out of trouble. 8．What did the company where Drew once worked learn from its mistake?A．It should encourage people to work a longer time.B．People should be discouraged to think freely.C．People will do better if they spend most of their working time developing new ideas.D．It is necessary for people to spend some of their working time considering anddeveloping new ideas.9．We can know from the passage that creativity _________.A．something that most people are born withB．something that has nothing to do with intelligence at allC．a way of using what one has learned to work out new problemsD．something that is not important to the life in the future at all10．Why don't schools try to encourage creativity？A．They don't attach importance to creativity education.B．They don't want their students to make mistakes.C．They pay no attention to examination marks.D．They think it impossible to develop creativity in class.11．What should the parents do when their children decide how to spend their money？A．Allow them to have a try.B．Try to help them as much as possible.C．Take no notice of whatever they do.D．Order them to spend the least money.Livestreaming (直播) through channels such as Amazon Live and QVC is an increasingly popular way to sell goods online. It usually lasts between 5 and 10 minutes, and someone promotes a product. Viewers can then readily buy it by clicking on a link.We analyzed (分析) 99,451 sales cases on a livestream selling platform and matched them with actual sales cases. In terms of time, that is equal to over 2 million 30-second television advertisements.To determine the emotional (情绪的) expression of the salesperson, we used two deep learning models: a face model and an emotion model. The face model discovers the presence or absence of a face in a frame of a video stream. The emotion model then determines the probability that a face is exhibiting any of the six basic human emotions: happiness, sadness, surprise, anger, fear or disgust. For example, smiling signals a high probability of happiness, while an off-putting expression usually points toward anger.We wanted to see the effect of emotions expressed at different times in the sales cases sowe counted probabilities for each emotion for all 62 million frames in our database. We then combined these probabilities with other possible aspects that might drive sales — such as price and product characteristics — to judge the effect of emotion.We found that, perhaps unsurprisingly, when salespeople show more negative emotions — such as anger and disgust — the volume of sales went down. But we also found that a similar thing happened when the salespeople show high levels of positive emotions, such as happiness or surprise.A likely explanation, based on our research, is that smiling can be disgusting because it lacks true feelings and can reduce trust in the seller. A seller’s happiness may be taken as a sign that the seller is gaining interests at the customer’s expense.12．What can we know about the livestreaming to sell goods online?A．It challenges the physical economy.B．It helps big company sell all goods.C．It is very convenient for the buyers.D．It helps the sellers develop fixed expressions.13．What does the underlined word “off-putting” mean in paragraph 3?A．Unhappy.B．Embarrassed.C．Surprised.D．Shy.14．How do customers feel about the seller’s smiling?A．They feel thankful.B．They feel happy.C．They feel cheated.D．They feel so tired.15．Which of the following could be the best title for the text?A．Livestreamers Sell Products SuccessfullyB．Smiling Can Increase the Sales in RealityC．Emotions and Faces: What’s the DifferenceD．Expressions Affect Selling Products Online二、七选五Students must then answer properly, using materials they have learned in preparation for the exam. Showing plentiful knowledge of the subject results in passing the exam or an excellentgrade.17 As part of the completion of a program at the undergraduate or graduate levels, students might need to prove their knowledge and understanding of a subject area. Many science majors finish Bachelor’s studies with oral exams, or a particular program may require oral and written exams that show how a student has taken in all the materials learned in a four-year period. Usually study guides are available for these exams. 18 One valuable tip for students to succeed is to practice before the exam. 19 But by answering questions classmates or family ask them students can do as many practices as possible. On the day of the exam, students should dress plainly but respectfully, and in keeping with any dress requirements.Students taking these exams should remember how much they have learned, which is hopefully quite a lot. 20 When waiting outside the test room, taking a deep breath and reminding themselves that the oral exam is a nice way to show off how much knowledge has been learned from teachers can help overcome stressful moments. Also, any other relaxation techniques that help can be used.A．It raises questions to students in spoken form.B．Behaving properly can earn students some favor.C．They may not be able to predict all the questions.D．Usually, students performing well are experienced.E．Nervousness can even make the smartest student get stuck.F．There are many examples in college where oral exams are used.G．Therefore, prepared students tend not to be surprised by what they’re asked.三、完形填空The sun was shining brightly over our heads and sweat (汗水) was pouring off our backstraining 28 .After this journey, we were more 29 than we had imagined and we were much braver than we had 30 . Girls who looked pale rested for a little while, and then right away came back to the team. Boys who were being punished 31 to the playground at once and began to run. Sweat flowed down our faces when we thought about how to shout 32 than other classes.Military training taught us perseverance (坚持不懈) and determination. On the last day of our training, the confidence could be 33 on our faces. We shouted so loud that our 34 could be heard across the heavens. With eyes like burning torches (火炬), we walked into the future. Now the sun is 35 at all of us.21．A．crying B．making C．sending D．telling 22．A．nothing B．anything C．something D．everything 23．A．wasted B．spent C．kept D．took 24．A．strict B．curious C．interesting D．normal 25．A．success B．pleasure C．worry D．wonder 26．A．referred to B．contributed to C．turned to D．listened to 27．A．sunlight B．wealth C．desire D．health 28．A．received B．helped C．offered D．happened 29．A．concerned B．determined C．interested D．surprised 30．A．expected B．expressed C．disliked D．rescued 31．A．escaped B．moved C．rode D．rushed 32．A．larger B．stronger C．louder D．lower 33．A．seen B．heard C．smelt D．touched 34．A．thoughts B．feelings C．opinions D．voices 35．A．staring B．laughing C．waving D．smiling四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下列短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
2023届湖南省长沙市第一中学高三模拟试卷(一)英语试题(含听力)
2023届湖南省长沙市第一中学高三模拟试卷（一）英语试题(含听力）一、听力选择题1. What does the woman suggest the man do?A．Get a brochure.B．See online videos.C．Watch a TV program.2. What are the speakers mainly talk about?A．Patience.B．Interests.C．Challeup.3. What type of book is the woman reading?A．Science fiction.B．Horror fiction.C．Romantic fiction.4. How long will the speakers stay in Sydney?A．Two days.B．Seven days.C．Eight days.5. What will the woman do for the dog?A．Keep his body clean.B．Take him for a walk.C．Provide food and water.二、听力选择题6. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the man call Louis Catering？A．For an invitation.B．For food and drinks.C．For conference rooms.2. How many people will attend the party？A．108.B．112.C．120.7. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the woman going to do?A．Paint the room herself.B．Move to the Mission Inn Hotel.C．Ask her son to stay in another hotel.2. What’s the relationship between the two speakers?A．House owner and renter.B．Mother and son.C．Receptionist and customer.8. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
长沙市一中2024届高三月考试卷(六) 英语
长沙市一中2024届高三月考试卷(六) 英语Longsha No.1 High School 2024 Senior Three Midterm Exam (Six) EnglishReading ComprehensionPart AText 1:The text introduces the history and benefits of Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese martial art. It explains how Tai Chi incorporates slow, deliberate movements with deep breathing to promote relaxation and improve physical health. The practice of Tai Chi has been shown to reduce stress, increase strength and flexibility, improve posture, and boost overall well-being. The text encourages readers to try Tai Chi as a gentle form of exercise that can benefit both the body and mind.Questions:1. What is Tai Chi?2. How does Tai Chi promote relaxation and improve physical health?3. List two benefits of practicing Tai Chi.Text 2:The text discusses the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. It highlights the negative effects of overworking, such as increased stress, burnout, and decreased productivity. The text stresses the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and making time for activities outside of work. It suggests that by striking a balance between work and personal life, individuals can lead happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.Questions:1. What are the negative effects of overworking?2. How can individuals maintain a healthy work-life balance?3. Why is it important to prioritize self-care and make time for activities outside of work?Part BGrammar and Vocabulary1. Identify the verb tense used in the following sentence: "She will have completed her degree by the end of the year."2. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: "I will meet you ____ the corner of the street."3. Rewrite the sentence using reported speech: "The teacher said, 'The exam will be held next week.'"4. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "He is _____ tall, he can't reach the top shelf."a) so b) too c) very d) enoughWritingWrite an essay on the topic: "The Importance of Learning a Second Language." In your essay, discuss the benefits of learning a second language, such as improved cognitive skills, increased job opportunities, and enhanced cultural understanding. Provide examples to support your argument and explain why learning a second language is valuable in today's globalized world.Overall, the Longsha No.1 High School 2024 Senior Three Midterm Exam (Six) English paper tests students' reading comprehension, grammar and vocabulary skills, and writing abilities. It aims to assess their English proficiency and critical thinking skills in a variety of areas. Students are encouraged to approach each question thoughtfully and demonstrate their understanding and knowledge effectively.。
湖南省长沙市第一中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题(含答案)
2023-2024-2长沙市一中城南高一下期中考试英语时量：120分钟满分：150分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）略第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
AFamily Vacations in HawaiiWhether your interests are history, native cultures, hiking, water sports, or simply relaxing in the sun, Hawaii has abundant choices to keep you and your family entertained.Waikiki BeachThis famous two-mile stretch of sand is home to scores of family-friendly beach hotels and all kinds of action-packed excitement. Waikiki Beach is the perfect place to go if you’re looking for warm ocean water and golden beaches. Kids will enjoy walking along the beach, stopping for shaved ice or an ice cream and taking a dip in a safe area of the ocean.Oahu’s North ShoreSome of the talle st ocean waves in the world are found at Oahu, Hawaii’s North Shore coastline during the winter months. These crashing walls of water are born for surfing and offer one of the best free shows on the islands. The North Shore is home to world-class surf cont ests, attracting the world’s top surfers.Polynesian Cultural CenterNothing appeals to the whole family like Hawaiian past coming alive. Besides, the colorful costumes, lively songs, and traditional dances in the Pacific region are presented here. You’ll see customs of Fiji, New Zealand, Marquesas, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, and Hawaii all represented in Polynesian Cultural Center’s re-created island villages, which is decorated with palm trees and tropical gardens.Waimea Canyon(峡谷) State ParkMore than 3,500 feet deep, this landmark on Hawaii’s island of Kauai is the largest canyon in the Pacific. Unlike Grand Canyon, plentiful rain keeps Waimea Canyon and its surrounding area thick with vegetation(植被), and visitors are frequently treated to the sight of vivid rainbows. It offers a great canyon view and a covered picnic area.21. What makes Oahu’s North Shore known to the world?A. Its best free cultural shows.B. Its family-friendly beach hotels.C. Having the tallest coastline.D. Being a perfect place for surfing.22. Which place is most likely to attract those who are interested in history?A. Waikiki Beach.B. Oahu’s North Shore.C. Polynesian Cultural Center.D. Waimea Canyon State Park.23. What is special about Waimea Canyon compared to Grand Canyon?A. It has a covered picnic area.B. It’s rich in plants and rainfall.C. It has a depth of over 3,500 feet.D. It owns a unique kind of vegetation.BBeing cut from a school team can be a difficult experience for a kid. But when 13-year-old Emmie Tallent whohas Down syndrome(唐氏综合征) didn’t make her school’s cheer squad(啦啦队), she responded in the most impressive way — she cheered anyway. Emmie Tallent, a girl with firm determination, took to the sidelines while her school’s cheer squad performed. She matched the entire routine, moving for moving, in a black dress and tie-dyed shoes.Her sister, Sydnee, recorded this moment on video, and it’s now capturing hearts worldwide. The video, with over 3 million views and 87,000 likes, shows Emmie facing the official squad and performing the routine alongside them. Her performance is nothing short of inspiring. “Girl didn’t make the cheer team, but she didn’t care,” Sydnee wrote, admiring Emmie’s confidence.“E m mie may not be on the cheer team this time, but I’m s ure her talent and spirit will shine through somewhere in the future,” Sydnee said with a smile. “Right now, she’s satisfied and happy doing what she loves. Thank you all for supporting her. I want to show the world Emmie’s joy from pursuing what she likes and the beauty of diversity.”The team did not have a lot of spots and even neurotypical(神经正常的) girls who were much better than Emmie didn’t make it to join it. Emmie’s school was giving Emmie help and kept encouraging her, but there are hard decisions that have to be made sometimes. Though Emmie didn’t make the squad, she wasn’t feeling upset at home, and continued to follow cheer squad’s routines and moves to please herself and spread joy to others, even if from th e sidelines.In the face of rejection, this tough 13-year-old chose to dance rather than sit by and let it define her, inspiring us all to embrace our uniqueness and find joy in every moment.24. What do we know about Emmie from the first two paragraphs?A. She refused to give up performing.B. She used to be looked down upon.C. She showed a special talent for cheerleading.D. She felt down for not joining the cheer squad.25. Why did Sydnee post the video online?A. To show Emmie’s dancing skills.B. To inspire others with Emmie’s spirit.C. To help Emmie attract people’s attention.D. To express her gratitude to the cheer squad.26. How did the school react to Emmie’s joining the cheer squad?A. They told her to quit.B. They satisfied her need.C. They made an excuse.D. They offered her support.27. What does the author mainly intend to tell us?A. Believe in ourselves.B. Prepare for the worst.C. Keep our dreams alive.D. Youth gives us light.CLucy was rescued from a rural farm in New South Wales, Australia, two years ago. She was suffering from chlamydia(衣原体病), a disease widespread among koalas. Today, she is one of “the lucky” living creatures in tree corridors(走廊) that have been created by volunteers to protect koalas and other animals by saving their quickly shrinking habitats, or natural environment.The corridors, planted by the local conservation group Bangalow Koalas, are made up of large systems of plants. They are intended for koalas and other animals like the glossy black cockatoos, possums, and wallabies. All of them are endangered, or at risk of becoming extinct. The corridors provide a safe path across the koala’s increasingly broken habitat. “Our corridors are actually trying to get them away from humans, from cars and from dogs,” said Linda Sparrow, president o f Bangalow Koalas. “They can safely move across the landscapes and don’t have to put up with us humans.”The koala is predicted to be extinct in the wild in New South Wales by 2050. Some of the biggest dangers include wildfires and habitat loss through land clearing for development. Koalas have already been declared endangered in several Australian states. A recent report by the Australian Koala Foundation said the animal was worth an estimated $3.2 billion per year to the tourism industry.Founded in 2016, Bangalow Koalas has planted over 936,000 trees on 119 properties, helping koala conservation and improving the local ecosystem. The group, which depends on community volunteers, aims to plant 500,000 trees by 2025. V olunteer Lindy Stacker, who has been planting trees for over five years, still remains devoted to the cause. She said the activity is good for mental health and has brought the community together. “I can’t imagine a world where there’s no koalas in the wild. We’re going to do everything we can possibly to make sure that won’t happen,” Lindy said.28. Who is Lucy?A. A farmer.B. A patient.C. A koala.D. A volunteer.29. What are the tree corridors intended to do?A. To shelter koalas from human threat.B. To test the local natural environment.C. To save koalas suffering from chlamydia.D. To stop koalas’ habitats from being rebuilt.30. What does the author want to show in paragraph 3?A. The reason for koa las’ extinction.B. Koalas’ value in tourism industry.C. People’s deep love for k oalas.D. The necessity of saving koalas.31. What can be the best title for the text?A. Bangalow Koalas: A Group Intended For KoalasB. Tree Corridors: A Lifeline For Endangered KoalasC. Bangalow Koalas: Call On V olunteers For Koalas’ ProtectionD. Tree Corridors: Responsible For The Loss Of Koalas’ HabitatsDDeep sleep doesn’t just rest your body. Scientists believe it’s also when the brain washes away toxins(毒素), with a new project looking at whether the brain’s self-clean can be boosted.South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) neuroscientist Dr Tim Sargeant has teamed with D r Edward Robins from SAHMRI’s Molecular Imaging and Therapy Research Unit to develop a brain scan that shows how well a brain is cleaning itself. Studies have shown that a clean brain would help with memory while fighting dementia(痴呆).Scientists believe our brains clean themselves out each night when we enter deep sleep. Cerebrospinal fluid(脑脊液) is thought to wash through the brain, cleaning out toxins. Studies have shown a clear link between poor memory and toxins like the buildup of sticky plaques(黏性斑块) in the brains. Scientists believe brains that have a buildup of this plaque over time may not be cleaning themselves properly, putting people at risk of dementia.Fortunately, the hope is that a clean brain would help with memory while fighting dementia. The brain scan will use special material to track how well the brain can keep itself clean and healthy through the process of removing and recycling its waste. “We’re aiming to catch the signs of the brain struggling to keep itself clean in individuals around the age of 50 or 60, well before the onset of Alzheimer’s dis ease(老年痴呆) in most people,” Dr Sargeant said.This new scan, an exciting imaging technology, will allow scientists to form a picture of a living brain and watch how it’s recycling wasting material in real time. “The scan takes out a lot of the guess work, by allowing scientists to see with their own eyes if they’ve hit the target or not,” Dr Robins said. “Without imaging, a researcher can get all the way up to the trial st age before realising they’r e at a dead end.”32. What is the aim of Dr Sargeant and Dr Robins’ developing the brain scan?A. To help people enter deep sleep.B. To reduce memory loss and dementia.C. To research how to remove sticky plaques.D. To study what the brain uses to clean itself.33. What may cause dementia according to the text?A. Not enough blood in the brain.B. Too frequent cleaning of the brain.C. The increase of cerebrospinal fluid.D. The gradual increase of sticky plaques.34. What does the underlined word “onset” in paragraph 4 mean?A. Worsening.B. Improvement.C. Beginning.D. Disappearance.35. What does Dr Robins think of the brain scan?A. It is quite effective.B. It is just imaginary.C. It brings more work.D. It is far from exact.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
湖南省长沙市第一中学2022-2023学年高一上学期第三次月考英语试卷(含答案)
湖南省长沙市第一中学2022-2023学年高一上学期第三次月考英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、阅读理解Urban gardens are valuable assets to communities. They provide green spaces to grow sustainable food, build community cohesion (凝聚力), make new friends, connect with the earth, and much more. So, let's check out our list of 4 inspiring urban gardens in the US. Gotham GreensWhere: New York &ChicagoWhat: Gotham Greens first started in Brooklyn and now has four locations in New York City and Chicago. Their flagship farm in Brooklyn produces over 100,000 pounds of greens per year. But it doesn't just produce healthy local vegetables. It is using high-tech greenhouses with solar panels to make sure the food grown is healthy and sustainable. Baltimore Urban Gardening with StudentsWhere: Baltimore, MarylandWhat: The Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program encourages students to get their hands dirty and plant vegetables through their after-school and summer programs. Many of these kids don't have access to green spaces, and have never had the opportunity to grow food.ReVision Urban FarmWhere: Boston, MassachusettsWhat: ReVision Urban Farm in Boston works in partnership with the ReVision Family Home-a shelter for 22 homeless parents and their kids. The farm provides these families with information on healthy eating, and access to the farm’s fresh vegetables. The organization also provides job training to help families escape the cycle of poverty.SwaleWhere: New YorkWhat: Swale, a floating food forest located on a large boat, is an innovative project meant to inspire citizens to rethink the relationship between our cities and our food. This urban garden serves as both a living art exhibit and an educational farm. Food forests are sustainable gardens that include vegetables, fruit, nut trees, bushes, herbs, and vines -each one complementing the other in a symbiotic (共生的) relationship.1、What does the BUGS program mainly do?A.Provide job training for students.e high-tech greenhouses to grow healthy food.C.Create a sustainable garden on a large boat.D.Offer students the opportunity to grow vegetables.2、Which urban garden helps people get out of poverty?A.Gotham Greens.B.Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students.C.ReVision Urban Farm.D.Swale.3、Where can citizens go to see a food forest?A.Chicago.B.Baltimore.C.Boston.D.New York.Do you like to keep fit? We're always told that regular exercise is good for our body and mind. More and more people are taking up activities that improve their fitness. But is there a risk that some of us might get obsessed (着迷的) and overdo it?Well, for some people, fitness has become an obsession as they aim for perfection. And fitness trackers (追踪器) and apps can add to this addiction (癒), especially if someone is driven by achievement and perfectionism. And sharing data on social media means exercising becomes public and competitive, which could cause problems in someone who is vulnerable(脆弱的).Experts say this can lead to a medical condition called orthorexia nervosa, or addiction to healthy eating and over-exercise. Untreated, it can lead to malnutrition and mental health complications.Symptoms of over-exercising include injuries such as a broken leg and a low immune system. So how much exercise is too much? Researchers found the ideal pace to jog was about eight kilometers per hour and that it was best to jog no more than three times a week or for 2.5 hours in total, showing that moderate jogging is possibly more beneficial than being inactive or undertaking strenuous (剧烈的) jogging.If you're more of a couch potato than a quick runner, this might sound like good news. But for amateur (业余的) athletes who can't help but push their bodies to the limit the advice from Martin Turner. a sports and exercise psychologist(心理学家), is, “ It's all about letting go, not being obsessed, learning not to controleverything, saying, “You don't need to be perfect.”4、What contributes most to people's addiction to over-exercise according to paragraph 2?A. Their urge for social support.B. Their pursuit of perfectionism.C. Their addiction to fitness apps.D. Their concern over health issues.5、What does the underlined phrase “take its toll on” in paragraph 3 mean?A. Have a bad effect on.B. Go hand in hand with.C. Make little difference to.D. Play an important role in.6、What is the text mainly about?A. The risk of fitness obsession.B. The importance of mental healthC. The benefits of moderate jogging.D. The symptoms of over-exercising.7、In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?A. Science.B. Opinion.C. Culture.D. LifestyleA woman held her phone tightly to her heart the way a churchgoer might hold a Bible. She was anxious to take a picture of an impressive bunch of flowers that sat not so far away, but first she had to get through a crowd of others pushing their way to do the same. The cause of this was Bouquets to Art, one of the most popular events at the de Young Museum in San Francisco.Flower sellers were asked to create flower arrangements that respond to pieces of art on display, from ancient carvings to contemporary sculptures. It's extremely attractive and also memorable, to the point that it has become a problem.In recent years, the de Young received more than a thousand complaints from people who felt that cell phones had spoiled their experience of the exhibit. Institutions of fine art around the world face similar problems as the desire to take photographs becomes a huge attraction for museums, as well as something thatupsets some of their patrons(资助人）. So the de Young responded with a kind of compromise: carving out "photo free" hours during the exhibition's six-day run.One common complaint about the effect of social media on museum culture is thatpeople seem to be missing out on experiences because they are so busy collecting evidence of them. A study recently published in the journal Psychological Science suggests there is some truth to this. It finds that people who keep taking photos of an exhibit and posting them on social media rather than simply observing it, have a hard time remembering what they see. But the issue is complex for the professionals running museums. Linda Butler, the de Young's head of marketing and visitor experience, acknowledges that not everyone wants a museum to be "a photo-taking playland". Yet a lot of people do and she believes that the de Young is in no position to judge one reason for buying a $ 28 ticket to be more valid than another. “If we removed social media and photography,” she says, “we would risk becoming irrelevant.”8、What was the woman eager to do according to paragraph 1?A. To get her phone.B. To escape the crowdC. To take a photo.D. To push ahead.9、How did the de Young respond to the complaints from visitors?A. By setting periods without photo-taking.B. By making the exhibition free of charge.C. By compromising with the government.D. By extending the free exhibition hours.10、The recent study finds that the use of social media in museums may _________.A. uncover the truthB. cause irrelevancyC. bring more pleasureD. play a negative role11、Which of the following may Linda Butler support?A. Reducing admission prices.B. Meeting different needs of the visitors.C. Reserving judgement in public.D. Banning social media and photography.Cuckoos(布谷鸟) are masters of cheating. When it comes to raising young, they don't spend the energy building a nest(鸟巢), protecting eggs or feeding children. Instead, the female passes these roles on to other birds. They don't raise their own young. Usually, they lay their eggs in the nests of other birds, fooling other birds into thinking the cuckoo eggs are theirs.To succeed in doing this, & female cuckoo watches over her chosen nest to observe feeding times. When the host parent leaves its nest in search of food, the cuckoo quickly lays her eggs among those already in the nest. Sometimes, she will even destroy and remove oneof the host's eggs to make room for her own.Cuckoos are medium-sized birds with long tails, and often have gray or brown backs. When they hatch(孵化) and begin to grow in a host's nest, the difference between the two can be obvious to an onlooker. Often the cuckoo is twice the size of its foster parents(养父母)，The cuckoo imposter(冒名顶替者）is usually the only baby bird that the host parent has to care for. This is because when the cuckoo hatches after around 11 days, it gets rid of all the other eggs in the nest. It will lift each egg onto its back before throwing them one by one over the edge of the nest. Even then, the nonbiological parent will continue to treat it as one of its own.Also, cuckoos have developed to produce eggs that are similar in color to their main hosts'. This reduces the chances of eggs being attacked. Female cuckoos have been known to take host birds' attention away after laying their eggs by producing a noise similar to Eurasian sparrowhawks, scaring birds away from returning to the nest and allowing time for the cuckoo to make her escape unnoticed.12、What do mother cuckoos usually do when it comes to raising their young?A. Attend to eggs.B. Build a new nest.C. Learn feeding skills.D. Rely on other birds.13、What does the underlined word “them” in paragraph 3 refer to?A. Other cuckoos.B. Baby cuckoos.C. Cuckoo's host parents.D. Cuckoo's birth parents.14、What can be inferred about the cuckoo imposter?A. It usually hatches out earlier than the other eggs in the nest.B. It throws all the other eggs out of nests with its mother's help.C. It often makes a noise to scare other birds away from the nest.D. It looks much larger than other eggs in the nest before hatching.15、Which can be the best title for the text?A. How cuckoos protect their childrenB. How cuckoos fool other birdsC. How cuckoos destroy others' nestsD. How cuckoos produce eggs二、七选五16、How to Have an Attractive PersonalityBeing attractive comes more from your personality than your appearance, and taking on an attractive personality is key to having lasting relationships. ①_______The following tips help improve your ability to attract others.• Laugh at yourself. If you make a fool of yourself, laugh at yourself instead of feeling embarrassed. It shows that you're comfortable in your skin. A sense of humor makes someone more engaging and delightful to be with. ②_______It is a great ice-breaker or stress reliever, but don't ruin a serious conversation with inappropriate jokes.• Speak sincerely. Tell people the truth. If you can't commit to something, it's better to be honest about it than to have to tell them last minute that you can't make it. When people ask for your opinion, you should be honest. ③_______For instance, if you don't like your friend's shirt, respond with, “I really like you in blue instead,” rather than, “I hate it, it's ugly.”•④_______If you see value in making others laugh and keep yourself positive, you'll be a happier person, making others drawn to you as a result. A great way to remind you to laugh more is to have daily jokes on your phone or email. Set them for a time of day when you notice yourself start to feel mentally exhausted.• Have co nfidence in your body.You don't have to have the "perfect body" to be confident in it. People will be more attracted to you if you dress well and carry yourself well. If you need a little boost, place posters around your mirror that remind you of the charming parts of your body. ⑤_______A. Speak in a positive way.B. Make laughing a priority.C. Remember, there is a time and place for humor.D. There is difference between being frank and rude, though.E. Focus on these rather than what you're self-conscious about.F. Actually, developing engaging personalities is not that far out of reach.G. But having charming appearance is only skin-deep and far from enough.三、完形填空（15空）“What's it like to have a gap between your teeth?” a girl asked me one day.never think about it," I truthfully replied. She nodded and turned away. I was left wonderingwould be somehow better if my teeth were not gappy. How I wanted the perfect teeth that everyone else seemed to have!everyone got surgeries to become attractive, everyone would be exactly the same. There ismore terrible than the reality that people were going to notice it. I realized how important itis that no one is perfect. When all potential for ugliness is removed, so is all of the potentialIt’s really cute.”17、A. faced B. guessed C. asked D. imagined18、A. offer B. answer C. suggestion D. result19、A. heard of B. thought of C. talked about D. looked at20、A. consider B. brush C. cover D. admire21、A. unique B. upset C. frightened D. proud22、A. admitted B. noticed C. controlled D. changed23、A. convince B. promise C. warn D. judge24、A. worry about B. cheer up C. give up D. bring out25、A. creative B. lovely C. honest D. serious26、A. confidence B. health C. differences D. choices27、A. words B. jokes C. dreams D. acts28、A. appearance B. decision C. aim D. identity29、A. possibility B. basis C. truth D. choice30、A. challenge B. wisdom C. kindness D. beauty31、A. once B. again C. too D. instead四、短文填空32、Jennifer Jones, a 15-year-old teenage girl, fainted in her PE class and then①_________ (rush) to hospital. Her worried parents told the doctor that their daughter had missed breakfast that day. Fortunately, she was out of danger and would make a full②_________ (recover) soon. She had struggled with eating problems for a long time, for she thought③_________ (skip) meals would be a simple way to reach her target weight.Jennifer's case is a reminder of the dangers of the④_________ (healthy) weight-loss habits which have become common among teenagers. Extremely concerned, a health expert has warned them⑤_________using such extreme methods and stressed that having a balanced diet⑥_________ (be) necessary since teenagers are still growing and their bodies need a lot of nutrition⑦_________ (function) well. He also points out that it is important for teenagers to keep regular hours and get⑧_________large amount of exercise to stay energetic and fit.Anyway living well is the safest and most effective way to get into shape. If we all do so, our society⑨_________being thin is often seen as being beautiful will⑩_________(hopeful) change in the near future.五、书面表达33、假设你校正在组织英语作文比赛,请以“My Best Friend”为题,写一篇短文参赛,内容包括:1.简要介绍你最喜欢的朋友;2.说明你喜欢他/她的原因;3.朋友在我们生活中的重要性。
2023_2024学年湖南省长沙市高二上册第一次月考英语模拟测试卷(附答案)
2023_2024学年湖南省长沙市高二上册第一次月考英语模拟测试卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）略第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
ARisks at Your TableSome of the “everyday foods” we eat hide some unhealthy features, which most people ignore. We take a look at some of the health risks being served to you!Energy DrinksYou’re tired and you still have to face a physical or mental stress, so what a better friend than an energy drink to overcome the effort? However, most energy drinks contain chemicals that are harmful if taken in quantities, with effects that are similar to the ones from several other illegal drugs, smoking and alcohol consumption.White BreadWhite bread is poorer in fiber and protein than other bread alternatives. Fiber helps our body to understand when it has eaten enough. The sense of fullness is important if we don’t want an extra-consumption of calories.Breakfast Cereals(麦片)Breakfast cereals fill out lots of shelves in every supermarket you get inside. They’re one of the favorite foods for our first meal of the day, because they’re simply delicious. What many people are not aware of is that these products are loaded with GM(转基因) organisms which affect our immune system. If you really can’t separate yourselves from breakfast cereals, maybe you could start considering some organic breakfast cereal alternatives.Fat-Free FoodsFat-free foods may look like the gold mine for a perfectly balanced and satisfying diet, but the reality is widely different. Fats are essential for many body functions and for its healthy development.A fat-cut is not advisable, especially when your workouts are regular. Plus, fat-free foods are usuallyhigh in processed sugar.21. Which is particularly improper for a man going to the gym regularly?A. Energy drinks.B. White bread.C. Breakfast cereals.D. Fat-free foods22. What do these four foods have in common?A. They are delicious and healthy.B. They contain harmful chemicals.C. They hide some harmful features.D. They lack some essential nutrients.23. In which section of a website can you probably find this passage?A. Health.B. Medicine.C. Culture.D. Science.BDo you know what you’d like to be when you grow up? It takes most people many years to find out. For the young artist Alexandra Nechita, it never really seemed to be a question. From the day she got down to painting at the age of two, she was an artist. Alexandra Nechita was born in Romania in 1985 and moved to California when she was still a baby. As a little child, she loved colouring in her colouring books. Her parents hoped she could spend more time playing with other children, so they took away her colouring books. Alexandra began drawing her own pictures and colouring them in.By the time Alexandra was seven years old, she had begun painting with oil paints. When Alexandra took a local art class, her teacher was amazed at the young artist’s unusual style of painting. Alexandra’s work was similar in some ways to the paintings by famous artists like Picasso. These artists did not use a realistic style of painting. They allowed their imaginations to play an important part in their work. The interesting thing was that little Alexandra had never seen the work of these artists. People called her “Little Picasso”, which was a great honour.Alexandra’s first public show was held at a Los Angeles public library when she was only eight years old. People were amazed at how young Alexandra was, but mostly they loved her imaginative artwork. It did not take long for Alexandra and her work to become famous. She appeared on television programmes and in newpers and magazines all over the world. The sale of a single piece can earn the young artist thousands of dollars. But that is not why Alexandra creates artwork. She just cannot imagine doing anything else that would bring her such joy and satisfaction.Today, Alexandra is a full-time artist. She also works to help support the arts in schools. Alexandra is a strong believer in the power of art as a tool of communication and a bridge to building peacethroughout the world.24. When did Alexandra begin drawing pictures?A. In the year of 1985.B. At the age of two.C. At the age of seven.D. At the age of eight.25. Alexandra was called “Little Picasso” because _____________.A. she learned to paint from PicassoB. her style of painting was realisticC. she was one of Picasso’s big fansD. her style of painting was like Picasso’s26. What can we learn from the underlined sentence in Paragraph 3?A. Only painting can make her so delighted and satisfied.B. Only money can make her so ambitious and satisfied.C. Nothing can make her feel composed and satisfied.D. Anything can make her feel happy and satisfied.27. According to the passage, which word can best describe Alexandra?A. Polite.B. Generous.C. Creative.D. Patient.COne man’s trash is another man’s treasure. It is absolutely the case in Turkey where garbage collectors started collecting books that have been thrown away and ended up opening a library.It started when garbage man Durson Ipek found a bag of abandoned books when he was working and then it snowballed from there. Ipek and other garbage men started gathering the books they found on the streets that were ready for landfills(垃圾填埋地) and as their collection started to grow, so did word of mouth. Soon, local residents started donating books directly. The library was initially available only to the garbage employees and their families to use but as the collection grew, so did public interest and the library was opened to the public in 2017.“On the one hand, there were those who were leaving these books on the streets. On the other hand, others were looking for these books,” Ankaya mayor Alper Tasdelen told CNN. “We started to discuss the idea of creating a library from these books. When everyone supported it, this project happened.”All the books that are found are sorted and checked for condition. If they pass, they go on theshelves. Today, the library has over 6,000 books that range from fiction to nonfiction and there’s a very popular children’s section that even has a collection of comic books. An entire section is devoted to scientific research and there are also books available in English and French. The collection has grown so large that the library loans books to schools and educational programs.“Village school teachers from all over Turkey are requesting books,” Tasdelen told CNN. The government has to hire a full-time employee to manage the library.This library is incredibly popular. It is frequently filled with the children of the city’s workers and students from nearby schools. There is a waiting room set up for readers and chess boards for the people who visit the library. You can even enjoy a cup of tea in the waiting room.28. What does the underlined word “snowballed” in paragraph 2 probably mean?A. Grew slowly.B. Developed rapidly.C. Declined quickly.D. Worsened gradually.29. What do we know about the library?A. You can’t find novels in the library.B. There are only books in Chinese and English.C. All the books that are found will go on the shelves.D. Schools and educational programs can borrow books from the library.30. Why did the government hire a full-time employee?A. To raise people’s awareness of recycling.B. To classify and check the donated books.C. To meet the huge demand from rural teachers.D. To expand the social influence of the library.31. What can be inferred about the library from the last paragraph?A. It provides a very considerate service.B. It’s crowded with readers every day.C. It needs to improve its management.D. It’s an excellent place to enjoy tea.DFour “amateur(业余的) astronauts” are about to launch into orbit in another landmark mission for ce tourism. It’s the latest flight to help open up access to ce for paying customers. The trip has been paid for by US billionaire businessman Jared Isaacman, who will travel with three crewmates(机组同事). A healthcare worker, a science educator and a data analyst will circle the Earth with Mr. Isaacmanfor three days. They hope to inspire others with their adventure and to raise money for children’s cancer medicine. Accordingly, the mission has been named Inspiration 4.The crew’s Dragon vehicle, made by Elon Musk’s company ce X, will ride a Falcon-9 rocket. It is due to launch from Florida’s Kennedy ce Center at 20:02 EDT on Wednesday, or very shortly after. The cecraft will reach an altitude of 575km, which is about 150km higher than the International ce Station (ISS). The four will then spend their time doing experiments and looking at Earth through a large domed(圆顶状的) window which offers panoramic views of the whole planet.The mission follows hot on the heels of Sir Richard Branson’s flight aboard his Virgin Galactic rocket plane on 11 July, and fellow billionaire Jeff Bezos’s trip to ce nine days later in the New Shepard vehicle. The glass dome has been fitted in place of the mechanism that Dragon normally uses to dock(对接) with the ISS, which isn’t needed on this flight.In the 60 years since Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin first went into ce, fewer than 600 people have followed in his footsteps, and most of those have been military-trained personnel flying on government-sponsored missions. Inspiration 4 is different. It’ll be a fully commercially purchased and operated orbital flight. NASA helped fund the development of a lot of the technology used by Elon Musk’s company, and did so to tryto diversify the economy in low-Earth orbit.32. Why is the mission called Inspiration 4 according to paragraph 1?A. To promote the ce tourism industry.B. To highlight the huge expenses of the ce trip.C. To claim the commercial benefits of ce adventures.D. To inspire people and collect money for medical treatment.33. What can we learn about the great mission?A. Its crew members are mostly military trainees.B. The launch schedule is to be further confirmed.C. It is to be made nine days after Jeff Bezos’ ce trip.D. A glass dome will be fitted to replace the mechanism to join the ISS.34. What is the function of the “large domed window” according to paragraph 2?A. It ensures the success of the mission.B. It enables the crew to observe surrounding planets.C. The crew can get a full view of the earth through it.D. The crew can take advantage of it to do experiments.35. What is the passage mainly about?A. A commercially paid orbital flight.B. The diversity of ce exploration.C. The development of ce technology.D. A ce tour on government-sponsored missions.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
湖南省长沙市第一中学2023-2024学年高三上学期月考卷(四)英语 试题
长沙市一中2024届高三月考试卷（四）英语时量：120分钟满分：150分得分：_________第一部分听力（共两节, 满分30分）做题时, 先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后, 你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分7. 5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后, 你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例： How much is the shirt?A. £19. 15.B. £9. 18.C. £9. 15.答案是C。
1. What will the weather probably be like at the weekend?A. Windy.B. Rainy.C. Snowy.2. What is the total value of the toy cars?A. £50.B. £130.C. £150.3. What animal did the speakers get two months ago?A. A cat.B. A pig.C. A rabbit.4. What will the man do before going into town?A. Eat his breakfast.B. Have his hair cut.C. Visit a bookshop.5. What is the conversation mainly about?A. Skin problems.B. Eating habits.C. Health care.第二节（共15小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分22. 5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
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2023-2024-1长沙市一中高一上第一次月考英语时量：100分钟满分：150分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will Andy do this weekend?A. Enjoy some music.B. Visit a friend.C. Stay at home.2. What did the man do recently?A. He worked hard.B. He went on vacation.C. He visited his relative.3. How is the man feeling?A. He is sick.B. He is tired.C. He is relaxed.4. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a car.B. At a bus stop.C. At a parking lot.5. What is wrong with Sarah?A. Her bike was broken.B. She was badly hurt.C. She was fairly frightened.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5 段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5 秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man doing?A. Hosting a program.B. Conducting a survey.C. Doing some shopping.7. Who is the woman shopping with?A. Her friend.B. Her schoolmate.C. Her husband.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What happened to the man?A. He has missed his flight.B. His flight is held up.C. His flight has been canceled.9. What is the weather like in Malaysia?A. Changeable.B. Settled.C. Extreme.10. What will the woman do next?A. Board the plane.B. Make a travel plan.C. Check the weather report.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What are the speakers talking about?A. Ways of keeping fit.B. Benefits of exercise.C. Tips for losing weight.12. What does the scientific journal say about keeping fit?A. Regular mild physical activity works better.B. Working out at the gym is the most rewarding.C. Avoid eating after doing intensive exercise.13. What does Rashmi do to stay fit?A. He works out at the gym.B. He runs in the park.C. He goes cycling.听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What do we know about Jack?A. He is a sports lover.B. He is a man of action.C. He is a skilled organizer.15. Which aspect of the company appeals to Jack?A. The competitive pay.B. The positive impact on society.C. The pleasant work environment.16. What position did Jack apply for after finishing university?A. A coach.B. An editor.C. A journalist.17. How does Jack describe himself?A. Qualified.B. Honest.C. Experienced.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What made the speaker upset with Giles?A. The way he communicates.B. The way he dresses.C. The way he works.19. What did the speaker’s father suggest he do?A. Try to change Giles.B. Accept differences.C. Pay attention to details.20. What is the speaker’s attitude towards Giles now?A. Positive.B. Impatient.C. Critical.第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
AArtwork Competition—Create a Character!Are you an artist? This may be the perfect competition held by Teen Ink to show your creative ability. We want you to create your own character. You need create a backstory for the character and give him or her a name. Originality is compulsory(必要的).Rules:●You must be a teen(aged 13-19) with a Teen Ink account to enter.●Submissions(提交的材料) should be closely related to the subject and follow the regulations.●The competition is open to all the individuals.●Character must be original—The character you create must be entirely your own idea and design, as wellas the backstory and the name. Ideas that do not belong to you will not be accepted.Guidelines and Details:●All art types are acceptable.●There is no limit to the number of pieces you can submit.●Give your character a name and backstory. Leave t hese in the “Author’s Comments” section of yoursubmission.How to Submit:●Submit entries(作品) through our website. All entries submitted to Teen Ink are automatically(自动)considered for the competition. See our submission guidelines for more information.●I nclude the words “Character Competition” in your submission’s title.●Hand in your entries before March 1, 2023.Prizes:Winners and honorable mentions will have their characters published in Teen Ink magazine. The overall winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card.21. What is the purpose of holding the artwork competition?A. To increase the sales of Teen Ink.B. To praise the young artists for their talents.C. To attract people of all ages to the activity.D. To exhibit the teenagers’ artistic creativity.22. What rules should the participants follow?A. The works should be a team effort.B. The participants should be under 13.C. A common account should be shared.D. The content should be connected to the subject.23. How will the participants submit their works?A. By handing in entries before April 10.B. By submitting works on Teen Ink webpage.C. By posting entries to the magazine directly.D. By sending in works titled “Character Competition”.BThe Elephant Men program is the creation of Reginald Caster and Robert Harris, two friends who grew up together in a poor neighborhood in Memphis, Tennessee. They grew up, moved away, and became successful. They remained friends and shared an aim. The aim was to help boys aged 9 to 13 in their old neighborhood. They wanted to act as role models for young boys and to stop them from getting into trouble as they got older.They called their program The Elephant Men after reading how elephant families in Africa surround and protect their young when they are in danger. Reginald and Robert’s program supports the young men in inner cities who are at risk of losing their lives to drugs. Their idea is “protecting our youth with the power and belief of the elephant”.They look for different ways for young men to build respect for themselves and others. One way is to use sports, especially basketball, to bring them together. Another successful program is a four-week summer work program that includes more than 100 young boys. The boys pick up rubbish across the city in exchange for a $ 200 gift card with which they can buy school clothes. To be part of the program, the boys have to get a recommendation(推荐) letter from an adult at their school who is willing to write something good about them. This gives the boys a reason to do well in school.“We know our program works,” says Reginald. “We have some kids in college now and the best day of the year for us is the weekend before school starts, when we see our boys in the stores buying their clothes and books for school.”24. What did Reginald and Robert hope to do?A. Become famous.B. Leave their hometown.C. Run their own business.D. Set good examples for boys.25. Why is the program called The Elephant Men?A. It has the same spirit as the elephant families.B. It aims to protect the elephant.C. It is based on a true story.D. It is the name of a book.26. What do the boys need to do to be part of the summer work program?A. Get a recommendation from the school.B. Raise $ 200 for school to buy gifts.C. Pick up rubbish.D. Buy school clothes.27. How does Reginald feel about The Elephant Men program?A. Grateful.B. Satisfied.C. Puzzled.D. Worried.CThe human brain remembers negative experiences more easily than positive ones. Our brains have developed in this way because threats, like dangerous animals, have a more immediate effect on people’s survival compared to positive things like food or shelter(居所). As a result, you clearly know what makes you unhappy, but do you know what makes you happy?Research suggests that our level of happiness is partly shaped by the choices we make. If you’ve been chasing wealth, fame, power and some material things, you may be looking for happiness in the wrong places. Psychologists suggest that the following habits can make people happier.People who own close relationships tend to be happier than those who do not. The number of our friends is not important. What matters is the quality of our relationships. Relationships that bring happiness usually consist of the sharing of feelings, acceptance, mutual(双方的) respect and trust.People who exercise regularly can improve both their physical and mental well-being. Some research has shown that exercise can be as effective as some medicine in treating depression.If we are so interested in an activity, we may lose track of time, and we can be in a state of flow. The activity could be playing the piano, surfing the Internet or playing a game... People who experience flow in their work or life tend to be happier.People are more likely to be happy if they know what their strengths are and can use them regularly. People are especially happy when they can set goals and use their strengths to achieve them.People, who think positively by being grateful, mindful and optimistic, are more likely to be happy. Being grateful means being thankful. Being mindful means considering, focusing on, and enjoying the experiences of the present moment. Being optimistic means being hopeful about the future.28. Why do human brains remember negative things more easily?A. Because negative things are easy to remember.B. Because negative things can make people live much happier.C. Because negative things tend to affect human survival immediately.D. Because negative things are much more important than other things.29. According to this passage, in which of the following can people not find happiness?A. Making friends.B. Chasing power.C. Doing sports.D. Playing the violin.30. In the last paragraph, what does the author advise us to do?A. We should think more about our future.B. We should focus on everything in our life.C. We should be positive in our life and work.D. We should only enjoy the present moment.31. What does the passage mainly want to tell us?A. Why people remember positive things easily.B. Why people remember negative things easily.C. The habits the people form in their life.D. Some habits that make people happy.DThe Suez Canal(苏伊士运河), which connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, opened in 1869. It helps speed world trade between the East and the West. But the man-made waterway has also helped speed the rise of other things, such as non-native(非本土的) species, which have damaged the Mediterranean’s environment and caused native species to disappear.The number of non-native species has risen since the Suez Canal was widened in 2015. The “New Suez Canal”has raised concerns in many Mediterranean countries.Bella Galil is an Israeli biologist who has studied the Mediterranean for over 30 years. She noted that thewidening and deepening of the Suez Canal had created a “moving aquarium(水箱)”of species. These species could make coastal waters almost unusable for human beings. Galil believes the number of invasive(入侵的) species has reached 400, which is twice the number from 30 years ago.Scientists in Mediterranean countries from Turkey, Tunisia to Lebanon share the same concern. But some Egyptians don’t consider the environmental concerns as serious. They said only 5% of the i nvaders are a problem and that invasive species can be helpful by “taking the place of species that are overfished”. They don’t think that the widening of the canal is responsible for the increase in invasive species; they say the increase was caused by rising water temperatures and wastewater from ships.The Suez Canal Authority runs the canal. Canal officials say they are closely watching the movements of sea species. They say they are requiring ships to take action to avoid carrying species from one side of the canal to the other. And they are trying to keep salt levels high in the Bitter Lakes to stop invasive species reaching there. Galil, however, questions whether these will be enough to protect the native species. “One day we will wake up to a complete and irreversible(不可逆的) change and know that there was something we could have done about it, if only it had been done on time,” she said.32. What does the first paragraph show?A. Seeing is believing.B. Man will beat nature.C. Let nature take its course.D. Every coin has two sides.33. What does Galil say about the “New Suez Canal”?A. Its environment is worsening.B. It connects Mediterranean countries.C. It is widened to include more species.D. It protects endangered native species.34. What do some Egyptians disagree on?A. The results of overfishing.B. The reduction of native species.C. The cause of the increase in invasive species.D. The meaning of the widening of the Suez Canal.35. What is Galil’s attitude to the Suez Canal Authority’s action?A. Uninterested.B. Doubtful.C. Thankful.D. Understanding.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。