2022-2023学年高二英语期末试卷含解析
湖南省常德市道河中学2022-2023学年高二英语期末试卷含解析
湖南省常德市道河中学2022-2023学年高二英语期末试卷含解析一、选择题1. —Anything else to remind us?—The photographer needs to charge up the digital camera every day as the battery ______ quickly.A. shuts upB. ends upC. runs outD. uses up参考答案：C2. They waited at the bus stop and about five minutes later the bus they wanted along.A. comingB. cameC. to comeD. had come参考答案：B3. Anyhow Robbie intended to _________him as his son.A. realizeB. admitC. acknowledgeD. recognize参考答案：C33. —Did you see a girl in white pass by just now? — No, sir. I _____a newspaper.A. readB. have readC. was readingD. am reading参考答案：C略5. Though ________ behind and feeling awkward, Jack kept on running until he reached the finishing line.A. leavingB. having leftC. leftD. being left参考答案：C试题分析：考查非谓语动词及句意的理解。
句意：虽然他被落在后面感到很局促不安，Jack坚持跑一直他到了终点线。
根据句意，主句主语Jack 是被落在后面，与前面非谓语动词形成被动关系，用过去分词表达，因此C正确。
浙江省金华市十校2022-2023学年高二下学期期末调研考试英语试卷(含答案)
浙江省金华市十校2022-2023学年高二下学期期末调研考试英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解Do you wish to cool off from the sun and escape to a secret underworld pools for freshwater wild swims? Here are some destinations where you can enjoy yourself to the fullest.Glen Etive, Glen Coe, HighlandsThis dramatic canyon (峡谷) is a perfect place for wild swimmers, with wonderful pink rocks and river pools and good access from a tiny road that winds all the way to the lake. On a summer day yellow and black butterflies fly low over the water. There are several hidden pools and cliffs (悬崖), which are great for jumping. There’s a great spot for wild camping above.Pinkery Pond, Challacombe, SomersetEscape the crowds by heading to Challacombe. On the side of a hidden canyon is Pinkery Pond. This is a superb lake, sheltered even on a windy day. On a lonely stretch of land, the beautiful lake is perfect for skinny dipping (浸渍), with only the wild rabbits and occasional deer to watch over you.Frensham Great Pond, Churt, SurreyFrensham has fine sandy beaches and is perfect for families; kids can swim in a safe area and there is a cafe with parking and facilities. It was built as a fishpond for the Bishop of Winchester’s visit to Farnham Castle in 1246, and afterwards was dried up every five years when wheat was grown for a season on its bed.Llyn Eiddew-bach, Talsarnau, GwyneddThis beautiful remote lake is set in the wild, empty lands of the northern Rhinogs in the Snowdonia National Park. There are cliffs for jumping and amazing views of the sea. Bryn Cader Faner, a Bronze Age stone circle, is half a mile away, and you can continue for a mile up the mine track to reach little Llyn Du at the top.1、Who is the text mainly intended for?A. Wild swimmers.B. Mountain climbers.C. Animal-lovers.D. Cliff-jumpers.2、Which destination best suits visitors with children?A. Glen Etive, Glen Coe, Highlands.B. Pinkery Pond, Challacombe, Somerset.C. Frensham Great Pond, Churt, Surrey.D. Llyn Eiddew-bach, Talsarnau, Gwynedd.3、Where can the text be found?A. In a travel magazine.B. In a fitness brochure.C. In an adventure guidebook.D. In a geography textbook.One in four children who are feeling sad or anxious hide mental health difficulties from their parents, research shows.BBC Children in Need surveyed 2,502 young people aged 11 to 18,whose replies suggested that one in three regularly felt anxious or worried about their future. One in four said that they regularly felt the need to hide negative feelings, while one in three said they did not feel comfortable asking for help about feelings and emotions. One in four said they had not talked to someone they trusted about their mental health in the past six months.Researchers also surveyed 2,500 parents, with half saying that there was insufficient support available for children struggling with mental health. One in six said they were not confident in recognizing signs of poor mental health in their child. Simon Antrobas, president of BBC Children in Need, said, “Some feelings of anxiety can be hidden， so empathizing （共情）with them and letting them know that you understand why they feel the way they do can make a real difference to a child's health and can help prevent mental health problems from becoming se rious.”Meanwhile a survey of 3,014 adults by the mental health charity, Mind, suggested that the rising expenses of living is making people stressed. Half of participants said that their mental health was being negatively affected by the financial impact of the expenses of living. Sarah Hughes, Mind chief executive, said, “The uncertainty of watching as our costs rise can be difficult to bear and having so much to deal with can affect our mental health. Despite this, looking after our mental health is ofte n last on our list.”4、What can be learned from the survey on young people in paragraph 2?A.Most of them have anxiety about their future.B.One in four found it difficult to trust their parents.C.One third felt the need to ask for help with their problems.D.A quarter of them regularly felt it necessary to hide negative feelings.5、What does Antrobus suggest parents do?A.Place children's needs first.B.Recognize their own struggles.C.Show understanding to children.D.Study the reasons for children's problems.6、What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A.We are supposed to cut down our living expenses.B.Mental health has been attached much attention to.C.Almost every adult has experienced financial difficulties.D.There is a link between high living costs and mental health.7、What's the author's purpose in writing the passage?A. To introduce a mental health charity.B.To discuss the causes of negative feelings.C.To encourage studies on children's mental health.D.To present research findings of mental health issues.Ontario proposed issuing a license(许可证) that allows residents to loosen dogs in an enclosed area to teach them how to hunt live animals such as foxes and rabbits recently. Hunters say there is a growing demand for the dog sport, which is often referred to as training, while animal advocates call it a cruel practice for catching animals alive.Graydon Smith, the Natural Resources and Forestry Minister, said the government wants to allow more of the hunting facilities to prevent the sport from moving underground. “If there aren’t enough facilities, dog owners may do this on other private land or public land. In that case, there could be unwanted interactions with both people and wildlife.”Christine Hogarth, who is in charge of animal welfare in the province, appealed for the Safety of all animals in the training. “There should be bush piles or man-made escape units, where food is placed so the rabbits learn where to hide.” Christine Hogarth said, “And make sure there are not many dogs going to go in a 10-inch tunnel when there’s an alligator (鳄鱼) at the other end.”the government to issue the license last year, giving reasons why it was a necessity. The dog sport also has competitions. Judges stand throughout the enclosures to score how well dogs are tracking and hunting down rabbits. The dog training proposal also has the support of the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. But Camille Labchuk, director of advocacy group Animal Justice, argued the entire practice is very cruel. “They do some of these contests where dogs chase terrified rabbits around an enclosed area, and they also train the dogs to kill the rabbits so that they can later use those dogs for hunting.” she said.8、What’s the purpose of the proposal?A. To free dogs from chains.B. To encourage dog sport.C. To enrich residents’ lives.D. To limit dog ownership.9、What does Christine say about the dog training?A. Alligators can be used to train dogs.B. Food must be placed to attract the dogs.C. Safety measures should be taken to protect animals.D. Dogs should not be allowed to go through a narrow tunnel.10、What does the underlined word “lobbied” in paragraph 4 mean?A. Warned.B. Persuaded.C. Promised.D. Forced.11、Which word best describes Labchuk’s attitude toward the proposal?A. Favorable.B. Opposed.C. Objective.D. Unclear.Have you ever found that you were able to sleep better with an air conditioner or fan running or perhaps with the sound of rain falling outside? If so, then you’re already familiar with white noise.White noise refers to a noise that has a mixture of all the audible (听得见的) frequencies that the human ear can detect. It is a combination of all the frequencies of sound played at once. It can cover the sounds of other noises because of its various frequencies, leading many people to experience its calming effects.Studies have that listening to white noise positively found affects sleep. For example, people living in a high-noise area of New York City fell asleep faster and spent more of their time in bed asleep while listening to white noise. In another study, listening to white noise through headphones improved sleep quality for seriously ill patients in a loud hospital room. However, more research is needed to confirm whether the characteristics of white noise itself improve sleep or whether the sound primarily helps by covering background noise.However, a recent analysis of multiple studies looking at white noise’s effect on sleep has produced mixed results. The researchers are doubtful about the quality of existing evidence and conclude that further research is necessary in order to widely recommend white noise as a sleep aid. They also note that in some instances, white noise can disturb a person’s sleep and may affect their hearing.Despite that, researchers are still optimistic that the steady hum of white noise might reduce a sleeper’s sensitivity to unpredictable noises from the environment, such as transportation sounds like cars and planes, which are considered a major contributor to poor sleep.12、Why does white noise have calming effects?A. It can absorb other noises.B. It can help people sleep better.C. It can be detected by human ears.D. It can cover the sounds of other noises.13、How does the author explain the benefits of white noise?A. By giving examples.B. By telling stories.C. By asking questions.D. By making comparisons.14、Which statement may researchers agree with according to the last two paragraphs?A. White noise should be strongly recommended as a sleep aid.B. Harmful effects of white noise have become a major concern.C. Poor sleep will make people sensitive to the unpredictable noises.D. More researches are needed to confirm the effect of white noise on sleep.15、Which of the following can be a suitable tile for the text?A. How Does White Noise Work?B. Is White Noise Harmful in Any Way?C. Does White Noise Help You Sleep?D. What Are the Benefits of White Noise?二、七选五16、If someone offered you a marshmallow (棉花糖) now, but promised you two marshmallows if you waited for 15 minutes, what would you do? There’s always the chance you don’t like marshmallows. ①_______ Would you prefer to snack on one right away, or remain patient enough to double your treat?The Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, conducted over 20 years ago, presented this choice to a group of children between the ages of 3 a nd 6. At first, the experiment didn’t gain much attention. But about10 years later, the researchers followed up with the participants and discovered something interesting. Some of the kids who had chosen to wait for 15 minutes were doing better on tests. ②_______While some scientists believe there is no connection, others believe patience made the difference. ③_______ That extra patience helped students in other parts of their lives too, like studying and learning. Further experiments involving different snacks have yielded similar resultsIf, when you first started reading this, you thought you would rather eat your snack right away, that’s OK. ④_______ Experts emphasize that patience is a skill that can be developed and strengthened. Dr. Parker Huston, a psychologist, suggests individuals can cultivate patience by identifying the sources of frustration in their lives and preparing for thosemoments. When faced with frustrating situations, you can take deep breaths and count backwards from ten to one⑤_______ Regardless of whether you choose to eat the marshmallow immediately or wait the key is to maintain an open mind and learn to practice patience. No matter where your future takes you, patience can help you get there.A. But let’s say you love them.B. Let’s return to the marshmallow.C. It doesn’t suggest you are meant to succeed.D. Does patience help you plan ahead for your future?E. The students who waited for the extra treat were more patient.F. The good news is that we can all learn how to be more patient.G. Could there be a connection between waiting and future success?三、完形填空（15空）A 71-year-old Swedish man “can't put into words" how thankful he is for the new technology that saved him from sudden cardiac arrest（心脏骤停）.to save a patient's life.EMADE drones（无人机）swiftly delivered an automated external defibrillatorwas a drone carrying an AED!"of the ambulance.probably wouldn't be here.”17、A. change B. conflict C. incident D. campaign18、A. doorway B. backyard C. house D. driveway19、A. quickly B. gradually C. exactly D. usually20、A. seek B. offer C. stop D. refuse21、A. influential B. immediate C. impressive D. inspiring22、A. energy-efficient B. life-savingC. cost-effectiveD. family-centered23、A. hospital B. ambulance C. scene D. room24、A. storage B. purchase C. delivery D. return25、A. On purpose B. By chance C. Without delay D. In fact26、A. rested B. waved C. struggled D. collapsed27、A. learning B. performing C. explaining D. teaching28、A. noticed B. imagined C. remembered D. missed29、A. rushed B. called C. guided D. dragged30、A. stable B. realistic C. popular D. useful31、A. report B. inquiry C. recovery D. preparation四、短文填空32、Typically, midnight screenings (放映) of new movies are popular among young audiences, creating a lively carnival-like atmosphere. However, the recent midnight gathering of fans ①______ their 30s or 40s for The First Sloam Dunk has caused ②______ interesting and unconventional phenomenon ③______ is being hotly discussed among movie fans this week.④______ (base)on Japanese popular Slam Dunk manga (漫画), the animated movie The First Slam Dunk began ⑤______ (it) screening across the country’s IMAX cinemas on April 20 at midnight, ⑥______ (bring)a strong sense of nostalgia(怀旧) to Chinese fans born in the 1980s and 90s. “The manga carries a positive message about holding on to what you love and never giving up, which ⑦______ (encourage) many people since its publication.” said Zhang,a fan of the manga.30 years ago, the original manga ⑧______ (introduce) in Chinese mainland. And now, the story continues. The beloved ⑨______ (character)from Shohoku High School reunite in the new movie to compete against Japan’s strongest high school basketball team in the ⑩______ (tough) game of their lives.Earning 9. 2 points out of 10 on Douban, the movie has earned around 170 million yuan ($24.7 million) to top the country’s box office charts by Friday.五、书面表达33、某国际学校将举行”中学生艺术作品展”。
2022-2023学年山东省临沂市高二(上)期末英语试卷(含答案)
2022-2023学年山东省临沂市高二（上）期末英语试卷(含答案)听力略。
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。
11．（7.5分）Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders，Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays.Unique beachesYonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyako Island，where white sand stretches for seven kilometers.The ocean is colored in emerald blue，attracting visitors with its pact Sunayama Beach，known for its arch-shaped rock，is located in a small cove，and is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel of trees.Diverse and colorful fishSnorkeling （潜水）is a must-try in Miyako Island.Dense coral reefs，schools of tropical fish，sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features.For beginners，Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Imgyo MarineGarden，Waiwai Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots.The bridgesIrabu Bridge is the longest toll-free bridge in Japan.It connects Miyako Island and Irabujima，stretching for 3540 m，drawing a gentle curve （曲线）.The length of the bridge can also be read as " san （3）go （5）no shi （4）ma，" meaning coral island in Japanese.Smaller bridges connect Irabu and Shimoji islands，giving visitors additional beach options.On Shimoji Island，there is a boardwalk around Tooriike，two dramatic marine （海洋的）ponds connected to each other and the sea by an underwater cave system.For more information，please click here .（1）What is special about the Compact Sunayama Beach？________A.Its rock is arch-shaped.B.The white sand stretches long.C.The ocean is colored in emerald blue.D.Its location is in a narrow tunnel of tree.（2）Which place is the best for experienced snorkelers？________A.Aragusuku.B.Irabu.C.Waiwai beach.D.Shigira.（3）What can we know about Irabu Bridge？________A.It has two marine ponds.B.It presents a gentle curve.C.It is the longest bridge in Japan.D.It connects Miyako Island and Shimoji.12．（10分）Originally from Binghamton，Senior Jonathan Shapiro，the Business major decided to pursue his degree to further his music career. " The reason I came here was because in my senior year，I had a manager who was the owner of 105.5 The Beat，a radio station here in Rochester，and he invited me to come to this Kevin Gates concert，" Shapiro said. " I worked with him for months，and I never ended up signing [ …] but this school was close to him. "The majority of fellow rappers that Shapiro has encountered in Rochester live different lives than he does —they don't go to college，and they're born-and-bred inner-city Rochester residents.They have，according to Shapiro，" a lot of real-life experiences" that come through in their work，which he admires." I've met kids as young as 15 and people as old as 30 in the studios. "Shapiro himself has been shifting into，in his own words，" a more hyperpop sound" in comparison to his earlier work.He started making his own music in seventh grade after breaking his back，which shattered his dream of becoming a professional soccer player，and never stopped.In the future，Shapiro is planning a joint concert with some other Rochester musicians and rappers in the spring at Water Street Music Hall，as well as releasing further music across the course of the year. " It would be a mix of local artists and some UR artists，like a festival，" Shapiro said. " I want it to be a showcase of multiple artists if I can make that happen. "When asked about advice that he would give to ambitious musicians and rappers here in Rochester，Shapiro had this to say：" Don't get discouraged by results and don't be results-oriented （导向的）.If you want to get out there，do it because you love it and because you want to make good art，and that will always have an impact. "（1）What can we learn about Shapiro in paragraph1？________A.He became a staff of a radio station.B.He went on with his music learning.C.He worked as a manager in a concert.D.He graduated from a business school.（2）What does the underlined word " shattered" mean in paragraph3？________A.Killed.B.Fulfilled.C.Continued.D.Abandoned.（3）Which of the following can best describe Shapiro？________A.Adorable and reliable.B.Positive and talented.C.Cooperative and admirable.D.Courageous and experienced.（4）What can be a suitable title for the text？________A.Focusing on Results Always MattersB.Setting Goals can Build a Life-long CareerC.Learning from Failure is the Key to SuccessD.Following Your Heart can Make a Difference13．（10分）The " butterfly effect" may be real，which is used to describe seemingly insignificant events that can haveunplanned consequences.But there might be a more literal " butterfly effect" taking place right before our eyes，scientists suggest.According to new research，insects actually carry electrical charges which can have enormous effects on the atmosphere，potentially influencing even the weather.The findings were published Monday in the journal Science.Before you can understand that，you have to understand how electrical charges in the atmosphere work.The Earth's atmosphere always carries an electrical charge to a lesser or greater degree，which scientists refer to as the Potential Gradient （PG）.Scientists concluded that atmospheric electricity is primarily driven by natural weather events like thunderstorms and shower clouds，though factors like human pollution also affect it.Researchers，therefore，want to know how electrical charges impact clouds.To confirm that honeybees carry electrical charges，researchers placed an electrical field monitor near a swarm of （一群）honeybees near the University of Bristol.They also placed a control monitor in a field where there were no bee swarms.The monitor near the bee swarm picked up an increase in electrical charge whereas the control monitor detected no sucheffect，confirming their assumption.Second，the researchers wanted to calculate the insects' electrical effects on the atmosphere compared to the electrical impacts of natural weather events like clouds and dust storms.They calculated the electrical charge of three different types of insect swarms.Most surprisingly，insects electrical charges can have just as significant an impact on atmospheric electricity as natural weather events.The knowledge that insects impact the atmosphere's electricity has bigger implications for science.PG affects the " movement of aerosols （气溶胶）in the atmosphere，and leads to charging of droplets in some clouds，" according to Hunting.Insect swarms likely won't drive weather events like thunderstorms，but they could impact the movement of these atmospheric aerosols.Further research will dive into this previously unexplored field of scientific research and may go beyond insects，since organisms like birds and microbes also carry electrical charges.（1）What does the underlined word " that" in paragraph 3 refer to？________A.The background of the research.B.The publication of journal Science.C.The work of electrical charges in atmosphere.D.The electrical effects of insects on atmosphere.（2）How did researchers conduct the process of experiments？________A.By using statistics.B.By analyzing causes.C.By introducing concepts.D.By making comparisons.（3）Which has the least electrical effects on the atmosphere's electricity？________A.Human pollution.B.Shower clouds.C.The thunderstorms.D.The insect swarms.（4）What can we learn about the research from the passage？________A.Insect swarms are likely to drive thunderstorms.B.Natural weather events lead to charging of droplets.C.Both PG and insect swarms affect the movement of atmospheric aerosols.D.Researchers have made controlled experiment between insects and organisms.14．（10分）Running has long been considered one of the most efficient，convenient，and beneficial workouts.But some claim you get more out of the classic way of exercising with a new technique —or rather a 180-degree about-face.A study led by Dr.Gardner published in 2016 in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning backs this up.Researchers found that running backwards benefited athletes by improving their running economy；by running backwards over time the athletes became better runners overall.Unlike forward running，which generally uses the muscles in the front of the leg，running backwards primarily uses the muscles of the bottom chain，especially the calf （腓）muscles and glutes.Dr.Gardner adds，" Within just a minute or two of running backwards，you'll start to feel the burning in your calves! "Frankie Ruiz，a longtime cross-country running coach and chief running officer explains that aside from moving in reverse，running backwards differs from regular running because it requires an entirely different combination of things to do correctly.Running backwards may be easier on the knees. " In a backwards movement，the set of muscles involved in absorbingthe impact in the lower level are opposite.Your lower leg muscles are doing most of the absorbing，thereby placing less stress on the knees.Running backwards will recruit lesser utilized muscles resulting in muscle growth and toning，" says Ruiz.In addition to using different muscles than running forwards，running backwards enhances balance and posture，" as it forces you to stay in a more upright position，" Gardner says.As to claims that running backwards can burn more calories than forward running，Gardner says it's not so black and white.Lots of factors （including heart rate，age，and others）affect how many calories you burn during any particular activity. " Different muscle pattern usage doesn't necessarily burn more calories.It is the intensity （强度）that matters most，" she points out.Because running backwards causes more muscle activity than running forwards，however，Gardner notes it makes sense that one might burn more calories，but there's not conclusive data on exact calorie consumption differences.（1）What is the benefit of running backwards？________A.It combines various muscles.B.It can better athletes' performance.C.It frees the front muscles of the leg.D.It gets calf muscles and glutes burned.（2）Why is Ruiz's opinion on running backwards mentioned？________A.To state more of its advantages.B.To share his personal preference.C.To show its promising development.D.To introduce detailed guidance on it.（3）What can we learn from the last two paragraphs？________A.Calories consumption is difficult to measure.ing different muscles can burn more calories.C.The amount of calories burning depends on many aspects.D.Running backwards burns more calories than running forwards.（4）Who would benefit most from this passage？________A.Nutritionists pursuing a balanced diet.B.Patients hoping to cure their injured knees.C.Coaches intending to better their training methods.D.Runners seeking to improve their economical situation.根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
2022-2023学年山东省德州市高二下学期期末考试英语试题(含听力)
2022-2023学年山东省德州市高二下学期期末考试英语试题(含听力）1. What time is it now?A．7:30. B．8:50. C．9:00.2. How many cakes will the woman pay for?A．2. B．4. C．6.3. What is the woman doing?A．Offering advice. B．Asking for help. C．Expressing thanks.4. What will the woman take?A．Hamburgers. B．Hot dogs. C．Fruit salad.5. Where is the man?A．At an airport. B．At a train station. C．At a travel agency. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. How did Xiao save money?A．By buying no clothes.B．By sharing food with friends.C．By buying second-hand houses.7. When did Xiao buy her first house?A．At the age of 18. B．At the age of 27. C．At the age of 33. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. How long has the woman worked on the farm?A．About four years. B．About five years. C．About eight years.9. Who assists the woman with the farm work?A．Her friends. B．Her relatives. C．The local farmers.10. What does the man offer to do?A．Find more helpers.B．Pick apples himself.C．Lend the woman his robots.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
山东省济宁市2022-2023学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
山东省济宁市2022-2023学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题一、阅读理解Florida has regained its position as the best American state for retirees in 2024, according to WalletHub’s latest “Best and Worst States to Retire” study.WalletHub’s Best and Worst States to Retire in 2024WalletHub used three main categories to rank the retirement friendliness of all 50 states: Affordability. Quality of life. Health care.While Florida ranked first overall as the best state for retirees and No. I in the quality of life category, it scored lower for health care and affordability. Popular Florida cities rank among WalletHub’s top 10 places hit hardest by inflation (通货膨胀), so retirees need to anticipate a potentially higher cost of living due to inflation. On the other hand, the state doesn’t demand any income tax, which means income from Social Security and withdrawals from retirement accounts won’t be taxed at the state level. Besides, retirees may enjoy the state’s mostly pleasant weather and miles of shoreline.Remember, while lists like these can be helpful as you figure out where you’d like to eventually spend your post-work years, your idea of the “perfect” place to retire will depend on a number of personal factors, such as your own circumstances, preferences and priorities. 1．Which state ranks last for retirees in 2024 according to WalletHub?A．Florida.B．Kentucky.C．Wyoming.D．Oklahoma. 2．Which aspect of Florida may appeal to retirees most?A．Medical services.B．Low living expenses.C．Income security.D．Favorable tax policy.3．Where is this text probably taken from?A．A finance book.B．A geography textbook.C．A public report.D．A commercial speech.Located on the banks of Lake Atitlán, Santa Catarina Palopó is a small town with amazing natural views. Despite its natural beauty and cultural heritage, the community struggled with economic development for years until they had the opportunity to use the power of art and transform the town.Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó (PSCP) was born out of a desire to bring color and life to the town through the act of painting all 960 buildings with traditional symbols and designs inspired by the blouses woven (编织) by local women. Under the leadership of Claudia Boschand the Casa Palopó hotel, the project took shape with the support of local authorities, volunteers, sponsors, and the community.The painting process was structured to ensure efficiency and community involvement. Local families were brought into the process, working with project teams to decide how their homes would be painted. The family would then help sand, clean, and prime (上底漆) the walls before the professional painters joined in to complete the painting process. Throughout the project, the team ensured that no family was left behind, and the professional painters provided guidance to ensure that every building was exceptional.The project has changed the lives of residents and visitors alike. It has increased cultural tourism awareness, created new jobs, and improved the overall quality of life in the community. Alongside this project, the community has worked to champion growing and celebrating local produce, strengthen family interests, and promote community development. The paintings symbolize hope and progress, inspiring other communities to hug the magic of art in their own ways.4．What was the original purpose of establishing PSCP?A．To bring liveliness to the town.B．To rebuild symbolic houses.C．To guarantee the locals a job.D．To pass down tailoring skills.5．What is the highlight in the painting process?A．Professional training.B．Painters’ leading role.C．Traditional materials.D．Families’ engagement.6．What can we learn about the project from the last paragraph?A．It inspires the locals to pursue an art career.B．It shows how to measure community spirit.C．It goes far beyond just economic benefits.D．It proves art is a must for successful projects. 7．Which of the following is the best title for the text?A．Art of Painting: A Treasure for Human Beings B．Natural Beauty: The Drive for Rural TourismC．The Colourful Story of Santa Catarina PalopóD．Big Cultural Heritage of a Small TownOne inconvenient truth for the clean energy industry is the undeniable fact that wind turbines (涡轮机) kill birds. Researchers say smarter turbines could dramatically cut the toll.The American Bird Conservancy claims that at least one million bird deaths as a result of wind turbines a year in the US alone is likely to be an underestimate. That’s substantially less than the estimated 980 million birds a year that die crashing into buildings, or the 1.4 to 3.7 billion per year killed by domestic cats. But it’s still an unacceptable number, and a problem that needs to be addressed—because a fully green energy network will need more and more turbines over the coming decades.Researchers at SINTEF and the Norwegian Centre believe they have an idea that could help in a lot of cases. The idea—known as SKARV—is fairly simple: each turbine will have cameras fitted, capable of spotting birds flying directly into the path of the rotors (螺旋桨). Software will automatically calculate their predicted path, and if it looks like they’re in danger of being hit, the system will send control signals to slow the rotors down.In simulations (模拟), the system is able to avoid the vast majority of crashes. This, of course, doesn’t describe all situations. For example, if a young, inexperienced bird approaches a turbine displaying irregular flight behavior, it will not be possible to predict exactly where it will be a few seconds later. Prediction is also more difficult if several birds approach at the same time.Some researchers argue that birds are learning to avoid turbines voluntarily. But if morethan a million birds a year haven’t got the memo yet, it’s still a problem worth solving. We look forward to hearing how trials progress.8．What does the underlined phrase “cut the toll” in paragraph I probably mean?A．Maximize efficiency.B．Reduce deaths.C．Lower costs.D．Prevent errors.9．What can be inferred about bird death caused by wind turbines in paragraph 2?A．It tops the list of bird deaths.B．It calls for immediate action.C．It has been properly solved.D．It shows progress in technology.10．How does SKARV make wind turbines intelligent?A．By keeping a constant speed.B．By recording birds’ behavior.C．By predicting potential danger.D．By sending warnings to birds.11．What is paragraph 4 mainly about?A．Challenges presented in simulations.B．Features of birds’ flying patterns.C．Examples of SKARV’s application D．Approaches to crash avoidance.It’s normal to feel uncomfortable when spending time outside your home culture, even for an eagerly anticipated vacation. Feelings of discomfort, dislocation, and overload are so common among travelers that they’re referred to by many as “culture shock”.Although the term has existed since the 1950s, says Susan B．Goldstein, a psychology professor at the University of Redlands, it’s an outdated way to describe these adjustment challenges. “Culture shock” implies a dramatic, unexpected, negative event. Though the vast majority of travelers will experience such challenges, “a real sense of ‘shock’ is uncommon,” she adds, “so uncommon that many researchers no longer use the term.”Previously many researchers adopted the idea that culture shock progressed through a remarkably consistent and universal set of stages. Modern research, however, suggests that the experiences of acculturation (文化适应) are individual, not universal. People will have their ups and downs, but for the most part, they will become increasingly comfortable and competent over time.While many blame the causes of culture shock on the host culture itself, an individual’s internal expectations are just as important. When travelers’ image of their destination does notcorrespond with reality, it can result in discomfort and even distress (忧虑). Realistic expectations can help, but so can a traveler’s attitude.In a 2023 study of 2,500 teenage exchange students, researchers found that though cultural stress was common among participants, those who faced those stresses head-on instead of turning to avoidance tended to perform better and were likelier to finish out their year without switching families or going home early.As for Mark Twain, the bad-tempered writer was able to ride out his feelings of distress while traveling. He eventually finished out his European tour — and in his bestselling travel memoir The Innocents Abroad, famously remarked that travel is “disastrous to prejudice and narrow-mindedness”. With the right attitude and the willingness to seek help, it’s more than likely that you, too, can adapt to new settings, building new memories with each new stamp in your passport.12．What is Susan B．Goldstein’s opinion about culture shock?A．It doesn’t live up to the name.B．Its cause is rarely researched.C．It is unavoidable and harmful.D．Its influence is understudied.13．Which factor determined exchange students’ performance from the study?A．Support from family.B．The level of stress.C．Their personal attitude.D．Ways of seeking help.14．How did Mark Twain feel about the European tour?A．It was a rather intolerable experience.B．It was challenging yet rewarding.C．It was an inspiration for his career.D．It was full of regrets and sorrows. 15．What’s the purpose of the passage?A．To call on travelers to bridge cultural gaps.B．To recommend a book on traveling abroad.C．To stress the significance of cultural diversity.D．To clarify the misunderstanding of culture shock.How effective are your brainstorming sessions? Does everyone get a chance to share their opinions? Do people with the loudest voices dominate the discussion? 16A popular and lively form of brainwriting is known as 6-3-5. During a 6-3-5 session,brainwriting exercises are divided into several rounds. In each round, six people write down three ideas each within five minutes. After the first round, everyone exchanges their piece of paper with someone else, reads what’s on it, and then writes down three more ideas. 17 After six rounds, all the ideas on the worksheets are shared with the group.Although this example uses six people, you can invite any number of people to your brainwriting session. Other details can also be adapted to suit your needs, including the number of rounds. 18Different from traditional brainstorming, everyone is equal in brainwriting. 19 People also have more time to think through their ideas and to develop them. This can help to encourage creativity, because it empowers people to put forward ideas that they might — in a normal brainstorming session — have considered too risky.If you think your team could benefit from a brainwriting session, you can try the skills to boost their creativity. 20 So, gather your team members, prepare enough paper, and you’re ready to go!A．Brainwriting has many advantages, too.B．Brainwriting works well as a pen-and-paper exercise.C．That’s because all participants get to contribute at the same time.D．Regular brainstorming is a tried-and-true way to generate new ideas.E．These can be new ideas, or build on ideas that have already been shared.F．One way to ensure that everyone gets a fair hearing is to use brainwriting.G．But most people find that aiming for three ideas in each round brings the best results.二、完形填空On Sept.17, 2022, a father and son set out to begin the Ironman competition in Cambridge. Jeff Agar, 59, and his son Johnny, 28, weren’t 21 competitors. Johnny’s cerebral palsy (脑瘫) presented a big 22 . But his dream of being a runner never stopped.23 to show Johnny that he could pursue his dream of being an athlete, Jeff helped him engage in 24 . They began waking up at 4 a.m. so Jeff could run while 25 his son in a special wheelchair called a racing chair. Every morning, they 26 themselves to runincreasingly longer distances. 27 , Johnny could even run a few miles using a rolling walker. Soon, they 28 5K races, then on to Ironman competition.The race began with a 2.4-mile swim. Jeff and Johnny dived into the Choptank River.29 jellyfish stings (伤), they completed the swim in 90 minutes and moved on to the bike ride. Nine hours later, they 30 the final part: a marathon. After 16 hours, 55 minutes and 35 seconds — with only minutes to 31 , father and son crossed the finish line together. Seeing the 32 scene, the crowd burst into cheers.For Jeff, the race was more than just 33 the finish line; it was about giving Johnny his moment to 34 . A father’s love and a son’s courage turned a disability into a story of 35 .21．A．ambitious B．typical C．specific D．successful 22．A．chance B．advantage C．feature D．challenge 23．A．Hesitant B．Discouraged C．Determined D．Anxious 24．A．sports B．hobbies C．amusements D．studies 25．A．lifting B．pushing C．shaking D．hugging 26．A．allowed B．reminded C．drove D．invited 27．A．Accidentally B．Unluckily C．Gradually D．Probably 28．A．entered B．watched C．quit D．hosted29．A．In case of B．In terms of C．In sight of D．In spite of 30．A．started B．missed C．enjoyed D．skipped 31．A．waste B．wait C．abandon D．spare 32．A．moving B．funny C．helpless D．messy 33．A．finding B．reaching C．imagining D．locating 34．A．think B．exercise C．shine D．relax 35．A．health B．survival C．satisfaction D．victory三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
太原市2022-2023学年第一学期高二英语期末试卷及答案(含答题卡)
2022～2023学年第一学期高二年级期末考试英语试题参考答案及评分建议(满分100分)第一部分听力（共两节；每小题1分，满分15分）1.B2.B3.A4.A5.C6.C7.C8.A9.B10.C11.B12.A13.C14.A15.B第二部分阅读理解（共两节；每小题2分，满分30分）16.C17.D18.B19.B20.D21.A22.A23.C24.D25.B26.B27.A28.F29.G30.D（以下是B种题型答案）说明：22~25小题根据学生答题情况可酌情给分。
22.The convenience of on-demand viewing.23.From the entertainment that was on offer.24.It can help us find more things than what we are looking for.25.They are full of unexpected joy.第三部分完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）31.A32.B33.D34.B45.A36.C37.D38.A39.B40.C41.A42.C43.B44.D45.C46.A47.D48.D49.C50.B第四部分语篇填空（每小题1分，满分10分）51.fascinating52.was given53.On54.to name55.surroundings 56.valuable57.designed58.where59.an60.vitally1第五部分写作（共两节，满分25分）说明：根据学生答题情况可酌情给分。
第一节（满分10分）One possible version:Dear Roy,How is it going?I’m writing to invite you to attend a photography exhibition held in our school,whose theme is“Impressive changes around me”.Here is some detailed information.The exhibition will last for about three hours in the school hall on Feb.15th.In addition,the exhibition will feature about fifty students’works centering on the ways people live and work in this fast-developing city.You will surely be amazed by the brilliant pictures and thus more familiar with the city.I would be very joyful if you could come.I’m looking forward to your reply.Yours sincerely,Students’Union第二节（满分15分）One possible version:Obviously,the cabin was quite tiny,so it was impossible to leave each other alone.Megan sat in one chair,trying to read and Elaine sat in another,singing song after song.When Elaine’s Dad noticed the strange atmosphere,he chose to figure out what had happened.He thought of the expression“too much of a good thing”,and explained that one piece of cake tastes delicious,but 10is too much.Thanks to the expression“too much of a good thing”from Elaine’s Dad,things got better. Elaine and Megan are still great friends.They realize that even best friends need to give each other some space when they need it.What’s more,good friends need to show respect and patience.In this way,it will be easier to understand each other and maintain their friendship.书面表达评分标准一、应用文写作评分参考标准（一）参考要点：1.时间、地点；2.活动特色；3.期待。
2022-2023学年安徽省合肥市肥东撮镇第二中学(高中部)高二英语下学期期末试题含解析
2022-2023学年安徽省合肥市肥东撮镇第二中学(高中部)高二英语下学期期末试题含解析一、选择题1. Those who put in many hours of overtime will receive a percentage of their salary as a ________.A．bonus B．sympathy C．service D．prize参考答案：A略2. I'd like to study law at university ________ my cousin prefers geography.A. thoughB. asC. whileD. for参考答案：C30、I took him his younger brother．They’re extremely alike.A. asB. forC. 1ikeD. on参考答案：B略4. There was nothing they could do______.A. but waitB. except waitingC. only to waitD. unless they waited参考答案：A5. Usually the educated girls tend to be better paid in the workplace and more able to_____ social, economic and political decision-making.A. fit inB. settle inC. participate inD. enter in参考答案：C略6. The foreign student doesn't __________the life here. He often gets ill.A. adapt forB. fit forC. fit in withD. live with参考答案：C7. _____at the back of the temple is the Tianning Tower, which _______154 metres into the sky, is the tallest tower of the kind in China.A. Located; risesB. Located; risingC. Locating; risingD. Locating; rises参考答案：B8. On seeing the wonderful sculpture, everyone present _____ a cry of surprise.A. get intoB. make senseC. subscribe toD. let out参考答案：D9. “______ at the last moment, I might have died.” said Wu Jianqiang, who was the first person to call the police after the ship sank on Monday.A. My wife didn’t let go of my handsB. My wife hadn’t let go of my handsC. Did my wife not let go of my handsD. Had my wife not let go of my hands参考答案：D10. Next door to ours ________, who has just returned from abroaD．Ks5uA．where lives an old man B．where does an old man liveC．lives an old man D．does an old man live参考答案：C11. ________to earn money herself because her family was poor, she dreamed of working in a proper flower shop.A. Having determinedB. DeterminedC. Being determinedD. To be determined参考答案：B12. A serious forest fire broke out in Shandong, _______ the authority had to take immediate steps to protect the forest in Tai’an.A. whyB. whichC. asD. for which参考答案：D13. I was thinking of going to see Andrew when who appear but Andrew himself.A. wouldB. shouldC. couldD. might参考答案：B14. —How did it ______ that all the flowers died?—I had forgotten to water them.A. come aboutB. come backC. come onD. come down参考答案：A略15. How he wishes he had a family _____ both his parents would treat him like a friend.A. whichB. thatC. whereD. who参考答案：C15. —I can’t thank you more for the present you sent me the other day.—____________.A. With pleasureB. No, thanksC. Please don’t say soD. You are welcome参考答案：D略二、完型填空17. One day, a professor entered the classroom and asked his students to prepare for a surprise test. They waited anxiously at their desks for the test to begin. The professor___21___ the question papers，with the text facing down as usual. ___22___ he handed them all out, he asked his students to ___23___ the page and begin. To everyone’s surprise, there were no___24___, just a black dot in the center of the page.The professor, seeing the expression on everyone’s face, told them the following：“I want you to write what you ___25___ there.”The students, ___26___, got started on the inexplicable (费解的) task.At the end of the class, the professor ___27___ all the answer papers and started reading each one of them aloud in front of all the students. All of them, with no ___28___, described the black dot, trying to explain its position in the middle of the sheet, etc. After all had been___29___, the classroom was silent, and the professor began to explain：“I’m not going to grade (打分) this. I ___30___ wanted to give you something to think about. No one wrote about the ___31___ part of the paper. Everyone focused on the black dot, and the same happens in our ___32___．We have a white paper to observe and ___33___, but we always focus on the dark spots. Our life is a ___34___ given to us with love and care, and we always have ___35___ to celebrate：nature renewing itself every day, our friends around us, the job that ___36___ our livelihood and the miracles we see every day.___37___, we insist on focusing only on the dark spots：the health issues that bother us，the lack of money, the ___38___ relationship with colleagues, the ___39___ with a friend, and etc.The dark spots are very ___40___ compared to everything we have in our lives, but they are t he ones that pollute our minds.”21. A. handed out B. wrapped up C. referred to D. pointed at22. A. Since B. Until C. If D. After23. A. fold B. turn C. open D. use24. A. exercises B. choices C. questions D. scores25. A. remember B. imagine C. study D. see26. A. surprised B. confused C. curious D. displeased27. A. collected B. finished C. marked D. selected28. A. excuse B. doubt C. exception D. explanation29. A. said B. answered C. returned D. read30. A. also B. just C. even D. finally31. A. big B. black C. beautiful D. white32. A. lives B. classrooms C. colleges D. studies33. A. send B. keep C. enjoy D. show34. A. burden B. gift C. pressure D. lesson35. A. reasons B. time C. freedom D. festivals36. A. threatens B. ruins C. provides D. changes37. A. However B. Therefore C. Besides D. Moreover38. A. close B. complicated C. special D. strong39. A. stay B. contact C. satisfaction D. disappointment40. A. dark B. round C. small D. dirty参考答案：21. A 22. D 23. B 24. C 25. D 26. B 27. A 28. C 29. D 30. B 31. D 32. A 33.C 34. B 35. A 36. C 37. A 38. B 39.D 40. C【分析】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。
河南省洛阳市2022—2023学年第一学期期末考试高二英语试卷及答案
洛阳市2022—2023学年第一学期期末考试高二英语试卷（答案在最后）注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What does the woman like?A. Cooking.B. Shopping.C. Eating.2.What’s the most probable relationship between the speakers?A. Colleagues.B. Friends,C. Wife and husband.3.Why doesn’t the man want to go jogging?A. It’s rainy.B. It’s cloudy.C. It’s cold,4.What does the man want to do?A. Write a novel.B. Read a novel.C. Return a novel.5.What’s the man interested in?A. Physics.B. Chemistry.C. Biology.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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。
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2022-2023学年高二英语期末试卷含解析一、选择题1. I have to go to work by taxi because my car _____ at the garage.A. will be repairedB. is repairedC. is being repairedD. has been repaired参考答案：C2. Love is way of life, but not aim of it.A. the; theB. a; theC. a; anD. the ; an参考答案：B3. He got up late and hurried to his office, ______the breakfast untouched.A leftB to leaveC leavingD having left参考答案：C4. The American flag freedom and justice.A. stands outB. stands byC. stands forD. stands up参考答案：C5. Wherever he goes, he readily _______ to new circumstances.A. accompaniesB. accountsC. accomplishesD. accommodates参考答案：D6. The doctor did everything he could ____ the patient.（）A．save B．to save C．saving D．saved参考答案：B试题解析：不定式作目的状语。
7. Many parents complain that children the TV hopelessly.A. are becoming addicted withB. have become addicted toC. have become addicted withD. have addicted to参考答案：B略8. Air quality in Beijing was rated as poor______ more than 5 million cars in the capital.A. except forB. regardless ofC. due toD. in spite of参考答案：C9. Some died or returned home, but most remained in California to make a life for themselves _______ great hardship.A. throughB. despiteC. withD. in参考答案：B10. Your efforts to develop good habits will ______ later, and it is well worth working hard to do so.A. pay offB. pay backC. pay forD. pay up参考答案：A11. Besides grammar, the other two areas ___________British a.nd American English differ are spelling and pronunciation. ( )A.in thatB.in whichC.from whichD.from it参考答案：B12. He hurried to the station only _______ that the train had left.A. to findB. findingC. foundD. to have found参考答案：A13. — Was the driving pleasant when you went to Mexico last summer?— No, it________for five days when we arrived, so the roads were very muddy.A. was rainingB. would be rainingC. rainedD. had been raining参考答案：D从问句提供的时间背景来看，雨是过去某一时刻开始下的，一直持续到we arrived这一过去动作之前，故用过去完成进行时。
14. These volunteers are raising________ money for the AIDS patients.A．a great many B．a great deal ofC．a lots of D．amount of参考答案：B15. You need to take your job________if you want to keep it.A．curiously B．seriously C．nervously D．Humorously参考答案：B16. Students are encouraged to _________ the design competition for robots at the university.A. take partB. operateC. join toD. participate in参考答案：D17. We found______ impossible to finish the work on time.A. thatB. oneC. itD. this参考答案：C二、单词拼写18. Antonio said that he wasn’t (指控) of anything by Shylock.参考答案：accused19. 根据下列句子及所给汉语注释，在横线上写出空缺处各单词的正确形式。
（每空只写一个词）76. We should go to the countryside and breathe some fresh air. It would be __________ (有益) to our health.77. Factories were spreading __________ (向外) from the center of the town.78. The president appeared and was ________________ (陪同) by nine strong bodyguards.79. I looked back on my career with great ______________ (满足).80. Victor spent six months in prison before ___________ (逃离) the country.81. We’re good friends, but we have __________ (相反的) views when it comes to economics.82. I continued studying. _______________ (同时), he went out shopping.83. Once we have got _________ (相关的) news, we will inform you.84. You can enjoy all the benefits and _____________ (优惠; 特权) of the club membership.85. She made several ____________ (买) in the dress shop.参考答案：76. beneficial 77.outwards 78. accompanied 79. satisfaction 80. fleeing81. opposite 82. Meanwhile 83. relevant 84. privilege 85. purchases三、阅读理解20. When you put down your pens at the end of the college entrance exam, 12 hard years of study will have come to an end. Forget your studi es for a while. It’s time to enjoy yourselves!There are many ways to celebrate this special month of graduation. You can have photos taken with your classmates and teachers, or dine out together and exchange gifts. High school students in Western countries such as the United States and Canada usually have a prom to mark their graduation. It’s to mark the time kids turn into young men and women. After the prom(毕业舞会), teenagers either go to college or find a job. It means they are no longer as dependent on their parents as they were before.At the prom, boys usually dress in dinner jackets and bow ties, though many different types of formal clothes are worn. Traditionally, girls give boys matching boutonnieres (a small collection of flowers they pin to their jackets). Girls traditionally wear formal dresses, or dress to shock or be noticed, in shiny or brightly color1 ed materials.Common prom activities include dining, dancing, the crowning (加冠) of a prom king and queen, and just talking to friends. In some cases, high school students collect funds for their class prom through the four years of their high school.High schools in or near large cities may rent ballrooms at expensive hotels or, to be unusual, on a pleasure cruise boat.But often costs are cut by simply using the school gym. Students make a lot of effort to decorate the gym to make the event special. The music played at the prom will be the most popular kinds, like rock and hip-hop.The students elect the Prom Queen. She is partnered with a Prom King who is elected similarly. These are great honors that the pair take very seriously. The two dance with each other to celebrate their election.Sometimes teachers and parents also go to the prom. But others like to go with friends, to whom they are soon going to be saying goodbye.If you like the idea of a prom, why don’t you and your classmates organize one for your graduation?1. Which of the following indicates that prom is very important to students?A. They take pictures at the prom.B. They wear formal clothes or special clothes.C. Music is played at the prom.D. Teachers and parents attend it.2. Which of the following is an economical way to hold the prom?A. Renting a ballroom.B. Taking a cruise boat.C. Holding it in the school gym.D. Wearing formal dresses.3. Why do some students attend the prom with their friends?A. They will part with their friends in a short time.B. They don’t like to be accompanied by their parents.C. They don’t want to depend on their parents.D. They want to be elected by their friends as the Prom King or Queen.参考答案：BCA21. Mother’s DayThe second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is a special day for everyone! On that day, children usually give their mothers cards, presents and flowers. But most of the people like giving their mothers carnations(康乃馨). Somebody said God could not be everywhere and he made mother.Father’s DayFather’s Day is on the third Sunday in June.Some Americans thought that if we had Mother’s Day, we should have a Father’s Day.On Father’s Day, there is not any party. But children will give their father some presents and the best wishes. Father is great. We could give the best wishes to them.HalloweenHalloween is on October 31st. On this day, in front of the house there are a lot of pumpkin lights. They are very beautiful. Every family has a lot of sweets. When children go to knock at their doors, people will give them sweets.EasterEaster is from 22nd March to 25th April. Easter is an important holiday in Western countries.Chickens are usually born then. Many children buy chocolate and Easter eggs. They also make Easter eggs. Some people like this holiday because it is interesting.Thanksgiving DayEvery last Thursday of November is a special day. Some American think Thanksgiving Day is more important than Christmas Day. On that day, all people have supper with their family together. Thanksgiving Day in America is a time to offer thanks, have family gatherings andenjoy holiday meals. People like to eat turkeys and some fruits. On that day people are all happy. But in Canada Thanksgiving Day is the second Monday in October.1. On which day can children ask for and get sweets?A. Father’s Day.B. Thanksgiving Day.C. Halloween.D. Easter.2. What will Americans do on Thanksgiving Day?A. They say thanks.B. They have friend gatherings.C. They go on holiday.D. They buy many cards.3. What can be the best title of the passage?A. Some traditional festivals in AmericaB. A brief introduction of some special daysC. Festivals that are only celebrated in the WestD. Foreign festivals and customs.参考答案：1. C2. A3. 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