浙江省宁波市效实中学学高一英语下学期期中试题-精
高中英语练习题 2022-2023学年浙江省宁波市高一(下)期中英语试卷
2022-2023学年浙江省宁波市海曙区效实中学高一（下）期中英语试卷第一部分：听力理解（共三节：30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，共7.5分）听下面5段对话．每段对话后有一道小题，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，每段对话你将听一遍．1．（1.5分）Where will the speakers meet？A．In Room 340．B．In Room 304．C．In Room 403．2．（1.5分）What is the weather like？A．It's raining．B．It's cloudy．C．It's sunny．3．（1.5分）What's the normal price of the T-shirt？A．﹩40．B．﹩20．C．﹩10．4．（1.5分）What are they talking about？A．An actor．B．A film．C．The man's brother．5．（1.5分）What will the man probably do？A．Take a rest．B．Go to a party．C．Meet his teacher．第二节（每小题1.5分，共15分）听下面4段对话．每段对话后有几道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项．听每段对话前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读每小题．听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间．每段对话你将听两遍．6．（3分）（1）Why doesn't the man want to fly？A．He wants to enjoy the scenery．B．He thinks it's dangerous．C．He likes taking the bus．（2）Which means of transport does the woman prefer？A．The bus．B．The train．C．The car．7．（3分）（1）On which day is Dr．Jones on duty？A．Thursday．B．Wednesday．第三节（每小题1.5分，共7.5分）听下面一段独白，完成第16至第20五道小题，每小题仅填写一个词．听独白前，你将有20秒钟的时间阅读试题，听完后你将有60秒钟的作答时间．这段独白你将听两遍．第二部分：知识运用（共两节，45分）第一节 单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，共15分）从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．C．Tuesday．（2）How long is the office open on weekdays？A.8 hours．B.9 hours．C.10 hours．8．（4.5分）（1）Why is Mr．Jackson out of the office？A．He has been injured．B．He has gone to London．C．He is looking after his wife．（2）How long will he probably be away from work？A．One week．B．Two weeks．C．Three weeks．（3）Who will do his work while he is away？A．His wife．B．The boss．C．The secretary．9．（4.5分）（1）What is the probable relationship between the speakers？A．Salesperson and customer．B．Homeowner and cleaner．C．Husband and wife．（2）What kind of apartment do the speakers prefer？A．One with three bedrooms．B．One without furniture．C．One near a market．（3）Where is the apartment the speakers would like to see？A．On York Street．B．On Mark Street．C．On North Street．10．（7.5分）The Open Day at Boston SchoolWelcome SpeechAt 9：00 a．m．；the（1） will give a speech．ExhibitionAt 9：30 a．m．；in the（2） on 2nd floor；you can see the proud（3） of the school and the achievements．Science Labs At 10：20 a．m．；you can see the（4） that new students will be studying．Practical AreasAt（5） a．m．；it covers technical workshops，music，and other areas．11．（1分）A man can fail many times， he is a real failure when he begins to blame someone else．（ ）A．but B．or C．and D．so12．（1分）Lichun is a Chinese word for one of the 24 solar terms， means the beginning of spring．（ ）A．who B．that C．whose D．which13．（1分）Obviously，a good habit help us to speed up to reach our destinations．（ ）A．need B．must C．can D．shall14．（1分）____________ Dimash appeared on the stage of Singer 2017，his voice instantly won hearts of Chine se audience．（ ）A．Now that B．As long as C．As soon as D．Ever since15．（1分）-Could you give me a reminder at 9 tomorrow morning？-I'm sorry，but I a meeting then．（ ）A．attend B．will attendC．will be attending D．am attending16．（1分） worries the public that air pollution is becoming more and more serious these days．（ ）A．It B．That C．What D．This17．（1分） public bicycles with a mobile app is more convenient for users．（ ）A．To unlock B．Unlock C．Unlocked D．Unlocking18．（1分）In view of rapidly aging population，the second-child policy at the start of 2016．（ ）A．is adopted B．was adoptedC．has been adopted D．was being adopted19．（1分）__________ carefully for a long time，the opening ceremony won a great success．（ ）A．Having prepared B．To be preparedC．Being prepared D．Having been prepared20．（1分）-Pity you missed George's wedding．-Well，I ．（ ）A．haven't been invited B．wouldn't be invitedC．hadn't been invited D．am not invited21．（1分）All the students are required to check they have made some spelling errors in their compositio ns．（ ）A．whether B．what C．that D．which22．（1分）For a third-culture kid，it is often easier to a new foreign country than to their "home" countr y．（ ）A．moving B．to move C．move D．moved23．（1分）-Can't you drive a little faster？-No．If I another speeding ticket，my dad would take away my car．（ ）A．would get B．would have gotC．had got D．got24．（1分） more about the place where you live，and you will shoulder more responsibility to protect it．（ ）A．Learning B．To learn C．Learn D．Learned25．（1分）For thousands of years，poetry the favorite type of literature for many in China．（ ）A．is B．has been C．was D．will be第二节 完形填空（每小题1.5分，共30分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．26．（30分）Thank You，Mr．FlagmanLong line of rush hour traffic wound its way down the rain-slick street．Obviously，I would be late for（1）up the children，and the babysitter would be unhappy．Nothing had gone（2）all day-my car broke down on my way to work this morning；the secretary's（3）threw the whole office out of order．And this traffic jam seemed the perfect ending to this（4）day．All I wanted was to get home and took a hot shower，（5）some peace and quiet．But I knew the end less（6）was waiting for me：supper to be done，messy room to be cleaned，clothes to be washed…I sighed loudly，though there was no one to（7）．Surely there was more to living than this．I guess I wa s simply too busy and too（8）to look for it．And then I saw him．The lone flagman was standing in the middle of the street，hardly（9）but for his bright orange ves t，（10）directing four lanes of traffic merge into one．But there was something（11）about this fl agman，and as my car approached，I realized what it was．Standing among dozens of impatient motorists（12）every icy mud splashed on him，he was（13）．And at every driver that passed，he not only smiled，he waved．As I sat waiting my turn in my warm，dry car，I began to feel（14）．If this man，who did nothing all day（15）watch one car after anot her go by，could stand in the cold rain hour after boring hour and still have a friendly（16）for every si ngle person who passed，what right did I have to（17）about my life？It was finally my turn to（18）the flagman．"Thank you，"I mouthed through the window．He smiled and nodded and I drove on，spirits lifted，（19）changed．And in the rear-view mirror I could see him，raising his hand in（20）to every car that passed．（1）A．taking B．making C．picking D．putting（2）A．bad B．right C．wrong D．mad（3）A．absence B．promise C．practice D．presence（4）A．Comfortable B．suitable C．wonderful D．horrible（5）A．enjoying B．carrying C．using D．experiencing（6）A．excitement B．homework C．trouble D．housework（7）A．hear B．see C．blame D．feel（8）A．delighted B．tired C．bored D．thrilled（9）A．incredible B．accessible C．visible D．available（10）A．quickly B．patiently C．eagerly D．casually（11）A．unreasonable B．unusual C．unbelievable D．unpleasant（12）A．from B．off C．with D．for（13）A．shouting B．standing C．crying D．smiling（14）A．ashamed B．annoyed C．proud D．satisfied（15）A．so B．and C．but D．or（16）A．gesture B．promise C．talk D．welcome（17）A．concern B．complain C．argue D．quarrel（18）A．assist B．call C．treat D．pass（19）A．passion B．attention C．attitude D．ambition（20）A．explaining B．whispering C．speaking D．greeting第三部分：阅读理解（共两节，40分）第一节（共30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．27．（8分）Valentine's Day had arrived and like other day of the year，I was very busy．My romantic husband，Roy，planned a date like we had never had before．A reservation at an expensive r estaurant was made．A beautifully wrapped present had been sitting on my dresser for a few days before the heart-filled holiday．After a hard day at work，I hurried home，ran into the house and jumped into the shower．When my swee theart arrived，I was dressed in my finest outfit and ready to go．He hugged me，just as the sitter arrived．We were both excited．Unfortunately，the youngest member in our household wasn't so happy．"Daddy，you were going to take me to buy Mamma a present，"Becky，my eight-year-old daughter said，as she sadly walked over to the sofa and sat down beside the sitter．Roy looked at his watch and realized that if we were to make our reservations，we had to leave right awa y．He didn't even have a few minutes to take her to the comer store，to buy a heart-shaped box of chocolate candy．"I'm sorry，I was late getting home，honey，" he said．"That's OK，" Becky replied． "I understand．"The entire evening was bittersweet．I couldn't help being concerned about the disappointment in Becky's eyes．I remembered how the joy of Valentine's Day had left her face，just before the door closed behind us．She wanted me to know how much she loved me．She didn't realize it，but I already knew it very well． Today，I can't remember what was wrapped in that beautiful box，which I was excited for several days，bu t I'll never forget the special gift，which I received when we arrived，back home．Becky was asleep on the sofa，holding a box，which was sitting on her lap．When I kissed her cheek，she awoke． "I've got something for you，Mamma，"she said，as a giant smile covered her tiny face．The little box was wrapped in newspaper．As I tore the paper off and opened the box，I found the sweetes t Valentine gift that I have ever received．It was a heart-shaped pillow，made by herself，with words "I Love You" stitched on it，filled with love，which I will cherish forever．My wonderful Valentine gift has a special place in my bedroom today，some thirteen years later．As she w as growing up into a young woman，many times I held that pillow close to my heart．I don't know if a pillo w can hold magic，but this pillow has surely held a great deal of joy for me over the years．It has helped m e through several sleepless nights since she left home for college．I not only cherish the gift，but the memor y，as well．（1）How did the writer plan to spend the Valentine's Day？A．To stay at work．B．To have a family dinner．C．To have dinner with her husband．D．To celebrate the day alone．（2）How did Becky feel when she knew her father had no time to take her to buy mother a gift？A．She was sad and cried．B．She was disappointed but understanding．C．She was lonely and frightened．D．She was happy to be together with the sitter．（3）What gift did the author get when she got home that night？A．a beautifully wrapped box．B．a self-made box wrapped in newspaper．C．a self-made heart-shaped pillow．D．a red heart-shaped pillow bought in the store．（4）What's the best title for this passage？A．My Lovely DaughterB．Becky's DreamC．Valentine's DayD．A Special Gift28．（8分）The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base is a unique Scouting program that offers unique pr ograms．Whether your interests lie in sailing，diving，camping on an undeveloped barrier island，fishing o r a combination of all，this is the place for your Troop，Team，Crew，Sea Ship or Explorer Post．Diving AdventureIf you are a diver，this is your program．During the program you will be making as many as nine dives （w eather permitting），including a night dive．We have open dates in June，July and August for the summer m onths and for fall we have opening in September，October，November and December．Check out the dates t oday．Click here!Sea ExploringThe name brings back the memory of pirates（海盗）sailing the high seas of the past．This adventure is fo r larger teams of 18 to 20 teammates．Sailing on a tall ship with your team，you will be making memories th at you will share for the rest of your life with anyone who will listen．Be sure and check out the dates we hav e open．Click here!We can fit your timetable to meet your needs with these great dates．Live Aboard DivingThe Florida Sea Base has the sailing and diving programs joined for one wonderful adventure!On this adventure，you will spend your days not only in diving，but also in sailing around the Florida Keys．There are op enings this fall and winter．Check now for open dates to spend your winter holidays in the keys．Click here!F all dates are open now．Check them out today!Just around the comer：the Christmas season in the keys!We h ave an opening for the Live Aboard program on December 26．Book today-it won't last long!Diving CertificationThe Diving Certification program is designed for teammates who want to get a certification-all who comple te the week successfully will be offered PADI certification!Come and learn how to dive in the beautiful water s of the Florida Keys．We have the following dates open：August 5，August 12，August 19，August 22 and August 26．We also have programs we offer in the fall：September 30，October 7，October 14，October 21，and many more d ates．Check out the rest of the dates．Click here!（1）The text is most probably found ．A．in a newspaperB．in a book about Florida SeaC．in a science magazineD．on the Internet（2）Mike wants to join in the Diving Adventure．He is supposed to have ．A.19 divesB.10 divesC.9 divesD．as many dives as he likes（3）According to this text，Live Aboard Diving is special in that ．A．it is an adventure at seaB．diving goes on during the sailingC．there are diving programs in itD．it is only held in the Christmas season（4）The purpose of the text is mainly to ．A．advertiseB．informC．describeD．report29．（6分）A new heat-detecting camera can catch a liar in the act-at least 75% of the time，according to a s mall scientific study recently．If additional tests confirm its ability，the lie-detector camera might one day b e used by airport security to identify terrorists before they get on an airplane，says researcher James Levine of the Mayo Clinic．But it is questioned whether the camera would ever be reliable enough to be used on a large scale，or whe ther it could spot someone who plans to commit a crime．Levine and his colleagues enlisted 20 volunteers to help test the camera，which records the heat patterns that are created when blood rushes to the human fac e．The researchers told eight of them to commit a fake crime．They were told to stab a model，rob it of ﹩2 0，then lie about the "rime"．The remaining 12 people in the study knew nothing about the crime．The researchers took all 20 people into an interrogation room（审讯室）．They asked them whether they ha d stolen ＄20 and then recorded their answers with a standard polygraph（测谎仪）test and the new camera．The camera caught six out of eight liars as they were lying-the same lie-detecting ability as the polygraph tes t．The camera also correctly identified 11 of the 12 people who were telling the truth-a slightly better rate th an the polygraph．The study is so small that it can't be used as proof of the camera's ability to catch a thief or a liar，Levine says．Still，he is hopeful that the camera is recording a subtle flushing of the face that may automatically occur when someone lies．That flushing may not be caught by the naked eye，but the camera shows a bright red-orange-yellow zon e that represents blood rushing to the eyes．People who lie are afraid of getting caught．That fear triggers a primitive response to run away．Blood goes to the eyes so that the liar can more efficiently map out an es cape route．Levine claims even if the camera works as well as it did in this study，it could mean a thousand passenger s a day would get pulled aside by security，causing lots of missed flights and irate passengers if it mistakenly labeled，thus it may take time before the camera would be ready for a test at a large airport．（1）What does the lie-detector camera detect during the experiment？A．The changes in the testees' emotions．B．The heat patterns in the testees' faces．C．The blood pressure of the testees．D．The testees' heartbeat．（2）Which is the finding about the lie-detector camera by experiment？A．Its lie-detecting ability is somewhat superior to a standard polygraph．B．It can accurately detect who is telling lies．C．The camera can clearly distinguish an honest person from a liar．D．A standard polygraph can't tell who is telling the truth．（3）What can be inferred from the passage？A．The new lie-detector camera still calls for further testing for airport application．B．The liar can't manage to escape if the blood goes to his eyes．C．We can tell blood rushing from some color indicator from one's face．D．The lie-detector camera is designed for airport security．30．（8分）There is a strange tendency nowadays it has become fashionable to blame all of social evils on sch ool teachers．The fact is that teachers are being loaded down with ridiculously high expectations．Some studies have sh own an association between student performance and teacher "effectiveness"，depending on how this elusiv e education quality is measured，but there is also confirming evidence proving the stronger connection betw een student performance and a much more important variable：family income．Yes，I'm talking about povert y．Sorry to be so gauche，but when teachers point out the relationship between income and achievement，t hey're not escaping responsibility，but merely stating an embarrassing truth．According to figures by the College Board，students from families making more than﹩200，000 score mor e than 300 points higher on the SAT，on average，than students from families making less than﹩20，000 a y ear．There is，in fact，a clear relationship all the way along the scale：Each rise in higher family income tran slated into points on the test．Sean Reardon of Stanford University concluded in a recent study that the achi evement gap between high-income and low-income students is actually widening．It is unclear why this migh t be happening．Maybe it is due to increased income inequality．Maybe the relationship between income an d achievement has somehow become stronger，and maybe there is some other reason．Whatever the cause，our society's answer seems to be：Beat up the teachers．We tend to believe that mos t of the teachers in low-performing schools are incompetent-and，by extension，that most of the teachers i n upper-crust schools，where students perform well，are paragons（典范）of virtue．But some of the most de dicated and talented teachers I've ever met were working in "failing" rural schools．And yes，in award-winnin g schools where "all the children are above average"，I've met some unimaginatively boring teachers who sh ould never be allowed near a classroom．It is reasonable for teachers to take on responsibilities for their performance，but it is not to hold them ac countable for factors that lie far beyond their control．It is fair to insist that teachers approach their jobs wit h the assumption that every single child，rich or poor，can succeed．It is not fair to expect teachers to corre ct all the imbalances that result from growing inequality in our society．（1）The text mainly ．A．discusses the social inequalityB．explains why teachers are treated badlyC．argues that it is wrong to blame teachers for all education problemsD．lists reasons beyond teachers' control for students' poor performance（2）The underlined word "gauche" in para.2 is closest in meaning to．A．seriousB．awkwardC．confidentD．proud（3）According to the text，which one of the following is strongly related with student performance？A．Teacher effectivenessB．Parental involvementC．School rankingD．Family income（4）Which of the following would the author most probably agree with？A．Whether all teachers are competent in one school has nothing to do with its overall student performanc e．B．None of the students from poor family perform well in the school．C．Most of the teachers in low-performing schools are lacking in competence．D．Parents should work hard to earn money to ensure their children's performance in the school．笫二节（共10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的七个选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项．选项中有两项为多余选项．31．（10分）Culture shock isn't a clinical term or medical condition．It's simply a common way to describe the confusing and nervous feelings a person may have after leaving a familiar culture to live in a new and different culture．（1）Those can be exciting，but those can also be overwhelming．You may feel sad，anxious，frustrated and w ant to go home．Everyone may feel the pressure to change himself to fit in at one time or another-whether they've lived i n the area for days or years．（2）All of your experiences before you come to your new home are part of you and what makes you special．The following tips may help you live in a new culture more easily and make sure the new culture doesn't ov erpower the old．Teach people your culture．You're the one who meets the new culture，but it doesn't mean you should be the one doing all the learning．Take the opportunity to teach your classmates and new friends about your culture．（3）Invite them for traditional dishes from your culture，or show them how you celebrate you r holidays．Find a support group．Find people in your class or neighborhood who have recently moved here，too．Yo u can share experiences，cheer each other up when things get difficult．Keep in touch with home．You probably left behind your good friends and family when you moved．If i t's going to be a long time until your next visit，keep in touch．（4）You not only left behind people，b ut also other things，like your favorite spots to hang out．Keep pictures around to remind you of home． Remember，the key to getting over your culture shock is to understand the new culture and find a way to l ive comfortably within it while keeping true to the parts of your own culture that you value．It's also important to be yourself．Try not to force yourself to change too fast or too many things all at on ce．（5）As long as you find a good combination between old and new cultures，you'll be fine．A．Making friends who aren't new to the culture may help you understand the new culture better．B．But don't feel that you need to change everything about yourself so you can stand out less．C．When you move to a new place，you're bound to face a lot of changes．D．Write letters，send emails，and make phone calls so that you can learn about the things happening ther e．E．You will have your own pace of adjusting．F．But the good news is that culture shock is temporary．G．It will also help them to learn more about you in the process．笫四部分：书面表达（共两节，35分）第一节（15分）32．（15分）假设你是红星中学学生会主席李华，请你代表学校给外教Chris写一封邮件，邀请他来参加你校学生的成人礼，并向他简要介绍活动情况，包括以下内容：1．时间、地点；2．活动内容；3．活动意义．第二节（20分）注意：1．词数不少于50．2．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数．提示词：成人礼Coming-of-Age ceremony Dear Chris，Yours，Li Hua33．（20分）假如你是红星中学学生李华．在今年的三月八日（国际劳动妇女节），你以自己的劳动付出送给了妈妈一份惊喜．请根据下面四幅图的先后顺序，以A Surprise to My Mom为题，为校刊"英语园地"写一篇短文，记述整个过程．注意：词数不少于60．提示词：菜谱recipeA Surprise to My Mom。
效实中学2013-2014学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题含答案
浙江省效实中学2013-2014学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题I. 听力（共20小题；每小题0.5分，满分10分）第一节（共5小题，每小题0.5 分，满分2.5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 do we know about the man？A. He has difficulty waking up.B. He likes collecting clocks.C. He gets up late every day.2. What does the man like about the restaurant?A. Its environment.B. Its service.C. Its food.3. How does the woman probably get to work?A. On foot.B. By bus.C. By bike.4. What will the man probably do?A. Stay indoors.B. Go to a bar.C. See a doctor.5. When will the woman be able to use her car?A. Right now.B. In three hours.C. The next day.第二节（共15小题；每小题 0.5分，满分7.5 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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。
6. What seems to be the man’s problem?A. Keeping his room clean every day.B. Getting along with his roommate.C. Having trouble making friends.7. What does the woman suggest the man do？A. Try to get more sleep.B. Buy some music CDs.C. Talk to Charlie. 听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10题。
浙江省宁波市高一下学期期中联考英语试题附答案解析
浙江省宁波市高一下学期期中联考英语试题一、阅读选择1. In Europe many people died during the Second World War．As a result, at the end ofthe war there were many ________ there．A man called Hermann Gmeiner wanted to help these children．His idea was simple．He wanted orphans to have a home, and he wanted them to have the care and kindness of parents．Gmeiner asked people to give him some money．With this money he built the first SOS Children's Village at Imst, in Austria．It opened in1949．This is how the SOS stand for"Save Our Souls（灵魂）．"Thismeans, "Please help us!"An SOS Children's village gives help to orphans．Hermann Gmeiner's idea for helping orphans soon spread all over the world．By 1983there were170SOS Children's Villages in the world．People in many countries give money to help the villages．Today the children from the first village have grown up．Now some of them workin other SOS Children's Villages．In SOS Villages orphans live in family groups．There are several houses in each village．The biggest village has 40or 50houses!Between seven andten children live in a house．A woman lives with each group of children and looks after them．She gives the children a lot of love and kindness．She cooks meals for them and makes comfortable, happy home for them．Of course, the children don't spend all theirtime in the village．They go to school, they go out with their friends．But the village gives them a home﹣sometimes for the first time in their lives．（1）．The SOS Children's Villages are built for________ first．A.the children who are illB.the orphans in EuropeC.the kind womenD.people who died in the war．．（2）．Which of the following came last？________A.People gave Gmeiner some money．B.There were many orphans at the end of the warC.Gmeiner built the first SOS Children's VillageD.A man called Hermann Gmeiner wanted to help the orphans．（3）．The underlined word"orphans"means________．A.废墟B.垃圾C.孤儿D.无家可归的人．（4）．We can conclude（推论）from the article that the money for helping the SOS Villages mainly comes from________．ernmentsB.special organizationC.the orphans themselvesD.people in general．（5）．Which of the following can best summarize（总结） the work a woman in an SOS Village does for each group of children？________A.She gives the children a lot of love and kindnessB.She lives with each group of childrenC.She cooks meals for childrenD.She looks after them．2. People born in winter are more likely to suffer mental health disorders, according to a recent study carried out by researchers at Vanderbilt University in Tennessee．Researchers raised baby mice from birth to weaning（断奶）in either "summer" light cycles of 16 hours of light and 8 hours of dark or "winter" cycles of 8 hours of light and 16 hours of dark． A third group experienced 12 hours of light and 12 hours of dark a day．Then half the winter mice stayed in a winter cycle, while half switched to a summer schedule． The summer mice were similarly ________．The mice raised in equal periods of light and dark were split into three groups, one of which stayed on the 12 hourschedule, one of which joined the winter group, and one of which joined the summer group． After 28 days, it turns out the summerborn mice behaved the same whether they stayedon the summer cycle or switched to winter． But among the winterborn mice, those stayedin winter kept their previous schedule, while those that switched to summer stayed active for an extra hour and a half, which indicates that mice born and weaned in a winter light cycle showed dramatic disruptions（破坏）in their biological clocks．The finding is the first of its kind in mammals, and it could explain why people born in winter are at higher risk for mental health disorders．"We know that the biological clock regulates（管理）mood in humans, " said study researcher McMahon． "If the mechanism（机制）similar to the one that we found in mice operates in humans, then it could not only have an effect on a number of behavioral disorders, but also have a more general effect on personality．"（1）How many groups of mice are there finally in all in the experiment？________A. Four．B. Five．C. Six．D. Seven．．（2）Which group of mice has changed their behavior after the experiment？________A.The group born in winter and staying in winter．B. The group born in winter and switching to summer．C. The group born in summer and staying in summer．D. The group born in summer and switching to winter．．（3）What's the main idea of the text？________A. The biological clock regulates mood in humans．B. Being born in winter has a negative effect on people's mental health．C. People born in winter are at higher risk for physical health disorders．D. The length of light will influence the behavior of the mice．．（4）The underlined word "split"（Paragraph 3）can be replaced by________．A. hitB. tornC. dividedD. ended．（5）Who is probably the reader of the passage？________A. A jobhunter．B. A student in the university．C. An experienced dentist．D. A newlymarried couple．3.Natalie Doan, 14, has always felt lucky to live in Rockaway, New York. Living just a few blocks from the beach, Natalie can see the ocean and hear the wave from her house. "It's the ocean that makes Rockaway so special," she says.On October 29, 2012, that ocean turned fierce. That night, Hurricane Sandy attacked the East Coast, and Rockaway was hit especially hard. Fortunately, Natalie's family escaped to Brooklyn shortly before the city's bridge closed.When they returned to Rockaway the next day, they found their neighborhood in ruins. Many of Natalie's friends had lost their homes and were living far away. All around her, people were suffering, especially the elderly. Natalie's school was so damaged that she had to temporarily（临时）attend a school in Brooklyn.In the following few days, the men and women helping Rockaway recover inspired Natalie. Volunteers came with carloads of donated clothing and toys. Neighbors devoted their spare time to helping others rebuild. Teenagers climbed dozens of flights of stairs to deliver water and food to elderly people trapped in powerless high-rise buildings."My mom tells me that I can't control what happens to me," Natalie says, "but I can always choose how I deal with it."Natalie's choice was to help.She created a website page matching survivors in need with donors who wanted to help. Natalie posted introduction about a boy named Patrick, who lost his baseball card collecting when his house burned down. Within days, Patrick's collection was replaced.In the coming months, her website page helped lots of kids: Christopher, who received a new basketball; Charlie, who got a new keyboard. Natalie also worked with other organizations to bring much-need supplies to Rockaway. Her efforts made her a famous person. Last April, she was invited to the White House and honored as a Hurricane Sandy Champion of Change.Today, the scars（创痕）of destruction are still seen in Rockaway, but hope is in the air. The streets are clear, and many homes have been rebuilt. "I can't imagine living anywhere but Rockaway," Natalie declares. "My neighborhood will be back, even stronger than before." （1）When Natalie returned to Rockaway after the hurricane, she found ______.A.some friends had lost their livesB.the elderly were free from sufferingC.her school had moved to BrooklynD.her neighborhood was destroyed（2）According to paragraph 4, who inspired Natalie most?A.The people trapped in high-rise building.B.The people helping Rockaway rebuild.C.The volunteers donating money to survivors.D.Local teenagers bringing clothing to elderly people.（3）How did Natalie help the survivors?A.She gave her toys to the kids.B.She took care of younger children.C.She called on the White House to help.D.She built an information sharing platform.（4）What does the story intend to tell us?A.East or West, home is best.B.A friend in need is a friend indeed.C.Little people can make a big difference.D.Technology is power.二、七选五根据短文内容，从下面五个选项中选出能填入文中空缺处的最佳选项，使短文意思通顺，内容完整。
浙江省效实中学2013-2014学年高一下学期期中考试英语试卷(带解析)
浙江省效实中学2013-2014学年高一下学期期中考试英语试卷（带解析）1．It worries him a lot that ______ little money he earns in the company can hardly support so large ______ family.A. 不填；theB. a; theC. a; 不填D. the; a【答案】D【解析】试题分析：句意：他在公司赚的那一点点钱几乎不能支撑这么一大家子人令他很是担忧。
the 在这里表特指，so large a family相当于such a large family 。
family是可数名词，由句意可知选D。
考点: 考查冠词的用法。
2．Parents ______ much importance to education. They will do their best to give their children that priceless gift.A. attachB. payC. linkD. apply【答案】A【解析】试题分析：句意：家长非常重视教育。
他们将尽力为孩子们那无价的礼物。
A. attach…to 把……附着在…上； B. pay attention to 注意；C. link …to…把……和……联系起来；D. apply…to实用于。
由句意可知选A。
考点: 考查动词词义辨析的用法。
3．The weekend snowstorm hit the city hard. ______, many primary schools decided to cancel Monday classes.A. RatherB. BesidesC. ThusD. Otherwise【答案】C【解析】试题分析：句意：周末那场严重的暴风雪袭击了这个城市。
所以，很多小学决定取消周一的课。
A. Rather而不是；B. Besides而且；C. Thus因此；D. Otherwise否则的话。
浙江省宁波市效实中学高一下学期期中考试英语试题-含解析
C.Chelsie Hill: a brave dancer.D.A dance camp for the disabled.
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了下半身瘫痪坐在轮椅上的希尔，通过自己的努力实现了儿时的梦想，成为了一个舞者，并且成立了Rollettes来帮助更多的残疾人。
Many people have received help. Steph Aiello told Teen Vogue that working with Hill challenged her to be more independent. Edna Serrano says that being part of the Rollettes team has given her the courage to get behind the wheel of a car, “I didn’t know I could do so many things that these girls have taught me.”
9. Who does the man say he is friends with?
A. A model. B. An actress. C. A musician.
10. What event will the woman most likely be attending?
浙江省高一下期中考试英语试卷(附参考答案与解析)
浙江省高一下期中考试英语试卷(附参考答案与解析）（满分：150分；考试时间：120分钟）学校:___________班级：___________姓名：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解Temples have long served an important role since the early years of civilization. Whether you are seeking a sense of spiritual enlightenment or looking to learn more about a certain religion, these beautiful temples are worth a stop on your vacation. Paro Taktsang in the Paro Valley, BhutanSituated on a steep cliff in Bhutan’s Paro Valley, the “Tiger’s Nest” earned its nickname from an 18th-century tale detailing Buddhist master Padmasambhava arriving to the site on a flying tiger. The journey to the cliffside is quite the challenge, requiring guests to climb two hours on a steep trail.Seiganto-ji in Nachikatsuura, JapanNeighboring the tallest waterfall and set against the lush trees of Nachi, Seiganto-ji dates back to the 4th century. Seiganto-ji is now the first stop on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, where individuals travel to 33 Buddhist temples throughout the Kansai region of Japan.Man Mo Temple in Hong KongThis Buddhist and Taoist temple was built to honor the god of literature and the god of war, and the inscriptions found in the temple hall imply its construction may have taken place around 1847. It is still highly active and visited by local worshippers, so it’s asked that any visitor coming to the temple is prohibited from taking photos out of respect.Kek Lok Si Temple, MalaysiaPenang is often touted(吹捧) for its sandy beaches and emerald blue waters, but it’s also home to the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. A melting pot of cultures, the temple’s architecture showcases Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles throughout its stunning seven stories. It’s estimated there are 10,000statues of Buddha depicted throughout its main pagodas(宝塔).1．If you hope to enjoy a sea view, which temple is the best choice?A．Paro Taktsang in the Paro Valley, Bhutan. B．Seiganto-ji in Nachikatsuura, Japan.C．Man Mo Temple in Hong Kong. D．Kek Lok Si Temple, Malaysia.2．What do we know from the text?A．Kek Lok Si Temple is the largest temple in Malaysia.B．Paro Taktsang earned its nickname due to its unique location.C．Seiganto-ji is a time-honored temple with magnificent surroundings. D．Visitors tend to take photos to show their respect for Man Mo Temple. 3．Where is the text probably taken from?A．A travel journal. B．A tourist brochure.C．A geography textbook. D．An academic article.“Today I will give you a special test,” said the English teacher with a smile on his face. All the students sat up straight and waited for the test to begin.The teacher began to give the test papers to all the students. After he finished handing out the test papers, he asked them to begin.The students were very surprised to see that there was not a question but a black dot(圆点) in the centre of the paper. The teacher noticed the students' surprise and said, “I want you to write about what you see there.” At the end of the class, the teacher took all the students' answer sheets and read the answers. All of them described the black dot. After reading all the answers, the teacher said, “Here everyone only paid attention to the black dot, but no one wrote about the white paper.”The whole class listened silently, because they were afraid to fail the exam. Then the teacher said, “Don't worry about your marks for this test. I just want you to think about your life. The white paper is like your whole life and the black dot in the centre of the paper represents(代表) problems in your daily life. Our life is a gift given to us by God, with love and care. However, we just pay attention to the problems like illness and poverty, and never see happy things in our life. So we should try to solve our problems and enjoy each moment life gives us.”4．What was in the centre of the paper?A．A white dot. B．A black dot. C．A question. D．A gift.5．Which of the following is wrong according to the story?A．There was a black dot in the centre of the paper.B．Nobody paid attention to the black dot.C．The students should not just care about their marks.D．The students were very surprised when they saw the papers.6．Which is the right order of the story?①The teacher read all the answers.②The teacher asked his students not to worry about their marks.③The teacher wanted his students to think about life.④The teacher began to hand out the test papers.A．④①②③B．①②③④C．④①③②D．③②①④Paris, best-known as the city of love, is also the city of book lovers! Here are four literary landmarks you should not miss.Brasserie Lipp151 Boulevard Saint-GermainThis brasserie has long been a popular bar for creatives. In its early days it was popular among actors from a nearby theatre group called Vieux-Colombier. Later, writers came in droves. Marcellin Cazes, who took over ownership in 1918, created the literary prize Prix Cazes to reward authors not successful in literary competitions before. It has been staged annually since it began in 1935.BoquinistesRight Bank and Left Bank of the River SeineThe boquinistes are riverside booksellers who have been around since the 16th century. These booksellers began as somewhat lawless figures, disliked by the authorities as they were able to get around the censorship (审查) rules. In the mid-19th century they were granted licenses to sell books, and now they are a major sight along the Seine. They feature on France’s list of intangible (非物质的) cultural heritage.Père Lachaise8 Boulevard de MenilmontantWhen it first opened, this cemetery was not a popular burial spot. It was some way away from the city centre and it had not been blessed by the church. In a marketing ploy, the cemetery acquired the remains of some notable literary figures. In decades, the cemetery had become the final resting place of many writers, including Balzac and Gertrude Stein.Le Procope13 Rue de l’Ancienne ComédieLe Procope was opened in 1686 by Sicilian chef Francesco and is still on business. Located across the road from a theatre, it became a hotspot for actors, playwrights and poets. Voltaire was said to drink 40 cups of coffee a day while he worked at a table at the cafe.7．Who was the prize Prix Cazes intended for?A．Notable literary figures. B．Actors from Vieux-Colombier. C．Booksellers on the Seine. D．Losers in literary competition. 8．What makes Boquinistes distinctive?A．Their popularity among creatives. B．A perfect option for book shoppers. C．Being intangible cultural heritage. D．Playwrights and poets’ favour. 9．Of the four literary landmarks, which can not be a consumption spot for visitors? A．Brasserie Lipp B．BoquinistesC．Père Lachaise D．Le ProcopeIn the animal kingdom, mimics (模仿) are not rare. Stick insects pretend to be twigs. Hawk moth caterpillars resemble poisonous snakes. The examples, though, are visual. Auditory mimicry is rarer. Danilo Russo of the University of Naples Federico II thinks he has found a novel case of it, as he describes in Current Biology. Some bats, he believes, mimic angry bees in order to scare away owls that might otherwise eat them.Dr. Russo first noticed bat buzzing a few years ago. The noise struck him assimilar to the sound of some bees. He wondered whether bat buzzing was a form of mimicry which helped to scare off would-be predators.To test this idea, he and his colleagues first recorded the buzzing that captured bats made. Then, with protective clothing, they began the more dangerous task of recording the buzzing made by different bees. Computer analysis revealed that bees’and bats’ buzzing were, indeed, similar.Then the researchers recruited several owls. They put the owls, one at a time, in an enclosure with branches for them to stay on, and two boxes with holes in them. They placed a loudspeaker alongside one of the boxes and, after the birds had settled in, broadcast through it five seconds of uninterrupted bat buzzing and a similar amount of insect buzzing three times in a row for each noise. As a control, they broadcast in like manner several non-buzzing sounds made by bats.During the broadcasts and for five minutes thereafter, they videoed the owls. After analysis, the results were unequivocal. When they heard both the bat buzzing and the bee buzzing, the owls moved as far from the speakers as they could. In contrast, when the non-buzzing bat sounds were played, they crept closer.Dr. Russo believes this is the first reported case of a mammal using auditory mimicry to scare away a predator. They strongly suspect, however, that it is not unique. Anecdotes suggest several birds also make buzzing noises when their nests are disturbed. And with the result of the experiment, he therefore predicts that auditory mimicry is far more widespread than currently realized.10．What was Dr. Russo’s assumption of the study?A．Bats imitate the voice of angry bees to frighten away enemies.B．The buzzing of bats is similar to the sound of some bees.C．Auditory mimicry is rather common in the animal kingdom.D．Only some bats have the capacity of auditory mimicry.11．How did Dr. Russo test his idea?A．By consulting experts in this field. B．By referring to other scholars’analysis.C．By collecting computer data. D．By conducting series of scientificexperiments.12．What does the underlined word “unequivocal” in paragraph 5 possibly mean? A．Disappointing. B．Controversial. C．Definite. D．Uncertain. 13．What is a suitable title for the text?A．A New Trick to Scare Away Owls B．Animal Mimicry: Buzz offC．A Self-protection Behavior among Animals D．Bats: No More Victim to Owls二、七选五International Languages Week is an annual event held in New Zealand to promote language and culture from around the world. Learning an international language involves much more than language proficiency( 熟练). Knowing an international language means knowing about the culture that is the foundation of that language. Take advantage of International Languages Week now. 14Use your students as teachers. There is a high chance that you will have some students who can speak languages other than English in your school. 15 . And you can ask them to share their language knowledge with others in the class.16 . International Languages Week is an ideal opportunity to connect with your families to find out what languages are spoken in your community. Invite family members with a second language into the school as guest speakers, to read first language books, or practice conversations with students.Celebrate the cultural diversity in your school. 17 . Students can plan an international day activity where they wear the traditional dress of their own culture and share music, customs, food and dance. They can also plan an International Languages Week assembly where students can show their greetings, customs, experiences, and stories to the rest of the school. Students can work together to make a video to promote International Languages Week.Create a language resource. Develop a language resource for your school or local community.18 . Or you can use a greetings poster to encourage the use of international greetings around the school. Students may want to create aslideshow(幻灯片) or video in an international language to welcome new migrants and inform them about your local area .A．Make connections with your community.B．Connect with a class in an overseas country.C．And here are some ideas for classroom programs.D．It can be simple vocabulary cards to help students learn new words.E．Consider what understandings are gained by learning a new language.F．Hold an event where the multiculturalism of your school is celebrated.G．Encourage the students to be experts during International Languages Week.三、完形填空I am a psychologist. Kate, a former client who I had helped, got a promotioneach other from the beginning, and as time passed things weren’t getting any better. Kate told me that it was becoming painfully clear that her inability to get on withtension. Maybe your 33 to the situation is at the center of the problem. 19．A．garden B．yard C．office D．school 20．A．Therefore B．Instead C．Moreover D．Besides 21．A．know B．attack C．like D．shock 22．A．rarely B．scarcely C．hardly D．possibly 23．A．designed B．explored C．imagined D．repeated 24．A．names B．firms C．styles D．titles 25．A．pleasant B．weak C．special D．unhappy 26．A．results B．plans C．secrets D．talks 27．A．quarrel B．play C．communicate D．compete 28．A．avoid B．meet C．love D．order 29．A．persuade B．change C．believe D．cheer 30．A．meaning B．luck C．reason D．value 31．A．worked B．failed C．improved D．returned 32．A．reducing B．causing C．affecting D．judging 33．A．objection B．devotion C．contribution D．reaction四、根据首字母填写单词34．Her name sounds f ________ to me but I can’t tell who she is at the moment.（根据首字母单词拼写）35．As we know, China is a developing country b________to third world. （根据首字母单词拼写）36．The West lake is s________ by hills on three sides while Hangzhou city itself is on the eastern shore. （根据首字母单词拼写）37．An English speech contest will be held with the a________of improving our spoken English. （根据首字母单词拼写）38．His teacher was annoyed with him for being so r________ to the homeless man. （根据首字母单词拼写）39．Huang Wenxiu, former Party chief of Baini village in Baise, was a________ national honorary title for her contribution to the poverty alleviation(脱贫) cause in February.（根据首字母单词拼写）40．He was completely a___________ in reading and forgot even to take his meal. (根据首字母单词拼写)41．The room, d________ with flowers and balloons, was filled with a festive atmosphere. （根据首字母单词拼写）42．I am extremely g________ for the assistance my classmates have provided. Without their help, I wouldn’t have passed through the swimming test. (根据首字母单词拼写)43．I will take full a________of this opportunity to spread traditional Chinese culture to foreign exchange students. （根据首字母单词拼写）五、用单词的适当形式完成短文54．假定你是李华，你班将举行一场关于人类未来生活的讨论会。
【英语】浙江省宁波市效实中学2015-2016学年高一下学期期中考试
宁波市效实中学2015学年第二学期高一英语期中试卷(说明：本卷总分为105分，其中附加分5分，考试时间为110分钟。
所有试题必须答在答题卷上。
)I. 听力（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）第一节：听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How far is the nearer supermarket?A. 5 km.B. 3 km.C. 2 km.2. Where does the conversation take place?A. At a restaurant.B. At a store.C. At the woman‟s house.3. Which country is the woman going to this year?A. Canada.B. Italy.C. Brazil.4. What is the talk mainly about?A. When the party will be held.B. How many people will attend the party.C. Whether the man was invited to the party.5. What does the man like about the new restaurant?A. The atmosphere.B. The food.C. The service.第二节听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有几个小题，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。
每段对话读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why is the man going to California?A. To work there.B. To join his family.C. To continue his education.7. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Boss and employee.B. Agent and customer.C. Interviewer and interviewee.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
浙江省宁波市效实中学高一英语下学期期中试题(含解析)
浙江省宁波市效实中学2014-2015学年高一英语下学期期中试题（含解析）说明：本卷总分为105分，其中附加分5分，考试时间为100分钟。
所有试题必须在答题卷上答题。
I. 听力部分（10分）第一节（共5小题：每小题0.5分，满分2.5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 time will the woman call Mr. White again?A. At 11:00.B. At 11:30.C. At 12:30.2. What does the man want to drink?A. Juice.B. Coffee.C. Cold water.3. What’s the relationship between the two speakers?A. Classmates.B. Colleagues.C. Neighbors.4. How does the woman usually go home after work?A. By car.B. By bus.C. By underground.5. Where does this conversation most probably take place?A. In a bookstore.B. In a post office.C. In a supermarket.第二节（共15小题：每小题0.5分，满分7.5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5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；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。
听下面一段对话。
回答第6和第7两个小题。
浙江省宁波效实中学2022-2023学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题
浙江省宁波效实中学2022-2023学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题一、短对话1．Where are probably the speakers?A．In a car.B．On a boat.C．On a plane.2．What does the woman want to do?A．Have a haircut.B．Buy shampoo.C．Have her hair colored.3．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Husband and wife.B．Interviewer and interviewee.C．Employer and employee.4．What does the man suggest the woman do?A．Pay off her debt.B．Have a rest.C．Work harder.5．What is the man doing?A．Asking the way.B．Giving directions.C．Correcting a mistake.二、长对话听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．Why does the man make the call?A．To cancel an appointment.B．To reschedule an appointment.C．To make an appointment.7．When will the man meet Dr. Madison?A．At 9:00 a.m. on Friday.B．At 9:00 a.m. on Thursday.C．At 8:30 a.m. on Thursday.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．What did the woman leave in the store yesterday?A．A hat.B．A purse.C．An umbrella.9．What does the woman say about the yellow shirt?A．It’s out of style.B．Its color is too bright.C．It’s a bit small for her husband. 10．What does the woman want in the end?A．A discount.B．Attractive packaging.C．A free present.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
2020-2021学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ALocated besideLake Geneva, the Olympic Museum houses more than 10,000 artificial objects and hours of interactive contents highlighting some of the best moments during the Olympics. Here are some of the museum’s most moving moments.The Olympic ParkThe journey through the Olympic Museum begins in the Olympic Park, an 8,000-square-meter outdoor area in front of the museum overlooking Lake Geneva and theAlps. The park contains artwork and sculptures that show respect to the world of sport.The first Olympic SymbolThe “Olympic Rings” flag was designed by Coubertin in 1913. The rings represent the five continents that participate in the Olympics: Africa, Asia,America,AustraliaandEurope. The six color1 s include at least one color1 that is represented on the flag of every country.The StadiumsThe stadiums that host the Olympic Games are as much of a celebration of design as the games are a celebration of sportsmanship. Guests can explore plans and models of Olympic stadiums’ past and present, including one of the games’ most attractive stadiums, the Bird’s Nest from Beijing 2008 Olympics.The Olympic MedalsHave you ever wondered what an Olympic medal looks like? The Olympic Museum has a room that houses every bronze, silver, and gold medal from every Olympic Games dating back to the first modern Olympics of 1896. Each medal design is a unique representation of the year and location in which the games were held.1.Which moment do you see first when exploring the Olympic Museum?A.The Olympic Park.B.The first Olympic Symbol.C.The Stadiums.D.The Olympic Medals.2.What can you do in the section of The Stadiums?A.Celebrate the glory of a sportsman.B.Meet the designers of the stadiums.C.Explore the future stadiums.D.Enjoy the model of the Bird’s Nest.3.In which column of a newspaper may this text appear?A.Entertainment.B.Science.C.Travel.D.Business.BDisease-carrying mosquitoes can spread diseases without affecting themselves. Nearly 700 million people get a mosquito-borne illness each year, which results in over one million deaths. Humans experience continuous pressures from disease-carrying mosquitoes in many parts of the world, so we have to find ways to fight against those insects because they keep getting scarier.Even though DEET remains the most commonly used, and most powerful, mosquito repellent ever developed, scientists are actively pursuing effective products based entirely on plant oils. While DEET is an effective contact repellent, many people dislike the oily feel and smell on their skin, and sometimes some people are sensitive to it. Consumers are always interested in alternatives to DEET and other synthetic repellents, so there are numerous natural repellents on the market.In his lab atIowaStateUniversity, Dr. Joel Coats and his team have successfully tested these repellents against three species of dangerous mosquitoes. The first group of the new repellents act through the air. These chemicals have a vapor action that provides protection, and they are called “spatial” repellents, since they act through space. These are potentially most useful in backyards, parks, and houses. The other group are the classic ones that stop insects from standing on a treated surface, such as human skin, clothing or tents; collaborators at the USDA-ARS and BioGents have conducted testing with humans to confirm the effectiveness and identify the very best ones.The new repellents were designed and made from the natural materials in plant essential oils. They maintain many of the advantages of the natural repellents: They are fully biodegradable, with no ecological concerns or environmental wastes, and generally considered safe like the thousands of types of plant essential oils used in the flavor and perfume industries. However, thorough testing will be conducted to determine if they are truly non-poisonous because there is still no enough evidence.4. What does the author mainly want to show in paragraph 1?A. The way mosquitoes spread disease.B. The high death rate of mosquito-borne illness.C. The difficulty of fighting disease-carrying mosquitoes.D. The urgency of finding tools to fight against mosquitoes.5. What is a disadvantage of DEET?A. It won’t be effective for long.B. It can’t be applied universally.C. It causes discomfort to the users.D. It greatly harms people’s health.6. What can we learn about the second group of the new repellents?A. They can kill mosquitoes indirectly.B. They are mainly used in the open air.C. They are more effective on human skin.D. They can prevent mosquitoes from contacting users.7. What’s the author’s attitude to the new repellents?A. Subjective.B. Objective.C. Doubtful.D. Disapproving.CAmerican football was the fastest-growing sport for US young players last year, according to a survey sponsored by the sport's governing body.But it was the game's no tackle variety that showed the biggest increase－a finding that may reflect concerns about injury. In American football, a tackle (抢断球) refers to an attempt to stop an opponent by forcing them to the ground.The number of participants in football grew in 2015 while most other sport, except baseball, posted a decline, USA Football said on Monday, citing(引用) the findings of a survey of 30,000 children and teenagers.Participation in flag football (a no-tackle type of football) increased by 8.7 percent among children aged 6 to 14, while tackle football rose by 1.9 percent. For that age group, the only other sport that grew was baseball, with a 3. 3 percent increase.In the 15-to-18 age group, flag football rose by 10. 5 percent, while tackle grew by 2.5 percent.Basketball was the third, with a 1. 1 percent increase. Participation in all other sports declined.Tom Farrey, executive director of the Aspen Institute's Sports & Society Program, said he was surprised that flag football participation rose so much.“The trend suggests that parents aremarching to the beat of a different drummer, in pursuing flagas an alternative for their kids," he said.The findings come at a time of increasing concern about the risk associated with youth sports, particularly hockey (曲棍球) and football, where medical researchers have warned about the risk of concussions (damagestothe brain caused by violent blows to the head) and death linked to brain injury.USA Football, anIndianapolis,Indianabased nonprofit funded in part by the National Football League, believed that the increases resulted from better safety and health education."Football participation increases, even modest increases, may signal that programs such as our Heads Up Football program and practice guidelines are making a positive difference," said Scot Hallenbeck, USA Football chief executive, in a statement.Robert Cantu, aBostonUniversityneurosurgery professor and investigator at the school's chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Center said the increase in fag football participation signaled that more parents were directing children to a safe alternative8. What can we learn about the two age groups?A. Flag football grew the fastest in the 6-to-18 group.B. Tackle football grew he fastest in the 6-to-14 group.C. Participation in baseball declined the most in both groupsD. Participation in tackle football increased the most in both groups.9. The underlined part probably means ________.A working at a different paceB. behaving in a different wayC. ignoring the major differencesD. trying to accept different opinions10. The popularity of flag football is inked with the fact thatA. its rules have been adapted for young playersB. it receives more funds than other varietiesC. tackle football is an old-fashioned gameD. experts worry about children's safety11. What is the cause of football growth according to USA Football?A. Their safety programs are successful.B. More children show interest in the game.C. Football is less likely to cause concussions.D. There are different types of football to choose from.DWolves have a certain undeserved reputation: fierce, dangerous, good forhunting down deer and farmers’ livestock. However, wolves have a softer, more social side, one that has been embraced by a heart-warming new initiative.In a bid to save some of Europe’s last wolves, scientists have explored the willingness of these supposedly fierce creatures to help others of their kind. Female wolves, the scientists have discovered, make excellent foster parents to wolf cubs that are not their own. The study, published in Zoo Biology, suggests that captive-bred wolfcubs(幼兽)could be placed with wild wolf families, boosting the wild population.The gray wolf was once the world’s most widely distributed mammal, but it became extinct as a result of widespread habitat destruction and the deliberate killing of wolves suspectedof preying on livestock. Fear and hatred of the wolf have since become culturally rooted, fuelled by myths, fables and stories.In Scandinavia, the gray wolf is endangered, the remaining population found by just five animals. As a result, European wolves are severely inbred and have little geneticvariability（变异性）, making them vulnerable to threats, such as outbreaks of disease that they can’t adapt to quickly. So Inger Scharis and Mats Amundin of Linkoping University, in Sweden, started Europe’s first gray wolf-fostering program. They worked with wolves keptat seven zoos across Scandinavia. Eight wolf cubs between four and six days old were removed from their natural parents and placed with other wolf packs in other zoos. The foster mothers accepted the new cubs placed in their midst.The welfare of the foster cubs and the wolves’ natural behavior were monitored using a system of surveillance cameras. The foster cubs had a similar growth rate as their step siblings in the recipient litter, as well as their biological siblings in the source litter. The foster cubs had a better overall survival rate, with 73% surviving until 33 weeks, than their biological siblings left behind, of which 63% survived. That rate of survival is similar to that seen in wild wolf cubs. Scientists believe that wolves can recognize their young, but this study suggests they can only do so once cubs are somewhere between three to seven weeks of age.If captive-bred cubs can be placed with wild-living families, which already have cubs of a similar age, not only will they have a good chance of survival, but they could help dramatically increase the diversity of the wild population, say the researchers. Just like the wild wolves they would join, these foster cubs would need protection from hunting. Their arrival could help preserve the future of one of nature’s most iconic and polarizing animals.12. What’s the theme of the passage?A. Giving wolf cubs a new lifeB. Foster wolf parents and foster cubsC. The fate of wild wolvesD. Changing diversity of wild wolves13. Which of the following flow chart best demonstrates the relationship between the wolves?A. B.C. D.14. Which of the following statements is true?A. Female wolves are willing to raise wolf cubs of 3 to 7 weeks old.B. Foster cubs are accepted by foster parents and are well bred.C. Man’s hostile attitude towards wolves roots in myths, fables and stories.D. Foster cubs and their biological siblings have similar growth rate and survival rate.15. What’s the purpose of the research?A. To help wolves survive various threatsB. To improve wolves’ habitat and stop deliberate killingC. To save endangered wolves by increasing their populationD. To raise man’s awareness of protecting wolves第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中试卷及参考答案
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AFour Online EventsThe handshake：an anthropologist’s guideWhat is its biological purpose？What are the best and worst handshakes？In this talk，scientist Ella Al-Shamahi examines the power of touch and argues the handshake is at least 7 million years old．This event will start at 18:00 pm on 25 March and will last one hour．Standard ticket price：£15(A 20％discount for those who buy the ticket before March 20.)A rescue plan for natureWhat do we need to do to restore the planet 's biodiversity and preventthe next pandemic (疫情)？Join scientist Cristian Samper as he talks about how our ignoring nature caused the pandemic-and how we can seize a unique opportunity to build back better．This free event will start at 18:00 pm on 15 April．Origins of lifeWhy is the planet the way it is？How did we get here？Does everything happen for a reason or are some things left to chance？Research shows we live in a world driven by chance．In this talk，biologist Sean B Carroll will tell the stories of the mother of all accidents，and the surprising power of chance in our lives and the world．This event will start at 19:30 pm on 22 April and will last two hours．Standard ticket price：£18(A 10％discount for those who buy the ticket before April 17.)The truth about exerciseShould we all be hitting the gym three times a week？Should we worry about sitting to omuch？If you are strong and fit，can you get away with being inactive？In this talk，specialist Jason Gill introduces what science can really tell us about how much we need to move to live a healthy life．This event will start at 19:00 pm on May 13 and will last one hour，Standard ticket price：£12(A 15％discount for those who buy the ticket before May 8.)1.How much should you at least spend on the event about the handshake？A.£10.2．B.£12．C.£13．D.£16.2．2.From whom can you learn about the origins of life？A.Ella Al-Shamahi．B.Cristian Samper．C.Sean B Carroll．D.Jason Gill．3.What does the four online talks have in common？A.They are science-based．B.They are about cultures．C.They are related to nature．D.They are intended for the young．BJake Oldershaw and his daughter Mollie from Birmingham, Britain have asthma (哮喘). Mollie, 11, has required hospital treatment several times while Jake Says he always finds breathing more difficult when there is heavy traffic. Air quality has an enormous impact on their lives and both noticed a marked improvement during the spring lockdown because of the epidemic (疫情). Jake said, “During lockdown there was a noticeable difference in air quality. I didn't suffer any asthmatic attacks during that period. These days you can feel the effects.”However, under current COVID-19 restrictions in the UK this winter, many people probably will have to work from home. The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) says while emissions (排放) have dropped this year because we've been travelling less and doing less, the expected use ofgas boilers to provide heating and hot water could rise by more than half.Heating accounts for nearly 37% of the UK's total carbon emissions. Modelling by the ECIU suggests a 56% increase in boiler usage this winter resulting in a 12% increase in emissions of carbon. The ECIU says that's enough to offset the last two years' worth of progress on reducing traffic emissions.Jess Ralston, author of the analysis for the ECIU, said, “Working from home and having increased gas use in the home could be really critical for air pollution and also climate change. The way we heat our homes needs to change if we are to get to net zero by 2050.”Jess Ralston said, “The increase in pollution from gas boilers expected this winter provides a graphic illustration (图解) of their forgotten role in air pollution. And it is a role set to continue without practical policies to decarbonize home heating. ”The government is set to publish its Heat and Buildings Decarbonisation Strategy in a few weeks which is expected to give details on plans to try to switch British homes to cleaner sources of heat.4. How did the spring lockdown in the UK affect Jake?A. He was cured of his asthma.B. He had to go to hospital for retreatment.C. He suffered a noticeable difficulty in study.D. He didn't suffer any asthmatic attacks during that period.5. What is concerning the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit?A. The epidemic will become worse.B. Air pollution will get worse this winter.C. People may have to work from home longer.D. There is less energy for gas boilers in winter.6. What would Jess Ralston agree with?A. People prefer to work from home in winter.B. The government failed to protect the environment.C. People tend to ignore the harmful effect of home heating.D. The climate has suffered a lot from the epidemic this year.7. How to improve air quality during winter according to Jess Ralston?A. A warmer winter season.B. Less and less gas boilers.C. Practical plans from the government.D. Improved awareness of cutting down pollution.CAfter almost an entire year of not going shopping and vacationing, you find the numbers reflected by your bank account meet your heart’ s desire.Now the most important question comes, what to do with the earnings? Should you fulfill dreams of the present, invest in preserving the future or perhaps keep saving it for a rainy day?Our elders always try to teach us the value of money and its moral weakness. One may be on a winning streak (连续成功) now, but it will not always be so. One will have days when there will be no sunshine but only rain, and their luck will hide behind those thick grey clouds. Save for those rainy days, they say. Do not spend too much, live within a budget,refrain fromcredit no matter how small and save for the future.Since the very first time we earn our own money from a summer job or earning our first salary, the lessons start. In fact, the pocket money that we receive when we are children begins the process of learning how to best manage one’ s money.People often think like this — one day when I have enough money, I will travel the world. Then, once we do earn enough money, tomorrow’ s plans start shadowing our present ones. However, is it wise to keep living forthat future? Will we still enjoy or even be able to backpack in our 50s? How will we ever enjoy our present if we are constantly living for the future?Good questions, aren’ t they? I say travel but don’ t let yourself run dry, treat yourself to some luxuries but also keep enough for your necessities, and enjoy your present but with a plan for the foreseeable future. Life is for the living, so live it sensibly.8. Why do elders teach us to save money?A. Because there are more rainy days in life.B. Because no one can win streak.C. Because good days may end.D. Because money can’t buy everything.9. What does the underlined phrase “refrain from” mean in Paragraph 3?A. select fromB. hold backC. rely onD. prefer to10. Which of the following opinions would the author agree?A. To enjoy yourself in the right time.B. To wait to travel until we have enough money.C. To go backpacking in our 50s.D. To live for the future.11. What should we do with the earnings according to the author?A. We should save all for rainy days.B. We should fulfill our dreams.C. We should entertain ourselves.D. We should live the present wisely.DThey are smart. They know how to steal. They know how to find food. They know how to intimidate(恐吓) . Who are they? They are macaque monkeys. They have taken over the old city ofLopburiinThailand. About 8,400 of them are in the center of the city. They roam(漫游) neighborhoods in groups. Dozens of businesses in Lopburi are closing. They include a music school, a gold shop, a barber, a cellphone store and a movie theatre. The Buddhist culture believes reducing the number of monkeys would disturb spiritual well-being.The monkeys were not always such a hazard. They attracted tourists. Buddhists thought feeding them was agood deed. Now times have changed. Recently, the coronavirus made things worse. There are fewer tourists, which means that travelers give less food to the monkeys. Over the years, the monkeys moved into empty buildings. They trashed whatever they came across. They ripped(扯掉) antennas and windshield wipers off parked cars. What happens when monkeys come into contact with humans? An observer said that years ago the monkeys were fewer, biggerand healthier. Their fur was shiny and thick. They kept to the temples，as well as the ruins of the ancient Khmer civilization.Then tourists came with easy and unhealthy food. Along with bananas and citrus(柑橘), the macaques feasted on junk food. An observer said, “The monkeys are never hungry. They are just like children who eat too much KFC. ” Compared with the monkeys of the forest, their urban counterparts have less muscle. They have more hypertension and blood disease. Their fur has thinned. Some have gone bald. With so much food available，they have more time to breed and to give birth. Their population has exploded. “These monkeys were here before us,” a man said. A juvenile macaque tugged(拽) his trousers demanding a treat. “We have to adapt to them，not the other way around. ”12. Why are macaque monkeys so popular in Lopburi inThailand?A. Because they are smart and know how to steal.B. Because they have taken over the old city ofLopburiinThailand.C. Because they are symbols of spiritual well-being in the Buddhist culture.D. Because 8,400 of them are in the centre of the city and roam everywhere.13. In what way has tourism influenced the macaque monkeys?A. The monkeys are bigger and healthier.B. The monkeys like eating KFC food.C. The monkeys have suffered from more diseases.D. The monkeys are subject to birth control.14. What does the underlined word “counterparts” in the last paragraph refer to?A. Monkeys.B. Tourists.C. Buddhists.D. Children.15. It can be inferred from what the man said that ________.A. monkeys are ancestors, so humans should adapt to monkeysB. humans should regard monkeys with awe and respectC. monkeys should be forced to follow rulesD. humans should give monkeys whatever they want第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及参考答案
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AIt looks like 2017 is shaping up to be a record-breaking year in movie History. Here is a list of some of the year’s biggest blockbusters so far.Kong: Skull IslandA reboot (重启) of King Kong would normally get laughed at in this day and age, but it looks like this modem version of the story will be worth watching. With US actress Brie Larson and UK actor Tom Hiddleston in the mix, this film is set to be this year’s biggest monster tale.Release Date:3/10/17Beauty and the BeastDirector Bill Condon is bringing back a part of our childhood in live action, complete with the songs we all remember and love. With British stars Emma Watson and Dan Stevens leading thecast, the classic Walt Disney story already sounds like it’ll be a delight for both children and adults.Release Date:3/17/17The Fate of the FuriousThere was doubt that we’d even get a Fast 8, especially after the fitting ending US actor Paul Walker’s character was given at the end of Furious 7. Fans thought they’d never see Dom and the rest of the crew back in action, but thankfully, US star Vin Diesel himself confirmed that The Fate of the Furious is fueling up for another go.Release Date:4/14/17Spider-Man: HomecomingSpider Man is heading home to Marvel Studios for the first time. The movie will show us Peter Parker’s high school days, and will continue the threads we saw formed during his initial appearance in Captain America: Civil War. We know that Michael Keaton is playing The Vulture in this story, and that both Happy Hogan and Tony Stark, played by US actors Jon Favreau and Robert Downey Jr., are along for the ride.Release Date:7/7/171.Which of the following movies can’t you see on May Day?A.Kong: Skull Island.B.Beauty and the Beast.C.The Fate of the Furious.D.Spider-Man: Homecoming.2.What can we know about Beauty and the Beast?A.It is fueling up for another go.B.It is produced by Marvel StudiosC.It’ll show us Peter Parker’s school days.D.It’ll be enjoyable for both children and adults.3.What does the underlined word “cast” probably mean?A.Characters.B.Actors.C.Directors.D.Teachers.BA teenager in Georgia will no longer have to walk 7 miles to work after school thanks to one woman’s act of kindness.Jayden Sutton, a high school senior, went on foot each day from school to his job at a restaurant and then back home. Sutton was determined to work and make enough money to eventually buy his own vehicle.Sutton said he’d leave school at 3:30 pm, then walk miles to his job at the restaurant. After his work, which usually lasted six to eight hours, he walked home, sometimes not arriving back until almost midnight.That all changed when Myers saw him walking down the road in the rain in December. “The young man was insistently in a rush walking to work, saying ‘I can’t be late,’” Myers said. “He begged me to give him a ride. I told him I could take him as far as I was going. I began to create small talk along the way. It wasrevealedto me that his name was Jayden, 12th grader, worked 40 hours a week, walked 5 miles to work immediately after school, got off at 10:30 pm at night and walked back home another 5 miles if co-workers didn’t offer a ride.”After dropping Sutton off, Myers said his heart and determination filled her with tears. “He was smiling in good spirits and that’s a child worth blessing,” she told Fox News. So, Myers shared Sutton’s story on the GoFundMe page, which raised more than $ 9, 000 from 186 donors.She surprised Sutton with a new car after she managed to convince the general manager to drop the price of the vehicle to meet the budget.4. Why did Sutton work so hard in his spare time?A. To gain working experience.B. To pay for his education.C. To own a car.D. To support his family.5. What difficulty did Sutton have in his work at the restaurant?A. He worked longer than other workers.B. His work was too tiring.C. His job was much less paid.D. He had to walk to work.6. What does the underlined word “revealed” in paragraph 4 mean?A. Known.B. Attached.C. Believed.D. Limited.7. What do we know about the money donated online?A. It could buy more than a new car.B. It was not enough to buy a new car.C. It was given to Myers to buy herself a new car.D It mainly came from a car sales manager.CImagine turning on the GPS and seeing an image of your car from above. As the car drives, the map follows along in real time, alarming you to any traffic, pedestrians,animals, or other things nearby. Routes and names of roads appear over the live stream. It's like the map has come to life.This type of map isn't available yet. But it could be soon. In 2014, the Worldview-3 satellites was launched into space. Even though it orbits Earth at more than 370 miles（600 km）away, it can capture images of objects on Earth that are just 10 inches（25cm）across.Peeringall the way from outer space, it can make out a smartphone held in your hand. It can tell what types of cars are traveling down a road. But it can't identify your face or read the cars' license plate numbers . . . at least not openly.According to some reports, this satellite and other US spy satellites have the technology to take even sharper images, with a resolution（分辨率）of up to around 4 inches（10cm）. ButUS law forbids making these super-sharp pictures public, to prevent enemies from using them. But the idea that anybody might be able to spy on the entire Earth in such detail may seem horrible. Live, high-detail satellite mapping could possibly be used to monitor anybody at any time. Ray Purdy of University College London told CNN that he is concerned about what this could mean for privacy. Most satellites are commercially owned, so if you have money you can buy that imagery. “It means anyone can spy on anyone,” he said.At the same time, live, detailed maps of Earth's surface could be useful in amazing ways. Live maps of a disaster area could quickly discover people in need of rescue as well as the safest routes in or out. Satellite images are already helping catch illegal logging and fishing operations. Higher detail may make it possible to catch othercriminals in the act. The images could also make it easier for farmers to watch over their crops.What do you think? Do you wish everyone could access high-detail live maps of Earth's surface?8. What does the underlined word in paragraph 2 mean?A. SeeingB. StandingC. WalkingD. Hearing9. Why does US law forbid making super-sharp pictures public?A. to protect the technology.B. for the sake of safety.C. to protect the environment.D. to threat other countries.10. Which of the following statements is true according to the text?A. This super-sharp map hasn't been put into market.B. Worldview-3 satellites orbits the Earth at 370 km away.C. Personal privacy is safely protected if you use the super-sharp map.D. The super-sharp map should be completely forbidden.11. How is this technology used in agriculture?A. It can help improve the production of crops.B. It can help kill pests.C. It can help farmer to watch over their crops from far away.D. It can help increase farm land.DHave you ever been sad because of failure? Please remember, for quite often achieving what you set out to do is not the most important thing.A boy decided to dig a deep hole behind his house. As he was working, a couple of older boys stopped by to watch. “What are you doing?” asked one of the visitors. “I want to dig a hole all the way through the earth!” the boy answered excitedly. The older boys began to laugh, telling him that digging a hole all the way through the earth was impossible. After a while, the boy picked up a jar. He showed it to the visitors. It was full of all kinds of stones and insects. Then he said calmly and confidently, “Maybe I can’t finish digging all the way through the earth, but look at what I’ve found during this period!”Theboy’s goal was far too difficult, but it did cause him to go on. And that is what a goal is for－to cause us to move in the direction we have chosen, in other words, to cause us to keep working!Not every goal will be fully achieved. Not every job will endup with a success. Not every dream will come true. But when you fall short of your aim, maybe you can say, “Yes, but look at what I’ve found along the way! There areso many wonderful things having come into my life because I tried to do something!” It is in the digging that life is lived. It is the unexpected joy on the journey that really makes sense.12. The older boys laughed at the boy because he was thought to be______.A. braveB. impoliteC. foolishD. warm-hearted13. Why did the boy show the jar to the older boys?A. To drive them away.B. To show what he had found in digging.C. To show how beautiful the jar was.D. To attract them to join him in the work.14. What can be learnt from the fourth paragraph of the text?A. No dream can come true.B. All work will end successfully.C. Goals shouldn’t be set too high.D. Goals will make us work harder.15. The best title for the text should be______.A. A Boy Dug a HoleB. Joy in the JourneyC. No Pain, No GainsD. Failure Is the Mother of Success第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及参考答案
2020-2021学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项APlan Your Visit to the British MuseumWe've made a few changes to ensure you can safely enjoy your visit:How to book tickets·Tickets for the permanent collection can only be hooked online in advance.·To book tickets for exhibitions, visit our exhibition pages. If you want to guarantee your visit to the permanent collection as well as the exhibition on your visit, you will need to book a separate ticket.·We are limiting numbers of people in the museum to ensure there is room for you to safely enjoy your visit. Everyone, including members and volunteers, will therefore need to book a free, timed ticket in advance.Important information about your ticket booking·You can book up to six tickets for people who live in the same family.·We will email yourticket to you, and you will need to show it either printed out or on your device (设备) when you arrive.·Please arrive at the time stated on your ticket-we cannot guarantee admission before or after it.Following the routeWe have created a new one-way route through the museum which will allow you to safely explore world cultures from the Mediterranean to the Middle East and from the Americas to Africa.·View a map of the route (Open in a new window).·Our audio guides (音频指南) are not available. However, youcan pay to download the audio introductions from iTunes (Open in a new window) or Google Play (Open in a new window) to each of the galleries and listen on your own device. Please remember to bring along your own headphones.1.Why does the museum offer timed tickets?A.To earn more money.B.To hire more volunteers.C.To save room for collections.D.To control the number of visitors.2.How can a visitor learn about the new route in advance?A.View an online map.B.Buy a new headphone.C.Buy audio guides from the museum.D.Download video introductions from iTunes.3.Where can you probably find the text?A.In a newspaper.B.In a magazine.C.On a website.D.In a report.BHenry Cavill: Bring Superman to LifeHenry Cavill knew that he wanted to be a star at 16 years of age, after a chance meeting with movie star Russell Crowe who inspired hispassion for acting. But for the British-born actor, the bright lights and attraction ofHollywoodwere a long way away. Supported by his secretary mother and stockbroker father, he decided to study drama during high school. His journey to super star began.Before gaining the international recognition he has now, Cavill tried out for roles in the Harry Potter and Twilight series but failed to get either. He would have to keep waiting for his big chance.Determined as ever, Cavill took any acting jobs he could get his hands on and appeared in several low-budget horror movies and TV shows in hopes of getting noticed. It almost worked. In the early 2000s, at just 22 years old, he narrowly missed out on becoming the new James Bond. Finally, in 2007, his hard work paid off. He won a leading role as the first Duke of Suffolk in the period showThe Tudors. The TV show was very popular and helped to raise Cavill's popularity inAmerica.In 2011, Cavil landed his breakout role, playing Superman in the DC Extended Universe. He hasn't looked back and has since starred in many hit films, such asMission: Impossible- Fallout.More recently, he stepped back on to the small screen. Since 2019, he has starred in the popular seriesThe Witcher, adapted from the book series and video games of the same name. In the TV show, Cavill played a brave monster hunter named Geralt of Rivia, which was the perfect role for Cavill because he was a fan of the video games. Cavill also got a chance to play a classic English character — master detective Sherlock Holmes — in 2020'sEnola Holmes.However, Cavill isn't just a good guy on screen. His charity work also makes him a real-life hero. In 2014, he took part in the Ice Bucket Challenge while wearing his full Superman suit to support the ALS Association. Currently, he is an ambassador for the UK's Royal Marines Charity, which supports war veterans (退伍军人). Why does he do it? He love to make people feel good and bring smiles to people' faces. Indeed, Henry Cavill in living proof that you don't always need to wear a cape (斗篷) to act like a hero.4. Why did Cavil act in low-budget film and TV works early in his career?A. He was too polite to refuse.B. He was hoping to get noticed.C. He was encouraged to do so by his parents.D. He was friends with the directors of the projects.5. The role of the monster hunter was the perfect for Cavill because ________ .A. he had experienced hunting monstersB. he had played the same role in a movieC. he knew the writer of the books personallyD. he enjoyed the video games that the show was rooted in6. Which of the following words can best describe Cavill?A. Modest and friendly.B. Determined and kind.C. Talented and faithful.D. Honest and considerate.7. What made Cavill a real-life hero?A. Being a successful actor.B. Playing Superman on screen.C. Devoting to charities.D. Wearing a cape to take part in activities.CCoke was introduced by the Coca Cola company in 1886, making it a rather true andtested favorite of generations of people in over 200 countries. This list should give you some ideas on how to get more from your coke than usual.. Coca Cola is an excellent rust buster (除锈剂). If you have a bunch of small rusty objects, put them in coke overnight and give them a goodscrubin the morning. Coke helps to break down the rust, making cleaning much easier. Be sure to throw out the used coke when you are done with it or you might be taking a trip to the doctor.. Like the previous item, the citric acid (柠檬酸) in coke makes for an excellent window cleaner. This is especially useful for car windows. Pour a can of coke over the window and rub the window, then wipe it off with a wet cloth to remove any sugary matter from the sugar in the drink. As coke is fullof sugar, you should clean the sticky matter off the window glasses, or it will be not a cleaner but a dirt.. For those of you who live in areas where skunk (臭鼬) smells can be an issue from time to time, one can ofcoke added to water with detergent (清洁剂) really helps to break the smell down. If you have been sprayed, stand in the shower and cover yourself from head to toe with coke — wait for a few minutes, then wash yourself with a shower. Coke is an excellent hair treatment so you get two tips for the price of one with this item!. Pots can sometimes get black on the bottom. The black is almost impossible to remove; this is caused by over-cooking. To remove the black and renew your pot, pour in a can of coke (or as much as you need to cover the blackened area by an inch) and put it on the stove on a low heat. After an hour or so, wash the pot as normal.8. What does the underlined word “scrub”in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A. Start.B. Cleaning.C. Shake.D. Example.9. What is important while using coke to clean car windows?A. Use a dry cloth.B. Rub the window lightly.C. Don’t pour too much coke.D. Clean the sugary matter thoroughly.10. For which purpose does coke have to be mixed with other material?A. To get rid of the black on the pot.B. To breakdown the rust,C. To remove smells.D. To clean windows.11. What type of writing is this text?A. An advertisement.B. A review.C. A news report.D. A practical guide.DThink ofJapanin the spring and the image that comes to mind is likely the country’s famous cherry blossoms, also known as “Sakura” — white and pink flowers, blooming across cities and mountains.The flowers, which experience a “peak bloom” that only lasts a few days, have been loved inJapanfor more than a thousand years. Crowds celebrate with viewing parties,flockingto the most popular locations to take photos and have picnics underneath the branches.But this year, cherry blossom season has come and gone in the blink of an eye, in one of the earliest blooms on record. Scientists warn it’s a symptom of the larger climate crisis threatening ecosystems everywhere.Yasuyuki Aono, a researcher atOsakaPrefectureUniversity, has gathered records fromKyotoback to 812 AD from historical documents and diaries. In the central city ofKyoto, cherry blossoms peaked on March 26, the earliest in more than 1,200 years, Aono said. And in the capitalTokyo, cherry blossoms reached full bloom on March 22, the second-earliest date on record.The peak bloom dates shift every year, depending on numerous factors including weather and rainfall, but have shown a general trend of moving earlier and earlier. InKyoto, the peak date stayed around mid-April for centuries, but began moving into early April during the 1800s. The date has only dipped into late March a handful of times in recorded history.“Sakura blooms are very temperature sensitive,” said Aono. “Flowering and full bloom could be earlier or later depending on the temperature alone,” he said. “The temperature was low in the 1820s, but it has risen by about 3.5 degrees Celsius to this day.”This year’s seasons in particular influenced the blossom dates, he added. The winter was very cold, but the spring came fast and unusually warm.12. What is the best title of the passage?A. Cherry blossom celebrations.B. Warning of a climate crisis.C. A strong love for cherry blossom.D. Cherry blossom season coming earlier.13. What does the underlined word “flocking” mean?A. Blocking.B. Flooding.C. Running.D. Following.14. What can we infer from paragraph 5?A. The peak blossom dates fall on a fixed date.B. The cherry blossom rarely peaks in March.C. The peak bloom dates mainly depend on weather and rainfall.D. Cherry blossom peaks around mid-April inTokyo.15. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A. To inform people the date of cherry blossom.B. To show a study on cherry blossom dates.C. To present a Japanese tradition of cherry blossom celebration.D. To make people aware of the influence of climate change on cherry blossom.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AIt's time to put your two-wheeler to good use on these fun bike paths — each varying in distance and difficulty. Just choose one fit for you.• Paulinskill Valley TrailCheck out Paulinskill Valley Trail, filled with forests, wetlands, and small townsalong this 25- mile route. While the trail is mostly flat, you can do a quick ride. You're likely to catch sight of beautiful birds, considering more than 100 species find a home in the land near the path. Check out the trail in the fall - prime time for pretty sights.•AlaHele MakalaeOn theislandofKaui, you'll find a bike path with lots of beachy views that'll leave you feeling accomplished yet calm. The name translates to “The Path that Goes By Coast,” and, as you might guess, the seven-mile path hugs the shoreline. Start early enough and you'll witness an incredible sunrise to make it even more amazing,• TheCheaha RouteThis ride covers up to 126 miles, with steep climbs and extreme downhills along the way. So prepare for a thrilling ride - one that’s not necessarily for the inexperienced or those looking for an easy, casual ride. Along the route, you'll pedal through five towns. The journey is worth it, though, because you get some of the most scenic views in the state.• The Whitefish TrailFamous for its countless route options, whether you’re a new biker looking for smooth tracks or you have more experience and want to play around on rocky, more technical land, this bike path brings in lots of visitors. The 43-mile route offers beautiful green scenery. Around every comer, you’ll see a new jaw-dropping landscape, from glassy lakes to green mountains.1. When is the best time to visit Paulinskill Valley Trail?A. In Autumn.B. All year round.C. On early mornings.D. On sunny days.2. Which route is not fit for someone new to cycling?A. The Whitefish Trail.B. Ala Hele Makalae.C. Paulinskill Valley Trail.D. TheCheaha Route.3. What's the common feature of the four routes?A. They are full of challenges.B. Various route options are offered.C. They have beautiful scenery.D. Different species can be found there.BHundreds of children are being treated for sleep problems in Wales every year. In some cases，babies，infants (婴儿)and teenagers have been admitted to hospital in north Wales alone.The Children’s Sleep Charity said many children were suffering from lack of sleep mainly because of technology use. Public Health Wales said sleep was as important to a child’s health as healthy eating and exercise，and children with poor sleep patterns were more likely to be fat.Statistics obtained (获得) under the Freedom of Information Act by BBC Wales found at least 408 children have been admitted to hospitals across Wales suffering from sleep disorders since March 2013.Children aged between 0 and 4 made up the highest number of inpatients (住院病人)，with some newborns being treated for sleep-related problems from the day of birth.Vicki Dawson，who set up the Children’s Sleep Charity (CSC)，said sleepless nights were putting both children and parents in anxiety. “Their weight and growth may also be affected as well as their mental health，”she said.Teachers said children showing signs of sleep shortage and tiredness in class were a concern as they couldn’t concentrate for long periods.Psychologist Amy McClelland，of Sleep Wales，saida common problem was that children were “over excited”before bed and that families should get back to basics. “Think 1950s family home. Dinner as a family，read，chat，a film maybe，lights off and then bed. ”She added.4. What’s the mainreason why children are short of sleep？A. Less exercise.B. Eating habits.C. Technology use.D. Sleep patterns.5. Who are the majority of the inpatients with sleep-related disorders？A. Infants.B. Teenagers.C. Teachers.D. Parents.6. What can we infer from what Amy McClelland said？A. Chatting and films make children sleep more.B. It is difficult for children to read before bed.C. Being too excitedis good for sleep habits.D. Relaxation has a bad effect on children.7. What is the best title forthe text？A. Ways to Treat Sleep ProblemsB. Sleep Problems of Welsh ChildrenC. Sleep Habits of Welsh ChildrenD. The Problems of Welsh ChildrenCDogs are often referred to as “man's best friend”. But MacKenzie, a four-pound Chihuahua (奇瓦瓦狗), who was named winner of the 2020 American Hero Dog competition, is making the world a better place for humans and animals alike. Often called the “Oscars for dogs”, the award recognizes dogs who make great contributions to society.This year's competition attracted over 400 competitors from across the country. While all were impressive, it was tiny MacKenzie who won the judges' hearts. Born at a rescue shelter in Hilton, New York, in 2013, she had a cleft palate (腭裂) that required her to be tube fed for the first year of her life. A life-saving operation, performed in 2014, gave her the ability to eat and drink independently, enabling the tiny dog to focus on doing what she loved most: taking care of others.The seven-year-old Chihuahua is now gainfully “employed” by the Mid Foundation, a Rochester, New York-based non-profit organization that shelters and cares for animals born with disabilities. MacKenzie's official job is “to provide love and care for baby rescue animals born with birth defects”. The Chihuahua is good at her job and hasnurturedmany different species-from puppies to kittens to turkeys, squirrels, birds and even a goat. She acts as their mother and teaches them how to socialize, play, and have good manners.In addition to her role as an animal caretaker, MacKenzie also has the important job of greeting the foundation's volunteers and friends. The incredible dog, who has lost her ability to bark, also visits area schools to help children understand physical disabilities in both animals and people. Her heart-warming and inspiring story makes MacKenzie worthy of America's top dog honor!8. What made MacKenzie American Hero Dog?A. Being man's best friend.B. Her struggle with disabilities.C. Rescuing animals with disabilities.D. Her contributions to a better world.9. What can we infer about MacKenzie from Paragraph 2?A. Her growth path was not easy.B. She was deserted by her owner.C. She was operated on at two years old.D. She still needs taking care of by others.10. What does the underlined word “nurtured” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Trained.B. Comforted.C. Tended.D. Abused.11. Which can be a suitable title for the text?A. MacKenzie—The Most Hard-working DogB. MacKenzie—America's “Most Heroic Dog”C. Chihuahua—Inspiration of Positive EnergyD. Chihuahua—Appeal for Animals' ProtectionDAs every mobile-phone owner knows, after a year or so the battery starts to fade and the beast needs recharging more frequently.That is troublesome, but a phone’s batteries can be replaced fairly cheaply — or the whole device traded in for the latest model. An electric car, though, is a much bigger investment. And batteries are its priciest component, representing around 30% of an average mid-size vehicle.To provide buyers with some peace of mind, carmakers guarantee their batteries, typically for eight years or around 200,000km. Producers, planning to go much further than that, though, are racing to launch “million mile”(1.6m kilometers) batteries. Contemporary Amperex Technology, a giant Chinese firm which produces batteries fora number of carmakers, was said to be ready to start producing batteries which would last for 16 years or 2m kilometres. Elon Musk has suggested that Tesla,a Californian maker of electric vehicles, has a million-mile battery in the works. And over in Detroit,General Motors is in the final stages of developing an advanced battery which it says has similar longevity (寿命)。
2020-2021学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中试卷及答案
2020-2021学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中试卷及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AWashingtonD.C.SightseeingWith the information below, you’re not missing anything in D.C.! Click Here to find the perfect hotel for your stay as well.TheOldTownTrolley TourIt offers something for the whole family. Not only will it give them something fun to do, but it will give them a history lesson. This tour will last about three hours and it’s proper for people of all ages.African American History TourBe sure to take this tour because African Americans have had an important role in the making of our country. Take this historical four-hour tour, where you will visit some important sites includingMuseumofAfrican American Historyand Culture.Comedy WalksWashingtonD.C.This is a great experience allowing you to enjoy the capital in a new way. The walking tour lasts for about one hour and thirty minutes, which takes place in less than a mile journey from the starting place.D.C. Twilight TourCheck out the D.C. Twilight Tour for a unique view of some of the most famous sites! What makes this two-hour guided tour truly unique is that you can view many wonderful sites at night time!1. Which tour is recommended to a tourist who is fond of hiking?A. TheOldTownTrolley TourB. African American History TourC. Comedy WalksWashingtonD.C. D. D.C. Twilight Tour2. Which tour lasts longest?A. TheOldTownTrolley TourB. African American History TourC. Comedy WalksWashingtonD.C. D. D.C. Twilight Tour3. Where will you read this text most likely?A. In a guidebook.B. In a magazine.C. In a newspaper.D. On the Internet.BThink ofJapanin the spring and the image that comes to mind is likely the country’s famous cherry blossoms, also known as “Sakura” — white and pink flowers, blooming across cities and mountains.The flowers, which experience a “peak bloom” that only lasts a few days, have been loved inJapanfor more than a thousand years. Crowds celebrate with viewing parties,flockingto the most popular locations to take photos and have picnics underneath the branches.But this year, cherry blossom season has come and gone in the blink of an eye, in one of the earliest blooms on record. Scientists warn it’s a symptom of the larger climate crisis threatening ecosystems everywhere.Yasuyuki Aono, a researcher atOsakaPrefectureUniversity, has gathered records fromKyotoback to 812 AD from historical documents and diaries. In the central city ofKyoto, cherry blossoms peaked on March 26, the earliest in more than 1,200 years, Aono said. And in the capitalTokyo, cherry blossoms reached full bloom on March 22, the second-earliest date on record.The peak bloom dates shift every year, depending on numerous factors including weather and rainfall, but have shown a general trend of moving earlier and earlier. InKyoto, the peak date stayed around mid-April for centuries, but began moving into early April during the 1800s. The date has only dipped into late March a handful of times in recorded history.“Sakura blooms are very temperature sensitive,” said Aono. “Flowering and full bloom could be earlier or later depending on the temperature alone,” he said. “The temperature was low in the 1820s, but it has risen by about 3.5 degrees Celsius to this day.”This year’s seasons in particular influenced the blossom dates, he added. The winter was very cold, but the spring came fast and unusually warm.4. What is the best title of the passage?A. Cherry blossom celebrations.B. Warning of a climate crisis.C. A strong love for cherry blossom.D. Cherry blossom season coming earlier.5. What does the underlined word “flocking” mean?A. Blocking.B. Flooding.C. Running.D. Following.6. What can we infer from paragraph 5?A. The peak blossom dates fall on a fixed date.B. The cherry blossom rarely peaks in March.C. The peak bloom dates mainly depend on weather and rainfall.D. Cherry blossom peaks around mid-April inTokyo.7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A. To inform people the date of cherry blossom.B. To show a study on cherry blossom dates.C. To present a Japanese tradition of cherry blossom celebration.D. To make people aware of the influence of climate change on cherry blossom.CThefirst thing we notice about new people are their faces. The next time we see these people, we remember them because we remember their faces. This seems like a simple process. However, scientists found that it is not such a simple process. The section of the brain that is responsible for face recognition seems to work differently for different people. Some people have great difficulty remembering and recognizing faces, while others almost never forget a face.Normal babies are born with a natural ability to recognize faces. In fact, their face recognition abilities are much better than their parents. Babies are most highly skilled at face recognition at six months. But by nine months, they lose this skill. By nine months, a baby’s face-recognition skills are about the same as an adult’s.Unfortunately, some people are not born with this ability to recognize faces. The part of the brain that is responsible for face recognition doesn’t work for them. This condition is called face blindness. People with very severe face blindness cannot even recognize their own faces. In fact, people with this condition can sometimes be frightened when they look in the mirror. They don’t recognize their own face, so for a second they are startled when they see this unfamiliar face.Face blindness is not always severe. Scientists believe up to 10 percent of the population may be affected by face blindness to some degree, yet many people with mild face blindness might not even know they have it. They have no reason to know they are different from anyone else until someone points it out. This is similar to people with color1 blindness. Colorblind people can’t see the difference between certain color1 s such as red and green, until someone tells them that green and red are two different color1 s.There is no cure for face blindness. So for the time being, people with face blindness need to find simple techniques to compensate for their problem. They can try to recognize people by their hairstyle, their voice, or their glasses. Hopefully, in the future as scientists learn more about this condition, they may find a cure.8. What is the first paragraph mainly about?A. The way to improve one’s face-recognition skills.B. The simple process of the brain to recognize others’ faces.C. The fact that some people have face-recognition problems.D. The importance of face recognition in human communication.9. When do children have the best face-recognition skills?A. At birth.B. Half a year old.C. Nine months old.D. In adolescence.10. What does the underlined word “startled” in the 3rd paragraph probably mean?A. Depressed.B. Confused.C. Embarrassed.D. Surprised.11. What does the author think of the problem of face blindness?A. People need to take it seriously.B. Certain techniques can make up for it.C. It will be cured in the near future.D. It has the same effect with color1 blindness.DThe term "bird brain" is frequently used to describe a person's lack of intelligence and good decision-making ability. However, some scientists believe it should be considered a praise, given that many birds can perform human tasks like producing and using tools, solving problems, and planning for future needs. Now,Griffin, an African Grey parrot, has proved that birds may even possess better visual memories than human adults and children.The study, led by Hrag Pailian, a researcher at Harvard University, had the parrot compete in the game against twenty-one undergraduate students and twenty-one 6 to 8-year-old children. The popular challenge involves hiding a small object under one of three or more upside-down cups, which are moved around. Participants are required to accurately identify the cup under which the object lies. To make the task more challenging, the researchers required participants to track two, three, and four objects at the same time.An analysis of the results showed thatGriffinoutperformed the 6 to 8-year-olds across all levels on average. Even more impressive, the "bird brain" performed as well as, or slightly better than, the 21 Harvard students on 12 of the 14 trials! It was only in the final two tests, which had the most objects and most movement, that the parrotfell behind the adults. However,Griffin's performance was never below that of the children.Griffinwas the candidate of choice because the scientists needed an animal that had a brain functionality similar to that of humans. "The fact that the smart parrot loves to show off his brain power in exchange for a few cashews (腰果) did not hurt either", said Irene Pepperberg, a Harvard lecturer, who has trained Griffin and several other African Grey parrots, has been studying the species for over four decades and is considered a pioneer in the study of bird intelligence.12. Whatwere the participants required to do in the study?A. Identify different kinds of objects.B. Tell where the hidden object lies.C. Track other participants' performance.D. Move around upside-down cups.13. What did the results of the study indicate?A. 6 to 8-year-olds did better thanGriffin.B. Parrots have a better memory than other birds.C. Harvard students have a better visual memory.D.Griffinoutsmarted Harvard students in some trials.14. Why wasGriffinchosen for the experiment?A. It was good at making decisions.B. It was specially trained for experiments.C. It had similar brain functions to human beings.D. It loved to show off his language power for some treats.15. What is the best title for the text?A. "Bird brain" becomes a term for a stupid person.B. Harvard lecturer pioneers in bird intelligence study.C. Parrot outsmarted Harvard students in visual memory test.D. Researchers made new discoveries about human intelligence.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2019-2020学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中试题及答案解析
2019-2020学年宁波效实中学高三英语下学期期中试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AVienna Concerts 2021Every day, one to three dozen Vienna concerts are staged. You can use this checklist to find a fantastic Vienna concert that is worth its money.Vienna Chamber OrchestraThe Vienna Chamber Orchestra has existed for more than 70 years. The international reputation of the Vienna Chamber Orchestra is documented by worldwide tours. The length is 65 minutes.Date: 20th JuneLocation: Minoritenkirehe, Minoritenplatz 1, 1010 ViennaTickets: 30 Euros per adult and free admission for childrenVienna Philharmonic OrchestraIn 2021, famous conductor Gustavo Dudamel will lead the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Expect an amazing show with top quality classical music and fireworks. The concert lasts one and a half hours. You have to arrive at least 20 minutes early to find a place to sit.Date: 4th and 5th OctoberLocation: Schonbrunn Palace, palace gardens, in front of Naptune fountain, Schonbrunner Schlossstrasse 47, 1130 Vienna.Tickets: 30 Euros（students, children and senior citizens will receive a 10% discount per ticket）Mozart Piano Sonatas（奏鸣曲）On Saturdays and Sundays, the St. Peter’s church opens its basement to a small group of Mozart fans. In simple but elegant surroundings, international pianists perform Mozart piano sonatas on a Steinway piano. The concerts start in the early evening and last 90 minutes.Date: throughout the yearLocation: St. Peter’s basement, Petersplatz 1, 1010 ViennaTickets: 29 Euros for adults and 16 Euros for children between 8 and 14（children below 8 can enterfor free.）Vivaldi: The Four SeasonsTo point out Vivaldi’s connection to Vienna, the Italian violinist lived in the city for some time, and eventually died there. Closer to where he was buried, the church St. Charles Borromeo regularly stages The Four Seasons, Vivaldi’s main work. The concerts start at 8:15 pm on weekends and last 60 minutes. People can arrive and enter anytime during the performance.Date: throughout the yearLocation: Church St. Charles Borromeo（Karlskirche）, Kreuzherrengase 1, 1040 ViennaTickets: 25 Euros for all ages（free cancellation 24 hours before the event）1.For a couple with their 10-year-old child, which is the cheapest?A.Mozart Piano Sonatas.B.Vienna Chamber Orchestra.C.Vivaldi: The Four Seasons.D.Vienna PhilharmonicOrchestra.2.What do the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and Mozart Piano Sonatas have in common?A.They last one and a half hours.B.They are held in closed surroundings.C.They offer a discount for students and the aged.D.They are suitable for people who prefer pop music.3.What can we know about the concert—The Four Seasons?A.It forbids people to enter after 8:15 pm.B.It describes Vivaldi’s stories related to Vienna.C.It allows you to return your ticket for free a day in advance.D.It was created by the Church St. Charles Borromeo to memorize Vivaldi.BOne rainy afternoon, I was on a crosstown bus when ayoung woman jumped on. She had a child with her who must have been about 3 or 4 years old.The bus was full, bumpy, and it soon got noisy as her kid began crying because he couldn’t sit next to his mother. There were a couple of open seats, but they weren’t together. She wasflusteredand looked embarrassed.Then another woman, a little older, stood up and moved so that the mother and child could sit together. The mom smiled as a thank-you. And then three words came out of the older woman’s mouth that elevated the entire energy of that bus ride: “I’ve been there”.Simple, undramatic and honest. In that moment, it seemed to unite people. Why? Because almost all experiences are shared human experiences. We forget that, as we forge (前进) through life, focused onour owntroubles and needs—which are actually less unique than we think. How can these three words create more connection in your life? Ask yourself: “Where am I holding back?One thing I know for sure is this: Healing others helps heal yourself. I noticed this recently with my friend, Tracy, who took a new friend who had suffered a miscarriage under her wing. Tracy had three of them before having her daughter two years ago. Our intellect needs a doctor to explain the medical side of things, yes. But our souls need human connection to help us along. No one can do that better than someone who has been exactly where you are.Can the essence of these three words help you make a small difference right now? It can be as simple as volunteering your seat, sharing some helpful advice or even lightening the mood with a joke when you notice that someone’s uncomfortable—because we’re all in this together.4. The underlined word “flustered” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _______.A. angryB. anxiousC.scaredD. upset5. What does the woman mean by saying “ I’ve been there”in the third paragraph？A. The woman was on the bus and saw what had happened to the boy.B. The woman got to her destination and was ready to get off the bus.C. The woman once had the similar experience with that mother.D. The woman took the exact seat that the boy was on just now.6. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?A. Everyone has his or her own unique problem that is difficult to solve.B. Doctors can help us get through when we have mental or physical problems.C. The author’s friend Tracy felt better after she was comforted by her new friend.D. One can indeed make a difference to those in need of help by doing simple things.7. The passage isintended to _______.A. show a harmonious world by telling some touching storiesB. praise those who are willing to help others in emergenciesC. appeal to readers to give timely help to those in needD. illustrate some ways of helping others in detailCTaking an afternoon nap could keep your brain sharp, a new study has said. Adults ages 60 and older who took afternoon naps showed signs of better mental ability compared to those who didn’t nap, according to a studypublished in General Psychiatry earlier this week.Researchers analyzed napping habits in 2, 214 older Chinese people and measured their cognitive abilities using several cognitive tests. Participants took the Mini-Mental State Examination and theBeijingversion of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, both of which test for memory, language and other cognitive abilities. In every category listed in the study, nappers tested statistically higher on average compared to their non-napping counterparts.Researchers did not gather data from people under 60, so a correlation cannot be drawn between napping and younger generations. The study also noted that there are conflicting studies about the benefits and risks of napping.Sleeping behaviors can be affected by a multitude of factors, said Dr. David Neubauer, associate professor atJohnsHopkinsUniversity. “Daily routines, medication use and sleep disorders can all play a role in how frequently someone takes a nap.” he said.Neubauer recommended taking a shorter “power nap” of up to 20 minutes to decrease the chances of transitioning into slow-wave sleep, which makes people feel groggy when they wake up. “Napping can be a healthy part of an older adult’s day”, Neubauer acknowledged, but make sure “sleepiness isn’t due to a treatable nighttime sleep disorder.” Older individuals who want to do all they can to preserve their cognitive functioning should put nighttime sleep first.8. What is the best way to keep a better cognitive ability for the old?A. Take a nap every day.B. Take sleep disorder seriously.C. Have a good sleep at night.D. Do exercise regularly.9. How did the researchers reach the conclusion?A. By taking the examinations and assessment.B. By analyzing napping habits and giving tests.C. By measuring nappers’ ability and analyzing them.D. By doing an experiment.10. Which has NO effect on one’s sleeping behaviors?A. Taking a nap.B. Medicine treatmentC. Sleep problemsD. Everyday activities.11. What can we know about “slow-wave sleep”?A. It appears in short nap up to 20 minutes.B. People should avoid it in their naps.C. It is a healthy part of an elder’s day.D. It was recommended by Neubauer.DWhen Chip heard the mail truck arriving on his sixth birthday, herushed out—not knowing that he’d come back with a treasure.Outside the house, which was decorated with birthday balloons, postwoman Shelley held a pile of boxes. One was marked with Chip’s name and a greeting for his Special day, November 5.“So,” when he came running out the door, she said, “You must be Chip!” And he said,“Yes.” She said, “Today’s your birthday?” And he started smiling. Shelley said, “So, let me see if I can find you something for your birthday.”She checked her pocket and surprised him with a gift: a dollar bill and four quarters.On this day, the 42-year-old postwoman made one little boy very happy. “He was very excited,” said his mom, Bonnie. “He came running back in the house just waving his money.” Chip is saving up to buy a Spider-man action figure.“Our family has had money problems since I lost my job. Gestures like that are valuable memories.” Her hope is that Chip and his eight-year-old sister, Bennett, will remember this when they grow up. “Not the ugly that is out there right now, but the good and the kind and the giving.”A photo of a smiling Chip and Shelley next to the mail truck has been shared widely on social media. Shelley said she was just trying to give back, because people are often nice to her eight-year-old son, Joshua.On a recent day, Chip heard the mail truck and rushed out again, this time to deliver an envelope with a thank-you card for his favorite mail carrier. Since that day, the families have kept in contact. Shelley has struggled to find someone who can take care of her son, and Bonnie has agreed to watch him at her home while his mom is on her mail route.12. Why did Chip rush out when he heard the mail truck the first time?A. To thank the postwoman.B. To get a gift box mailed to him.C. To receive birthday wishes from the driver.D. To watch the mail truck.13. What did Shelley do to make Chip happy?A. She gave him some pocket money.B. She sent him some birthday balloons.C. She presented him with a greeting card.D. She bought him a Spider-man action figure.14. What is Chip’s mother’s attitude towards Shelley?A. Grateful.B. Curious.C. Doubtful.D. Indifferent.15. What does Chip’s mother do to help Shelley?A. She offers to deliver the mails for her.B. She often helps drive her mail truck.C. She looks after her son when she is at work.D. She posts pictures of her mail truck on social media.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年宁波市效实中学高三英语下学期期中考试试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AWashingtonDCBusToursDC Highlights TourThis is their base tour. It begins at 10 am daily and lasts for 5 hours. This part-bus, part-walking tour includes guided stops in theUS. All of their tours include a driver as well as a tour guide, and yourtour guide will get off the bus and give you walking tours of each stop, while your bus and driver wait for you. Capitol Building, the White House, Washington Monument as well as the Lincoln and MLK Memorials and the Vietnam War and Korean War Veterans Memorials.$54—Adult I $44—Child (3—12)Discover DC TourIf you want pretty much to explore every famous monument and landmark in DC and take a 1 -hour cruise on thePotomac River, then consider the Discover DC Tour. This 6-hour tour will take you to all locations (景点) listed on their DC Highlights Tour as well as the World WarⅡMemorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.TIP: If you are planning on visiting NYC, you will get 30% off the Discover NYC Tour (normally $100) if you buy it at the same time as your Discover DC Tour.$74—Adult I $54—Child (3—12)VIP ExclusiveWashingtonDCCity TourThis 8-hour tour is actually the Discover DC Tour above with a VIP add-on at the beginning and the end. You * 11 meet your guide early for reserved (预留)tickets to tour inside the US Capitol Building. The 45 -minute tour and film have reserved tickets so you don't have to worry about it being sold out. After your day of sightseeing, you 'll be dropped off at the National Archives, again with reserved time tickets so you don't have to worry about waiting in line.$125 for Adults and ChildrenSkyview Changeable Bus TourOn this changeable mini bus, you get to experience a guided tour with panoramic views (全景)without the glare of a window in the photos! A guided bus tour takes you not only through all locations listed on the DC Highlights Tour, but also Old Town Alexandria andNationalHarbor.$69—Adult I $59—Child (3—12)Time: 9 am—4 pm1. What's special about the DC Highlights Tour?A. It uses mini buses.B. It has the fewest locations.C. It has the most tour guides.D. It provides reserved tickets.2. How much should a man pay if he buys the Discover DC Tour and the Discover NYC Tour at the same time?A. $128.B. $174.C. $104.D. $144.3. Which tour lasts the longest?A. DC Highlights Tour.B. Discover DC Tour.C. VIP ExclusiveWashingtonDCCity Tour.D. Skyview Changeable Bus Tour.BThereare two days that set you on your path in life: the day you’re born, and the day you realize why you were born.Growing up south of Chicago in Harvey, Illinois, most people just had their heads down trying to make it from point A to point B. I was the same way, just going with the flow. I played basketball in high school because I was good at it and because other people thought I should until I discovered my talent.I give up basketball and started doing speeches. It wasn’t a popular decision but my grandfather told me to do what made me happy. I fell in love with comedy and performing. And when I discovered the passion, I realized why I was born.I knew I had something to offer —I knew that not only am I powerful, but I can make a difference.I realized a long time ago that my dream is not to be famous or rich. My talent is to entertain. But it’s more than that. I have the chance to reach people, to brighten days, to bring laughter and positive energy into lives and inspire. And I am grateful forit.Acting putting myself out there and having doors closed on me time and time again has taught me a lot about myself. I have learned to trust what I have to offer the world over momentary doubt. I’ve learned to put my faith over my feelings. And I've grown a tough skin. More importantly, I have learned there is a long way towards our goals and that when we put our talents and passion to work, we determine our value.Like a lot of places across the country, there’s poverty, crime, violence and unemployment in Harvey. And growing up there, a lot of people have tragically low expectations for life. But I know that with the right opportunity and with help along the way, everyone can find their passion and go after it. My life is proof.4. What was the author born to do according to the text?A. Be a basketball player.B. Act and perform.C. Make speeches.D. Teach people.5. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 5 refer to?A. Chance.B. Energy.C. Days.D. Laughter.6. What is the author’s purpose of writing this text?A. To help others find their talents.B. To prove his decision was right.C. To inspire people to follow their dreams.D. To encourage people to set a goal.7. What can be the best tile for the text?A. Success Lies in Hard Work.B. How to Achieve the Dream Is Important.C. The Two Important Days in Life.D. The Day I Realized What I Was Born to Do.CDolores Huerta has worked hard most of her life to help other people. She has helped change things so that others can have a better life.Dolores grew up in California. She was a good student and liked school. After she finished high school, she went to college and studied to be a teacher. After college, she became a teacher. Dolores noticed that many of her students were not getting enough food to eat. Some of them wore very old clothes. Dolores wondered how she could help them.Dolores liked teaching but she decided to quit her job so that she could spend more time helping her students and their families. One thing she wanted to do was to get more pay for their parents, farm workers. Thus they could buy their children what they needed.Dolores knew that many farm workers moved often from one place to another to help pick different kinds of fruits and vegetables, like grapes and tomatoes. She began talking and writing about these workers. Even people who lived far from California read what Dolores wrote. Getting higher pay for the farm workers was not easy. Dolores worked hard to make sure that farm workers got fair pay for their work. She knew that nothing would change unless new laws were made to help the workers. Through all her hard work, new laws were passed that gave farm workers fair pay.Dolores Huerta has worked for more than 30 years in many different ways to make life better for working people. She has shown how much one person can change things.8. What did Dolores find about her students?A. They worked hard to make a living.B. They lived far away from schools.C. They had little time to play.D. They were hungry sometimes.9. Why did Dolores stop teaching?A. She wished to be a lawyer.B. She moved to another place.C. She wanted to help her students more.D. She got little money by teaching.10. Thanks to Dolores’ great effort, the farm workers ________.A. got better jobsB. got fair payC. had more time offD. had a settled way of life11. What is the main idea of the passage?A. One person can make big changes.B. One can change their jobs often.C. One person can work hard for others.D. One can make life better by themselves.DWhat do you think of 80s pop music? Do the names George Michael, Madonna and Michael Jackson sound familiar? Well, these are just some of the names that were well-known in the music scene of the 80s and early 90s. The 80s pop musicscene was an important step to the popularity (普及) of present-day music. A new wave in the music scene was introduced, which made such music styles as punk rock, rap music and the MTV popular. Although it was an end to the old 60s and 70s styles, it was also the beginning of something big. The popularity of music videos meant that artists now replaced their guitar-based music with visual displays. A new wave of artists came on the scene and the entire industry developed quickly.The most famous 80s pop music video is Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Introduced in 1982, few people can forget the video not only because of its never-be-foreseen images, but also because of the popularity it received. Think of how 80s pop music changed the lives of people who grew up in the 80s. Ask a young man today to tell you the names of the “New Kids on the Block” and he will start talking about the neighbor kids who just moved in. These are not the answers you might have heard in the 80s. Though today’s young men do not recognize how cool 80s pop music was, most people will always remember it for what it was and these are happy memories they willalways love.Some of the 80s pop music legends (传奇人物) include Madonna, U2, AeroSmith and of course the King of Pop Michael Jackson. Let’s not forget Prince, Tina Turner, Phil Collins and Motown’s Lionel Ritchie. Some of these musicians played music that has stood the test of time. Undoubtedly, the 80s pop music scene will live on for many more years to come.12. What is the text mainly about?A. The characters of 80s pop music.B. What made 80s pop music popular.C. 80s pop music’s steps to popularity.D. The effects of 80s pop music.13. 80s pop music mainly includes the following styles EXCEPT ________.A. guitar-based musicB. the MTVC. rap musicD. punk rock14. Michael Jackson’s Thriller impressed people so deeply mainly because ________.A. it changed the lives of peopleB. he sang it in a special styleC. it was made into a music videoD. it left people with happy memories15. The purpose of the last paragraph is to tell readers that ________.A. 80s pop music is and will remain popularB. 80s pop music has many faultsC. 80s pop music is now out of dateD. we shouldn’t forget the great musicians of the 80s第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
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浙江省宁波市效实中学2015-2016学年高一英语下学期期中试题( 说明：本卷总分为105分，其中附加分5分，考试时间为110分钟。
所有试题必须答在答题卷上。
)I. 听力（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）第一节听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、 B、 C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How far is the nearer supermarket?A. 5 km.B. 3 km.C. 2 km.2. Where does the conversation take place?A. At a restaurant.B. At a store.C. At the woman’s house.3. Which country is the woman going to this year?A. Canada.B. Italy.C. Brazil.4. What is the talk mainly about?A. When the party will be held.B. How many people will attend the party.C. Whether the man was invited to the party.5. What does the man like about the new restaurant?A. The atmosphere.B. The food.C. The service.第二节听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有几个小题，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。
每段对话读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why is the man going to California?A. To work there.B. To join his family.C. To continue his education.7. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Boss and employee.B. Agent and customer.C. Interviewer and interviewee.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. How does the woman feel about the man’s suggestion?A. Bored.B. Surprised.C. Excited.9. What is the weather like now?A. Windy.B. Rainy.C. Foggy.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Why is the man talking to the woman?A. To book a trip.B. To give an invitation.C. To get some information.11. How much is a return ticket?A. £25.B. £40.C. £65.12. What does the woman suggest the man do?A. Go to a travel agency.B. Take food to the train.C. Get a ticket at the station office.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the woman’s problem?A. She can’t find any music for Parents’ Night.B. She isn’t familiar with young people’s tastes.C. She has to choose different music for different people.14. What kind of music do the speakers decide to start with?A. Jazz.B. Rock’n’roll.C. Country music.15. What do we know about line dancing?A. Most old people don’t like it.B. People usually do it with jazz.C. It requires people to do the same steps together.16. What will the speakers do next?A. Have something to drink.B. Choose different music.C. Learn to do line dancing.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. For what is the local charity raising money?A. A summer camp.B. A holiday trip.C. A yearly event.18. Why has Ollie James been invited to the food festival?A. To sell foods.B. To organize the festival.C. To attract more people.19. What is special activity for children?A. The photography competition.B. Selling local produce.C. Face-painting.20. How long will the food festival last?A. 7 hours.B. 9 hours.C. 10 hours.II. 单项选择（共10小题；每小题0.5分，满分5分）21. Some people have made ________ great achievements even if they have lost ________ abilityto use their senses.A. the; /B. /; theC. /; aD. the; a22. With few people ________ pigs, the price of pork ________.A. rising; risesB. raising; raisesC. rising; raisesD. raising; rises23. Online shopping is ______ being accepted. People are becoming more comfortable with buyingthings on the Internet.A. officiallyB. graduallyC. regularlyD. firmly24. He would have paid _______ for the house if the salesgirl had insisted because he reallywanted it.A. as much asB. much as twiceC. twice as muchD. twice much as25. The very thing ______ most senior students long for is to study in _______ they call IvoryTower in the near future.A. what; whereB. which; whatC. that; whereD. that; what26. The UNESCO is now working on a ________ to protect the ethnic culture in Guizhou, China.A. programmeB. patternC. processD. progress27. Every child is ________, with their own needs, preferences and talents.A. similarB. powerfulC. uniqueD. contrary28. Many means had been tried, but it ________ none of them worked well.A. turned outB. turned upC. took overD. took out29. It is Jeremy rather than his friends that ________ the hidden danger.A. are aware ofB. is aware ofC. aware ofD. awares of30. －Must I go over what the teacher said in class right now, Mr. Wang?－Sure. ________A. Rome was not built in a day.B. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.C. Strike while the iron is hot.D. Don’t count your chickens before they are hatched.III. 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）Ellen Glanz lied to her teacher about why she hadn’t done her homework, but, of course, many students have lied to their teachers. The __31__ is that Ellen Glanz was a 28-year- old high school teacher who was a student for six months to __32__ her teaching b y gaining a fresh perspective (视角) of her school.She found many classes __33__, students doing as little as necessary to pass tests. She concluded that many students have little power and __34__ for their own education.Ellen Glanz found herself doing the __35__ things. There was the day when Glanz wanted to join in her friend’s party to __36__ the purchase (购买) of a new house, but she had __37__ for a math class. For the first time, she knew how students feel when they think something is more __38__ than homework.She found a way out and told the __39__, “I considered my choices: admit __40__ to the teacher, c opy someone else’s sheet, or __41__ an excuse.” She chose the l ast one, the one most widely __42__ and told the teacher that the __43__ needed to complete the homework had been ripped (撕掉) from the book. The teacher accepted her story, never __44__ her book. In fact, nobody else did the homework that day.“Finally,” Glanz said, “the teacher, thinking that the homework must have bee n difficult, __45__ each question at the blackboard while students copied the __46__ at their seats. The teacher had covered the material and the students had listened to the __47__. But had anything been __48__?I don’t think so.” Glanz found these th ings were __49__ in many classes. Students simply didn’t do the homework, but copied from someone else or __50__ the teacher into doing the homework for them.31. A. change B. mistake C. difference D. value32. A. improve B. increase C. finish D. learn33. A. valuable B. long C. boring D. special34. A. courage B. interest C. complaint D. responsibility35. A. small B. meaningful C. only D. same36. A. celebrate B. welcome C. decorate D. watch37. A. time B. homework C. schedule D. plans38. A. surprising B. hopeful C. difficult D. important39. A. lie B. secret C. opinion D. doubt40. A. openly B. angrily C. carefully D. slowly41. A. make for B. make up C. make over D. make out42. A. offered B. admired C. used D. argued43. A. photos B. documents C. letters D. pages44. A. reading B. checking C. reviewing D. remembering45. A. went over B. took down C. replied to D. searched for46. A. access B. answers C. designs D. method47. A. conclusion B. approach C. direction D. explanation48. A. learned B. judged C. considered D. tested49. A. pleasing B. amazing C. common D. funny50. A. turned B. influenced C. suggested D. terrifiedIV.阅读理解（共两节；满分30分）第一节（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的Ａ、B、C、和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。