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安徽省六安第一中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题含解析

安徽省六安第一中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题含解析

六安一中2024年春学期高二年级期末考试英语试卷时间:120分钟第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分满分:150分)做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.How would the woman like her steak today?A.Rare.B.Medium.C.Well-done.2.What is the relationship between the speakers?A.Teacher and student.B.Librarian and library user.C.Shop assistant and customer.3.Why does the woman call the man?A.To ask for a favor.B.To say thanks.C.To make a complaint. 4.Where does the conversation take place?A.At the airport.B.On a plane.C.In a taxi.5.What seems to be the man’s problem?A.He gets bored of reading.B.He is disturbed by the noise.C.He hates the hot weather today.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

四川省成都市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

四川省成都市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

四川省成都市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题一、阅读理解Make this summer truly memorable! We will offer your kids enriching and values-driven camp experiences!Summer Gymnastics (Time: July 1 ~ August 16)This is the perfect way for young athletes of all levels and backgrounds to stay active, learn new skills, and have fun. Led by experienced coaches, our gymnasts will have the opportunity to explore various gymnastics activities and exercises, including balance beam, bars, floor routines, and more. (Ages: 7 ~ 10; Full session: $ 5,810; Weekly: $ 865)Summer Performing Arts (Time: July 8 ~ August 2)The four-week Summer Performance Arts will feature classes in classical and modern dance, musical theatre (voice), and drama. Theater professionals in each discipline will share their experiences and skills to cultivate individual development and a passion for the arts. Campers will learn to produce a live show, and finish a student -led performance for the community at the JCCMW. (Ages: Ages 10⁺; Full Session: $ 3,000; Weekly: $ 820)Summer Dance Intensive (Time: July 8~August 2)The SDI focuses on building a strong ballet foundation and exploring jazz, modern, musical theater, and contemporary dance with guest teachers from NYC.Students at the Summer Performing Arts Camp will get personalized dance training from professionals, ending with a summer showcase. (Ages: Ages 10⁺; Full session: $ 3,000; Weekly: $ 800)Summer STEAM Camp (Time: July 1~July 26)Through hands-on activities and creative projects, children will discover the wonders of STEAM, from robotics to dinosaurs, and beyond! Watch their curiosity spark, creativity flourish, and knowledge expand in this special blend of learning and play. (Ages: 7 ~ 10; Full Session: $ 3,375; Weekly: $ 1,015)1.In which camp will kids give a live show?A.Summer Gymnastics.B.Summer Performing Arts.C.Summer Dance Intensive.D.Summer STEAM Camp.2.What do we know about Summer Dance Intensive?A.It lasts for two months.B.It costs a kid 1,640 for two weeks.C.It has classes that meet kids’ needs.D.It provides dance training for kids under 10. 3.In which column of a newspaper can this text probably be found?A.Science.B.Art.C.Advertisement.D.Travel.A Taste of China explores diverse cuisine. In this episode, we’re in Chengdu, Sichuan, exploring its spicy dishes with culinary (烹饪的) experts.Mei: Could you tell us how you fell in love with Sichuan cuisine?Jing: I grew up in Canada, feeling quite disconnected from the identity of being Chinese. After university, I went to China to work and began digging into Chinese food. At first, I was just amazed by its diversity and complexity. But the more I studied, the more I realized how little we know about Chinese food in the West. The passion for Chinese food led me to found a restaurant called Fly By Jing. It is inspired by the flavors of “fly restaurants” or cangying guan. These restaurants in Chengdu are so delicious that no matter how shabby or lacking in atmosphere, people will find them and flock to them.Mei: What do you love about Sichuan?Fuchsia: There is a saying that if you are young, you should not go to Sichuan. Its capital city — Chengdu is a relaxing, pleasure-loving city, so ambitious people should steer clear! Sichuan is best known for its folk cooking and street food. You can just go into quite ordinary-looking restaurants and have a delicious meal.Mei: What do you think is one of the main things Westerners don’t know about Sichuan cuisine?John: One of the ironies is that while Sichuan cuisine has become popular internationally, people are often taken in by this stereotype (刻板印象) that it is just about the great drama of loads of chilies and peppers in pools of oil. But the real heart and soul of Sichuan cooking lies in the flavoring. I would say that sophistication and flavoring variety is something that people often miss out on.4.What made Jing decide to found Fly By Jing?A.Her love for Chinese food.B.Her desire to get Chinese identity.C.Her understanding of Chinese culture.D.Her wish to promote Chinese culture.5.What does the underlined phrase “steer clear” in paragraph 3 mean?A.Stay away.B.Move forward.C.Pass down.D.Pull through. 6.What is the common misunderstanding of Sichuan cuisine?A.It may cause health problems.B.It is very popular in the world.C.Its soul lies in the amazing flavor.D.It is all about chilies and peppers in oil. 7.What is the text mainly about?A.Ways to make local food.B.The charm of Sichuan food.C.Experts’tips on Sichuan cuisine.D.Differences between eastern and western food.Air pollution is among the biggest threats against humans, which causes seven million early deaths a year. To fight this problem, four friends put their heads together and designed CityTree, which is a mobile structure that can capture as many pollutants as a forest made up of 275 trees. What makes the ‘tree’ special is that it’s not a regular tree at all; it is made up of moss cultures (苔藓培养物) that do a great job of absorption.“Moss cultures have a much larger surface than any other plant,” Zhengliang Wu, co-founder of Green City Solutions, explained to CNN. “That means we can capture more pollutants.” The entire ‘tree’ sustains itself using solar panels that generate electricity so that it can collect rainwater itself. To monitor the health of the moss, the CityTree has sensors which measure temperature and water quality.Now, about 20 CityTrees can be found in major cities like Oslo, and Paris. The team also has plans to introduce the CityTree to cities in lower-income countries, which may have worse air pollution.However, Gary Fuller, an expert on air pollution, thinks that the concept of an urban air purifier might be too ambitious. “Even if you had a perfect air cleaner, getting the surrounding air in contact with it is really hard,” he said. Pollution made by cars, for example, spreads upwards afew kilometers into the air. “Efforts would be better put into stopping the pollution from forming in the first place,” he added.In response, the CityTree inventors say that they are aware of this and choose the location of each CityTree carefully. They are also testing a system to create their own air flow that draws the pollution to the “tree”.8.What is paragraph 2 mainly about concerning the CityTree?A.Its appearance.B.Its operating process.C.How it works.D.How it gets powered.9.What is Gary Fuller’s attitude to the CityTree?A.Doubtful.B.Intolerant.C.Worried.D.Unclear. 10.What will the CityTree inventors probably do?A.Develop a new type of air cleaner.B.Make improvements to the structure.C.Redirect efforts to make greener cars.D.Expand their business in rich countries. 11.Which of the following is the best title for this text?A.Global Efforts in Planting Trees B.The Alarming Trend of Air PollutionC.A Structure that Will Change the World D.The ‘Tree’ with the Green Benefits of a ForestDid you know the basic structure of your brain is very similar to that of other mammals? This surprising fact says a lot about animal thought because having brains and hormones(激素) similar to those of humans makes other mammals(哺乳动物) act, feel, and think much like we do.In fact, animals actually possess cognition, the ability to acquire knowledge. Elephants consciously(有意识地) learn which plants to eat from older elephants by observing them and tasting the foods they eat. So, while our experience of the world might differ from theirs, consciousness is not a privilege(特权) limited to us.And brains can even teach us about how animals feel. For instance, oxytocin, a kind of hormone, is essential in forming bonds in humans as well as other mammals. So, if it’s blocked in an individual’s brain, they’re likely to feel alone. The fact that the same is true for humans and animals suggests a similarity both in our brains and our feelings.But what about the animals with tiny brains? Can they feel too? Actually, brain size is a poor indicator of animal intelligence. A better one is how much an animal’s brain has in commonwith ours. That’s because a larger brain, while it means more computing power, isn’t necessarily helpful. For example, tuna have smaller brains than dolphins but are just as good at hunting.Large brains are necessary for being social and cooperating with others. That’s because when individuals are responsible for the survival of a group, a bigger or social brain is needed. In the case of animals that do have social brains, like elephants, whales, and dolphins, it’s hard to deny that they’re thinking and feeling like humans when their brains so closely resemble ours. 12.Why are elephants mentioned in paragraph 2?A.To compare humans and animals.B.To illustrate animals’ ability to learn.C.To introduce elephants’ eating habits.D.To prove elephants are social animals. 13.What will oxytocin’s being reduced lead to?A.Increased loneliness.B.Improved hunting skills.C.Poore r social ability.D.Stronger bonds with others.14.What does the underlined phrase “A better one” in paragraph 4 refer to?A.A larger brain.B.A more brilliant mind.C.A sharper sense.D.A more reliable indicator.15.What message does this text mainly intend to convey?A.Brain size is vital to intelligence.B.Consciousness is not humans’ privilege.C.Mammals may think and feel like humans.D.Animals share similar brain structure with humans.Managing Conflict with HumorLaughter is a powerful tool. 16 Here’s how to use humor to resolve disagreements and strengthen your relationships.Make sure you’re both in on the joke. Humor can help you overcome conflict only when both parties are in on the joke. 17 If he or she isn’t likely to appreciate the joke, don’t say or do it, even if it’s “all in good fun”. When the joking is one-sided rather than mutual, it can damage the relationship.18 Humor helps you face challenges in life. But there are times when humor is not healthy. For example, sometimes it is used as a cover for avoiding painful emotions. You can befunny about the truth, but hiding the truth isn’t funny. When you do that, you create confusion and mistrust in your relationships.Develop a smart sense of humor. Some find it easier than others to use humor, especially in tense situations. If your efforts aren’t going over well, start by using self-deprecating (自嘲的) humor. We all love people who don’t take themselves too seriously. After all, nobody is perfect and we all make mistakes. So, if you’re having a bad hair day, make a joke about it. 19 Tap into (发掘) your playful side. It’s understandable to fear rejection when attempting humor. However, it’s important to point out that you don’t need to be a comedian to use humor to manage conflict. The point isn’t to impress the other person, but simply to lighten the mood.20 It can lower the other person’s defenses and put you both in a more positive state of mind. A.Some jokes are easy to understand.B.Avoid humor when facing challenges.C.Don’t use humor to cover up other emotions.D.So it’s important to be sensitive to the other person.E.Therefore, don’t be afraid to simply act silly like a kid.F.It brings people closer, managing conflict, and reducing tension.G.Even if the joke falls flat, the only person you risk offending is yourself.二、完形填空Chiara Beer, 27, who lives in Winchester, suffered a serious stroke(中风) as a baby. As a result, she 21 movement on her right side, almost completely unable to use her arm.22 , the stroke also made her unable to read or write.Growing up with this 23 , as she got older, Chiara realised there was a huge lack of resources and information for young stroke survivors, so she decided to start 24 content on social media.The determined 27 year old began posting videos about her own story of stroke survival and 25 various aspects of her day to day life, living with only one working arm, for example, how she drives using a car 26 adapted for the disabled.She 27 a huge outpouring of love and support from her viewers, includingmessages of love from other stroke survivors and people who suffer from other similar disabilities, 28 her for showing them little tricks on how to become more 29 .“The 30 has been good. I get a lot of messages from 31 , saying I’ve helped them because now their child can be independent. And I also get messages from young adults who have had strokes telling me how their lives have 32 .”Chiara 33 that she loves knowing she is able to offer 34 to other young stroke survivors. She said: “I wanted to raise awareness about young people having strokes and also I wanted to help them to find a way to live independently. It makes me 35 that I can help.”21.A.made B.lost C.directed D.sensed 22.A.After all B.More importantly C.For instance D.Worse still 23.A.appearance B.mind C.injury D.disability 24.A.analyzing B.recording C.sharing D.collecting 25.A.showing B.observing C.exploring D.tracking 26.A.simply B.strangely C.specially D.temporarily 27.A.expected B.expressed C.witnessed D.received 28.A.forgiving B.thanking C.rewarding D.congratulating 29.A.respectable B.responsible C.intelligent D.independent 30.A.response B.presentation C.phenomenon D.cooperation 31.A.doctors B.teachers C.friends D.parents 32.A.extended B.changed C.recovered D.shone 33.A.confirmed B.remembered C.admitted D.advocated 34.A.support B.service C.comments D.opportunities 35.A.curious B.ambitious C.considerate D.delighted三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

甘肃省兰州第一中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

甘肃省兰州第一中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

兰州一中2023—2024-2 学期期末考试试题高二英语说明:本试卷分第I 卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分。

满分150 分,考试时间120 分钟。

答案写在答题卡上,交卷时只交答题卡。

第—部分听力(共两节,满分30 分)第一节(共 5 小题:每小题 1.5 分,满分7.5 分)听下面 5 段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

What is the weather like nowA. Cloudy.B. Rainy.C. Sunny.Why didn’t the woman buy the coatA. It cost too much.B. It didn’t fit her.C. She didn’t take enough money.What did the man do this morningA. He did some washing.B. He cleaned the house.C. He took out the rubbish.What are the speakers mainly talking aboutA. A manager.B. A job.C. A meeting.What do we know about the man last weekendA. He was busy.B. He went on business.C. He was ill.第二节(共15 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分22.5 分)听下面 5 段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题 5 秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

山东省菏泽市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

山东省菏泽市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

山东省菏泽市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题2024. 07注意事项:1. 本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。

满分150分,考试时间120分钟。

2. 答题前,考生务必将姓名、班级等个人信息填写在答题卡指定位置。

3. 考生作答时,请将答案答在答题卡上。

选择题每小题选出答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑;非选择题请用直径0. 5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答。

超出答题区域书写的答案无效,在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。

第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1. 5分,满分7. 5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. How does the man come to the schoolA. By car.B. On foot.C. By bike.2. What does the man have in his gardenA. Trees.B. BushesC. Flowers.3. When did the man go to CanadaA. Last year.B. Two years ago.C. Five years ago.4. Where are the speakersA. On a farm.B. At home.C. In a supermarket.5. What are the speakers mainly discussingA. How to sort out rubbish.B. How to ensure city safety.C. How to protect the environment.第二节(共15小题;每小题1. 5分,满分22. 5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

天津市四校联考2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

天津市四校联考2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

天津市四校联考2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语第一部分:听力(共两节,满分20分)第一节(共5小题,每小题1分,满分5分)天津市四校联考2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试听下面五段对话,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,你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What does the woman think of her vacationA. Exciting.B. Tiring.C. Disappointing.2. What are the speakers talking aboutA. A concert.B. A restaurant.C. A photo show.3. How will the speakers go to the zooA. By bike.B. By bus.C. By taxi.4. When does the cooking lesson startA. At 2:30.B. At 3:30C. At 4:00.5. What does the man ask Kate to doA. Do her homework.B. Help her sister.C. Turn down the TV.第二节(共10小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)听下面几段材料,每段材料后有几个小题。

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。

听每段材料前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各个小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段材料读两遍。

听下面一段对话,回答第6至8三个小题。

6. What is Richard's favorite subjectA. Biology.B. Math.C. Literature.7. Where does Alexandra's mother workA. In Leeds.B. In London C、In New York.8. Why does Alexandra visit the womanA. To send Richard's bag.B. To have some pasta.C. To meet Richard. 听下面一段对话,回答第9至11三个小题。

福建省福州市闽侯县闽江口协作校2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

福建省福州市闽侯县闽江口协作校2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

福建省福州市闽侯县闽江口协作校2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题一、阅读理解When it comes to recycling the household waste, people have done it for about two decades. However, there’s still some confusion about what can and what can’t be recycled. With advances in technology, there are more things that can be recycled.COFFEE PODS (咖啡荚)On average, Australians are using more than three million coffee pods per day, and about 1.5 million households have coffee machines. While the pods are disastrous for the environment, they can still be recycled. Nespresso has a free post-back programme and drop-off points run by TerraCycle, so you can take the pods and directly drop off at Nespresso stores.LIGHT BULBSRather than throwing light bulbs into the bin, some councils run specific recycling stations, which allow you to drop off these kinds of items. If you do regularly recycle household glass, remember all glass should be washed and have lids removed.PIZZA BOXESNormally pizza boxes don’t make it into recycling because they’re covered in grease (油脂) and leftover bits of cheese. When a pizza box is too greasy, it won’t be taken to a recycling processing plant. If possible, remove as much of the leftovers as you can before recycling. If the pizza box can’t be recycled, tear off the lid which can still be recycled.HOUSEHOLD BATTERIESHousehold batteries can also be recycled. Batteries that do end up in landfills can cause a serious problem to the environment as they can release poisonous chemicals into the soil which are harmful to both humans and animals. Button-cell batteries, which are used in hearing aids and watches, can also be recycled.1.Why does TerraCycle run the free post-back programme and drop-off points?A.To recycle coffee pods easily.B.To offer good coffee for free.C.To exchange coffee machines.D.To warn people of the harm of coffee.2.What do people need to do first to recycle pizza boxes?A.Wash them many times.B.Take them to the government.C.Clear the leftovers as much as possible.D.Return boxes to the pizza shop quickly. 3.In which section of a magazine can we read the text?A.Health.B.Environment.C.Entertainment.D.Culture.I’ve been writing now for 34 years. It all started when I was just 18 years. As a boy growing up, I probably read hundreds of books. I read mysteries, science fiction, thrillers, and just about any other type of book I could find. I had a thirst for knowledge that never seemed to disappear, no matter how many books I read over the years.Then suddenly, I found that I too had ideas of my own that I wanted to write and share. I wanted to share things that were full of goodness, love, joy, and happiness. I tried to ignore my desire at first, but as any writer will tell you, once ideas awaken inside of you, they don’t leave you alone until you write them down. I didn’t have a computer, or even a typewriter, but I grabbed a pen and a notebook and wrote down everything that was burning inside of me.When I was finally done, I didn’t know how to share my work with the world. There was no Internet back then, no smartphones, and no social media. However, I sought out the editor of my local newspaper and asked if he would like to print what I’d written. He was a good man, full of both wisdom and kindness. He not only printed my first story but agreed to publish anything else I was willing to write.After that, of course, nothing could stop me. I continued to write new articles each week, which were published in different local papers and later on the Internet. Years later I even self-published two collections of my stories in book form.Through my writing, I slowly became a better person. Writing allowed me to discover the goodness and light that exist in us all. I also found that we are all writers whether we put pen to paper or not.With every choice we make, with every thought we think, and with every action we take, we are writing our own life story.4.What made the author read plenty of books?A.His thirst for knowledge.B.His father’s suggestion.C.His intention to be a writer.D.His demand to become excellent.5.Why did the author start writing?A.An editor advised him to do so.B.He wanted to express his own ideas.C.He decided to make money.D.He tried to be a celebrity.6.How did the author share his own works according to the text?A.By printing them himself.B.By his friends’ recommendation.C.By advertising them just on the street.D.By publishing his works online, in local papers and in book form.7.What can we learn from the text?A.Writing improved the author a lot.B.The author encouraged others to write.C.Writing is as important as reading.D.It’s a good choice to write books.For many students who desire to move around but not far freely, one of the most common vehicles is the bicycle. For such a seemingly simple invention, its story is not that simple.Most historians trace its origin back to 1817, when a German nobleman named Karl von Drais invented a wooden, two-wheeled machine that riders moved forward with their feet. His invention became popular in both England and France, where it eventually became known as the velocipede. Unfortunately, it was eventually banned as a danger to pedestrians and was rarely seen after the early 1820s.Things were quiet for several decades until the bicycle development took off in the 1860s. An important milestone happened in Paris in 1863 when pedals (踏板) were added to the front axle (轴) . This occurred in Pierre Michaux’s workshop, but it’s unclear whether he or his employee, Pierre Lallement, should be given credit for the innovation. Lallement moved to the United States, where he obtained a patent for “improvements in velocipedes” in 1866. These new machines proved to be popular, and the name “bicycle” had come into use by 1869. However, many people referred to them as “bone shakers”, which described their clunky ride due to a heavy wooden frame and steel wheels.In the 1870s, “high wheelers” or “penny-farthings” became popular. However, with a large front wheel and a much smaller rear wheel, they could be dangerous, if riders had to stop suddenly,as they would “take a header” when their momentum (动量) carried them over the front wheel onto their heads. Eventually, English inventor John Kemp Starley designed a “safety bicycle” with two same small wheels, a chain drive, and a set of gears. With tires added in and brake (刹车) systems bettered in the following decades, bicycle production had skyrocketed to over one million bicycles by 1899.Mass production of bicycles increased their popularity greatly, since they became affordable for the average person. Over the course of the 20th century, manufacturers continued to improve the features and design of bicycles as new technologies appeared.8.Why did the early bicycle fail to be allowed after its invention?A.It was made of bad materials.B.It was pushed by riders’ feet.C.It was thought to be a threat to traffic safety.D.It had no patent from the officialorganization.9.What change did the 1860s see in the bicycle?A.The update of its axle.B.The growth of employees in its factory.C.An advance in its production workshop.D.An improvement in its drive part. 10.What does the underlined word “clunky” in Paragraph 3 mean?A.Easy and cheap.B.Practical and safe.C.Heavy and awkward.D.Convenient and simple.11.Which of the following is the best title for the text?A.Bicycles’ Development Is Helpful to EnvironmentB.Bicycles Have a Long and Rich HistoryC.Bicycles Have Been Popular in the WorldD.The World Becomes Smaller Because of BicyclesWhen Jeff Sparkman draws his cartoon superheroes with coloured pencils, he often has to ask other people to tell him what colour his masked men turned out to be because he’s colour blind. Now, a new smart phone application (app) can help him figure out what colours he’s using and how the picture looks to most everyone else.The DanKam app, available for iPhone and Android for $2.99, is an application that turns the vague (模糊的) colours that one percent of the population with colour-blindness see into the“true” colours as everyone else sees them. In America, an estimated 32 million colour-blind Americans—95% are males—can soon have their life improved.“DanKam takes the stream of data coming in through the phone’s camera and changes the colours slightly so they fall within the range that people who are colour-blind see,” developed Dan Kaminsky told CNET. He came up with the idea after watching the 2009 film Star Trek with a colour-blind friend.It was then that he got to know more about colourblindness like its varying types and degrees. A vast majority, for instance, have trouble seeing red or green due to a genetic defect (遗传缺陷), Blue-yellow colourblindness, however, is rarer and develops later in life because of aging, illness or head injuries, etc. He started experimenting with one of the most common representations of points in the RGB colour model. What the DanKam app attempts to do is clean up the colour space of the image or video signal so that colours can be visible to those suffering from viewing problems. “You can adjust the app to fit your needs. There is a range and not everyone who is colour-blind sees things the same,” Says Kaminsky.Sparkman, a copy editor at CNET, tried out the app and was pleased with the result: “It would be useful for dressing for a job interview,” he said. But using it for his art is “the most practical application”. It worked well on LED and other lights on electronic gadgets (器械), which means Sparkman can now identify the power light on his computer display green.12.What can we know about DanKam from the first two paragraphs?A.It is used in the movie Star Trek.B.It is a new phone helping us create products.C.it can turn all unclear colours into true ones.D.It is designed to assist people with colourblindness.13.How does DanKam work?A.It puts lights on electronic gadgets.B.It examines people’s types of colourblindness.C.It adjusts the colours to make colour-blind people see them.D.It shows the same representations of points in the model.14.What can be inferred about colourblindness from the text?A.It is not always an inborn disease.B.It cannot be treated for ever.C.It is more commonly seen in the female.D.It makes patients unable to tell any colours.15.What s Sparkman’s attitude towards DanKam?A.Doubtful.B.Critical.C.Favourable.D.Unconcerned.Everyone knows that early to bed and early to rise is good for your health. 16 It takes a lot of willpower to get out of bed early on a cold winter’s day. For this, we specially recommend a “painless early rise” guideline.17 The secret to becoming a morning person is exposure to natural light. Jennifer Martin, president of the board of directors for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, agrees with it firstly. That’s because natural light holds back melatonin, a chemical that plays an important role in our bodies. “The sun is the driver of our internal clock,” she says.Ease in gradually. For some people like those who need to drive long distances, those first few days of being tired from switching to a new schedule aren’t safe. 18 “What I’ll suggest to people is to shift half an hour, wait a few days, shift another halt an hour, wait a few days, and then shift another half an hour,” she says.Hold on — even on weekends. 19 . Decide what time you’re going to wake up every day. And stick to it without exception.Plan something to look forward to. To force you out of bed, 20 . You’re not worrying if you think of that. “Now is the time to go to buy your favourite coffee or pick up some cakes to have when your alarm goes off at 5 a.m.,” she says.A.Adjust yourself to the schedule at night.B.Seek out as much natural light as possible.C.Becoming a morning person is a seven-day-a-week job.D.But the reality is that getting up late is the norm for many of us.E.In that case, Martin recommends gradually easing into the early-bird life.F.Martin suggests treating yourself to something special you can enjoy first.G.You should cut back on how much exposure to bright light you’re getting.二、完形填空It was a terrible day. Snow had been falling all day long, making the trip risky. I wouldrather have been in my 21 home than drive along on such a cold day, but I didn’t have a choice. I had to have my paper work handed in and then pick up my son.The snow 22 to fall as we drove along for the 15-mile trip back home. I slowed the car and glanced (瞥) at my son in his heavy coat as he looked 23 out of the window witha blank expression. In the eyes of the world he was looked upon as a mentally disabled child.24 , over the years what I saw was a beautiful, 25 and merciful (仁慈的) soul. He had shown me more about love than I could have ever 26 on my own.I 27 the car even more as we approached a sharp curve (曲线) . As we rounded it I saw a shivering (颤抖的) young woman in a light jacket walking in the snow storm. I 28 and let her in. She was heading for her mum’s house to visit her son whom she hadn’t seen for months. She had experienced a lot of 29 and tragedies (悲剧) . Yet, she still held out hope for a new job and tried to 30 a new life for her son and herself.I took her as far as I was able to and dropped her off. She 31 me for the lift and I told her I wished I could have done more to help. Then as we were about to leave, my sweet son took off his coat, 32 down the window and gave it to her. She put it on, 33 and waved to us as we pulled out on the road.In this world we will face many problems and 34 . Sometimes it seems that our entire lives are a trip down a curvy and dangerous road. Yet the power of 35 takes us straight back to a broad smooth highway.21.A.funny B.smooth C.special D.warm 22.A.asked B.continued C.planned D.pretended 23.A.peacefully B.excitedly C.fearfully D.sadly 24.A.Therefore B.However C.Besides D.Meanwhile 25.A.primitive B.dirty C.kind D.painful 26.A.learned B.dreamed C.ignored D.concluded 27.A.lost B.purchased C.emerged D.slowed 28.A.broke down B.pulled over C.went down D.passed away 29.A.liberation B.adventures C.recognition D.disappointments 30.A.suffer B.predict C.build D.save 31.A.coated B.sustained C.thanked D.seized32.A.rolled B.burned C.shut D.tore 33.A.dominated B.shouted C.wrote D.smiled 34.A.harmony B.challenges C.comedies D.expansion 35.A.love B.reputation C.reward D.humanity三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

山东省泰安市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

山东省泰安市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

山东省泰安市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题一、阅读理解The Chinese animation is becoming more popular in recent years. As the new decade unfolds, the Chinese animation industry looks promising and is likely to deliver more to the world. Here’s our list of Chinese animation movies that people should give a try and watch. Big Fish and BegoniaThis fantasy Chinese animated film was released in 2016. It succeeds in various elementsin its story such as the cycle of life, death, and what’s beyond; the natural order, unconditional love, the yin and yang, the actions and the results, and a beautiful tale of family, love, and friendship. Beyond these remarkable themes is a breathtaking animation with vivid visuals that made watching the whole film a magical and dramatic experience.The Legend of HeiHumanity’s greed for development and urbanization and what are the consequences of these actions are some of the main themes in this fantastic adventure film. And it even gained the praise of Japanese animators when released in Japan in 2019.This film has a vivid style of flashy animation with great fight scenes, and lovable characters to follow. Besides, it delivers an amazing and heartwarming story of family, friendship, and coexistence that will teach the viewers so many important lessons in life. Jiang Ziya: The Legend of DeificationJiang Ziya or The Legend of Deification is the second installment of the Chinese mythology series after Nezha: The Demon’s Rebirth. However, this time, the story follows Jiang Ziya, a god with great sympathy. The movie is a visual feast for the viewers, and was able to deliver a satisfying experience. Nevertheless, the story touches on several important traditions and beliefs among Chinese people.1.Which one is not suitable to describe the film The Legend of Hei?A.Adventurous.B.Meaningful.C.Heartbreaking.D.Affecting 2.What’s the text aimed at?A.Praising Chinese animation.B.Analyzing Chinese animation.C.Appreciating Chinese animation.D.Recommending Chinese animation. 3.Where is the text probably taken from?A.A guidebook to a library.B.An introduction to modern movies.C.A course on movie making.D.An essay on the art of storytelling.Back in the 1990s, Henry Rotich who is from Kenya, did not know much about China, with his best connection to the country being a teakettle made in Shanghai that was owned by his grandmother.Nevertheless, he applied to study in China when an opportunity presented itself in 1998. Luckily, he got the chance to come to China to pursue his master’s degree in chemistry at the same year. And his main challenge at that time was learning the language. However, he could communicate with people easily by simple Chinese after a month.“During my travels around China as a student, I found people very friendly and helpful. That is how I came to learn their language fast.”“Learning language and culture depends on one’s mindset as well as the opportunity to live in an environment where the language is used daily,” Rotich said. He believes that China’s scholarship program for African students to study in China has been instrumental in helping young Africans learn Chinese and immerse (沉浸) themselves in the culture.To complete his chemistry studies, Rotich spent eight years in China. Asked about the benefits of studying in the country, Rotich, who is married to a Chinese woman, quipped (打趣) that he came back to Kenya with “three degrees” in the same period it would take others to get just two degrees. “The first degree is my wife, the second one is my master’s and finally, my PhD,” he said proudly.Rotich said different countries and people should concentrate on their cultural similarities. He has noted many similarities between the Chinese and Kenyan cultures, and this has helped him appreciate the Chinese way of life. The similarities include respect for the elderly, families gathering during special festivals, and good neighborliness.As chairman of the Kenya-China Alumni Association for Kenyan students who studied in China, Rotich praised the role played by Chinese scholarships in promoting cultural exchanges between the two countries.4.Why did Henry Rotich learn Chinese so fast at the beginning?A.He married a Chinese girl.B.He got lots of help from Chinese people.C.He was more intelligent than other students.D.He devoted all his spare time tostudying5.What can we know about Henry Rotich from the passage?A.He came to China to study Chinese.B.He bought a teakettle made in Shanghai.C.He got three degrees when studying in China.D.He has a good knowledge of Chinese culture.6.What does Rotich think of China’s scholarship program?A.It contributes to the cultural communication.B.It increases the cultural similarities.C.It promotes Kenya’s economic growth.D.It helps young Kenyans get higher degrees. 7.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.Challenges Henry Rotich met in ChinaB.Cultural cooperation between China and KenyaC.Henry Rotich’s studying in China — a wise choiceD.Henry Rotich’s working experience in China — a magic storyIn the last hundred years, the Bali mynah (巴厘岛白椋鸟) has been sought after for its white feathers and blue skin.The capture for sale along with the bird’s habitat loss led to its being listed as “threatened” in 1988. In 1994 the Bali mynah was moved to “critically endangered”. By 2001, experts estimated only about six Bali mynahs were living in the wild, with thousands in captivity (圈养) across the world.Now, conservationists are hoping to increase the mynah population by working with bird breeders and sellers to release them into the wild. Actually, in the 1980s, an organization now called Bird Life International started to work with the government to launch a breeding program for the birds.Breeders can seek government permits to breed the birds. If approved, breeders are given mynahs and can keep 90 percent of the baby birds for private sale. The remaining birds are released at the National Park, where they will be closely watched by park officials.Early mynah releases faced problems. Some birds were infected with some diseases; others were killed by natural hunters. Illegal hunting also continued — the national park’s breeding center was even robbed, with nearly 40 birds stolen.Yet conservation efforts in the last ten years have seen greater success. Tom Squires, a famous conservationist said: “Bird keepers can still keep birds and follow their hobby without causing real problems for wild populations — which is better than species going extinct in the world.”Agus Ngurah, also a well-known conservationist, praised the program. “With the community being the breeders… they are helping us to take care of the birds existing in nature,” he said.Squires noted that there is clear evidence that some released birds have produced young ones. “So that leads me to believe that the population is certainly self-sustaining to an extent,” he said. Meanwhile, 420 Bali mynahs are now found living in the National Park.According to Logan William, another conservationist, “The government should give something back to the community so they can feel the benefits from conservation, and the bird can also benefit.”8.Why is the mynah hunted by humans?A.They are pests.B.They taste good.C.They look beautiful.D.They are countless.9.What can we infer from the three conservationists’ words?A.The government contributes the least.B.Bird keepers can keep the birds freely.C.The efforts of protecting the mynah have paid off.D.The community can breed birds for profits completely.10.How many reasons may cause releasing problems?A.Two.B.Three.C.Four.D.Five.11.What might be the writer’s attitude to the breeding programme?A.Approving.B.Critical.C.Doubtful.D.Opposed.Think twice before you reply to a message with just an emoji (表情符号) . An emoji thatrepresents happiness to one person may express a different emotion to another.To learn more, Ruth Filik at the University of Nottingham, UK, and her colleagues employed 270 British people and 253 people from other countries aged between 18 and 84 years old, with a roughly equal split of men and women, to take part in an online survey. The researchers chose 24 emojis that represented six emotions: happy, disgusted, fearful, sad, surprised or angry, based on the suggested ones that appear when you type out these words. There were four emojis per emotion, representing the different designs used by Apple, Windows, Android and WeChat. Each participant then assigned the emojis to the emotion that they thought was the best match.Women were more likely to match the emojis to the same emotions chosen by the researchers, compared with the men. It may be that women are better at recognizing facial expressions, possibly because they make more eye contact, according to the team. The younger participants also matched up the emojis better than their older counterparts, perhaps because they use these more often. Meanwhile, the British participants matched the emojis better than the others.“For example, it has been suggested that they seldom use the happy emoji to express happiness, instead, they use it for negative meanings such as sarcasm (讽刺) ,” according to the researchers. “When you’re then sending someone a message with an emoji, you can’t just assume that they see it the same way that you do,” says Filik.Isabelle Boutet at the University of Ottawa, Canada, says that matching 24 emojis to just six emotions is quite constrictive. Nevertheless, “there are issues with assigning specific emotional labels to emojis when we don’t know how they’re interpreted by different online communities”, she says. “For example, you would have never thought to use an eggplant as an disapproval if that meaning hadn’t been developed in specific communities.”12.What is paragraph 2 mainly about?A.The research results.B.The research process.C.The research theory.D.The research conditions.13.Who may be better at matching the emojis to the same emotions?A.An old French man.B.A young Chinese man.C.A young British lady.D.An old Japanese lady.14.What does the underlined word “constrictive” mean in the last paragraph?A.Limited.B.Complicated.C.Difficult.D.Professional. 15.What is the text?A.A biography.B.A book review.C.A science fiction.D.A science report.Laughter is a universal language for humans to connect with each other and form social bonds. Even as babies, we giggle when our parents pull funny faces, and then gradually learn to make others laugh as we grow up. 16 Scientists have observed behaviors in animals that suggest that your pets might be secret jokesters.Have you ever seen dogs let people come close to their toy, and then playfully run away with it? Biologist Charles Darwin saw this as the dog’s version of a practical joke. Mare Bekoff, biology professor, also observed dogs playfully teasing each other by approaching slowly and then quickly running away. 17 And he’s also said that animals may goof around (瞎胡闹) as a way to cope with stress.In a 2024 study, Isabelle Laumer and colleagues watched four ape species interact with each other and observed 18 distinct teasing behaviors. They saw young apes move towards an adult quietly, pat them to surprise them and then wait and watch the response, behaviour similar to that shown by human children. 18What about laughing? While playing, dogs sometimes produce a breathy snort (哼) that could sound like laughter. 19 Rats make a joyful squeak (吱吱声) similar to a giggle when they are tickled, says Jeffrey Burgdorf, professor at Northwestern University.20 Are the apes in Laumer’s study really joking around or just attention-seeking? What would be the evolutionary purpose of animals teasing? “In humans, humour can serve as an ice-breaker, removing social barriers and strengthening relationships,” says Laumer. “We don’t know if it’s the same in apes or other animals, but it’s possible.”A.But is it a uniquely human experience?B.His study showed that rats intend to tease.C.Dolphins let out a squeak when they are hungry.D.Dolphins let out sounds of joy when play-fighting.E.His work concluded that dogs just want to have fun.F.But is a rat’s giggle really a sign of a sense of humour?G.So, a sense of humour may have appeared early in our evolutionary timeline.二、完形填空Music is said to make one smarter; exercise is believed to help one’s brain function better. Can exercising to music boost brainpower 21 ?In a cognitive (认知的) ability test, some volunteers were asked to 22 Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” while exercising. It turned out that they performed better than when they exercised without 23 .“The findings suggest exercise 24 people’s cognitive performance,” said Charles Emery, one of the leading researchers. “And listening to music can enhance 25 . Next, the both will be combined to see what will happen,” Emery 26 .Later, Emery and his colleagues launched another test, where 33 patients were asked to exercise with and without music separately after 27 cardiovascular (心血管的) surgery. After the test, the patients reported they felt better physically and 28 after exercising with or without music. 29 , their improvement on cognitive ability doubled when exercising to music. “Exercising to music seems to bring 30 changes in nervous system, which may have a direct 31 on cognitive ability,” Emery said.“The 32 of the two elements may increase cognitive ability to a degree.” Emery said. But the conclusion was not convincing. 33 , the music styles adopted in the previous tests were not colorful. To further prove their findings, Emery intended to 34 more people using different music types. He said: “Given the diversity of music styles, proving what music type works best is 35 .”21.A.doubly B.partly C.instantly D.absolutely 22.A.sing out B.listen to C.note down D.act out 23.A.movies B.music C.poems D.art 24.A.evaluates B.weakens C.improves D.confirms 25.A.standards B.function C.abilities D.brainpower 26.A.quoted B.discussed C.debated D.added27.A.finishing B.conducting C.accepting D.giving 28.A.heartily B.bodily C.mentally D.morally 29.A.However B.Thus C.Otherwise D.Instead 30.A.positive B.predictive C.various D.negative 31.A.impression B.result C.feedback D.effect 32.A.relation B.combination C.separation D.assumption 33.A.After all B.All in all C.In closing D.In contrast 34.A.test B.teach C.train D.inspire 35.A.influential B.meaningful C.impressive D.incredible三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

上海市金山区2017-2018学年七年级下学期期末英语试题(含答案解析)

上海市金山区2017-2018学年七年级下学期期末英语试题(含答案解析)
29.Everyone needs to study hard for a better future. (保持原句意思)
________ is ________ for everyone to study hard for a better future.
五、阅读单选
Have you seen koalas (考拉) in a zoo? They are very cute. The koala is a small bear-like, tree-dwelling animal, which averages about 9 kilograms in weight. Its fur is thick and usually ash gray. They come from Australia. They do not come from any other place. Today koalas are mainly found in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. People in Australia want to protect them.
A.interestingB.awfulC.niceD.exciting
11.Ants make me ______ hard work. Hard work can help us have a better life.
A.to think ofB.think ofC.thinking ofD.thinks of
Breathing this air is very unhealthy. It makes people18.. It can cause people to have a cough or allergies (敏感). It can also make people not live as long.

广东省惠州市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

广东省惠州市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

广东省惠州市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题一、阅读理解Summer is finally in the air, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still stay in and have a great movie night. Whether you’re looking for something deep and thought-provoking or light for the whole family, there are many incredible films on Netflix.The Matrix (1999)IMDb (Internet Movie Database): 8.7/10 | Runtime: 136 minutesThe Matrix is a science fiction film that stars Keanu Reeves as a hacker who discovers the world he lives in is an illusion crafted by malevolent Artificial Intelligence. The movie presents the very best in technical filmmaking, winning four Oscars. With thrilling action and a complex story, it’s a must-see.American Symphony (2023)IMDb: 7.9/10 | Runtime: 104 minutesEven if you just watch the trailer for American Symphony, you will be in tears. The documentary (纪录片) tells the story of Grammy winner Jon Batiste and his wife, Suleika Jaouad. It’s a beautiful tale of love and resilience, with Variety Magazine calling it “one of the best love stories seen on film.”Nyad (2023)IMDb: 7.1/10 | Runtime: 121 minutesAs expected from most sports dramas and biopics, Nyad shares a story of perseverance, the triumphs of determination, and a message of hope. It engages the audience with its solid foundation while entertaining through grounded drama based on reality instead of relying on cheap cliches (陈词滥调).Society of the Snow (2023)IMDb: 7.7/10 | Runtime: 144 minutesIn 1972, a Uruguayan flight crashed on the way to Chile, and the survivors of the wreck had to work together to survive in the of the Snow. With a budget of 60 million euros, the film is the most expensive Spanish film ever made.1.For those who value online scoring, which film would be their top choice?A.The Matrix.B.American Symphony.C.Nyad.D.Society of the Snow.2.What do the last three films have in common?A.They are high-budget films.B.They are based on true stories.C.They have the duration within two hours.D.They have been successful at the box office.3.Who is the text intended for?A.Film critics.B.Film makers.C.Movie-goers.D.Cinema staff.I used to want to be a zookeeper, but after becoming a wildlife rescue worker, I found that this work is even more valuable than I thought. Not only can I help injured wild animals, but I can also facilitate their return to the wild. We make every effort to accomplish this goal: hiding food under rocks and fallen leaves to simulate (模拟) a natural environment, or doing our best to maintain some distance from the animals and prevent them from bonding with humans.I am often asked whether I feel at all sad when it’s time to release the animals — to tell you the truth, I’m always pretty willing to let them go. All of my efforts have been toward allowing them to return to the wild, and the wild is where they belong, so there’s no reason for reluctance on my part. But it is true that sometimes there is no way for an animal to go back to the wild, or to keep it from bonding with humans.Last year, I rescued a light-vented bulbul (白头鹎). The bird, initially lacking feathers, recovered under our care. It was scheduled for release during its adolescent period, during which it’s relatively easy to socialize. But an injury to its flight feathers delayed its return to the wild. The bird imprinted on humans during the following two months, which was a critical cognitive (认知的) development period, leading it to return to us after being released.When we engage in wildlife rescue, we have to teach animals how to maintain a high degree of caution around humans. If they become too trusting of humans, it is very likely that way, our success depends not on the animals, or on our work here, but more so on the attitude humans would not be a bad thing, and our release attempt could then be successful.4.What do we know about the author’s job?A.It was his initial career choice.B.It forbids close interaction with animals.C.It mainly aims to cure the injured animals.D.It involves both rescue and release efforts.5.Which of the following best describes the author’s feeling to release the rescued animals?A.Ambitious.B.Cheerful.C.Sorrowful.D.Anxious. 6.Which is closest in meaning to “imprinted on” in paragraph 3?A.Was attached to.B.Was aware of.C.Was sensitive to.D.Was cautious of.7.What is the key to the success of wildlife rescue work?A.Animals’ faith in humans.B.Human’s knowledge in the work.C.Human’s attitude towards animals.D.Animals’ ability to survive in the wild.Rena, 18 months, is a baby worker at a Japanese nursing home, hired to brighten the days of residents whose own grandchildren may rarely visit. The infants’ (婴儿) presences meant to ease the loneliness that can come with growing older, especially in the rapidly ageing nation where a third of the population is over 65.The nursing home’s director, Kimie Gondo, came up with the idea of baby workers three years ago when her own newborn granddaughter was visiting and she saw how happy it made the residents. The nursing home now has about 70 baby workers strolling around the nursing home with their parents, mostly mothers.Rena and her colleagues are paid in diapers (纸尿裤) and ice cream. But those are not the only rewards. “Here she gets to interact with kids her age and also with grandfathers and grandmothers who are a bit more difficult to come across,” said Shinohara, Rena’s mother,who called the nursing home residents “great life teachers”.Rena and her small colleagues work flexible hours but they don't have long in the business-having to retire before the age of three. A key requirement for the toddlers is that they should speak as little as possible. That’s because older people can struggle to speak and communicate, especially if they have cognitive impairment (认知障碍),” In order to communicate on the same level,words are unnecessary,” she added.For nursing home residents, Gondo said, the visits from toddlers provide the common experience of family members from multiple generations living under the same roof. “Even if they enter a facility like this, they should be able to interact with people from various age groups on a daily basis,” she said. “I think that’s only natural.”8.Why does Kimie Gondo carry out her idea in the nursing home?A.To provide jobs for mothers.B.To prevent the elderly from ageing.C.To amuse grandchildren during visits.D.To promote the well-being of residents.9.What’s the extra benefit for the baby workers according to Shinohara?A.Tasty snacks.B.Parent-kid relationship.C.Daily essentials.D.Interpersonal experience.10.Why is there a restriction on retiring age of baby workers?A.Words might lessen the effect.B.Flexible hours could be guaranteed.C.Cognitive Impairment could be avoided.D.Over-aged workers have low language levels.11.Which can be the best title of this passage?A.Babies helping remove cognitive barriers B.Babies replacing caregivers in nursing homesC.Baby workers tackling loneliness of the elderly D.Baby workers running a Japanese nursing homeChildren exposed to videos by caregivers for their calming or “babysitting” benefits tended to use phrases and sentences with fewer words. A new study from Southern Methodist University psychologist Sarah Kucker and colleagues reveals that passive video use among children can negatively affect language development, but their caregiver’s motivations for exposing them to digital media could also lessen the impact.Published in the journal Acta Paediatrica, the study involved 302 caregivers of children between 17 and 30 months. Caregivers answered questions about their child’s words, sentences, and how much time they spend on different media activities each day. Those activities included video/TV, video games, video chat, and e-books, with caregivers explaining why they use each activity with their child. Print book reading was also compared.Researchers looked at the amount of media use and the reasons provided by caregivers for their children’s media use. These factors were then compared to the children’s vocabulary and length using two or more words together.The research reveals a negative association between high levels of digital media watching and children’s vocabulary development. However, the negative impact on language skills was lessened when videos were used for educational purposes or to foster social connections-such as through video chats with family members.Kucker acknowledges that parents often use digital media to occupy children while they complete tasks. She suggests that caregivers need to consider what kind of videos and how much their children are watching, and whether they can interact with them during this period.Future research by Kucker and her colleagues will continue to explore the types of videos young children watch, how they use screens with others, and how that impacts language development.12.What is the potential impact of being exposed to videos by caregivers on children?A.It enhances their vocabulary development.B.It has no significant effect on their language skills.C.It leads to the use of shorter phrases and sentences.D.It encourages them to read print books more often.13.What do paragraph 2 and 3 tell us about the study?A.Its research process.B.Its theoretical basis.C.Its underlying logic.D.Its scientific evidence.14.Under what circumstance can the negative impact be lessened?A.When children focus on tasks.B.When children get involved in the content.C.When videos serve as entertainment.D.When videos aid learning and bond building. 15.What is the purpose of the last paragraph?A.To point out the significance of the study.B.To bring out the focus of follow-up studies.C.To present the practical application of the findings.D.To discuss other affecting factors of babies’ growth.When it comes to wardrobe (衣柜) organization, many of us operate on an out of sight, out of mind basis. If you can’t see the mess, it doesn’t exist, right? 16 With a bit of planning, you can get that wardrobe looking orderly in no time.Make a plan. It’s best to start any big project by setting some goals and intentions. What outcome are you hoping to achieve by rearranging your wardrobe? Do you just want more space? Or maybe you fancy making a bit of extra money by selling the things you don’t wear? 17 That will help you fine-tune your approach.Do a simplification. The biggest causes behind a messy wardrobe are those clothes you bought five years ago and wore once, if that. Sorting through your wardrobe and deciding what to get rid of is essential for restoring order. 18 Take a cold hard look at your clothes and ask yourself what you really need.Store seasonal items. A great way to create space is to remove seasonal items from your wardrobe and pack them away in a damp-proof storage bag. 19 There’s no need for your big bulky puffer jacket to take up wardrobe space in the middle of summer!20 Once you’ve done your clear-out, clean the entire inside of the wardrobe and chest of drawers before replacing items. If you keep shoes in your closet, you might find a build-up of dirt and debris at the back and in the corners so make sure to wipe this clean. Before you add items back inside, remember to hang a scented bag to keep the wardrobe smelling fresh. A.Well, it’s time to face it!B.Sort through your clothes.C.Finish with these final touches.D.And don’t be afraid to be cruel!E.These can be somewhere out of the way.F.Either way, figure out your goals before you get started.G.Work out a specific method for decorations like belts and scarves.二、完形填空Clark, a bald eagle (秃鹰), is a frequent commercial flier. He takes at least six trips a year. When the plane touches down, the 21 will often announce to the cabin: “The eagle has 22 .”Like many passengers who touch down in the nation’s capital, Clark has a pretty high profile. His eagle father, Captain, was given as a 23 to the United States in 1982 by WestGerman. At the time, the bald eagle was endangered, and environmentalists were 24 about the present. At its low point, the bald eagle population had fallen to 417 known nesting pairs.The United States made great efforts to 25 the bald eagle population and the result was 26 . The species was saved and the bald eagle was 27 from the list of threatened species in 2007.Captain was part of a critical conservation breeding program, 28 six healthy eaglets (雏鹰). While Clark’s siblings were 29 into the wild, Clark has spent his whole life under human care. Clark’s claw (爪) did not form 30 and just didn’t give him the 31 that he would need. After all, the wild is not the most 32 place.Clark travels across the country to 33 flight demonstrations and other educational programs at events. People react similarly when they see him at events. They’re 34 . Clark’s physical presence leaves a lasting impression and 35 people to care more about conservation efforts.21.A.driver B.passenger C.pilot D.conductor 22.A.boarded B.landed C.left D.launched 23.A.gift B.decoration C.product D.reward 24.A.passionate B.concerned C.excited D.curious 25.A.keep B.monitor C.study D.recover 26.A.satisfactory B.scary C.discouraging D.convincing 27.A.excused B.protected C.removed D.separated 28.A.teaching B.fathering C.catching D.adopting 29.A.thrown B.changed C.divided D.freed 30.A.carefully B.beautifully C.formally D.properly 31.A.necessity B.company C.protection D.opportunity 32.A.secret B.forgiving C.striking D.impressive 33.A.learn B.seek C.observe D.perform 34.A.blown away B.put away C.taken away D.hidden away 35.A.encourages B.trains C.forces D.warns三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

广东省汕头市潮南区陈店明德学校2017-2018学年七年级下学期期末考试英语试题(解析版)

广东省汕头市潮南区陈店明德学校2017-2018学年七年级下学期期末考试英语试题(解析版)
15.When does Sarah want to go there?
A.Next weekB.Next monthC.Next year
【答案】13. A 14. C 15. B
【解析】
C. 听短文(本题有5小题,每题1分,共5分)
根据所听内容,在每题所给的三个选项中,选出一个能完成句子的最佳答案。每小题听两遍。
A.atB.onC.inD.from
【答案】C
【解析】
句意:艺术节是在今年十一月。在哪个月用介词in,结合句意和语境可知选C。
点睛:时间介词in、on和at用法:1. on用在具体的某一天或某一天的早上、下午或晚上;如:on Sunday morning ,on July 25th;2. in用在较长的时间段(上午,星期,年,月…)前,表示某段时间里或者表示某段时间之后(表示过了这段时间,一般用于一般将来时);如:in the morning(在上午),in 1998(在1998年),in August(在八月),in a week(在一周里,或一个星期以后);He can finish the work in a week. (他能在一周内完成这项工作。) He will come in a week.(他一周后来。)3.at用在时间点前或很短的时间段前,例如,at 9:30(在9点半);at the moment(此时)。
A. helpsB. helping
C. is helpD. is helping
【答案】D
【解析】
试题分析:句意:--你的姐姐在哪里?—她在帮我的妈妈做饭。因为上句问的是她现在在那里,所以答语用现在进行时来回答。故选D。
考点:考查动词时态。
30.The Art Festival is ___ November this year.

浙江省宁波市九校2023-2024学年高二下学期期末联考英语试题(含答案)

浙江省宁波市九校2023-2024学年高二下学期期末联考英语试题(含答案)

宁波九校高二期末考英语试题第一部分:听力(共两节,满分30分)做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题纸上。

第一节:(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,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 can people do in Moon Bay Mall?A.Play the guitar.B. Ride skateboards.C. Shop with their pets.2.Who is the woman?A.A patient.B.A nurse.C.A doctor.3.How does the man help the woman?A.By fixing her bike at a low price.B.By calling the repair shop for her.C.By recommending a repair shop to her.4.Where will the woman go?A. The French market.B. The Canadian market.C. The Australian market.5.What does the man mean?A.He is energetic in working.B.He doesn’t like his job.C.He is tired of traveling.第二节:(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

辽宁省朝阳市建平县2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

辽宁省朝阳市建平县2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

辽宁省朝阳市建平县2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题一、阅读理解If you’re feeling unsure about where to find the perfect gifts for your friends or family, fear not! We have gathered a list of four special gift shops, each offering a unique selection of presents.Games GadgetsTel: 402-875-5543Games Gadgets is the perfect one-stop shop for electrical goods. Here at Games Gadgets we provide a wide range of electronic goods at some of the very best prices around. From Cameras and GPS Sat Navs to Gaming Accessories and Computers, iPads and iPods, we have everything you could ever need.RebaTel: 406-637-2219Reba supplies fashion clothes, jewellery and gifts to people throughout the local area. Reba is an independent store, supplying well-known brands as well as up-and-coming designers. Reba is a store for those who love clothes, jewellery and gifts and it always aims to offer something different.Blue Department StoreTel: 419-156-9910A favourite shopping destination for many foreigners. Blue is devoted to top brands including expensive famous wines which are all 30 percent off, maybe 40 to 50 percent off. We have more than 70 kinds of world-famous wine in our store.Location: No.6001 Oak Street, O’Hare International Airport.The Sweet ShopTel: 421-896-3129The Sweet Shop is a brand-new gift store created just for chocolate lovers. The shop sells a wonderful collection of chocolate-themed goodies from dark to white chocolate. It is extremely popular with all kinds of parties, chocolate lovers and people who are looking for a fun activity.1.Where will photographers most probably go?A.Games Gadgets.B.Reba.C.Blue Department Store.D.The Sweet Shop.2.What types of products does Reba supply?A.New sportswear and art supplies.B.Fashion clothes and electronics.C.White chocolate and famous wines.D.Fashion clothes, jewelry and gifts. 3.What do we know about The Sweet Shop?A.It only sells dark and white chocolate.B.It caters to all types of sweet desires.C.It sells a variety of chocolate-themed gifts.D.It offers instructions to chocolate lovers.I’ll always remember the first time I tried ballet. My mother was a dancer and I wanted nothing more than to be like her, but after making mistakes during my first class, I felt like I wanted to quit right away. However, I told my mum I couldn’t wait to dance again because it was only my first day.Weeks passed and my dancing didn’t get any better. Then my dance teacher announced that we were going to perform in a show. I was scared of falling on my face in front of hundreds of people and disappointing my mum.Even though I practised hard for the show, I never quite got the hang of it. Finally, I went to my mum to tell her how I felt. She simply laughed and told me she would teach me all she knew about ballet.My mum quickly discovered how bad at ballet I was, but she still taught me with the greatest patience, love and understanding. When I jumped and fell, she was there to catch me. When I lost my balance, she held me up. By the time the show arrived, I was as prepared as I could be.The music began and my heart started to race. Breathing calmly, I began moving to the music without missing a step. When the music stopped, I ran off the stage and laughed in excitement.My mum found me and gave me a huge hug, telling me how proud she was. I looked mymum in the eye and told her that there was no way this could have happened without her. Through this, I realized one important fact: My mum will always be there to catch me if I fall.4.What happened to the author on her first day of ballet?A.She made no mistakes while dancing.B.She fell down and hurt herself.C.She lied to her mum about liking ballet.D.She realized she was talented in ballet. 5.What does the underlined phrase “got the hang of it” mean?A.Lost interest in it.B.Learned to do it well.C.Jumped high in the air.D.Had trouble with it.6.How did the mother respond when the author expressed her difficulties in ballet?A.She encouraged her to quit and pursue something else.B.She simply laughed and ignored her concerns completely.C.She blamed her strictly for not practising enough.D.She offered to teach her everything she knew about ballet.7.What did the author learn from her ballet experience?A.Never try something you are not good at.B.Don’t be afraid of disappointing others.C.Every mum will be proud of their children’s achievements.D.A mother’s love is pure and unconditional.Children are starting on digital devices at ever younger ages, and opinions on the effects of children's digital-media habits are deeply polarised.(两极分化的).Jean Twenge, a psychology professor, thinks excessive use of the internet and social media makes children lonely and depressed and poses serious risks to their physical and particularly their mental health, sometimes to the point of driving them to suicide.However, Daniel Kardefelt-Winther of the Innocenti research office of Unicef examined various evidence and found less cause for alarm than is often suggested.Most of the studies he examined seem to show that the technology helps children stay in touch with their friends and make new ones.The relationship between the use of digital technology and children's mental health, broadly speaking, appears to be u-shaped.Researchers have found that moderate use is beneficial, whereaseither no use at all or extreme use could be harmful.What worries some experts more is that screens are becoming part of the middle-class armoury( 武器) for perpetuating( 巩固) social advantage.Children from well-off homes are enrolled in private classes to learn skills like "How to be a YouTuber", which poorer parents cannot afford.8.What is the second paragraph mainly about?A.The disadvantages of overusing digital media.B.The bad effects of using digital media.C.Several bad impacts of using digital media.D.The advantages of overusing digital media.9.What is Daniel Kardefelt-Winther’s attitude to the use of digital media?A.Objective B.FavorableC.Indifferent D.Uncertain10.What can you infer from the last paragraph?A.Not all Children from rich homes can attend private classesB.Not all Children from poor homes can learn skills like“how to be a YouTuber”.C.Digital media is the only way of strengthening the middle-class.D.Digital media can widen class gap.11.What is the best title for the text?A.Should children interact with digital media ?B.Should parents allow their children interact with digital media?C.What children do to interact with digital devices.D.How children interact with digital devices.Could animals from the past one day walk among us? One company is now looking to introduce extinct(已灭绝的) animals into the real world.US company Colossal Biosciences announced on Jan 31 that it would be trying to bring back to life the dodo—a large bird that was native to the island of Mauritius in the Indian ocean. They lived there until the 17th century.“[The place] to reintroduce the dodo into the wild would be Mauritius,” Ben Lamm, theco-founder of the company told The Guardian. A reintroduction of dodos to the ecosystem of the island, instead of just being a novelty(新奇), is thought to potentially bring benefits to the endemic (地方性的) plants and other animals that already live there.Having discovered the genetic code(基因序列) of extinct animals from their remains, the company seeks to change the DNA of currently living creatures to make them close to the animal of the past. The Nicobar pigeon(尼柯巴鸠) will be used as the genetic base for the dodo, according to MIT Technology Review.The company also has plans for other extinct animals. When the company first formed in 2021, it announced its plans to bring back mammoths(猛犸象). They believe that mammoths introduced to the Arctic regions could help tackle climate change as they turn the wet tundra(苔原) into sunlight-reflecting dry grasslands by cating the grass, according to The New Yorker.However, some people are skeptical. According to BBC Science Focus, with a third of all bird species currently in decline, strategies to protect existing species are needed more than ever instead of focusing on animals of the past.Despite the lack of consensus (共识), it has yet to be seen if this miracle of science can actually be pulled off. A real-life Jurassic Park isn’t likely to open anytime soon.12.What do we know about dodos, according to the text?A.They were native to the island of Mauritius.B.They died out around the 19th century.C.They will be reintroduced into India.D.They could help slow down climate change. 13.What will be used as the genetic base for dodos?A.The remains of the dodo.B.The Nicobar pigeon.C.The mammoth.D.The current DNA data bank.14.Why do some people have doubts about Colossal Biosciences’ plans?A.They think extinct animals are not important.B.They think the plans will not work in practice.C.They believe the plans go against nature.D.They believe protecting existing species is more necessary.15.What’s the author’s attitude toward the reintroduction of extinct animals?A.It’s worth trying.B.It sounds risky.C.It will bring many benefits.D.It still has a long way to go.Life! It’s a lot of fun but it can also be challenging. 16 Life can let us down and can sometimes fail to deliver what we were hoping for. That’s just the way it is . But sometimes the problems that trouble us are the ones that we create in our own minds so maybe it’s time to stop blaming others, bad luck, or whatever, and look to ourselves. Here are a few simple tips to change the way we live for the better.“My life’s a mess. I just wish I could disappear”; “Why do these things always happen to me?” Thoughts like these help no one. Overdramatising (过分夸大) a situation only makes it worse. Try and put things into perspective a little, take a step back, sleep on it, or ask a friend for help. 17So your teacher didn’t give you the part in the school play that you really wanted. Well, that’s a shame. 18 Maybe there were other students who were more suited to the role. Similarly, when your football team loses, they don’t lose just to upset you. Things go wrong for a million and one different reasons. It’s not all about you.No one gets it right all of the time, and that includes you! So don’t expect life to always work out the way you think it should. 19 If you’re not living up to your own expectations, be kind to yourself.20 And next time life doesn’t go exactly the way you want it to, try and use one or two. It’s time to take control of your life.A.So keep these tips in mind.B.Things don’t always go our way.C.Things are never as bad as they seem.D.Open your mind to other possibilities.E.If others let you down, be kind to them.F.There’s nothing you can do to change the past.G.But it doesn’t mean your teacher doesn’t like you.二、完形填空I was travelling on an overnight bus from Kolhapur to Aurangabad. The ordinary bus wasmore than 21 ; all 55 seats were taken and there were some 20 people standing. The hot day added to the discomfort of the rough, 10-hour journey. I didn't get a seat, so I had to stand quite 22 .After around two very long hours, I was tired and bored. I kept trying to 23 myself,changing my body weight from one leg to the other. I suddenly sensed a soft hand 24 my elbow(肘), asking for attention. Turning around, I 25 a middle-aged man with a smile looking up at me. He stood up and said I could take his 26 for a while. I pleasantly accepted it with a sigh of 27 , and the man seemed happy too. After about 20 minutes, I28 him to take back his space. A man who was sitting by the window had observed our29 .Just then, something magical happened. Our observer stood up and 30 his seat to another standing man. Unexpectedly, we had caused a series of reactions: This game of seat-sharing 31 through the bus like wildfi re and, before long, almost all the standees got achance to be seated. People even started 32 each other while exchanging positions, and soon began sharing jokes and singing. I could say, the rest of the journey was quite 33 .The bus reached its destination the next morning. The groups quickly said goodbye and went their 34 . But this extraordinary 35 has stayed with me even after all these years. It showed me an important fact that we can all share what we have and help our co-passengers on this journey called life.21.A.odd B.crowded C.dirty D.noisy 22.A.unusually B.uncertainly C.unsuccessfully D.uncomfortably 23.A.remind B.blame C.introduce D.balance 24.A.beating B.kicking C.holding D.touching 25.A.recognized B.appreciated C.saw D.felt 26.A.advice B.hand C.seat D.chance 27.A.regret B.relief C.pain D.concern 28.A.signaled B.followed C.taught D.begged 29.A.connection B.difference C.behaviour D.business30.A.offered B.returned C.kept D.ordered 31.A.spread B.competed C.pulled D.developed 32.A.talking about B.quarreling with C.complaining about D.chatting with 33.A.suitable B.enjoyable C.admirable D.important 34.A.fields B.ways C.routines D.aims 35.A.present B.dream C.arrangement D.experience三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

黑龙江省大庆市让胡路区大庆市大庆中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

黑龙江省大庆市让胡路区大庆市大庆中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题

黑龙江省大庆市让胡路区大庆市大庆中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末英语试题一、听力选择题1.What are the speakers talking about?A.Breakfast.B.Lunch.C.Dinner.2.What may prevent the woman from buying the table?A.Its quality.B.Its price.C.Its design.3.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A.Husband and wife.B.Co-workers.C.Doctor and patient. 4.What does the man need to do next?A.Turn into another road.B.Slow down his car.C.Avoid the road sign. 5.When did the woman arrive in the town?A.On July 9th.B.On July 10th.C.On July 11th.听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

6.Where does the conversation probably take place?A.At a record store.B.At a bookstore.C.At a gift store.7.What will the man do next?A.Play some music.B.Write something down.C.Prepare for a birthday party.听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

8.Who is the man?A.The woman’s husband.B.A regular customer.C.The woman’s neighbor. 9.Which dessert has a strong flavor?A.The lemon pie.B.The strawberry cake.C.The green tea cupcake. 10.How much should the man pay in total?A.$3.B.$4.C.$7.听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

山东省济宁市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试 英语含答案

山东省济宁市2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试 英语含答案

2023—2024学年度第二学期质量检测高一英语试题(答案在最后)2024.07注意事项:1.答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。

2.回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。

回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。

写在本试卷上无效。

3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.What will the woman do this Saturday?A.Have a barbecue.B.Go out with Tom.C.Look after the patients.2.What is the man going to prepare for the party?A.Food.B.Flowers.C.Drinks.3.How much will the woman pay for car parking?A.$3.B.$5.C.$15.4.What are the speakers talking about?A.William's parents.B.William's daily life.C.William's family rules.5.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A.Interviewer and interviewee.B.Boss and employee.C.Friends.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

吉林省通化市梅河口市第五中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

吉林省通化市梅河口市第五中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语试题(含答案)

梅河口市第五中学2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试英语第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题纸上。

第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What does the man suggest Karen do7A. Find an easy job.B. Try a new project.C. Take good care of herself.2. Where are the speakers mast probablyA. In a classroom.B. In a bookstore.C. In a library.3. What is the relationship between the speakersA. Classmates.B. Husband and wife.C. Teacher and student.4. When will the lecture endA. At 4:30 pm.B. At 5:00 pm.C. At 5:30 pm.5. What do the speakers plan to doA. Drive back home.B. Stay at the airport.C. Go to the airport hotel. 第二节(共15小题; 每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

高二英语下学期期末考试试题含解析 试题 17

高二英语下学期期末考试试题含解析 试题 17

2021—2021学年度第二学期期末教学质量抽测高二英语试题本套试卷分四局部,一共12页。

满分是150分。

考试用时120分钟。

考前须知:1.答卷前,所有考生必须将本人的姓名、考生号等填写上在答题卡和试卷规定的正确位置上。

2.答复选择题时,选出每一小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目之答案标号涂黑。

如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。

答复非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。

写在套本套试卷上无效。

第一局部听力〔一共两节,满分是30分〕做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容完毕以后,你将有两分钟的时间是将试卷上之答案转涂到答题卡上。

第一节〔一共5小题;每一小题分,满分是分〕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三个选项里面选出最正确选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间是来答复有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. Where are the speakers probably?A. In a cinema.B. Ina library.C. Ina gallery.2. What worries the woman about the house?A. Its price.B. Its location.C. Its shape.3. Why do the speakers need to do extra housework?A. They didn't tell the truth.B. They broke the window.C. They played basketball too much.4. What does the man want the woman to do?A. Switch off the light.B. Cancel the long flight.C. Help him with work.5. When will the wedding anniversary party probably be held?A. On the 25th.B. On the 26th.C. On the 27th.第二节〔一共15小题:每一小题分,满分是分〕听下面5段对话或者独白。

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兰州一中2017-2018-2学期高二年级期末英语试卷说明:本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分。

满分120分,考试时间100分钟。

答案写在答题卡上,交卷时只交答题卡。

第一部分: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、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。

AWe’re a nation— a globe, in fact — obsessed with our hair. Analysts estimate the global hair product industry to be worth €22.6 billion, growing at a rate of up to seven percent a year.There seems to be no limit on what we’ll spend to avoid a bad hair day. But for devotees of an underground beauty movement, the secret lies in throwing away the shampoo, in fact all the hair products, for good.The “no—poo”method, which involves using natural substitutes or just water in place of shampoo and conditioner, is supported by several circles.Beauty insiders, including writers for women’s magazines and professional hairdressers, speak highly of how hair becomes thicker, fuller, softer and brighter.And environmentalists who are mindful of money feel great joy at the lack of chemicals in and on their bodies—not to mention the impact on their budgets.Now one devotee is hoping to take it mainstream. Lucy Aitken Read, whose book Happy Hair: The definitive guide to giving up shampoo was released last week, hasn’t used shampoo for two years and her glowing brown hair is visibly in perfect condition.For her, the motivation came after reading a study that claimed women put 515 chemicals on their bodies daily. “I initially thought ‘Ha! They didn’t research me!’,” Aitken Read says. “Then I looked at the back of my shampoo bottle and realized there were loads of chemical components I didn’t recognize in the slightest.”Strangely it’s oily hair that could benefit the most from giving up shampoo. The theory behind the “no—poo” method is that shampoo removes the hair from its natural oils, which causes the scalp (头皮) to generate more oils to replace them. This results in oil overload —oilyhair—which we then attempt to “fix” with more shampoo. It’s a vicious (恶性的) circle and quite a brilliant success for the shampoo industry, because the more shampoo you use, the more you need to use and the more frequently you need to use it.Left to its own devices or washed with natural substitutes, the scalp eventually theoretically returns to its natural balance. The result should be healthier hair that is stronger, thicker and fuller as it is less damaged than shampooed hair.1.What can we know from the first paragraph?A.More and more people produce hair products.B.More and more people waste money on their hair.C.More and more hair products are wasted every year.D.More and more hair products are produced every year.2.According to Para 5, environmentalists are in favor of “no—poo” method because _______.A.it has the same chemicals as shampoo doesB.it helps reduce their budgets on daily expenses in a wayC.natural substitutes are friendly to the environmentD.they know shampoo has an impact on their health3.What can we learn from Lucy’s words?A.She didn’t realize shampoo contains so many harmful chemicals.B.She didn’t realize shampoo contains all the necessary chemicals.C.She couldn’t recognize the description on the shampoo bottle.D.She didn’t recognize she was quite different from other women.4.What is the main trouble with shampoo?A.It adds more oils to the hair.B.It prevents the scalp producing oils.C. It badly impacts the shampoo industry.D. It makes people addicted to using it more often.BAlong with its neighbors, Sweden features near the top of most sex-equality rankings. The World Economic Forum rates it as having one of the narrowest sex gaps in the world. Sweden is not only a good place for a woman, but it appears to be one for new dads. Close to ninety percentof Swedish fathers take paternity leave (陪产假). Last year some 340,000 dads took a total of 12 million day s’ leave, that is, approximately seven weeks each. Women take even more leave days to spend time with their children, but the gap is shrinking. Why do Swedish dads take so much time off work to raise their children?Forty years ago Sweden became the first country in the world to introduce a paid parental-leave allowance. Benefits consisted of ninety percent of wages for 180 days per child, and parents were free to share the days between them in whatever way they pleased. But the policy was hardly a hit with dads: in the policy’s first year men took only 0.5% of all paid parental leave.Today they take a quarter of it. One reason is that the policy has become more generous, with the number of paid leave days for the first child increasing from 180 to 480. In 1995 the first so-called “daddy month” was introduced. Under this reform, families in which each parent took at least one month of leave received an additional month to add to their total allowance. The policy was expanded in 2002 so that if the mother and father each took at least two months’ leave, the family would get two extra months. Some politicians now want to go further, advocating that the present system of shared leave be turned into one of personal rights, under which mothers should be allowed to take only half of the family’s allowance, with the rest reserved for fathers.Since Swedish men started to take more responsibility for child upbringing, women have seen both their incomes and levels of self-reported happiness increase. Paying dads to change nappies(尿布) and hang out at playgrounds seems to benefit the whole family.5. What can be a suitable title for the passage?A. Swedish Sex EqualityB. Swedish Father s’ Paternity LeaveC. Swedish New Dad PolicyD. Swedish New Fathers’ Family Role6. Why does Sweden appear a good place for new dads?A. Sweden has the smallest global sex gap.B. They feed their children instead of mothers.C. Most of them are provided with paternity leave.D. Swedish fathers take more leave days than mothers.7. How has the policy changed over time?A. Fathers can have longer paternity leave.B. Paternity leave decreases fathers’ incomes.C. Fathers take more responsibility than mothers.D. Leave days are divided equally between parents.CThe following simple exercise routine works as well as prescription medication(处方药) without side effects.A jog a day could keep your headaches at bay; regular cardio workouts(有氧锻炼) may prevent migraines(偏头痛), a growing body of research suggests.Migraine patients had fewer headaches after doing 40-minute cycling workouts three times a week for three months, according to a Swedish study.The exercise routine worked just as well as one of the top migraine-preventing drugs—topamirate, but without side effects of depression and tremors(颤抖).“Cardio workouts can help with regular headaches, too,”says Alexander Mauskop, M.D., director of the New York Headache Center in Manhattan.There are a couple of theories on how it works.“Breaking a sweat may relieve stress,”says Dr. Mauskop. Headaches are often triggered by stress, and if you remove the trigger, you release the pain.The feel-good chemicals produced when you exercise actually block your pain sensors, acting as a natural painkiller.Since headaches can be caused by many different factors like genetics, lack of sleep, or certain foods, the cardio workout won’t be the solution for everyone, Dr. Mauskop says. But one German study found that it helped 65 percent of patients, which makes it as effective as the best medicines on the market.Dr. Mauskop recommends his patients do a half-hour reasonable intensity(强度) cardio workout, like jogging, biking, or swimming three times a week. These workouts are meant to be slow and steady, as opposed to high-intensity intervals that alternate between all-out runs and rest. Pushing yourself too much or increasing the intensity too quickly can trigger headaches in some people, so make sure your heart rate doesn’t jump above 150 BPM. If you don’t have a heart rate monitor, then breathe only through your nose. You’ll know you’re going too hard if you can’t keep up that breathing pattern.Your migraines could start disappearing in a couple of weeks, Dr. Mauskop says.8. According to the passage, the author may agree that _______.A. jogging, swimming and fishing are cardio workouts.B. neither cardio workouts nor topamirate has side effectsC. migraine patients may be cured by regular cardio workoutsD. cardio workouts will be the solution for everyone with migraines9. The underlined word “triggered” in Paragraph 7 can be replaced by _______.A. curedB. releasedC. causedD. monitored10. What would be the best title?A. A cure for headachesB. Side effects of migrainesC. The causes of headachesD. Advantages of cardio workouts.第二节(共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。

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