高三英语上学期listening
高中英语人教版必修第一册Unit 3 Listening and Talking 教学设计-
Listening and Talking 教学设计基本信息科目英语年级册次高一必修一版本单元人教版Unit 3姓名学校教学内容分析【What】本节课的话题是表达你对体育精神的看法voice your opinion on sportsmanship。
该话题属于主题语境--人与社会（文学、艺术与体育）。
子话题为体育活动、大型体育赛事、体育与健康、体育精神。
听力文本采用对话形式，介绍了三名来自不同国家的中学生就一次田径比赛中，在最后一圈进入百米冲刺时，一个女孩是否应该放弃夺冠去帮助意外她摔倒的竞争对手的不同观点。
整段对话可以分为两个部分。
第一部分是事件回顾部分，曹静首先向莉莉和麦克斯介绍了昨天体育运动会上，在某女子赛跑比赛中最后100米冲刺时，一名对手摔倒了，同她竞技的一个女孩放弃了夺冠的机会，而去帮助这个摔倒的对手的事件。
第二部分观点讨论部分，曹静认为这个女孩在最后100米冲刺时，放弃夺冠的机会而去帮助摔倒的竞争对手的做法体现了无私的助人精神，这比赢得比赛还要重要。
而莉莉和麦克斯则持不同观点，莉莉认为竞争对手在比赛中摔倒而失去比赛机会，固然很糟糕，但这恰恰是竞技体育的的一部分。
如果一个运动员是为国家荣誉而赛，那她考虑的就应该是支持她的粉丝和国家荣誉。
对此迈克表示非常赞同，迈克认为一个参赛选手在努力训练后，就应该竭尽全力去获得胜利。
曹静表示理解莉莉和麦克斯的观点，但是她仍然坚持自己的看法。
【Why】本课听力文本真实、典型，有助于学生理解体育竞争的残酷性，并激发学生思考什么是真正的体育精神。
在发展语言技能的同时，有助于提高学生分析问题和解决问题、批判与创新的能力。
【How】对话以曹静询问莉莉和麦克斯是否知道昨天田径赛场上发生的事为切入，此处曹静使用反义疑问句You saw the race yesterday, d idn’t you?来求证事实。
曹静讲述了在昨天的田径比赛中，一个女孩在最后一圈进入百米冲刺时，放弃夺冠去帮助意外她摔倒的竞争对手事迹。
江苏省宿迁市2024-2025学年高三上学期开学考试英语试题
江苏省宿迁市2024-2025学年高三上学期开学考试英语试题一、阅读理解Four Top Audiobook (有声读物) AppsScribdIf you’re looking to combine your audiobook listening with e-books and news publications, Scribd might be the app for you. Its massive library includes a healthy balance of traditionally published books, bestsellers, and Scribd originals. Scribd also runs an associated program, which gives you one free month for every friend you invite, and gives your friend a two-month trial. If you're a writer, Scribd also has an open publishing platform to help you self-publish your audiobooks in minutes.Kobo BooksBest known as an e-book retailer, Kobo Books also offers audiobooks on its platform. You get unlimited access to over 100,000 audiobooks in its library for only a few dollars. The app also does a good job organizing your purchased books, and its in-app statistics are brilliant for readers, knowing your reading habits in detail, while suggesting new recommended titles based on your history.eStoriesWith over 120,000 different types of audiobooks to choose from, eStories starts off with a half-price offer for your first 3 months, and then switches to a higher-priced subscription. Members get discounted prices on additional audiobooks as well as other benefits such as extra credits and extended periods of use. As a member, you also get 30 days to return a book if you don’t like it. Additionally, the app provides unlimited storage for your own audio that you can upload.LibbyLibby lets you borrow e-books and audiobooks from your local library. A library membership lets you access several thousand audiobooks on its app entirely free of cost. While the availability of titles depends on the library you're a member of, you’d still be getting free access to a lot of books that you’d otherwise have to pay for. The catch is that since you're technicallyborrowing the books, you only have two weeks to get through them before they're returned. Plus, it must be noted that this app is only operational in North America.1．What is an advantage of Kobo Books?A．It helps sell the books you have already read.B．It advertises your books on its platform regularly.C．It recommends books based on your reading habits.D．It allows you to read books in its library for free.2．What privilege do members of eStories have?A．Extending the use time.B．Exchanging extra credits.C．Getting audiobooks for free.D．Returning books at any time.3．Which of the following has geographical restrictions?A．Scribd.B．Kobo Books.C．eStories.D．Libby.At just seven years old, Angelina Tsuboi discovered her passion for innovation. It all began with a simple game she programmed in her Los Angeles public school’s Grade 2class. Today , at18, the Grade 12 student’s initial curiosity has evolved into a deep-seated desire to use technology to decode (解码) real-world problems.In 2021, she co-developed Megaphone, one of her first apps, to tackle unanswered post-class questions and poor communication about events and announcements. Her problem-solving ability kept building from there.When she took online CPR classes at the start of the pandemic, she figured it couldn’t be just her who was struggling with the steps. So she created an app called CPR Buddy ― a winner in the 2022 Apple Swift Challenge ― which guides users through CPR using vibrations (震动) to regulate breath. After winning the award, Angelina presented her work to Apple CEO Tim Cook, a highlight in her young career, but one she didn’t lose her cool over. “There’s no point putting people on a pedestal (神坛),” she says.The next year, Angelina built an app called Lilac, designed to assist nonEnglish-speaking single parents with resources for housing, job opportunities and translation support. She was inspired by her own experiences as a child of a single mother who immigrated to the US.When Angelina decided to pursue pilot training at the age of 16, she was struck by howdifficult it was to find financial support, which encouraged her to create yet another app, Pilot Fast Track, which helps those longing to be pilots find scholarships for flight training.Looking to the future, besides applying to colleges with great labs, Angelina is exploring the field of aerospace cybersecurity and mechatronics ― combining computer science, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering.“There’s not enough optimism in the world,“ she says. “I have also been in situations in my life where I’ve lost a lot of hope. But in the end, it is a mindset, and there are ways in any situation you’re in to make it somewhat better.”4．What is Angelina’s pursuit?A．To design games for kids.B．To stimulate teen’s curiosity.C．To address problems through technology.D．To find innovative approaches to digital challenges.5．What can we learn about Angelina from Paragraph 3?A．She couldn’t breathe regularly.B．She was inspired by celebrities.C．She replaced CPR with an app.D．She was humble about her success. 6．What was the primary goal of developing Pilot Fast Track?A．To direct pilots’ career paths.B．To help to-be pilots find funds.C．To pair future pilots with airlines.D．To evaluate pilot training schools.7．What might be the best title?A．Breaking the code B．Bearing growing painsC．Facing life as it is D．Following role modelsPeople have wondered for a long time how their personalities and behaviors are formed. It’s not easy to explain why one person is intelligent and another is not, or why one is cooperative and another is competitive.Social scientists are, of course, extremely interested in these types of questions. They want to explain why we possess certain characteristics and exhibit certain behaviors. There are no clearanswers yet, but two distinct schools of thought on the matter have developed. As one might expect, the two approaches are very different from one another, and there is a great deal of debate between supporters of each theory. The controversy is often conveniently referred to as “nature/nurture”.Those who support the “nature” side of the conflict believe that our personalities and behavior patterns are largely determined by biological and genetic factors. That our environment has little, if anything to do with our abilities, characteristics, and behavior is central to this theory. Taken to an extreme, this theory maintains that our behavior is predetermined to such a great degree that we are almost completely governed by our instincts (本能).Supporters of the “nurture” theory, or, as they are often called, behaviorists, claim that our environment is more important than our biologically based instincts in determining how we will act. A behaviorist, B．E. Skinner, sees humans as beings whose behavior is almost completely shaped by their surroundings. The behaviorists’ view of the human being is quite mechanistic; they maintain that, like machines, human beings remain unchanged unless stimulated by the environmental factors.The social and political implications of these two theories are profound. In the United States, for example, blacks often score below whites on standardized intelligence tests. This leads some “nature” supporters to conclude that blacks are genetically inferior to whites. Behaviorists, in contrast, say that the differences in scores are due to the fact that blacks are often deprived of many of the educational and other environmental advantages that whites enjoy, and that, as a result, they do not develop the same responses that whites do.Neither of these theories can yet fully explain human behavior. In fact, it is quite likely that the key to our behavior lies somewhere between these two extremes. That the controversy will continue for a long time is certain.8．What will the supporters of the “nurture” theory agree with?A．Peter loves talking to strangers because he is friendly.B．Peter loves maths because his father is a maths professor.C．Peter loves detective stories because he enjoys suspense and thrill.D．Peter loves tea because his mother gave it to him since childhood.9．The underlined word “mechanistic” in paragraph 4 means ________.A．flexible B．rigid C．common D．new10．Why did the author cite the blacks in the US as an example?A．He wanted to show how the theories have deeply affected the society.B．He tried to prove that both theories need further discussion and research.C．He intended to demonstrate why the blacks need more education and support.D．He attempted to introduce the result of intelligence tests from blacks and whites. 11．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?A．To introduce some theories.B．To stress genetic factors.C．To solve a racial problem.D．To give further suggestions.How often is your mind quiet? If you’re a typical human being, the answer is probably very rarely. For most of our days, our attention is focused on external things—the tasks of our jobs, TV programs, or social media interactions. In the moments when our attention isn’t focused externally, it’s usually focused on what is called “thought-chatter”—a stream of mental associations consisting of expectations of the future, memories, daydreams, and so on.But from time to time, we all experience moments when our thought-chatter quiets down, or even disappears altogether. In these moments, we experience a sense of great well-being. We feel a sense of inner harmony. We feel as if we’re free of problems, and feel satisfied with our lives as they are.There are many activities that have the effect of quieting our minds, and so produce a state of well-being.For example, think about what happens when you go walking in the countryside. You might feel stressed when you start out, but slowly, after a couple of miles, your mind begins to settle down. The beauty and stillness of nature attracts your attention and you’re no longer in your thought-chatter. By the end of the walk you feel almost like a different person. You feel more alive, and much happier—largely because your mind is now quiet.This is why people love to look at beautiful works of art. When people see the paintings of Monet or van Gogh, they experience a mind-stopping moment, in which they’re taken out of their thinking minds and experience a sense of great well-being.The strange thing is, though, that most of the time this happens unconsciously (不知不觉地). We usually don’t associate this well-being with a quiet mind. And we usually don’t think of a quiet mind as the aim or result of these activities.Our estimate of how enjoyable an activity is may depend on its mind-stopping capacity. In other words, the very best performances—and the most rewarding activities—are those which are so attractive and intense that they can completely stop our minds.I’m not saying that inner quietness is the only reason why we enjoy these activities. Nevertheless, we should certainly become more aware of the association of a quiet mind with well-being. And at the same time we should be aware that it’s possible for us to consciously and directly create a quiet mind; rather than as a byproduct of certain activities. And in the end we might develop a permanent quiet mind and attain a state of ongoing contentment and harmony. 12．What can be inferred about thought-chatter?A．It requires a lot of practice.B．It might be unpleasant at times.C．It might be a talk with a friend.D．It helps reach a state of silence.13．What are the examples of activities mentioned in the text mainly about?A．What activities lead to well-being.B．What can be done to reduce stress.C．How we can make our minds quiet.D．How mental quietness leads to well-being.14．How can we determine how much pleasure an activity can give us?A．By judging how much stress it can increase.B．By judging whether it takes place unconsciously.C．By judging to what extent it can quiet our minds.D．By judging whether it associates with well-being.15．What does the author intend to highlight in the last paragraph?A．Creating a quiet mind for all time.B．Living a peaceful life permanently.C．Being in harmony with inner quietness.D．Participating in activities for inner quietness.Artificial Intelligence (AI) geolocation (互联网定位技术) solutions are changing the way researchers track and monitor wildlife, enabling more powerful conservation efforts. These systems use advanced sensors, satellite imagery, and machine learning algorithms (算法) to gather real-time data on animal movements, habitat preferences, and migration patterns. 16 Traditional tracking methods often rely on non-automatic tracking or inconvenient necklace-like systems, which may cause stress and discomfort to the animals. 17 The devices can work as tags and the camera traps can be set up remotely, which decreases human impact on wildlife.In addition, AI-powered devices collect and analyze data precisely. Through their assistance, scientists can gain insights into habitat choices and evaluate the effect of global warming on wild animal locations. 18 For example, by analyzing the collected data, conservationists can promote targeted habitat restoration efforts according to the patterns and connections they discovered with the help of AI geolocation devices.19 By monitoring animals’ behavioral changes in real-time, researchers can quickly detect signs of environmental issues. Sudden changes in an animal’s movements could indicate threats or problems. Researchers can then respond immediately, potentially saving the animal’s life.Sharing geolocation data through online platforms can also help raise awareness about protecting endangered species. 20 This help them feel more connected to the issues wildlife face in habitats. The bond promotes a sense of responsibility among individuals and encourages them to contribute to wildlife conservation efforts through various means, such as donations, volunteer work, and so on.A．This knowledge enables them to make accurate and efficient decisions.B．However, AI tracking does not require disturbing contact with the animals.C．AI monitoring needs fewer battery replacements than the traditional methods.D．The solutions have offered the following key benefits to wildlife conservation.E．Directly engaging with conservation efforts gives people a first-hand experience.F．The AI geolocation technology significantly reduces the need for massive fieldwork. G．With real-time data, the AI solutions also function as an early warning for wildlife risks.二、完形填空My passion has always been caring for animals. That’s why I 21 at Bidcawee. Bideawee is a shelter (收容所) for cats and dogs, where all the animals are equally 22 . Whether the cat or the dog stays for a day or years, each one has a special place in my heart.Most of the shelter dogs are so gentle and friendly that they cause me to wonder why no one has taken them 23 yet. The others need a bit of 24 and love to warm up, but once they 25 you, you fall in love with them. One of my favorites is a dog called Lola. She always bark at strangers. However, once she sees you often and gets 26 around you, she greets you with her tail wagging (摇摆), side to side.A common characteristic with all of the dogs, though, is that they can adapt to changes and27 the life at the shelter. And that’s what I find so amazing about them. Timmy is a 7-year-old dog that was 28 after around six years with his owner. Nevertheless, he doesn’t just stay there, thinking about the past and 29 bis person to come back. Instead, he focuses on the 30 and is friendly with everyone. A two-year-old dog called Noob lost leg in a car accident. However, he plays with other four-legged dogs 31 , as if the injury didn’t bother him.Bidcawee constantly 32 their volunteers, but to me, they have done more for me than I could ever give to them. I truly enjoy every moment I 33 at this animal shelter, which gives me a 34 to be with all these lovely dogs and cats. It is definitely one of my most rewarding 35 .21．A．learn B．volunteer C．live D．observe 22．A．loved B．tested C．shown D．introduced 23．A．there B．out C．home D．forward 24．A．assistance B．time C．effort D．support 25．A．approach B．contact C．discover D．recognize 26．A．curious B．comfortable C．active D．confident 27．A．get used to B．get ready for C．are familiar with D．are tired of 28．A．injured B．raised C．abandoned D．adopted 29．A．directing B．reminding C．requiring D．expecting30．A．present B．future C．changes D．memories 31．A．quietly B．separately C．differently D．normally 32．A．helps B．meets C．invites D．thanks 33．A．spare B．choose C．spend D．remember 34．A．dream B．chance C．job D．duty 35．A．experiences B．achievements C．strategies D．improvements三、语法填空阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。
高三英语上学期listening课件
discovered that healthy people who were given small doses of smallpox became immune to the disease. At the time, however, this method was not safe and didn’t always work. Later, in the 18th century, a British doctor found a safer way to protect people
Can you list some other international organizations? And what are their functions? SA: I want to say something about
UNESCO, which stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It was founded on
2. Do you think that WHO plays an important role in improving the world’s health? You can explain the reason by giving examples.
I think WHO plays an important role in improving the world’s health. For example, last winter, a terrible
going and whom they would visit. The WHO played an important role. It worked together with the governments to control the outbreak. As an international organisation with many years of experience of dealing with diseases, the WHO could provide
高三英语unit2 (5)listening and speaking
Mary 1553-1558
Elizabeth I 1558-1603
P15 Listening Task 1. Listen and finish Ex 1 on page 15.
Task 2. Listen and fill in the blanks in the following passage.
Task 3 : Ss listen to the tape again and answer the questions on page 15.
Speaking and Listening (page 48) The aim of this exercise is to show how history has affected those who can become British citizens. Task 4: Ss in groups discuss what kind of person can be British. The rules are fixed in this way: 1. If your parents were born in the old British Empire and they chose to become British when that country gained independence, you are a British citizen. If your parents chose to become citizens of the new country, then you have to apply for British citizensr parents is British and they were married at the time, you are a British citizen. 3. If you were born in the UK (even though your parents have a different nationality) you are a British citizen. 4. If you have no connection with Britain (either through your parents or the country your were born in) but have lived in the UK for five years, you can apply to become a British citizen. Task 5: Ss listen to the tape and do Ex 2 on page 48.
衡水中学2023高三英语上学期教学进度总表
10月26日
Unit 6: Listening
进一步提高听力技巧，强化听力理解能力
11月2日
Unit 6: Speaking
提高口语表达能力，培养辩论和演讲能力
11月9日
Unit 7: Writing
提升写作技巧，学会运用不同写作风格和技巧
11月16日
Unit 8: Vocabulary
Unit 10: Speaking
提高口语表达能力，培养口头交流和辩论技巧
12月21日
复习与测试
复习本学期所学内容，进行期末测试
请注意，以上教学进度表仅供参考，具体的实施可能会根据实际情况进行调整。建议学生和老师密切合作，及时沟通并根据实际情况进行调整与更新。
提高口语表达能力，培养流利对话和演讲能力
9月28日
Unit 3: Writing
Unit 4: Vocabulary
扩充词汇量，提高单词记忆和运用能力
10月12日
Unit 5: Reading
理解并分析文学作品，加深对文学知识的了解
10月19日
Unit 5: Grammar
衡水中学2023高三英语上学期教学进度总表
日期
教学内容
学习目标
9月1日
Unit 1: Reading
理解并运用阅读技巧，提高阅读理解能力
9月7日
Unit 1: Grammar
掌握并运用本单元的语法知识
9月14日
Unit 2: Listening
提高听力技巧，培养听力理解能力
9月21日
Unit 2: Speaking
扩大词汇量，加强词汇运用能力
11月23日
Unit 9: Reading
上海市育才中学2023-2024学年高三上学期10月第一次阶段检测英语试卷
上海市育才中学2021级高三第一学期10月练习考试时间120分钟，满分140分I.Listening Comprehension25分Section A10分Directions:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.To a bank. B.To a travel agency.C.To a drugstore.D.To Spain.2. A.He forgot to submit his paper. B.He misremembered the deadline.C.He didn't finish his paper on time.D.He couldn't focus his mind on the paper.3. A.She is a movie enthusiast. B.She prefers thrillers to romances.C.She doesn't like thrillers.D.She is not in the mood for any movie.4. A.Because she is not good at calculating.B.Because she hurried to finish the report.C.Because she is quite a careless person.D.Because she cited unconfirmed figures.5. A.Lily forgot to deliver discs to the man.B.The man failed to renew the address.C.Lily planned to visit the new dormitory.D.The discs might have been mailed to the former place.6. A.The woman doesnt enjoy the leftovers.B.The man is an excellent cook in the army.C.The man has invited many people for lunch.D.The man intentionally prepared much food.7. A.The man should be more diligent.B.Cramming is effective for an exam.C.Biology is indeed difficult to learn.D.The man shouldn’t have stayed up that late.8. A.Arrange to apply for another room.B.Make a complaint about her roommate.C.Ask her roommate to move out of the room.D.Change rooms with someone in the housing office.9. A.Helen’s hard work is rewarding.B.Helen is an accomplished job hunter.C.Helen always complains about her job.D.Helen is viewed as a model by the speakers.10. A.Every student should value Chinese culture.B.Chinese students are humble and reserved.C.He is deeply impressed by Chinese culture.D..Chinese students lack the courage to share ideas.Section B15分Directions:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages and the conversations.The passages and the conversations will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions11through13are based on the following passage.11. A.To relocate to safer grounds. B.To migrate with the seasons.C.To seek more hunting grounds.D.To gather more food for survival.12. A.It once belonged to the North sea. B.It was drowned by the melt water.C.It was an island abundant in wildlife.D.It was unveiled by the modern fishermen.13. A.Polar ice caps will continue to melt at a rapid rate.B.The sea floor witnessed the rise and fall of the Europe.C.Doggerland is the birthplace of English civilization.D.Coastal residents are vulnerable to the climate change.Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14. A.Scientists in Britain are going to collect rocks on Mars.B.The discovery of Boron is a milestone in Mars exploration.C.Evidence indicates there exist plants and animals on Mars.D.The microscope is mainly used to identify different rocks.15. A.Basic molecules for life. B.More essential chemicals.C.Holes caused by microbes.D.Ancient material from Mars.16. A.The development of life on Mars. B.The search for signs of life on Mars.C.The importance of research on rocks.D.The discovery of surface water on Mars. Questions17through20are based on the following conversation.17. A.To practise skateboarding. B.To encourage teenagers in trouble.C.To support a non-profit organization.D.To fulfil his dream of touring Europe.18. A.They served as tour guides for Joe. B.They kept a record of Joe’s journey.C.They transported equipment for Joe.D.They took care of Joe’s accommodation.19. A.He covered a rather long distance. B.He tried to follow his friends’van.C.He fell down and broke the trainers.D.He climbed over the rugged mountains.20. A.Prepare for another trip. B.Resign from his current job.C.Write a book about his journey.D.Renew a contract with the organization.II.Grammar and Vocabulary20分Section A GrammarDirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.10分Do you know someone who is exceptionally picky when it comes to the food to eat,the clothes to wear,or the people to date?Choosy people tend to be somewhat overly analytical-they carefully weigh the pros and cons of most decisions.As a result,they tend to take a lot of time (21)________(make)up their minds.Remember Jerry from Seinfeld?He was extremely picky regarding the people he dated.Any physical flaw,(22)________small,was Jerry's reason for rejecting a possible dating partner.I hada friend who was like that.He didn't like the shape of this girl's chin,or another(23)_______ears were“too large for her face.”As a result,he rarely dated anyone.A waitress told me a story of a particular picky woman.The restaurant had a special salad(24)________tons of ingredients.This woman would go down the list of ingredients and say,“I don't like cucumbers,take that out...take out the cilantro,no tomatoes,etc.”The waitress said that by the time she was done,it was(25)________salad of just iceberg lettuce!People who are not picky-the opposite end of the scale-tend to be(26)________(impulsive),flexible,and open to experience.Our research found that some people are only picky in particular areas of their lives-eating, dating,or when(27)________(evaluate)goods for purchase,although most were picky in most things.Picky people tend to analyze,and often overanalyze,the choices that they are about to make.Some of them can drive salespersons crazy as they hesitate,evaluate.and hesitate again.A contractor(承包商),who(28)________(remodel)a couple of houses,told me the story of two extreme clients.The first,who was extremely choosy,took forever to decideon bathroom fixtures,appliances,cabinets,and paint.(29)________________the non-picky one,looked at three similar colors and said,“They're all ok,you choose.”While choosy individuals(30)________spend long time deciding,being analytical and slowing to act,non-choosy people's impulsiveness may lead to quick,and unwise decisions. However,the truth is that non-choosy people may also make their quick decisions,and rationalize them to make them fit,even if it wasn't the best decision in the first place.Section B VocabularyDirections:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.10分A.claimedB.evacuateC.fabricsD.regularE.significantlyF.sinkG.rainstorms H.similar I.initially J.swallowing K.thought“It was a wave of water,”says Oulimata Sambe.She points out the still-sodden(湿透的) armchairs,muddy wardrobe and the water stain a metre and a half up the wall in her small house in Ngor,a fishing village within Dakar,the capital of Senegal.“I had two grandkids on my bed,I had to(31)______them out of the window,”she adds.Not faraway,underpasses on Dakar's scenic corniche(滨海路)became car-(32)______lakes.Just weeks earlier another downpour had turned quiet streets in Dakar into raging rivers and collapsed a section of motorway.(33)______events regularly occur across the region.Recent flooding and landslides also killed eight people in Freetown,the capital of Sierra Leone.In June flooding killed12people in Abidjan,the commercial capital of Ivory Coast.Floods in Lagos,Nigeria’s commercial capital, (34)______another seven lives.Even when they are not deadly,city floods ruin lives and livelihoods.Storm water recently flooded the biggest textile(纺织业)market in Kano,a city in northern Nigeria,destroying hundreds of thousands of dollars’worth of(35)______.Unusually heavy rains have become(36)______more common over the past30years, leaving huge numbers of people at risk.In places this is partly because of deforestation.A recent study by Christopher Taylor of the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology,a research institute,and his coauthors found that afternoon(37)______in deforested parts of coastal west Africa happen twice as often compared with30years ago.Their frequency went up by only about a third in places that kept their forests.Yet(38)______flooding of cities in west Africa is not only caused by heavier rain.Unplanned urbanization is also to blame.As cities have grown,builders have thrown up concrete walls with little(39)______about providing drainage,making it harder for water to find a clear path to the sea.As ever larger areas have been paved over,there has been less exposed soil into which water can gently(40)______away.And as cites get more packed with new arrivals,their few functioning drains get overwhelmed or clogged.III.Reading Comprehension45分Section ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.15分When Harry told me that he was leaving the company,one of the first things he said to me was that he didn’t like emotional goodbyes.I have decided to take him at his word.Everything you will hear me say tonight is straightforward and___41___,just like the man himself.Harry has been in the finance departent for seven years.In that time,he has not done anything remotely___42___.I asked several people if they had anecdotes(轶事)about him,and the best they could come up with is that he once accidentally changed a formula in the annual budget spreadsheet.Since the___43___was quickly spotted and fixed,it had no impact at all.Will Harry be___44___?Not at all,though for reasons that he may not fully grasp.This is an evening in which the person who is leaving receives presents(as well as a card from people whose names you don't recognize but who just loved working with you).But the___45___goes both ways.The leavers have a parting gift of their own to present:a convenient scapegoat(替罪羊).When someone dies,the convention is not to speak ill of the departed.When an employee ___46___a company,it's the opposite.Things that don't work as well as they should can be laid at the door of someone who won't___47___.Frustrations that have been suppressed can finally be blamed on someone.When we speak of you,we will say things like“Harry had many strengths but...",and we will___48___ourselves that you held us back a bit.This will not be true,but it will be___49___.I'd like to take this opportunity to tell you that we are grateful for this___50___ act of service,which can last for as long as a year after someone has actually left the building. After that,memories tend to fade.I wish I could promise you that you are part of company folklore,or that your role in banning plastic straws from the office will ring through the ages. ___51___,the only guarantee I can give is that no one here will ever read your exit-interview notes.This may all seem a little___52___.You have spent many years at the company,and yet will probably___53___.But in spite of that,you should still feel___54___in your time here.To have done your work well and to leave at a time of your choosing are achievements that are beyond most people.So please raise your glasses to Harry.He has been an excellent colleague and won't really be___55___.41.A.off the guard B.to the point C.in the swing D.on the horizon42.A.funny B.impressive C.correct D.creative43.A.breakdown B.discovery C.mistake D.crack44.A.hated B.remembered C.adored D.forgotten45.A.impact B.exchange C.ceremony D.end46.A.joins B.founds C.reforms D.exitse up B.answer back C.leave off D.back away48.A.persuade rm C.remind D.caution49.A.pointless B.consequential C.significant D.convenient50.A.selfless B.grand C.final D.accidental51.A.Instead B.Otherwise C.Besides D.Therefore52.A.weird B.amusing C.exciting D.sad53.A.make no difference B.leave little traceC.have some sayD.produce much impact54.A.regret B.guilt C.pride D.pain55.A.missed B.replaced C.erased D.blamedSection BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinjshed statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.22分AWorth nearly$ltrn,Facebook is the world’s sixth-most-valuable company.Its revenues have grown by56%in the past year,and its share price by more than a quarter.Nearly3bn people use its products every month.Why did such a successful company change its name as Meta?The likely official reason for the rebranding is that the firm has outgrown the social network that Mark Zuckerberg started17years ago in a Harvard dorm.Today it includes other social apps (Instagram,WhatsApp,Messenger)and video hardware(Oculus,Portal).It has launched a digital wallet(Novi)and may yet offer a currency(Diem).Mr Zuckerberg expects people eventually to associate his firm more with the“metaverse”(元字宙),a virtual space for work play and more, than with social media.Facebook wouldn't be the first tech giant to do so.In2015Google set up Alphabet,a holding company for the search engine and its many side projects.Under this model,Facebook would become just another app within a wider family,though by far it has been the biggest earner.There is another possible motive for a makeover.For all its financial success,the Facebook brand has become tarnished.The social network is blamed for fueling everything from teenage anorexia(厌食症)to uprising at the US Capitol.Public trust in it is lower than in most tech giants, and falling.Although two years ago the firm started branding its apps as being“from Facebook”, its new smart glasses,which can record video and take phone calls,feature only the logo of its partner,Ray-Ban.A former employee revealed that Facebook was trying to cover up a drop in young American users.Mr Zuckerberg himself has been a reason for much of the criticism of Facebook,and of bossy tech firms more generally.As the all-powerful founder,he has a higher profile than his opposite numbers at TikTok,YouTube and other social networks.Normally,a brand facing a reputational crisis might dump its unpopular CEO.But Mr Zuckerberg’s position is immovable, which may explain why he would want to dump the brand instead.56.Facebook changed its name because________.A.it wanted people to associate its name with universeB.it was trying to follow the fashion led by GoogleC.it expected to expand its business to a wider rangeD.its former name has brought bad reputation to the company57.What can we know about Facebook?A.It was founded by Zuckerberg in Harvard's dormitory.B.It has a positive influence on teenagers’mind and actions.C.It is as popular among young people in the US as it was.D.It produced smart glasses with two companies’logos on it.58.What does the underlined word“tarnished”mean in the passage?A.distinguishedB.abandonedC.globalizedD.spoiled59.This passage probably appears in________.A.a science reviewB.a business magazineC.a technical reportD.the website of FacebookBThe Pros and Cons of Napping●Daytime resting:helpful or harmful?Getting some sleep,even a short afternoon nap,may seem like a good thing for people with sleep disorders.But for those with insomnia and an already decreased desire to sleep at night, midday shut-eye can actually be counterproductive.So before you curl up on the couch this afternoon,consider whether your quick fix might backfire when you lie down in bed tonight.●Trouble sleeping at nightIf you have insomnia,naps present a problem,even if you feel tired during the day.Napping during the day can perpetuate bad sleep habits for people with temporary sleep issues caused by stress,illness,or jet lag too.“Even just a little bit of a power nap reduces your night time sleep drive,”says Ralph Downey III,PhD,director of the Sleep Disorders Center at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Califoria.“The nap becomes nothing more than another episode of fragmented sleep.”●Getting through the dayIf you don't have a problem getting your z’s at night,a quick nap can work wonders to pull you through a tiresome or sleep-deprived day.In fact,a2008study found that a45-minute daytime nap can improve memory function.And previous studies have found that naps can lower blood pressure.Those who suffer from narcolepsy or shift-work syndrome may also benefit from daytime naps,says James Wyatt,PhD,director of the Sleep Disorders Service and Research Center at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.●Fatigue could be a warning signIf you're constantly fighting the urge to sleep during the day and falling asleep instantly at night,you might have obstructive sleep apnea,a condition in which you stop breathing while you sleep.In this case,naps won't help.By wearing a continuous positive airway pressure(CPAP) machine that flows oxygen through your nose,however,you'll likely sleep more soundly and wake refreshed whether from a good night's rest or a quick catnap.60.If you suffer from insomnia________.A.midday shut-eye may be helpfulB.a short afternoon nap is probably a good thingC.napping during the day is considered a good habitD.a little bit of a power nap decreases your night time sleep desire61.A quick nap can be beneficial for common people except those________.A.who have a problem falling into sleep at nightB.whose memory is not good enoughC.who suffer from shift-work syndromeD.whose blood pressure is too high62.It can be inferred from the passage that________.A.naps are helpful for those who have obstructive sleep apneaB.more oxygen through your nose might improve sleep qualityC.a45-minute daytime nap can be beneficial for those with insomniaD.a quick nap can pull everyone through a sleep-deprived dayCDelivering life-saving drugs directly to the brain in a safe and effective way is a challenge for medical providers.One key reason:the blood-brain barrier,which protects the brain from tissue-specific drug delivery.Methods such as an injection or a pill aren't as precise or immediate as doctors might prefer,and ensuring delivery right to the brain often requires invasive risky techniques.A team of engineers from Washington University in St.Louis has developed a new nanoparticle generation-delivery method that could someday vastly improve drug delivery to the brain,making it as simple as a sniff.“This would be a nanoparticle nasal spray,and the delivery system could allow medicine to reach the brain within30minutes to one hour,”said Ramesh Raliya,research scientist at the School of Engineering&Applied Science.“The blood-brain barrier protects the brain from foreign substances in the blood that may injure the brain,”Raliya said.“But when we need to deliver something there,getting through that barrier is difficult and invasive.Our non-invasive technique can delivel drugs via nanoparticles so there’s less risk and better response times.”The novel appronch is based on aerosol(气落胶)science and enginecring principles that allow the gencation of monodisperse nanoparticles,which can deposit on upper regions of the nasal cavity via spread.The nanoparticles were tagged with markers,allowing the researchers to track their movement.Next,researchers exposed locusts’antenna(触角)to the aerosol,and observed the nanoparticles travel from the antennas up through the olfactory nerve,which is used to sense the smell.Due to their tiny size,the nanoparticles passed through the brain-blood barrier,reaching the brain and spreading all over it in a matter of minutes.The team tested the concept in locusts because the blood-brain barriers in the insects and humans have similarities.“The shortest and possibly the easiest path to the brain is through your nose,”said Barani Raman,associate professor of biomedical engineering.“Your nose,the olfactory bulb and then olfactory cortex:two steps and you’ve reached the cortex.”To determine whether or not the foreign nanoparticles disrupted normal brain function,Saha examined the physiological response of olfactory neurons in the locusts before and after the nanoparticle delivery and found no noticeable change in the electrophysiological responses was detected.“This is only a beginning of a set of studies that can be performed to make nanoparticle-based drug delivery approaches more principled”Raman said.The next phase of research involves fusing the gold nanoparticles with various medicines,and using ultrasound to taarget a more precise dose to specific areas of the brain,which would be especially beneficial inbrain-tumor cases.63.This passage is mainly about________.A.a novel method of drug deliveryB.a challenge facing medical staffC.a new medicine treating brain diseasesD.a technique to improve doctors’ability64.According to the passage,which of the following statements is TRUE?A.Doctors prefer using methods like an injection to treat diseases.B.Locusts were taggged with markers to track their movement.C.The blood-brain barrier lowers the effectiveness of a pill.D.The medicine could reach the brain within half an hour.65.The researchers focused their study on locusts because________.A.human and locusts have similar structures that protect brain from foreign substances.B.the delivery process consists of the olfactory bulb and the olfactory cortexC.locusts have changeable electrophysiological responses to nanoparticlesD.The shortest and possibly the safest path to the brain is through human’s noses66.________would most be interested in reading this passage.A.A lung cancer patient who needs operation immediatelyB.A college student who majors in medical technologyC.A senior doctor who is about to retireD.A high school teacher who is teaching biologySection CDirections:Read the following passage.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.8分A.If this is a battle,signs indicate that the pro-phone crowd has already won.B.But rather than expressing firustration about this awkwardness,she said she felt guilty,as if she were the one challenging convention.C.In recent years,the de Young received more than a thousand complaints from people who felt that cell phones had spoiled their experience of the exhibit.D.The cause of this recent craze was Bouquets to Art,one of the most popular annual events at the de Young Museum in San Francisco.E.The truth is people like selfies more than the exhibits way beyond researchers’imagination.F.But the issue is complicated for the professionals running museums.A San Francisco Museum Tackles Art’s Instagram DilemmaA woman held tightly her phone to her heart,the way a missionary might hold a Bible.She was anxious to take a picture of a stunning bouquet of flowers,but first she had toget through a crowd of others who were doing the same.(67)___________For the34th year,florists were asked to create bouquets that respond to pieces of art on display,from ancient carvings to contemporary sculptures.A tower of baby’s breath imitates a waterfall in a nearby painting by Gustav Grunewald.Red flamingo flowers and neon blue sticks echo a surreal portrait of a woman by Salvador Dali.It's amazing and also extremely Instagrammable,to the point that it has become a problem.(68)__________Institutions of fine art around the world face similar problems as the desire to take photographs becomes a huge draw for museums as well as something that upsets some of their sponsors.So the de Young responded with a kind of agreement:carving out“photo free”hours duringthe exhibition’s six-day run.One common complaint in the ongoing debates over the effect of social media on museum culture is that people seem to be missing out on experiences because they are so busy collecting evidence of them.A study published in the journal Psychological Science suggests there is truth to this.It found that people who took photos of an exhibit rather than simply observing it had a harder time remembering what they saw.(69)__________Linda Butler,the de Young’s head of marketing,communications and visitor experience,acknowledges that not everyone wants amuseum to be“a selfie playland”.Yet a lot of other people do,and her take is that the de Young is in no position to claim that one motivation for buying a$28ticket is more valid than another.If we removed social media and photography,she says,“we should risk becoming irrelevant”.(70)__________On this visit to the museum,most people seemed to treat the photo craze as the new normal.Many politely waited their turn and got out of other people's shots even as visitors bumped into each other in crowded galleries.IV.Summary Writing:10分Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main points)of the passage in no more e your own words as far as possible.71.It is a common sight on campus or in the streets:a young person rides by on an electric scooter,traveling quickly and proudly.But Beijing's traffic authorities have said that starting on Sept.5,people who are caught riding electric scooters on public roads or bicycle lanes will be fined10yuan.They will also be given a warning not to use the vehicles on public roads again.The announcement was made after traffic police in Shanghai started a campaign to get electric scooters off public roads,with police officers stopping riders because the scooters could cause traffic problems.The Beijing Consumer Association said it had tested more than20electric scooters of different brands recently and found that most had substandard brakes.It added that16 of the tested scooters could go faster than the maximum20km per hour set for electric bikes. According to the traffic police,people who ride electric scooters at certain speeds can easily bump into the vehicles in the vehicle lane and hurt people who walk in the bicycle lanes.But seeing the benefits that electric scooters have brought to young people,experts are worried that the ban may take effect slowly.Electric scooters are a great answer to the“last mile problem of getting from a public transport station to one’s home.They're light enough to throw over your shoulder.They're easy to ride just about anywhere and don't need a lot of physical effort.The scooter can travel25km on one charge.It's convenient and easy to control.They are also good for the environment.Unlike cars and buses.electric scooter produce no carbon dioxide,need no fuel and make almost no noise.For many young people,they use them to copy cool celebrities they have seen in videos.第II卷V.Translation:(3+3+4+5=15’)Directions:Translate the following sentence into English,using the words given in the brackets.72.在场的人都觉得他说的话不能证明他是无辜的。
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Part 02长对话中的主旨大意题
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[单选]上部为柔性结构但基础本身刚度较大的条形基础，其基础梁纵向内力计算方法应选取()。A.静定分析法B.倒梁法C.弹性地基梁法D.有限单元法 [单选,A2型题,A1/A2型题]病理反射中最常用、且易引出的是（）。A.Oppenheim征Babinski征C.Gordon征D.Romberg征E.Chaddock征 [问答题,简答题]货运检查主要内容有那些？ [单选]确定违法主体的基本原则是（）。A.谁违法，谁负责B.从事违法行为的人一定是承担行政责任的对象C.个体户的从业人员违法，应当由从业人员承担责任D.单位内部部门违法，应当由单位内部部门承担责任 [单选]大型运输机的最大使用正过载大约为（）。A.1-2B.5-6C.3-4D.7-8 [单选]测量煤线应在（）时进行。A．平煤前B．平煤中C．平煤后 [判断题]概括是对制图物体的形状的化简。A.正确B.错误 [单选,A1型题]大部分新生婴儿屈光不正的大小一般为（）。A.+2.00～+3.00DB.+3.00～+4.00DC.+4.00～+5.00DD.+1.00～+2.00DE.0～+1.00D [单选]信息社会指标分为（）大类。A.5B.6C.3D.2 [单选]在正文中，当需要说明引用内容出处时，应把引用的参考文献编号连同方括号，写在标注的：（）A、右上角B、右下角C、左上角D、左下角 [问答题,案例分析题]阅读下列说明，回答问题1至问题3【说明】某公司要开发一个多媒体辅导系统，该系统准备利用B/S架构，用户通过网上注册、登录，登录成功后，可进行在线学习辅导。 [单选]关于慢性支气管炎病因的描述不正确的是（）A.感染是慢支急性发作的主要诱因B.吸烟、大气污染是慢支发生、发展的重要因素C.急性发作期的主要病原菌为肺炎球菌和流感嗜血杆菌D.慢支是感染性和非感染性多种因素长期综合作用所致E.多种抗原引起的过敏反应，气道免疫功能低下亦为 [问答题,简答题]运输超限货物电报代号中代字A、G各代表什么文字？ [单选,A2型题,A1/A2型题]下列哪种胃炎最常见（）A.急性单纯性胃炎B.糜烂性胃炎C.化脓性胃炎D.腐蚀性胃炎E.慢性胃体炎 [单选,A2型题,A1/A2型题]12岁男孩两年来步态不稳，发音含混，渐重。查休，走路步态宽，直线行走不能，语言含混欠清。四肢肌力正常，深浅感觉正常，其病变部位可能是（）。A.大脑B.脑干C.小脑D.脊髓E.尾组脑神经 [单选]下列关于确定调查人员的说法有误的是（）。A、要选派政策水平高、熟悉业务、组织协调能力强的人担任调查负责人B、要根据案件的具体情况、复杂程度来确定调查人员的数量C、特别重大案件，要请上级部门或其他单位的同志参与调查D、与被调查人有亲友关系或与案件有利害关系的办 [问答题,简答题]什么是全回流？ [单选]一般来讲，招收应届毕业人才的主要途径是（）A、人才交流会B、各种广告C、大专院校及职业技工学校D、职业介绍所 [单选]下列哪一项不是肝部、叶的正确分法A.正中裂把肝分为肝左、右半肝B.中肝静脉将肝分为右肝前、后两叶C.右肝静脉将肝分右前、后两叶D.左肝静脉将肝分为左内、外叶E.胆囊与下腔静脉左侧壁连线将肝分为左、右半肝 [名词解释]CoD值 [问答题,简答题]什么是加工精度？ [单选,A2型题,A1/A2型题]旋转阳极X线管与固定阳极X线管比，优点是（）A.焦点大，功率小B.焦点小，功率大C.焦点大，功率大D.焦点小，功率小E.焦点功率均不变 [单选]绝大部分碳酸盐岩形成于下列哪种环境？（）A．滨海；B．干旱的高纬度地区；C．温暖的海洋；D．河流 [多选]中轴型脊柱关节炎患者出现急性病变的影像学改变是（）。A.X线片：脊柱呈"竹节样"改变B.MRI：椎体角骨水肿C.MRI：骶髂关节骨水肿D.MRI：骶髂关节滑膜炎E.X线片：骶髂关节骨侵袭 [名词解释]炎帝 [单选]行政诉讼所要解决的行政争议，是（）之间发生的法律争议。A.行政机关B.行政机关与行政机关工作人员C.国有企业事业单位与职工D.行政主体和行政相对人 [单选,A2型题,A1/A2型题]关于米氏常数，描述正确的是（）.A.与酶性质无关B.与酶浓度无关C.与底物浓度有关D.与酶浓度有关E.对不同底物具有相同的值 [不定项选择]大气污染控制技术是重要的大气环境保护对策措施，大气污染的常规控制技术包括)等。A.洁净燃烧技术B.高烟囱烟气排放技术C.烟尘污染物净化技术D.气态污染物净化技术 [单选]桑葚胚由多少个细胞组成（）.A.4个B.6个C.16个D.18个E.10个 [问答题,简答题]照度计 [单选]下列不属于注册消防工程师职业道德原则特点的是（）。A.稳定性B.普遍性C.本质性D.基准性选择在（）A.使用抗生素后B.发热最高峰时C.寒战开始前D.寒战结束时E.寒战高热时 [问答题,简答题]甄选销售人员的程序？ [单选]131-45=53在（）进制下成立。A.六B.七C.八D.九 [单选]判断营养状态的方法错误的是（）A.皮肤B.皮下脂肪C.毛发D.体重指数E.消耗增加 [单选]“我会尊重患者告诉我的一切秘密，即使患者已经死去”。此话出自（）。A.东京宣言B.夏威夷宣言C.日内瓦宣言D.赫尔辛基宣言E.希波克拉底誓言 [单选,A2型题,A1/A2型题]骨髓检查对下列哪种疾病的确诊无意义（）A.白血病B.不稳定血红蛋白病C.多发性骨髓瘤D.巨幼细胞性贫血E.恶性组织细胞病 [单选,A1型题]磺酰脲类药物可用于治疗（）A.糖尿病合并高热B.胰岛素功能尚存的非胰岛素依赖型糖尿病C.糖尿病并发酮症酸中毒D.胰岛素依赖型糖尿病E.重症糖尿病 [单选]Inmarsat通信系统中，用于数字电话、电传、高速数据通信的移动站是（）。A、标准F移动站B、标准B移动站C、标准C移动站D、A+B [单选]何谓中药的四气()A．是指中药的四种特殊气味B．寒凉药具有散寒、助阳的作用C．是指中药的寒、热、温、凉四种药性D．是指中药的辛、成、甘、苦四种味道E．温热药具有清热、解毒的作用
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高三年级英语学科教学质量监测试宝山区2023学年第一学期期末卷（本试卷满分140分，考试时间120分钟）I.Listening comprehension Section ADirections:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and a question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.$20.B.$40.C.$60.D.$80.2. A.In a language lab. B.In a health center. C.In a museum.D.In a bookstore.3. A.On the bed.B.In the wardrobe.C.Under the lamp.D.Near the map.4. A.Shop assistant and customer. B.Husband and wife.C.Colleagues.D.Neighbors.5.A.He agrees with the woman on school life.B.He has much change after going to college.C.He dislikes his life on campus.D.He has remained the same since last year.6.A.He is lining up.B.He is jumping the queue unknowingly.C.He is complaining of the long queue.D.He is standing behind the woman.7.ing core vocabulary.B.Having a general knowledge of grammar.C.Remembering more words.D.Concentrating on the key words.8.A.She has failed in the final exams.B.She should focus on her study.C.She should not have been anxious.D.She shouldn't take too many courses.9.A.Ask his mum to pay for his study.B.Do some part-time jobs.C.Transfer to another school next semester.D.Talk about it with his mum.10. A.It is full of nonsense.B.It can hardly arouse the woman's interest.C.It should be lent to more people.D.It is appealing tohim.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two passages and one longer conversation.After each passage or conversation, you will be asked several questions.The passages and conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions11through13are based on the following passage.11. A.A naturalist. B.A zoo specialist.C.A TV reporter.D.A nurse.12. A.They are gentle and shy. B.They are long-armed man-eatersC.They are good at smile from ear to ear.D.They are fierce animals.13. A.Many species in the world may die out.B.A good example can be followed to preserve wildlife.C.Women are encouraged to work for zoos.D.Our world is not safe today.Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14. A.Industrial management. cational subjects.C.Vocational subjects.puter-aided design.15. A.Admissions Tutors. B.Persons in the information office.C.Careers'tutors.D.Persons in the library.16. A.Foreign language. B.Work experience.cational background.D.Students'talent.Questions17through20are based on the following conversation.17. A.Because they usually set fires at a wedding ceremony.B.Because people who receive them will give the couple a red envelop with money.C.Because they look like small bombs in a red envelop.D.Because Chinese people love red color especially at their wedding ceremonies.18. A.They often refer to a gift registry from the bride and groom.B.They directly ask the bride and groom for some advice.C.They usually buy whatever they like themselves.D.They prefer to buy some special and expensive gifts.19. A.They have to promise to be responsible for their family.B.They often promise to take care of each other's parents.C.They usually promise to love and care for each other.D.They need promise to bring a happy life to the other.20. A.Chinese love alcohol while Americans prefer wine instead.B.Chinese toast with dishes but Americans toast with a cake.C.In China people toast after dancing but in U.S.people tend to toast before dancing.D.In China the bride and groom toast the guests while in U.S.guests toast the couple.Section ADirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.When people need to make important decisions,one of their first steps is usually to collect information about the issue at hand.And the more crucial the decision is,the more information people or businesses and organizations usually want.(21)_____computers are capable of collecting and analyzing far more information than human beings,it makes sense that organizations would use them for this purpose.This use and analysis of large amounts of information is known as big data.To decide if data sets count as big data,they are evaluated using three standards,(22)_____(know)as"the three Vs."The first is volume:Big data involves large amounts of data,most of(23)_____comes without structure or organization.The second is velocity meaning speed:Big data is received quickly because it often reaches the programs that use it directly from the internet.Many of these programs(24)_____(design)to adapt to changes in the data quickly as well.Finally,big data offers(25)_____(great)variety than traditional data,including more unstructured data. Because of the three Vs,human analysts can only work with big data with the help of computer programs designed to manage it.Businesses can use big data to help understand their customers,either as a group or individually.For example,some (26)_____(stream)websites rely on big data to suggest music or television offerings tailored to the user's interests.Big data can also help companies decide how much inventory(库存)they need so that they don't waste money producing and storing products that customers(27)_____not buy.In healthcare,programmers(28)_____(develop)tools to help doctors and patients to make medical decisions using big data.This can process information about specific patients from at-home medical devices such as heart-rate monitors.Governments can use big data(29)_____(plan)efficient public transportation systems and identify roads that need maintenance.When used for this purpose,big data is not controversial.But some oppose other uses of big data by governments(30)_______________they might impact on citizens'privacy in an attempt to control behavior.Big data can be a useful tool for many types of organizations that seek to use it to make better decisions to benefit people.Section BDirections:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.invaluableB.roughlyC.satisfyingD.distractionE.simplyF.advantageG.reasonable H.performed I.schedule J.planned K.excellencePeople tend to think that productivity involves doing several things at once,but according to Cal Newport,the secret to success is the opposite of multitasking.Newport is the author of Deep Work,a book that describes the benefits of focusing on one thing and doing it with31.Newport defines deep work as"the ability to focus without32on a cognitively(认知地)demanding task."It's the opposite of shallow work,which is made up of simple tasks that are usually33while distracted.According to Newport,deep work is a(n)34skill in today's economy.It allows you to learn difficult things quickly and produce at a high level.Most people are distracted when they work,so you learn to work without distraction, that gives you35.Deep work enables you to produce to the best of your ability and acquire new skills quickly. Developing excellence in one's craft can be a deeply36try.But deep work itself is also a skill,which means the more time you spend at it,the easier it gets.Moreover,if you only work at a shallow level,your ability to do deep work decreases.So how do you conduct deep work into your work life or your studies?It's essentially important to37deep work into your day.Otherwise,it's easy to let your time fill up with shallow work.Newport recommends doing deep work as your first task of the day.That way you get it done before distractions build up.Shallow work does need to get done,but if you save it for later in the day,you can get your deep work done,too.Scheduling deep work sessions for the same time every day can turn them into a habit.This makes it easier to spend time on them.Because deep work is by definition cognitively demanding,you won't be able to do it all day.Beginners can usually only focus on deep work for38an hour,and even experts have trouble going more than four hours.So set39 goals for yourself.If you really focus,you'll be surprised at how much you accomplish in a few hours.By focusing on40sessions of deep work,you can get more done in less time and feel more satisfied.III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Ideally,childhood is a time of growth and learning,preparing for adulthood and also having fun.But for many children around the world,this time is cut short when they are forced to work,sometimes in dangerous conditions. 41,the United Nations(U.N.),some national governments and other organizations42June12as the annual World Day Against Child Labor.As of2020,around160million children worked as child laborers,which means that one child in10was a child laborer.43,child labor has decreased over the past20years,but in recent years,this progress has stopped.Child labor is44from ordinary housework,helping with a family business or(for older children)working to earn pocket money when not in school.Work done by children is45as child labor when it harms the child physically, mentally,socially or46,or when it prevents the child's education.About79million children are engaged in hazardous child labor.Sometimes this means the work itself is dangerous because of heavy machinery or exposure to47.Hazardous child labor can also involve harsh conditions,long hours, or48to various kinds of abuse.The primary goal of the World Day Against Child Labor is raising49of the issue and encouraging individuals,organizations and governments bating(打击)child labor is a complex task.It involves social workers who identify child laborers and take action to provide these children and their families with other51. But it also involves change in communities as a whole,52the social regulations that can lead adults to make their children work.Child labor and poverty often go hand in hand as parents feel removing their children from school is necessary to earn money for their survival.So,measures meant to fight53are also tied to preventing child labor.Ensuring that children have quality educational opportunities is also important.If more opportunities were54,more parents might give up the immediate benefit of a child's paycheck to give that child an education.Child labor is harmful to children and to communities,since it prevents children from growing into healthy, educated citizens who could make a(n)55in society.By highlighting the problem and offering a variety of solutions,the World Day Against Child Labor can make the situation a bit better.41.A.In addition B.As a result C.Above all D.After all42.A.recognize B.discover C.choose D.consider43.A.Nevertheless B.Therefore C.Overall D.Moreover44.A.distinguished B.transferred C.ranged D.evolved45.A.evaluated B.classified bined D.separated46.A.sincerely B.negatively C.positively D.morally47.A.chemicals B.lights C.wastes D.gases48.A.harm B.pollution C.exposure D.danger49.A.value B.awareness C.status D.significance50.A.take place B.take care C.take over D.take action51.A.options B.questions C.elements D.examples52.A.promoting B.urging C.challenging D.adjusting53.A.disease B.disaster C.survival D.poverty54.A.available B.sustainable C.accessible D.advisable55.A.choice B.difference C.effort D.decisionSection BDirections:Read the following four passages.Each passage is followed by several questions.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)During the Second World War,Dr.William Walsh served on a U.S.Navy ship in the South Pacific.While serving there,Walsh observed the poor health conditions in which the people of the South Pacific lived.After the war ended in1945,Walsh founded an organization called Project Hope.Its goal was to bring health education and care to people in poor countries around the world.In1958,Walsh convinced U.S.President Eisenhower to allow Project Hope to rent a U.S.Navy hospital ship for just one dollar a year.Many companies and ordinary people donated money to Project Hope.The organization used the funds to turn the navy ship into a civilian hospital ship called the SS Hope.During the next14years,the SS Hope traveled to every region of the world.Wherever it went,it provided health care for needy people and helped poor countries establish their own health care systems.In1974,the SS Hope was retired from service,and Project Hope began to provide health care on land instead.The story of the SS Hope inspired Don and Deyon Stephens to buy a passenger ship in1978and transform it into another hospital ship.Since then,their organization,called Mercy Ships,has sent ships equipped with medical supplies and hospital beds around the world.Doctors volunteer to travel on these vessels or ships and perform free surgeries on people who need them.They can correct people's vision,straighten bent limbs,remove facial tumors(肿块)and more. Mercy Ships also provides medical equipment for local health clinics and builds medical facilities.In addition,it teaches local people how to farm their land more effectively and more sustainably.56.What happened to the SS Hope in1974?A.It sank unexpectedly.B.It was fully repaired.C.It launched new services.D.It ceased operations.57.Who gave Walsh permission to use a ship for one dollar?A.An entertainer in America.B.Two American accountants.C.An America's top politician.D.Smart American investors.58.What does the article indicate about surgeries on Mercy Ships'vessels?A.They put physicians and nurses at risk.B.They're done at no charge to patients.C.They mainly benefit wealthy individuals.D.They've resulted in serious infections.59.According to this article,what do local people learn to do with the aid of Mercy Ships?A.Make a good living from tourism.B.Grow crops with greater success.C.Manufacture popular electronics.D.Establish education institutions.From:Bridget Pecolini<*************************>To:Anson Wong<*********************>Re:Questions about online math contestDate:June18,2023Dear Mr.Wong,Thank you for your email.We're so glad your children are signed up to participate in our math contest.I hope it will be a rewarding and enriching experience for them.You can access the training session and practice tests by logging into our website at .Once you're signed in,you will see several tabs on the left-hand side.One of them will say"Enrolled."If you click on the drop-down menu there,you'll find the names of the children you registered.If you click on each name,you'll be given the option of joining a training session or doing practice tests.I hope that answers your question!Please let me know if you need any further help.Sincerely,Bridget Pecolini60.What can Gary do at the beginning of August?A.He can take a class to learn how to succeed.B.He can do the contests from two years ago.C.He can contact the contest organizers.D.He can try the most recent practice contest.61.Why did Bridget contact Anson?A.She was checking in on him.B.She was responding to his email.C.She was looking for information.D.She was asking him to pay.62.When does the official contest take place?A.It takes place on June18.B.It takes place on August7.C.It takes place on August12.D.It takes place on August14.(C)You constantly find yourself apologizing to a friend when you've done nothing wrong.You feel you must obey someone's demands,or they will be upset with you or even harm you or themselves.An unclear or specific threat is made that causes you to fear that someone will reveal a secret or weakness,so you do what that person wants.Or perhaps a relative is trying to make you feel obliged to do something by saying,"That's what friends or family do for each other." They arouse feelings of guilt in you for not meeting their needs.If you have had experience with any of these cases,then you are the victim of emotional blackmail(勒索).This style of handle controls you through your emotions.Fear,obligation and guilt-FOG-are used by an emotional blackmailer to get what they want from people.Anyone-a friend,colleague,parent,partner or other family members-could be that person.Their demands are intended to control their victim's behavior in unhealthy methods.Intentional or unintentional,if your needs are always brushed aside in favor of the other person's,things need to change.Dr.Susan Forward identifies six stages in emotional blackmail.Implied or obvious demands come first."I don't think you should do things with that person.They're not good for you."After this kind of statement,the ball is in the victim's court,so stage two is resistance.The victim often avoids the blackmailer or suggests alternatives instead of saying no.Stage three is persistent pressure by the blackmailer:"If we were really friends,you'd do it."Stage four involves threats:"If you don't do this...then I will..."The victim doesn't want the blackmailer to make good on their threats,so obedience,which is stage five,often leaves the victim feeling guilty or resentful.In stage six the blackmailer backs off until the next demand.What can you do?First,recognize if you are being pressured,threatened or controlled.Stay calm,and stop so you can consider other possibilities.Identify your triggers;don't be pressured into an immediate response.Offer a compromise(妥协).Tell the blackmailer how you feel,and give them a chance to acknowledge their behavior and change.If they won't,walk away from the relationship.Under no circumstances should you let your fears be used against you.63.According to the passage,emotional blackmail means______.A.a kind of emotion that can be mailed to others onlineB.a kind of action to influence others by means of emotionC.a colour that can greatly influence others'emotionD.a situation where emotion can be stored and given out freely64.What is the purpose of using Dr.Susan Forward's six stages in emotional blackmail?A.To illustrate the process of emotional blackmail.B.To explain the origin of emotional blackmail.C.To prove the existence of emotional blackmail.D.To demonstrate the theory of emotional blackmail.65.The word resentful in the last paragraph but one most probably means______.A.amazedB.frightenedC.indifferentD.angry66.We can conclude from the passage that______.A.wherever you are,it is impossible to avoid emotional blackmail in lifeB.whenever you're emotionally blackmailed,just let it be with no responseC.it's an advisable way to give a proper response when emotionally blackmailedD.it's a correct response to sincerely negotiate with emotional blackmailer thenSection CDirections:Read the following passage.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A.But this technology can be dangerous as well.B.You just need to have some experience with technology as well as a proper computer.C.Therefore,AI technology will be used more and more wildly in the future.D.AI text-to-image generators will become as common and easy to use as Google image search.E.Rather,it will categorize every possible detail.F.Meanwhile,the generator can help people to recognize various information accurately.Have you ever wondered what you would look like as a cartoon character or a marvel superhero?With the power of artificial intelligence(AI)text-to-image generators,you can create images just like that-without any art skills.67 How does it work?AI text-to-image generators are trained through a process called machine learning.In this process,the generator's "brain"is fed massive numbers of images and learns to distinguish what they are.But the generator doesn't just learn to tell the difference between a banana and a balloon.68These pixel-level details are then stored in a mathematical space.When someone gives the generator a text passage such as"Doraemon riding a white horse,"the program uses algorithms(算法)to"think."Moments later,the program will create an entirely unique image that you requested.Some artists worry that they are being replaced by this technology.But other artists like to cooperate with the generator,using its power for ideas and inspiration.This powerful tool is now available to anyone through generators like Stable Diffusion and DALL-E.You can use them to create all kinds of imaginative images.69The dark sideGenerators like Stable Diffusion are trained using images that are gathered from all over the internet.But the training process doesn't exclude(排除)images that are violent or inappropriate,so the generators"learn"those as well. The DALL-E program comes with built-in filters that prevent it from generating perverse(变态的)images.But Stable Diffusion is an open-source technology,meaning that people can modify its code and remove the content filters.Despite this,Stable Diffusion's founder Emad Mostaque remains optimistic about how people will use his generator.He says, "The bad stuff that people create...will be a very,very small percentage of the total use."For better or for worse，70But don't generate anything you'd be ashamed to show your mother！IV.Summary Writing71.Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more e your own words as far as possible.Do you have a favorite podcast?That can be a difficult question to answer for some as there are so many options.That is because the world is full of interesting topics and thoughts about them.If you feel you have something engagingand valuable to share,start a podcast.A podcast is a series of audio episodes that cover a particular subject.The first step to creating a podcast is to findyour topic.It's believed that the best topics are ones that you know a lot about and love.Another important step is to make sure you have the right equipment.While podcast equipment can be complex andexpensive,it doesn't have to be.For your first podcast,you can simply rely on your phone and computer.You can recordall of your audio on your phone.Then with your computer-and the right software-you can mix the audio.This is theprocess of putting your audio together into one perfect-sounding file.After you have your topic and equipment,you'll want to choose your format.Your podcast could be one personspeaking,two people talking,or many people offering their opinions.Your podcast could also include more than one ofthese options.Once you've decided,you can start drafting your episodes.However,whatever format or formats you choose,maintain the same structure for each episode.The next step is to find a quiet place and do your recording.When you've completed your recording and audio mixing,you'll need to find a platform for your podcast.Luckilythere are plenty of free and paid platform options on which to upload your podcast.Before uploading,make sure youhave an interesting title and good tags for your show.Be sure to post about your show on social media.Get your podcastlisted in a podcast directory,too.You want to get the word out about your podcast to grow your audience.Your podcastjust might become someone's new favorite.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the word given in the brackets.72.坦白说，你昨天在会上表达的观点还是有争议的。
2021_2022学年新教材高中英语Unit1TeenageLifeListeningandTalk
Unit 1Teenage LifeListening and TalkingReading for WritingPlan a camp for teenagers Ⅰ. 话题词汇1. adventure camp 探险营地2. International Youth Camp 国际青年营3. go camping 去野营4. survival skills 生存技能5. make a fire 生火6. spoken English 英语口语7. give a speech 发表演讲Ⅱ. 话题句式1. We will learn survival skills.我们将要学习生存技能。
2. We are going to learn about wildlife.我们将要学习关于野生动植物的知识。
3. I plan to improve my spoken English.我计划提高我的英语口语水平。
4. There will be students from different countries.将有来自不同国家的学生。
5. I hope to make some new friends.我希望结交一些新朋友。
Ⅲ. 情境交际(听录音补全对话)Cao Jing: Hi, Max. What’re you going to do this vacation?Max: I’m going to an ①adventure camp.Cao Jing: Adventure camp? What’re you going to do there?Max: We’ll learn survival skills. For example, I’ll learn how to ②make a fire. There’ll be some ③experts there to show us how to live in the wild. I think it’s going ④to be fun.Cao Jing: Cool.Max: What about you?Cao Jing: I’m going to an international youth camp. There’ll be ⑤lots of students from different countries.Max: Wow! What will you do there?Cao Jing: I’m not sure yet, but the topic is about teenagers and teenage life. I’m going to ⑥give a speech about student life in China.Max: Sounds interesting. What kind of stuff will you talk about?Cao Jing: Oh, teenage life, you know, study, relationships, dreams, plans. . . It’s a bit of challenge, but a good chance. I plan to improve my spoken English. Max: Good for you. I hope you have ⑦lots of fun there, too.Cao Jing: Oh, definitely. I think it will be very interesting, and I hope to make some friends.Ⅳ. 听说演练Film CampDo you want to have fun and learn at the same time? Then come to our camp. In our camp, you can ①learn about making films(了解制作电影). There will be ②many interesting activities(许多有趣的活动). First, we are going to create a screenplay. Then we’ll have try-outs for the cast of the film. We also plan to have a famous director come and give us ③advice on how to make the film(关于如何制作电影的建议). Finally, we’ll make the film and ④show it on local TV(在本地电视台展示这部电影). Please come to our camp.Ⅰ. 必备单词: 根据提示填写单词1. a round paper plate一个圆的纸盘2. adventure camp探险营3. international youth camp 国际青年营4. learn survival skills学习生存技能5. from some experts从一些专家那里6. about his behaviour关于他的行为7. teenagers of your generation你们这一代的青少年8. they are adults他们是成年人9. attract many customers 吸引很多顾客Ⅱ. 必备短语: 英汉双译1. be attracted to喜爱2. focus on集中; 特别关注3. addicted to对……很入迷4. be worried about担忧5. concentrate on集中于Ⅲ. 必备句式: 翻译课文原句, 并观察黑体部分1. But spending too much time online is unhealthy and makes it very difficult to focus on other things in life.译文: 然而, 花费太多时间上网是不健康的, 也会使他们很难专注于生活中的其他事情。
2023年上海市宝山区高三上学期高考一模英语试卷含答案
2022学年第一学期期末高三年级英语学科教学质量监测试卷（本试卷满分140分，考试时间120分钟）I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.At a library. B.At a garage. C.At a shop. D.At a hotel.2. A.Colleagues. B.Teacher and student.C.Classmates.D.Boss and secretary.3. A.They are boring. B.They are informative.C.They are helpful.D.They are impractical.4. A.Wear his suit. B.Prepare for cold weather.C.Dress informally.D.Find out who's going to the party.5. A.He doesn't feel qualified for it. B.He'd like a higher salary.C.He's completely satisfied with it.D.He'd like to work less per week.6. A.He has bad study habits. B.He sleeps too much.C.He wakes up too early.D.He's a top student.7. A.Join the club himself. B.Attend the next club meeting.C.Persuade the member not to quit.D.Look for someone to fill the position.8. A.Her new glasses aren't comfortable.B.She's too busy to get an eye check-up.C.She has to check when the appointment is.D.She decided not to cancel her appointment.9. A.Annie should try to avoid getting sick.B.He has known Annie's neighbor for many years.C.He doesn't know many composers of classical music.D.Annie might spend a lot of money on classical music.10. A.He has just recovered from the flu.B.He won't be able to go to the cinema.C.He has already seen the film before.D.He doesn't think the film is good.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two passages and one longer conversation.After each passage or conversation,you will be asked several questions.The passages and conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions11through13are based on the following passage.11. A.Students'need for more sleep. B.Students'eagerness for breakfast time.C.Students'loads of homework.D.Students'lack of loving care.12. A.Physical. B.Genetic.C.Mental.D.Emotional.13. ter start time. B.Causes of sleeplessness.C.Reasons for being tired.D.Public health issue.Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14. A.Social traditions. B.students'pictures.C.Campus newspapers.D.Teaching activities.15. A.Because students who produce them are unpaid.B.Because yearbooks are expensive to print.C.Because yearbooks are similar to campus newspapers.D.Because students are not interested in them.16. A.Students knowing the answer when called upon in class are called curls.B."Corksand Curls"hasn't stopped publishing until its120th anniversary.C."Corksand Curls"is a yearbook name of Towson University.D."Curls"means someone curling their tail in upset.Questions17through20are based on the following conversation.17. A.Because she indeed likes to travel without other's company.B.Because she is tired of always being surrounded by others.C.Because she is unwilling to be surrounded while traveling.D.Because she really doesn't want to compromise in her life.18. nguage and danger. B.German and customs.C.Time and nerves.D.Experience and surroundings.19. A.9. B.10. C.11. D.12.20. A.She would change her original idea and go travel with John.B.She would go traveling with her friends after the conversation.C.She would give up the travel at present and do it next year.D.She would continue her original plan no matter what happens.II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.Rob and Jane are classmates at a university.It is the beginning of the semester and time to buy books for various classes.Their university not only makes paper textbooks available but also offers digital textbooks to its students.Rob and Jane(21)______(talk)about which type of book they prefer.Rob:I think I'm going to study digitally this year.Jane:What do you mean？Rob:Well,the majority of the textbooks I need for my classes(22)______(offer)digitally.So I'm going to buy access in that form.That way I can study on my computer,phone or e-reader.The content is the same as a paper textbook.Jane:Are you sure?I've heard that not all textbooks are compatible(与...一致的)with all media devices.I had a friend last year who had some problems(23)______(access)her books on certain devices.Rob:Really?I've never heard that.The people to(24)______I talked said it was super convenient.Besides,my budget is very limited right now.The digital format costs less than half the price of the paper textbook.Jane:True.But at the end of the semester,you can sell back a paper textbook.That way you can recover some of your money.Rob:I also have to work most days after class.(25)______(study)digitally means I don't need to carry around a bunch of heavy books.So it would be much more convenient for me. Jane:Convenience isn't(26)______.I find it much easier to focus on what I'm reading in a real book.It's also easier to follow a lecture and turn to the page that's being discussed.Rob:Yes,but I can access a page by searching for a word,so I can find it easily.Jane:I find it easier to recall information I want to remember(27)______I mark it in an actual book. Rob:But you can do that(28)______digital material,too.Jane:Have you ever had a textbook that you wanted to keep for future reference?You know some textbooks are only available the semester you buy it.After that,you lose access to it. Rob:Oh!I'll have to look into(29)______digital books I'd have permanent access to,then. Jane:You know,I also read that when people read digitally their comprehension is weaker.Peopleapparently read faster on a screen.But they don't remember details as(30)______（well)as someone who reads it on paper.Rob:I guess I'll find out.Anyway,I'm going to try it.Jane:Let me know how it works.I'm sticking with paper.Section BDirections:After reading the passage below,fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box.Each word can be used only once.Note that there is one more word than you need.A.disturbingB.resourcesC.alteredD.effectiveE.recordedF.permanentlyG.speciallyH.machinesI.signifiedJ.accuratelyK.impossibleWhen an endangered seabird hits a power line,it makes a sound"very much like the laser sound from Star Wars,"says conservation biologist Marc Travers.He should know,as his team from the Endangered Seabird Recovery Project__31__thousands of hours of audio to determine if power lines affected local seabirds.Travers was trying to help establish how frequently birds are killed by power lines on the island of Kauai in Hawaii in2011.His team recorded600hours of audio and sent the recordings to Conservation Metrics,a company that assists conservation efforts with AI__32__.Conservation Metrics used a program to "listen"to the recordings and count the sounds that__33__bird electrocutions(电击).The result was__34__,as the number of bird electrocutions was in the thousands.Armed with proof that power lines were killing a significant number of birds,the team worked with the local utility(公共事业)service to reduce bird deaths.In science fiction stories such as The Matrix,AI-powered__35__take over the world and end life on the planet as we know it.But in reality,programs that use AI to sort through mountains of data might just save some species from disappearing__36__.By many measures,humans have been poor managers of the planet.Humans have__37__as much as97percent of land ecosystems.Key populations of monitored animals have declined as much as68percent since1970.The decline in biodiversity around the world has created a hopeless situation.Conservation efforts lack key resources they need to be__38__.Fortunately,humans now have AI-based tools that can help.AI can quickly and__39__sort through large amounts of data created by observations in the field.Then other programs such as PAWS(Protection Assistant for Wildlife Security)can help analyze the data and suggest the most effective ways to focus conservation efforts.In large national parks and wildlife reserves,illegal hunters are a danger for animals both big and small.Some animals are worth a lot of money on the black market.Park rangers are left with a(n)__40__task because there is too much land to cover.But the PAWS program allows rangers to focus their efforts.PAWS has even predicted the existence of trap lines in areas not yet checked by rangers!We still face many challenges to change the loss of wildlife,but AI-powered programs promise to be a powerful conservation tool.III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B, C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Online art of all kinds can be accessed by as many people as the hosting server permits.But there is a(n)41that is allowing people to buy digital art.Digital art that is sold online is known as an NFT,which42non-fungible token(非同质化代币).Non-fungible means that the item cannot be43by a similar item.For example, coins and bills are fungible because they have a set value and are easily exchanged.44, trading cards are non-fungible because their worth varies depending on which card you have.An NFT can be45anything digital-songs,videos,images or even a social media post,one of which sold for almost US$3million!Others may be able to see this NFT,or art,but one person is listed as the owner on a blockchain-that is,a public46.Blockchains are well equipped to keep track of the owner of NFT.In fact,they are used to record all kinds of online47.Some people are describing NFTs as an online version of collecting fine art.And collectors are48to put their money where their mouth is,paying thousands or even millions of dollars for NFTs.As with fine art collecting,some people see purchasing NFTs as a(n)49,buying art that they plan to sell at a higher price later.Others want the esteem(成就感)that comes with owning an NFT made by a famous50.But given that a copy of an NFT is identical to the51, the wisdom of paying massive amounts of money for one may seem52.On the other hand,the popularity of NFTs is53good news for the artists who create them.Upon selling their works as NFTs,artists receive much more than the small amounts of money they get when someone streams their video,for example.Some NFTs are even set up so that every time a work changes hands,the creator receives a percentage of the price.Thus,the artist can be paid for a single NFT many times over.54,every NFT is unique,though some creators produce multiple very similar NFTs (sort of like how multiple copies of any given trading card exist).55will tell whether NFT art will pay off for collectors in the long run,but for now it's providing some people-including the artists-with large sums of money.41.A.regulation B.art C.skill D.trend42.A.focuses on B.stands for C.points to D.consists in43.A.replaced B.produced C.released D.covered44.A.In a word B.In other words C.In contrast D.In conclusion45.A.practically B.extremely C.eventually D.constantly46.A.image B.database C.relationship D.benefit47.A.activities B.performances munications D.deals48.A.afraid B.eager C.willing D.doubtful49.A.amusement B.investment C.donation D.hobby50.A.creator B.craftsman C.official D.scientist51.A.critical B.moderate C.final D.original52.A.foolish B.intelligent C.questionable D.mysterious53.A.generally B.definitely C.consequently D.specifically54.A.Theoretically B.Objectively C.Honestly D.Strictly55.A.Standard B.Money C.Time D.Technology Section BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Jailbreaking commonly refers to unlocking iOS for iPhones and iPads.Seventeen-year-old George Hotz,or geohot as he liked to be called,was the first person to jailbreak an iPhone.He accomplished his feat in2007,and many others followed his lead.Jailbreaking an iPhone offers some distinct benefits.With a jailbroken iPhone,you have numerous ways to change any setting to suit your needs.You can also alter the look and feel of the phone so that it matches your personality.Another advantage of jailbreaking for iPhone users is the ability to install apps not offered in Apple's App Store.Cydia,an alternative app store for jailbroken iOS devices,offers a variety of apps,some of which cost more than others.Before jailbreaking your iPhone,you should consider the consequences.Jailbreaking immediately voids(使无效)your iPhone's warranty,which means that Apple is no longer required to fix your phone if something goes wrong.Jailbreaking also exposes you to the dangers associated with alternative apps.Poor quality apps from alternative app stores may cause your iPhone to crash more often or stop working altogether.After jailbreaking your iPhone,you must also be careful not to allow Apple to install new software on your phone.Apple naturally discourages its customers from jailbreaking their iPhones.According to the company,jailbreaking doesn't just affect the security and stability of an iPhone.It can also shorten the phone's battery life.For many people,this is an important consideration.56.Which aspects of jailbreaking does the article discuss?A.The ways in which jailbreaking can save people timeB.The positives and negatives associated with jailbreakingC.The clients who got into legal trouble for jailbreakingD.The best and worst techniques for jailbreaking phones57.What does the article imply about the first person to jailbreak an iPhone?A.He apologized for his actions.B.He produced hardware designs.C.He gave himself a nickname.D.He was turned down for a job.58.From this article,what can readers learn about the products offered by Cydia?A.Their prices vary somewhat.B.Their inventors are quite young.C.They're still manufactured abroad.D.They take only a few moments to install.59.According to Apple,what might happen after a person jailbreaks his or her iPhone?A.It might need a new camera stand.B.It might become harder to sell.C.It might be easily damaged by water.D.It might use up its battery faster.(B)To:**************From:**************Subject:Confidential:Managerial AdviceDate:Feb.16,2022Hi Dan,I'm writing to ask if you could give me advice.Please note that this must all be kept secret.I am emailing you because I know that you are a trusted friend,and you have had experience in this area.I've been obliged to reduce my department's budget-within the month,too.I'm not looking forward to this and am not sure where to begin since I hope that I won't have to create any layoffs. Long story short,I would really appreciate meeting with you at some point to see if you can offer up any advice or suggestions.Thanks in advance.Regards,SandyTo:**************From:**************Subject:Re:Confidential:Managerial AdviceDate:Feb.17,2022Hi Sandy,I'm glad that you thought of me as someone to go to.I definitely don't mind being your sounding board,and I can meet with you anytime starting next Monday.I realize that you may want to start thinking of some ideas sooner than later.My biggest piece of advice to you is to make sure you feel your way among your staff to get an impression of how people are currently coping with our company's economic situation.Talk to them and find out what's important to them.Of course,do it casually so that no one's guard is up.Email or call me to let me know when you want to meet. Dan60.What is Sandy responsible for?A.Firing bad employeesB.Cutting costs and expensesC.Figuring out the new computer programbining the two divisions of the company61.What suggestion does Dan give Sandy?A.Start questioning all workers under her.B.Act carefully and find out employees'thoughts.C.Give out a questionnaire(问卷)for everyone to fill out.D.Require extra overtime from staff members.62.The phrase"sounding board"in the body of the second email,is closest in meaning to:A.listenerB.examinerC.designerrmer(C)When disaster strikes a community,it is often critical that assistance be provided right away. The best first responders are the people who call that area home.The Community Emergency Response Team(CERT)program teaches civilians how to prepare themselves for dangers that might affect their communities.Teams of volunteers are trained in basic skills such as fire safety and prevention,search and rescue,and first aid.After training,these volunteers can begin to provide immediate assistance in the consequence of disasters before professional rescuers arrive.A CERT team can make a huge difference to a community.During the early stages of a disastrous event,citizens will likely face extreme challenges on their own.Emergency services are usually overwhelmed(压倒),and communities may be isolated because of blocked roads.A CERT team can size up the situation in their neighborhood and provide help right away.In1986, untrained volunteers saved more than800lives in the Mexico City earthquake.Unfortunately,at least100volunteers also died in the process.To ensure their community was better prepared in events like this,Los Angeles piloted the first CERT program in1986,and many cities followed their lead.People of all ages can participate in a CERT program-there is even a teen program for adolescents.Local CERT trainers hold an annual training class and provide subsequent(后续的) classes throughout the year to consolidate skills.CERT programs are useful on many different levels.Volunteers are trained to act as eyes and ears,locating trapped victims for uniformed emergency responders who arrive later.They learn to put out small fires,shut off equipment,rescue survivors and provide basic medical treatment. Volunteers also create disaster plans to evacuate(疏散)families as well as collect and store disaster supplies such as water,food and first-aid kits.Working with professionals,a CERT team can help reduce injuries,loss of life and property damage.There are now CERT programs throughout the United States,and more than600,000people have trained as volunteers.Brazil,New Zealand and Turkey have similar programs.Citizens participate because they believe that everyone in a community has a role in disaster preparedness. By working competently as a team,CERT volunteers protect not only themselves but also the people around them when disasters occur.63.According to the passage,when do CERT members usually provide assistance?A.Before those professional rescuers arrive.B.When uniformed emergency responders arrive.C.During the early stages of a disastrous event.D.Throughout the process of rescue in a disaster.64.The word"pilot"in the second paragraph most probably means__________.A.conductB.imitateC.passD.discuss65.According to the passage,residents in the community in some countries are willing to beCERT volunteers because__________.A.they think each in the community is important in preventing and fighting against disasterB.they believe everyone in the community has the responsibility in a sudden natural disasterC.they think volunteers in the community can protect themselves and others in a disasterD.they believe they can help victims earlier and more effectively than professional ones66.What would be the proper title for the passage?A.CERT and professional rescue teams are importantB.CERT is a folk but helpful organization in AmericaC.Ordinary people can save lives in a natural disasterD.Volunteers can effectively prevent a natural disasterSection CDirections:Complete the following passage by using the sentences in the box.Each sentence can only be used once.Note that there are two sentences more than you need.A.And if you're losing weight,protein shakes can help make sure that you don't lose muscle.B.Protein shakes can also help people to manage their figures,especially their weight.C.Moreover,these foods contain other nutrients in addition to protein.D.Therefore,it is unnecessary to take protein shakes unless it is a must.E.Protein shakes can be ready-made drinks.F.And high-protein diets have also been linked to the loss of fat.Many people drink protein shakes（高蛋白饮品）regularly to lose weight,build muscle or both.Others,however,question the belief that protein shakes are better than normal,high-protein foods.So what is the truth?What is in a protein shake?Protein shakes are dietary supplements(膳食补充品)designed to help people consume more protein than they otherwise would.67Or people can mix their own shakes using protein powder and other ingredients.Protein powder can be made from plants or animals. Plant-based protein shakes can include soy,pea or rice protein.Animal-based protein powders are usually made from cow's milk.Those who want to stay away from milk can also get protein powder made from egg whites.Advantages of protein shakesStudies indicate that consuming protein shakes is helpful if you want to build your muscle. They can also help to improve your performance while exercising and help you to recover from exercise.68Consuming protein shakes can also help you lose weight.Eating a high-protein diet helps you feel full,so it's easier to resist eating too much.High-protein diets can also increase how quickly your body burns energy.When you use more energy than you take in through food,you lose weight.69Disadvantages of protein shakesHowever,you don't have to drink protein shakes to have a high-protein diet.Many wholefoods are rich in protein.As a matter of fact,the people in many high-protein diet studies didn't drink protein shakes.The studies proved the benefits of eating protein-rich foods.70In contrast,many protein shakes contain sugar or artificial sweeteners, which are not healthy.To sum upSo yes,protein shakes are convenient,and they work.However,they are not your only choice for eating a high-protein diet.IV.Summary Writing71.Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more e your own words as far as possible.When you're having fun with your friends,you take selfies.When you visit famous places, you take selfies.When you are in beautiful spots,you take selfies.But sometimes you don't look very attractive in the photos.And,of course,if you're going to post them,you want to look your best.What can you do?Instead of posting a photo you don't like,you can turn to photo retouching.When you retouch an image,you improve its appearance.Many apps offer you the ability to do that.Their easy-to-use tools help you smooth your skin,make your teeth straighter and whiter,and more. Within the apps,you can also change your facial features.You can make your eyes rounder and brighter.You can change the shape of your face or your nose.You can also change the direction of the light source or add highlights.All in all,you can make yourself look like you wish you looked.Now you've uploaded your retouched photos to social media.People leave positive comments,and you get a lot of likes.That's great,right?Maybe not.With so many people sharing personal images of their lives,it's almost like a contest.Who looks the best,takes perfect selfies and lives up to social media's standard of beauty? You need to be part of that crowd so that you don't feel left out.Worse yet,you feel if you're not part of that crowd,you may be criticized for your looks.Maybe you think that if you don't look like the influencers you follow,you're not good enough.People generally retouch themselves to have larger eyes,thinner chins and brighter skin.Does everyone now look the same?It seems like a lot of people are trying to match up to unrealistic beauty ideals.That isn't good for anyone's self-image.Perhaps it's time to post the real you and only lightly retouched,if at all.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets.72.在场的人都觉得他说的话不能证明他是无辜的。
上海市延安中学2023-2024学年高三上学期英语周测试题(一)
2023-2024学年延安中学高三英语第一学期周测一I.Listening comprehension(略)II.Grammar and Vocabulary(30分)Section ADirections:After reading the passages below,fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.(A)Left brain,meet right brain.Go forth and prosper.That could be the new formula for a successful career.The human brain,that extraordinary computer,is divided into two hemispheres, ____21____responsible for different skill sets.The left brain is popularly associated with logic and analytic thought;the right,with intuition and creativity.But many of the good jobs of the future,according to some employment experts,will require being good at using both sides of the brain.Burning Glass Technologies,a labor-market analytics firm in Boston,came up with the term "hybrid jobs"to describe the positions,which require skills not normally found together.For example,these hybrid jobs might require people____22____skills in data science and advertising,or engineering and sales.In its report,Burning Glass also differentiated between jobs that require lower and higher levels of hybridization,based mainly on the number of different skills required outside of a role's traditional requirements and____23____specialized or sophisticated those skills are.____24____Burning Glass forecasts overall job growth of about10%between2018and 2028,the Ann expects jobs that are the most hybridized____25____(grow)by21percent.What’s more,hybrid jobs pay more than positions that call for a traditional constellation(一系列相关想法或事物)of skills.For those____26____start out on the technical side the payoff for adding social or creative skills can also be large.For instance,an engineer who sharpens his or her sales skills and becomes a consulting engineer for software company working closely with business clients,____27____more than double his or her earnings.People who fail to update their skills will qualify for fewer jobs.People in hybrid jobs arealso____28____(likely)to become professionally eliminated.Highly hybridized jobs have only 12percent risk of being automated____29____(compare)with a42percent risk for jobs overall, says Binning Glass.Hybrid jobs are typically not entry-level roles,so they are available mainly to workers who have some years of experience and crucially,additional training beyond college or____30____ associate degree that means workers,employers and educational institutions will have to figure out how to more systematically prepare individuals for these roles.(B)Facing ChallengesA couple of weeks ago,my grandfather was explaining his favorite expression,“Nothing is ever easy.”The following day,as I tried to complete my day's work,I happened(31)________ (notice)a bumblebee(大黄蜂)on the skylight(天窗).The skylight was particularly high up,but I thought removing the bee(32)________(take)no more than five minutes.An hour later,the bee still remained.What had changed was that the living room was a mess and(33)________I was dizzy from looking up into the sunlight I did not expect to waste an hour(34)________an insect so tiny,but by doing so,I understood what my grandfather meant.It is not only time that we tend to underestimate------we don’t account for unexpected costs. We often imagine what can work in our favor,but we seldom think of all the negative things(35) ________could affect us.However,it is important to remember that your day or week or year might not go(36)________planned,and that is completely normal.It is perfectly acceptable to feel challenged—even at a task you thought was simple—because that is part of life.If you can accept that nothing will ever be easy,then life might seem slightly(37) ________(manageable).In high school,I thought college might be easier because I could have a schedule best(38)________(suit)for myself Yet each time,1was both wrong and disappointed. After accepting that school wouldn't(and shouldn't)be easy,I found myself with a more positive attitude and improved results.Of course,there should be preparations made to account for expenses or time.Doing so can only help you accomplish your goals in a better way.However,there is no need to beat(39) ________up when something stands in our path.Maybe we cannot see a bee(40)________(come)our way;but we can always give ourselves the extra time to catch it.Section BDirections:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.posedB.concernC.demandingD.potentialE.vitalityF.primarilyG.vulnerableH.literallypetitiveJ.alarmingK.appliedFifteen years ago,road crews began planting crown vetch(小冠花)along newly constructed highways to prevent soil erosion.Crown vetch is an aggressive ground cover plant with appealing flowers.Road improvement scars were quickly covered and erosion was no longer a/an ____41____.Then planners discovered a/an____42____problem.Crown vetch didn’t like staying in one place.If left unchecked,it could change the nation’s landscape as we know it. Most people pay little attention to this plant.Motorist use these roadways to get to a destination quickly.However,crown vetch matures into an18-inch high creeping,____43____plant that grows in all climates—wet or dry,hot or cold.It____44____begin to take over a roadside and nearby land overwhelming any vegetation in its path,including small trees.If this would happen, even the most unobservant driver would begin to notice a sameness in the vegetation mile after mile.Eventually,motorists would complain,____45____that the government do something about the problem.If crown vetch really took hold in an area,local crops and gardens could be at risk.According to Art Gover of Pennsylvania State University,crown vetch sprouts（发芽）from rhizomes (underground root runners)and seeds,which makes it fast growing and difficult to eliminate.The rhizomes can be up to10feet in length.As a result,crown vetch could easily overwhelm backyard gardens or croplands near roadsides.To eliminate the problem,strong chemicals may have to be ____46____to an infested（大批滋生的）area.Unfortunately,chemicals could kill any nearby desirable plants or contaminate the soil.Otherwise,fires would have to be set in these areas year after year.The greatest danger____47____by crown vetch is its____48____to invade and destroyany prairie（牧场）habitats.Native prairie land is unique to interior parts of the United States, ____49____in the plain states.Most of the original prairie is gone,and crown vetch could threaten what remains.A prairie needs to maintain a special balance of native plants and animals, and the introduction of crown vetch into the area would certainly destroy that balance.Fires, historically caused by lightning storms,help maintain the health and____50____of the prairies. However,if crown vetch were in the area,the plant bums too quickly and without the necessary heat to aid in prairie regeneration.It would be a tragedy to lose what remains of the nation's prairie lands because of an invasive plant,such as crown vetch.III.Reading Comprehension（60分）Section ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B, C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Only one class at Greendale High School let students dress up like singing candlesticks, carved rocks from foam,and play double-blind freeze.The class is Drama and Theatre,which is taught by Mr.Maclay.But it isn't all fun and games.The course also includes a____51____study of plays throughout time and____52____of how plays are put together.Drama and Theatre begins by____53____knowledge into students heads and ends by requiring students to pull out that knowledge onstage.The first half of the course____54____drama,which is the study of the history variety, and structure of plays.The course covers plays that range from ancient to modern,from classics by playwrights like Shakespeare and O'Neil to obscure(鲜为人知的)and____55____plays. Students learn to interpret drama,which is an essential skill for anyone in theatre.Actors and directors must interpret drama to give a/an authentic performance;technical people must interpret drama to design effective sets,lighting and sound;and theater managers and promoters must interpret drama to____56____shows and attract audiences.The second half of the course focuses on theater---which is the art of putting on a play. Students must complete projects in many areas of theatre production:lighting,set and costume design,makeup,stage management,directing,and acting.This requirement means that everyone learns what it is like for the other people involved in a production.Often,actors and crews hangtogether and____57____other groups in case of interference.By the time of our final production, our class was a____58____theatre group that worked well together under stress.The best feature of the class,____59____,is Mr.Maclay himself whose____60____of teaching and acting is expressed in the words of Polonius“To thine(古英语：你的)own self be true”(Hamlet1.3.78).Mr.Maclay has appeared in famous regional theaters and has performed with prestigious theatre companies.He has a wealth of knowledge and stories that he uses as he teaches.____61____,instead of simply saying that mistakes happen onstage,Mr.Maclay tells how he once____62____on his coat and almost knocked the other actor off the stage.His stories are educational,entertaining and inspirational.Mr.Maclay expects a great deal of himself and of his students and he inspires everyone to____63____to the challenge.Sometimes,however,Mr.Maclay's ambitions____64____his students'abilities.For example,he requires each student to memorize a Shakespearean soliloquy(独白)and recite it for the class.After the students nervously deliver their speeches,Mr.Maclay calls them up again to redeliver the soliloquies in different ways:as fast as possible,as loud as possible,sarcastically, with gestures for each word,like cartoon characters.Few students can meet this challenge. Overall,Drama and Theatre is a fascinating course.Mr.Maclay expects great things of his students,and most often students____65____themselves by meeting or exceeding his expectations.Even when Mr.Maclay pushes students beyond their abilities,they realize how much they need to learn.He teaches his students that“We are such stuff as dreams are made on”(The Tempest4.1.156).A.separateB.severeC.seriousD.secureA.assumptionB.analysisC.assemblyD.admissionA.pouringB.pullingC.pushingD.plungingA.is devoted toB.is committed toC.is adapted toD.is addicted to A.extraordinary B.extensive C.experimental D.expensiveA.performB.designC.writeD.scheduleA.concludeB.excludeC.includeD.precludeA.dark-horseB.white-faceC.double-dealerD.close-knitA.thoughB.thereforeC.whileD.thusA.psychologyB.philosophyC.procedureD.priorityA.By contrastB.For instanceC.What’s moreD.After allA.trippedB.putC.carriedD.focusedA.relateB.respondC.resolveD.riseA.underestimateB.overestimateC.exceedD.proceedA.enjoyB.behaveC.relaxD.surpriseDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Sherlock Holmes once asked Dr Watson about“the curious incident of the dog in the night-time”.When Watson pointed out that the dog did nothing in the night-time,Holmes responded,“That was the curious incident”.In The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time,Mark Haddon introduces another detective obsessed with discovering the truth.Christopher is a fifteen year old autistic savant who has trouble understanding other people but knows every prime number(质数)up to7,057.The story begins when Christopher discovers a crime scene across the street:a dog named Wellington lies dead.When the dog's owner found him there,he was suspected and put to jail. After being got out by his father;he pledges to solve the mystery of its death.As Christopher investigates the killing,he is directly confronted with a deeper mystery: other human beings.Like most people with autism,Christopher has trouble reading single facial expressions.People are confusing to him.By contrast,he likes dogs because he can always tell what they are thinking.They have only four moods,happy,sad,cross and concentrating.And they don't lie since they can’t talk.Haddon deepens the theme of mystery by exploring the complexities of human language, For example,Christopher never lies.A lie means saying something happened that didn't happen and Christopher cannot see the point of it.For him,the only things worth speaking about are facts and mathematics.Christopher also doesn't understand jokes and metaphors,such as"apple of my eye".He writes,“When I try and make a picture of the phrase in my head,it just confuses mebecause imagining an apple in someone's eye doesn't have anything to do with liking someone a lot.Christopher's quest for truth leads him inevitably to discover even deeper mysteries.Two years before the beginning of the story,Christopher's mother died of a sudden heart attack.At that time,Mrs.Shears,the neighbor woman who owned Wellington became a family friend who helped him deal with their grief Her friendship with them ended on the night that Wellington was killed.But the question is whether the friendship ended because of the dog's death or the dog died because the friendship ended.As Christopher investigates,he strips away years'woith of lies and discovers the truth.At the beginning of the book,Christopher writes,"This is a murder mystery novel",but it is much more than that Haddon uses the theme of mystery to show how deeply mysterious human expressions,language and relationships are to a person with autism.At first,the book seems to show the limits of being autistic,but in the end,it shows the limits of being normal.Christopher himself describes it best in the final sentence of the book:"And I know I can do this because I went to London on my own,because I solved the mystery of Who Killed Wellington?...and l was brave and I wrote a book and that means I can do anything."66.What can we infer from the conversation between Sherlock Holmes and Dr.Watson?A.Holmes was curious about dogs,behavior at nightB.Dr.Watson was not as curious about dogs as Holmes.C.Dogs are usually alert and active in the night-time.D.The dog mentioned by them was already killed.67.Which description may confuse Christopher most?A.The boy is as tall as you.B.The boy is six feet tall.C.The girl often tell jokes.D.The girl has a heart of stone.68.According to the passage,which statement is NOT true?A.Autistic child as Christopher is,he has a talent for mathematics.pared to humans,dogs are more understandable to Christopher.C.Mrs.Shears suspected Christopher of killing the dog named Wellington.D.Christopher witnessed the killing crime of the dog named Wellington.69.What is the author's purpose in writing this passage?A.To provoke thought on“the limits of being normal”.B.To tell a story about the curious incident of a dog.C.To specify the trouble facing the autistic.D.To introduce the detection of an autistic savant(B)A Force-field Umbrella to Stop RainADRIENNE ANGELOS VIA FACEBOOKAn energy field that avoids your energy---or a downpour---would be neat.But given that it defies gravity,it belongs solely to the world of -science-fiction,according to Caltech physicist Philip Hopkins.However,you might be able to feign(佯作)a force field,he says,by positioninglenses at various angles so they bend light and make an umbrella appearinvisible,thus stopping rain and arousing awe.Hopkins has made similar"invisible”objects,but no one has found a way to perform the trick with anumbrella-yet.A Way to Redistribute Excess Rainfall to Drought-Stricken AreasJOW BROWN(EIC OF POPSCI)VlA TWITTERNearly every water-ferrying proposal struggle on the same challenge.Water weighs a ton.Literally.A cubic meter of it-the size of a washingmachine-tips the scales at2,000pounds.A convoy of trucks or cargo shipscarrying the stuff might quench a short-term thirst.But the fuel costs,saysDavid Cwiertny,a civil engineer at Lowa State University,would sink yourefforts.A hundreds-mile-long canal would also work,but it would take atleast five years to finish.By then,your drought might be over.A Pill That Stops AgingASKS@1CENTTHINKE VlA TWITTERIt’s unlikely that any medicine will unlock the secret toimmortality,but certain drugs might slow our decline.One,calledrapamycin,tricks cell into thinking they're starving,which allowsthem to better resist DNA damage and other stressors,and thuslive longer.One study found it extended mice's life spans by 25percent.Longevity researchers such as Matt Kaeberlein at theUniversity of'Washington,are now testing rapamycin on dogs.But getting it ok’d for humans will be hard;the FDA (Food andDrug Administration)doesn't consider aging a medical condition.A Way to Be Productive While You SleepASKS JUSTIN RODGERS VIA FACIBOOKIt would be the ultimate life hack:Instead of wasting one thirdof your days staring at the back of your eyelids,find a way to makeuse of those lost hours.But Matthew Walker,a sleep researcher atthe University of California at Berkeley,says that's a backward wayof thinking.Napping is extremely productive,he counters.One keystudy found participants who lost between one and five hours ofsleep saw steady declines in scores on tests that measure reaction,speeds to visual stimuli.The efiects worsened with each additionallost hour of sleep.70.What can be learned from the passage?A.A force-field umbrella in the future can defy gravity.B.A water-carrying canal cost as much as the trucks and cargo ships,C.The anti-aging pills might face the problem of government approval.D.The more you sleep,the more declines in scores on tests concerning reaction.71.The underlined word "quench"is closest in meaning to ________.A.extinguishC.modifyD.relieveB.intensify72.The inventions mentioned above share one similarity that________.A.all of them will be mass produced soonB.none of them will become a reality in the fixtureC.all of them meet with the contradiction of scientistsD.all of the ideas presented through social media（C）Airplane emissions are a big problem for the climate—and steadily rising.If the aviation sector were a country,it would rank seventh worldwide in carbon pollution.Experts predict that aircraft emissions,on their current trajectory(轨道),will triple by2050as demand for flights increases.To prevent this dire scenario,a team of scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology,along with government and industry collaborators,is attempting to fundamentally redesign airplanes.Their concept,named the"double-bubble"D8,could significantly reduce aviation's carbon footprint and improve fuel efficiency if validated in full-scale tests.It calls for major changes to the standard180-passenger Boeing737and Airbus A320aircraft—for example,the fuselage(机身)has a wider,more oval shape than a conventional jet.“It's like two bubbles[joined]side by side,”explains Alejandra Uranga,an assistant professor of aerospace and mechanical engineering now at the University of Southern California.This modification lets the fuselage itself generate some lift,says Uranga,who is a co-principal investigator for the project,alongside Edard Greitzer of M.LT.The altered body shape allows the wings and tail to be smaller and lighter,and the aircraft's nose is also more aerodynamic.The most significant change,though,is the engine position.Air slows down as it flows over the top of a convention,thereby creating drag and making the craft less efficient.But the D8 design moves the jet’s engines from their usual spot underneath the wings to atop the plane's body, by the tail---where they suck in and re-accelerate the slow layer of air,greatly reducing drag.These alterations would make the aircraft use37percent less fuel than a typical passenger jet, Uranga says.The project’s chief engineer Marie Drela,Uranga,Greitzer and their collaborators at NASA,Aurora Flight Sciences and Pratt&Whitney have already built and tested an11th-scale model of the aircraft in a NASA wind bining the new design with future technologicaladvances could further reduce fuel use and ultimately add up to66percent in fuel savings in two decades,Uranga says.Other experts note that the D8's developers must still overcome economic obstacles while ensuring that the engines are strong enough to handle the new configuration(配置).Still,“it’s a very compelling idea and design,”says Brian J.German,an aerospace engineer at the Georgia Institute of Technology,who was not involved in the work.Aurora is now exploring the development of a half-scale prototype（样本）plane.If the effort succeeds,travelers may fly in one of these jets as soon as2035.73.What's the main purpose of the author to compare the aviation sector to a country in Para.1?A.To make the writing more vivid with such an analogy.B.To stress the severity of air pollution caused by aviation.C.Because the growth of aviation is the symbol of a country.D.Because aviation plays as important a role as a country.74.What is the vital shift in the new design?A.The concept which is named the"double-bubble"D8.B.The standard180-passenger Boeing737and Airbus A320aircraft.C.The fuselage of the aircraft changing into a wider,more oval shape.D.The airplane’s engines being moved to top of the plane’s body.75.What can we learn from the passage?1Aviation’s carbon footprint can be as much as three times by the first half of this century.2The fuselage of the aircraft will be equipped with two bubbles(joined)side by side.3Becoming smaller and lighter,the nose of the airplane is more aerodynamic.420years later,the amount of fuel used in the aircraft will be nearly⅓the size at present.A.①③B.②③C.①④D.③④76.What may be the best title for this passage?A.Airplane emissionsB.Carbon footprintC.Greener skiesD.A new aircraft design(D)Progressives often support diversity mandates as a path to equality and a way to level the playing field.But all too often such policies are an insincere form of virtue-signaling that benefits only the most privileged and does little to help average people.A pair of bills sponsored by Massachusetts state Senator Jason Lewis and House Speaker Pro Tempore Patricia Haddad,to ensure"gender parity"on boards and commissions,provide a case in point.Haddad and Lewis are concerned that more than half the state-government boards are less than40percent female.In order to ensure that elite women have more such opportunities,they have proposed imposing government quotas.If the bills become law,state boards and commissions will be required to set aside50percent of board seats for women by2022.The bills are similar to a measure recently adopted hi California,which last year became the first state to require gender quotas for private companies.In signing the measure,California Governor Jerry Brown admitted that the law,which expressly classifies people on the basis of sex, is probably unconstitutional.The US Supreme Court frowns on sex-based classifications unless they are designed to address an"important"policy interest,Because the California law applies to all boards,even where there is no history of prior discrimination,courts are likely to rule that the law violates the constitutional guarantee of"equal protection".But are such government mandates even necessary?Female participation on corporate boards may not currently mirror the percentage of women in the general population,but so what?The number of women on corporate boards has been steadily increasing without government interference.According to a study by Catalyst,between2010and2015the share of women on the boards of global corporations increased by54percent.Requiring companies to make gender the primary qualification for board membership will inevitably lead to less experienced private sector boards.That is exactly what happened when Norway adopted a nationwide corporate gender quota.Writing in The New Republic,Alice Lee notes that increasing the number of opportunities for board membership without increasing the pool of qualified women to serve on such boards has led to a“golden skirt"phenomenon,where the same elite women scoop up multiple seats on avariety of boards.Next time somebody pushes corporate quotas as a way to promote gender equity,remember that such policies are lately self-serving measures that make their sponsors feel good but do little to help average women.77.The author believes that the bills sponsored by Lewis and Haddad wills________A.help little to reduce gender bias.B.pose a threat to the state government.C.raise women's position in politics.D.greatly broaden career options.78.Which of the following is true of the California measure?A.It has irritated private business owners.B.It is welcomed by the Supreme Court.C.It may go against the Constitution.D.It will settle the prior controversies.79.The author mentions the study by Catalyst to illustrate________A.the harm from arbitrary board decision.B.the importance of constitutional guarantees.C.the pressure on women in global corporations.D.the needlessness of government interventions.80.Norway’s adoption of a nationwide corporate gender quota has led to________A.the underestimation of elite women’s role.B.the objection to female participation on boards.C.the entry of unqualified candidates into the board.D.the growing tension between labor and management81.Which of the following can be inferred from the text?A.Women's need in employment should be considered.B.Feasibility should be a prime concern in policy-making.C.Everyone should try hard to promote social justice.D.Major social issues should be the focus of legislation.Section CDirections:Fill in each blank in the article with a proper sentence given below.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A.All of them greatly influenced the lands they invaded and changed the course of history wherever they went.B.They were hungry to fight and greedy for riches.C.Vikings are often pictured as tall,muscular people wearing helmets with horns.D.The word Viking comes from an Old Norse word vik,meaning a bay.E.Yet,their greatest attributes may have been their love of exploration and their courage to seek the edges of the vast,unknown ocean.F.However,Vikings were not only interested in plunder.What do you think of when you hear the word Vikings?Were Vikings fierce warriors or skilled explored?Do you think of them as merchants who travel the world or do you think of them as epic poets?The Vikings excelled at all these roles and were also accomplished scientists, farmers,shipwrights and fisherfolk.We tend to think of Vikings as large and powerful raiders whose quick attacks from the sea struck fear and terror into the hearts of people across Europe.It is true that the Vikings were brave warriors who seldom lost a battle and that their reputation as fierce fighters scared everyone.____82____.The great age of the Vikings spanned the years between AD793and1066.In that short amount of time the Vikings ranged far from their harsh northern homelands,soling west to discover Iceland,Greenland,and North America,long before Christopher Columbus was even born.Seeking riches,they invaded many cities throughout Europe,Russia,North Africa,and even the Middle East.Their ships were fast and could carry many warriors.Some of their ships even carried horses. Using their sailing skills,thirst for adventure and bravery,the Vikings conquered many lands.People during the Viking age called Vikings the Nordic people or Norsemen---men from the north.They were as harsh and rugged as the coastal lands from which they came---lands that we now know as Norway,Sweden,and Denmark At that early time,all Nordic people spoke one language.That language has been almost entirely preserved in the modern-day speech of the。
高三英语听力材料及参考答案
Tape Scripts and AnswersI. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. W: Wow! So many cars here! Is there any room to park our car?M: Oh, it’s not always convenient to have a car. Sometimes parking is really a problem.Q: Where does this conversation probably take place?2. M: Sorry to trouble you. May I have a blanket please? I feel cold.W: Yes, of course, but could you wait until after take-off please?Q: What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?3. W: Have you been wasting your time on those online games again?M: Not really. I’ve worked on my term paper a lot this week and I need a break.Q: What is the man doing now?4. M: I’m leaving now. What do you want me to get?W: Pick up a bottle of milk and a loaf of bread please.Q: Where is the man probably going?5. W: So, how long have you been here in Paris?M: Just a couple of days. I’m on a journey, you know. I’m visiting all the places of interest here.Q: What is the man doing in Paris?6. W: I heard you caught a cold. How are you feeling today?M: I can’t complain. At least I’m out of bed.Q: How is the man today?7. M: Gardening is too much like hard work for me. If I have time, I like to play tennis or go for acountry walk.W: Well, I think of gardening as play, not as work. I’m never as happy as when I’m busy in the garden.Q: What can we learn about the man?8. W: Oh, I think we left that road map at home. Do you know how to get to the beach?M: No, I don’t. But since we haven’t gone very far, we might as well just turn around.Q: What will the speakers probably do?9. M: What do you think of the film we went to last night?W: Oh, the plot was impossible to follow and the acting was awful, especially the leading actor’s.Q: What does the woman think of the film?10. W: I was sorry to hear about Bill’s being fired. I know he was sick a lot and that he usually gotto work late.M: It wasn’t that. He made a big mistake in his financial report, which made his boss very angry.Q: Why did Bill lose his job?Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.The variety of food is Britain’s greatest attraction. Nearly every country in the world is represented, and some of the best Indian and Chinese restaurants in the world can be found in cities such as London, Liverpool, Manchester and many others. Fast food restaurants serving pizzas, hamburgers, fish and chips are very convenient for visitors who just want something quick. They usually stay open all day, and welcome children, unlike some restaurants whose main customers are business people.Prices have to be displayed outside restaurants. Set price menus, common in some of the best restaurants at lunchtime, offer good value for money.Most pubs also serve food, especially at lunchtime. This can be cold food such as bread, cheese and salad, or simple hot dished such as chicken and chips. Apart from beer, wine is also available and many pubs now also serve coffee. Wine bars also offer a relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy a good meal. There are many different wines, and the food is usually more complicated than in pubs. (Now listen again, please.)Questions:11. What is great about the food in Britain?12. Where do the restaurants have to display their prices?13. What drink in pubs is not mentioned?Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.Nowadays, how to make a good newspaper story has aroused people’s great interest. Undoubtedly, it is no easy thing. First – obviously – it must be new. But since TV can react to events so quickly, this is often a problem for newspapers. They usually respond to it in one of three ways. Newspapers will provide extra detail, comment or background information. Above all, they will try to find a new angle on the day’s major stories. In addition, they may print completely different stories which TV doesn’t broadcast.What else? Well – it also has to be dramatic and often involves some kind of conflict or danger. This is one reason why so much news seems to be bad news. “Plane lands safely –no-one hurt”doesn’t sell newspapers. “Plane crash – 200 feared dead!” does.Next, there’s human interest. People are interested in other people –particularly in the rich, famous and powerful. Stories about the private lives of pop singers, actors, models, politicians, for example, all appear regularly in certain newspapers.Finally, for many editors, familiarity is an important factor, too. They prefer stories about people, places and events which their readers know. That’s why the stories in Tokyo’s newspapers are often very different from the stories printed in Paris or New York.(Now listen again, please.)14. Compared with TV’s quick reaction to events, what’s the most important response ofnewspapers?15. Why do stories about famous people appear frequently in certain newspapers?16. What is the passage mainly about?Section CDirections:In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet.Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.W: Hello, NEC Computers. May I help you?M: Yes, this is Jake Green from champion Office supplies. May I speak to Ms Wang, please?W: I’m sorry, but she is not in right now. May I take a message?M: Yes. Ms Wang sent me your newest line of laptop computers with a description of other software products, but there wasn’t any information about after-sales service.W: Oh, I’m sorry. I’ll remind her to fax that to you as soon as possible.M: That’ll be fine. Could you tell her to fax the information around 2:30 this afternoon? That would give me time to look over the material before I report to my boss, say, around 4:00 p.m.W: OK. May I have your telephone number and fax number please?M: Sure. The phone number is 560-1827. The fax number is 560-3631.W: All right. I will tell Ms Wang when she comes back.M: Thank you. Bye.(Now listen again, please)Complete the form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation.M: Susan, what’s that in your hand?W: Come on, Don. Haven’t you seen a cigarette before? Every day in the United States, about 1500 girls begin smoking, and I figured, why not do my share?M: But don’t you know that tobacco kills more than 140,000 women each year.W: Yeah, but that’s why I smoke light cigarettes.M: But do you know that smoking a light cigarette is just as risky as smoking a regular one?W: I didn’t know that.M: The one thing you can say about tobacco companies is that they are really smart about marketing. Tobacco commercials for men focus on cigarettes as cool, while tobacco commercials for women focus on social and political themes. For example, ads will say that you’ve come a long way, or that you’ve found your voice, or encourage you to just be yourself, as if smoking has anything to do with progress and self-expression.W: So, Don, can you pass me that ashtray?M: With pleasure, Susan, as long as you put it out.(Now listen again，please)Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.(That’s the end of the listening.) 听力部分到此结束，请同学们继续答题。
高三英语试卷新高考真题
Part I Listening Comprehension (25 points)Section AIn this section, you will hear 5 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.1. A) He will go to the library. B) He will help the woman. C) He will have a meeting. D) He will have a class.2. A) She will go shopping. B) She will visit a friend. C) She will havea party. D) She will stay at home.3. A) She has a cold. B) She is feeling well. C) She is going to the doctor. D) She has finished her work.4. A) He doesn't like the food. B) He wants to try something new. C) Heis on a diet. D) He is allergic to certain foods.5. A) The woman is late. B) The man is tired. C) The woman is in a hurry.D) The man is waiting for the woman.Section BIn this section, you will hear 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, some questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.Conversation 16. What is the main topic of the conversation?A) How to improve English proficiency.B) The importance of listening skills in language learning.C) The benefits of taking a language course.D) The different methods of learning a language.7. According to the man, which of the following is not a helpful method for improving listening skills?A) Listening to English songs.B) Watching English movies.C) Reading English novels.D) Talking with native speakers.Conversation 28. What is the woman's main concern about her son's academic performance?A) His lack of interest in school.B) His poor performance in math.C) His difficulties in understanding English.D) His lack of motivation.9. What does the man suggest as a solution to the woman's problem?A) Hiring a tutor for her son.B) Encouraging her son to participate in more extracurricular activities.C) Discussing the issue with her son's teachers.D) Giving her son more time to study.Part II Reading Comprehension (40 points)Section AFor each paragraph, there is one question or unfinished statement. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center.10. What is the main idea of the first paragraph?A) The importance of teamwork in the workplace.B) The challenges of managing a diverse team.C) The benefits of a well-functioning team.D) The reasons why teams fail.11. According to the second paragraph, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for team conflicts?A) Differences in communication styles.B) Diverse backgrounds and experiences.C) Lack of trust among team members.D) Overreliance on one or two team members.12. How does the author suggest resolving conflicts within a team?A) By imposing strict rules and regulations.B) By promoting open communication and dialogue.C) By encouraging team members to work individually.D) By hiring a professional mediator.Section BRead the following passage and answer the questions below.The rise of social media has transformed the way we communicate and interact with each other. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have become integral parts of our daily lives, allowing us to stay connected with friends and family, as well as share our thoughtsand experiences with the world. However, this shift has also brought about a number of challenges and concerns.One of the most significant issues is the impact of social media on mental health. Studies have shown that excessive use of social media can lead to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. The constant exposure to curated images and lifestyles can create unrealistic expectations and foster a sense of inadequacy. Additionally, the pressure to maintain an online presence can lead to increased stress and sleep deprivation.Another concern is the spread of misinformation and fake news. With the ease of sharing information on social media, it is often difficult to discern between fact and fiction. This can have serious consequences, as it can influence public opinion, elections, and even public health.Despite these challenges, social media also offers numerous benefits. It provides a platform for marginalized voices to be heard, promotes social activism, and fosters community engagement. It also allows for real-time communication, which can be invaluable in emergency situations.13. What is the main argument of the passage?A) Social media is detrimental to mental health.B) Social media is a source of misinformation.C) Social media has both positive and negative impacts on society.D) Social media should be regulated to minimize its negative effects.14. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a negative impact of social media?A) Increased feelings of loneliness.B) Real-time communication during emergencies.C) The spread of fake news.D) Unrealistic expectations of one's own life.15. What is the author's stance on social media?A) It should be banned entirely.B) It should be regulated more strictly.C) It has both positive and negative aspects and should be used responsibly.D) It is a necessary part of modern life and should not be criticized.Part III Writing (25 points)Suppose you are planning to go on a volunteer trip to a rural area in China to help improve the local children's English skills. Write an email to your friend to discuss your plans and ask for suggestions.Your email should include the following points:- The purpose of the trip- The location and duration- The activities you plan to do- The things you need to prepare- Your friend's suggestionsYou should write about 100 words on Answer Sheet 2.---Note: This is a simulated English high school exam question. The content and structure are designed to reflect the format and difficulty level of actual high school English exams in China.。
高中英语必修三(人教版)1-4Listening and Talking教学课件
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高中英语必修三(人教版)4-1Listening and Speaking教学课件
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【话题句式】 1．The development of science and technology makes our life
more comfortable and convenient. 科技的发展使我们的生活更加舒适、方便。 2．The journey to outer space and other planets is not a dream
any more. 去外太空和其他星球旅行不再是个梦。 3．There is no doubt that we benefit a lot from the scientific
advancements in many different ways. 毫无疑问，在许多不同的方面科学的进步使我们受益良多。
高中英语2022-2023学年四川省德阳市绵竹中学高三(上)开学英语试卷
2022-2023学年四川省德阳市绵竹中学高三（上）开学英语试卷I.ListeningComprehension1．（1分）A．At a train station．B．At an airport．C．At a travel agency．D．At a bus station．2．（1分）A.5． B.10． C.15． D.50．3．（1分）A．Receptionist and guest．B．Salesperson and customer．C．Doctor and patient．D．Waiter and diner．4．（1分）A．Excited．B．Dissatisfied．C．Bo red．D．Exhausted．5．（1分）A．Her hair has changed．B．She isn't satisfied with her hair style．C．She prefers to wear long hair．D．The man has changed his hair style．6．（1分）A．It is too early to watch the Talent Show． B．He will go to bed in five minutes． C．He would rather watch TV than go to bed． D．He is old enough to stay up．7．（1分）A．She has got everything ready．B．She never hesitates over what to take．C．She hates packing by herself．D．She needs more time for packing．8．（1分）A．They should wait for John for a while．B．They should stay here for the night．C．They should start the meeting right away．D．They should call John at once．9．（1分）A．She is unwilling to move into a new flat．B．Her neighbors get along well with her．C．She can't tell the man why she is moving．D．Her neighbors usually play their TV loud．10．（1分）A．Ask for directions．B．Try a different route．C．Go back for the map．D．Cancel their trip．11．（3分）Questions（1）through（3）are based on the following passage． （1）A．A political system．B．Religion．C．Working language．D．Race．（2）A．Discuss current issues．B．Join in a writing competition．C．Attend an arts and crafts competition．D．Celebrate their friendship．（13）A．The Commonwealth Games．B．An important holiday．C．The Commonwealth members．D．An international association．12．（3分）Questions（1）through（3）are based on the following news． （1）A．Equipping students with knowledge．B．Qualifying students for certain jobs．C．Developing students' habits of mind．D．Helping students to go to graduate school．（2）A．The ability to have critical analysis．B．Creative use of leisure time．C．Logical use of information．D．Willingness to accept uncertainty．（3）A．Goals to reach in a college education．B．Roles of knowledge in students' growth．C．Qualifications needed for a job．D．Importance of after-class activities．13．（4分）Complete the form．Write ONE WORD for each answer．Complaint FormCaller：Mary WhitePhone No．：（17）．Location of Problem：A（18） restaurant，449 Shanghai Street Details：It dumps its （19）on the street． It doesn't put bottles and cans in （20） bins．二、II.GrammarandVocabularySectionADirections：BeneatheachofthefollowingsentencestherearefourchoicesmarkedA，B，CandD.Choosetheoneanswerthatbestcompletesthesentence.14．（4分）Complete the form．Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer．How long does short memory last？It lasts only （21）．What is an example of medium term memory？Buying bread，a sort of（22） of things to do．What is long term memory concerned with？（23）that happen in your life such as your wedding．How is long term memory different from the others？It（24）A．throughB．upC．withD．from15．（3分）Graduation is a good time to thank those who have helped you ______ the tough years．（ ）A．the otherB．otherC．the othersD．another16．（3分）To stay awake，he finished a cup of coffee and ordered ______．（ ）A．complainB．complaining C．being complainedD．to be complained17．（3分）It's no use ______ without taking action．（ ）A．can'tB．mustn'tC．daren'tD．needn't18．（3分）I ______ worry about my weekend-I always have my plans ready before it comes．（ ）A．so few B．such few C．so littleD．such little19．（3分）When Mom looked back on the early days of their marriage，she wondered how they had manage d with ______ money．（ ）A．doesn't itC．don't theyD．do they20．（3分）It doesn't matter if they want to come to your party，______？（ ）B．does it21．（3分）After getting lost in a storm，a member of the navy team ______ four days later．（ ）A．rescued B．was rescuedC．has rescued D．had been rescued22．（3分）The rare fish，______ from the cooking pot，has been returned to the sea．（ ）A．saved B．savingC．to be saved D．having saved23．（3分）At one point I made up my mind to talk to Uncle Sam．Then I changed my mind，______ that he co uld do nothing to help．（ ）A．to realize B．realizedC．realizing D．being realized24．（3分）Did you predict that many students ______ up for the dance competition？（ ）A．would sign B．signedC．have signed D．had signed25．（3分）There is clear evidence ______ the most difficult feeling of all to interpret is bodily pain．（ ）A．what B．if C．how D．that26．（3分）If a lot of people say a film is not good，I won't bother to see it，or I'll wait ______ it comes out o n DVD．（ ）A．whether B．after C．though D．until27．（3分）The police officers in our city work hard ______ the rest of us can live a safe life．（ ）A．in case B．as ifC．in order that D．only if28．（3分）The message you intend to convey through words may be the exact opposite of ______ others actu ally understand．（ ）A．why B．that C．which D．what29．（3分）You'll find taxis waiting at the bus station ______ you can hire to reach your host family．（ ）A．which B．where C．when D．as30．（3分）Today we have chat rooms，text messaging，emailing，but we seem ______ the art of communicati ng face-to-face．（ ）A．losing B．to be losingC．to be lost D．having lost四、标题31．（3分）Section BDirections：Complete the following passage by using the words in the box．Each word can only be used onc e．Note that there is one word more than you need．A．launched B．unpleasant C．applying D．technically E．impactF．coating G．fixed H．miraculously I．superior J．advancesHow would you like to wear the same underwear （内衣裤） for weeks？Owing to the work that has gone int o developing intelligent materials，this may not be as（41） as it sounds．Self-cleaning clothes have no w been created，and these new materials provide（42） resistance to dirt as well as water．As a result，they require much less cleaning than traditional materials．The creation of self-cleaning clothes provides an example of how nature helps scientists develop better produ cts．This self-cleaning nature is known as the"lotus effect"．The name comes，of course，from the lotus leav es，which are famous for growing in muddy lakes and rivers while remaining almost（43）clean．By observing nature，scientists are （44） the qualities of the lotus leaves to the materials they h ave engineered．Because of this，some remarkable new products have been （45）．Among them are sp ecial windows that are resistant to dirt and water．A special （46） on these windows not only prevent s dirt from sticking to their surfaces，but also allows dust to be easily washed off by the rain．In fact，these new windows have already been（47） to some cars．Even when traveling at high speed through rain，these cars never have to use their windshield wipers （雨刮器）．Although we have already seen some practical applications，even more dramatic （48） will be made i n the future，and they will，perhaps，change our world completely．Undoubtedly，technology is an importa nt development，and it will have an even bigger （49） on our lives．III.ReadingComprehensionSectionA32．（3分）Directions：For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A，B，C and D．Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context．Everyone in business has been told that success is all about attracting and retaining （留住） customers．It so unds simple and achievable．But，（50），words of wisdom are soon forgotten．Once companies have a ttracted customers they often （51） the second half of the story．In the excitement of beating off the c ompetition，negotiating prices，securing orders，and delivering the product，managers tend to become carr ied away．They forget what they regard as the boring side of business-（52） that the customer remain s a customer．（53） to concentrate on retaining as well as attracting customers costs business huge amounts of mone y annually．It has been estimated that the average company loses between 10 and 30 percent of its customer s every years．In constantly changing （54），this is not surprising．What is surprising is the fact that f ew companies have any idea how many customers they have lost．Only now are organizations beginning to wake up to those lost opportunities and calculate the（55）implications．Cutting down the number of customers a company loses can make a big （56） in its perfo rmance．Research in the US found that a five per cent decrease in the number of defecting （流失的） custom ers led to （57） increases of between 25 and 85 percent．In the US，Domino's Pizza estimates that a regular customer is worth more than ＄5，000 over ten years．A c ustomer who receives a poor quality product or service on their first visit and（58） never returns，is los ing the company thousands of dollars in（59） profits （more if you consider how many people they are likely to tell about their bad experience）．The logic behind cultivating customer （60） is impossible to deny．"In practice most companies' marke ting effort is focused on getting customers，with little attention paid to（61） them"，says Adrian Payne of Cornfield University' School of Management．"Research suggests that there is a close relationship between retaining customers and making profits．（62） customers tend to buy more，are predictable and us ually cost less to service than new customers．Furthermore，they tend to be less price （63），and ma y provide free word-of-mouth advertising．Retaining customers also makes it （64） for competitors t o enter a market or increase their share of a market．50．A．in particular B．in reality C．at least D．first of all51．A．emphasize B．doubt C．overlook D．believe52．A．denying B．ensuring C．arguing D．proving53．A．Moving B．Hoping C．Starting D．Failing54．A．markets B．tastes C．prices D．expenses55．A．culture B．social C．financial D．economical56．A．promise B．plan C．mistake D．difference57．A．cost B．opportunity C．profit D．budget58．A．as a result B．on the whole C．in conclusion D．on the contrary59．A．huge B．potential C．extra D．reasonable60．A．beliefs B．loyalty C．habits D．interest61．A．altering B．understanding C．keeping D．attracting62．A．Assumed B．Respected C．Established D．Unexpected63．A．agreeable B．flexible C．friendly D．sensitive64．A．unfair B．difficult C．essential D．convenient．五、解答题（共5小题，满分45分）33．AThe teacher who did the most to encourage me was，as it happened，my aunt．She was Myrtle C．Manigaul t，the wife of my mother's brother Bill．She taught in second grade at all-black Summer School in Camden，New Jersey．During my childhood and youth，Aunt Myrtle encouraged me to develop every aspect of my potential，without regard for what was considered practical or possible for black females．I liked to sing；she listened to m y voice and pronounced it good．I couldn't dance；she taught me the basic dancing steps．She took me to th e theatre--not just children's theatre but adult comedies and dramas-and her faith that I could appreciate adu lt plays was not disappointed．My aunt also took down books from her extensive library and shared them with me．I had books at home，bu t they were all serious classics．Even as a child I had a strong liking for humor，and I'll never forget the joy o f discovering Don Marquis's Archy & Mehitabel through her．Most important，perhaps，Aunt Myrtle provided my first opportunity to write for publication．A writer hersel f for one of the black newspapers，she suggested my name to the editor as a"youth columnist"．My column，begun when I was fourteen，was supposed to cover teenage social activities-and it did-but it also gave me th e freedom to write on many other subjects as well as the habit of gathering material，the discipline of meetin g deadlines，and，after graduation from college six years later，a solid collection of published material tha t carried my name and was my passport to a series of writing jobs．Today Aunt Myrtle is still an enthusiastic supporter of her"favourite niece"．Like a diamond，she has reflecte d a bright，multifaceted （多面的） image of possibilities to every pupil who has crossed her path． 65．Which of the following did Aunt Myrtle do to the author during her childhood and youth？A．She lent her some serious classics．B．She cultivated her taste for music． C．She discovered her talent for dancing．D．She introduced her to adult plays． 66．What does Archy and Mehitabel in Paragraph 3 probably refer to？A．A book of great fun．B．A writer of high fame． C．A serious masterpiece．D．A heartbreaking play．67．Aunt Myrtle recommended the author to a newspaper editor mainly to ．A．develop her capabilities for writing B．give her a chance to collect materialC．involve her in teenage social activities D．offer her a series of writing jobs 68．We can conclude from the passage that Aunt Myrtle was a teacher who ． A．trained pupils to be diligent and well-disciplined B．gave pupils confidence in exploiting their potential C．emphasized what was practical or possible for pupils．D．helped pupils overcome difficulties in learning．34．Humpback whales are sometimes called perform ers of the ocean．This is because they can mak e impressive movements when they dive．The n ame"humpback"，which is the common name fo r this whale，refers to the typical curve shape the whale's back forms as it dives．Sometimes the humpback will dive with a fantas tic movement，known as a breach．During brea ching the whale uses its powerful tail flukes to li ft nearly two-thirds of its body out of the wateQuick FactsSiz e：14 m～18 m in length 30～50 tons in weightLiv in g Open ocean and shallow coastline watersEn vir on From warm tropical （热带的） waters，where they breed，to cold polar waters，where they eat．r in a giant leap．A breach might also includ e a sideways twist with fins stretched out like wi ngs，as the whale reaches the height of the breach．A humpback whale breathes air at the surface o f the water through two blowholes which are loc ated near the top of the head．It blows a doubl e stream of water that can rise up to 4 meters above the water．The humpback has a small dorsal fin located to wards the tail flukes about two-thirds of the wa y down its back．Other distinguishing features i nclude large pectoral fins，which may be up t o a third of the body length，and unique blac k and white spots on the underside of the tail fl ukes．These markings are like fingerprints：no two are the same．Humpback whales live in large groups．They co mmunicate with each other through complex"songs"．ment：Diet：Shellfish，plants and fish of small sizeHunting：Sometimes in groups，in which several whales form a circle under the water，blowing bubbles that for m a"net"around a school of fish．The fish are then fo rced up to the surface in a concentrated mass．Current state：endangered；it is estimated that there are about 500 0～7000 humpback whales worldwide．（1）According to Quick Facts，a humpback whale ．A．cannot survive in waters near the shoreB．doesn't live in the same waters all the timeC．lives mainly on underwater plantsD．prefers to work alone when hunting food（2）To make a breach，a humpback whale must ．A．use its tail flukes to leap out of the waterB．twist its body sideways to jump high．C．blow two streams of waterD．communicate with a group of humpbacks．（3）From the passage we can learn that a humpback whale ．A．has its unique markings on it tail flukesB．has black and white fingerprintsC．gets its name from the way it huntsD．is a great performer due to its songs35．Human remains of ancient settlements will be reburied and lost to science under a law that threatens res earch into the history of humans in Britain，a group of leading archaeologists （考古学家） says．In a letter ad dressed to the justice secretary，Ken Clarke，40 archaeologists write of their"deep and widespread concern"a bout the issue．It centers on the law introduced by the Ministry of Justice in 2008 which requires all human r emains unearthed in England and Wales to be reburied within two years，regardless of their age．The decisio n means scientists have too little time to study bones and other human remains of national and cultural signif icance．"Your current requirement that all archaeologically unearthed human remains should be reburied，whether af ter a standard period of two years or a further special extension，is contrary to basic principles of archaeolog ical and scientific research and of museum practice，"they write．The law applies to any pieces of bone uncovered at around 400 dig sites，including the remains of 60 or so b odies found at Stonehenge in 2008 that date back to 3，000 BC．Archaeologists have been granted a tempor ary extension to give them more time，but eventually the bones will have to be returned to the ground． The arrangements may result in the waste of future discoveries at sites such as Happisburgh in Norfolk，wher e digging is continuing after the discovery of stone tools made by early humans 950，000 years ago．If huma n remains were found at Happisburgh，they would be the oldest in northern Europe and the first indication o f what this species was．Under the current practice of the law those remains would have to be reburied and e ffectively destroyed．Before 2008，guidelines allowed for the proper preservation and study of bones of sufficient age and historic al interest，while the Burial Act 1857 applied to more recent remains．The Ministry of Justice assured archae ologists two years ago that the law was temporary，but has so far failed to revise it．Mike Parker Pearson，an archaeologist at Sheffield University，said："Archaeologists have been extremely pat ient because we were led to believe the ministry was sorting out this problem，but we feel that we cannot wa it any longer．"The ministry has no guidelines on where or how remains should be reburied，or on what records should be k ept．72、According to the passage，scientists are unhappy with the law mainly because ．A．it is only a temporary measure on the human remainsB．it is unreasonable and thus destructive to scientific researchC．it was introduced by the government without their knowledgeD．it is vague about where and how to rebury human remains73．Which of the following statements is true according to the passage？A．Temporary extension of two years will guarantee scientists enough time．B．Human remains of the oldest species were dug out at Happisburgh．C．Human remains will have to be reburied despite the extension of time．D．Scientists have been warned that the law can hardly be changed．74．What can be inferred about the British law governing human remains？A．The Ministry of Justice did not intend it to protect human remains．B．The Burial Act 1857 only applied to remains uncovered before 1857．C．The law on human remains hasn't changed in recent decades．D．The Ministry of Justice has not done enough about the law．75．Which of the following might be the best title of the passage？A．New discoveries should be reburied，the government demands．B．Research time should be extended，scientists require．C．Law on human remains needs thorough discussion，authorities say．D．Law could bury ancient secrets for ever，archaeologists warn．36．Directions：Read the following text and choose the most suitable heading from A-F for each paragraph．There is one extra heading which you do not need．A．Manufacturing industry in information economyB．News in the age of informationC．Argument about individual accounts and their reliabilityD．Be your own investigative journalistE．Don't believe everything you read in the newspapers．F．Information is presented in an entertaining way．76．With the arrival of the age of"information economy"，intellectual work is becoming a more important source of wealth than manufacturing．Organizations in all walks of life are doing more to spread their informatio n．So people of the Public Relations are hired to speak for them．A lot of our news is actually collected from press releases and reports of events intentionally staged for journalists．In the information age，journalist s spend their time，not investigating，but passing on the words of a spokesperson．77．There is a joke in the novel Scoop about the newspaper's owner，Lord Copper．The editors can never disagre e with him．When he's right about something they answer"definitely"，and when he's wrong they say"to som e extent，Lord Copper．"It seems reasonable to suppose that，in the real world，the opinions of such powerf ul people still influence the journalists and editors who work for them．78．In countries where the news is not officially controlled，it may be provided by commercial organizations wh o depend on advertising．The news has to attract viewers and maintain its audience ratings．I suspect that s ome stories get air-time just because there happen to be exciting pictures to show．In Britain，we have the t abloid newspapers which millions of people read simply for entertainment．There is progressively less room f or historical background，or statistics，which are harder to present as a sensational story．79．There is an argument that with spreading access to the internet and cheap technology for recording sound an d images we will all be able to find exactly the information we want．People around the world will be able to publish their own eye-witness accounts and compete with the widely-accepted news-gatherers on equal ter ms．But what it will mean also is that we'll be subjected to a still greater amount of nonsense and lies．Any w eb log may contain the latest information of the year，or equally，a made-up story that you will never be abl e to check．80．Maybe the time has come to do something about it，and I don't just mean changing your choice of TV chann el or newspaper．In a world where everyone wants you to listen to their version，you only have two choices：switch off altogether or start looking for sources you can trust．The investigative journalist of the future is ev eryone who wants to know the truth．37．（45分）Directions：Read the passage carefully．Then answer the questions or complete the statements i n the fewest possible words．Sociologists have long recognised that organisations of less than 200 individuals can operate through the fre e flow of information among the members．Once their size goes beyond this figure，the organizations are ge tting less flexible．So it seems necessary to prevent total disorder resulting from failures of communication． One solution to this problem would，of course，be to structure large organisations into smaller units of a siz e that can act as a group．By allowing these groups to build reliance on each other，larger organizations ca n be built up．However，merely having groups of，say，150 will never of itself be a complete solution to th e problems of the organization．Something else is needed：the people involved must be able to build direc t personal relationships．To allow free flow of information，they have to be able to communicate with each o ther in a casual way．Maintaining too formal a structure of relationships inevitably prevents the way a syste m works．The importance of this was drawn to my attention two years ago by the case of a TV station．Whether by cha nce or by design，it so happened that there were almost exactly 150 people in the station．The whole proces s worked very smoothly as an organization for many years until they were moved into purpose-built accommo dation．Then，for no apparent reason，the work seemed to be more difficult to do，not to say less satisfyin g．It was some time before they work out what the problem was．It turn out that，when the architects were designing the new building，they decided that the coffee room where everyone ate their sandwiches at lunch tim es was an unnecessary luxury and so did away with it．And with that，they accidentally destroyed the close s ocial networks that strengthened the whole organization．What had apparently been happening was that，a s people gathered informally over their sandwiches in the coffee room，useful information was casually being exchanged．（Note：Answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN EIGHT WORDS．）81．What size of an organization may lead to communication failures？82．What are the two solutions to the communication problem within a large organization？83．After the TV station moved into new accommodation，its operation ．84．From the case of the TV station，we can conclude it is that make（s） an organization more succes sful．I.Translation38．Directions：Translate the following sentences into English，using the words given in the brackets． 1．你为什么不在网上订票？（Why）2．我常把王海误认为他的双胞胎弟弟，因为他们长得太像了．（mistake）3．对父母而言，没有什么能与孩子的身心健康相比． （compare）4．自从出国留学后，她就不再和我们保持联系了． （No longer）5．如果能找到任何适合你的学习方法，你的学习效率就可能明显提高．（whatever）II.GuidedWriting39．Directions：Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below i n Chinese．假如你是启明中学（Ming Qi Middle School）的李明，想申请一个扶贫项目，帮助贫困地区的儿童．根据以下启事，写一封申请信（信中不能提到真实姓名和学校）．启事国际儿童基金会将资助中学生开展扶贫项目，以帮助贫困地区的儿童．申请成功者将获得项目经费2000元．有意者请来信告知：1）你个人的基本情况；2）你对申请项目的基本设想；3）项目经费的使用计划．联系方式：2011 hope@icf．org2011。
人教版高中英语必修一Section Ⅰ Listening and Speaking
一场激烈的/热烈的辩论
beyond/without debate
无可争论
a debate between ... and ... 在……和……之间的一场辩论
(2)debate with sb.about/on ... 就……与某人辩论
be open to debate
尚待讨论，有待商榷
①We are having a heated debate on the impact of television on children. 我们正在就电视对孩子的影响进行激烈的辩论。
in the end.And I was really thankful for what they did for me.
[多积词汇]
⑤cause v. 引起；导致
⑥to one's surprise 使某人吃惊的是
⑦be angry with sb.生某人的气 ⑧find out 查明；弄清楚
⑨solve vt.解决
In fact, on most occasions, what we are frightened of is nothing but the fear that we fabricate. Who we should defeat is nobody but ourselves.
事实上，很多时候，我们害怕的不是别的，而是自己内心凭空
青少年问题
(2)teenager n.
青少年
adolescent n.
青少年
youth n.
年轻人;青年
youngster n.
年轻人;少年
the young
年轻人
①Most teenagers like to go to parties. 大多数青少年喜欢参加派对。
上海市大同中学2021-2022学年高三上学期期中考试英语试卷
2021-2022学年上海市大同中学高三上学期期中考试英语试卷I. Listening comprehension略II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Black Mamba a Legend That Will Never DieIt's hard to believe Kobe is gone.The NBA superstar, (21) _________ great talent and win-at-all-costs spirit made him one of the most distinguished athletes in history, was the rare celebrity who didn't need a last name.Still youthful at 41, Bryant -- who died in a helicopter crash on January 26 in California -- looked (22) _________ _________ he could suit up any minute and drop 30 points on a rival（竞争对手）NBA team. It doesn't seem that long ago that he was scoring 60 points in his final NBA game.With a higyly decorated career spanning 20 years -- all with the Lakers -- Bryant is all but (23) _________ (assure) of being a first-ballot inductee（第一候选人）into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, alongside Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett, later this year.Bryant, (24) _________ 18-time All-Star, was famous for his astonishing scoring ability and his championship pedigree（总冠军血统）. He teamed up with fellow All-Star Shaquille O'Neal (25) _________ (win) three consecutive NBA titles from 2000 to 2002, and later won two more rings, in 2009 and 2010.Known as the "Black Mamba", Bryant finished his career with 33,643 points in the regular season, which put him at No. 3 among NBA's scoring leaders, behind onlyKareem Abdul-Jabbar (38,387) and Karl Malone (36,928) (26) _________ LeBron James surpassed him just one day before Bryant's untimely death."Kobe was so much more than an athlete. He was a family man, which was (27) _________ we had most in common. Whenever we got together, I would hug his kids and he would embrace (28) _________." O'Neal wrote on Twitter."Kobe was one of the most extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments that are truly legendary（传奇般的）," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. "But he (29) _________ (remember) most for inspiring people around the world to pick up a basketball and compete (30) _________ the very best of their ability."Section BDirections: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. valuableB. unrecognizableC. unconsciouslyD. reservedE. heavilyF. encountersG. disruptedH. confusedI. closenessJ. bunchK. recomposedRelationship in the Digital AgePeople from our past whom we no longer directly communicate with but who are active on social networks can "occupy __31__ space in your mind, and you think about them instead of about your close friends," said Carlin Flora, the author of "Friend-fluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We are.""If my high school friend posts frequently about her life, it's almost like it's celebrity gossip, or it seems as if I am watching a reality show about her," Ms. Flora said. "Our brains get __32__ about whether we know celebrities; if we see someone a lot, our brain thinks we know them."Ms. Schiller, the Iowa graduate, goes out often with friends at night but also lives on a digital diet of texting __33__ enough that she recently hurt her thumb), Google chat and social media. As with many young people, talking on the phone was never a big part of her routine and is now __34__ for the rarest of occasions.There are physiological benefits to face-to-face __35__ however, that doesn't belong to digital interactions or the phone. "Your blood pressure goes down, and you imitate your friends gesture __36__." Ms. Flora said. "It's a kind of harmony humans have developed over thousands of years, and you don't get that when you only follow someone on social media."But now it's common for the synchrony（同步性）to be __37__ in person, thanks to smartphones. Imagine Edward Hopper's 1942 painting "Nighthawks" (below) __38__ today, with the three late-night diners and counterman all gazing at screens. "If there's a(n) __39__ of guys at a bar together and they're all on their phones," Ms. Flora said, "they're not doing much to stimulate the body system to create the sense of __40__."III. Reading ComprehensionsSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage, there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Transition. It's a pleasant word and a calming concept. It means going surely and sweetly from somewhere present to somewhere future. Unless, that is, it is newspapers' 'transition' to the __41__ world, an uncertain and highly uncomfortable process.Just look at the latest print circulation figures. The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian and many of the rest are down overall between 8% and 10% year-on-year, but their websites go ever higher.All of that may well be true, depending on timing, geography and more. __42__, everyone --- from web academics to print analysis -- says so. Yet pause for a while and count a few little thing that don't __43__.One is the magazine world, both in the UK and in the US. It ought to be __44__, wrecked by the move to the tablets which fit existing magazine page sizes so perfectly. But, in fact, the rate of decline in magazine purchasing is relatively small, withsubscriptions holding up strongly and advertising remarkable __45__.As for news and current affairs magazines --- which you'd expect to find in the eye of the digital storm -- they had a 8.4% increase to report. In short, on both sides of the Atlantic, although some magazine areas went down, many showed rapid growth.You can discover a __46__ phenomenon when it comes to books, Kindle and similar e-readers are booming, with sales up massively this year. The apparent first step of transition couldn't be __47__. Yet, when booksellers examined the value of the physical books they sold over the last six months, they found it just 0.4% down. Screen or paper, then? It wasn't one or the other: it was __48__.So if sales in that area have fallen so little, perhaps the __49__ mostly affects newspapers? Yet again, though, the messages are oddly __50__. The latest survey of trends by the World Association of Newspapers shows that global circulation rose 1.1% last year (to 812 million copies a day). Sales in the West dropped back but Asia more than __51__ the difference.Already 360 US papers -- including most of the biggest and best -- have built paywalls around their products. However, the best way of attracting a paying readership appears to be a deal that offers the print copy and digital access as some kind of __52__ package.__53__, print is also a crucial tool in selling internet subscriptions. And its advertising rates raise between nine and ten times more money than online.Of course this huge difference isn't __54__ news for newspaper companies, as maintaining both an active website and an active print edition is difficult, complex and expensive. But newspaper brands still have much of their high profile in print: adrift on the web, the job of just being __55__ becomes far harder.41. A. publishing B. online C. ideal D. unknown42. A. On the other hand B. After all C. To begin with D. For instance43. A. stop B. exist C. emerge D. fit44. A. regulated B. advancing C. collapsing D. minimized45. A. solid B. simple C. creative D. changeable46. A. cultural B. common C. scientific D. similar47. A. later B. harder C. clearer D. slower48. A. all B. neither C. both D. either49. A. service B. system C. crisis D. figure50. A. right B. vague C. designed D. mixed51. A. made up B. told apart C. took over D. held on52. A. joint B. mysterious C. modern D. complex53. A. In other words B. On the contrary C. What's more D. Even so54. A. new B. sad C. big D. good55. A. spared B. updated C. noticed D. editedSection BDirections: Read the following two passage. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)There have been many great violinists but none could hold a candle to Kuznetsov, a miraculous young Russian. On his emergence while still in his teens, his playing was filled with timeless wisdom beyond his years; he now holds the stage with immense authority. So it comes no surprise that he is about to add a new string to his bow. When he performs with the English Chamber Orchestra, it will be as both soloist （独奏者）and conductor. "It's something I've often thought about," he says.Other musicians who have traded the bow or piano for the baton（指挥棒）have failed; the transition is not easy, of which he is aware. "The most crucial thing is the human chemistry between conductor and players. You must avoid at all costs being an outsider, as though saying to the orchestra, 'You make your music while I imagine mine.'"He is quite relaxed about not yet having his own hand-language --- every conductor is different. Kuznetsov believes the connection between notes is not just physical, but also spiritual. Spiritually is, for Kuznetsov, the conductor's keycharacteristic. "And it should ideally be expressed through beauty of movement," he says. Some conductors threw themselves about, others hardly move a muscle. Where will Kuznetsov fit on that scale? "We must wait and see," he says.Kuznetsov himself moved straight as an arrow toward his goal. His father was an oboist（双簧管演奏者）and his mother conducted a choir, but at the age of four, young Leonid settled on the violin. "The violin is located at the front of the orchestra. It seemed very desirable to sit there and show off." He gave his first concert at the age of five. "When I went on stage, I bowed so deeply and so long that he audience laughed -- but I knew that this was what great artists always did. I felt it was an honour for the audience to listen to me." His programme that day included Paganini variations, "which were very easy for me."What is his view now of the recordings he made at that age? "I didn't have the technique I have now but across the years the intuition has not changed. I still feel every time I go on stage as though I'm newborn."Kuznetsov cautiously paces his own development. He didn't give his first performance of Beethoven's Violin Concerto until he felt ready for it, and he'll let Bach's works stay in his mind for some years.One of Kuznetsov's admirers wonders whether he is in danger of not hanging onto "the fearlessness of youth." On the evidence of Kuznetsov's bravely assured new interpretation of the Brahms Concerto, which he plays on a new CD release, I'd say that his fearlessness is in no danger yet.56. Kuznetsov think _________ is most important in conducting.A. the conductor's and the orchestra's knowledge of the compositionB. whether the conductor has cooperated with the players beforeC. the understanding between the conductor and the orchestraD. the players' recognition of the conductor57. What can be learned about Kuznetsov from the passage?A. He didn't start to play the violin until five.B. He plans so give Bach's works a try first.C. He isn't as enthusiastic as before about the violin.D. He was confident while giving his first concert.58. What can be inferred from the passage?A. Violin players are usually those who like to show off in an orchestra.B. It's easy for piano or violin players to become conductors.C. Kuznetsov hasn't decided which conductor's hand-language to follow.D. The writer thinks highly of Kuznetsov's performance as a conductor.59. What is the passage mainly about?A. A violinist's understanding of music.B. Kuznetsov's efforts that have led to his success.C. A violinist's new attempts in his musical ambitions.D. Kuznetsov's insight into how techniques matter in performance.(B)Jackson & Brown LtdHead Office, Bradford House,234 Manning-ham Road Bolton BL3 5QSt: 01204 249241 f: 01204 7900611 June 2020Dear ColleagueRe: __60__I am writing to make you ware of some forthcoming changes to the payment dates for your salary. During the past few weeks, we have been discussing with your trade union representatives our intention to change the frequency of the payment of your salary from monthly to every four weeks. The reason for this change is to enable us to improve the efficiency of the payroll system and to make it easier for you to understand what you have been paid.On Thursday 30 August, you will be paid your monthly basic pay up to and including 31 August. The last Thursday in the month is the normal monthly pay day. On 13 September, you will be paid basic pay up to and including 14 September. You will then be paid again 4 weeks later on 11 October, for time up to 12 October. Thetimetable of 4-weekly payments for the remainder of the financial year is listed below:8 November 31 January6 December 28 February3 January 2021 28 MarchI understand that the transfer to a four-weekly pay cycle may cause some of you disruption to your monthly pay routines, for example mortgage（按揭）or rent repayments. In recognition of this initial disturbance and to assist you through this time, we are offering a-loan facility for a maximum of three weeks' wages (net pay), for those who may find it difficult to budget for this change. I have enclosed a form detailing this loan. Please ensure you complete and return the form by 30 June if you wish to take advantage of this offer. If you choose to use the loan facility, this will be paid on 13 September.Of course, should you wish to discuss the contents of this letter, your line manager will have further information. If you still have any concerns or you have a personal query you wish to discuss, then from 13 June until 1 July you can call the following number: 01204 249259.I hope that this letter clarifies the changes for you and would like to take this opportunity to thank you in advance for your co-operation. Further information to explain how your new payslip will look will be available over the coming months.Yours sincerelyTina GreyGroup General Manager, Personnel Services60. Which of the following best fits the blank labeled with "60" in the paragraph?A. Notice of pay riseB. Changes to pay cycleC. Information of payD. Cancellation of payslips61. According to the e-mail, which of the following statements is true?A. The company's financial year ends every MarchB. It's not easy to understand the new payment system.C. The system of 4-weekly payments is thought inefficient.D. Employees will be paid on the last Thursday of the month.62. Which of the following statements is true of the loan facility?A. Employees can apply through the hotline available until 1 July.B. Everyone can apply for a loan that equals four week's wages.C. The applicants will receive the loan every month.D. The deadline for the application is 30 June.(C)A new survey by Harvard University finds more than two-thirds of young Americans disapprove of President Trump's use of Twitter. The implication is that Millennials prefer news from the White House to be filtered through other source, not a president's social media platform.Most Americans rely on social media to check daily headlines. Yet as distrust has risen toward all media, people may be starting to beef up their media literacy. Such a trend is badly needed. During the 2016 presidential campaign, nearly a quarter of web content shared by Twitter users in the politically critical state of Michigan was fake news, according to the University of Oxford. And a survey conducted for Buzz-Feed News found 44 percent of Facebook users rarely or never trust news from the media giant.Young people who are digital natives are indeed becoming more skillful at separating fact from fiction in cyberspace. A knight Foundation focus-group survey of young people between ages 14 and 24 found they use "distributed trust" to verify stories. They cross-check sources and prefer news from different perspectives -- especially those that are open about any bias（偏向）. "Many young people assume a great deal of personal responsibility for educating themselves and actively seeking out opposing viewpoints," the survey concluded.Such active research can have another effect. A 2014 survey conducted in Australia, Britain, and the United States by the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that young people's reliance on social media led to greater political engagement.Social media allows users to experience news events more intimately（密切地）and immediately while also permitting them to re-share news as a projection of their values and interests. This forces users to be more conscious of their role in passing along information. A survey by Barna research group found the top reason given by Americans for the fake news phenomenon is "reader error," more so than made-up stories or factual mistakes in reporting. About a third say the problem of fake news lies in "misinterpretation or exaggeration of actual news" via social media. In other words, the choice to share news on social media may be the heart of the issue. "This indicates there is a real personal responsibility in counteracting（抵制）this problem," says Roxanne Stone, editor in chief at Barna Group.So when young people are critical of an over-tweeting president, they reveal a mental discipline in thinking skills -- and in their choices on when to share on social media.63. According to the Paragraphs 1 and 2, many young Americans cast doubts on_________.A. peoples preference for social media platformsB. the reliability of social media as a source of newsC. the justification of the news-filtering practiceD. the administration's ability to handle information64. According to the Knight Foundation survey, young people _________.A. check out news by referring to diverse resourcesB. tend to voice their opinions in cyberspaceC. like to exchange views through "distributed trust"D. prefer biased perspectives on news65. The Brana survey found that a main cause for the fake news problems is_________.A. readers' lack of knowledgeB. journalists' mistaken reportingC. journalists' made-up storiesD. readers' misinterpretation66. Which of the following would be the best title for the text?A. The Platforms for Projection of Personal Values and InterestsB. A Counteraction Against the Over-tweeting TrendC. The Accumulation of Mutual Trust on Social MediaD. A Rise in Critical Skills for Sharing News OnlineSection CDirections: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A. It is said that higher levels of any physical activity help keep off an early grave.B. The studies did not rely on self-reporting, which, the expect noted, could be unreliable.C. The latest study backs up previous research suggesting reducing time spent sitting still is beneficial.D. However, the study had limitations.E. A short period of intense activity is viewed as beneficial as much longer periods of lesser activity.F. The team found a greater volume of activity overall was linked to a lower risk of death.Washing the dishes 'can help you live longer in later years' Even a small increase in light activity, such as washing dishes or a little gentle gardening, might help lower the risk of an early death among older adults, researchers say."It is important for elderly people, who might not be able to do much moderate intensity activity, that just moving around and doing light intensity activity will have strong effects and is beneficial," said Ulf Ekelund, a professor and first author of the study at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. However, the study finds that there is more "bang for your buck." if you engage in intense activity compared with light activity. _________67_________.Published in the BMJ, the latest research involved a review of eight studies encompa ssing a total of more than 36,000 people with an average age of almost 63 years. Participants were followed for five to six years; 2194 deaths were recorded. Crucially, all of the studies involved monitoring the physical activity of individuals who had activity trackers. _________68_________.For each study participants were split into four equal-sized groups, based on the total amount of time spent active, and the risk of death assessed, taking into account factors such as age, gender, body mass index, and socioeconomic status. This was then repeated for an amount of activity at different levels of intensity. The results were analyzed together to give an overview. _________69_________. The results held for different intensities of activity. The team said the study supported the message "sit less and move more and more often."_________70_________ It only looked at the situation for middle age and older adults, most of whom lived in the US or Europe, and some of the effect could be due to those people with a higher risk of death being less likely to engage in physical activity. Physical activity levels also were only measured over one period of time.IV. Summary WritingDirections: Read the following three passages. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.71. Pedestrians onlyThe concept of traffic-free shopping areas goes back a long time. During the Middle Ages, traffic-free shopping ares were built to allow people to shop in comfort and, more importantly, safety. The modern, traffic-free shopping street was born in Europe in the 1960s, when both city populations and car ownership increased rapidly. Dirty exhaust fumes from cars and the risks involved in crossing the road were beginning to make shopping an unpleasant and dangerous experience. Many believed the time was right for experimenting with car-free streets, and shopping ares seemed the best place to start.At first, there was resistance from shopkeepers. They believed that such a move would be bad four business. They argued that people would avoid streets if they were unable to get to them in their cars. When the first streets in Europe were closed to traffic, there were even noisy demonstrations, as many shopkeepers predicted they would lose customers.However, research carried out afterwards in several European cities revealed some unexpected statistics. In Munich, Cologne and Hamburg, visitors to shopping areas increased by 50 percent. On Copenhagen's main shopping street, shopkeepers reported sales increases of 25-40 percent. Shopkeepers in Minneapolis, USA, were so impressed when they learnt this that they even offered to pay for the construction and maintenance costs of their own traffic-free streets.With the arrival of the traffic-free shopping street, many shops, especially those selling things like clothes, food and smaller luxury items, prospered. Unfortunately, it wasn't good news for everyone, as shops selling furniture and larger electrical appliances actually saw their sales drop. Many of these were forced to move elsewhere, away from the city centre. Today they are a common feature on the outskirts of towns and cities, often situated in out-of-town retail zones with their own car parks and other local facilities.V. TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72. 没过多久，教练就用Tom替换了那位表现欠佳的球员。
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difference.
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drug abuse: using drug wrongly or
disease. An unknown virus infected people in China and many people died of it. Scientists and doctors soon discovered the virus and called it SARS. Because of modern transportation, SARS quickly spread to other parts of the world. Canada and China were among the worst
discovered that healthy people who
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international cooperation and
collective security. Today, there are 191 countries which are the members of the UN.
role in improving the world’s health.
For example, last winter, a terrible
tsunami broke out in the Indian Ocean.
A large number of people lost their
lives in the disaster, and there were also a huge number of people who lost their homes. Many of them suffered from bad living conditions and bad sanitation,
Members in the fields of education,
science, culture and communication. SB: I want to talk about UN. UN stands for the United Nations, it was established on October 24th, 1945 by 51 countries. Its function is to preserve peace through
against the disease. But it was not
until 1967, when the WHO started a
large programme to fight smallpox,
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affected areas. The governments tried
their best to stop the disease from
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2. Do you think that WHO plays an important role in improving the world’s health? You can explain the
reason by giving examples.
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to fight diseases, improve sanitation, and stop alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse. One of the WHO’s greatest successes to date is playing a major part in freeing the world from smallpox, which
with diseases, the WHO could provide
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The WHO is also working to prevent and treat diseases like AIDS and polio. Several programmes exist that are aimed at improving health care in the world and protecting people against new diseases. In 2003, the world saw a new and frightening
The Health Assembly is composed of representatives from WHO’s Member States. The main tasks of the World Health Assembly are to approve the WHO programme and the budget for the following biennium and to decide major policy questions.
of information and knowledge — while helping Member States to build their human and institutional capacities in diverse fields. In short, UNESCO promotes international cooperation among its 191 Member States and six Associate
November 16th, 1945. Today, UNESCO functions as a laboratory of ideas and a standard-setter to forge universal agreements on emerging ethical issues. The Organization also serves as a clearinghouse — for the dissemination and sharing
people in the world. Health is defined in WHO’s Constitution as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. WHO is governed by 192 member states through the World Health Assembly.
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The World Health Organisation, or WHO, was created by the United Nations in 1948. The goal of the WHO is to help people all over the world to live a healthy life. In order to reach this goal, the WHO runs programmes