高二英语月考试题
2023-2024学年全国高中高二上英语人教版月考试卷(含解析)
2023-2024学年全国高二上英语月考试卷考试总分：40 分考试时间： 120 分钟学校：__________ 班级：__________ 姓名：__________ 考号：__________注意事项：1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息;2．请将答案正确填写在答题卡上;卷II（非选择题）一、填空题（本题共计 1 小题，共计5分）1.(5分) 在语境中根据首字母及提示填写单词或短语。
（1）If a shark attacks you, follow the advice: Keep calm. Don't p______（to suddenly feel frightened so that you cannot think clearly and you say or do sth stupid, dangerous, etc.; to make sb do this）.（2）In 1399, Henry IV became king of England, whose mother tongue was English, and he used English for all o______（agreed to, said, done, etc. by sb who is in a position of authority）events.（3）The telephone rang. Martin h______（to be slow to speak or act because you feel uncertain or nervous）, debating whether to answer it.（4）Unfortunately, what the research center spent five years doing had no p______（connected with real situations rather than with ideas or theories）use.（5）Is it c______（useful, easy or quick to do; not causing problems）for you to post this letter?二、完形填空（本题共计 1 小题，共计5分）2.(5分)Three years ago, I participated in Model United Nations (MUN) held by the Education Department, which was a mock（模拟的）UN activity. During the two days, students are separated in different groups which（1）________ different countries to debate and try to solve problems. MUN has（2）________ awards: best delegates（代表）, honorary mentions, and verbal mentions.Each time I participate in MUN, I made good（3）________ and undoubtedly got a few awards. But I often felt as if I'd（4）________ because I had never won the best delegate award. I（5）________ those who didn't deserve to win the award but won it various times, and I was just filled with（6）________ at their success. I thought about why they shouldn't have won and why I should have. This（7）________ me to ask the director.（8）________ the director, he helped me patiently and（9）________ my weakness. Later I realized that it was also（10）________ not to get the award because I couldactually（11）________ something, and that I shouldn't（12）________ the best delegate award until I was the best delegate I could be. It made me（13）________ that if I had won the best delegate award easily, I wouldn't have learned how to become a better delegate and I wouldn't have（14）________ my short-comings and turned failures into victories.Failures are completely subjective—we can look at a result as a failure or a（15）________. Any failure can be regarded as a(n)（16）________ because you can always learn something from it anddo（17）________ next time. This is supported by John Locke's theory that we are born with blank views; knowledge and ability are learned from our（18）________. That's true. If I make a mistake in the life practice, then I probably won't（19）________ that next time. I believe this is（20）________ the best way to become better.（1）A.strengthenB.condemnC.inspireD.represent（2）A.variousB.temporaryC.identicalD.false（3）A.appointmentsB.preparationsC.predictionsD.explanations（4）A.acceleratedB.exitedC.failedD.succeeded（5）A.approachedB.trainedC.expectedD.witnessed（6）C.satisfactionD.delight（7）A.stoppedB.refusedC.invitedD.led（8）A.Thanks toB.Next toC.In honor ofD.In spite of（9）A.lost sight ofB.pointed outC.gave upD.looked down on（10）A.annoyedB.ashamedC.goodD.terrible（11）C.deleteD.display（12）A.missB.winC.deliverD.value（13）A.regretB.misguideC.doubtD.understand（14）A.overcomeB.judgedC.neglectedD.forgotten（15）A.bondB.betC.victoryD.loss（16）C.burdenD.limit（17）A.funnierB.worseC.betterD.slower（18）A.decisionsB.attitudesC.positionsD.experiences（19）A.repeatB.admitC.acceptD.notice（20）A.wronglyB.scarcelyC.trulyD.narrowly三、阅读理解（本题共计 4 小题，每题 5 分，共计20分）3.Christmas Glow, RHS Wisley, SurreyThe garden is flowing with large lighted flowers. Some of the trees are, brilliant, too. The glasshouse is decorated like a gingerbread house, and displays（展览）seasonal plants. There are lanterns around thelake. The cafe serves hot chocolate and apple juice.•￡9.90, adult; ￡3.60, child• 20 Dec. to 2 Jan.Festival of Light, Longleat Safari Park, WiltshireLongleat is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Large lanterns take the shape of some of the park's animals, and there are also lots of characters in Beatrix Potter's book, such as Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck, Squirrel Nutkin, to mark the 150th anniversary of the author's birth. There is also a 20-metre-high birthday cake.• ￡27.85, adult; ￡20.65, child; under-threes, free• 15 Dec. to 2 Jan.Festival of Light, Enchanted Park, GatesheadEnchanted Park is an interactive walk through Saltwell Park, just south of the town centre, along a trail of light with performances and sculptures. "The story being told is Midwinter Night's Tale, inspired by the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death." Visitors can join stories and songs with Santa, and attend decorating workshops.•￡8, adult; ￡2, child; under-fours, free•11-27 Dec.Christmas at Kew Gardens or LondonKew is a special place to visit at any time of the day or year, but the festive light show gives it a magical twist, as the mile-long trail through the garden is decorated with 60,000 lights. Some of the garden's oldest and tallest trees are also beautifully lit along the way.•￡16, adult; ￡10, child; under-fours, free• 24 Dec. to 2 Jan.（1）Which of the following events last the longest?A.Christmas Glow, RHS Wisley, Surrey.B.Festival of Light, Longleat Safari Park, Wiltshire.C.Festival of Light, Enchanted Park, Gateshead.D.Christmas at Kew Gardens or London.（2）What can people do in Enchanted Park?A.Learn to write stories.B.Play with wild animals.C.Pay a visit to glasshouses.D.Sing songs with Santa.（3）How much should a woman and her 4-year-old twin children pay to visit Kew Gardens?A.￡16.B.￡26.C.￡36.D.￡48.（3）What is special about Mp3 Experiment Eight?A.It was played online.B.It was the earliest flash mob.C.It was played with no sound.D.It was most accepted by the audience.（4）What is the author's opinion on flash mobs?A.Supportive.B.Hopeless.C.Uncaring.D.Doubtful.5.The country is India. A large dinner party is being given in an up-country station by a colonial official and his wife. The guests are army and government officers and their wives, and an American naturalist.At one side of the long table, a spirited discussion springs up between a young girl and an army officer. The girl insists women have long outgrown the jumping-on-a-chair-at-the-sight-of-a-mouse era, and that they are not as anxious as their grandmothers were. The officer says they are, arguing women haven't the actual nerve control of men."A woman's reaction in any crisis," the officer says, "is to scream. And while a man may feel like it, he has that ounce more of control than a woman has."The American scientist does not join in the argument but sits and watches the faces of the other guests. As he stares, he sees a slight, though strange look of anxiety come over the face of the hostess. With a small gesture she summons the servant standing behind her chair. She whispers to him. The servant's eyes widen. He turns quickly and leaves the room. No one else sees this, nor the servant when he puts a bowl of milk on the balcony outside the glass doors.The American understands. In India, milk in a bowl means only one thing. It is bait for a snake. He realizes there is a cobra in the room. The American's eyes move across the room but he sees nothing. He realizes the snake can only be in one place—under the table.His first reaction is to jump back and warn the others. But he knows any sudden movement will frighten the cobra and it will strike. He speaks quickly, the quality of his voice so arresting that it quietens everyone. "I want to know just what control everyone at this table has. I will count three hundred—that's five minutes —and not one of you is to move a single muscle. Now! Ready!"The 20 people sit like stone images while he counts. He is saying "…two hundred and eighty..." when, out of the corner of his eye, he sees the snake emerge and make for the bowl of milk. Four or five screams ring out as he jumps to slam shut the balcony doors."There is your proof!" the host says. "A man has just shown us real control.""Just a minute," the American says, turning to his hostess, "How did you know that cobra was in the room?"A faint smile comes across the woman's face as she replies. "Because it was lying across my foot."（1）What is the argument between the army officer and the young girl about?A.Whether women are afraid of mice.B.Whether men are calmer than women.C.Whether men are cleverer than women.D.Whether women would make suitable soldiers.（2）Why is the servant asked to put out some milk?A.To play a trick.B.To serve the guests.C.To attract the snake.D.To feed the hostess's pet.（3）Why does the scientist suggest the guests play a game?A.He doesn't want anyone to panic.B.He intends to test the officer's theory.C.He sees there was a snake in the room.D.He wants to entertain the other guests.（4）What does the author imply through the hostess's final statement?A.The army officer's opinion is wrong.B.The hostess understood the American's intention.C.The American was surprised by the snake's presence.D.The hostess has had previous experience dealing with snakes.6.Have you ever heard of a pawpaw（木瓜）? If not, do not feel bad. Most Americans do not know of the fruit, though it is native to the United States.Once, however, it was one of the most popular fruits in North America. Happily, those who love the pawpaw are trying to return it to its former position in American foods. A pawpaw is a tropical-like fruit that grows on trees found all over the eastern United States. It's also the largest fruit native to the US.It is similar to a typical mango in size. It has a dull green-colored skin, and a soft, almost-creamy orange inside. The pawpaw was not sold commercially in the past. The fruit requires a very special environment-low, wet areas that sometimes flood. It has a very short harvest season, from two to three weeks in September and October. In addition, the fruit is good to eat for only two to three days after harvesting. This makes it hard to sell anywhere distant from the pawpaw tree it came from.Planters are again growing pawpaw trees and harvesting the fruit. In several states farmers haveorganized "pawpaw festivals" to reintroduce people to the food. At such a festival in Maryland recently, farmers displayed different products made with pawpaws. There were pawpaw jams, pies, gelato（冰淇淋）and beer. Michael Judd helped organize the Maryland pawpaw festival.Farmers are trying to grow kinds of pawpaws that will be easier to ship and sell commercially. Donna and Jim Davis are pawpaw farmers in Westminster, Maryland. They said that they purchased their pawpaw trees in the 1990s and now sell the fruit at farmer's markets and online.（1）What can we know about the pawpaw according to the text?A.Its harvest season lasts long.B.It grows in Europe originally.C.It has already returned to its former position.D.It used to be well-received in North America.（2）What limited the pawpaw to being sold commercially in the past?A.It was unknown to the world.B.It's hard to grow, store and transport.C.It has similar taste with typical mangoes.D.The planters were unwilling to grow them for low profits.（3）Why do farmers hold "pawpaw festivals"?A.To show lots of delicious food to people.B.To make the pawpaw known to people again.C.To introduce people to a completely new fruit.D.To tell people the forgotten history about the fruit.（5）What is the best title for the text?A.The History of Pawpaws.B.How to Grow Pawpaws.C.The Comeback of Pawpaws.D.The Origin of Pawpaw Festival.四、七选五（本题共计 1 小题，共计5分）7. （5分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
江苏省盐城市五校联考2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考试题英语
6.What’s the man?
A.A hotel receptionist.B.A salesman.C.A painter.
7.Which colour will the woman try on?
A.Red.B.Black.C.Purple.
A.It’s in a hurry.
B.It’s unimportant.
C.It’s timeconsuming.
15.What’s the man’s last task?
A.Writing a report.
B.Starting a new project.
C.Sending an email.
16.When will the woman give a presentation?
A.Today.B.Next week.C.Next month.
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17.What is Belfast famous for?
A.Making ropes.B.Building ships.C.Selling tea.
A.She failed to behave herself in public.
B.She got lost with her brother.
C.She served the wrong dish.
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听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
湖北省部分学校2023-2024学年高二下学期6月月考英语试题
湖北省部分学校2023-2024学年高二下学期6月月考英语试题一、阅读理解How to explore Yellowstone National Park in just two days? Here is an incredible 2-day itinerary (行程) that enables you to see Yellowstone’s best in just one weekend.DAY ONE●Lamar Valley: This grassy valley supports huge numbers of bears, wolves, deer, bisons, coyotes and bald eagles. To see a wolf, get up before sunrise and head to Lamar Valley in the park’s northeast corner.●Mammoth Hot Springs: Near the park's north entrance, stop at Mammoth Hot Springs where you can see colorful terraces (梯形地貌) formed by hot springs rising to the surface. You’ll see about 50 hot springs as you follow the boardwalks for 1.75 miles.●Old Faithful Inn: A trip to Yellowstone wouldn’t be complete without seeing one of the largest log structures in the world. Built from 1903 to 1904, the Old Faithful Inn is an amazing hotel worth visiting.DAY TWO●Grand Prismatic: Head to Midway Geyser Basin and walk along the boardwalk to see one of the world’s largest and deepest hot springs — Grand Prismatic Spring. It’s larger than a football field at 370 feet across and deeper than a 10-story building at 125 feet. Its colors are incredible and range from deep blue in the center to green to yellow and orange on the edges.●Yellowstone Lake: When you feel hungry, head for Yellowstone Lake, which has 141 miles of shoreline. Thirteen picnic areas line the lake’s shores. Be ready to enjoy a peaceful picnic.●Giant Waterfalls: The powerful Yellowstone River formed the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone which is home to three incredible waterfalls: Upper, Lower and Crystal falls. Seeing the waterfalls in the late afternoon or early evening light is breathtaking.1．Which of the following is the best place for watching wildlife?A．Lamar Valley.B．Giant Waterfalls.C．Grand Prismatic.D．Mammoth Hot Springs.2．What is the highlight of Old Faithful Inn?A．Its short history.B．Its surrounding wonders.C．Its modern design.D．Its unique architecture.3．What do we know about Grand Prismatic?A．It is blue on the edges.B．It is perfect for a picnic.C．It is very large in size.D．It owns three waterfalls.When Ben Edlavitch was in elementary school, his grandfather, David Levine, got him his first Lego set. Growing up in Richmond, Edlavitch enjoyed plenty of quality time with his grandfather. From Edlavitch’s young age, the two shared countless hours tending to Levine’s 1926 Ford Model A, which developed in them a working rapport (融洽) that served them well when they participated as contestants on the fourth season of Lego Masters, a reality competition show on Fox, in the fall of 2023.Edlavitch and Levine were among 12 teams chosen from over 2,000 applicants to appear on the show, hosted by Lego Batman himself, Will Arnett. Over the course of the show, the teams were tasked with creating original builds for a chance to win $100,000 and the title of Lego Master. To prepare for it, Edlavitch says, “We spent a lot of time together figuring out Lego techniques... We studied past seasons to see what the judges liked and responded to.”For Edlavitch, 21, a student at the University of Virginia studying community-focused architecture, Lego bricks build a lifetime of “play”, an essential aspect of his approach to architecture. “Lego teaches you a world perspective (视角), which is that you can take anything apart and put it back together again in a way that makes it better,” he says,“and that, I think, is what got me into architecture.”Aside from his builds on Lego Masters, Edlavitch has created a 433-brick model of the Richmond skyline and a Richmond city block. Moreover, Edlavitch says he will offer kids’ workshops that combine Lego and architecture in an approachable way, introducing the field to a new generation through “play”.According to Edlavitch, most people don’t think about architecture very seriously as a career until later high school or college, at which point a lot of these kind of old-fashioned programs are considered too late to get started, and this leads to a less diverse and less creative field. He hopes, through his builds and workshops, to model a different approach.4．How was Edlavitch and his grandfather’s performance at the show?A．Unsatisfying.B．Unexpected.C．Excellent.D．Worrying. 5．What did Edlavitch and his grandfather do for the show?A．They arranged three seasons.B．They consulted Lego Batman.C．They interviewed the judges.D．They studied Lego techniques.6．What does Edlavitch think of “play”?A．It is important for learning architecture.B．It takes up much of his study time.C．It fails to open opportunities for creation.D．It is meaningless for a new generation. 7．Why does Edlavitch decide to provide workshops for kids?A．To offer chances for them to recognize Lego.B．To develop their interest in architecture.C．To encourage them to be more serious.D．To show his talent in building Lego.Using AI, a group of researchers from Dalhouse University in Halifax have begun the work of translating the language of chickens. Dr. Suresh Neethirajan, one of the lead researchers of the study, set out to create a “universal chicken translator”, reported The Conversation.Chicken speech is actually a lot more complex than one might think. They can make different sounds, and the way they communicate with one another can be affected by their environment and age. Moreover, chickens also communicate through body language and facial expressions.Luckily, the researchers were able to use new Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to help them begin to know what chickens are saying. According to The Conversation, AI can process and analyze huge amounts of sound data. It can recognize patterns and types of vocalizations (发声). Using this information and an AI technique called Natural Language Processing, the researchers began to interpret the emotional states of chickens. Moreover, the researchers also used data video to record the chickens’ expressions and facial temperatures, thus knowing how chickens respond to something stressful.Neethirajan said that his team’s interest in chicken communication isn’t just academic. “Farmers can use this knowledge to create better living conditions, leading to healthier andhappier chickens. This, in turn, can affect the quality of produce, animal health and overall farm efficiency,” he said.The more people understand animals, the more likely they are to care about their well-being. Other researchers could use the data and methods that Neethirajan and his team have collected to begin to understand other bird species, and take care of their well-being as well.As AI becomes more and more common in our lives, it can be misused more easily. Neethirajan and his team, however, are part of a push toward positive AI use. Instead of using AI for boring goals, they suggest using AI to create a better world. For this, they should be commended.8．Why is the complexity of chicken speech mentioned in paragraph 2?A．To introduce the lifestyles of chickens.B．To explain chickens’ ways of communication.C．To prove scientists’ idea of new AI technologies.D．To show the necessity to create chicken translators.9．What did Neethirajan’s team use Natural Language Processing to do?A．Observe chickens’ facial expressions.B．Track chickens’ temperatures.C．Learn about chickens’ feelings.D．Record chickens’ sounds.10．What does Neethirajan say about their finding?A．It can be beneficial to farmers.B．It needs further testing.C．It causes doubt among researchers.D．It is harmful to animals.11．What does the underlined word “commended” in the last paragraph probably mean?A．Invited.B．Praised.C．Ignored.D．Trained.Today’s teens are still going through the same physical and emotional transitions (过渡) older generations had, but they’re also burdened with pressures we never could have imagined even several years ago—from the cruel separation caused by social media to the terrifying impact of climate change. In the face of all this, how can teens overcome these challenges? While there’re no simple answers to this question, part of the way forward is learning self-compassion.Self-compassion means treating yourself with kindness and support when you’re having a hard time, being aware of difficult emotions and recognizing they’re a normal part of life. Thismay sound like no big deal, but actually, most of us do the opposite. When something’s happened that makes us feel bad, for example, we tend to be overly self-critical, often assuming that whatever happened was our fault.In a recently published study, my colleagues and I taught one group of teens the Mindful Self-Compassion for Teens (MSC-T) program. Eight sessions were designed to help them be more supportive and compassionate to themselves. Another group learned a healthy lifestyle course that included sessions on nutrition, exercise, sleep and healthy social media use.In our study, all the teens were exhibiting some anxious symptoms. The results showed that after six months, teens in the self-compassion group were over 2.5 times less likely to develop full-blown anxiety compared to teens in the healthy lifestyle group, suggesting the self-compassion course protected the teens from getting more anxious.Although we can’t determine how self-compassion is protective, we suspect it has to do with teens developing an understanding of common humanity. In one class, a teen said, “Whatever you’re feeling, you’re not alone in it. Somebody else will feel the same way, and will know where you’re coming from.”Self-compassion won’t solve all teens’ problems. But it’ll give them a new way to approach their problems without blaming themselves. As one teen said to me after taking a self-compassion course, “You know, it’s changed the way I look at myself and the world.” And that can make all the difference.12．What do most people tend to do when having a hard time?A．They criticize others.B．They seek support.C．They remain normal.D．They blame themselves.13．How did the author and his colleagues mainly draw their conclusion?A．By making comparisons.B．By listing numbers.C．By quoting sayings.D．By presenting examples.14．How can self-compassion affect teens in the author’s opinion?A．It helps develop kindness in them.B．It can give them a new viewpoint.C．It gets them to take care of others.D．It makes them emotionally weaker. 15．Which of the following is the best title for the text?A．How Can Teenagers Get Over Challenges in Life?B．How Is Self-Compassion Used to Fight Loneliness?C．Can Self-Compassion Help Teens With Anxiety?D．Is Guiding the Teen Years Harder Than Before?While most people appreciate the health advantages that come from running, cycling, or lifting weights, fewer people understand the benefits that come from a good swim. Actually, swimming provides a series of specific benefits.Arguably, the most important one is that it promotes heart health. According to a research, the practice improves circulation and cardiovascular (心血管的) efficiency, so one’s risk of heart attack decreases. 16 , which raises your heart rate and reduces your blood pressure effectively.17 . To push yourself forward, swimming requires the use of many major muscle groups of the body. These include core muscles, neck muscles, arm, hand and shoulder muscles, chest and back muscles, plus leg and feet muscles, thus contributing to muscle strengthening.Swimming can aid in weight management goals as well. 18 . One public health analysis found that a 155-pound person burns 281 calories per hour swimming at a medium pace but can burn as many as 704 calories per hour swimming freestyle at a vigorous (强有力的) pace.Additionally, swimming has mental health benefits. Studies show that moving through water increases blood flow to the brain and causes a release of dopamine (多巴胺). 19 .Given so many benefits of swimming, why not get started? Some experts recommend a mix of both swimming and other water-related works when starting out. Above all, making the experience enjoyable is key to ensuring you stick with it. “Swimming is not just an exercise but an enjoyable and refreshing experience. 20 ,” says Lori Sherlock, an exercise physiology professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine.A．Swimming is also good for every muscle in the bodyB．Swimming is a whole-body rhythmic and dynamic activityC．The butterfly stroke burns as many as 774 calories per hourD．Research shows that repeating swim movements can burn many caloriesE．There are some techniques about swimming which need to be practicedF．In this way, swimming has even been shown to improve memory functionG．It can also enhance your physical health, mental well-being and quality of life二、完形填空I stared at the screen, re-reading the message from my friend, Noelle. Someone had 21 her by sharing her personal news — she had been refused by her dream school, which Noelle had shared with only several people. She didn’t know who let the 22 out, but she was disappointed.I felt so 23 as I’d been the one to tell someone beyond her 24 . It’d have been easy to admit what I had done and 25 if her note was an accusation. But it read as though it had been 26 and pasted (粘贴) to several people. 27 the right option, I chose the coward (胆小的) way out.“I’m sorry that happened to you,” I 28 . “How awful that your confidence was broken.” And her 29 came back within seconds, “Thank you.”30 , that would be good enough. I didn’t admit my action, but I’d expressed regret and 31 her pain. But, deep down, I knew I’d been the one to 32 faith and hurt her. I was ashamed, not only for my original action, but because I’d heaped (堆积) wrong upon wrong by 33 it up.I felt painful. I knew what stood between me and doing the right thing: my image. That’s what I 34 to lose after telling Noelle the truth.Yet what was my image compared to doing the 35 thing? To remain silent would make that image a lie anyway. So the next day, I went straight to Noelle and admitted what I’d done.21．A．followed B．interrupted C．upset D．warned 22．A．solution B．word C．way D．cry 23．A．angry B．surprised C．amused D．guilty 24．A．circle B．response C．control D．description 25．A．wait B．question C．apologize D．smile 26．A．refused B．copied C．removed D．taught 27．A．Making B．Considering C．Expecting D．Ignoring28．A．typed B．called C．admitted D．repeated 29．A．translation B．doubt C．reply D．puzzle 30．A．Luckily B．Surely C．Sadly D．Simply 31．A．sympathized with B．assisted with C．reflected onD．experimented on32．A．answer B．establish C．have D．break 33．A．picking B．taking C．covering D．bringing 34．A．feared B．decided C．intended D．managed 35．A．boring B．right C．embarrassing D．traditional三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
江苏省通州高级中学2024-2025学年高二上学期第一次月考英语试题
江苏省通州高级中学高二（上）英语学科（一）命题人：高二英语备课组审核人：包建忠第一部分听力第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What is the woman looking for?A. A hotel.B. A company.C. A bus station.2. What is the man doing?A. Practicing speaking.B. Asking for help.C. Giving advice.3. Where does the man usually have dinner on weekends?A. At his home.B. In his friend’s pub.C. In a Chinese restaurant.4. What are the speakers going to do?A. Have a barbecue.B. Rest in the car.C. Take an exam.5. Why does the man call the woman?A. To book a table.B. To delay dinner.C. To order foods.第二节（共15小题；每题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟，听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What does the woman ask the man to do?A. Join the company.B. Hire employees.C. Give her a raise.7. When will the man reply?A. On Wednesday.B. On Thursday.C. On Friday.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
山东省枣庄市第三中学2023-2024学年高二6月月考英语试题
山东省枣庄市第三中学2023-2024学年高二6月月考英语试题一、听力选择题1．What is the weather like?A．Cloudy.B．Sunny.C．Rainy.2．What is the woman doing?A．Asking for help.B．Giving suggestions.C．Sharing an experience. 3．Who is Karen?A．A teacher.B．An artist.C．A bank clerk.4．Where does the conversation probably take place?A．At a hotel.B．At a supermarket.C．At a travel agency. 5．What is the conversation mainly about?A．Insects.B．A book.C．The planet.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．What do we know about the platform?A．It’s aimed at improving spoken English.B．It provides Chinese reading materials.C．It offers reading services to all ages.7．What does the man tell Jennifer in the end?A．How to access the platform.B．Whether to pay for the service.C．When to sign up for the course.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．Why does Susan talk to Mike?A．To tell him about an event about crops.B．To collect some information.C．To extend an invitation.9．What does Mike think of the event?A．Interesting.B．Boring.C．Average. 10．When will the event end?A．At 8:00 am.B．At 11:00 am.C．At 3:00 pm.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
山东省泰安第二中学2023-2024学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题
山东省泰安第二中学2023-2024学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读选择Here are 4 books you should read at least once in your life.Number the Stars by LoisIt tells the story of a Danish girl growing up in World War II with her best friend, Ellen, who happens to be Jewish. When she learns about the horrors that the Nazis are imposing on the Jewish people, she and her family stop at nothing to protect Ellen and countless other Jews. Lois’ novel is a powerful reminder that cultural and religious differences are no divide between true friends.The Little Prince by AntoineIt is the story of a little boy who falls to Earth from an Asteroid (小行星) after visiting several other asteroids to try to understand mankind. In his travels he meets a series of strange and delightful characters and an untamed fox. The Little Prince is a heartwarming tale of the power of friendship and trust.Charlotte’s Web by E. B．WhiteWho doesn’t love a novel about talking animals? It opens the door to imagination, asking us to imagine what a world where animals could talk would be like. On a more serious note, it challenges us to ask ourselves how we’d treat animals if they could talk. If they could tell us their joys and their fears, would mankind treat them more humanely?To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper LeeThe story centers on Jean Louise Finch, an unusually intelligent girl who ages from six to nine years old during the novel. Her father, Atticus Finch, a well-known and respected lawyer, defends Tom Robinson, an African American who is falsely accused of killing a young white woman. It is both a young girl’s coming-of-age story and a darker drama about the roots and consequences of racism and prejudice in society.1．What do the two books Number the Stars and The Little Prince both involve?A．History.B．Travel.C．Friendship.D．Family. 2．What kind of book is Charlotte’s Web?A．A fairy story book.B．An animal science book.C．A biology textbook.D．An animal book for kids.3．What subject may the book To Kill a Mockingbird explore?A．Family conflicts.B．Career design.C．Legal systems.D．Social issues.An immersive and slow-paced Citywalk is becoming trendy across China. In contrast to rushing past overcrowded tourist landmarks, the new trend has emerged as a popular alternative to explore bustling markets, ancient streets, and charming alleys at a leisurely pace.The appeal of Citywalk caters particularly to the younger generation often caught up in demanding work schedules. As evidenced by the increasing popularity of hash tags like “City walk for vacation” on lifestyle sharing platform Xiaohong shu, with a staggering 465 million views and nearly 464, 600 engagements, the trend is truly capturing unbelievable attention.Citywalk, or meandering through the urban landscapes, means the act of walking freely along city streets unburdened by exhaustive plans. It offers people an avenue to intimately experience urban culture and local traditions. Citywalk is not merely about sightseeing. It creates an opportunity for social interactions and deep connections with the cities. Citywalk routes are tailored to the specific interests of both out-of-town tourists and locals. For tourists, the focus is on sharing local customs and traditions, while for locals, discussions revolve around the city’s past, present, and future. The growing trend of Citywalk reflects a changing attitude towards life, embracing a warmer, more relaxed, and slower-paced lifestyle.As Citywalk expands beyond first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, to second-and third-tier cities across the county, it brings fresh opportunities for the tourism industry, in such areas as dining, shopping, and accommodation.Governments in Beijing and Shandong have recognized the potential of Citywalk, incorporating it into their action plans to promote cultural tourism and leisure activities. In Shanghai, public bus lines specially designed have been introduced to elevate the overall Citywalk for participants.“By slowing down and delving into the narrow alleys, observing the lives of city residents, and immersing oneself in the context of museums and art galleries, one is entitled to embrace the pleasure of life,” said Luo Jun, a cultural tourism enthusiast.4．What’s the main reason for the popularity of Citywalk among young people?A．It mainly focuses on urban sightseeing.B．Social media offer many tempting videos.C．Busywork schedule limits the choice of people.D．Conventional tourist landmarks are losing charm.A．Astonishing.B．Rewarding.C．Embarrassing.D．Shrinking. 6．Which of the following statements is NOT Citywalk?A．An immersive route for foreigners to enjoy the alleys in Chengdu.B．A holiday travel to hurriedly visit crowded landmarks in Shanghai.C．A free walk including visiting museums and old towns in Qingdao.D．A leisurely tour along Qiantang River to experience city transformation.7．What have some governments done to promote Citywalk?A．Facilities in the museums have been enhanced.B．Cooperation has been strengthened among cities.C．Opportunities have been offered to third-tier cities.D．Specific public transportation routes have been introduced.There are many differences in ways of thinking between East and West. Many of them are reflected in daily behaviour. In particular, Chinese people sometimes attach more importance to their appearance and social status than to their inner qualities, while Westerners think the opposite. However, Socrates (Ancient Greek philosopher) and Confucius share significant similarities that are universal.Both philosophers share several teachings in common; for example, their understanding of the nature of knowledge and their opinions on education. Socrates believed “There is only one good, knowledge;and only one evil, ignorance.” Similarly, Confucius said, “Isn’t it a pleasure to study and practice what you have learned?” But both also acknowledge the limits of knowledge. Socrates said: “All I know is that I know nothing.” Similarly, Confucius said, “When you know a thing, to hold you know it; when you don’t know a thing, to allow you don’t know it-this is knowledge.”However, there are important differences in their understanding of morality. Confucius believed each person should follow certain regulations according to virtue(德行). Everyone should play their role in a society where people are interdependent in order to achieveharmony in the whole society. For instance, when asked how to govern a country, Confucius stated “An emperor should act like an emperor, a subject should act like a subject.” Socrates, however, places self-knowledge over social knowledge.Another difference between them is their attitude towards political domination(支配). Confucius believed the best way to govern a country isn’t through legal system, but through virtue. Socrates, by contrast, declared that “nothing is more important than justice”.Why have East and West developed such different cultural values? A widely accepted theory holds that Eastern civilization was an agricultural civilization. Hence the need for a collective society and friendly relations with neighbors was strong. Western civilization, however, was nomadic(游牧的). Their mobility makes them less dependent on society after migration.In spite of their differences, the two cultures have more in common than differences. The shared concern for moral values in the teachings of Socrates and Confucius also shows us more fundamental similarities between Eastern and Western cultures in their pursuit of virtuous lives.8．What do the two philosophers share about knowledge?A．The learning of knowledge is easy.B．The learning of knowledge is endless.C．A man without knowledge is foolish.D．A man shall not pretend to understand. 9．Which of the following reflects the thoughts of Confucius in terms of morality?A．Nothing is more important than a legal system.B．I am not a Chinese, but a citizen of the world.C．Not everyone should play his own role in society.D．A man does what is proper to the position he is in.10．What is the root cause of the differences between Eastern and Western cultural values?A．The difference in political atmosphere.B．The difference in the length of history.C．The difference in economic development.D．The difference in levels of social dependency.11．What is the passage mainly about?A．Reasons for similarities of Eastern and Western cultures.B．The introduction of great figures of two different cultures.C．Comparisons of the thoughts of the two great philosophers.D．The contributions of two great philosophers to civilization.The first apes evolved 20 million years ago in the forests where they would go up a tree to get their food, and then come back down to move on to the next tree. Getting out of a tree presents all kinds of new challenges. Big apes can’t afford to fall because it could kill or badly injure them. Natural selection would have favored those with body structures that allowed them to descend safely.Dartmouth researchers report in the journal Royal Society Open Science that apes probably evolved free-moving shoulders and flexible elbows to slow their descent from trees as gravity pulled on their heavier bodies. These flexible body parts passed on from ancestral apes would have allowed early humans to climb trees at night for safety and comedown in the daylight unhurt. When early humans transitioned from forests to open savannas (热带稀树草原), flexible shoulders and elbows were crucial for gathering food and using tools for hunting and defense.The researchers used sports analysis and statistical software to study how primates(灵长目动物) like chimpanzees and small monkeys called mangabeys climbed in the wild. They found that chimps and mangabeys scaled(攀爬) trees similarly, with shoulders and elbows mostly bent close to the body. When descending, however, chimpanzees extended their arms above their heads to hold on to branches, much like a person using a ladder, to counteract(抵消) their heavier weight pulling them downward.Luke Fannin, the lead author of the study, emphasized that their findings highlight the importance of “down climbing” in the evolution of apes and early humans. He explained, “Our research introduces the idea that down climbing played a significant role in shaping the structural differences between monkeys and apes, which eventually manifested in humans.”“Our field has thought about apes climbing up trees for a long time, but we’ve been ignoring the second half of this behavior,” said Professor Jeremy DeSilva, “The findings are among the first to identify the significance of “down climbing” in the evolution of apes and early humans.12．According to paragraph 1, apes would have been favored by natural selection if .A．they have sufficient food resources.B．they come down from trees securely.C．they master skills of climbing up trees.D．they cure themselves when they’re injured.13．What is paragraph 3 mainly about?A．The similarity of two primates in tree climbingB．The evolution of two primates’ adaptation to nature.C．The analysis of primates’ tree scaling and descendingD．The application of different research methods and tools.14．Which of the following statement might DeSilva agree with?A．Descending trees has been neglected by researchers for a long time.B．The study is the first to recognize the significance of down climbingC．The evolution of apes and early humans is a result of down climbing.D．Studies on climbing down trees are more likely to have new findings.15．What is the best title of the passage?A．Chimpanzees and Mangabeys: Researches in Natural SettingsB．Apes and Humans: A Comparative Study of Climbing up TreesC．Shoulders and Elbows: Evolved as Brakes for Downclimbing ApesD．Apes’ Climbing Strategies: How to Use Different Body Parts FlexiblyIt is important to look after your body to help you to stay well and healthy for as long as you can. However, advice about caring for your body is conflicting and often confusing.difficult.17 Common sense tells us that even doing a bit more exercise or getting a bit more sleep, and not eating that second slice of cake, are likely to be helpful. The application of a little science, and quite a lot more common sense, can go a long way towards helping you to work out what’s best for you and your body.Why should you care about Your Body? Caring for your body makes sense. 18Around the world, there is a growing problem of lifestyle-related diseases. These are diseases that are, effectively, caused by the way we live our lives. Most, if not all of them, are associated with not looking after our bodies. Many are associated with being overweight and not taking enough exercise, or by putting the wrong substances into our bodies. These diseases and conditions include heart conditions, high blood pressure, many forms of cancer etc. 19 . However, looking after your body will go some way to helping you to live a healthier life, for longer.There are three very important aspects to looking after your body：getting enough rest and sleep, eating well, and taking exercise. 20 But with practice, you will get better at making sure that you take care of your body.A．It can be really hard to know what works the best.B．You cannot, of course, avoid every illness or condition.C．But if you do that too often, there will be consequences.D．However, a closer examination suggests that the situation is not quite that simple.E．Knowing what to do, and actually doing it are, of course, quite different things.F．However, just because it is puzzling does not mean the effort is not worthwhile.G．After all, you only get one body in this life, and you want it to last as long as possible.二、完形填空A group of generous mothers collected baby strollers(婴儿手推车)to help the homeless22．A．various B．cheap C．personal D．big 23．A．absence B．symbol C．character D．design 24．A．manage B．control C．predict D．represent 25．A．required B．permitted C．reminded D．promised 26．A．monitored B．examined C．assessed D．witnessed 27．A．privately B．actually C．crazily D．completely 28．A．support B．admiration C．protection D．demand. 29．A．process B．donation C．journey D．treatment 30．A．stress B．direction C．balance D．safety 31．A．repeat B．regain C．recall D．review 32．A．simple B．typical C．evident D．steady 33．A．figured out B．knocked off C．brought about D．attended to 34．A．reflected B．deserted C．handled D．inspired 35．A．apologized B．described C．displayed D．explained三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
浙江省温州市仙岩第一中学高二英语月考试题含解析
浙江省温州市仙岩第一中学高二英语月考试题含解析一、选择题1. _____ her leg the last time, Brenda decided not to go on the school skiing trip this year.A. BreakingB. BrokenC. To breakD. Having broken参考答案：D2. —Would you like to go for a picnic with us? —_____, but I’m too busy.A. No, I can’tB. Why notC. Yes, I’d love toD. I’d like参考答案：D3. —Sorry, I can’t go camping with you. I have to prepare well enough for the entrance-exam.—.A Don’t say so B. Congratulations C. Good luck D. No problem参考答案：C4. – When did you graduate from college?– It was in 2003 ____ you were in middle school.A. thatB. whenC. whichD. then参考答案：B5. While shopping, people sometimes can’t help _______ into baying something they don’t really need.A．to persuade B．persuading C．being persuaded D．be persuaded 参考答案：C略6. You can’t imagine what great difficulty I had ______ my child to accept my suggestion.A. to persuadeB. persuadingC. persuadedD. persuade参考答案：B【详解】考查固定句型。
湖北省宜荆荆恩2023-2024学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题
湖北省宜荆荆恩2023-2024学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题一、听力选择题1．What will the boy do first?A．Go swimming.B．Get his books.C．Play tennis.2．When will the speakers have a meeting in Venice?A．On October 5.B．On October 8.C．On October 15.3．How did the man learn English well?A．By studying hard at school.B．By learning from a pen friend.C．By speaking a lot with Americans.4．Why doesn’t the woman try to get a PhD now?A．She can’t spare the time.B．She can’t afford the payment.C．She doesn’t need one for her job.5．What are the speakers discussing?A．How fruits were harvested.B．Why the fruit sales increased.C．What caused the low price of fruits.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．What is the man’s problem?A．He forgot his password.B．He can’t use the system.C．He can’t find his computer. 7．Where is the computer services office?A．Beside the stairs.B．At the back of the lift.C．Next to the reception desk.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
高二英语月考试题参考答案
参考答案第一卷（共105分）一、单选选择（共20小题，满分20分）1—5 DBDCB 6----10 ACDCD 11—15 DCBCB 16—20 BDDBA21—25 CCDBD二、完形填空：（共20小题，满分30分）26—30 DBADC 31—35 ACDAA 36—40CDBBA 41—45ADADC 三、阅读理解（共25小题，满分50分）46-49 ACBD 50—54 CBDAB 55—58 CADC59—62 ABDC 63—65 DDC 66—70 ABDCC第二卷（共45分）一、单词拼写（共10小题，满分10分）1. enthusiastic2. academic3. apartment4. energetic5. relaxed6. vacation7. teenagers8. Similarly9. attitude 10. interview二、短文改错(共10小题；满分10分)1. send→sending2. moving→moved 3√ 4. go→went5. progresses→progress6. encourage→encourages7. 在made后加up8. see→seeing 9. and→but 10. 去掉for三、书面表达：（共1题，满分25分）One possible versionSichuan Province, whose capital city is Chengdu, lies in the south-west of China and covers an area of about 485,000 square kilometers. It is rich in tourist attractions and enjoys many world-famous places of interest, such as Jiuzhaigou and the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project. Jiuzhaigou is well known for its beautiful lakes. Another attraction is the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project, which is well worth visiting. It was built over 2,000 years ago and now is still quite useful. The nice weather, convenient transportation and different kinds of famous food can also make your trip even more enjoyable.Welcome to Sichuan Province.。
江西省宜春市上高县上高二中2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题
江西省宜春市上高县上高二中2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题一、阅读理解Discover exciting optional courses at our school and join us to explore your interests and develop new skills!Podcasting 101Dive into the active world of podcasting (播客) and improve your speaking and technical skills. This course offers hands-on training in making interesting videos on topics of your choice.A perfect stage to express yourself and learn the ropes of digital storytelling.·Schedule: Fridays, 4:30 PM — 5:15 PM·Requirements: Please bring a USB stick Easy CarpentryRelease your creativity and manual skills with our Easy Carpentry (木工) workshop. Learn the basics of carpentry, including the safe use of tools, as you create functional and decorative items like tables, birdhouses and musical boxes.·Schedule: Mondays, 3:30 PM — 4:30 PM·Requirements: Safety glasses required Show ChoirExplore the art of singing performance and dance routines in our Show Choir program. Take part in singing and dancing to a variety of lively songs. Work together with other members to stage an impressive end-of-term performance. This program is a fantastic opportunity to make new friends.·Schedule: Thursdays, 1:00 PM — 1:45 PM·Requirements: No items necessary Yoga and Y ouStart a journey of self-discovery and relaxation with our Yoga and You class. Practice standing and balancing like trees and mountains to become more flexible and feel happier. Yoga promotes better sleep and a healthier figure.·Schedule: Wednesdays, 4:00 PM — 5:00 PM·Requirements: Please bring a towel and a yoga mat1．What skill will students develop in Podcasting 101?A．Performing first aid.B．Giving speeches on stage.C．Creating short films.D．Debating on heated topics.2．When can a student learn to make a hand-made decoration?A．Fridays, 4:30 PM—5:15 PM.B．Mondays, 3:30 PM—4:30 PM.C．Thursdays, 1:00 PM—1:45 PM.D．Wednesdays, 4:00 PM—5:00 PM. 3．Which course suits those who enjoy both physical activity and teamwork?A．Podcasting 101.B．Easy Carpentry.C．Show Choir.D．Yoga and You.Chinese food is well received by the world. Who doesn’t long for a favorite Chinese dish? But there is one interesting concept concerning Chinese food which is almost unheard of in the West, and which is becoming increasingly ignored by the youth of the East — the ancient custom of “tonic (滋补) food”.Tonic food is food which is consumed to improve one’s well-being or avoid sickness. For instance, it was once the custom for new mothers to eat a sesame oil (麻油) hot pot every day for the first month after giving birth. It was believed that this dish would benefit the muscles, reduce pain, improve circulation, stimulate sweating, and warm the body. Some foods, such as goat meat and spinach, are seen as “hot”, while others, such as Chinese cabbage and radishes, are seen as “cold”. One should be careful not to eat too much of either “hot” or “cold” food. However, how much “hot” or “cold” food one should eat depends on the time of the year, how the food is prepared and what it is prepared with, and the individual’s health.The custom of employing tonic food for a healthier life also influences the catering industry. Chinese herbal medicines, such as wolfberry (枸杞), can be found on many a restaurant menu, either added to fruit tea or as a beneficial addition to a dish. These herbs attract customers, such as overworked office staff, in need of a modest pick-me-up.So, whether you need to boost your strength with a large helping of chicken soup, or increase your mental powers with a serving of fish soup, you may find that this ancient Chinese custom could be just the tonic you were looking for.4．What is the present situation of tonic food?A．It is catching less attention.B．It is enjoyed by many young people.C．It is well-known worldwide.D．It is becoming increasingly popular.5．What is believed to benefit new mothers?A．Chinese cabbage.B．Fruit tea.C．Fish soup.D．Sesame oil hot pot.6．Which of the following best explains “catering” underlined in Paragraph 3?A．Medicine.B．Restaurant.C．Manufacture.D．Agriculture.7．What can be a suitable title for the text?A．The Charm of Chinese CuisineB．The Popularity of Tonic FoodC．An Introduction of Chinese Tonic FoodD．Differences Between Hot Food and Cold FoodIn 1983, Howard Blatt, an electrical engineer at MIT and a married father, collapsed in his kitchen due to a stroke (中风). This left him with a paralyzed arm and leg and severe aphasia.Aphasia does not affect intellect, so some aphasia sufferers liken it to living in a prison within their own brain; their minds work, yet they are unable to express themselves or understand spoken or written language. The condition can prevent them from speaking, reading, writing or comprehending, sometimes a combination of those, sometimes all of them. At least 2 million people in the U. S. have aphasia, commonly as a result of stroke.Describing his condition, Blatt said: “No talking — zip. Speech — zip. One incident. Changed life.” Blatt adapted to his physical disabilities but never fully recovered. Discovering aid networks for people with aphasia were a rarity in the early 1980s, he co-founded the Aphasia Community Group in 1990 with his wife and others. It’s one of the oldest and largest support groups for aphasia patients and their families, offering services like concerts, book groups, health information, and companionship.Mary Borelli, a stroke survivor, described the group as a lifesaver, providing understanding and a sense of belonging. The group helps break the isolation. Jerry Kaplan, a co-founder and Boston University speech-language pathologist, noted that newcomers often express relief at finding others who share their struggles. Thousands have attended since its founding, finding a safe, comfortable space to connect.Blatt focused on regaining function. He moved from a wheelchair to a leg brace, re-camed his driver’s license, and documented cross-country trips. He also pursued sculpting, house restorations, and created a newsletter called The Aphasia Advocate. Within the Group, he was a role model of adaptability and determination.The Aphasia Community Group, which will celebrate its 35th anniversary next year, remains one of Blatt’s enduring legacies. Kaplan emphasized Blatt’s determination, saying “Though given a tough break in midlife, with young children, at the top of his game in his profession, and his communication gifts were largely wiped out, he did not give in to this for 40-plus years. And not only did he survive; he thrived.”8．What is the second paragraph mainly about?A．The consequences of a stroke.B．The huge aphasia sufferers.C．The causes of a stroke.D．The symptoms of aphasia.9．Why did they set up the Aphasia Community Group?A．To provides companionship for lonely people.B．To address the lack of support for aphasia sufferers.C．To work on a medical cure for aphasia.D．To answer the call of MIT.10．According to the members, what is the significance of the Aphasia Community Group?A．It offers them financial assistance.B．It helps them regain their speech completely.C．It creates a caring community for them.D．It conducts extensive research on their conditions.11．Which saying effectively highlights Howard Blatt’s life story?A．Turn lemons into lemonade.B．Let nature take its course.C．As you sow, so shall you reap.D．Nothing ventured, nothing gained.Do you have a brain for math? New research indicates that levels of two key neurotransmitters (脑神经传递素)—— glutamate (谷氨酸) and gamma-aminobutyric acid(GABA) can predict mathematical abilities, suggesting brain chemistry may be playing a role in those who find math easy.The new study, published in the journal PLOS Biology, recruited 255 subjects (实验对象) extending a range of six- year-olds in primary school to university students. The research focused on glutamate and GABA, known to play a role in brain plasticity and learning. Based on prior research, the focus was on two brain regions linked with mathematical abilities—— the left intraparietal sulcus(IPS 顶叶内沟) and the left middle frontal gyrus (MFG 脑额中回).The results were interestingly different. In the youngest subjects high GABA levels and low glutamate levels in the left IPS were consistently associated with high math skills. But in the older university group the exact opposite was seen: low GABA and high glutamate were linked with strong mathematical abilities. Levels of both neurotransmitters in the MFG did not associate with math skills.The group was tested twice over 18 months, allowing the researchers to see if these neurotransmitter levels could predict mathematical ability into the future. And it worked, with neurotransmitter levels effectively predicting one’s success on math tests completed a year and a half later.Another recent study from the same research team looked specifically at GABA levels in MFG of 14 to 18 year-olds. That research indicated MFG GABA levels could effectively predict whether a student was still studying maths or had stopped that subject years prior.Cohen Kadosh, one of the researchers working on the study, says this may indicate math education can help stimulate the development of key brain regions. Further research will work on whether certain learning interventions (干预) can help those children less interested in math so these brain regions still get the developmental workout they need.“ Not every adolescent enjoys maths so we need to investigate possible alternatives, such as training in logic and reasoning that engage the same brain area as maths.” says Cohen Kadosh. 12．What is the new study aimed at?A．Revealing the structure of brain.B．Testing the link between brain regions.C．Exploring mathematical abilities of the subjects.D．Finding the tie between brain chemistry and math.13．What can be learned from paragraph 3 and 4?A．The levels of GABA decide one’s math skills.B．Low MFG glutamate means poor math ability.C．Neurotransmitter levels can predict mathematical ability into the future.D．The levels of Neurotransmitters in the MFG will affect math skills.14．How can math education be improved according to Cohen Kadosh?A．By training key relevant brain areas.B．By tracking slow learners’ early learning.C．By teaching math learners individually.D．By improving the levels of GABA．15．What can be the best title of the text?A．Ways to Promote Math SkillsB．Factors Affecting Math EducationC．Brain Activities Involved in Math StudyD．Neurotransmitters Predicting Math AbilityMore mainstream sources of news such as newspapers, radio and IV aren’t gone yet, but the Internet is growing and entrenching itself as the preferred source. Here are some of the reasons why the Internet is now the best source of news people hive.Online news is faster and more convenient while on the go. Soon after a major story occurs, it takes a few hours for news channels to report it live on cable. 16Social media makes news more relevant. Social media platforms are not just limited to sharing pictures and posting updates about our daily routines. 17 For example, when there is breaking news on the Internet, people can make comments and post their thoughts regarding the event. As a result, they get into a dialogue where different opinions are presented and debated.18 On the other hand, if you get news from cable TV,you have very limited options to discuss.You can get news directly from its source. Many newsmakers are already active on the Internet. Since all these newsmakers have an online presence. People can get news directly from the concerned source, public figures, and newsmakers. 19 . Their social media presence is verified (证实的) and it is easier to trust information coming from them.20 For generation Z, cable TV is limited to sports and movie channels. They don'tsit in front of the TV to watch a news bulletin. There primary source of information is the Internet. This is how they have grown up. It's unlikely they'll move away from digital anytime soon. And since this younger generation is the future, digital or Internet news is too.A．The future is digital.B．Traditional journalism still holds great value.C．That is, news doesn't have to be reported to you.D．This makes everyday news quite relevant for a while.E．The Internet is quick to judge and demand an apology.F．However, people can get news faster through social media.G．More importantly, it is a great way to understand the public’s perspective on certain issues.二、完形填空At just 14 years old, Heman Bekele from Virginia stood out as the winner of the 2023 Young Scientist Challenge. Among the ten finalists he 21 the title of “ America’s Top Young Scientist” with his 22 creation known as the Skin Cancer Treating Soap (SCTS), a bar of soap created for the very first time at a low cost to treat melanoma, the most common kind of skin cancer.Rather than a cure, Bekele’s brilliant idea 23 the development of a soap that aims to help the patient’s cells stay active while fighting melanoma. He always has endless passion for biology and technology, and the Young Scientist Challenge just 24 him with the perfect platform to display his ideas. Reflecting on his 25 , Bekele shared that his childhood experience had played a crucial role in 26 his innovative thinking. “Having witnessed people work tirelessly under the sun, I wanted to raise people’s awareness of 27 related to constant sun exposure.”“I wanted to make my idea accessible to a broad audience.” Bekele remarked during an interview with the media. Bekele also passionately expressed his 28 of turning the soap into a world where skin cancer treatment is within 29 for all.” He was grateful that he had received invaluable 30 from a product engineering specialist, who connected him with other scientists to 31 him to reach his ambitious plans.While similar methods are available for skin cancer treatments, his solution is a more 32 option. In the future, Bekele longs to 33 his invention by trial and error and establish a nonprofit organization 34 to providing fair skin cancer treatment to as many people as possible, bringing 35 in the battle against skin cancer.21．A．kept B．desired C．defended D．secured 22．A．groundbreaking B．instant C．far- reachingD．common23．A．focuses on B．relies on C．carries on D．agrees on 24．A．armed B．satisfied C．provided D．assisted 25．A．profession B．inspiration C．determination D．imagination 26．A．shaping B．showing C．quitting D．obeying 27．A．challenges B．crises C．risks D．advantages 28．A．fear B．doubt C．dream D．surprise 29．A．distance B．reach C．limit D．space 30．A．guidance B．welcome C．praise D．invitation 31．A．require B．remind C．press D．aid 32．A．fashionable B．affordable C．adaptable D．capable 33．A．picture B．clear C．control D．perfect 34．A．used B．addicted C．committed D．opposed 35．A．recognition B．hope C．comfort D．impact三、语法填空语法填空Fireworks began in ancient China before spreading West. The thinking goes 36 someone living in China around the first century B．C．37 (throw) a piece of bamboo on a fire and it exploded with a bang. Bamboo stalks (节) contain air pockets that can expand and blow up in extreme heat. Chinese travelers would carry bamboo on journeys in case they needed to create 38 loud noise to scare away wild animals.The next major development came around the ninth century, when gunpowder was invented.Chinese producers loaded up bamboo stalks with gunpowder 39 (create) perhaps the world’s first manufactured fireworks, and later began using paper tubes as well. These were employed to ward off evil spirits and celebrate births and weddings. By the 12th century, fireworks were being lit 40 entertainment purposes in China’s imperial court. Around the 14th century, primitive fireworks then made their way to Europe, 41 Italian artists constructed displays like theatrical sets called “machines” and set off fireworks inside them.Fireworks became far 42 (complex) thanks to advances in chemistry. The 19th century saw potassium chlorate (a chemical) 43 (use) to bring out brilliant colors in fireworks, such as red and green, and enhance their44 (bright).Over the years, innovations in technology led to some curious suggestions for 45 fireworks could help solve modern problems. Whalers experimented with rocket-powered harpoons (鱼叉) in the late 1800s, and inventor Gerhard Zucker attempted to use pyrotechnic rockets to deliver mail in the 1930s.Now pyrotechnic amusements have become a global phenomenon and almost the accepted way big events are celebrated.四、书信写作46．假如你是李华，是学校英文报“Advice”栏目的编辑。
高二一月月考(英语)试题含答案
高二一月月考（英语）（考试总分：120 分）一、阅读理解（本题共计3小题，总分25分）1.（7.5分）As a marathon runner and regular gym fan, physical fitness was my life. All that changed in May 1997 when I survived a near-deadly car accident. After several weeks in unconsciousness, I woke up with a raspy(沙哑的) voice and no balance. I had to relearn how to sit, stand, walk and move about. Seven years of physical treatment later, I began walking on my own, though slowly and haltingly(跛). I keep a walker around for when I need to move quickly.During all these years of recovery, I remained a gym fan. As I watched the personal trainers working with their customers, I knew I was as fit as they were. So I decided this would be my new purpose. I started studying for the personal training certification exam immediately. Once I did, my health club immediately hired me.However, if you don’t obtain customers, you don’t work. Who was going to choose me with a health club full of able-bodied trainers? A medical consultant suggested I teach group exercise classes in senior homes. Over time, I’ve been able to add more classes, such as balance exercises. Balance work is so important for older people. And for me too! Now the exercises I teach are helping me as much as they do my class. The years as a physical treatment patient have given me lots of cues to use as I teach my classes.A personal trainer —on a walker? It’s not something you see every day. While my students aren’t athletes or body builders, working with seniors gives me an audience that appreciates what I have overcome through regular exercise. I’m able to encourage them beyond what they thought they could do. No longer do my disabilities embarrass me or make me feel ashamed. They have led me to a new purpose in life: inspiring and encouraging thoseI serve.21. What new career would the author take up?A. A gym athlete.B. A marathon runner.C. A physical fitness instructor.D. A physical treatment consultant.22. What inspired the author to work again?A. His audience.B. Others’advice.C. His disabilities.D. The love for gym.23. Why did the author serve the old people?A. He was also a senior with disabilities.B. He couldn’t obtain young customers.C. He had much experience in the senior health.D. He was not as professional as the other personal trainers.2.（10分）As Internet users become more dependent on the Internet to store information, are people remembering less? If you know your computer will save information, why store it in your own personal memory, your brain? Experts are wondering if the Internet is changing what we remember and how.In a recent study, Professor Betsy Sparrow conducted some experiments. She and her research team wanted to know how the Internet is changing memory. In the first experiment, they gave people 40 unimportant facts to type into a computer. The first group of people understood that the computer would save the information. The second group understood that the computer would not save it. Later, the second group remembered the information better. People in the first group knew they could find the information again, so they did not try to remember it.In another experiment, the researchers gave people facts to remember, and told them where to find the information on the computer. The information was in a specific computer folder. Surprisingly, people later remembered the folder location better than the facts. When people use the Internet, they do not remember the information. Rather, they remember how to find it. This is called “transactive memory (交互记忆).”According to Sparrow, we are not becoming people with poor memories as a result of the Internet. Instead, computer users are developing stronger transactive memories: that is, people are learning how to organize huge quantities of information so that they are able to access it at a later date. This doesn’t mean we are becoming either more or less intelligent, but there is no doubt that the way we use memory is changing.24. The passage begins with two questions to _________.A. introduce the main topicB. show the author’s attitudeC. describe how to use the InternetD. explain how to store information25. What can we learn about the first experiment?A. Sparrow’s team typed the information into a computer.B. The two groups remembered the information equally well.C. The first group did not try to understand the information.D. The second group did not understand the information.26. In transactive memory, people _________.A. keep the information in mindB. change the quantity of informationC. organize information like a computerD.remember how to find the information27. What is the effect of the Internet according to Sparrow’s research?A. We are using memory differently.B. We are becoming more intelligent.C. We have poorer memories than before.D. We need a better way to access information.3.（7.5分）From July to October every year, about a quarter of the world’s blue whales feed in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. But the whales currently face a major threat in their favorite feeding area. Ships carrying cargo (货物）sail in the same area at the same time. All too often, the whales’ paths and the ships’ travel lines overlap (重叠), and a ship will hit a whale.According to a new study, these ship strikes have become a serious threat to the overall population of the world’s blue whales. Only about 10,000 of the creatures still exist worldwide. Blue whales are the largest known animals ever to live on Earth. Even so, if hit by a container ship, a blue whale will likely die from its injuries.In 2007 alone, large ships killed five blue whales in the waters off San Francisco and Los Angeles, California. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says that because there are so few whales already, losing three to five from the California whale population every year is a significant loss. “The estimated population of blue whalesin this part of the Pacific is 2,500”, says Sean Hastings, a NOAA analyst. “So every whale counts toward this species moving off the endangered-species list.”Now, marine scientists must figure out how to protect the whales from the giant container ships. One very simple program is already under way in the Santa Barbara Channel, a waterway that separates mainland California from the nearby Channel Islands.The Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary has asked large container ships passing through the area to voluntarily slow down. Sailing slower will allow the ships crew (船员）more time to change course before hitting a whale.Several of the world’s largest shipping lines are set to participate in the new program. For every ship that passes through the Santa Barbara Channel at or below the reduced speed of 12 knots (海里/小时）, the company that owns the ship will be paid $2,500.28. From Paragraph 1, we can know that_____.A. people intend to illegally hunt blue whales for moneyB. large ships often carrying goods may pollute the seaC. the container ships may hit the blue whales frequentlyD. there is fewer fish in blue whales favorite feeding area29. According to Sean Hastings, it’s inferred that .A. the number of the blue whales is decreasing sharply.B. the blue whales are still on the endangered-species list.C. most of the world’s blue whales live in the Pacific Ocean.D. blue whales are often disturbed by other endangered creatures.30. What are the last three paragraphs mainly about?A. The basic responsibility of a sailor.B. Measures to protect the blue whales.C. The world’s largest shipping lines.D. Ways to slow down the speed of the ships.二、阅读七选五（本题共计1小题，总分10分）4.（10分）How to Improve Your Study HabitsPerhaps you are an average student with average intelligence. You do well enough in school, but you probably think you will never be a top student. 31. _______ Yes, evenstudents of average intelligence can be top students without additional work. Here are some tips for you:1. Plan your time carefully. Make a list of your weekly tasks. Then make a schedule or chart of your time. Fill in committed time such as eating, sleeping, meetings, classes, etc. Then decide on good, regular times for studying. 32._______ It’s important to set aside time for relaxation, hobbies, and entertainment as well. Furthermore, it will enable you to plan your activities so that you have enough time for both work and play.2. Find a good place to study. Choose one place for your study area. It may be a desk or a chair at home or in the school library, but it should be comfortable, and it should not have distractions. When you begin to work, you should be able to concentrate on the subject.3. 33._______ Listening to what the teacher says in class means less work later. Sit where you can see and hear well. Take notes to help you remember what the teacher says.4. Study regularly. 34._______ Review important points mentioned in class as well as points you remain confused about. If you review your notes and textbook regularly, the material will become more meaningful and you will remember it longer. Regular review leads to improved performances on test.5. Develop a good attitude about tests. The purpose of a test is to show what you have learned about a subject. The world won’t end if you don’t pass a test, so don’t worry excessively about a single test. Tests provide more than grades. 35. _______A. Be volunteer to raise questions.B. Make good use of your time in class.C. Go over your notes as soon as you can after class.D. Those who make the best of their time study with more ease.E. They also let you know what you need to spend more time studying on.F. Of course, studying shouldn’t occupy all of the free time on the schedule.G. This is not necessary the case, however. You can receive better grades if you want to.三、完形填空（本题共计1小题，总分30分）5.（30分）It was Mother’s Day and I was shopping at the local supermarket with my five-year-old son, Tenyson. As we were 36._______, we realized that only a few minutes earlier an 37._______ woman had fallen over at the entrance and hit her head on the ground.38._______ was with her, but there was blood everywhere and the woman was embarrassedand clearly in shock. 39._______ a lot of people stopped to help out.40.______ we were walking towards the scene, Tenyson became very 41.______ about what had happened to the elderly couple. He 42.______ to me, “Mom, it’s not much fun falling over in front of 43.______.” Seeing that there was a flower store at the front of the supermarket, he added, “why shouldn’t we 44.______ the lady a flower? It will make herfeel better.” I was 45.______ that he’d come up with this 46.______ idea. So we went overand told the flower seller 47.______ we wanted. “Just take it,” she replied. “I 48._______ take your money for such a wonderful 49.______.”By now medical staff had arrived, and were 50._______ the injured woman. We gavethe flower to the woman’s husband and I told him it was 51._______ my son. At that time,the old man started crying and said, “Thank you very much.” He then turned to me, “You have a 52.______ son. Happy Mother’s Day to you.”The man bent down and gave his wife the flower, telling her who it was from.53_______ being badly hurt, the old lady looked up at Tenyson with 54.______ in her eyesand gave him a little 55._______.36.A.driving B. leaving C. stopping D. moving37.A.injured B. awkward C. elderly D. honest38.A.The seller B. My son C. The crowd D. Her husband39. A. Specifically B. Particularly C. Fortunately D. Interestingly40. A. If B. While C. Since D. Unless41.A. guilty B. worried C. angry D. sorryplained B. lied C. said D. responded43.A.no one B. everyone C. someone D. anyone44.A.buy B. bring C. leave D. lend45.A.confused B. amazed C. puzzled D. concerned46.A.wise B. crazy C. innocent D. sweet47.A.which B. what C. when D. whether48.A.must not B. may not C. can’t D. needn’t 40.A.scene B. deed C. flower D. habit50.A.checking with B. paying for C. operating on D. looking after51.A.about B. to C. with D. from52.A.wonderful B. cheerful C. successful D. respectful53.A.Out of B. As to C. Thanks to D. Regardless of54.A.hope B. love C. pity D. pain55.A.smile B. money C. idea D. comfort第II卷四、语法填空（本题共计1小题，总分15分）6.（15分）Success never comes easy. People often have to overcome failures 56._______ they can achieve something great. They usually don’t find success from the very beginning.Van Gogh sold only one painting during his lifetime, but this didn’t stop him from completing over 800 paintings. Thomas Edison 57._______ (fire) from his first two jobs for lack of competence. Later, as an inventor, he tried 1,000 times 58.________ (create) the light bulb, without success. He was confident in 59._______ (he), and 60._______ (eventual) he did succeed. When 61._______ (ask), “How did it feel to fail 1,000 times?” Edison replied, “I didn’t fail 1,000 times. The light bulb was 62._______ invention with 1,000 steps.These successful people have set good 63._________ (example) to us. They wouldn’t have achieved their success if they 64.___________ (abandon) their dreams. Believe in yourself and try your best, and success will not be far 65._______ you.五、书面表达（本题共计2小题，总分40分）7.（15分）假设你叫李华，你的一个朋友John刚从美国归来，邀请你参加本周日在他家举办的朋友聚会，但你不能参加，请你根据以下要点给他写一封电子邮件:1. 表达想参加的意愿；2. 不能参加的原因：忙于准备考试；由于感冒，身体不适；3. 表示歉意并另约时间。
湖北省荆州中学2024-2025学年高二上学期9月月考英语试题(含答案)
高二九月月考英语答案第一部分听力(共20小题，满分30分)1-5 CCACC 6-10 ABCAC 11-15 CBABA 16-20 BCBAB第二部分阅读(共两节，20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分)21-23 DBC 24-27 CBAC 28-31 DDBA 32-35 CABD36-40 CGEFD第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节完形填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)41-45 CBDAC 46-50 BDCBD 51-55 ACBAD第二节语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)56. recognition menting 58. was denied 59. before 60. rejected 61. that 62. from 63. academically 64. generations 65. a第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)第一节(满分15分)【参考范文】Dear Mike ,I’m Li Hua, one of your students from Senior Two, I’m writing to seek your guidance on some challenges I have been facing in my English writing.My problems are as follows. Firstly, what confuses me most is the proper use of tenses. I often mix up tenses, leading to low scores on my writings, What’s more, I s truggle to find appropriate wordsto express myself accurately. Despite my massive efforts to expand my vocabulary, words still fail me when I need to write. In addition, I find it difficult to make my writing well-structured and coherent, which frustrates me a lot.I’d appreciate it if you could give me some practical suggestions on my problems. Looking forward to your reply.Yours,Li Hua第二节(满分25分)Before I knew it, I had only one day left for the project. In a panic I quickly glued together whatever materials I could find, my hands shaking with the weight of each hasty decision. The finished result looked miserable. However, several of my classmates, including Nate, had created amazingly detailed buildings. They used materials like clay, wood and so on and their constructions were highly praised by Mr. Smith. When I saw their models, I felt even more embarrassed about mine. It was apparent that they had put a lot more time into the assignment than I had.That taught me a great lesson. I learned from that day the importance of deciding on my priorities and budgeting my time. From then on, I tackled things a lot earlier instead of putting things off until tomorrow. As a result, not only did I finish my tasks ontime, but I also felt better because I didn’t have to panic at the last minute. At the end of the semester, my work was chosen by Mr. Smith on another occasion. Seeing my change, my parents and my sister were so proud of me. It dawned on me that getting things done on time instead of being a procrastinator really counted.听力录音稿Text 1M: Do you have any idea what’s wrong with my houseplant It gets plenty of sun and enough plant food...W: Are you watering it too often Remember this plant comes from the desert where there’s hardly any rain.M: Ah..Maybe that’s the problem!Text 2M: It seems to be human nature to pursue what we don’t have. Tall people want to be shorter, and short people want to be taller... W: I know. For example, when I was younger, my cousin always wanted my golden hair, and I wanted dark hair like hers.Text 3W: Hi, are there any tickets left for tonight’s concertM: Sorry, they’re sold out. But I can put you on the waiting list, in case there are any cancellations tonight. Would you like me to do thatW: Oh, yes, please. Let me give you my phone number.Text 4M: Oh, this is so annoying! We’ve been driving around for ages, and I haven’t seen a single space.W: There’s a street party going on in town today. That’s probably why it’s busy. Let’s try the supermarket... You can park there for free as long as you buy something.Text 5W: So, tell me a little bit about the character you played in your new film Last Weekend.M: Well, Jake is a sort of the ‘everyman’ character. He doesn’t have any special talents. In fact, he lives a pretty boring life, until his old friend Maggie returns to town...Text 6M: Can I borrow your phone for a second Mine is dead, and I can’t find my charger.W: Sure.M: Thanks. Hey, what’s wrong with your screen It’s all dark and the colors look strange.W: Oh! I’ve been using an app called “Sunset” to help me sleep at night.M: Really HowW: Well, studies show that too much blue light from screens can make sleeping difficult. So, in the evenings, the app puts a red filter (滤光器) over the screen to cancel it out.M: Oh, interesting. Does it helpW: Yeah, I think so! I also listen to white noise, which helps me fall asleep too.Text 7M: Can we do something about the temperature in here I have so many emails to deal with today, but my hands are so cold that I can hardly type my report!W: I know. I’ve been struggling too. But the heat probably won’t be turned on until the end of the month.M: Why notW: It’s a part of the company’s plans to save energy.M: Well, I can understand that. But how are we supposed to work in these conditionsW: I guess we always have the choice to work from home.M: True. But before my youngest daughter starts school, it’s just too difficult for me to do that. I wouldn’t be able to focus.W: Then I think we should talk to the boss about what can be done, otherwise people will start getting ill.Text 8W: Well, here we are! I can’t wait to get inside and see what’s on offer!M: I heard this year’s Mini Fair is going to be even bigger and better than last year’s. It won’t disappoint us.W: Oh really I had to go to a boring work event at that time, so I couldn’t come last year.M: Yes! I got so many things for my model train set.W: Like whatM: Well, the coolest things I got were some tiny little trees. They looked so real.W: Wow!M: I’m hoping t he guy who sells them is here again this year.W: I hope so! Now that I’m satisfied with the inside part of my dolls’ house, I want to focus on creating the garden. So, it would be great to get some little plants and trees. What about youM: I want some little model cars and people to add to my train station scene. But I need to find a toilet first.W: Over there, by the restaurant hall.M: Great. Meet you in five minutes, by the ticket desk.Text 9W: Hi, are you here for the tourM: Yes, I’m Michael Green. Are you the head girlW: That’s right. I’m Jayne Palmer. You look a bit older than the kids I usually show around the school!M: Ha-ha! Yeah, I’ll be sixteen next month.W: My birthday is in October, too!M: ReallyW: Yeah! So, why are you changing schoolsM: Well, my mom got a new job in this area, so we’re moving here. I’ve heard good things about this place.W: Well, as you can see, we have some great facilities... Here are the basketball courts. Then just behind them, you’ll see the football field and the running track. And that building over there is our swimming pool.M: Wow! There wasn’t room for anything like this at my previous school. I was on the swimming team, but we had to travel to use the city pool for our practices.W: Well, we’ve certainly got plenty of space. The arts teaching here is also excellent. We have a music studio and our own theater. M: Amazing!W: So, where would you like to go firstM: Well, I’m quite interested to see the science facilities. I’m hoping for a career in medicine.W: Okay, great! Well, the laboratories have all been updatedrecently, so we’ve got some really good equipment. Follow me. Text 10On my recent business trip to Shanghai, I met up with a local friend who took me out for a very interesting evening meal. At the Community AI Canteen, everything is done by robots. When you walk in there, you place your order on a screen. Using robotic arms, the intelligent cooking system then cooks your food before packing it up... It even adjusts the temperature, depending on whether you want to eat it straight away or take it home with you! To pay, you place your food on a smart cash desk, which immediately calculates (计算) the cost. There’s even a 24-hour noodle machine just outside, which offers hot and fresh food around the clock. The canteen offers a huge amount of choices and the dishes taste great. It is really fun to get “a taste of the future”. However, I’m not sure I would like all restaurants to be run by robots. I can see the benefits for busy families or office workers needing a quick lunch, but what about lonely older people who would miss the human touch I do think we will see more places like this in the future, though. At best, a human waiter can serve around 100 people in a day. The AI system can serve double that figure, making it good for business.荆州中学2024-2025学年高二上学期9月月考英语试题命题人：审题人：（全卷满分150分考试时间120分钟）第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。
浙江省精诚联盟2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题
浙江省精诚联盟2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题一、阅读理解Are you looking for inspiration for your next travel destination? Lonely Planet has published its yearly list of top places to go. Whether you’re looking for adventure, culture, or value, there’s something for every type of traveler. Let’s explore the top picks for travel destinations in2024.Top City: NairobiNairobi, the Kenyan capital, was chosen for its unique music and dance culture, and impressive local restaurants. Nairobi National Park, just a short drive out of the city’s central business district, is a must-see, where visitors can see over 400 species wandering the open grass plains while skyscrapers (摩天大楼) twinkle on the horizon.Top Country: MongoliaMongolia is loved for its wide-open spaces, adventure activities, and unique food. The Mongolian government has announced 2023 through 2025 as the “Years to Visit Mongolia,” easing entry conditions for international travelers and improving public facilities, including a new $650 million airport.Top Sustainable Travel Destination: SpainThe publisher also recommended Spain for the country’s efforts to expand renewable energy, to develop off-season travel, and to bring tourism to new destinations, such as the port city of Valencia, easing pressures on hot spots such as Barcelona.Top Best-Value Location: The American MidwestThe American Midwest, including the cities of Chicago and Detroit, is also on the list, as it offers a high-quality travel experience at a reasonable cost. Visitors can enjoy excellent services and facilities, such as old warehouses transformed into art studios, new eco-design (环保设计) hotels, and Michelin-starred restaurants, without having to spend too much money.Top Beach Destination: DonegalDonegal, Ireland’s most northwestern county, has the country’s longest coastline and over 100 beaches, where visitors can enjoy the highest sea cliffs in Europe and miles of beautiful coastal hiking trails.1．What can people do in Nairobi National Park?A．Appreciate various animals.B．See musical performances.C．Taste impressive local dishes.D．Enjoy cultural activities.2．Why is The American Midwest considered to be the Best-Value Location?A．It has highest sea cliffs.B．It offers cost-effective experiences.C．It provides excellent services and facilities.D．It is a best choice for art lover.3．Where is the text most probably taken from?A．A travel blog B．An art websiteC．A commercial advertisement D．A travel magazineEven with the Olympic Games now over, echoes of the past days still remained. The National Police would show up around the same time, with soldiers pacing outside the venue entrances. Cafes did a roaring trade, catering to a steady stream of handball and volleyball fans, dressed in national colors, covered in flags, singing songs. After the Games, a different atmosphere settles in. This is Monday, Day +1 of the Games, the morning after the closing ceremony. The loudspeaker has fallen silent. The 7 am police officer procession is now a workers’ lorry, with workers in bright orange vests tidying away barriers. The roadblocks are gone. The cable car stop has reopened.Is this normal life in south-west Paris? The Games decoration still covers every public space, the flags wave, but the Olympic visitors have disappeared. Forget 28 Days Later — this is 28 Hours Later, and I am an Olympic zombie. During the Games, Paris welcomed 2.4 million visitors, 73% of them French, with half coming just for the day. The remaining 27% were international visitors, up 14% from last year. It was these day-trippers and foreign fans who made Paris so lively and colorful.Before packing for my Tuesday Eurostar, I stopped by a regular local haunt. Two days before the opening ceremony, I had asked the chef-owner of 750g La Table about the Games. His response was clear: “The Olympic Games? It’s a disaster. My takings are down 35%. Businesses are closing. Tourists don’t visit.” Today, I ask him what he thinks now that the show is over. “Ah, I was wrong!” he says, smiling. “I was wrong. It was amazing, for the city and for my business. Now, as you see, we’re not busy. Sit wherever you like. All we do now is rest and clean.” Weshake hands, and I ask him about the future. “Now? I’m going to take a nap,” he says, pretending to sleep and laughing before heading to the back room for a nap. And with that, the spirit of the Games fades, leaving Paris to rest.4．What is the atmosphere in Paris after the Games are over?A．Exciting and cheerful.B．Quiet and relaxed.C．Empty and lifeless.D．Bustling and busy.5．How did the number of visitors change in Paris during the Games?A．Visitor numbers were unchanged.B．Visitor numbers significantly dropped.C．Visitor numbers saw a relative increase.D．Visitor numbers remained fairly constant.6．What does the author’s conversation with the chef-owner imply?A．The chef-owner feared losses initially but later saw benefits.B．The chef-owner saw no impact on his business.C．The chef-owner’s takings are down during the Games.D．The chef-owner regretted participating in the Games.7．What’s the best title of this passage?A．The Olympic Zombie in ParisB．From Olympic Glory to Parisian CalmC．Olympic business boom in ParisD．The Disappearance of Olympic VisitorsOver a decade ago, the science fiction series Black Mirror showed a story about using artificial intelligence to bring back loved ones. Thanks to technological advancement, the latest AI resurrection technology brings hope of recreating loved ones through virtual form.Recently, it was revealed that renowned musician Tino Bao had created a digital version of his daughter, who in 2021 passed away due to a rare disease at the age of 22. With the help of Xiaoice, Microsoft Asia’s AI branch based in China, Bao was able to recreate his daughter Bao Rong as an AI-powered virtual figure. Tino Bao, his family and the team went to great lengths to piece together pictures, audio-visual recordings, and narrated memories of Rong. After thousandsof trials and errors, they presented the life-like digital human who speaks in both Mandarin and English. Bao has finally launched a company to bring the technological miracle to other families experiencing such loss.However, this technological achievement has also been accompanied by many controversies. The idea of bringing back a loved one through AI may seem comforting. Still, researchers caution that constantly interacting with an AI version of a deceased loved one could potentially affect the natural grieving (悲伤) process, leaving individuals stuck in a state of denial. This could lead to prolonged grief and other mental health issues. Furthermore, there’s a risk that people may become overly dependent on the technology, prioritizing their interactions with the AI version over forming new, real-life relationships.With the case of Bao Rong out in the open, AI resurrection has become a business. From simple “talking pictures” that sound nothing like the loved ones to deepfake videos of actors speaking with the faces of those who passed away, the lower end of the market is more “artificial” than “intelligent”. Therefore, it is crucial to establish proper regulations and ethical standards to ensure that the use of AI-resurrection technology is safe and responsible.8．What does the underlined word “resurrection” in para.1 most likely mean?A．The act of bringing something back to life or existence.B．The process of improving AI technology.C．The development of new virtual forms.D．The combination of memories and technology.9．What is a possible consequence of constantly interacting with an AI version of a deceased loved one?A．It may cause people to forget the real memories of the loved one.B．It may prevent people from using other AI technologies.C．It may prolong the natural grieving process and cause mental health problems.D．It may lead to the decline of the AI industry.10．Which of the following statements about the future of AI resurrection technology is correct?A．It will eventually replace traditional ways of memorizing loved ones.B．It needs proper regulations and ethical standards to ensure safe and responsible use.C．It will be completely banned due to ethical concerns.D．It will develop healthily without proper regulations.11．What is the main idea of the passage?A．The introduction of the science fiction series Black Mirror.B．The process of creating an AI version of a loved one.C．The benefits and controversies of using AI to recreate loved ones.D．The development of AI technology in the field of music.It’s always supposed that one is either a “cat person” or a “dog person”. Dogs, the assumption goes, are loyal, affectionate, and fun; cats, as Mrs Beeton suggested in 1862, are “selfish, cruel, greedy, and without a bit of affection”. But what does it reveal about someone who prefers the company of cats? This interesting question is at the heart of Kathryn Hughes’s Catland, where she explores the cultural significance of cats throughout history.Hughes traces the history of the cat in culture and society, focusing on its journey from pest to pet in the mid-19th-century. She also explores the anthropomorphic (拟人的) world of “cat art” created by the 19th-century artist Louis Wain. The famous novelist H. G. Wells once credited Wain with “inventing a cat style, a cat society, and a whole cat world.” In Wain’s comic-like pictures, cats adopt human form, wear clothes, drive cars, and parent naughty baby cats. Standing on their back legs with huge, expressive eyes, Wain’s cat subjects often reflect their view, offering a unique social observation on the period.In addition to Wain’s contributions, Hughes explores the broader 19th-century interest in cats. She suggests that the mystery surrounding cats could easily lead to misunderstandings between humans and these animals, potentially explaining the origins of ailments (疾病) like ailurophobia (the fear of cats).The book also highlights the influence of cats on famous figures of the time. For example, while Hardy is buried at Westminster Abbey, his heart is famously transported and buried with his beloved cat in a graveyard in Dorset, having been transported there in a biscuit tin.Returning to Louis Wain, his later years took a darker turn. Declared mentally ill and committed to a mental hospital, Wain continued to create art, but his cats took on a dream-like, colorful character, far removed from the naughty baby cats of his earlier work.12．What assumptions are made about “cat people” and “dog people”?A．Dog people are intelligent, while cat people are untrustworthy.B．Dog people are independent, while cat people are affectionate.C．Dog people are faithful, while cat people are self-centered.D．Dog people are shy, while cat people are outgoing.13．What can we learn from the third paragraph?A．People like cats because they are mystical creatures.B．Hughes is more interested in cats than Wain.C．The mystery of cats results from people’s misunderstanding.D．Misunderstandings of cat behavior may lead to fear.14．Why does the author mention Thomas Hardy in paragraph 4?A．To illustrate the influence of cats on famous figures.B．To show the popularity of cats among famous people.C．To prove that Hardy was a “cat person”.D．To discuss the burial traditions of famous people.15．What’s the difference between Wain’s later work and his earlier ones?A．Later work described cats in natural settings.B．Earlier work focused more on cats instead of dogs.C．Later work turned more serious and darker.D．Later work is more dream-like and striking.Research has shown that spending more time outside is key to the nation’s well-being. Nearly two thirds of UK adults said that taking in the colors, sights, smells and sounds of the great outdoors by gardening or being surrounded by nature helped with their mental wellbeing and lowered stress levels. Now is a great time to dig out your trowel and get your hands dirty in some soil. 16 Pick your ownThere’s nothing like eating your own vegetables. From picking your own strawberries or unearthing the first new potatoes of the year, homegrown vegetable is a joy. It simply tastes better. Once you start home growing you may never stop.You don’t need to have a large plot to do so either. 17 Don’t forget that a windowsill garden should also provide color as well as be useful, so experiment with differentvarieties for attractive leaves. 18Over the garden fence, while weeding your window boxes, it’s amazing whoever you talk to when you’re enjoying tending to your plants or vegetables. Simply being out and about in your garden invites interaction and conversation with neighbors and people in your local area, which in itself has multiple social and wellbeing benefits.Additionally, whether you’re a learner or a keen gardener, community gardening groups can also be invaluable for information sharing. 19 Stay healthyDid you know that the amount of calories burnt from 30 minutes of gardening is comparable to playing badminton, volleyball or practicing yoga? From digging to weeding to lopping and mowing, there’s a whole world of muscle movement when you’re planting and tidying. 20 Research carried out by the RHS and Coventry University shows that a good digging technique was found to have minimal backbend and a large knee bend, so be mindful and make sure you’re saving yourself from a future potential bad back.A．Join gardening groupsB．Start community conversationsC．Here are top reasons to get gardening this year.D．Herbs and smaller vegetables are more than happy in pots on windowsills or small balconies. E．However, ensuring you’re completing jobs with minimal strain and risk of injury is imperative. F．Looking after plants in window boxes also boosted wellbeing—showing that you don’t need a big garden.G．Local seed and plant swap groups are also a great way of meeting people and getting rid of unwanted plants.二、完形填空“I will have revenge (复仇) on him.” said Philip to himself, with a face quite red with anger. His mind was so 21 that he did not see Stephen, who happened at that instant to meet him.Stephen asked, “on whom you intend to be revenged?”As if 22 from a dream, stopped short, and looking at his friend, Philip said, “It wasfarmer Robinson’s son who reduced it to this 23 state.”“I was walking peaceably along,” he replied, “and was playing with my cane (藤条) 24 twisting it round my body. By accident, one of the 25 slipped out of my hand. It so happened that my cane, in springing back, upset the pot the ill-natured fellow had put down, but did not break it. He came up close to me, began to call me names, seized my cane, and twisted it, as you see.”“To be sure,” said Stephen, “he is a very bad boy, and is already very properly 26 for being such, 27 nobody likes him or will have anything to do with him.” “Now, Philip,” continued Stephen, “I think you will act better in not minding him, as your contempt will be the best punishment you can put upon him. And, I will tell you what happened to him not long before.”“Very unluckily for him, he chanced to see a bee hovering about a flower which he caught, and was going to 28 its wings, when the animal stung him. The pain put him into a furious passion, and, like you, he vowed revenge. Finally the whole swarm flew out and stung him in a hundred different places. They had stung him so 29 that he was confined several days to his bed.”“Thus, you see, he was not very successful in his 30 of revenge. I would advise you, therefore, to 31 his fault. He is a bad boy and much stronger than you; so that your ability to obtain this revenge may be doubtful.”“I must own,” replied Philip, “that your advice seems very good.”A few days afterward, Philip saw this ill-natured boy fall as he was carrying home a heavy log of wood, 32 he could not lift up again. Philip ran to him, and helped him to replace it on his shoulder. Young Robinson was quite 33 at the thought of this unmerited kindness. Philip went home quite satisfied. “This,” he said, “is the noblest 34 I could take, in returning good for evil. It is 35 I should feel sorry for it.”21．A．appointed B．engaged C．employed D．involved 22．A．to awaken B．to be awaken C．awakened D．awakening 23．A．comfortable B．peaceful C．worthless D．meaningful 24．A．by B．on C．through D．for 25．A．canes B．flowers C．sticks D．ends26．A．punished B．blamed C．scolded D．criticized 27．A．when B．although C．since D．while 28．A．cut off B．pull off C．take off D．shut off 29．A．severely B．tightly C．uncomfortably D．tensely 30．A．affection B．thought C．pursuit D．hope 31．A．pass over B．turn over C．hand over D．go over 32．A．that B．when C．what D．which 33．A．excited B．ashamed C．regretted D．annoyed 34．A．responsibility B．revenge C．kindness D．mercy 35．A．certain B．natural C．improper D．impossible三、语法填空阅读下面材料，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
江苏省南通市2024_2025学年高二英语上学期第一次月考试题
2024-2025学年度高二年级阶段测试（二）英语第一部分听力 (共两节，满分30分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a library.B. In a bookstore.C. In the classroom.2. What does the woman ask the man to do?A. To wait patiently.B. To talk outside.C. To watch a movie with her.3. Where is Tom now?A. At home.B. At the office.C. At school.4. What are the speakers talking about?A. Mary’s typing skills.B. Mary’s working hours.C. Mary’s annoyance at work.5. What is the weather like now?A. It is rainy.B. It is cloudy.C. It is sunny.其次节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答6-7小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Seller and customer.B. Guide and tourist.C. Brother and sister.7. How much will the woman pay?A. $45.B.$60.C.$80.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
甘肃省庆阳宁县第二中学2023-2024学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题
甘肃省庆阳宁县第二中学2023-2024学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、短对话1．What does the woman recycle?A．Plastic.B．Paper.C．Glass.2．Where does the conversation take place?A．On the phone.B．In a restaurant.C．At home.3．What has the woman been doing during the holiday?A．Traveling.B．Doing exercise.C．Relaxing at home. 4．How does Susan find walking?A．Tiring.B．Boring.C．Enjoyable.5．What does the woman mean?A．She doesn’t like opera.B．She would like to go with the man.C．She prefers to see the opera another day.二、长对话听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．Who is John?A．Edgar’s classmate.B．Edgar’s roommate.C．Edgar’s secretary.7．When will Edgar hand in the paper?A．Before 1:00.B．After 3:00.C．Sometime between 2:00 and 3:00.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．Where does the man want to go?A．The cafe.B．The lab.C．The library.9．What does the woman major in?A．Physics.B．Psychology.C．Philosophy. 10．What does the man imply about the woman?A．She always does well in her exams.B．She has less work to do than he does.C．She should take her studies more seriously.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
高二英语月考试卷及答案
高二英语月考试卷（命题人：陈晓燕）时间：120分钟满分120第一卷（选择题局部，共90分）第一局部：听力（共10小题，每小题１分，共10分）第一节：听下面5 段对话，每段对话后有一小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话，你有10秒钟的时间来答复有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What was the score?A. 0: 40B. 0: 14C. 0: 42. When will the shirts be finished?A. Sunday afternoonB. Friday afternoon C . Saturday afternoon3. What does the man mean?A. It will take him a long time to help the womanB. He can help her for a whileC. It won’t take a long time for him to help her4. How much did the man pay for the tickets?A. $ 12B. $ 16C. $ 45. Where is the woman going now?A .To schoolB .To the shop C. To her friend’s house第二节:听下面5 段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话或独白，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟的时间作时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，答复第6---7题6. Which of the following did the doctor NOT do?A. Take the temperatureB. Look at the throatC. Examine the eyes7. How often should Richard take the medicine?A. Four times a dayB. Three times a dayC. Twice a day听第7段材料，答复第8---10题8. How is the kitchen?A. I t’s very bigB. It’s well equippedC. I t’s too modern9. What is the woman going to do next?A. To buy some furnitureB. To move into the houseC. To decorate the house 10. What is the probable relationship between the man and the woman?A. They are husband and wifeB. They are friendsC. They are newly-married couple. 第二局部:英语学问运用（共三节，满分35分）第一节语音学问（共5小题，每小题1分，满分5分）从A BCD四个选项中，找出其划线局部与所给单词的划线局部读音一样的选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
辽宁省大联考2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题
辽宁省大联考2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题一、听力选择题1．Who is having a holiday abroad?A．Tom.B．Mike.C．Lily.2．When will the woman get to Shenyang?A．At 9:30.B．At 10:00.C．At 11:30.3．What might be the most popular with the kids?A．Cookies.B．Storybooks.C．Toys.4．Where does the conversation probably take place?A．At the man’s home.B．At an interview site.C．At the hairdresser’s. 5．What are the speakers mainly discussing?A．Cooking.B．Traditions.C．Experiments.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．At what age did the cat come to the woman’s house?A．Two.B．Three.C．Five.7．What animal do the woman’s kids want to get?A．A rabbit.B．Fish.C．Another cat.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Teacher and student.B．Father and daughter.C．Mother and son. 9．What would the $ 1,500 be used for?A．Seeing a film.B．Organizing activities.C．Covering the school fees.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
高二上学期第一次月考(英语)试题含答案
高二上学期第一次月考（英语）（考试总分：150 分）一、单词拼写（本题共计1小题，总分30分）1.（30分）一、词汇（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）从A、B和C三个选项中，选出单词正确的汉语意思。
1. ensure A. 确保B. 当然 C. 当然不2. moreover A. 更多B. 结束C. 而且3. signal A. 单个的B. 信号 C. 象征4. duty A. 灰尘B. 黑暗的 C. 职责5. independent A. 依赖的 B. 独立的 C. 不关心的6. frank A. 坦率的 B. 原谅C. 批评7. tear A. 眼泪 B. 穿C. 害怕8. contribution A. 集中注意力 B. 贡献 C. 竞赛9. treatment A. 适应 B. 治疗C. 证明10. effective A. 努力的 B. 有效的C. 有精力的11. disease A. 疾病B. 灾难C. 下降12. donate A. 挣钱 B. 捐赠 C. 颁奖13. generous A. 勇敢的 B. 大体的C. 慷慨的14. hesitate A. 犹豫 B. 讨厌 C. 证书15. achievement A. 调整 B. 鼓励C. 成绩16. fund A. 资助 B. 发现 C. 建立17. help out A. 发泄怒火 B. 帮一把 C. 出去18. let down A. 使失望 B. 使下降 C. 尽责19. by accident A. 故意地 B. 偶然 C. 顺便20. take a breath A. 吸一口气 B. 呼一口气 C. 喘不上气二、阅读理解（本题共计4小题，总分30分）2.（6分）ABritish MuseumLocated in Great Russell Street, London, the British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is free to all visitors. The British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture, and it has more than 7 million objects, so it would probably take a week to see everything.Over 6 million visitors every year experience the collection, including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies(木乃伊）.Admission and opening timesFree, open daily 10:00 to 17:30Open until 20：30 on Friday, except Good Friday.Closed on 24, 25 and 26 December and 1 January.Large luggage, suitcases and cabin baggageFor everyone’s security, all bags, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum for safety and security reasons. Storage for luggage is available at major rail stations, including Euston, King’s Cross and Charing Cross.MembershipMembership allows you to discover 2 million years of human history with free unlimited entry to special exhibition, an exclusive discount offer on magazine subscription and many more benefits.Individual membership:￡74Under 26 membership:￡54Young friends(ages8--16):￡25ShopsThe museum has four shops where you can buy books, souvenirs, and family gifts.21.When can you visit the British Museum?A.At 12:00 on MondayB. At 9:00 on FridayB.On Good Friday D. On New Year’s Day22.Where can visitors store their large luggage.A.In the hall of the museum.B. In the storage room of the museum.B.At some main train stations D. At the entrance to the museum23.If two friends aged 14 and 18 apply for membership for the museum, how much should they pay?A. ￡25B. ￡79C. ￡50D. ￡143.（8分）BI was in my third year of teaching writing at Ralph High School in New York, when one of my students, 15-year-old Mikey, gave me a note from his mother．It explained his absence from class the day before:“Dear Mr．McCort, Mikey's grandmother, who is eighty years of age, fell down the stairs from too much coffee and I kept Mikey at home to take care of her and his baby sister so I could go to my job．Please excuse Mikey and he'll do his best in the future．P．S．His grandmother is OK．”I had seen Mikey writing the note at his desk．I said nothing．Most parental-excuse note, I received were penned by my students．The writers of those notes didn't realize that honest excuse notes were usually dull：“Peter was late because the alarm clock didn't go off．”The students always said it was hard putting 200 words together on any subject, but when they produced excuse notes, they were excellent．So I decided to give the first class to study the art of the excuse note．“Today I'd like you to write ‘An Excuse Note from Adam to God’ or ‘An Excuse Note from Eve to God’”．Heads went down．Pens raced across paper．They had to be asked to go to lunch by their friends．The next day everyone had excuse notes．Heated discussions followed．But suddenly I saw the headmaster at the door．He entered the classroom and walked up and down, looking at papers, and then said, “I'd like you to see me in my office．” My heart sank．When I stepped into his office, he came to shake my hand and said, “I just want to tell that lesson, that ask, was great．Those kids were writing on the college level．Thank you．”24. We can infer that when Mikey was absent from the class, he wasA．taking care of his baby sister B．somewhere enjoying himself C．looking after his grandmother D．studying the art of the excuse note 25．How did the author usually find out his students' parental-excuse notes were dishonest?A. They were written in dull words．B. The handwriting obviously looked like children's．C. He called their parents and found out the truth．D. They were more like stories than facts．26．What can we know from the 5th paragraph?A．The kids were very interested in the task．B．It was too difficult a task for the kids．C．None of the kids had lunch that day．D．The kids were afraid of God27．Why did the author's heart sink?A. The students were not behaving themselves．B. The heated discussions angered the headmaster．C. He thought the headmaster would scold him．D. The headmaster was looking at his students' papers．4.（8分）CSan Francisco has decided that its city government workers can’t use computer programs that recognize faces. It is the first US city to take such a strong step to keep this technology under control.When a computer system identifies a person from their face in a picture, it’s called “facial recognition” (面部识别). Many police departments use facial recognition. It can be helpful when the police just have a picture of a suspect (嫌疑犯）,but no other information. Normally, even with facial recognition the police must have other proof showing that a person is guilty. But many people say facial recognition programs aren’t good enough yet. The programs can usually recognize white men. But they’re not so good at identifying women and people with darker skin. They worry that “false matches” --- when the computer thinks it has identified a person, but it’s wrong --- will make innocent (无罪的) people look like criminals.For companies like Amazon and Microsoft, facial recognition is a big business. Amazon has worked hard to sell their facial recognition to police departments around the US. Microsoft sells tools that allow prisons to watch people inside.To work well, facial recognition programs must have a great number of pictures of people. But most people whose pictures are in the systems never gave permission (许可) for their pictures to be used.Many people worry that using computers to identify or track people will decrease freedom. Now, in many places, facial recognition is used to keep people under control and much of public life is watched on security cameras. Similarly, many cities in America and Europe are also almost completely covered by security cameras. Police officers now often wear cameras on their bodies, recording all the time. It’s usually not clear when governments are using facial recognition and how they are using it.Facial recognition is already being used at airports throughout Europe and in the US. The Department of Homeland Security expects to have picture of 97% of the people flying out of the country in the next four years.As these powerful computer programs become more common, San Francisco’s move to control facial recognition is an unusual and strong move to limit the way governments use computers to watch and control people.28.Why do people worry about facial recognition programs?A.They cannot multiply people’s responsibility.B.They cannot help the police identify good people.C.They will mistake innocent people for bad people.D.They will identify black people instead of white people.29.How can facial recognition programs function effectively?panies should work with each other.B.People should have more pictures taken.C.They should include as many pictures as possible.D.Police departments and prisons should be under control.30.What make people feel their freedom is on the decrease?A.There are the police everywhere.B. A lot of security cameras are used.C. More people are forced to stay at home.D. Governments focus more on facial recognition.31. What’s San Francisco’s attitude towards government workers using facial recognition?A. DisapprovingB. SupportiveC. DoubtfulD. Optimistic5.（8分）DMany people think of the brain as a mystery（神秘）．They don’t know much about intelligence and how it works．When they think about what intelligence is, many people believe that a person is born either smart, average, or dumb（愚笨的）—and stays that way for life．But new research shows that the brain is more like a muscle — it changes and gets stronger when you use it．And scientists have been able to show just how the brain grows and gets stronger when you learn．Everyone knows that when you lift weights, your muscles get bigger and you get stronger.A person who can’t lift 20 pounds when they start exercising can get strong enough to lift 100 pounds after working out for a long time．That’s because the muscles become larger and stronger with exercise．And when you stop exercising, the muscles shrink（萎缩）and you get weaker．That’s why people say, “Use it or lose it!”But most people don’t know that when they practice and learn new things, parts of their brain change and get larger a lot like muscles do when they exercise．Inside the cortex (脑皮层)of the brain are billions of tiny nerve cells（神经细胞）．Communication between these brain cells is what allows us to think and solve problems．When you learn new things, these tiny connections in the brain actually multiply and get stronger．The more you challenge your mind to learn, the more your brain cells grow．Then, things that you once found very hard or even impossible to do seem to become easy．The result is a stronger and smarter brain．Scientists started thinking that the human brain could develop and change when they studied animals’ brains．They found out that animals who lived in a challenging environment, with other animals and toys to play with, were more “aptitudinal”—they were better at solving problems and learning new things．32．What’s the main idea of the passage?A．Scientists show strong interest in what intelligence is．B．A new study shows the brain can be developed like a muscle．C．Both muscles and the brain are important to humans．D．Intelligence exists in both humans and animals．33．By using such numbers as 20 and 100 in Paragraph 2,the author tries to provethat ．A．exercise plays an important role in keeping muscles strongerB．exercise is more important to people than most of the animalsC．everyone can keep healthy if they do enough exercisesD．everyone should learn as many new things as possible34．Like stronger muscles come from exercise, smarter brains need ．A．to be well taken care of B．a good communication between personsC．help from scientists D．our learning new things35．What does the underlined word “aptitudinal” in the last paragraph probably mean? A．Strong B．Lovely C．Smart D．Active三、阅读七选五（本题共计1小题，总分10分）6.（10分）How to manage your email inbox36 .We love it and we hate it. We need it and want it, but too often the price we pay is that. As certain as the sun will rise, our inboxes will be full by mid-morning.Honestly, we’ve done it to ourselves. We depend too much on it to communicate and as a result, we have made ourselves pay attention to every one of them. This is terrible, 37 Every time an e-mail interrupts you, it costs time, money, and brainpower.Here are some of my best tips to manage emails:38 You can’t get into work if you check emails every ten minutes. Instead, you should set certain times to check your inbox, like the top of every hour or every 90 minutes. Set a timer on your phone and stick to it.Scan your inbox. 39 At the same time, leave out everything that is unnecessary and answer timely requests first.40 Instead of creating an email, try speaking with the person you want to communicate with. Often, a five-minute conversation on the line is much better than an email.e a phone.B.Set a schedule.C.Talk to the person.D.Email is our friend and the enemy.E.Because email can interrupt our work and life.F.Looking through the emails quickly can save your time.G.Email is becoming more and more important in our lives四、完形填空（本题共计1小题，总分30分）7.（30分）I’ve read lots of stories about family memories．In those 41, I’ve found voice of sadness and longing．It’s true that so much in our daily lives makes us 42 all the time．We find ourselves with less and less time to spend with our 43and friends．I’ve had the same 44 myself．I used to have 45times with my grandfather when we lived together．When I was very young, I often enjoyed spending time in his 46, watching the flowers and watering the fruit trees．But as I grew up, I 47 became “selfish”．Once, when I was 6, we went shopping together．As we took the wrong bus and ended up getting 48 , unable to find our way back, I couldn’t stay 49and shouted rudely in his face．I was so stubborn that I wouldn’t say sorry 50 returning home, thinking I had done nothing wrong．Now I 51 how ridiculous I was at the time! And I also realize how 52 it was whenI finally admitted I was 53! When I truly wanted to express my54 , my grandfather had left us 55, leaving me with no more chance to 56 my mistake．I couldn’t 57say to him the three words—“I am sorry”．We are spending more and more time outside, with less and less time to 58 with our families at home．So 59the most of every second you have with your loved ones, because time 60 going, waiting for no one．41．A．books B．storiesC．reports D．films42．A．crazy B．easyC．busy D．angry43．A．families B．classmatesC．colleagues D．employers44．A．adventure B．researchC．exploration D．experience45．A．good B．hardC．sad D．bitter46．A．kitchen B．garageC．house D．garden47．A．frequently B．rarelyC．gradually D．finally48．A．confused B．lostC．hurt D．puzzled49．A．calm B．awakeC．firm D．happy50．A．while B．unlessC．until D．after51．A．learn B．imagineC．realize D．agree52．A．early B．lateC．nice D．guilty53．A．innocent B．nervousC．wrong D．painful54．A．concern B．worryC．opinion D．regret55．A．forever B．somehowC．alone D．instead56．A．care about B．apologize forC．think of D．put away57．A．again B．oftenC．even D．still58．A．spare B．saveC．take D．kill59．A．follow B．receiveC．divide D．make60．A．needs B．keepsC．delays D．stops五、语法填空（本题共计1小题，总分15分）8.（15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
湖北省部分名校2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题
2024年湖北部分名校高二 10 月联考高二英语试卷考试时间: 2024年 10月11日上午8: 0010: 00 试卷满分：150分注意事项：1. 答题前，先将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将准考证号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2. 选择题的作答：每小题选出答案后，用2B 铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
3. 非选择题的作答：用黑色签字笔直接答在答题卡上对应的答题区域内。
写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
第一部分听力 (共两节，满分30分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 (共5小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt?A.£19.15.B.£9.18.C.£9.15.答案是C.1. What does the man say about Jack?A. He's serious.B. He's responsible.C. He's humorous.2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Classmates.B. Cousins.C. Uncle and niece.3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. What to have for lunch.B. Where to buy some vegetables.C. Who to cook a meal.4. Where are probably the speakers?A. In the car shop.B. In the toy shop.C. In the clothing shop.5. What does the man usually do in his spare time?A. Play chess with his grandfather.B. Play video games.C. Do some exercise.第二节 (共 15 小题; 每小题 1.5 分, 满分 22.5 分)听下面5段对话或独白。
河北省邢台市内邱县第二中学高二英语月考试卷含解析
河北省邢台市内邱县第二中学高二英语月考试卷含解析一、选择题1. Can you lend me the magazine _____ last week?A. you bought itB. that you boughtC. that you bought itD. which you bought it参考答案：B2. ---Is there anything special you'd like for dinner?---No, nothing ______.A.very muchB.in particularC.in practiceD.serious参考答案：B句意：--你晚餐有什么特别想吃的吗？--不，没有什么特别的。
这里需要介词短语做后置定语修饰nothing。
A.very much 非常，B.in particular 特别，C.in practice 实际上，D.serious严肃的，所以选B。
【考点】介词短语【举一反三】He felt rather _____ as he was the only person who wore sportswear at the dinner party.A. in placeB. in the wayC. by the wayD. out of placeD句意：他感到非常不适合，因为他是唯一的在宴会中穿着运动服的人。
本题介词短语的用法。
out of place 不适当的，反义词为in place恰当的，in the way 碍事，挡道的。
By the way顺便说一下，所以答案是D。
3. The newc omers still don’t know ________ the difficult situation after practicing for 2 months.A. what to deal withB. what to do withC. how to do withD. how to deal参考答案：B【考点】考察固定搭配固定搭配do with处理，该短语经常和what连用形成what to do with sth的结构，其中what作为动词do的宾语；固定搭配deal with处理，经常和how连用形成how to deal with sth的结构。
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2012～2013学年第一学期 高二年级英语学科月考（2）试题 第一部分 英语知识运用（共三节，满分50分） 第一节 语音知识（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分） 从A ，B ，C ，D 四个选项中，找出其划线部分与所给单词的划线部分读音相同的选项。
1. invisible A. prospect B. criticism C. thus D.status 2. possess A.deposit B.sorrow C.novel D.customer 3. arch A.change B.chemistry C.stomach D.school 4. Tease A.healthy B.wealth C.great D.deal 5. Absence A.haircut B.social C.certain D.function 第二节 语法和词汇知识（共小15题；每小题1分，满分15分） 6.He __________ to escape from the prison, but he couldn ’t find anybody to help him. A. succeeded B. attempted C. advised D. Offered 7._________ it be fine this Sunday, we would pay a visit to the art exhibition. A. Will B. Would C. Should D. Was 8.I have ever seen Y ao Ming on TV , but never __________. A. in the basket B. in the air C. in exhibition D. in the flesh 9.--Mr Li ’s lecture was ___________. --But it was a pity that I missed it. A.worth listening B.worthy listening C.worth listening to D.worthy to listen to 10.He suggested that we ___________ the public possessions turned in as soon as possible to the school. A. will have B.would have C.have D.had 11.--Does the young man standing there _________ the company? --No. The company is ___________ his father. A.have possession of; in the possession of B.In possession of; in the possession of C.T ake possession of; in possession of班级姓名考号诚信保证我是经发高中学生，我承诺遵守《经发高中试场规则》、《经发高中学生考试违纪处理细则》，诚实守信，认真答卷。
D.have possession of; in possession of12.I would like a job which pays more, but __________ I enjoy the work I’m doing at the moment.A.in other wordsB.on the other handC.for one thingD.as a matter of fact13.--Y ou didn’t go to the party last night, did you?--I do wish I __________ there.A.wasB.wereC.had beenD.wenting a computer, a photograph can easily be __________ into a greeting card.A.reformedB.transformedC.modifiedD.transplanted15.The report __________ figures from six different cities in Europe _________ six parts.A.basing on; make upB.based on; is made up ofC. According to; consist ofD.according to; make of16.They had to return from the hiking in the desert, for their food almost__________.A.ran out ofB. Used upC.was given outD.ran out17.I was so nervous that I couldn’t ____________ my true feelings in front of so many people.A.exposeB.deliverC.instructD.convey18.___________ the truth, he wouldn’t have lent her any money.A.Should Steven knowB. Steven has knownC. Had Steven knownD. If Steven known19.He accidentally __________ that he hadn’t been home for three weeks.A.let outB.let offC.break outD.give out20.His casual clothes were not ___________ for such a formal occasion.A.readyB.goodC.specialD.appropriate第三节完形填空（共20小题，每题1.5分，满分30分）While attending a conference, I returned to my hotel room late one evening. The overhead light outside my door was burned out and I had _____21_____ finding the keyhole. When I _____22_____ to open the door, I _____23_____ around the wall for a light switch. I found a plate where a switch was_____24______ installed...but no switch!Not discouraged easily, I remembered _____25_____ a lamp by the end when I deposited my luggage _____26_____ in the day. I found the bed in the_____27_____ and then the lamp, but when I switched it on, nothing____28_____! I thought that perhaps if I opened the curtains I might be able to use whatever light comes in from the _____29______ to find another lamp. So I _____30_____ my way slowly across the room to the curtains and ...nodrawstring(拉绳）！I finally stumbled(跌跌撞撞地走）around _____31_____ I found a desk lamp which actually _____32_____!That evening I discovered in a whole new way just how dark the world_____33____ be and how necessary light is! But even more necessary than______34____ light is the light that shines from people --the light of____35_____ and faith. Because, for many people, the world is a dark and_____36______ place. For someone today just may be stumbling in discouragement or sadness or fear and in _____37_____ of some light. So let your light shine. Whatever light you ____38_____ may be a beacon of hope and encouragement. And if you feel that your light is _____39_____ a candle in a forest, remember --there isn’t enough darkness in all the world to第二部分阅读理解（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AA middle-aged blind man is drawing pictures at the corner of the street. Many people crowd around the painter.The painter is Esref Armagan. And he is here in Boston to see if a blind man who has never seen can paint pictures that the sighted easily recognize--and even admire. He paints houses and mountains and lakes and faces and butterflies, but he’s never seen any of these things. He draws colorand shadow, but it is not clear how he could have witnessed these things either.If Atmagan can represent images in the same way a sighted person can, it raises big questions not only about how our brains construct images, but also about the role those images play in seeing. Do we build up mental images using just our eyes or do other senses contribute too? How much can a person who has been blind since he was born really understand about space and objects within it? How much “seeing” does a blind person actually do?Armagan was born 51 years ago in one of Istanbul’s poor neighborhoods. Both of his eyes failed to develop. It is impossible to know if he had some vision as a baby, but he certainly never saw normally. Few of the children on his neighborhood were formally educated, and like them, he spent his early years playing in the streets. But no one liked to play with him. T o pass the time, Armagan turned to drawing. At first he just drew on the ground. But by age 6 he was using pencil and paper. At 18 he started painting with his fingers, first on paper, then on the cloth with oils.“I like his paintings. I think I can understand him through his pictures.”an old lady said. A lot of people appreciate Armagan’s paintings, but no one knows how he can do this amazing thing.41.Esref Armagan paints in Boston in order to __________.A.show people his drawing skillsB.make a living by selling his picturesC.prove that he can draw lovely pictures and make people admire himD.see if a blind person can draw pictures that people can easily recognize42.Why can Esref Armagan paint a lot of things?A. Because he is a gifted painter.B. The passage doesn’t mention it.C. Because he has seen these things before.D. Because he has been taught by a painter.43.From the third paragraph we can infer that __________.A.mental images are built up by our eyesB. Esref Armagan’s images are the same as those of sighted peopleC.an unsighted person can understand about space better than the sightedD.there are still many questions about why Armagan can paint his pictures44.From the passage we can know that ___________.A. Esref Armagan received much information for educationB. Esref Armagan had some vision when he was a small boyC. Esref Armagan turned to drawing because of his lonelinessD. Esref Armagan can paint pictures now because of his education45.The best title for his passage would be __________.A. The Art of Seeing Without SightB. Esref Armagan and His PicturesC. Esref Armagan--A Famous PainterD. Esref Armagan’s Beautiful PicturesＢ根据文章内容，从下面Ａ－Ｆ选项中选出能概括每一段主题的最佳选项，选项中有一项为多余。