2023-2024学年广东省东莞市翰林高级中学高二10月月考英语试题

2023-2024学年广东省东莞市翰林高级中学高二10月月考英语试题
When Veronika Scott was a student at the College in Detroit, Michigan, she received an assignment to “design to fill a need.” She dreamed up an idea for insulated (绝缘的) overcoats that would double as sleeping bags, and handed them out to people living in the temporary shelters. While her efforts were greeted mostly with enthusiasm from those who suffered from Detroit’s winters, one woman expressed a disagreement. “We don’t need coats; we need jobs.” she told Veronika. Then Veronika had her second inspiration.
Veronika, now 26, found an expert to teach two homeless women to sew and hired them to assemble the coats. She paid them with donations she received through her blog. At first, the coats were constructed in a small homeless shelter’s utility closet. Af ter graduating from college in 2012, she founded the Empowerment Plan, a nonprofit organization. Clothing producer Carhartt donated several old industrial sewing machines and so on. GM and other companies chipped in operating funds and insulating materials.
The group employs about 20 people — mostly single mothers, some of whom have served time —and pays them more than Michigan’s minimum wage. “We don’t require a GED (General Educational Development) or even previous employment.” Veronika says. “Instead, we’re looking for people who are motivated.” The Empowerment Plan provides free education and offers micro-loans to those who qualify. Nearly all the employees eventually move into permanent housing, and some go on to well-paid jobs.
To date, the Empowerment Plan has produced more than 10, 000 coats and distributed them home and abroad. “Still, we less focus on coats than on the workers who make them.” Veronika says, “At the end of the day, the coat is a vehicle for us to employ people.”
1. What inspired Veronika to truly design to fill a need?
A．An assignment. B．Her dream.
C．A woman’s opinion.D．A drive to make money.
2. What does the underlined word “chipped in” in paragraph 2 mean?
A．Contributed. B．Loaned. C．Gave out. D．Set aside.
3. Who would be mostly likely to be hired by Veronika?
A．A poor student. B．An old beggar. C．A retired lady. D．A divorced
mother.
We are what we eat. From calorie-inducing meals to low-fat lunches, much of our health depends on what we eat. We know about the benefits of eating properly for our physical well-being, but food-and cooking it-is proving to be good for our mental well-being as well.
Many professionals are now advocating the therapeutic value of cooking food. It’s not just about the end result but the experience someone goes through. Dr Mark Salter, a consultant psychiatrist, said, “Baking and cooking are good therapies that help patients develop planning skills, short-term memory and social skills, all of which suffer in mental illness.”
TV chef and author Nadiya Hussain agrees that cooking is great for helping our mind. She loves to bake and became the champion of the TV show, The Great British Bake Off. She says that “Baking’s always been about therapy. It’s never really been about the cake. ” And she thinks t hat baking is an important tool for our socialization and mental health.
Certainly, creating some delicious food has helped us get through the recent lockdown. People have said that kneading dough (揉面团) to make bread, for example, has given them a sense of calm and control when they feel lonely and depressed. Research has shown that doing creative tasks, like cooking, makes us feel happier. Nicole Farmer, who studies how food impacts our biology, behavior and mental health, said, “cooking represents the sh ared human experience of food, and nurturing people through food, so I think that’s where it incorporates opportunities for immediate positive emotions.”
Of course, cooking can be a very sociable activity and sharing the end result can be a rewarding experience. We can enjoy its benefits and let go of anxiety and depression.
4. How does the author prove his point of view?
A．By making comparisons. B．By giving examples.
C．By making logical reasoning. D．By listing numbers.
5. What can we know according to paragraph 4?
A．Creating food benefits us physically.
B．Kneading dough makes us feel delightful.
C．Cooking is linked with delayed positive emotions.
D．Cooking helps us feel positive during the lockdown.
6. Where is this text probably taken from?
A．Science fiction. B．Cooking guide.
C．Health magazine. D．Psychological textbook.
Recently, a research on how a new virtual reality (VR) experience educated primary children about the fire disasters was done. It was developed by the University of South Australia, aiming to educate children to learn how to be safer in a fire.
Focusing on children aged 10-12 years, the new VR experience presents a situation where children are tasked to look after a friend’s dog just before a fire event begins to unfold. Th ey participate in a series of problem-solving activities to help save and protect themselves and the dog.
The findings showed that more than 80 percent of children reported that they felt more confident to calmly evaluate the options and make wise decisions to protect themselves from a fire. This is especially significant considering that 91 per cent of participants originally lacked any knowledge of fires, and that 67 per cent had said that they were too young to make safety decisions in a fire.
The researchers believed such immersive (沉浸式的) VR experiences had real potential to engage, educate and empower the young. “As children born in digital times, they are engaged by such technology and they can experience events realistically yet within the safe enviro nment,” said Delene Weber, one of the researchers. “Well-designed VR can provide an opportunity for children to apply newly acquired knowledge, strengthen their learnt concepts, and enable immediate feedback —all incredibly valuable learning tools.”
Meanw hile, because children have fewer life experiences, aren’t as physically strong, and are less likely to have learned much about fire safety, they’re often most at risk. Yet the capacity for children to contribute to fire safety at their household should not be underestimated.
“Children do not need to be passive victims of disasters and with purpose-built virtual reality experiences such as these, we can help empower children to understand the risks but realize they can help,” said Weber.
7. How does the new VR experience try to educate children?
A．By introducing a virtual friend to them. B．By analyzing the causes of a fire event.
C．By letting them solve virtual problems. D．By guiding them to ask a dog for help. 8. What did the result of the research about VR experiences show?
A．Many children found it hard to adapt to them.
B．They could greatly help ensure children’s safety.
C．They benefited children with knowledge of fire.
D．Most children had a misunderstanding about them.
9. What does Weber think of the new VR experiences?
A．Unrealistic. B．Dangerous. C．Unnecessary. D．Significant.
10. What can be the most suitable title for the text?
A．VR experiences educate kids to survive a fire
B．VR experiences make learning easier for kids
C．VR education appeals to the young generation
D．VR technology makes no sense in fighting a fire
How to Convince Your Parents to Give You More Freedom
As you grow up, it can happen that you want more time to go out with friends or more computer time, but your parents are concerned about you. In this case, how can you gain more freedom from your parents? 11 Here are some tips to help you make it.
Follow your parents' rules and instructions without complaint. 12 You are also sup- posed to take care of your chores, such as cleaning your room or finishing your homework in time without being asked. It will remind them how responsibly you've been acting and show them your self-control.
13 Let them know what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. They'll be more likely to consider your requests if they understand your point of view. Ask them for advice regarding school, friends, or anything else you have going on. They will appreciate that you value their opinions.
Avoid dangerous behaviors and wrong companions. It will be much harder for your parents to give you more freedom if you're drinking, partying a lot, or hanging out with the wrong crowds. 14 Your parents can see how reliable they are. Always ask for permission before hanging out or staying out late. Your parents will feel relieved to know where you are and what you are doing.
Remain calm and accept their decision. Explain to them exactly why you think you can handle this particular freedom. If they say no, respect that choice. Becoming angry will only prove to them that you are not yet mature enough to handle additional freedom. Continue your good behavior instead. They might eventually recognize that you have grown up. 15
The experiences I had in high school showed me it was time to grow up. I don’t mean physical growth, but _________ growth as well as a build in _________.
To be honest, the process of changing from a middle school student to a high school student was exciting but somehow _________. I was used to getting A+s in all my classes and receiving constant _________ from teachers. As I walked into Somerville High, my whole world was turned upside down, but it was _________.
Once, I worked hard on a Biology project and thought it would come out _________. As I handed it in, Ms. Woods showed no _________. Not even a “Wow! This is beautiful!” ... Nothing!I was instantly _________ because I expected some sort of praise given to me just like I received in middle school. The _________ thing happened in all my other classes, __________ in English. When Mr. Clericuzio made __________ comments on my first English essay, I felt completely discouraged. __________, I searched for help, and Mr. Clericuzio worked side-by-side with me to help __________ the areas necessary. I can honestly say that might have been one of my
__________ memories of freshman year.
All in all, my freshman year could be summarized in a single word —__________. It taught me how to be responsible and independent. It also taught me that life is about both success and failure.
16.
A．theory B．economic C．friendship D．academic 17.
A．character B．enthusiasm C．image D．fortune 18.
A．familiar B．normal C．misleading D．terrifying 19.
A．advice B．praise C．orders D．tasks 20.
A．for the better B．under control C．in my
expectation D．beyond imagination
21.
A．inspiring B．shocking C．successful D．educational 22.
A．confidence B．respect C．reaction D．pity
23.
A．amused B．confused C．frightened D．bored
24.
A．amazing B．typical C．unusual D．same
25.
A．especially B．probably C．expectedly D．unfortunately 26.
A．unfavorable B．detailed C．casual D．public
27.
A．Besides B．However C．Instead D．Otherwise 28.
A．search B．choose C．leave D．fix
29.
A．distant B．embarrassing C．great D．lost
30.
A．effort B．determination C．growth D．sadness
31. It was the first time that a “digital human” ____________(participate) in the torch-lighting ceremony.(所给词的适当形式填空)
32. Treat others with respect, __________ you will win respect from others. (用适当的词填空)
33. If ____________ (expose) to the outside world, children will be better equipped for the future. (所给词的适当形式填空)
34. Youth is a time ________ habits and interests affecting the rest of your life are formed and developed. (用适当的词填空)
35. It was the professor rather than his assistants that was _______(blame)for the failure of the experiment. (所给词的适当形式填空)
36. I ____________ (sincere) hope you can achieve your ambition through your efforts. (所给词的适当形式填空)
37. I encourage you to go out with your family and discover ___________ they mean to you. (用适当的词填空)
38. Today people in China have a strong sense of happiness thanks ____________ the improved living standards. (用适当的词填空)
39. ____________ impressed me that he was able to behave himself in a completely strange environment.(用适当的词填空)
40. Universities in China have great facilities and outstanding professors, ____________ (help) to educate young people who will contribute to the economy and further strengthen our country. (所给词的适当形式填空)
41. The host family gave her so much comfort that after a short time she ______ ______ ______ (感到舒服自在). (根据汉语提示完成句子)
42. It was said that a newly-elected manager took charge of the sales department. (同义句改写)(句型转换)
It was said that the sales department ______ ______ ______ ______ ______a newly-elected manager.
43. Life is made up of not only sunshine but also hard times. (同义句改写) (句型转换)
Life ______ ______ not only sunshine but also hard times.
44. She pursued her dreams although there were obstacles. (同义句改写) (句型转换)
She pursued her dreams ______ ______ obstacles.
45. All volunteers should wear a uniform. Event organizers issued the requirement. (用同位语从句合并) (句型转换)
46. The West Lake is a world-famous tourist destination. It attracts a large quantity of tourists from home and abroad every year. (用so…that...合并) (句型转换)
47. 有很多著名科学家参与，这次活动取得了巨大成功。

(用with复合结构翻译)(汉译英)
48. 假定你是李华，你的美国笔友Jackson最近在考虑是否要留学，他来信征求你的意见。

请你给Jackson回信，内容包括：
1.你的观点；
2. 理由（不少于三个）；
3. 期盼。

注意：1.词数80左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯
Dear Jackson,
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Yours,
Li Hua 49. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

They don’t mean it
Our family moved here from China two years ago, and we thought we were pretty well adjusted to American ways. This year my parents decided to give a party on Chinese New Year and invite some of our American friends.
The party went pretty well. Our guests were amazed at the flavor of all the special foods. After the dinner, they thanked us for showing them what a real Chinese New Year dinner was like.
“I loved the dishes. You and the girls must have spent hours doing all the work!” Mrs. O’Meara said to my mother.
“The girls helped with the cutting and I’m sorry they did such a terrible job.” said Mother.
I heard a little gasp(倒吸气) from my friend Kim O’Meara, who stared wide-eyes at Mother. When I asked what the matter was, she told me she just didn’t understand why my mother said so.
I had to laugh. “She doesn’t mean it! It’s just the way she talks.”
Seeing her still confused look, I went on explaining, “In China, parents consider it good manners to deny praises about their children. Otherwise, it would be the same as bragging(自夸).” Kim seemed a little hesitant, but she nodded anyway.
That Easter, the O’Mearas invited our family for dinner. Mrs. O’Meara cooked a huge ham which we enjoyed a lot. As Mrs. O’Meara started cutting up the cake for dessert, Mother said, “I’m not sure if I can eat one more bite. That was t he best ham I’ve ever tasted!”
“Aw, that ham was terrible,” said Kim. “I bet you could do a lot better, Mrs. Yang.”
注意:1. 续写短文词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。

Paragraph 1:
There was a stunned (震惊的) silence around the table.
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Paragraph 2:
I finally knew how Kim had misunderstood what I had said.
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