广东省普宁市勤建学校2023-2024学年高二上学期10月月考英语试题

广东省普宁市勤建学校2023-2024学年高二上学期10月月考
英语试题
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一、阅读理解
When you think of wildlife holidays in the UK, Scotland is probably the first destination that springs to mind, with quite a few breathtaking natural sites that offer a wonderful base to watch wildlife.
The Trossachs National Park
It was the first national park established in Scotland. The Loch Lomond at the center of the park is the largest body of freshwater in the UK. The largest land mammal (哺乳动物) in Britain, red deer can be found in the park. Keep an eye out as you pass through forests, woodlands and open hills.
The Isle of Staffa
The Isle of Staffa is famous for its dramatic rock formations, and for the cave known as “Fingal’s Cave”, Staffa provided inspiration to Felix Mendelssohn, the German musician. He visited in 1829 and, afterwards, composed his Hebrides Overture. The island is also famous for its adorable seabirds—puffins, which are known for their vibrant beaks (鸟喙) and big personalities.
The Cairngorms National Park
The Cairngorms National Park is in northeast Scotland. With an area of 1,748 square miles, the park covers the Cairngorms range of mountains and surrounding hills, and is the largest national park in the UK as the second national park in Scotland. Over 25% of the UK’s endangered species make their home in the park’s ancient pine forests, among which you can find the red squirrel—the UK’s only native squirrel (松鼠) species.
1．Which of the following is connected with the creation of a piece of music?
A．The Loch Lomond.B．The Trossachs National Park.
C．The Isle of Staffa.D．The Caimgorms National Park. 2．What do we know about the Caingorms National Park?
A．It supports a wide variety of rare animals.
B．It lies off the coast of northeast Scotland.
D．It is the second largest national park in Scotland.
3．What is the purpose of the text?
A．To give advice on how to spend holidays in Scotland.
B．To introduce some places to see wildlife in Scotland.
C．To raise awareness of endangered wildlife in Scotland.
D．To compare some breathtaking destinations in Scotland.
Many schools across the US hold graduation ceremonies this time of year. In some schools, even 5 and 6-year-olds observe their graduation from kindergarten. And so can older people, much older. Meet 70-year-old Jerry Reid, who just graduated from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He earned a bachelor’s degree.
Mr. Reid might not look like the average college student; his hair is definitely grayer. But still Jerry Reid’s age is easy to forget, other UV A students know him as one of their own. Mr. Reid sat into the “Hoo Crew,” a group that cheers loudly for the school at sports events. He also joined a men’s group on campus. He sang drinking songs along with many other students. Mr. Reid’s school friends say they can talk to him just about anything.
About a half century ago, in his 20s, Mr. Reid was not in school. Instead, he was racing cars and chasing girls. But he says his friend Bill invited him to UVA parties. “Bill told me what a terrible life I had unless I came up here and went to school with him,” said Reid.
That was in 1963. Jerry Reid says it took him 48 years to take that advice. In 2011, he entered college. UV A Professor Luke Wright says Mr. Reid influences students. He opened the minds of the young adults. The teacher says Mr. Reid showed them that life does not end at 40. Instead, the 70-year-old college graduate believes that getting older can be the beginning of a dream.
“Remember that path that you left waits for you. It’s there. It’s yours. All you must do is to get out of your own way and get back to it. And, that’s exactly what I did,” said Reid. Mr. Reid says that he and his wife Susan now would take some time off to enjoy his college degree. Then, he’ll return to UV A to begin studying for his graduate degree.
4．What do you know about Mr. Reid from the passage?
A．He was laughed at by other students.
B．He got his graduate degree at the age of 70.
D．He transformed the views of young people completely.
5．From what he did in the university, we can infer that Mr. Reid was ________.
A．considerate B．independent C．intelligent D．energetic 6．What does the fourth paragraph mainly discuss?
A．How Mr. Reid realizes his dream.B．What teachers think of Mr. Reid.
C．When Mr. Reid entered college.D．Why the students likes Mr. Reid. 7．What lesson can we learn from the story of Jerry Reid?
A．It is never too late to learn.B．Two heads are better than one.
C．Actions speak louder than words.D．A friend in need is a friend indeed.
Outer space is getting spicier, thanks to a new NASA initiative to add a little more flavor to astronauts’ diets.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) are growing red and green chile peppers for the very first time. A team of researchers at the Kennedy Space Center planted 48 seeds in a device called a science carrier, which has clay for roots to grow in and a specially formulated controlled-release fertilizer. The device fixes into the Advanced Plant Habitat, one of three plant growth rooms onboard.
“The APH is the largest plant growth facility on the space station and has180 sensors and controls for monitoring plant growth and the environment,” said project manager Nicole Dufour. “It is a diverse growth room, and it allows us to help control the experiment from Kennedy, reducing the time astronauts spend tending to the crops.”
The peppers will spend about four months growing before they can be harvested and eaten, marking the first time astronauts have cultivated peppers on the station from seeds to maturity.
“It is one of the most complex plant experiments on the station to date because of the long germination and growing times,” said Matt Romeyn. “We have previously tested flowering to increase the chance for a successful harvest because astronauts will have to pollinate the peppers to grow fruit.” Researchers will monitor the growth of the peppers and compare them with a control group on Earth.
“The challenge is the ability to feed crews in low-Earth orbit, and then to sustain explorers during future missions beyond low-Earth orbit to destinations including the Moon
extensive processing.”
“This is important because the food astronauts eat needs to be as good as the rest of the equipment. To successfully send people to Mars and bring them back to Earth, we will not only require the most nutritious foods, but the best tasting ones as well.”
8．What does the first sentence sound?
A．Magical.B．Humorous.C．Romantic.D．Scientific. 9．According to Nicole, the crops in the APH_____________.
A．are mainly growing in a water tank B．grow under the monitor of phones
C．don’t need fertilizer to grow well D．are being looked after by people on Earth 10．How will astronauts help grow peppers?
A．By getting the peppers pollinated.B．By recording the peppers’ growth.
C．By watering the peppers on time.D．By keeping the growing room warm. 11．Why do astronauts test to grow crops in 1SS?
A．To solve the food problem on Earth.B．To prepare plants’ growth in other
planets.
C．To cultivate crops of no extensive processing.D．To enrich astronauts’ diets on
further destinations.
If electric bikes haven’t caught your attention yet, here’s one that might. Okapi, a Boston-based start-up, is producing a unique e-bike that bridges the gap between motorcycles and ordinary bikes.
These aren’t normal bikes. If the futuristic appearance doesn’t give them away, the specs (规格) will: Okapi’s bikes have an all-electric range of up to 40 miles and a top speed of around 30 mph. Those aren’t crazy numbers, but they are more than adequate for an ordinary bike. The company’s selling its bikes for just under $3,000. That’s in line with other e-bikes’ pricing, but Okapi’s bikes look more appealing than the others, which try (with varying degrees of success) to look like normal bicycles.
The bikes’ full suspension, hidden storage, and 1,000-watt motor all add up to a fun ride. Okapi’s design appears to be stronger and more able to handle the bumps (碰撞) than many other electric bikes, some of which appear to be modeled after old models. The main downside to Okapi’s design is that it supports a maximum of 280 pounds, which may stop
Okapi’s approach to the e-bike is a little different from others’. While more than one company tries to hide their electric powertrain (动力系统) underneath slim bodywork, Okapi puts it all out for the world to see in a big, square battery pack. There’s almost a futuristic dirt bike look to the bike, which is less awkward than it sounds.
Electric bikes are getting cheaper, almost every day, but Okapi’s product charges a high price: The Starter Edition bike costs $2,989.98. The good news is that Okapi’s bike looks better and stronger than many offerings on the market today.
Though they’re not the most mainstream product out there, e-bikes are worth the coin at almost any price. If you’re considering buying an electric bike, do it. E-bikes absolutely offer you an enjoyable and exciting experience, even on the cheaper end.
12．What do we know about Okapi’s new bike?
A．Its look is normal.B．Its speed is steady.
C．It has a lower price.D．It has a limited load.
13．What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 4 refer to?
A．The battery pack.B．Slim bodywork.
C．The electric powertrain.D．Okapi’s approach.
14．What is the author’s attitude toward e-bikes?
A．Objective.B．Unclear.
C．Conservative.D．Supportive.
15．Which of the following could be the best title for the text?
A．E-bikes: Cooler than You Think
B．E-bikes: a Future Leader of Bikes
C．E-bikes: a Better Replacement for Cars
D．E-bikes: a Mainstream Way of Transportation
二、七选五
Public speaking and critical thinking
What is critical thinking? To a certain degree, it’s a matter of logic (逻辑) — of being able to spot weaknesses in other people’s argument and to avoid them in your own, it also includes related skills such as distinguishing fact from opinion and assessing the soundness of
see clearly their lationships among ideas. 16 The greatest thinkers, scientists, and inventors have often taken information that was readily available and put it together differently to produce new ideas.that, too, is critical thinking.
17 As the class goes on, for example, you will probably spend a good deal of time organizing your speeches. While this may seem like a purely mechanical (机械的) exercise, it is closely connected with critical thinking. If the structure of your speech is loose and confused, chances are that your thinking. If the structure of your speech is loose and confused, chances are that your thinking is also discovered and confused. If, on the other hand, the structure is clear, there is a good chance your thinking is too. Organizing a speech is not a matter of arranging the ideas your already have. 18
What is true of organization is true of many aspects of public speaking. 19 As you work on expressing your ideas in clear, accurate language, you will Improve your ability to think clearly and accurately. 20 As you learn to listen critically to speeches in class,You will be better able to assess the ideas of speakers in a variety of situations.
If you take full advantage of your speech class, you will be able to develop your skills as critical thinker in many circumstances. This is one reason public speaking has been regarded as a vital part of education since the days of ancient Greece.
A．Rather, it is an important part of shaping the ideas themselves.
B．This may seem like a lot of time, but the rewards are well worth it.
C．It may also help you to know that there is no such thing as a perfect speech.
D．It has often been said that there are few new ideas in the world, only reorganized ideas.
E．If you are wondering what this has to do with your public speaking class, the answer is quite a lot.
F．The skills you learn in your speech class can help you become a more effective thinker in a number of ways.
G．As you study the role of evidence and reasoning in speech making, you will see how they can be used in other forms of communication as well.
三、完形填空
young age, my dad 21 me into a dozen sports. I didn’t like any of them, 22 .
When I entered University of Regina, my dad 23 telling me “You have to find a way to stay 24 ” or “You don’t want to get the Freshman 15, do you?” So I 25 to give swimming a shot, but I 26 managed to go to the pool twice during the fall semester (学期). Worse still, I was 27 to convince myself that “Yeah, that’s OK.”
Spring semester came. A friend of mine 28 me one day asking if I wanted to go to Zumba with her. All I knew about Zumba was that it was basically exercise dancing to Latin and pop songs. It didn’t sound too bad, but I couldn’t be 29 .
I went, and that was it. Zumba became my 30 of tea. The instructor would always say: “Don’t worry about the steps. Have fun. Do your own thing.” That removed my 31 about sports. I didn’t have to be 32 . I didn’t even have to be good. I just need to 33 the music and move. Zumba did 34 me from the Freshman 15, but it also did so much more. It let me make 35 with my unpleasant past with physical fitness, and enjoy staying healthy.
21．A．expected B．allowed C．forced D．invited 22．A．therefore B．though C．instead D．besides 23．A．avoided B．risked C．regretted D．kept 24．A．in shape B．for fun C．at ease D．on business 25．A．refused B．happened C．bothered D．decided 26．A．hardly B．only C．constantly D．gradually 27．A．eager B．satisfied C．embarrassed D．disappointed 28．A．teased B．comforted C．approached D．annoyed 29．A．happy B．proud C．careful D．sure 30．A．cup B．part C．share D．mouth 31．A．curiosity B．passion C．fear D．confidence 32．A．perfect B．enthusiastic C．adorable D．ambitious 33．A．accept B．feel C．display D．compare 34．A．witness B．separate C．discourage D．save 35．A．trouble B．sense C．peace D．contact
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。

A historic bottle of whiskey (威士忌) can soon be 36 (you) — if you have tens of thousands of dollars 37 (spend). The whiskey, 38 (discover) in LaGrange, Georgia, is about to go up for auction (拍卖) and bids are expected to fall between $20,000 and $40,000. This Old Ingledew Whiskey is believed to be the oldest known whiskey in 39 (exist), according to Skinner, who is hosting the auction. Research indicates the wine was 40 (probable) produced between 1762—1802, around the time of the Revolutionary War.
Financier John Pierpont Morgan reportedly bought the bottle during one of his frequent visits to Georgia, Skinner said. It is believed to have been bottled in LaGrange in 41 1860s, according to the auction house, which said it was standard practice to store spirits (烈酒) in bottles after being aged in oak barrels. Morgan 42 (send) it as a gift to a close friend and neighbor, Francis Drake, 43 family safeguarded the bottle for three generations.
While this may be the oldest known bottle of whiskey, it’s nowhere near the most expensive. In 2019, the Macallan Fine and Rare 60-Year-Old 1926 became the 44 (high) priced bottle of wine ever auctioned when it sold 45 $1.9 million.
五、建议信
46．假定你是李华，你的法国笔友Sophie今年暑假将开启她的首次中国之旅。

她担心中国和法国的肢体语言有所不同，容易产生误会从而带来沟通障碍，故写信向你咨询相关建议。

请你给Sophie回一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 欢迎她来中国；
2. 提出肢体语言的相关建议；
3. 预祝她旅途愉快。

注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

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六、读后续写
47．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。

续写的词数应为150 左右。

My mother used to ask me what is the most important part of the body. Through the years I would take a guess at what I thought was the correct answer.
When I was younger, I thought sound was very important to us as humans, so I said, ''My ears, Mommy.'' She said, ''No. Many people are deaf. But you keep thinking about it and I will ask you again soon.''
Several years passed before she asked me again. Since making my first attempt, I had contemplated (考虑)the correct answer. So this time I told her, ''Mommy, sight is very important to everybody, so it must be our eyes.” She looked at me and told me, “You are learning fast, but the answer is not correct because there are many people who are blind.
Over the years my mother asked me a couple more times and always her answer was : ''No, but you are getting smarter every year, my child.''
Then last year, my grandpa died. Everybody was hurt. Everybody was crying. Mom looked at me when it was our turn to say our final goodbye to Grandpa. She asked me,''Do you know the most important body part yet, my dear?'' I was shocked when she asked me this on this occasion. I always thought this was a game between her and me.She saw the confusion on my face and told, ''This question is very important. How you answer it shows whether you have learned about life. ''For every body part you gave me in the past, I have told you were wrong and I have given a reason why. But today is the day you will know the answer.
I looked puzzled.
''All your previous answers --ears, eyes, hands, heart They are all very importantto yourself. But this time I need you think of something that is important to others.'' Paragraph 1:
''My dear, the most important body part,'' she said,
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Paragraph 2:
''Mom, I understand. And you can cry on my shoulder, too.''
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