北京市101中学2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题
2020年北京101中学高三英语期中考试试卷及参考答案
2020年北京101中学高三英语期中考试试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AWashingtonDCBusToursDC Highlights TourThis is their base tour. It begins at 10 am daily and lasts for 5 hours. This part-bus, part-walking tour includes guided stops in theUS. All of their tours include a driver as well as a tour guide, and yourtour guide will get off the bus and give you walking tours of each stop, while your bus and driver wait for you. Capitol Building, the White House, Washington Monument as well as the Lincoln and MLK Memorials and the Vietnam War and Korean War Veterans Memorials.$54—Adult I $44—Child (3—12)Discover DC TourIf you want pretty much to explore every famous monument and landmark in DC and take a 1 -hour cruise on thePotomac River, then consider the Discover DC Tour. This 6-hour tour will take you to all locations (景点) listed on their DC Highlights Tour as well as the World WarⅡMemorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.TIP: If you are planning on visiting NYC, you will get 30% off the Discover NYC Tour (normally $100) if you buy it at the same time as your Discover DC Tour.$74—Adult I $54—Child (3—12)VIP ExclusiveWashingtonDCCity TourThis 8-hour tour is actually the Discover DC Tour above with a VIP add-on at the beginning and the end. You * 11 meet your guide early for reserved (预留)tickets to tour inside the US Capitol Building. The 45 -minute tour and film have reserved tickets so you don't have to worry about it being sold out. After your day of sightseeing, you 'll be dropped off at the National Archives, again with reserved time tickets so you don't have to worry about waiting in line.$125 for Adults and ChildrenSkyview Changeable Bus TourOn this changeable mini bus, you get to experience a guided tour with panoramic views (全景)without theglare of a window in the photos! A guided bus tour takes you not only through all locations listed on the DC Highlights Tour, but also Old Town Alexandria andNationalHarbor.$69—Adult I $59—Child (3—12)Time: 9 am—4 pm1. What's special about the DC Highlights Tour?A. It uses mini buses.B. It has the fewest locations.C. It has the most tour guides.D. It provides reserved tickets.2. How much should a man pay if he buys the Discover DC Tour and the Discover NYC Tour at the same time?A. $128.B. $174.C. $104.D. $144.3. Which tour lasts the longest?A. DC Highlights Tour.B. Discover DC Tour.C. VIP ExclusiveWashingtonDCCity Tour.D. Skyview Changeable Bus Tour.BTOKYO—Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga told the media on Monday if any places hosting events of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics declare a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 epidemic during the games, the events will continue to beheld but without spectators (观众). With one month to go before the games are due to begin on July 23, Suga is again showing his administration’s determination to hold the Olympic Games as planned, despite so much pressure from various parties urging it tocancel the event.Although the Japanese government regards the Tokyo Olympics as an important opportunity to improve its soft power, the Japanese people’s enthusiasm for the Games has been continuously dented (挫伤) since they were postponed last year. The resurgence (再猖獗) of the novel coronavirus in some places is Japan in recent months has cast a shadow over people’s confidence that the Olympics will not give rise to new clusters (群) of infections, and there are fears that the Games will provide new channels for the virus’ global transmission.Some torchbearers from Japan have withdrawn from the Olympic torch relay in the country. And the latest survey indicates only 34 percent of Japanese people support holding the games as scheduled. Predictably, the Suga administration will do all it can to try to ensure the games go ahead. But it remains to be seen whether it can stand the tests of the uncertainties related to epidemic prevention and control that might happen during the Games.Since it has not yet got the virus under control at home, the people have reasons to question is ability to deal with the prevention and control work when large numbers of participants will be flocking to Japan from aroundthe world in a short time. It is to be hoped that Japan can draw lessons from the organization of epidemic prevention and control work during the ongoing UEFA European Championship, carry out strict epidemic prevention and control measures, and be prepared for emergencies to guarantee the safety and success of the Olympics at this special time.It should be a common wish of the whole world that the Tokyo Olympics can become a stage showing unity and resolve of human beings in their fight against the virus. That willendowthe games with special meaning beyond sports.4. What is the second paragraph mainly about?A. The virus’ global transmission.B. People’ worry about the infections.C. The resurgence of the novel coronavirus.D. The benefit of holding the Tokyo Olympics.5. How do about one third of Japanese people like holding the games as planned?A. Uncertain.B. Negative.C. Approving.D. Indifferent.6. Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “endow” in the last paragraph?A. Compare.B. Equip.C. Provide.D. Charge.7. What can be the best title for the news report?A. Japan can ensure Olympics go aheadB. Olympics big test for Japanese governmentC. Japanese people’s enthusiasm for the GamesD. Japan to carry out strict epidemic prevention during the GamesCAn ancient tomb was recently discovered in southern Siberia in which there may be treasure, priceless objects, and the 3, 000-year-old remains of an ice mummy.Swiss scientist Gino Caspari with the University of Bern was looking carefully at the pictures of the area in the Russian Tuva Republic, when he came across what appeared to be a tomb. It is a tomb of the Scythians, an ancient group of Eurasians.This summer, together with researchers from the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Hermitage Museum, a dig at the site not only proved Caspari's idea, but told us the site is the largest and oldest of its kind ever discovered in what's increasingly known as the “Siberian Valley of the Kings.”While any discovery dating back to a period between the Iron Age and Bronze Age is exciting, it's the nature of this site that makes scientists want to begin carefully clearing away the layers of rock and earth. First, the tomb appears to have never been dug, because it is in a Siberian wetland faraway from the nearest place where people live. Second, and most important, is its possible resting place under a thick layer of permafrost.“There's permafrost in the area,” Caspari said. “There are really only a handful of permafrost tombs and very few that have not been damaged, where there have been ice mummies in good condition, and all the things in the tomb are untouched.”While not as large, other tombs discovered in the area have produced fantastical treasures and objects, including thousands of gold objects and other things about the past. By studying all these tombs, researchers hope to have a better understanding of the Scythian people.Caspari said his team is in a race against time to uncover the tomb and find out its secrets. “We now have to act fast,” he said, “because with the rising temperatures, the permafrost could melt and damage all the things in that tomb. And these are things that are over 3,000 years old, that look like new, like they were put there yesterday.”8. How did Caspari discover the tomb?A. By studying pictures.B. By visiting a Russian area.C. By talking with Russian researchers.D. By comparing other scientists,ideas.9. Why has the tomb remained untouched?A. It is covered by a lot of rocks.B. It is well kept by the Scythians.C. It is too small to draw attention.D. It is hidden in a wild cold place.10. Why do scientists want to uncover the tomb?A. To better protect the tomb.B. To save the treasures inside.C. To learn more about the Scythians.D. To have a good understanding of mummies.11. Why is Caspari's team racing against time to dig the tomb?A. The tomb is too old.B. It is getting hotter and hotter.C. Some treasures are being damaged.D. They want to save time for other tombs.DHidden beneath the surface in the roots of Earths astonishing and diverse plant life, there exists a biological superhighway linking together the members of the plant kingdom in what researchers call the "wood wide web".The network is comprised of thin threads of fungus (真菌) that grow outwards underground up to a fewmeters from its partnering plant, meaning that all of the plant life within a region likely connected to one another. The partnership is beneficial for both parties involved, plants provide carbohydrates (碳水化合物) to the funguses and in exchange, the funguses aid in gathering water and providing nutrients to its partnering plant.A study conducted by Rensen Zeng of theSouthChinaAgriculturalUniversityfound that this also allowed for plants to warn one another of potential harm. The study showed Broad Beans used the fungal network to spy on one another for upcoming danger.Like our Internet, this fungal connectivity is also full of crime. Some plants, such as Golden Marigolds have been found to release poisons into the network to slow down the growth of surrounding plants in the fight for water and light. Other plants, such as the Phantom Orchid, do not have the chlorophyll (叶绿素) and must get the necessary nutrients from surrounding plants.Research suggests that animals such as insects and worms may be able to detect slight exchanges of nutrients through the network, allowing them to more easily find delicious roots to feed on; however, this has not been conclusively made clear in experimentation. The more we learn about this phenomenon, the more our understanding of the plant life of our planet will continue to change. Perhaps one day, we may be able to map out these complex networks entirely.12. What is the function of the first paragraph?A.To explain the aim of the web.B. To introduce the main topic.C. To give definition of diverse life.D. To show the importance of plants.13. The criminal behavior of plants can be seen as a way to________.A. compete for survivalB. gather more waterC. take in sunlightD. break natural rules14. What does the last paragraph suggest?A. Animals can also feed on the fungus.B. Nutrient exchanges are too slight to detect.C. No experiment can prove the phenomenon.D. More needs to be done to work out the network.15. Which can be the best title for the text?A. The Partnership between PlantsB. The Unknown Roots of the EarthC. The Superhighway Linking the PlantsD. The Mysterious Map Changing the World第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
北京市一零一中学2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题(含解析)
北京市一零一中学2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题（含解析）第一节听力（20 分）略第二节完形填空（共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，共 30 分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Counting the votes took about five minutes, but it seemed like an hour for me. Captain of the cheerleaders is quite an hon or. At least that’s what I was ___1___ .As Coach Maguire appeared, all eyes zeroed in ___2___ her.“Girls,” she began. “It’s my pleasure to announce that Terry Shaw has been elected Captain of the cheerleading team.” A great cheer was heard throughout the gym.How ___3___ this be? I hadn’t ___4___ a practice, or a game, in the three years. Was everyone blind? Didn’t they realize that I had worked three years to ___5___ the title?All the way home, I sobbed. The next morning, I held my uniform close to me. I knew I couldn’t ___6___. As heartbroken as I was, my true love was ___7___ with my teammates.How very ___8___ it was to go to that first practice after Terry had been named captain. When I arrived, Terry asked me if I had any ideas on how to improve our routines and talked about how we could make the team better. We? Was she kidding? I just wanted to ___9___ her and she kept making it harder and harder for me to do that. It wasn’t just that she showed interest in me—her interest was warm and ___10___.Terry always made sure to ___11___ me when discussing changes in our routine and eventually I ___12___ myself and we grew to be very closefriends.At the end of the year, the annual Sports Award Banquet was organized. We decorated the hall, talking about all the good times we had ___13___ during our last year together. I just wanted to ___14___ that moment in time.Later in the evening we arrived and listened as the various trophies were awarded to the most valuable player of each sports team. Of course the team captains all received trophies too. With great ___15___ I cheered for Terry.Just as Terry walked off the stage, Coach Maguire stepped up to the microphone again and announced that there was one final trophy to be awarded. The cheerleading “Spirit Award” would now be presented to the girl who showed the most dedicated ___16___.When I heard my name announced I imagined I was as ___17___ Terry was coming toward me. We hugged each other, and Terry whispered, “Nobody ___18___ this more than you.”Terry never knew that quitting was all I had on my mind the day she was named captain. She read the ___19___ in my shallow words of congratulations and embraced me in spite of myself, planting tiny seeds of kindness and respect. From her effort grew a ___20___ that, to this day, I hold close to my heart.1. A. expecting B. offering C. regretting D. designing2. A. for B. on C. with D. about3. A. dared B. would C. might D. could4. A. watched B. accepted C. missed D. followed5. A. hold B. earn C. give D. defend6. A. quit B. delay C. practice D. reply7. A. competing B. studying C. cheering D.communicating8. A. hard B. pleasant C. normal D. unforgettable9. A. persuade B. inspire C. frighten D. hate10. A. wide B. genuine C. proper D. funny11. A. teach B. praise C. control D. include12. A. punished B. hid C. overcame D. embarrassed13. A. wasted B. shared C. needed D. found14. A. freeze B. recall C. spare D. choose15. A. confidence B. politeness C. enthusiasm D.curiosity16. A. effort B. trust C. memory D.attention17. A. nervous B. shocked C. determined D. proud18. A. doubts B. completes C. deserves D. requires19. A. admiration B. sympathy C. courage D. disappointment20. A. belief B. challenge C. promise D.friendship【答案】1. A 2. B 3. D 4. C 5. B 6. A 7. C 8. A 9.D 10. B 11. D 12. C 13. B 14. A 15. C 16. A 17. B18. C 19. D 20. D【解析】【分析】这是一篇记叙文。
北京市2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题A卷
第一学期期中考试联考高二英语（A卷）（本试卷满分共130分，考试时间120分钟）一、听力理解（共20小题，30分。
每小题1.5分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，共7.5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话你将听一遍。
1. How much did the man pay for the shirt?A. $30.B. $35.C. $40.2. When will the man have his next driving lesson?A. On Friday.B. On Saturday.C. On Monday.3. Which petrol station will the woman go to?A. The one next to the bridge.B. The one around the corner.C. The one opposite the cinema.4. Why does the man come back late?A. He was stuck in a traffic jam.B. He did homework at John’s house.C. He played football with his friends.5. What is the weather like for the man’s holiday?A. B. C.第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）听下面4段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几道小题，从每题所给的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5秒钟的时间阅读每小题。
听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白你将听两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6. What’s the woman doing?A. Giving suggestions.B. Making comments.C. Asking for information.7. What’s the woman probably going to do?A. Give a performance.B. Go to the Peking Opera.C. Study traditional music.听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
2019-2020学年北京101中学高二上学期期末考试英语试题 解析版
北京101中学2019-2020学年上学期高二年级期末考试英语试卷本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分。
考试分数共120分。
考试时间100分钟。
第I卷 (共72分)第一部分:听力理解(共20小题；每小题1分，共20分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1分，共5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的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。
每段对话你将听一遍。
1.【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】Where does the man come from?A. Britain.B. Australia.C. America.【答案】C【解析】【原文】此题为听力题，解析略。
2.【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】What is the woman looking for?A. Her cellphone.B. Her car key.C. Her book.【答案】B【解析】【原文】此题为听力题，解析略。
3.【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】When will they meet?A. At 4:00 pm.B. At 4:30 pm.C. At 7:00 pm. 【答案】B【解析】【原文】此题为听力题，解析略。
4.【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】Which kind of membership does the man pick?A. One-month membership.B. Three-month membership.C. Six-month membership.【答案】A【解析】【原文】此题为听力题，解析略。
5.【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】What does Anna do?A. A singer.B. A musician.C. A student.【答案】C【解析】【原文】此题为听力题，解析略。
2019-2020学年北京101中学高三英语上学期期中试题及参考答案
2019-2020学年北京101中学高三英语上学期期中试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AIf you are looking for recommendations on biographies(传记) that will educate you, comedies that will make your belly ache or stories that present the unique challenges women face every day, read on.“Pride and Prejudice”by Jane AustenA classic thatnever gets old. Set in ruralEnglandin the early 19th century, this tale centers around the Bennet family, a family of five daughters and their two parents who are desperate to find at least one of the daughters a wealthy match. Austen’s story focuses on the tension between marrying for love instead of just for power and fame, and also the unique pressure on women to find financial security by way of marriage at the time.“Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the WorldWomen in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World”by Rachel IgnotofskyIt is a sweetly illustrated and educational book that highlights the contributions of 50 women in the fields of technology, science, engineering and mathematics, from present day all the way back to 360 AD.“Good Night Stories for Rebel GirlsGood Night Stories for Rebel Girls”by Elena FavilliIt tells the stories of female heroes from years ago and present day. With color1 portraits and biographies that are short and sweet, this book is a page-turner for anyone wanting to learn about influential women in the past and present.“Becoming”by Michelle ObamaWe wouldn’t be able to write this list without including Michelle Obama’s memoir. “Becoming” has the former FLOTUS discussing her childhood, family, motherhood, her own FLOTUS impact, the pressures of being part of the first Black family in the White House and balancing her public life now. And of course she writes all about meeting her husband and the many unique challenges they faced too.1. What didthe Bennetsintend to do?A.To marry their daughters to rich men.B.To lessen pressure on their daughters.C. To help their daughters marry for true love.D. To make their daughters financially independent.2. Whose book will attract a teen interested in science?A. Jane Austen’s.B.Rachel Ignotofsky’s.C.Elena Favilli’s.D.Michelle Obama’s.3.What do the four books have in common?A.They are all classics.B.They are all biographies.C.They are all related to the female.D. They are all about heroes.BThis year researchers expect the world to snap 1.35 trillion photographs, or about 3.7 billion per day. All those pixels (像素) take up a lot of room if they are stored on personal computers or s phones, which is one reason why many people store their images in the cloud. But unlike a hard on drive which can be encrypted to protect its data, cloud storage users have to trust that a tech platform will keep their private pictures safe. Now a team of Columbia University computer scientists has developed a tool to encrypt (加密) images stored on many popular cloud services while allowing authorized users to browse and display their photographs as usual.Malicious (恶意的) attempts to access or leak cloud-based photographs can expose personal information. In November 2019, for example, a bug in the popular photograph storage app Google Photos mistakenly shared some users' private videos with strangers. Security experts also worry about employees at cloud storage companies on purpose accessing users' images.So the Columbia researchers came up with a system called Easy Secure Photos (ESP), which they presented at a recent conference. “We wanted to see if we could make it possible to encrypt data while using existing services,” says computer scientist Jason Nieh, one of the developers of ESP. “Everyone wants to stay with Google Photos and not have to register on a new encrypted-image cloud storage service.”To overcome this problem, they created a tool that preserves blocks of pixels but moves them around to effectively hide the photograph. First, ESP's algorithm (算法) divides a photograph into three separate files, each one containing the image's red, green or blue color1 data. Then the system hides the pixel blocks around among these three files (allowing a block from the red file, for instance, to hide out in the green or blue ones). But the program does nothing within the pixel blocks, where all the image processing happens. As a result, the files remain unchanged images but end up looking like grainy black-and-white ones to anyone who accesses them without the decryption (解密) key.4. What's probably the main purpose for people to store images in the cloud?A. To save storage room.B. To make photos beautiful.C. To try a new storage way.D. To keep their privacy safe.5. Why might employees in cloud storage companies be distrusted by experts?A. They sell users' passwords.B. They have invented new tools.C. They often let out personal information.D. They may steal a glance at users' images.6. What's the advantage of ESP?A. It can provide clear images.B. It can decrease the upload time.C. It can classify images automatically.D. It can encrypt data on the original platform.7. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about?A. Method of decryption.B. Image-processing technique.C. Separate files of images.D. Data analysisof color1 s.CTexas has been one of the most restrictive gun-rights states in America.Thanks to a new law,however,the state will be one of the most relaxed,to the degree that police are discouraged from even asking about someone's guns. And if they do, they may not have much power to do anything if the person refuses to show a license.To be sure, the law is strict in its own way,offering a model for regulation. Under the law, open-carry citizens have to be licensed, a process that includes safety and shooting tests. They also have to show no prior psychological problems, and they have to be at least 21 years old.It is true that gun violence dropped sharply after restrictive laws were put in place in countries like Great Britain and Australia. However,the US public seems more interested than ever in weapons and the power they convey,despite gun control groups' concern over the increase of violence. Most states in America have steadily expanded gun rights since the end of a 10-year assault(攻击)weapons ban in 2004. Black Friday this year saw the biggest gun cache(贮存)ever purchased in one day.Considering those trends,there's a heated debate about whether the new Texas law is a model piece of legislation(立法)for a changing America,or a walking disaster just begging for trouble. As the law doesn't provide any punishment for those who refuse to show a license to a police officer, critics fear that officers may find it tough to handle potentially deadly situations. After all, armed citizens will no longer be considered suspicious,even though a lot of people might be alarmed by the sight. Most police in Texas have been told to not engage gun carriers unless they are doing something questionable or appear drunk.For sure,New Year's Day will be an exciting one for Texas gun owners. What's not yet known is how the rest of Texas will respond.8. All of the following are required in the new Texas law for open carry EXCEPTA. age limitB. mental conditionC. online registrationD. gun-operating skills9. What is mainly talked about in Paragraph 3?A. The reason for putting forward the new Texas law.B. The present situation of gun possession in America.C. The impact of the assault weapons ban in 2004.D. The inaction of the US government as to gun control.10. What do critics think the new Texas law will probably lead to?A. Heavier workload for policemen.B. Disrespect for officers.C. Lack of trust among citizens.D. Difficulty in crime prevention.11. What is the author's attitude towards the new Texas law?A. Negative.B. Cautious.C. Indifferent.D. Approving.DSaroo Brierley, a 4-year-old boy, livedin ruralIndia. One day, he played with his brother along the rail line and fell asleep. When he woke up, he found himself alone. So he got on the train in front of him to search for his brother.That train took him a thousand miles across the country to a totally strange city. He lived on the streets, and then in an orphanage (孤儿院), where he was adopted by an Australian family and taken to Tasmania.Brierley is a famous writer now, and in his new book,A Long Way Home, he wrote he couldn’t help but wonder about his hometown back inIndia. He remembered landmarks, but since he didn’t know his town’s name, finding a small neighborhood in a vast country seemed impossible.Then he found a digital mapping program. He spent years searching for his hometown in the program’s satellite pictures. In 2011, he came across something familiar. He studied it and realized he was looking at a town’s central business district from a bird’s-eye view. He thought, “On the right-hand side you should see the three-platform train station”—and there it was. “And on the left-hand side you should see a big fountain”—and there it was. Everything matched!Standing in front of the house where he grew up as a child, he saw a lady standing at the entrance. It took him a few seconds but he finally remembered what she used to look like.In an interview Brierley says, “My mother came forth and walked forward, and I walked forward, my eyes filled with tears and my brain blank. I just didn’t know what to say, because I never thought seeing my mother would ever come true. And here I am, standing in front of her.”12. Why did Brierley get on the train when he was a little boy?A. To go back to his home.B. To look for his brother.C. To travel toTasmania.D. To follow a stranger.13. What made it difficult for Brierley to find his hometown?A. The vast area ofIndia.B. The fact that he was nobody then.C. His not remembering the town’s name.D. The distance betweenAustraliaand his hometown.14. How did Brierley find his hometown?A. By studying digital maps.B. By analyzing old pictures.C. By travelling all aroundIndia.D. By spreading his story via his book.15. What’s the best title of the passage?A. Love for MotherB. Union with BrotherC. Memory of HometownD. Long Way back Home第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
北京101中学2020-2021学年高二上学期期末考试英语试卷(含嵌入听力音频)
北京101中学2020-2021学年上学期高二年级期末考试英语试卷（考试时间：100分钟，试卷满分：120分）第一部分：听力理解（共三节，共20分）第一节（共5 小题；每小题1分，共5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话你将听一遍。
例：What is the man going to read?A. A newspaper.B. A magazine.C. A book.答案是A。
1. What does the woman like to do best?A. Watching movies.B. Shopping.C. Reading.2. Where is the boy’s jacket?A. In the hall.B. On the school bus.C. In the school bag.3. What are the speakers going to do on Saturday?A. Study for history lesson.B. Go to the beach.C. Play basketball.4. What is the woman mainly talking about?A. Her interest.B. Her job.C. Her health.5. What is the woman doing?A. Giving advice.B. Asking for help.C. Making an introduction.第二节（共10 小题；每小题1分，共10分）听下面4段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从每题所给的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5秒钟的时间阅读每小题。
听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
2019-2020学年北京101中学高三英语上学期期中试题及答案
2019-2020学年北京101中学高三英语上学期期中试题及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项A4 Best Drive--In Movie Theaters in the USColorado: Holiday Twin Drive--InAddress: 2206 S Overland Trail, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USAPhone: +1 970-221-1244The theater, open since 1968 and currently the most popular drive-in in the US, provides various special foods. The menu there even amazes meat-free customers. But please remember the outside food is forbidden here. Besides, the Rocky Mountains provide a pastoral (田园式的) backdrop to screenings, and sunsets usually don’t disappoint either. It also offers lots of unique events that go beyond the big screen.North Carolina: Hound’s Drive--InAddress: 114 Raven Cir, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USAPhone: +1 704-739-4424Having only opened in 2016, it’s one of the newest theaters on the block. The drive-in features newer equipment and digital projection. People can bring their animal friends along.Florida: Fort Lauderdale Swap ShopAddress: 3291 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, USAPhone: +1 954-791-7927The Florida favorite offers plenty ofways to have fun. With 14 screens, the self-proclaimed (自称的) world’s largest drive-in equals any indoor cinema in terms of capacity and programming. It also includes an 88-acre flea (跳蚤) market and a free Ferrari museum. It’s best to book tickets on the Internet ahead of time if you don’t want to wait in line.California: Mission Tiki Drive -InAddress: 10798 Ramona Ave, Montclair, CA 91763, USAPhone: +1 909-628-0511Let’s have fun in the old-school outdoor cinema in Montclair, California. Remember tickets are available at the ticket office only. It alternates (交替) up to eight new releases on four screens and hosts almost daily swapmeets where people can exchange things they no longer need. It also organizes classic car and lowrider meet-ups.1.What can people do in Holiday Twin Drive-In?A.Participate in somespecial activities.B.Enjoy the film with the latest equipment.C.Learn about the benefits of being meat free.D.Share home-made cookies while watching the film.2.Which of the following theaters is friendly to visitors with pets?A.Hound’s Drive- In.B.Mission Tiki Drive-In.C.Holiday Twin Drive-In.D.Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop.3.What do Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop and Mission Tiki Drive-In have in common?A.Both feature old-fashioned styles.B.Both allow booking tickets online.C.Both provide free museum exhibitions.D.Both offer chances to trade second-hand goods.BBob, a Burroughs junior high school football player, always had his mom cheering him on. He didn’t play exciting positions. He played as a linebacker(中后卫球员). Sadly, he often found himself at the bottom of the piles, where everyone would jump onto each other at the end of every play. Bob's mom realized it was hard for her son to hear her cheering. She hadto find a solution, but couldn't find one.Then one day the coach from the school team asked him if he wanted to join the team. Bob wasecstatic, because he was only a ninth grader. His mom was also excited, since she loved football and especially loved watching her son play. She kept considering a way for him to hear her. A cowbell! That was it. Now from the bottom of the piles Bob would hear his mom shaking her cowbell crazily, knowing she was there for him.Bob's team finally made it to the state championship game. What exciting time to play at Busch Stadium under the lights! This experience made Bob appreciate all the years that his mom had sacrificed everything to get him to practice every day, to wash his uniforms, and to never miss a game. He had to do something.On the night of the state championship game, the loudspeakers introduced Bob, and as he walked onto the field his mom shook the cowbell, hard. However, it didn’t sound right. She looked its inside, and found a note saying,”Thank you, Mom.” Bob had left her a note expressing his appreciation for always being with him, filling her heart with warmth.Finally Burroughs claimed the title of State Champion. While others were cheering and admiring the state championship cup, Bob' s mom clutched(紧握) her cowbell happily.Years later, Bob’s mom died. While digging through her belongings, he found the cowbell with the note. Bob took it to his mom's funeral and rang it, whispering, "Thank you, Mom.”4. What does the underlined word "ecstatic” mean in Paragraph 2?A. CuriousB. DisappointedC. AnxiousD. Delighted5. Why did Bob's mom want to get a cowbell?A. To amuse her cow.B. To teach her cowC. To attract his attention.D. To make him hear her6. What can be learned from Paragraph 3?A. Bob's mom devoted much time to himB. Bob was the best player in his teamC. Bob owed his success to his coachD. Bob's mom was a football player at college7. Why didn’t the cowbell sound as usual that night?A. The mother was very weak.B. Bob had put a note inside the bell.C. The weather became terrible suddenlyD. The bell had been broken deliberates.CWater keeps us alive. When it runs out, we have a problem.About one out of four people on the planet are facing a shortage of water. Seventeen countries around the world are dealing with high-water stress. This means they are using almost all the water they have access to. Many are dry countries. Some waste much of their water. Some may currently use too much of their groundwater that they should be saving. Several big cities face acute shortages. These include Sao Paulo, Brazil; Chennai, India; and Cape Town, South Africa. A year ago, Cape Town faced nay Zero-the day when all its dams would he dry.Climate change adds to the risk of water shortages. Rainfall is less steady. The water supply becomes less reliable. The days grow hotter. More water evaporates(蒸发)from lakes and rivers even as demand for water increases. By 2030, the number of cities in the high-stress category may have risen to 45 and include almost 470million people.All over the world, farmers compete with city residents for water. Rich urban places, such as Los Angeles, use too much water for pools and golf courses. But the worst problem is the growth of cities. Bangalore, India, for example, had a few years with little rain. It built over its many lakes or filled them with city waste. The lakes are no longer the rain water storage tanks they once were. Bangalore now imports water. A lot of the imported water, however, gets lost on the way to Bangalore.To address this issue, what can be done? First, cities can plug leaks in their water distribution system. Wastewater can be recycled. Rain can be harvested and saved for hard times. Lakes and wetlands can be cleaned up and old wells can be restored. And farmers can switch from water-intensive crops like rice to less-thirsty crops like millet(小米).Experts are looking at ways to reduce the number of people on the planet. They are looking at ways to reduce the size of cities. They are looking for ways to encourage people, factories and farmers to use less water.8. What can we know from Paragraph 2?A. A quarter of the world's population is living with water shortages.B. Nearly all countries are facing acute water shortages now.C. Underground water should he used to meet the water demand.D. Measures have been taken to deal with the water shortage in India.9. What is the main idea of the third paragraph?A. Rainfall is not as steady as before.B. Climate change may lead to water shortages.C. The water supply relies more on rainfall.D. Hotter weather changes the water demand.10. What can farmers do to deal with water shortage?A. Plug leaks in the water distribution system.B. Clean up lakes and wetlands and restore wells.C. Reduce the number of people in the cities.D. Grow less-water consumption crops instead.11. What will be discussed if the passage continues?A. How to prevent from climate change.B. How to inspire people to save water.C. How to recycle wastewater in citiesD. How to make people get access to clean water.DA lot of us lose life’s tough battles by starting a frontal attack—when a touch of humor might well enable us to win．Consider the case of a young friend of mine，who hita traffic jam on his way to work shortly after receiving an ultimatum about beinglate on the job．Although there was a good reason for Sam’s a being late—serious illnessat home—he decided that this by-now-familiar excuse wouldn’t work any longer．His supervisor was probably already pacing up and down preparing a dismissal speech．Yes，the boss was．Sam entered the office at 9：35．The place was as quiet as a locker room；everyone was hard at work．Sam’s supervisor came up to him．Suddenly，Sam forced a grin and stretched out his hand．“How do you do！” he said．“I’m Sam Maynard．I’m applying for a job，which，I understand，became available just 35 minutes ago．Does the early bird get the worm？”The room exploded in laughter．The supervisor“clamped off”a smile and walked back to his office．Sam Maynard had saved his job—with the only tool that could win，a laugh．Humor is a most effective，yet frequently neglected，means of handling the difficult situations in our lives．It can be used for patching up differences，apologizing，saying “no”，criticizing，getting the other fellow to do what you want without his losingface．For some jobs，it’s the only tool that can succeed．It is a way to discuss subjects so sensitive that serious dialog may start a quarrel．For example，many believe that comedians on television are doing more today for racial and religious tolerancethan people in any other forum．12. Why was Sam late for his job？A. Because he was ill．B. Because he got up late．C. Because he was caught in a traffic jam．D. He was busy applying for a new job．13. The main idea of this passage is ________．A. Sam Maynard saved his job with humorB. humor is important in our livesC. early bird gets the wormD. humor can solve racial discriminations14. The phrase “clamped off” in Paragraph 3 means ________．A tried to hold back B. tried to setC. chargedD. gave out15. Which of the following statements can we infer from the passage？A. Many lose life’s battles for they are lacking in a sense of humor．B. It wasn’t the first time that Sam came late for his work．C. Sam was supposed to come to his office at 8：30．D. Humor is the most effective way of solving problems．第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020届北京101中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案
2020届北京101中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项APersonal Time Off(PTO)is something my wife and I created after having kids. We learned that，over time，a full life can leave little time for personal rest and for reflection，hanging out with friends，or just being“off. ”So，after a number of years，we make a change. If I can persuade you to take your own PTO，then these might help.■Schedule itFirst of all，one of our favorite family sayings is“schedule it. ”Sounds easy enough，but life gets complicated managing full-time work and full-time family. Put yourPTO time on the calendar and you make it a real thing.■Be flexible and strictIf you can schedule PTO at the same time each week，then all the better. Because our calendar can get rather full，flexibility in scheduling becomes a necessity. But being strict in actually taking the time each week is more important. Skipping it once makes it easier to skip again.■Take enough timeMy typical PTO lasts a couple of hours or longer. Sometimes it might be half the day depending on what I’m doing. The goal is to spend enough time away to1et your shoulders drop.■Do what you want to doRemember，PTO time is about personal time to do what you want to do，not what you have to do. PTO time is about relaxation. Grab a friend and get a beer. Work can wait until tomorrow.1.What can be the first step to take the PTO?A.Persuade the family.B.Have a personal rest.C.Ask friends for advice.D.Make a time plan.2.What does the underlined part“let your shoulders drop”probably mean?A.Get you more focused.B.Have you feel relaxed.C.Shake your shoulders often.D.Make you feel more stressed.3.What does the text mainly talk about?A.Tips on how to take your time offB.Skills to manage work and familyC.Advice on how to free yourselfD.Ways of scheduling your workBAs summer approaches, many kids and teenagers may find that they have more time in hand. One great way to make use of the extra time is to go on an adventure and travel. Clearly, I am not a naturally adventurous person, but I have found that takingthe risk and challenging myself to explore and travel to unfamiliar places can be a very rewarding experience.Because I am usually quite busy during the school year, most of my travels take place during the summer. Over the past few summers, I have hiked in the Grand Canyon, explored Niagara Falls, and camped out in upstate New York. Although these experiences are varied, they are similar in that they instill (灌输) a sense of appreciation for nature and a more balanced view on life. When I hiked in the Grand Canyon, for example, I was in awe(敬畏) of the geological influences that shaped the canyon.Adventures, of course, are not limited to hiking. There are many other choices, such as camping, volunteering in a foreign environment and travelling to different countries. In my opinion, adventures are more enjoyable with family or a few friends. There is a sense of bonding that one only gets through spending time together in outdoor adventures. For example, when I was in Boy Scouts, I often went on weekend camping trips with my friends. When I came back from a Boy Scouts camping trip, I often was eager to go outside more and explore the parks and nature around me.Next fall, I will attend college. In the meantime though, I hope to make the most of my summer to explore and travel. Now, I am planning on hiking and camping out in Maine.When I visited Maine last fall, I was amazed by how beautiful it was and the tall trees and coasts that exist, and I really hope to enjoy the beauty of nature there this summer.4. We can learn from the first paragraph about the author?A. He is an adventurous person by natureB. He likes challenging himself by travellingC. He enjoys travelling with other adventurersD He needs others’ help when going on an adventure5. Which of the following can make people’s adventure more enjoyable according to the author？A. Going to different countries.B. Going to unfamiliar places.C. Travelling withtheir family or friends.D. Travelling to distant places by themselves.6. What will the author do this summer？A. Explore Niagara Falls.B. Hike in the Grand Canyons.C. Camp out in upstate New York.D. Hike and camp out in Maine.7. Who is probably the author?A. A high school student.B. A college student.C. A friendly guide.D. A warm-hearted teacher.CNowadays organic food hasbecome a fashion. Organic food sales reached a record of $ 45.2 billion in 2017, making it one of the fastest-growing parts of American agriculture. Some people may buy organic food for these reasons like resource cycling and biodiversity, but most people may choose organic food because they think it's healthier. While a small number of studies have shown relationships between eating organic food and reducing risks of being ill, no studies, up to now, have answered the question whether eating organic food can improve health.According to the United States Department of Agriculture(USDA), organic food does not suggest anything about health. In 20155 Miles McEvoy, then chief of the National Organic Program for the USDA, refused to admit any health benefits of organic food, saying the question has nothing to do with the National Organic Program. Instead, the USDA thinks that organic refers to a production method that increases cycling of resources keeps ecological balance, and protects biodiversity.I'm an environmental health scientist who has spent over 20 years studying pesticides that do harm to human beings. Several years ago, I was part of the study on whether an organic diet can reduce pesticide exposure. This study focused on a group of pesticides which have always been harmful to children's brain development. We found that children who ate traditional diets had nine times higher exposure to these pesticides than children who ate organic diets.Last month, I published a small study that suggested a path forward to answering the question whether eating organic food actually improves health. My study got a lot of attention. While the results were novel, they didn't answer the big question. As I toldThe New York Timesin 2003, “What does this really mean for the safety ofmy kids? But we don't know. Nobody does. It was true then, and it's still true now.”8. Why do most people prefer to buy organic food?A. For its health benefits.B. For biodiversity.C. For its delicious taste.D. For resource cycling.9. What does the USDA suggest about organic food?A. It can improve people's health.B. It is produced in an environment-friendly way.C. It can reduce risks of being ill.D. It has nothing to do with the National Organic Program.10. What can be concluded from the author's study?A. Pesticides don't harm children's brain.B. Traditional diets benefit people's health.C. Organic diets can reduce pesticide exposure.D. The results are meaningful to children's safety.11. What is the best title for the text?A.What Is Organic Food?B. Is Organic Food Healthier?C. How Should We Avoid Pesticides?D. What Are the Benefits of Organic Food?DIn recent years,people have been focusing on the quality of food that children are fed in schools. Former First Lady Michelle Obama worked hard to make school lunches healthier, resulting in new menus that featured less fat and salt, more fruits and vegetables.But high-quality nutrients count for little when there is no time to eat them. Amy Ettinger reports, "There is no national standard on how much time kids get to eat that meal. " And with schools being occupied with test scores, teachers are using every available minute for lesson time, which often leaves kids without enough eating time.This is a problem because the length of the school lunch period is a key factor (因素) in how much nutrition children actually gel. Research has found that having less than 20 minutes for lunch results in children consuming much less of their lunch than those with more than 20 minutes.This is really terrible. For many low-income kids, that cafeteria lunch can represent half their daily energy intake. There's also another terrible message that it's acceptable to wolf down food as fast as possible before rushing off to your next class. Cafeteria time should be a chance to interact with friends, to learn important social skills, to observe and share varieties of food. It should be a break in day, a chance to relax before heading into the afternoon.As Ettinger explains,some parents are hoping the National Parent Teacher Association will address this issue.This, in turn, would help parents push their kids' schools for better lunch time standards. Meanwhile, if you have a kid in this situation, you can help by packing a healthy lunch to spare them the cafeteria lineup. Make the foods easy to eat, provide non-messy snacks that can be eaten in class, put great effort into serving a hearty breakfast, and sit down as a family for dinner whenever possible.12. What did Michelle Obama make efforts to improve?A. The quality of school lunches.B. The performance of school kids.C. The school lunch time kids have.D. The eating habits of school kids.13. What happens to children in American schools?A. They are occupied with many tests.B. They fail to get along with each other.C. They consume more meat than before.D. They have less lunch time than before.14. How are low-income kids influenced by the problem at school?A. They can't go to classes on time.B. They can't have enough energy.C. They can't share different kinds of food.D. They can't hold a positive attitude toward life.15.What can parents do to solve the problem?A. Prepare a better lunch for their kids.B. Stop their kids going to the cafeteria.C. Force schools to make adjustments to lunch.D. Guide their kids on how to pack their own lunch.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
北京市2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题B卷
第一学期期中考试联考高二英语（B卷）考试时间：100分钟一、听力理解（共20小题，30分。
）第一节：听下面八段对话或独白，从各题A、B、C三个选项中，选出能回答问题的最佳答案。
每段对话或独白你将听两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第1题。
1. Where was the man born?A. In France.B. In America.C. In Poland.听下面一段对话，回答第2题。
2. Where does the conversation take place?A. In a hotel.B. In a hospital.C. In a police station.听下面一段对话，回答第3题。
3. What’s the relationship between the two speakers?A. Teacher and student.B. Doctor and patient.C. Customer and saleswoman.听下面一段对话，回答第4题至第5题。
4. What does the man do now?A. A lawyer.B. A policeman.C. A driver.5. What does the man think of his job?A. Boring.B. Dangerous.C. Helpful.听下面一段对话，回答第6题至第7题。
6. What’s the woman doing?A. Giving suggestions.B. Making comments.C. Asking for information.7. What’s the woman going to do?A. Give a performance.B. Watch a Chinese Opera.C. Talk about traditional music.听下面一段对话，回答第8题至第10题。
2020-2021学年北京101中学高三英语期中试题及参考答案
2020-2021学年北京101中学高三英语期中试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AThe last thing Caitlin Hipp would have expected as she prepared to turn 28 years old was to be living at homewith her parents. But through working as a part-time skating instructor and restaurant server, she isn't able to earn enough to live anywhere other than home.To some degree, multigenerational households have always been a part of American life. However, the number of young adults who have been moving back in with their parents — or never leaving home in the first place — has been growing steadily.UBS Financial Services released a report that even suggests one reason for the growing number of young adultsstill living at home could be that their family doesn't want them to leave.The report shows that 74 percent of millennials (千禧一代)get some kind of financial support from their parents after college. It finds that millennials have redefined the ties that connect parents and children. Millennials see their parents as peers,friends and instructors. Nearly three quarters talked with their parents more than once a week during college. In return, their parents happily provide financial support well into adulthood, helping fund everything for them.Stuart Hoffman, chief economist for the PNC Financial Services Group in theUS, said the number of young adults striking out on their own fell during the Great Recession. Although job growth for millennials since 2014 has improved, that doesn't necessarily mean that millennials are starting to fly the nest. He said, “They may like living at home and being able to save money.“ There's no doubt it has held back household formation and purchases of things people spend money on related to household formation and perhaps related to child-raising," Hoffman explained. "But they are probably traveling more and eating out more if they don't have a house expense or marriage. I don't know if it represents a change in moral values. But it's much more common for adult children to live in their parents’ homes because it's becoming part of the culture.1. What can we learn from the UBS Financial Services' report?A. Millennials are on good terms with their parents.B. Millennials are financially independent after college.C. Parents are unwilling to give their young adults allowance.D. Parents want their kids to stay with them forever.2. What does Hoffman think of young adults' living at home?A. It increases the consumption of household products.B. It may continue despite job growth.C. It is a sign of shift in moral values.D. It is new in American culture.3. What is the author's purpose of writing this passage?A. To introduce millennials' living habits.B. To stress the importance of financial independence.C. To explain why American young adults still live at home.D. To inform people of a social trend in theUS.BDolores Huerta has worked hard most of her life to help other people. She has helped change things so that others can have a better life.Dolores grew up in California. She was a good student and liked school. After she finished high school, she went to college and studied to be a teacher. After college, she became a teacher. Dolores noticed that many of her students were not getting enough food to eat. Some of them wore very old clothes. Dolores wondered how she could help them.Dolores liked teaching but she decided to quit her job so that she could spend more time helping her students and their families. One thing she wanted to do was to get more pay for their parents, farm workers. Thus they could buy their children what they needed.Dolores knew that many farm workers moved often from one place to another to help pick different kinds of fruits and vegetables, like grapes and tomatoes. She began talking and writing about these workers. Even people who lived far from California read what Dolores wrote. Getting higher pay for the farm workers was not easy. Dolores worked hard to make sure that farm workers got fair pay for their work. She knew that nothing would change unless new laws were made to help the workers. Through all her hard work, new laws were passed that gave farm workers fair pay.Dolores Huerta has worked for more than 30 years in many different ways to make life better for working people. She has shown how much one person can change things.4. What did Dolores find about her students?A. They worked hard to make a living.B. They lived far away from schools.C. They had little time to play.D. They were hungry sometimes.5. Why did Dolores stop teaching?A. She wished to be a lawyer.B. She moved to another place.C. She wanted to help her students more.D. She got little money by teaching.6. Thanks to Dolores’ great effort, the farm workers ________.A. got better jobsB. got fair payC. had more time offD. had a settled way of life7. What is the main idea of the passage?A. One person can make big changes.B. One can change their jobs often.C. One person can work hard for others.D. One can make life better by themselves.CElizabeth Spelke, a cognitive psychologist at Harvard, has spent her career testing the world’s most complex learning system-the mind of a baby. Babies might seem like no match for artificial intelligence (AI). They are terrible at labeling images, hopeless at mining text, and awful at video games. Then again, babies can do things beyond the reach of any AI. By just a few months old, they’ve begun to grasp the foundations of language, such as grammar. They’ve started to understand how to adapt to unfamiliar situations.Yet even experts like Spelke don’t understand precisely how babies or adults learn. Consider one of the most impressive examples of AI, Alpha Zero, a programme that plays board games with superhuman skill. After playing thousands of games against itself at a super speed, and learning from winning positions, Alpha Zero independently discovered several famous chess strategies and even invented new ones. It certainly seems like a machineeclipsinghuman cognitive abilities. But Alpha Zero needs to play millions more games than a person during practice to learn a game. Most importantly, it cannot take what it has learned from the game and apply it to another area.To some AI experts, that calls for a new approach. In a November research paper, Francois Chollet, a well-known AI engineer, argued that it’s misguided to measure machine intelligence just according to its skills at specific tasks. “Humans don’t start out with skills; they start out with a broad ability to acquire new skills,” he says.“What a strong human chess player is demonstrating is not only the ability to play chess, but the potential to fulfill any task of a similar difficulty.”8. Compared to an advanced AI programme, a baby might be better at ________.A playing games B. identifying locations C. labeling pictures D. making adjustments9. What does the underlined word “eclipsing” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A. Imitating.B. Beating.C. Limiting.D. Promoting.10. According to the text, Francois Chollet may agree that ________.A. AI is good at completing certain assignments.B. AI is likely to gain abilities with less training.C. AI lacks the ability of acquiring specific skills.D. AI performs better than humans in cognitive ability.11. Whichwould be the best title for this passage?A. What is exactly intelligence?B. Why is modern AI advanced?C. Where is human intelligence going?D. How do humans face the challenge of AI?DHappiness is not a warm phone, according to anew study exploring the link between young life satisfaction and screen time. The study was led by professor of psychology Jean M. Twenge at San Diego State University (SDSU).To research this link, Twenge, along with colleagues Gabrielle Martin at SDSU and W. Keith Campbell at the University of Georgia, dealt with data from the Monitoring the Future (MtF) study, a nationally representative survey of more than a million U. S. 8th-, 10th-, and 12th-graders. The survey asked students questions about how often they spent time on their Phones, tablets and computers, as well as questions about their face-to-face social interactions and their overall happiness.On average found that teens who spent more time in front of screen devices — playing computer games, using social media, texting and video chatting — were less happy than those who invested more time in non-screen activities like sports, reading newspapers and magazines, and face-to-face social interactions."The key to digital media use and happiness is limited use," Twenge said. "Aim to spend no more than two hours a day on digital media, and try to increase the amount of time you spend seeing friends face-to-face and exercising — two activities reliably linked to greater happiness."Looking at historical trends from the same age groups since the 1990s, it's easy to find that the increase of screen devices over time happened at the same time as a general drop-off in reported happiness inU. S.teens. Specifically, young peopled life satisfaction and happiness declined sharply after 2012. That's the year when the percentage of Americans who owned a smartphone rose above 50 percent. By far the largest change in teens' lives between 2012 and 2016 was the increase in the amount of time they spent on digital media, and the following decline in in-person social activities and sleep.12. Which method did Twenge's team use for the study?A. Calculating students' happiness.B. Asking students certain questions.C. Analyzing data from a survey.D. Doing experiments on screen time.13. How does the author develop the finding of the study in paragraph 3?A. By making a comparison.B. By giving an example.C. By making an argument.D. By introducing a concept.14. What is the purpose of the last paragraph?A. To draw a conclusion from the study.B. To offer some advice to the readers.C. To prove social activities' importance.D. To support the researchers' finding.15. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Quitting Phones Equals HappinessB. Screen Time Should Be BannedC. Teens' Lives Have Changed SharplyD. Screen-addicted Teens Are Unhappier第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020年北京101中学高三英语期中试题及参考答案
2020年北京101中学高三英语期中试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AFour Best Cities to Visit in WinterCold rains, icy sidewalks and gray skies can make winter travel a trial. But here are four cities around the world that make for a great cold-weather destination:Prague,Czech RepublicWith its snow-capped spires and winding streets,Pragueis a fairytale city that remains ly tourist-free in winter.The amazing architecture looks even prettier under a sheet of snow, with one of the most beautiful areas being the old town, with its Romanesque vaults. Gas street lamps have been placed throughout the city center, adding a romantic color1 to evenings. Cafes here are ideal for escaping the bitter cold.Salzburg,AustriaWith its Christmas songs and traditional markets, this is a perfect city for a winter break. “Silent Night” was performed for the first time in thechurchofOberndorfon the border ofSalzburgon Christmas Eve in 1818.The city's main market is held in the shadow ofSalzburg'sHohensalzburgCastle, but the one held inMirabell Squareis especially popular with food lovers who come to taste local food such as halusky—pieces of dumpling mixed with fried bacon.Tromso,NorwayTromso is widely regarded asNorway's most beautiful city and is a base for spoiling the northern lights. There are several attractive museums, including thePolarMuseum, which offers an insight into the history of Arctic expeditions, and theTromsoMuseum, which is famous for its Sami exhibitions.Amsterdam,NetherlandsIn winter,Amsterdam' s museums are much less crowded, making it the time to visit attractions such as Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House. Built originally to house a circus, the Royal Carre Theater is more than 130 years old. Children will love the spectacular performances.1. What can you do inPrague?A. Enjoy the fascinating architecture.B. Taste local food halusky.C. Appreciate Sami exhibitions.D. Watch a circus performance.2. Where was “Silent Night” first performed?A. In thechurchofOberndorf.B. InHohensalzburgCastle.C. InMirabell Square.D. In the Polar Museum.3. Which city will you choose if you want to see the northern lights?A. Prague.B. Salzburg.C. Tromso.D.Amsterdam.BIt was very cold and I had been watching a homeless man make himself comfortable in a “shelter” on the river bank. His “shelter” was a tarpaulin (油布)tied to rocks to keep the wind from blowing it away. He had been living there for over a month. I never saw him with warm clothing or food. I knew what I wanted to do.When I told my parents what I wanted to do they werealarmed. They said I could be putting myself at risk, taking a box to a homeless person at night! But I knew, in my deep heart, that I would be safe.I got a box. My parents watched as I added warm gloves, a heavy blanket ... into the box until it was full! Then, I put a Christmas card on top. It said, “Even though we hardly know each other, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas!” I put ten one-dollar bills inside it as well.My father insisted he went there with me as it was 10 pm on Christmas Eve. I said he could drive me but he had to stay in the car. He agreed.I took the box and walked towards his “house”. I called, “Sir, I have a Christmas box for you!”“Go away!” he shouted.“Sir,” I repeated.“Go away!” he shouted.“Why?” I asked him.He walked over and I expected to see an angry face. Instead I saw two of the most beautiful, gentle, blue eyes I have ever seen.“Merry Christmas!” I said.“Why are you doing this?” he asked.“Because you matter to me,” I said. With that I gave him the box.Tears came to his eyes and he thanked me. I got back to the car and watched him carry the box like it was filled with gold. I didn’t want to embarrass (使困窘) him by watching him any more so Dad and I left.4. The underlined word “alarmed” can best be replaced by _____.A. pleasedB. worriedC. disappointedD. surprised5. Why did the author ask his father to stay in the car?A. Because he wanted to prove he was brave.B. Because he believed the homeless man was bad.C. Because he wanted to protect his father from being hurt.D. Because he didn’t want the homeless man to feel bad.6. When the homeless man saw the author first, he was _____.A. quite angryB. very excitedC. quite puzzledD. very curious7. The author’s purpose in writing the text is to tell readers that _____.A. it is easier said than doneB. poverty is the mother of healthC. where there is a will, there is a wayD. a willing helper doesnot wait until he is askedCEarthquakes are a natural disaster—except when they're man-made. The oil and gas industry has forcefully used the technique known as hydraulic fracturing (水力压裂法) to destroy sub-surface rock and liberate the oil and gas hiding there. But the process results in large amounts of chemical-filled waste water. Horizontal drilling (水平钻孔) for oil can also produce large amount of natural, unwanted salt water. The industry deals with this waste water by pumping it into deep wells.On Monday, the US Geological Survey published for the first time an earthquake disaster map covering both natural and “induced” quakes. The map and a report show that parts of the central United States now face a ground-shaking disaster equal to the famously unstable terrain (不稳定地形) of California.Some 7 million people live in places easily attacked by these man-made quakes, the USGS said The list of places at highest risk of man-made earthquakes includes Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Ohio and Alabama. Most of these earthquakes are ly small, in the range of magnitude (震级) 3, but some have been more powerful, including a magnitude 5.6 earthquake in 2011 in Oklahoma that was connected to waste water filling.Scientists said they do not know ifthere is an upper limit on the magnitude of man-made earthquakes; this is an area of active research Oklahoma has had prehistoric earthquakes as powerful as magnitude 7.It's not immediately clear whether this new research will change industry practices, or even whether it will surprise anyone in the areas of newly supposed danger. In Oklahoma, for example, the natural rate of earthquakes is only one or two a year, but there have been hundreds since hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, with the waste water filling, became common in the last ten years.8. What kind of human activities can cause earthquakes?A. The man-made produced waste water in the factories.B. The process of digging deep wells in those poor areas.C. The advanced techniques used to deal with waste water.D. The oil or gas industry's work connected with the earth.9. What does the underlined word “induced” in paragraph 2 mean?A. Man-made.B. Reduced.C. Newly-built.D. Controlled.10. How much magnitude can man-made earthquakes reach?A. It's been said as small as magnitude 3.B. It has been said as high as magnitude 7.C. It's being studied without a final conclusion.D. It has risen by an average of magnitude 5. 6.11. What is the best title for the text?A. Natural Earthquakes in America Are Disappearing NowB. 7 Million Americans at Risk of Man-Made EarthquakesC. Time for Oil and Gas Industry Change Their Working PracticeD. More Often Earthquakes as Powerful as Magnitude 7 in AmericaDIf you travel inAthens, against popular belief, I would highly recommend saving the Acropolis for your secondday. As attractive as it is to head straight to the most famous building in the city, there are several reasons why you should hold off until later.Sunriseis the best time to see the ruins, and who wants to spend their first day in anew citywaking up at6 a.m.? On top of that, the Acropolis is going to make every other site inAthensless important in comparison, so I recommend not hitting it on your first day.We got to the southeast gate at 7：30, half an hour before it opened at 8. When the gate opened, we rushed to the hill. Our plan paid off because we had the whole complex to ourselves for five minutes. In this age ofovertourism, getting to the greatness of the Acropolis with nobody else around felt special and excited.The Acropolis is the name given to the complex on top of the hill, and it’s made up of several buildings. There’s theTempleofAthena Nike, the Parthenon, the Old Temple of Athena, the Legendary Olive Tree of the Pandroseion, the Porch of the Caryatids at the Erechtheion... and on your way down, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.Something that sounds boring but isn’t is theAcropolisMuseum, and I recommend spending a couple of hours there. As someone who is a museum-avoider, I listened to the recommendations of everyone who had been, and made myself go inside. And I loved it. The museum houses tons of sculptures unearthed from the Acropolis, and it was interesting to check them out.Head toSyntagma Squarenext to watch the changing of the guard. This takes place every hour on the hour, so try to time your visit perfectly. The guards wear fun clothes and make for interesting photos.12. The author suggests visiting the Acropolis on the second day so that ___________.A. it can save visitors a lot of timeB. it can save visitors from getting up earlyC. it can make for a better travel experienceD. it can give visitors a better understanding ofAthens13. How did the author feel when he ran to the top of the hill?A. Bored.B. Worried.C. Relaxed.D. Amazed.14. With what may the author agree about theAcropolisMuseum?A. It is so great that it should be visited last.B. It is enjoyable and worth visiting.C. It wastes a lot of time.D. It should be avoided.15. What is the purpose of the text?A. To provide some advice on visiting the Acropolis.B. To introduce the history of the Acropolis.C. To call on people to protect historic sites.D. To encourage people to travel around.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020北京101中高二(上)期末英语含答案
2020北京101中高二（上）期末英语第一部分：听力理解（共5小题；每小题1分，共20分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，共5分）听下面5段对话．每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的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．每段对话你将听一遍．1．（1分）Where does the man come from？A．Britain．B．Australia．C．America．2．（1分）What is the woman looking for？A．Her cellphone．B．Her car key．C．Her book．3．（1分）When will they meet？A．At 4：00 pm．B．At 4：30 pm．C．At 7：00 pm．4．（1分）Which kind of membership does the man pick？A．One﹣month membership．B．Three﹣month membership．C．Six﹣month membership．5．（1分）What does Anna do？A．A singer．B．A musician．C．A student．第二节（共4小题；每小题2分，共10分）听下面4段对话或独白．每段对话或独白后有几道小题，从每题所给的A，B，C三个选项中选出最佳选项．听每段对话或独白前，你有5秒钟的时间来阅读每小题．听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间．每段对话或独白你将听两遍．6．（2分）（1）Why does the woman make the call？A．To ask for information．B．To make an introduction．C．To make an invitation．（2）What is the most important reason for the man's application？A．The job suits him very well．B．The benefits in the company are good．C．The company takes care of its employees．7．（2分）（1）Why doesn't the woman like the apartment？A．The neighbors are too noisy．B．It's far away from school．C．The rent is too high．（2）What kind of place is the woman looking for？A．An apartment with furniture．B．An apartment over ﹩200 a month．C．An apartment with a parking space．8．（3分）（1）Where is the closest ATM？A．Beside the post office．B．Next to the big yellow building．C．On the right of the convenience store．（2）Why does the woman suggest the man go to the 22nd street？A．Because the nearest A TM is closed．B．Because the closest convenience store is there．C．Because he wants to buy something before he leaves．（3）How will the man probably go to the 22nd street？A．By bus．B．By subway．C．By taxi．9．（3分）（1）Where does the conversation probably take place？A．In a classroom．B．In a library．C．At home．（2）What is the man preparing for？A．A history test．B．A project on the Civil War．C．Articles about computers．（3）What does the woman suggest？A．Asking the professor for help．B．Borrowing books from the library．C．Searching for the information on the network．第三节（共1小题；每小题5分，共5分）听下面一段对话，完成第16题至20题，每小题仅填写一个词．听对话前，你将有20秒钟的时间阅读试题，听完后你将有60秒钟的作答时间．这段对话你将听两遍．10．（5分）Complaint FormName Juli （1）Address 29 Street，（2）Order Number （3）Item A （4）Problem Wrong （5）第二部分：知识运用完形填空（共1小题；每小题20分，共20分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项．11．（20分）"Daily Star，sir，" called Jason，carrying some newspapers under his arm．The little boy had been running up and down the street，but there were still twenty（1）left．His voice was almost gone and his heart was （2）．The shops would soon close，and all the people would go home．He would have to go home too，carrying the papers（3）money．He had hoped to sell more papers tonight to make more money to buy a（4）for his mother and some seeds for his bird．That was why he had bought the papers with all his money．He（5）as he thought of his failure to sell all his papers．"You don't know the（6）of selling papers．You must shout，'Hot news! Bomb bursting!'" another newsboy Chad told Jason．"（7）it's not in the paper at all，" replied Jason．"Just run away quickly（8）they have time to see，and you'll（9）out and get your money，" Chad said．It was a new（10）to Jason．He thought of his bird with no（11）and the cake he wanted to buy for his mother，but was（12）that he would not tell a lie．Though he was（13） a poor newsboy，he had been（14）some good things．The next afternoon Jason went to the office for his papers（15）．Several boys were crowding around Chad，who declared with a（16）smile that he sold six dozen the day before．He added that Jason（17）money because he would not tell a lie．The boys（18）at Jason．"You wouldn't tell a lie yesterday，my boy？" A gentleman at the office came up and patted Jason's shoulder（19），"You're just the boy I am lookingfor．" A week later Jason started his new（20）．He lost the sale of twenty papers because he would not tell a lie，but got a well﹣paid job because he told the truth．（1）A．shops B．coins C．people D．papers（2）A．open B．heavy C．pure D．weak（3）A．instead of B．in return for C．in spite of D．in exchange for （4）A．cup B．card C．comb D．cake（5）A．gave in B．broke down C．got away D．showed up（6）A．difficulty B．process C．goal D．secret（7）A．And B．But C．For D．So（8）A．before B．since C．though D．unless（9）A．call B．drop C．sell D．reach（10）A．edition B．idea C．policy D．task（11）A．bread B．insects C．seeds D．water（12）A．concerned B．amazed C．excited D．determined（13）A．still B．already C．just D．also（14）A．taught B．handed C．awarded D．allowed（15）A．at once B．by chance C．as usual D．on purpose（16）A．proud B．gentle C．warm D．polite（17）A．borrowed B．lost C．made D．saved（18）A．laughed B．shouted C．nodded D．stared（19）A．bravely B．gratefully C．fondly D．modestly（20）A．duty B．business C．job D．method第三部分：阅读理解（共3小题；每小题6分，共32分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项．A12．（6分）Sweat rolled off my forehead as my younger brother and I sat under the tree．"Hi，Jason，" said my brother，Chad．"Do you hear the train？" I listened，but I heard only thunder in the distance．It was still miles away，but I heard it．It grew stronger and louder as it gained speed and got closer．How could that be？I wondered．We were about to grab our bikes to see what it actually was when we stopped．What looked like a flock of birds darkened the sky overhead．When I looked at it closer，I realized it wasn't birds．It was a tornado（龙卷风）．Thehairs on the back of my neck stood up as the air turned green and heavy．The sun disappeared．The wind strengthened and roared．I grabbed Chad's arm and pulled him toward the house．I tried to open the door，but it was as if an invisible force pushed against me．The door refused to open．Whenwe finally managed to get inside，we found it was as dark as night．Our family had practiced a tornado safety plan many times．But I had never imagined that it would be just Chad and me at home the first time we needed to use it．"Inside the closet!" I yelled．It was small and crowded，but we got in it anyway．Chad began to cry．"It's going to be all right．" I told him．But I was worried about Mom．I hope she'd found a safe place to wait out the storm．The storm continued to rage．I heard a thud on the roof．The whole house creaked and groaned．Then it was quiet．I opened the door and we inched our way out of the closet．Rain had got in through the open window and wet the carpets．A kitchen window had shattered，its screen blown away．I looked at the backyard．The tree was uprooted，and broken branches lay on the ground．"Jason，I can't get service，" Chad said as he held the phone in his hand．We had no electricity，either．I glanced at the wall clock．Had it been only 20 minutes since we'd first heard the thunder？Then I heard footsteps toward the house．Mom had made it home safely．"Boys!" she yelled．"Are you all right？"We ran out and hugged her．The sun came out，and this time it shone bright and clear．（1）When the tornado struck，．A．the boys felt terrified and asked for helpB．a flock of birds darkened the sky overheadC．the boys protected themselves in a safe placeD．the sound of the train grew stronger and louder（2）What can we learn from the passage？A．Mom had trouble in finding the boys．B．Jason knew how to deal with a tornado．C．The tornado lasted for over half an hour．D．Their house was flooded by the heavy rain．（3）Which of the following words can best describe Jason？A．Calm and thoughtful．B．Cautious and curious．C．Dependent and sensitive．D．Creative and active．13．（8分）For Western designers，China and its rich culture have long been an inspiration for Western creative．"It's no secret that China has always been a source of inspiration for designers，" says Amanda Hill，chief creative officer at A+E Networks，a global media company and home to some of the biggest fashion shows．Earlier this year，the China Through A Looking Glass exhibition in New York exhibited 140 pieces of China﹣inspired fashionable clothing alongside Chinese works of art，with the aim of exploring the influence of Chinese aesthetics（美学）on Western fashion and how China has fueled the fashionable imagination for centuries．The exhibition had record attendance，showing that there is huge interest in Chinese influences．"China is impossible to overlook，" says Hill．"Chinese models are the faces of beauty and fashion campaigns that sell dreams to women all over the world，which means Chinese women are not just consumers of fashion ﹣they are central to its movement．"Of course，only are today's top Western designers being influenced by China ﹣some of the best designers of contemporary fashion are themselves Chinese．" Vera Wang，Alexander Wang，Jason Wu are taking on Galiano，Albaz，Marc Jacobs ﹣and beating them hands down in design and sales，" adds Hill．For Hill，it is impossible not to talk about China as the leading player when discussing fashion．"The most famous designers are Chinese，so are the models，and so are the consumers，" she says．"China is no longer just another market；in many senses it has become the market．If you talk about fashion today，you are talking about China ﹣its influences，its direction，its breathtaking clothes，and how young designers and models are finally acknowledging that in many ways．"（1）What can we learn about the exhibition in New York？A．It promoted the sales of artworks．B．It attracted a large number of visitors．C．It showed ancient Chinese clothes．D．It aimed to introduce Chinese models．（2）What does Hill say about Chinese women？A．They are setting the fashion．B．They start many fashion campaigns．C．They admire super models．D．They do business all over the world．（3）What do the underlined words"taking on" in paragraph 4 mean？A．learning fromB．looking down onC．working withD．competing against（4）What can be a suitable title for the text？A．Young Models Selling Dreams to the WorldB．A Chinese Art Exhibition Held in New YorkC．Differences Between Eastern and Western AestheticsD．Chinese Culture Fueling International Fashion Trends14．（8分）It's common knowledge that the woman in Leonardo da Vinci's most famous painting seems to look back at observers，following them with her eyes no matter where they stand in the room．But this common knowledge turns out wrong．A new study finds that the woman in the painting is actually looking out at an angle that's 15.4 degrees off to theobserver's right﹣well outside of the range that people normally believe when they think someone is looking right at them．In other words，said the study author，Horstmann，"She's not looking at you．" This is somewhat ironic，because the entire phenomenon of a person's gaze （凝视）in a photograph or painting seeming to follow the viewer is called the "Mona Lisa effect"．That effect is absolutely real，Horstmann said．If a person is illustrated or photographed looking straight ahead，even people viewing the portrait from an angle will feel they are being looked at．As long as the angle of the person's gaze is no more than about 5 degrees off to either side，the Mona Lisa effect occurs．This is important for human interaction with on﹣screen characters．If you want someone off to the right side of a room to feel that a person on﹣screen is looking at him or her，you don't cut the gaze of the character to that side﹣surprisingly，doing so would make an observer feel like the character isn't looking at anyone in the room at all．Instead，you keep the gaze straight ahead．Horstmann and his co﹣author were studying this effect for its application in the creation of artificial﹣intelligence avatars（虚拟头像）when Horstmann took a long look at the "Mona Lisa" and realized she wasn't looking at him．To make sure it wasn't just him，the researchers asked 24 people to view images of the "Mona Lisa" on a computer screen．They set a ruler between the viewer and the screen and asked the participants to note which number on the ruler intersected（和……相交）Mona Lisa's gaze．To calculate the angle of Mona Lisa's gaze as she looked at the viewer，they moved the ruler farther from or closer to the screen during the study．Consistently，the researchers found，participants judged that the woman in the "Mona Lisa" portrait was not looking straight at them，but slightly off to their right．So why do people repeat the belief that her eyes seem to follow the viewer？Horstmann isn't sure．It's possible，he said，that people have the desire to be looked at，so they think the woman is looking straight at them．Or maybe the people who first coined the term "Mona Lisa effect" just thought it was a cool name．（1）It is generally believed that the woman in the painting "Mona Lisa"．A．attracts the viewers to look backB．seems mysterious because of her eyesC．fixes her eyes on the back of the viewersD．looks at the viewers wherever they stand（2）What gaze range in a painting will cause the Mona Lisa effect？（3）The experiment involving 24 people was conducted to．A．confirm Horstmann's beliefB．create artificial﹣intelligence avatarsC．calculate the angle of Mona Lisa's gazeD．explain how the Mona Lisa effect can be applied（4）What can we learn from the passage？A．Horstmann thinks it's cool to coin the term "Mona Lisa effect"．B．The Mona Lisa effect contributes to the creation of artificial intelligence．C．Feeling being gazed at by Mona Lisa may be caused by the desire for attention．D．The position of the ruler in the experiment will influence the viewers' judgement．第二节根据短文内容，从短文后的七个选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项．选项中有两项为多余选项．15．（10分）History of BroadwayWhen people think of Broadway，they may think of that part of the world﹣famous road in New York City that runs between 42nd and 53rd Streets．（1）It is a billion﹣dollar industry that includes theatrical shows in New York and live theater entertainment throughout the world．New York's Theatre District has only 39 official Broadway houses．A play house must have 500 or more seats to be considered a Broadway theater．（2）Not all Broadway theatres are located on Broadway．In the late 1700s and early 1800s，buildings on Wall Street and places such as City Hall may have served as smaller theaters，and other locations in downtown New York City also did．Today's Broadway started when influential families contributed development of larger theaters away from the downtown area．Some people may have doubted these theaters would be successful，but they turned out to be．（3）With the rise of the new theater district，downtown changed forever as people happily traveled to the outskirts （郊区）of the city to see the best in live entertainment．When these theaters began，many actors came from European countries．In 1857 actor Edwin Booth helped transform the Broadway theatre by popularizing a type of acting realism．Unlike actors before him，Booth did not stand still on the stage and simply deliver his lines．（4）Booth's style had a notable effect on the theater，and many considered him to be the greatest actor of his time．（5）Specifically，comedies and dramas often centred on then﹣current events such as women's right to vote，the Labor Movement，and war．Broadway developed again in 1866，and the Broadway musical was created．From then on，actors entertained their audiences by singing and dancing accompanied by an orchestra．Now，Broadway is famous for various theatre productions and moving performances．A．In fact，the shows have brought it fame throughout the world．B．However，Broadway is much more than a geographical location．C．Theatres，holding 100 to 499 people，are called Off﹣Broadway theatres．D．Instead，he liked moving around and showing great emotion while acting．E．Plays followed a popular style that encouraged typical characters and plots．F．As this new style grew in popularity，the content of the shows began to change．G．Madison Square Theater，built by the Mallory family in 1880，was one of them．语法填空：阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空，在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的适当形式填空．（共1小题，每小题10分，共10分）16．（10分）ASherlock Holmes and Dr．Watson go on a camping trip．After a good dinner and a bottle of wine，they retire for the night，and go to sleep．Some hours later，Holmes wakes up and asks his faithful friend．"Watson，look up at the sky and tell me （1）you see．""I see millions of stars．" replies Watson．"And what do you deduce from that？"Watson thinks（2）（careful）for some time．"Well，according to the studies on astronomy，it tells me that there are potentially billions of planets．According to the scientific measurement of time，I deduce the time is probably a quarter past three．According to the current atmosphere，I forecast that we （3）（have）a beautifulday tomorrow．What does it tell you，Holmes？"Holmes is silent for a minute．"Watson，" he says，"someone（4）（steal）our tent!"BMo Li Hua is a popular Chinese folk song（5）dates back to the 18th century．It's one of the most well ﹣known Chinese songs both in China and abroad．It's a nice song （6）beginners to learn due to its simple lyrics．The melody of this song has become well﹣known among Western listeners for several reasons．One is that it （7）（sing）by Giacomo Puccini in his opera called Turandot in 1926．It was also used in the Olympics opening ceremony in China．COn the first day of my first grade，I stood by the door with butterflies in my stomach．I（8）（voice）my biggest concern to my mother．"How will I make friends？" She handed me advice．"Be yourself．" For the past20 years，I have lived by these words．Soon I will graduate and become part of the real world．Nervously（9）（face）challenges，I know I will whisper to myself （10）two simple words "Be yourself"．II. 单词拼写：请根据所给的首字母和中文提示完成句子，每空一词．（共13小题，每小题1分，共13分）17．（1分）It never o to me that you could succeed in persuading him to change his mind．18．（1分）In many ways，time is the most p thing that we have．Yet most of us treat it as though it has hardly any value at all．19．（1分）At the moment when he gets the first prize on the stage，I can't help a for his excellent performance．20．（1分）Take good care of trees and bushes．We should live in h with nature．21．（1分）Taking photos is strictly f in the museum．22．（1分）The north of China，（不像）the south，is windy in spring．23．（1分）I'd like everyone to（聚集）round so I can demonstrate how the system works．24．（1分）If we follow his advice，（逐渐）we'll learn how to express ourselves in English．25．（1分）The earthquake（见证）the kindness of strangers in an emergency．26．（1分）With each attempt，he looked so confident and natural．There aren't any signs of fear or being．（泄气）27．（1分）If you are free on Friday，we（推荐）visiting the national museum．28．（1分）We are having pizza（递送）for dinner tonight．29．（1分）He commented that this novel was a（杰作）of American literature．III. 根据中文提示完成下列句子，每空一词．（共5小题，每小题1分，共5分）30．（1分）当他们看憨豆电影的时候，他们时不时地突然大笑起来．They now and then while watching the film of Mr Bean．31．（1分）这份工作面向所有申请者，年龄、种族和性别不限．The job is open to all applicants age，race，or gender．32．（1分）多亏了他的及时帮助，我按时完成了全部工作．his timely help，I finished the whole work on time．33．（1分）当我们走过一片峭壁，一帘令人惊叹的瀑布出现在我们眼前．As we rounded a curve，a breathtaking waterfall．34．（1分）你在露营时必须忍受许多不便．There are many inconveniences that have to be when you are camping．IV. 短文填空，每空一词．（共10空，每空0. 5分，共5分）35．（5分）Once upon a time，there lived a young boy named Hans Christian Andersen．He was very poor and had a long，ugly nose．All the other children （1）t him．But when little Hans grew up，he became an （2）recognized writer．All over the world people of （3）v ages and backgrounds know his classic fairy tales．Nearly 200 years ago，Hans was born in Odense，Denmark．His father was poor but he loved literature and the theater．He often took Hans to the theater with him．When Hans was only 11 years old，his father died．Hans had to （4）q school and work in a tailor's shop to support his family．Hans was a very lonely child．He did not play with the other children．When he wasn't working，he stayed at home，reading books and writing his own stories and plays．When he was 14 years old，Hans moved to Copenhagen to try to begin a （5）c as a singer or actor．The next three years （6）p to be very painful and unbearable．He nearly starved to death trying to make a living．At age 17，he met Jonas Collin，director of the Royal Theater．Collin read one of Hans' plays and recognized his （7）t in spite of Hans' poor spelling．He helped Hans by （8）o a scholarship from the king to continue the boy's schooling．When he was 23 years old，Hans began his university studies．In 1835，he began writing his famous fairy tales．（9）A from the "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Emperor's New Clothes"，there were still a lot more．His stories are often surprisingly clever and contain deep moral teachings，therefore making him a （10）s storyteller all over the world．V、书面表达（15分）36．（15分）假设你是红星中学高二（1）班的学生李华，请根据以下四幅图的先后顺序，用英语写一篇日记，记述你周日在小区里扫雪的过程．词数不少于60．Sunday，January 12 Snowy _________2020北京101中高二（上）期末英语参考答案第一部分：听力理解（共5小题；每小题1分，共20分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，共5分）听下面5段对话．每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的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．每段对话你将听一遍．1．【分析】略【解答】C【点评】略2．【分析】略【解答】B【点评】略3．【分析】略【解答】B【点评】略4．【分析】略【解答】A【点评】略5．【分析】略【解答】C【点评】略第二节（共4小题；每小题2分，共10分）听下面4段对话或独白．每段对话或独白后有几道小题，从每题所给的A，B，C三个选项中选出最佳选项．听每段对话或独白前，你有5秒钟的时间来阅读每小题．听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间．每段对话或独白你将听两遍．6．【分析】略【解答】A 7．A【点评】略7．【分析】略【解答】B 9．A【点评】略8．【分析】略【解答】B 11．C 12． C【点评】略9．【分析】略【解答】A 14． B 15．C【点评】略第三节（共1小题；每小题5分，共5分）听下面一段对话，完成第16题至20题，每小题仅填写一个词．听对话前，你将有20秒钟的时间阅读试题，听完后你将有60秒钟的作答时间．这段对话你将听两遍．10．【分析】略【解答】16．Duncan 17．London 18．AD5639 19．coat 20．size【点评】略第二部分：知识运用完形填空（共1小题；每小题20分，共20分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项．11．【分析】本文是一篇记叙文．和其它卖报郎不同，Jason不愿谎称报纸上有热点新闻的方法卖更多报纸，赚更多钱，而是一直坚守着诚信，最终赢得邮局里一位绅士的认可，并获得了一份薪水丰厚的工作．作者通过本文旨在时候说明诚信的重要性，只有诚信才能赢得别人的认可和赏识．【解答】（1）﹣（5）DBADB（6）﹣（10）DBACB（11）﹣（15）CDCAC（16）﹣（20）ABACC （1）D．考查名词及上下文理解．A．shops商店；B．coins硬币；C．people人民；D．papers报纸；结合上文carrying some newspapers under his arm 可知，这个男孩拿着报纸一直在街上跑来跑去，但是那里仍然剩下20份报纸（paper）．paper 意为"报纸"时，为可数名词，所以这里要用复数形式papers．故正确答案为D．（2）B．考查形容词及上下文理解．A．open开放的；B．heavy沉重；C．pure纯洁的；D．weak虚弱的；结合文意可知，这个男孩一直在街上跑着卖报纸，却还剩下20份没有卖出去，没有足够的钱买礼物，所以他很累，声音越来越小几乎没有了，可是心情却很沉重（heavy）．故正确答案为B．（3）A．考查固定搭配及上下文理解．A．instead of而不是；B．in return for作为…的报答；C．in spite of 尽管；D．in exchange for作为交换；结合下文He had hoped to sell more papers tonight to make more money to buy a…for his mother and some seeds for his bird 可知，他本来希望今晚多卖些报纸多挣些钱给妈妈买礼物，给小鸟买食物的，可是他现在也需要回家了，可是他拿的是报纸，而不是（instead of）钱．故正确答案为A．（4）D．考查名词及上下文理解．A．cup杯子；B．card卡片；C．comb梳子；D．cake蛋糕；结合下文the cake he wanted to buy for his mother 可知，妈妈生日，男孩想给妈妈买个生日蛋糕（cake）．故正确答案为D．（5）B．考查动词短语及上下文理解．A．gave in屈服；B．broke down垮掉；C．got away离开；逃脱；D．showed up出现；结合文意可知，当他想到他没有成功卖掉所有的报纸时，他整个人都快垮掉（break down）了，表示过去发生的事所以要用过去式，即broke down．故正确答案为B．（6）D．考查名词及上下文理解A．difficulty困难；B．process过程；C．goal目标；D．secret秘密；结合文意可知，另一个卖报纸的小男孩告诉他"你不知道卖报纸的秘诀（secret），你应该大声叫‘爆炸性新闻！炸弹爆炸了！'"．故正确答案为D．（7）B．考查连词及上下文理解．A．And和；B．But但是；C．For为了；D．So那么；结合文意可知，另一个男孩让Jason 大声叫"爆炸性新闻，炸弹爆炸了"，Jason 回答他说"但是（but）报纸上并没有这个新闻"．表示转折，所以用but．故正确答案为B．（8）A．考查连词及上下文理解．A．before以前；B．since自从；因为；C．though尽管；D．unless除非；结合文意可知，Chad 告诉他在他们有时间看报纸之前（before），你就快速跑开．故正确答案为A．（9）C．考查动词及上下文理解．A．call叫；B．drop掉下；C．sell卖；D．reach达到；结合文意可知，Chad 告诉他在买报纸的人有时间看报纸之前你就快速跑开，这样你就可以卖（sell）完你的报纸并且挣到钱了．sell out 意为"卖完"，符合文意．call out 意为"召集；大声叫"，drop out 意为"退出；退学"，reach out 意为"伸出"，均不符合文意．故正确答案为C．（10）B．考查名词及上下文理解．A．edition版本；B．idea想法；C．policy政策；D．task任务；结合文意可知，男孩告诉他的秘诀对他来说是一个新的主意（idea）．edition 意为"版本"，policy 意为"政策"，task 意为"任务"，均不符合文意．故正确答案为B．（11）C．考查名词及上下文理解．A．bread面包；B．insects昆虫；C．seeds种子；D．water水；结合上文some seeds for his bird 可知，他考虑到小鸟没有种子（seed）吃，所以要给小鸟买种子．故正确答案为C．（12）D．考查形容词及上下文理解．A．concerned关心的；B．amazed惊奇的；C．excited兴奋的；D．determined 下决心的；结合文意可知，他考虑到他的鸟儿没有种子吃，考虑到他想给妈妈买生日蛋糕，但是他依然决定（determined）他不能说谎．故正确答案为D．（13）C．考查副词及上下文理解．A．still仍然；B．already已经；C．just仅仅；D．also也；结合文意可知，尽管他仅仅（just）是一个贫穷的卖报的男孩，他也曾被教授过很多好的东西．still 意为"仍然"，already 意为"已经"，also 意为"也"，均不符合文意，故正确答案为C．（14）A．考查动词及上下文理解．A．taught教；B．handed处理；C．awarded奖赏；D．allowed 允许；结合文意可知，尽管他仅仅是一个贫穷的卖报的男孩，他也曾被教授（teach）过很多好的事情．"被教授"所以要用被动语态，动词的过去分词即taught．故正确答案为A．（15）C．考查固定搭配及上下文理解．A．at once立刻；B．by chance偶然；C．as usual像往常一样；D．on purpose故意地；结合文意可知，第二天下午，小男孩像往常一样（as usual）去办公室取报纸．故正确答案为C．（16）A．考查形容词及上下文理解．A．proud自豪的；B．gentle温和的；C．warm温暖的；D．polite 有礼貌的；结合文意可知，Chad 带着自豪的（proud）微笑在那宣扬说他昨天卖掉了6打报纸．故正确答案为A．（17）B．考查动词及上下文理解．A．borrowed借；B．lost失去；C．made制作；D．saved拯救；结合文意可知，Chad 补充说Jason 因为不会说谎失去了（lost）钱．故正确答案为B．（18）A．考查动词及上下文理解．A．laughed嘲笑；B．shouted喊叫；C．nodded点头；D．stared开始；结合文意可知，Jason 因为不会说谎而少赚了钱，男孩因为这事嘲笑他，laugh at 固定搭配，意为嘲笑，符合文意，A项正确．shout at 意为大喊大叫．故正确答案为A．（19）C．考查副词及上下文理解．A．bravely勇敢地；B．gratefully感激地；C．fondly怜爱地；D．modestly 谦虚地；结合文意可知，办公室里出来了一位绅士，怜爱地（fondly）拍着Jason 的肩膀说"你就是我要找的那个男孩"．故正确答案为C．（20）C．考查名词及上下文理解．A．duty责任；B．business商业；C．job工作；D．method方法；结合下文but got a well﹣paid job because he told the truth 可知，男孩因为诚实得到了一份好工作．所以一周后他开始自己的新工作（job）．故正确答案为C．【点评】近几年高考试题中的完形填空有新的变化，试题所涉及的知识面不断拓宽，综合难度不断提高．做完形填空首先要通读全文，了解大意．一篇完形填空的文章有许多空格，所以，必须先通读一至两遍，才能大概了解文章的内容．千万不要看一句，做一句．其次要逐句分析，前后一致．选择答案时，要考虑整个句子的内容，包括搭配、时态、语法等．答案全部填完后，再通读一遍文章，检查是否通顺流畅了，用词得当，意思正确．第三部分：阅读理解（共3小题；每小题6分，共32分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项．A12．【分析】本文属于人生感悟类的短文阅读，作者通过这篇文章主要向我们描述了杰森和弟弟在龙卷风来临时冷静的保护自己，直到脱离危险．【解答】（1）C．细节理解题．根据文章第五段，Inside the closet!"I yelled．It was small and crowded，but we got in it anyway．在壁橱里！我喊道．那里又小又拥挤，但我们还是进去了．可知，当龙卷风袭来时，男孩们在一个安全的地方，以保证自己的安全．结合选项，故选C．（2）B．推理判断题．根据文章第四段，Our family had practiced a tornado safety plan many times．But I had never imagined that it would be just Chad and me at home the first time we needed to use it；我们家已经多次实施龙卷风安全计划，但我从没想到我们第一次需要用它的时候就只有Chad和我在家．可知，Jason知道如何对付龙卷风，知道如何在危险中保护自己．结合选项，故选B．（3）A．推理判断题．根据文章第五段，Inside the closet!"I yelled．It was small and crowded，but we got in it anyway．可知我让Chad躲进衣柜里，安全躲过了龙卷风；可知Jason是一个冷静考虑周到的人．A．Calm and thoughtful冷静周到；B．Cautious and curious谨慎好奇的；C．Dependent and sensitive依赖又敏感的；D．Creative and active创造且主动的．结合选项，故选A．【点评】做这类题材阅读理解时要求考生对文章通读一遍，做题时结合原文和题目有针对性的找出相关语句进行仔细分析，结合选项选出正确答案．细节理解题要在抓住关键句子的基础上合理的分析才能得出正确答案，切忌胡乱猜测，一定要做到有理有据．13．【分析】本文是一篇社会文化类阅读．文章主要讲述了中国文化及中国美学对国际时尚的影响，展现了中国对国际时尚和设计发展的引领作用．【解答】（1）B．推理判断题．根据第三段的最后一句"The exhibition had record attendance，showing that there ishuge interest in Chinese influences．这次展览的出席人数创下了纪录，表明人们对中国的影响非常感兴趣．"可知，这次展览出席的人数创了纪录，由此表明吸引了很多游客．故选B．（2）A．细节理解题．根据第四段中Hill说的话"…which means Chinese women are not just consumers of fashion ﹣they are central to its movement．（这意味着中国女性不仅仅是时尚的消费者﹣﹣她们是时尚运动的核心．）"可知希尔对中国女人说她们正在引领潮流．故选A．（3）D．词义猜测题．根据划线词所在的句子" "Of course，only are today's top Western designers being influenced by China ﹣some of the best designers of contemporary fashion are themselves Chinese．" Vera Wang，Alexander Wang，Jason Wu are taking on Galiano，Albaz，Marc Jacobs ﹣and beating them hands down in design and sales，" adds Hill．希尔补充道："当然，只有当今的西方顶级设计师受到中国的影响﹣﹣当代时尚界的一些优秀设计师本身就是中国人．"王薇拉、王亚力山大、吴杰森正在与加利亚诺、阿尔巴斯、马克•雅各布斯展开较量，并在设计和销售方面击败他们．"再结合下文的句意"在设计和销售方面都击败了他们"可知，该短语的意思应是"与……竞争"．结合选项：A．learning from向…学习；B．looking down on看不起；C．working with和…一起工作；D．competing against与……竞争．故选D．（4）D．标题归纳题．通读全文尤其是第三段" Earlier this year，the China Through A Looking Glass exhibition in New York exhibited 140 pieces of China﹣inspired fashionable clothing alongside Chinese works of art，with the aim of exploring the influence of Chinese aesthetics（美学）on Western fashion and how China has fueled the fashionable imagination for centuries．The exhibition had record attendance，showing that there is huge interest in Chinese influences．今年早些时候，在纽约举办的"中国透视玻璃"展览，展出了140件中国风格的时装和中国艺术作品，目的是探讨中国美学对西方时尚的影响，以及几个世纪以来中国是如何激发时尚想象力的．出席人数创纪录，显示出对中国影响的巨大兴趣．"和最后一段的最后一句" If you talk about fashion today，you are talking about China ﹣its influences，its direction，its breathtaking clothes，and how young designers and models are finally acknowledging that in many ways．"如果你今天谈论时尚，你就是在谈论中国﹣﹣它的影响、它的方向、它令人叹为观止的服装，以及年轻的设计师和模特们是如何在许多方面最终承认这一点的．"可知，本文主要讲述了中国文化及中国美学对国际时尚的影响，展现了中国对国际时尚和设计发展的引领作用．故D项"中国文化推动国际时尚潮流"最适合作为本文的标题．故选D．【点评】阅读理解解题步骤：首先对原文材料迅速浏览，掌握全文的主旨大意．因为阅读理解题一般没有标题，所以，速读全文，抓住中心主旨很有必要，在速读的过程中，应尽可能多地捕获信息材料．其次，细读题材，各个击破．掌握全文的大意之后，细细阅读每篇材料后的问题，弄清每题要求后，带着问题，再回到原文中去寻找、捕获有关信息．要善于抓住每段的主题句，阅读时，要有较强的针对性．对于捕获到的信息，要做认真分析，仔细推敲，理解透彻，只有这样，针对题目要求，才能做到稳、准．14．【分析】这是一篇议论文．普遍认为，莱昂纳多达芬奇最著名的画作中的女人似乎在回望观察者，不管观察者。
2020届北京101中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析
2020届北京101中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ACourtyard Stay with Your DogsAs autumn approaches, we are inviting you to join us on our August dog event—Courtyard Stay with Yoga & Hike from August 21st to August 22nd nearQinglongLakein Fangshan district. This event will continue to raise fund for our Pre-treatment Guidance Project (PGP).Check out our full itinerary below:Day 1: Saturday, August 21stAt 9 am in the morning, you will be picked up by car or bus and head to Fangshan district. We have arranged a private courtyard house for a comfortable stay for the Saturday night. We will enjoy some local dishes for lunch, while enjoying the peaceful views of theQinglongLake. After lunch, we will go together for a light hike to the nearby mountain and water tracks with our dogs. For dinner, enjoy the coziest, home-style BBQ with both vegetable and meat options.Day 2: Sunday, August 22ndAfter breakfast, we will join a yoga teacher for a deeply relaxing yoga session, with the company of the morning sun. You can choose to hike a bit more afterwards in theforest park. We will be checking out around 4 pm in the afternoon, returning to our homes.Reservation: Please add our event manager, Diana, on Wechat to reserve a spot for yourself and your dog, a full payment will be required upon signing up. If you don’t have a dog but would still like to hang out with dogs, you are more than welcome to join too!Pricing:Early Bird Fee: 1400 RMB per human for the first four participants only before 7th August.Children Price: 800 RMB (4—13 years old).Full Price: 1600 RMB per human.All surplus funds and donations will go to our Pre-treatment Guidance Program.Please bring your ID, your dog’s ID and vaccine proof for any potential security check.We can’t wait to see you soon！1. Who would be most interested in the weekend activity?A. Taxi drivers.B. Yoga coaches.C. Pet dog owners.D. The PGP members.2. According to the itinerary, on August 22nd, you can ________.A. join a teacher to do some yogaB. have some local dishes for lunchC. enjoy the coziest, home-style BBQD. go together for a hike to the water tracks3. The purpose of the countryside stay activity is to________.A. promote theQinglongLakeB. raise fund for a public projectC. teach skills of BBQ and keeping dogsD. provide access to dogs for people without petsBThe modern Olympics, which appeared in ancient Greece as many as 3,000 years ago, have become the world’s most important sporting competition. From the 8th century B. C. to the 4th century A. D., the the ancient Olympics were held every four years in Olympia in honor of the god Zeus. The first modern Olympics took place in1896 inAthens, and featured 280 participants from 13 nations, competing in 43 events. Since 1994, the Summer and Winter Olympic Games have been held separately every two years. The 2020 Summer Olympics, delayed one year because of the COVID-19, was held in Japan in 2021.The ancient Olympics were held every four years between August 6 and September 19 during a festival honoring Zeus. The Games were named for their location (位置) at Olympia, a place near the western coast in southern Greece. Their influence was so great that ancient historians began to measure time by the Olympic Games held every four years.After the Roman Empire conquered (征服) Greece in the mid-2nd century B.C., the Games continued, but their standards and quality dropped. For example from 67 A. D., the Emperor Nero entered an Olympic horse race, announcing himself the winner even after he fell off hishorse during the event. In 393 A. D., Emperor TheodosiusⅠended the ancient Olympic tradition.It was another 1,500 years before the Games rose again, largely thanks to the efforts of Baron Pierre de Coubertin (1863-1937) of France. Working hard at the development of physical education, the young man became inspired by the idea of creating a modern Olympic Games after visiting the ancient Olympic building. In November 1892, at a meeting of the Union des Sports Athlétiques in Paris, Coubertin suggested the idea of making the Olympics an international athletic competition held every four years. Two years later, he got the approval (批准) he needed to found the International Olympic Committee ( IOC ), which would become the governing body of themodern Olympic Games.4. What do we know about the modern Olympics?A. The modern Olympics became famous in the 18th century.B. The first Winter Olympics was held in 1994.C. The first modern Olympics dates back to 1896.D. The latest Winter Olympics will delay for two years.5. How often were the ancient Olympics held?A. Every year.B. Every other year.C. Every three years.D. Every four years.6. When did the ancient Olympics end?A. In 393 A. D.B. In 67 A. D.C. In the mid-2nd century B. C.D. About 1,500 years ago.7. What is the best title of the text?A. The ancient OlympicsB. The modern OlympicsC. The Olympics developed through yearsD. The Olympics are popular in modern timeCJohn Montefiore's path to graduation from theUniversityofTorontowas a little unusual. He recently completed his bachelor's degree(学士学位) which he started in1995.Montefiore left university in 1996 and tried to tell himself that a degree wasn't necessary for personal success. But it remained unfinished businessuntil he made the decision to return in 2018 at the age 42. At that time, his job development stalled, so he made up his mind to go back to school in order to improve himself and work well in future.The second time around, Montefiore never missed a class and always sat in the front row. He found many courses invaluable and he received the Award of Excellence twice. He found support services played an important role in his successful return. He said, “I hadn't written a paper for years, so I found the college writing centre to be of great use. Before I handed in a paper, they would give me feedback, which was really great. The university has so much built in to help students succeed and I'm so thankful for that.” But he also met difficulties this time. As a student much older than others, he found it harder to make friends with classmates.However, no matter what had happened before, he finally got his bachelor's degree. He said, “After all these years, I had thought it wouldn't mean anything, but it means a lot. I totally understand the value of education now. It's not necessarily the value that other people see in it, but the value it gives me as a person, for my confidence and my self-esteem. It also helps me prepare well before I re-enter the workplace.”8. Why was Montefiore's graduation unusual?A. He had achieved personal success before.B. He understood the importance of a degree.C. He finished his degree at a much older age.D. He began his university study at a young age.9. What does the underlined word "stalled" in paragraph 2 probably mean?A. Stopped.B. Started.C. Survived.D. Succeeded.10. What can we learn about Montefiore from the third paragraph?A. He got good grades very easily.B. He took his study seriously this timeC. He was thankful for his classmates' helpD. He had difficulty using support services.11. What did Montefiore learn from his experience?A. Confidence is important in one's life.B. Others' opinions on education matter a lot.C. Higher education is a must for personal success.D. Education makes one feel better about himself.DA student had to get his long hair cut off in a middle school in GuangDong Province. It was talked a lot among teachers and students.In fact, all schools have their own rules. In most schools, boy students are not allowed to have long hair while girls are not allowed to dye their hair. And most school rules say that students should wear their school uniforms at school. And students must obey these rules so that they can get healthy development at school.But some students have disagreements. They think that boy students having long hair doesn't mean that they are not good students. They want to show their own personality. They think that they would look cool too if they had long hair and the hairstyles like their favorite stars.A girl student thought that she would look much more beautiful if she had brown hair. So she had her dark hair dyed brown one day. When she went back to school the next day, the teacher was very angry with her. Shesaid that she worked hard at her lessons and did well in every subject. She just didn't know why the teacher didn't allow her to dye her hair while women teachers can.It is not wrong for teenagers to love stars' hairstyles or wear their favorite clothes. However, a school has its own rules for all the students to obey so that the school can be in good order. Students should not break the rules at school.12. What aren't boy students allowed to do in most middle schools according to this passage?A. To have long hair.B. To wear uniforms.C. To like famous stars.D. To show their own personalities.13. Why did the girl make her hair brown?A. Because she wanted to be cool.B. Because she thought that she would look much more beautiful.C. Because she wanted to make her teacher angry.D Because women teachers dyed their hair.14. What does the writer think of these school rules?A. The students should be against them.B. They are bad for students.C. They can make schools in good order.D. They can't make students grow healthily.15. What is the passage mainly about?A. Hair styles and clothes.B. Schoolboys and schoolgirls.C. Students and famous stars.D. School rules.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020年北京101中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及答案
2020年北京101中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项APeople in the Middle Ages did eat with their hands. Personal utensils (餐具) were mostly unheard of, especially forks. There were spoons to help serve, but only special guests would receive a knife from the host. Everyone else would be expected to bring their own. Of course, eating with one's hands can be quite a sticky situation, so towels were provided to help diners stay at least somewhat clean as they ate.Still, dining was often a messy affair. At special occasions in the wealthiest households, women tended to dine alone, separate from the men. Women were expected to uphold a quality of grace. Eating greasy meat by hand would certainly not help! Once the men and women had finished their meals, they would come together to socialize.Dietary scholars of the Middle Ages believed that the foods in a meal needed to be served and eaten in order of heaviness. The lightest and most easily digested foods, such as fruits and cheeses, were eaten first to help the digestive (消化) system get started. Once digestion was underway, greens and light meats, such as lettuce, cabbage and chicken, could be eaten. Last came the heavier vegetables and meats, such as carrots, beans, beef, pork, and mutton. This method was considered the most healthful way to eat.The main and largest meal of the day was supper, and it was eaten at midday. Dinner was a light meal, and many of those in nobility (贵族) -the highest levels of the Middle Ages society-skipped breakfast altogether. Breakfast was considered unnecessary for those who did not perform physical work. Snacks and any other eating during the day were viewed the same way. Commoners, or the working class, were allowed to eat breakfast and small meals throughout the day.1. What did people in the Middle Ages usually do at the dinner table?A. They cleaned hands before meals.B. They used personal utensils.C. They had to use knives at dinner.D. They ate mostly with hands.2. What is the third paragraph mainly about?A. The order of eating foods.B. The weight of various foods.C. The principles of digesting foods.D. The list of healthy foods.3. Why did the nobility avoid eating breakfast?A. Breakfast was wasted for the nobility.B. Breakfast was viewed as unnecessary.C. Breakfast was considered as a light meal.D. Breakfast was saved for commoners.BIn the Hollywood industry, most of the studios are using AI to make movies for various reasons such as getting the actors out of danger, replacing the actors indifferent scenes, forming appealing atmosphere to enhance（增强）the views, etc.Directors and producers are using VFX (Visual effects), animations and AI to makea model that looks like the actor and replaces the actor's place. In particular, AI is used in scenes where actor shave to produce certain stunts （特技）to develop setups in the studio artificially. VFX is used to later change the internal studio backgroundsto a different place in the movie.There are many movies with two characters of the same actor. When AI was not a part of the film, editors used different methods to show the two aspects of the same actor in one scene, but now AI is being used to form the second character of the same actor and is being performed to the viewers.By a perfect combination of animation, VFX and AI, realistic models are being created. And the most fun part is the fictitious character can hold the face of the actor but the age, hairstyles, and clothing can be changed to create more enhanced looks according to the movie scene and story. With the help of AI, the directors recreating appealing scenes to enhance the thrill and excitement. InJurassic Park,no dinosaurs were running but with the help of AI and visual effects, we could enjoy the scenes and the atmospheres.The directors and the producers direct to form a green screen including the obstacles and those green screens get replaced with the views that are made from AI and VFX, and the actors make the scenes alive and deliver the most suitable action-packed movie scenes. This method also enhances the viewers' experience, which makes the movie a blockbuster（大片）.4. What does the author intend to tell us in paragraph 1?A. How AI helps actors.B. What AI brings to movies.C. Why AI is applied to movies.D. Where AI is made full use of.5. What can we infer from paragraph 3?A. AI can be used as an editor.B. Editors consider AI irreplaceable.C. Editors used many methods to replace AI.D. AI makes what used to be complex scenes easier.6. What's the author's attitude to using VFX, animations and AI in movies?A. Supportive.B. Sceptical.C. Unconcerned.D. Enthusiastic.7. Which of the following could be the best title for thetext?A. What AI Brings Out Hollywood MoviesB. Why AI Is Applied to Hollywood MoviesC. Which Hollywood Movies Make Much Use of AID. How AI Is Being Applied to Hollywood MoviesCAs a 51-year-old first-aid responder since 1984, Jeffrey never knows what type of situation he might walk into, or who he'll meet along the wayTen years into the job, Jeffrey received a call that reported that a man in his early 30s had fallen down in the Mall of America. When Jeffrey and his partner arrived at the scene, they found the young male face down on the ground. He had gone unconscious, making weak attempts to breathe. His wife stood beside him holding their small son in horror. They quickly rushed to calm the man to keep him under control and offer necessary first aid. After Jeffrey dropped the patient off at the neighboring hospital, he thought about the man and his family for a long time.Jeffrey thought he had experienced everything under the sun until one random visit to Office Max three years ago, where he met a man repeatedly walking back and forth while staring at him. As it turned out, the man was the patient he had saved 20 years earlier."You gave me 20 years more than I ever thought I'd have," the man said. He thanked Jeffrey repeatedly and told him he had someone he wanted him to meet. He stepped around the corner and reappeared with a20-something-year-old man. Jeffrey instantly knew that it was the son he had seen standing by his mother all those years ago"That day changed my life," Jeffrey said. "Before that, everything was about work…When I talk to my beginner-training class, I tell them you never know the effect you can have on someone's life."8. What did Jeffrey do with the young man?A. He cured the man at the scene.B. He took care of the man's wife and son.C. He only sent the man to hospital.D. He did what was needed9. What did Jeffrey think of the encounter with the man at Office Max?A. It was a common routine.B. It was troublesomeC. It was unbelievableD. It was a dangerous situation.10. Why was the man thankful to Jeffrey?A. Jeffrey helped bring up his little sonB. Jeffrey donated to support his family.C. Jeffrey's help gave him the present happy life.D. Jeffrey's kindness taught his son to be a new doctor.11. How did the meeting change Jeffrey's life?A. He was rewarded with much moneyB. He changed his attitude to his job.C. He got a promotion to be a team leader.D. He took up teaching work to train newcomers.DOne-year-old Tallulah turned purple and stopped moving after the sweet became stuck in her throat. Her mum Leigh-Anne said the drama began during a visit to her grandma’s house when her grandparents gave her older kids some sweets.“Then at about 4:45 pm, Tallulah started to choke—we all went into a panic.”“It seemed like it went on for ages. Not one of us knew what to do.”“I rang an ambulance while my grandma and granddad tried to get the sweet to come up.”“Tallulah was panicking at first but then she started to go purple—she almost had no oxygen left in her.”With her daughter limp (无力的) and time running out, Leigh—Anne knew she couldn’t afford to wait for the ambulance to arrive.“The only thing I could think was to go out into the street.” She said.“I rushed out and screamed for someone to help while my grandma rushed out crying with Tallulah.”At exactly the moment, Caitlin, who is studying public services atRedcarCollege, was passing byQueen Street. She said, “I was waiting to go to work when I heard someone screaming for help, so I ran straight over.”The 17-year-old girl added, “Something just clicked and I went into auto mode. The little girl was completely limp, so I checked her airways and tilted (使倾斜) her over and started hitting her back. I turned her round and tapped on her chest, then after what felt like forever she coughed up the sweet and spat it out.As soon as she started crying I felt a huge relief. I was just so pleased I was able to help.”Caitlin was taught her lifesaving skills when she joined the Army Cadets four years ago.12. When did Tallulah get choked?A. While eating sweets.B. While enjoying a drama.C. While having a meal.D. While taking some medicine.13. Why did the family go out into the street?A. To buy some needed tools.B. To search for timely help.C. To get a breath of fresh air.D. To wait for the ambulance to arrive.14. Which of the following can best describe Caitlin?A. Brave and selfless.B. Kind and energetic.C. Determined and generous.D. Quick-thinking and helpful.15. What may be the best title for the text?A. First aid skill sounds important.B. Screaming for help makes sense.C. Eating sweets endangers baby girl.D. Heroic teenager saves baby girl’s life.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年北京101中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析
2020-2021学年北京101中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项APrague is one of Europe's most magical cities with its postcard views. To experience the best of Prague, we've put together a walking guide to help you explore the city. Choosing this self-guided tour means that you can do it at your own pace.Vrtba GardenOne of Prague's most beautiful and precious gardens. The garden dates back to 1720 with its old school Italian baroque style. This is one of Prague's lesser known attractions so you may not find many tourists around, but it's well worth the visit and a great way to start your walking tour of Prague.Address:Kamelitsksá, 373/25, 118 00 Praha 1-Malá Strana, CzechiaSaint Nicholas ChurchThe most famous church in Prague is the Saint Nicholas Church. Three generations of great architects took around 100 years to build this magnificent church. The church remains active to this day, so why not go and have a close look at the church?Address:Malostranské nám., 118 00 Praha I-Malá Strana, CzechiaPrague CastleSituated on a hill on the left bank of river Vitava, the Prague Castle is roughly the size of seven football fields, which is the largest ancient castle in the world, so there's a lot to see. The Prague Castle has been rebuilt many times through the centuries, so it is an obvious mix of architectural styles.Address:119 08 Prague 1, CzechiaLennon WallThe wall is not just a memorial for John Lennon and his ideas for peace. It speaks highly of freedom of speech and is a form of non-violent rebellion of Czech youth who fought against authorities during 1980.Address:Velkopřevorské náměstí, 100 00 Praha 1, Czechia1.What is the advantage of the self-guided tour?A.It offers tourists a visit to Prague for free.B.It provides a guide to help with the tour.C.There is no need for tourists to rush.D.There are many beautiful postcards on sale.2.What is said about Vrtba Garden?A.It is the oldest garden in Prague.B.It has already attracted most tourists.C.It is a good choice to begin your tour.D.It is the only one in Italian baroque style.3.What should you do when visiting the Prague Castle?A.You should allow more time to explore the site.B.You should have a good time playing football.C.You should research the history of the Castle.D.You should be careful when crossing the river Vitava.BIt is universally acknowledged that renewable energy sources such as solar, wind and hydropower are all much better for the climate than fossil fuels.It is true for wind and solar. However, the picture for hydropower is more complicated than we think.A new study by the Environmental Defense Fund analyzed the climate impacts of 1,500 hydropower facilities across the globe. That accounts for about half of hydropower generation worldwide. The researchers looked at whether the facilities behave as a greenhouse gas sink or as a source. To figure this out, they looked into all the different components that help determine a hydropower facility's greenhouse gasemissions (排放).“There are so many contributors to greenhouse gas emissions from hydropower — but essentially, the majority of greenhouse gas emissions arise from the reservoir (水库) itself, as vegetation and soils are submerged underwater in the dam thatis used for the hydropower generation.” said lissa Ocko, a senior climate scientist at the Environmental Defense Fund and co-author of the study. As the submerged vegetation breaks down, it releases greenhouse gases such as CO2.“The larger the surface area of the reservoir, the more greenhouse gases are going to be given out from that reservoir. Also, the temperature plays a role as well how warm the reservoir is will affect how much greenhouse gases are produced and given out from the reservoir.” added Ocko.Through their analysis, Ocko and her co-author Steven Hamburg, also with the Environmental Defense Fund, discovered that the climate impacts of hydropower cover a complete range. The good news is that some facilitiesperform just as well as wind and solar. But shockingly, more than 100 facilities are actually worse for the climate than fossil fuels. The study is in the journalEnvironmentalScience and Technology.This finding doesn't mean we should forget about hydropower. “But we just need to be careful to make sure that we have climate benefits. There are a lot of situations where hydropower can be equal to wind and solar. So it really depends on the specific facility." said Ocko.4. How do scientists prove hydropower facilities' effect on the climate?A. By making comparisons.B. By conducting experiments.C. By referring to previous studies.D. By analyzing causes and effects.5. What are the main sources of greenhouse gases from hydropower?A. Vegetation and soils.B. Heat and sunlight.C. Pollutants in the reservoir.D. Components of the generators.6. What have Ocko and her co-author Steven Hamburg found?A The surface area of a reservoir decides the climate.B. Hydropower often influences the climate in all aspects.C. Some facilities perform much better than wind and solar.D. Fossil fuels are worse for the climate than over 100 facilities.7. What is the text mainly about?A. Scientists urge an end to hydropower.B. Hydropower is not necessarily green.C. Hydropower is worse than fossil fuels.D. Renewable energy is a complicated issue.COn World Oceans Day, which falls on June 8, the US National Geographic Society announced it would recognize the Southern Ocean in Antarctica, bringing the global total to five.Unlike the Arctic, Atlantic, Indian and PacificOceans—which are defined by the continents that bound them—the Southern Ocean is instead characterized by the Antarctic Circumpolar Current（南极洋流）. According to the National Geographic, the Southern Ocean includes most of the waters surrounding Antarcticaout to 60 degrees south latitude（纬度）."Encircled by the powerfully swift ACC, it is the only ocean to touch three others and to completely embrace a continent rather than being embraced by them," Sylvia Earle, a marine biologist and oceanographer, told theDaily Mail.Those familiar with the Southern Ocean know it's unlike any other. "Anyone who has been there will struggle to explain what's so charming about it, but they'll all agree that the glaciers are bluer, the air colder, the mountains more awful and the landscapes morecaptivatingthan anywhere else you can go," Seth Sykora-Bodie, a marine scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, told National Geographic.National Geographic hopes their revised maps will bring public awareness to the region, thereby encouraging Southern Ocean conservation—but its significance is beyond that."We think it's really important from an educational standpoint, as well as from a map-labeling standpoint, to bring attention to the Southern Ocean as a fifth ocean," Alex Tait, National Geographic Society geographer, told The Post. "So when students learn about parts of the ocean world, they learn it's an interconnected ocean, and they learn there are these regions called oceans that are really important, and there's a distinct one in the icy waters around Antarctica."8. Why is the Southern Ocean different from other oceans?A. It has never been explored before.B. It surrounds the Antarctic all around.C. It is enclosed by the fast-flowing ACC.D. It has ecologically distinct environment.9. What does the underlined word "captivating" in paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Strange.B. Unusual.C. Attractive.D. Informal.10. What does the National Geographic think of the Southern Ocean?A. It will be instructive for students.B. It will promote tourism development.C. It will encourage public to treasure water.D. It will draw scientists to study in the Antarctic.11. What is the best title for the text?A. World Oceans DayB. Revised Antarctic MapsC. Adding a New OceanD. New Discovery under the SeaDA growing body of research is revealing associations between birth defects (缺陷) and a father's age, alcoholuse and environmental factors, say researchers atGeorgetown University Medical Center. They say these defects result from epigenetic changes that can potentially affect multiple generations.The study, published in theAmerican Journal of Stem Cells, suggest both parents contribute to the health status of their offspring — a common sense conclusion which science is only now beginning to demonstrate, says the study's senior investigator, Joanna Kitlinska, PhD, an associate professor in biochemistry, and molecular and cellular biology.“We know the nutritional, hormonal and psychological environment provided by the mother permanently influences organ structure, cellular response and gene expression in her offspring,” she says.“But our study shows the same thing to be true with fathers — his lifestyle, and how old he is, can be reflected in molecules that control gene function,” she says. “In this way, a father can affect not only his immediate offspring, but future generations as well.”For example, a newborn can be diagnosed with fetal (胎儿的) alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), even though the mother has never consumed alcohol, Kitlinska says. “Up to 75 percent of children with FASD have biological fathers who are alcoholics, suggesting that preconceptual paternal alcohol consumption negatively impacts their offspring.”Advanced age of a father is correlated with elevated rates of certain diseases, and birth defects in his children.A limited diet during a father’s preadolescence has been linked to reduced risk of cardiovascular death in his children and grandchildren. Paternal obesity is linked to enlarged fat cells, changes in metabolic regulation, diabetes, obesity and development of brain cancer. Psychosocial stress on the father is linked to defective behavioral traits in his offspring. And paternal alcohol use leads to decreased newborn birth weight, marked reduction in overall brain size and impaired cognitive function.“This new field of inherited paternal epigenetics needs to be organized into clinically applicable recommendations and lifestyle alternations,” Kitlinska says. “And to really understand the epigenetic influences of a child, we need to study the interplay between maternal and paternal effects, as opposed to considering each in isolation.”12. What’s the message the writer conveys in the passage?A. Both parents contribute to the health status of their offspring.B. Father’s age and lifestyle are tied to birth defects.C. Father plays a more critical role in birth defects.D. Birth defects can potentially affect multiple generations.13. What can we infer from the example in Paragraph 5?A. FASD can only be diagnosed in a newborn whose father is addicted to alcohol.B. A newborn will not contract FASD if his mother has never consumed alcohol.C. A father’s lifestyle can negatively impact his offspring.D. Most children have biological fathers who are alcoholics.14. Which of the following situations is less likely to lead to children’s birth defects?A. Having a father with a limited diet.B. Having a father who is an alcoholic.C. Having an overweight father.D. Having a father with psychosocial stress.15. What will the research probably continue to focus on in the part that follows?A. The maternal epigenetic influences of a child.B. The ways to avoid negative paternal influence on children.C. The clinical application of the research findings.D. The interaction between maternal and paternal effects.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
北京一零一中学2020-2021学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
北京101中学2020-2021学年上学期高二年级期中考试英语试卷（考试时间：100分钟，试卷满分：120分）第一部分：听力理解（共三节，共20分）第一节（共5 小题；每小题1分，共5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话你将听一遍。
1. What has the woman got for her mother?A. B. C.2. When does the concert start?A. At 6:30 PM.B. At 6:50 PM.C. At 7:30 PM.3. What does the woman think of the scarf?A. It’s expensive.B. It’s a bargain.C. It’s poorly made.4. Why does the woman make the call?A. To make an appointment.B. To make an invitation.C. To make a suggestion.5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. Places in the brochure.B. Hunting in Alaska.C. Plans for vacation.第二节（共10 小题；每小题1分，共10分）听下面4段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从每题所给的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5秒钟的时间阅读每小题。
听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白你将听两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6. How does the woman feel about starting a band?A. Excited.B. Surprised.C. Unconcerned.7. What kind of music does the man like?A. Music with great lyrics.B. Music he can dance to.C. Music that is loud and noisy.听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
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北京市101中学2020学年高二英语上学期期中试题本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部分，共120分。
考试时间100分钟。
第I卷选择题（共69分）第一部分：听力理解（共三节，20分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，共5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话你将听一遍。
例：What is the man going to read?A. A newspaper.B. A magazine.C. A book.答案是A。
1. Where are the two speakers?A. On the plane.B. On the bus.C. On the train.2. What is the weather going to be like this weekend?A. Sunny.B. Cloudy.C. Rainy.3. Who is the woman?A. A cleaner.B. A secretary.C. A manager.4. What will the woman probably do during the holiday?A. Visit her sister.B. Shop in her city.C. Travel in Hangzhou.5. Why can’t the woman take the direct route?A. The road is under construction.B. The right-hand lane is closed.C. There is no exit.第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，共10分）听下面4段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几道小题，从每题所给的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5秒钟的时间阅读每小题。
听完后，每小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白你将听两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。
6. What can we learn about the woman?A. She didn’t watch the football game.B. She is not interested in football.C. She doesn’t work hard.7. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A football player.B. A football match.C. A football fan.听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. Why does the woman do research?A. To study what music people prefer.B. To show us that music is important.C. To understand how music influences people.9. What will the man do to help with the report?A. Design the report.B. Answer questions.C. Hand out questionnaires.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What happened to Betty?A. She was disturbed at the concert.B. She was removed by security.C. She fought with a boy.11. What can we learn about Betty?A. She doesn’t like children.B. She often goes to concerts.C. She seldom argues with others.12. What does the man suggest Betty do?A. Leave the theatre.B. Ask for help.C. Fight back.听第9段材料，回答第13至15题。
13. Why did Jane miss the film?A. She was sick in hospital.B. She got caught in the rain.C. She had to take care of her sister.14. What impressed the speaker most?A. The plot.B. The acting.C. The setting.15. What’s the speak er doing?A. Leaving a message.B. Making an appointment.C. Giving a lecture.第三节（共5小题；每小题1分，共5分）听下面一段对话，完成第16至20五道小题，每小题仅填写一个．．词。
听对话前，你将有20秒钟的时间阅读试题，听完后你将有60秒钟的作答时间。
这段对话你将听两遍。
第二部分：知识运用完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，共20分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
Counting the votes took about five minutes, but it seemed like an hour for me. Captain of the cheerleaders is quite an honor. At least that’s what I was 21 .As Coach Maguire appeared, all eyes zeroed in 22 her.“Girls,” she began. “It’s my pleasure to announce that Terry Shaw has been elected Captain o f the cheerleading team.” A great cheer was heard throughout the gym.How 23 this be? I hadn’t 24 a practice, or a game, in the three years. Was everyone blind? Didn’t they realize that I had worked three years to 25 the title?All the way home, I sobbed. The next morning, I held my uniform close to me. I knew I couldn’t 26 . As heartbroken as I was, my true love was 27 with my teammates.How very 28 it was to go to that first practice after Terry had been named captain. When I arrived, Terry asked me if I had any ideas on how to improve our routines and talked about how we could make the team better. We? Was she kidding? I just wanted to 29 her and she kept making it harder and harder for me to do that. It wasn’t jus t that she showed interest in me—her interest was warm and 30 .Terry always made sure to 31 me when discussing changes in ourroutine and eventually I 32 myself and we grew to be very close friends.At the end of the year, the annual Sports Award Banquet was organized. We decorated the hall, talking about all the good times we had 33 during our last year together. I just wanted to 34 that moment in time.Later in the evening we arrived and listened as the various trophies were awarded to the most valuable player of each sports team. Of course the team captains all received trophies too. With great 35 I cheered for Terry.Just as Terry walked off the stage, Coach Maguire stepped up to the microphone again and announced that there was one final trophy to be awarded. The cheerleading “Spirit Award” would now be presented to the girl who showed the most dedicated 36 .When I heard my name announced I imagined I was as 37 . Terry was coming toward me. We hugged each ot her, and Terry whispered, “Nobody38 this more than you.”Terry never knew that quitting was all I had on my mind the day she was named captain. She read the 39 in my shallow words of congratulations and embraced me in spite of myself, planting tiny seeds of kindness and respect. From her effort grew a 40 that, to this day, I hold close to my heart.21. A. expecting B. offering C. regretting D. designing22. A. for B. on C. with D. about23. A. dared B. would C. might D. could24. A. watched B. accepted C. missed D.followed25. A. hold B. earn C. give D. defend26. A. quit B. delay C. practice D. reply27. A. competing B. studying C. cheering D.communicating28. A. hard B. pleasant C. normal D. unforgettable29. A. persuade B. inspire C. frighten D. hate30. A. wide B. sincere C. proper D. funny31. A. teach B. praise C. control D. include32. A. punished B. hid C. overcame D. embarrassed33. A. wasted B. shared C. needed D. found34. A. freeze B. recall C. spare D. choose35. A. confidence B. politeness C. enthusiasm D. curiosity36. A. effort B. trust C. memory D. attention37. A. nervous B. shocked C. determined D. proud38. A. doubts B. completes C. deserves D. requires39. A. admiration B. sympathy C. courage D. disappointment40. A. belief B. challenge C. promise D. friendship第三部分：阅读理解（共17小题；每小题2分，共34分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。