高三英语上学期期中考试试题
福建省泉州市2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中考试 英语含答案
福建省泉州2025届高中毕业班英语检测2024.11高三英语（答案在最后）本试卷共19题满分150分考试时间：120分钟注意事项：1．答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上．2．考生作答时，将答案答在答题卡上．请按照题号在各题的答题区域（黑色线框）内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效．在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效．3．选择题答案使用2B铅笔填涂，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号；非选择题答案使用0.5毫米的黑色中性（签字）笔或碳素笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚．4．保持答题卡卡面清洁，不折叠、不破损．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回．一、听力选择题1．What has Peter been doing to annoy Wendy?A．Studying late at night.B．Using up all the milk.C．Leaving the milk out.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
2．Where are the speakers probably?A．On a game show.B．In a spaceship.C．In a bank.3．Who was the first woman in space?A．Anna Edison.B．Sally K.Ride.C．Valentina Tereshkova.4．What does the man say about the boss?A．He is tall.B．He is kind.C．He is childlike. 5．What is the man trying to do?A．Sit down.B．Buy a chair.C．Take a seat back. 6．Where will the speakers meet the woman’s mother?A．At the farm house.B．At the restaurant.C．At the hotel bar.二、完形填空Gang(团伙)tensions were rising at Southwood High School.Some community activists held a(n)7meeting with parents and the principal.A group of the fathers8 decided it was time to make their9known on campus.That’s how Dads on Duty was born with its goal—make sure the kids are safe.Around40 men organized into six-person shifts,with two shifts on campus every day.They10the day after the meeting.These people11their own schedules and commitments without complaint.Some of them are fathers of kids at the school,while others are not but expect the youth in their community to know they have an entire village behind them.Now,anyone who wants to enter the school with12will have to avoid energetic papa bears,big smiles and many dad jokes.It’s hard to be a tough guy when somebody’s uncle has just13you into checking your shoelaces for countless times,only to find that they are not, in fact,untied.Since Dads on Duty arrived on campus,gang battles have dramatically declined.“The school has been happy,you can feel it,”said one student.Another told the Washington Post,“They 14all the kids like we’re their own children.”The dads aren’t meant to15security guards.If they do see a fight may occur,they get security on the scene as soon as possible.Their presence is meant to be more16 than reactionary.7．A．private B．difficult C．emergency D．scheduled 8．A．on duty B．in attendance C．at work D．under guard 9．A．voice B．status C．effort D．presence 10．A．started B．practiced C．gathered D．prepared 11．A．check B．maintain C．sacrifice D．arrange 12．A．confusion B．anger C．fright D．shock 13．A．tricked B．persuaded C．forced D．scared 14．A．trust in B．interact with C．make fun of D．look up to15．A．change B．become C．replace D．criticize 16．A．practical B．extraordinary C．temporary D．preventive三、阅读理解The only words you need to say after receiving a compliment(赞美)are“thank you”.But you know that's easier said than done.There are many reasons why you have a hard time accepting compliments.17It's a three step process.First,believe what people tell you.If you're still having a hard time taking the compliment,double check.And if it's still hard to accept then you'll have to check yourself.18For example,if you're six feet tall and I say,“Wow,you're tall!”I'm being honest.I'm five foot nine,so plenty of people are tall compared to me.I'm expressing that subjectively,from my shorter vantage point,you are tall.I'm not saying everyone would agree with me.Just like if I say City of God is a great movie,I'm not saying you have to think it's a great movie.You have to listen carefully to compliments.It's not always obvious if you're being complimented for something only others can observe.If you are five foot six inches tall,and weigh seventy pounds,I would say you are slim.But if you are comparing yourself to someone who is shorter,and weighs five pounds less than you,you might call yourself plump.In this extreme example,the outside perspective is more accurate than the internal one.19 If you're still struggling to accept a compliment,you don't just have to take someone at their word.It can be hard to accept an opinion when it's the opposite of yours,so call in reinforcements. Ask someone else what they think.20You can ask two or three or four more people if two isn't enough.21If you mislead or lie to people about your opinions,then it's not surprising that you have a hard time trusting that people's compliments are genuine.Be more honest with people around you,and you'll find it much easier to believe what people say about you.A．They will be the tie breaker.B．You can check with someone else instead.C．The causes are complicated but the path to accepting compliments is simpler.D．How honest are you with your friends and family when they ask for your opinion? E．When someone is trying to pay you a compliment,they are speaking subjectively. F．When someone pays you a compliment,they are speaking about something that is observable. G．Similarly,when I call you smart or funny,I'm commenting based on my definition of smart or funny,that's how I see you.Have you considered contributing your skills and expertise virtually towards achieving sustainable human development efforts?Through the Online Volunteering service of the United Nations Volunteers(UNV)programme,you can connect with UN agencies,governments,public institutions and civil society organizations—from any device,anywhere in the world.While extending your network,you can also get first-hand practical experience.Requirements:·To sign up on the Unified Volunteering Platform and apply for Online Volunteer assignments,you must be at least18years of age.·There is no particular background required to become an Online Volunteer.Each Online Volunteer assignment is different and has its own requirements,set by the host organization.·As an Online Volunteer,you can only support organizations remotely in assignments up to20 hours per week for a maximum of12weeks for each assignment.Criteria and service rules:·Online Volunteers are not under contract with the UNV programme or the engaging organization.·Online Volunteers do not receive any kind of financial benefits.·For each Online Volunteering assignment,a maximum of25Online Volunteers can be engaged. Procedures:·Volunteers find assignments of their interest and apply.·Organizations select the volunteers they want to engage.·Volunteers and organizations work together online.·Volunteers and organizations provide feedback on their cooperation.·Organizations issue an electronic certificate of appreciation to their volunteers. 22．Through the UNV programme,one can______.A．travel around the world B．improve their network skillsC．set up civil society organizations D．work on sustainable development23．Which is a requirement for the applicants?A．Being no less than18years.B．Finishing25online assignments.C．Working at least20hours a week.D．Having some practical experience.24．When working in the UNV programme,volunteers will______.A．sign a contract with an organizationB．find tasks of their interest and applyC．get a paper certificate of appreciationD．receive some kind of financial benefitsYou may not get enough physical activity throughout the day,especially since sitting still is required or encouraged in many jobs,at school,and in social situations.But there’s something you should know.Being physically inactive or sedentary(久坐不动的)can increase health risks.25What counts as being physically inactive?While there is no strict definition of what can be considered a sedentary lifestyle, researchers have a few different measures to assess what a sedentary lifestyle is.One measure is the time an individual spends seated or reclining(向后倚靠)during waking hours.26 Some other researchers label people inactive or sedentary if they take fewer than5,000pedometer (计步器)steps per day.27In the short term,being inactive can increase depression or anxiety.It can also affect the way the body processes fats and sugars in the diet and lead to some weight gain if you aren’t burning enough calories.Over the long term,sedentary lifestyles increase the risk of death from cardiovascular(心血管的)disease,diabetes,and cancer.How can you prevent being inactive?Health authorities recommend exercise at a medium level for either30minutes a day for five days a week or a total of2hours and30minutes per week.Walking is an easy activity to add to your day.28A pedometer or fitness band can show you whether you are getting enough steps.Many people aim to take10,000steps per day,which indicates that you have met your daily physical activity goal.29but the value of being more physically active is worth it for its many benefits.A．How harmful is it?B．What’s the drawback of sedentary lifestyle?C．Fixing a sedentary lifestyle takes some conscious effort at first,D．Now let’s learn about whether you might be classified as inactive or sedentary. E．Simply walking more or doing household chores positively impacts health,F．It can work to break up sitting time and add steps hourly throughout the day. G．Spending four to six waking hours sitting or lying down is considered sedentary.TikTok has many clever tips and tricks to make life a little easier.From creative advice to practical skills,there is something for everyone on the video sharing App.Many of these methods have left viewers open-mouthed at their simplicity or scratching their heads as why they hadn’t thought of them first.But to save you some boring scrolling(滚屏),we have made a list of the best TikTok life tips in2021.Ready to be impressed?Chop onionsChopping onions is an emotional experience or,at least,it looks it.The vegetable can make us tear up,and salty liquid flowing down your cheeks is never a stylish look.However,a woman created a makeshift protective gear out of a hooded sweatshirt(连帽运动衫)and a pan cover. Next step,New York Fashion Week.Clean car headlightsIt is vital that your cars headlights stay in good working order so as to keep you safe.If yours are fogged up,just use a lemon and some baking soda.Many netizens have claimed that this method can save them some serious cash.Bathe your dogIf your dog hates having a bath,why not try peanut butter?While this one may seem ridiculous,one TikTok video has shown it is effective.In the clip the pet can be seen licking it off the side of the tub,as the owner cleans his fur.“I don’t even know I am having a bath.All I know is peanut butter,”the caption(字幕)reads.30．What can we infer from the first TikTok life tip?A．Chopping onions can make you upset.B．You can find the protective gear in New York.C．The makeshift protective gear is creative.D．It’s stylish to have tears flowing down your cheeks.31．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?A．The tips and tricks sound easy but are difficult to apply.B．You can use a lemon and some baking soda to bathe your dog.C．Cleaning car headlights with a lemon and some baking soda is economical.D．The author finds bathing a dog with the help of peanut butter ridiculous. 32．What’s the author’s purpose in writing this passage?A．To analyze the reasons why people like TikTok.B．To share some clever tips and tricks found on TikTok.C．To come up with some practical suggestions on TikTok.D．To call on people to share more tips and tricks on TikTok.What motivates you to work or study harder?Is it the thought of success and all the amazing things that you can achieve,or is it the fear of failure and worry about all the things that can go wrong for you?Leaders,managers,and teachers have often used one of these ideas to inspire people to work harder and achieve more.33A recent study looked at the effect of fear-based strategies on British secondary school students.They found that if a test is seen as important,and students are optimistic that they can succeed,then the fear of failure can be used successfully by teachers to motivate these learners. However,if students are not confident,fear-based approaches could cause feelings of anxiety. 34The study also found that if students don’t care about the test,then,unsurprisingly,the fear of failure is not likely to motivate them.35It’s a fact that most new companies will fail.But does this motivate or prevent business people?Again,it’s not straightforward.The personal consequences of failure can be significant,and so founders may be motivated to work harder to avoid them.A study carried out on British and Canadian businessmen found that fear of failure can improve problem solving,as people are motivated to anticipate and resolve potential issues.36So it will help their business in the long run.37It can drive confident people to do better,but it can also increase our doubtsand turn them into barriers.A．It may motivate them more.B．But is one better than the other?C．Fear-based motivation is complicated.D．Then it can in turn lead them to do worse.E．Businessmen often run the risk of failure.F．They may also be inspired to learn new things.G．Is this idea beneficial for you to succeed?四、语法填空38．Beijing Olympic Park,also(know)as the Olympic Green,is located in Chaoyang District,Beijing,with a total land area of11.59square kilometers.（所给词的适当形式填空）五、书信写作39．假设你是红星中学高三学生李华，你和你校交换生Jim准备联合参加学校组织的校园文创设计大赛(Campus Cultural and Creative Design Competition),请给Jim发邮件，内容包括：1.分享你的创意;2.询问Jim的建议。
2024-2025学年黑龙江省哈尔滨市第九中学 高三上学期期中考试英语试卷
2024-2025学年黑龙江省哈尔滨市第九中学高三上学期期中考试英语试卷17th iPhone Photography AWARDS Call for Entries●CategoriesAbstract, Animals, Architecture, Children, City life/ Cityscape, Landscape, Lifestyle, Nature, People, Portrait, Series (3 images), Still Life, Travel, Other.●RequirementsEntries are open worldwide to photographers using an iPhone or iPad. Photos should not be published previously anywhere. The posts on personal accounts (Facebook, Instagram etc.) are suitable. The photos should not be changed in any desktop image processing program such as Photoshop. It is OK to use any IOS apps.The submissions must be in the original size or not smaller than 1000 pixels in either height or width.●Prize sAll photographers compete for the 4 IPPAWARDS Photographers of the Year. Grand Prize, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.Grand Prizes: All entries compete for the famous IPPA Photographer of the Year Award title.14 Gold Bars: The 1st place winner of the 14 categories will win a Gold Bar from the most recognizable private gold mint in the world.14 Platinum (白金) Bars: The 2nd and 3rd place winners of the 14 categories will win a Platinum Bar from the most recognizable private gold mint in the world.Certificates in all Categories: All 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners from each categories will receive a IPPAWARDS certificate.Honorable Mentions: IPPAWARDS judges will award several Honorable Mention to entries to acknowledge talent as they consider fit.●How to Enter:1. Select how many images you want to enter.2. Follow the check-out process to pay the entry fee.3. Select your images and upload; click here to start. If possible, please name each image with your name and the category you are submitting like this: “First Name-LastName-Category. jpg”●Deadline: October 30, 20241. What makes a qualified entry for the competition as an iPhone user?A．An unused original photo. B．An 800-pixel photo.C．A two-image Series. D．A published photo.2. What prize will you get if you win the second place in Architecture?A．Gold Bar. B．Platinum Bar.C．Honorable Mention. D．Grand prize.3. Where can you see this text probably?A．In a photography magazine. B．In a photography guidebookC．On a photography website. D．In an iPhone manual bookOrion Jean is a kid on a mission. His goal is to spread kindness and inspire others to do the same.It all started last year when Orion’s elementary school teacher suggested that the then 9-year-old enter the National Kindness Speech Contest. “I decided that I was just going to give it a shot and see how it would go,” Orion tells us. He gave a speech about how kindness could “change a nation,” and won the competition, receiving a $500 cash prize.He quickly realized he wasn’t going to use all of that money. “I’m a kid,” he says, “I have everything that I could ever want. But there are people who don’t.”Orion, who says his parents always taught him that “kindness is a virtue that we should all try to possess,” came up with the idea of the Race to Kindness campaign - a series of events to help others. Orion describes the campaign as “just an idea where I w ould spread kindness and people would be able to join the race by spreading kindness in their own communities.” He decided to start by helping children with health problems in the hospital, saying, “What better way to amuse a kid than a toy?” So, he used h is winnings to buy as many toys as possible and launched a toy fair to gather more. He collected over 600 toys, which were donated to the Children’s Health Hospital in Dallas in 2021.But Orion was just getting started. After the toy fair, he launched an ambitious “Race to 100, 000 meals” to help food-insecure people in his community. Race to Kindness partnered with a local nonprofit organization to help get 100, 000 meals donated and to feed people who might not have had a meal for Thanksgiving. The resul t? “We were able to not only reach but also surpass our goal of 100, 000 meals,” he says.In May 2022, the kindness activist decided to launch “Race to 500, 000 Books” to help families who couldn’t afford books or live in “book deserts”. When asked why he thinks of books, “I’m a huge book fan,” Orion shares, “and studies show that children who have books in their homes do better academically.”4. What does the underlined words “give it a shot” mean in Paragraph 2?A．Have a try. B．Give a hand.C．Get a big head. D．Have second thoughts.5. What helps Orion bring about the idea of the Race to Kindness campaign?A．His great passion for racing.B．His unused toys all over the place.C．Family education from his childhood.D．Heartbreaking scenes in the hospital.6. Which of the following can best describe the young boy Orion?A．Creative and childish. B．Kind and straightforward.C．Easy-going and sympathetic. D．Generous and enterprising.7. What is most likely to be discussed in the following paragraph of the passage?A．How the studies affect academic performance.B．The final outcome of Orion’s toy-gathering event.C．Orion’s future career planning after his graduation.D．The achievement of the Race to 500, 000 Books campaign.When adult humans meet a baby, many can’t help speaking in a higher-pitched (更高音的), sing-song y voice. This shift, known as parentese, is not unique to humans — it has also been observed in animals like monkeys and gorillas. Now, scientists are adding one more species to that list: bottlenose dolphins.Dolphins are intelligent animals that live and hunt in groups. They communicate in a unique way: every individual produces its own signature sound that acts much like an ID card, usually by its first birthday. But how does each come up with its distinctive whistle? For babies, it might have something to do with listening to Mum. To solve this mystery, researchers examined the sounds mother dolphins, make.Scientists studied 34 years’ worth of recordings of sounds made by 19 female bottlenose dolphins. When the mother dolphins were near their young, they continued to make their signature sound, but at a higher frequency. They also used a wider range of frequencies than they did when their babies were not nearby.This discovery suggests that using these modifications mother dolphins assist their young in learning how to produce these calls themselves. Since dolphin babies often spend some years with their mothers before living on their own, it makes sense that this adaptation would help them learn to communicate. At the very least, the higher-pitched whistle likely gets the babies’ attention. “It’s important for a baby to know,’ Oh, Mum’s talking to me now,’” says marine biologist June Mann. This kind of research could help us understan d how language developed in humans. “It is absolutely essential to have basic knowledge about other species and how they communicate,” says Mann. “I would be really interested to see whether dolphins also change their sounds when interacting with babies of others, which is what happens in humans.”8. What do the underlined words “this mystery ”refer to in paragraph 2?A．Why dolphins live and play in groups.B．How dolphins develop their unique sounds.C．What aspects of intelligence dolphins possess.D．Whether dolphins can use parentese like humans.9. How did the researchers carry out their study of dolphins?A．By analyzing mother dolphins’ sound features.B．By recording parent-child interaction frequency.C．By measuring the distance between parent and child.D．By examining the speech organs of mother dolphins.10. What is a suggested reason why dolphin mothers use parentese with their young?A．To help them learn to talk. B．To teach them hunting skills.C．To express worry and care. D．To distract their attention.11. What is the purpose of the text?A．To compare the parentese of humans and dolphins.B．To illustrate the development of dolphin intelligence.C．To share new findings about dolphin communication.D．To highlight the value of studying dolph ins’ language.If a stranger offered you a free cookie, you might well eat it. But what if they offered to also give you $2? You might politely decline and walk away thinking. “Something smells fishy.”In a study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, researchers found that people tend to turn down offers of “free money,” as well as unusually cheap services, because they seem “too good to be true.”In the initial experiment, nearly 40 percent of participants ate a cookie offered freely— compared with about 20 percent of those offered $2 as well. “People typically imagine things like someone did something disgusting to the cookie,” says study lead author Andrew J. Vonasch, a psychological scientist at the University of Canterbury in NewZealand.Nine further experiments used online questionnaires to present other cases. These included being offered money to accept a ride home and surprisingly cheap flights. In each case, past a certain threshold (门槛), higher potential money gain reduced part icipants’ likelihood of accepting the offer.Vonasch says the study illustrates that contrary to the “standard economic model,” which supposes humans always seek to maximize gains, transactions (交易) need to also be understood as social interactions between people trying to understand each other’s minds.If someone seems to violate accepted norms, such as self- interest, without any explanation, we assume they have hidden motives and infer there will be “phantom (幻影) costs”, imagined consequences that reduce what Vonasch calls an offer’s “psychological value”. Factors beyond the present moment may come into play. “Understanding that others’ perceived overgenerosity may put us in their debt could also help explain people’s reluctance,” says Vonasch.The researchers also showed how to make the effect less severe: simply provide a reason for the deal. The “cheap flights” experiment included a condition where the seats were revealed to be very uncomfortable. “Uncomfortable seats aren’t typically a selling point,” Vonasch says. “But telling people the seats were uncomfortable made them more willing to take them because it was sufficient explanation.”12. Why might people reject an offer of $2 along with a free cookie?A．They dislike a money- related offer. B．They distrust the true value of the offer.C．They think the offer is not good enough. D．They suspect the offer only lasts a shorttime.13. What aspect of the nine further experiments is introduced in Paragraph 4?A．The moral concerns. B．The research method.C．The experiments’ duration.D．The participants’ background.14. Why does the author mention the “cheap flights” experiment in the last paragraph?A．To stress the unpredictability of human choices.B．To illustrate how hidden motives affect people’s choices.C．To emphasize the importance of providing clear examples.D．To show giving sensible reasons can increase acceptance of offers.15. What can be a suitable title for the text?A．Are you worried about “phantom costs”?B．Are you fearful of violating socialnorms?C．Why do you accept other’s generosity?D．What is an offer’s “psychologicalvalue”?Many people do not read the classics. Their reasons begin with the language being too difficult and end with the storyline too distant to the present context. 16 . It is a gradual affair. We begin as acquaintances (泛泛之交) and eventually become close friends with private jokes between us. So how does one approach a classic?Don’t be afraid to be confused.We get it: it’s hard to power through confusion. It doesn’t feel great when a book makes you feel confused. Every reader has to start somewhere. 17 . Instead, be proud of yourself for trying, and get excited about all the new things you’ll learn.Research, research, research.18 . Researching the author and the time and place they were writing about can help you situate yourself during tricky passages. The author’s experience, viewpoint, and historical context might help you make the connections you might not have otherwise.19 .This step is self- explanatory (不释自明的). While it’s not hard to just pick a book up, we know how difficult it can be to convince yourself to do so. Remind yourself that it’s a new learning chance. Take a deep breath, then leap onto the deck (甲板) of Melville’s Pequod or step cautiously through the gates of Castle Dracula.Remember: there is no right answer.There is no perfect way to read a classic text. There is no fixed interpretation and no exact answer. Your goal as a reader is to discover what aspects are meaningful to you. Just enjoy the process. 20 . Even if your interpretation of the work isn’t perfect, it’s still valuable.Camping is a rite of passage (成人仪式) if you grow up in Canada. It’s a child’s first _______ of what living in the wild really means. But growing up as an immigrant from India, I thought it was_______Then I _______ 26 and started trying new things. I had been _______ mental health issues for quite some time and I discovered being out in nature helped me calm down. _______, I decided to try camping.Then I over heard a(n) _______ between my father and mother. “Why does she have to do this? Doesn’t she know she can just stay at home?” my father asked. “This is what Canadian kids do, it’s okay, she’ll be fine!” my mom _______. My parents had no _______ in me surviv ing one night in the wild.My friends and I _______ in the woods. As the day went on, we ate, played by the water and met our camping neighbors. Time felt like it ________; life felt gentler and easier. As the day turned into night, the stars came out and I was amazed by all the ________ lights above me. Morning came. I didn’t even realize I was ________ to leave until we started packing everything up.I wasn’t just leaving, having accomplished something I ________ thought I would do. I was leaving with a real sense of community, a real sense of ________ for what the great outdoors had to offer, and a completely different ________ to an activity that I had thought strange for so many years.21.A．attempt B．taste C．proposal D．target22.A．odd B．invisible C．amazing D．rough23.A．grew B．observed C．turned D．recalled24.A．involving B．surviving C．abandoning D．experiencing25.A．Overall B．Moreover C．However D．Therefore26.A．comment B．promise C．conversation D．quarrel27.A．explained B．complained C．agreed D．consulted28.A．mercy B．sympathy C．faith D．jealousy29.A．encamped B．enclosed C．encountered D．enrolled30.A．shot up B．slowed down C．broke out D．put off31.A．swinging B．bouncing C．rolling D．twinkling32.A．curious B．enthusiastic C．upset D．desperate33.A．hardly B．constantly C．ultimately D．merely34.A．foundation B．appreciation C．resolution D．realization35.A．contrast B．attitude C．priority D．exposure阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
山东省聊城市2024-2025学年高三上学期英语期中考试英语试题(含解析)
2024~2025学年度第一学期期中教学质量检测高三英语试题注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
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3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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例：How much is the shirtA. 19.15.B. 9.18.C. 9.15.答案是C.1. What books does the woman usually read in the libraryA. Storybooks.B. Course books.C. Science books.2. What is Mike’s father nowA. An expressman.B. A teacher.C. A photographer.3. When does the woman expect to arrive at the destinationA. At about 4:00.B. At about 6:00.C. At about 6:30.4. What will the man probably do this weekendA. Practice tennisB. Play volleyball.C. Watch a baseball game.5. What are the speakers mainly talking aboutA. A training program.B. A singing contest.C. A karaoke bar.第二节（共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
四川省成都市第七中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题答案
高2025届2024-2025学年度上期半期考试英语试卷参考答案第一部分听力（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）1-5BACBA 6-10CBCAC 11-15 BBACB 16-20 ABCAC第二部分阅读（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读理解21-23 ABC 24-27 DCDB 28-31 CCBD 32-35 ACBD七选五（共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分）36-40 EBDGC第三部分语言运用（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）第一节完形填空41-45 BCACB 46-50 CADBB 51-55 CADDB第二节语法填空（共10 小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）56. topped 57. sparking 58. ambitious 59. thoroughly 60. representation61. which/ that 62. what 63. presented 64. beyond 65. to uncover第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节应用文（满分15分）略第二节读后续写（满分25分）略【听力文本】见下页Text 1W: Alright, all done. I’ve filled the hole, but you’ll need to stick to soft food for about 24 hours, okay?M: Thanks. How can I avoid this happening again?W: Well, you obviously brush your teeth well. But you’re still having too many sweets and sugary drinks. (1)Text 2M: I think it’s important to be fair and kind in a match, even when you lose. Showing respect is just as important as winning.W: I admire you for that, Alex. I saw you congratulate the winner today, even though you lost the game. (2)Text 3M: I just spent two hours getting rid of thousands of old junk emails and deleting files I no longer need. (3)W: It seems worth a try! Nothing feels better than a digital“spring clean”. I should do the same, really, but I never find the time.Text 4W: What happened in the football match? You had an open goal but instead of shooting, you kicked the ball out of play. Did you think the judge had blown his whistle for something?M: No, ①the opposition goalkeeper fell ①over and injured himself. It wouldn’t have been right if I scored then. (4)Text 5M: I have no idea where we parked the car.W: Let’s take a look at the map. Hmm... every level is a different color. You know, I’m sure our level was pink. That’s level five. ①We’re on level eight now.M: Okay, let’s go! (5)Text 6W: So, you left your computer bag here on your chair, and when you returned from the bathroom, it was gone? (6) (7) M: That’s right. (6) (7) I was only gone for two minutes.W:I see. Well, none of the waiters saw anyone near your table. (7) But these things usually happen very quickly.M: Is there nothing you can do, officer? That laptop cost a lot of money! (6)W: I’ll speak to the manager before heading back to the police station. If the restaurant has cameras anywhere in the building, that may give us a lead. (7)M: Okay, thanks.W: Go home for now. I’ll call you if we discover anything.Text 7M: So, the big day isn’t too far away now, is it? (8)W: No, it’s on the 26th of June, so it’s exactly three weeks from today! (8)M: How exciting!W:I haven’t slept well in about a week. There’s just so much to do when it comes to organizing a wedding! It’s a lot of pressure. (9)M: Oh dear.W: But we’re getting there. And on Friday this week, my female friends are taking me away for a relaxing weekend.(10)M: Lovely! How nice of them!W: Yes, we’re going to a beautiful hotel in the countryside. I really can’t wait!M: Are you flying to Italy straight after the wedding?W: The next day. We’re spending five days in Rome city center, as that’s where Kai gave me a surprise. He asked me to marry him there.M: Lucky you!Text 8 （第11 题为总结题）M: ①I’m finding it difficult to choose your Christmas present this year.W: Well, if it’s easier to just give me money, or a gift card, that’s fine!M: No, you said you wanted books, and I’m going to get you one. But I need to know more about what kind of novels you like. (12)W: Well, I’ve always been a big fan of early 19th century novels, such as Frankenstein and Wuthering Heights.M: Have you ever read Jane Eyre? (12)W: No, actually! But I’d definitely like to. (12) I’ve heard it’s a fantastic story.M: Well then, we might have a winner! (12)W: Ha-ha!M: I like 19th century novels, too, but I tend to prefer later ones. They focus more on real social issues and historical events, for example those written by Émile Zola or Charles Dickens.W: Yes, the books written toward the middle and end of the century tended to be a bit darker, didn’t they?M: Definitely. Dickens is probably my favorite novelist of all time, although my favorite book has to be Les Misérables by Victor Hugo. (13)W: Oh, that’s great!① 《弗兰肯斯坦》(Frankenstein) 全名是《弗兰肯斯坦——现代普罗米修斯的故事》，其它译名有《科学怪人》《人造人的故事》等，是英国作家玛丽·雪莱在1818年创作的长篇小说。
山西省太原市2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试 英语(含答案)
2024～2025学年第一学期高三年级期中学业诊断英语试卷（考试时间：上午10:15—12:15）说明：本试卷为闭卷笔答，答题时间120分钟，满分150分（不含听力）。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转写到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A．£19.15.B．£9.18.C．£9.15.答案是C。
1．What are the speakers mainly talking about?A．Transport options.B．A weekend plan.C．A business deal.2．What is the man going to do?A．Tidy up his room.B．Wind up the essay.C．Carry out a survey.3．When is the competition probably held?A．In February.B．On May Day.C．At the end of June.4．Where is Tom going this afternoon?A．To the computer lab.B．To the campus canteen.C．To the gym.5．Why didn’t the man see the movie yesterday?A．He isn’t a moviegoer.B．He needed a rest at home.C．He didn’t want to miss the exhibition.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
河南省2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中英语试题(含解析)
2024-2025学年度（上）高三期中考试英语试题考试时间：120分钟；满分：120分注意事项：1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息2．请将正确答案填写在答题卡上第I卷（选择题）第一部分阅读(共两节，满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5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。
ADriver WantedClean driving license (执照).Must be of smart appearance.Age over 25.Apply to (申请): Capes Taxi, 17 Palace Road, Royston.Air Hostesses for International Flights WantedApplicants (申请者) must be between 20 and 33 years old.Height: 1. 6 m to 1. 75m.Education to GCSE standard.Two languages. Must be able to swim.Apply to: Recruitment (招聘) office, Southern Airlines, Heathrow Airport West. HR 37 KK.Teachers NeededFor private language school.Having college education.Teaching experience unnecessary.Apply to: The Director of Studies, Instant Languages Ltd. 279 Canal Street, Royston. 1．What prevents Jack, an experienced taxi driver, working for Capes Taxi?A．Unable to speak a foreign language.B．Punished for speeding and wrong parking.C．Fond of beer and wine.D．Not having college education.2．What prevents Mary, aged 25, becoming an air hostess?A．She has never worked as an air hostess before.B．She doesn't feel like working long hours flying abroad.C．She can't speak Japanese very well.D．She once broke a traffic law and was fined3．Which of the following is not mentioned in the three advertisements?A．Education.B．Working experience.C．Male or female.D．Marriage.B“Colour” and “color”, “favourite” and “favorite”, “honour” and “honor”… Have you ever wondered why Americans spell those words without a “u”? Is it because they are lazy? Of course not. In fact, the difference in spelling was started by Noah Webster(1758 — 1843). He was a teacher who reformed (改革) English to make American identity (特征) stronger. Linguists (语言学家) celebrate his birthday on October 16 every year.After the Revolutionary War (1775 — 1783), Webster believed that Americans should have their own dictionary, rather than rely on British dictionaries. He dropped the British “u” in some words. And he changed “centre” into “center” for children to learn English by spelling words more like what they sounded. He used “subway” instead of British word “underground”. Some other examples are “soccer” and “football”, “fall” and “autumn”.Webster wasn’t shy about expressing his opinions. In defining (定义) preposterous(unreasonable), he wrote: “A republican government in the hands of female is preposterous.” Webster spent 28 years on the project before completing the 70,000-word dictionary with his American-style spelling in 1828. He also added local words.His dictionary was widely used in schools. Linguists believed it helped a new country achieve unity (统一) and cultural independence at a time when most people cared about political freedom.“He was the creator of our language and the creator of American identity,” said Joshua Kendall, who is working on a book about Webster. “He at last brought us together through our language.”4．Which is NOT true about Webster’s dictionary?A．It has local words in it.B．It is a 70,000-word dictionary.C．All the words are spelled without “u”.D．Its words are in American-style spelling.5．What does the underlined phrase “rely on” in Paragraph 2 mean?A．Depend on.B．Trust in.C．Put up with.D．Give up. 6．What do people think of Webster’s dictionary?A．It is the only dictionary that Americans still use today.B．It helped to bring Americans together besides its cultural influence.C．It has no influence on the development of American English.D．It helped to make American English more useful than British English.7．What’s the main idea of the passage?A．The development of the British English.B．American English is better than British English.C．Noah Webster added local words to the dictionary.D．Noah Webster wrote an American English dictionary and reformed English.COne August afternoon, Richard Allen dropped off his last passenger, Mrs. Carey. Lifting two grocery bags, he followed her across the yard and stood on the step of her house. Glancing up, he saw a large wasp (黄蜂) nest under the roof. Allen had heard that wasps can become more likely to sting (蜇) in summer. He mentioned this to Mrs. Carey, who had opened the door.“Oh, they don’t bother me,” she said lightly. “I go in and out all the time.”Anxiously, Allen looked at the nest again—— to see the wasps flying straight at him. “Hurry!” he shouted to Mrs. Carey. “Get in!”She stepped quickly inside. Allen ran for his mini-bus. Too late; they were upon him. Just as he jumped aboard, half a dozen red spots showed on his arm, and he felt more on his back and shoulders.As he was driving down the road, Allen felt as if something was burning at the back of his neck, and the “fire” was spreading forward toward his face. And immediate anxiety took hold of him.Allen knew that stings could cause some persons to die. But he had been stung the previous summer and the after-effects soon passed. However, what he didn’t know what that the first sting had turned his body into a time bomb waiting for the next to set off an explosion.Miles from the nearest medical assistance, Allen began to feel his tongue thick and heavy and his heartbeat louder. Most frightening, he felt his breathing more and more difficult. He reached for the radio mike (话筒), trying to call the mini-bus center, but his words were hardly understandable. Signals were also poor that far out. He knew a rescue team was on 24-hour duty at the Amherst Fire Department’s north station. So his best chance was to make a run for it.Rushing down the mountain, Allen tried not to panic, focusing his mind on each sharp turn. He was almost through the last of them when he felt sure he was going into shock (休克). Just then he reached for the radio mike again.“Call fire station,” he shouted, concentrating to form the words. “Emergency. Bee sting. Emergency. There in ten minutes.”“Five-ten,” the center replied.Hold on, Allen thought. Keep your eyes open. Breathe. Keep awake.At last he reached the station. Two firemen ran out. Allen felt their hands grasp him before he hit the ground. You made it, he thought.8．It is mentioned in the passage that wasps are more likely to attack when _______.A．there are huge noisesB．strangers are approachingC．the air is filled with food smellD．the hottest season comes around9．Allen didn’t know that if stung by wasps again, he would _______.A．have no after-effectsB．suffer from sharper painC．surely lose his lifeD．become more sensitive10．Allen failed at his first attempt to send his message to the mini-bus center because _______.A．he was unable to speak clearlyB．his radio equipment was poorC．he was in a state of shockD．no one was on duty11．Which would be the best title for the passage?A．Allen, A Helpless DriverB．Wasps, Bloody KillersC．A Race Against DeathD．War Against WaspsDArmy ants are mainly distributed in South America and Africa and mostly live in the Amazon River basin. They like to live in groups and generally one or two million in a group. They are migratory, have no fixed on the move. When encountering obstacles such as gaps, army ants are able to connect their bodies to each other and build a bridge for large groups of ants to pass through, saving crawling distance. The bridge can be built and removed very quickly, in seconds.Christopher Reid of the University of Sydney’s Insect Behaviour and Ecology Laboratory, said that when studying the ant bridge, he initially assumed that once the ant bridge was built the two end positions of the bridge would be fixed, and the bridge itself would be relatively stationary (不动的).However, after observation, it was found that the ant bridge would constantly change according to the army ants’ knowledge of the outside world. The ant bridge can move slowly from the original position, increasing the number of ants in the bridge, extending the length of the bridge, so that other ants may save a lot of efforts by using the ant bridge instead of taking other routes. In this way, it can continuously compress the distance to the target area.Meanwhile, the researchers have also found that the changing ant bridge does not always achieve the shortest distance. When the bridge is extended to a certain extent, the number of ants involved in the construction of the ant bridge will not continue to increase, and the length of the bridge will stop growing.Researchers believe that army ants use the best methods in the construction of bridges. Since the ants involved in building the bridge are unable to participate in other work, the colony stops putting in more ants as soon as it finds that the number of ants put into extending the bridge is out of balance with the number of ants needed for other jobs.12．What is mainly introduced about army ants in paragraph 1?A．Their migration.B．Their distribution.C．Their living habits.D．Their hunting targets.13．What did the research find about the bridge built by army ants ?A．It becomes longer constantly.B．It keeps unchanged once built.C．It achieves the shortest distance.D．It is adjusted according to the needs.14．What does the underlined word “compress” mean in paragraph 3?A．Reduce.B．Calculate.C．Neglect.D．Judge.15．What is the writing purpose of the text ?A．To stress the importance of cooperation.B．To explain army ants’ incredible strength.C．To show army ants’ collective intelligence.D．To indicate the harmony between nature and human.第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)根据下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
福建省莆田市第二十五中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题
福建省莆田市第二十五中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题一、阅读理解The Best Caves in The WorldHang Son Doong, VietnamNatural caves don’t come much larger than Hang Son Doong, close to the border between Laos and Vietnam. This cave possesses the largest cross-section of any known cave on the planet, a vast area that is difficult to describe. Supposedly, a Boeing 747 could fly through without damaging its wings, but that doesn’t really do justice to the vastness of Hang Son Doong. The stalactites (钟乳石) here are pretty massive too, with some reaching up to 80 metres.Waitomo Caves, New ZealandGlowworms (萤火虫) are there, as far as the eye can see. Okay, not literally, but the Waitomo Cave system on New Zealand’s North Island is best-known for the fluorescent fauna that light up the walls, giving it the not-particularly-creative but completely acceptable “Glowworm Caves” nickname. They are more accessible than other caves on this list, with rafting and adventure tours available to those looking for something a little more thrilling.Mammoth Cave, the USAIf you have certain expectations from somewhere called “Mammoth Cave”, that is entirely understandable. Mammoth Cave in Kentucky is the world’s longest known cave system, an incredible 420 miles of underground wonder. That’s twice as long as the next longest, by the way, although it isn’t unusual for the USA to go all out on such things.Reed Flute (芦笛) Cave, China Named after the reeds that grow outside, which are used to make flutes, obviously, the Reed Flute Cave’s walls are covered with inscriptions from centuries gone by—if evidence was needed that people have been paying attention to this place for a long old time. The inside part of the cave is also lit up by multicoloured lights, giving it a real otherworldly theme that adds weight to the nickname.1．What is special about Hang Son Doong?A．It was once a base of a factory.B．It is the deepest cave in the world.C．It has the highest stalactites in the world.D．It owns the largest cross-section in the world.2．Which of the following can be much easier to enter?A．Hang Son Doong.B．Waitomo Caves.C．Mammoth Cave.D．Reed Flute Cave.3．Which country probably has the longest cave system in the world?A．Vietnam.B．New Zealand.C．The USA．D．China.Food vlogger Julia Pacheco undertook an ambitious challenge to see if she could sustain herself on just $ 10 for an entire week, covering all meals from breakfast to dinner. The aim was not only to test the feasibility (可行性) of such a tight budget but also to explore how it would affect her overall well-being by the end of the week.Julia ’s journey began with a strategic shopping trip to Walmart, where she carefully selected key ingredients to maximize both her budget and nutritional intake. This initial phase set the tone for the week, showcasing the importance of planning in budget-friendly eating.Julia ’s grocery list included affordable staples (主食) like pasta, brown rice, mixed vegetables, bread, lentils, pinto beans, and some fresh produce such as apples, tomatoes, onions, and garlic. These items were chosen for their versatility (多用途) and nutritional value. The total cost of these groceries perfectly hit the $10 mark, setting the stage for a week of simple yet thoughtful meal planning. This careful selection was crucial as it laid the foundation for her entire week’s living.For the first five days, the mum’s breakfast routine consisted of oatmeal flavoured with apple. This choice was not only cost-effective but also provided a warm, hearty start to her day. On the last two days, Julia switched things up by having boiled eggs on toast, adding variety within budget. These breakfast options demonstrated that even on a tight budget, one could enjoy a wholesome and satisfying start to the day.By cooking large portions and storing them for later, she minimized waste and ensured she always had a meal ready, reducing the desire to snack unnecessarily. This approach also highlighted the importance of planning and preparation when working with a limited budget.Throughout the week, she felt full and content, proving that it’s possible to maintain a healthy diet even on a tight budget. Julia’s experience showed the potential to eat well with limitedfinancial resources.4．Why did Julia undertake the $10 challenge?A．To see if she could survive on a strict budget.B．To develop budget-friendly eating habits.C．To test the quality of food at Walmart.D．To promote a new way of living.5．What can we know about the grocery list that Julia chose?A．It fitted her budget and nutrition.B．It was full of her favourite staples.C．It was too complicated.D．It was out of a random choice.6．How did Julia manage to reduce waste during her challenge?A．By skipping breakfast.B．By preparing less staples.C．By cooking more food each time.D．By snacking unnecessarily.7．How was Julia’ s overall experience during the challenge?A．she struggled with her budget.B．she found it tough to continue.C．she ate well and felt satisfied.D．she suffered hunger sometimes.We all notice bright colors. People who choose to go eye-catching, whether they express themselves through clothes or accessories (配饰), hear everything from “No one is going to miss you at the party” to “I would never have the courage to wear that.” But according to research, those comments may be both accurate and expected.Adam D．Pazda and Christopher A．Thorstenson (2019) examined how we perceive people at first impression who wear bright colors. They specifically examined the effect of chroma (色度). They found that targets, both male and female, who were wearing or surrounded by high-chroma colors were perceived as more open and outgoing than in a low-chroma setting. They concluded that chroma is a variable of perception that can influence first impressions of personality.Drilling down further, they found that high-chroma colors strengthened viewer perspective of openness and extraversion (外向), but not other personalities. These observations are important because some job responsibilities capitalize on some of the personalities inferred through brightcolors.Pazda and Thorstenson recognize what job seekers no doubt consider as they look for a career to match their personal nature: in some occupations, success is fueled by possessing certain personality qualities. They give examples of industries such as sales and marketing as well as customer service as fields where extraverts thrive (繁荣). Accordingly, applicants for these positions may be viewed more favorably and judged as more competent if they wear highly chromatic clothing.Regarding the generality of their results, Pazda and Thorstenson note that one of the limitations of their study was their use of participants living in the United States, which means their findings may not predict results in other cultures. They note the possibility that chroma may influence the perception of personality differently in non-Western countries, and that high-chroma clothing may be perceived as at odds with social norms in other cultures. The practical takeaway, at least in the United States, appears to be that bright colors, like the peacock’s tail, will get you noticed. But depending on your goals, consider tailoring your chroma to the circumstances, personally and professionally.8．What is the focus of the study mentioned in the passage?A．The cultural implications of high chroma colors.B．The influence of clothing on viewer perceptions.C．The connection between clothing and job suitability.D．The impact of high chroma colors on first impression.9．What does the underlined phrase “capitalize on” in paragraph 4 probably mean?A．Draw on.B．Approve of.C．Subscribe to.D．Dig up. 10．Which might be a limitation of the study?A．The culturally specific findings.B．The unmonitored research process.C．The outdated data analysis methods.D．The relatively insufficient theoretical basis. 11．What is the practical advice given by the author in the last paragraph?A．Reserve bright colors for social events.B．Always wear bright colors to be noticed.C．Avoid bright colors in professional settings.D．Use bright colors strategically based on your goals.In recent decades, experiments have begun to catch up with what people who work closely with animals have always known—that animals have an inner life, and consciousness isn’t uniquely human.Consciousness is a concept that is extremely difficult to define. There have been many attempts: is it awareness, or awareness of that awareness, or self-awareness instead? But a useful working definition might be that it is any kind of subjective experience, ranging from how we perceive the external world to our inner thoughts and emotions. Because you can never be inside another living being’s head, questions of consciousness are both hard to answer and open to bias (偏见).Findings of experiments inspired a group of scientists in April to write The New York Declaration Animal Consciousness, which now has over 300 supporters. It states that there is “strong scientific support for conscious experience” in mammals and birds and “at least a realistic possibility of conscious experience” in fish and other species.That animals have some form of inner life must surely be self-evident to many people who live or work with them, just as I would guess that most carers of newborn babies don’t see these infant as senseless automatic machines. The experiences of people with thorough knowledge of either have historically, been viewed as subjective and biased, as emotional connection tends to influence logical reasoning. Our consciousness leads us to over-empathize with others we cannot truly know, the argument goes.But, as the biologist Marc Bekoff wrote, if we humans have something, then other animals are likely to have it too. I personally feel that attempts to divorce emotion, feeling and experience from how we see animals can be as unscientific. For too long, we assumed that humans are unique and animals don’t feel pain or emotions the way that we do, a convenient but cruel null hypothesis (无效假设), when we could have started from the position that perhaps they do instead. 12．Which is a key characteristic of consciousness according to the passage?A．It means any emotional experience of humans.B．It refers to individual’s subjective experience.C．It is all about how we perceive the external world.D．It refers to a common quality shared by all animals.13．Why are the carers of newborn babies mentioned?A．To show that animals are just as conscious as human babies.B．To help readers understand why animals possess consciousness.C．To argue against the view of people living or working with animals.D．To explain why animal carers would assume animals have an inner life.14．What might be the author’s attitude towards Marc Bckoff’s assumption about animal emotions?A．Doubtful.B．Objective.C．Supportive.D．Uncertain. 15．which can be the best title of the passage?A．Consciousness Improved Through PracticeB．Questions of Human Consciousness AnsweredC．Factors Affecting Animal Consciousness DiscoveredD．Conscious Experience Found in Certain Animal SpeciesRejection creates an emotional roller coaster. We feel the sadness, anger, and loss of the person who rejects us, and also our self-respect is hurt. 16 While there is no quick fix, the following suggestions can help you overcome the confusion and ease the pain of rejection.17 People tend to avoid their pain. There is no healing without feeling your feelings. There is no healing without pain. You must go through the feelings to heal. Let yourself feel the loss and the pain and express your difficult emotions. You should know that you are strong enough and can face pain with courage to heal and grow.Take it one moment at a time. It takes time to heal and for the hurt to lessen. In the abyss (深渊), it is hard to think too far, so be patient during this difficult period. Unfortunately, today, we live in the fast lane. We don’t have patience and we want things to happen immediately. Patience is a lost art. 18Develop gratitude. Gratitude is cure for pain. Pain is about what we are missing. Gratitude is about what we are having. If we focus on the negative, we will see the negatives. 19 Those who show gratitude, develop a positive attitude, and appreciate their situation minimize their pain and create more happy moments in their lives.Getting over a rejection is hard. 20 It is there to make you grow. Everyone heals from rejection at their own pace in their own way. We must sympathize with ourselves and acceptthat reality. It’s important to take your time to deal with rejection and to use the practices suggested to heal and move on to the new opportunities life presents us. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.A．Feel it to heal it.B．Don’t take it too personally.C．However, your pain won’t last forever.D．So, even if you are broken, keep busy.E．With time, the sense of loss and hurt will ease.F．This is why getting over a rejection is challenging.G．If we focus on the positive, we will see the positives.二、完形填空A young woman, swept out to sea while swimming at a beach in China, has been rescued37 hours later, having drifted (漂流) more than 50 miles in the pacific ocean. 21 as an Australian national in her 20s, the woman’s 22 ended thanks to the combined efforts of China’s coast guard and two ships.The dramatic rescue began after the woman’s friend reported her 23 Monday night while they were swimming at the beach. It is 24 that she was swept out to sea by a powerful 25 China’s coast guard launched an extensive search operation, searching the waters for any sign of her.Noticeably, about 36 hours later, a cargo ship 26 the woman adrift in the ocean. The ship immediately 27 a passing LPG tanker (油轮), the He Ping No.8, for assistance. Demonstrating 28 bravery, two crew members of the tanker jumped into the rough 6.5-foot waves to rescue her.The crew members recalled29 encouragement to the woman, urging her not to give up as she struggled to stay adrift. They tied a 30 around her, and with the help of their fellow crew members, successfully pulled her to safety aboard the tanker. She was then 31 by a coast guard helicopter to shore.Despite her hardship, the woman was found to be in good health, though 32dehydrated (脱水). Experts noted that she was extraordinarily 33 to survive, considering the 34 dangers of heat stroke, hypothermia (低体温) at night, or even being struck by a ship in the dark.Zhang Siqi, a senior member of the Society of Water Rescue and Survival Research, described the woman’s 35 as “a miracle” during a televised interview. 21．A．Identified B．Considered C．Introduced D．Employed 22．A．ambitions B．memories C．sufferings D．discoveries 23．A．excitement B．assistance C．disappearance D．entertainment 24．A．believed B．expected C．remembered D．proved 25．A．ship B．hand C．foot D．current 26．A．spotted B．heard C．felt D．watched 27．A．ran into B．called upon C．stuck to D．learned from 28．A．unsung B．unnecessary C．incredible D．intentional 29．A．referring B．advising C．spreading D．shouting 30．A．chain B．rope C．ring D．scarf 31．A．targeted B．airlifted C．driven D．caught 32．A．truly B．usually C．surely D．slightly 33．A．safe B．likely C．brave D．fortunate 34．A．preventable B．influential C．potential D．occasional 35．A．effort B．survival C．struggle D．spirit三、语法填空阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
上学期高三英语期中考试卷 试题(共25页)
师大附中2021-2021学年度上学期(xuéqī)高三英语期中考试卷考试时间是是：120分钟第一卷选择题〔一共115分〕第一局部：英语知识运用〔一共两节，满分是75分〕第一节：单项填空〔一共35小题；每一小题1.3分，满分是45分。
〕从A、B、C、D四个选项里面选出可以填入空白处的最正确选项。
1．—The English exam is not difficult, is it?— . Even Tom to the top students failed in it.A．Yes; belonged B．No; belonged C．Yes; belonging D．No; belonging 2．—Are you going to the concert?—No, the ticket is for me.A．too much high B．much too high C．far too expensive D．so much expensive3．His wife is constantly finding with him, which makes him very angry.A．blame B．shortcomings C．fault D．mistake 4．—Don’t you go to school?— .A．Yes, I am going to B．No, I workC．Yes, I study at home D．No, to the cinema5．“Would you like to have an electronic calculator for your birthday?〞“〞A．But I have got one already. B．No, thanks, but I have already got it.C．Yes, you may buy it. D．As you like.6．Sam insisted that he the law and .A．didn’t break; mustn’t be punished B．doesn’t break; shouldn’t punishC．hadn’t broken; be not punished D．hadn’t broken; not be punished 7．The bus driver didn’t keep calm in the accident. Otherwise he .A．mustn’t have been killed B．shouldn’t be killedC．wouldn’t have been killed D．wouldn’t be killed8．When I go out in the evening I use the bike the car if I can.A．rather than B．regardless C．in spite of D．other than 9．This research has attracted wide coverage and has featured on BBC television’sTomorrow’s World.A．message B．information C．media D．data10．I must your promise you won’t be late again.A．remind you for, why B．remind you to, in whichC．remind you of, that D．remind you, which11．That Austrian scientist spent many years of his life the amazing ways honey bees communicate with each other.A．researching, that B．studying, in whichC．in researching,/ D．all above12．The cattle well in this area of the country.A．are not sold B．don’t sell C．is not sold D．doesn’t sell 13．—My goodness! We have missed the flight.—We it, but we were caught in the traffic jam.A．could have caught B．ought to catchC．might catch D．must have caught14．Mr. Black left for Beijing this morning, his secretary him there this Friday.A．would join B．joined C．joining D．to join 15．There is nothing me to do but computer games.A．for, play B．of, play C．for, to play D．of, to play 16．Just after finishing doing the housework, .A．the telephone rang B．Anna heard the telephone ringC．someone knocked at the door D．there was a knock at the door 17．—What are you going to do this afternoon?—I will probably go for a walk it stays fine.A．as far as B．so long as C．even if D．as if18． no use the maths problem since it has already been worked out.A．It’s; to discuss B．It’s; discussingC．There is; discussing D．There is; to discuss19．—It’s a long time we met last.—Yes, and it will be a long time we meet again.A．that, until B．since; before C．when; that D．before; since 20．After seems a very long time, the badly wounded soldier .A．that; lived on B．what, came to C．it; woke up D．which; got up 21．How pleased the pupils were what the teacher had said!A．hearing B．heard C．to hear D．hear 22．They are sure to win the victory with so many people , ?A．supported them; don’t them B．who supported; aren’t theyC．supporting; don’t they D．behind them; aren’t they23．As your spoken English gets better, your written English.A．so does B．so will C．such does D．such will 24．Large quantities of water for cooling purpose in the only one of the plants whichsteel.A．has been needed, produce B．are needed, producesC．is needed, produce D．have been needed, produce 25．They showed great in everything they saw they went abroad.A．interests, for the first time B．interesting, in the first timeC．interest, the first time D．interested, at the first time26．After the Anti-terrorist War, the American soldiers returned home, .A．safe but tired B．safely but tired C．safe and tiring D．safely and tiring27．The children are very quiet. I wonder what they are .A．up to B．crying for C．going for D．stick to 28．Key European governments insist Iraq’s co-operation good and military actionto allow inspections to continue.A．be; be delayed B．is; delayC．should be; be delayed D．is; be delayed29．—Do you like dogs?—Of course. They are a kind of pet. They can do much good to their masters.A．better than B．more than C．no more than D．not more than 30．—Would you help me clean the windows?— . I’d rather water the floor.A．Nothing but that B．Don’t mention it C．Anything but that D．With pleasure 31．It was difficult to see what could be taken.A．action B．steps C．measures D．all above 32．On the bus I always manage to the headlines the newspaper.A．examine, on B．notice, on C．glance at, in D．look at, in 33．—Did you remember Tom the money you had borrowed from him?—Yes, I gave it to him I saw him.A．returning, the moment B．to return, the momentC．returning at the moment D．to return, in the moment34．The day we had looked forward to at last.A．coming B．come C．came D．comes 35．When he was a student, his father gave him a monthly towards his expenses.A．salary B．wages C．income D．allowance第二节：完型填空〔一共(yīgòng)20小题；每一小题1.5分，满分是30分〕One afternoon John was cutting up wood when a neighbor drove up in his car.“Have you heard the 36 about the mine in Placerville?〞 he asked. “There was a cave-in and a miner was killed. He has three children. The 37 thing is, his wife is dead. He only has a married sister who might take them 38 she lives on the other side of the Sierras. And the snow is too 39 to get any mail across the mountains.〞John went on working, but his thoughts were on the snow-covered 40 through the mountains. He remembered 41 as a boy he had climbed snow mountains on snowshoes. He examined the wood. Then and there he decided to make a pair of snowshoes out of it.After he made them he began to practise on his snowshoes until he felt 42 of himself. Then he showed his neighbors how his snowshoes 43 .Stepping forward, one of the town elders spoke up. “If you are ready. Go ahead and carry the mail.〞 With neither tracks nor paths to 44 , he moved ahead on what he believed to be the proper 45 . As he went up the mountains the wind and cold could barely slow him down.When darkness 46 . John still moved on, guided by the stars. It was late into the night when he finally decided to stop. He must save his 47 for the long journey still ahead.Finding the stump of a tree, he set it on 48 . Then he made a platform of branches on the snow. Stretching out on it with his feet to the fire and the mailbag under his head, he fell asleep.After three days of traveling, he 49 smoke curling upward from the chimneys. John knew he was nearing the town. As he glided into town, people 50 out of their homes and gathered around him. They started in 51 at the blue-eyed man on strange snowshoes.“I brought you mail from Placerville,〞 John said simply.The following day the sister of the dead miner gave John a letter, “I’ll come 52 the chidren as soon as the pass is clear.〞 She told him.For the next five winters, 53 paid little, snow-shoes John went on steadily carrying the mail. For many years John was talked about as the famous mail-carrying 54 of the Far West. He was also 55 for the shoes he wore. They were the first snow-shoes, ever seen in California.36．A．fact B．expressions C．news D．reality 37．A．sorry B．harmful C．first D．happy 38．A．and B．but C．so D．unless 39．A．cold B．freezing C．deep D．fallen 40．A．village B．part C．pass D．street 41．A．how B．what C．why D．when 42．A．tired B．proud C．afraid D．sure 43．A．did B．worked C．wore D．took 44．A．travel B．pass C．follow D．look 45．A．cause B．course C．beginning D．branch 46．A．sank B．fell C．happened D．remained 47．A．strength B．time C．food D．money 48．A．place B．bed C．board D．fire 49．A．sighted B．smelled C．heard D．tasted 50．A．kept B．poured C．picked D．stayed 51．A．public B．order C．fear D．surprise52．A．for B．at C．on D．to53．A．if B．however C．although D．because 54．A．passenger B．guide C．hero D．teacher 55．A．recognized B．reported C．remembered D．realized第二局部：阅读(yuèdú)理解〔一共20小题；每一小题2分，满分是40分〕阅读以下短文，从每一小题所给的四个选项〔A、B、C、D〕中选出最正确选项。
山东省德州市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题含答案解析
山东省德州市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题一、阅读理解(共30 分)Hollywood’s charm and celebrities have always held a fascination for travelers. Here are some best selected Hollywood tours based on experts’ recommendations and travelers’ opinions.TMZ Celebrity TourPrice: $59 for adults. from $49 with kids (children younger than 2 are not permitted).Duration: 2 hours, multiple times daily.TMZ, known for its celebrity news-fueled television show and website, operates this tour that takes travelers through Hollywood in the hopes of seeing their favorite celebrities. The guides even bring video cameras in case a passing celebrity is willing to give an interview.The Real Hollywood TourPrice: From $40 for adults, children 12 and younger for free.Duration: 2 hours, daily at 10 a.m.During this historic walking tour, travelers will learn why Hollywood—once a farming town—was selected by movie industry pioneers in the early 20th century. The tour also stops at unique sights, but major attractions aren’t forgotten either.Hollywood Sign HikePrice: $34 for adults.Duration: 2.5 hours. The exact meeting times vary, depending on the time of the year.For a unique and sunshine-filled Hollywood tour, opt for this hike to the Hollywood sign. Highlights include a bird’s-eye view from Mount Hollywood. Along the 4-mile round-trip hike, you might even see local celebrities walking their dogs.The Original Hollywood TourPrice: $45 for adults, from $35 for kids 11 and younger.Duration: 2 hours, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.According to travelers. this tour is worthwhile if you’re only in Los Angeles for a short amount of time. as you cover a lot of ground in just two hours. You’ll cruise along Rodeo Drive and the Sunset Strip in an open-top bus as your driver shares interesting information.1. What is special for a tourist to TMZ Celebrity Tour?A.Being invited to a television show.B.Broadcasting news about Hollywood.C.Being likely to interview a movie star.D.Taking their kids along with themselves.2. Which tour targets at the history of Hollywood?A.TMZ Celebrity Tour.B.The Real Hollywood Tour.C.Hollywood Sign Hike.D.The Original Hollywood Tour.3. How much will a couple with a 10-year-old son pay to The Original Hollywood Tour?A.$80.B.$90.C.$115.D.$125.【答案】1. C 2. B 3. D【导语】这是一篇应用文。
河南省郑州2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中英语试题(含答案,无听力音频无听力原文)
2024—2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）注意，听力部分答题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。
听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt?A. £ 19.15.B. £ 9.15.C. £ 9.18.答案是B。
1. What is the woman doing?A. Asking for directions.B. Learning to drive.C. Seeing a friend off.2. What are the speakers talking about?A. A famous star.B. A radio program.C. A pop song3. Which part of maths is the woman bad at?A. Shapes.B. Numbers.C. Angles.4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Friends.B. Doctor and patient.C. Brother and sister.5. When will the woman’s mother probably arrive?A. At about 12: 00 p. m.B. At about 4:00 p. m.C. At about 6:00 p. m第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
重庆市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(含答案)
重庆市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题姓名：__________ 班级：__________考号：__________选项。
(共15小题;每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)阅读理解Chinatown, lying in Downtown L. A. near the city's cultural center, is one of L. A.'s most popular tourist destinations. Don't hesitate to explore every corner of this amazing place.A MECCA FOR FOODIn Chinatown, a mix of new and old restaurants meets everyone's needs. You can find dim sum at Ocean Seafood and tasty banh mi at Golden Lake Eatery. The cuisine in Chinatown goes beyond Asian food. People are still lining up for fried chicken at Howlin' Ray's.Early birds should stop by Philippe The Original, a local restaurant that's beloved for French Dip sandwiches, but also serves a good classic American breakfast. Night owls will want to head to Full House Seafood on Hill Street, which is open late into the night.CHINESE AMERICAN MUSEUMFood is far from the only reason to visit Chinatown. People interested in history will want to start their trip at the Chinese American Museum(CAM), lying just outside of Chinatown at ElPueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument. The museum is housed An the Garnier Building, the oldest surviving Chinese building in a major area of California.CENTRAL PLAZAA big statue of Bruce Lee has become a must-photograph site in Chinatown's Central Plaza.The late martial arts star once had a studio in Chinatown at 628 W. College St.Nearby is Dragon Chasing Pearl, which was originally painted on the wall in 1941 by TyrusWong, The artist, who passed away in December 2016 at age 106, was famous for his work in films,particularly as the lead artist on Disney's Bambi.FESTIV ALSChinatown hosts many party-style events throughout the year, like the music and food truck Chinatown Summer Nights, the yearly Moon Festival and the biggest one, Lunar New Year! It's really a good place to experience L. A.'s cultural diversity.1．Which serves French and American food early in the morning?A．Ocean Seafood.B．Golden Lake Eatery.C．Full House Seafood.D．Philippe The Original.2．What can we learn about the CAM?A．It is the oldest museum in California.B．It is situated in the center of Chinatown.C．It has huge attraction for history-lovers.D．It lies near the famous Garnier Building.3．What can people do in Chinatown's Central Plaza?A．Admire Tyrus Wong's well-known artwork.B．Comment on some Disney films like Bambi.C．Visit Bruce Lee's house at 628W. College St.D．Take group pictures with some martial arts stars.阅读理解My height embarrassed me! One of the greatest lessons my dad taught me was to beat the jokers to the punch. If I am going to be a punchline(笑柄), I'd rather be the author of the joke.There was a lot of name-calling. Some cruel, some not. I have blocked out much of the cruel In junior high, a well-meaning acquaintance called me Stretch. In university, I was Shortly brought on myself when a friend said,"I'll see you shortly,"to which I replied,"Sounds good, and don't call me Shortly.Jokes and nicknames aside, there were some real challenges as a short person. Studies have shown short men tend to make less money on average. This is why I hated in-person job interviews.I always feared my height would cost me an opportunity. I always felt judged, real or not.As I get older, and obviously wiser, it doesn't get to me as much. There are some benefits of being short. I find airplane seats spacious. I am good at hide and seek. I rarely bump my head.Would I still want to be taller? Of course. But I wouldn't be me. I am me because I'm short. And Ilike who I am.It's such a part of me that I cheer on fellow short people. Lionel Messi is the greatest soccer player of all time (and even he gets mocked) Bruno Mars may be the original short king. Small victories.I don't remember when I became okay with being short. But at some point, like I have done my entire life, things started looking up.4．What did the writer's father advise him to do to, deal with height-related jokes?A．Ignore them and stay silent.B．Joke first to manage situations.C．Respond with calm and peace.D．Seek help from family and friends.5．Why did the writer dislike in-person job interview s before?A．He thought they'd waste too much time.B．He used to avoid the real challenges.C．He minded other interviewees' comments.D．He worried about being judged by his height.6．How does the writer like his height now?A．He accepts it readily.B．It has made him smart.C．It still poses challenges.D．He thinks he's tall enough.7．Why are Lionel Messi and Bruno Mars mentioned in paragraph 5?A．To convey admiration for their achievements.B．To show how short people handle their height.C．To demonstrate short people can achieve success.D．To introduce challenges short people may face.阅读理解The topic of China's"slash youth"has fueled heated debate on social media recently, drawing attention to the diverse pursuits of the younger generation.The slash youth, which could also be called slashers or slash-generation means those who refuse to be defined or bound by just one personal identity. They are keen to present themselves as multiple and sometimes distinct identities, such as a nurse and model, a teacher and stand-up comedian, and an engineer and band player. Rather than material comforts, they pursue meaningful achievements.A study on "slash youth"published in the China Youth Research magazine analyzes the background of this phenomenon: with part of modern society's structured organization and stability norms are broken, flexible labor markets and structural unemployment has emerged, eliminating the sense of job security of the young people in employment. Young people also face the dilemma of self-actualization, including the sense of powerlessness, lost sense of value and lack of self-identity in the profession.. which forces them to re-find the meaning of work."The‘slash life'shows that our society is becoming more and more diversified and inclusive,and it welcomes everyone's self fulfillment," said Shi Yanrong, an associate researcher fromTianjin Academy of Social Sciences. The researcher added that against the background that people have multiple interests and are willing to pay for these interests nowadays, the"slash life"of the youth would drive the growth of a new economy, just as animation culture affected the market.8．Which is true about the. slash youth?A．Tending to pursue meaningful achievements.B．Enjoying posting themselves on social media.C．Adjusting themselves to challenges in life.D．Refusing to undertake multiple careers.9．What is paragraph 3 mainly about?A．The significance of flexible labor markets.B．Reasons for the appearance of slash youth.C．Young people's interest in their profession.D．Causes of losing power among the youth.10．What does Shi Yanrong think of the slash life?A．It can gain people's independence.B．It inspires young people's creativity.C．It can pick up an economic growth.D．It enables young people to earn high.11．What is the purpose of the text?A．To provide latest career guidance.B．To introduce a social phenomenon.C．To analyze a new cultural difference.D．To highlight a unique life experience.阅读理解A study published in the journal Nature Geoscience last week revealed soil samples collected by China's Chang'e-5 lunar probe contained impact glass beads(珠子) that held water in the form of hydroxyl(氢), a molecule consisting of one oxygen atom and one hydrogen atom. Hydroxyl ion is one of the most common ions found in water.These glass beads are created when meteoroids(流星体) hit the moon's surface, throwing up hot molten droplets which then cool and turn solid. They function like a sponge, soaking up hydrogen atoms carried by the solar wind to form hydroxyl, thus playing a key role in the water cycle of the lunar surface.While each be ad only holds a tiny amount of water, these glass balls are so ubiquitous on the moon researchers estimated lunar soils could store as much as 270 billion metric tons of water. For decades, scientists thought the moon was bone dry until discoveries in recent years revealed its soil could hold water."The moon potentially holding 270 billion metric tons of water is quite substantial, though it pales in comparison to the amount of water in the Earth's oceans," said Hu Sen, a researcher from the Institute of Geology and Geophysics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.These findings not only provide insight on the origins, storage, and transportation of water on celestial(天空的)bodies without atmospheres, but they also may prove helpful for planning and building a sustainable human habitat on these planets, he added.12．What do glass beads on the moon's surface function?A．As a sponge taking in hydrogen atoms.B．As meteoroids hitting the moon's surface.C．As hydroxyl beneath the lunar surface.D．As a source of energy for water cycle.13．What does the underlined word"ubiquitous"mean in paragraph.3?A．Rare.B．Common.C．Obvious.D．Energetic.14．What could be the potential sources of water on the lunar surface?A．Water from Earth.B．Water from the sun.C．Water from the stars.D．Water from meteoroids.15．What's the best title of this passage?A．The Key Role of Hydroxyl in LunarB．New Discoveries based on Moon'sC．Glass Beads Found on Moon's SurfaceD．Scientists Discover Water Reservoir二、第一部分阅读理解，第二节任务型阅读(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
北京市朝阳区2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题
北京市朝阳区2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题一、完形填空My 10-year-old son Egbert was a picky eater - he only ate chicken nuggets and yogurt - and unwilling to try new things. According to him, it’s because he has phobias, including heights and the dark. I was hoping to find a way to 1 him without using old sayings like “If you don’t try it, you’ll never know if you like it.” So before our skiing trip to Los Angeles, I 2 a rule: we would say yes to everything, including new foods and experiences.We said yes from the beginning of our trip. At the airport café, Egbert began by trying new foods like vegetable meatballs. 3 , he rated it as “not bad”. The next day in the snowboarding school, despite the fear of heights, Egbert challenged himself to learn how to ride a chairlift. After skiing, we were both cold and wet, and Egbert suggested the outdoor hot tub (浴缸). Though it would be a completely new experience for us, I 4 it together with him and the experience proved to be a delight. I felt 5 of myself for trying something new.On our summer holidays, we continued the 6 of saying yes. At the competition in Cody, Wyoming, neither of my son and I 7 when we were invited onto the field to join in the horse racing. Though we came back without prizes, we were both laughing, sweaty and 8 . I know it’s a moment we’ll never forget.Therein lies the 9 of saying yes on vacation: it pushes us out of our comfort zone, though it’s not always possible to say yes to everything in our daily life. Developing a sense of 10 helps us live life to the fullest - even if we sometimes wind up cold and wet. 1．A．warn B．award C．order D．encourage 2．A．broke B．set C．changed D．remembered 3．A．Strangely B．Clearly C．Undoubtedly D．Surprisingly 4．A．braved B．adjusted C．missed D．discussed 5．A．afraid B．proud C．nervous D．respectful 6．A．tradition B．lesson C．trend D．celebration 7．A．cared B．agreed C．panicked D．hesitated 8．A．puzzled B．touched C．excited D．disappointed9．A．risk B．beauty C．cost D．duty 10．A．devotion B．identity C．adventure D．happiness二、语法填空阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。
四川省成都市2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中考试 英语含答案
高2025届2024-2025学年度上期半期考试英语试卷（答案在最后）考试时间：120分钟满分：150分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What does the man need to do according to the woman?A.Avoid certain soft food.B.Reduce the sugar in diet.C.Brush his teeth more carefully.2.What does the woman respect Alex for?A.His sportsmanship.B.His championship.C.His motivation.3.What has the man just been doing?A.Writing some emails.B.Cleaning his house.anizing his computer.4.Why did the man decide against shooting at goal?A.He was injured.B.He felt it wasn’t fair.C.He heard the judge whistle.5.What will the speakers do next?A.Go down the stairs.B.Go up the stairs.C.Stay on the same level.第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
天津市部分区2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题
天津市部分区2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、单项选择1．—I will never go back to school again. It's a tough period in my life.— ________. Who knows what may happen tomorrow.A．Forget it B．I hope so C．Never say never D．I totally agree 2．The money will be used to help the people________ homes were lost in the earthquake.A．what B．whose C．whom D．which 3．The young couple will have to rent a house, for their newly bought one ______.A．is being decorated B．was decoratedC．will decorate D．had decorated4．______ for two days, Steve managed to finish his report on time.A．To work B．Worked C．To be working D．Having worked 5．Mr. Jones accepted our suggestion and tried every means to ______ himself to his new conditions.A．suit B．adapt C．adopt D．regulate 6．—Peter, may I use your bicycle now?—Sorry, it is not ______ at the moment. It is being repaired.A．ideal B．adjustable C．available D．ultimate 7．Mary is looking for a sports watch ______ her keep track of her fitness and chart her training progress.A．helped B．having helped C．help D．to help 8．It’s difficult to ______ a global population of polar bears because much of their range has been poorly studied.A．put out B．figure out C．come out D．turn out 9．—Is that Ann’s husband over there?—No, it ________ be him. I’m sure he doesn’t wear glasses.A．mustn’t B．won’t C．may not D．can’t 10．(2016·北京)______ over a week ago, the books are expected to arrive any time now.A．Ordering B．To orderC．Having ordered D．Ordered11．Our club is open to everyone ____ age, sex or educational background.A．due to B．except forC．along with D．regardless of12．Mark needs to learn Chinese ________ his company is opening a branch in Beijing.A．unless B．until C．although D．since 13．（2018· 北京）This is _________ my father has taught me—to always face difficulties and hope for the best.A．how B．whichC．that D．what14．Forecasters say the strong wind may not be as bad as they ______ predicted.A．gradually B．initially C．magically D．additionallygrowth.A．who B．when C．which D．where二、完形填空At the age of nine, I was taking swimming lessons in a pool. The day had arrived when ILife is a journey, and the road won’t 34 be easy. We have to focus on the final destination, not the 35 along the road.16．A．refer B．advance C．add D．present 17．A．insist on B．take risks C．put off D．take turns 18．A．fellows B．students C．instructors D．directors 19．A．leave B．fail C．observe D．quit 20．A．convince B．pretend C．attempt D．ignore 21．A．pressed B．grasped C．controlled D．pushed 22．A．below B．across C．beyond D．above 23．A．sympathetic B．annoyed C．cold D．surprised 24．A．reacted B．declined C．urged D．explained 25．A．owed B．taught C．promised D．delivered 26．A．as if B．in case C．even if D．so that 27．A．excuse B．question C．voice D．movement 28．A．illegal B．ridiculous C．impossible D．logical 29．A．discomfort B．damage C．fear D．disaster 30．A．advantage B．goal C．task D．result 31．A．sensitive B．embarrassed C．sure D．concerned 32．A．easily B．randomly C．eagerly D．instantly 33．A．take B．give C．pass D．attend 34．A．sometime B．ever C．seldom D．always 35．A．barriers B．surprises C．harvests D．sights三、阅读理解Hiking Across the Great OutdoorsWhat limits you from hiking more often? Many complain that they don’t have a suitablepartner to go with. If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?Yukon Outdoors ClubWebsite: yukonoutdoorsclub. caMembership cost: $10 for a single membership; $15 for a family membership.Description: The club coordinates day hikes, backpacking trips, canoe trips, mountain biking, cross-country skiing trips, snowshoeing trips and various workshops for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.UBC Varsity Outdoor ClubWebsite: ubc-voc. comMembership cost: Students $40; non-UBC students $60Description: The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club is a social group that hikes, mountaineers, kayaks (皮划艇), rock climbs and ice climbs. Travel and outdoor-minded UBC students and non-students are welcome to join. Members lead trips, run skills workshops, host presentations and tune gear. For a refundable deposit, members can borrow equipment from the clubroom's gear cache (器材存放点). The UBC VOC has also constructed a few backcountry (偏僻地区) huts in the Coast Mountains.Pender Harbor Hiking GroupWebsite: penderharbourhiking. weebly. comMembership cost: FreeDescription: Now in its fourth year and boasting about 100 members, the Pender Harbour Hiking Group offers a way for members to meet like-minded individuals and get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance, so get on the mailing list or check the website regularly to find a hike that’s right for you! Show up at the designated (指定的) meeting point, and get hiking. Hikes are usually one and a half to two hours long every Monday and Wednesday morning, but some full-day hikes are scheduled, depending on member interest.Vernon Outdoors ClubWebsite: vernonoutdoorsclub. orgMembership cost: A single membership is $25, and students pay $10. Children are free when they come with a registered family member.Description: Boasting a membership of close to 200 people, the Vernon Outdoors Club isan active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Since the membership is comprised of outdoor lovers in general, they are encouraged to share their activity ideas and interests. The group organizes a Tuesday Rambles event each week and also hosts multi-day trips.36．Which club costs a student the least to get a membership?A．The Yukon Outdoors Club.B．The UBC V arsity Outdoor Club.C．The Pender Harbor Hiking Group.D．The Vernon Outdoors Club. 37．What do Yukon Outdoors Club and UBC Varsity Outdoor Club have in common according to the text?A．Both organize workshops for their members.B．Both lend hiking equipment to their members.C．Both rate their members based on their hiking skills.D．Both have built backcountry huts for their members.38．What do we know about hikes organized by the Pender Harbor Hiking Group?A．They are mostly held on weekends.B．They are arranged two months ahead of time.C．Their schedule can only be seen on the club’s website.D．More full-day hikes are offered than half-day hikes.39．When does the Vernon Outdoors Club hold its Rambles event?A．Every Monday.B．Every Tuesday.C．Every Wednesday.D．Every Sunday.40．Where can you probably read the passage?A．A P. E. textbook.B．A health report.C．A sports leaflet.D．A gym notice.The whale, as big as a locomotive (火车头), jumped out of the water, spinning (旋转) as though for joy, before jumping back under the waves. We watched silently in astonishment, never having been so close to such a huge, fast-moving creature. It seemed almost possible to count the small shellfish on the whale's skin.In early December, gray whales, blue whales, and others had just started heading around the tip of Baja California, Mexico, moving as a community from the Pacific Ocean to the Sea of Cortez. It's in that protected waterway that pregnant whales give birth to their babies. Other whale babies, born the year before, could be seen sailing behind. All whale babies get twotrips like this with their mom before they're ready to start having babies of their own and making the journey on their own.We're in one of several small powerboats, sent out by ScubaCaribe, which carries on such tours in Cabo San Lucas, the whales seemed to be, at times, less than 100 feet from our boat when they rushed out of the water. At other times, they would get much closer and swim beside the boat.“What if one lands on us?” a woman next to me wondered. Fernando Del Toro, the Destination Manager of ScubaCaribe said, “We haven't had any incidents (事件) of whales jumping over our boats as we always keep our distance. We're sure they themselves are probably careful not to crash into boats. Such an accident would probably also cause them much harm.”“Everyone can enjoy this magical trip,” said Del Toro. “However, we do not recommend (推荐) it for kids under 5 years old,” he added.Though conditions on the water vary, our trip was wonderful. Even when the boat sped up to catch up with the whales, there was little need to “hang on”, and some of us remained standing throughout most of the trip. Still, you may want to pack medicine for those who might get seasick while bouncing (颠簸行进) along the waves.41．How does the author start the text?A．By telling a story.B．By asking questions.C．By describing a scene.D．By giving background information. 42．How did the author feel when seeing the jumping whales?A．Proud.B．Worried.C．Amazed.D．Discouraged. 43．What is Paragraph 2 mainly about?A．A description of the author's journey.B．A list of best places for whale-watching.C．An introduction to the travelling of whales.D．A suggestion on taking awhale-watching tour.44．What does Del Toro say about whale-watching?A．It is suitable for all ages.B．It is much too dangerous.C．It may cause serious damage to wildlife.D．It should be done from a proper distance. 45．How was the author's trip?A．It was smooth.B．It was exhausting.C．It was destroyed by a storm.D．It was terrible due to his seasickness.Orthopedic pillows are not just like any other ordinary pillow. These products are specially made to fulfill a specific function.People buy orthopedic pillows for several reasons. Sometimes people buy this type of pillow because their doctor has specifically recommended them to do so as part of a treatment and management plan for neck, back, or bone problems. In recent years, people have become more aware of the science behind orthopedic pillows, which accounts for the increase in the popularity of these pillows. There has been a lot of available orthopedic pillow information for anyone interested. The science behind these pillows has also advanced significantly over the years, which means that orthopedic pillows are now more effective and useful than ever.Orthopedic pillows help you maintain the right gesture. While traditional pillows may be very comfortable, they do not necessarily promote the proper gesture as you sleep, which is proved to be important for your health. It also helps you avoid waking up with a host of body aches and pains. Among the most common causes of back and neck pains is sleeping without adequate support. Orthopedic pillows can provide you with the necessary support that will keep these kinds of body pains away. The pillow is specifically designed to conform to the natural contours (轮廓) of your body, thus ensuring that your skeletal structure is kept in proper alignment (直线) throughout the night and that no part of your body is subjected to too much pressure, which leads to pain.Of course, it is understandable that you may find an orthopedic pillow a bit uncomfortable the first time you use it, but that is true with any new experience. The materials used in manufacturing these pillows are ideal for the kind of sleep that you are looking for.Just like any product in the market, there is a disadvantage to an orthopedic pillow as well. They are usually more expensive than traditional pillows. But, if you treat the purchase as an investment on your health, it may be a lot easier for you to part with the cash. 46．What makes orthopedic pillows increasingly popular?A．People's worries about sleep loss.B．Doctors' specific recommendation.C．The advancement of medical sciences.D．Their good effects on decreasing back and neck pains.A．materials used in orthopedic pillows are much more idealB．orthopedic pillows promote the proper sleeping postureC．orthopedic pillows may make sleepers more comfortableD．people's body pains will be cured by using orthopedic pillows48．What causes body pains when one is sleeping according to the passage?A．Proper alignment.B．A thick quilt.C．The skeletal structure.D．Lack of support.49．What does the author think of orthopedic pillows?A．They are just worth the price.B．They can bear a little pressure.C．They help cure people's disease.D．They have shortcomings in function.50．What is the passage mainly about?A．The impacts of pillows on people's health.B．The market prospect of orthopedic pillows.C．Benefits and drawbacks of using orthopedic pillows.D．Scientific secrets behind orthopedic pillows.What is your calling? What is your purpose in life? What did you come to this world to do? Every day we read about how we should find our purpose and pursue it throughout our lives in order to find meaning and contentment. There are even scientific studies that show people who view their work as a calling rather than just a career or a job have a higher life and work satisfaction. So, what exactly is this calling?I’ve personally struggled with this concept for many years. I knew that happiness not only came from a present state of joy, but also from the pursuit of an objective that gave me something to pursue. That is, until I found myself feeling empty despite my achievement of those goals.And as I reflected on these feelings of emptiness and boredom that had arisen despite my successes, I realized something. Meaning and satisfaction come from a personal devotion to what we do and the intrinsic (固有的) fulfillment we get from it. It has nothing to do withfinancial gain, social advancement or any other type of external reward or motivation. It is about doing something that we love. It is about focusing our efforts and spending our time on passions that light the spark inside of us and allow us to share with the world the unique gifts we possess.I had never before stopped to think about what I found intrinsically rewarding or fulfilling. Financial gain and external recognition were pretty much the only drivers I knew. More so, I thought this calling meant having one passion we were born with to pursue relentlessly (不懈地).So, I spent some years trying to find this long-lost purpose of mine. I discovered during that time passions I had no idea I even had. Yet, I wasn’t sure how to make them into my life purpose. I searched for an answer but couldn’t find it. It wasn’t until I came to understand the truths about our purpose in life that I was able to find my place in this world.Our purpose can consist of various things that make us feel alive. As we grow and evolve throughout the different stages in our lives, we may discover new passions and desires that change our sense of purpose and calling.We all have a longing for lives that give meaning to our existence. The difference lies in how we go about accomplishing this. We must each find our own “shine” and then shine on. 51．According to the passage, the calling refers to________.A．one’s view about careersB．a task one has to carry outC．a life-long career one choosesD．a strong desire or sense of duty to do a job52．Which of the following belongs to the author’s previous drivers for finding fulfillment?A．Financial gain and external recognition.B．Pursuing passions relentlessly.C．Discovering new passions.D．Finding purpose in life.53．What is the real purpose in life according to the author?A．Trying to do everything that you can.B．Trying to achieve your ambitious goals.C．Doing meaningful things with your passion.D．Doing something that can be successful easily.54．According to the 5th paragraph, we know that________.A．the author spent some years making changesB．the author used to think he had no passion at allC．the author didn’t know how to search for the life purposeD．the author has known his passions since he started to work55．What conclusion can be drawn from the passage?A．It’s wise to give up discovering our one true passion.B．It’s useless to pursue financial gain and external recognition.C．It’s necessary to find our own calling and pursue it with vigor.D．It’s important to share our passion with the world without stopping.四、阅读表达I had always been unhappy with my weight before I managed to lose weight. As a kid, I was bigger than everyone else around me and gained more weight after college.One day, when I looked at myself in the mirror, I really disliked how I looked. I knew I had to make a change. Besides, my health was rapidly declining. I thought I should try something to lose weight.I changed something I ate and made the gym my top priority. However, it was not easy. I had tried medication(药物治疗) before I tried to lose weight in the correct way. Coming off my medication was hard. My body was fighting itself and I had many weight-loss plateaus(停滞期). I also struggled at the gym sometimes and had a hard time pushing myself through workouts.Luckily, my trainer kept me motivated. He was driving this bus to success for me. He was my constant supporter and biggest fan. Thanks to him I saw results within two months after starting my journey. 20 months later, I lost 160 pounds.Now I can walk more than 50 feet without having to sit down. I can do laundry and clean my house. I can go to the grocery store without having to drive myself in the “fat cart”.I can do anything I want to without stressing about it. I am finally free!If you also want to lose weight, my advice is to take small steps every day to reach your goal. When I started, 160 pounds seemed so overwhelming to me, but I took small steps and made changes every day to get where I am now. It is not about a quick fix. You can’t climbMount Everest in one day. You have to do it one step at a time!56．Why did the author want to try something to lose weight?(No more than 10 words) 57．How did the author try to lose weight at last?(No more than 10 words)58．What did the author think played a key role in helping her lose weight?(No more than 5 words)59．How do you understand the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?(No more than 10 words)60．What lesson can you learn from the author’s story?(No more than 20 words)五、其他应用文61．假设你是晨光中学高三学生李津。
2023-2024学年北京海淀区高三(上)期中英语试题和答案
2023北京海淀高三（上）期中英 语2023.11本试卷共10页，100分。
考试时长90分钟。
考生务必将答案答在答题纸上，在试卷上作答无效。
考试结束后，将本试卷和答题纸一并交回。
第一部分：知识运用（共两节，30分）第一节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15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。
On a sunny afternoon, Anthony Perry stepped off the train at Chicago’s 69th Street station. The 20-year-old, who worked nights in a grocery store, was on his way to see his 1 .On the platform, something unthinkable happened: a man fell over the edge and onto the electrified train tracks! As Perry and other horrified passengers watched, he shook uncontrollably as the 2 moved through his body.“Help him!” someone cried. “Please, someone!”Perry couldn’t just stand there and 3 . He sat at the edge of the platform and eased himself down. 4 all rails between the man and him were electrified, he quickly leaped towards the victim, using a high-knee technique from his high school football days.Perry soon reached down and grasped the victim’s wrist. 5 , he felt a powerful electric shock shoot through his body. Perry jumped back. He reached down a second time, and was shocked again. But the third time he seized the man’s wrist and forearm, and managed to move the guy’s body away from the 6 .“Give him chest compressions!” yelled an old lady on the platform.Perry was no expert, but for a few moments he worked on the man’s heart until the victim regained 7 . Then, first-aiders arrived. Perry let the professionals 8 . Heart still racing from the electric shocks, he climbed back up onto the platform, grabbed his things and continued on to his grandfather’s.The evening news reported the incident, 9 an unnamed hero with saving the victim’s life. To many, Perry’s 10 deeds demonstrated the power of choosing compassion over personal safety.1. A. manager B. client C. grandfather D. aunt2. A. current B. oxygen C. wave D. blood3. A. imagine B. watch C. shout D. record4. A. Hoping B. Assuming C. Complaining D. Recalling5. A. Instantly B. Slightly C. Normally D. Surprisingly6. A. train B. crowds C. platform D. rails7. A. strength B. balance C. consciousness D. control8. A. look ahead B. take over C. get around D. keep away9. A. providing B. engaging C. assisting D. crediting10. A. generous B. grateful C. courageous D. faithful第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。
山东省青岛第五十八中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中英语试题(含答案,无听力原文及音频)
2024-2025青岛58中高三(上) 英语期中考试试卷第I卷(选择题)第一部分、听力(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题，每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man do?A. Drink coffee.B. Add some water.C. Wash cups.2. When will the man finish studying?A. At 1:00 a. m.B. At 9:00 p. m.C. At 11:00 p. m.3. What will the woman probably do next?A. Go to check on her mother.B. Send her mother to hospital.C. Answer her mother’s phone.4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Co-workers.B. Husband and wife.C. Sales clerk and customer.5. What food has been sold out?A. ChipsB. NutsC. Chocolate.第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What problem does the woman have?A. She will be late for her history lesson.B. She is struggling with her project.C. She worked late last night.7. Who is probably the man?A. A teacher.B. A headmaster.C. A student.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
河南洛阳市高三上学期期中考试英语试题(含答案解析)
河南洛阳市高三上学期期中考试英语试题（含答案解析）本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，考生作答时，将答案答在答题卡答题卷上。
（答题注意事项见答题卡），在本试卷上答题无效。
考试结束后，将答题卡和答题卷一并交回。
第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题l.5分，满分7.5分）听下面五段对话。
每段对话后有一小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Whatdotheman’sparentswanthimtobe?A．Adoctor. B．Ateacher. C．Anengineer. 2．Whatwilltheweatherbelikeintheevening?A．Clear. B．Rainy. C．Snowy. 3．Howdidthemanfeelaboutthefilm?A．Helikeditverymuch. B．Hedidn’t likeitatall. C．Helikedthelastpartofit. 4．Whatwillthewomandonext?A．Talktoapoliceofficer.B．Waitforthemantocallback.C．Tellthemanwhathappenedindetail.5．Whatarethespeakerstalkingabout?A．Themakingofarobot.B．Theirhomeinthefuture.C．Howtechnologyhaschangedtheirlives.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
2024-2025学年湖北省鄂东南高三上学期期中考试英语试题
2024-2025学年湖北省鄂东南高三上学期期中考试英语试题Here are some dictionaries to share with you for English learning. Verbal AdvantageIt is the most comprehensive, accessible, and effective vocabulary-building program available today. What exactly is a “verbal advantage”? In short, a “verbal advantage” is the ability to use words in a precise and powerful manner, to communicate clearly, correctly, and effectively in every situation. In this book, I intend to turn your ability with words into mastery. Dictionary of Common ErrorsIt provides learners and teachers of English with a practical guide to common errors and their correction. Arranged alphabetically(按字母顺序)for ease of use, the entries deal with those errors that regularly appear in the written English of learners at the intermediate level of proficiency and above. Each error is accompanied by a correction and a short, simple explanation. Merriam-Webster’s Vocabulary BuilderIt is designed to achieve 2 goals: to add a large number of words to your permanent working vocabulary, and to teach the most useful word-building roots to help you continue expanding your vocabulary in the future. To achieve these goals, it employs an approach that takes into account how people learn and remember. Word Power Made EasyIt is the complete handbook for building a superior vocabulary, which enables you to speak and write with confidence, read more effectively and efficiently, learn quickly, develop social contacts, and increase your earning power. Pay special attention to the Chapter Review! Are the words still fresh in your mind? Do you remember the meaning of each word studied in the previous sessions? In these Reviews, you are not only testing your learning but also tightening up any areas in which you discover gaps, weaknesses, or forgetfulness.1. What does the “Dictionary of Common Errors” offer to its users?A．A collection of idiomatic expressions.B．An alphabetical list of advanced vocabulary.C．A comprehensive history of the English language.D．A handy guide to frequently made errors and their corrections.2. According to the passage, in which dictionary can we learn English roots?A．Verbal Advantage. B．Word Power Made Easy.C．Merriam-Webster’s Vocabulary Builder.D．Dictionary of Common Errors.3. What can we learn from this passage?A．Going over the learned words is recommended for English learning.B．Memorizing words alphabetically is the best way to build vocabulary.C．English learners at intermediate level seldom make mistakes in writing.D．All the 4 dictionaries intend to promote learners’ grammatical competence.High levels of lead detected in Ludwig van Beethoven’s hair which has been confirmed belonging to him suggest that the composer had lead poisoning, which may have contributed to illness he endured over the course of his life, including deafness, according to new research.In addition to hearing loss, the famed classical composer had repeated stomach issues throughout his life, experienced two attacks of severe liver disease. It is believed that Beethoven died from liver and kidney disease at age 56. But the process of understanding what caused his many health problems has been a much more complicated puzzle, one that even Beethoven himself hoped doctors could eventually solve.An international team of researchers set out nearly a decade ago to partially fulfill Beethoven’s wish by studying locks of his hair. Using DNA analysis, the team determined which ones truly belonged to the composer and which did not, and sequenced Beethoven’s genome(基因组). The findings, published in a March 2023 report, revealed that Beethoven had significant genetic risk factors for liver disease. But the results didn’t provide any insights into the underlying causes of his deafness, which began in his 20s, or his stomach issues.Beethoven’s genome was made publicly available, inviting researchers around the world to investigate remaining questions about Beethoven’s health. In addition to high concentrations of lead, the latest findings showed arsenic(砷)and mercury(汞)that remain trapped in the composer’s strings of hair nearly 200 years after his death, according to a new letter published Monday in the journal Clinical Chemistry. The surprising insights could provide new windows into Beethoven’s persistent health problems.4. What might have caused Beethoven’s long-term health problems?A．Loss of hearing. B．High levels of lead in his body.C．Constant complaints. D．Lack of doctor’s treatment.5. The underlined word “wish” in paragraph 3 may refer to________.A．Examining his hair. B．Curing him of the disease.C．Identifying the cause of his illness. D．Conducting DNA analysis.6. What did the report in 2023 find out?A．The potential cause of his deafness.B．The sequence of his genetic material.C．The hair that truly belonged to Beethoven.D．Beethoven’s carrying a great genetic risk of liver disease.7. Why does the author mention the latest findings in the last paragraph?A．To confirm the earlier result.B．To contradict the previous findings.C．To draw a conclusion about the contributing factors.D．To provide a better understanding of the cause of his illness.One morning in June 1986, I placed an empty snail shell into a tide pool on Long Island. A hermit crab(寄居蟹)came by, inspected the shell, and quickly exchanged it for its old one. Soon another crab found the abandoned shell, did the same, and moved on. About 10 minutes later a third crab found the second’s old home and claimed its prize, leaving behind its damaged one.It may seem strange, but these small creatures are making use of what sociologists call a “vacancy chain(空缺链)”—an organized method of exchanging resources in which every individual benefits by claiming a more desirable possession abandoned by another individual. Recent studies have revealed two types of vacancy chains in hermit crabs: synchronous and asynchronous. In the asynchronous type(like what I observed), usually one crab at a time comes across a vacant shell without other crabs nearby. But in synchronous chains, they line up by size behind the one examining a vacant shell. Once it moves into the new shell, the others quickly follow, each taking the better-suited shelter in line.Though research on vacancy chains in animals beyond hermit crabs is limited, early evidence suggests that the strategy has evolved widespread. Humans follow the same pattern. Studies in 1960s Manhattan showed how new apartments triggered a chain reaction, allowing many families to upgrade their housing. Car dealers in the early 20th century adopted a similar system, trading in old cars to facilitate new sales. Vacancy chains highlight that resource distribution is not just about competition but also about the efficient transfer of resources, shedding light on issues like housing shortages and even crime.Not long ago, I returned to the beach where my observations began. Watching the hermit crabs crawl through the tide pool, I felt grateful and delighted, realizing that some patterns of our social life are so fundamental that we even share them with rather primitive creatures.8. Where was the second crab’s original shell according to paragraph 1?A．It was taken by the first crab. B．It was exchanged with a snail.C．It was occupied by the third crab. D．It was left behind in the tide pool.9. Which of the following is correct about the two kinds of chains?A．Asynchronous chains occur only in animals.B．Asynchronous chains involve fighting over resources.C．Synchronous chains involve crabs queuing up by age.D．Synchronous chains occur when crabs gather in the same place.10. Which of the following can set off a “vacancy chain”?A．Winning a bet. B．Storing canned food.C．Selling old vehicles for new ones. D．Buying disposable plastic bottles.11. What does the passage imply about the significance of studying vacancy chains?A．It may suggest new ways to care for crabs.B．It may reveal how competition is stimulated.C．It may highlight the importance of saving resources.D．It may give insights into human resource distribution.A bestseller by Giulia Enders explores the fascinating world of the human digestive system and its profound impact on overall health. One of the key takeaways is the idea that the gut(肠)is not just a digestion machine, but a complex and intelligent organ that influences our immune system, brain function, and emotional well-being.The book explores the gut-brain connection, explaining how the gut communicates with the brain and can influence mood and behavior, highlighting the link between gut health and mental conditions like anxiety and depression. Enders also explains how the gut’s nervous system functions independently of the brain and why it’s often called the “second brain.”Another key point is the impact of diet on gut health. Enders advises incorporating fiber-rich foods, fermented products(like yogurt), and probiotics(good bacteria)into our diet to nourish beneficial gut bacteria. She also warns against the overuse of antibiotics(抗生素), which can upset the balance of gut bacteria and lead to digestive disorders.The book also provides insight into common digestive problems and breaks down how these issues can be managed or prevented by making simple lifestyle changes, like eating slowly and managing stress. Enders explains the digestive process in a simple and engaging way, highlighting the importance of a healthy gut and offers practical advice on supporting its function, such as avoiding overly processed foods and eating mindfully.Enders also touches on the significance of the immune system in the gut, where a large portion of immune cells reside. A healthy gut microbiome(肠道微生物组)can strengthen the immune response, while an imbalanced gut may lead to increased risk to infections and autoimmune diseases.Enders successfully makes the science of the gut accessible and relatable, showing that by understanding how this often-overlooked organ works, we can make informed choices that significantly improve our health and happiness.12. What does the underlined word “takeaways” in paragraph 1 mean?A．Differences. B．Conclusions. C．Causes. D．Goals.13. What does the author might agree with?A．An unhealthy gut will definitely lead to immune disorders.B．The gut’s nervous system interrelates with the brain in its function.C．Eating slowly or managing stress helps avoid some digestive problems.D．The more fiber we include in our diet, the healthier our gut will become.14. Which one can best serve as the title of the book by Giulia Enders?A．Gut Health Is Above Wealth.B．Eat Your Way to Good Health.C．Immune System: A Deciding Factor in Overall Health.D．Gut: The Inside Story of Our Body’s Most Underrated Organ.15. What is the text?A．A book review. B．A research paper.C．An advertisement for a book. D．A chapter of a book.When you get up in the morning, what is the first thing that you tend to do? By chance, is it to check notifications on a cell phone? 16 That usually means using the newest technology in nearly every aspect of life.17 One sensible approach is to set goals, use time limits, and avoid letting any single medium or electronic platform take up the lion’s share of your time.One major impact of advanced technology has been the change in the way people read. After centuries of reading the printed page, people now do much of their reading on various kinds of screens for the reason that the shift is convenient and cost-effective. 18 One concern is that light from computer and phone screens can eventually cause teary eyes. In addition, recent research has found advantages to reading on paper. Professor Virginia Clinton of the University of North Dakota examined results from 33 studies on reading. This research indicates that students demonstrated better comprehension when reading on paper rather than on screens. 19 It simply suggests that reading on paper has not yet lost its value.How often do people find themselves watching videos or using websites only to find that hours have passed with their original goal unfulfilled? That is because designers use artificial intelligence to create video feeds and music streaming programs that absorb your attention for as long as possible. Therefore, it is more important than ever to be able to take a step back. 20 In doing so, it can give them back their time and sense of agency.In many ways Mack and Cameron were typical high school friends. They enjoyed playing video games, and watched movies together. Both boys loved ________ and did well in school. But Mack a nd Cameron’s friendship was ________ , or rather, extraordinary.Cameron had been born with cerebral palsy(脑瘫), a ________ that limits a person’s ability to move. He used a wheelchair to get around. He communicated through a sophisticated computer system that ________ to his eye movements. Cameron loved sports and hoped to be a ________ someday. Mack enjoyed sports, too. He was also an excellent student and ________ as senior class president. The boys had met years before when Mack was the new kid in the neighborhood. By first grade the two had become ________ , and by high school they were still best friends. “We laugh at the same things,” Mack once said, “but we’re also different. Cam’s into following sports, while I’m more ________ and into good academic grades. He’s fun to be around, so we find things we can do together.”Although Mack and Cameron had been ________ most of their lives, no one had ever expected them to run in high school ________ events together. Beginning in their junior year, the boys ________ , and Mack used a special wheelchair to push Cameron in every race. Mack understood that this meant he couldn’t earn points at the meets. But as he later explained, he didn’t really ________ that. As the seasons ________ , the boys had some memorable experiences together on the track and managed to beat some other kids in races. “We’re not like the best, but we’ re not bad, ”Mack said ________ .Today both boys have finished high school and moved on to college. They’re still, friends, and they still run together. In fact, they recently completed a half marathon, ________ in less than an hour and a half, which is faster than seven minutes a mile!21.A．sports B．math C．art D．craft22.A．fun B．different C．marvelous D．common23.A．condition B．effect C．circumstance D．medium24.A．applied B．contributed C．objected D．responded25.A．driver B．doctor C．coach D．programmer26.A．regarded B．treated C．served D．defined27.A．focused B．inseparable C．hopeful D．sympathetic 28.A．bookish B．optimistic C．dynamic D．consistent29.A．brothers B．relatives C．friends D．roommates 30.A．history B．track C．singing D．reciting31.A．pulled through B．gave up C．settled down D．teamed up32.A．care about B．think about C．set down D．show off33.A．settled B．transferred C．ended D．progressed 34.A．surprised B．disappointedly C．proudly D．sadly35.A．relaxing B．finishing C．cooperating D．navigating阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
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崇庆中学高2017届高三上期半期考试英语试题注意事项：1.本试卷分第I卷(选择题）和第II卷(非选择题)两部分，共150分，考试时间120分钟。
2.答第I卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号、考试科目用铅笔涂在答题卡上。
每小题选出答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需要改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
所有试题都要答在答题卡上。
第I卷（选择题共100分）第一部分听力（共两节,满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下 K- 一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.How much should the woman pay for the batteries?A. $15.B. $10.C. $5.2.What is the woman going to do this evening?A. Make a speech.B. Prepare for a speech.C. Go dancing with the man.3.Where does the conversation take place?A. At a laundry.B. At a repair shop.C. At a clothes shop.4. Why does the woman ask the man to go to an Internet cafe´?A. He can finish his design there.B. She wants to have coffee with him.C. He can have his computer repaired there.5. What does the man mean?A. He ’ll go to see a doctor.B. He has had worse colds in the past.C. There’s no need for a treatment.第二节（共15小题;每小题 1.5分，满分22..5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题掏6. Where did the woman meet Charlie?A. At Anna’ s house .B. At a theatre.C. At a sports centre.7. Who will prob ably send the woman home tomorrow evening?A. James.B.Charlie.C. Anna.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8.What are the speakers mainly talki ng about?A. The paper.B. A fax machine.C. Customers’ dissatisfaction.9.What will the woman do next?A.Stopping using cheap paper.B.Drink some wine.C.Do some cleaning.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10.How does the boy feel about living in the village?A.AnnoyedB. Excited.C. Satisfied.11.Why does the boy’s father decide to live in the village?A.He has changed his job.B.He wants to save money.C.He thinks it’s quiet there.12.What does the woman suggest the boy do?A. Ask his parents for a motorbike.B. Having his parents drive him to school.C. Talk with his parents about living in the village.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13.What did the woman work as before her children were born?A. A teacher.B. A painter.C. An actress.14.What happened when the woman did a play about a lion?A. The children were frightened.B. The children laughed about it.C. The children’s parents were unhappy.15.How did the woman’s daughters help her?A. They performed in the shows.B. They think of ideas for new stories.C. They give their opinions on the new plays.16.Why is the woman successful in her shows?A. She has a wide range of different shows .B. She puts her heart into the shows.C. She does a show every day.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17.Why did the s peaker go cycling?A. To break a speed record.B. To relax his mind.C. To strengthen his body.18.What was wrong with the speaker ’s bike?A.It was too old to go fast.B.It had trouble going up hills.C.Its brakes needed attention.19.What did the speaker dislike about his trip?A.The food.B.The weather.C.The local people.20.What do we know about the speaker?A .He went away at the best time of year for cycling.B.He felt healthier after the cycling trip.C.He had chosen a good route.第二部分阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。
AAs early as the mid-18th century, some people began raising doubts about Marco Polo’s travels. In 1995,historian Frances Wood argued in her book Did Marco Polo Go to China ? that the famous explorer from Venice never made it to pass the Black Sea. She noted that his travel journal left out the Great Wall of China, chopsticks and tea drinking among other deails.Furthermore, Chinese documents from Polo’s day made no mention of the explorer andhis men. Last year, a team of Italian researchers became the latest to challenge Polo’s accounts. They said that evidence didn’t support his description of Kublai Khan’s Japanese invasions (侵略）.Now, however, research by Hans Ulrich Vogel of Germany’s Tubingen University might help prove Marco Polo was true. In a new book Marco Polo Was in China，the professor of Chinese history tries to prove that Marco Polo spoke the truth. He suggests, for example, that Polo didn’t include the Great Wall in his book because it only achieved its great importance in the Ming Dynasty several hundred years later. Vogel further explains that Chinese records from the 13th and 14th centuries avoided setting down visits from Westerners.Historians before him have touched on these issues. But Vogel also relies on another evidence:the explorer’s very detailed descriptions of currency and salt production in the Yuan Dynasty. According to Vogel, Polo documented these aspects of Mongol Chinese culture in greater detail than any other of his time. This is a hint that Polo relied on his own powers of observation.Will we ever know whether Marco Polo traveled to China? Perhaps not, but the consequences of his real or fictional journey are still felt across the globe. One reader of The travels of Marco Polo was Christopher Columbus,who stepped upon the New World while following his idol’s footsteps.21．France Wood doubted Marco Polo’s travel’s to China because his description .A.missed some important culture of ChinaB. covered so much about traders’ lifeC.was full of obvious mistakesD. seemed more detailed22．Vogel’s trust on Marco Polo is based on the argument that .a.The Great Wall didn’ t gain its importance thenb.Records in the Yuan Dynasty mentioned Poloc.Polo mentioned the currency and saltd.Polo’s other works are believablee.Polo recorded what he saw in great detailA. a, bB. b, eC. a, eD.b，c23．Which of the following shows the structure of the text?A. B. C. D.BOne of the greatest gifts one generation can give to other generations is the wisdom it has gained from experience. This idea has inspired the award-winning photographer Andrew Zuckerman. He interviewed and took photos of fifty over-sixty-five-year-olds all over the world. His project explores various aspects of their lives. The photos and interviews are now available on our website.Click on the introductions to read the complete interviews.Let us now have a culture of peace.一Federico Mayor Zaragoza, SpainFederico Mayor Zaragoza obtained a doctorate in pharmacy (药学）from the Complutense University of Madrid in 1958. After many years spent in politics, he became Director-General of UNESCO in 1987. In 1999，he created the Foundation for a Culture of Peace, of which he is now the president. In addition to many scientific publications, he has published four collections of poems and several books of essays.Writing is a discovery.一Nadine Gordimer，South AfricaDue to a weak heart, Nadine Gordimer attended school and university briefly. She read widely and began writing at an early age. She published her first short story at the age of fifteen, and has completed a large number of works,which have been translated into forty languages.In 1991Gordimer won the Nobel Prize for Literature.Jazz is about the only form of art today.—Dave Brubeck, USADave Brubeck studied music at the University of the Pacific and graduated in 1942. After World War Two he was encouraged to play jazz. In 1951,he recorded his first album (专辑).Brubeck’s 1959 album has become a jazz standard.He received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996.For more figures CLICK HERE.24.Why did Andrew Zuckerman choose the fifty elders for his project?A.Because their accomplishments inspired him.B.Because they are physically impressive.C.Because their wisdom deserves to be passed on.D.Because they have similar experiences.25.According to the web page, Federico Mayor Zaragoza .A.has won many awards for his work in politicsB.has served as the president of a universityC.has devoted all his life to the field of scienceD.has made achievements in different areas26.Who most probably said “My education has been the library and books” in the interviewwhen reflecting on his/her experience?A. Andrew Zuckerman.B. Federico Mayor Zaragoza.C.Nadine Gordimer.D. Dave Brubeck.27.What is the main purpose of this web page?A.To promote Zuckerman’s project.B.To show Zuckerman’s awards.C.To spread the wisdom of the three people.D.To celebrate the achievements of the three people.CParents will do anything for their chi ldren. Whether it would be the food, clothes, or the place they live in,parents will always make sure their children have the best of everything. One of the biggest concerns that parents currently have is educating their children. They are faced with lots of difficulties when it comes to education for their young ones. Choices include private school, charter school,public school or home schooling.Fortunately for parents，there are a variety of different strategies that they can take in order to in-crease their child’s overall intelligence. According to Ross A. Thompson, PhD, professor of psychology at the University of California at Davis, a child’s brain will actually reach 90% of its full size by the time they start kindergarten.Researchers at Northwestern University in Chicago concluded that playing a musical instrument directly affected the brain stem, the lower section of the brain. Moreover, children that learn an instrument at an early age tend to continue it when they are older. And numerous studies show that a well balanced meal is essential for a child’s mental as well as physical health. Some other researchers recommended that a second language should be taught when children are in preschool. They state that three to four years of age is the perfect time and that any age under four would work perfectly fine for a child’s brain development.The average child will learn how to read between kindergarten and second grade. Many parents can give their children a jump start by teaching them to read before they start school. Children could have an adequate background of the alphabet and sounds of words before attending school. This can be done by simply reading to them whenever you want. The more comfortable they get,the easier the process will be.28.From the first paragraph, we can infer that .A.parents find it hard to satisfy their kids’ various demandsB.parents meet a new challenge when raising their kidsC.parents have more choices in offering education to their kidsD.parents get actively involved in the process of their kids’ growth29.What suggestion may the researchers in the passage make?A.To train kids as early as possible.B.To try as many means as possible.C.To help kids develop as fully as possible.D.To use as many available resources as possible.30.What does the third paragraph mainly discuss about?A.The proper time to teach children to learn languages.B.The effective ways to help develop children’s brains.C.The vital factors to have a great effect on children’s health.D.The practical steps to arouse children’s interest in study.31.We can replace the words “jump start” in the last paragraph with .A.inspirationB. introductionC. suggestionD. promotionDCan you resist cream cakes? I miss my sugar! I’ve decided to lose weight and I had to give up cakes. It’s difficult because I have a sweet tooth and I love cream cakes.Not having treats can be good for your health. I’ve heard that the Burts, a family of five in South East England，lived sugar free for a whole year after they found out their daughter had diabetes (糖尿病).It wasn’t easy. To avoid temptation, I don’t go to any bakeries, but this family actually owns one, which makes up to 3 ,000 cakes a week.They were in shock when the doctor said that their 16-year-old Lucy had to check her blood sugar levels regularly and take insulin (胰岛素). He advised her to eat a normal,balanced diet,but the Burts went further and got rid of sugar altogether.And how does it feel to live without sugar for a while? Jason Burt said that for amonth they felt weak. But l ater on it all changed. He says he feels “more awake” and full of energy.And what about the Burt family business? It had to keep using half a ton of sugar a week and any cook worth his salt knows that you have to taste a recipe to know if it’s right. No problem there,says Jason Burt’s wife, Clare. She points out that she’s got lots of people offering to taste the cakes for them. The family is also thinking about selling more delicious products.I wonder what makes us have a strong desire for sweet food. Anyway, I’ve decided to forget about the sweet taste of sugar for a while. As British model Kate Moss says：“Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.”32.From the passage, what do we know about the author?A. The author runs a bakery.B. The author hates sweet taste.C. The author is on a diet.D. The author’s daughter had diabetes.33.What did the Burts do after hearing the doctor’s advice?A.They were shocked.B. They went too far about it.C.They used half a ton of sugar a week.D. They avoided sugar completely.34.From the passage we can learn it is necessary for a cook .A.to make up to 3 ,000 cakes a weekB.to taste a recipe to know if it’s rightC.to get lots of people offering to taste the cakesD.to selling more delicious products35.What does the sentence by Kate Moss mean?A.It is worthwhile to resist food to look skinny.B.There is nothing tasting as good as sweets.C.Nothing tastes good when the skin feels terrible.D.Nobody can resist the desire for sweets.第二节（共5小题;每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。