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天津市河西区2024-2025学年高三上学期期中质量调查英语试卷(含答案,无听力原文及音频)

天津市河西区2024-2025学年高三上学期期中质量调查英语试卷(含答案,无听力原文及音频)

河西区2024-2025学年度第一学期高三年级期中质量调查英语试卷第Ⅰ卷(选择题,共95分)第一部分英语知识运用(共两节;满分45分)第一节单项填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)1. —I’m thinking about learning a new instrument, but I’m a bit worried. I’m too old.—You’re never too old to learn something new. ________A. You are joking.B. Don’t mention it.C. Please yourself!D. Go for it!2. —What’s that noise?—Oh, I forget to tell you. The new machine ________.A. is testingB. was being testedC. is being testedD. has been tested3. Our goal is to maximize our ________ for personal growth.A. potentialB. bonusC. obstacleD. shadow4. —Where is Peter? I can’t find him anywhere.—He went to the library after breakfast and ________ his essay there ever since.A. wroteB. had writtenC. has been writingD. is writing5. Our special thanks go to thousands of volunteers, without ________ tireless work, none of these achievements would be possible.A. whichB. whomC. whoseD. that6. —Do you mind closing the door?—________.A. Don’t mention itB. I don’t like itC. Not in the leastD. Never mind7. We are pleased to see the suggestion ________ in many schools to help free students from the heavy schoolwork.A. adoptedB. adoptingC. adoptD. to adopt8. The workers are determined to go through with their railway project, ________ the expenses have risen.A. as long asB. even thoughC. now thatD. as though9. I am ________ to ask for anything specific, because I feel like I will be asking for trouble.A. passionateB. complexC. reluctantD. innocent10. Many Chinese parents are willing to spend money on camp education and study tours for their children, ________ the industry a booming market with great potential.A. to makeB. makingC. having madeD. made11. ________she couldn’t understand, was ________ fewer and fewer students showed interest in her lessons.A. What; whyB. That; whatC. What; becauseD. Why; that12. Let’s not just ________ the idea before we’ve even thought about it.A. retreatB. submitC. suspendD. dismiss13. Having experienced all kinds of hardships, he ________ reached his destination.A. unfortunatelyB. ultimatelyC. generallyD. purposefully14. We have no doubt that if the students’ interest in the subject is aroused, they will the ________ challenge and commit more of their time and energy to their studies.A. face up toB. keep pace withC. put up withD. live up to15. George ________ too far. His coffee is still warm.A. must have goneB. might have goneC. can’t have goneD. needn’t have gone第二节完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分)阅读下面短文,掌握大意,然后从A、B、C、D中,选出最佳选项。

江苏省南京市南京市第一中学2022-2023学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(解析版)

江苏省南京市南京市第一中学2022-2023学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(解析版)

南京一中2022~2023学年第一学期期中考试试卷高三英语本试卷分为第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分第一部分: 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5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. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】What do we learn from the conversation?A. The man hates to lend his tools to other people.B. The man hasn’t finished working on the bookshelf.C. The man lost those tools.【答案】C【解析】【原文】W: Simon, could you return the tools I lent you for building the bookshelf last month? M: Oh, well, I hate to tell you this, but I can’t seem to find them.2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】What do we know about the man?A. He doesn’t like his job.B. He will not give up his job.C. He has a large family to support.【答案】B【解析】【原文】W: Well, you said you didn’t care very much for your job. Have you every thought of giving it up?M: Not really. You see I have a lot of friends in the office. I’m part of the family there.3. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】What’s the relationship between the two speakers?A. Classmates.B. Teachers and students.C. Headmaster and teachers.【答案】B【解析】【原文】M: Hi, Miss Green. Sorry, I failed your subject again but I really tried my best.W: No one is sure to succeed every time. Cheer up, young man. You will have more chances.M: Thank you, Miss Green. I’ll try harder next time.4. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】Who is worried about gaining weight?A. The son.B. Aunt Louise.C. The mother. 【答案】C【解析】【原文】W: I don’t know how you can eat so much yet never put on any weight, son. Your father’s got the same luck. I can’t take a bite without calculating how many calories I am taking.M: But remember Aunt Louise, Mom? She ate a lot and never gained a pound.5. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】Why doesn’t the woman buy the coat?A. It is expensive.B. There isn’t her size.C. She doesn’t like the color.【答案】B【解析】【原文】M: Don’t you like the coat you just tried on?W: Well, I like the color and fabric.M: And it is really nice and reasonably priced.W: Yes I would have bought it right away if they had had it in my size.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。

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)

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。

如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。

回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试卷上无效。

3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小1.5分,满分75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。

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。

北京市2022-2023学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题含解析

北京市2022-2023学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题含解析

北京2022-2023学年度第一学期期中试卷高三英语(答案在最后)(试卷满分为100分,考试时间为100分钟)第一部分:知识运用(共三节,30分)第一节(共10小题;每小题1分,共10分)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。

1.Three of his novels have been________for television.A.applaudedB.adaptedC.appliedD.adopted【答案】B【解析】【详解】考查动词词义辨析。

句意:他的三部小说已被改编成电视剧。

A.applauded称赞;B.adapted改编;C.applied申请;D.adopted采用。

根据前文的“novels”以及后文的“television”可知,此处考查固定搭配be adapted for意为“被改编为”,此处指小说被改编成电视剧。

故选B项。

2.The museum________many of the treasures from Tang Dynasty.A.hostsB.harvestsC.housesD.holds【答案】C【解析】【详解】考查动词词义辨析。

句意:这个博物馆收藏了许多唐代的珍宝。

A.hosts主办;B.harvests收割;C. houses收藏;D.holds拿着。

根据后文“the treasures from Tang Dynasty”可知,此句是博物馆收藏了许多珍宝之意。

故选C项。

3.The Chinatown in San Francisco is a very popular tourist________.A.digestB.drawC.distinctionD.division【答案】B【解析】【详解】考查名词词义辨析。

句意:旧金山的唐人街是一个非常受欢迎的旅游景点。

A.digest摘要;B.draw 有吸引力的物;C.distinction区别;D.division分开。

山西省太原市2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试 英语(含答案)

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。

2023-2024学年上海师大附中高三上期中英语试卷及答案

2023-2024学年上海师大附中高三上期中英语试卷及答案

2023-2024学年上海师大附中高三上期中英语试卷II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.How to future-proof your career against the threat of AIEver since the industrial revolution,people have feared that technology would take away their jobs.While some jobs and tasks have indeed been replaced by machines,(21)_________ have emerged.The fear that jobs might disappear or be replaced through automation is understandable.Recent research found that a quarter of tasks that humans currently do in the US and Europe could be automated in the coming years.The future of work is a popular topic of discussion,with countless books(22)_________ (publish)each year on the topic.These books speak to the human need to understand how to future might be shaped.A strong theme of concern is found in these books about technology enabling certain tasks to be automated,(23)_________(make)many people out of jobs.Specifically,(24)_________worries people is that knowledge-based jobs--like those in accounting or law--that have long been regarded as being exclusive(专属的、专有的)to well-educated professionals are now under threat of replacement by machines.But there is another, (25)_________(ambitious)way to think about this.Some books stress the potential of humans collaborating with AI,to enhance each other's skills.(26)_________being replaced,lawyers would then be empowered by technology.In reality,automation and empowerment co-exist,both of which(27)_________(concern)with your future career.In light of this,the key to future-proofing your job is continued learning,(28)_________is a valuable skill to develop in any career.Also,critical thinking and analytical skills are going to be particularly central for how humans and machines(29)_________empower one another.Above all,choose a job that you enjoy and keep learning(30)_________if you do need to change course in the future,you know how to.Section BDirections:Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.advanceB.appealC.associationD.differsE.diligentlyF.entirelyG.frustrationH.produceI.uncooperativeJ.vagueK.worthyThe garden pathImagine a plate holding two strawberries,identical in appearance.One came out of a supermarket box.By the time it reached the plate it may have been off the vine for two weeks.The other strawberry was picked from a garden minutes before being eaten.The first one will probably taste like a slightly sour cucumber,with a(n)__31__hint of berry taste.The second is likely to be sweet and floral(花的、花卉的).Supermarket strawberries are not __32__without advantages:they are convenient and available in the northern hemisphere(地球的半球)in February.But the two berries are distinct from each other in the same way that hearing music in a concert hall__33__from listening to it on a worn-out cassette.The home-grown fruit is an edible(可食用的、能吃的)case for cultivating a home garden.Those who long dismissed gardening as a waste of time__34__this argument with great passion.They think a garden can yield peas that taste like the vibrant,green essence of spring; tomatoes and carrots of incomparable sweetness;and lettuces and herbs that taste like themselves rather than the plastic they are usually packaged in.Growing your own vegetables ensures a reliable supply,offering virtuous seasonal__35__.That attitude misrepresents the ultimate__36__of gardening;it mistakes the product for the purpose.On the other hand,a garden,especially in the early years,can also yield little but__37__. New gardeners may plant the wrong crops for their soil.And even expert gardeners can lose a season's harvest to__38__weather.No matter.The real joy of gardening is the time spent doing it.The deepest pleasure--as with cooking,writing,bringing up children or almost anything worthwhile--is in the work itself.A gardener's memories centre not on the food produced,but on long summer afternoons with hands in the dirt,surrounded by family,if the garden is at home,or deepening__39__with friendsand neighbours in a community garden.To garden is to__40__help life thrive(兴隆、兴旺、繁荣)with love and patience,in the ground and above it.III.Reading ComprehensionsSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage,there are four words or phrases marked A,B, C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Traveler's dilemmaAn airline loses two suitcases belonging to two different travelers,Lucy and Pete.Both suitcases happen to be the same and also contain__41__antiques.An airline manager tasked to settle their claims figures that simply asking the travelers for the price is hopeless,for they may __42__it.Instead,he asks them to write down the price of the antique as any dollar between2and 100__43__so that they can't negotiate with each other.If both write the same number,he will pay each of them that amount.But if they write different numbers,he will assume that the lower one is the actual price and that the person writing the higher number is__44__.In that case,he will pay both of them the lower number along with a(n)__45__and a punishment--the person who wrote the lower number will get$2more as a reward for honesty and the one who wrote the higher number will get$2less instead.__46__,if Lucy writes46and Pete writes100,Lucy will get$48 and Pete will get$44.What numbers will Lucy and Pete write?In1994,economist Kaushik Basu crafted the"Traveler's Dilemma"(TD)to challenge the narrow view of__47__.TD serves the purpose because the game's logic dictates that2is the logical option.Admittedly,Lucy's first idea is that she should write the largest possible number, which will earn her$100if Pete is similarly__48__.Soon,however,it strikes her that if she wrote 99instead,she would make a little more money,because in that case she would get$101.But surely this__49__will also occur to Pete,who will choose99as well.Continuing with this line of reasoning would send the travelers down to the smallest permissible number,namely,2-this is where the__50__leads us.In experimental studies,contrary to the predictions,most people pick$100or a number close to it,either without thinking the problem through or while fully aware they are__51__the reasonable choice.So,while most people instinctively feel that they would select a much highernumber than$2,this instinct seems to__52__the predicted logical outcome,$2.By rejecting the logical choice and acting illogically by writing a higher number,people end up getting a substantially bigger__53__.Based on these studies,researchers have proposed that people appear to have a natural,positive attitude in favor of__54__.This attitude leads to a cooperative model that favors the seemingly unreasonable but__55__strategies.41.A.precious B.identical C.controversial D.fake42.A.assess B.highlight C.neglect D.overstate43.A.intentionally B.precisely C.separately D.casually44.A.supervising B.cheating C.imitating plaining45.A.bonus B.identity C.discipline D.alarm46.A.By contrast B.In addition C.For instance D.On the whole47.A.negotiation B.fairness C.reason D.instinct48.A.calm B.greedy C.foolish D.imaginary49.A.pessimism B.perseverance C.challenge D.insight50.A.evidence B.logic C.goal D.emotion51.A.contributing to B.departing from C.appealing for D.dreaming about52.A.echo B.overlook C.contradict D.alter53.A.punishment B.interest C.investment D.payoff54.A.cooperation B.investigation C.perfection D.imagination55.A.straightforward B.instructive C.acceptable D.beneficialSection BDirections:Read the following two passage.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Do Your Employees suffer from Friday-Itis?Have you heard about Friday-itis,the significant drop in motivation and concentration seen on Fridays among may workers who look forward to their weekend days off but a day in advance?Almost every employee has at some point experienced the need to take an unplanned day offfor rest,for the sake of his physical or mental health.Defined by the Labour Standards Act and most collective agreements and employment contracts,a sick day is a one-time day of leave taken by an employee due to the inability,whether psychological and physical,to be present at his workplace to adequately carry out his professional functions.Short and occasional,this involuntary absence is easily accepted and absorbed by the company.But when it is repeated and almost invariably falls on the eve of a weekend,absence for last minute sickness can quickly give an employer a headache.When it becomes avoidable,systematic and based on a false motive,this"Friday Sickness" syndrome falls into the category of unreasonable and abusive absenteeism.This has significant impact on a company's organizational efficiency,productivity and competitiveness.So much so that many managers avoid setting up important meetings on Fridays,knowing the higher likelihood that their staff will all be at work the rest of the week.Despite the high cost of absenteeism,a study published in2012by the Conference Board of Canada found that only46%of Canadian companies report that they monitor their employees' absences and the reasons given.To properly assess absenteeism means beginning to understand it and not letting it pass.Although abusive in form and use,Friday sick leave can also be explained by other factors that need to be taken seriously.An employee can take a break in the wrong way that he might reasonably need,in connection with factors specific to the company--having a clearly excessive, workload,for example.Focusing on suspicious monitoring or the threat of fines is not a solution for employers. Indirectly forcing presenteeism on an employee,in other words to come in and stay at work even when he has serious reasons not to do so,can be even more damaging for everyone.Statistics Canada estimates that loss of productivity associated with presenteeism is7.5times higher than that caused by absenteeism.56.What is Friday-itis?A.A decrease in motivation on Fridays due to employees anticipating the weekend.B.A medical condition that specifically affects employees on Fridays.C.A term used to describe excessive absenteeism on Fridays.D.A syndrome where employees refuse to work on Fridays.57.According to the passage,what kind of absence does the company easily accept?A.Absence for last minute sickness.B.Repeated absence before weekends.C.Short and occasional absence.D.Avoidable and systematic absence.58.What impact does repeated last-minute sickness absences on Fridays have on employers?A.It leads to increased productivity and competitiveness.B.It causes employees to prioritize rest and their overall well-being.C.It has a negative impact on organizational efficiency and productivity.D.It provides employers with a headache due to the need for more meetings.59.What is the potential consequence of forcing presenteeism on employees?A.It leads to a decrease in overall productivity.B.It results in a decrease in absenteeism rates.C.It helps in improving employees'motivation and concentration.D.It causes employees to take unplanned days off more frequently.(B)Memberships Sun City OV Resident Public Single Couple Single Couple18Hole PlayCurrent Annual$3,590$6,685$4,060$7,175 New Annual$3,770$7,020$4,265$7,535 Current Combo18/9$5,345$6,230 Hyrid(Fee+Reduced Daily Rate)$1,000$1,250New Combo18/9$5,615$6,540 Corporate$3,1039Hole PlayCurrent Annual$2,155$4,020$2,440$4,530 New Annual$2,265$4,220$2,565$4,755Additional Offerings18-Hole Smart Card(Virtual Punch Card)$480$7009-Hole Smart Card(Virtual Punch Card)$32018-HOLE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS●Green fees included●Driving range 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tax)●Summer18holes-$15/9holes-$10●Fall18holes-$25/9holes$15●Winter18holes$30/9holes$20●Spring18holes-$25/9holes$15●8-day advance tee time reservations●Pro Shop discounts25%off apparel10%off accessories,equipment,shoes,hats,and golfballs,excluding sale items.SMART CARD-10PLAY●10--Pre-paid Green fees●8-day advance tee-time reservations●May be used for guest(s)●No expiration or refunds●Golf cart not included in Resident Smart Card●Public Smart Card includes cartNEW ANNUAL MEMBERS●Purchases your annual pass June1and play for13months(6/1/20-6/30/21)●Proration available after7/15/2160.If you are one of Sun City OV residents'guests who want to play for18-Hole for3days,what is the overall rate?A.$15B.$30C.$45D.$6061.Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to this advertisement?A.If you are a resident,your membership rates will include a golf cart.B.If you apply for a Smart Card,you are not entitled to an opportunity of refunds.C.If you apply for a hybrid membership and you want to save money,you can play in summer.D.For a non-resident to apply for a single18-HPCA membership,you have to pay at least$2030 before July1st.62.Where would you most probably see this ad?A.A food magazine.B.A science journal.C.A travel brochureD.A fitness leaflet.(C)DeafenedIt has always been assumed that noise is a problem unique to animals.But a new study by Ali Akbar has revealed that plants suffer too.That plants can be damaged indirectly by noise pollution has never been in doubt.Since most flowering species depend upon pollinators(授粉者)and most fruit-bearing species need animals to spread around their seeds,it is obvious that if these animal partners are harmed by noise then their botanical counterparts(同类者、极其相似的人或物)will do badly,too.What has remained unknown is whether or not plants themselves suffer directly from noise pollution.Scientists have previously assumed that plants may be able to sense sound waves as they are struck by them.A number of experiments have confirmed this in recent years--plants heavily exposed to ultrasound(超声)in the lab have shown a range of negative responses including the expression of stress-related genes,slowed growth and reduced development of seeds.Yet attacking plants with ultrasound is not the same as growing them in the presence of actual traffic noise.To this end,Ali Akbar decid'ed to set up an experiment to study precisely this question.Working with a team of colleagues,he grew marigolds and sage in his lab that are commonly found in urban environments.The plants were divided into two groups after getting mature.One group was exposed to73decibels(分贝)of traffic noise.The other group was left to grow in silence.After15days had passed,samples were taken from the youngest fully expanded leaves on every plant in the experiment and studied.None of the plants exposed to the traffic noise did well.Analysis of their leaves revealed that all of them were suffering.The team found that a range of hormones(荷尔蒙)normally associated with healthy growth and development in plants were present at significantly reduced levels in the plants exposed to the noise.Two stress hormones,which are normally produced to prevent insect attacks and deal with salty soil or very cold temperatures,were elevated.Ali Akbar's findings make it clear that though plants lack ears,the noise of traffic still bothers them enough to trigger dramatic stress responses that are not much different to those that would befound in plants exposed to drought,highly concentrated salt or heavy metals in their soil.The next question is whether all noise pollution affects all species in the same way.The natural world is by no means silent.Whether some plant species have evolved coping mechanisms, which might one day be collected and transferred into urban-living species,is a mystery worth exploring.63.What did scientists believe in the past?A.Noise is a problem facing both animals and plants.B.Plants can be affected by noise in an indirect way.C.Animal partners can do harm to their botanical partners.D.Sound waves can damage plants they strike.64.What did Ali Akbar want to confirm in their experiment?A.Ultrasound is similar to traffic noise in that it doesn't harm plants.B.Plants exposed to ultrasound exhibit negative signs of growth.C.Traffic noise causes plants to grow unhealthfully and slowly.D.Plant leaves contain hormones dealing with a harsh environment.65.Which of the following statements is TRUE?A.Plants growing is silence have a reduced level of hormones.B.Plants exposed to noise respond differently from those in drought.C.Different noise pollution has the same effect on all species.D.An increases in stress hormones in plants means they are in hardship.66.What can we infer from the passage?A.Some plants may not necessarily be harmed by the sound in nature.B.Some plants have surely developed a method to cope with traffic noise.C.Unban-living species can be engineered to grow well in the natural world.D.The silence in nature promotes the development of noise coping mechanisms.Section CDirections:Read the passage carefully.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A.So people feel like they are getting more done.B.If you do these or similar things,then you are one of many multitaskers.C.People are less able to filter out their knowledge of the previous task and look at things afresh.D.Some psychologists say that the human brain just isn't good at concentrating on two things at the same time.E.Recent studies,however,show that Melissa and others like her are perhaps getting less done than they think they are.F.Now,with numerous studies to refer to,the answer could not be more clear-multitasking isn't all it's supposed to be.Are you a multitasker?Do you watch TV and cook dinner at the same time?Do you often interrupt your work to check your email?Do you talk on your phone while you're driving?_________67_________ According to a survey by the magazine Scientific American MIND,90percent of American adults multitask regularly.Most people say they multitask because they are too busy,and multitasking saves time. Popular electronic devices like tablets and smart phones make it convenient to do several tasks at once._________68_________Melissa Brown of Evanston,Illinois,says she has no trouble listening to music,surfing the Internet,and sending text messages to friends while she does her homework._________69_________That's because with multitasking,there are actually many "micro-interruptions"in which people stop one task,start another,and eventually return to the first one.These stops and starts make it difficult to concentrate,and so multitaskers actually waste time, according to a study at Microsoft Corporation.In the study,workers who interrupted their work to answer an email or text message took an average of15minutes to return to the work they were doing before the interruption._________70_________This doesn't matter if you're only preparing a salad and listening to the radio,they say.But if you're doing a difficult task that requires thinking,like writing a report, then multitasking can slow you down and cause mistakes.It can even be dangerous,as in the case of people who talk on the phone,eat,or even apply makeup while driving.IV.Summary WritingDirections:Read the following three passages.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more e your own words as far as possible.Brain HungerDo you ever feel like no matter how much you eat,you are still not full?You may be suffering from a condition known as"brain hunger".This occurs when the dopamine(多巴胺)signaling in your brain is damaged,making it difficult for your body to recognize when it has had enough food.What are the underlying causes of brain hunger?Genetics can play a role.Research has shown that the dopamine receptor D4gene may be responsible for regulating cognitive functions related to eating behavior and body weight.Some people have this gene variation that does not allow for a normal dopamine release in response to things that typically would bring joy and pleasure,including food.This means that those individuals won't get the same"high"feeling they would normally experience when eating. Obesity is also linked to brain hunger.Brain scans of obese individuals show changes in dopamine signaling pathways which can lead to less recognition of the feeling of being full even after a meal.While it is still unclear whether obesity or genetics is the primary contributor to brain hunger, one thing is certain losing weight alone is not enough for those affected.Studies show that certain areas of the brain responsible for sensing fullness do not change even with weight loss,which could lead to continued hunger and weight regain.So,what came first:genetics or obesity that cause this brain signaling change?It is possible that if someone has a genetic tendency to be affected by this abnormal dopamine signaling,an environmental trigger can start a series of brain hunger which brings about overeating.It is also important to practice mindful eating and pay attention to hunger cues to begin perceiving the feeling of being full.Brain hunger can be an uncomfortable and frustrating condition,but it is possible to manage through a combination of treatments.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in thebrackets.72.要不了多久这款新产品就会被推向市场。

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)

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。

上海2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(无答案)

上海2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(无答案)

上师2024学年第一学期高三年级英语学科期中试卷满分:150分考试时间:120分钟考生注意:1. 本考试设试卷和答题纸两部分,试卷包括试题与答题要求,所有答题必须涂(选择题)或写(非选择题)在答题纸上,做在试卷上一律不得分。

2. 答卷前,务必用钢笔或圆珠笔在答题纸正面清楚填写班级、姓名、准考证号。

Ⅰ. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. She doesn’t need a new car. B. She has just bought a second-hand car.C. She doesn’t drive her car a lot.D. She prefers little cars to big ones.2. A. Choose the gift she will buy. B. Decide on the paper for the gift.C. Go to Customer Service.D. Wrap the gift herself.3. A. Water the plants more often.B. Move the plants away from the window.C. Let her take care of the plants for a while.D. Put the plants where there is more sunlight.4. A. She annoyed the waiter. B. She spilt some red wine.C. Her jeans got lost.D. Her trousers got dirty.5. A. She needs to call her sister first.B. The silver chain is too heavy to carryC. She isn’t going to buy the silver chain.D. The silver chain is too expensive for her.6. A. The woman’s camera is broken.B. He wasn’t at Dan and Linda’s wedding.C. Someone else at the wedding took good pictures.D. Dan and Linda didn’t hire a professional photographer.7. A. She doesn’t think Sally listens well.B. Sally should think more before talking.C. She doesn’t understand the man’s point.D. Sally is preparing for her role in a play.8. A. He expects to meet the woman at the meeting.B. The meeting is not expected to last a long time.C. Members will be told to be brief in their comments.D. Committee members will be informed before the meeting.9. A. The woman got a bargain.B. The frame is not too expensive.C. The woman paid too much for the poster.D. The poster looks better without the frame.10. A. She expects Mary to win.B. The man should vote for Mary in the election.C. Mary shouldn’t have campaigned against Steve.D. She thinks Mary will run again in the next election.Section BDirections:In Section B, you will hear two passages and one longer conversation. After each passage or conversation, you will be asked several questions. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. To rebuild itself. B. To close for good.C. To move to another site.D. To keep more wild animals.12. A. It is the world’s fifth-oldest conservation site.B. It has been where it is for almost two hundred years.C. It provides animals with a natural environment to live in.D. It has helped many endangered animals to return to the wild.13. A. Supportive. B. Worried. C. Negative. D. Unconcerned.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. A well-known writer. B. How social trends spread.C. How people get infected.D. A marketing strategy.15. A. The brand beat others in a design competition.B. The company increased its investment.C. They won fashion designers’ favour.D. They were seen as old-fashioned.16. A. Word-of-mouth marketing works as well as advertising.B. Levels of exposure is determined by a company’s fame.C. Advertising campaign doesn’t lead to widespread publicity.D. Social media hasn’t increased the role of marketing.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17. A. She can’t find her luggage.B. Her flight has been cancelled.C. She hasn’t arrived at the airport on time.D. Her tour guide has given her wrong information.18. A. In Beijing B. In Shanghai.C. With another passenger.D. With her husband.19. A. Her bags will be sent there. B. Her bags will be picked up there.C. He will go there with the woman.D. He will call the hotel tomorrow morning.20. A. Contented. B. Relieved. C. Indifferent. D. Unsatisfied.Ⅱ. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Humans can run for long distances at a sustained paceWhy can humans run for long distances? Biologists have identified a mutated (变异) gene that might explain (21)____________ humans are so good at endurance running, Prof Ajit Varki of the University of California, San Diego, explains.How do humans compare against other animals?Many animals are capable of short-distance running, but (22)____________ do endurance running, besides horses, wolves and ostriches. Humans are very unusual because we can run for very long distances at a sustained pace as long as you’re (23)____________ reasonable physical condition.Which genes influence endurance running?CMAH is the first known gene (24)____________ might contribute to endurance running—it’s been around for 500 million years and got lost in our ancestors. The gene produces an enzyme(酶) (25)____________ (add) an additional oxygen atom to molecules on the cell surface, called sialic acid. Throughout the body, sialic acid enables cells (26)____________ (interact) with one another. We still have the same amount of total sialic acid, but we lost one major form due to a mutation in the CMAH gene about 2-3 million years ago, which (27)____________ (coincide) with when our ancestors gained the ability to run long distances.You made mice with human-like mutated genes. How did they run?There were two tests. One was a stress test: we put normal and mutant mice on treadmills (跑步机) and they ran (28)____________ they reached exhaustion. The regular mice ran for 25 minutes, but the mice with human-like CMAH genes ran for 35 minutes. Importantly, those mice (29)____________ (not train). Then we put running wheels into the cages; mice love to run-they run kilometres at night. Initially there was not much difference, but over 10-15 days, the ‘(30)____________ (humanise)’ mice got better. And when we took those trained mice and put them back on the treadmill test, the difference is even more obvious: the mutant mice ran for 60 minutes instead of 40, so around 50per cent longer.Section BDirections:After reading the passage below, fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box. Each word canbe used only once. Note that there is one more word than you need.A. adaptationB. engagingC. fancyD. happensE. reliableF. restrictG. responsible H. scan I. spot J. surprise K. updatesHow to Find a Shooting Star“It’s all about just looking up at the sky,” says Hakeem Oluseyi, author of A Quant Life: My Unlikely Journey from the Streets to the Stars. “The question is, are you noticing it?” You don’t need 31 equipment; the naked eye is best. “Typically, any technical equipment that you use is going to 32 your field of view,” Oluseyi says. Get away from city light—“the darker, the better,” he says—and find a place with as much visible sky as possible, like a(n) 33 in the mountains or desert. Close your eyes for a few minutes, to speed up their 34 to the dark. “If you have to have lights,” Oluseyi says, “they should be red lights.”What we call shooting stars are parts from comets and asteroids (彗星和小行星) that can be seen year-round. But many more shooting stars are visible when the earth passes through debris (碎片)fields at the same time every year. “We call those meteor showers,”Oluseyi says. The Perseids and Leonid (英仙座和狮子座) are typically the most 35 , in August and November. During other times of year, check the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center for 36 “It’s just like taking a fishing trip: You check the weather first because you’d want to know what’s happening in the sky before you go,” Oluseyi says. Check the earth weather in advance too.Even in clear skies, it can take a while, sometimes a few hours, before you see what you want, so go with friends to make the long outings more 37 . You don’t have to limit yourself to waiting for only shooting stars. Indeed, sometimes it helps to 38 for other things. “You can look for satellites and double stars,” Oluseyi says. “You can try to find Andromeda. Every time I go somewhere new, all over the earth, I gotta see what the night sky looks like from where I am.” Look up and let the shooting stars 39 you: “Suddenly you see something out of the corner of your eye and you turn your head and this bright, like ‘Woo’ thing 40 .”Ⅲ. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.What phone should I get? That was an important question immediately after the arrival of the iPhone and its competitors. But today’s smartphones (and tablets) are nearly 41 . Apple and Google (maker of Android phone software) have copied each other’s ideas so completely that the resultant phones are incredibly close in looks, price, speed and features.These days the Apples and Googles of the world are 42 on a different battlefield: they’re racing to build the best ecosystem. Each is creating a huge series of interconnected products and services, making it easy for you to accept its offerings and as hard as possible to 43 a competitor’s. For consumers, the choice is now what set of products they like best.If you’re one of these companies, though, you’ve got a difficult decision to make: Should you 44 your services to people who use your competitors’ products? On one hand, making your software available to those outside your ecosystem could introduce the rest of the world to the 45 of your products—and possibly bring in newconsumers. On the other hand, you would lose the 46 of those services as an advantage. Why would anyone switch if she or he can already get the best of a competitor’s offerings?So what approach are the giants taking? It’s a(n) 47 bag.Apple is the most closed. 48 , it writes apps only for iPhones and iPads. You can’t, for example, run the Apple Maps app on other companies devices. And you can’t use the Apple Watch with anything but an iPhone. Google goes to great lengths to make its wares available to other platforms. If you have an iPhone, you can use Google’s apps, services and even digital store. You can even link an Android Wear smartwatch with an iPhone.Why such 49 ?It helps to understand the individual corporate 50 . Although the two companies offer so many similar devices and services, each is actually running on an entirely different business model. Apple is primarily in the business of selling hardware; Microsoft, software. Each has different 51 in calculating what to open up.And Apple and Google continue to 52 ; both now offer, if you can believe it, software for your car dashboard (仪表盘) and home-automation system designed to work with their respective smartphones.You, the consumer, should be delighted by this 53 . You should be happy there’s competition, which always brings about innovation (and often lower prices). And you should be pleased that overall the trend seems to be for these companies to make more of their services 54 , no matter which phone or computer you own.Eventually the 55 may well become nearly the same, too. Maybe at that point, the question will once again become, “What phone should I get?”41. A. unimaginable B. straightforward C. widespread D. identical42. A. competing B. cooperating C. shrinking D. multiplying13. A. switch to B. evolve into C. stand for D. set aside44. A. put up B. take off C. open up D. cut off45. A. dimension B. superiority C. criterion D. sponsorship46. A. battle B. business C. uniqueness D. flexibility47. A. expanded B. filled C. mixed D. deserted48. A. In general B. By contrast C. What’s more D. On average49. A. availability B. inconsistency C. thoughtfulness D. independence50. A. clients B. accounts C. investors D. motives51. A. courses B. considerations C. conservations D. circumstances52. A. burst out B. scale up C. turn up D. branch out53. A tradition B. tension C. subscription D. direction54. A. accessible B. interactive C. affordable D. permanent55. A. companies B. devices C. ecosystems D. pricesSection BDirections:Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)In 2018, the New York Times published a story about Amadeo García, the last living speaker of Taushiro. He lives in the Amazon, and the article looked at how he came to be the only speaker left of his mother tongue. It’s a burden on his shoulders: he was the last hope for passing his language down to his children and allowing it to live at least one more generation.UNESCO reports that in Europe alone, there are 640 languages currently in danger of extinction, with another 228 no longer spoken. With the influence of English across the internet around the world, there’s been talk of languages dying out faster than ever before. The Guardian recently reported on the low status of Icelandic due in large part to the use of English online. Every language isn’t automatically supported online. The languages you can use the most often are the languages most widely spoken in the world.What happens to culture when a language dies? Every language reflects a unique world-view with its own value systems, philosophy and particular cultural features. The extinction of a language results in the irrecoverable loss of unique cultural knowledge. When a language belonging to people in the Amazon dies, so too does that people’s knowledge of the rainforest, how they discuss and interpret certain aspects of how to live in and with that environment and the uses for plants that may still be unknown to the rest of the world.Knowledge of the world isn’t the only aspect of culture that language is intimately tied to: language forms a critical aspect of a person’s and a community’s identity as well. Because language discloses cultural and historical meaning, the loss of language is a loss of that link to the past.The loss of language, and therefore that cultural identity, can also lead to worse mental health within that community. A study published in 2007 in the journal Cognitive Development looked at the link between language knowledge and youth suicide rates among the aboriginal (土著) population in British Columbia. The results showed that youth suicide rates effectively dropped to zero in those few communities in which at least half the band members reported a conversational knowledge of their own native language.56. Amadeo Garcia shoulders the responsibility of ________.A. preserving the dying language of his own cultureB. giving birth to more children in the AmazonC. introducing his mother tongue in interviewsD. protecting the Amazon for at least one more generation57. The underlined phrase “the low status” in this passage refers to “________”.A. Iceland is no longer regarded as a developed nationB. the native language of Iceland can hardly be found on the internetC. languages in Iceland are dying out faster than ever beforeD. languages most widely spoken are automatically supported online58. According to the passage, the loss of a language can lead to many consequences EXCEPT that ________.A. we will fail to know the culture linked to the extinct languageB. people will not be able to figure out who they actually areC. young people are more likely to suffer from mental problemsD. the cognitive development of aboriginal people will drop to zero59. Which of the following can be the best title for this passage?A. Language Extinction and Cultural CollapseB. The Negative Impacts of Language ExtinctionC. The Last Living Speaker of Taushiro in AmazonD. The Loss of Culture, Community and Mental Health(B)Fresh air and the right chairs are the key to a happy, healthy workforce, according to a new survey. We went to an office in an advertising agency, to find out how healthy and happy they were as working environments. Among our experts were a building healthy consultant; an ergonomist, who studies people’s working conditions; and an occupational psychologist. Here are what they said.Building Health Consultant: This office is about as simple as it could possibly be; no central heating, no mechanical ventilation (通风设备), windows opening to straight onto the street, . It is difficult to see why this space works but the occupants, who are part of a small dynamic team, appear to have few complaints. They adapt to the changing seasons by opening doors and roof panels or switching on electric radiations-pretty much, perhaps, as they do in their own homes. This may be the key: a team of seven people have created a happy, homely working environment and do not have to put up with any externally imposed discomfort.Ergonomist:The furniture here has evolved; no two pieces match. Much of it actually created bad working postures. Chairs are old, most aren’t adjustable and many are broken. Although in that way this environment is poor, the personnel have a varied work schedule, which they control-office work, out meeting clients, making presentations, and so on. This variety reduces the risk of exhaustion, boredom or muscular problems.Occupational psychologist: Staff are delighted with the variety of work and the multiple functions of the office space. They said their office was ‘neither too big nor too small’—small enough to know what colleagues were doing, large enough to be able to be on your own and focus on personal work. I found the office attractive and fun, conveying images of efficiency and creativity at the same time.60. Both Building Health Consultant and Ergonomist find that ________ of the advertising agency is/are far from satisfactory.A. the working hoursB. the employers’ mental stateC. the management’s policiesD. the physical environment61. According to the Occupational psychologist, what do staff think of the office?A. It has a perfect size.B. It prevents efficiency.C. It has a creative design.D. It discourages communication.62. All the three experts have found that ________.A. the office space needs to be more livelyB. the employees work happily in the agencyC the employees’ health conditions are worryingD. the office space has discouraged attention and confidence during working hours(C)To the average person, it must seem as if the field of artificial intelligence is making great achievement. According to some of the media accounts and press releases, OpenAI’s DALL-E2 can seemingly create spectacularimages from any text; and a system called Gato that was released in May by DeepMind, reportedly worked well on every task the company could throw at it. One of the DeepMind’s high-level executives even went so far as to boast that in pursuing AI that has the flexibility and resourcefulness of human intelligence—known as artificial general intelligence, or AGI—“the game is over.”Don’t be fooled.AI is getting better-synthetic images look more and more realistic, and speech recognition can often work in noisy environments-but we are still likely decades away from general-purpose, human-level AI that can understand the true meanings of articles and videos or deal with unexpected barriers and interruptions. The field is stuck on precisely the same challenges that academic scientists have been pointing out for years: getting AI to be reliable and getting it to cope with unusual circumstances.Take DALL-E2. It couldn’t tell the difference between an image of a red cube on top of a blue versus an image of a blue cube on top of a red cube. A newer system, released this past May, couldn’t tell the difference between an astronaut riding a horse and horse riding an astronaut.When image-creating systems like DALL-E2 make mistakes, the result can be amusing. But sometimes errors produced by AI cause serious consequences. A Tesla on autopilot recently drove directly toward a human worker carrying a stop sign in the middle of the road, slowing down only when the human driver took action. The system could recognize humans on their own and stop signs in their usual locations but failed to slow down when faced with the unfamiliar combination of the two, which put the stop sign in a new and unusual position.Unfortunately, the fact that these systems still fail to work reliably and struggle with novel circumstances is usually buried in the fine print. Gato, for instance, worked well on all the tasks DeepMind reported but rarely as well as other contemporary systems. A look at recent headlines, however, wouldn’t tell you about any of these problems.For now we are trapped in a “local minimum” in which companies pursue benchmarks rather than foundational ideas. Current engineering practice is far ahead of scientific skills: these departments focus on making small improvements with the poorly understood tools they already have rather than developing new technologies with a clearer theoretical ground. This is why basic research remains crucial. That a large part of the AI research community (like those who shout, “Game over”) doesn’t even see that is, well, heartbreaking.63. What does the DeepMind’s executive mean by “the game is over” (paragraph 1)?A. AGI is quite a frustrating area.B. There has been great progress in AGI.C. No more investment should be put into AGI.D. Technology companies has put too much emphasis on AGI.64. The Tesla on autopilot is mentioned in paragraph 5 in order to illustrate that ________.A. consequences caused by AI can be amusingB. AI is reliable in handling familiar situationsC. Tesla cars are not a good example of autopilotD. AI cannot deal well with unexpected circumstances65. It can be inferred from the passage that the writer thinks that ________.A. more light should be cast on successful AI companiesB. more specific training programmes should be created for AIC. more fundamental technologies should be developed for AID. more reliable benchmarks should be established for AI products66. Which of the following statements best summarizes the writer’s viewpoint?A. Media should talk less about AI.B. It is too early to be confident of AI.C. Human-level AI will soon be a fact of life.D. AI practice falls far behind related theories.Section CDirections:Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A. Theoreticians looked to them for calculating the equations of mathematical models.B. Biologists have made significant advances with this technique, notably with sequencing and editing genes.C. The experimenter and the theoretician were active in the sciences well before computers came on the scene.D. The information process provides a simulation for the physical process it models.E. But some experts argue that it depends on how people define computer using in science and experiments.F. But something more happened.Computational Thinking in ScienceThroughout most of the history of science and technology, there have been two types of characters. One is the experimenter who gathers data to reveal when a hypothesis(假设)works and when it does not. The other is the theoretician, who designs mathematical models to explain what is already known and uses the models to make predictions about what is not known. The two types interact with one another because hypotheses may come from models, and what is known comes from previous models and data. 67When projects to build electronic computers started in the 1940s, scientists began discussion how they would use these machines. Nearly everybody had something to gain. Experimenters looked to computers for data analysis-looking through large data sets for statistical patterns. 68Using the computer to speed up the traditional work of experimenters and theoreticians was a revolution of its own. 69 Scientists who used computers found themselves routinely designing new ways to advance science. Simularion(模拟)is a good example. By simulating airflows around a wing with a type of equation (called Navier-Stokes) that is broken out over a grid surrounding a simulated aircraft, aeronautical engineers largely eliminated the need for wind tunnels and test flights. Simulation allowed scientists to reach where theory and experiment could not. Scientists became computational designers as well as experimenters and theoreticians.Another important example of how computers have changed how science is done has been the new way of treating a physical process as an information process, which allows more to be learned about the physical process by studying the information process. 70 Data analysts also have found that deep learning models enable them to make surprisingly accurate predictions of processes in many fields. For the quantities predicted, the real process behaves as an information process.Ⅳ. Summary WritingDirections:Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.Do Weird (古怪的) People Make Better Artists?In one published experiment (there was a shole series of them), the participants were shown one of the two pictures of an imaginary artists called Stefasson. One was an ordinary-looking male in his twenties, while the other wan a man of the same age who “had long hair” and “had not shaved for several days”.The results were interesting. The people who were shown the untidy Stefasson liked his wiled, unconventional art more than those who were shown the clean-shaven, suit-wearing Stefasson. The researchers say this preference is due to our desire for “sincerity” in an artist. What they mean by “sincerity” is that an artist’s style and appearance should go together. It sounds like a noble idea, but in fact, a huge body of great art, literature and music was created by artists who did not look weird. Are we supposed to label these lot of classic works boring and insincere? If so, we would miss an awful lot of classic works, like Bach’s musical compositions and Shakespeare’s poems.We are too much in love with the unconventional forms of art and the unconventional types that produce them. It is a strange sort of blindness to the fact that a lot of good art has been produced by people who were models of conventionality. Wesley Kant, a leading figure of abstract art, and Eric Cooper, pioneer of musical modernism, both dressed like bankers. Larry White, one of the founders of literary modernism, set out to look perfectly colorless in his suit and hat, just so he could fade into the background. It is the gap between their boring appearance and their wild inner world that makes these creators so attractive.So as we explore the vast landscape of artist expression, let us not be blinded by the charm of the weird.Ⅴ. TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72. 丢了手机这件事似乎完全没有令他不安。

海淀区2024-2025学年第一学期期中高三英语试题答案

海淀区2024-2025学年第一学期期中高三英语试题答案

海淀区2024-2025学年第一学期期中练习高三英语参考答案第一部分知识运用(共两节,30分)第一节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,共15分)1. A2. C3. B4. D5. C6. D7. B8. D9. C 10. A第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,共15分)11. which 12. has been working/has worked 13. industries 14. for 15. creating16. were required 17. to progress 18. growth 19. what 20. invited第二部分阅读理解(共两节,38分)第一节(共14小题;每小题2分,共28分)21. C 22. D 23. A 24. D 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. B 30. C 31. B 32. D33. C 34. A第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,共10分)35. B 36. D 37. C 38. G 39. F第三部分书面表达(共两节,32分)第一节(共4小题;第40、41题各2分,第42题3分,第43题5分,共12分)40. It refers to the people you come into contact with daily, who you may not know well but can puta smile on your face.41. They not only help the author feel a stronger sense of belonging to the community but also helpwith loneliness.42. Having consequential strangers is well worth celebrating as they are going to become yourgood friends.Having consequential strangers is well worth celebrating as they are a valuable part of your life, able to make you smile and feel a sense of connection.43. Possible version 1:The librarian at my community library is an important consequential stranger to me. He always greets me with a smile and extends appropriate care. I remember when I was having problems adjusting to high school life, he spotted it and encouraged me to embrace the new life bravely.Possible version 2:My consequential stranger is a friendly delivery person who always waves and asks about my day. His cheerful manner and genuine interest make me feel valued and connected to my neighborhood. His simple act of kindness brightens my day and reminds me that small interactions can make a difference.第二节(20分)Possible version 1:一个方案(数字餐厅),两个理由(学生层面和学校层面)Dear Jim,I’m excited to hear about your interest in the Smart Campus Initiative at your school, and I’d like to share my advice.You may consider proposing a digital smart canteen system which enables students to ordertheir desired dishes and select their pick-up time in advance.This innovative method can help students save time during lunch, allowing them to collect their chosen meals at their convenience. Moreover, school kitchen staff can monitor food consumption accurately and adjust meal preparations based on actual orders so as to cut down on food waste.I hope my suggestions can be of help to you.Yours,Li HuaPossible version 2:两个方案建议(智能学习工具和虚拟现实教学),分别有各自的理由Dear Jim,I’m thrilled to receive your letter and eager to share with you my ideas for a smart school plan.Firstly, classrooms should be equipped with advanced digital tools, such as interactive smart boards, tablets for students and high-speed internet. These tools can support learning apps that tailor educational content to students’ individual needs, which can significantly enhance study efficiency.Moreover, incorporating virtual reality into the curriculum can transform the learning experience. Just imagine studying in a school where textbook concepts all comes to life! For example, when learning about gravity in physics, students can take a virtual spacewalk to experience the zero gravity firsthand. Isn’t that thrilling?What do you think of my suggestions? I hope they can inspire you and help your plan stand out.Yours,Li HuaPossible version 3:两个方案建议(校园生活和数字学习),分别有各自的理由Dear Jim,Knowing your interest in the Smart Campus Project at your school, I’m delighted to share my advice.You may focus on improving students’ life experience. For example, you can suggest building a digital smart canteen system or equipping the gym with AI devices. These systems will enable students to enjoy more personalized services, making their school life more convenient and enjoyable.When it comes to students’ learning, integrating virtual reality courses into the curriculum can be a great way to transform their learning experience. Also, a digital library will definitely provide students with access to more diverse and interactive materials, which will make learning more immersive and tailored to individual needs.I wish you all the best in your efforts!Yours,Li Hua。

上海市宝山区罗店2024-2025学年高三上学期英语期中考试试卷(无答案)

上海市宝山区罗店2024-2025学年高三上学期英语期中考试试卷(无答案)

2024学年第一学期期中高三年级英语学科教学质量监测试卷(满分:140分考试时间:120分钟)I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A.10:15.B.10:45.C.9:45.D.9:15.2.A.On a plane. B.In a taxi. C.On a train. D.In an ambulance. 3.A.She had a talk with the man. B.She made some cake on her own.C.She bought some cheese for the man. D.She asked the man about how to bake.4.A.The woman may have spilled some coffee onto the man’s shirt.B.The man may have had time to have his shirt cleaned properly.C.The woman has found it unreasonable to pay for the man’s coffee.D.The man is angry that the woman hasn’t served coffee in a right way.5.A.They have plans to eat out together.B.The woman has been late for dinner.C.They have changed their minds about the restaurant.D.The man is sorry he cannot join the woman for dinner.6.A.He will wait for the woman.B.He will not attend the concert.C.He will stay until the conference is finished.D.He will ask the professor to change the conference time.7.A.They went fishing this weekend.B.The man disagreed with the woman.C.They happened to be in the same class.D.The woman had some homework this weekend. 8.A.Type the letter as it is.B.Send the letter without typing it.C.Change some wording in his letter.D.Check to make sure his facts are correct. 9.A.The meeting will have to be postponed.B.He will tell the woman what is involved.C.This paper may not be needed at the meeting.D.He will get the job done if he gets some instruction.10.A.She wouldn’t like to talk to Tom. B.Her mother hinted about that.C.There was a problem with her phone. D.Her mother cut the line all of a sudden.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be askedthree questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A.A risky sport B.A famous diver.C.A diving competition.D.A terrifying experience.12.A.It has been popular since 11 years ago.B.It will soon become an Olympic event.C.The board may be 25 metres above the water.D.The divers need to land in the water on their backs.13.A.Confident. B.Frightened. C.Curious. D.Excited.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A.Why women need more gossip than men.B.How women’s conversations are different from men’s.C.What research finds about topics preferred by men and women.D.Whether men can concentrate on one matter more easily than women.15.A.Health. B.Politics. C.Education.D.Football. 16.A.Men’s talk tends to cover only a small range of subjects.B.Women’s conversations are meant to exchange opinions.C.Men are often good at dealing with several matters in a meeting.D.Women usually stick to one subject while talking with each other.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A.A meeting. B.A club.C.The man’s country. D.The woman’s level of English.18.A.18.B.30.C.50. D 8019.A.She is an Australian.B.She plans to attend the next meeting.C.She needs to take more English classes.D.She looks forward to eating at a restaurant. 20.A.To affect local people positively.B.To show how friendly Australian people are.C.To help foreigners fit into Australian society.D.To attract more people from overseas to work in Australia.II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Bar codesBar codes have become an essential part of modern commerce, especially in supermarkets. A bar code is aprinted pattern of black and white lines containing important information. This technology is widely used around the world to make the process of purchasing items more efficient. (21) ______ bar codes were invented, customers had to wait in long lines while clerks manually entered prices into cash registers after searching for price stickers on each item. This method was slow, and sometimes clerks made mistakes (22) ______ reading the prices accurately.To address this problem, bar codes were invented, allowing for a quicker and more accurate checkout process. When a clerk scans an item’s bar code, the price is automatically recorded in the store’s system, reducing (23) ______ need for manual entry. The bar code system also helps store managers keep track of inventory by automatically counting (24) ______ many items are sold throughout the day. This enables them to reorder products when necessary to ensure that stock levels (25) ______ (maintain).Bar codes became widely available in 1974, and since then, several systems have been developed. Each bar code consists of a unique identification number (26) ______ (make) up of 12 digits (数字). The first six digits identify the manufacturer of the product, while the next five digits identify the specific product. The final digit is known as the check digit, (27) ______ ensures the number is scanned correctly.Many businesses, particularly supermarkets, rely on bar codes to speed up the checkout process and track the items they sell. Using bar codes (28) ______ (allow) stores to efficiently manage their inventory, ensuring they always know what products are in stock and what needs (29) ______ (reorder). Overall, the technology behind bar codes has made (30) ______ (purchase) items faster and easier, while improving the accuracy of store operations and enhancing customer experience.Section BDirections: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A.appreciate B.factors C.handle D.initial E.maintaining F.occur G.removing H.richness I.shape J.steady K.variationTimbre: Quality of SoundTimbre, the unique quality of a musical sound, is crucial for distinguishing different instruments and voices. It is influenced by overtones, which are higher frequency vibrations (震动)that 31 with the main note. For example, when a piano plays an A note at 110 Hz, it also produces overtones at 220 Hz, 330 Hz, 440 Hz, and higher. These overtones add 32 and complexity to the sound, but the main frequency is what we recognize as the pitch (音高).The way instruments 33 these overtones affects its timbre. A trumpet and a clarinet, even when playing the same note, sound different because of their materials and design. This 34 gives each instrument its unique sound.Timbre is also shaped by the attack phase, which is the 35 sound made before the note stabilizes. This includes key clicks, string friction (摩擦), or the breath on a wind instrument. These sounds are important for identifying the instrument; 36 the m can make it hard to recognize the instrument.Another aspect of timbre is flux, which refers to changes in pitch and volume during a note. Instruments like trumpets have little flux and maintain a (n) 37 tone, while gongs have significant flux as their sound evolves. This difference affects how we perceive the instrument’s character.Timbre also involves 38 such as volume, note duration, and speed. These elements, combined with how sound is produced, 39 the musical identity of an instrument. Timbre enhances our musical experience by helping us recognize and 40 the variety of sounds from different instruments and voices. III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.In front of you are four decks of cards (四副牌)—two red and two blue. Each card in these decks either adds or 41 points from your score. Your task is to draw cards one at a time to maximize your score. What you don’t know is that the red decks are problematic. While the rewards are high, the risks are too, and drawing from the red decks can lead to substantial losses. The blue decks, on the other hand, provide 42 , modest rewards with fewer penalties (惩罚). The question is: how long will it take you to 43 the difference?Scientists at the University of low a conducted this experiment to explore how humans process risk and make decisions. They found that after about fifty cards, most participants developed a feeling about the red decks being 44 . After around eighty cards, the players could 45 clearly why the red decks were a poor choice. This process is straightforward: we gather experience, think about it, and develop a theory based on evidence. This is how our mind works—it 46 through a problem and arrives at a conclusion.47 , the Iowa researchers observed something else. They measured the activity of participants’ sweat glands (腺)as they played and noticed that the players’ hands began to sweat around the tenth card—long before they 48 the red decks as problematic. Their behavior began to change around this point as well, with players subconsciously 49 the blue decks. This suggests that our brain operates on two levels: the conscious and the unconscious. The conscious mind is purposeful, using 50 and reasoning to reach conclusions, while the unconscious mind works faster, picking up on patterns and problems with little information.The researchers imply that the unconscious mind is good at recognizing dangers 51 . While the conscious mind takes around eighty cards to come to a conclusion, the unconscious mind starts working after just ten cards. This fast, natural thinking process is referred to as the “adaptive unconscious.” It allows us to make quick decisions based on 52 data—a skill that has been essential for human survival.This idea of the adaptive unconscious 53 the idea that slow, purposeful thought is always superior. We often believe that taking more time leads to better decisions, but there are moments—especially in stressful situations—when quick judgments can be just as 54 , if not more so. The adaptive unconscious processes information rapidly, enabling us to respond quickly to threats or opportunities, even before we are fully 55 them.41.A.makes for B.turns on C.looks into D.takes away 42.A.consistent B.considerable C.financial D.indirect43.A.make up B.pay back C.ask about D.figure out44.A.bad B.valuable C.random D.few45.A.wonder B.explain C.forget D.predict 46.A.gathers B.flows C.matters D.reasons47.A.Unfortunately B.Instead C.However D.Accordingly 48.A.ignored B.guessed C.identified D.started 49.A.investigating B.favoring C.verifying D.resetting 50.A.logic B.technology C.force D.assistance 51.A.actively B.blindly C.quickly D.dutifully 52.A.enough B.latest C.limited D.missing 53.A.challenges B.supports C.develops D.examines 54.A.controversial B.effective C.specific D.general 55.A.independent of B.capable of C.worthy of D.aware ofSection BDirections:Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Superintelligence is a mixture of sci-fi, action, and rom-com featuring Carol Peters, who is considered “the most average person on Earth.” Played by Melissa McCarthy, Carol is single, unemployed, and a fan of James Corden. She suddenly finds herself at the center of a high-stakes situation: a super intelligent AI is watching her every move to determine if humanity deserves to survive. If she fails to show the AI the goodness of humanity, it might lead to nuclear destruction.The AI, which has taken on the voice of James Corden (with the man himself voicing it), was originally designed as a children’s toy to personalize learning. However, it has gone rogue and now possesses great power, accessing everything from household devices to world data. This raises important questions about how much we rely on technology and how the can be turned against us. The AI can use technologies to create chaos, from car crashes to financial control, even threatening to launch nuclear missiles.Despite the world being close to destruction, the film focuses more on a somewhat boring romantic plot. Carol is encouraged by the AI to renew her past relationship with her ex-boyfriend, George, played by Bobby Cannavale. Their awkward and often funny dates become a significant part of the story as the AI tries to learn about human behavior through their interactions. However, we don’t get much background on George, which makes it hard to fully invest in their relationship.While the film is slow to build suspense, it picks up in the final 25 minutes, featuring some surprising twists. McCarthy’s comedic talent shines throughout, and her interactions with George are often interesting. There are also funny cameos, including one by Ben Falcone, the film’s director and McCarthy’s husband, who plays a secret agent.Overall, Superintelligence struggles with balancing its romantic and sci-fi elements. The romance feels underdeveloped, and the AI’s behavior can be confusing, shifting between comedic and serious tones. Still, the film offers enjoyable moments and serves as a reminder about the importance of being cautious with personal data. It presents a unique take on the “destruction by AI” theme and is a light, entertaining choice for rom-com fans. 56.The Al in Superintelligence was initially intended to ______.A .assist secret agents in their workB .analyze humans’ living conditionsC .serve as an educational tool for childrenD .monitor world data for security purposes 57.What does the word “rogue” (paragraph 2) most probably mean?A .Acting outside its original purpose.B .Loyal and predictable.C .Created to cause chaos.D .Working efficiently.58.Which of the following best describes the plot of the film Superintelligence as mentioned in the passage?A .Secret agents work to shut down an Al-based criminal group.B .A woman tries to stop an AI while dealing with her love life.C .Friends struggle to survive in a world controlled by an Al.D .A teenager uses an Al to help him become a superhero.59.What can be inferred about the film’s view of the AI’s role in the story?A .The AI has done damage to the world.B .The AI’s job is just to fix Carol’s love life.C .The Al’s humor makes it seem less dangerous.D .The AI fades into the background as the romance grows.(B)USE FLAT-RATE SHIPPINGFind savings by using flat- rate boxesfor your packages. Carriers like USPSoffer several sizes, and it can becost-effective for heavy items since theprice is fixed regardless of weight,starting at $5.00.MAKE USE OF SUBSCRIPTIONSERVICESConsider subscription services likeFast Ship. com which providediscountedshipping rates and additional features like package tracking and scheduled pickups for a monthly fee. Some even offer a freeintroductory period.“SIGNATURE REQUIRED” FOR VALUABLES When sending items of significant value, choose the signature-required service. This ensures your items are not left unattended upon delivery. It’s a small price for peace of mind.TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OFF- PEAK SHIPPING To avoid higher costs and delays, send your packages during off-peak times. Couriers like UPS have lower rates and faster delivery times when shipping traffic is low.REMEMBER “NO-COST RETURN DAYS”Many online retailers offer special days where theywill cover the return shipping costs for any items.This is often after the holiday rush, so keep an eye outfor announcements to save on post-holiday returns.60.What is the primary benefit of flat-rate shipping for heavy items according to the passage?A .Packaging tracking is included in the cost.B .The cost always remains the same.C .It provides faster delivery.D .It is more secure.61.Which service is recommended for sending expensive items?A .Off-peak shipping.B .No-cost return days.C .Signature-required service.D .Subscription service.62.Simon runs a small online business selling books and has noticed an increase in shipping costs affecting your profits. Based on the expert tips provided, what could be a cost-effective strategy for shipping your products? A.Switch to a subscription service.B.Send packages during peak shipping times.C.Send all packages with a signature-required service.D.Use no-cost return days to handle all your shipments.(C)The universe is huge and full of big events that are hard for us to even imagine. When we think about these huge space events compared to problems on Earth, it makes us realize how small our issues might be. This reflection, inspired by the work of science journalist Miles Kingston, leads our attention to the astronomic events that could make even our greatest challenges on Earth look unimportant.As Kingston illustrates in his latest release. The Stellar Imprint on Earth, the universe teems with phenomena of unimaginable power. Take, for instance, the mighty supernovae, stars that conclude their life cycles in awe-inspiring explosions, capable of outshining entire galaxies for a brief moment. These “fireworks”, while a spectacle of natural beauty, bear the potential to release harmful cosmic radiation (宇宙射线)across light-years of space, threatening any planet within its unfortunate reach.We’ve also become much aware of rogue asteroids, leftover pieces of the early solar system’s formation, meandering through space with the potential to crash into Earth. The historical record holds numerous reminders of such events, with the asteroid (小行星)that led to the dinosaur extinction being a example.Yet, it is the possibility of a gamma-ray burst, a disastrous release of energy resulting from the most violent star activity, that casts a significant shadow over our existential security. These bursts, if aimed at Earth, could strip away the protective ozone layer (臭氧层), exposing all forms of life to harmful solar radiation.Kingston’s book forces us to face the reality that, despite our earthly challenges and achievements, Earth is not isolated from the vast dance of the universe. While human-driven climate change, environmental degradation, and geopolitical conflicts command our immediate attention, Kingston advocates for an expanded awareness that includes the cosmic phenomena that could, without warning, redefine the very concept of risk for our planet.By putting our understanding into the cosmic scale, perhaps we can find a new appreciation for the fragility and resilience of life on Earth. Kingston’s compelling discourse encourages a paradigm shift, inviting us to broaden our horizon and prepare not just for the challenges ahead but also for the mysteries of the universe that continue to unfold.63.What is the main theme of the passage?A.Advances in space exploration and technology.B.The life cycles of stars and their impacts on galaxies.C.Methods to protect Earth from harmful cosmic phenomena.D.The potential cosmic events that could pose risks to Earth.64.According to the passage, why might it be important for humans to comprehend space phenomena?A.It is crucial for predicting the weather patterns on Earth.B.It is significant in terms of improving space travel technologies.C.It can lead to a better understanding of Earth’s strength and weakness.D.It can enhance our comprehension of Earth’s formation and geography.65.What is mentioned as a possible threat from supernovae in the passage?A.They could increase the temperature of Earth’s core to a great extent.B.They could send harmful cosmic radiation over vast distances.C.They could cause significant shifts in Earth’s magnetic fields.D.They could lead to a new formation of stars.66.What is the author’s primary purpose in discussing cosmic events in relation to Earth’s challenges?A.To argue that cosmic events are more threatening.B.To highlight how small Earth’s challenges are.C.To suggest that they both are research focus.D.To promote greater awareness of both.Section CDirections: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A.I could remember the feeling welling up inside me.B.When I got off the train that day, I was in a noticeably better mood.C.And here’s another huge bonus.D.That focus felt refreshing.E.Writing thank-you notes was time spent on something purely positive.F.So I picked out a different theme for each month to keep on task.My Thank you YearIn January 2018, I was traveling from Brooklyn to New Jersey. I have a busy consulting business, so a quiet train ride felt like a mini vacation. Yet I found myself spending that precious time scrolling (刷屏)through my social media feeds. One day, I put down my phone and started writing thank-you notes to people who had contributed to a fundraiser I had organized.67 The next day, I wrote more thank-yous—and felt the same pleasure. When I finished writing the notes, I counted them up. There were 31—one for every day of the year so far. Something clicked. What if I kept it up?I decided to write one thank-you note for every day of that year. I had no shortage of people I was grateful for.68 January was charity—and, thankfully, I had already completed that goal.February would be dedicated to neighbors, I decided, and I thought of a dozen name s right away. I remembered when the owners of our local bookstore let me and my five-year-old son, Henry, in before the store opened. I recalled when our 14-year-old babysitter dropped off a bag of old board games for our kids to play.Then March, April, … until December.Writing the notes wasn’t all that time-consuming: Each was two or three sentences long, taking just a few minutes to compose. I focused on the person I was writing to and what I wanted to say, and the words came fairly easily. 69 It was good for my brain, which had been trained to wander from app to app. It felt wonderful tolook at a blank white space with a pen in my hand, thinking about a person and the way he or she had helped me.While writing the notes, I eventually realized why this task was the perfect antidote to my social feeds. What was I actually doing when I scrolled through Facebook? Too often, I was getting cross. 70 What was I doing when I scrolled through Instagram? More often than not, I was admiring other people’s lives—their beach vacations, and their organized kitchens. Writing thank-you notes was an act of noticing and honoring my own life. IV.Summary WritingDirections: Read the following passage. Summarize in no more than 60 words the main idea and the main point (s) of the passage. Use your own words as far as possible.71.You’re Getting Very SleepyMany people are surprised to learn that one of the simplest ways to improve health is by getting more sleep. Researchers have discovered that adding just 60 to 90 minutes of sleep each night can help boost memory. improve concentration, strengthen the immune (免疫)system, and reduce the likelihood of accidents. Even better, this “treatment” is completely free and has no side effects. Despite these benefits, many Americans do not get the recommended seven or more hours of sleep each night.Chronic sleep deprivation, or regularly not getting enough sleep, is a growing problem. Studies show that lack of sleep weakens memory, concentration, and decision-making. It also increases stress and messes up the body’s metabolism (新陈代谢). Not getting enough sleep over time can increase the chances of people having car accidents. Research suggests that it also increases the risk of serious health conditions, like heart disease and weakened immunity.A major issue is that many people believe they can get by on little sleep. However, research shows that very few people can function well on less than eight hours a night. Even if someone feels fine on minimal rest, sleep debt catches up eventually. People who are sleep-deprived often feel tired during the day, nap in the afternoon, or struggle to stay alert during meetings or while driving.To address this problem, initiatives like National Sleep Awareness Week aim to educate the public about the importance of good sleep. Driving while sleepy, for instance, is now considered as dangerous as drunk driving. Not getting enough sleep can also contribute to aging and increase the risk of serious diseases.Making sleep a priority is crucial for maintaining good health and avoiding accidents. Better sleep habits can improve overall well-being, strengthen the immune system, and promote a longer, healthier life. V.TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets72.这道菜食材寻常,做法简单,却异常美味。

广东省汕头市潮阳实验学校2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(原卷版)

广东省汕头市潮阳实验学校2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题(原卷版)

汕头市潮阳实验学校2024届第一学期期中试卷高三英语注意事项:1.本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分。

答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。

2.回答第Ⅰ卷时,选出每小题答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。

写在本试卷上无效。

3.回答第Ⅱ卷时,将答案写在答题卡上。

写在本试卷上无效。

第一部分阅读理解(共两节,满分50 分)第一节(共15 题;每题2.5 分,满分37.5 分)阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。

ASearching the OEDHow to use the quick searchThe quick search bar can be found on the OED(Oxford English Dictionary)homepage and at the top of every entry page, and finds main dictionary entries, such as alphabet, break, xylophone. It also finds phrases and compounds listed within main entries, such as to look up or alphabet book, and different forms of spellings such as dictionaries.Wildcard searchesA wildcard is a symbol which stands for any character. The question mark ? represents the occurrence of any one single character, and the asterisk*represents the occurrence of any number of characters (or no character at all). Wildcards are useful if you do not know how to spell a word, or if you want to lined several terms beginning with the same root.How to use the advanced searchAn advanced search is a full search of the entire dictionary text which is for readers who have logged in or subscribed to the dictionary. Advanced search can be especially useful for very specific searches. You can use the search area functionality to search by each section of an entry. You can also use filters to narrow your search to match certain criteria.Browsing by categoriesCategories allow you to explore the dictionary through groupings of words in, for instance. a subject or from a particular origin. If you want to find all the Caribbean borrowings in English, or find the first word related to friend to enter the dictionary, this is the function for you.Further explore your search by using the options that appear on the right-hand side of the results page.1. What will you use if you want to lookup some terms beginning with the same root?A. The quick search.B. The advanced search.C. Wildcard searches.D. Browsing by categories.2. What’s the requirement of using the advanced search?A. Registering for the dictionary.B. Matching certain criteria.C. Searching with specific words.D. Searching with purpose.3. Where is this text probably taken from?A. A dictionary.B. A website.C. A handbook.D. A magazine.BPaul O’Sullivan lounged around his Baltimore apartment one evening in 2014,feeling bored. So, like many others, he logged on to Facebook to find out just how many others on the social network shared his name. Moments later, dozens of name twins from around the world filled his screen. On a whim, he decided to send friend requests to them all.Many of his fellow Paul O’Sullivans ignored him, but a few felt too curious to pass up his invitation. As Baltimore Paul scrolled through the other Paul O’Sullivans’ profiles, he noticed something four of them had in common: They were all musicians. Like Baltimore Paul, Rotterdam Paul sang and played guitar. Another Paul in Manchester, England, played bass. And Paul from Pennsylvania was a drummer. Baltimore Paul had an idea. Wouldn’t it be funny, he asked the other musical Pauls, if they formed a band called The Paul O’Sullivans? Yes, they all agreed,Starting a band across multiple time zones proved to be tricky. Shaky Wi-Fi and other technical difficulties meant they were often out of sync. And being even half a second off from one another wrecked their sound. To fix this, they created a sort of musical assembly line. Baltimore Paul and Rotterdam Paul wrote and recorded a basic track, then e-mailed it to Manchester Paul.“I listen to the song over a few days,” says Manchester Paul, to get a feel for what bass arrangement seems most appropriate.“ Once he recorded a bass track, he e-mailed it back to Baltimore Paul, who then built it into the main song. Later, Pennsylvania Paul added the drumbeat. Round and round the track went, with each member adding on his own layer until they achieved the sound they want.The Paul O’Sullivan Band released its first original song, “Namesake”, in March2016, which was about long-distance relationships. And when COVID-19 slowly shutdown the world, the Pauls didn’t miss a beat. After all, the band had already got the hang of remote work. They used their time during the pandemic to record their first EP.Titled Internet Famous: A Retrospective, it was released last April.“What are the odds,” says Baltimore Paul, “that a random Facebook request would lead not only to new musicbut to lasting friendships as well?” “Some things are just meant to be.”4. How can the four Paul O’Sullivans be distinguished?A. By the musical instruments they play.B. By their e-mail addresses.C. By the musical styles they like.D. By the place they come from.5. What does “this ” refer to in paragraph three?A. The inaccessibility of Wi-Fi.B. The existence of technical barriers.C. Their being in different time zones.D. Their lack of experience.6. What can we infer from the underlined sentence in paragraph five?A. The band had to pause because of the pandemic.B. They got inspired and composed original songs.C The whole world was badly destroyed by COVID-19.D. The band continued to work in spite of the pandemic.7 What can be the best title for the article?A. Banding TogetherB. A Random Facebook RequestC. Long-distance FriendshipsD. A Pure CoincidenceCHave you ever spent half an hour searching the Internet which, as you find out afterwards, lasted three hours, or opened a book shortly after breakfast and a little while later noticed that the room was getting darker?Most people can remember experiencing such a state. Your mind wasn't wandering; you were totally focused and concentrated on that activity, to such an extent that you were not even aware of yourself. Psychologists call these fully absorbing experiences flow states, which were discovered and named by a world-famous psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. His celebrated book Flow: The Psychology of Happiness became an instant best-seller, making its way to the top self-help classics.The state of flow happens under very specific conditions-when we encounter a challenge that is testing for our skills, and yet our skills and capacities are such that it is just about possible to meet this challenge. So both the challenge and the skills are at high levels, stretching us almost to the limit. If challenges exceed skills, one can..become anxious. If skills exceed challenges, we usually become bored. Neither of these two cases result in flow.What is also interesting in flow is the almost total absence of emotions during the actual process. One seems to be almost beyond experiencing emotions, most likely because the awareness of self is not present. Mihaly himself is also very much aware of the potential negative impact of the flow. One philosopher once describes his own experience of flow: “When I get totally involved in the conversation, I am not aware of myself, the world around or the passage of time. Sometimes, I may become addictive to that existence, unwilling to cope with other daily routines of life, like forgetting dinner, and saying goodbye to my children.”8. What is the purpose of Paragraph 1?A. To offer a general background of the topic.B. To make an overall outline for the passage.C. To introduce the topic of the passage.D. To clarify the definition of the topic.9In which of the following experience can we enter "flow state"?.A. Adopting a dog.B. Watching TV.C. Playing the chess.D. Arguing with others.10. What can we infer from the third paragraph?A. The state of flow is little conditional.B. Genius at normal schools often gets bored.C. Challenges at high levels push us to the limit.D. Skills play the most important part in flow.11. Why does the writer quote the philosopher's words?A. To show the drawbacks of the flow.B. To stress the value of self-awareness.C. To underline the absence of emotions.D. To indicate the difficulty of enjoying the flow.DFrom airplanes to apartments, most spaces are now designed with sound-absorbing materials that help decrease various sounds of everyday life. But most of the sound-absorbing materials that can cancel out human voices, traffic noise and music are made from plastic foams (泡沫) that aren’t easily recycled or degraded. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Sustainable Chemistry& Engineerin g have created a biodegradable film (薄膜) obtained from seaweed, which effectively absorbs sounds in this range.Controlling and optimizing the way sound moves throughout a room is key to creating functional spaces. Foam sound-absorbing panels are a common solution, and they come in a variety of materials and thicknesses tailored to specific sound requirements. Most of these foams, however, are made from a type of plastic material and other chemical substances that are obtained from natural-oil or petrol. To avoid petrochemicals, researchers have explored more renewable sources and biodegradable sound-absorbing alternatives. But many current options are made from plant fibers that don’t effectively decrease noises in the most useful range of sound frequencies, or they are too thickor difficult to produce. So, Chindam’s team wanted to develop a biodegradable material from a plant, which would be simple to produce and could absorb a range of sounds.The team created films of agar (琼脂), a material that comes from seaweed, along with other additives developed from plants and varied the thickness of the films. After running the materials through a battery of tests, the researchers measured how well the films reduced sound across a range of frequencies. To do this, the team created a sound tube in which a speaker is placed at one end, and the test film is fitted over the other end. Microphones in the middle of the tube measured the amount of sound sent by the speaker and the amount of sound reflected off the film. These experiments showed that the films with many small holes made with the highest concentrations of agar had the greatest sound-absorbing qualities and per-formed similarly to traditional sound-absorbing foams. The researchers plan to explore ways to change the agar films to give them other desirable properties, such as flame resistance, and will explore other biologically obtained film materials.12. What is the disadvantage of plastic foams?A. They take up too much space.B. They cannot absorb sounds effectively.C. They have difficulty achieving sustainable use.D. They cannot meet specific sound requirements.13. Which kind of sound-absorbing material would Chindam’s team develop?A. One made from plant fibers.B. One produced toughly and tiredly.C. One developed from petrochemicals.D. One obtained easily and effectively.14. What is the last paragraph mainly about?A. The purpose of film research.B. A series of tests on the new material.C. A tool of measuring the film thickness.D. The difficulty of searching the new material.15. What can be the best title for the text?A. A Tube for Measuring the Amount of Underwater SoundsB. Plastic Foams: the Worst Choice of Absorbing SoundsC. Seaweed: a Better Sound-absorbing Underwater PlantD. An Eco-friendly Sound-absorbing Material from Seaweed第二节(共5 小题,每小题2.5 分,满分12.5 分)阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

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

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。

北京市朝阳区2023-2024学年高三上学期期中质量检测 英语含答案

北京市朝阳区2023-2024学年高三上学期期中质量检测 英语含答案

北京市朝阳区2023~2024学年度第一学期期中质量检测高三英语(答案在最后)(考试时间90分钟满分100分)本试卷共10页。

考生务必在答题卡指定区域作答,在试卷上作答无效。

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。

Last night was the last game for my son’s soccer team.Everyone in the team had trained very hard for it and thus confidently expected a big win.It was the final quarter.The score was two to one,my son’s team in the___1___.Parents encircled the field, offering encouragement.With less than ten seconds remaining,the ball rolled in front of my son’s teammate, Mickey O’Donnell.With shouts of“___2___it!”across the field,Mickey took the chance and gave it everything he had.All round me the crowd erupted.He had___3___!However,everyone realized immediately that Mickey did it,but in the___4___goal,ending the game in a draw. For a moment there was total___5___.The air seemed to be at a standstill.You see,Mickey has Down’s syndrome, a condition in which a person is born with learning difficulties,and for him all goals should be celebrated.He had___6___been known to hug the opposing players when they won a point.Not knowing what was happening,Mickey ran over to my son excitedly,“I made it!I made it!Everybody won!”For a moment I held my breath,not sure how my son would___7___.I need not have worried.I watched, through tears,my son___8___his hand in the classic high-five gesture and started shouting,“Way to go Mickey! Way to go Mickey!”Within moments both teams surrounded Mickey,joining my son to___9___him on his goal.Later that night,when my daughter asked who had won,I smiled as I replied,“It was a_____10_____. Everybody won.”1.A.way B.position C.lead D.back2.A.Leave B.Pick C.Throw D.Kick3.A.missed B.scored C.performed D.slipped4.A.clear B.wrong C.specific D.decisive5.A.silence B.anger C.whisper ughter6.A.rather B.hardly C.almost D.even7.A.admit B.react C.guess D.defend8.A.drew back B.put down C.looked at D.threw up9.A.congratulate fort C.consult D.instruct10.A.relief B.key C.tie D.pity【答案】1.C 2.D 3.B 4.B 5.A 6.D7.B8.D9.A10.C【解析】【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。

济宁市兖州区2023—2024学年第一学期期中质量检测高三英语试题含答案解析

济宁市兖州区2023—2024学年第一学期期中质量检测高三英语试题含答案解析

济宁市兖州区2023—2024学年第一学期期中质量检测高三英语试题一、短对话(共5 分)1.What does the man want to do?A.Take photos.B.Buy a camera.C.Help the woman.【答案】A【原文】2.What day is it when the conversation takes place?A.Saturday.B.Sunday.C.Monday.【答案】B【原文】W: I won’t have anything to wear to work on Monday unless I pick up my clothes at the dry cleaner’s. M: Then you’d better hurry. It closes at noon on Sundays.W: Oh! I should have gone there on Saturday.3.What are the speakers talking about?A.A local artist.B.The man’s salary.C.An apartment to let.【答案】C【原文】此题为听力题,解析略。

4.How does Dr. Heath spend most of his time?A.Giving lectures.B.Conducting research.C.Doing office work.【答案】B【原文】此题为听力题,解析略。

5.Why does Elaine call Peter?A.To borrow his notes.B.To explain her absence.C.To discuss the presentation.【答案】A【原文】此题为听力题,解析略。

二、长对话(共12 分)听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。

湖北省武汉市2023_2024学年高三英语上学期期中试题

湖北省武汉市2023_2024学年高三英语上学期期中试题

2023-2024学年度高三上学期期中检测英语试题考试时间:120分钟试卷满分: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. Who is the woman probably talking to?A. Her classmate.B. Her son.C. A doctor.2. What is the man doing?A. Walking through a forest.B. Visiting the woman's house.C. Planting flowers in his garden.3. What does the woman probably want to buy?A. Clothes.B. Colorful lights.C. Skin care products.4. Where does the man most look forward to going in New York?A. To the Statue of Liberty.B. To Times Square.C. To Broadway.5. Why should the glasses be kept by the man according to the woman?A. They're fashionable.B. They are expensive.C. They're memorable.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。

2022-2023学年第一学期期中考试高三英语答案

2022-2023学年第一学期期中考试高三英语答案

2022~2023学年第一学期高三年级期中质量监测英语参考答案及评分建议(满分150分)选择题答案第一部分听力1. C2. B3. B4. B5. A6. A7. B8. C9. C 10. C11. B 12. C 13. C 14. A 15. A16. C 17. A 18. A 19. B 20. A第二部分阅读理解21. A 22. A 23. C 24. C 25. D26. D 27. C 28. C 29. B 30. A31. C 32. B 33. B 34. A 35. C36. C 37. E 38. G 39. A 40. F第三部分语言知识运用41. A 42. D 43. C 44. B 45. B46. D 47. A 48. C 49. B 50. C51. B 52. A 53. D 54. B 55. A56. A 57. D 58. C 59. C 60. D非选择题答案第三部分 语言知识运用61. has witnessed 62. to 63. its 64. smoothly 65. regions66. a 67. training 68. higher 69. who/that 70. endless第四部分 写作第一节The other day our school carry out a survey about how the youth would choose betweencarriedcareers and families. Here is the result. There is around 26 percent of the surveyed studentsareassumed that the youth should focus their attention on careers with the aim of living independently assumingand achieving their goals. Therefore, about a third of the students hold a different view. TheyHoweverthink that in spite ∧ the importance of one’s enterprise, the company and warm of families are the of warmthmost crucial things in the world. The rest of the students support the opinion which there shouldthatbe a properly balance. In the summary, I argue that not only should we work hard, but we are propersupposing to devote some time to our family members.supposed第二节书面表达One possible version:Volunteers WantedWant to gain a unique volunteering experience in the space class conducted in China Space Station? China Aerospace Centre is recruiting volunteers to report the upcoming space class to global space enthusiasts and interact with them live.To stand a better chance to be admitted, the applicants shall meet the following requirements: Firstly, fluency in English is a must since you are supposed to make interaction with the world, introducing China’s space program and replying to online comments. Moreover, volunteering spirits are highly appreciated. Finally, a profound knowledge of aerospace science is what makes you stand out in the future interviews.Interested? Just subscribe to our public account and submit your application form. Looking forward to your participation!书面表达评分标准各档次的给分范围和要求第五档:(21~25分)完全完成了试题规定的任务。

天津市河东区第五十四中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中英语试卷

天津市河东区第五十四中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中英语试卷

天津市河东区第五十四中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中英语试卷一、单项选择1.—Bob claimed to have seen a UFO last night.—______ I don’t believe a word of that.A.Good for him!B.Don’t mention it.C.Oh, come on!D.I can’t agree more.2.Some insects_______ the colour of their surrounding to protect themselves.A.taken in B.take off C.take on D.take out3.I don’t believe what you said, but if you can prove it, you may be able to _________-me.A.convince B.inform C.guarantee D.refuse4.It has been announced that the first to purchase goods on the opening day in the supermarket ________ get 10% off the total price.A.must B.will C.shall D.may5.Country life gives me peace and quiet, which is _____ I can’t enjoy while living in a big city.A.what B.where C.why D.that6.He published a paper in the newspaper, ________ he described a new technique in detail.A.where B.which C.when D.why7.They’ve finally decided to put an end to the long and bitter ________ between them and make peace.A.survey B.conflict C.concern D.request8.—It______________to plant trees and grass on the hillside.—Yes. They help stop soil from being washed away.A.makes sense B.makes moneyC.makes a living D.makes a mistakes9.Lisa had to have her car repaired in a garage because it _______ seriously .A.damaged B.had been damagedC.was being damaged D.had damaged10.(2014·福建) ___________the past year as an exchange student in Hong Kong, Linda appears more mature than those of her age.A.Spending B.SpentC.Having spent D.To spend11.John thinks it won’t be long ______he is ready for his new job .A.when B.after C.before D.since 12.Anyway, we’re here now, so let’s ___________ some serious work.A.come up with B.get down toC.do away with D.live up to13.—Long time no see. Haven’t you graduated from college?—Yes. I ______ Social Science for 4 years in Shanghai.A.study B.have studiedC.studied D.am studying14.More highways have been built in China, _____ it much easier for people to travel from one place to another.A.making B.made C.to make D.having made 15.— Do you like my lecture?— ________, sir. In fact, I can’t understand everything you said.A.No doubt B.No way C.No offence D.No problem二、完形填空He was 11 years old and went fishing every chance he got from the dock at his family’s cabin on an island in the middle of a New Hampshire lake.On the day before the bass season opened, he and his father were fishing early in the evening,16 sunfish and perch with worms. Then he tied on a small lure and practiced casting. The lure17 the water and caused colored ripples (涟漪,细浪) in the sunset, then 18 ripples as the moon rose over the lake.When his fishing rod doubled over, he knew something 19 was on the other end. His father watched with 20 as the boy skillfully worked the fish alongside the dock.Finally, he carefully lifted the 21 fish from the water. It was the largest one he had ever seen, but itwas a bass.The boy and his father looked at the handsome fish, gills (鳃) playing back and forth in the22 . The father lit a match and looked at the watch. It was 10 p.m.—two hours 23 the season opened. He looked at the fish, then at the boy.“You’ll have to 24 , son.” he said.“Dad!” cried the boy.“There will be other fish.” said his father.“Not as big as this one.” cried the boy.He looked around the lake. No other fishermen or boats were anywhere around in the moonlight. He looked again at his father. Even though no one had seen them, 25 could anyone ever know what time he caught the fish, the boy could 26 by the clarity of his father’s voice that the decision was not negotiable (可协商的). He slowly pulled the 27 out of the lip of the huge fish and 28 it into the black water.The creature swished its powerful body and disappeared. The boy 29 that he would never again see such a great fish.That was 34 years ago. Today, the boy is a successful architect in New York City. And he was right. He has never again caught such a magnificent fish 30 the one that was set free by him that night long ago. But he does see that same fish 31 ----every time he 32 against a question of ethics.For, as his father taught him, ethics are simple 33 of right and wrong. 34 is only the practice of ethics that is difficult. Do we do right when no one is looking? We would 35 we were taught to put the fish back when we were young.42516.A.catching B.drawing C.trapping D.expecting 17.A.met B.struck C.knocked D.attacked 18.A.golden B.silver C.black D.blue 19.A.light B.slim C.small D.huge 20.A.decision B.instruction C.admiration D.celebration 21.A.lively B.living C.exhausted D.dead 22.A.moonlight B.sun C.wind D.lake 23.A.when B.since C.after D.before 24.A.pull it up B.speed it up C.put it back D.bring it back25.A.not B.nor C.and D.or 26.A.receive B.believe C.organize D.tell 27.A.worm B.hook C.boat D.match 28.A.lowered B.lifted C.watched D.changed 29.A.expected B.admitted C.complained D.suspected 30.A.that B.when C.as D.because 31.A.once again B.again and again C.all the time D.in the end 32.A.comes up B.catches up C.makes up D.rings up 33.A.information B.advice C.matters D.messages 34.A.It B.He C.The right D.The wrong 35.A.even if B.though C.unless D.if三、阅读理解Riding School:You can start horse-riding at any age. Choose private or group lessons any weekday between 9 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.(3:30 p.m. on Saturdays). There are 10 kilometers of tracks and paths for leisurely rides across farmland and open countryside. You will need a riding hat.Opening Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. — 8:30 p.m.Phone: (412)396—6754Fax: (412)396—6752Sailing Club:Our Young Sailor’s Course leads to the Stage 1 Sailing qualification. You’ll learn how to sail safely and the course also covers sailing theory and first aid. Have fun with other course member, afterwards in the clubroom. There are 10 weekly two-hour 1essons (Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.).Opening Hours: Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.Phone: (412)396—6644Fax: (412)396 — 6644Diving Centre:Our experienced instructors offer one-month courses in deep-sea diving for beginners. There are two evening lessons a week, in which you learn to breathe underwater and use theequipment safely. You only need your own swimming costume and towel. Reduced rates for couples.Opening Hours: Monday and Friday: 6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.Phone: (412)396—6312Fax: (412)396—6706Medical Center:The staff of the Medical Center aim to provide convenient and comprehensive medical care to students and staff of the university. The center is well equipped and the staff here are trained to deal with a broad range of medical problems. Both female and male doctors as well as nursing staff are available for consultation. Also, all kinds of medicines are sold here and are cheaper for students than other drugstores.Opening Hours: 24 hour from Monday to SundayPhone: (412)396--6649Fax: (412)396—6648Watersports Club:We use a two-kilometer length of river for speedboat racing, and water-skiing, A beginners’course consist s of ten 20-minute lessons. You will learn to handle boats safely and confidently, but must be able to swim. The club is in a convenient central position and is open daily from 9 a.m to 4 p.m, with lessons all through the day.Opening Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.Phone: (412)396—6899Fax: (412)396—689036.If you want to swim and enjoy activities which are fast and a bit dangerous, you should join ________.A.Watersports Club B.Diving CentreC.Sailing Club D.Riding School37.If you want to experience a new activity in the countryside in the mornings, you may fax________.A.(412)396—6648B.(412)396—6706C.(412)396—6752D.(412)396—687638.If you are planning to explore the ocean depths, you should attend your lessons at________.A.24 hour from Monday to SundayB.Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m.C.Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m.— 8:00 p.m.D.Monday and Friday: 6:30 p.m.— 8:30 p.m.39.You want to do an activity one evening a week and get a certificate in the end, you can go to ________.A.Watersports Club B.Diving CenterC.Sailing Club D.Riding School40.Which is NOT the convenience that the Medical Center provides?A.Good equipment.B.Well trained staff members.C.Various less expensive medicines.D.Nursery for newly-born babiesSome people bring out the best in you in a way that you might never have fully realized on your own.My mom was one of those people.My father died when I was nine months old,making my mom a single mother at the age of eighteen.While I was growing up,we lived a very hard life.We had little money,but my mom gave me a lot of love.Each night,she sat me on her lap and spoke the words that would change my life,“Kemmons,you are certain to be a great man and you can do anything in life if you work hard enough to get it.”At fourteen,I was hit by a car and the doctors said I would never walk again.Every day,my mother spoke to me in her gentle,loving voice,telling me that no matter what those doctors said,I could walk again if I wanted to badly enough.She drove that message so deep into my heart that I finally believed her.A year later,I returned to school—walking on my own!When the Great Depression(大萧条)hit,my mom lost her job.Then I left school to support the both of us.At that moment,I was determined never to be poor again.Over the years,I experienced various levels of business success.But the real turning point occurred on a vacation I took with my wife and five kids in 1951.I was dissatisfied with the second-class hotels available for families and was angry that they charged an extra $2 for each child.That was too expensive for the average American family.I told my wife that I was going to open a motel(汽车旅馆)for families that would never charge extra for children.There were plenty of doubters at that time.Not surprisingly,mom was one of my strongest supporters.She worked behind the desk andeven designed the room style.As in any business,we experienced a lot of challenges.But with my mother’s words deeply rooted in my soul,I never doubted we would succeed.Fifteen years later,we had the largest hotel system in the world—Holiday Inn.In 1979 my company had 1759 inns in more than fifty countries with an income of $1 billion a year.You may not have started out life in the best situations.But if you can find a task in life worth working for and believe in yourself,nothing can stop you.41.What Kemmons’ mom often told him during his childhood was_______.A.caring B.movingC.encouraging D.interesting42.According to the author,who played the most important role in making him walk back to school again?A.Doctors.B.Nurses.C.Friends.D.Mom.43.What caused Kemmons to start a motel by himself?A.His terrible experience in the hotel.B.His previous business success of various levels.C.His mom’s support.D.His wife’s suggestion.44.Which of the following best describes Kemmons’ mother?A.Modest,helpful and hard-working.B.Loving,supportive and strong-willed.C.Careful,helpful and beautiful.D.Strict,sensitive and supportive.45.Which of the following led to Kemmons’ success according to the passage?A.Self-confidence,hard work,higher-education and a poor family.B.Mom’s encouragement,clear goals,self-confidence and hard work.C.Clear goals,mom’s encouragement,a poor family and higher education.D.Mom’s encouragement,a poor family,higher education and opportunities.It is generally believed that we are getting cleaned when we step under a shower. We are, but we’re also giving a home to lots of tiny little creatures we didn’t even know about. Ashowerhead carries thousands of bacteria called Mycobacterium (分支杆菌). These can cause problems like coughs and tiredness, and a general feeling of poorliness (身体不舒服). When you turn on the water, the bacteria go from the showerhead onto and into your body.This is a finding of Norman R. Pace and his team at the University of Colorado, in the US. The scientists investigated bacteria in all kinds of human environment, including showers. Pace’s team looked at 45 showerheads in nine American cities. They discovered that 30 percent of them had large amounts of flying Mycobacterium.But Pace said that they pose few threats to the health. Only those with a weak immune system might need to worry. He told the New York Times that the bacteria are not as unpleasant as might be thought. He said that having a shower is no more dangerous than anything else we do in the morning.But for those who feel sick about the idea of all those microorganisms (微生物), he had some advice. Let the water run for 30 seconds before getting into the shower. Why? The number of bacteria is smaller than that when the water is just turned on. If that seems like a waste of water, he added that you could also change your showerhead every few months.However, Pace had good news too. He has also been testing the air in US subways. Apart from iron particles (粒子), which are ground off the track by the wheels of trains, subway air is fresh. The reason is that a train’s movement pumps fresh outdoor air into the tunnels.Pace explained that he wanted to understand the natural microbial environments of public places. This kind of knowledge might help discover the microbes (微生物) to be used in a bioterrorist (生物恐怖分子) attack.46.From the finding of Norman R. Pace, after taking a shower, we might cough or feel tired because ______.A.it’s easy to get a cold when taking a bath B.the showerhead carries many bacteria causing illnessC.we don’t get cleaned while showering D.we don’t get a weak immune system 47.According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?A.Hot water could kill most of bacteria in showerheads.B.Of 45 showerheads surveyed in nine cities, 30 carried large amounts of Mycobacterium.C.Changing showerheads is the only way to avoid microorganisms.D.Shower water contains much less bacteria after being left to run for 30 seconds. 48.We can learn from the third paragraph that ______.A.having a shower in the morning is more dangerous than at other timeB.the bacteria always threat people’s healthC.there is no reason to fear microorganisms for people with strong immune systemD.it is better to do some exercise in the morning than have a shower49.The underlined word “pose” in the third paragraph probably means “______”.A.cause B.avoid C.describe D.promise 50.What contributes to fresh air in US subways?A.The train’s movement.B.Iron particles.C.Train wheels.D.Air conditioners on the trains.Do you want to live with a strong sense of peacefulness, happiness, goodness, and self- respect? The collection of happiness actions broadly categorized as "honor" help you create this life of good feelings.Here's an example to show how honorable actions create happiness.Say a store clerk fails to charge us for an item. If we keep silent, and profit from the clerk's mistake, we would drive home with a sense of sneaky excitement. Later we might tell our family or friends about our good fortune. On the other hand, if we tell the clerk about the uncharged item, the clerk would be grateful and thank us for our honesty. We would leave the store with a quiet sense of honor that we might never share with another soul.Then, what is it to do with our sense of happiness?In the first case, where we don't tell the clerk, a couple of things would happen. Deep down inside we would know ourselves as a type of thief. In the process, we would lose some peace of mind and self-respect. We would also demonstrate that we cannot lie trusted, since we advertise our dishonor by telling our family and friends. We damage our own reputations by telling others. In contrast, bringing the error to the clerk's attention causes different things to happen. Immediately the clerk knows us to be honorable. Upon leaving the store, we feel honorable and our self-respect is increased.Whenever we take honorable action we gain the deep internal rewards of goodness and a sense of nobility.There is a beautiful positive cycle that is created by living a life of honorable actions. Honorable thoughts lead to honorable actions. Honorable actions lead us to a happier existence. And it's easy to think and act honorably again when we're happy. While the positive cycle can be difficult to start, once it's started, it's easy to continue. Keeping on doing good deeds brings us peace of mind, which is important for our happiness.51.According to the passage, the positive action in the example contributes to our A.self-respect B.financial rewards C.advertising ability D.friendly relationship 52.The author thinks that keeping silent about the uncharged item is equal to___.A.lying B.stealing C.cheating D.advertising 53.The phrase "bringing the error to the clerk's attention" (in para. 5) means___.A.telling the truth to the clerk B.offering advice to the clerkC.asking the clerk to be more attentive D.reminding the clerk of the charged item 54.How will we feel if we let the clerk know her mistake?A.We'll be very excited.B.We'll feel unfortunate.C.We'll have a sense of honor.D.We'll feel sorry for the clerk.55.Which of the following can be the best title of this passage.*A.How to Live Truthfully B.Importance of PeacefulnessC.Ways of Gaining Self-respect D.Happiness through Honorable Actions阅读下面短文,并按照题目要求用英语回答问题。

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闸北八中2008学年第一学期高三英语期中试卷考生注意:答案请做在答题卡(纸)上第Ⅰ卷(共105分)Ⅰ. Listening ComprehensionPart A Short ConversationsDirections:In Part A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers in your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you’ve he ard.1. A. 1,500 years ago B. 2,000 years agoC. 2,500 years agoD. 3,000 years ago2. A. At the jewelry counter. B. At the stationery counterC. At the shoe counterD. At the garment counter3. A. For use B. For showC. Both for use and for showD. Neither for use nor for show4. A. The quality B. The size C. The door D. The brand5. A. To get the woman’s address B. To travel by shipC. To buy a boatD. To ship the goods6. A. 84 B. 10 C. 18 D. 147. A. Paying with credit cards B. Paying in cashC. Paying with checkD. Checking the credit cards8. A. Mr. Brown likes to change often B. Mr. Brown is a man of habitC. Mr. Brown often does the same things in the dayD. Mr. Brown will do different things now and then9. A. The guest has to pay for the green crabB. They will change the green crabC. The bill for the green crab will be included in the room rentD. They’ll draw back the green crab to the kitchen10. A. 508 B. 507 C. 608 D. 308Part B PassagesDirections:In Part B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you’ve heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. The darkest room B. The cheapest roomC. The biggest room.D. The most expensive room12. A. The biggest room B. The most expensive roomC. The smallest roomD. The cheapest room13. A. He was a mean man B. He was a funny manC. The millionaire, though rich, never wasted his moneyD. He was foolish manQuestions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. Because the house where he once lived became too big for him B. Because he was used to living in the smaller houseC. Because a smaller house was more comfortableD. Because he liked to have a smaller house15. A. He let the man carry his clock in their truckB. He carried it down the road in his armsC. He asked a man to carry his clock in his carD. He had his clock taken to his new house16. A. Break the old clock B. Buy a new clockC. Buy a watchD. Put the clock onto the truckPart C Longer ConversationsDirections: In Part C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear the conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the words you’ve heard. Write your answer in your answer sheet.Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation.Inquiring about a ConcertWhen is the concert? It is on (21)__________, May 5th.How much is the seat? It is (22)__________.What time will the concert start? At (23)____________.What time will the concert end? Around (24)__________ .Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.II. Grammar and VocabularyDirections: Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.25. If I _____ you, I ‘d join the army.A. amB. wasC. wereD. would be26.If he _______ tomorrow, he would find Mr Wang in the office.A. comesB. will comeC. should comeD. come27. If he had worked harder, he _______.A. would succeedB. had succeededC. should succeedD. would have succeeded28. If he _____, he _____ that food.A. was warned; would not takeB. had been warned; would not have takenC.would be warned; had not taken D. would have been warned; had not taken29. _____ it rain tomorrow, we would have to put off the visit to the Botanical Gardens.A. WereB. ShouldC. WouldD. If30. He has suggested that Miss Li _____ action at once before it is too late.A. takeB. takesC. will takeD. would take31. I would have paid a visit to you _____ possible.A. if it wereB. would it beC. had it beenD. should it have been32. The judge ordered that the thief _____ punished.A. would beB. should beC. was to beD. must be33. China successfully launched a moon exploration satellite in October this year, ______encourages the whole nation.A. whenB. whichC. thoughD. what34. We need further information ______ we decide whether we ’ll carry out the plan.A. beforeB. asC. sinceD. while35. She must have gone out early, _____ she had not shown up at breakfast.A. becauseB. sinceC. forD. therefore36. You ’d better take the document along _____ they want to see them..A. ifB. so thatC. in caseD. as long as37. It is often said that an American starts a speech with a joke, _____ a Japanese has an apologyto make.A. whichB. asC. whileD. when38. --- Did you remember to give her the book she asked for?--- Yes. _____ I saw her, I remembered.A. WhileB. SuddenlyC. RightD. The moment39. He felt _____ duty to work for human rights and progress.A. it hisB. hisC. that is aD. it is his40. _____ needs further discussion whether we ’ll build a library or not.A. ThatB. ItC. ThisD. The thingDirections: Complete the passage with the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. There is one extra word.答题卡填涂说明: 填涂复合字母选项时,请将代表该选项的两个字母同时都涂黑。

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