山东省烟台市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题

听力选择题When will the man stop the bike?A.When he gets to the hill.B.When he starts riding down.C.When he sees the woman's hand up.【答案】C【解析】【原文】W: In order to get up this hill, you’ll need to go fast. At the top, you need to slow down your speed.M: How will I know when to stop?W: When I raise my hand, I want you to stop your bike.听力选择题What was the woman's problem before?A.The space in her bag.B.The speed of her laptop.C.The weight of her books.【答案】C【解析】【原文】M: How do you like bringing your laptop to school? I bet it saves you room in your bag.W: Having this laptop has changed my life. I used to carry many books to my classes. Now, it has really cured my back problems.听力选择题What did the woman probably give the man?A.Safety instructions.B.A life jacket.C.Special shoes.【答案】B【解析】【原文】M: Thanks for taking me out on your boat, Christine. I’ve never been on one before.W: You’re welcome. But before you put one foot on this boat, I need you to wear one of these. I don’t want you to be in danger.听力选择题What was the man doing?A.He was fixing a chair.B.He was driving a truck.C.He was moving furniture.【答案】C【解析】【原文】M: I thought today was going to be tough, but I found a quick way to get everything out of the apartment. I got all the chairs downstairs and into the truck in less than an hour.W: Great. I’ll drive the truck over in a while.听力选择题What will the speakers probably do next?A.Watch a movie.B.Go to a concert.C.Visit a museum.【答案】A【解析】【原文】W: Well, if you don’t want to go see the jazz band, what do you want to do? It’s already too late to get a ticket for the museum.M: Why don’t we just go see a movie instead? It’s much cheaper than the other two choices.听力选择题听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

2023-2024学年山东省烟台市高三上学期期末考试英语试题Literary festivals all over the USA offer opportunities for readers to meet their favorite authors and learn about their new projects. You can start planning your next literary vacation!Summer WordsDates: June 19-22Price: FreeIt’s one of America’s most respected literary festivals and writing conferences. Authors are able to attend advanced workshops in order to improve the craft of writing. Besides, they can meet editors and literary agents and attend public panel discussions to gain inspiration and insight.Book BonanzaDates: June 23-24Price: $250It is a celebration of books covering multiple styles and always nets a huge list of incredible author attendees. What makes it stand out, however, is not just its impressive list of attendees: it’s the charitable focus. All proceeds are donated to charitable causes, including those that benefit women and children.Los Angeles Times Festival of BooksDates: April 22-23Price: Free, although indoor panels will require ticketsIt is a massive celebration of books and the bookish community, with book signings, panel discussions with distinguished professors and experts, art performances and book giveaways. The two-day event has grown to become an essential element of the L.A. cultural scene. Imaginarium Book FestivalDates: May 20-21Price: Free, but VIP tickets for early entry to signing rooms ($45), tickets for the brunch ($50)It celebrates all things about fantasy and science fiction. In addition to panels where authors will answer your questions, you’ll get to meet and acquire signed books from your favorite authors and have the option of brunching with them at the cosmic (宇宙的) brunch buffet.1. In which literary festival can you catch a show?A．Summer Words.B．Book Bonanza.C．Los Angeles Times Festival of Books.D．Imaginarium Book Festival.2. What is special about Book Bonanza?A．Its profits go to charity.B．It’s meant for women and children.C．It doesn’t charge admission fee.D．It features workshops for notable writers.3. What can you do in Imaginarium Book Festival?A．Get an author-signed photograph.B．Dine with your admiring writers.C．Interact with science fiction supermen.D．Obtain one-on-one reading training.In a video submitted to a nationwide science competition, Heman Bekele from Virginia spelled out his mission briefly — cure cancer, one bar of soap at a time. He created a cheap soap that could potentially help fight skin can cer. His invention won him the title of “America’s Top Young Scientist” at the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, an annual competition that invites students in grades five through eight to “change their world for the better with a single innovative idea”, on O ctober 10, 2023.At age 4, Heman moved to America from Ethiopia, where he always saw people constantly working under the hot sun. While he considered ideas for the competition, it struck him that so many people in his hometown were unaware of the risk of sun exposure. The recollections fueled his decision to focus his research on skin cancer.“I hoped to make my idea something that not only was great in terms of science but also could be affordable for as many people as possible,” Heman said. As he initiall y thought about his approach, Heman wanted his product to be something as much of a “constant” in people’s life as possible, an item that was most convenient in contrast to other medicinal products.In June 2023, he was selected as a top-ten finalist and paired with 3M product engineering specialist Deborah Isabelle to develop and test a physical prototype (原型) of his idea. It took the pair four months of trial and error to create “Skin Cancer Treating Soap” (SCTS). The bar contains chemicals that restore t he body’s dendritic cells killed by cancer cells. Once reconstructed, dendritic cells, the body’s first line of defense against cancer and infections, are capable of fighting against cancer cells. SCTS, which costs just 50 cents a bar, still has to undergo clinical trials. The process could take over five years.Heman’s plan for the soap stretches far beyond the winning. He has a five-year plan, which includes seeking approval from the Food and Drug Administration. He also hopes to start a nonprofit todist ribute the soap in the future. “There is still a lot left to do,” the 14-year-old teenager said.4. What inspired Heman’s idea for the invention?A．Folk tales. B．Childhood memories.C．Working experiences. D．Medical observations.5. In which aspect did Heman want his product to differ from other treatments?A．Accessibility. B．Function. C．Security. D．Effectiveness. 6. How does SCTS work?A．It minimizes solar radiation. B．It kills cancer cells directly.C．It reactivates destroyed cells. D．It removes viruses from the skin.7. Which of the following best describes Heman according to the last paragraph?A．Industrious and sociable. B．Ambitious and caring.C．Intelligent and competitive. D．Sensitive and conservative.Andrea Lankford quit her job after spending 12 years as a National Park Service forester specializing in search and rescue missions in scenic and remote American landscapes. However, decades later, three young hikers went missing on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). She found herself unable to turn away from the three separate cases despite challenges in the inquiry into them.Trail of the Lost was her answer.It’s an absorbing nonfiction narrative (叙事) about the three hikers, including their lives and those of the people looking for them. It also explores the history of the PCT and the rich subculture, practices and even literature that surround it and those who undertake the 2,650-mile journey.The book is a rich multilayered narrative that works on three different levels. The first is the story of each of the three hikers. Lankford offers a biography (传记) of each of the missing men and shows them through the eyes of those who knew them well and those who joined the search.Right underneath the narratives about the three hikers are the stories of everyone looking for them. Lankford played a role in each search but she allowed friends, family and even strangers to occupy center stage throughout most of the narrative. The story looks at the role of missing person Facebook groups in the searches and how crucial word of mouth can be. Many warm-hearted individuals came forth and became instrumental in the searches or provided valuable information. But Lankford also writes of the many who lied for no apparent reason and confused the investigations.The narrative also shines a light on diverse aspects of the PCT. Lankford, who has hiked the entire Appalachian Trail and was the first person to mountain bike the 800-mile Arizona Trail, knows just how the PCT is physically and mentally demanding. Besides, the book explores threats from mountain lions to people with bad intentions who don’t observe the PCT’s unspoken moral rules, serving as a revelation of the well-known, hidden or ignored dangers of the PCT.Written with a clear, fast-paced, straightforward style, Trail of the Lost is as full of hope and humanity as it is packed with pain, sorrow, danger and tension. Read it and you’ll find more than you seek.8. What led Lankford to write Trail of the Lost?A．Her love for her prior career.B．Her strong attachment to the PCT.C．The stress from the missing families.D．Her investigation into hikers’ disappearance.9. What is presented on the second level of the book?A．Efforts by different people in searches.B．A string of wilderness survival tips.C．Approaches to information classification.D．Respective stories of the three hikers.10. What’s the purpose of mentioning Lankford’s previous adventures?A．To promote her book.B．To make her a celebrity.C．To motivate hikers to challenge themselves.D．To stress the difficulty of hiking the PCT.11. What can we say about the book?A．It targets single youth.B．It’s a romantic novel.C．It’s based on actual events.D．It’s a detailed account of a journey.Do you have a favorite sport? Are you passionate about sewing or reading? Typically, you engage in these activities simply because you enjoy them. Would you be taken aback to know the overjustification effect that when you are rewarded for your beloved activities, your desire to participate in them diminishes?Edward Deci, a psychology professor, conducted a series of experiments, in one of which Deci divided the participants into two groups: one was paid to complete a puzzle, and the other was not paid to. After money was removed, the group that was previously paid to play showed less motivation to complete the task than the group that was never paid and only did the puzzle for enjoyment. The outcome demonstrated the overjustification effect, which occurs when an external stimulation decreases a person’s i nternal motivation to perform a behavior or engage in an activity. According to the self-determination theory, three conditions are essential for people to feel internally motivated and perform at their best: autonomy, freedom from external restrictions; competence, the need to feel capable, and relatedness, the need to feel connected with others. In Deci’s experiment,money acted as a tie, which reduced participants’ autonomy, a crucial component of internal motivation, discouraging them from experiencing the freedom of external restrictions. The pressure to perform for the money lessened the pleasure and freedom felt by those who were doing the puzzle merely for fun.But if external stimulation is tied to performance, the overjustification effect is less influential. For example, being rewarded for studying is unlikely to decrease internal motivation because the grade depends upon actually doing well rather than just going through the motions.While the overjustification effect can reduce motivation, some strategies can lower its impact. One is to focus on providing feedback and recognition rather than concrete rewards. For instance, praising an individual’s effort or acknowledging their accomplishments can maintain their internal motivation. Additionally, allowing individuals to have autonomy and control over their tasks also works. By giving them the freedom to choose how they complete tasks, individuals are more likely to be internally motivated and experience a greater sense of satisfaction and engagement.12. What does the underlined word “diminishes” in paragraph 1 mean?A．Remains. B．Weakens. C．Ceases. D．Solidifies.13. How did Deci prove the overjustification effect in the experiment?A．By interpreting a concept.B．By presenting an argument.C．By making a comparison.D．By describing a phenomenon.14. What is mainly illustrated in paragraph 3?A．The skills needed for a puzzle.B．The core elements of inner drives.C．The impact of autonomy on competence.D．The theoretical basis for the overjustification effect.15. Which serves as an example of preventing the overjustification effect?A．Speaking highly of a pupil’s hard work.B．Rewarding a kid with candy for playing the violin.C．Offering a clerk financial bonuses for daily routines.D．Promising an employee a decent position for doing his duty.Culture shock is the experience that often accompanies moving to an unfamiliar place. It could be marked by feeling lost, anxious or hesitant. 16 You’ll become accustomed to the same things that initially “shocked” you! Read on for tips for overcoming culture shock in a short time.When deciding to visit an entirely new place, don’t expect the traditions and cultures followed by your current home to be followed by the new land. 17 So keep your expectations low.Even though it is an unfamiliar environment hosting different cultures and traditions from the one you’re used to, it’s vital to broaden your mind and be willing to try new things. Don’t be quick to form discriminatory judgments just because it is “odd”. Have a go at something different, like a food or clothing —different isn’t necessarily bad. 18Social psychologists claim that lack of information is the biggest contributor to prejudices. Talk to the local population and ask them about how their culture works instead of assuming the worst. 19 Plus, you’ll make some friends who can ease your transformation.Keep yourself open-minded, await new experiences and familiarize yourself with the conduct of the people. 20 Go out there and have fun!Leigh Ann Sondrup, a devoted nurse at Valleywise, earned the title of a hero after a remarkable off-duty rescue.The extraordinary chain of events unfolded as Sondrup was heading home from _________ one morning. Having just completed her fourth straight night shift, she was _________. Driving on State Route 143 near Sky Harbor, Sondrup suddenly noticed a horrible situation in the distance. As she_________, she found a concrete truck had overturned, with a man _________ inside.Emergency first responders had not yet made it to the _________. Despite her tiredness, Sondrup didn’t _________ to make a decision to inter vene.She _________ her car. No other cars were moving on the road, _________ her to safely walk across the usually busy highway. She got closer to the truck and then quickly _________ the situation. She discovered the driver was still conscious, but severely injured and losing __________ at an alarming rate. Every second counted. She __________ crawled (爬) underneath the overturned truck. In a display of resourcefulness, she __________ the man’s belt to stop the bleeding.Months later, the man who had suffered a life-threatening injury reached out to Sondrup to express his gratitude for a second __________ at life. The Phoenix Fire Department recognized Sondrup for her __________ actions. When interviewed, Sondrup said she maintained a strong __________ that everyone serves a purpose in life and that she was glad to have done her part when duty called. 21.A．exercise B．work C．vacation D．school 22.A．high-spirited B．cut-off C．worn-out D．heart-broken 23.A．awoke B．wandered C．departed D．approached 24.A．trapped B．transported C．questioned D．laid25.A．office B．scene C．hospital D．base26.A．continue B．attempt C．offer D．hesitate 27.A．held onto B．warmed up C．pulled over D．backed up 28.A．forcing B．allowing C．reminding D．requiring 29.A．controlled B．pictured C．assessed D．revealed 30.A．blood B．heart C．balance D．strength 31.A．accidentally B．secretly C．curiously D．quickly 32.A．marked B．employed C．swung D．fetched 33.A．encounter B．choice C．lesson D．chance 34.A．courageous B．optimistic C．amusing D．effortless 35.A．assumption B．proposal C．belief D．character阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

山东省日照市2023-2024学年高三上11月期中校际联考英语试题第一部分听力(共两节, 满分30分)略第二部分阅读(共两节, 满分50 分)第一节(共15小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

AThis Bali Motorbike City Tour is very interesting and you can see closely the real Balinese urban with their social life and traditional cultures. You can experience the best places of interest in Denpasar Bali.Kumbasari MarketKumbasari Market and Badung Market can be seen as one unit. Kumbasari Market is just a stone’s throw away from Pasar Badung. Kumbasari Market is the perfect complement (补充) to Badung Market as it is a pure art market. Paintings, or woodcarvings, just to name a few, can be bought at Pasar Kumbasari for very local prices.Jalan LegianIn this street, we will find so many shops along the street selling trinkets and stuff. It is one of the most happening places to shop in Kuta. We can buy a variety of goods from here. There are also luxury dress shops on Legian street. We will also notice a 2002 bombing memorial (纪念碑) on the street.Krisna Sunset RoadHere, we will find Bali souvenirs at a perfect price. Find bags, necklaces, sarongs, fabrics, wooden craft, and even local food items. It is a perfect place for last-day shopping and buy all things on your shopping list from here.Balinese Cuisine class at The AmalaBalinese Cuisine is one of the most complex, varied and delicious cuisines in the world. Eating real Balinese food is an unforgettable cultural experience. You will get to be guest sous chef for the day, starting in the morning picking the best produce at market, then discussing recipes and finallypreparing, cooking and sampling your own delicious creations.1. What do we know about Badung Market?A. It only deals in artworks.B. It sells goods at a very high price.C. It is the best place to visit in BaliD. It is a perfect choice for last-day shopping.2. What can you do at Jalan Legian?A. Learn painting.B. Taste local foodC. Purchase top-end clothes.D. Visit a war museum.3. Where can you experience cooking?A. Kumbasari Market.B. Jalan Legian.C. Krisna Sunset Road.D. The Amala.【语篇解读】这是一篇说明文。

2023-2024学年山东省青岛第五十八中学高三上学期期中考试英语试题Bringing Goods into the UKYou are allowed to bring some goods for personal use without paying tax or duty.Arrivals from EU countriesYou can bring goods from EU countries without being charged tax or duty if they are:●transported by yourself; ●a gift or for personal use; ●bought with tax and duty includedYou can bring alcohol and tobacco from EU countries without restriction but an inquiry might be required depending on the amount of your goods.Arrivals from outside the EUYou will be free of duty or tax on certain amounts of goods brought from outside the EU, as long as they are for your own use. Any goods that are beyond your allowance should be declared.Alcohol & tobacco allowance※Allowance for other goods:The maximum value of other goods you can bring is £390. Any single item that is worth more than the allowance will be charged duty or tax on its full value.The rate of duty or tax on items above the allowance is:●2.5% for goods worth up to £630;●decided by the type of goods worth above £630-check by calling the VAT, Customs and Excise Helpline.InsidetheUK************Outside the UK: +44 2920 501 261Working time: 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday,Banned and restricted goodsGoods banned include:●illegal drugs; ●offensive weapons; ●endangered animal and plant species;●meat and dairy products from most non-EU countries.Food and plant products restricted include;●products containing pests and diseases;●products grown outside the EU;●products not for your own use.We reserve the right to seize the goods which are on suspicion of violating intellectual property rights.1. Which of the following products from outside the EU has the largest duty-free allowance?C．Spirits. D．Alcoholic drinks.A．Beer. B．Wine (notsparkling wine).2. How much tax shall one coming from China pay for a ring bought in America worth £500?A．£2. 75 B．£12.5 C．£110. D．£130.3. Which of the following items shall be banned or restricted?A．A set of Russian dolls. B．A bottle of French wine.C．A brick of Australian cheese. D．A package of Spanish cigarettes.Eugene Newman Parker, a leading figure in heliospheric(日球层的) physics for the past half century, passed away peacefully at his home in Chicago on Mar. 15. He was 94.Hailed(誉为) as a visionary in the field of heliophysics, Parker revolutionized our understanding of the sun and its effects on Earth and other bodies within the solar system. NASA even stated that “the field of heliophysics exists in large part because of Dr. Eugene Parker. In 2018, Parker became the first living scientist to witness the launch of a spacecraft that was named in his honor.Parker is best known for his groundbreaking theory on the existence of a phenomenon called “solar wind”, a continuous stream of charged particles that flow off the sun. It can become violent, causing space weat her that impacts the Earth. When Parker’s research was published in 1958, his theory was initially met with skepticism(怀疑) and ridicule by the scientific community. The general view at the time was that the space between planets was an absolute vacuum(真空), and was thus completely empty of any matter. But, there were no errors in his study or his calculations, and the theory was later proven to be correct in 1962, when a NASA spacecraft mission to Venus revealed the constant presence of a supersonic wind—exactly as Parker had predicted.That experience likely led to the advice Parker often gave young researchers: “If you do something new or innovative, expect trouble. But think critically about it because if you’re wrong, you want to be the first one to know that.” Parker never co-authored a paper with his students, thus urging them to be independent.Parker was humble, straightforward, and wise. His son Eric said, “My sister Joyce and I didn’t get a real feel for what a ‘big dog’ our dad was in the field.” T hey got an even better sense when a monthafter Parker’s death, they traveled to Lund, Sweden, to accept on his behalf the Crafoord Prize in Astronomy.4. What can we learn from the second paragraph?A．A spacecraft was named in memory of Parker.B．The sun has less effects on Earth than expected.C．Parker deserved credit for his great contributions.D．NASA provided new insights into the lunar effect.5. Why did people view Parker’s theory of “solar wind” skeptically at first?A．It went against the popular opinion at that time.B．Some mistakes were found in his calculations.C．The presence of a supersonic wind was proven by NASA.D．Matter was believed to exist in the space between planets.6. What did Parker suggest young researchers do?A．seek close cooperation B．avoid high expectationsC．learn by trial and error D．compete against others7. What words can be used to describe Parker according to the passage?A．straightforward and generous B．responsible and accessibleC．intelligent yet conservative D．distinguished yet modestFrom rolling hills to mountain ranges, views make any road trip memorable, but for blin d passengers this is part of the experience they miss. Motor company Ford tries to change that. It teamed up with GTB Rom a and AedoProject—to develop a technology that will give those unfortunate passengers a way to feel nature’s beauty through their car windows.The prototype (原型) of the smart car window has a device with an outside-facing camera. With just a press of a button, the system takes a picture of the current view. The colorful picture is then turned into an image with different shades of grey through, LED lights, which vibrates (震动) differently. As the finger passes over different regions of the image, its shaking movements provide feedback through the sense of touch to the person using it. The smart window also comes with a voice assistant that uses AI to identify the scene and help the passengers get information on what they’re seeing.“As the prototype started taking shape, we realized we were giving birth to a completely new language that would give blind people a new chance to visualize and experience traveling,” Federico Russo.-one director of GTBRoma, said. “When the idea was at its first stage, we looked forsuppl iers all around the world to make it come to life.” He believes the technology can be employednot just in cars. “It could be introduced into schools and in stitutions for blind people as a tool that could be used in multiple ways.”The technology may show up in a Ford autonomous vehicle. It’s known that the company is testing their technology and future business model and struggling to figure out how an autonomous vehicle gives different passengers the details needed to get from one destination to another. It’s unclear when this technology will be made available. However, the idea of building something for the less advanced is indeed a kind and influential action.8. How does the smart car window work?A．By sorting shaking movements. B．By recording the view with a camera.C．By translating scenery into vibrations. D．By presenting different shades of colors.9. What can we know about the technology according to Federico Russø?A．It will have wide application. B．It will be used in schools first.C．It will be tested around the world. D．It will understand different languages. 10. What difficulty is Ford facing currently?A．How to explore their future business model.B．How the technology is applied to everyday life.C．How to produce autonomous cars in large numbers.D．How an autonomous vehicle provides route information.11. Which can be the best title for the text?A．AI-based Window Adds Fun to Road TripsB．Ford Develops a System for the Blind to DriveC．Smart Window Lets Blin d Passengers Feel ViewsD．Technology Makes Blind People’s Trip EnjoyableImagine a future where science has created your twin. Not a flesh-and-blood twin, but one that recreates your flesh and blood, your bones, your heart, your brain — your whole body, in fact — as an extremely complicated computer model.Your doctors can use this digital twin to work out how you will respond to a particular drug or medical procedure. They can even look further into the future, creating a “healthcast”, to forecast what diseases might happen to you or how your lifestyle will affect your health as you age. It is the ultimate in personalized medicine. This is the bold vision set out in Virtual You: How building your digital twin will revolutionize medicine and change your life by Peter Coveney, director of the Centre for Computational Science, and Roger Highfield, science director of the Science Museum Group, UK.Digital twins are already in widespread use in industries such as civil engineering. But these model systems are much simpler than the complex human body. Imagine all the parts that come together to make you work: from the 3 billion letters of your genome (基因组), the numerous molecules (分子) that make up your cells, the trillions of cells building your tissues and organs, and the environment having its input too. Now, imagine trying to create a model of this that is made to each unique individual and that predicts the changes that will take place over a lifetime. This is easier said than done. Changes in the systems biologists want to describe are usually different from what mathematicians describe as “non-linear” (非线性的). Another complication is “emergence”: where the whole of a system is greater than the sum of its parts. This complexity challenges mathematics and pushes computing to the limit too.But getting to the next level — a whole human individual — is going to require yet more data and a revolution in computing technology far beyond what is currently possible. Whether we will get there is an open question, but Virtual You shows us what scientists from different fields can achieve when they all work together.12. What be learned about your science-made twin according to Paragraph 1?A．Your twin looks just like you.B．Your twin knows your thoughts.C．Your twin exists on the computer.D．Your twin is created out of your DNA.13. Why is it difficult to build a digital twin?A．Human body is more complicated than models.B．Digital twins are not widely used in industries.C．Scientists lack enough data in building it.D．Mathematicians and biologists hold different opinions.14. What’s the author’s attitude towards the idea of a digital twin?A．Optimistic.B．Uncertain.C．Unconcerned.D．Skeptical.15. What is the purpose of this text?A．To stress the necessity of digital twins.B．To show the effects of digital twins on future health.C．To explain the building of digital twins in health.D．To introduce new treatments for diseases in the future.If you’ve studied biology, you’ve probably learned about blood types. Or perhaps you hav e learned something about blood types from social media. 16 These letters correspond to two antigens(抗原),A and B. People with AB blood have both antigens, those with A or B have only one, and people with O have no antigens at all.17 If you’ve had a bl ood transfusion(输血), you are probably aware that your blood type determines which blood you can receive. Maybe you’ll think that you should plan your meals based on your blood type. 18 This last concept is popular in Asia, particularly in South Korea. Someone with type-A blood is thought to be considerate but shy. People with type-B blood are known for being creative but odd. Type-O individuals are considered to be some of the most sociable people. Those with type-AB are sensible artists, but sometimes calculating or unpredictable.South Korea is one place where the blood type personality theory catches on. A study released in 2017 suggests that nearly 60%South Koreans believe that blood types serve as an indicator of a person’s personality. 19But such theory can also cause discrimination. In the above-mentioned study, about half of the respondents said that they like people with type-O blood the best. 20 The general belief was that type-O individuals have a personality that best fits the culture in South Korea, while AB-types don’t suit such a cultural outlook. As a result, in recent years, many media have stopped promoting the theory.Early on the morning of October 13, LaPierre was heading to the Chicago Marathon on the city’s Blue Line L. The _______ was full of energized marathoners. Before long, LaPierre noticed a man moving from passenger to passenger, asking for spare _______. His behavior struck LaPierre as “really weird,” especially the way he stared down anyone he felt hadn’t _______ him enough.At the Cumberland station, most of the passengers suddenly _______ the car. LaPierre rushed out to see what was going on, only to hear _______ people shouting that the man asking for money was, in fact, armed and _______ people.As the armed man hopped onto the next train car, LaPierre followed him. “I co uld not _______ knowing there were _______ children and people just trying to get to a race,” he says.The man turned and saw LaPierre, his head down, bull-rushing him. Although the man was far_______ and younger, LaPierre crashed into him and managed to pin him ________ the closed door. “Once I got a few feet from him, I knew he wouldn’t be able to react fast enough to ________ me,” he told the Chicago Sun-Times. The two men fought for the gun — and their ________. The man tried pushing past him, but ________, LaPierre grabbed the gun and handed it to a passenger. Then the police poured into the train, and LaPierre let them ________. He had a marathon to run.This was not the first time LaPierre had jumped into a(n) ________. A few years back, he helpedpr event a drugstore robbery. “I just happen to be at the right place at the right moment,” he says. 21.A．coach B．plane C．train D．ship22.A．seat B．change C．food D．time23.A．thanked B．paid C．known D．given24.A．pulled B．fled C．boarded D．started25.A．encouraged B．disappointed C．panicked D．confused26.A．begging B．entertaining C．robbing D．dismissing27.A．walk away B．break in C．step forward D．come along28.A．careful B．brave C．innocent D．needy29.A．larger B．thinner C．wiser D．quieter30.A．off B．against C．beyond D．under31.A．shoot B．chase C．spot D．miss32.A．prizes B．funds C．lives D．rights33.A．naturally B．thankfully C．generally D．unfortunately 34.A．stand by B．back off C．play along D．take over35.A．race B．fight C．argument D．situation阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

2020-2021学年烟台市第二十一中学高三英语上学期期中考试试题及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AThese wonderful NYC attractions offer pay — what — you — wish days, free entry hours/days and other great stuff for local families.Staten IslandZooThere are plenty of creatures who call NYC home—the Staten Island Zoo is one of them. Once you’ve finished learning about the wildlife in the animal nursery, reptile (爬行动物) side rooms, horse barn and other areas of the attraction, make sure to mark your schedule for fun seasonal happenings, such as the Easter Egg Games and the scary, crazy Halloween Shows.Entry on Wednesdays is by suggested donation; children aged two and under free.Children’s Museum of the ArtsThe Children’s Museum of the Arts welcomes 135,000 little visitors each year through its doors. Once inside, the whole family can enjoy interactive programs, exhibitions (展览) and events that celebrate the changed power of the arts on youngsters and grown-ups alike.Pay-as-you-wish Thursdays, 3-6 p. m.Wave HillEveryone needs a few hours of calm now and then-kids included-and you’d be hard- pressed to find a more peaceful spot within city limits than Wave Hill the broad grounds located above the river, covering 28 acres of public gardens, plus woodlands and grasses to wander. Jump in on nature walks, story times and family art projects often led by local artists and free with general admission.Pay — as — you — wish Tuesdays and Saturdays,9 a. m — noon.New York Hall of ScienceNaturally, kids love it when the New York Hall of Science pleases them with neat exhibits and fun hands-on activities. The museum’s playground is themost attractivetochildren A tube slide (管道滑梯) will give little ones the knowledge on science topics, while the climbing area mirrors a giant spider web. There are also wind pipes, metal drums, sand- boxes and much more. What better way to make the mostout of science?Free entry Sep-Jun on Fridays, 2 — 5 p. m，and Sundays, 10 —11 a. m.1. What can children do in Staten Island Zoo?A. Feed injured animals.B. Join in seasonal activities.C. Build a home for creatures.D. Deal with the donations to the zoo.2. What do Children’s Museum of the Arts and Wave Hill have in common?A. They both have peaceful spots.B. They both are located by a river.C. They both have public gardens.D. They both have activities about arts.3. Which place can be free of charge for all?A. Wave Hill.B.Staten IslandZoo.C. New York Hall of Science.D. Children’s Museum of the Arts.BFirefighters in Florida this week helped rescue a bald eagle with a fishing hook stuck in its beak（嘴）and the attached line wrapped around its wing and beak. Firefighters at Pasco County Fire Rescue Station 21 on Thursday were greeted by two children holding the injured bald eagle and seeking help, according to the station’s Facebook page.The firefighters called Owl’s Nest Sanctuary（保护区）for Wildlife in Odessa for assistance and a volunteer came out to help. "It appears that the eagle was wrapped in the line for about two days, was underweight, and thirsty,” the post said.Floridahas one of the densest concentrations of nesting bald eagles in the lower 48 states with an estimated 1 ,500 nesting pairs according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.PascoCountyis located in the state's west central coast north ofTampa.After the eagle was examined, it was placed in a container and taken to the sanctuary for treatment where Kris Potter, the sanctuary's director, successfully removed the hook.The sanctuary posted on its Facebook page that the eagle is making up for lost time when it comes to food. "He's eating all his meals with great enthusiasm and doesn't leave a crumb（碎屑）behind,“ the post said. "In themeantime, this big guy is resting and recovering ——he's already looking so much better!”After the eagle is considered stable, it will be taken toBuschGardensinTampafor further treatment, according to the post.“ Thankfully the eagle appears in good health and veterinarians（兽医）believe that the eagle will fully recover," the post said.When the eagle is cleared for return to the wild, it will be released in the area around Station 21 , the station said in its post.“A big thank-you to everyone who helped save this bald eagle's life! We are thankful for this happy outcome!” the post concluded. The sanctuary used the story to remind those who enjoy fishing to properly dispose of their garbage.4. Who initially found the injured bald eagle?A. Firefighters.B. Two children.C. The sanctuary's founder.D. A volunteer.5. Where will the eagle be set free?A. AtPascoCounty Fire Rescue Station 21.B. In the neighborhood around Station 21.C. In the sanctuary inOdessa.D. InBuschGardensinTampa.6. Why did the sanctuary post the story?A. To win a good reputation.B. To praise those firefighters.C. To appeal to people to protect bald eagles.D. To remind fishing lovers to deal with rubbish properly.7. What can we know about the outcome of the event?A. It's unexpected.B. It's beautiful.C. It's humorous.D. It's discouraging.CHave you ever imagined that your simple T-shirt could cool you down by up to5℃on these hot summer days?Thanks to a recent discovery, the possibility is getting closer. While there are many alternatives that manage to keep the body warm, this amazing invention aims to offer real relief for those who are eager to feel comfortable and fresh in the outdoors on extremely hot days.Its inventors, engineers Ma Yaoguang of Zhejiang University and Tao Guangming of Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China, look a completely innovative approach. They designed a special textile dial can absorb body heat and re-emit its energy into space as mid-infrared radiation (MIR). This textile cools both the objects and their surroundings through a technique that is known as radiative cooling, Science reveals. This means that even when it looks like you are wearing a regular shirt, you are actually wearing a device that works like a mirror.Research conducted at Stanford University in 2017 had already managed to cool the wearer by 3℃, but this previous trial was limited. So researchers still need to test the new approach to determine how effectively the new fabric cools while the wearers are standing or walking, and not directly facing the sky, like in their trials. They also need to examine and measure how well it works when T-shirts are not in close contact with the skin.Inventors Yaoguang and Guangming are now looking out for textile manufacturers and clothing brands that are interested in using their fabric. They estimate that the new material will increase clothing manufacturing costs by just 10 percent. “We can make it with mass production which means everybody can get a T-shirt and the cost is basically the same as theirs,” old Yaoguang said.So if you are an athlete or simply someone that has to deal with the extremely high temperatures, be patient because your days of feeling hot and bothered may be corning to an end!8. What is the purpose of the new invention?A. To warm up people's body.B. To cool people off in hot weather.C. To detect the wearers' temperature.D. To protect clothes from becoming wet.9. How does the special product work?A. By turning sunlight into energy.B. By sending out absorbed heat.C. By keeping heat out completely.D. By using light color1 s to reflect sunlight.10. What is the main idea of paragraph 3?A. The invention needs further testing.B. The previous studies lack evidence.C. The new fabric has a good cooling effect.D. The new fabric applies to various situations.11. The invention of the T-shirt may hean example of ________.A. barking up the wrong treeB. robbing Peter to pay PaulC. killing two birds with one stoneD. pulling the cart before the horseDA new study finds almost one third of the world’s population is overweight. Since 1980, obesity rates(肥胖率)in children and adults have doubled in 73 countries, making people more worried. And rates are increasing in many other countries. Obesity is increasing faster in children than adults in many nations, including Algeria, Turkey and Jordan, the report said. But the world's weight problem is growing in both rich and poor countries alike. Researchers say an increasing number of people are dying of related health problems in what they called a "disturbing global public health problem."Researchers studied health information from 1980 through 2015. They examined obesity rates, average weight gain in 195 countries. They found that obesity rates are three times greater among youth and young adults in countries like China, Brazil and India. Almost 108 million children and more than 600 million adults were found to be overweight. Egypt had the highest number of overweight adults in 2015. Vietnam had the least. In the same year, the United States had the highest number of overweight children, and Bangladesh had the least.Yet hunger remains a problem in many areas. The United Nations said that almost 800 million people, including 300 million children, go to bed hungry each night. Experts said poor diets and lack of physical activity are mainly to blame for the rising numbers of overweight people.Growing populations have led to rising obesity rates in poor countries. Often, poor people will eat processed(加工的) foods instead of choosing a diet rich in vegetables.The London-based Overseas Development Institute studied the price of food in five countries: Britain, Brazil, China, Mexico and South Korea. It found that the cost of processed foods like ice creamand hamburgers has fallen since 1990. But the cost of fresh fruits and vegetables has gone up.12. What do we know about obesity in the world?A. It is worryingB. It is given no attentionC. It has been successfully solvedD. It is more serious among old people13. Which country has the most overweight children in 2015?A. AmericaB. VietnamC. EgyptD. Bangladesh14. What is one of the reasons why people get overweight?A. HungerB. Poor dietC. Diets with vegetablesD. Eating too much fruit15. Which ofthe following can be the best title for the text?A. It’s Important to Have a Balanced DietB. How Can We Lose Weight and Keep Fit?C. Is It Necessary for Us to Eat Fresh Vegetables?D. Nearly One Third of People in the World Are Overweight.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2020-2021学年烟台市第三中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AMany workers have had no choice but to adapt to working from home in recent months since offices shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic (新冠疫情). And the noisy situation and endless housework may result in a terrible emotion. A new option is waiting foryou. That is WFH: work from a hotel.Hotel FigueroA special program titled Work Perks aims to reposition some of 94-year-old Hotel Figuero’s 268 rooms as day-use offices.According to Managing Director Connie Wang, the set-up launched in June and is a great opportunity to get out of their houses with high-speed Wi-Fi, unlimited printing privileges and free parking. The 350-square-foot rooms sell for $ 129 per day, with an option to extend to an overnight stay for an additional $ 20.The WytheA boutique hotel inBrooklyn. The hotel recently announced a partnership with co-working office space company Industrious through which it is recycling 13 second-story guest rooms to serve as offices for up to four people.Each of the rooms has a small outdoor platform, and dogs are welcome. Pricing starts at $ 200 and goes up to $ 275, depending on how many people use the space.The SawyerThe Sawyer, in Sacramento, California, is offering pool cabanas (更衣室) for use as outdoor offices, complete with fast Wi-Fi, free parking and catered lunch for $ 150 per day.HotelsByDayYannis Moati founded HotelsByDay back in 2015. That company has grown to include more than 1,500 hotels, and has seen a significant increase in the number of inquiries for day-use bookings lately.Moati said the current situation will force hotels to upgrade themselves to stay alive, and he predicted that offering rooms for day-use only is one of the directions they will go.1. How much should one pay for a 24-hour stay in Hotel Figuero?A. $ 129.B. $ 149.C. $ 150.D. $ 200.2. Which hotel allows pets in?A. The Wythe.B. The Sawyer.C. HotelsByDay.D. Hotel Figuero.3. What do we know about Yannis Moati?A. He started a program titledWork Perks.B. He has upgraded at least 1,500 rooms.C. He usually predicts everything correctly.D. He is optimistic about the WFH trend.BBarred owls(大林鸮猫头鹰) are a large species native to eastern North America, but they began moving west at the start of the 20th century. By 1973,large numbers of barred owls had arrived in the western state ofWashington. Later they moved south intoOregonandCalifornia.In parts of thePacific Northwest, the owls are now believed to be causing a drop in the population of a smaller, less aggressive bird: the northern spotted owl. In many ways, the barred owl is the spotted owl's worst enemy. The barred owl has more babies per year and eats the same animals, like squirrels and wood rats. And their numbers are now larger in many parts of the spotted owl's traditional territory.David Wiens is a biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, a federal agency that studies the Earth and its natural resources. He and other officials are doing something unusual to protect spotted owls: killing barred owls. It is a controversial, experimental program. More than 2,400 barred owls have already been shot.Wiens is the son of a well-known bird expert and grew up with the fascination for birds. He has mixed feelings about the program. "It's a little distasteful, I think, to go out killing barred owls to save another owl species," he says. But he adds, “We knew that barred owls were out competing spotted owls and their numbers were growing too fast."To catch barred owls, officials put digital bird callers on the ground. Then they step back and wait as several sounds from the devices fill the air. All of this happens in the dark of night. Barred owls dislike other birds in their territory, so they will fly down and chase other owls out. That is when Wiens and his team try to shoot them.4. What's the main problem with spotted owls?A. They are being starved to death.B. They have more babies each year.C. They are invaded by another bird.D. They are hunted by man.5. Why are barred owls being killed?A. They are eating the spotted owls.B. They are killing each other to survive.C. They are putting the spotted owls in danger.D. They are destroying large areas of forests.6. Why did the officials release the bird sounds?A. To kill barred owls.B. To puzzle barred owls.C. To protect barred owls.D. To frighten barred owls.7. What can be the best title for the text?A. Killing One Animal to Save Another.B. Keeping the Balance of Nature.C. Protecting Birds in Danger.D. Preventing Birds from Playing Fair.CPopularization has in some cases changed the original meaning of emotional (情感的) intelligence. Many people now misunderstand emotional intelligence as almost everything desirable in a person's makeup that cannotbe measured by an IQ test, such as character, motivation, confidence, mental stability, optimism and “people skills.” Research has shown that emotional skills may contribute to some of these qualities, but most of them move far beyond skill-based emotional intelligence.We prefer to describe emotional intelligence as a specific set of skills that can be used for either good or bad purposes. The ability to accurately understand how others are feeling may be used by a doctor to find how best to help her patients, while a cheater might use it to control potential victims. Being emotionally intelligent does not necessarily make one a moral person.Although popular beliefs regarding emotional intelligence run far ahead of what research can reasonably support, the overall effects of the publicity have been more beneficial than harmful. The most positive aspect of this popularization is a new and much needed emphasis (重视) on emotion by employers, educators and others interested in promoting social well-being. The popularization of emotional intelligence has helped both the public and researchers re-evaluate the functionality of emotions and how they serve people adaptively in everyday life.Although the continuing popular appeal of emotional intelligence is desirable, we hope that such attention will excite a greater interest in the scientific and scholarly study of emotion. It is our hope that in coming decades, advances in science will offer new perspectives (视角) from which to study how people manage their lives. Emotional intelligence, with its focus on both head and heart, may serve to point us in the right direction.8. What is a common misunderstanding of emotional intelligence?A. It can be measured by anIQ test.B. It helps to exercise a person’s mind.C. It includes a set of emotional skills.D. It refers to a person’s positive qualities.9. Why does the author mention “doctor” and “cheater” in paragraph 2?A. To explain a rule.B. To clarify a concept.C. To present a fact.D. To make a prediction.10. What is the author’s attitude to the popularization of emotional intelligence?A. Favorable.B. Intolerant.C. Doubtful.D. Unclear.11. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning emotional intelligence?A. Its appeal to the public.B. Expectations for future studies.C. Its practical application.D. Scientists with new perspectives.DMy sister Alice and I have been trying to get people tostop dropping cigarette（香烟）butts（烟头）for seven years. One day, we were walking in our hometown and saw hundreds of cigarette butts on the ground. They made the town look so ugly that we decided to start a group to make people dropping butts. We called it “No Butts About It”.At first, we drew pictures with “The Earth is not your ashtray（烟灰缸）”written on them. We put the pictures around our hometown—in parks, by beaches, and along roads. We wanted to make people understand that dropping butts hurts the environment. Most smokers don’t think that dropping butts hurts the Earth. But it does, and all rubbish does!Later, we wrote to companies and asked them for money to help us. We used the money to buy ashtrays to give to smokers. We wanted smokers to carry the ashtrays with them so they didn’t have to drop butts.At the moment, we are trying to get cigarette companies to put an ashtray in each pack of cigarettes. Some companies want to do it. Many people have started to join our group since it began. Today there are 45 other “No Butts About It” groups inAmerica.Now there even groups inEngland,Australia, andIndia! Many newspapers have written about my sister and me over the last seven years. And we have won many prizes for what we do. But we are not interested in prizes. We just want to make the Earth a better and cleaner place for animals, plants and people.One day, it will be.12. What did the writer think about the cigarette butts in the first place?A. They made the town smelly.B. They made the town unhealthy.C. They made the town dirty.D. They made the town poor.13. What does the writer do with the cigarette butts?A. Give ashtrays to the smokers.B. Stop people buying cigarettes.C. Pick up the cigarette butts.D. Win prizes for starting groups.14. From the passage we can know that _____.A. no companies wanted to give money to themB. The writer believes that the Earth will be a better and cleaner placeC. There are only 45”No Butts About It”D. The writer likes to be on newspapers and win prizes215. Which is the best tittle for the passage?A. Save our Town From Cigarette Butts.B. Buy Yourself An Ashtray.C. Cigarette Butts Also Destroy Other Countries.D. No Butts Prize.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

山东省泰安市2023-2024学年高三上学期11月期中英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解Why shop ethicallyEvery time we shop we’re voting with our wallet. When we buy from brands that have a positive impact it’s like voting for a better world.Good for the environmentWe are faced with many environmental issues, from global warming to pesticide (农药) pollution, that can in part be addressed by shopping more ethically (道德地). We can help tackle climate change by switching to a green energy provider or help reduce the amount of dangerous pesticides that are killing wildlife by buying organic products.Good for society (both local and global)Many of the products we buy have been produced by companies that pay their workers poverty wages and then hide their profits in offshore tax havens. We can shop, for example, for products that carry the Fairtrade qualification.Good for animal welfareTo sell their products overseas many cosmetics (化妆品) companies still test on animals, by buying from brands that refuse to test on animals you can be sure that no animals are harmed in the production of your cosmetics.Good for body and soulWe also know that a healthy balanced diet is good for you and this usually means leaving behind high sugar and salt products that are often irresponsibly marketed to children or abandoning cosmetics that contain harmful components.1．What does “Every time we shop we’re voting with our wallet” in Paragraph 1 mean?A．When we shop, we’re voting for candidates.B．The way we spend our money can help to change the world.C．When shopping, we should behave ethically.D．We should shop the products with the Fairtrade qualification.2．What can we do to protect the environment?A．Turn down the green energy provider.B．Reduce the amount of killing wildlife.C．Shop organic products as much as possible.D．Value the importance of pesticide in farming.3．It is good for body and soul if ________.A．we market cosmetics to children irresponsiblyB．we only focus on the brands when we shopC．we usually buy high sugar and salt productsD．we shop in a morally correct and acceptable wayAnyanna Philipps is no ordinary teacher. She’s an admired kindergarten educator for whom teaching is a mission. She believes that self-respect and strong relationships are the real building blocks of educational development and the path to self-actualization in life. And Philipps, known as Cool Miss P, continues to win hearts on social media, as well as in the classroom, with millions of views on TikTok and Instagram.Philipps, from Georgia, in the US, is on a mission to put self-respect into the little ones she works with. She has hung a mirror on her classroom door so the children can practice daily “mirror affirmations (肯定)” as she enthusiastically encourages them to “be the best that you can be”.Since she was young, Philipps was told by people around her that her love for children would make her a great teacher one day. She was also inspired by several of her own teachers. Then a serious accident last year made her feel grateful for living and encouraged her to bring joy into her classroom. She tries to make sure that her students are happy by putting her heart into developing the teacher-student relationship.Philipps shares one of her Instagram posts: “I am sticking to my purpose. I am a teacher, working to impact, inspire, and elevate all of these precious little lives. For young kids, positive affirmations can help make them feel capable of doing more ‘big kid’ things. They can also help increase kids’ self-respect and make them more resilient (有承受力) to bullying and other negative life situations.”Cool Miss P puts this idea into action each and every school day to inspire all her young students. So it’s not surprising that so many people viewing her posts leave comments saying that the world needs more teachers like her.4．Why does Philipps hang a mirror on her classroom door?A．To raise students’ confidence.B．To decorate the classroom.C．To light the classroom.D．To check students’ appearance. 5．What did Philipps decide to do after the accident?A．Ask previous teachers for advice.B．Strengthen connection with students.C．Carry out teaching outside the classroom.D．Attract people’s attention to early education.6．What is the impact of her positive affirmations for children?A．They will be in an easier situation.B．They will submit to bullying on campus.C．They can deal with challenges positively.D．They will feel less hesitant to ask for help.7．What is people’s attitude towards Philipps’s practice in teaching?A．Approving.B．Indifferent.C．Unclear.D．Doubtful.Getting rid of old tyres has long been a problem. Every year more than a billion reach the end of the road. Until recently, most were thrown into landfills or piled up in storage yards. Tougher environmental laws mean many countries now insist tyres are recycled.Some firms, therefore, have begun exploring a great idea. Since tyres are mostly made from hydrocarbons, it should be possible in principle to turn old tyres into low-carbon fuel which can be used to run the vehicles they came from. One of the most ambitious firms pursuing the idea is Wastefront, which is based in Oslo, in Norway. Later this year the company will start building a giant tyre-recycling plant. In a couple of years, when the plant is fully operational, it will be able to turn 8m old tyres into new products, including some 25,000 tons of a black liquid called tyre derived oil (TDO).The process works by deconstructing (解构) a tyre into three main parts. One is steel, which is used to brace the structure of a tyre. The second is carbon black, a powdery carbon used to improve the durability of the tyre. The third is rubber.In order to do the deconstructing, the tyres are first shredded and the steel bracing removed. The remaining material then goes through a process called pyrolysis (热解). This involves exposing a material to high temperatures in the absence of air. That causes the rubber to turn into a mix of hydrocarbon gases, which are drawn off. What is left behind is pure carbon black. Once the drawn-off gas has cooled down, a part of it changes into TDO.The remaining gases, which include methane, are funneled back around to be burned, fuelling the reactor.The overall output of the process by weight is 40% TDO, 30% carbon black, 20% steel and 10% gas. The recovered TDO is similar to crude oil fresh from the ground. The carbon black can be re-used to make new tyres, which is of interest to tyre-makers. This, says Vianney Vales, Wastefront’s boss, creates a closed-loop system that prevents emissions. 8．What can we learn about old tyres from the first paragraph?A．A billion of them are on the road.B．Throwing them into landfills is easy.C．How to handle them is challenging.D．Environmental laws insist tyres be piled up.9．Why will Wastefront start building a giant tyre-recycling plant?A．To get hydrocarbons B．To explore a great idea.C．To produce new tyres.D．To turn old tyres into fuel.10．What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Vianney Valès?A．To show his ambition.B．To show the success of the idea.C．To stress the output of deconstructing.D．To compare different output of deconstructing.11．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A．Recycling tyres: Fuel from your wheelsB．One Common Energy Recovery MethodC．How to deconstruct old tyres reasonablyD．An alternative, pleasingly realistic ideaThe term “digital equity (公平)” has been talked about for several years, but school closures during the COVID-19 epidemic have brought increased attention to the issue. However, while much focus has been on improving access to technology for students, an areachildren’s schools.Research shows that students with engaged families earn higher grades, adapt more quickly, have better behavior and social skills. Parents who know what is happening in theclassroom are better equipped to help their children succeed and can combine learning at home with learning at school. That’s why equitable communication with parents needs to be part of a district’s overall equity goals.Equitable parent communication requires schools to meet parents where they are, especially considering that nearly 1 in 4 US homes live with no Internet access. Parents who do not have smart phones or personal computers should have the same access to their children’s teachers as parents with the latest technology.Often districts use communication platforms that require parents to log into a website, choose a messaging service, or download software. Each of these obstacles restricts communication pathways for parents who do not have access to the required technology. Districts should consider platforms that enable parents to receive phone calls to fixed-line telephones and SMS messages to standard cellphones.In addition, platforms that focus on “blast” and “mass” types of messaging are sufficient for distributing information related to an entire classroom or school but miss the mark on developing meaningful relationships with individual parents and creating real engaging opportunities. Districts should opt to use tools that create digital equity for parents and create an environment where meaningful conversations can take place.To conclude, good school-home relationships are a crucial factor in children’s education. Positive school-home relationships must get supported as equitable communication is the pathway to engaging all parents in helping students achieve more success.12．What does the underlined word “neglected” in Paragraph 1 mean?A．Mentioned.B．Ignored.C．Explored.D．Stressed. 13．What is the result of the research in Paragraph 2?A．Students can adapt to school life easily.B．Students can deal with challenges on their own.C．Parents’ habits significantly affect their children.D．Parents’ involvement in children’s schooling is rewarding.14．What should districts do to promote positive school-home relationships?A．Make environment more friendlyB．Provide free cellphones for parents.C．Popularize communication websitesD．Find ways to provide equitable communication.15．What is the main idea of the text?A．Digital equity can help students succeed.B．Parents should value communication platforms.C．School-home relationships are important in children’s education.D．Meaningful conversations will benefit children’s education greatly.二、七选五Breaking the Habit of People-PleasingIf you feel like you may be a people-pleaser, you’re not alone. Most people have a growing desire for pleasing others. 16 It can also result in weak boundaries, problems with decision-making, and low self-worth. For that reason, it’s important to recognize and overcome your own people-pleasing behaviors. Here are simple exercises that you can start working on today.1. Practice being alone17 Trust that people will not abandon you, even if you don’t drop everything for them. Believe you are lovable for who you are, not what you do. Practice this by going to a movie or restaurant alone.2. Keep plans with yourself18 Otherwise, you are sending a message to your brain that a plan you make with yourself does not hold as much value as a plan you make with someone else. Don’t break any plans you make with yourself, whether it’s going to the gym or studying for an exam.3. Practice saying “no”If you’re a people-pleaser you may find it hard to say “no” because you feel it comes across as cruel or uncaring. 19 Be clear, be direct, and use “I” statements. Try statements like: “I would really love to be able to help you, but unfortunately, I’m already committed at that time.”By consistently integrating these strategies into your life, I’m confident you’ll break your people-pleasing habits. 20 This will yield an overall improvement in self-confidence and life satisfaction.A．So it is not necessary to say no.B．But it absolutely does not have to.C．Learn to love your own company.D．You’ll develop more healthy, interdependent relationships.E．You are not confident about the plans you make with yourself.F．Your own plans are as important as plans you make with others.G．People-pleasing behavior can lead to mental and physical problems.三、完形填空Born in 1997 in a small town, not far from the capital, Kingston, Khadija Shaw was the27．A．reward B．waste C．lack D．touch 28．A．carried on B．cheered for C．dreamed of D．gave up 29．A．bank B．field C．factory D．shop 30．A．quarreling B．guaranteeing C．negotiating D．arguing 31．A．selected B．encouraged C．refused D．examined 32．A．reminded B．warned C．convinced D．promised 33．A．became B．managed C．established D．made 34．A．scholarship B．certificate C．course D．qualification 35．A．proceed B．graduate C．benefit D．exchange四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

山东省名校考试联盟2023-2024学年高三上学期12月阶段性检测英语试题一、听力选择题1．What is the man complaining about?A．The food.B．The project C．The noise.2．How much change should the man get?A．$5.B．$7.C．$8.3．How do the speakers feel now?A．Surprised.B．Happy,C．Annoyed.4．Where will the woman probably go first?A．The city library.B．The grocery storeC．The lawyer's office.5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?A．Jane's holiday.B．Iane's cousins.C．Jane's travel plan.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6．Where does the woman come from?A．Yorkshire.B．Boston.C．Seattle.7．What does the woman like about Spain?A．Having a long lunch.B．Sitting close to people.C．Taking a midday nap.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8．What will the man do this afternoon?A．Write a report.B．Attend a meeting.C．Organize a gathering.9．Why is the man unable to ensure his arrival time?A．He has to pick up Mr.Brown.B．He has to get his car repaired.C．He has to deliver packages.10．What does Jenny suggest the man do?A．Give Henry a call.B．Skip the gathering.C．Take public transport.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

2023-2024学年山东省烟台市高一上学期期中考试英语试题Sweden is home to some of the most impressive Northern European scenery, adventure-filled activities and is a perfect place for nature-lovers. This 4-day trip takes you to the Ice Hotel in Jukkasjarvi in Sweden.Day 1 Arrival in KirunaOn arrival at Kiruna Airport, you can catch the express train to the Ice Hotel, located by the Torne River. You can stay in a cold or a warm room and visit the ice bar (冰吧) created from snow and ice. You will have the option to go to a wilderness camp in the evening for a delicious dinner.Day 2 Fishing Tour and Northern Lights Photography.You can take a three-hour fishing tour in the Torne River. In the evening, you can go on a northern lights photography activity by the riverside. Sweden is definitely one of the best places to see the northern lights from September to April of the following year. At night, you’ll stay in a cold room in the Ice Hotel and sleep in a warm sleeping bag with animal skins.Day 3 River Rafting (漂流) and Ice SculptingAfter breakfast, you’ll further enjoy the Arctic summer by going on a rafting adventure in the Tome River. Children can have an ice-sculpting class at a low price and learn how to shape ice blocks and all the ice-sculpting tools are provided on site. It should be registered (报名) beforehand.Day 4 Say Goodbye to SwedenAfter breakfast at your hotel, a private driver will drive you to the airport, marking the end of your trip.1. How are the tourists advised to get to the Ice Hotel after landing?A．By rail. B．By road. C．By air. D．By water.2. When is a suitable time to enjoy the northern lights in Sweden?A．June. B．July. C．August. D．October.3. What can we know about the ice-sculpting class?A．It has classes for all ages. B．It offers courses for free.C．Tourists must carry their own tools. D．Tourists should sign up for it in advance.In the third grade, ten-year-old Jane read a book about poaching (偷猎) the endangered tigers and cutting down forests at will. She told her friend Holt about it and she really wanted to help save the tigers.Despite being in elementary school, the two girls have organized fundraisers(资金筹集).During their first year, the girls raised $1,500 to save tigers. “W e went to a zoo and asked if we could help and it became this huge fun thing. We never expected it to get so big,” the girls said.When Jane and Holt pitched their ideas in the zoo to ask for funds, their table was packed with zoo guests all afternoon. Thi s year’s goal is $2,500. Whatever they raise will be matched by the Zoological Society and all be donated(捐赠) to the Tiger Protection Fund.On top of helping the animal, the girls would also be excited about their names to be proudly posted at the zoo’s entrance on a sign with other donors. “If we get our names on it, it’s going to feel like being famous, and it’s going to be like a dream come true for us,” Jane said. They said they were close to their goal and the zoo couldn’t be happier.“Their awareness of what’s happening to tigers and their wanting to educate people on what’s happening to tigers are unbelievable,” Kassner, an animal expert, said. “Three kinds of tigers have already died out and the remaining six are all endangered. The ‘Tiger Girls’ are bringing a big and positive effect and won’t be stopping anytime soon.”“I’m so happy that we’ve come this far. We can do this now though we’re only fifth graders and just imagine what we can do in the future,” Holt said.4. What led Jane to have the idea of saving tigers?A．The support of her school. B．Her teacher’s encouragement.C．The suggestion from her friend. D．Her personal reading experience.5. What does the underlined word “pitched” in paragraph 3 mean?A．Investigated. B．Accepted. C．Publicized. D．Considered.6. What does Kassner think about the two girls?A．They have made a great difference.B．They succeed in stopping people poaching.C．They enable people to focus on school education.D．They realized the dream of becoming well-known.7. Which of the following can best describe the two girls?A．Proud and traditional. B．Creative and confident.C．Serious and humorous. D．Courageous and curious.It’s often said that we human beings can dream in a foreign language. Could dreaming in a foreig n language improve our memory? Does dreaming in a foreign language mean we are making progress in learning that language?Before we look at multilingual (多语言) dreams, first we need to look at sleep. The connection between sleep and language can be applied to how we learn any language, including our native language. Even adults still learn about one new word every two days in their first language. But, if we are going to remember that new word better, what matters is that we need to connect it with what we h ave learned. And in order to do that, we “need to have some sleep”, says Gareth Gaskell, a professor at the University of York.It’s during sleep that the integration (整合) of old and new knowledge happens. At might, one part of our brain — the hippocampus — takes whatever new information it receives during the day and passes it on to other parts of the brain to be stored. The role that dreams play in this night-time learning process is still being studied, but “it’s entirely possible that during multilingua l dreams, the brain is trying to connect the two languages”, says Marc, a researcher at a university in Bern, Switzerland.So having multilingual dreams could mean that our brain is trying to remember a new word or phrase. However, it could also have an emotional (情感) significance. Danuta, a professor of psycholinguistics at the University of Silesia in Poland, suggests that multilingual dreams can express “fears or wishes” around learning a foreign language, including the wish to be a local speaker or to be accepted within a certain community.We clearly still have a lot to learn about multilingual dreams, but one thing seems certain: if you’re trying to learn a new language, you can sleep on it.8. Why does the author mention questions in paragraph 1?A．To compare different ideas. B．To introduce the main topic.C．To present different types of dreams. D．To discuss the human language ability.9. What is the key element in memorizing a new word according to the text?A．The other new words. B．The native language.C．The gained knowledge. D．The speaking practice.10. What can we learn about multilingual dreams?A．They may influence people’s sleep quality. B．They can reflect language-learning feelings.C．They are the best option to learn a language. D．They help to clear up the useless information.11. Where is the text most likely from?A．A novel. B．A diary. C．A guidebook. D．A magazine. People who have trouble walking or moving around often have a hard time enjoying the beach. But hundreds of beaches in Greece now offer a new solution called Seatrac, which allows people in wheelchairs to get into the water on their own.Seatrac is basically a chair on a moving walkway that can smoothly carry a disabled person into the sea. Once in the sea, the person can either remain in the chair, enjoying the water; or go for a swim. The chair can be controlled from a long distance. When the person is ready to get out of the water, the Seatrac system (系统) brings the chair back to the top of the walkway.Seatrac was invented and developed in Greece. The idea for it came when one of the inventors, Fotiou, was talking with a friend who used a wheelchair. The friend expressed his enjoyment of the sea but disliked being carried into the ocean like “a bag of potatoes”. Fotiou r ealized there must be away to make it easier for wheelchair users to get into the water. He worked with his partners to design the system, finally forming a company called TOBEA to build and sell the system.TOBEA works on making the system simple to put in place and easy to control. A wooden walkway allows wheelchair users to reach Seatrac. The system is solar-powered (太阳能) and can continue to run even if the electricity goes out. The Seatrac system can be easily packed up and stored when the swimming season ends.Greece has decided to open 287 beaches for people with disabilities. 140 beaches have set up the system and the remaining 147 will build the system in the future. The new Seatrac service is being provided for free to help attract more tourists to the country. TOBEA will offer a website showing where beaches with the special service can be found. Thanks to Seatrac, more and more people who use wheelchairs will have the chance to cool down with a swim in the sea.12. What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about?A．Why Seatrac is well received. B．How Seatrac works.C．Why Seatrac needs hand control. D．How Seatrac is developed.13. What can we know about the Seatrac system?A．It’s expensive to use.B．It can be used all year round.C．It’s environmentally friendly. D．It requires a large storage space.14. What do the numbers in the last paragraph show?A．The new service is promising. B．The system is highly praised by the old.C．The government has made much money. D．The practice is being copied around theworld.15. What can be the best title for the text?A．Fotiou: An Inventor Helping the DisabledB．Seatrac: Helping Wheelchair Users Enjoy the Sea.C．TOBEA Is a Famous Factory Producing WheelchairsD．Greece Has Built Moving Walkways for the DisabledAre you trying to figure out if you’re a successful teen? Or maybe you want to know how you can improve. Now here are some ways to be a successful teenager.Having a daily routine (惯例) is important to stand out. 16 Besides, developing a routine that works for you has proved helpful in reducing stress. By following a routine, you’ll notice how productive you are. Eventually, this leads to getting more things done and that’s the first step towards your success.17 However, your social skills can help you gain the respect that most teens feel amazing. Practice the basic social skills such as communicating, listening, understanding others, etc, which can be veryimportant. During my early teenage years, I used to see kindness as a weakness. But I was wrong! If you practice being nice to others, people will really start to respect you and your life will change for the better.Learning in class doesn’t mean it has to stop there! Successful teenagers will take their free time and put it towards expanding (拓宽) their minds. 18 Learn about new topics when you are at home, or join clubs that teach you new skills. This way, you’ll make better use of your time and continue to grow even outside the classroom.As a saying goes, “Tell me who your friends are and I will tell you who you are.”It means that you are a sum(总和) of the people you surround yourself with. If you’re hanging around with negative individuals, chances are you’ll become a negative person. 19I hope these tips have shown you how to be a successful teenager. If you have already followed some of these, well done! 20 If you haven’t started any of these, that’s okay! This, is your push to finally get started.Everyone has problems they face and some have more than others. However, those situations can feel like a never-ending _______ . Most people do not openly _______ their problems with others. So no one can be entirely sure what someone else is _______ fighting.For someone having a difficult period in life, unexpected _______ can make all the difference. Stephanie Peach did just that for 65-year-old Dennis Raiten, a store worker in Monroe. Described as “friendly, helpful and hardworking”, Dennis was _______ by both his coworkers and customers. A short time ago, Stephanie, a customer, had an enjoyable encounter with him. Although they hadn’t known each other long, the two formed a(n) _______ friendship. When Stephanie_______ that Dennis had gone without heat and hot water for about 15months, she took _______ at once.Stephanie _______ a GoFundMe site for Dennis. She was hoping to ________ enough money to buy Dennis a new boiler(锅炉). A month later, the new boiler was ________ to Dennis. He was________ by Stephanie. The gift warmed not only his home but also his heart.After the boiler, Stephanie provided Dennis with more help. In a follow-up post, Stephanie wrote, “Dennis’ bathroom needs a lot more things than we ________ . Let’s continue to do our best!”The story can be a ________ for us to be kind because even a small act can help others ________ the difficult situations.21.A．mistake B．choice C．opportunity D．struggle22.A．imagine B．recall C．share D．compare23.A．easily B．secretly C．carefully D．directly24.A．kindness B．politeness C．honesty D．bravery25.A．encouraged B．comforted C．respected D．introduced 26.A．fast B．ordinary C．odd D．short27.A．explained B．promised C．decided D．learned28.A．notice B．courage C．action D．time29.A．believed B．created C．supported D．checked30.A．count B．lend C．change D．collect31.A．returned B．reported C．delivered D．sold32.A．understood B．touched C．accepted D．excused33.A．proved B．mentioned C．acquired D．expected 34.A．question B．reminder C．discussion D．comment35.A．get through B．break down C．look back upon D．hold on to阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。