2020届临沂市罗庄区第一中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及答案

2020届临沂市罗庄区第一中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及答案

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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

A

Some colleges have started offering their own gap year programs to support students who want to take a

year off in a meaningful way. Below, we’ll look at four of these programs.

American University Gap Program

When to apply: By July 15 or November 15

Is there funding available? No.

In American University Gap Program, students spend three days per week with a government or business

organization in the city. Students go on field trips, listen to guest speakers, take part in hands-on lessons and work

on service projects as a group. Students who complete the program can earn seven credits.

Duke University Gap Year Program

When to apply: By early May of each year

Is there funding available? Yes, $5,000 to $15,000.

Though Duke University has no course of study or experience for its gap year program, it encourages students

to have an independent plan for their year off, particularly one that promotes personal growth. Independent

experiences may include community service, personalized experiential learning opportunities and others.

Florida State University Gap Year

When to apply: By February 24

Is there funding available? Yes, up to $5,000.

Florida State University offers gap year funding to students wishing to work or volunteer before starting

college. In order to get the momey, students must explain their plans for their gap year. The experience must last

over one year.

St Norbert College Bridge Year Experience

When to apply: not specified

Is there funding available? Not specified.

Students taking part in the Bridge Year Experience can travel to locations such as New Mexico, Wisconsin and

Guatemala during the fall term, where they learn about the local cultures, take courses and get service opportunities.

1.What does Duke University advise students to do during their gap year?

A.Focus on their personal growth. B.Be independent of their parents.

C.Apply before the end of November. D.Contact some off-campus organization.

2.How can students get gap year funding from Florida State University?

A.By having extra credits. B.By organizing several projects.

C.By showing their gap plans. D.By doing volunteer work.

3.If you are interested in travelling, you can choose ________.

A.Florida State University Gap Year

B.American University Gap Program

C.Duke University Gap Year Program

D.St. Norbert College Bridge Year Experience

B

First grader Gavin Clampett was diagnosed(诊断) with Tourette’s Syndrome at the age of five. Due to the

neurological(神经的) disorder, he always experiences a variety of sudden uncontrolled movements and sounds.

The uncontrollable actions mean that he often gets dirty looks from strangers in public and kids make cruel

comments on the school bus and in class. In an effort to prevent the unkind comments, Gavin’s mother,

32­year­old Rebecca Clampett helped him make a video with his sister Brynn, nine, and played it to pupils at his

school to help them understand the condition.

In the video, which Rebecca also shared on YouTube, Gavin’s sister Brynn starts by answering the question

“What is Tourette’s Syndrome?” She explains, “It is a neurological disorder, which means it affects the brain so that

a person makes unwanted movements. These are called tics(抽搐), but not like a tic that is found outside. These

tics can be very noticeable or not very noticeable, quiet or loud.”

School can be hard for all kids. That canbe even harder for children like Gavin because they have to face

people who laugh at them every single day. “I feel like my brother and every other kid who has Tourette’s

Syndrome are brave. So be kind to them and don’t treat them differently because they are just like you”, Brynn

says in the video.

Gavin concludes, “Everyone could play with someone. Some people think I can’t because I’m different but

actually I can. Some are afraid that I will say dirty words, but actually I won’t. The disease bothers me a little, but

I’m OK.” 4. What can we know about Tourette’s Syndrome?

A. It can be treated with drugs.

B. It is usually found at an early age.

C. People with it will say dirty words.

D. People with it can make uncontrolled sounds.

5. Because of the disease, others often _________.

A. take pity on Gavin B. give a hand to Gavin

C. keep away from Gavin D. look down upon Gavin

6. In the video, Gavin’s sister __________.

A. explains her brother’s disease

B. expresses her love for her brother

C. complains about unkind comments

D. encourages others to donate money