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【关键字】学校2017年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试仿真卷英语(十)第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力(共两节,满分30 分)略第二部分阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题:每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A(2017年广州市普通高中毕业班模拟考试)Passenger Information Carry-on Bag RulesWhen travelling on China Southern planes, we ask our customers to follow our simple bag rules.---Each passenger is allowed to bring one bag onto the plane.---Weight limit: Each carry-on bag may weigh up to 10 kilos.---Size limit: Each carry-on bag can be up to 110cm long, 60cm high and 30cm wide.---Additional bags and oversized/overweight bags may be allowed on the plane if there is enough room. There will be a fee for such bags (see the table below). Please note that if your bag breaks more than one rule then you must pay a fee for each rule broken.Safety RulesFor the safety of our passengers, the following items must not be taken onto the plane:---Bottles containing gas (e.g. cigarette lighter)---Bottles containing any cream, oil or other liquid that are over 100ml.Note:If you have any liquid medicines over 100ml that you must use during your flight, please contact our customer service manager on to make arrangements at least 24 hours before your departure. You will need to have a doctor’s letter explaining why you need the medicine.Bag Fees*No bag over 15 kilos will be allowed on the plane. **No bag over 150cm long or 80cm high may be taken on the plane. Passengers must put such bags in the plane’s storage.21. What is not allowed to be taken onto the plane by a passenger?A. A gas bottle.B. Medical equipment.C. A 100ml bottle of cream.D. A bag that is 120cm long.22. When must a passenger speak with the manager about taking over 100ml of liquid medicine onto their flight?A. After they get on the plane.B. Six hours before their flight.C. When they arrive at the airport.D. At least one day before their flight.23. How much will a passenger pay for a carry-on bag that is 110cm*50cm*25cm in size and weighs 13 kilos?A. 250yuanB. 300yuanC. 550yuanD. 850yuanB(广东顺德2017届六校联考)Bastian Balthazar Bux is a shy and bookish boy around 12 years old. He is neglected by his father because his father is still mourning the death of his mother who died of an unspecified illness. His school life does not go off smoothly. He is often picked on by some good-for-nothing kids, which leads him to play truant a lot.It doesn’t sound like a fantasy story so far, does it? Fantasy is supposed to take us away from the unpleasantness of life, not to rub our noses in it. But it is just where the fantasy begins. One day, running away from bullies at school, Bastian hides in a bookstore. There he finds a book which appeals to him, and he steals it and takes it home. Bastian becomes fascinated with the book. It drags him in, just as we are dragged into fantasy books. The book he reads is called The Neverending Story.The story spellbinds Bastian. It tells of a land called Fantastic. Fantastica is sick, and the person most sick is its ruler, the Child-like Empress. The reason for the sickness is a kind of war that is being waged on Fantastica by a force called Nothing. The Empress asks a boy, Atreyu, to help her battle Nothing before it conquers Fantastica. But what of Bastian, sitting hidden away, reading the story from his stolen book? He becomes part of the tale himself. The Empress gives Bastian a vital job to join forces with Atreyu in the struggle against Nothing.But even though Bastian has now entered the pages of a fantasy fiction book, he has brought his troubles with him. He has problems dealing with the challenges brought by his new life. When the Child-like Empress gives him use of a magic gem called Auryn he abuses it for self-interested ends. To find his True Self he has to learn how. Only that way can he help the Empress, Atreyu and Fantastica and make his way back into the real world from the place he came.Like Bastian, we sometimes have our troubles. Also like Bastian, we can find ways to solve them with enough commitment. In the The Neverending Story, young readers can find a wonderful fantasy that also offers a positive message about their own world.24. What can we infer from the first paragraph?A. The boy gets hooked on science fiction books.B. The boy’s father is doing a bad job in raising him.C. The boy’s father has a happy marriage.D. The boy gains popularity at school.25. How does Bastian enter the land of Fantastica?A. Bullies at school force him to seek courage in this place.B. He skips school and arrives at the place accidentally.C. He becomes absorbed in the book after stealing it from a bookshop.D. His father cannot afford to raise him so he abandons him in this place.26. Which of the following is TRUE of The Neverending Story?A. The Empress asks Auryn and Bastian to help her fight the war.B. The Child-like Empress starts a war against the force Nothing.C. Bastian does not do all that he can to save Fantastica when given the magic gem.D. Bastian gets away from the trouble and problems of the real world in Fantastica.27. What is the best positive message readers can learn from the book?A. Tomorrow is another day.B. We can do whatever it takes to bring down our enemies.C. Fantasy worlds breed truth.D. We can solve our problems as long as we make enough efforts.C(江西临川二中等重点中学2017届一次联考)China is fully prepared to export a full supply chain of high-speed railway technology, according to industry experts.China Railway Corp, the national rail operator, said exports of railway equipment and railway construction projects are proceeding well, and breakthroughs are being made in a number of projects overseas.Among the projects, the first full-chain commission, the Jakarta to Bandung high-speed railway in Indonesia, which includes technology, design, construction, equipment manufacture, supply of resources, operations management and staff training, has been granted a construction permit and work is proceeding smoothly.“China's railways have established a comprehensive and advanced technology system, which is able to provide overseas customers with solutions from many different perspectives, including financing, construction, operations, and research and development,” s aid Yang Zhongmin, the CRC's deputy chief engineer, who added that China's railway system is competitive in terms of technology and economy of use.According to Yang, the nation's railway equipment and infrastructure (基础设施) service businesses have entered markets in Asia, Europe, North America and Africa.Last year, Joko Widodo, president of Indonesia, and Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, rode Chinese-made bullet trains.Yang Hao, a professor of rail transportation management at Beijing Jiaotong University, said China has a major advantage in that it is able to export a full range of railway technology: “Forexample, it is inconvenient to import the technology for the signaling system from one country and civil engineering technology from another.”28. Which of the following may be the best title of the passage?A. China will help some countries build high speed rails.B. High speed rail technology has become China’s new international business card.C. China has established an advanced railway system.D. China has become the strongest in high speed rail in the world.29. The underlined word “proceeding” in the 2nd paragraph can be replaced by_________.A. advocatingB. preparedC. completedD. progressing30. Which of the following is NOT included in China’s solutions for overseas customers?A. construction.B. research and development.C. marketing.D. operation.31. What is the main advantage of China’s railway system?A. It can export a full range of railway technology.B. It can export the technology for the signaling system.C. It can export civil engineering technology.D. It can provide financial help for other countries.DIf Kate McWilliams got a penny every time someone asked how old she was she would be on to a good thing.Easyjet says the 26-year-old is its youngest ever commercial female airline captain.She flies to around 100 destinations across the world and says most people “are pleasantly surprised and impressed” when she tells them her age.But Kate isn't the youngest ever female captain. Ronan Milne got in touch with Newsbeat to say his colleague Dawn Hunter was made a captain aged 24 at Loganair.Sarah Hendry is also 24 and a captain with the same company.Kate began flying in the air cadets(见习生) when she was 13 years old, but admitted to the Press Association that she never thought she could become a commercial pilot. However, following aviation training in Southampton, she joined easyJet as a co-pilot in May 2011.This August she took up the rank of c aptain after passing the airline’s command course.“Personally I don’t think my age matters,” she said. “I’ve been through the same training and passed the same command course as every other captain so I’ve proven myself capable regardless of my age.”Kate is originally from Carlisle, but now lives in Surrey so she can be near to Gatwick Airport. From there she flies Airbus A319 and A32 planes to locations across the world, including Iceland, Israel and Morocco.“I rarely fly to the same place twice in the same month,” she said. “That keeps things interesting.”Around 5% of commercial pilots are women. Last year easyJet announced a plan to increase its number of female entrants to 12%.Julie Westhorp, chairwoman of the British Women Pilots’ Association (BWPA), hopes Kate will inspire more women to think about working in aviation. She says: “Both the BWPA and easyJet are aware of the importance of visible role models for girls and young women when making career choices and continue to work together to encourage young women to consider a pilot career.”32. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. More women will take up a pilot career, inspired by Kate.B. Kate has flown to around 100 destinations across the Europe.C. Most people like the female pilot at such a young age.D. There are more training and courses for the female pilot.33. Which of the following is the correct order, according to the passage?a. Kate became a co-pilot of EasyJet.b. A plan to increase its number of female employees was made by EasyJet.c. Kate began her flying work.d. Kate became the captain in EasyJet.A. cbadB. acbdC. cabdD. abcd34. What can be inferred from the passage?A. Kate has dreamt of being a pilot since she was a little girl.B. Kate made a move so that she could be closer to the airport.C. Kate likes experiencing something different.D. Kate has been the youngest ever female captain.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?A. Kate Mc Williams-An amazing female pilotB. Meet Easy Jet's youngest female airline captainC. Ages don’t matterD. An experienced captain第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10 分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
17年全国二卷英语作文17 Years of National Exam English EssaysThe National Exam is a crucial milestone in the academic journey of students in our country. For many, it represents the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and the pursuit of knowledge. The English language component of this exam holds a special significance, as it not only tests the students' proficiency in the language but also their ability to articulate their thoughts, opinions, and experiences in a coherent and compelling manner.Over the past 17 years, the National Exam English essays have evolved, reflecting the changing educational landscape and the ever-increasing demands placed on our youth. These essays have become a window into the minds of our young scholars, offering a glimpse into their perspectives, their dreams, and their aspirations.One of the most striking aspects of these essays is the diversity of topics that have been explored. From the challenges of balancing academic and extracurricular pursuits to the role of technology in shaping our future, the essays have tackled a wide range of subjects with thoughtfulness and nuance. Each year, the prompts havepushed students to delve deeper, to think more critically, and to articulate their ideas with greater clarity and precision.As we look back on the past 17 years of National Exam English essays, we can't help but be impressed by the level of insight and maturity displayed by our young writers. They have grappled with complex issues, navigated the complexities of the English language, and crafted narratives that are both compelling and thought-provoking.One particularly memorable essay from the 2010 exam explored the theme of environmental conservation. The student, drawing upon their own experiences and observations, crafted a powerful argument for the urgent need to protect our planet's fragile ecosystems. With vivid descriptions and a keen understanding of the scientific principles at play, the essay challenged readers to consider their own role in preserving the natural world for future generations.Another standout essay from the 2015 exam tackled the issue of social media and its impact on interpersonal relationships. The student deftly navigated the nuances of this complex topic, highlighting both the benefits and the potential pitfalls of our increasingly digital world. With a keen eye for detail and a nuanced understanding of human behavior, the essay offered a thought-provoking perspective on the ways in which technology is shapingour social interactions.In the 2020 exam, a student's essay on the importance of lifelong learning struck a chord with readers. Drawing upon personal experiences and a deep understanding of the changing nature of the job market, the essay made a compelling case for the need to embrace continuous learning and adaptability in an ever-evolving world. The student's eloquence and insightful analysis left a lasting impression, underscoring the power of the written word to inspire and challenge.As we look to the future, it is clear that the National Exam English essays will continue to play a vital role in shaping the educational landscape of our country. These essays serve as a testament to the intellectual rigor and creative potential of our young scholars, and they offer a glimpse into the minds of the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.In conclusion, the 17 years of National Exam English essays have been a remarkable journey, one that has challenged and inspired generations of students. These essays have not only showcased the academic prowess of our young writers but have also provided a window into the hopes, dreams, and concerns of our nation's future. As we look ahead, we can't help but be excited to see what the next17 years will bring, as our students continue to push the boundaries of what is possible through the power of the written word.。
第十七届全国作文大赛英语The 17th National Composition Contest。
The 17th National Composition Contest was held in Beijing on October 1st, 2021. Students from all over the country participated in this event. The theme of thisyear's contest was "The Power of Dreams".In the opening ceremony, the organizers emphasized the importance of dreams in our lives. They said that dreams are not just a figment of our imagination, but they have the power to motivate us, to inspire us, and to guide us towards our goals.The contestants were given two hours to write an essay on the given topic. They were allowed to choose their own approach to the topic and express their own ideas. The essays were judged on the basis of creativity, originality, coherence, and language proficiency.The essays submitted by the contestants were truly inspiring. They showed the power of dreams in different aspects of life. Some essays focused on the power of dreams in achieving personal goals, while others highlighted the role of dreams in social and environmental issues.One of the essays that stood out was written by a student from Guangdong province. In her essay, she talked about her dream of becoming a doctor and how it wasinspired by her grandfather who had passed away due to lack of medical care. She emphasized the importance of healthcare in rural areas and how she wanted to contribute to the betterment of society by pursuing her dream.Another essay that caught the attention of the judges was written by a student from Sichuan province. In his essay, he talked about his dream of becoming an environmentalist and how it was inspired by the pollution he witnessed in his hometown. He emphasized the need for sustainable development and how he wanted to contribute to the protection of the environment by pursuing his dream.In the end, the judges announced the winners of the contest. The first prize was awarded to the student from Guangdong province, while the second and third prizes were awarded to students from Yunnan and Shandong provinces respectively. The winners received certificates, trophies, and cash prizes.The 17th National Composition Contest was a great success. It not only provided a platform for students to showcase their writing skills but also highlighted the importance of dreams in our lives. It showed that dreams have the power to change our lives and the world around us.。
2021届温州市第十七中学高三英语上学期期末试卷及答案第一部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AIn his 402nd anniversary year, Shakespeare is still rightly celebrated as a great language master and writer. But he was not the only great master of play writing to die in 1616, and he is certainly not the only writer to have left a lasting influence on theater.While less known worldwide, Tang Xianzu is considered one of Chinas greatest playwrights and is highly spoken of in that country of ancient literary and dramatic traditions.Tang was born in 1550 inLinchuan,Jiangxiprovince. Unlike Shakespeare's large body of plays,poems and sonnets (十四行诗), Tang wrote only four major plays: The Purple Hairpin, Peony Pavilion (《牡丹亭》), A Dream under the Southern bough, and Dream of Handan. The latter three were constructed around a dream narrative, a way through which Tang unlocked the emotional dimension of human desires and ambitions and explored human nature beyond the social and political limits of that time.Similar to Shakespeare, Tang's success rode the wave of a renaissance (复兴) in theater as an artistic practice. As in Shakespeare'sEngland, Tang's works became hugely popular inChinatoo. During Tang'sChina, his plays were enjoyed performed, and changed. Kunqu Opera, a form of musical drama, spread from southernChinato the whole nation and became a symbol of Chinese culture. Combining northern tune and southern music, kunqu Opera was known for its poetic language, music, dance movements and gestures. Tang's works benefited greatly from the popularity of kunqu Opera, and his plays are considered classics of kunqu Opera.While Tang and Shakespeare lived in a world away from each other, there are many things they share in common, such e humanity of their drama, their heroic figures, their love for poetic language, a lasting popularity and the anniversary during which we still celebrate them.1. Why is Shakespeare mentioned in the first paragraph?A. To describe Shakespeare's anniversary.B. To introduce the existence of Tang Xianzu.C. To explain the importance of Shakespeare.D. To suggest the less popularity of Tang Xianzu.2. What's possibly one of the main theme of Tang's works?A. Social reality.B. Female dreams.C. Human emotions.D. Political environment.3. What does the author mainly tell us in Paragraph 4?A. The influence of Kunqu Opera on Tang's works.B. Tang's success in copying Shakespeare's styles.C. The way Kunqu Opera became a symbol of Chinese culture.D. Tang's popularity for his poetic language and music.BJack was born without eyes. He was very lucky as he grew up having other kittens (young cats) to socialize (交往)with, and was used to people from the moment he was born. However, when it came time to find the kittens homes, no one knew where Jack would end up.That’s when I got an e-mail from my friend. All she asked was “Do you still want one of the kittens? There’s one here with no eyes and no one would like to take him”. Without thinking I told her that I did want the kitten.When we first brought him home, Jack stayed mostly in my room. After about a day he had noissues running around and climbing on everything. At times he gets lost in the house, he’ll stop. But we just call his name and talk to him and it isn’t long before he finds his way back to us.A few weeks after getting Jack, we got a new cat named Bear. Jack and Bear have become best friends. It doesn’t matter that he can’t see. He always knows when Bear is around. He’ll run across the yard straight to Bear and wrap his front legs around his neck in a big hug. They run after each other around and wrestle (摔跤). They’ll lie down in the grass together when tired.Jack is truly an inspiration. I’ve owned lots of kittens in my life, but Jack is the happiest and most playful. He doesn’t feel sorry for himself. He doesn’t need pity. I think Jean, owner of Gumbo, another eyeless cat, said it best when she told me that cats don’t have disabilities; they have adaptability.4. Why did Jack come to the author’s home?A. The author cared for an eyeless cat.B. The author didn’t mind whether he was blind.C. No other young cats kept him company.D. The author’s friend begged the author to take him home.5. Which of the following statements is TRUE?A. Jack often wrestles with Bear indoors.B. Jack likes to play with a new eyeless cat.C. Jack quickly adapts to the new environment.D. Jack is good at talking and playing with people.6. What does the underlined word “issue” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Trouble.B. Fun.C. Luck.D. Business.7. What does the passage mainly tell us?A. A cat has nine lives.B. All is well that ends well.C. God helps those who help themselves.D. A good beginning makes a good ending.CSurfing the Internet for fun will make you a better employee, according to an Australian study.The University of Melbourne study shows that people who use the Internet for their own reasons at work are about 9 percent more productive than those who do not. Study author Brent Coker said, “Surfing the Internet at times helps increase an employee's attention.”“People need to relax for a bit to get back their attention,” Coker said on the university's website. “Having a short break, such as a quick surfing of the Internet, helps the mind to rest itself, leading to a higher total Internet attention for a day's work, and as a result, increases productivity (生产效率),” he said.According to the study of 300 workers, 70 percent of people who use the Internet at work surf the Internet for their own reasons during office hours. Among the most popular surfing activities are searching for information about products, reading online news, playing online games and watching videos. “Firms spend a lot of money on software toblocktheir employees from watching videos, using social networking sites or shopping online,” said Coker. “That's not always a good idea.”However, Coker said the study looked at people who surfed the Internet in moderation (适度), or were on the Internet for less than 20 percent of their total time in the office. “Those who spend too much time surfing the Internet will have a lower productivity than those without.” he said.8. What does the University of Melbourne study mainlyshow?A. People who surf the Internet are good employees.B. Not everyone surfs the Internet for fun during office hours.C. The Internet is becoming more and more important in people's life.D. Surfing the Internet for fun at times during office hours increases productivity.9. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as one of the most popular surfing activities?A. Watching videos.B. Reading online news.C. Reading online novels.D. Playing online games.10. The underlined word “block” in Paragraph 4 means “________”.A. stopB. organizeC. protectD. separate11. What can we infer from the last paragraph?A. Those who never surf the Internet have the lowest productivity.B. Spending too much time surfing the Internet reduces productivity.C. Most people don't surf the Internet in moderation during office hours.D. People should spend as little time as possible surfing the Internet.DMy wife and I recently completed a day-long tour of the Great Wall with Jessie. In addition to being very knowledgeable about the history of theareas that we toured, she spoke excellent English and was able to answer all of our questions. Her driver was very experienced and polite, and we really enjoyed being able to have a customized tour that avoided the tourist traps and forced shopping that seem to be a part of the larger group tours.The attractions themselves were fantastic. I was a little worried that the snowy weather might impact our trip to the Great Wall, but everything went fine, and there weren’t many people out at all that day. I suggest wearing strong shoes—the Great Wall is really a hike. And in snowy or rainy days, the surfaces are pretty slippery (滑的)! Seeing this area in winter was really unique, and the snow made for great pictures. Jessie kept us entertained with stories and facts about the construction of the Wall, and always pointed out great spots for taking pictures. Even though she’s in fantastic shape, she cared about our level of fitness and often stopped to let us catch our breath.When we got back to our hotel, Jessie gave us a great recommendation for dinner and some tips for our planned stops the next day. If I find myself in Beijing in the future, I will certainly be contacting Jessie for more tour opportunities, and I’ve already recommended her to some friends who are visiting the area later in the year. I can’t say enough about how kind and knowledgeable she was, and she really gave us a great tour experience.12. What can we infer about Jessie?A. She is a tour advisor.B. She is a tour guide.C. She is a foreign traveler.D. She is a skilled driver.13. When did the writer visit the Great Wall?A. In spring.B. In summer.C. In autumn.D. In winter.14. What did the writer think of his tour?A. Adventurous.B. Disappointing.C. Satisfactory.D. Improvable.15. What is the probable title for the text?A. A Wonderful Tour Day with JessieB. An Extraordinary Tour CompanyC. The Great Wall, an Excellent AttractionD. Jessie, a Kind and Knowledgeable Guide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。
17年高考英语作文Introduction:The college entrance examination, also known as the Gaokao,is a pivotal event in the educational journey of Chinese students. Over the past 17 years, the English composition section has evolved to reflect the changing educational landscape and the diverse skills required by modern society. This essay will explore the themes and trends in Gaokao English compositions, highlighting their significance in assessing students' language proficiency and criticalthinking abilities.Body Paragraph 1: Evolution of Themes- Early Years (2004-2008): The early years of Gaokao English compositions focused on basic language skills and simple narrative structures. Common topics included personal experiences, daily life events, and simple opinions on social issues.- Mid-2000s (2009-2013): As the curriculum expanded, so did the complexity of the compositions. Students were expected to write more analytically, discussing topics such as environmental protection, cultural exchange, and technological advancements.- Recent Years (2014-Present): The most recent compositions have delved into more abstract and philosophical themes, requiring students to demonstrate a nuanced understanding of complex issues and the ability to construct well-reasoned arguments.Body Paragraph 2: Assessment of Language Proficiency- Vocabulary Usage: Over the years, the vocabulary range required for compositions has broadened, with an emphasis on both common and advanced words.- Grammar Complexity: The use of complex grammar structures has become a key assessment point, with markers looking for a variety of tenses, clauses, and sentence types.- Cohesion and Coherence: The ability to construct a coherent and cohesive essay has always been crucial, with recent years placing a premium on logical flow and effective paragraph structuring.Body Paragraph 3: Development of Critical Thinking- Argumentative Writing: Students are increasingly asked to take a stance on contentious issues, requiring them to support their arguments with evidence and reasoning.- Problem-Solving: Some compositions present hypothetical scenarios or real-world problems, encouraging students to think critically and propose solutions.- Reflective Writing: Reflective essays have become more common, where students are asked to analyze their own experiences and beliefs, demonstrating introspection andself-awareness.Conclusion:The Gaokao English composition has come a long way in 17 years, evolving from a simple assessment of language skills to a comprehensive evaluation of students' ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. It serves as a crucial tool for gauging not only linguistic proficiency but alsocritical thinking and analytical skills, preparing students for the demands of higher education and the workforce.This composition provides a general overview of the development and significance of the English composition section in the Gaokao over the past 17 years. It is important to note that the actual content and themes of the compositions may vary each year, and this essay is a generalization rather than a specific analysis of any particular year's exam.。
山东省曲阜师范大学附属中学16—17学年下学期高一期末考试英语试题第I卷(共100分)第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What’s the man’s telephone number now?A. 873-6076.B. 873-6017.C. 837-1670.2. How does the woman usually go shopping?A. By car.B. By bus.C. On foot.3. What will the man remember to do?A. Telephone the woman.B. Write to the woman.C. Come to see the woman.4. Where did Mary spend her vacation?A. In Boston.B. In Chicago.C. In Washington.5. What does the man think of doing shopping?A. Exciting.B. Interesting.C. Boring.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各个小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6〜7题。
6. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Police and witness.B. Doctor and patient.C. Teacher and student.7. What happened that evening?A. A flood.B. A robbery.C. A fight.听第7段材料,回答第8〜9题。
2021届威海市第十五中学高三英语下学期期末试题及答案解析第一部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ASome 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 ProgramWhen to apply: By July 15 or November 15Is 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 ProgramWhen to apply: By early May of each yearIs 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 YearWhen to apply: By February 24Is 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 ExperienceWhen to apply: not specifiedIs 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 serviceopportunities.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 YearB.American University Gap ProgramC.Duke University Gap Year ProgramD.St. Norbert College Bridge Year ExperienceBOne of the greatest challenges in caring for such intelligent animals as chimpanzees(猩猩)is providing them with enriching experiences. Every day, the chimpanzees at Project Chimps receive morning and evening food-based enrichment devices, but caregivers are always looking for more ways to keep the chimps mentally engaged. With 79 chimpanzees, each with their distinctive personality, care staff often find that different chimps react differently to new enrichment.Last year, we began inviting musicians to perform for chimps to see what they may respond. A violin performance received quite the response. Additional musicians were lined up to visit but the coronavirus has stopped the activities, which we hope toresumein the near future.This past week, we brought an electric piano for the chimps to investigate. Some chimps, like twins Buttercup and Clarisse, were immediately interested and could not wait to tap out a few notes. Others, like Emma, were more interested in trying to take it apart.29- year-old Precious has very little tolerance for the piano. She sat off to the side for a few minutes, but eventually she decided that was enough. She called an end to the enrichment session by throwing a handful of waste at the piano. Receiving her message loud and clear, we removed the piano.We could never have guessed how 33-year-old Luke would react to it. As with many retired lab chimpanzees Luke has some anxiety issues. He seems particularly distrustful of anything new, including people, food, and enrichment. But when we presented the chimps with the piano, Luke was the first to investigate. We could notbelieve our eyes — this usually anxious chimpanzee bravely chose to explore something new!To us at Project Chimps, this is what it is all about: giving chimpanzees the freedom to choose. We are honored to be part of their journey.4. Why do chimpanzees respond differently to new enrichment?A. They are of different genders.B. They have natural curiosities.C They are as intelligent as humans. D. They have their unique characters.5. What does the underlined word “resume” in Paragraph 2 mean?A. Continue.B. Suspend.C. Monitor.D. Regulate.6. Who showed the least interest in the piano?A. Buttercup and Clarisse.B. Emma.C. Precious.D. Luke.7. What is the text mainly about?A. How caregivers care for the retired chimpanzees.B. What care staff do to enrich chimpanzees' daily life.C. How chimpanzees are trained through various enrichment.D. What Project Chimps does to observe and study wild chimps.CThe connection between people and plants has long been the subject of scientific research. Recent studies have found positive effects. A study conductedin Youngstown,Ohio,for example, discovered that greener areas of the city experienced less crime. In another,employees were shown to be 15% more productive when their workplaces were decorated with houseplants.The engineers at the Massachusetts Instituteof Technology(MIT)have taken it a step further changing the actual composition of plants in order to get them to perform diverse,even unusual functions. These include plants that have sensors printed onto their leaves to show when they’re short of water and a plant that can detect harmful chemicals in groundwater."We’re thinking about how we can engineer plants to replace functions of the things that we use every day,"explained Michael Strano, a professor of chemical engineering at MIT.One of his latest projects has been to make plants glow(发光)in experiments using some common vegetables. Strano’s team found that they could create a faint light for three-and-a-half hours. The light,about one-thousandth of the amount needed to read by,is just a start. The technology, Strano said, could one day beused to light the rooms or even to turn trees into self-powered street lamps.In the future,the team hopes to develop a version of the technology that can be sprayed onto plant leaves in a one-off treatment that would last the plant’s lifetime. The engineers are also trying to develop an on and off"switch"where the glow would fade when exposed to daylight.Lighting accounts for about 7% of the total electricity consumed in the US. Since lighting is often far removed from the power source(电源)-such as the distance from a power plant to street lamps on a remote highway-a lot of energy is lost during transmission(传输).Glowing plants could reduce this distance and therefore help save energy.8. What is the first paragraph mainly about?A. A new study of different plants.B. A big fall in crime rates.C. Employees from various workplaces.D. Benefits from green plants.9. What is the function of the sensors printed on plant leaves by MIT engineer?A. To detect plants’ lack of waterB. To change compositions of plantsC. To make the life of plants longer.D. To test chemicals in plants.10. What can we expect of the glowing plants in the future?A. They will speed up energy production.B. They may transmit electricity to the home.C. They might help reduce energy consumption.D. They could take the place of power plants.11. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Can we grow more glowing plants?B. How do we live with glowing plants?C. Could glowing plants replace lamps?D. How are glowing plants made pollution-free?DJoy Mangano is now an American inventor. She was divorced and had three kids under age 7 when she was33, and was barely keeping up payments on her small two-bedroom home by working extra hours as a waitress. “There were times when I would lie in bed and think. I didn't know how I was going to pay that bill,” Mangano says.But she had a special ability for seeing the obvious thing. She knew how hard it was to mop the floor. “I was tired, of bending down, putting my hands in dirty water, wringing (拧) out a mop,” Mangano says. “So, There's gotta be a better way.”How about a “self-wringing” mop? She designed a special tool you could twist in two directions at once, and still keep your hands clean and dry. She set out to sell it, first a few at flea markets.Then Mangano met with the media. But would couch potatoes (电视迷) buy a mop? The experts on shopping TV were less than certain. They gave it a try, and it failed Mangano was sure it would sell if they'd let her do the on-camera display. She said, “Get me on that stage, and I will sell this mop because it's a great item.”So QVC, a multinational corporation specializing in televised home shopping, took a chance on her. “I got onstage and the phones went crazy. We sold every mop in minutes.”Today she's president of Ingenious Designs, a multimillion-dollar company, and one of the stars of HSN, the Home Shopping Network. Talking about the household invention, Mangano says, “It is as natural for me as it is fora parent to talk about their child.”12. What is the first paragraph mainly about?A. Mangano's small home.B. Mangano's work experience.C. Mangano's unhappy marriage.D. Mangano's hard living conditions.13. Mangano sold the mop successfully with the help of ________.A. HSNB. QVCC. couch potatoesD. experts on shopping TV14. What does Mangano think of her invention?A. Normal.B. Special.C. Unsatisfactory.D. Unbelievable.15. What can we learn from the text?A. HSN is a business organization that sells goods on the Internet.B. The experts on shopping TV were confident about Mangano's mop.C. Mangano got the idea of self-wringing mop from her own experience.D Mangano once had to work seven days a week to support her family.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学年温州市第十七中学高三英语期末考试试题及参考答案第一部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AGet up to 19% off the cover pricePlus, get digital access with your paid print subscription●Up-to-date news that touches your lifeFrom money-saving tips and quick reports on the latest healthcare, to inspiring articles on world events, you'll discover hundreds of ideas for living a richer, more satisfying life.●Read it anytime, anywhereGet a l-year-print subscription ofReader's Digestmagazine today and you'll also get free digital instantly. With digital access, you can read the latest issue ofReader's Digestanytime, anywhere! Plus, you can quickly access your past issues online, too.●Continuous renewal serviceYour subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term until you cancel. You authorize us to charge you credit/debit cardat the discounted rate on the renewal service unless you cancel. 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If you subscribe toReader’s Digest, you can ________.A. have as many issues as possible every yearB. renew your subscription at the original rateC. get back your money for the issues not mailedD. obtain all the past issues online anytime, anywhereBIn life,once on a path,we tend to follow it,for better or worse.What's sad is that even if it's the latter,we often accept it anyway because we are so used to the way things are that wed don't even recognize that they could be different This is a phenomenon psychologist call functional fixedness.This classic experiment will give you an idea of howitworks and a sense of whether you may have fallen into the same trap: People are given a box of tacks (大头钉) and some matches and asked to find a way to attach a candle to a wall so that it burns properly.Typically, the subjects try tacking the candle to the wall or lighting it to fix it with melted wax. The psychologists had, of course, arranged it so that neither of these obvious approaches would work. The tacks are too short, and the paraffin (石蜡) doesn't stick to the wall. So how can you complete the task? The successful technique is to use the tack box as a candle-holder. You empty it, tack it to the wall. and stand the candle inside it. To think of that, you have to look beyond the box's usual role as a receptacle just for tacks and re-imagine it serving an entirely new purpose. That is difficult because we all suffer to one degree or another from functional fixedness.The inability to think in new ways affects people in every corner of society. The political theorist Hannah Arendt coined the phrase“frozen thoughts”to describe deeply held ideas that we no longer question but should. In Arendt's eyes, the self- content reliance on such accepted “truths”also made people blind to ideas that didn't fit their worldview, even when there was plenty of evidence for them.Frozen thinking has nothing to do with intelligence, she said,“It can be found in highly intelligent people.”4. What does the underlined word“it”in paragraph 2 refer to?A. The experiment.B. Functional fixedness.C. The path.D. The thinking.5. Which way is hard to think of to complete the task?A. Tacking the candle to the wall.B. Fixing the candle with melted wax.C. Using the tack box as a candle-holder.D. Lighting the candle tostand it.6. Which of the following statements will Hannah Arendt agree with?A. People should question.B. We should be used to the way things are.C. People shouldn't accept the idea that doesn't fit their worldview.D. The smarter people are,the more open to the new things they are.7. What's the passage mainly about?A. An interesting experimentB. A psychological phenomenon.C. A theory to be proved.D. The opinion of Hannah Arendt.CAdvertisers tend to think big and perhaps this is why they're always coming in for criticism. Their critics(批评家)seem to hate them because they have so much money to throw around. Why don’t they stop advertising and reduce the price of their goods? After all, it’s the consumer who pays.The poor old consumer! He'd have to pay a great deal more if advertising didn't create mass markets for products. It is precisely because of the heavy advertising that consumer goods are so cheap. But we get the wrong idea if we think the only purpose of advertising is to sell goods. Another equally important function is to inform. A great deal of the knowledge we have about household goods is largely from the advertisements we read. Advertisements introduce us to new products or remind us of the existence of ones we already know about. Supposing you wanted to buy a washing machine, it is more than likely you would obtain details regarding performance, price, etc., from an advertisement.Lots of people pretend that they never read advertisements, but this claim may be seriously doubted. It is hardly possible not to read advertisements these days. And what fun they often are, too! Just think what a railway station or a newspaper would be like without advertisements. Would you enjoy gazing at a blank wall or reading railway byelaws while waiting for a train? A cheerful, witty advertisement makes such a difference to a dull wall or a newspaper full of the incidents and disasters.We must not forget, either, that advertising makes a positive contribution to our pockets. The fact that we pay so little for our daily paper, or can enjoy so many broadcast programmers is due entirely to the money spent by advertisers. Just think what a newspaper would cost if we had to pay its full price!Another thing we mustn't forget is the “small ads.” What a tremendously useful service they perform for the community! Just about anything can be accomplished through these columns. For instance, you can find a job, buy or sell a house, announce a birth, marriage or death in what used to be called the “hatch, match and dispatch”column(栏目) but by far the most fascinating section is the personal or “agony” column. No other item in a newspaper provides such entertaining reading or offers such a deep insight into human nature. It's the best advertisement for advertising there is!8. What is the main idea of this passage?A. Advertisements steal money from our pocketsB. The critics get the wrong idea of advertisements.C. Advertisers perform a useful service to communities.D. Advertisements are everywhere.9. What is the attitude of the author toward advertisements?A. He appreciates the role of advertisements.B. He doubts the effect of advertisements.C. He believes what is said in advertisements.D. He complains too many advertisements in daily life.10. Which of the following is Not True?A. The personal or “agony” column makes us know more about human nature.B. The only purpose of advertising is to sell goods.C. A newspaper will cost us more if there is no advertisement on it.D. Advertisement makes our life color1 ful.11. Whicof the following shows the structure of the passage?( ①=" Paragraph" 1, ②=" paragraph" 2, ③=" paragraph" 3, ④=" paragraph" 4 ⑤=" paragraph" 5)A B.C. D.DConcrete is the world's most consumed material after water. Because it already surrounds us in the built environment, researchers have been exploring the idea of using concrete to store electricity—turning buildings into giant batteries. The idea has been gaining ground as we have come to increasingly rely on renewable energy from the wind and sun: rechargeable batteries are necessary when the breeze dies down or darkness falls.Experimental concrete batteries have only managed to hold a small part of what a traditional battery does. But one team now reports in Buildings that it has developed a rechargeable original model that could represent a more than 900 percent increase in stored charge, compared with earlier attempts.A live-in concrete battery might sound unlikely. Still, "you can make a battery out of a potato," notes Aimee Byrne. In a future where sustainability is key, she likes the idea of buildings that avoid waste by providing shelter and powering electronics.Although the new design stores more than 10 times as much power as earlier attempts, it still has a long way to go: 200 square meters of it "can provide about 8 percent of the daily electricity consumption" of a typical U.S. home, Zhang says.This is not enough to compete with today's rechargeable devices. "We're getting milliamps (毫安) out of concrete batteries—we're not getting amps (安培), "Byrne says." We're getting hours as opposed to days of charge." But she adds that" concrete batteries are completely in their childhood, compared to other battery designs." The earliest batteries were simple andbulky. Researchers experimented with new materials and designs for more than a century to develop today's small devices. Byrne suggests concrete-based energy storage could undergo a similar evolution. "The whole idea is that we're looking far into the future," she says. "We're playing the long game with it."12. What can we learn about the concrete batteries?A. They become increasingly renewable.B. They are the most consumed batteries.C. They are being developed by researchers.D. They will replace energy from the wind and sun.13. Why does Byrne mention a battery out of a potato?A. To show it is easy to build concrete batteries.B. To argue it is possible to develop concrete batteries.C. To make her statement more interesting.D. To call on people to protect the environment.14. What does the underlined word "bulky" in Paragraph 5 mean?A. HeavyB. CheapC. EfficientD. Small.15. What doesByrne think of concrete batteries?A. They beat today's rechargeable devices.B. They are simple and bulky.C. They have a doubtful future.D. They have a long way to go.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。
2021届温州市第十七中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及答案解析第一部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项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.BWhat a day! I started at my new school this morning and had the best time. I made lots of new friends and really liked my teachers. I was nervous the night before, but I had no reason to be. Everyone was so friendly and polite. They made me feel at ease. It was like I'd been at the school for a hundred years!The day started very early at 7:00 am. I had my breakfast downstairs with my mom. She could tell that I was very nervous. Mom kept asking me what was wrong. She told me I had nothing to worry about and that everyone was going to love me. If they didn't love me, Mom said to send them her way for a good talking to. I couldn't stop laughing.My mom dropped me off at the school gates about five minutes before the bell. A little blonde girl got dropped off at the same time and started waving at me. She ran over and told me her name was Abigail. She was very nice and we became close straight away. We spent all morning together and began to talk to another girl called Stacey. The three of us sat together in class all day and we even made our way home together! It went so quickly. Our teacher told us that tomorrow we would really start learning and developing new skills.I cannot wait until tomorrow and feel as though I am really going to enjoy my time at my new school. I only hope that my new friends feel the same way too.4. How did the author feel the night before her new school?A. Tired.B. ConfidentC. Worried.D. homesick5. What did the author think of her mother’s advice?A. Clear.B. Funny.C. OptionalD. Respectable6. What happened on the author's first day of school?A. She met many nice people.B. She had a hurried breakfast.C. She learned tome new skills.D. She arrived at school very early.7. What can we infer about Abigail?A. She disliked Stacey.B. She was shy and quiet.C. She got on well with the author.D. She was an old friend of the author.CAs is commonly known,Antarcticais an icy continent with extreme environment. However, a new study provides evidence that the area had a rainforest in the past.The researchers collected a piece of Earth sediment from under the seafloor off the coast ofAntarctica. In the sediment, they discovered forest material that was estimated to be about 90 million years old. At that period, dinosaurs were the ruler animals of the land.Johann Klages, a German geologist, was the lead writer of a study on the findings, published in the journalNature. He said the sediment was collected from a depth of about 30 meters below the ocean floor. Klages said an examination showed that the material didn’t form in the ocean.The researchers estimate that the area — about 900 kilometers from the South Pole — had average yearly temperatures of about12°Cto13°C. The soil included fine dirt particles and hard clay, as well as substances linked to at least 65 different kinds of plants, the study found. Although no animal remains were found, Klages said there were likely dinosaurs, flying reptiles and many insects in the environment.The research represents new evidence of the major climate changes Earth experienced in the past — and is currently undergoing today. The soil in the sediment dates back to the planet’s warmest period of the past 140 million years, with sea level about 170 meters higher than today. The researchers said that the rainforest environment inAntarcticawas especially surprising because each year, the area experiences a four-month polar night when there is no sunlight to fuel plant life. Klages said no ice sheets were present during the time, but seasonal snowfall was likely.8. What can we learn about the sediment collected?A. It formed in the age of dinosaurs.B. It was found on theAntarcticaland.C. Ancient forest material was found in it.D. Some dinosaur remains were found in it.9. How did the researchers reach their findings?A. By analyzing the Earth sediment.B. By exploring ice inAntarctica.C. By collecting data on climate.D. By researching special plants.10. What can be indicated in the last paragraph?A. Seasonal snowfall made the forest disappear.B. Antarctica was much colder 140 million years ago.C. Antarctica’s natural environment has changed greatly.D. Polar nights inAntarcticaare getting shorter than before.11. What is the main idea of the text?A. Rainforest disappeared fromAntarctica.B. Antarctica had a different history of climate.C. Researchers studied a piece of Earth sediment ofAntarctica.D.Antarcticahad an extreme environment containing ice and snow.DI had just delivered a memorable speech, and I was about to learn how the judges decided my performance. The audience leaned forward and a period of silence fell across the room. I felt the drum rolled in my heart.The third-place winner was announced. The name was not mine. Then the second-place winner, still not me. At last, the moment of truth came. I was about to either enjoy the warmth of victory or regret the months’ preparation. My heart felt closer to the latter.Losing is a part of life, and I have dealt with it on more than one occasion. However, it was an indescribable feeling to drive a 200-mile round trip, get up very early on a freezing Saturday morning, and yet still finish fourth out of four competitors in my group. After Lincoln lost the 1858 Illinois Senate race, he said, “I felt like the 12-year-old boy who kicked his toe. I was too big to cry and it hurt too bad to laugh.” Oh yeah, I could relate.I had spent many hours in front of a computer and in libraries doing research for the Lincoln Bicentennial Speech Contest. After not placing in the first year of the contest, I really wanted to compete again. Lincoln had many failures, but he never allowed them to defeat his spirit or ambition, so I was not going to give up on a second contest! I reworked my speech for the following year, but again I did not place.I couldn’t accept the fact that I failed twice in something that I had worked so hard on, until I thought aboutmy hero. Never mind the lost prize money and praise—through learning stories about Lincoln, I discovered that I can fail successfully.12. How did the author feel after finishing his speech?A. Delighted.B. Annoyed.C. Thrilled.D. Nervous.13. What can be inferred from Paragraph 3?A. He was regretful about his not being fully prepared.B. He felt upset for getting up early on a chilly morning.C. He once kicked and hurt his toe when he was 12 years old.D. He turned out to be the last one of his group in the contest.14. Why did the author decide to enter the second contest?A. He was eager to prove himself to be the best contestant.B. He was inspired by the never-give-up spirit of Lincoln.C. He was willing to enjoy the warmth and joy of victory.D. He was determined to win the prize money and praise.15. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. A memorable hero in my lifeB. Never mind others’ judgmentsC. Losing is an indescribable feelingD. Stand up from where we tripped over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。
Year 10 students experimenting with DNA: Is seeing believing?Chi-Yan TsuiCurtin University of TechnologyGrady VenvilleEdith Cowan UniversityPaper presented at the AARE Conference, Sydney, Australia, 27 Nov – 1 Dec, 2005AbstractThe concept of genes as DNA coding for proteins remains the cornerstone for the explanation of heredity in school science. This research investigates the classroom teaching of genes as DNA through the analysis and interpretation of the discourse of a practical lesson. In the practical lesson, Year 10 students conducted a hands-on experiment to extract DNA from onion cells. The results demonstrate the ways in which the teacher and her students interacted in their classroom during the experiment. The analysis highlights the dialogic interactions between two students and the teacher. Although the experiment appeared to provide a more tangible learning experience for most students in the class than did a textbook description of DNA, or its computer multimedia representations, such experience did not contribute to their conceptual understanding of genes in a significant way. The conclusion outlines how students can benefit more from hands-on investigation as one way of representing information for learning about the complexity of the gene concept.IntroductionThis paper focuses on the teaching and learning of the gene concept in schools in the context of a DNA experiment in an independent girls’ school in Western Australia. The study was conducted in 2002, almost half a century since Watson and Crick (1953, p. 42) proposed the DNA double-helix model based on Franklin’s x-ray data1. In a paper in Nature on April 25, 1953, they suggested⎯in a short, assertive statement that was to revolutionalise forever our understanding of the mechanism of heredity⎯“It has not escaped our notice that the specific pairing immediately suggests a possible copying mechanism for the genetic material” (p. 737). Over the following fifty years, the DNA model has provided the single most powerful universal explanation for understanding genetic mechanisms. The discovery has resulted in the unrivalled advancement of the ways we understand biology, medicine, agriculture and other fields of science.Now, students in secondary schools can carry out simple experiments to extract DNA like scientists. As a consequence, the Mendelian gene, a discrete and abstract concept that has been used in school science for understanding simple inheritance patterns for many years, is outmoded and possibly belongs to a bygone era of science (Venville & Donovan, 2005). On exploring the contemporary literature and interviewing nine geneticists to probe their views about the bewildering, modern, molecular gene concept, Venville and Donovan identify four major themes: (1) Genes code for polypeptide production; (2) Genetic determinism is a myth; (3) The environment impacts on phenotypes; and (4) Gene expression is controlled. Further, they conclude that the gene concept science teachers should teach at school ideally reflects simple principles and, at the same time, encapsulates the essence of the concept so that today’s students are adequately prepared for making informed decisions in the age of biotechnology.It is important to understand the role that practical work can have in helping students to develop a useful and scientifically accurate understanding of the gene. For many years practical work has played an important role in science learning at school. As early as the 1800s, school science laboratories in England were equipped for practical work (Gott & Duggan, 1995). School science primarily prepared students as future scientists and for a workforce requiring scientific knowledge. Some major aims of practical work in UK schools in the 1960s were to encourage accurate observation, to promote scientific methods of thought, to develop manipulative skills, to problem solve, to aid comprehension, to verify facts and principles and to arouse and maintain interest (Wellington, 1994). ‘The student as scientist’ was once a popular metaphor for learning science at school. However, when science educators moved from a position where science was seen as part of education only for the elite, to one of science for all, practical work in school science came to play a different role (Fensham, 1990). In a report about science for all, the American Association of the Advancement of Science points out five distinctive features of scientific inquiry through investigation: (1) science demands evidence; (2) science is a blend of logic and imagination; (3) science explains and predicts; (4) science tries to identify and avoid bias; and (5) science is not authoritarian (AAAS, 1989).In Australia, classroom teaching using practical work can provide students with experience for developing their investigation skills and processes, for constructing conceptual understanding, for giving them a sense of the nature of science, and the excitement of enquiry and discovery (Hackling, 2004). However, hands-on experiments may not always provide the student with minds-1 On April 26, 2003, an ABC radio program, The Science Show, began with this: “This is the story of how one person’s pioneering scientific contribution to molecular biology has gone unrecognised and undervalued for the best part of 50 years. But it’s also the story of the human face of science, a reminder that even the most profound scientific breakthroughs are often coloured by human relationships, personalities, gender and culture. It’s the story of the mysterious Dark Lady of DNA, the late Rosalind Franklin”(ABC Radio National, 2003).on understanding of the concept being investigated. At a time when scientific literacy is the top priority in teaching and learning of science in Australian schools (Goodrum, Hackling, & Rennie, 2001), practical biology continues to play an important role in learning science.In this paper, we explore classroom teaching that potentially contributes to the students’ understanding of the concept of the gene through the analysis of the interaction between the students and between the students and the teacher during a practical lesson in which a class of Year 10 students extracted DNA by spooling it from onion cells. In particular, the focus is on a dyad of students, Lydia2 and Andrea, as they followed instructions, collaborated in conducting the experiment and interacted with their teacher during the experiment. As Andrea was one of the target participating students in this study and one of the most outstanding students in her class, we also used some pre- and post-instruction interview data and other data to show how the experiment of extracting DNA could be connected to other aspects of the teaching and learning of genetics during the unit about genetics.School ContextOcean School is an independent secondary school for girls in a middle-class suburb of the metropolitan Perth area, Western Australia. The school’s ethos is to maintain academic excellence in preparing girls for the changing needs of society and encouraging them to become independent learners of tomorrow’s world. In particular, the school highlights the need for students to become confident and wise users of information and communication technologies (ICT) including computers and multimedia. The participating teacher, Ms Claire, was one of the two participating science teachers in a larger project. She had over 20 years of teaching experience and several years of using laptop computers in her teaching in Ocean School. There were 24 girls in her class, most of whom had English as their first language and their age was either 14 or 15 years when the research was conducted. The private school setting allowed teachers in Ocean School more freedom in developing curricula of their own. At the time of the research, the school was using a relatively new curriculum in Year 10 biology. This curriculum included genetics and focussed on DNA technology and genetic engineering. These topics were taught for about three of the nine weeks in the term, or one-third of the teaching. The DNA extraction experiment epitomised Ocean School’s new approach to learning about genetics in Year 10.MethodologyAn interpretive, case-based qualitative method (Erickson, 1998; Gallagher, 1991; Merriam, 1998) was used in this study which was part of the doctoral research of the first author (Tsui & Treagust, 2003a, 2003b, 2004a, 2004b) but not included in his thesis due to length constraints. The major methods of data collection included interviewing the teachers and the students, observing classroom teaching and analysing documents and other artefacts. The data from the first author’s research journals were also used to triangulate sources of data during data analysis and interpretation. Working in the same research centre at the time of the study, the second author belonged to a group of peer reviewers and advisers that supported the research. Regular discussions between the authors about the progress of the research in the case schools helped to increase the rigour of data analysis and interpretation.2 Pseudonyms are used for students, the teacher and the school throughout this paper.In the study reported in this paper, students conducted an experiment to extract DNA from onion cells while classroom teaching during that week was about biotechnology and genetic engineering. As the first author observed most of the lessons during the teaching of genetics, he was in the classroom as a participant-observer when the students carried out this DNA experiment. Endorsed by the teacher, he helped to ensure the safety of the students while the experiment was in progress. With the permission of the teacher and the two participating students, two tape-recorders (R1 and R2) were used in the classroom to capture the verbal interactions during the experiment (see the figure in Appendix 1). We used aspects of Lemke’s (1990) semiotic methods in analysing and interpreting the discourse of this practical lesson by positing that language plays an important role in making meanings about science concepts or ideas through verbal communications. As such, we analysed the verbatim transcripts of the interaction between Lydia and Andrea, and between them and their teacher, Ms Claire, as well as whole class discussions. Informed consent was obtained from all the participants in this research.The classroom experimentThe classroom experiment was entitled “Laboratory Exercise-Spooling of Onion DNA” (see the students’ laboratory manual in Appendix 2). The introduction to this experiment in the manual reads:Most people think of DNA as an impossibly small molecule. After all, it is inside a cell too small to beseen without a microscope and is further compressed into a nucleus inside that cell. It is certainly notsomething that students normally expect to handle during a laboratory. However, this procedure is aquick and easy way to allow you to actually see some DNA from an organism with which you arefamiliar, an onion.The procedure of the experiment can be summarised in the following oversimplified steps:1.Boil blended onion tissue with detergent and sodium chloride.2.Cool the onion mixture.3.Add meat tenderiser and stir.4.Filter the mixture.5.Add ice-cold ethanol to precipitate the DNA.Although students had to follow the detailed instructions in their laboratory manual, interspersed within the text were hints as to why a step in the procedure was taken. The teacher also discussed the reasons behind the steps in the instructions and reminded the students as they proceeded in the extraction process. At the end of the lesson, the teacher required the students to answer the questions in the laboratory manual.Discourse analysis during the experimentAccording to Lemke’s (1990) analysis, the approach to lesson activities described in the preceding paragraph is called labwork (p. 218) in which students are in small, cooperative groups working on tasks using apparatus in addition to reasoning and writing. We tried to look at two ways in which students and the teacher talked science (p. xii) during the experiment. First, we were interested incommunication during the experiment as a social process which creates and sustains a social situation with a set of relationships and expectations among its participants. Second, we were interested in how science content was communicated in classroom dialogues during the labwork. Using Lemke’s taxonomy (pp. 217-218) we tried to identify the following patterns of student-teacher dialogic interactions during the DNA experiment: (1) teacher exposition in which the teacher presented new material initially in monologue and then explained it further in response to student questions; (2) triadic dialogue in which the teacher asked questions, called on students to answer them, and then evaluated their answers; (3) student-questioning dialogue in which students initiated questions about the experimental procedure and then the teacher answered them; (4) teacher-student duologue in which there was a series of exchanges between the teacher and one student in a triadic dialogue or student questioning dialogue; (5) true dialogue in which teacher and students asked and answered one another’s questions and responded to one another’s comments as in normal conversation; and (6) cross-discussion in which students spoke to one another about the experiment and the teacher acted as moderator or equal participant without special speaking rights.ResultsThe results are presented in a series of six episodes that correspond to the chronology of the lesson. The episodes build up a picture of the kinds of dialogues that predominated in the lesson and are analysed using aspects of Lemke’s (1990) taxonomy described above. The episodes also give insight into the learning taking place as a result of the classroom experiment.Episode 1: Teacher’s BriefingMs Claire began the lesson with an introduction (teacher exposition using largely monologue) for the experiment as presented below (edited from transcripts of audio-recording from R1 position): OK girls, just a few things first, you are doing the experiment today and there are just a few safetythings that we need to sort out OK? (pause and laugh) Now, you’ve all got the instruction sheet, I justwant to show you how we are going to use it, you all need in a moment to get within your pairs, twosor threes, probably twos would go better. Then get a heat mat, a Bunsen Burner, a tripod and a gauze,and this lab is found in the back corner, you’ll see them all there we’ll be looking at them in a moment,OK, they’re in that corner. All the other apparatuses that you’ll need, (something) and things for today,is down here, OK? So basically you are following the instructions, but if we could just look throughthem I can just tell you a couple of things you need, it is really important that you listen.The “OKs” were not intended to elicit any response from the students. Then Ms Claire moved on to advise students to form groups and make use of the space and resources in the classroom: This lab is appalling for doing experiments in because of the way the gaps are in the room undercoverand inside, and there are lots of apparatuses around. So the first thing you’ll have to do is find a gapwith enough space around it for you to work. Now I’ve cleared the front bench so one group can workthere, and one group can work at the other end of the front bench, so that sort of area is an adequatearea around the room. Be careful if you’re moving things though, you might have to, if it’s possible tomove where we can put them, so you can get a work station that is clear. OK?Before they started, she also reminded them of the safety measures to be taken as the experiment required students to boil a frothy mixture that is likely to spill if not properly controlled: Safety glasses you need to wear when you’re heating, and they’re over there… The next bit is thesafety bit, it says, boil for eight minutes stirring gently, you’ve got stirring rods there, and stirringgently means stirring gently, not racing around, and taking turns, you’re in twos or threes, so your armdoesn’t get tired or too hot stirring with the stirring rod… when it boils it froths up, because of the Luxflakes, OK? …you are both watching it, because it can get out of control very quickly. If it looks like itis beginning to froth up, slide the Bunsen burner from out underneath, OK? …don’t light until you’reready to go and all set up, and that’s the first stage…Episode 2: Lydia and Andrea clarifying the purpose of the experimentAfter being briefed by the teacher, Lydia and Andrea, like other students in the class, followed instructions to set up the apparatus for heating the blended onion in a solution of detergent and sodium chloride. While preparing the solution, they clarified with each other why they were doing particular things while Ms Claire was providing some advice from the background. This dialogic pattern is similar to Lemke’s cross-discussion. (The following excerpt is from the transcript of audio-recording from R2 position):(Lots of talking in background with continuous mixing sound.)Andrea: Well, what do you think? (Why are we adding salt or sodium chloride?)Lydia: Well…ah…because it. I don’t know, just use something random…so…um…maybe it is…Andrea: And ah…Lydia: Yeah…Andrea: …the salt that allows the decomposition of the…(reading from the manual).Lydia: Um...kind of (laughs then pauses)…how does blending help us to extract the DNA? (She was talking to Ms Claire who was approaching the group.) Ms Claire: Pardon?Lydia: How does the blending help us to extract the DNA?Ms Claire: Well what do you think the blending does?Lydia: Um…well, it reacts with the…Ms Claire: Well when you blend it, what are onions made of? Well, what is thebuilding block of onion, of all living things?Lydia: Cells.Ms Claire: Cells, so what do you think blending does to the cells? Makes cell walls, or helps to sort of release the contents of the cell.OK.Lydia: Oh,Ms Claire: Happy? And the detergent usually helps to break down the fat and things because membranes are usually quite fatty. So the detergent helps to breakdown the membrane and releases the contents of the nucleus, which is theDNA. Have you got that to remember?(Muffled talking of Ms Claire, then student laughter, and a long pause.)As can be seen here, the cross-discussion started first when Lydia asked how blending helps to extract DNA with the teacher as “moderator or equal participant without special speaking rights” (Lemke, 1990, p. 217). Then the discourse turned into another short teacher monologue with the teacher explaining to the two students how the detergent helps to break down the cell membrane releasing the DNA in the nucleus. When Ms Claire then moved away from the students’ bench, they continued their conversation while reading the instructions in the manual and clarifying various procedures and meaning with each other:Andrea: Read the following while you are heating your blended onion. The detergent causes the cell membrane to break down and then….Lydia: No, read it to the tape-recorder (laughs).Andrea: OK, and emulsifies the lipids and proteins of the cell by disrupting the polar interactions that hold the cell membrane together. The detergent formscomplexes with these lipids and proteins causing them to precipitate out ofthe solution. Oh, oh crap!Ms Claire: You weren’t watching there. Were you?Andrea: No, we were reading. We were taping that.(Muffled talking and laughing.)Andrea: Anyway, NaCl enables nucleic acids to precipitate out of an alcohol solution because it shields the negative phosphate end of DNA, causing them tocome closer together and coalesce.Lydia: Are we supposed to put a book... (away from the Bunsen burner.)Andrea jokingly mentioned the tape-recorder indicating that they were a little self-conscious as they were aware that their conversations were being recorded. However, our observations showed that they were behaving and talking quite normally in the presence of the tape-recorder. From the second episode, we can see that Lydia and Andrea, who were good friends, were able to communicate comfortably in a collaborative learning situation and make meanings from their hands-on experience by following the instructions of the manual and building on scaffolding from their caring teacher.Episode 3: Heating and cooling by controlling two variables: temperature and timeAs the experiment progressed, Lydia and Andrea had to control the temperature by heating and stirring and by clocking the time according to the instructions. The following is a snapshot of their conversation captured by the tape-recorder at position R2:Andrea: (Talking to Lydia.) Hey, can we put that in um the…yeah and put it inand…Ms Claire: Don’t forget to stir…(stirring noise)Andrea: This smells bad…Lydia: Smells like onions too.Ms Claire: Don’t forget to keep an eye on the clock, and don’t forget to watch for...(frothing?)It is interesting to note that there was some “side-talk” when Andrea said, ”This smells bad...” or a kind of disengagement (Lemke, 1990, p. 220), a tactic that students use in controlling theirbehaviour indicating that they are not paying attention to the experiment instructions. As always, Ms Claire’s major concerns were to remind each group to closely follow the instructions, such as stirring and taking precautions not to spill the hot mixture. While the teacher was away, Lydia and Andrea continued to follow the instructions and heat the mixture In the following dialogue during this process, it was evident they made meanings by developing justifications for the procedure alongside some “side-talk” about the annoying oil and the anticipation of getting their test scripts back from Ms Claire:Lydia: What are we up to? (Clanking noises.)Andrea: Heat treatment softens the phospholipids in the cell membrane anddenatures the DNA-ase enzymes which, if present, would cut the DNA intosmall fragments so that it would not spool. (Squeaking noise and pause.) Lydia: This is really annoying, all this oil and stuff.Andrea: Not oil but…crap.Lydia: All these residual, like pulp and stuff.Andrea: Crap.Lydia: Pulp, pulp, pulp (long muffled pause)…it smells like it is burning…OK.Cool the onion mixture to 40 degrees by running cold tap water over theoutside of the beaker for 2 minutes and then placing it in an ice water bath.Andrea: Yeah…um, it has about 2 minutes left (muffled pause). We are getting our tests back today.Lydia: I don’t want it back.you?Andrea: Don’tLydia: I never want my tests back.(Muffled pause, clanking noises.)Andrea: Look at all the stuff on the bottom, alright?Lydia: About 30 seconds, 25, 24, 23, 22, 21, 20, 19, 18…(muffled pause)…… and 8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1, done, and then you do that. (Pause.) (Then she answered aquestion from another group.) Well, we have done it for eight minutes…yourun it under the water (pause).Ms Claire: Yep, you probably will wash it back, so you put some cold water in, OK, use of the hot (something) you can not burn it at the top so you can lift itlike a hot pot of coffee, you can lift it down and sit it in there then add someice. (Pause.) Girls, if you want some ice there is a lot in there…(Muffled pause, the breaking of ice, Ms Claire’s talking in background and clankingnoises.)It can be noted here that students’ hands-on experiences included the use of dexterous skills, as well as their senses of hearing, smell, sight and touch. Their minds-on learning was largely focused on justifications for using the procedure. For example, heating may not destroy the DNA, but can destroy other proteinous cell contents in order to separate the DNA. In weaving their understandings about the purpose of the procedure in this episode, the language of science that the students and the teacher shared was, as Lemke (1990) puts it, not just vocabulary and grammar, but also a “system of resources for making meanings” (p. ix). The discourse during this laboratory investigation also linked to other concepts and ideas taught and learnt in the previous lessons or weeks in the classroom. Most of these were concerned with investigation skills, cell structure and properties.Episode 4: Tolerance of uncertaintyResearch into laboratory investigation of students indicated that novel tasks are high in ambiguity and risk for the students as they do not have previous experience of such tasks (Treagust, Wilkinson, Leggett, & Glasson, 1991). Our observations showed that during the DNA experiment students were expressing a feeling of uncertainty and fear that they could not obtain a sample of DNA at the end of the investigation. Ms Claire, too, was concerned that her students might not spool a good sample of DNA:Ms Claire: Girls. I’d like to say a couple of things about the ice-ethanol, supposing we are all at the stage...Girls, once you’ve filtered and got about 10ml, youtransfer it to one of these clean specimen bottles that are in this tray heredon’t use the one that you put the salt in, come and get one from here...Lydia: I put too much thickener, so it’s not perfect, it’s too thick. It has to be…(Dialogue over Ms Claire’s voice.)Ms Claire: …so put that in your filtrate, then the ice-cold ethanol is done by a bottle.You put it down flat on the desk, and then you very carefully pour theethanol down the side, so that you’re not actually mixing the two, so theethanol sits on top. You leave it for 2-3 minutes, at the interface of the twoliquids the onion filtrate and the ethanol, DNA should start to precipitateout, a yellowy/white substance, a bit like snot (laugh). You can come andget one of these little bent hooks. I want you to let it sit for 2 or 3 minutes, ifyou go in after this time, you can find a little strand and gently pull it outvery slowly...and you have actually got bits of DNA on your little rod...Andrea and Lydia then followed Ms Claire’s instructions. They still expressed a feeling of uncertainty about the outcome of their experiment while other groups had already completed and were cleaning up:Lydia: Maybe we should push it against the side of the tube (laughter)Andrea: I think ours is right.Lydia: Well we’re not doing anything wrong (muffled pause) Keep going, justkeep… is it supposed to be floppy like this?Ms Claire: (Talking to other girls about cleaning up in the background.)Andrea: Great.(Long muffled pause.)Andrea: I think there’s…(Ms Claire talking in background, lots of noise during long pause.)Lydia: That’ll be enough, this is really gross.Andrea: Isit?(Pouringsound then tap running.)is.Lydia: ItAndrea: Ours isn’t clear.Lydia: It was clear until um…we put the...(Everyone is cleaning up and it is very noisy.)With some tolerance of uncertainty, Lydia and Andrea continued to monitor their procedure against their expected results. Then Ms Claire gave more instructions:Ms Claire: Girls put all the extra onions on the tray, all the glasses…(backgroundtalking)…alright I think we’ve got some here, is everything sorting out Lydia: Just got to put this away.Andrea: Nah, I’ll get it.(Long muffled pause)Lydia: You can usually just hook them out.alright.Andrea: OhEpisode 5: Observing the molecule of lifeWhen most groups had obtained their results, a student from one group clarified with Ms Claire whether her sample was DNA in the following dialogue:Student: Ours is yellow, not clear.Ms Claire: That’s OK; it’ll all be alright, it’s not completely clear. Clear doesn’t mean no colour, it just means see through.Ms Claire assured the student that what she had obtained was a correct sample of DNA though its colour was not clear. For other groups who did not obtain any results, Ms Claire showed them a good DNA sample from one group:Ms Claire: Have any of you got some DNA precipitating out? Did you get some (name of a student)? So that’s our DNA. (Laughter). Girls, when you’ve tidied up...Girls are you managing to get DNA from the cup?Student: Can I have a look at it?Ms Claire: Don’t shake it up, OK. Keep it flat. The white stuff is DNA. (Pause.)(Students talking and laughing.)Finally, Lydia and Andrea managed to obtain their results and they finally observed a sample of the molecule of life they had painstakingly extracted from the blended onion:Chi-Yan: Do you see the DNA... jelly-like substance?Andrea: Yeah (muffled pause)...Yeah I don’t have my lab book at the moment.Chi-Yan: Ok...see the instructions over there.Andrea: Yep, I’ve got them.Andrea again read the instructions to make sure that the jelly-like substance was DNA from the blended onion.Episode 6: Follow-up discussionsAt the end of the experiment, the teacher organised a whole-class discussion of the questions given in the manual (see Appendix 2). Given the tight time constraints, the discussion, which was largely teacher-dominated or a teacher exposition as Lemke puts it, was followed by a triadic dialogue. The first part of the discussion was centred on the procedure of the experiment and the second part touched on DNA as genetic information for life functions:。