【英语】2018-2019广东省广州市广雅四校联考

2018—2019学年下学期佛山一中、石门中学、顺德一中、国华纪中期末联考高二年级英语科试卷命题学校：顺德一中命题人：毕张狮2019年7月本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分，考试时间120分钟。

注意事项：1、答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号和座位号准确填涂在答题卡上。

2、回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。

回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。

3、考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第一部分听力（共两节，10小题，满分10分）第一节听力理解（共6小题，每小题1分，满分6分）材料及问题播放两遍。

每段后有两个小题，各段播放前有5秒钟的阅题时间。

请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题的问题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

听第一段材料，回答第1-2题。

材料读两遍。

1.A. Teacher and student. B. Husband and wife. C. Brother and sister.2.A. To get out in the nature more frequently. B. To live a more energetic life in the city.C. To take more long vacations together.听第二段材料，回答第3-4题。

材料读两遍。

3. A. She doesn’t think she has any time. B. She doesn’t think it useful to exercise.C. Her illness makes her unable to exercise.4. A. To spend more time with her family. B. To read newspapers while having meals.C. To listen to the radio while having a walk.听第三段材料，回答第5-6题。

广东省华南师范大学附属中学、实验中学、广雅中学、深圳高级中学四校期末联考英语试题2018届高三上学期期末华附、省实、广雅、深中四校联考英语命题学校：广东实验中学本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，共10页，满分120分，考试用时120分钟。

注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用2B铅笔在“准考证号”处填涂准考证号。

用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己姓名、班级、考场号、座位号、准考证号填写在答题卷指定区域内。

2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案；不能答在试卷上。

3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内的相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。

不按以上要求作答的答案无效。

4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。

第I卷选择题（共70分）第一部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节阅读下列短文，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。

（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30 分）AFamilystructurehaschangeddramaticallyoverthelast50years. The"LeaveittoBeaver"familyisnolongerthestandard,andseveralvariationsonfamilyhavebeencreated.NuclearFamilyThenuclearfamilyisthe traditionaltypeof familystructure.Thisfamilytypeconsistsoftwo parentsandchildren.Thenuclearfamilywaslongheldinesteembyso cietyasbeingtheidealinwhichtoraisechildren.Childreninnuclearfamilies receivestrengthandstability fromthetwo- parentstructureandgenerally havemoreopportunitiesduetothefinancialeaseoftwoadults.AccordingtoU.S.Censusdata,almost70percentof childrenliveinanuclearfamilyunit. SingleParentFamilyThesingleparentfamilyconsistsof oneparentraisingoneor morechildrenonhisown.The single parentfamily isthebiggest changesocietyhasseenintermsofthechanges infamily structures.Oneinfourchildrenisborntoasinglemother.Singleparent familiesaregenerallyclose andfindwaystoworktogethertosolveproblems,suchasdividinguph ouseholdchores.Whenonlyoneparentisathome,itmaybeastruggletofindchildcare,asthereiso nlyoneparentworking,whichlimitsincomeandopportunitiesinmanycases.Extended FamilyTheextendedfamilystructureconsistsof twoormoreadultswhoarerelated,eitherbyblood ormarriage,living inthesamehome.Thisfamily includesmanyrelativesliving togetherandworkingtowardcommongoals,suchasraisingthechildrenandkeepi ngupwiththehouseholdduties.Manyextendedfamiliesincludecousins,auntsorunclesa ndgrandparentslivingtogether.Thistypeoffamilystructuremayformduetofinancialdifficultiesorbe causeolderrelativesare unabletocareforthemselvesalone.Extended familiesarebecoming increasinglycommonallover the world.ChildlessFamilyWhilemostpeoplethinkof familyas includingchildren,therearecoupleswhoeithercannot or choosenot tohavechildren.Thechildlessfamilyissometimesthe "forgottenfamily,"asitdoes notmeetthetraditionalstandardsset bysociety.Childlessfamiliesconsistofahusbandandwife livingandworkingtogether.Manychildlessfamiliestakeonthe responsibilityof pet ownershipor haveextensivecontactwiththeirniecesandnephewsas asubstitute forhavingtheirownchildren.1.In whataspectdosingleparentfamiliesusuallyworktogether?A.eldercareB.financeC.houseworkD.tutoring2.Whichof the followingbelongstothe typeofextendedfamily?A.JackandBetty,whohavebeenmarriedforover15years, havetwochildrennamedDanielandChirstine.B.JoseandMarialivewiththeir3children.Theyalsolivewiththeirp arents,anuncleandan aunt.C.TwoyearsagoDarrelandTanyagotmarried.BeforetheygotmarriedDarrelhadthreesonsandTanyahadadaughter.Nowtheyalllivetogether.D.Harryandhis wifeJanehavebeenmarriedforsix years.TheyhaveonedaughternamedMelissa.3.Whatcanbe inferredfromthe text?A.NuclearfamiliesaremostcommoninAmerica.B.The"LeaveittoBeaver"familyusedtobe afamilytype.C.Childlessfamiliestendtolivewiththeirniecesandnephews.D.Extended familiesformtotakecareof the old.BWhenIwasfiveorsixyearsold,IrememberwatchingTVandIwoul dseethesecommercials andIwaswatchingotherchildrensufferinotherpartsof the worldandyouknowthe commercials wereli ke,“youcan give25cents,saveachild’slife.”AndIwouldthinktomyselflike,Iwon derhowmany25centsIcouldsaveuptosaveallthekidsinAfrica.AndI wouldsaytomyself,“Wh en Igrowup,whenIcangetri ch,I’llsavekidsalloverthe world.”Ijustd i dn’tknowIwou ldbe in the positiontodothatbythe timeIwasateenager.At17IstartedmycareerhereinAmerica,andbytheageof18,Istart edmyfirstcharityorganization.Iwentontoteamupwithotherorganizationsinthe followingyearsandmet,helped, andevenlostsomeofthemostbeautifulsouls,suchassix-year-oldJasminaAnemawhopassedawayin2010fromleukemia.Herstoryinspiredthousandstovolu nteer asdonorsthroughDKMS. Fastforwardto2012andthenmygrandmother,the lateClaraBrathwaite,shelostherbattlewithcancer,whichistheveryreasonandthe drivingforcebehindtheClaraLionelFoundation.AtCLF,ourmissionisto impactas manylivesas possible,but itstartswithjustone.Justone.Allyouneedtodoishelponeperson,expectingnothinginreturn.T ome,thatisahumanit arian.Peoplemakeitseemtoohard,man.Thetruthis,andwhatIwantthelittl egirlwatchingthose。

广东省东莞市四校2018-2019学年高一下学期期中联考英语试卷I 听力（共两节，满分15分）第一节听力理解（2段共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）听下面一段对话，回答第1— 2 题。

1.How many days is Tom Brown going to stay in Seattle?A. About two weeksB. A few daysC. Two days2. What is Tom Brown’s room number at the ho tel?A. 631B. 136.C. 361.听下面一段对话，回答第3— 5 题。

3.How will Mike travel to New York?A. He will take a ride in Kate’s brother’s car.B. He will drive his own car.C.He will take a train.4. Where did Mike and Jack meet last summer?A. At a camp（野营）.B. On a train .C.At a concert.5. What can we learn about Mike and Jack ?A. Jack has moved away from NewYork State.B.They once stayed in the same tent（帐篷）.C. Mike will learn music from Jack.第二节听取信息（共5小题，每小题1分，满分5分）第一节完形填空(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从11—25各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

My father often works very hard. And he seldom goes to the movies. Here Iwill tell you a 11 story about him.One afternoon, when he finished his work, and 12 go home, he founda film ticket under the glass on his desk. He thought he 13 to have not much work to do that day and 14 was quite wonderful to pass the eveningat the cinema.So he came back home and 15 finished his supper. Then he said good-bye to us and left.But to our 16 , he came back about half an hour later. I asked him what was the matter .He smiled and told us about the funny thing that had happened at the 17 .Whey my father was sitting in his seat, a 18 came to father’s seat and said that the seat was hers. My father was surprised. He took out the ticket 19 looked at it carefully. It was Row 17, 20 . And then he looked at the seat.It was 21 . So he asked her to 22 her ticket. She took out the ticket at once and the seat 23 in it was Row 17, Seat 3.Why? What’s the matter with all this? While they were wondering, suddenly the woman said, “The colors of the tickets are different.” 24 they looked at the tickets more carefully. After a while my father said, “Oh, I am sorry, I made a mistake. My ticket is for the 25 a month ago. Take this seat, please.” With these words, he left.11. A. funny B. sad C. bad D. strange12. A. was to B. was about to C. had to D. ought to13. A. happened B. liked C. pretended D. wanted14. A. it B. this C. that D. which15. A. early B. quietly C. quickly D. suddenly16. A. surprise B. joy C. sorrow D. delight17. A. hall B. theatre C. office D. cinema18. A. man B. woman C. boy D. stranger19. A. and B. but C. or D. so20. A. Seat 1 B. Seat 2 C. Seat 3 D. Seat 421. A. different B. unusual C. the same D. strange22. A. bring B. get C. see D. show23. A. said B. named C. told D. shown24. A. .But B. However C. So D. Yet25. A. exhibition B. play C. concert D. film第二节语法填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)根据句子结构的语法性,在下面空格处填入一个适当的词语或使用括号中词语的适当形式填空,并将答案填写在答题卡标号为26---40的相应位置。

2023－2024学年第一学期高三四校联考（二）英语试题参考答案第二部分阅读第一节21-23CAC24-27DABD28-31BCDC32-35CADC第二节36-40FDGEB第三部分语言知识运用第一节41-45DBCDC46-50ABDAC51-55ADACB第二节56.uncovered57.Dating58.as59.where60.to preventid62.original63.technologically64.the65.tools第四部分写作第一节应用文写作Dear Jim,How is everything going?Regarding your request for book recommendations in Chinese culture,I’d be more than happy to assist you.My first recommendation is the type of books centering on Chinese Civilization.These books provide a comprehensive overview of China’s rich history,including its ancient civilization,dynasties,and cultural developments.Moreover,books on“Chinese Traditions and Customs”are highly recommended,which delves into the unique Chinese customs,traditions,and rituals that shape Chinese society.By reading them,readers will definitely gain valuable insights into China’s cultural heritage,and its societal norms.Hopefully,my recommendation will greatly contribute to your school’s collection and provide students with a broader perspective on Chinese culture.Yours,Li Hua第二节读后续写Everett did as he was told.At first,Everett stood on the side of the road in a daze.As a five-year-old boy,he did not know how to stop the passing car.However,thinking of his father and brother struggling in the well,he gathered his courage again and shouted bravely for help.Although a couple didn‘t quite understand what Everett was saying,the repeated words like“danger”“well”“help”quickly attracted their attention.They realized the seriousness of the problem.They called119immediately and drove Everett to the farm.The couple hurried to the well with Everett.When they reached the top of the well,they were shocked by what they saw.In the well,Brandon's hand was shaking constantly,and Louie was crying with fear.The couple kept encouraging them and went to the trunk to get a rope to help them out.Hardly had they used the rope to pull Louie out when the rescuers arrived.After getting out,Brandon expressed his gratitude to every rescuer.They said that if it hadn’t been for Everett’s efforts,they would not have been able to come to their assistance in time.Of course, God helps those who help themselves,what really saved them was their own spirit of not giving up in the face of difficulties.2023－2024学年第一学期高三四校联考（二）英语试题答案详解阅读A篇【导语】这是一篇应用文。

试题类型：A “四校”2018-2019学年度高三第一次联考英语试题最新试卷十年寒窗苦，踏上高考路，心态放平和，信心要十足，面对考试卷，下笔如有神，短信送祝福，愿你能高中，马到功自成，金榜定题最新试卷多少汗水曾洒下，多少期待曾播种，终是在高考交卷的一刹尘埃落地，多少记忆梦中惦记，多少青春付与流水，人生，总有一次这样的成败，才算长大。

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注意事项：1. 本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和第II卷(非选择题)两部分。

2. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等信息填写在答题卷的相应位置。

3. 全部答案在答题卡和答题卷上完成，答在本试卷上无效。

4. 本试卷卷面总分为120分，考生最终成绩按总分135分进行折算，折算公式：最终成绩=卷面成绩(总分120分)×1.125，四舍五入取整数计分。

第I卷第一部分阅读理解（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。

ADuring the cold winter days, there are some interesting festivals in the world. Look at the following ones.Harbin Ice and Snow FestivalPlace: ChinaTime: January 5 to February 5People build incredible things out of ice and snow, decorating them with lights.The Carnival of VenicePlace: ItalyTime: between February and MarchOne of the most beautiful festivals in the world, people wear masks and elaborate costumesto hide differences among classes, and there are contests for the best costumes.Holi FestivalPlace: IndiaTime: late February/ March, on the last full moon dayHindus and Sikhs, in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka celebrate the main day of this incrediblyfun 16-day festival by throwing colored powder and water at each other.Sundance Film FestivalPlace: Utah, the USTime: end of FebruaryThe largest independent film festival in the US. Watch both feature films and shorts. Youneed to buy a ticket.1. Which of the following festivals can’t be celebrated at the end of February?A. Sundance Film Festival.B. Harbin Ice and Snow Festival.C. Holi Festival.D. The Carnival of Venice.2. If you want to watch wonderful films, you may go to _______.A. IndiaB. ChinaC. AmericaD. Italy3. If you go to Europe, which festival can you celebrate?A. Sundance Film FestivalB. Holi FestivalC. The Carnival of VeniceD. Harbin Ice and Snow Festival.BThomas James Hanson will remember for a long time the snowstorm that hit the state ofNew York on November 22. The 47-year-old man from Niagara Falls was stuck in his car on the highway for almost eight days after his vehicle was accidentally pushed to the side of the roadand covered with snow by workers employed to remove the snow from the streets.Driving on the Interstate Highway 190 during the worst of the snowstorm, Mr. Hanson decided to pull over his old 1993 Volkswagen Passat to the side of the road and wait for the weather conditions to improve. He remained motionless for approximately five hours before asnow plow arrived to clear the way. Unfortunately for the poor man, the driver of the giganticsnow removal vehicle did not see the small car, pushing it into the ditch and covering it withmore than 2 meters of snow.Fortunately for the father of two children, the snow that was stacked over his vehicle wasnot very dense and allowed for enough fresh air to get through to enable him to survive. He was able to drink water that he obtained by melting snow with his lighter in an aluminum coffee cup,and he ate the few items of groceries he had bought before going home.―If I had known I would be stuck for eight days, I would have bought more than a jar of dill pickles(咸菜), a bottle of ketchup and two sticks of beef jerky(牛肉干),‖ said the survivor with a smile.Thomas Hanson had almost lost all hope of being rescued when his car was hit once againthis morning by another snow plow, which revealed the poor man’s location.4. What caused Thomas James Hanson to fall into the ditch according to the passage?A. His drunk driving.B. The strong wind.C. The slippery road.D. A snow removal vehicle.5. It can be learned from the passage that _______.A. Mr. Hanson had bought some food before the accident.B. Mr. Hanson got rescued on November 22 eventuallyC. Mr. Hanson had enough bottled water to drink in the carD. Mr. Hanson was stuck in the car with his children.6. Which of the following can best describe Thomas James Hanson?A. Quick-minded.B. Hard-working.C. HumorousD. Careless7. Which of the following would be the best title of the passage?A. Heavy Snowstorm Caused Disaster to New YorkB. Man Found Alive after Being Stuck 8 Days under SnowC. Thomas James Hanson – a Black Sheep in the SnowD. Wonderful Eight Days of Experience in the SnowCThe Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 1861 in response to the increasing industrialization of theUnited States. The institute stressed laboratory instruction in applied science and engineering.MIT’s early emphasis on applied technology at the undergraduate and graduate levels led toclose cooperation with industry. Curricular reforms under Karl Compton and Vannevar Bush inthe 1930s emphasized basic science. MIT was elected to the Association of American Universities in 1934. Today, the institute comprises various academic departments with a strongemphasis on scientific, engineering, and technological education and research.MIT is one of the most selective higher learning institutions, and received 18,357 undergraduate applicants for the class of 2018 —only admitting 1,419, an acceptance rate of7.73%.MIT’s 168-acre campus spans approximately a mile of the north side of the Charles Riverbasin in the city of Cambridge. The campus is divided roughly in half by Massachusetts Avenue,with most dormitories and student life facilities to the west and most academic buildings to theeast. MIT’s on-campus nuclear reactor is one of the most powerful university-based nuclearreactors in the United States. In 1999 Bill Gates donated $20 million to MIT for the constructionof computer laboratory named the ―William H. Gates Building‖. While Microsoft had previo given financial support to the institution, this was the first personal donation received from Gates.Other notable campus facilities include a pressurized wind tunnel and a towing tank for testingship and ocean structure designs.8. From the passage, we know MIT _______.A. is a public research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts.B. became a member of the Association of American Universities in 1934C. was founded to improve the development of agriculture of the United StatesD. at present puts emphasis on applied technology9. If there are 30,000 undergraduates applying for admission to MIT, only about ______ of themwill succeed.A. 1,319B. 2,319C. 3,319D. 4,31910. On MIT’s campus, you can’t find _______.A. Massachusetts AvenueB. a nuclear reactorC. a pressurized wind tunnelD. the Charles River11. The passage is written mainly to _______.A. present Bill Gate’s contributions to MITB. encourage more students to apply to MITC. give a brief introduction of MITD. attract more visitors to MassachusettsDSee a cellphone cover that you like on Taobao? Forget about placing an order, paying thebill online and waiting for days for it to be delivered to you. In the near future, you'll be able toget it in minutes just by hitting ―print‖ on your computer.You might find it hard to believe that you cou ld actually ―print‖ an object like you would a picture. But it is not that hard to understand how it would work. Just as a traditional printer sprays (喷) ink onto paper line by line, modern 3D printers spread material onto a surface layerby layer, from the bottom to the top, gradually building up a shape.Instead of ink, the materials the 3D printer uses are mainly plastic, resin(树脂) and certain metals. The thinner each layer is—from a millimetre to less than the width of a hair—the smoother and finer the object will be.This may sound like a completely new technology, but the truth is that 3D printing has been around since the late 1980s. Back then, it was barely affordable for most people, so few knewabout it.Last year, though, saw a big change in the 3D printing industry—printers became much cheaper. For example, 10 years ago a desktop 3D printer might have cost ￡20，000, while nowthey cost only about ￡1，000, according to the BBC.Taken out of the factory and introduced to more diverse and common uses, 3D printing cancreate just about anything you can think of—flutes (笛子), bikinis, jewelry, aircraft parts and even human organs. In fact, scientists from Cornell University in New York have just made anartificial ear using a 3D printer, according to Science Daily. The fake ear looks and acts exactlylike a natural one.However, as 3D printing becomes more common, it may bring about certain problems—such as piracy. ―Once you can download a coffee maker, or print out a new set of kitchen utensils (餐具) on your personal 3D printer, who will visit a retail (零售的) store again？‖ an expert in 3D printing told Forbes News. Even more frightening, what if anyone inthe world could use a 3D printer to print out a fully functioning gun?12. According to the article, in the future, the 3D printing technology will _______.A. enable people to make better purchases onlineB. change the way we make many productsC. be applied as widely in our daily life as computersD. shorten the time it takes for people to get what they buy online13. What happened in the 3D printing industry last year?A. The 3D printing technology was taken out of the factory.B. The 3D printing technology began to be used in various fields.C. The 3D printer was used for medical treatment for the first time.D. The 3D printer became more affordable for consumers.14. How is the last paragraph developed?A. By giving examples.B. By making comparisons.C. By analyzing the cause and effect.D. By presenting research findings.15. What is the best title of the passage?A. Great Demand for 3D PrintersB. Technology in the FutureC. Online Shopping DisappearingD. Printing out Everything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。

2019-2020学年广州市广雅实验学校高三英语第四次联考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ARome can be pricey for travelers, which is why many choose to stay in a hostel (旅社). The hostels in Rome offer a bed in a dorm room for around $25 anight, and for that, you’ll often get to stay in a central location (位置) with security and comfort.Yellow HostelIf I had to make just one recommendation for where to stay in Rome, it would be Yellow Hostel. It’s one of the best-rated hostels in the city, and for good reason. It’s affordable, and it’s got a fun atmosphere without being too noisy. As an added bonus, it’s close to the main train station.Hostel Alessandro PalaceIf you love social hostels, this is the best hostel for you in Rome. Hostel Alessandro Palace is fun. Staff members hold plenty of bar events for guests like free shots, bar crawls and karaoke. There’s also an area on the rooftop for hanging out with other travelers during the summer.Youth Station HostelIf you’re looking for cleanliness and a modern hostel, look no further than Youth Station. It offers beautiful furnishings and beds. There are plenty of other benefits, too; it doesn’t charge city tax; it has both air conditioning and a heater for the rooms; it also has free Wi-Fi in every room.Hotel and Hostel Des ArtistesHotel and Hostel Des Artistes is located just a 10-minute walk from the central city station and it’s close to all of the city’s main attractions. The staff is friendly and helpful, providing you with a map of the city when you arrive, and offering advice if you require some. However, you need to pay 2 euros a day for Wi-Fi.1.What is probably the major concern of travelers who choose to stay in a hostel?fort.B.Security.C.Price.D.Location.2.Which hotel best suits people who enjoy an active social life?A.Yellow Hostel.B.Hostel Alessandro Palace.C.Youth Station Hostel.D.Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes.3.What is the disadvantage of Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes?A.It gets noisy at night.B.Its staff is too talkative.C.It charges for Wi-Fi.D.It’s inconveniently located.BAfter a year at sea, 16-year-old Laura Dekker can finally say, “Missionaccomplished!” Last month, she finished a daring trip around the world aboard her 38-foot boat, Guppy. Dekker, who is from theNetherlands, traveled more than 30,000 miles all by herself. She is the youngest person ever to sail around the globe alone.Dekker had wanted to lake on this challenge when she was even younger. She first tried to set sail at the age of 13, but a court in theNetherlandsstopped her. They said that she was too young to make such a risky trip by herself. But Dekker insisted she had the navigation skills and patience of an adult sailor.She finally took off on January 20, 2011. During her trip, Dekker battled loneliness, storms, and worries about pirates. But she also got to surf, scuba dive, and started a new hobby: playing the flute. Although Dekker didn’t spend all of her time at sea—she stopped at ports along the way—she did spend her 16lh birthday on the open ocean. To celebrate, she ate doughnuts for breakfast.But Dekker didn’t sail into the record books. Guinness World Records and the World Sailing Speed Record Council no longer recognize records for “youngest” sailors. They dropped the category in 2009 to discourage children fromattempting such dangerous feats (壮举). But that didn’t stop Dekker，who was born on a yacht during a seven-year world voyage undertaken by her parents.Dekker doesn’t mind that she won’t hold an official record. She says it was a personal goal, and she is happy she achieved it.“I am not disappointed at all that Guinness World Record won’t recognize my attempt.” Dekker wrote on her website. “I did not start on my trip to achieve any record…I did it just for myself.”4. Dekker wasn’t allowed to sail at the age of 13 because .A. people were concerned about her safetyB.she didn’t learn any sailing skills wellC. she had to continue her study at schoolD. she didn’t have enough patience for long trips5. What does the underlined word “accomplished” in Paragraph 1 mean?A. Failed.B. Completed.C. Continued.D. Started.6. In 2009 records for youngest sailors were canceled in order to .A. set a higher sailing standard for teen sailorsB. stop children entering Guinness World RecordsC. encourage parents to sail with their childrenD. prevent children making dangerous attempts7. What could be the best title for this passage?A. A New Guinness World Record in SailingB. A New Sailing Standard for Teen SailorsC. A Teen Girl Sailing Alone Aroundthe WorldD. The Youngest Sailor in Guinness World RecordsCFor as long as I can remember, my body and I have shared a relationship of discontent. Growing up, I was skinnier than the other kids and at five I was told I wasn't attractive and that I must put on some weight. But no matter how much I ate, I stayed thin for years until adolescence. Then I started putting on weight almost immediately. I remember feeling happy as I began to fill out. However, my joy didn't last long.I was thirteen when I was first called fat. Friends and neighbours would make jokes on my big size. As I entered my late teens, I had completely lost confidence in my body and, subsequently, in myself. Having failed to live up to conventional beauty standards, I was convinced that if I wanted to be loved, I needed to offer more, doing anything to please everyone around.I entered adulthood thinking I wasn't “enough”—an idea that was seeded not only by the fact that “skinny” is celebrated, but also by the language associated with accounts of losing weight—self­improvement, discipline—all virtues. Being fat quickly categorizes you as lazy and undisciplined. Consumed by thoughts of the way my body looked, I didn't notice the other ways my body needed attention. I failed to realize, for example, that my period was much heavier and more painful than ever before. Actually I developed a rare disease and later I had two surgeries.I was always made to feel that my weight was the root of a lot of problems in my life; I have learnt this is not true. After a lot of self­reflection and some professional help, I realized I never learnt to like myself. While two decades of self­hatred cannot be undone overnight, I have taken first steps to acceptance.I am now much lighter than before, in body and mind. There are days I find voices on social media saying I am too fat to be loved or to be worthy, but I am learning not to focus on that thought for long. As long as I like myself,just the way I am, opinions at the end of the day are just water off a duck's back.8. What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs?A. She could change her weight at will.B. She had different beauty standards from others.C. She tried to love others to build her confidence.D. She was greatly influenced by others' opinions.9. Why did the author think she wasn't “enough”?A. She was poorly disciplined.B. She failed to celebrate “skinny”．C. She was labelled as lazy for her weight.D. She put on more weight after entering adulthood.10. What caused the author to make a change?A. Her lighter body.B. A troublesome illness.C. Popular beauty standards.D. Others' critical comments.11. What is the best title for the text?A. Beauty matters.B. Opinions vary.C. Worth your weight.D. Beyond your limits.DWhen my friend suggested going to the op shop (二手商店)，instantly I thought “I hope no one I know sees me”. It was the same when my cousin commented on my new furniture and Japanese, fine-bone-china bowls and asked where I got them. They were from the local op shop but instead I said “from the antique shop”.Many people in my Greek-Cypriot community would look down on me if I said I shopped at the op shop. They may pity me, consider me poor, a failure. Immigrants sacrificed their families and homes for a better life. Buying a house and having enough money to live comfortably, to educate your children and see them also live comfortably, are a big part of the immigrant dream, But has this dream made us materialistic at the cost of our own planet?Our love for purchasing the latest trendy clothes or furniture, then donating them when we are tired of them has become normal. I was once like this. But after watching the documentaryThe True CostI learned donated clothes that don’t get sold are sent to developing nations, many of them ending up in landfills (垃圾填埋地). In addition, your new dress requires electricity and materials to make. But if you buy a second-hand dress, that’s one less dress in a landfill and one less new dress to be made.A friend introduced me to op shopping only a few years ago. My firstitem was a dress she gifted me. It was lovely and I loved it. Nobody could tell it was second-hand. This opened me up to purchasing more second-hand high quality branded clothes. Once I visited a friend and was impressed by how she decorated her apartment. “It’s all second-hand,” she said. I couldn’t believe it. The truth is a lot of things sold at the op shop are in new or almost new condition. That’s when I made the decision to only buy second-hand things.Selling second-hand things isn’t anything new butwhat the planet needs is more buyers. There is so much excess (过量) production in the world. So stop feeling ashamed, and let’s get shopping.12. What kind of feeling is expressed in Paragraph 1?A. Pride.B. Embarrassment.C. Delight.D. Sympathy.13. Whatare many people in the author’s community like?A. They are probably materialistic.B. They care about the environment.C. They think highly of op shopping.D. They look down upon immigrants.14. What was the author encouraged to do after visiting her friend’s apartment?A. Watch the documentaryThe True Cost.B. Donate more to local charities.C. Avoid shopping too much.D. Stop buying new things.15. What’s the purpose of the text?A. To entertain.B. To advertise.C. To persuade.D. To describe.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。

2019-2020 学年第一学期高三 8 月开学广雅、执信、六中、深外四校联考英语本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，共10 页，满分120 分，考试用时120 分钟第一部分阅读理解（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A、B、C 和D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

AThe things that kids choose to play with can impact our Earth.The manufacturing of toys and games can produce harmful pollution and non-recyclable waste, which is harmful to our planet. But some toymakers are creating items for kids that aim higher. They use natural or non-harmful materials, and find ways to reuse and recycle. Toys and kits (成套工具) can also teach kids about environmentally friendly solutions. Here are a few of our favorite low-impact, high-fun toys.Test the watersWater is Earth's most precious natural resource. Many people take it for granted, but not everybody in the world has access to clean water. Learn about the science behind one solution with Thames & Kosmos’ Global Water Quality Experiment Kit. The kit comes with tools and instructions for conducting eight important experiments including testing the quality of H2O and making dirty water cleaner. ($15)Plant tomatoesWhen communities in dry, desert regions experience drought, it impacts their agricultural practices. Learn about water preservation and grow delicious cherry tomatoes with Back to the Roots’ Self-Watering Tomato Planter. It features technology that African desert farmers have been using for thousands of years: a delicate clay pot releases water, but only when the surrounding soil has dried up. ($30)Draw with veggiesWee Can Too’s Veggie Sidewalk Chalk is made from fruit and vegetable powders — it's practically safe to eat! The chalk, created using environmentally friendly ingredients, has none of the chemicals found in your typical sidewalk chalk. When the rain comes and washes away your masterpiece, no harmful pollutants will be entering the environment. ($12)Create with cardboardWhen cardboard breaks down in a landfill, it creates methane, a major greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. Recycled cardboard can be transformed into a work of art with the Cardboard Tool Kit from UncommonGoods. The kit comes with 28 reusable parts for fastening cardboard pieces together. Now let your imagination go wild! ($13)1.What is special about Back to the Roots' small clay pot?A.It has a long history.B. It is a recent invention.C. It can improve tomatoes’ taste.D. It uses anti-drought technology.2.Which product needs users to be imaginative?A.Cardboard Tool Kit.B. Veggie Sidewalk Chalk.C. Self-Watering Tomato Planter.D. Global Water Quality Experiment Kit.3.What do the four products have in common?A.They are hard to use.B. They are Earth-friendly toys.C. They are good for kids’ health.D. They are great choices for art-lovers.B“Yes, he must be a poor artist,” thought Miss Martha, a middle-aged single lady who had a bakery. A regular customer attracted her attention. He spoke English with a strong German accent. His clothes were worn and wrinkled in places. But he looked neat, and had very good manners. Once Miss Martha saw a red and brown stain on his fingers.Every time he bought two loaves of stale(陈旧的) bread. Fresh bread was five cents a loaf. Stale ones were twofor five. Never did he call for anything but stale bread.Genius often has to struggle before it is recognized. Her heart ached to add something good to eat to his purchase, but she did not dare offered him. She knew the pride of artists.One day the customer came in as usual. While Miss Martha was reaching for loaves, there was a fire-engine with great noise outside. The customer hurried to the door to look, as any one will. Suddenly inspired, Miss Martha seized the opportunity and quickly inserted a generous quantity of butter into the loaves to do a pleasant favor for him.Had she been too bold? Would he take offense? She imagined the scene when he should discover her little secret. Would he think of the hand that put the butter? Would he invite her to look at his artwork?The other day in his friend’s company, the man came, with his face red and hair terribly messy. He clinched his two fists and shook them angrily at Miss Martha. “Stupid!” he shouted with extreme loudness, “You haf spoiled me. You vas von meddingsome old cat!”The other man said, “That’s Blumberger, an architectural draftsman. He’s been working hard for three months drawing a plan for a new city hall. He always makes his drawi ng in pencil first. When it’s done he rubs out the pencil lines with handfuls of stale bread. That’s better than India rubber. Well, until today! That butter isn’t well. Blumberger’s plan isn’t good for anything now.”4.Miss Martha assumes that the man is .A.a genius painter who cannot afford fresh breadB.a talented artist who shows interest in herC.a hardworking architect who is yet to be recognizedD.a proud customer who has very good manners5.Miss Martha added butter to the man’s loaves out of .A.pityB. curiosityC. loveD. guilt6.Why was the man annoyed?A.Because the loaves ruined his reputation.B.Because the butter interrupted his plan.C.Because Miss Martha destroyed his draft.D.Because his friend let out his secret.7.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.One Good Act Being Well Awarded.B. A Good Deed Coming to No Good.C. The Talented Receiving Nothing.D. Love Leading to Misunderstanding.CBollywood doesn’t do thrillers well. About the only exception to this rule is one man: Sriram Raghavan. His latest, Andhadhun, adapted from a French short story, is a glorious keep-them-guessing thriller, which never loses sight of that most important question: so what happens next?It has become harder and harder to make such movies because audience have watched too many and, like children who enjoy spoiling others’ pleasure by staying around a birthday party magician, make a game out of spotting the littl etricks and loudly predict the next twist. This is why we need directors who refuse to be obvious. Everybody knows how a mystery should work, but Raghavan knows how all the mysteries work.The movie is set in present day Pune, India. Akash (Ayushmann Khurana) is a talented pianist who pretends to be blind to get more work. In a private performance the ‘blind’ pianist accidentally witnesses a murder. As he plays the piano, a dead body is thrown away. There is no dialogue because the murder ers don’t want him to hear anything suspicious. With extreme horror, Akash has to pretend not to see everything and calmly continues his music. Ayushmann’s performance is absolutely genius, giving viewers the feelings of watching a part of the scene stolen from a silent film. The movie probably wouldn’t have the impact had the role been starred in by anyone else.The five writers of the movie have also done an unbelievably amazing job of giving us a script with several twists and turns. Fortunately it is not a case of too many cooks spoiling the broth( 汤). The writing is very entertaining and is the real hero of the film.It’s been a while since I’ve had so much twisty fun at the movies. Here is my pro-tip, do not step out, do not look away, and stay right till the end. And you will find yourself at the edge of your seat.8.Why does the author mention children at the birthday party at paragraph 2?A.To indicate the fun of making guesses in a movie.B.To show the challenge of surprising audiences.C.To prove the director’s talent for making thrillers.D.To tell the importance of not being too obvious.9.What does the writer think of Aysshmann Khurana?A.He contributes to the success of the movie.B.He learns a lot from the silent movie.C.He is a genius actor and director.D.He attracts audience with his mysteries.10.What does the underlined part in the last paragraph mean?A.You will find it improper to leave before it ends.B.You will find yourself lost in deep thought.C.You will enjoy the movie comfortably.D.You will watch the movie attentively.11.What is the main purpose of this article?A.To inform the reader of a new movie.B.To praise the directing skill of Raghavan.C.To make a remark on Andhadhun.D.To give advice on watching the movie.DEconomically speaking, are we better off than we were ten years ago? Twenty years ago?In their thirst for evidence on this issue, commentators seized on the recent report by the Census Bureau, which found that average household income rose by 5.2% in 2015. Unfortunately, that conclusion puts too much weight on a useful but flawed and incomplete statistic. Among the more significant problems with the Census‘s measure are that:1) it excludes taxes, transfers, and compensation like employer-provided health insurance; and 2) it is based on surveys rather than data. Even if precisely measured, income data exclude important determinants of economic well-being, such as the hours of work needed to earn that income.While thinking about the question, we came across a recently published article by Charles Jones and Peter Klenow, which proposes an interesting new measure of economic welfare. While by no means perfect, it is considerably more comprehensive than average income, taking into account not only growth in consumption per person but also changes in working time, life expectancy, and inequality. Moreover, it can be used to assess economic performance both across countries and over time.The Jones-Klenow method can be illustrated by a cross-country example. Suppose we want to compare the economic welfare of citizens of the U.S. and France in 2005.In 2005, as the authors observe, real consumption per person in France was only 60% as high as the U.S., making it appear that Americans were economically much better off than the French on average. However, that comparison leaves out other relevant factors: leisure time, life expectancy, and economic inequality. The French take longer vacations and retire earlier, so typically work fewer hours; they enjoy a higher life expectancy, reflecting advantages with respect to health care, diet, lifestyle, and the like; and income and consumption are somewhat more equally distributed there than in the U.S. Because of these differences, comparing France‘s consumption with the U.S.’s overstates the gap in economic welfare.Similar calculations can be used to compare the U.S. and other countries. For example, this calculation puts economic welfare in the United Kingdom at 97% of U.S. levels, but estimates Mexican well-being at 22%.12.What does the author think of the 2015 report by the Census Bureau?A.It evidences the improved welfare.B.It provides much food for thought.C.It reflects the economic changes.D.It is based on questionable statistics.13.What does the author say about the Jones-Klenow method?A.It is widely used to compare the economic growth across countries.B.It revolutionizes the way of measuring ordinary people‘s welfare.C.It focuses on people‘s consumption rather that their average income.D.It is a more comprehensive measure of people‘s economic well-being.14.What do Jones and Klenow think of the comparison between France and the U.S. in terms of real consumption perperson?A.It fails to count in their difference in natural resources.B.It ignores many important indicators of people‘s welfare.C.It covers up the differences between individual citizens.D.It reflects the existing big gap between the two economies.15.What will the author most probably focus on in the following part?A.Another aspect the Jones-Klenow method assesses.B.Other new methods to measure the economic welfare.C.A brief introduction to Charles Jones and Peter Klenow.D.The detailed report on the welfare of the United Kingdom.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。

2018-2019年最新广雅中学自主招生考试英语模拟精品试卷（第一套）考试时间：120分钟总分：150分第I卷（选择题，共100分）第一节：单项填空（共25小题，每小题1分，满分25分）1. —When did the terrible earthquake in YaNan happen?—It happened ________ the morning of April 20, 2013.A. onB. atC. inD. /2. Our teacher told us ________ too much noise in class.A. to makeB. makeC. not to makeD. not make3. Here is your hat. Don’t forget______ when you __________.A. to put it on, leaveB. to wear it, leaveC. to wear it, will leaveD. putting it on, will leave4. The baby is sleeping. You _____ make so much noise.A. won’tB. mustn’tC. may notD. needn’t5. Since you are _____ trouble, why not ask _________ help?A. in, forB. in, toC. with, forD. with, to6. It’s about___________kilometers from Nanchong to Chengdu.A. two hundredsB. two hundreds ofC. two hundredD. two hundred of7. It is six years since my dear uncle ________China.A. leftB. has leftC. is leftD. had left8. —How long _______ you _______ the bicycle?—About two weeks.A. have, hadB. have, boughtC. did, buyD. have, have9. The Yellow River is not so ________ as the Yangtze River.A. longerB. longC. longestD. a long10. Mrs.Green usually goes shopping with ________ umbrella in ________ summer. A. a；theB. an； /C. the； aD. /；/11. At first, I was not too sure if he could answer the question. However, ____,he worked it out at last with the help of his friend.A. to my angerB. to my surpriseC. in other wordsD. in a word12. —Must I stay here with you?—No, you ______.You may go home, but you _____ go to the net bar (网吧).A. mustn't; needn'tB. needn't; mustn'tC. must; needD. need; must13. I ______ the newspaper while my mother _____TV plays yesterday evening.A. was reading; was watchingB. was reading; watchedC. read; was watchingD. read; would watch14. It's a rule in my class that our classroom ________ before 6：00 p. m.every day.A. be able to cleanB. should be cleaningC. must cleanD. must be cleaned15. —Tom wants to know if you ________ a picnic next Sunday.—Yes. But if it ________， we'll visit the museum instead.A. will have; will rainB. have; rainsC. have; will rainD. will have; rains16.—Would you mind looking after my dog while I'm on holiday?—________.A. Of course notB. Yes. I'd be happy toC. Not at all. I've no timeD. Yes, please17. Many students didn’t realize the importance of study _______they left school.A. whenB. untilC. afterD. unless18. My father _______ to Shanghai. He _______ for over 2 months.A. has been, has leftB. has gone, has goneC. has gone, has been awayD. has been, has gone19. They are your skirts. Please __________.A. put it awayB. put out itC. put them awayD. put them out20. —Please read every sentence carefully. you are, mistakes you’ll make.—Thank you for your advice.A. The more carefully; the fewerB. The more careful; the lessC. The more carefully; the lessD. The more careful; the fewer21. My friend is coming today but he didn’t tell me _______.A. when did the train arriveB. how did the train arriveC. when the train arrivedD. how the train arrived22. I felt it hard to keep up with my classmate s. But whenever Iwant to _______, my teacher always encourages me to work harder.A. go onB. give upC. run awayD. give back23. —________ fine weather it is today!—Let's go for a picnic.A. WhatB. HowC. What aD. How a24. — Mary, you’re going to buy an apartment here, aren’t you?—Yes, but I can’t_______an expensive one.A. spendB. costC. payD. afford25. —Would you like to drink coffee or milk?—_________. Please give me some tea.A. NeitherB. BothC. EitherD. None第二节：完形填空（共20小题，每小题1分，满分20分）(A)Big schoolbags have been a serious problem for students for a long time.Maybe your schoolbag is too __26__ to carry, and it troubles you a lot __27__ you want to find a book out to read. Now an e­textbook will __28__ you.It is said that e­textbooks are going to be __29__ in Chinese middle schools.An e­textbook, in fact, is a small __30__ for students.It is much __31__ than a usual schoolbag and easy to carry. Though it is as small as a book, it can __32__ all the materials (材料) for study.The students can read the text page by page on the __33__， take notes with the pointer (屏写笔). Or even “__34__” their homework to their teachers by sending e­mails. All they have to do is to press a button.Some people say e­textbooks are good, but some say they may be __35__ for the students' eyes. What do you think of it?26.A.light B. heavy C. useful D. comfortable27.A.till B. after C. before D. when28.A.trouble B. prevent C. help D. understanded B. kept C. invented D. lent B. radio C. pen D. computer31.A.heavier B. lighter C. cheaper D. brighter32.A.hold B. build C. discover D. practice33.A.blackboard B. desk C. screen D. card34.A.find out B. hand in C. get back D. give back35.A.helpful B. famous C. good D. bad(B)。

2024届广东省四校高三上学期第一次联考英语试题一、听力选择题1. Where will the man go tomorrow?A．To the stadium.B．To Australia.C．To the railway station.2. What is the man doing?A．Placing an order.B．Learning to cook.C．Paying the bill.3. What does the man offer to do?A．Exchange some money.B．Drive the woman to the bank.C．Take a trip with the woman.4. Who is wearing a yellow dress?A．Miss Cake.B．Mrs. Smith.C．Mrs. Smart.5. Where does the man want to go?A．The school.B．The post office.C．The bank.二、听力选择题6. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. What is bothering Mark?A．A fever.B．A head injury.C．A stomachache.2. What does Mark decide to do?A．Ask the woman’s cousin for advice.B．Finish his work.C．See a doctor.3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Mother and son.B．Workmates.C．Husband and wife.7. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. What does the woman’s new boss expect her to do?A．Start work early.B．Be active at work.C．Send his kids to school.2. How will the woman deal with her problem?A．By discussing it with Alice.B．By finding a new job.C．By talking to her boss.3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Friends.B．A couple.C．Colleagues.8. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

广东省广州海珠区四校联考2018-2019学年英语高二下学期期末模拟试卷第二部分阅读理解（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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

AShanghai Disneyland cost $5.5 billion to build and it is said to be the cheapest out of all the Disneyland resorts. Take the following advice to make a wonderful trip.1. Buy Souvenirs in AdvanceDisney has covered practically every industry, which makes it easy to find Disney items anywhere, from Walmart, Target, and your local grocery stores to department stores and Amazon. You can save a lot of money by purchasing items before your trip at these less-expensive retailers(零售商) than at Disneyland.2. Make an Autograph Book (签名簿)An autograph book is seen as a must-have by many Disneyland enthusiasts and is a memory you can take home with you. These books can cost anywhere from $7.95 to $19.95 at the Disney Store and up to $30 for the latest-and-greatest autograph book at Disneyland, such as the park’s 60th anniversary edition. Other options can get the job done for under $5. For example, you can buy a small, generic photo album; cute memo pads or notebooks.3. Bring Your Own Food and DrinksWhile Disney’s official policy says it does not allow outside food or drinks, Disneyland does allow most food items. Take snacks for throughout the day or pack a lunch to enjoy in the picnic area just outside the main entrance of the park.4. Arrange Your Trip Around the Low Season TimesLots of things, from airfare to souvenirs, can get more expensive during Disneyland’s busier time of the year. To make the most of your money, plan your trip during the park’s low season. The months of September through March—excluding December—are not as crowded at the parks, and even hotels can be less expensive during these months.21. Where may the souvenirs of Disneyland cost you most?A. On Amazon.B. In Walmart.C. At Disneyland.D. In grocery stores.22. Why do many people make an autograph book?A. It’s a must-have.B. It’s a memory.C. It’s up-to-date.D. It’s very cheap.23. According to the writer, when is the best time to visit Disneyland?A. During the off-season.B. From September to March.C. When airfare is cheaper.D. During Disneyland’s busier time.BThere are works of fiction that are published, enjoyed, but after a few years, more or less disappear. Then there are novels that don’t just have literary success, but major cultural impact. One such book is One Hundred Years of Solitude, whose 50th anniversary is this year. It was written by Gabriel Garcia Marquez (1927-2018).It is an epic(史诗) tale of the nation of Colombia, from the country’s founding to Marquez’s own time. The novel is a major example of a revolution in South American writing that was to have a far-reaching influence on global literature. The method of writing that Marquez and others are credited with inventing, “magic realism”，switched normal storytelling into a style where anything could happen.Marquez treats Colombian history skeptically. He focuses on political corruption(腐败), civil war and the negative influence of American big business. And while this could be a description of a very conventional novel, One Hundred Years of Solitude is anything but conventional.It took a memory of his grandmother to show him the right way to write the novel. He recalled that when she told him stories in his childhood, she would put on a “brick face”. Marquez remembered this trick and began to write the novel differently. He wrote, “If you tell something to someone with an absolutely serious expression on your face, you have a chance of them believing what you say.” It seems that mastering this trick of his grandmother’s helped Marquez create one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century.24. What do we know about One Hundred Years of Solitude from Paragraph 1?A. It was written in 1927.B. It came out as a failure.C. It holds an important status.D. It faded away after publishing.25. Why did the novel have a deep effect on global literature?A. It created the magic realism.B. It is an epic tale of Colombia.C. It tells a South American revolution.D. It used a normal storytelling method.26. How does the author think of Marquez’s writing style?A. SkepticalB. Realistic.C. Conventional.D. Untraditional.27. What does the underlined phrase “brick face” in Paragraph 4 refer to?A. Serious look.B. Funny expression.C. Beautiful dress.D. Strong face mask.CHandEnergy is an apple-sized device (设备) that charges your phone anytime, anywhere. But what really makes this thing special is the fact that it uses your own personal energy to do it.In a time where power-banks (充电宝) and solar-power devices have bee mainstream, a device that lets you charge doesn’t sound very special. But while power-banks have to be charged the old fashioned way, and solar-power devices need the sun to store energy, HandEnergy just needs a hand. To get this little guy to produce energy, which it then stores in built-in batteries, all you have to do is hold it in your hand and rotate (旋转) your wrists.To use HandEnergy, users start by winding a starter ring. This sends a signal to activate the rotor (旋转器), at which point they can start rotating their wrists to keep the rotor spinning. It might sound hard to believe, but the rotor inside HandEnergy spins at an average speed of 5,000 rotations per minute, changing mechanical power into an electric current, and charging the built-in batteries. To charge a device, all you have to do is connect it to HandEnergy using a USB cable.HandEnergy was successfully crowdfunded on Kickstarter, raising over $71,000 m one month, and will be available for the masses in May 2018，at a price of $99. One thing is for sure—it beats paying thousands of dollars on a solar-powered charging device.28. What is HandEnergy used for?A. Controling an Apple phone.B. Providing power.C. Burning personal energy.D. Amusing a child.29. How does HandEnergy produce energy?A. By exposing it to the sun.B. By keeping its rotor spinning.C. By connecting the power source.D. By opening and closing your hand.30. Which of the following is the right order?① Users wind a starter ring.② The battery is charged.③ The rotor spins.④ Users rotate their wrists.A. ①②③④B. ③①②④C. ①④③②D. ③④①②31. What can be inferred about HandEnergy from the last paragraph?A. It is sort of expensive.B. It has e into market.C. It is popular with the public.D. It may have a bright future.DMeditation is a way to gain a better understanding of what is going on inside your head and your body, and it can help you have a better life.There are almost endless different kinds of meditation but they all have one thing in mon, the seated gesture. Sitting with your back straight and your legs crossed allows the body to bee motionless for long enough to get in touch with the feelings you are having inside, and the effect those feelings are having on your state of mind.All of the different forms of meditation have one purpose, to allow you to separate your “self” from what’s going on in your head! Why does this matter? Because most of what is going on in our heads isn’t very nice!You see our brains have developed over millions of years, to help us survive. Back in the days of lions and tigers trying to eat us, we had to be very sensitive to dangers around us. Now, millions of years later, our minds are still programmed to seek out danger, so we tend to look at everything from a negative angle.Well, it doesn’t need to be that way! Because we are not cave people anymore! The newest parts of our brain that have developed are where our feelings of love and happiness and creativity function lie.Meditation helps us cool down the fear response that es naturally to us, and helps us access the higher function areas of our brain.This allows us to live happier, healthier and more productive lives. By having access to this new awesome area of the brain we can do better at school, perform better in sports, have better relationships with our parents and friends, and spot dangerous thoughts and behaviors before they lead us into trouble!32. What is the mon thing in different kinds of meditation?A. Thinking deep in your mind.B. Sitting in the same style.C. Affecting your feelings inside.D. Helping to lead an active life.33. What is the purpose of practicing meditation?A. To tell us what happens in your head.B. To get in touch with the outside world.C. To separate yourself from what you think.D. To get rid of the strange thoughts in your brain.34. What causes us to look at things negatively?A. Many lions and tigers arc around us.B. We have bad relationships in society.C. Sensation to dangers continues until now.D. We lack the higher function areas of our brain.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. What is meditation?B. Meditation made simple.C. Meditation gestures.D. Forms of meditation.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。

广东省华附、省实、深中、广雅四校2019届高三上学期期末联考英语试题本试卷共四大题，共12页, 满分150分。

考试用时135分钟。

注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的校名、姓名、考号填写在答题卡的密封线内。

2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案；答案不能答在试卷上。

3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在另发的答题卷各题目指定区域内的相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液；不按以上要求作答的答案无效。

4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁，考试结束后，将答题卷和答题卡一并收回。

I. 听力(共两节。

满分15分)第一节听力理解(3小段，共9小题；每小题1分，满分9分)听下面3段对话。

每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题五秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话读两遍。

听第一段对话，回答第1--3题。

1. When did the two people see each other last time?A. A long time agoB. Last MondayC. Last Christmas2. What is true about Joey?A. He broke his legB. He is learning to play the pianoC. He is interested in sports3. What is Jerry’s wife doi ng these days?A. She is painting a pictureB. She is learning a foreign languageC. She is typing a book.听第二段对话，回答第4—6题。

广东省广州市广雅中学2018-2019七年级英语上学期期中测试卷一、单项选择。

(20小题，每小题1分，共20分)( )1.There is ( ) W in the word woman ,and ( ) M is the third letter of the word.A. a;anB.an;/C.an;theD.a;the( )2. - ---The smell in the room is really terrible.---You said it. Let’s keep all the windows _____ .A. closedB. openC. openingD. to open( )3. ----Do you often get on-line?---Yes. I ______ most of my time on it .It’s a good way to kill time.A. costB. spendC. payD. Take( )4.---I eat _____ vegetables and ______ meat than I did last year.---That’s why you’re getting fatter.A. fewer, moreB. more, lessC. least, moreD.many,much( )5. ---Does the child need any help?---No. He is old enough to _____ himself.A. put onB. wearC. dressD. take care( )6.---I feel tired and sleepy. ---Why not stop _____?A. to workB. to have a restC. having a restD. to go on with your work( )7.My father me to be a doctor, but my mothe r doesn’t agree him.A. wishes, toB. wishes, withC. hopes, withD. wants, to( )8.---I’m too busy_______ to my fami ly often.---Why not call them instead?A. writingB. to writeC. writtenD. Write( )9.We find the book very ______.A. interestB. interestingC. interestsD. interested( )10.---“ ______ do you write to your parents ?”---“ Once a mon th.”A. How longB. How muchC. How farD. How often( )11.He asked who was _______ in your class.A. the oldestB. oldestC. olderD. the older( )12.The teacher told us ______ Exercise 1 in our exercise books.A. doB. to doC. doingD. Does( )13.Who draw ______ Jack?A. so well asB. as well asC. so better thanD. as good as( )14. ---Do you think there are new words in this unit ?---Yes, that’s right. I’ll first.A. too much, look them upB. too many, look up themC. much too, look them upD. too many, look them up( )15. -It’s time for Meimei and ______ to the Pal ace Museum.A.I goingB.I to goC.me goingD.me to go( )16.What do you think of the report on the UFO?Great! Many students were interested in it and they kept on standing ______ the end of the meetingA.untilB.inC.onD.about( )17.The result is so ______ that we can hardly believe it.A.surprisingB.surprisedC.amazedD.surprise( )18.---What are you going to do tomorrow?---I’m not sure. I____ make a trip to Hangzhou with my girl friend.A. mayB. maybeC. willD. Must( )19. Bob ________to Harbin for a meeting yesterday.A．will go B．goes C．has gone D．went( )20.There _____ an English speaking contest(演讲比赛) for middle school students in our city in early July.A．is going to B．will be C．will have D．is二、完形填空。

2017-2018学年七年级下学期期中质量检测四校联考英语试题本试卷共8页，六大题，满分100分，考试用时90分钟一、听力（共两节，满分15分）略二、找出划线部分发音不同的选项（共5小题，每小题1分，满分5分）11. A. steal B. mean C. reason D. pleasure12. A. pollute B. lucky C. must D. cut13. A. borrows B. laughs C. appears D. remains14. A. cheerful B. machine C. teach D. change15. A. daily B. hobby C. family D. July三、语言知识与运用第一节单项选择（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）从16-25各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

16. Keep working hard, ________ you won’t succeed in the future.A. butB. orC. andD. so17. China is a beautiful country ________ a history of more than 5,000 years.A. alongB. inC. ofD. with18. David hopes to go to ________ to study ________ for about two years.A. Franc, FrenchB. French, FranceC. German, GermanyD. Germany, Germans19. You’d better ________ the right answers when listening to the tape.A. tickingB. to tickC. tickD.to ticking20. Kids help ________ to some cakes.A. themselvesB. yourselfC. yourselvesD. ourselves21. Look! There are so many presents ________ the Christmas tree! Amazing!A. inB. onC. atD. from22. Our monitor is warm-hearted. He is always ready to help ________.A. otherB. othersC. the otherD. another23. Children’s day is the time for children ________ themselves.A. enjoyB. enjoyingC. to enjoyD.to enjoying24. ________ girl with glasses is good at playing ________ piano.A. A; theB. The; /C. A; aD. The; the25. ---Oliver, where is your little brother?---He ________ pictures in his room.A. drawsB. is drawingC. drewD. was drawing第二节语法选择（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，从26-35各题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

２０１８届高三上学期期末华附、省实、广雅、深中四校联考英语答案及评分标准第一部分阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）1-3 CBA 4-7 DBAC8-11 CBDA12-15 ABDC16-20 FGBCE第二部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）21-25 DBADB 26-30 CCDAB 31-35 ACCBA 36-40 DBADC第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）41. it 42. beauty 43. held 44. was approved 45. Despite46. without 47. simply 48. which 49. to stop 50. more effective评分标准：内容、时态、大小写、单复数都与答案完全一致才得分。

第三部分写作（共两节，满分35分）第一节短文改错（共10处；每处1分，满分10分）51. a Sunday afternoon —前面添加on（或把a改成one）52. fears —改成fear 53. Therefore —改成However 54. the sense of —改成a sense of 55. skill —改成skilled/skillful 56. beside —改成behind57. but —去掉but 58. myself — me59. excited — excitedly 60. turning — turned评分标准：内容和形式都与答案完全一致才得分。

第二节书面表达（满分25分）参考范文：Dear George,How’s everything going?I’m excited to tell you that I’ve decided to visit London this holiday and I wonder if you can help me with my tour plan.First, I’d like to thank you for recommending the interesting book “A Brief History of Great Britain”, which has contributed to my better understanding of this amazing country. Deeply drawn to it, I can’t wait to experience its wonderful cultures in person.As you are a native of London, your advice will be quite helpful to me. For example, I need your tips on available options of transport and information about the local weather. If you can recommend a suitable hotel to me, that would be better. Most importantly, could you please tell me which attractions shouldn’t be missed by a big fan of British history and literature like me?Hope to see you in London! Looking forward to your reply.Yours,Li Hua评分标准：参考高考评分标准的5个档次。

2023－2024学年第一学期高三四校联考（二）英语试题说明：本试卷共8页，满分120分，考试用时120分钟。

注意事项: 1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班别、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。

因笔试不考听力，选择题从第二部分的“阅读”开始，试题序号从“21”开始。

2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。

答案不能答在试卷上。

3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。

不按以上要求作答无效。

4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。

考试结束后，将答题卡交回。

第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

ABest books for 12 to 14-year-oldsMortal EnginesAuthor: Philip ReevePublisher: ScholasticLondon is on the move again: the city searches the world for resources on wheels, eating smaller towns. But when he is thrown off the city, young hero Tom is soon forced to reexamine life as he knows it.Set in a futuristic (科幻性的) background, this imaginative story is a combination of action and adventure. The book has won the Blue Peter Book Award.Coram BoyAuthor: Jamila GavinPublisher: EgmontToby’s and Aaron’s lives are linked by the Coram Man, who collects unwanted children from across the country, supposedly to send them to a safe new life. In reality, the man sells the children into slavery (奴役). Soon, Toby and Aaron find themselves united on a journey, filled with danger and excitement.Rich with historical detail, this book provides an important insight into the 1750s society. It was a winner of the Whitbread Children’s Book Award.The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeAuthor: Mark HaddonPublisher: Red FoxSeen through the eyes of Christopher, a mathematical genius and Sherlock Holmes fan, this novel begins with the discovery of a dead dog on a neighbor’s lawn. In his search to discover the identity of the killer, Christopher uncovers some information about his own family and he starts a journey to London to find his mother.Watership DownAuthor: Richard AdamsPublisher: PenguinYoung rabbit Fiver believes that a great disaster is about to strike the place where he lives—but no one will listen to him. At last he manages to ask a few brave rabbits to leave before it’s too late. Hunted by dogs and foxes, their journey is a dangerous one—but the rabbits can still dream of a peaceful and safe new life at Watership Down. This book won both the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize and the Carnegie Medal.21. Which book was published by Penguin?A. Coram Boy.B. Mortal Engines.C. Watership Down.D. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.22. What information can we get from the book Coram Boy?A. Its main characters are Toby and Aaron.B. It is about some rabbits escaping a disaster.C. It won the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize.D. Its content involves the background of a future society.23. How does Christopher find some information about his family?Getting to Antarctica is not easy. The few who are lucky enough to visit this most mysterious continent do so by ship. To reach Antarctica, ships must pass through an extremely violent area of ocean called the Drake Passage, considered to be the roughest stretch of sea on the planet.Walls of water thirty, sometimes forty feet high continually crashed against our ship for two solid days. We would hold on to a rope inside the ship while being violently tipped(倾斜) to one extreme side, then to the other, and then back again. My daughter Claire and I were as mentally prepared as we could be.About two and a half days after entering the Drake Passage, the waters calmed. Soon, we noticed small black spots on nearby pieces of floating ice. Emperor penguins! Then, we began the two-mile hike over the ice to the penguin colony. Within several hundred yards, small groups of emperors, perhaps ten or so at a time, greeted us, sliding on their bellies and making their wonderful noises, sort of a long, high-pitched sound.One day two adult emperors with their three chicks following them approached Claire, who was resting on the ice. They left the chicks with her, as if she were the babysitter.Twenty minutes later they returned to collect the chicks. And I will never forget the penguin that, when I jokingly asked which way back to the helicopters, pointed a wing in the correct direction. Everynight aboard our safe and warm ship, we thought about what it takes to survive in Antarctica, an incredibly harsh place.But each day on the ice, we also thought about the Drake Passage, the impact of the large body ofthat sea. We still talk about the penguins, as I’m sure we always will. But we talk about the Drake Passage, too. Both experiences were unforgettable, and one would not have been possible without the other.24. Why is the Drake Passage mentioned in the first paragraph?A. The water in the area is usually calm.B. People can see very attractive scenery there.C. A lot of sea animals often appear in the area.D. It is quite a dangerous section of the journey.25. What is the theme of the third paragraph?A. The visitors appreciated the penguins.B. The living habits of emperor penguins.C. How penguins made their wonderful noises.D. The appearance and shape of emperor penguins.26. What can we infer from the fourth paragraph?A. Penguins try to avoid human beings.B. Penguins are not afraid of human beings.C. Claire played with the two adult penguins for a long time.D. Claire led the young penguins to where the adult penguins stayed.27. What does the underlined word “endure” in the last paragraph mean?A. Promote.B. Break.C. Arrange.D. Experience.CPortia Kapraun has always seen unwelcome ads on Twitter, usually from major brands pitching (竭力推销) her expensive jewelry or vehicles that she, as a librarian in Indiana, could not afford. Ms. Kapraun was not interested. But she soon saw the ads again. And again. And again. “These feel like low-end ads,” she said. In a shaky advertising market in an uncertain economy, ads that few people want to see suddenly seem to be everywhere.Advancements in digital advertising technology were meant to improve users’ experience. People interested in shoes are intended to get ads for sneakers and boots, not repeated pitches promoting gold investments. And the technology is supposed to remove misleading or dangerous pitches. But lately, on several platforms, the opposite seems to be happening for a variety of reasons, including a slowdown in the overall digital ad market. As numerous deep-pocketed marketers have pulled back, and the softer market has led several digital platforms to lower their ad pricing, opportunities have opened up for less demanding advertisers.Advertising experts agree that poor-quality ads appear to be increasing greatly. They point to a variety of potential causes: internal troubles at technology companies, weak content moderation (审核), and high-level advertisers seeking other choices. Then, there’s the economy: A recent survey of 43 multinational companies representing more than $44 billion in advertising spending found that nearly 30 percent planned to cut back on their marketing spending last year.Other factors are also contributing to lower advertising quality. Social media advertising, once only practiced by specialists, is now easily available to anyone. Many of them are avoiding targeted ads—placements intended to reach specific audiences, usually at a higher cost—in favor of a cheaper spray-and-pray (广撒网式的) approach online, hoping to catch the attention of gullible (容易受骗的) orbored shoppers. Major social media platforms are now like “a mall that used to be good”, Corey Richardson, vice president at a multicultural ad company, says. “But now there’s no longer a mall there—it’s just a calendar store and a place sling beepers (传呼机). ”28. What message does the author want to deliver in Portia Kapraun’s story?A. Repeated ads have a strong power of persuasion.B. Social media users often encounter unwanted ads.C. Major brands usually prefer social media advertising.D. An uncertain economy leads to lower levels of consumption.29. What can be inferred about the “less demanding advertisers” mentioned in Paragraph 2?A. They are forced to exit the digital ad market.B. They have benefited from advertising experts.C. They can now advertise at a more affordable price.D. They work hard to improve their users’ experience.30. What is Corey Richardson’s attitude to major social media platforms?A. Favorable.B. HopefulC. Unclear.D. Negative.31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A. Where is social media advertising heading?B. What is shaking up the online advertising market?C. Why are you seeing so many bad digital ads now?D. How are targeted ads impacting your purchase decisions?DBoth Roberto and Keith have a 45-minute commute(通勤) time from their homes to their workplace. When Roberto drives, he has realistic expectations of how others drive and how long the trip should take. Overall, he is able to adapt to any unexpected challenges he may face on the road. He rarely becomes angry. By contrast, Keith drives with a tendency for becoming angry easily, partly due to unrealistic expectations of other drivers, his quickness to personalize and feel threatened by the actions of others, and his inability to calm his anger.The difference between how Roberto and Keith experience their drive to work, especially with regard to getting angry, is influenced very much by their emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is crucial for helping individuals choose constructive over destructive anger. A key aspect of healthy anger is being able to pause and reflect on, rather than react to, our thoughts, feelings, and senses associated with getting angry.Self-regulation and empathy(同理心) are two important components of emotional intelligence, which can be a buffer(缓冲) against destructive anger. Self-regulation helps us to control our moods. Empathy helps us to recognize the humanity in others and ourselves.Studies suggest that training in emotional intelligence can powerfully impact how anger is managed. This was supported by a three-year study of 476 young adults who showed reduced tendency of becoming angry after training. Children and adults can learn skills to boost their emotional intelligence and, by doing so, develop adaptability for dealing with various negative affect, including anger. Many workbooks offer skills in emotional intelligence to promote empathy and self-awareness regarding emotions and how they impact our beliefs and behavior.Clearly, through training, Keith would experience greater emotional flexibility that could support a more peaceful commute to work. I firmly believe that learning skills in emotional intelligence should be the focus in helping individuals more constructively manage this highly challenging and complex emotion.32. What is the function of the first paragraph?A. To tell a true story.B. To make a comparison.C. To introduce the main topic.D. To present an important finding.33. Which of the following is the main point of healthy anger?A. Thinking over the annoying situation.B. Taking action to deal with the awful situation.C. Turning a blind eye to the unwelcome situation.D. Expressing feelings about the disturbing situation.34. What is the author’s attitude towards training in emotional intelligence?A. Tolerant.B. Doubtful.C. Negative.D. Supportive.35. What is the suitable title of the text?A. Friends Should Enjoy Peaceful CommuteB. Drivers Need to Boost Their Emotional IntelligenceC. Emotional Intelligence Is a Buffer Against Destructive AngerD. Emotional Intelligence Has a Powerful Impact on People's Life第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分12.5 分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

广东省,广州市,广雅,中学,2018,广东省,广州市,广东省广州市广雅中学2018-2019七年级英语上学期期中测试卷一、单项选择。

(20小题，每小题1分，共20分)( ) is ( ) W in the word woman ,and ( ) M is the third letter of the word.A. a;an ;/ ;the D.a;the( )2. - ---The smell in the room is really terrible.---You said it. Let’s keep all the windows _____ .A. closedB. openC. openingD. to open( )3. ----Do you often get on-line?---Yes. I ______ most of my time on it .It’s a good way to kill time.A. costB. spendC. payD. Take( )4.---I eat _____ vegetables and ______ meat than I did last year.---That’s why you’re getting fatter.A. fewer, moreB. more, lessC. least, more ,much( )5. ---Does the child need any help?---No. He is old enough to _____ himself.A. put onB. wearC. dressD. take care( )6.---I feel tired and sleepy. ---Why not stop _____?A. to workB. to have a restC. having a restD. to go on with your work( ) father me to be a doctor, but my mother doesn’t ag ree him.A. wishes, toB. wishes, withC. hopes, withD. wants, to( )8.---I’m too busy_______ to my family often.---Why not call them instead?A. writingB. to writeC. writtenD. Write( ) find the book very ______.A. interestB. interestingC. interestsD. interested( )10.---“ ______ do you write to your parents ?”---“ Once a month.”A. How longB. How muchC. How farD. How often( ) asked who was _______ in your class.A. the oldestB. oldestC. olderD. the older( ) teacher told us ______ Exercise 1 in our exercise books.A. doB. to doC. doingD. Does( ) draw ______ Jack?A. so well asB. as well asC. so better thanD. as good as( )14. ---Do you think there are new words in this unit ?---Yes, that’s right. I’ll first.A. too much, look them upB. too many, look up themC. much too, look them upD. too many, look them up( )15. -It’s time for Meimei and ______ to the Palace Museum.A.I goingB.I to go going to go( ) do you think of the report on the UFO?Great! Many students were interested in it and they kept on standing ______ the end of the meeting( ) result is so ______ that we can hardly believe it.sing sed se( )18.---What are you going to do tomorrow?---I’m not sure. I____ make a tripto Hangzhou with my girl friend.A. mayB. maybeC. willD. Must( )19. Bob ________to Harbin for a meeting yesterday.A．will goB．goesC．has goneD．went( ) _____ an English speaking contest(演讲比赛) for middle school students in our city in early July.A．is going toB．will beC．will haveD．is二、完形填空。

2020年广州白云广雅实验学校高三英语第四次联考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ALooking to the future, we are now focusing on next year's tours. We are not presently taking bookings, but if a specific tour lifts your spirits, why not mark your interest and we will contact you when the time is right.JapanOctober 2021A centre for technology with natural beauty, Japan is a must-see destination for science and nature lovers. Join us on a special journey across the country during its fantastic autumn to see its amazing landscapes, visit leading scientific institutions and experience robotics and AI.AntarcticaApril to September 2021Join us aboard the Magellan Explorer for an exciting adventure to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring the world's largest ocean reserve and best ocean ecosystem. Follow in the footstepsof the great scientists while marveling（惊叹）at icebergs, ancient glaciers and ice flies onto volcanic beaches.ItalyMarch and June 2021Encounter the great scientific minds and discoveries of the Renaissance on a cultural adventure across two of its cities, Florence and Bologna. Enjoy beautiful surroundings as you take in the wonderful collections, buildings and churches that demonstrate the period across architecture and paintings.Czech RepublicMay and July 2021Discover the legacy（遗产）of Kepler and Brahe in Prague, a city where astronomy, maths, medicine and architecture connect. Kepler became the father of modern astronomy supported by the observational data from Brahe.1. What can travelers do in Japan?A. Experience space travel.B. Enjoy its spring landscape.C. Visit its scientific institutions .D. Learn about its traditional culture.2. Which of the following can you choose if you are free in August?A. Japan.B. Italy.C. Antarctica.D. Czech Republic .3. What do Italy and Czech Republic havein common?A. Astronomy.B. Architecture.C. Paintings.D. Medicine .BHaley Curfman, 25, of Blackwell, Oklahoma, is a teacher at Blackwell Public School and last yearshe bought a plain(朴素的) white dress, which she set up a station in her classroom for her students to decorate, encouraging them to go and draw on the dress whenever they had free time. Haley set up a station at a table with the dress and some color1 ed markers so that her students could draw on it, having first seen the idea on Pinterest.After the kids had finished the design, she then surprised them all by wearing the dress to class, sharing pictures of herself in it on Facebook in a post that has since been shared over 200, 000 times.For teachers looking to do something similar for their own students, Haley said that she bought the dress off Amazon for less than $ 20 about six months ago and pre-washed the dress before she started the project. She used markers from Walmart. But she said these things can be bought in other places. She said, “To do the project, I set up a station at a table with the dress and markers. It takes anywhere from two weeks to a month to complete as we just work on it here and there when time allows. You'd better give the students enough time so they don't have to hurry.”“Teachers have been sharing their dresses, T-shirts, etc. with me that they've been creating since the 1950s with the same idea. It is amazing, and I love the fact that you are sharing them with me! Thank you all so much for your kindness and support,” she wrote on Facebook.Asked why she came up with the idea, Haley told Scary Mommy. “We don't have art in our school, so, I always try to do little creative projects when possible.”4. What did Haley use the plain white dress to do?A. To teach her students painting.B. To prepare for her presentation.C. To ask her students to draw on it.D. To help her students with their homework.5. What do we know about the finished dress?A. It took Haley by surprise.B. It is kept by Haley at home.C. It is the product of a new idea.D. It has enjoyed popularity online.6. What should a teacher do if he or she wants to follow Haley's example?A. Buy the same dress online.B. Give the kids enough time.C. Buy the same markers in Walmart.D. Leave the finished work untouched.7. Why did Haley carry out the project?A. To teach art to her students.B. To show her idea on Pinterest.C. To share it with other teachers.D. To exciteher students' creativity.CA PhD student inMichigandefended her paper while wearing a skirt madeof rejection letters she received while studying. 29-year-old Caitlin Kirby printed out 17 of her rejection letters — from scholarships, academic journals, and conferences — then folded each one into a fan. She connected them in rows, and by the end she designed the item into a skirt and wore it.She said that the idea behind her unique clothing item came out of a desire to normalize rejection and take pride in overcoming it. "The whole process of revisiting those old letters and making that skirt sort of reminded me that you have to apply to a lot of things to succeed," she said. "A natural part of the process is to get rejected along the way."Caitlin's adviser, Julie Libarkin, a professor of earth and environmental science atMichiganStateUniversity, also encourages the acceptance of failure in her students. Libarkin believes it's important for students to get into habit of applying for things, and to get used to the feeling of rejection, so she encourages them to chase after any opportunity that comes their way. If a student doesn't get the grant or the spot in the academic journal, that's okay. They'll still have learned something in the process.As for Caitlin? Her rejections over the years have led to great things: Since her doctorate, she's won a scholarship to do further research on urban agriculture inGermany.Currently, she's a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. As for what the future holds? "I'm prepared to receive a few more rejection letters along the way," she joked heartily, "Maybe I'll make a longer skirt."8. What can we learn about Caitlin Kirby's rejection letters?A. She received 17 rejections in total.B. 29 of her rejections were from journals.C. The rejections were connected into a fan.D. She made some rejection letters into a skirt.9. What is Julie Libarkin's attitude towards Caitlin's action?A. Favorable.B. Ambiguous.C. Skeptical.D. Opposed.10. Which of the following words can best describe Catlin?A. Creative and considerate.B. Caring and determined.C. Optimistic and humorous.D. Generous and intelligent.11. Which of the following may Caitlin agree with?A. Hard work pays off.B. Education is the entrance to success.C. Self-respect earns more respect.D. One needs to normalize failures.DTofight for the conservation of forest ecosystem, several ecologists including Daniel Janzen convinced Del Oro, an orange juice producer, to donate part of their forestland to a national park. In return, Del Oro was allowed to throw large amounts of waste in the form of orangepeels(皮) on a 3-hectare piece of land within the national park at no cost. Dealing with tons of leftover peels usually involved burning them or paying to have them poured into a landfill, so the proposal was very attractive.But a year later, another juice company challenged the deal in court, arguing that their competitor was "polluting a national park". They ended up winning, and the deal between Del Oro and the national park fell through.Then in 2013, while discussing possible research avenues（途径，手段）with Timothy Treuer, Daniel Janzen mentioned the orange story. Feeling interested, Treuer decided to stop by that piece of land that had been covered with fruit waste 15 years earlier. What he found shocked him."While I would walk over exposed rock and dead grass in the nearby fields, I'd have to climb through undergrowth and cut paths through walls ofvines(藤) in the orange peel site itself," said Timothy Treuer.Treuer and his team spent months picking upsamples(样品), analyzing and comparing them. They foundgreat differences between the areas covered with orange peels and those that were not. The area withorange waste had richer soil.The effect that the orange peels had on the land is probably not that surprising to people familiar withcomposting(施肥), but what is really shocking is that a judge actually thought the waste of orange "mined" a national parkand stopped it from going forward. Now that Timothy Treuer's study has received worldwide attention, this type of "ruining" is being seriously considered as a way of bringing forests back to life.12. What did Del Oro usually do with orange peels?A. Add them to fuel.B. Feed them to animals.C. Burn or bury them.D. Make them into cakes.13. What can we know about the deal between Del Oro and the national park?A. It lasted 15 years.B. It was signed by Treuer.C. It was made in about 1998.D. It was broken by Del Oro.14. What was Treuer's finding?A. Orange peels contain much fibre.B. Orange peels can make soil richer.C. Orange peels rot away in a short time.D. Orange waste ruined the national park.15. What is the author's attitude toward the judge mentioned in the last paragraph?A. Disapproving.B. Positive.C. Worried.D. Admirable.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。