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高一期末英语试题第二部分：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。

ASure, you could visit the Louvre. But this planet has some extremely strange museums,as well. If you are interested here are four of them.International Spy MuseumThis Washington, D.C. museum includes everything from spy clothing to spy tools, plus a spy camp for kids. Each day the spy camp is filled with activities that will put top spy skills and street smarts to the test.Address: 800 F Street, NW, Washington, D.C.Phone: ＋1 202-393-7798.Opening times: 9:00am-7.00pm dailyMomofuku Ando Instant Ramen(方便面）MuseumFind ramen exhibits, an instant noodles tunnel and a CupNoodles factory where you can design your own at this ramen-centric museum in Osaka, Japan. And you can also watch how all kinds of noodles are made.Phone: ＋81 72-752-3484.Opening times: 9.30 am-16.00pm; closed Wednesday.VelveteriaVelveteria is located at 711 New High St, Chinatown, Los Angeles. This museum collection includes 3,000 paintings done on velvet(天鹅绒) and exhibits 450 at a time. Its mission(使命)is to celebrate the art and culture of all peoples spreading joy all over this precious Earth.Phone: ＋1 626-714-8545Opening times: 11.00am-6.00pm; closed Tuesday.Admission is ＄10(Children ages 6-10: a half; ages 5 and under : FREE).British Lawnmower MuseumThe Museum, at 106-114 Shakespeare Street, Southport, has now become one of the world’s leading authorities on the oldest lawnmowers and is now a specialist in antique garden machinery, supplying parts, and valuing garden machines from all over the world.Phone: ＋44 1704 501336Opening times: 9.00am-5.30pm; Monday-Saturday.21.When can you enjoy a noodle-making performance?A.At 9 o’clock on Sunday.B.At 10 o’clock on M onday.C.At 14 o’clock on Wednesday.D.At 19 o’clock Thursday.22.How much will a couple and their 5-year-old child pay if they visit the Velveteria museum?A.10 dollars.B. 20 dollars.C. 25 dollars.D. 30 dollars.23.Which number should you call if you want to learn more about garden machines?A.＋1 202-393-7798.B.＋1 626-714-8545B.＋44 1704 501336 D. ＋81 72-752-3484.BI grew up in a house where the TV was seldom turned on and with one wall in my bedroom entirely lined with bookshelves, most of my childhood was spent on books I could get hold of. In fact, I grew up thinking of reading as natural as breathing and books unbelievably powerful in shaping perspectives（观点）by creating worlds we could step into, take part in and live in.With this unshakable belief, I, at fourteen, decided to become a writer. Here too, reading became useful. Every writer starts off knowing that he has something to say, but being unable to find the right ways to say it. He has to find his own voice by reading widely and discovering which parts of the writers he agrees or disagrees with, or agrees with so strongly that it reshapes his own world. He cannot write without loving to read, because only through reading other people’s writingcan one discover what works, what doesn’t and, in the end, together with lots of practice, what voice he has.Now I am in college, and have come to realize how important it is to read fiction. As a law student, my reading is in fact limited to subject matter — the volume（量）of what I have to read for classes every week means there is little time to read anything else. Such reading made it all the clearer to me that I live in a very small part in this great place called life. Reading fiction reminds me that there is life beyond my own. It allows me to travel across the high seas and along the Silk Road, all from the comfort of my own armchair, to experience, though secondhand, exciting experiences that I wouldn’t necessarily be able to have in my lifetime.24. What can be inferred about the author as a child?A. He never watched TV.B. He read what he had to.C. He found reading unbelievable.D. He considered reading part of his life.25. The underlined word “voice” in the second paragraph most probably means _________.A. the ability to speakB. a way of writingC. a sound qualityD. a world to write about26. What effect does reading have on the author?A. It opens up a wider world for him.B. It helps him to realize his dream.C. It makes his college life more interesting.D. It increases his interest in worldwide travel.27. Which of the following can be the best title of this text?A. How do I read?B. What do I read?C. Why do I read?D. When do I read?CAndres Segovia was born in Linares, Spain, on February 18, 1894, and raised in Granada. He was taught piano and violin at an early age, but was not truly drawn to music until hearing the sound of a guitar. Ignoring the disagreement of his family and his teachers at the Granada Musicians Institute, Segovia insisted on learningto play the guitar. Unable to find an experienced teacher, he decided to teach himself.In Segovia’s day the guitar was considered little more than a bar instrument, suitable for accompanying songs and dances and little else. But Segovia believed otherwise. He set a goal —to bring guitar studies to every university in the world, to have the guitar played on every major stage, and to pass on his love of the guitar to generations to follow. He succeeded in all aspects.Segovia made his public debut (首演) in 1909, in Granada. The debut was more than successful and before long he had gained an international reputation. Although Segovia enjoyed great success in the early years of his career he was still hampered by the lack of music written specially for the guitar. He had to rely heavily on Renaissance and Baroque pieces composed for other instruments. But then he discovered a body of works by Johann Sebastian Bach that proved well suited to the guitar. Segovia’s transcriptions (改编) of these works and playing of them went a long way toward proving his claim that the guitar had a place on the concert stage.In addition to proving the musical qualities and abilities of the guitar, Segovia also helped design what is now known as the classical guitar, the improved shape of which allowed Segovia to play in larger concert halls. He also worked hard to inspire composers to write music for the guitar, often under his direct guidance.Segovia continued performing and teaching into his old age. He died in Madrid on June 3, 1987.28. When Segovia was young, .A. he was not good at playing the violinB. his parents taught him to play the piano at homeC. his parents didn’t support him in learning to play the guitarD. he learned to play the guitar from an experienced teacher29. The underlined word “hampered” in Paragraph 3 can be best replaced by “”.A. usedB. limitedC. inspired D attracted30. What do we know about Segovia?A. He was once instructed by Johann Sebastian Bach.B. He made the guitar important place on the stage.C. He devoted his life to composing modern music.D. He was the inventor of the electric guitar.31. The author writes the text mainly to .A. introduce the history of the guitarB. prove the importance of the guitarC. show the achievements of a Spanish guitaristD. describe the personal life of a famous musicianDSee a cellphone cover that you like on Taobao? Forget about placing an order, paying the bill online and waiting for days for it to be delivered to you. In the near future, you'll be able to get it in minutes just by hitting “print” on your computer.You might find it hard to believe that you could 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 layer by 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 knew about 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 now they cost only about ￡1，000, according to the BBC.Taken out of the factory and introduced to more diverse and common uses, 3D printing can create 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 an artificial ear using a 3D printer, according to Science Daily.The fake ear looks and acts exactly like 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 N ews. Even more frightening, what if anyone in the world could use a 3D printer to print out a fully functioning gun?32.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 online33.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.34.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.35.What is the best title of the passage?A .Great Demand for 3D Printers B. Technology in the FutureC. Online Shopping Disappearing D .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。

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河南西华第一高级中学高一下学期升高二期末抽测选拔英语含答案

河南西华第一高级中学高一下学期升高二期末抽测选拔英语含答案

高一期末英语试题第二部分：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。

ASure, you could visit the Louvre. But this planet has some extremely strange museums,as well. If you are interested here are four of them.International Spy MuseumThis Washington, D.C. museum includes everything from spy clothing to spy tools, plus a spy camp for kids. Each day the spy camp is filled with activities that will put top spy skills and street smarts to the test.Address: 800 F Street, NW, Washington, D.C.Phone: ＋1 202-393-7798.Opening times: 9:00am-7.00pm dailyMomofuku Ando Instant Ramen(方便面）MuseumFind ramen exhibits, an instant noodles tunnel and a CupNoodles factory where you can design your own at this ramen-centric museum in Osaka, Japan. And you can also watch how all kinds of noodles are made.Phone: ＋81 72-752-3484.Opening times: 9.30 am-16.00pm; closed Wednesday.VelveteriaVelveteria is located at 711 New High St, Chinatown, Los Angeles. This museum collection includes 3,000 paintings done on velvet(天鹅绒) and exhibits 450 at a time. Its mission(使命)is to celebrate the art and culture of all peoples spreading joy all over this precious Earth.Phone: ＋1 626-714-8545Opening times: 11.00am-6.00pm; closed Tuesday.Admission is ＄10(Children ages 6-10: a half; ages 5 and under : FREE).British Lawnmower MuseumThe Museum, at 106-114 Shakespeare Street, Southport, has now become one of the world’s leading authorities on the oldest lawnmowers and is now a specialist in antique garden machinery, supplying parts, and valuing garden machines from all over the world.Phone: ＋44 1704 501336Opening times: 9.00am-5.30pm; Monday-Saturday.21.When can you enjoy a noodle-making performance?A.At 9 o’clock on Sunday.B.At 10 o’clock on M onday.C.At 14 o’clock on Wednesday.D.At 19 o’clock Thursday.22.How much will a couple and their 5-year-old child pay if they visit the Velveteria museum?A.10 dollars.B. 20 dollars.C. 25 dollars.D. 30 dollars.23.Which number should you call if you want to learn more about garden machines?A.＋1 202-393-7798.B.＋1 626-714-8545B.＋44 1704 501336 D. ＋81 72-752-3484.BI grew up in a house where the TV was seldom turned on and with one wall in my bedroom entirely lined with bookshelves, most of my childhood was spent on books I could get hold of. In fact, I grew up thinking of reading as natural as breathing and books unbelievably powerful in shaping perspectives（观点）by creating worlds we could step into, take part in and live in.With this unshakable belief, I, at fourteen, decided to become a writer. Here too, reading became useful. Every writer starts off knowing that he has something to say, but being unable to find the right ways to say it. He has to find his own voice by reading widely and discovering which parts of the writers he agrees or disagrees with, or agrees with so strongly that it reshapes his own world. He cannot write without loving to read, because only through reading other people’s writingcan one discover what works, what doesn’t and, in the end, together with lots of practice, what voice he has.Now I am in college, and have come to realize how important it is to read fiction. As a law student, my reading is in fact limited to subject matter — the volume（量）of what I have to read for classes every week means there is little time to read anything else. Such reading made it all the clearer to me that I live in a very small part in this great place called life. Reading fiction reminds me that there is life beyond my own. It allows me to travel across the high seas and along the Silk Road, all from the comfort of my own armchair, to experience, though secondhand, exciting experiences that I wouldn’t necessarily be able to have in my lifetime.24. What can be inferred about the author as a child?A. He never watched TV.B. He read what he had to.C. He found reading unbelievable.D. He considered reading part of his life.25. The underlined word “voice” in the second paragraph most probably means _________.A. the ability to speakB. a way of writingC. a sound qualityD. a world to write about26. What effect does reading have on the author?A. It opens up a wider world for him.B. It helps him to realize his dream.C. It makes his college life more interesting.D. It increases his interest in worldwide travel.27. Which of the following can be the best title of this text?A. How do I read?B. What do I read?C. Why do I read?D. When do I read?CAndres Segovia was born in Linares, Spain, on February 18, 1894, and raised in Granada. He was taught piano and violin at an early age, but was not truly drawn to music until hearing the sound of a guitar. Ignoring the disagreement of his family and his teachers at the Granada Musicians Institute, Segovia insisted on learningto play the guitar. Unable to find an experienced teacher, he decided to teach himself.In Segovia’s day the guitar was considered little more than a bar instrument, suitable for accompanying songs and dances and little else. But Segovia believed otherwise. He set a goal —to bring guitar studies to every university in the world, to have the guitar played on every major stage, and to pass on his love of the guitar to generations to follow. He succeeded in all aspects.Segovia made his public debut (首演) in 1909, in Granada. The debut was more than successful and before long he had gained an international reputation. Although Segovia enjoyed great success in the early years of his career he was still hampered by the lack of music written specially for the guitar. He had to rely heavily on Renaissance and Baroque pieces composed for other instruments. But then he discovered a body of works by Johann Sebastian Bach that proved well suited to the guitar. Segovia’s transcriptions (改编) of these works and playing of them went a long way toward proving his claim that the guitar had a place on the concert stage.In addition to proving the musical qualities and abilities of the guitar, Segovia also helped design what is now known as the classical guitar, the improved shape of which allowed Segovia to play in larger concert halls. He also worked hard to inspire composers to write music for the guitar, often under his direct guidance.Segovia continued performing and teaching into his old age. He died in Madrid on June 3, 1987.28. When Segovia was young, .A. he was not good at playing the violinB. his parents taught him to play the piano at homeC. his parents didn’t support him in learning to play the guitarD. he learned to play the guitar from an experienced teacher29. The underlined word “hampered” in Paragraph 3 can be best replaced by “”.A. usedB. limitedC. inspired D attracted30. What do we know about Segovia?A. He was once instructed by Johann Sebastian Bach.B. He made the guitar important place on the stage.C. He devoted his life to composing modern music.D. He was the inventor of the electric guitar.31. The author writes the text mainly to .A. introduce the history of the guitarB. prove the importance of the guitarC. show the achievements of a Spanish guitaristD. describe the personal life of a famous musicianDSee a cellphone cover that you like on Taobao? Forget about placing an order, paying the bill online and waiting for days for it to be delivered to you. In the near future, you'll be able to get it in minutes just by hitting “print” on your computer.You might find it hard to believe that you could 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 layer by 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 knew about 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 now they cost only about ￡1，000, according to the BBC.Taken out of the factory and introduced to more diverse and common uses, 3D printing can create 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 an artificial ear using a 3D printer, according to Science Daily.The fake ear looks and acts exactly like 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 N ews. Even more frightening, what if anyone in the world could use a 3D printer to print out a fully functioning gun?32.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 online33.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.34.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.35.What is the best title of the passage?A .Great Demand for 3D Printers B. Technology in the FutureC. Online Shopping Disappearing D .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。

河南省西华县第一高级中学2020-2021学年高二下学期入学考试英语试题 PDF版含答案

河南省西华县第一高级中学2020-2021学年高二下学期入学考试英语试题 PDF版含答案

西华一高2020-2021学年度高二下期入学考试英语试题第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40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。

A2020's biggest fashion trends reflect a world in crisisFunctionalityFace masks became the unrivaled(无对手的)accessory of the year.People made their own brands，produced unique designs and,almost overnight,they became the finishing touch to many outfits.ComfortFashion platform Lyst looked at search data from over100million online shoppers and, in its annual report,found that Birkenstock clogs,Crocs,UGG slippers and Nike joggers were among the year's most sought-after items of clothing.StatementsStatement-wear took on an entirely new meaning in2020.From protest T-shirts in support of the Black Lives Matter movement to political merchandise in the lead up to the US election,people dressed not to impress,but to convey powerful messages.ConsciousGrowing demand for local,handmade,sustainable clothing isn't a new trend.But the pandemic saw a rise in values-driven shopping,reflecting a shift in mindset among more cautious spenders,who,perhaps,also had more time to think about the brands they lent their loyalty to.DigitalFrom Shanghai to London,fashion weeks throughout the year went digital to present new collections safely.During London Fashion Week in September,Burberry streamed its show—filmed live in the woods—on Twitch,a social media platform more popular with gamers than fashionistas.The futureFashion's recovery from the pandemic is set to be slow,with experts predicting a difficult year ahead for businesses.Trends seen during a year defined by crisis will not be left at2021's door,and they may permanently change the shape of the industry.21.What became the biggest fashion in2020?A.Digital products.B.Face masks.C.Statement-wear.D.The loyal brands.22.Why did some people wear T-shirts with Black Lives Matter?A.To convey political statements.B.To state an advertisement.C.To impress people deeply.D.To comfort online shoppers23.Where would you probably hold a fashion show according to paragraph5?A.In a huge stadium.B.In a big shopping mall.C.On media platform.D.By setting up a platform.BThis little South American Magellanic penguin swims5,000miles,to a beach in Brazil,every year in order to be reunited with the man who saved its life.It sounds like something out of a fairy tale,but it’s true!71-year-old retired brick worker Joao,who lives in an island village just outside Rio de Janeiro,Brazil,found the small Magellanic penguin lying on rocks at his local beach in 2011.The penguin was covered in oil and runningout of time fast.Joao rescued the penguin,naming itDin,cleaned the oil off its feathers and fed him adaily diet of fish to rebuild its strength.After a weekof recovery,Joao attempted to release the penguinback into the wild.However,Din had already formeda family bond with his rescuer and wouldn’t leave.“He stayed with me for11months and then,justafter he changed his coat with new feathers,he disappeared,”Joao recalls.“I love the penguin like it’s my own child and I believe the penguin loves me,”Joao told Globo TV.“No one else is allowed to touch him.He pecks(啄)them if they do.He lies on my lap,lets me give him showers,and allows me to feed him.”Professor Krajewski,a biologist who interviewed the fisherman for Globo TV,told The Independent:“I have never seen anything like this before.I think the penguin believes Joao is part of his family and probably a penguin as well.”However,environmentalists warn that,while hundreds of the Magellanic species are known to naturally migrate(迁徙)thousands of miles north in search of food,there has been a worrying rise in the phenomenon of oceanic creatures washing up on Brazil’s beaches.Professor David Zee from Rio de Janeiro’s State University,said the increase is due in part to global climatic changes.Professor Zee added that sea animals face increased danger from leaked tanker oil.Luckily the ending for Joao and Din has been a happy one,even though it is illegal in Brazil to keep wild animals as pets.Professor Krajewski said:“Professionals who work with animals try to avoid relationships like this occurring so they are able to reintroduce the animal into the wild.But in this single case the authorities allowed Din to stay with Joao because of his kindness.”24．What is the purpose of Din swimming a long distance to the beach in Brazil every year? A．To avoid being killed.B．To meet his rescuer.C．To escape from ocean currents.D．To find much more fish.25．What happened to him when Din was found in2011？A．He was going to die.B．He was running on the beach.C．He was resting on a rock D．He was cleaning oil off his feathers. 26．What can we learn about Joao from the passage?A．He is not allowed to keep the penguin as a pet by the authorities.B．He overprotects the penguin by keeping him away from others.C．His contact with the penguin is encouraged by professionals.D．His kindness wins the complete trust from the penguin.27．What does the story in the passage mainly shows us?A．The environmental impact on wildlife.B．The love between humans and wildlife.C．The tendency of wildlife to bond with humans.D．The protection of threatened wildlife by mankind.CPeople walk almost an extra mile each day if they have an activity tracker on their smartphone or watch,a study has found.Researchers analyzed dozens of studies comparing people's exercise activity with and without a tracking app,and found that being able to keep tabs on progress boosted how far people walked or ran.The studies involved a total of7,454people.Overall,people walked an average of1,850more steps if they had an app--a significant increase in daily workouts.Most people take somewhere around2,000steps to walk a mile.Authors of the study,published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine,said doctors might consider prescribing(开处方)such apps and trackers for patients looking to get fitter.Just4,400steps a day tied to women living longer,study says."Interventions(介入)using smartphone apps or activity trackers seem promising from a clinical and public health perspective,"the authors wrote."Given the wide and increasing reach of smartphones,even modest improvements in physical activity can produce large effects at the population level."The study looked at research conducted mainly in the United States,and less than a third of the subjects involved were women,so it's unclear how widespread the findings would be.The average number of steps taken by American adults is between4,000and5,000per day,previous research has shown.28.What does the study find about the walking tracker?A.It speeds up walking.B.It follows your position.C.It assists the research.D.It benefits the walkers.29.Why do doctors advocate their patients using such apps and trackers?A.To replace medicine.B.To help keep healthy.C.To communicate with them.D.To record their health condition.30.Which word best describes the authors’attitude of the study towards using walking trackers?A.Indifferent.B.Ambiguous.C.Optimistic.D.Skeptical.31.What do we know about the study?A.It involved mainly men.B.B.It involved a total of4,400people.C.It was applied widely around the world.D.D.It was published in an American magazine.DTo move visual technology into the future,sometimes it helps to make a little noise. Researchers have used sound waves to produce floating3-D images,create a sense of touch and even supply a soundtrack.Since the1940s,scientists have toyed with the concept of acoustic levitation(声悬浮),the use of soundwave vibrations(震动)to trap tiny things in midair.The technology has gained greater capabilities in the past decade.Some researchers believe this improvement could lead to applications such as contributing to novel3-D printing methods,or creating displays that would be visible from any angle without requiring a screen.Other researchers have also worked on visual displays that use acoustic levitation.In addition to visuals,the system can also produce audible noise to give the display a soundtrack.And the ultrasound speakers can also concentrate vibrations in one spot so that a finger might feel a sense pushing back—a little like the object shown by the floating image is really there.Soundwaves create a3-D display!Display without a screen is remarkably useful.It means that everybody in the room can see the image—any angle,location—and that’s extremely helpful.As a communications system,such a display might one day allow users to chat with a3-D projection(投影)of a person who can turn his or her head to follow as they move around a room.The display will require a lot more work before you can install it in your living room, however.So far,this has been done in the research laboratory.We need to push it a little bit harder.We need to do more analysis to see if it would make sense to create a real display that people would have at home.The current system can only show simple graphics,such as a smiley face or figure eight,in real time.Still,we are optimistic about the potential for this type of technology.If the system had only one speaker-covered surface instead of two,it could generate images that are bigger than the device itself.We can’t make a TV image that’s bigger than the TV—even a projector has to have a projection screen that’s bigger than the image itself.But with a volumetric(容积的)display,a small,portable device might produce a much larger picture.We can imagine,in the future,having volumetric displays in watches,for example,that create large images that just project out of your watch.32．From the first two paragraphs soundwave vibrations can be used to_________. A．catch very small objects in midairB．develop3-D printer’s capabilitiesC．replace a creative display screenD．compose soundtracks by making no noise33．What does the underlined word“novel”in paragraph2refer to?A．Different. B.New. C.Storied. D.Formal.34．What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?A．Room for the technical improvement.B．Situations of the modern technology.C．Praise for the cutting-edge technology.D．Outlooks for the new technology.35．What can be a suitable title for the passage?A．Hearing is Seeing—Sound Waves Create a3-D Display.B．Seeing is Believing—3-D Printing Methods Arrive.C．Advancing Sense of Touch—3-D Images Float in the Air.D．Promoting TV Technology—Chat with3-D Projections.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。

河南省西华县第一高级中学2017-2018学年高二上学期期末选拔考试英语试题

河南省西华县第一高级中学2017-2018学年高二上学期期末选拔考试英语试题

高二英语试题第一部分听力（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，从每小题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D)中，选出最佳选项，在答题卡上将该项涂黑AWhen I was a boy growing up in New Jersey in the 1960s, we had a milkman delivering milk to our doorstep. His name was Mr. Basille. He wore a white cap and drove a white truck. As a 5-year-old boy, I couldn’t take my eyes off the coin changer fixed to his belt. He noticed this one day during a delivery and gave me a quarter out of his coin changer.Of course, he delivered more than milk. There was cheese, eggs and so on. If we needed to change our order, my mother would pen a note-“Please add a bottle of buttermilk next delivery”-and place it in the box along with the empty bottles. And then, the buttermilk would magically appear.All of this was about more than convenience. There existed a close relationship between families and their milkmen. Mr. Basille even had a key to out house, for those times when it was so cold outside that we put the box indoors, so that the milk wouldn’t freeze. And I remember Mr. Basille from time to time taking a break at our kitchen table, having a cup of tea and telling stories about his delivery.There is sadly no home milk delivery today. Big companies allowed the production of cheaper milk, thus making it difficult for milkmen to compete. Besides, milk is for sale everywhere, and it may just not have been practical to have a delivery service.Recently, an old milk box in the countryside I saw brought back my childhood memories. I took it home and planted it on the back porch （门廊）. Every so often my son’s friends will ask what it is. So I start telling stories of my boyhood, and of the milkman who brought us friendship along with his milk.21. Mr Basille gave the boy a quarter out of his coin changer____.A. to show his magical power.B. to pay for the deliveryC. to please his mother.D. to satisfy his curiosity.22. What can be inferred from the fact that the milkman had the key to the boy’shouse?A. He wanted to have tea there.B. He was a respectable person.C. He was treated as a family member.D. He was fully trusted by the family.23. Why does home milk delivery no longer exist?A. Nobody wants to be a milkman now.B. It has been driven out of the market.C. Its service is getting poor.D. It is forbidden by law.24. Why did the author bring back home an old milk box?A. He missed the good old days.B. He wanted to tell interesting stories.C. He missed it for his milk bottles.D. He planted flowers in it.BIf you have spent any time living in or visiting a big city in China, you have most likely used the service that Didi provides. The convenient ride-sharing company, now known as Didi Chuxing, was praised last month by Fortune magazine. According to the magazine, it is changing the world with its environmentally friendly solution to getting around in major cities. As the magazine reported: “Didi concluded that last year its car-pooling services helped reduce total car trips in the country by 1 million a day, which saved 500 million liters of gas, cutting 13.5 million tons of carbon emissions (排放) per day.” The transport service was the only Chinese company to make theimportant magazine’s list, and its influence can be felt in many parts of Chinese society.Didi is just one example of what is being called the “sharing economy”. The sharing economy is one in which regular people exchange goods and services, usually using an online marketplace. Other similar companies include companies that allow people to rent out their homes to strangers like Airbnb and Couchsurfing, and similar ride sharing services like Uber and Lyft.All of these services are possible partly because many people are realizingworld have started renting them out online to earn extra money. They rent their apartments while they are away for the weekend, lend people their cars for money and even sell their spare time.The sharing economy is the latest example of the Internet’s value to customers. This model is now big enough for regulators and companies to have woken up to it. That is a sign of its great potential. It is time to start caring about sharing.25. What does the first paragraph imply?A. Didi Chuxing can bring down the price of gas.B. Didi Chuxing has solved the traffic jam in China.C. Didi Chuxing is helpful to environment.D. Didi Chuxing is the best transport service in China.26. What does the underlined word “assets” in Paragraph 3 pr obably mean?A. Possessions.B. Services.C. Houses. D Cars.27. What is the purpose of the passage?A. To stress the importance of online services.B. To introduce the “sharing economy”.C. To advertise a new means of transport.D. To explain the benefits of using Didi.CMy youngest son jack has begun to learn the cello (大提琴). Every night, he carefully gets his cello out 0f its case and begins practising. I won’t lie; It’s not pretty. While he’s getting better every day, he has a long way from becoming the next Yo-Yo Ma.This led me to wonder what Yo-Yo Ma was like the first time he played the cello. Of course, we now know him as one of the most excellent artists in the world, but I’m sure that when he first tried, he wasn’t much better than my son. I’m not suggesting that Jack is going to take the classical music world by storm one day. But he’s got to start somewhere.Michael Jordan wasn’t born playing basketball, but I’m sure that he had to start somewhere. Warren Buffett wasn’t born making g reat investment choices, but he had to start somewhere. J. K. Rowling wasn’t born a writer, but he had to start somewhere. Bruce Springsteen wasn’t born a songwriter and performer, but he had to start somewhere. Each of these individuals is now famous as being at the top of their occupation. But when they first started, their skills would have been disappointing and their potential unrealized. It has taken years of hard work to realize their undoubted talents. But they had to start somewhere.I don’t know w hat my kids are going to do with their lives, but they have a great opportunity to explore a wide range of experiences before focusing on onehas to start somewhere.28. We know the author’s son .A. has no gift for playing the celloB. doesn’t like playing the celloC. cannot play the cello well nowD. is sure to be the next Yo-Yo Ma29. How is the third paragraph developed?A. By setting down general rules.B. By making comparisons.C. By Presenting research findings.D. By giving examples.30. What does the underlined sentence in the last paragraph mean?A. The author has no confidence in his kids.B. The author will encourage his kids.C. The author is worried about his kids，bad first efforts.D. The author will give his kids freedom to do what they want.31. The text is meant to show that .A. everyone has to start somewhereB. people should do what they’re good atC. a gift is ve ry important in one’s successD. everyone can realize their potential with practiceDWith an aging population and an increasing labor shortage, the demand for companion robots for elder care and children's companions is on the rise.Xiaoyuzaijia is an intelligent companion robot produced by , a Beijing-based startup engaged in internet hardware and intelligent home appliances businesses. It specializes in security monitoring, human-computer emotional communication and entertainment functions.If the elderly people are ill at home, the robot can bring medicine and water. The robot will open the door when the guest comes. It can even tell a story, sing a song and play chess.The number of elderly people aged 60 and above reached more than 222 million in 2015, accounting for 16.2 percent of the total population, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. It is estimated that the number will reach 243 million in 2020.Song Chenfeng, founder and CEO of Zaijia, said: "The robot is equipped with a mo nitoring camera and other hardware for facial and voice recognition.” Family members could also connect their smart phones with the robot . “When the elderly fall or the children cry at home, the robot will send messages to inform other family members," he said. “The companion robot should be an important 'blue sea' in the intelligent household robot market. Xiaoyuzaijia aims at white-collar people who are busy with their work and spend less time accompanying their family members. It builds a bridge among family members and satisfies the emotional communication needs of modern people,” said Song.Yuan Wenhui, chairman of Zaijia, said the company will offer personalized service in the family health care and children's education , based on big data algorithms(统计), aiming to be a necessary intelligent family housekeeper in the future.Statistics from the International Federation of Robotics show that the market demand for service robots will boom in the next three years, with the market scale reaching $46 billion.32.Why will the companion robots be warmly welcomed?A.They are extremely intelligent.B.They can bring water and even play chess.C.They are of great benefit in assisting the elder and children.D.They can recognize the voice and facial expression.33.What does the underlined phrase “accounting for” in Paragraph 4 mean ?A. making up.B. taking off.C. making out.D. turning on.34.What service will the company offer in the future?A. monitoring camera.B. emotional communications.C. smart phones.D. children’s education.35. What is the author’s attitude to the companion robots?A. Doubtful.B. Objective.C. CriticalD. Grateful. 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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

2024学年河南省周口市西华县高考英语一模试卷(含解析)

2024学年河南省周口市西华县高考英语一模试卷(含解析)

2024学年河南省周口市西华县高考英语一模试卷注意事项1．考试结束后，请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回．2．答题前，请务必将自己的姓名、准考证号用0．5毫米黑色墨水的签字笔填写在试卷及答题卡的规定位置．3．请认真核对监考员在答题卡上所粘贴的条形码上的姓名、准考证号与本人是否相符．4．作答选择题，必须用2B铅笔将答题卡上对应选项的方框涂满、涂黑；如需改动，请用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案．作答非选择题，必须用05毫米黑色墨水的签字笔在答题卡上的指定位置作答，在其他位置作答一律无效．5．如需作图，须用2B铅笔绘、写清楚，线条、符号等须加黑、加粗．第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．______ the deadline, the workers had to work overtime to get the job finished.A．Giving B．Given C．Having given D．To give2．The use of computers has made ______ possible for more people to work at home.A．it B．that C．which D．what3．Sales director is a position _______ communication ability is just as important as sale skills.A．which B．thatC．when D．where4．One of the few things you ______ say about English people with certainty is that they talk a lot about the weather. A．need B．must C．can D．should5．— What do you want to do next? We have half an hour until the basketball game.— _____. Whatever you want to do is fine with me.A. It’s up to you B．Glad to hear thatC．Y ou can’t miss it D．It just depends6．In the students’ eyes, Mrs Smith is a mother more than a teacher. she treats the students just like her own children.A．As a result B．In other words C．What is more D．First of all7．– Which driver was to blame?-- Why, ______! It was the child’s fault, clear and simple. He suddenly came out between two parked cars.A．both B．eachC．either D．neither8．--- I’ve got something weighing on my mind. Could you give me some advice?--- ______. Tell me all about it and I’ll do what I can.A．Don’t m ention it B．No wonderC．No problem D．My pleasure9．---Can you tell us your ________ for happiness and a long life？---Living every day to the fullest，definitely.A．recipe B．effortC．content D．demand10．for years of hard training, she would not be standing on the stage, receiving huge cheers and applause. A．It were not B．It had not beenC．Were it not D．Had it not been.11．— Catherine, will you visit us this weekend?—I planned to, but something unexpected .A．has come up B．was coming upC．had come up D．would come up12．more about the place where you live,and you will shoulder more responsibility to protect it A．Learning B．To learn C．Learn D．Learned13．As I opened my eyes, in ______ direction I looked, I could see smiling, peaceful, calm and content faces. A．whatever B．however C．whichever D．wherever14．In the past few years, we’ve seen works by Chinese sci-fi writers winning international ______. A．conclusion B．standardC．potential D．recognition15．The picture looks good ____ the white wall.A．with B．to C．against D．beyond16．Don’t leave matches or cigarettes on the table within ______ of children.A．stretch B．expand C．reach D．extend17．-- Did Jim come?-- I don’t know. He _______ while I was out.A．might have come B．might comeC．must have come D．should have come18．We need a spiritual faith, or a philosophy, it should include this truth: if you choose to find the positive in every situation, you will be blessed, and if you choose to find the awful, you will be cursed. As with happiness itself, thisis ________your decision to make.A．absolutely B．totallyC．exactly D．largely19．The case shocked the public, a hot debate over human nature on the Intemet.A．causes B．caused C．causing D．to cause20．James, I don’t mind lend ing you the money ____ you pay it back within a month.A．although B．now thatC．unless D．as long as第二部分阅读理解（满分40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。