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专题限时训练(二十二) [记叙文型完形填空(三)](限时：30分钟)(一)In the spring of 1919, Princess Bazaar of Luxembour's royal family met the royal kitchen helper Leon. Many nights, Leon went into the kitchen and made __1__ for Bazaar. They always talked about the good times __2__they were having ice cream. They soon fell in love. But __3__ their different social status, both of them buried the __4__．Soon, Bazaar was made to accept an arranged royal marriage. For days, Leon could not see Bazaar, and he was__5__ with impatience. Finally, Bazaar __6__ at the table a month later. While serving desserts, Leon __7__ the letters “DOVE”， which is an abbreviation of DO YOU LOVE ME with hot chocolate on Bazaar's ice cream. Leon __8__ that Bazaar could understand his feelings.A few days later, Bazaar got __9__. One year later, Leon could not __10__ the mental suffering and left the royal kitchen. Years later, he and his own family __11__ a candy store.Many years later, they met again. Bazaar __12__ that that afternoon she ate the ice cream made by Leon, but didn't see the __13__ letters then.Hearing this, Leon broke down in tears, and he finally understood the past __14__．If that chocolate had been__15__， those letters would never have melted, and he would not have lost his last chance. Leon decided to __16__ a solid chocolate which can __17__ a long time.After lots of __18__， the chocolate DOVE was finally made and each piece of chocolate was__19__engraved(刻) with the letters “DOVE”. It's a symbol of the love between Leon and Bazaar.Now more and more people fall in love with this chocolate. Giving someone DOVE means sending the__20__ of love: DO YOU LOVE ME?1．A. dishes B．chocolateC．ice cream D．cakes2．A. until B．ifC．while D．once3．A. because of B．thanks toC．apart from D．regardless of4．A. feelings B．differenceC．silence D．needs5．A. calling B．burningC．working D．talking6．A. stood up B．turned upC．stayed up D．dressed up7．A. wrote B．sentC．mixed D．noticed8．A. expected B．declaredC．allowed D．promised9．A. sick B．angryC．married D．bored10．A. reduce B．stopC．repeat D．bear11．A. left B．visitedC．ran D．looked12．A. realized B．remembered C．wondered D．thought13．A. confusing B．interesting C．melting D．annoying14．A. misunderstanding B．competition C．judgment D．prejudice15．A. stable B．powerfulC．frozen D．solid16．A. buy B．findC．create D．enjoy17．A. stand B．spareC．take D．preserve18．A. breaks B．researchC．pressure D．problems19．A. luckily B．immediately C．quickly D．firmly20．A. story B．memoryC．whisper D．secret(二)I became a gardener when I was twelve. My early__1__of gardening may not have originated from my love for nature. It was to __2__my parents.At that time, we had a big yard in which a beautiful maple tree stood. But my mother often looked with __3__at this work of natural art. Those golden leaves seemed like tons of rubbish to her, “something else to __4__”. Seeing the neighbours busy with gardening, my father ever thought it a waste of time.At that age, I always did something__5__to whatever my parents did! If gardening were something they found__6__，I would plant a garden!I planted some lily(百合花)seeds in the yard. But they failed to __7__．I continued to plant sunflower seeds and roses. Wild __8__joy，I found the first rose bloom.One by one, the flowers bloomed their heads off.__9__，I was touched by this land of wonder.__10__，my parents showed no interest in my garden. My father even__11__at me because he found it was __12__to move around my garden to the driveway. To my mother's __13__，I put in her vase my real roses which, in her eyes, were simply weeds__14__flowers.Regardless of their __15__，I kept on planting my garden and __16__to enjoy the pleasure of gardening. Plants make such good companions: they breathe, they bloom, they__17__to care and love.It has been many years since I made my first garden out of my desire to __18__my parents.Today I become known as Mrs Greenthumbs, teaching gardening and hosting a gardening show which makes my parents feel very__19__．And now I could say it is my affection for__20__that makes me a real gardener.1. A．memory B．dreamC．intention D．design2. A．please B．changeC．help D．annoy3. A．doubt B．appreciationC．surprise D．excitement4. A．collect up B．care aboutC．clean up D．come in5. A．equal B．similarC．superior D．opposite6. A．painful B．valuableC．upsetting D．interesting7. A．come up B．break outC．hold on D．get through8. A．to B．withC．in D．by9. A．Luckily B．CheerfullyC．Regularly D．Eventually10. A．Instead B．HoweverC．Therefore D．Besides11. A．shouted B．laughed C．glanced D．jumped12. A．convenient B．troublesome C．enjoyed D．dangerous13. A．sadness B．displeasure C．delight D．relief14. A．other than B．more than C．rather than D．less than15. A．dislike B．encouragement C．threat D．suggestion16. A．decided B．stopped C．continued D．struggled17. A．devote B．turn C．respond D．lead18. A．defeat B．satisfy C．respect D．challenge19．A.proud B．comfortable C．strange D．disappointed20. A．freedom B．life C．growth D．nature专题限时训练(二十二)(一)【要点综述】本文叙述了公主Bazaar和皇宫的一个帮厨Leon之间的爱情故事。

阅读短文并回答问题Seagrass meadows（海草床）are wonder plants growing beneath the sea. They feed and shelter sea life and are masterful at storing carbon. Thanks to the assistance of tiger sharks, a huge seagrass meadow in the Bahamas Banks was recently discovered, offering the world a tool to fight climate change.Seagrass has usually been detected by Earth-orbiting satellites that identify darker patches in the blue water. In this study, tiger sharks were selected as research tools due to their highly consistent associations with seagrass ecosystems. They spend 70% of their time in seagrass meadows. The team equipped eight tiger sharks with satellite tags, seven sharks with camera tags, and used a 360-degree camera on a shark for the first time ever.The data researchers collected was astonishing. The world’s largest seagrass ecosystem, measuring at least 66,900 square kilometers, has been discovered. This reflects a 41% increase from previous estimates of global seagrass. Seagrass can capture（捕获）huge quantities of carbon by photosynthesis and stores it on the seafloor. In terms of climate change, this is excellent news; seagrass is 35 times faster at removing carbon than tropical rainforests. When referred to global seagrass carbon stock estimates, the study indicates that seagrass in the Bahamas may contain 19.2% to 26.3% of all the carbon stored in seagrass meadows on Earth.Yet seagrass meadows are rapidly disappearing, with over 92% of meadows in the UK gone, according to the World Wildlife Fund. Scientists are collecting seeds and trying to grow new seagrass meadows through restoration projects. This new discovery offers optimism and proves the importance of the ocean for healing.The sharks led us to the seagrass ecosystem in the Bahamas, which we now know is likely the most significant blue carbon sink on the planet. What this discovery shows us is that ocean exploration and research are essential for a healthy future. The untapped potential of the ocean is limitless. These meadows can be protected and can be replicated, offering hope for climate change around the globe.1. Why were tiger sharks chosen as research toolsA. They are more flexible than other sea animals.B. They can quickly adjust themselves to the deep sea.C. They can be easily equipped with experimental devices.D. They have a strong connection with seagrass ecosystems.2. What are the numbers in paragraph 3 mainly aboutA. The decline of global seagrass meadows.B. The impact of climate change on sea life.C. The rapid increase in the amount of carbon on Earth.D. The potential value of the world’s largest seagrass ecosystem.3. What are scientists doing to protect seagrassA. Planting more seagrass meadows.B. Developing new technology to collect seeds.C. Mapping the distribution of seagrass meadows.D. Encouraging people to join in restoration projects.4. Which could be the best title for the textA. The New Way of Removing CarbonB. The Significance of Ocean ExplorationC. A New Discovery: World’s Largest Seagrass MeadowD. Tiger Sharks: Scientists’ Essential Helper to Study Climate答案：DDAC阅读短文并回答问题The topic of China’s “slash youth” has fueled heated debate on social media recently, drawing attention to the diverse pursuits of the younger generation.The slash youth, which could also be called slashers or slash-generation — means those who refuse to be defined or bound by just one personal identity. They are keen to present themselves as multiple and sometimes distinct identities, such as a nurse and model, a teacher and stand-up comedian, and an engineer and band player. Rather than material comforts, they pursue meaningful achievement.A diverse career can enable them to develop new experiences and talents as well as social and professional networks, leading to greater flexibility in life and work, recognition and satisfaction.A study on “slash youth” published in the China Youth Research magazine analyzes the background of this phenomenon: with part of modern society’s structured organization and stability norms（规范）are broken, flexible labor markets and structural unemployment has emerged, eliminating the sense of job security of the young people in employment. Young people also face the dilemma of self-actualization（自我实现）, including the sense of powerlessness, lost sense of value and lack of self-identity in the profession, which forces them to re-find the meaning of work.“The ‘slash life’ shows that our society is becoming more and more diversified and inclusive, and it welcomes everyone’s self-fulfillment,” said Shi Yanrong, an associate researcher from Tianjin Academy of Social Sciences. “Young people no longer have to rely on work and money for their sense of self-worth. They tend to create their own identities.” The researcher added that against the background that people have multiple interests and are willing to pay for these interests nowadays, the “slash life” of the youth would drive the growth of a new economy, just as animation（动漫）culture affected the market.1. What do we know about the slash youthA. They tend to undertake multiple careers.B. They are keen to pursue material comforts.C. They enjoy posting themselves on social media.D. They can easily adjust themselves to challenges in life.2. What is paragraph 4 mainly aboutA. The importance of flexible labor markets.B. Reasons for the emergence of slash youth.C. Young people’s pursuits in their profession.D. Causes of losing self-identity among the youth.3. What does Shi Yanrong think of the slash lifeA. It can raise the economic growth.B. It helps increase people’s independence.C. It inspires young people’s creativity at work.D. It enables young people to earn high incomes.4. What is the purpose of the textA. To provide career guidance.B. To analyze a cultural difference.C. To introduce a social phenomenon.D. To share a unique life experience.答案：ABAC阅读短文并回答问题What’s the first thing that pops into your mind when you think of wheat straw Most people would probably just see it as a pile of waste in a farmer’s field. However, Wu Cui, an intangible cultural inheritor, can turn the straw left over from harvested wheat into beautiful and eye-catching functional artworks.The earliest straw-weaving（草编的）products were discovered at Hemudu Cultural Ruins, a Neolithic cultural site located in eastern China’s Zhejiang province. The Book of Rites, one of the classical works of Confucianism, also records that there were already mats made of cattail grass and professional straw-weaving craftsmen during the Zhou Dynasty (c.11th century-256 BC).Straw weaving is a method of manufacturing daily items or artworks. It was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008.Wu explains the process of straw weaving: selection of materials is the first step of a complicated, time-consuming and labor-intensive process that can take weeks, or even months, to complete. You need to sketch（素描）the piece on paper, which requires drawing skills. Next comes weaving, shaping and preserving of the work. Even by finishing that process, it does not mean that you will always create a good piece of work, and the hardest part is to make it lifelike.In the past, woven straw items could be found almost in every household in the countryside, such as straw hats and straw shoes, because they were practical in everyday life. But due to the impact of industrialization, manufactured goods have replaced such products, which yield low profits, and there are only about 100 individuals engaging in the work across the country. “The world has changed, and craftsmen need to transcend practicality and pursue the beauty and artistry of straw culture to help the craft survive and thrive,” Wu says.From her perspective, straw weaving should respond to people’s needs and preferences, while still drawing inspiration from traditional culture. “Craftspeople should make a great effort to grasp the trends and opportunities of the times to create new and relevant products,” she says. When asked about her plans, Wu says she wants to dig deeper into local traditional culture and create cultural creative products by developing the straw-weaving technique.1. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about straw-weaving productsA. Their major uses.B. Their cultural value.C. Their historic origins.D. Their manufacturing process.2. Which is the most difficult part for straw-weaving craftsmen according to Wu CuiA. Making the artworks vivid.B. Drawing sketches on paper.C. Selecting suitable materials.D. Preserving finished products.3. What does the underlined word “transcend” in paragraph 5 probably meanA. Rely on.B. Turn to.C. Cast away.D. Go beyond.4. What can we learn from Wu Cui’s opinion according to the last paragraphA. Straw-weaving products are out of favor with customers.B. Pursuing fashion should be the first priority for craftspeople.C. Local people benefit a lot from the straw-weaving techniques.D. Craftsmen should innovate the craft based on traditional culture.参考答案：CADD阅读短文并回答问题Not all fat is created equal, according to several new studies. We all know there’s good cholesterol（胆固醇）and bad cholesterol. It turns out there’s good and bad fat, too. Good fat is medically known as “brown fat”.Brown fat, typically found in the neck and shoulders of newborns, has the ability to burn lots of calories, which serves the purpose of keeping them warm. It makes up about 5 percent of an infant’s total body mass. We lose most of our brown fat as we age. By age six, we have less than 5 percent of the brown fat we were born with; the fat we gain over time is almost all white fat.Researchers now believe that some people maintain brown fat deposits into adulthood. Brown fat — the “good” kind — is metabolically（新陈代谢地）efficient and actually burns excess energy to generate heat. But white fat — considered the “bad” kind — is a way for your body to store excess energy that accumulates when you consume more calories than you use. It is widely distributed throughout the body. And it doesn’t use much energy, is hard to burn off, accumulates, and causes other health problems.Some studies suggest that taking a cold shower or an ice bath could activate（激活）brown fat to help your body burn more calories. Researchers have also found methods that may help people gain brown fat without the need for cold. You build fat from the foods you eat. As brown fat is rich in iron, choosing iron supplements or food items rich in iron can keep your fat cells healthy. Nutrition is vital for your health, especially if you want to increase brown fat production.One of the major causes of shortened life spans and the growth in chronic illnesses like osteoarthritis, diabetes, and many cancers is the increasing level of white fat. Though converting existing white fat into brown fat is helpful to increase brown fat, some scientists think they will learn how to keep stores of brown fat as large and active throughout adulthood as they are in infancy: The goal should be to maintain brown fat forever rather than having to recreate it.1. Who has more brown fat according to the textA. A teenage girl.B. A college student.C. A new-born baby.D. An elderly professor.2. How is brown fat different from white fatA. It can help prevent health problems.B. It burns calories with higher efficiency.C. It is distributed in the neck and shoulders.D. It stores excess energy in the human body.3. What is paragraph 4 mainly aboutA. Ways of increasing the amount of brown fat.B. The significance of keeping fat cells healthy.C. The key role of nutrition in brown fat production.D. Effects of the temperature on activating brown fat.4. What do scientists expect to figure outA. How to recreate more brown fat.B. How to turn white fat into brown fat.C. How to evaluate the risks of white fat.D. How to maintain the early level of brown fat.参考答案：CBAD。

专题限时训练(三十六) [社会生活型阅读理解(一)](限时：25分钟)(一)I've spent over a year in India, and in those 365 plus days, I've learned a lot about getting around Indian cities. My biggest lessons have been learned through being cheated, particularly by taxi and rickshaw (人力车) drivers, but that doesn't mean those are bad ways to travel, as long as you know what you're doing. Below are the best ways to get around the city of Delhi, India, and tips for how to keep from being the victim of scams (欺诈)．Taking taxis is a great way to get around the city of Delhi and chances are, if you arrive in Delhi by plane, as soon as you make it through customs, you'll be swarmed by Indian taxi drivers. At the Delhi airport, be sure to arrange for a taxi to your hotel at one of the two Delhi Traffic Police Taxi Booths. One is inside the airport, and one is outside. The key is to make sure to go to a booth run by the police, rather than by independent taxi drivers.Rickshaws are one of my favourite ways to get around Indian cities, in part because it's how the locals often travel. Auto­rickshaws are more common, but bicycle rickshaws are still used in Old Delhi. If you do have a chance to take a bicycle rickshaw, you should do it at least once for a unique experience that should only set you back about 15 rupees. Auto­rickshaw rates around Delhi range between 30 and 80 rupees, depending on the distance.If you really want to travel around Delhi like the locals, take a public bus. Indian buses become very crowded and most do not have air conditioning. They are, however, very cheap. A bus trip won't set you back any more than 15 rupees, as long as you stay within the city limits. Since Indian buses get so crowded, try to board the bus at the start of the route so you can get a seat.The train is a great way to get around within the city of Delhi. Fares are reasonable, between 6 and 22 rupees. All departure announcements are in both Hindi and English, and tokens can be purchased for between 6 and 22 rupees.1．The author is trying to ________ in Delhi through this text.A．give some advice of travellingB．expect us to travel aroundC．show his/her experiencesD．explain the difficulties of travelling2．To avoid being cheated, you ought to ________ if you want to take a taxi at the Delhi airport.A．pay more to the drivers to keep safeB．show your ticket to the driverC．go to a police­run boothD．go out of the airport3．The author suggests taking a rickshaw in order to ________．A．save some moneyB．enjoy the comfortable tripC．gain a unique experienceD．help the local rickshaw drivers4．What can we infer from the passage?A．You won't have to pay much if you travel around by bus in India.B．It will be difficult for you to get a seat if you get on the bus halfway.C．A rickshaw driver only charges whatever amount you give him.D．You'll have to speak English if you travel around in India.5．Which may be the topic that follows?A．Hotel recommendations in Delhi.B．Weather conditions in Delhi.C．Food and drink in Delhi.D．Car rentals in Delhi.(二)Life is to be enjoyed. There's no point in giving up something you enjoy unless you get something back that's even better. When people eat more healthfully, exercise, quit smoking, and manage stress better, they find that they feel so much better that it reconstructs the reason for making these changes from fear of dying to joy of living. The latest studies show that when you exercise and eat right：YOUR BRAIN receives more blood flow and oxygen, so you become smarter, think more clearly, have more energy, and need less sleep. Two studies showed that just walking for three hours per week for only three months caused so many new neurons (神经细胞) to grow that it actually increased the size of people's brains!YOUR FACE receives more blood flow, so your_skin_glows more and wrinkles less. You look younger and more attractive. In contrast, an unhealthy diet, chronic emotional stress and smoking reduce blood flow to your face so you age more quickly. Smoking accelerates aging because nicotine causes your arteries (动脉) to narrow down, which decreases blood flow to your face and makes it wrinkle earlier. This is why smokers look years older than they really are.YOUR GENES change. In May, a study was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences showing that changing your lifestyle changes your genes.YOUR TELOMERES (染色体端粒) get longer. Telomeres are the ends of our chromosomes (染色体) that control how long we live. As telomeres become shorter, then cells age more quickly, thus shortening our lives.Besides, one of the most interesting findings in the study was that the mothers' awareness of stress was more important than what was really occurring in their lives. The researchers gave the women a questionnaire and asked them to rate on a three­point scale how stressed they felt each day, and how out of control their lives felt to them. The women who were aware that they were under heavy stress had significantly shortened and damaged telomeres compared with those who felt more relaxed. On the contrary, some of the women who felt relaxed despite raising a disabled child had more normal­appearing telomeres.In other words, if you feel stressed, you are stressed; if you feel fine, you are fine.1．Which of the following are good for lengthening one's life, according to the passage?① eat healthy food ② drink plenty of water ③ take exercise ④ get up early ⑤ go to sleep early ⑥ release one's stressA．①③⑥B．①②③C．①⑤⑥D．③④⑥2．The underlined words “your skin glows” in Paragraph 3 are closest in meaning to “________”．A．your skin becomes white as there is plenty of sunshineB．your skin becomes smooth as there is much blood in itC．your skin looks pink as you are healthyD．your skin becomes soft as you exercise enough3．In the author's opinion, when you exercise and eat right, you will experience some changes EXCEPT ________．A．brains becoming clevererB．faces having fewer wrinklesC．arteries turning narrowerD．genes being changed4．From the last but one paragraph we learn that ________．A．mothers will have more damaged telomeres if they raise a disabled child B．mothers don't know how to handle stress effectivelyC．some women were asked to fill out a questionnaire about educating children D．mothers' positive attitudes are the key to managing their stress5．The best title for the passage would be “________”．A．Eat better, live betterB．Feel better, live longerC．Less stress, fewer diseasesD．Smoke more, age sooner(三)Online shoppers would rather receive an offer for a product or service than make their own offers according to a study led by a Michigan State University scholar that has implications for the fast­growing e­commerce industry. The findings may come as a surprise that shopping online is an anonymous(匿名的)process that seemingly can give consumers more confidence to drive a hard bargain，said Don Conlon，professor of Management in MSU's Broad College of Business.But the study found that participants who made their own offers were less successful in sealing the deal and，when they were successful, worried they overpaid. Many shoppers found the process of researching an offer to be a hassle. “Americans are very busy，and it's less time­consuming to be the one receiving the offer ratherthan the one proposing the offer，” Conlon said. “People tend to be happier when they're in the receiver role. ”Online spending in the United States is expected to jump 45 percent in the next three years，from $ 226 billion this year to $ 327 billion in 2017，according to Forrester Research Inc. Nevertheless, researches into this prosperous market remain largely focused on the strategies of companies, rather than those shoppers. Conlon's study is，obviously, a rare exception.Conlon got the idea for the study after considering the difference between two popular sites for hotels and airline flights, , which takes bids, and ，which provides offers. Using these two models，Conlon and his fellow researchers conducted a series of experiments with more than 850 people who were charged with booking a fictional hotel room and acquiring a fictional antique car. Not only did participants prefer to receive bids, Conlon said，but they also secured more deals in that receiver role. Further when they had to make the bids，they were left more mentally taxed and regretful.From an industry perspective，putting customers in the receiver role may help fill more hotel rooms and airplane seats. “If you're a business with a lot of products，” Conlon said，“you may want to be the one making the offers. ” However, when selling single items, such as an antique car, accepting bids may be a better option since that typically drives up the price, he said.1．What can we learn from Para. 1?A．The result of the study gives customers more confidence.B．Scholars aren't surprised at the findings of the study.C．Online shoppers don't bargain as much as expected.D．E­commerce industry drives more hard bargains.2．It can be concluded from Conlon's experiments that________．A．online shopping is time­consumingB．given prices help promote online salesC．online businesses provide a lot of productsD．receiving offers makes online shoppers regretful3．The underlined word “taxed” in Para. 4 probably means “________”．A．burdened B．numbedC．relieved D．challenged4．The passage is mainly about________．A．the big advantages of online shoppingB．the rapid development of online shoppingC．online shoppers' preferences for taking offersD．online companies' strategies to improve service专题限时训练(三十六)(一)【要点综述】本文作者就在印度德里旅行时的交通方面提出了几点建议。

能力提升限时训练单项填空+阅读理解+完形填空(限时30分钟)Ⅰ.单项填空(对应学生用书第117页)1.I remember her face but I cannot where I met her.A.recallB.remindC.rememberD.remark2.It is wrong for someone in such a high in the government to behave too badly in public.A.situationB.positionC.employmentD.profession3.Mrs.Brown is so about her housework that few servants want to work for her.A.particularB.neatC.skillfulD.special4.—Dad,there is a snake at the gate crawling this way.—Don’t ,boys;there’s no danger.A.afraidB.frightenC.terrifyD.panic5.We’ve turned out large quantities of cars.This year we’ve produced thirty thousand ones.A.onlyB.justC.aloneD.simply6.At the end of the meeting the audience is invited to a question to our visiting speaker.A.putB.askC.demandD.pick7.The most important of his speech was that we should all workwhole-heartedly for the people.A.elementB.spotC.senseD.point8.The flood is said to have nearly 10,000 people homeless.A.acceptedB.offeredC.broughtD.left9.People’s for bicyc les may reflect public dissatisfaction with bus service.A.insistenceB.preferenceC.allowanceD.refer ence10.Healthy and stable relations between the United States and China the strategic and long-term interests of both countries.A.serveB.catchC.showD.arouse11.Peace of mind is a state of inner calmness,together with a(n) of freedom,without stress,strain or fear.(2012安徽高考名校联考信息优化)A.senseB.ideaC.opinionD.view12.You’re welcome to come with us now in our car. you could go later with Mary.A.InsteadB.AlternativelyC.AltogetherD.Normally13.—Congratulate you on being admitted to Stanford University.—Thanks.But I think it essential for me to my English before going there.(2012安徽高考命题研究专家原创)A.account forB.polish upC.take inD.refer to14.Certainly I’d rather have red wine without ice,for ice will the taste.A.increaseB.damageC.spoilD.reduce15.The rise in wood fuel use has the disappearance of forest and the loss of habitats for pandas.A.relied onB.resulted fromC.set offD.contributed to答案及剖析:1.A recall(=bring back to the mind)想起,回忆起。

50分阅读理解提分练(三)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。

A[2023·石家庄市高三质量检测(二)]Looking for a cool new book this season? TFK Kid Reporters read and reviewed some of the best books of the year.YusufAzeemIsNotaHeroYusuf Azeem is hoping to have a great first year in middle school. Standing in his way are the hostile notes left in his locker and his struggle to find his place in a new community. YusufAzeemIsNotaHero, by Saadia Faruqi, will appeal to readers who like stories about everyday kids overcoming challenges and finding inner strength.BlackBoyJoyThe short stories in BlackBoyJoy, edited by Kwame Mbalia, celebrate the pleasures of Black childhood. There are also stories about victories, competitions, and getting dressed for their first day of school. Most are short, with simple plots. People who enjoy bite­sized stories of happiness will like this collection.ParadiseonFireIn ParadiseonFire, by Jewell Parker Rhodes, Addy is a shy girl who escaped from an apartment fire that killed her parents. When a fire breaks out at the wilderness camp, Addy knows what to do. Will Addy be able to lead her fellow campers to safety? Readers will love the mix of suspense, action, and emotion in this book.ChunkyChunky was written by Yehudi Mercado. In the book, Hudi tries sports, which, however, take him away from what he's truly passionate about: comedy. His imaginary friend, Chunky, appears throughout the story to help Hudi achieve his dreams. Chunky is a great book for kids who want to read about friendship, family, and try to find where they might fit in.1．Which of the following tells about happy childhood?A．YusufAzeemIsNotaHero.B．BlackBoyJoy.C．ParadiseonFire.D．Chunky.2．What is the book by Jewell Parker Rhodes about?A．A girl trying to escape from danger.B．A boy suffering at school.C．A boy participating in a summer camp.D．A girl taking an interest in comedy.3．Who is Chunky in the book?A．A comedian. B．Hudi's classmate.C．A shy boy. D．An unreal friend.B[2023·长沙市雅礼中学一模]As a child, I never considered myself an athlete at all as I was very uncoordinated (不协调的). However, I did love to run because I felt as if I was flying but this all changed two years ago when I suffered a knee injury. I was bedridden for two weeks and I had a difficult time moving even short distances. I literally cried myself on my way to the car for a few days.When therapy wasn't working well for me, I signed up for a hot yoga class for girls, Bikram Yoga to be exact. Starting a yoga practice was truly a godsend because it helped me gain strength in my knees but, most importantly, yoga helped me attain a more peaceful state of mind, body and spirit.Since each class was heated to 105°F, every time I stepped foot in the yoga studio, I'd feel a surge(涌起) of negative thoughts come upon me like a big ocean wave. Some of these thoughts were, in the beginning of my practice, so strong that I walked out of the class several times. However, as the months passed by, I noticed that when I didn't get swayed away by my negative thoughts, I could stay in the hot room for longer.After 3­4 months of practicing hot yoga, my arms and legs were beginning to get definition. I also woke up with so much more energy than I had before starting my yoga practice and I gradually started shedding the pounds from my body. Yoga literally made me feel as if I'd taken a shot of energy drink and just gave me that burst that helped my knees heal and made my overall health better.As I saw some of my classmates do poses that looked appealing to me, I started to think maybe I could do them too. Therefore, yoga helped show me that I have no real limitations physically unless I set those limitations myself through eating junk and thinking in negative limiting terms.Also, practicing yoga in front of a mirror helped me connect with myself and practicing with a group of people really helped me to feel a greater sense of connection with humanity whereas before I didn't. Overall, this yoga practice has helped me to see I'm part of a bigger picture in life!4．What made the author sign up for the yoga class?A．Her currently disabled knee.B．Her being uncoordinated.C．Her failure to find her car.D．Her serious mental disease.5．What can we learn about the author from Paragraph 3?A．Lack of confidence prevented her doing yoga.B．The temperature was difficult to bear in yoga classes.C．She couldn't stand the pain the knee injury brought.D．She was greatly impacted by negative thoughts at first.6．What effect did yoga have on the author?A．She did better than her classmates at school.B．Her physical and mental states have improved a lot.C．She has developed many healthy eating habits.D．Her social circle was widened in the yoga classes.7．What is the author's purpose in writing the passage?A．To share her experience in taking yoga classes.B．To call on readers to sign up for yoga courses.C．To present the benefits of practicing yoga regularly.D．To show readers the necessary skills needed to do yoga.CAnimal and plant species are disappearing at frightening rates. The problem has led to efforts to “rewild” places where such life existed before human development, pollution and climate change forced it out. The American city of Detroit is an example of how human actions can increase rewilding, which generally means helping natural systems in damaged locations, removing dams or building tunnels to reconnect animal pathways cut by roads.Detroit's population reached a high of 1.8 million in the 1950s. Then the population began dropping. By 2000, there were fewer than one million people living in the city. Thousands of houses and other buildings were left empty over the years. Some structures were destroyed, leaving empty areas that plants and animals regained as habitats. Nonprofit groups have also planted trees and community gardens in these areas. Bald eagles found their way back as bans on DDT and some other insect poisons were put in place nationwide. Anti­pollution laws and government­supported cleanups made nearby rivers better for fish and native plants.Now, Detroit is home to 300 bird species and is a busy visiting place for ducks and others during migration. Additionally, this city offers a special way to study plants and animals in urban settings. Unlike most big cities, its population is decreasing but its streets and buildings remain in place. And there are many kinds of habitats, including large lakes, rivers and human neighborhoods. Detroit's parklands are so quiet that people don't even know they're in the city.“It used to be that you had to go to some remote location to get exposure to nature，” said John Hartig, a professor of University of Windsor. “Now that's not the case. Like it or not, rewilding will occur. The question is how we can prepare communities and environments to anticipate the presence of more and more wildlife. After all, many city people have lost their tolerance to live with wildlife. To really make a difference in dealing with the biodiversity crisis, you're going to have to have people on board.”8．What might have happened in Detroit at the beginning of 21st century?A．The city was overpopulated.B．More community gardens were built.C．Many buildings were deserted.D．The environment was badly damaged.9．What does the example of Detroit mainly tell us?A．It's government­supported efforts that really matter.B．Humans' efforts can make a difference in rewilding.C．Humans are to blame for the worsening environment.D．It's hard to humans and wildlife to live in harmony.10．What can we infer about current Detroit from the text?A．It is a big city crowded with tourists and bird species.B．Tourists don't show any interest in the quiet surroundings.C．It's turned into a place where people can get close to nature.D．It's become a center for those who study animals and plants.11．What does the underlined word “anticipate” in the last paragraph mean?A．Protect. B．Expect.C．Imagine. D．Delay.DThe Front Porch Center for Innovation and Wellbeing (FPCIW) launched a Bear Robotics ‘Servi’ pilot in June 2022 to help ease the challenges for senior dining services. In senior care, difficult as having a major change can be, the FPCIW took strategic steps to maximize the chances of the robotics pilot being a success. Davis Park, vice president at FPCIW, feels the pilot's success was largely due to the pre­deployment conversations and focus group discussions held. “We strongly believe that a little investment in the groundwork can make all the difference in a successful or failed technology project in senior living communities，” he says.Clear, open, and honest conversation around the pilot helped to prepare staff and residents for the robots' introduction. “Change is always hard，” says Park. “The open discus sions we had weeks in advance were helpful to make sure residents and staff felt heard about concerns they had about how ‘the robots are taking over’ or ‘this is going to take my job away.’” He notes that the FPCIW worked to reach out directly to those individuals who disagree or feel uncomfortable and to understand their pain points.The focus on deliberate and clear messaging also helped to address concerns surrounding the pilot. Messaging was delivered in person as early as eight weeks before the robots were introduced to the community dining rooms. Multiple open forums leading up to the “go­live” kickoff created the opportunity to answer questions and address concerns. “We also distributed digital and physical copies of flyers and letters to all residents. And with that, we were able to head off many of the concerns and worries before they became problems and barriers to adoption.”When it comes to using robots in dining services, Park has a word for senior care operators. “Listen. Make sure to create the time and space for residents and staff to air their concerns, and also be prepared for those who may not be ready，” he says. “And just as importantly, if not more: Make it fun! During our go­live event, we covered the dining room with robot­themed decorat ions and had the robots pass out robot­themed candies and champagne (香槟).”12．What is the key to the pilot's being successful?A．Putting in much time.B．Investing massive money.C．Providing chances of research maximally.D．Having sufficient communications beforehand.13．Why do some people object to the pilot?A．They find robots unfriendly.B．They fear their unemployment.C．They consider robots unreliable.D．They think the robot hard to operate.14．What's Paragraph 3 mainly about?A．Concerns on the pilot.B．Ways of delivering messages.C．Means of writing letters to residents.D．Barriers to accepting the dining robots.15．What's Park's advice for operators?A．To be sociable and grateful.B．To be cautious and generous.C．To be tolerant and optimistic.D．To be patient and considerate.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。

30分语言运用保分练(四)语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节完形填空(共15个小题，每小题1分，满分15分)阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

[2023·石家庄市教学质量检测]Jonathan Jones, 12, was overcome with emotion after his principal, who is also color blind, let him __1__ his unique glasses during science class last week.As soon as Jones put the glasses on, he appeared to be immediately __2__. He initially smiled and laughed, but he __3__ moments later. He then walked around the classroom excitedly, __4__ the now­vivid colors around him.“I was feeling joy that I could __5__see all this color...and a little bit of __6__ that I couldn't see color my whole life，” Jonathan told ABC news.The boy's mother posted a(n) __7__ of Jonathan seeing color for the first time online and started a GoFundMe campaign to buy a pair of the unique glasses for Jonathan, which reportedly cost $ 350. However, so many people were __8__ by Jonathan's story, and the campaign actually ended up __9__ more than $ 25, 000.She wrote “After posting the video, we've been touched by how many __10__ people have wanted to help him. We've had __11__ pairs donated to Jonathan and will use 100% of donated funds to purchase color blind glasses for those who can't __12__ t hem.” “The glasses company will __13__ every pair we purchase with a free pair, which doubles the number of people we can __14__，” she continued.For Jonathan, with the new glasses comes a new __15__ of the world. He said his favorite color is blue and he's excited to visit the Caribbean this winter so hecan see the ocean in all its glory.,1．A.borrow B．polishC．remove D．adjust2．A.disappointed B．annoyedC．surprised D．embarrassed3．A.calmed down B．broke downC．cheered up D．woke up4．A.mixing B．paintingC．changing D．exploring5．A.finally B．rarelyC．constantly D．occasionally6．A.tension B．sadnessC．relief D．shame7．A.picture B．articleC．video D．introduction8．A.moved B．shockedC．confused D．entertained9．A.loaning B．costingC．saving D．collecting10．A.wealthy B．generousC．competent D．ambitious11．A.limited B．cheapC．multiple D．fashionable12．A.find B．produceC．fix D．afford13．A.match B．equipC．replace D．compare14．A.treat B．instructC．help D．accompany15．A.future B．viewC．situation D．record[答题区]1～5 ________ 6～10 ________11～15 ________第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

专题限时训练(三十四) [史地自然型阅读理解(一)](限时：25分钟)(一)The Pacific island nation of Nauru used to be a beautiful place.Now it is an ecological disaster area.Nauru's heartbreaking story could have one good consequence—other countries might learn from its mistakes.For thousands of years，Polynesian people lived in the remote island of Nauru，far from western civilization.The first European to arrive was John Fearn in 1798.He was the British captain of the Hunter, a whaling ship.He called the island Pleasant Island.However, because it was very remote, Nauru had little communication with Europeans at first.The whaling ships and other traders began to visit，bringing guns and alcohol.These elements destroyed the social balance of the twelve family groups on the island.A ten­year civil war started，which reduced the population from 1，400 to 900.Nauru's real troubles began in 1899 when a British mining company discovered phosphate(磷酸盐)on the island.In fact，it found that the island of Nauru was nearly all phosphate，which was a very important fertilizer for farming.The company began mining the phosphate.A phosphate mine was not a hole in the ground；it was a strip mine.When a company strip­mined，it removed the top layer of soil.Then it took away the material it wanted.Strip mining totally destroyed the land.Gradually, the lovely island of Nauru started to look like the moon.In 1968，Nauru became one of the richest countries in the world.Every year the government received millions and millions of dollars for its phosphate.Unfortunately, the leaders invested the money unwisely and lost millions of dollars.In addition，they used millions more dollars for personal expenses.Soon people realized that they had a terrible problem—their phosphate was running out.Ninety percent of their island was destroyed and they had nothing.By 2000，Nauru was financially ruined.Experts say that it would take approximately$433，600，000 and more than 20 years to repair the island.This will probably never happen.1．What might be the author's purpose in writing the text?A．To seek help for Nauru's problems.B．To give a warning to other countries.C．To show the importance of money.D．To tell a heartbreaking story of a war.2．What was Nauru like before the Europeans came?A．Rich and powerful.B．Modern and open.C．Peaceful and attractive.D．Greedy and aggressive.3．The ecological disaster in Nauru resulted from________．A．soil pollutionB．phosphate overminingC．farming activityD．whale hunting4．Which of the following was a cause of Nauru's financial problem?A．Its leaders misused the money.B．It spent too much repairing the island.C．Its phosphate mining cost much money.D．It lost millions of dollars in the civil war.5．What can we learn about Nauru from the last paragraph?A．The ecological damage is difficult to repair.B．The leaders will take the experts' words seriously.C．The island was abandoned by the Nauruans.D．The phosphate mines were destroyed.(二)Squirrels often communicate with whistles, chirps and chucks, which sound like the word “chuck”. Whistles and chirps are like the sounds that many birds make.Now scientists have translated some of their squirrel­speak.Hare, a professor of zoology at the University of Maniloha in Winnipeg, and his team managed to record squirrels' alarm calls.The researchers studied the sounds and then played them back to 60 wild squirrels, which the scientists approached individually with a video recorder to capture(抓拍)their responses.Some squirrels lifted their heads up and became alert(警惕的)．Creatures that were more frightened simply ran for their lives and dived into caves.“In effect then, whistles that mix with chucks say ‘there's an enemy of average threat that's here’，and whistles without chucks say ‘there's an enemy of seemingly average threat around here somewhere’，while pure chirps say, ‘I'm hiding here because there's an immediate danger.’” Hare told.Hare and some other researchers believe such sounds are part of an advanced language that develops just as all other communication systems.Although squirrels risk their lives when they call out to warn others of threats, other squirrels might admire this behaviour, thus increasingly the caller's social status, like humans who look up to heroes. Hare added that other animals, such as birds, probably understand at least some squirrel language, since they also may benefit from the alarm calls.In fact, another Canadian study found that deep­voiced, black­capped ch ickadees have their own language, too.According to certain research, there are a lot of tidings in chickadees' calls, such as directing fellows' activities, keeping in contact between mates, and raising alarms.While chickadees and other birds are often welcomed into gardens by homeowners, squirrels are frequently viewed as pests(害兽). Hare wishes a greater understanding of the complex social lives and communication systems of squirrels will provide “hope that humans will gain a greater appreciation and stop doing harm to theseanimals”．1．The text mainly talks about ________．A．the study on the language of squirrelsB．the comparison between squirrels and chickadeesC．the calling for the protection of squirrelsD．the ways for squirrels to escape from their enemies2．If a squirrel is in a very dangerous situation, it would probably make ________．A．whistles with chucksB．pure chirpsC．whistles without chucksD．repeated chucks3．The underlined word “tidings” in Paragraph 6 probably means “________”．A．difficulties B．poisesC．messages D．languages4．What can be learned from this text?A．Squirrels communicate with each other as humans do.B．Some squirrels understand the recorded alarm calls.C．Other animals also well understand the language of squirrels.D．Birds such as chickadees don't have their own language.(三)It's only 4 hours flying time from Sydney, but a world away. What better place to rest than a country where the only place people hurry is on the football field and things are done in “Fiji time”？Viti Levu is the largest island. Here you'll find the capital Suva and the international airport at Nadi. Vatoa, on the other hand, is a tiny island in the farthest part of Fiji. Then there are 331 other islands, many of them with places to stay.With less than a million people living on islands, you'll never feel crowded. And with a climate that changes only for five degrees between seasons, there's never a bad time to come.From cities to villages, from mountains to beaches, from water sports to wooden artworks, Fiji can give you more adventures and special experiences than you could find almost anywhere in the world.Whenever you come, wherever you go，you're sure to see some unforgettable events，from war dances to religious (宗教的) songs, from market days to religious days. It's not just staged for tourists; it's still a part of everyday life in Fiji. And any one of us can enjoy Fiji's spirit by being part of the traditional (传统的) sharing of yaqona—a drink made from the root of a Fiji plant.So why not join us for the experience of a lifetime?1．Where is the international airport of Fiji?A．In Suva.B．In Sydney.C．On the island of Vatoa.D．On the island of Viti Levu.2．What does the text tell us about Fijian people?A．They invented “Fiji time” for visitors.B．They stick to a traditional way of life.C．They like to travel from place to place.D．They love taking adventures abroad.3．One of the things that make Fiji a tourist attraction is ________．A．its comfortable hotelsB．its good weather all year roundC．its exciting football matchesD．its religious beliefs4．Where can we most probably read this text?A．In a personal diary.B．In a science report.C．In a travel magazine.D．In a geography textbook.专题限时训练(三十四)(一)【要点综述】文章主要讲述了太平洋岛国瑙鲁如何从一个环境优美的天堂岛变成一个生态失衡、满目疮痍的小岛。

50分阅读限时满分练(四)(限时35分钟)Ⅰ.阅读理解(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)ARajasthan is one of the most visited states in India.These top tourist places to visit in Rajasthan shouldn’t be missed.JaipurThe Pink City,Jaipur,is one of the Rajasthan’s most popular places.It has many famous forts(堡垒)and palaces,with most beautiful views and buildings.Staying in Jaipur is particularly enjoyable.Hotels are reasonably priced,which gives guests a very unforgettable experience!Ranthambore National ParkRanthambore National Park is one of the best places in India to spot a tiger in the pared with many national parks in India,it’s also easy to get to.This makes it very popular.Unfortunately,it has been facing lots of tourist problems.The park is also home to the10th century Ranthambore Fort.It’s a huge fort that contains ruined pavilions,monuments,and three Hindu temples.The park is full of history, having seen many wars played out on its land,and the rise and fall of many rulers.JaisalmerA beautiful sandstone city rises magically from the sand dunes(沙丘)of the Thar desert.It looks like it’s straight out of an Arabian Nights fable.Its ancient fort,built in1156,lets visitors view the city.It houses five palaces,several temples,as well as shops and other houses.Riding a camel into the desert is also a popular thing in Jaisalmer.JodhpurKnown as the Blue City for its blue painted buildings,Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur provides a good look at Jodhpur’s blue buildings.It’s one of the largest and most well-protected forts in India.Inside,there are numbers of palaces and a museum.It’s great to do nothing but relax here.1.If you want to travel by riding a camel,you can go to.A.JaipurB.JodhpurC.JaisalmerD.Ranthambore National Park2.What can we learn from the text?A.Jaipur is known as the Blue City.B.Five Hindu temples lie in Ranthambore Fort.C.Jaisalmer’s ancient fort was built in the11th century.D.Ranthambore National Park is very popular with tourists.3.What does the text mainly introduce to us?A.Tourist attractions at risk.B.Travels in the desert.C.The culture and history of India.D.Several places of interest in Rajasthan.B(2021·宁夏银川高三教学质量检测)As I lay here in my hard,uncomfortable hospital bed,all I could think about was how badly I wanted to leave this place.It had been four days of doctors giving bad news,medicine injections,procedures, MRIs and restless nights.I had been able to eat one meal a day due to the surgeries I was scheduled for later.I asked my mum to bring me my car keys and on my key chain there was a soft piece of leather made from my first baseball glove.She looked worried and sad,handing the key chain to me.In the fibres of the leather were so many memories that had transformed me as a person.I grabbed my keys and touched a smooth piece of leather.It was a nice coffee brown and about3 inches in length.Every time I touched it,I would think of one thing—baseball.The key chain was made from my first baseball glove that I cherished so much.It carried great moments like championships as well as moments when I struck out and lost.All of a sudden,my nurse walked in and I jumped when I heard her voice.She didn’t mean to interrupt,but I needed more medicine.Once she left,I focused back and grasped the cowhide.I rubbed my fingers up and down just feeling this reminder of the game.It took me on a wild road trip through my brain and I would stop at each baseball memory.This time I began to picture the people that were involved in my baseball life.I opened my eyes,realising the road trip that I used to be on had gone with the wind.My gaze shifted to the clock on the opposite wall.Almost an hour had passed!Even in tough times the things and people you love could help you escape and you would get over all the difficulties.4.What made the author’s mother worried?A.The author’s skill in baseball.B.The author’s attitude to his life.C.The author’s present situation.D.The poor condition of the hospital.5.Why did the author treasure the key chain?A.It brought back plenty of memories.B.It was soft and comfortable to touch.C.It had witnessed his great moments.D.It was made from one of his baseball gloves.6.What does the underlined word“cowhide”in paragraph3mean?A.Medicine.B.Baseball.C.Glove.D.Leather.7.What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A.The author feels depressed.B.The author is confident of his future.C.The author cherishes his past experience.D.The author feels tired of the life in the hospital.C(2021·江苏泰州高三第二次联考)What should we get for our kids this holiday?As children get older,giving them something they can experience instead of material things makes them happier,according to a new research led by Chaplin.The research compares the level of happiness children get from material things with that from experiences.The results shows that children aged3through12get more happiness from material things than from experiences.However,older children get more happiness from experiences than from their possessions.“It means experiences are highly preferred by adolescents,not just expensive material things,”Chaplin says.She continues explaining,“Don’t get me wrong.Young children do love experiences.And given this concept,theme parks such as Disneyland are being built everywhere.In fact,young children are excited throughout the experience.However,for experiences to provide lasting happiness,children must be able to recall details of the events.”Long after they have unwrapped their toys,there will still be a physical reminder to give them happiness.However,young children can’t see or touch experiences after they are over,making it harder for them to appreciate experiences after a long time.There’s an easy fix,though,according to Chaplin.“Take pictures or videos of family walks,playing in the snow,and birthday parties,”shesays.“Children are likely to appreciate those experiences more if there is something to remind them of the event.Additionally,they’ll be able to learn the social value of shared experiences.”Children will remember and appreciate not only the birthday gifts they received,but also the time spent with family and friends as they recall the experience through concrete reminders such as photos and videos.Since memory is developed over time,it’s likely that children,especially young ones,may not get as much happiness from past experiences as from possessions.But with age,creating new memories and exploring new interests may be far more valuable than getting possessions.8.Why are theme parks springing up according to Chaplin?A.They can offer children lasting happiness.B.Events in them are centred on specific themes.C.Direct involvement in events there caters to children.D.Kids have an affection for the atmosphere they offer.9.The underlined word“fix”in paragraph4can be replaced by“”.A.solutionB.arrangementC.preparationD.focus10.Which of the following would Chaplin probably agree with?A.Videos appeal to children more than gifts.B.Toys are not kids’cup of tea.C.Older children value family time more than younger ones.D.Physical reminders help remember past experiences better.11.What can be inferred from the passage?A.Experiences are better gifts for older children.B.Social values should be put in the first place.C.New interests are most precious for children.D.Material possessions bring more happiness to children.D(2021·辽宁高三3月联考)Men hunted.Women gathered.That has long been the common view of our prehistoric ancestors.But the discovery of a woman buried about9,000years ago in the Andes Mountains with weapons and hunting tools,and an analysis of other burial sites in the Americas challenges this widely accepted division of labour in hunter-gatherer society.“Labour practices among recent hunter-gatherer societies are highly gendered,which might lead some to believe that sexist inequalities in things like pay or rank are somehow‘natural’,”said Randy Haas, assistant professor of anthropology(人类学)at University of California,Davis.“But it’s now clear that sexual division of labour was fundamentally different—likely more equal and reasonable—in our species deep hunter-gatherer past.”The burial site was discovered in2018during excavations(发掘)at a high-altitude site called Wilamaya Patjxa in what is now Peru.The woman,thought to be between17and19years old when she died,was buried with items that suggested she hunted big-game animals.Although some scholars have suggested a role for women in ancient hunting,others have dismissed this idea even when hunting tools were uncovered in female burials.To examine whether this woman found at this site was an outlier,the researchers examined429skeletons(骷髅)at107burial sites in North and South America around8,000to14,000years ago.Of those,27individuals were buried with hunting tools—11were female and15were male.The sample was sufficient to support the conclusion that female participation in early big-game hunting was likely not unusual.The findings add to doubts about man—the hunter assumption that informed much thinking about early humans since the mid-20th century.“They suggest hunting was very much a community-based activity,needing the participation of all able-bodied individuals to drive large animals”,the researchers said.The weapon of choice at that time had low accuracy,encouraging broad participation,and using it was a skill learned from childhood.12.What does the burial site at Andes Mountains show?A.The origin of sexist inequality.B.The hunting skills of ancient times.C.The social system of prehistoric hunters.D.The job division of hunter-gatherer society.13.Which of the following might Randy Haas agree with?A.Gender plays no part in recent hunter-gatherer society.B.Sexist inequality is a natural result of prehistoric society.C.Ancient division of labour might be fairer than we’d thought.D.Public ideas of women’s role will be changed abruptly.14.What does the underlined word“outlier”in paragraph4mean?A.Exception.B.Failure.C.Role model.D.Easy target.15.What might make prehistoric hunting a community-based activity?ck of able-bodied individuals.B.Imperfection in hunting weapons.C.Better accuracy of females in hunting.D.Need for large animals as food source.Ⅱ.七选五(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)(2021·江苏如皋高三第二次适应性考试)Mixing murals,sculpture and calligraphy,grotto(石窟)temples are historical treasures of ancient Chinese art,values and spirits.Thousands of people flock to grotto temples each year.16 In October,the National Cultural Heritage Administration and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a notice,urging the protection of China’s grotto temples.Grotto temple workers are required to do research and determine how many daily visitors they can safely handle.17Visitors are encouraged to visit at different periods or have virtual experiences related to the cultural heritage sites.These measures are aimed at preserving these relics,as both human and environmental factors have caused harm.Tourists often touch the sculptures,leading to changes in the surface and colour of the figures gradually.18And even the most well-behaved tourists can unknowingly cause harm to the relics. Over many centuries,the ancient rocks that make up these grottoes slowly corrode(腐蚀)due to the acid content of air,water and microorganisms.19According to a study by the China University of Geosciences,the carbon dioxide that visitors breathe out has made the air more acid.At the Mogao Grottoes in Gansu,researchers also found that microorganisms brought in unintentionally by visitors themselves have also led to changes in colour in murals.“20Seeing the grottoes in depth,it will help people better understand Chinese philosophy and humanities from a historical perspective.”a regional director of the Yungang Grottoes Research Academy told China News.A.Preserving these relics is important.B.Yet these relics are threatened by visitors.C.The new rule received support from visitors.D.The light from cameras can also damage the relics.E.The visitors’number should be controlled based on this research.F.But when the grottoes are open to the public,the process speeds up.G.Efforts should also go into advertising the beauty of grotto temples.50分阅读限时满分练(四)【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文。

专题限时训练(四十) [议论文型阅读填空](限时：25分钟)(一)Four habits to help you succeedWe all want to succeed，whether it's in losing weight or learning the guitar.For those who have tried and failed，success seems difficult to understand.Why does one person succeed where another person fails? 1.________1．Identify your core values.Finding your core values is in line with creating inner motivation. 2.________ Pick a handful of things and actually write them down.Remind yourself of your values every day，and reflect on whether you are honouring those values through your work.2．Pick a goal and focus on it.Choose one goal to start something large enough that will give you a sense of accomplishment，while adjusting well to your core values.Focus is key here.3.________ If you perform many tasks at a time，you might never complete your projects because they will take far too long.3．Set a deadline for success.Set a date for success.Identify when you hope to achieve your goal. 4.________ By setting a time limit，you are making the process more real.4. 5.________Failure can't be avoided when you take risks.By its very definition，the desire to succeed means you are risking failure.Many people tend to give up far too early.Don't fall into this trap！Remember your mindset earlier.Know it will happen.A failure is merely you working out the details，and learning what works and what doesn'e failure.Treat it as a good thing，and march on!A．The more focused you are on one goal，the higher chance you have of success.B．Make the right decision.C．I've made a list of four habits to help you set goals and achieve them.D．Stick to your goal.E．Keep it realistic，while not taking you too much time.F．Sit and reflect on what you value most.G．Push yourself to be courageous，and take that next step.(二)Whenever anyone measures educational success，East Asian countries are always top scorers. But in a recent league table (排名表)，a European country, Finland, was top of the class.1.________ Britain was at No. 6. What is the secret of Finland and Korea's success? That's time to do some homework.In Korea the school day is long—typically 7 or 8 hours，followed by hours of private tutoring in the evenings. 2.________ Worries about the effects of late night cramming (填鸭式教学) led the government to force cramming schools to close by 10 pm.Finnish children spend the least time in class in the developed world, often finishing just after lunch, with about one hour of homework a day. Private tuition is uncommon. The British school day is quite long in comparison, about 6 hours, and secondary school pupils do 2 or 3 hours of self­study a night.The Korean education system, like many in Asia, is extremely competitive, with students even competing to get into the best cramming schools to get ahead. Finnish education is far less competitive.3.________ British schools again occupy the middle ground, with quite high levels of competition for places at university，and schools and universities battling to come top of league tables for everything from exam results to student satisfaction.Korea and Finland both do well，yet their education systems are so different.4.________Well, there are some similarities in Korea and Finland. In the two countries, teachers have a high status in society, and education is very highly valued. Those attitudes can't change quickly. But it can be done. 5.________ Their quite different approaches to schooling took them to the top in just a generation.A．Then where do their differences lie?B．Korea was still in second place, though.C．So what lessons can Britain learn from these two countries?D．Classes are all mixed ability, and there are no league tables.E．Time devoted to school is the key to Korean students' high scores.F．Finnish children might be the star pupils now, but until the 1970s，Finland's education system was poor.G．All this hard work leaves Korean students tired to fall asleep sometimes in class next day.(三)What is a big dream? 1.________ Or, is a big dream something that provides only entertainment? Children dream big dreams, but there are three barriers to realizing dreams.They often kill them before they ever have a chance to grow.The selfImmediately following the birth of a big dream, a negative self­talk takes over and gives all the reasons why it cannot happen. This inside voice is the ego(自我). It's there for protecting and should be listened to. 2.________ Most people are influenced by the inside voice.That's why only a handful of people make their dreams come true.3．________Family and friends are a lot like the ego.They want to protect those they love, so they will often list all the reasons why the big dreams won't come true. Sometimes, family and friends destroy dreams of those they love most, out of their own fear of being left behind.The worldIf one gets past the first two barriers, one has to face the world. 4.________ In the past, big dreamers were locked up and sometimes even killed when they were shown to the world.Fortunately, in most of the world today, big dreamers just getlaughed at.The way to realize a big dream is with confidence and action.When children have confidence and then take action, they will be ready to accept any failure.The truth is that every great dreamer whose dreams have never seen the light of success knows failure well. 5.________A．Family and friendsB．How big dreams dieC．Does a big dream show one's future?D．They simply fail until they succeed.E．It is the last and the most terrible barrier.F．Sometimes it is right, but more often it is wrong.G．And their big dream is to be a rock star or a famous artist.(四)Every student has tests when they are at school. But have you ever been so worried about the tests that you can't fall asleep at night? Have you ever felt sick or had a headache during a test? 1.________ This worry in your mind can make your body feel bad. You may feel angry, frustrated, scared, or afraid—which can give you a stomachache or a headache.2．________ Good or normal stress might happen when you are called to answer a question in class or when you have to give a speech. This kind of stress can help you get things better done. 3.________But bad stress can happen if the stressful feelings keep going over a long time. You may not feel well if your parents are fighting, if a family member is ill, if you are having problems at school, or if you are going through anything else that makes you upset every day. 4.________5．________ That means making good decisions about how to spend your time. If you are only dealing with school stuff and have no time to play, you can get stressed. Make sure you keep your SELF in mind: sleep, exercise, leisure and food. If you take care of yourself and get enough sleep and food, and if you exercise and leave time for fun stuff, you will probably be less stressed out!A．However, there are two different kinds of stress.B．Can you tell a kind of stress from another one?C．The best way to keep stress away is to have a balanced life.D．That kind of stress isn't going to help you, and it can actually make you sick.E．Since bad stress is harmful to us, we'd better try to change it into good stress.F．If so, then you know what stress is. Stress is what you feel when you are worried or uncomfortable about something.G．For example, you may do a better job on your test if the stress pushes you to prepare well before the test.专题限时训练(四十)(一)【要点综述】人人都想成功，但结果却各不相同。

专题限时训练(三十一) [广告型阅读理解](限时：25分钟)(一)1.Which of the following ingredients (is) are used in all the recipes?A．Heavy cream. B．Sugar syrup.C．Corn flour. D．Strawberries.2．Chefs needn't freeze the ingredients when preparing ________．① Honey Sweet Cake ② Rosy Cake ③Triangle Sweet④Flaming MapleA．①② B．②③ C．①④ D．②④3．Which of the following is TRUE?A．Triangle Sweet takes the longest time to prepare.B．Strawberries used in the recipes aren't all fresh.C．Most strawberries are used when making a Rosy Cake.D．Honey Sweet Cake is the best choice for busy mothers.4．In how many recipes should chefs thicken the mixture by heating?A．Only one. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four.(二)CUYAHOGA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARYBay Village Branch, 502 Cahoon Road, 440­871­6392.●The Egyptian Pyramids, 7 pm Sept. 17. Join us as Don King, a long­time student of Egyptology, discusses the pyramids and presents the possible theories of the construction, design and mysteries surrounding these ancient wonders.●Join us as local Bay Village resident, Tom Bell, discusses his book My Dad Is a Freak: a Memoir, 7 pm Sept. 27.Fairview Park Branch, 21255 Lorain Road, 440­333­4700 or .●Dress for Success, 7 pm Sept. 17. First impressions count. Some job recruiters(招聘人员) use appearance to determine self­esteem, respect, confidence and organizational skills. Learn how to dress to emphasize your strengths and improve your employ ability. Registration required.●Music Study Groups, 1：15—2：45 pm Wednesdays, Sept. 19—Nov. 28. Explore current concert music performed by The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall through informal lectures and listening. Classes are designed for both new and experienced music lovers and are led by Dr Rose Breckenridge.●Practical Herbs, 7 pm Oct. 3. Famous doctor Sarah Hurt will talk about growing,drying and storing herbs and how to use them. Registration required.North Olmsted Branch, 27403 Lorain Road. 440­777­6211 or .●Job Club, 1：30—3：00 pm Sept. 17. Join Jim Hansen for helpful tips on resumes, job search strategies and interviewing. Anyone who is job hunting or looking to change careers is welcome.●War of 1812, 7：00—8：45 pm Sept. 17. This year marks the 200th anniversary. Professor Catherine Rokicky from Cuyahoga Community College will give a presentation about the war, and immediately following we'll discuss the book Mr and Mrs Madison's War: America's First Couple and the Second War of Independence by Hugh Howard. Registration required.Olmsted Falls Library, 7850 Main St., Olmsted Falls. 440­235­1150 or .●Family Story­time, 7：00—7：30 pm Wednesdays, through Nov. 27. Join us for rhymes, songs, finger­plays and a story or two. For children from birth through age8 with their caregivers.●Huntington Practice SAT Test, 10 am to 1 pm Sept. 15. Follow up, 4—5 pm Sept.26. Get ready for college by taking a practice SAT exam. Discuss strategies to improve your score, and get tips on preparing for the real exam. Registration required.●Imaginative Illustrati ons, 11 am to noon Sept. 29. A hands­on drawing program where children exercise their imagination while experiencing some basic techniques of cartooning. Grades K­5. Registration required.1．There are many activities for you to choose from on Sept. 17 EXCEPT ________．A．listening to a speech which is about the warB．attending a discussion about ancient Egyptian pyramidsC．attending a program about how to reduce exam anxietyD．learning about how to leave a good first impression on others2．If you want to study some medical knowledge, you can call ________．A．440­871­6392 B．440­333­4700C．440­777­6211 D．440­235­11503．If you want to learn how to educate your children, you should contact ________．A．Bay Village Branch B. North Olmsted BranchC．Fairview Park Branch D. Olmsted Falls Library4．In order to help yourself find a new job soon, you'd better go to ________．A．Bay Village Branch and Fairview Park BranchB．North Olmsted Branch and Olmsted Falls LibraryC．Fairview Park Branch and North Olmsted BranchD．Fairview Park Branch and Olmsted Falls Library5．It is learned from the passage that ________．A．you can study music for more than one month in Fairview Park BranchB．you can get the information about the four branches on the InternetC．you can choose to take part in all the mentioned events in the afternoon D．both Don King and Catherine Rokicky are college professors(三)Stewart Island ferry servicesWhile most visitors spend at least one night on Stewart Island, it is also readily accessible by ferry as a day excursion from Invercargill and Bluff.Experience Foveaux Strait in comfort and style on board our express catamarans. During the one­hour crossing between Bluff and Stewart Island, keep a lookout for wildlife, especially seabirds. Watching mollymawks (albatross) soaring behind the ferry is a fantastic sight.Interesting landmarks commonly seen include Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, Titi Islands and Mt Anglem—Stewart Island's highest point.Free tea and coffee on board.Interpretation handouts are available (English only)．Wheelchair access available.Personal b aggage is carried free on the ferries­max. Two bags pe r person (one stowed and one small carry­on). Additional baggage is by prior arrangement.Vehicle parking available at Bluff (extra cost­reservations recommended)．“20% Multi­Purchase REWARD” on return ferry services.Buy 2 or more different excursions and SAVE 20% off all lower priced!Kids go FREE on selected departures during NZ School Holidays!Kids go FREE for travel 20 April—5 May 2014.1．If leaving a car at Bluff, a traveller had better ________．A．refer to the handouts firstB．use wheelchair accessC．make a reservationD．park it 30 minutes before departure time2．John, who went to Stewart Island on Dec. 28th, got to the ferry dock at 7：55 am. When did he most probably leave Bluff?A．At 8：00 am. B．At 9：30 am.C．At 11：00 am. D．At 3：00 pm.3．Which of the following is FALSE about the ferry services? A．Tea and coffee are free for passengers.B．Children go free for travel for about 15 days.C．Travellers are sure to see some seabirds during the crossing. D．Passengers have to pay extra cost for extra pieces of luggage.专题限时训练(三十一)(一)【要点综述】本文是一篇应用文，介绍了四个食谱。