山东省德州市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题含答案解析

山东省德州市2023-2024学年高二上学期期末考试英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解A family cruise (乘船游览) offers a convenient and cost-effective alternative winter vacation. Here are appealing at-sea vacation ideas to consider this winter.Tour Australia with Princess CruisesFor a faraway family vacation, consider exploring Australia aboard the Princess. Leaving on Dec. 17, the Princess will take passengers to the Whitsunday Archipelago and the Great Barrier Reef. And on the ship, little ones can enjoy a wide range of onboard activities, from dance classes to volleyball classes. In the evening, parents and their kids can enjoy kid-friendly movies.Explore Asian Metropolises with Regent Seven SeasRegent Seven Seas’ ships take visitors to world-class destinations across Asia. Departing on Dec. 17, this 12-day cruise offers plenty of outdoor activities. Kids will enjoy the waterfalls of Miyazaki and the legendary street food scene in Hong Kong. As for onboard food, families can choose from a variety of dining options, from fast food to an Italian eatery. Discover Patagonia with SeabournThe amazing journey to Antarctica and Patagonia aboard the Seabourn Quest departs on Nov, 29, and includes a jam-packed agenda. Animal lovers can admire penguins, seals and other fascinating wildlife up close via daily Zodiac boat trips. Back onboard the ship, kids can take baths, watch shows, play board games and curl up with a book at the library. Cruise to the Caribbean with DisneyDisney Cruise Line’s four ships offer plenty of bells and whistles for kids. Besides, there are plenty of family-friendly stateroom category options that cater to budget-conscious families. Depart from Port Canaveral, on a four-night cruise aboard the Disney Dream for a fun adventure through the Bahamas, with stops in Disney’s privately owned island. 1．What can kids do on the Princess?A. Learn dance skills.B. Perform in a drama.C. Read books in a library.D. Join in a sports meeting.2．What makes Seabourn special?A. Offering family-friendly trips.B. Serving varieties of onboard food.C. Providing close wildlife encounters.D. Covering seven continents of the world.3．Which cruise best suits the family who desires to save money?A. Princess.B. Regent Seven Seas.C. Seabourn.D. Disney.Johannes Fritz, an Austrian biologist, needed to come up with a plan again if he was going to prevent his rare and beloved birds from going extinct.To survive the European winter, the northern bald ibis needs to migrate south for the winter over the Alps. But shifting climate patterns have delayed when the birds begin to migrate and they are now reaching the mountains too late to make it over the peaks, locking them in an icy death trap. Determined to save them, he decided to teach the birds a new, safer migration route by guiding them himself in a tiny aircraft. He was confident that he could succeed in this daring, unconventional plan.the last in the wild, causing the birds to disappear entirely from the wild. When Mr. Fritz was born 56 years ago, the northern bald ibis could be found in Europe only in captivity (圈养) .Mr.Fritz has spent his career reintroducing the birds into the wild. Through years of trial and error, he learned to fly like a bird. He modified (改装) a lightweight aircraft so it would fly at speeds slow enough for the birds to keep up. In 2004, he led the first flock from Austria to Italy, and has since led more migrations. But the route he originally taught the ibises does not work successfully. With climate change warming the area where the birds summer, they now start their migration at the end of October instead of the end of September. The trip is expected to take about six weeks, “Still, we’re optimistic that it’ll work,” said Mr. Fritz.His family and colleagues witnessed the risks he was taking. “But the unavoidable risks are necessary,” Mr. Fritz said. “It’s not so much a job, but my life’s purpose.”4．What was Johannes Fritz’s plan?A. To shorten bald ibises’ migration route.B. To lead bald ibises to migrate on a new route.C. To better the climate patterns for bald ibises.D. To find out a safer destination for bald ibises.5．What does the underlined word “devoured” in paragra ph 3 mean?A. Destroyed.B. Abused.C. Released.D. Raised.6．Why was Mr. Fritz’s initial route for the birds ineffective?A. Owing to the long time it consumes.B. For the slow speed of his modified aircraft.C. Because of the toughness along the first route.D. Due to higher temperatures in the summer habitat.7．Which of the following can best describe Mr. Fritz?A. Honest.B. Innovative.C. Straightforward.D. Demanding.As you’re drafting your New Year’s resolutions, you may think that it takes 21 days of repeating an action for that action to become a habit. So, you set out to go to the gym for 21 days, thinking that by day 22 heading to the gym will feel automatic—maybe even fun.However, that 21-day estimate isn’t true. A habit expert Wendy Wood found that this falsehood came from a self-help book in the 1960s and actually described how long it takes to get used to your new appearance after plastic surgery. It’s important to note t hat getting used to something is not the same thing as forming a habit, and perhaps the two concepts got confused along the way, giving rise to the term today.To figure out how long it actually takes to form a habit, Phillippa Lally, and her team did a series of research.They recruited 96 people and asked each person to choose one new habit and report each day on whether or not they did the behavior and how automatic the behavior felt. Some people chose simple habits like “drinking a bottle of water with lunch.” Others chose m ore difficult tasks like “running for 15 minutes before dinner.” At the end of 12 weeks, the researchers analyzed the data to determine how long it took each person to go from starting a new behavior to automatically doing it.The study found that it takes more than 2 months before a new behavior becomes automatic—66 days to be exact. And if you want to set your expectations appropriately, the truth is that it will probably take you anywhere from two months to eight months to build a new behavior into your life. Interestingly, the researchers also found that “m issing one opportunity to perform the behavior did not affect the habit formation process.” That is to say, it doesn’t matter if you mess up every now and then. Building better habits is not an all-or-nothing process.So, for those who wish to form certain habits, persistence is king. To form a good habit, we need to pay more energy and effort.8．What does “21days” actually mean according to Wendy Wood?A. The time one drafts a book.B. The time one develops a new habit.C. The time one gets used to something.D. The time one recovers from a surgery. 9．How did the researchers do the research?A. By doing questionnaires.B. By tracking people’s behaviors.C. By making predictions.D. By analyzing data of previous studies. 10．What can we infer from paragraph 5?A. Habits cannot be noticed easily.B. The amount of time a habit takes varies.C. One should perform a behavior constantly.D. It takes exactly 66 days to form a new habit.11．What is the best title of the passage?A. Habit—good or not?B. Better habit, better life?C. 21days to form a habit?D. Hit or miss with habits?The house had been cleaned and decorated elegantly. The air smelt fresh. Little labels on all we saw around the house displayed important details: date of purchase and the current selling price. We were at a garage sale. There was no talking or bargaining. Buyers could pick up at the listed price.All efforts that release cash that is locked into stuff touch me deeply. If they break conventional ideas, I will like them even more. It is my view that people love to follow suit and end up with emotions they ought to feel, rather than being true to themselves. To say that one does not care for one’s grandmother’s necklace is considered rude, so one would simply keep it in the locker and pass it on to the next generation.No longer so, I am guessing.It’s not always about money, but perhaps about considering one’s choices. My argument always is to use stuff, if you like it so much. Wear those pieces of jewellery; use those pieces of furnitures; take home those piles of old-time bedsheets. But if none of them fit into your current home, allow someone else to take them home. Turn those properties over instead of leaving them unused.Hoarding (囤积) is not a virtue. It is a waste of the money that is locked into the property you are hoarding. I may use it sometime in the future, say some. Give that a time frame. If you are holding something you haven’t used even once in five years, ask yourself if someone else may need it. Don’t sell if you don’t care for money; but do give it away.All else needs to earn their place for their value and usefulness for you. Celebrate the liberation from hoarding and let there be light!12．What do people often do at the garage sale?A. Purchase a garage.B. Label their belongings.C. Talk about decoration.D. Trade their unused stuff.13．Why does the author mention “neeklace” in par agraph 2?A. To call for respect towards the elderly.B. To advocate holding onto the family tradition.C. To show the financial condition of an average family.D. To prove people tend to follow suit against their wills.14．What does the author believe according to paragraph 4?A. It is a good idea to save money.B. A good taste counts in purchase.C. Unused items deserve a new owner.D. The outdated should be thrown away.15．What is the author’s purpose of writing the passage?A. To call on people to get rid of hoarding.B. To show his worry about wasting resources.C. To draw attention to conserving the traditions.D. To inspire people to spend more on meaningful things.二、七选五16．In our ever-evolving world, where both personal and professional areas are loaded with challenges, problem solving skills are increasingly valuable in the workplace. ①Here’s how to enhance your strategy.Clear and brief communication is the key to effective problem-solving, acting as the bridge that connects diverse perspectives toward a common goal. ② It involves choosing the right words, structuring information logically, and being mindful of the audience to ensure that your message is both impressive and comprehensible. Active listening, on the other hand, is the skill of receiving information. It includes not just hearing words but understanding the underlying messages.③ To foster creativity, individuals must engage in activities that stimulate their imagination and encourage new perspectives. Have free-flowing brainstorming sessions that allow for the exploration of diverse ideas without immediate judgment. Additionally, exposing yourself to different fields promotes creative solution.Mistakes are not failures but valuable stepping stones on the path to mastery. ④Analyse what went wrong, identify areas for improvement and use this knowledge to inform your future problem-solving efforts. Creating a culture that opens the eyes of mistakes within a team or organization encourages an environment where individuals feel comfortable admitting errors.The journey to becoming a skilled problem solver is an ongoing process of growth and improvement. ⑤ __ Remain curious and open to acquiring new knowledge and skills that are directly applicable to your problem-solving attempt. That ensures you stay ahead of evolving challenges and acquire the skills needed to navigate an ever-changing landscape.Furthermore, participating in industry events, joining professional associations and connecting with mentors can offer insights that enrich your problem-solving skills.A. Seek continuous learning opportunities.B. Therefore, comprehension is a vital skill to develop.C. Effective conversation begins with the art of expression.D. Problem-solving at its best requires the out-of-the-box thinking.E. And they could help you achieve more in your personal life too.F. Each misstep provides an opportunity for reflection and learning.G. Each individual brings unique information to overcome challenges.三、完形填空（15空）Filkin’s Drift, a band of two in UK, have been highlighting sustainability (可持续性) inworking to spotlight sustainability and the environment in their work.17．A. completed B. planned C. canceled D. delayed18．A. failed B. ended C. slowed D. closed19．A. scheduled B. interrupted C. appreciated D. relocated20．A. picked out B. taken up C. caught up D. set aside21．A. security B. relaxation C. reputation D. environment22．A. researchers B. followers C. musicians D. professors23．A. instruments B. documents C. envelopes D. photographs24．A. compete B. perform C. advertise D. conclude25．A. crucial B. profitable C. practical D. colorful26．A. evaluate B. clear C. outline D. further27．A. constantly B. secretly C. randomly D. differently28．A. inform B. request C. inspire D. permit29．A. possible B. flexible C. typical D. private30．A. limit B. creation C. upgrade D. need31．A. examines B. joins C. employs D. declines四、短文填空32．Flowers, birds, figures and landscapes seem to jump out of the pictures on the walls of craftsman Hao Ruxiang’s workshop. From a ① (distant), these pictures appear to be fine paintings. Yet, up close, they resemble sculptural art, with a three-dimensional feel.It is buhu painting, ② was named a national cultural heritage by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in 2014. It originated ③ the traditional folk art of the Manchu ethnic people, who would use needle and thread to create patterns as ④ approach to mending boots, hats and clothing for ⑤ (practice) and artistic purposes.Through decades of efforts, Hao and his family have helped buhu painting to evolve, ⑥(combine) the essence of numerous traditional crafts. “We got an inspiration from cloisonne (景秦蓝瓷器) , glued gold threads along the edges of flowers, ⑦ created a better visual effect.” Hao explains, adding that many techniques ⑧ __ (apply) in the art are all coming from practice.To date, Hao ⑨ (explore) many innovative techniques of her own, and managed todeliver beautiful examples of the art. However, her focus has been on broadening this art form to ensure better development, because she believes machinery cannot ⑩ (full) replace manual work.五、书面表达33．假如你是李华，上周日你们班去敬老院(nursing house) 慰问老人，请给校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：1.活动时间；2.活动内容；3.活动感想。

山东省德州市2024年中考英语模拟试卷阅卷人一、阅读理解（本大题共20小题,共50.0分）得分阅读理解School Policy•Fighting,saying bad words and all other bad behavior will not be allowed.•Do not throw rocks,snowballs,sticks,waste paper or dirt on the school grounds.Rollerblading is not allowed at school.•Contact through a note or a phone call must be made to the school if you are absent from school.•Parents and visitors are required to check in at the office when entering theschool.Lunchroom Guide•Students should use quiet voices in the lunchroom.•Students should go through the lunch line in a quiet and orderly manner.•Students should clean up their eating area before leaving the lunchroom.Meal PricesLunch：＄1.50daily Weekly Lunch Ticket：＄7.50Breakfast：＄0.80Weekly Breakfast Ticket：＄4.00k：＄0.45Adult Lunch：＄2.501．The passage is mainly written for______.A．parents B．students C．visitors D．workers 2．From the passage you know that you should______at school.A．throw dirt everywhere B．be absent from classC．speak aloud in the lunchroom D．clean up the eating area3．The underlined word"Contact"here means"______"in Chinese.A．联系B．接触C．会面D．交往4．On Monday student Li Mei has breakfast and lunch at school,she pays______.A．＄0.80B．＄1.50C．＄2.30D．＄3.00 5．Which of the following is WRONG according to the passage?A．You can't fight or say any bad words at school.B．Your parents should check in when they come to school.C．You should wait in line when you have lunch at school.D．An adult should pay as much money as a student for lunch.阅读理解What would life be like if you were a rocker,a soccer player,a professor at Stanford University,and a Nobel Prize winner?Carolyn Bertozzi from the US lives such a cool life!Bertozzi,56,shares this year's Nobel Prize in chemistry with carry Sharpless（US）and Morten Meldal（Denmark）. She became this year's only woman winner in science and the eighth woman to receive the chemistry prize in history.Bertozzi won the prize for studying the sugar coats of cells（细胞）.She has found a smart way to connect cells by connecting their sugar coats.The cells then have a green color so that scientists can see clearly where they are and how they move.This finding helps a lot in many ways,such as developing better tests for,infectious diseases（传染病）and new treatments for cancer.Bertozzi said she was not very interested in chemistry until her second year at Harvard University."The professors intentionally（故意地）made the class very difficult,"she,said,"My classmates complained a lot,but it matched my brain."Besides doing science studies,Bertozzi has lived a colorful life.She was a keyboardet（键盘手）in a rock band."I even used to think about majoring in music,"she said.She also played soccer,and won an athletic scholarship（体育奖学金）from Harvard.As a female scientist,Bertozzi tries to promote gender equality（性别平等）.SI n the late1980s,maybe10percent of the students were female.There were maybe one or two women in a lab,so we tried to support each other by starting a monthly get-together for all the women students in the department."6．Why did Bertozzi win this year's Nobel Prize?A．Because she invented a new treatment for cancer.B．Because she is the eighth female professor at Stanford University.C．Because she found a way to link cells and make them clearer to see.D．Because she found a new type-of-cells With a green color.7．How might Bertozzi describe her chemistry class in her second year at Harvard University?A．Useless and difficult.B．Boring and simple.C．Difficult and boring.D．Interesting and not too hard.8．What can we learn from Paragraph5?A．Bertozzi onice wrote songs for a rock band.B．Bertozzi once studied music at her university.C．Bertozzi lived a colorful life apart from doing research.D．Bertozzi won many scholarships because of her talent in chemistry.9．How did Bertozzi promote gender equality in the1980%?A．She set an award for women in science.B．She built a new lab for girls to do research.C．She increased the number of female students by10percent.D．She helped start a monthly get-together for women to support each other.10．What is the passage mainly about?A．How Bertozzi worked to win a Nobel Prize.B．What female scientists are good at.C．Nobel Prize winner's life experiences.D．The development of women's rights.阅读理解Stand in front of a mirror and look at it.How much do you really know about the per-son in it?It's not an easy job to know ourselves.To help students do this important task,schools across China are providing more classes and activities on self-knowledge.Liu Yue,a teacher from Chengdu Yucai Middle School,has recently given her students a useful tool."It's called the Johari Window,developed by two US psychologists,"said Liu."It has four areas about one's self：open area（that everyone knows about）,hidden area（that only you know）,blind spot （that everyone knows except you）and unknown area（that no-body knows）.Using this tool,students did a good job seeing themselves through a new lens（透镜）.""I'm most curious about my blind spot,"said eighth-grader Yang Manfei."So I did a survey with my friends."The results showed that Yang easily gets anxious（焦虑的）and impatient because of procrastination（拖延）."That's a bad habit I've never realized!"Yang said."I find the unknown area most amazing,"said Sun Boyin."It means everyone has lots of potential（潜力）."When Sun.entered middle school,he was not good at math."But I set a goal and did lots of math exercises."Now I'm much better at math.The unknown part of my math ability is getting clearer!"Sun said.When it came to the hidden area,most students kept silent."I'm scared to show my secrets deep down,"said Li Yixuan."Then one classmate stood up and said his favorite cartoon is Tom and Jerry.I thought：Am I brave enough to show my childish hobby?Perhaps not.I want my classmates to see me as a mature（成熟的）person,not a silly kid.Butthen I realized that I don't find that classmate-silly.I think he has the courage to be him-self.""Show yourself and make yourself better—that's the best lesson I learned."Li said.11．In the Johari Window,the blind spot is the part that______.A．everyone knows B．only you knowC．everyone knows except you D．nobody-knows12．Which is right according to the Johari Window?A．B．C．D．13．How did Yang Manfei feel about her blind spot before doing the survey?A．She was curious.B．She was anxious.C．She was impatient.D．She was amazed.14．What should people do about their unknown area,according to Sun Boyin?A．Make efforts in areas they are not good at.B．Try something completely new.C．Just give up and don't do anything.D．Collect suggestions from others.15．What did Li Yixuan learn from the test?A．Everybody has a part that is childish.B．You have the right to keep your secrets hidden.C．People prefer to be mature in front of others.D．Showing your true self helps you improve yourself.阅读理解Have you ever wondered how many ants there are on Earth?Scientists at the University of Hong Kong certainly have.In a new study,they estimated（估计）the number of the world's ants is about20,000,000,000,000,000（20 with15zeroes）!That means for every human,there are nearly2.5million ants.If you put all the ants together,they'd weigh more than all the wild birds and mammals（哺乳动物）on Earth,and that is the one-fifth of the humans.How did they count such a big number?In the past,many scientists have counted ants in different areas.They collected fallen leaves and earth and dried them to force the ants to come out for counting.According to Wang Runxi, one of the authors,the number and distribution（分布）of ants can be valuable predictors（预测器）of environmental changes."Ants play an important role in the ecosystem（生态系统）,"Wang told Science and Technology Daily."They help soft the soil,spread seeds,break down things and form a part of the food chain.They are everywhere on Earth except for the coldest places.""Compared with big animals,little ants are more sensitive（敏感的）to environmental changes, "Wang added.Most ants live in tropical and subtropical areas（热带和亚热带地区）.But in recent years,ants have been moving toward the two poles because of global warming.Changes in forests,such as too much tree-cutting,also affect the number of ants,the study showed."Our global（全球的）map of ants allows us to better understand and predict ants'responses（反应）to worrying environmental changes."scientists wrote in the study.16．What does the study show about ants?A．Ants actually belong to mammals.B．There are more ants than humans.C．Ants on Earth weigh more than humans.D．There are nearly2.5million ants on Earth.17．How did scientists count ants in different areas?A．They counted the ants running on the ground.B．They picked leaves from.trees and counted ants on them.C．They dried fallen leaves and earth to make ants come out.D．They made a fire on the fallen leaves to count the dead bodies.18．What is Paragraph4mainly about?A．Why ants are important.B．How the ecosystem works.C．How ants work in the soil.D．What Wang Runxi found about Earth.19．According to Wang,how has global warming affected ants in recent years?A．Many ants have moved to warm places.B．More ants start to live in forests.C．More'ants are moving to the two poles.D．The number of ants is going up.20．What is the passage mainly about?A．How heavy ants can be.B．Why we should protect ants.C．Studies on wild animals in the world.D．Research on ants'number and importance.阅卷人二、补全对话-填空（本大题共1小题,共10.0分）得分补全对话Most people have ambitions（雄心）.21．For example,a student's ambition might be to pass his or her exams and then get a good job.An athlete's ambition could be to win an important competition.22．Not all ambitions are about success at work,however,some people just want to be good people,have a family or help others.23．He writes sports reports for his class newspaper.He likes most sports,and swimming and football are his favorites.Trudy's ambition is to be a concert pianist.24．It is very important to her.Harry's ambition changes every day!One day he wants to be an astronaut.The next day he wants to be a pop singer. 25．His mother would be happy if his ambition was to get up in time for school every day!What's your ambition?A.Ben's ambition is to be a sports writer.B.But others don't have any ambitions.C.She is very serious about it and practices playing the piano every day.D.An ambition is something we want to do,want to be or want to have.E.The next day he wants to drive a racing car.F.A businessman's ambition is usually to make a lot of money.阅卷人三、任务型阅读-多任务混合（本大题共1小题,共10.0分）得分任务型阅读Wearing long robes（长袍）and tall hats,a group of foreigners went on stage and performed Peking Opera and ballads（民谣）,as well as spoke Chinese.You can see scenes like this at the12th"Chinese bridge"—Chinese Proficiency（能力）Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students.The competition took place in Zhengzhou,Henan on November2.More than,120students,representing105countries,gave Chinese speeches and showed off their talent in areas such as kung fu,tai chi and calligraphy（书法）.Mackova Victoria,a15-year-old girl from Slovakia,performed Wuqinxi at the competition.She imitated the movements of a tiger,deer,hear,ape and bird on stage."It could help me relax myself and stay fit.The2,000-year-old exercise is cool,but few people have heard of it.I want more foreign people to appreciate it,as well as appreciate Chinese culture."Raissa,17,from the Union of the Comoros,sang the Chinese song Wish You Safe and Well."It is also my wish for the people of China and the Comoros,"said Raissa.After doctors on the Chinese medical team in Africa cured her grandmother three years ago,she came to China."My dream is to study medicine in China so that I could cure patients like the Chinese doctors who treated my grandmother,"said Raissa.Germole Iacopo from Italy,who has studied Chinese for four years,won as the champion.For him,the competition gave him a chance to communicate with young people all around the world."We should learn to appreciate each other's differences,"Germole said.26．When and where was the12th Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students held? 27．Why was Mackova Victoria interested in Wuqinxi?28．What was Raissa's dream?29．Translate the underlined sentence into Chinese.30．The competition is very meaningful to foreign students,please give your reasons.阅卷人四、选词填空-短文（本大题共2小题,共30.0分）得分选词填空him,one,bridge,safe,with,time,that,when,five,happy,finallyDuring the Sui Dynasty,a terrible flood（洪水）happened on the Xiao River outside the city of Zhaozhou.The flood brought down a large stone bridge.People had rebuilt the bridge several31．.But it was still washed away over and over again.After the32．time that the bridge was destroyed,Li Chun was invited to solve the problem."What's wrong with it?"Li Chun asked33．again and again. He worked day and night at the drawing of the bridge and found out34．the stone supports（支柱）couldn't stand the force of the flood.One day,an idea came into his mind!He thought of building bow-shaped arches（拱）instead of stone supports.And there would be only one big arch,supported at each end by two small35．.36．floods came, the water would run through the four small arches,bringing little influence on the bridge.He was greatly excited by the idea,and danced37．right at his desk.A new Zhaozhou Bridge was built.It was much38．and more beautiful than the old ones.The local people of Zhaozhou were very glad that the problem of the stone bridge was39．worked out.Now,this great stone bridge40．a history of over1,300years has become a classical example of China's arched bridges.It shows the wisdom and creativity of the Chinese people.选词填空sell,wait,take,hurt,point,buy,see,stop,not go,sell,teachIt was nearly nine on a cold winter night.I hurried to go home from work on my motorbike.At the last crossing,while I41．for the green light,I saw an old man walking toward me.He 42．me and I felt a little nervous.The old man said slowly."Excuse me.Could you please help me?"I looked at him up and down.He looked about70years old.The old man took out a10-yuan bill and said to me,"You see the old lady over there?She43．baked（烤）sweet potatoes.Could you just take the money and buy one from her?"He 44．at an old lady selling something about fifty meters a-way in the corner."But why don't you go and buy it yourself?"I was puzzled（迷惑的）.The old man continued,"That old lady is my wife and it's her first day to sell baked sweet potatoes.Just now I called her,and she45．most of them by now.There is only one sweet potato left and she46．home until all the sweet potatoes are sold out. But I know she can't stand the cold because her legs47．.I'm very worried a-bout her."At that time,I understood why the old man asked me48．his wife's sweet potato.I felt really warm and moved.Without49．the money.I rode to the old lady quickly and bought the last one.As I waved goodbye to the old.man,I50．him standing there with a thankful smile.阅卷人五、书面表达（本大题共1小题,共20.0分）得分51．2020年初，新冠肺炎疫情严重，学生"停课不停学"，课堂由此变成了线上授课的模式。

2023-2024学年山东省德州市高一上学期英语期中考试试题Chocolate Cheesecake Muffins (松饼) have a chocolate-based muffin full of chocolate chips, which is filled and baked with a very easy cheesecake. Simple but popular.Ingredients(原料)·125g unsalted butter, at room temperature·150g soft light brown sugar, 275g self-raising flour, 250g milk chocolate chips and 1 egg·175ml soured cream or natural yoghurt and 175ml whole milkMethodFirst, preheat the oven to 180℃/160℃ and line a 12-hole muffin tray with muffin cases.Second, in a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg, and soured cream and beat again until smooth. Add the flour to a separate bowl, along with the milk, and mix with a knife until smooth. Add the mixture from the 2 bowls together and beat again gently until combined, and thus the cheesecake mixture is ready.Third, add a tablespoon of cake mixture to each muffin case, and then add a spoonful of cheesecake mixture on top. Put the chocolate chips over it. Bake in the oven for 25—27 minutes. Leave to cool fully before tasting them.1. Which of the following ingredient is a must for making the muffin?A．150g light brown butter. B．275g machined flour.C．175ml natural yoghurt. D．250g milk chocolate chips.2. Which is the last step in making muffins?A．Preheat the oven. B．Mix the butter and egg.C．Bake in the oven. D．Add the chocolate chips.3. Where is the passage probably taken from?A．A magazine. B．An interview. C．A storybook. D．Anadvertisement. Carson calls himself, a matchmaker of the never-ending waste of American society, trying not to pair people with people, but things with people.For nearly ten years, his company, Repurposed Materials, has not been looking to recycle the waste he gets —breaking it down to make something new—but rather finding new homes for thrown-away goods in their original (原来的) forms.In the late 1990s, Carson was on break from business school in Vail, Colorado, when he discovered the vast world of waste. He began thinking about creating a secondhand store that would sell oldmaterials and keep them out of being wasted. Then, in 2010, his company, Repurposed Materials appeared.Carson, a husband and father of three adult children, is far from wasteful. Frugal is how he describes himself. The clothes he’s wearing all came from a charity shop; the truck he drove was a secondhand one.“Why break something down, why melt something down, if it still has value?” he asks. An old oil-field pipe might be melted down and turned into a car bumper, but it still takes an amount of power to finish the complete change. Why not leave it as a steel pipe? Why not turn it into a fence post on a farm? That way, the only cost is transport.American industrial facilities create and throw about 7. 6 billion tons of unwanted industrial materials every year. For the moment, Carson’s unique business finds new lives for millions of kilograms of waste every year.4. What does Repurposed Materials try to do?A．To collect the secondhand hardware. B．To find new homes for wasted goods.C．To make something new with waste. D．To change the waste’s original forms.5. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?A．Carson’s le ssons at the business school. B．Carson’s dream to change the wasteworld.C．What led to Carson’s Repurposed Materials. D．Why Carson was interested in secondhand stuff.6. How does Carson describe his life?A．Colorful. B．Rich. C．Fantastic. D．Simple.7. What can we learn from Carson?A．No pains, no gains. B．Think outside the box.C．Well begun, half done. D．Look before you leap.Sound has a great influence on our physical and mental state; a good song can brighten up our mood immediately and a crying child can make you annoyed in seconds. So, there has to be a sound, a perfect frequency (频率) to get rid of our anxiety, right?Well, scientists have been examining different frequencies that may have positive effects on our health. Among these frequencies, 528 Hz has got wide attention during the last ten years because of its therapeutic functions. In various scientific studies, 528 Hz is known as the Miracle Frequency, or sometimes as Love Frequency. It has a calming effect on our nervous system and helps create a sense of relaxation that can beat anxiety.Research has shown that when we put ourselves to 528 Hz frequency, it lowers heart rate and reduces stress while letting off serotonin in our body, which is in charge of optimism, happiness, and satisfaction.Dr. Masaru Emoto, a Japanese water researcher, did one of the most influential studies on the subject. He found that when water was exposed to 528 Hz music, it formed beautiful, regular crystals (晶体). Otherwise, it formed irregular crystals.Dr. Emo to wrote, “528 Hz sound, or the Love Frequency is said to relax the mind and body deeply and repair DNA, helping humans become healthy. It is a true symbol of the spread of love.” Therefore, if we tune ourselves to 528 Hz frequency, we can make the most of its therapeutic benefits and overcome anxiety.8. What does the underlined word “therapeutic” mean in Paragraph 2?A．Tiring. B．Exciting. C．Annoying. D．Relaxing.9. What can the 528 Hz do?A．Slow heart rate. B．Create bad moods.C．Increase inner stress. D．Lower blood pressure.10. What can we learn about Dr. Emoto’s water study?A．528Hz spread love to the researchers. B．528Hz helped water form regularcrystals.C．528Hz bothered researchers’ peaceful mind. D．528Hz repaired the irregular form of water.11. What’s the writer’s attitude towards the application of 528 Hz?A．Negative. B．Uninterested. C．Unclear. D．Optimistic.Weeds and pests are “garden heroes” according to the Royal Horticultural Society.The RHS is now encouraging gardeners to welcome weeds instead of considering them enemies. The rebranding(重塑形象)comes just in time for this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, held by the RHS. In the show 4 out of 12 of the gardens will include “weed heroes” as an important part, according to Sheila Das, the RHS Wisley garden manager.“If you’ve got a weed”, says Das, “it’s telling you what’s going on underground. Your weed is your adviser. It’s your friend. So don’t treat weeds as troubles, something growing where they shouldn’t. They are actually plants in the right place”.Nettles(荨麻草)let a gardener know that the soil is rich in nitrogen, and fat hen, a weed often considered “troublesome”, is a sign that an area is low in nutrients.Until last year, the RHS pub lished a yearly “pest” list, including snails and slugs. But this year, to be more “biodiversity(生物多样性)positive”, they’ve published a list of the most beneficial wildlife into our garden, and both snails and slugs are making a comeback.Sheila Das noted our gardens would be a duller place without those unpopular ones. Apart from food for hedgehogs, frogs and birds, slugs and snails are excellent for recycling dead plant and animal waste, helping to keep soil healthy.These are just the first steps towards the RHS’s goal towards better biodiversity. Sheila Das said, “The RHS has realized the role of gardens in supporting biodiversity and it will no longer call any garden wildlife as ‘pests’. Instead, there will be greater consideration of the role that weeds, slugs, and snails play in a balanced garden eco-system together with more popular wildlife such as birds, hedgehogs and frogs. ”12. Why does the rebranding come in time for the show?A．The weeds’ gardens will win.B．The weed heroes will be known.C．It will be popular worldwide. D．It will be an excellent competition.13. What is Paragraph 3 used for?A．Giving examples. B．Introducing a topic.C．Describing a scene. D．Making comparison14. What are gardens like according to Sheila Das?A．They support a habitat for rich biodiversity.B．They play a great part in wildlife protection.C．They contain only popular weeds and insects.D．They keep a balance between weeds and pests.15. What is the best title of the text?A．Pests are good advisers. B．Weeds make a comeback.C．Weeds and pests are our friends. D．Heroes will win the flower show.Some students learn more quickly and easily than others. By studying efficiently (高效) every day they can score even higher than the others who spend more time. 16Make a study plan and stay organizedA well-organised study plan helps you to be clear with what you need and when you need. Create a study timetable and stick to it to achieve your goal. 17 It can also help put your mind at ease. Prepare your own study notesTaking notes is one of the most widespread study skills. Preparing the notes helps to summarise the key information in your own words, so that you can easily remember the ideas. 18 So try to keep your notes short, to the point, well-organized and easily readable.19Find a couple of study partners who you work well with and are encouraged to achieve good grades. Group studying helps you to understand the information more deeply. It not only helps you to learn, but also makes studying more enjoyable.Recall your learning20 This is the time when you can realize what topics are in your mind and what others have swept off the mind. Thus, at the end of the rest period, the information you were reading will be much clearer than it was to begin with.Miss Patty is a force of nature. Years ago, Miss Patty ______ that many students that rode her bus never had hats on cold days. Being a caring woman, she ______ to do something about it.Patty Reitz, ______ known to students as Miss Patty, has left friendship and warmth with the students of Clarence Central School District. Over her ______, she has crocheted (用钩针编织)a(an) ______ 7, 083 hats for the students and the school.Reitz’s ______ of crocheting began in 2005 when she was caring for her mother in the hospital and needed something to keep herself ______. “I needed something to do. “she ______. Later, she took up the craft on her bus while waiting for the students to ______.“She __ her students. Any student that has been on Miss Patty’s bus gets a hat, and they also ______ a friend. Miss Patty is one of their ______. ” said third-grade teacher, Deborah Bosworth.“I’m going to keep doing it until I can’t do it anymore.” she said. Miss Patty’s act of kindness and ______ is inspiring. She is a great example to all of us that we can ______ a difference in the lives of others, even if it’s something as ______ as making hats.21.A．judged B．noticed C．doubted D．believed22.A．decided B．refused C．happened D．promised23.A．naturally B．kindly C．strangely D．secretly24.A．story B．experience C．aim D．career25.A．amazing B．exciting C．frightening D．puzzling26.A．direction B．trouble C．dream D．journey27.A．prepared B．delighted C．occupied D．confused28.A．ordered B．explained C．showed D．expected29.A．return B．escape C．board D．continue30.A．cares about B．looks for C．gives up D．turns to31.A．win B．attract C．meet D．admire32.A．roles B．favorites C．choices D．joys33.A．humor B．wisdom C．generosity D．courage34.A．put B．leave C．give D．make35.A．useful B．meaningful C．funny D．easy阅读下面材料，在题后空白处填入适当的内容(每空一词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

山东省名校考试联盟2023-2024学年高三上学期12月阶段性检测英语试题一、听力选择题1．What is the man complaining about?A．The food.B．The project C．The noise.2．How much change should the man get?A．$5.B．$7.C．$8.3．How do the speakers feel now?A．Surprised.B．Happy,C．Annoyed.4．Where will the woman probably go first?A．The city library.B．The grocery storeC．The lawyer's office.5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?A．Jane's holiday.B．Iane's cousins.C．Jane's travel plan.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6．Where does the woman come from?A．Yorkshire.B．Boston.C．Seattle.7．What does the woman like about Spain?A．Having a long lunch.B．Sitting close to people.C．Taking a midday nap.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8．What will the man do this afternoon?A．Write a report.B．Attend a meeting.C．Organize a gathering.9．Why is the man unable to ensure his arrival time?A．He has to pick up Mr.Brown.B．He has to get his car repaired.C．He has to deliver packages.10．What does Jenny suggest the man do?A．Give Henry a call.B．Skip the gathering.C．Take public transport.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

德州市2022届高三上学期期中考试英语试题第I卷第一部分听力做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

第一节听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What will the man do next?A. Have a cup of tea.B. Have lunch.C. Attend a meeting.2. What are they going to buy?A. Desserts.B. Ingredients.C. Cakes.3. How do the speakers find the weather forecast?A. Inaccurate.B. Reliable.C. Late.4. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A restaurant.B. A film.C. A weekend plan.5. Where is the man going?A. To a library.B. To a train station.C. To a bus stop.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟，听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6. What drink will the man have?A. Soda water.B. Lemonade.C. Beer.7. How much will the man pay in total?A. $14.B. $5.50.C. $3.50.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

山东省实验中学2023-2024学年高三上学期第二次诊断考试（期中）英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解Writing anything imaginative and questioning usually comes down to one ordinary question: what if? What if there were ghosts who could move through the walls? What if a man were to turn into salt? What if there was a book of real predictions? These questions form clear starting points, while character, setting, and the beginning point are key parts.In this masterclass with Natasha Pulley, the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Watchmaker of Filigree Street and creative writing lecturer, you will be guided through the strategies that help craft magical realism, from story planning to the final completion.Combining practical writing exercises with theory and discussion, this masterclass will give you the tools and inspiration to build your ideas into a novel.Course contentFinding your ideas quickly and easilyExtending the outline into more complex world-buildingHow to use historical language to enrich your workHow to think about novel structureCourse DetailsDate: Thursday 12 October 2023Time: 6: 30 pm - 9: 00 pmYou will be sent a link to the online class 24 hours prior to the start time. Please email *************************************************************************** scheduled start time. If you require any adjustments to enable your participation in this course, please get in touch with us through email as well.1．What is the main objective of this masterclass?A．To teach the process of publishing journals.B．To guide participants in turning ideas into novelsC．To provide instructions on writing book reviews.D．To explore and discuss theories of magical realism.2．What might be taught in this masterclass?A．Finding ideas to compose a lecture.B．Obtaining inspiration to craft a bestseller.C．Learning to analyze the structure of a novel.D．Applying historical language to enhance writing3．What should you do if you don’t receive the link as scheduled?A．Reach out to Natasha Pulley for help.B．Seek support from fellow participants.C．Contact the course provider via email.D．Check the course website for updates.For the past 13 years, Martin Burrows has been working as a long-distance truck driver. Spending up to five nights a week on the road can be a lonely business, leaving him with plenty of time to notice his surroundings. “I kept seeing more rubbish everywhere and it was getting on my nerves. I decided I had to do something about it,” he says. One day, he stopped his vehicle, took out a trash bag and started picking up the garbage. The satisfaction after clearing a small area was remarkable.Before his time on the road, Burrows spent over two decades in the military as a vehicle driver. His service saw him stationed throughout Europe and also on tours in Afghanistan. After returning to civilian life, he was diagnosed with PTSD (创伤后应激障碍) and had a mental health crisis in 2017. His involvement in fundraising for Help for Heroes led him to meet a man who used model-building as a distraction from PTSD．Burrows realized that his act of roadside cleanup had a similar calming effect on his mental well-being.By 2019, Burrows had begun using his free time on the road to regularly clean up garbage. A passerby encouraged him to set up a Facebook group, which he called Truckers Cleaning Up Britain. “I was worried I’d be the laughing stock of my town for putting videos and photos up of me cleaning but people started to join,” he says. “I was amazed. The local council stepped in and gave me litter-picking supplies and we’re up to almost 3,000 members now.”Since truckers are so often on the move, the Facebook page acts as a means of raising awareness rather than a platform for organizing cleanups. Burrows expressed his intention to continue the cleanup efforts as long as his physical condition allowed, as he still found joy in the process.4．What initially caused Burrows to pick up roadside garbage?A．He wanted to kill time by picking up litter.B．He aimed to raise fund for soldiers with PTSD．C．He felt annoyed to see the increasing rubbish.D．He received the assignment from his employer.5．How did collecting roadside garbage affect Burrows’ PTSD?A．It resulted in his embarrassment.B．It increased his sense of isolation.C．It worsened his stress and anxiety.D．It brought him comfort and relief. 6．What concerned Burrows when he started Truckers Cleaning Up Britain?A．He feared being teased for his action.B．He was lacking in advanced cleanup tools.C．He was unsure about the group’s development.D．He worried about the local council’s disapproval.7．What can be a suitable title for the text?A．A Joyful V olunteer Experience B．A Trucker’s Cleanup InitiativeC．A Fighting Hero against PTSD D．A Platform for EnvironmentalistsFor teenagers, is a sense of comfort more commonly found in sports or arts? And how might this relate to their reported depressive symptoms? A new research published by the American Psychological Association suggests that teenagers participating in after-school art activities like music, drama, and painting are more likely to report depressive symptoms than their non-participating peers.“This is not to say that depression is a necessary condition for either a teen or an adult to become an artist, nor are we showing that participating in the arts leads to mental illness,” said lead author Laura N. Young. MA．of Boston College. “However, previous research has revealed higher rates of mental illness symptoms in adult artists. We were interested in whether this association is present earlier in development.”Interestingly, teens who engaged exclusively in sports and didn’t involve themselves in any other extracurricular activities were reported the least depressive symptoms. The researchers found no significant difference in depressive symptoms between teens involved in the arts who also did sports and those who didn’t, suggesting that arts participation, rather than a lack of sports participation, was associated with depression.The researchers used data from the U. S. Survey of Youth collected from 2, 482 students 15 to 16 years old. The survey asked teens about their frequency of participation in arts orsports activities after school, and their experience of various moods or problems related to depression.One theory the researchers proposed for the seeming link between the arts and mental illness symptoms is that people attracted to the arts might possess certain cognitive (认知的) qualities, such as absorbing a higher level of information from their surroundings. This could lead to general unhappiness and depression, yet also enhance creativity and artistic expression. The authors suggested that personality qualities linked to depression, like introversion (内向), might guide teens towards more individual activities like the arts.“When positive behaviors such as being involved in the arts are associated with symptoms of mental illness, it’s essential that we understand why,” said Young. “Further research can address the question of whether possible psychological shortcomings can be transformed into benefits through the practice of the arts.”8．What can we learn from the research findings?A．Art activities directly lead to teen mental illness.B．Art participation can be related to teen depression.C．Sports are likely to increase depression rates in teens.D．Being depressed is necessary to become an artist later.9．Which has the closest meaning with the underlined word “exclusively” in Paragraph 3?A．only B．rarely C．regularly D．diversely 10．What is Paragraph 5 of the text mainly about?A．The overall framework of the research projectB．The direct cause of the observed phenomenon.C．The theoretical basis of the possible connection.D．The methods applied in conducting the research.11．According to Young, what should follow-up researches focus on?A．How to reduce depressive symptoms through sports.B．How to identify the positive impacts of the association.C．How to prove the link between creativity and depression.D．How to turn potential mental weaknesses into strengths.Have you noticed how the price of online purchases can increase at checkout? This is due to a strategy called “drip pricing,” coined by American economist Richard Thaler in 1971.Drip pricing is a strategy where businesses gradually add extra charges to a customer’s bill, making the initially advertised price rise.This strategy takes advantage of customers’ tendency to commit to a purchase when they see a low original price. As extra fees are added, customers often continue with the purchase despite the increased cost due to their emotional investment. Businesses, from e-commerce stores to airlines, use this technique to significantly boost their profits. The initial price of a product or service can sharply increase with the addition of various costs. For example, a flight ticket can considerably increase due to the inclusion of extra costs such as baggage fees, seating options, and access to express lanes.However, current laws seem inadequate in the face of these practices, resulting in calls for new regulations and clearer retailer responsibilities. Dr. Jane Doe from the Consumer Behavior Research Group at the University of Cambridge found that customers’ knowledge plays an effective role. “Our study shows that when customers are informed about drip pricing techniques, they are less likely to fall for them, ultimately leading to more cost-effective purchases,” Dr. Doe said.The success of drip pricing depends on customers not knowing or accepting these extra costs. An interesting suggestion to fight these practices could be the start of an annual event to highlight and criticize the worst examples of drip pricing. Possible award categories might include The Biggest Drip, Most Uselessly Named Charge, and the Droplet Award for multiple extra pricing add-ons. Such an event could strengthen customers and promote openness in pricing, thereby challenging the success of drip pricing.As we progress into the era of digital commerce, the need for transparency and fairness in pricing is becoming increasingly important. Consumer advocates argue that the key to fighting drip pricing lies not only in stricter laws and regulations from the government but also in equipping consumers with the necessary knowledge and tools.12．What does the term “drip pricing” refer to?A．An outdated approach applied in e-commerce pricing.B．An in-depth study on the continual rise of business prices.C．A pricing strategy involving added costs to the initial price.D．A cost reduction technique commonly employed in airlines.13．What drives customers to proceed with a purchase even as costs increase?A．Fear of losing previous orders.B．Restrictions from acts and lawsC．Emotional commitment to the product.D．Unawareness of the additional charges. 14．According to Dr. Jane Doe, how to protect consumers from drip pricing?A．By enforcing clear new laws B．By providing consumer education.C．By promoting cost-effective shopping.D．By organizing challenging annual events 15．What can be inferred from paragraphs 4 and 5?A．Annual events will award successful drip pricing.B．Ignoring drip pricing is an effective way to resist it.C．Consumer advocates need support from the media.D．Consumers and authorities should make joint efforts.二、七选五The rise of social media has revolutionized human connectivity, but its overuse can make people feel increasingly unhappy and isolated. 16One significant problem with frequent social media use is comparing ourselves to others. Many individuals experience “Facebook envy”. 17 Gradually, it may result in self-doubt. To boost self-confidence, it is essential to reduce time on others’profiles, and focus on self-reflection.Social media can also make it hard to form real friendships. Constant online interaction may make us feel lonely and left out when we see others having fun online. Stina Sanders, a former model, explained “When I see my friend’s photos of a party I didn’t go to, it can make me feel quite lonely and anxious”. 18Quality sleep is essential for mental health, but excessive phone use before bedtime can severely disturb it. The anxiety and envy induced by social media content can keep our brains alert, making it challenging to fall asleep. 19 Avoiding the phone for at least 40 minutes to an hour before bed can improve sleep.“ 20 However, it can also change the way we recall our life. If we direct all of our attention trying to take the perfect photo, less will be available to enjoy other aspects of the experience in real time,” said Dr. Bono. To decrease these effects, practicing self-discipline and limiting phone use can help us to stay focused and clear-minded.If you feel like social media is beginning to affect you, why not consider allocating less social media time? The slight change can do you a lot of good.A．Regular use of Facebook can keep good relationships.B．Social media offers a convenient way to record memories.C．This can lead to feelings of dissatisfaction with themselves.D．Plus, the blue light that is given off by screens affects our sleep.E．Therefore, it’s important to develop genuine offline relationships.F．Social media can lead to serious physical and mental health issues.G．The reliance on it can negatively impact people’s mental health in the long run.三、完形填空In the summer of 2015, Brian Peterson and his wife, had just moved to California. Outside the couple’s apartment, a homeless man often yelled on the street corner. One day,24．A．business B．music C．medicine D．painting 25．A．academic B．emotional C．financial D．physical 26．A．designer B．graduate C．professor D．student 27．A．Desperately B．Unwillingly C．Deliberately D．Unexpectedly 28．A．encounter B．conflict C．reunion D．negotiation 29．A．donating B．exhibiting C．distributing D．selling 30．A．artists B．employees C．models D．neighbors 31．A．preparations B．necessities C．recreations D．requirements 32．A．accomplish B．postpone C．approach D．purchase 33．A．clapped B．laughed C．screamed D．wept 34．A．cautiously B．differently C．openly D．bravely 35．A．accompanied B．deserted C．overlooked D．supported四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

山东省德州市2023-2024学年高三上学期期中考试数学试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________x．B．．D ．．已知平行六面体1111ABCD A B C D -的所有棱长都为30DAB =︒，则1AC 的长为（）A ．53+B ．5-C ．53+D ．5．若π5sin α⎛⎫-=，则5πsin 2α⎛⎫+的值为（A ．3872πcmB ．872π4C ．3432πcm 2D ．432πcm 8．函数()f x 的定义域为D ，若存在闭区间[],a b D ⊆，使得函数[],a b 上是单调递增函数，且()f x 在[],a b 上的值域为[ka 二、多选题三、填空题四、双空题五、解答题(1)求S 关于x 的函数关系式；(1)求证：⊥AE 平面ABCD ；(2)求平面PBA 与平面PBC 所成锐二面角的余弦值．22．已知函数()()2e lnf x ax x =-有两个极值点对数的底数．(1)求实数a 的取值范围；(2)若()1212eln e 2ln ln ln x x x x λ≥⋅+-恒成立，求λ的取值范围．参考答案：故选：C.5．D【分析】根据诱导公式可得cos 【详解】由π5sin 35α⎛⎫-= ⎪⎝⎭可得即π5cos 65α⎛⎫+=-⎪⎝⎭所以5ππsin 2=sin 263αα⎛⎫⎛++ ⎪ ⎝⎭⎝故选:D 6．C【分析】根据给定条件，求出数列【详解】依题意，52n a n =-，显然数列因此22805805(n S n n n n +++==取等号，【详解】如图，作出函数()y f x =的图象，对于选项A ：令()10f x x --=，可得()1f x x =+，则函数()1y f x x =--的零点个数即为()y f x =与1y x =+的交点个数；由图象可知()y f x =与1y x =+有三个交点，即函数()1y f x x =--有三个零点，故A 正确；对于选项B ：令()0=-=y f x t ，可得()f x t =，则函数()y f x t =-的零点个数即为()y f x =与y t =的交点个数；若函数()y f x t =-有两个零点，由图象可知{}(]03,7t ∈ ，故B 正确；对于选项C ：若关于x 的方程()f x t =有四个不等实根，则()y f x =与y t =有四个交点，不妨设1234x x x x <<<，由图象可得：(]1,3t ∈，且12342,6+=-+=x x x x ，所以12344x x x x +++=，故C 错误；对于选项D ：因为()()2320f x f x -+=，解得()1f x =或()2f x =，结合图象可知：()1f x =有三个根，()2f x =有四个根，所以关于x 的方程()()2320f x f x -+=有7个不等实数根，故D 正确；故选：ABD.11．BD【分析】根据等比数列基本量的计算可得2q =，11a =，进而根据求和公式即可判断AB,根据等差等比数列的定义即可求解CD.，因为方程()2f x x =恰好只有一个实数根，即结合图象可得0m <或11m e=+，故结合图象可得021a <<，即102a <<，故60,0,P ⎛⎫60,,0A ⎛⎫-6,B ⎛-由图可知，当02a <<时，直线y a =与函数()2eln x g x x=的图象有两个交点，且当10x x <<或2x x >时，()ln 2e 0x f x a x '=-⋅>；【点睛】结论点睛：利用参变量分离法求解函数不等式恒（能）成立，可根据以下原则进行求解：（1）x D ∀∈，()()min m f x m f x ≤⇔≤；（2）x D ∀∈，()()max m f x m f x ≥⇔≥；（3）x D ∃∈，()()max m f x m f x ≤⇔≤；（4）x D ∃∈，()()min m f x m f x ≥⇔≥.。

2023-2024学年山东省德州市实验中学高二上学期期中考试英语试题1. Which country has rules about making beer?A．Germany. B．The UK. C．Belgium.2. When did the woman go for a walk?A．In the morning. B．In the afternoon. C．In the evening.3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Mother and son. B．Master and servant. C．Tour guide and tourist.4. How will the man pay for the shopping?A．With a card. B．With his cash. C．With the woman’smoney.5. What is the weather like now?A．Rainy. B．Cloudy. C．Sunny.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6. Where are the speakers?A．In a car. B．Outside a cave. C．Inside a house.7. What will the speakers do next?A．Brush their hair. B．Make some rules. C．Put on their hats.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8. At what time does the man usually arrive at school?A．9:00 a.m. B．9:10 a.m. C．9:30 a.m9. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A．Work meetings’ plans.B．The man’s lateness.C．School classes’organization.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

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Ⅰ. 单项选择1、Getting a driver’s license a lot of time, but many people think it’s worth it.A．costs B．pays C．takes D．spends2、- Look, my father bought me a new iPad.- I don’t think we need too many expensive things though our parents can them.A．allow B．expectC．afford D．take3、Sue practises______the violin hard and often gives wonderful performances.A．play B．played C．to play D．playing4、Vivian refuses ___________ her children to the weekend training centre for extra classes.A．to send B．sending C．sent D．sends5、--- Morn, do you like my drawing?--- ________! I have never seen a better one.A．How terrible B．What wonderful C．How beautiful D．What delicious6、—Shall I give you a ride as you look so tired?—Thank you. ________.A．It’s your duty. B．Don’t mention it C．Do as you like D．It couldn’t be better.7、－The novel Gulliver’s Tr avel is very nice.－So it is. Could you tell me__________?A．how long I can borrow itB．if I can keep it for another weekC．when should I return itD．that I can borrow it8、—Do you think they will _____ the match? —I think so. The weather is really terrible.A．take off B．turn off C．set off D．put off9、—Excuse me! Do you know ?—It’s two kilometers away from here.A．where is the supermarket B．when does the supermarket openC．where the supermarket is D．when the supermarket opens10、Y esterday a thief_________ the bank and helped himself to millions of money.A．broke in B．broke up C．broke out D．broke intoⅡ. 完形填空11、I still remember that day. I was waiting to get some 1 for shopping in a bank. Among the crowd, I noticed a little boy carrying some sunglasses in one hand and a big bag in 2The boy was about 10 years old. He was walking around the people inside the 3 and asked them to buy his sunglasses. But 4 would buy any from him. He tried from one person to another. From the look on his face, I knew he would not 5 anyway.Now, I decided to have a 6 with him. I went up and asked, “Do you go to school?” He nodded his head. Then I continued, “Why do you7 sunglasses?” He said nothing. I gave him $20 and said that I was no t in 8 of the sunglasses but he could keep the money. To my 9 , his face changed a lot, which is still in my memory today. I didn’t know10 to say next. Then he replied, “Either you buy sunglasses or you11 back the money. I don’t need your pity.” I felt very12 for what I did, and I told him that I would buy two pairs.I took these sunglasses home and kept 13 myself, “Did such a young boy need to do it for his self-respect（自尊）?” He could 14 take the $20 and left. But he chose to sell his sunglasses and get the money not because of others’15 I will remember this lesson forever.1．A．bags B．books C．money D．information2．A．another B．others C．the other D．the others3．A．shop B．school C．hotel D．bank4．A．nobody B．somebody C．everybody D．anybody5．A．give out B．give away C．give back D．give up6．A．talk B．quarrel C．walk D．trade7．A．send B．sell C．buy D．give8．A．danger B．need C．time D．trouble9．A．joy B．surprise C．fear D．horror10．A．how B．when C．where D．what11．A．take B．give C．pay D．send12．A．worried B．happy C．excited D．sorry13．A．telling B．answering C．asking D．watching14．A．easily B．proudly C．sadly D．hardly15．A．joke B．pity C．advice D．decisioⅢ. 语法填空12、Positive(积极的) people are usually happy. They often have a lot of friends. When they have a problem, they try tochange the problem i1．a chance. They believe things always work out. But can positive thinking really make s omeone’s life better? Many scientists are studying positive thinking. They are finding out some very interesting information. Your HealthThe Mayo Clinic is a famous medical organization in the United States. It studies many things, including positive thinking. Their research proves that positive thinking has many advantages. First, positive thinking2．good health. Positive people don’t worry about the bad events in life, so they stay healthy. Positive people are3．likely to exercise and eat healthy foods. Because of this, they don’t usually get sick and don’t have many health problems.At workDr.Michael is a professor in Germany. His research shows that positive people do well in jobs. There are several reasons for this. Positive people are creative. They don’t expect4．to help them with problems. They solve problems themselves. And positive people don’t give up. They keep trying to learn new things.Becoming PositiveIn the past, scientists thought attitude5．changed. Now, many psychologists think people can become more positive. There are many different ways to change. Here are some examples. First, think about good events in your life. At the end of a day, ask, “What good things happened to me today?”Think about these things for a few minutes. Second, find interesting6．to do. Laugh at a funny movie or read a good book. Finally, always try new things. For example, you can talk to people you don’t know or shop in a different store. Do different things every day.A Good LifeLife can be7．sometimes. Don’t give up or be negative. Take action. Think about the future and make a plan. You can learn to be positive.Ⅳ. 阅读理解A13、1．Who wrote the book It’s Your World?A．VOYA B．Booklist C．Chelsea Clinton D．Publishers Weekly2．It’s Y our World is mainly written for _______________.A．adults B．teachers C．young people D．college student3．What’s the purpose of It’s Your World?A．To tell readers some bad news. B．To advise reader to help othersC．To offer readers some information D．To encourage readers to take actionB14、A Nepalese teenager had made a £ 23 solar panel (太阳能电池板) using human hair.Milan Karki, who is 18 years old and lives in a village, used human hair to replace (代替)silicon, which is a common but expensive part of solar panels. By using hair as a replacement, Karki says that solar panels can be produced for around £ 23.Karki got the idea from a Stephen Hawking book, which explained how to create energy from hair. The device (设备)that Karki has showed can produce 18w of energy -- plenty tochargea mobile phone."Half a kilo of hair can be bought for only 16p in Nepal and last a few months; but a pack of batteries (电池) would cost 50p and last a few nights," according to The Daily Mail.The solar panel is easy to service as the hair is easy to replace. Karki has now sent out several devices to other places near his home for testing. He said, "First I wanted to provide energy for my home, then my village. Now I am thinking for the whole world."1．Karki wanted to use human hair because it isA．beautiful B．longC．cheap D．soft2．What does the word chargemean in Chinese?A．为……改变B．为……付款C．为……充电D．为……美容3．From the passage we know Karki isA．handsome and cleverB．clever and helpfulC．lazy but cleverD．handsome and helpful4．What is the passage mainly about?A．Making a mobile phone with human hairB．Making a mobile phone with a new idea.C．Making a solar panel with silicon.D．Making a solar panel with human hair.C15、阅读下面的短文，从每题所给的A、B、C 三个选项中，选出最佳选项回答问题或完成句子。

山东省潍坊市2023-2024学年高三上学期1月期末英语试题第一部分阅读(共两节，满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

AIf you’re an English learner or an English speaker looking to widen your vocabulary, a good dictionary app is a must.Dictionary. comIf you’re looking for a reliable and user-friendly dictionary app, Dictionary. com has one for you. It provides instant access to a vast collection of definitions, synonyms and even works offline. Additionally, it provides daily word quizzes, articles and trending word lists to keep users engaged and expand their vocabulary.Merriam-WebsterMerriam-Webster is a well-known and highly trusted dictionary. The app provides quality definitions, audio pronunciations and usage examples in an on-the-go format available offline. It lets you save favorites, has a word of the day and keeps track of your recent searches. The app also provides access to a thesaurus, word puzzles and quizzes to enhance your vocabulary skills. The app even lets you search for words by speaking them!FluentUFluentU takes real-world videos-like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks-and turns them into personalized language learning lessons. FluentU makes it really easy to watch English videos. The best part is that FluentU keeps track of the vocabulary that you’re learning and gives you extra practice with difficult words. It even reminds you when it’s time to review! Every learner has a truly personalized experience, even if they’re learning with the same video.Dict BoxDiet Box is a comprehensive offline dictionary and translator app for over 50 languages, all in one place. Each word comes with a detailed definition, synonyms and example sentences. With a registered account, you get access to their urban dictionary for slang words, a picture dictionary forvisual learners, the ability to back up and update word lists across devices and an ad-free experience in the app.1. Which app allows users to play a word game?A. .B. Merriam-Webster.C. FluentU.D. Dict Box.2. What is the most appealing characteristic of FluentU?A. Presenting English videos.B. Providing scheduled courses.C. Tracing the learning process.D. Transforming videos into lessons.3. How is Dict Box different from the other apps?A. It provides word tests.B. It has no advertisement.C. It can be used without Internet.D. It offers members extra resources.【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。

山东省部分市2023-2024学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题分类汇编七选五山东省临沂市2023-2024学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题第二节(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。

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There’s nothing like a good conversation! 36 While there is no one skill that will make you a better conversationalist, there are several skills and qualities you can develop.What makes someone a good conversationalist? 37 Perhaps you have a friend or coworker who can tell stories really well or start a good conversation with almost anyone. According to language and communication coach Lucy Samuels of Lucy Samuels Co. , those good conversationalists likely share these qualities:Curiosity38 “Someone who is naturally curious will never ru n out of topics to discuss or learn about. ”PositivityHolding a conversation with someone who has a negative perspective(消极视角) can be a real downer.39 In fact, Samuels has found that a positive appearance “ sparks(触发) positive conversations, ”so by improving your outlook, you can also improve your conversation skills.ConfidenceSamuels finds confidence to be another key quality that good conversationalists share. “ 40 It's true that you can't exactly control impolite talkers, but you can certainly take a confident stance(立场) that deters(威慑) impolite talkers. ”In a word, leaning how to carry a quality conversation can empower you to have stronger job interviews and avoid small talk to make more meaningful connections with people.A. Don't worry about being the most confident talker.B. It gets you thinking and may even get you a better job.C. Practicing can make some conversations less awkward.D. Think about the people in your life who you love talking to.E. But positive people know how to drive any conversation in the right direction.F. Curious people often ask meaningful questions, which makes for great conversations.G. Having confidence in yourself lessens the chance of being influenced in a conversation.山东省烟台市2023-2024学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题第二节(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。

完形填空专题山东省德州市2020-2021学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题第一节（共15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、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

I was deep in the Bolivian jungle, with a top predator wrapped around my body, hot breath on my face.Volunteering at a Bolivian animal shelter with some backpackers for a week, I offered to 41 with the puma, while months of training is normally needed to be a qualified animal carer and 42 the animal.After an hour walk through the jungle, I, with another team member, reached the puma's enclosure. The huge cat growled（咆哮）at me with a distinct sense of 43 But that didn't stop us from continuing our task. We entered the caged area? attached two 44 to the puma's "collar“ and began to walk him through the jungle.The puma, completely unpleased with me, stepped forward 45 After only a couple of minutes? he stopped? looked 46 at me and growled directly into my eyes. I watched helplessly as the puma 47 into the air towards me. In a second his powerful legs 48 around my throat and sharp teeth 49 into my forehead.I heard my team member scream. But I couldn't 50 . Completely still, I assumed the worst. Yet, somehow it felt completely 51 . The circle of life. The scream fadedas I began to lose consciousness. Then, all of a sudden, I was 52 The animal let me go and stepped backwards.My team member ordered “stick your palm out towards him”. The huge cat stepped back towards me and 53 it. And, that was it. He knew that I knew who was king of the 54 . After that we were friends.Volunteering with animals is a great way to give back while you eco-travel. Just be sure to pick places with adequate 55 if you don't want to have bad travel stories like mine!41. A. keep up B. get around C. help out D. take over42. A. familiarize B. entertain C. encounter D. believe43. A. identity B. curiosity C. dislike D. guilt44. A. bones B. ropes C. bags D. gloves45. A. bravely B. proudly C. gently D. hesitantly46. A. down B. over C. aside D. back47. A. rushed B. leaped C. crawled D. approached48. A. crossed B. wrapped C. stretched D. extended49. A. occupied B. applied C. pressed D. planted50. A. move B. answer C. delay D. leave51. A. dangerous B. natural C. funny D. typical52. A. released B. delivered C. distracted D. abandoned53. A. chewed B. bit C. digested D. licked54. A. family B. trip C. jungle D. planet55. A. enthusiasm B. patience C. training D. awareness 第一节（每小题1分，满分15分）41-45 CACBD 46-50 DBBCA 51-55 BADCC山东省菏泽市2021届高三上学期期中考试英语试题（B）第一节（共15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、D四个选项中选出可以填入空內处的最佳选项。

山东省部分市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题分类汇编完形填空山东省聊城市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中英语试题第一节完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

Mom was late once again!!“Sorry, honey. I left the office only a little bit late, but the 21 caused really bad traffic, and I…”I hung up. All too often, situations like this happen. Being a teenager is not 22 , and my parents often make me feel less important than their work.In third grade, I broke my arm at school. When the school nurse called my mom, she was too 23 to answer. When the phone call 24 my father, he sighed and said, “I’m in the middle of my research.” I waited in the nurse’s office for hours before my parents finally 25 to take me to hospital.I wished my parents could spare me some time. To make my parents take me seriously, I26 . I tried to establish my own authority (权威) by 27 their schedule. My mom did everything possible to settle the problem, but nothing 28 until she met that adviser.One day after I shut my door in her face, my mom didn’t complain or cry. 29 , she knocked and said, “I have something to tell you.” I opened the door. “Today I met a really good adviser. He said that every time your daughter is angry, she is just saying: I 30 you.”It occurred to me that my anger was merely a mask for me to 31 my loneliness and disappointment. But facing one’s 32 need is the first step towards being happier. This concept not only helped things between my parents and me but also enabled me to handle conflicts and emotions. I started to pay attention to other people’s 33 . When an angry customer approached me at my volunteering job, he was saying, “I need more service.” When a homeles s person shouted to me in a parking lot, he was simply saying, “I need food and help.”I am now able to see 34 the fog of anger and see the real face and heart of other person.Five minutes after I hung up on her, my mom’s car finally appeared th rough the fog. She rolled down her window and said, “Let’s go to a hotpot place, shall we?” I 35 . “OK, but promise me you won’t be late again.”21．A．rain B．snow C．wind D．fog 22．A．easy B．unusual C．awesome D．exciting 23．A．upset B．scared C．nervous D．busy 24．A．reached B．bothered C．alarmed D．woke 25．A．passed by B．drove away C．showed up D．gave in 26．A．chattered B．screamed C．whispered D．apologized 27．A．ignoring B．checking C．following D．completing 28．A．appeared B．mattered C．happened D．worked 29．A．Moreover B．Therefore C．Instead D．Meanwhile 30．A．hate B．need C．believe D．understand 31．A．avoid B．relieve C．show D．cover 32．A．unmet B．urgent C．increasing D．physical 33．A．behavior B．anger C．reaction D．satisfaction 34．A．around B．across C．into D．through 35．A．yelled B．complained C．smiled D．hesitated山东省菏泽市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中英语试题第一节(共15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、D四个选项中选出可以填入空内处的最佳选项。

德州市2023-2024学年高三上学期期末考试英语试题2024. 1 本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分。

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第I卷（满分65分）第一部分阅读理解（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。

AOne of the most rewarding ways to plan a trip is by building it around a specific event connected to a deep passion. Here are some unmissable events worth travelling for 2024.International Kite Festival-Gujarat, IndiaKite-makers from around the world launch their creations at this cheering celebration of the return of sunshine. after winter. You'll enjoy traditional styles from Japanese rokkaku to Malaysian wau bulan. Locals and visitors get involved, too—so bring your kids and join in. The festival takes place in Ahmedabad, Gujarat's largest city and a UNESCO World Heritage city.Ride Africa Kenya-Rift Valley, KenyaWheeling from Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara, this 310-mile, seven-day route takes up to 60 cyclists through Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate and Narok. It's held to raise funds for the Child. org Charity, which supports newborns' care in the country. Run in combination with the Kenyan Wildlife Service, the event includes a large number of animal sightings.Jungle UItra-Manú National Park, Peru.With racers facing 143 miles of dense Amazon rainforest-and even denser heat and humidity-this is among the toughest ultra-marathons. Passing such terrain（地形） demands determination, but the friendship and trust of the trail team will keep you going. Peru's four-million-acre national park comprises diverse tropical habitats.Lakia-Jukola Relay--Kauhava, FinlandThis is one for old-school hikers, as your team of six needs solid map-reading and compass navigation skills for the overnight. It's among the world's most celebrated challenges, during which you will enjoy Finland's most dramatic scenery. Sign up for the later legs to see in the sunrise.1. Which of the following is family-friendly?A. International Kite Festival.B. Ride Africa Kenya.C. Jungle Ultra.D. Lakia-Jukola Relay.2. What is the purpose of organizing Ride Africa Kenya?A. To compete with cyclists worldwide.B. To explore the wild animals in Africa.C. To enjoy the natural scenery of the valley.D. To collect money for a charitable institution.3. What is a must for both Jungle Ultra and Lakia-Jukola Relay?A. Specialized biking skills.B. Passion for dramatic scenery.C. Teamwork and cooperation.D. Adaption to tropical weather.BOn the busy streets of Shanghai, I encountered a dynamic display of culture that would forever shape my dance journey.It was in 2019, when I first arrived at Donghua University in Shanghai, that I discovered a local park filled with elderly people dancing in the early morning. It quickly became my favorite spot. I'd bring my coffee, watching them enjoy the rhythm of the music. There, no one judges you for a misstep or for not keeping up with the rhythm, You simply dance and enjoy the moment. It's fascinating to see experienced dancers leading, while newcomers observe, learn, and eventually join in, just like me.Yet, my love for dance began at a very young age in Uzbekistan, where I was born and raised. Throughout my school years and later in college, I actively participated in a wide range of dances,among which my favorite is the Andijan Polka, a lively Uzbek folk dance that combines energetic movements with entertaining components. When I first arrived in China, I had the privilege of showcasing this dance at a cultural event for international students. It left a lasting impression. Later, at Donghua University, I eagerly joined a dance club, learning new dance forms and participating in university events.However, outside the campus, I often found myself wandering into the park, where this public activity, square dancing, goes beyond age and background, offering an antidote （解药）to the loneliness and physical inactivity that often accompanies aging. It was a heartwarming vibrancy （活力） of modern Chinese society: older people and retired people gather, not just to exercise, but to socialize and form new connections.These two worlds-the vibrant public dancing in China and the rich Uzbek dance tradition-have profoundly shaped my life and brought me boundless joy, which continues to be the rhythm of my life. In every step. and movement, I find a connection to the diverse world of dance and a celebration of the universal language of joy, movement, and connection.4. What happened to the author at the local park in Shanghai?A. She started her dance journey.B. She searched for experienced dancers.C. She couldn't wait to engage in dancing.D. She escaped from the busy life in the city.5. What can we learn about the author from paragraph 3?A. Showing no interest in dancing when young.B. Benefitting a lot from her dancing experiences.C. Being fond of gentle-move dances in particular.D. Once displaying a Chinese dance in Uzbekistan.6. Which statement about square dancing might the author agree with?A. It is restricted to aging and retired people.B. It cures those suffering mental problems.C. It helps to relieve her of school pressure.D. It provides a chance to connect with others.7. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Square Dancing: Eye-catching in the WorldB. Dancing Through Life: a Tale of Two CulturesC. Dancing From Now on: an Uzbek Girl in ChinaD. Diverse Dances: Celebration of Live LanguagesCA sleeping animal cannot look for food or flee from danger. But the fact that sleep is widespread among animals shows its restorative powers are essential. Some animals, though, try to have their cake and eat it. Dolphins and ducks sleep with half their brains, leaving the other half on guard. A paper in Science by Dr Le reports another innovative workaround. Chinstrap penguins take their sleep in thousands of naps, tiny micro- sleeps-or at least when they are nesting.Chinstraps sleep with either their whole brain or just one half. Data confirmed they sleep in the ocean or on land. Ducks sleep in long periods, while the penguins nod of for several seconds at a time, hundreds of times an hour. The naps average 4 seconds in length; 72% lasted less than 10 seconds. Micro-sleeps aren't unknown. Exhausted humans, like jet-lagged （倒时差）tourists and parents of newborn babies, can experience them. Totaling the duration, the researchers concluded Chinstraps get around 12 hours of sleep daily.Two explanations are given for Chinstraps' sleep pattern. The first is to do with external threats. Penguins hatch eggs alone while their partners are away seeking for food. Colonies（领地） are threatened by big birds that'll steal unattended eggs. Broken sleep is a clever strategy of getting some shut-eye during long egg-guarding periods.Penguins with nests near the edge of the colony are at greater risk than those in the centre, but enjoy more extended naps. The second is threats from within, as penguin colonies are noisy, crowded places. They steal nesting materials from careless neighbors, so penguins in the crime-ridden centre find it harder to sleep than those in the safer suburbs.Choosing between those theories requires more research. Dr Lee said, "Nor can we measure how restorative such naps are. Chinstraps are evidently able to hatch their young under such conditions, which suggests they're getting something from their constant nodding-off. So, humans nurturing their newborns should take heart."8. Why do dolphins and ducks sleep with only one side of their brains?A. To enjoy their cake.B. To establish a nice nest.C. To be watchful during naps.D. To obtain high-quality sleep.9. What does Chinstraps' sleep pattern feature?A. Engaging in numerous naps a day.B. Sleeping nowhere beyond the ocean.C. Ranging from 4 seconds to 12 hours.D. Always sleeping with the entire brain.10. What can be inferred from the explanations in paragraph 3?A. Penguins live safely in natural colonies.B. Penguins encounter a variety of challenges.C. Penguins hatch their eggs away from colony.D. Penguins at the core of the colony sleep longer.11. What does Dr Lee think of Chinstraps' micro-naps?A. Their duration is hard to detect.B. They distract the restorative effects.C. Adopting them aids human newborns.D. Taking this sleep mode favors penguins.DClaire has worked at a major London-based consulting firm for six years. She enjoys her job and earns a comfortable salary, but recently, she's started to feel restless about the future of her career. The reason: artificial intelligence.In recent years, as headlines about robots stealing human jobs have ballooned, some workers report starting to feel anxious about their futures in the labour market. Generative OpenAI's ChatGPT broke out seemingly overnight, creating continuing uncertainty for workers.Carolyn Montrose, a career coach and lecturer at Columbia University, acknowledges the pace of technological innovation can be scary. "It is normal to feel anxious about the impact of AI, but workers don't necessarily have to feel dread. Instead of shying away from AI, employees must lean into the technology to progress alongside these advancements by learning and using it to their advantage."Historically, this isn't the first time we have encountered industry disruptions--from automation and manufacturing to e-commerce-we have found ways to adapt. Indeed, the introduction of new technology has often been unnerving for some people, but Montrose explains that plenty good has come from past new developments: technological change has always been a key push for society's advancement.Although some anxiety is justified, it may not be time to hit the panic button yet. Some research has shown fears of robots taking over human jobs might be overblown. The truth was that not only are robots not replacing human workers at the rate most people believe, but they also misunderstand the rate at which automation tools are taking over. While some new technologies would likely be adopted without considering all implications, that a technology can be used for something does not mean it will be implemented （实施）."Humans will always have a role to play in business by performing the important work that robots cannot. This kind of work typically requires inborn human qualities, such as relationship building, creativity and emotional intelligence, " emphasizes Stefanie Coleman, a senior business advisor. "Recognizing the unique value of humans is an important step in navigating the fears surrounding this topic.12. What does the author try to illustrate by mentioning Claire?A. A recognition for the power of AI.B. A well-paid post Claire can so easily land.C. Workers' concern about future employment.D. The convenience AI has brought to employees.13. What does Montrose suggest in paragraph 3?A. Acknowledge and embrace the new.B. Stay away from ChatGPT and the like.C. Ignore AI's existence for the time being.D. Feel uncomfortable with new technology.14. What does the underlined word "disruptions" in paragraph 4 mean?A. Disorders.B. Revolutions.C. Suspensions.D. Products.15. Why are humans irreplaceable according to Stefanie Coleman?A. Robots are too costly.B. AI has been unreliable.C. AI is not advanced enough.D. Humans have unique qualities.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。