高一下学期英语试题

广东省深圳市2023-2024学年高一下学期期末调研考试英语试题一、单项选择1．We’d better ________ the problems with a positive attitude and a strong will.A．confirm B．avoid C．settle D．stress 2．Encouraging ________ in children can help them think outside the box.A．creativity B．responsibility C．generosity D．honesty 3．When making any important decisions, we should think carefully before ________.A．letting off steam B．pulling our weightC．rising to our feet D．jumping in with both feet4．Most teenagers are eager to become ________ and make their own decisions.A．humorous B．independent C．energetic D．polite5．The numbers in the report ________ the influence of climate change on global temperature.A．limit B．indicate C．strengthen D．determine6．The little boy was so ________ about everything around him that he kept asking questions.A．patient B．sorry C．curious D．shy7．At last, Jack decided to ________ his teacher for breaking the window.A．apologise to B．compete with C．show respect to D．sing praises for 8．The Hemudu Site was discovered ________ by a farmer when digging a well in his yard in 1973.A．accidentally B．currently C．frequently D．obviously9．The company decided to ________ the product show until next month for additional testing.A．replace B．describe C．quit D．postpone 10．The restaurant offers various dishes to make sure there are ________ options for all customers.A．dangerous B．sufficient C．original D．foolish11．Like climbing the mountain, it is not the ________ but the scenery along the way that matters.A．destination B．technique C．decoration D．tourism12．The hiker was ________ by the sudden appearance of a bear and his legs started to shake.A．inspired B．bored C．frightened D．moved 13．Balancing work and life is a common ________ faced by many people in today’s fast-paced (快节奏的) world.A．effect B．mistake C．design D．challenge 14．—Excuse me, can we enter the library?—Sorry, the shelves ________ now. You can come here next month.A．has rearranged B．have rearrangedC．is being rearranged D．are being rearranged15．Regular exercise enables individuals ________a healthy and balanced lifestyle.A．maintaining B．to maintain C．maintained D．having maintained 16．—________ I use your glue? I’m making a kite.—No problem. Here you are.A．Should B．Need C．Must D．May 17．Finning, a type of fishing ________ sharks are caught and their fins cut off, kills millions of sharks every year.A．that B．which C．where D．when18．When ________ about his experience of studying abroad, he told stories of cultural differences.A．asked B．asking C．to ask D．having asked 19．By August 1939, Nicholas Winton had transported 669 children ________ in terrible conditions in Prague to safety in Britain.A．lived B．to live C．living D．live 20．Shaanxi History Museum, ________ we visited last week in Xi’an, impressed us deeply.A．that B．which C．where D．what二、阅读理解Discover exciting optional courses at our school and join us to explore your interests and develop new skills!Podcasting 101Dive into the active world of podcasting (播客) and improve your speaking and technical skills. This course offers hands-on training in making interesting videos on topics of your choice.A perfect stage to express yourself and learn the ropes of digital storytelling.·Schedule: Fridays, 4:30 PM—5:15 PM·Requirements: Please bring a USB stick Easy CarpentryRelease your creativity and manual skills with our Easy Carpentry (木工) workshop. Learn the basics of carpentry, including the safe use of tools, as you create functional and decorative items like tables, birdhouses and musical boxes.·Schedule: Mondays, 3:30 PM—4:30 PM·Requirements: Safety glasses required Show ChoirExplore the art of singing performance and dance routines in our Show Choir program. Take part in singing and dancing to a variety of lively songs. Work together with other members to stage an impressive end-of-term performance. This program is a fantastic opportunity to make new friends.·Schedule: Thursdays, 1:00 PM—1:45 PM·Requirements: No items necessary Yoga and Y ouStart a journey of self-discovery and relaxation with our Yoga and You class. Practice standing and balancing like trees and mountains to become more flexible and feel happier. Yoga promotes better sleep and a healthier figure.·Schedule: Wednesdays, 4:00 PM—5:00 PM·Requirements: Please bring a towel and a yoga mat21．What skill will students develop in Podcasting 101?A．Performing first aid.B．Giving speeches on stage.C．Creating short films.D．Debating on heated topics.22．When can a student learn to make a hand-made decoration?A．Fridays, 4:30 PM—5:15 PM.B．Mondays, 3:30 PM—4:30 PM.C．Thursdays, 1:00 PM—1:45 PM.D．Wednesdays, 4:00 PM—5:00 PM. 23．Which course suits those who enjoy both physical activity and teamwork?A．Podcasting 101.B．Easy Carpentry.C．Show Choir.D．Yoga and You.Anne of Green Gables is ideally meant for children — one might think so when seeing thecover or reading through the back page of the masterpiece. It was first published in the year 1904, authored by Lucy Maud Montgomery, but it still connects to today’s world where we forget to live in the present.It tells of the adventures of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan (孤儿)girl who is mistakenly sent to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, a middle-aged brother and sister who had intended to adopt a boy to help them on their farm in the fictional town of Avonlea. The novel describes how Anne makes her way with the Cuthberts, in school, and within the town.The book teaches me a lot of things, the most important being — to be who you are. Why do we need to pretend to be somebody else and project a false image of ourselves to look better? We need to realize that we are all different in our own way and accept ourselves first. As is described in the book, Anne is a colorful and ever-growing character. She “has as many shades as a rainbow and every shade is the prettiest while it lasts.” Each aspect of her personality is beautiful, which makes her unique and interesting.Another important concept that is illustrated remarkably well is the importance of taking joy in the world around us. Anne’s obvious wonder-struck appreciation of life made me truly appreciate the small things. Here is my favourite quote (引言) from Chapter 19:I believe the nicest and sweetest days are not those on which anything very splendid or wonderful or exciting happens but just those that bring simple little pleasures, following one another softly, like pearls slipping off a string.Anne’s influence has deeply shaped who I am today. This classic novel truly highlights the importance of self-love and gratitude. With its uplifting and refreshing story, it is a wonderful read for people of all ages seeking a joyful and enriching literary journey.24．What do we know about Anne of Green Gables?A．It is a recent release.B．It covers real events.C．It is a timeless classic.D．It features world history.25．What can we learn about Anne from paragraph 3?A．She is true to herself.B．She achieves her goal.C．She is talented in drawing.D．She cares about others.26．Which of the following best matches the quote from Chapter 19?A．Time waits for no man.B．Do one thing at a time.C．Fortune favours the brave.D．Stop and smell the roses.27．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?A．To tell a story.B．To remember a writer.C．To teach a lesson.D．To recommend a book.Theo works days, nights, and weekends in the tulip (郁金香) fields in the Netherlands and never complains about tired muscles. How is this possible? Theo, named after a retired farmer, is a high-tech robot in the battle to root out disease from the fields.The robot rolls along rows of yellow and red tulips, checking each plant and, when necessary, killing diseased bulbs (鳞茎) to prevent the spread of the tulip-breaking virus (病毒). The virus weakens the bulb, leaving them unable to flower. The dead bulbs are removed from healthy ones in a sorting center after they have been harvested. There are 45 robots like Theo working in the tulip fields of the Netherlands. Their job becomes important as the winter turns to spring and peak season nears, when people come from around the world to admire the colorful flowers.In the past, this work was carried out by knowledgeable farmers. Allan Visser is a third-generation tulip farmer who is using the robot. “You could buy a very nice sports car for the price of the robot,” Visser said. The robot costs 185,000 euros. “It’s a lot slower than a sports car, rolling on caterpillar tracks through fields,” he added. “But I choose the robot because a sports car doesn’t see the sick tulips. Now there are fewer and fewer people who can really do that.”The robots have been trained to detect sick plants. They have cameras and take thousands of photos of the tulips. Their AI model examines the photos, hunting out signs on sick plants, and decides which ones need to be killed. The engineer explains the robots use GPS to be sure they are destroying the correct tulips. The heart of the machine is the knowledge put into the AI model, which comes from experienced tulip farmers like Theo van der Voort, who gave his name to the robot.Van der Voort retired after 52 years of looking for sick flowers in his fields. “It’s fantastic,” he said. “It sees just as much as I see.”28．What does the robot do?A．Plant new tulips.B．Clear troubled bulbs.C．Kill deadly virus.D．Harvest grown flowers.29．What can we infer from Visser’s words?A．He dreams of a sports car.B．Tulip fields are low in production.C．The robot is worth the cost.D．Farmers lack technical knowledge. 30．What is the key to making the robots work effectively?A．GPS systems.B．High-tech cameras.C．Daily training.D．Human knowledge.31．Which of the following is the best title for the text?A．Theo’s Watch: An Advance in Tulip FarmingB．Al Robots: A Replacement for Aging FarmersC．Tulip Seasons: An Attraction of the NetherlandsD．Visser’s Practice: A Tradition in Tulip BusinessesParents of teenagers often view their children’s friends with distrust, worrying that their children will be pushed by their peers (同龄人) into doing something foolish or even dangerous. Their worries hold water. In a previous study, psychologist Laurence Steinberg found that a teenage driver with a same-age passenger in the car is at higher risk of traffic accidents than one driving alone or with an adult.In the following years, Steinberg examined why teens were more likely to take risks in the company of other teenagers. In a later study, by scanning (扫描) the brains of 40 teens and adults, Steinberg found the brains of teenagers, but not adults, showed greater activity in two regions associated with rewards when they were being observed by same-age peers. The reward systems of the brain are activated whenever people experience something rewarding, like eating a nice-tasting food, which make them feel satisfied. In this case, rewards are greater for teens, which motivates them to seek higher-risk experiences.But Steinberg thought peer pressure might also have its positive side. In the latest study, Steinberg’s team used a card game to research how peers affect the way young people gather and apply information. It involved 101 teenage boys who played either alone or with three peers. They chose cards from four decks (牌堆): two decks had “good” cards, and two “bad” ones. Players with peers were more willing to take risks, trying to figure out which decks could help them towin. The results showed that teens playing with their peers engage in more exploratory behavior, learn faster and achieve better performance on the task than those playing alone.Now some experts are proposing that we should take advantage of the teens’ keen sensitivity (敏感) to the presence of friends to improve education. “Risk taking in an educational context is a vital skill that enables progress and creativity,” wrote Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, a professor at University College London.32．What do the underlined words “hold water” in paragraph 1 mean?A．Make sense.B．Face doubts.C．Bring relief.D．Start debates.33．What is the reason behind teens’ dangerous behavior?A．Inability to tell right from wrong.B．A sense of satisfaction.C．Eagerness to follow their friends.D．Lack of social experience.34．How does risk-taking affect teens in the latest study?A．It starts fights between them.B．It inspires them to question.C．It weakens their independence.D．It helps them to learn better.35．What would Blakemore suggest teachers do in the classroom?A．Conduct group discussion.B．Improve time management.C．Encourage personal opinions.D．Develop decision-making skills.Standing at the top of a staircase in the Louvre in Paris, the Nike, or the Winged Victory (胜利女神), looks down over her admiring crowds. This statue is one of the most famous artworks of Greek art. 36 Later it was brought to Paris and has been on display in the Louvre since 1866.The Nike consists of two parts: a large ship’s front part, and a standing statue with a totalheight of more than eighteen feet. It looks like the Winged Victory has just flown down from the sky. 37 The wind blows her dress across her body, gathering it in heavy folds, and streaming behind her. When viewers look at her, they can almost feel the wind from the sea.38The statue, as it stands today in the Louvre, has been partly repaired. The right wing is a modern copy, but the missing feet, arms, and head have not been recovered, giving viewers much to imagine. For instance, did the Nike hold objects in her hands? In fact, people found her right hand in 1950, whose fingers are spread out. 39 She must have simply raised her right arm in greeting. Her head may have looked straight ahead, and viewers can only guess about the features of her face.40 As one of the few existing examples of original Greek sculpture, it will continue to attract viewers, just as it undoubtedly did before.A．This means that she cannot have held any object.B．The Nike is in charge of victory in ancient Greek stories.C．It was found on a Greek island in the Aegean sea in 1863.D．This statue was made by artists who left no names in history.E．It’s hard for them to believe such a lifelike statue is made of stone.F．Landing on top of the ship, she celebrates the victory of an ancient battle.G．Despite its incomplete survival, the Winged Victory is truly a masterpiece.三、完形填空Jason Smith is a published children’s author and award-winning poet. But growing up, he could 41 read.Jason and his three sisters were raised by a single mother, and she often had to make 42 choices about how to use their limited resources—including a 43 to send his oldest sister to school, and to keep Jason at home.Years later, when Jason finally went to school, he couldn’t spell his name and 44 to read simple words, which made him feel 45 . However, this changed when he turned 12.A kind teacher-in-training noticed his 46 and stepped in. When she created a specialreading program for students like Jason, he was the first to 47 . This teacher was patient and creative, and she 48 him to work hard and believe in himself.With her help, Jason’s reading skills and confidence 49 . By the time he finished elementary school, he had earned several 50 , including one for being the most improved reader. This teacher not only taught Jason how to 51 but also helped him see his 52 and potential (潜力).Jason went on to college and graduate school and became an author of children’s books. In 2010, Jason 53 to his old school to find this teacher and thank her, but she no longer taught there. He still hopes to find her one day to show her the 54 she had on his life and how her 55 continues to inspire him.41．A．hardly B．simply C．eagerly D．silently 42．A．wrong B．popular C．tough D．free 43．A．permission B．chance C．task D．decision 44．A．agreed B．continued C．struggled D．expected 45．A．guilty B．upset C．excited D．interested 46．A．difficulties B．achievements C．appearance D．expression 47．A．calm down B．give in C．sign up D．turn away 48．A．encouraged B．ordered C．invited D．forced 49．A．disappeared B．recovered C．weakened D．improved 50．A．degrees B．awards C．tips D．promotions 51．A．read B．speak C．share D．review 52．A．duty B．position C．worth D．contribution 53．A．adapted B．returned C．replied D．waved 54．A．control B．impact C．comment D．advice 55．A．performance B．service C．bravery D．kindness四、选词填空请在方框中选择合适的选项，填入短文的空格中，使短文完整连贯。

2024-2025学年度高一英语下学期期末考试卷（含答案）（命题学校：xx省实验中学命题人、校对人： xx）第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)第一节 (共5小题;每题1.5分,满分 7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What does the man say about Jack?A. He's humorous.B. He's responsible.C. He's serious.2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Cousins.B. Classmates.C. Uncle and niece.3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. What to have for lunch.B. Where to buy some vegetables.C. Who will cook a meal.4. Where are probably the speakers?A. In the car shop.B. In the toy shop.C. In the clothing shop.5. What does the man usually do in his spare time?A. Play chess with his grandfather.B. Play video games.C. Do some exercise.第二节 (共15小题; 每题1.5分, 满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

北京市海淀区2023-2024学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题一、完形填空It was a Saturday afternoon when I was just ten. My grandmother entered the dining room with the mail and placed it by my mother, who 1 the thin envelope rather cautiously, paused and then tossed it into the wastepaper basket.“You can at least open it,” my grandmother said.“I don’t want to see one more 2 letter. Period!” my mother answered.“Poor Mommy,” I said. “Don’t feel bad. You’re a good writer.” But the words of a ten-year-old, while appreciated, were lost in the thick air of adult 3 that filled the room.Ignoring my mother’s response, my grandmother turned the basket over and pulled out the envelope. She 4 open the letter and read it silently. My heart was racing with expectation as she suddenly straightened up and charged at her daughter, pushing the letter under my mother’s nose. “There! There!”“Please, Mother,” my mother said sadly as she pushed the letter away.“Read it!” my grandmother pushed it back. “It’s an 5 !”My mother stopped. She looked first at me, then at my grandmother. Slowly, she read the words: “We are 6 to inform you...”I watched her face turn from 7 to joy. She jumped up and hugged my grandmother, whose face was now shining as if saying 8 I knew you would succeed.Now, years later, whenever I am hesitant to open my own letters in fear of rejection (拒绝), I can feel my mother and grandmother reach for the basket, 9 me to open them. And I also have my son to cheer me up. “Don’t worry, Mommy. You’re a good writer.” I know it no longer matters whether the mail holds an acceptance or a rejection, for I have learned about the power of 10 support.1．A．eyed B．handed C．opened D．received 2．A．invitation B．rejection C．explanation D．recommendation 3．A．anger B．concern C．confusion D．tension4．A．cut B．tore C．forced D．broke5．A．award B．apology C．acceptance D．advertisement 6．A．relieved B．regretful C．happy D．sad 7．A．disbelief B．dissatisfaction C．disagreement D．disappointment 8．A．calmly B．gratefully C．patiently D．proudly 9．A．encouraging B．allowing C．reminding D．instructing 10．A．unchangeable B．unconditional C．unforgettable D．unintentional二、语法填空阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。

第一节：单项选择(共15小题，满分22分)1.---Do you mind if I open the window?---_____.In fact,I feel a little hot as well.A.Please don’tB.I’d rather you didn’tC.Go aheadD.Why don’t?2.---May I smoke here?---If you_______,choose a seat in the smoking section.A.shouldB.couldC.mayD.must3.Parents always_________great importance to education.They will do their best to give their children that priceless gift.A.attachB.payC.linkD.apply★4.I work in a business_________almost everyone is waiting for a great chance.A.howB.whichC.whereD.that5.Sir,you are not allowed to enter the building unless you get our manager’s__.A.permissionB.connectionC.instructionD.introduction6.---I’m sorry.I_________at you the other day.---Forget it.I was a bit out of control myself.A.shouldn’t have shoutedB.shouldn’t shoutC.mustn’t shoutD.mustn’t have shouted7.When the thief found the police had already______him,he ranaway quickly.A.realizedB.knownC.spottedD.stared★★8.The reason______he failed was_______he was too carelessA.because;becauseB.why;becauseC.that;thatD.why; that★9.I can’t find the recorder in the room.It________by someone.A.may takeB.may have been taken awayC.must have taken awayD.needn’t have been taken away★10.It is reported that two schools,___________are being built in my hometown,will be open next year.A.they bothB.which bothC.both of themD.both of which11._________parents say and do has a life-long effect on their children.A.ThatB.WhichC.WhatD.As12.________you are interested in astronomy,you can read the book.A.Even ifB.Now thatC.UnlessD.As soon as★★13.It is reported that the United States uses____energy as the whole of Europe.A.as twiceB.twice muchC.twice much asD.twice as much14.It has been proved_______eating vegetables in childhood helps to protect you against serious illnesses in later life.A.ifB.thatC.whatD.when15.—What do you think of his opinion?—None has given me___________piece of advice.A.a betterB.a bestC.the bestD.the better第二节：完形填空（共20小题，满分33分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从16-35各题所给的四个选项中，选择最佳答案。

2023-2024学年江苏省扬州市高一下学期6月期末英语试题1. What is the chair made of?A．Wood. B．Metal. C．Plastic.2. What does the man think of the food in the restaurant?A．Boring. B．Special. C．Great.3. Where does the man come from?A．New York. B．Washington. C．Los Angeles. 4. What is the next TV program?A．The news.B．A quiz show.C．A documentary about animals.5. Where are the speakers?A．In a library. B．In a bookstore. C．At a coffee shop. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6. What are the speakers doing?A．Cooking. B．Working. C．Eating.7. What was put on the man’s finger?A．Cream. B．Bandage. C．Ice.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8. Who does the book belong to?A．David. B．Mary. C．Nancy.9. What can be known about the book?A．It sells very well.B．It can be found in a few bookstores.C．The book is aimed at students.10. What will the woman do next?A．Look for the book in a bookstore.B．Give Mary a call.C．Bring the book right now.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

一下学期期末考试英语试题本试卷分为第一卷（选择题）和第二卷（非选择题）两部分第一卷（选择题共115分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）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（共5小题:每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.When will the office open?A. At 8:15 am.B. At 8:30 am.C. At 8:45 am.2.What's the probable relationship between the two speakers?A.Waitress and customer.B.Salesgirl and customer.C.Receptionist and customer.3.What is the speech about?A. Physics.B. Biology.C. Maths.4.How much will the man pay if he buys four pairs of the shoes?A. $50,B. $60.C. $100.5.What's the man's plan for the weekend?A.To go swimming.B.To go to an art school.C.To attend a piano class.第二节（共15小题:每小题1.5分,满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

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

福建省高一下学期期末考试英语试卷(附带答案）学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________一、阅读理解Because China is a nation with a great cultural influence, it is important to be well informed before going to China. Whether you are visiting China to explore its 5,000-year history, do business, or just to see the tourist sights, reading some books about China by people who have first-hand experience is a wise decision.1. The Chan’s Great Continent by Jonathan SpenceRegarding China, many Westerners have many generalizations and misunderstanding. The book addresses these common misunderstandings and shows what China is truly like. This non-fiction book examines China from numerous angles and the result is an entertaining read.2. A History of China by John KeayIt is a book for history fans, which not only offers a historical overview of China but also goes on to explain the finer aspects of Confucianism, Buddhism, and China s many dynasties. This book is entertaining for travelers who would like to truly appreciate the country and its people.3. A Thousand Years of Good Prayers by Yiyun LiIt is a novel composed of 10 stories that offers an interesting view of China in terms of younger people living in its cities. Each story within it has a unique theme that sums up a certain area of China’s political and cultural atmosphere.4. China Wakes by Nicholas Kristof / Sheryl Wu-DunnWritten by two journalists, the non-fiction book explores the recent history of China from the first-hand perspective of journalists. It analyzes the rise of China and is hopeful future. This is a must-read for academics and those interested in global affairs.1．What is special about The Chan’s Great Continent?A．It explains a real China. B．It analyzes the rise of China.C．It offers an entertaining read. D．It enhances understanding of China. 2．Which book best suits novel lovers?A．The Chan’s Great Continent. B．A History of China.C．A Thousand Years of Good Prayers. D．China Wakes.3．What is the purpose of the text?A．To attract more tourists to China. B．To recommend China to the world. C．To show the importance of reading. D．To introduce some books about China.For more than 50 years, Sesame Street has been introducing children to a diverse group of characters, cast members and puppeteers (木偶师). Megan Piphus Peace is one of them: In late 2021, she became the show’s first full-time black woman puppeteer, playing a 6-year-old black girl named Gabrielle. Last month, she officially left her real estate career. “I always dreamed of working in television, but I never imagined myself being on Sesame Street,” she says.Piphus Peace, now 29, grew up watching Sesame Street. As a young child, she considered the puppets to be her companions, not realizing until she was older that they weren’t real. She has been pursuing puppeteering since then. At Vanderbilt University, where she studied economics, she was known as the “Vanderbilt Ventriloquist (腹语表演者).” She even appeared on The Tonight Show in 2012 and America’s Got Talent in 2013.One of Piphus Peace’s teachers, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, who played the Sesame Street character Abby Cadabby in 2006, says that Piphus Peace is a gifted storyteller and natural leader. “To say that I was amazed by Megan would be an understatement,”Carrara-Rudolph says. “I was inspired by her loving heart, strength of character, humor, humanity and what an energetic creative force she is.”Although Piphus Peace submitted her first video audition (试演) to Sesame Street in 2017, she didn’t hear back until 2020, when Matt Vogel, the puppet captain of the show, reached out to her. “She comes from a different kind of puppetry background than most of other Sesame Street puppet performers,” Vogel says. “We went to college to learn puppetry, or acting schools, etc., but Megan learned the art of ventriloquism by herself.”4．What do we know about Piphus Peace?A．She used to work in television. B．She is now part of Sesame Street. C．She was called Gabrielle at a young age. D．She has been a puppeteer for over 50 years.5．How did Piphus Peace look at the puppets in her childhood?A．She thought they were unreal. B．She considered them to be humorous. C．She found it hard to distinguish them. D．She regarded them as her friends. 6．What does paragraph 3 strongly stress?A．Carrara-Rudolph’s impact on Piphus PeaceB．The striking characteristics of Sesame StreetC．Carrara-Rudolph’s opinion of Piphus PeaceD．The character Abby Cadabby in Sesame Street7．Why is Piphus Peace different from most other performers according to Vogel? A．She is a self-trained ventriloquist. B．She is the most popular performer. C．She has played many different characters. D．She is the only female actress in the show.Reading books can obviously make you a better, smarter entrepreneur. According to a 2018 study of over 160,000 adults in 31 countries, the more books that were present in participants’ childhood homes, the more competent they now were as adults with skills in literacy, mathematics, and technological problem-solving. Researchers note that book-oriented socialization, indicated by home library size, equips youth with lifelong tastes, skill and knowledge.Growing up with home libraries boosts adult skills in literacy, numeracy and technological problem-solving beyond the benefits acquired from parental education or your own educational or occupational attainment. Kids who grow up in a home where reading is valued and modeled are more likely to be good readers. Strangely enough, though, advanced education doesn’t necessarily offset the “lots of books in the home” advantage. Adults who grew up with relatively few books in their homes and later earned a college degree had literacy levels approximately equal to adults who grew up in homes with large libraries but only attended school for nine years.Jessica Stillman [of Inc.] writes, surrounding yourself with more books than you could ever read says good things about your mind. Those books serve as a constant reminder of all the things you don’t know — which helps keep you intellectually hungry and curious. And possibly, this will keep you a little more modest, since research shows the quicker you are to admit you don’t know something, the faster you can then learn it. As Jeff Bezos says, a key sign of intelligence is the willingness to change your mind, something that only happens if you’re willing to admit that your current thinking may not be the best thinking. Modesty, learning and the willingness to change your mind when new data presents itself: That’s another three bonus every entrepreneur can benefit from.8．What does paragraph 1 mainly talk about the research?A．Tough process. B．Inspiring discovery.C．Numerous data. D．Advanced technology.9．Which of the following can best replace the underlined word “offset” in paragraph 2?A．Compete with. B．Differ from. C．Go against. D．Compensate for. 10．Why does the author mention Jessica?A．To keep readers intellectually hungry. B．To stress the significance of modesty.C．To remind readers of their ignorance. D．To evidence the benefits of home library.11．What is the passage mainly about?A．Home library size indicates lifelong skills. B．Home reading equals to a college degree.C．Modesty makes a promising entrepreneur. D．Childhood libraries lead to adulthood success.The Gold Coast family holidays are always great fun whether you are from Australia or from abroad. There are beautiful beaches, adventure parks, nature parks and so much more.There are so many sights to see here. It is a pity to drive in a car and you’ll miss a great part of it. Australia is home to many animals and birds that can only be seen when moving slowly and going into the areas that they live.When you are on a bicycle, you have the strength of being able to stop whenever you want to see an interesting animal or bird that you have never seen before. It is a quieter mode (方式) of transportation as well, so you might even be able to take a picture. When you are on the beach, you can breathe that clean air and view the beauty of the water and sand. It is a totally different experience from either simply sunbathing or passing it in a car.There are many choices of hiring a bicycle to experience the Gold Coast attractions. There are stores that will fit a bike perfectly to your size. These bikes for both adults and children are in many styles and colors to please any taste. If you have ever wanted to try a tandem bike (双人单车), now is your chance, because they have those too.A bicycle hire on Gold Coast is something that everyone should try at least once. This is a wonderful chance for anyone who likes to cycle and it is also a cheap way to travel with your family.12．You’d better not drive in a car on Gold Coast because ________.A．you will break the traffic rulesB．you will cause much noiseC．you can’t enjoy the beautiful sights wellD．you can’t drive into some parks13．The following advantages of hiring bikes are mentioned EXCEPT that ________. A．you can take photos of animalsB．it is a cheap way of travelingC．you can get a clearer sight of animalsD．it is a good way to do sunbathing14．Which of the following words has the same meaning as the word underlined in the third paragraph?A．advantage B．weakness C．appearance D．disadvantage15．What is paragraph 4 mainly about?A．How to hire bikes on Gold Coast.B．What kinds of bikes there are in stores.C．What bikes are the most popular.D．Who can hire bikes on Gold Coast.二、七选五Is Fresh Air Really Good for You?We all grew up hearing people tell us to “go out and get some fresh air.” 16 According to recent studies，the answer is a big YES，if the air quality in your camping area is good.17 If the air you’re breathing is clean-which it would be if you’re away from the smog of cities-then the air is filled with life-giving, energizing oxygen.If you exercise out of doors, your body will learn to breathe more deeply, allowing even more oxygen to get to your muscles (肌肉) and your brain.Recently, people have begun studying the connection between the natural world and healing (治愈). 18 In these places patients can go to be near nature during their recovery. It turns out that just looking at green, growing things can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and put people into a better mood (情绪).Greenery is good for us. Hospital patients who see tree branches out their window are likelyto recover at a faster rate than patients who see buildings or sky instead. 19 It gives us a great feeling of peace.20 While the sun’s rays can age and harm our skin, they also give is beneficial Vitamin D．To make sure you get enough Vitamin D—but still protect your skin— put on sunscreen right as you head outside. It takes sunscreen about fifteen minutes to start working, and that’s plenty of time for your skin to absorb a day’s worth of Vitamin D．A．Being in nature refreshes us.B．But is fresh air really as good for you as your mother always said?C．Fresh air cleans our lungs.D．So what are you waiting for?E．Another side benefit of getting fresh air is sunlight.F．All across the country, recovery centers have begun building Healing Gardens.G．Just as importantly, we tend to associate air with health care.三、完形填空Music can make us happy, peaceful or sad. As an orchestra (管弦乐队) conductor,music can give.Anderson fell in love with 22 when she was a child. She began playing the piano at seven and started composing at nine. She bought many videos 23 by the world’s great orchestras and conductors and listened to them for hours on end.During a concert, the audience see the 24 of a conductor and the arm movements he or she makes. What audiences do not see is all the work the conductor has done before the 25 .Months before a concert, Anderson studies the music by 26 it on the piano. She listens to recordings, reads about the composer’s life, and reviews historical events that would have influenced the composer. Her goal is to recreate the musicas the composer 27 .While conducting, Anderson uses her whole body to express how the music should sound and feel. Her movements are dramatic (激动人心的) when the music is 28 and gentle when the music is peaceful. As she 29 , Anderson listens for problems with balance, sound and style.To help young musicians better 30 how to play the music, Anderson might tell them to imagine a 31 and leisurely walk or a ship being tossed (颠簸) by waves.“It is music’s ability to 32 people that I value most,” said Anderson. She has seen audiences at her concerts 33 , clap together in rhythm, and shout “Bravo!” Regularly, audiences are moved to tears. After one concert in Serbia, audiences 34 around the orchestra’s buses and cheered for the young musicians as they climbed aboard.Anderson is happy, knowing that she and the musicians have changed lives forthe better, 35 spirits and brought joy to people.21．A．feelings B．characters C．thoughts D．changes 22．A．painting B．reading C．music D．dance 23．A．invented B．recorded C．caught D．directed 24．A．chest B．nose C．shadow D．back 25．A．schedule B．performance C．task D．game26．A．making B．beating C．playing D．repeating 27．A．expected B．intended C．encouraged D．suggested 28．A．energetic B．magical C．quiet D．sad29．A．studies B．conducts C．sings D．competes 30．A．decide B．react C．plan D．understand 31．A．short B．violent C．calm D．sensitive 32．A．reach B．attack C．praise D．accept33．A．touch B．escape C．applaud D．nod 34．A．collected B．approached C．surrounded D．gathered 35．A．took up B．turned up C．gave up D．lifted up四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下列短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

天津市河西区2023-2024学年高一下学期7月期末考试英语试卷第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节。

满分30分）第一节：单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

16. —How about we stay at home and watch TV?—_________. You have promised to go to a movie with me tonight.A. Have a good timeB. I beg to differC. No problemD. Don't worry17. As we learn more about sea creatures, we find it our duty to protect them from _________.A. extinctionB. destinationC. exhibitionD. institution18. Lighting levels should be _________ for photography without flash.A. straightB. sensitiveC. subjectiveD. sufficient19. As natural resources become _________ rare, we have to change our living habits and make contributions to our environment.A. originallyB. directlyC. increasinglyD. physically20. Our teacher _________ the experiment in the lab before we did the experiment on our own.A. stimulatedB. sponsoredC. demonstratedD. attached21. Some new inventions like 3D printers _________ to make replacement hearts and bone parts in the past few months, according to The Times.A. were usedB. are usedC. are being usedD. have been used22. Tom has never _________ and the other team members have to work harder to make up for his laziness.A. let off steamB. taken a breathC. settled downD. pulled his weight23. _________ for his athletic ability and devotion, he has been regarded as my idol.A. AdmiringB. To be admiredC. AdmiredD. Be admired24. _________ remains important is that we have an incredible desire to think and create, and that's the real spirit of invention.A. WhatB. WhoC. ThatD. Which25. _________ I have a word with you? It won't take long.A. MustB. MayC. ShallD. Need26. I'll be out for some time. _________ anything important happens. call me up immediately.A. In caseB. As ifC. Even thoughD. Now that27. Many lessons are now available online, from _________ students can choose for free.A. whenB. whoseC. whomD. which28. I reached the station only _________ that my train had already left.A. to findB. foundC. findingD. find29. There is a notice on the wall, _________ “No Parking!”A. saidB. saysC. sayingD. having said30. —What do you think of your new English teacher?—In my opinion, his teaching is as good as _________ of Mr. Zhang.A. itB. thatC. thisD. one第二节：完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从31~45各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

山东省济南市2023-2024学年高一下学期7月期末学习质量检测英语试题一、听力选择题1．What are the speakers going to buy?A．Some flowers.B．A scarf.C．A handbag:2．What can we know about the man?A．He is thankful.B．He feels helpless.C．He is in love.3．Where does the woman want to go?A．The fire station.B．The train station.C．The park.4．When can the man meet the woman?A．At 9:00 am.B．At 9:15 am.C．At 10:00 am.5．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Boss and employee.B．Waitress and customer.C．Husband and wife.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6．Where will the woman go first?A．The airport.B．The police station.C．The bank.7．What does the man offer to do?A．Lend some money.B．Inform the company.C．Go with the woman.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8．Where does the conversation take place?A．At a restaurant.B．At a hotel.C．At a bank.9．What kind of hotel does the man prefer?A．A cheap one.B．A modern one.C．A comfortable one.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

湖北省高一下学期期末考试英语试卷(附带答案）一、阅读理解Have your ever tried podcasts(播客)? If you wish to feel happier, or just learn random things, click here. Here are some of the most exciting podcast series that can help you through your learning journey.Ten percent happierIt was created after Dan Harris, a journalist, had a panic attack on live national television. This led him to try meditation to heal. During this journey, he wrote the book 10% Happier, which talks about the stages of his development. After the book became a best-seller, Dan Harris created the podcast, inviting special guests, such as meditation teachers and scientists to talk about personal development.Delicious ways to feel betterElla Woodward is known as a writer and businesswoman who owns the blog “Deliciously Ella”. She approaches a sensitive subject about our relationship with food. This podcast can help you fix your negative food experiences with positive ones, which can result in enjoying all types of food in moderation and respecting your body’s natural hunger cues.Power hourSometimes, it’s challenging to see our true value within ourselves, which stops us from improving. If you’ve been down lately, you may want to check out this podcast. “Power Hour” was created by Adrienne Herbert, a wellness professional. She talks about motivation, trends, career paths and anything about self-improvement. Professionals are invited to discuss important matters.Routines and rutsSometimes, keeping your habits in place when life is putting you down is not that easy. “Routines and Ruts” can help you make a significant change in your life. The podcast is produced by Madeleine Dore, a writer who likes to explore how we can spend our days in a balanced way that includes both productivity and relaxation. She also has some interesting guests.1．Where is this text probably taken from?A．A travel brochure. B．A website.C．A course plan. D．A scientific report.2．Which podcast is targeted at people who are interested in diet advice? A．Power hour. B．Ten percent happier.C．Routines and ruts D．Delicious ways to feel better. 3．What do the four podcasts have in common?A．They are based on popular books.B．They often invite famous professionals.C．They are all created by experienced writers.D．They may contribute to our personal growth.“Towards thee I roll, thou all-destroying but unconquering whale; to the last I grapple with thee; from hell’s heart I stab at thee; for hate’s sake I spit my last breath at thee.” Captain Ahab’s dying declaration of defiance (抗争) is among the most famous passages in Herman Melville’s novel.In reality, such victories of the hunted over the hunter were a fantasy in the cruel world of industrial whaling. The biggest cetacean of them all, the blue whale, had all but disappeared from the Southern Ocean by the time a ban on hunting it was introduced in 1967.Sightings of the largest mammal ever to live on the earth had been rare in the region since then. Not any more. A survey of coastal waters around the island of South Georgia in the sub-Antarctic has had remarkable results.In just over three weeks, in the krill-rich waters of what was once their main feeding ground, the movements of 55 Antarctic blues were recorded by the British Antarctic Survey. The finding was described as “truly, truly amazing” by one cetacean specialist. It suggests that when a comprehensive audit (审计), due in 2021, is carried out, there is a good chance that the species will prove to be in full recovery mode, as are humpbacks and other whales in the southern hemisphere.Three years ago, the Natural History Museum established a 25m skeleton (骨架) of a blue whale and named it Hope, intending to inspire new generations to builda sustainable future.The return of the world’s most splendid ocean travellers to southern waters should serve as an example for wider possibilities of conservation. Ecological wrongs can be righted, or at least mitigated, with sufficient will and organisations.The more general comeback of the whale - for which environmental campaigners should take a great deal of credit — can be an inspiration for victories yet to be won. It could also act as an added motivation to action on the climate emergency. 4．What’s the author’s purpose of mentioning the famous passage in Herman Melville’s novel?A．To describe a hunter’s bravery. B．To introduce the topic of the text. C．To stress the popularity of the novel. D．To offer information about whale hunting.5．Why was a 25m skeleton of a blue whale named Hope?A．To attract tourists to visit the museum.B．To show the unkindness of whale hunters.C．To motivate humans to live harmoniously with nature.D．To call on people to pay attention to the blue whales’ habitat.6．What does the underlined word “mitigated” in paragraph 6 probably mean? A．Developed. B．Promoted. C．Reduced. D．Solved.7．What’s the best title of the text?A．The blue whales’ comeback B．The cruelty of industrial whaling C．The importance of protecting whales D．The sustainable development of the Antarctic areaDuring its 300 or so years in Britain, tea has changed from the exotic (异国情调的) to the ordinary. Historians like to ask why the Industrial Revolution took place here in the 18th century and not elsewhere in Europe or Asia. Several historians argue that sugar played a significant role in fulling workers. Could it be that sweet, boiled water with a mildly addictive plant produced a healthier as well as more energetic population just when England needed labour? That appears to be the caseput forward by Francisca Antman, an economist at the University of Colorado.It is not a new thesis, but Professor Antman provides the first quantitative evidence that tea drinking powered the Industrial Revolution, by increasing the health of workers. Her study reveals that the practice of boiling water for tea lowered death rates by 25% in lower water-quality areas. This “accidental improvement”, she argues, occurred just as people were moving into cities, where the crowding together would otherwise have led to serious epidemics. Instead, the country possessed a healthy pool of labour needed for industrialisation.One of the key moments that shifted tea from a luxury good to a mass market drink came, the Antman paper argues, in 1784 when the tea tax was cut from 119% to 12.5% at one stroke. By the end of the century, even the humblest farmer drank tea twice a day. The East India Company also muscled out an opponent — coffee — by pushing its tea in the home market. Tea gardens made the drink a cultural custom, as did the worker’s tea break.Professor Antman argues, “Why England experienced a decline in death rates over this period without an increase in wages, living standards, or nutrition can be explained in part by the widespread adoption of tea as the national drink and increased consumption of boiled water”.8．What do we know about Professor Antman’s study?A．It offers statistical proof. B．It presents a new thesis.C．It focuses on work efficiency. D．It figures out labour demand. 9．What do the underlined words “accidental improvement” in paragraph 2 refer to? A．The decline of death rate. B．The removal of epidemics.C．The popularity of tea drinking. D．The process of moving to cities. 10．What can we infer from paragraph 3?A．Tea was ill-received by farmers. B．Coffee made push into British market. C．Tax cut made tea an affordable product. D．Workers enjoyed tea breaks in gardens.11．What can be a suitable title for the text?A．British Tea, from Exotic to Ordinary B．A Cup of Tea, a British Cultural GeneC．Why the British Drink So Much Tea? D．How Tea Affects Industrial Revolution?One way to prevent anxiety from getting out of control is to recognize its benefits. It is a mistake to think that we can make better decisions if we keep our feelings under control.Instead,a mix of feelings like anxiety and logical thinking leads to sound decision-making. There is plenty of research showing that higher levels of anxiety can make us more likely to avoid risks in our decision-making.There is also evidence that anxiety can increase the attention you pay to relevant information.Recent studies have shown that people who are anxious about their relationships (for example,they fear to be abandoned) tend to be better at recognizing people who tell lies and are more likely to raise the alarm when danger approaches.In the real world though, it’s worth realizing that feeling anxious for a while is very common.It helps you communicate with others that you care about, and what’s more, it’s probably a sign that you are intelligent. At least two published studies have identified that people who score higher on measures of anxiety also tend to perform better on intelligence tests. This seems reasonable: If you’re a thinker, you are sure to be always thinking about the future and imagining possible plots, including bad ones.The important thing, if you are a person likely to worry, is not to let your fear destroy your dreams. And don’t bury your head in the sand. Instead, act on your fears - do research as well as preparation.So rather than walk blindly into what you fear, why not meet challenges in full readiness?When anxiety beats you, or casts a shadow over your life, this is a serious problem.No one is denying that. But like everyday anxiety of this kind that you feel before a presentation or interview,you needn’t see it as your enemy. Anxiety is an important feeling，developed through evolution(进化).As for people who are fairly anxious by nature, there is a reason to cheer,too.Your nerves are a sign of your watchfulness. Listen to them and act on them. Then you can turn your nervousness into your advantage.12．What can we infer about anxiety from paragraph 1?A．It enables us to be more focused.B．It stops us from thinking logically.C．It makes us more willing to take risks.D．It contributes to bad decision-making.13．What can be learned about anxious people?A．They sense danger in advance.B．They score higher in tests.C．They prefer to interact with strangers.D．They tend to be thoughtful about future.14．How should we deal with anxiety in the author’s opinion?A．By regarding it as our enemy.B．By taking action to control it.C．By making use of it properly.D．By treating it as a minor feeling.15．What does the passage focus on?A．Effective ways to prevent anxiety.B．Unexpected benefits of anxiety.C．Tips on how to keep a good mood.D．Misunderstandings about anxiety.二、七选五Grieve Her Mum Through CookingGrief and mourning can be expressed in many ways. 16 . She found comfort through cooking her mother’s recipes in a planner and in turn, learned about her mother. Her attitude to life was mirrored in her cooking.Along with the love of food and family, her mother, and her grandmother before her, had passed down a carved wooden spoon. It was given from one to the next.17 . She inherited this spoon and the passion her mother had.After her mother’s death, Debbie also found the planner containing these detailed dinner party plans and recipes. Her mother was not gone. 18 . AndDebbie has learned a lot about her since she began cooking her food.19 . In trying to make out her mother’s notes, Debbie has bonded again with her father in shared grief and understanding. Asking Dad who is who, what is what and learning and understanding, Debbie has been able to see a new side of her mother.Everything Debbie is cooking is inherited, as is the joy and sense of achievement she feels. When she began cooking with her mother as a kid, she was in charge of turning the toast, to stop it catching. Now she is holding the spoon, adding the spices and still looking up from the stove to her mum. 20 .A．It was never easy to lose someone we loveB．She was guiding her through a lifetime of foodC．When it reached Debbie, it was worn and perfectD．She felt a sense of achievement in cooking her foodE．She is always going to be her mother’s kitchen followerF．Debbie found a new and unique way to mourn her mumG．However, she was left with some confusion at some recipes三、完形填空Jane Eyre and a bestselling Japanese thriller. I even 30 my afternoon nap (午觉), ready to open the door 31 another book was delivered.There is something intimate (亲密的) about exchanging books with strangers. By 32 a book with someone, I believe we end up sharing a part of our soul with them.The posting about the book exchange on social media brought me 33 to many old friends, with whom I had lost touch due to the 34 schedules we allhad before COVID-19 35 our plans. It fired long discussions about tryingout wine in Vietnam.21．A．looked up to B．took part in C．kept up with D．got hold of 22．A．possible B．boring C．difficult D．important 23．A．recommending B．explaining C．sending D．selling 24．A．continue B．discover C．check D．recognize 25．A．now and then B．in time C．more or less D．in return 26．A．reported B．observed C．wondered D．regretted 27．A．bravely B．delightedly C．willingly D．doubtfully 28．A．disappointed B．puzzled C．amused D．astonished 29．A．coming out B．pouring in C．working D．disappearing 30．A．worried about B．looked forward to C．got back toD．gave up31．A．in case B．even if C．as though D．so that 32．A．delivering B．sharing C．collecting D．discussing 33．A．closer B．kinder C．more serious D．more sensitive 34．A．irregular B．natural C．busy D．flexible 35．A．cancelled B．dropped C．opposed D．ruined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。