重庆市第八中学校2023-2024学年高二上学期11月月考英语试题

重庆八中 2023—2024学年度(上)半期考试高一年级英语试题第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共5 小题: 每小题 1.5 分,满分分)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。

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 willthe charity party start?A. At 5p. m.B. At 7 p. m:C. At9p. m.2. How is the weather now?A. Rainy.B. Cloudy.C. Sunny.3、Which is the best way for the man to get to the airport?A. Taking the subway.B. Catching a bus.C. Getting a taxi.4.What did Mary do last night?A. She didn't return.B. She went out late.C. She held a fancy dress party.5.What are the speakers discussing?A. A national holiday.B. A TV programme.C. The president.第二节(共 15 小题; 每小题分,满分分)请听下面5段对话或独白。

每段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，并标在试题卷的相应位置。

听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各小题，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至7题。

6. What was the woman's father in China?A. A traveller.B. A businessman.C. A teacher.7. How old was the woman when she went to Beijing for the first time?A. Five.B. Six.C. Eight.听第7段材料，回答第8至 10题。

重庆市第八中学2024-2025学年高二上学期第一次月考英语试题一、阅读理解Notice on the orderly opening of the National Museum of China The National Museum of China (NMC) has limited the daily visitor arrivals with a new timetable and adopted an online booking system. We hereby inform you of the following regulations: * The NMC is open from 9:00 to 17:00 (last admission at 16:00) and closes on Monday.* Visitors must make appointments 1-7 days in advance. Group reservations and on-site reservations are not accepted.* Visitors can make online appointments through our official website or official social media platform account.* On the day of the visit, please enter the museum with Chinese ID cards. For other documents holders, please bring the copies of the original documents used at the time of reservation.* Visitors must enter the museum during their reserved time period to avoid crowding. If visitors miss their reserved time period, they will be refused. If visitors cannot make it on time, please apply for a cancellation in the reservation system before 15:00 on the day of the visit. Reservations cannot be cancelled after the reserved date, and the system will automatically record one’s account as “absent”. For anyone whose account contains three times of absence, the visitor will not be able to make new reservations within 90 days.* Staff-guided tours are cancelled temporarily. Visitors must be in an orderly manner throughout the visit.The NMC will take measures to ensure orderly and safe visits. Thanks for your support and cooperation.National Museum of China 1．When can visitors enter the NMC?A．At 11:00, Monday.B．At 10:30, Sunday.C．At 17:00, Thursday. D．At 16:30, Friday.2．What do we know about the NMC reservation?A．It should be made on site.B．It can be made in groups.C．It must be made a week ahead.D．It can be made through official website.3．What if a visitor misses the reserved time period?A．He should reserve in three months.B．He must reserve again before 15:00.C．He will be refused to enter the museum.D．His account can be recorded as “absent”.Two years ago, Holmes participated in Back to School Bash. He was holding down two jobs at the time — one with the city’s public works department, the other as a barber. Saturday was his busiest hair-cutting day, but he chose to donate his time and give free haircuts to unfortunate kids so they’d look neat on that first day of classes. But then he had a light bulb moment: “The kids should earn their free haircut by having to read a book to me,” Holmes said.The idea was so popular that he continued it the first Tuesday of every month for the next two years. Boys from five to ten years old would grab a favorite book, settle into the barber chair, and read aloud while Holmes was doing their hair. If they were puzzled over a word, Holmes was there to help. After the haircut, they’d review he book, from the characters and vocabulary to the themes — just like in school, only more fun. Holmes, who is married and has two sons, ages three and four, recognizes that not every parent has the time to read with their kids.Holmes admits he, too, benefits from the process. “There was this seven-year-old who struggled through his book, stuttering over words even though he didn’t have a stutter (口吃),” said Holmes. He had the boy take the book home and practice. When the child came back a few days later, “He read it with no problems. That inspires me.”Holmes and his family have recently moved to a Chicago suburb. When they get settled, he plans to take up his role as the Story-book Barber. “The way the world is today with guns and violence,” he says, “it’s a safe heaven for the kids, to come to the barbershop and read books.”4．What do we know about Holmes two years ago?A．He had only one job.B．He earned a lot as a barber.C．He offered free haircuts to the poor kids.D．He was the organizer of Back to School Bash.5．The example in Paragrap3 mainly proves that _______.A．Holmes is very strict with the kidsB．Holmes also learns a lot from the kidsC．being a fluent reader needs plenty of practiceD．many kids have trouble in reading a storybook6．What can we learn from the last Paragraph?A．Holmes is dissatisfied with the world today.B．Holmes’ barbershop will have some changes.C．Holmes’ barbershop has won great popularity.D．Holmes will continue to be a storybook barber.7．What is the best title for the text?A．The Storybook BarberB．Back to School BashC．Reading Counts A LotD．Care About the KidsAny schoolchild knows that a whale breathes through its blowhole. Fewer know that a blowhole is a nostril (鼻孔) slightly changed by evolution into a form more useful for a mammal that spends its life at sea. And only a dedicated expert would know that while toothed whales, such as sperm whales, have one hole, baleen (鲸须) whales, such as humpback and Rice whales, have two.Even among the baleen whales, the placing of those nostrils differs. In some species they are close together. In others, they are much further apart. In a paper published in Biology Letters Conor Ryan, a marine biologist at the Scottish Association for Marine Science, suggests why that might be. Having two nostrils, he argues, helps whales smell in stereo (立体空间).Many types of baleen whales eat tiny animals known as zooplankton (浮游动物), whichthey catch by filtering (过滤) them from seawater using the sheets of fibrous baleen that have replaced teeth in their mouths. But to eat something you first have to find it. Toothed whales do not hunt by scent. In fact, the olfactory bulb—the part of the brain that processes smell—is absent in such creatures. But baleen whales still have olfactory bulbs, which suggests smell remains important. And scent can indeed give zooplankton away. Zooplankton like to eat other tiny creatures called phytoplankton (浮游植物). When these are under attack, they release a special gas called dimethyl sulphide, which in turn attracts baleen whales.Most animals have stereoscopic senses. Having two eyes, for instance, allows an animal to compare the images from each in order to perceive depth. Having two ears lets them locate the direction from which a sound is coming. Dr Ryan theorized that paired blowholes might bring baleen whales the same sorts of benefits.The farther apart the sensory organs are, the more information can be extracted by the animal that bears them. The researchers used drones to photograph the nostrils of 143 whales belonging to 14 different species. Sure enough, baleen whales that often eat zooplankton, such as the North Atlantic right whale, have nostrils that are farther apart than do those, such as humpback whales, that eat zooplankton occasionally. Besides allowing them to breathe, it seems that some whales use their blowholes to determine in which direction dinner lies.8．What do we know about whales’ nostrils according to the first two paragraphs?A．They are adapted ones.B．They are developed merely for smell.C．They are not easy to detect.D．They are fixed universally in numbers. 9．What plays a role when baleen whales hunt zooplankton?A．The teeth that baleen whales have.B．The smell that phytoplankton send.C．The sound waves that zooplankton create.D．The chemical signals that zooplankton give off.10．How is the concept of stereoscopic senses explained in paragraph 4?A．By quoting a theory.B．By using examples.C．By making contrast.D．By making inferences.11．What is the position of nostrils related to according to the last paragraph?A．The sense of smell.B．The possibility to attract food.C．The ability to locate food.D．The ability to communicate.In a world where everyone has their own opinions on just about everything, it’s common for people to be critical of each other’s mistakes and imperfections without noticing their own. Some individuals mistakenly think it’s their responsibility to make you into a better person. They do this by first pointing out your shortcomings directly and then providing advice on how you can improve.So what is the possible solution to criticism? If you are the one forcing others to feel ashamed of themselves, please stop. Make a conscious decision rather than highlight the negative aspect of a person’s performance or attitudes. You are more likely to offer helpful suggestions from the beginning. If you are on the receiving end of criticism, the “OK” response is a perfect solution. When someone comments negatively on a task you are doing or a personality issue of yours, a natural response is to defend and attack. However, this approach is rarely effective as it puts both parties on the defensive. Instead, simply reply with “OK”. This brief one-word response acknowledges the other person’s comment without agreeing with it or feeling necessary to engage in a debate about it.It’s crucial to stay connected to what the other person is talking about, and listen without getting upset, to be an objective observer. In fact, there is much that one can learn from a negative review. You can ask yourself: Did I make a mistake? Could I have done better? Did I give 100% of myself to the task at hand? If so, how can I improve myself? As for chronic criticizers: It is important to set strict boundary with them. Remove yourself from their presence when necessary.In any case, one can learn to be “OK” with criticism and not allow it to negatively impact your life or relationship with the other party.12．What might the author think of people who like to judge others?A．Self-centered.B．Responsible.C．Talkative.D．Warm-hearted. 13．What does a person mean by saying “OK” according to Paragraph 3?A．He thinks the advice is helpful.B．He completely agrees with the comments.C．He wants to avoid unnecessary arguments.D．He defends himself with the response. 14．What is the recommended action for dealing with chronic criticizers?A．Embrace their views.B．Criticize them in return.C．Avoid interaction if needed.D．Engage with them regularly.15．What is the most suitable title for the text?A．The Art of Giving Criticism B．Mastering Self-Defense against Criticism C．Dealing with Personal Relationships Flexibly D．The Path to Self-Improvement through CriticismLessons that are Learned from the OlympicsThe Olympic Games are enjoyed by everyone. Here are some tips about how to bring the deeper meaning of the Olympics into your life.◆Excellence comes with hard work and practice.Learning about the training schedules of Olympic athletes reminds us that success doesn’t come easily. Repetition is the servant (仆人) of success. Set long-term goals as well as realistic ones. 16 And remember the most important competitor you have is actually you.◆ 17There are hundreds of events at the Olympics, each standing for a specific activity that athletes have chosen to follow. You can recognize the creativity and excitement and form strong feelings about it, which will help you to achieve your dreams.◆Expect to fail sometimes.Every athlete who has made it into Olympic competition has suffered injury and disappointment along the way, but that has not been the end of their dream. 18 You can treat your setbacks (挫折) as a teaching tool.◆Enjoy your success.Observe the Olympic athletes when they stand on the winners’ platform with their medals, listening to their national anthems (国歌). Their pride is obvious. Enjoy the feelings of power that come from your achievement. 19◆Enjoy other cultures.With its symbol of the five-ring Olympic flag, the Olympics celebrate the unity of the games while honoring individual nationality. 20A．You deserve it.B．Have confidence in yourselves.C．Work hard for your personal best.D．Find your strong feelings and develop it.E．Enough practice will make you successful.F．Athletes show respect to those from other countries.G．They know that they can learn more from failure than success.二、完形填空When my sister Diane began playing the violin, she was seven. How did she sound? Terrible. But she didn’t 21 . At twelve, she asked our parents if she could 22 a full-time music school. They said no. Actually, everyone agreed that my sister lacked talent.I was better at my 23 . My teacher had told my parents that I had great potential. So my parents found the best piano teacher in the area to 24 me. But the only time he was available was Saturday afternoons at 3 pm. Back then, I was 25 by the British TV show The Avengers, which was 26 every Saturday at 3 pm. I let nothing take up my The Avengers hour. So I 27 this amazing opportunity. Today,I don’t even have a 28 in my house.My sister became an engineer, but she 29 stopped making music. When she was in her 40s, she changed her career. She went back to college, got a 30 in music education, and became a music teacher. She starts kids out on their first instrument and gives them all the encouragement and support she never 31 .Recently, she and a pianist pal put on a recital. A big crowd of friends and family 32 for her. As she played, I looked around at the 33 . Everyone was obviously enjoying the music. It occurred to me that I was the only person who remembered that 7-year-old kid making those perfectly 34 sounds and knew how far she had come, despite 35 .Talent is important. But enthusiasm (热情) is even more important.21．A．admit B．advance C．quit D．improve 22．A．attend B．join C．leave D．visit 23．A．major B．project C．composition D．instrument 24．A．examine B．train C．correct D．challenge25．A．surprised B．serious C．fascinated D．particular 26．A．aired B．filmed C．designed D．commented 27．A．jumped at B．opened up C．waited for D．turned down 28．A．tutor B．musician C．piano D．violin 29．A．already B．even C．never D．once 30．A．degree B．chance C．scholarship D．praise 31．A．expected B．provided C．imagined D．received 32．A．paid off B．showed off C．stayed up D．turned up 33．A．audience B．students C．spotlights D．platform 34．A．sweet B．bad C．powerful D．pleasing 35．A．everybody B．everything C．something D．somebody三、单词拼写36．The course on cultural d was designed to broaden students’ understanding of different societies. (根据首字母单词拼写)37．The customer’s c for a refund was denied due to the store’s policy on used items. (根据首字母单词拼写)38．In the pursuit of knowledge, scientists s truth through experimentation and analysis, striving to uncover the principles that govern the natural world. (根据首字母单词拼写) 39．The hospital’s dedicated (全体职员) worked tirelessly throughout the night to ensure that all patients received the necessary care and attention. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 40．Despite the early hour, the students (精力充沛地) read aloud the textbook and other materials every morning. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)41．The artist used a series of vibrant colors to (给书或文章加插图) the depth and complexity of the emotions experienced by the characters in the novel. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 42．The company’s f work hours policy has significantly improved employee satisfaction and productivity.(根据首字母单词拼写)43．Striving for success without hard work is like trying to h where you haven’t planted. （根据首字母单词拼写）44．The dense fog (笼罩) the city, creating an atmosphere that made the streets seem mysterious and almost deserted. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)45．(诚然), the process of learning a new language can be challenging, but the rewards of communication and understanding are well worth the effort. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)四、语法填空语法填空A CCTV journalist succeeded in arousing a heated discussion among citizens. The discussion was about 46 (ask) people if they were happy. There are a 47 (vary) of responses to the question, even some quite funny ones included. Although people played jokes on the answers, it did not take long 48 they begin to figure out the true meanings of happiness.It is certain that people’s views on happiness 49 (affect) greatly by their own life experiences. Unfortunately, too many people refer to being rich as happiness and there is no sign of 50 decrease in the number of those who are voluntarily at the mercy of wealth. Some people whose intention is 51 (make) big money appreciate being given any chance to multiply their income, believing that is 52 their happiness lies. Some are eager to inherit (继承) their parent’s property, especially those who are known 53 silver-spoon kids (富二代). Even worse, some would rather break the law to satisfy their financial desire or seek their fortune 54 (illegal).In my opinion, happiness is not about pursuing wealth merely but about admiring the beautiful things in life. Therefore, live 55 (you) life to the fullest and be happy.五、书信写作56．假定你是李华，上周末你们班在当地的助老中心参加了志愿者活动。

重庆八中高2024级高二（上）第二次月考英语试题命题：高二英语组打印校对：高二英语组审核：高二英语组第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)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。

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 woman want to do?A.Put up a sign at the bus stop.B.Take a bus to Jacksonville.C.Go to the11th Street.2.What does the woman probably suggest the man buy?A.A toy bear.B.A book.C.A telescope.3.What does the woman do?A.She is a librarian.B.She is a photographer.C.She is a saleswoman.4.What is the weather probably like now?A.Rainy.B.Cloudy.C.Sunny.5.Where is the conversation probably taking place?A.In a library.B.In a gym.C.In a parking lot.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。

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。

听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。

6.What did the man do a week ago?A.He handed in his research.B.He went to a club meeting.C.He began to write his essay.7.Why does the man recommend Simone?A.She is familiar with the art club.B.She will study in a foreign school.C.She may help the woman with her assignment.听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。

重庆市第八中学2023-2024年英语高二下学期入学考试英语试题学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解As we close out the final days of this year, treat yourself to a deliciously distracting new book —a book that you can dip into and out of throughout the holidays. Read up, rest up, and enjoy yourself.Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth and beyondA must-have guide for yoga-loving mamas, Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond offers helpful relaxation techniques and breathing exercises that are tailored to each pregnant woman. The book also lays out valuable techniques for labor and staying in touch with your body as it continuously changes.Mindfulness Activities for KidsWe could all use a little more peace in our lives. Uniquely suited for children and parents to do together, the 40 mindfulness exercises recommended here —from pausing to fully enjoy a tasty sandwich to taking chalk walk together—will not only teach children calm and gratitude, but also bring grown-ups and their littles closer together.Before She DisappearedFrankie Elkin is a recovering alcoholic who devotes her time to solving cold cases, especially those involving people of color. A new investigation brings her to Boston, searching for a Haitian teenager who disappeared months ago. But as Frankie starts asking questions, someone else will stop at nothing to keep the answers hidden.Oak FlatLauren Redniss’ Oak Flat tells the story of the land near the San Carlos Apache Reservation through an Apache family fighting to protect the land which the U. S. government and two world-power mining enterprises are attempting to seize and destroy for its copper resources. Visually striking and deeply reported, Oak Flat tells a larger story of endless westward expansion and native resistance.1．Which book can help to improve family relations?A．Oak Flat.B．Before She Disappeared.C．Mindfulness Activities for Kids.D．Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond.2．What do we know about the book Oak Flat?A．It’s a brief account of mining enterprises.B．It centers on an Apache family’s struggle.C．It sings high praise of the US government.D．It supports westward expansion and native resistance.3．Who are the target readers of the four books?A．Teenagers.B．Men.C．Kids.D．Grown-ups.When John Todd was a child, he loved to explore the woods around his house, observing how nature solved problems. A dirty stream, for example, often became clear after flowing through plants and along rocks where tiny creatures lived. When he got older, John started to wonder if this process could be used to clean up the messes people were making.After studying agriculture, medicine, and fisheries in college, John went back to observing nature and asking questions. Why can certain plants trap harmful bacteria (细菌)? Which kinds of fish can eat cancer-causing chemicals? With the right combination of animals and plants, he figured, maybe he could clean up waste the way nature did. He decided to build what he would later call an eco-machine.The task John set for himself was to remove harmful substances from some sludge (污泥). First, he constructed a series of clear fiberglass tanks connected to each other. Then he went around to local ponds and streams and brought back some plants and animals. He placed them in the tanks and waited. Little by little, these different kinds of life got used to one another and formed their own ecosystem. After a few weeks, John added the sludge.He was amazed at the results. The plants and animals in the eco-machine took the sludge as food and began to eat it! Within weeks, it had all been digested, and all that was left was pure water.Over the years, John has taken on many big jobs. He developed a greenhouse — like facility that treated sewage (污水) from 1,600 homes in South Burlington. He also designed an eco-machine to clean canal water in Fuzhou, a city in southeast China.“Ecological design” is the name John gives to what he does. “Life on Earth is kind of a box of spare parts for the inventor,” he says. “You put organisms in new relationships andobserve what’s happening. Then you let these new systems develop their own ways to self-repair.”4．What can we learn about John from the first two paragraphs?A．He was fond of traveling.B．He enjoyed being alone.C．He had an inquiring mind.D．He longed to be a doctor.5．Why did John put the sludge into the tanks?A．To feed the animals.B．To build an ecosystem.C．To protect the plants.D．To test the eco-machine.6．What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Fuzhou?A．To review John’s research plans.B．To show an application of John’s idea.C．To compare John’s different jobs.D．To erase doubts about John’s invention. 7．What is the basis for John’s work?A．Nature can repair itself.B．Organisms need water to survive.C．Life on Earth is diverse.D．Most tiny creatures live in groups.The next time San Francisco residents stop a taxi, they may step into a car with no one behind the wheel. Driverless taxis are now allowed to come on the city’s streets. On June 2, 2022, Cruise, a division of General Motors (GM), was approved to charge for rides in its self-driving cars, becoming the first company allowed to operate commercial driverless cars in a major US city.Though Cruise is regarding it as a big win, its self-driving cars aren’t totally free to run on the streets of San Francisco as they please. Cruise vehicles will be limited to transporting passengers in less crowded areas of the city between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. The speed limit is 30 mph. They are also not allowed to operate in heavy rain or fog. The rules are meant to reduce any injuries or accidents.Cruise plans to launch the service gradually with a team of just 30 cars. The first robotaxis will be improved versions of GM’s Chevrolet Bolt. However, the company is seeking approval to get its custom-built Cruise Origin on public roads. The driverless electric vehicle has no wheels or pedals (踏板) and can attain highway speeds. The car consists mostly of a siting space, where passengers can face each other.Cruise’s ability to obtain the commercial permit to operate is a big step forward. However, the company still has to convince passengers that its technology is safe. Manyremain concerned about safety. A 2021 survey by the American Automobile Association found that 74 percent of Americans are afraid to ride in a self-driving vehicle.It remains to be seen how the new driverless taxi experiment will play out in San Francisco. But based on the vast number of companies that are racing to develop self-driving vehicles and the tens of thousands of people on waitlists for robotaxi rides, the Cruise pioneering program is at least set for popularity, if not success.8．What can we learn about the Cruise’s driverless ride services?A．The services have turned out to be a great success.B．The services receive great support from the public.C．The services have run in some major cities of the USA．D．The services are limited to some regions of San Francisco.9．What does the author describe in detail in paragraph 3?A．The feature of Cruise Origin.B．The future of self-driving cars.C．The original plan of the company.D．The new version of Chevrolet Bolt.10．What is the attitude of most Americans towards the self-driving taxis?A．Doubtful.B．Opposed.C．Favourable.D．Unconcerned.11．What can be the best title of the text?A．Cruise Offers Free Self-driving Ride ServicesB．Self-driving Cars Are Coming to San FranciscoC．Self-driving Vehicles Are Popular in Major CitiesD．Companies Begin to Charge for Rides in Self-driving CarsFirst impressions can set a lasting tone, but there is often something doubtful. Psychologists have documented a phenomenon known as the liking gap, by which two people meeting for the first time routinely underestimate how much their counterparts (对应方) like them. A new study finds that the liking gap occurs in group settings too and hinders how well groups function.In one experiment, the researchers divided 159 participants into groups of three and asked them to have a conversation. They then surveyed the participants individually abouthow much they liked each of their partners, how much they thought each partner liked them, and how much they thought their partners liked each other. On average, people liked their partners more than they believed their partners liked them, and thought themselves to be the least liked in the group.In a subsequent experiment, the researchers asked similar questions of engineering students who had worked together in design competitions for varying lengths of time. Here, too, people tended to underestimate the degree to which they were liked, regardless of how long they had known their teammates — and their dim views of their own likability reduced their willingness to ask others for help, give honest feedback, and work together in the future.A final experiment involving a broad sample of workers showed that the misperceptions (误解) were strongest among teammates and that they decreased team effectiveness and job satisfaction. It also found a possible explanation for the liking gap: People tend to focus on positive thoughts when reflecting on how much they like someone else (“I’m happy that she got a promotion”) but fall victim to more negative ones when considering how others view them (“I got a promotion, so she might be green with envy”).Managers should think carefully not just about how teammates regard one another but about how team members think they themselves are regarded, the researchers say; correcting misperceptions could boost team satisfaction and performance. “If only people knew how positively their teammates actually felt about them, they might communicate better, feel more included on their teams, and be happier overall with their jobs,” they write.12．What does the liking gap refer to?A．Misjudging others’ opinions on us.B．Approval among different age groups.C．A type of common social anxiety disorder.D．Preventing others’ evaluations of us.13．What did the experiment in paragraph 2 reveal?A．People were shy to give honest comments.B．People tended to think little of their partners.C．People were quite demanding towards others.D．People were not very confident about themselves.14．What do the researchers suggest managers stress?A．Employees’ viewpoints on themselves.B．The relationship between team members.C．Employee performance and job satisfaction.D．Communication between leaders and members.15．What can be the best title of the text?A．How Much Counterparts Like UsB．Why First Impressions Can Last LongC．What Perceptions Teammates CorrectD．How the “Liking Gap” Affects Group WorkIf you’ve been on the job hunt in the past few years, you’ve probably had to do at least one phone interview. Phone interview s are becoming increasingly popular as the method employers use to select the candidates they want to speak to in person. 16 .17 On the one hand, the interviewer can’t see you, so you don’t have to worry about how to dress, how to sit, or even making eye contact. On the other hand, you can’t use any of those strategies to impress your interviewer; they form their opinion of you based only on what you say and how you sound.Luckily, this incredibly simple tip might be just what you need to gain an edge. 18 If you’re wondering how your smile could possibly affect the opinion of a person who can’t see it, you’d be surprised. 19 It makes you “sound happier, lighter, more accessible and much friendlier” according to career blogger Coach Joan. You’ll sound more energetic and interested right from the start, and the person on the other end of the line will immediately feel more at ease with you.Joan suggests standing by a mirror during the interview to make sure you’re smiling the entire time. Even if you feel it silly at first, you’ll quickly get used to it, and your smile will probably help ease your nerves, too! Plus, using a mirror during a phone interview is great practice for an in-person one, since you can’t exactly look in the mirror during one of those!20A．It comes down to a single word: smile.B．When you smile you wake up every cell in your body.C．The nature of phone interviews can be a mixed blessing.D．Usually phone interview s serve as the first step in a job hunt.E．Smiling actually has a major impact on the way your voice sounds.F．Hopefully, the super-simple trick offered here can make a huge difference.G．So the next time you land a phone interview, get ready to start smiling right from “Hello”.二、完形填空Ben was bothered every time he went through the kitchen. It was that little metal containcontents.Ben never saw Martha cook a dish without taking the container of the shelf and sprinkling (洒) 26 a little of the contents over the ingredients. Whatever was in that container, it surely 27 Anyone who ever ate at their house felt Martha was the best 28 in the world. Looking into that container became increasingly 29 for Ben, but he never allowed himself to do so.Then one day Martha became ill and was kept overnight in the hospital. Feeling lonely and bored in the house after returning home, Ben 30 the kitchen, and then the container on the shelf immediately came into view. It 31 his eyes like a magnet, and he quickly looked away, yet his curiosity brought him back again. He carefully took the container off the shelf, and opened it. Ben became 32 when what was inside came to I his sight. The container was empty, except for a little folded slip of paper at the bottom. He carefully picked it up and slowly 33 it under the kitchen light. Ben immediately 34 the handwriting as that of Martha’s mother. Very 35 it said: “Martha to everything you make, add a dash of love.”21．A．forbidden B．told C．inspired D．threatened 22．A．recipe B．menu C．herb D．tobacco 23．A．refilling B．restoring C．emptying D．decorating 24．A．pleased B．concerned C．puzzled D．relieved 25．A．valuable B．previous C．tasteless D．messy 26．A．yet B．even C．still D．just27．A．failed B．hurt C．worked D．changed 28．A．wife B．host C．housekeeper D．cook 29．A．delightful B．comforting C．annoying D．irresistible 30．A．broke into B．wandered into C．ran out of D．went back to 31．A．opened B．wetted C．blinded D．drew 32．A．satisfied B．calm C．astonished D．angry 33．A．wrapped B．unfolded C．tore D．wrinkled 34．A．recognized B．mentioned C．treated D．received 35．A．stupidly B．simply C．cautiously D．safely三、语法填空语法填空Weiqi, which originated before the Spring and Autumn Period (770BC-476BC), has a history of more than 4,000 years. The original chessboard is comprised 36 only 17 horizontal and vertical lines, forming 289 points. During the Jin Dynasty (265AD-420AD), 37 (differ) from the original system, it developed into 19 lines forming 361 points, 38 is still the standard nowadays.Weiqi reached 39 (it) peak in the Qing Dynasty. Numerous national champions and masters emerged, made contributions to the development of Weiqi, 40 left behind many good chess manuals. In the 1950s, a 41 (profession) Weiqi system was established. Victory in Weiqi depends on the size of the encircled area and the number of pieces 42 (take). The winner is the one who has the largest enclosure and takes the most number of pieces. At the beginning of the game, there is a large area on the chessboard, so it is easy 43 (occupy) and encircle the important positions. As the area is reduced, the player has to carefully assess which positions will decide the outcome.Today Weiqi is even 44 (popular) in China than anywhere else in the world. It 45 (estimate) that nearly five percent of the population regularly play Weiqi.四、书信写作46．假如你是中学生李华，你班同学王林在英语角跟你聊天时表示希望进一步提高自己的英语交际能力。

重庆市第八中学2020—2021学年高二英语上学期第一次月考试题（含解析)（试题满分:150 分考试时间：120 分钟)第一部分听力（共两节，满分 30 分)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。

Where is Dr. Smith now？A。

In Mexico。

B. In California。

C。

In New York.2. What did the woman enjoy most on her holiday？A. Some museums。

B. The water park.C. The historical center.3。

Why didn’t the man sleep well？A。

He stayed up late watching TV.B。

He studied the whole night.C。

He worried about the exam。

4. What does the man want to do?A。

Hold a party. B。

Do the gardening。

C. Go out with friends。

5。

What is the relationship between the speakers？A. Teacher and student。

B。

Roommates。

C。

A couple。

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 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置.听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后,各小题给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。

重庆八中2023——2024学年度（下）高二年级第二次月考英语试题第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）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. What did the dog do yesterday?A. She lost a toy.B. She dug a hole.C. She hid under the fence.2. What is the possible relationship between the speakers?A. Colleagues.B. Teacher and student.C. Interviewer and interviewee.3. What does the woman intend to do?A. Form a club.B. Count her steps.C. Sign up for yoga classes.4 Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a taxi.B. At a bus stop.C. At a subway station.5. What is the man’s suggestion to the woman?A. Focus on her work.B. Have healthy food.C. Ask for sick leave.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。

听完每段对话或独白前后，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。

2023_2024学年重庆市高二上册11月期中英语模拟测试卷第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题：每小题1.5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。

AThe Maldives guarantees the whitest sand beaches and an unforgettable underwater world. Here are places that you can visit here.Patina Maldives, Fari IslandsThe Fari Islands sit in the northeast of the North Male Atoll, a 45-minute speed boat ride or a 15-minute seaplane flight from Elana International Airport.Unlike most of the other places on this list, Patina recently opened so you can check in right now if you’re in need of an urgent escape.Avani+ Fares Maldives ResortJust a 30-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport, the Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort sits on an island surrounded by a lagoon in the west of the resort.Unique and remarkable biodiversity can be found in its coral reefs, sea grass beds and mangroves. Watch out for hawksbill turtles, rays and friendly reef sharks.Villa HavenIf you’re a deep-sea diver, this place will provide a luxurious base as you explore the resort’s many experiences.Their botanical gardens produce coconuts, tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs that will all be served up in Villa Haven’s restaurants, while sustainable local materials are also being used in the construction of the resort.Conrad Maldives RangaliThe twin-island property boasts some firsts including the world’s first ever undersea restaurant and first underwater bedroom.To mark the resort’s anniversary, 50 over-water villas have been revitalized, as have three restaurants and bars. Brand new additions include an adults-only gym, Majaa Explorers Hub andrestaurants and the Furaavaru Teens Club.1．If you are interested in sea animals like turtles, which place can you visit?A．Villa Haven.B．Conrad Maldives Rangali.C．Patina Maldives, Fari Islands.D．Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.2．What can you do in Villa Haven?A．Have dinner in the undersea restaurant.B．Admire the botanical gardens.C．Go on a speed boat tour.D．Work out in the gym.3．What can we know from the passage?A．Both snorkeling and scuba diving are available in Villa Haven.B．The Fari Islands are a 15-minute seaplane flight from the mainland.C．Conrad Maldives Rangali is equipped with the undersea restaurant.D．Sustainable materials are used in the building of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.BLast year, Abraham Olagbegi got the news that he got a disease and needed a bone marrow transplant (骨髓移植). About a year later, the 13-year-old boy got much better news: His transplant was successful, and he could join Make-A-Wish, an organization that helps fulfill (完成) wishes of children with serious illnesses.That was when Abraham shared an idea with his mom. “I remember when we were coming home after seeing his doctor, he said, ‘Mom, I thought about it, and I really want to feed the homeless,’ ” said Abraham’s mom, Miriam Olagbegi. “I said, ‘Are you sure, Abraham? You could do a lot... You’re sure you don’t want to play video games?’ ”However, Abraham was uninterested in the PlayStation. Instead, in September, Make-A-Wish helped Abraham organize a day to hand out free food in Jackson, Mississippi — the food and supplies were donated by local businesses. They were able to feed around 80 people that day.“When the homeless people get the plate, some of them would come back and sing to us and thank us,” he said. “And it just really feels good. It warms our hearts. My parents always taught us that it’s a blessing (好事) to be a blessing.”Abraham’s efforts are not over just yet — Make-A-Wish will help Abraham feed the homeless on the third Saturday of every month for a year. This will last through Aug. 2022, but Abraham already plans to keep it going much longer than that by starting the organization “Abraham’s Table”.“We’re just very excited to be able to continue on this attempt,” Abraham’s mom said. “If I wasout there on the streets, I would want somebody to think of me and to do something special for me. So, that’s what I try to teach my kids and we just try to pay it forward, by doing what we were raised to do.”4．Why did Abraham’s mom ask him the questions in paragraph 2?A．She noticed his hesitation.B．She was worried about his illness.C．She doubted whether he was serious.D．She hoped he could give up his old habit. 5．What do Abraham’s words in paragraph 4 show?A．He is happy to help others.B．He realized his mom was right.C．He is thankful for others’support.D．He felt sure he had fully recovered.6．What is Abraham’s plan?A．To volunteer for charities as usual.B．To start a restaurant for the homeless.C．To continue giving the homeless food.D．To find public support for “Abraham’s Table”.7．Which of the following can best describe Abraham’s mom?A．Fearless and humorous.B．Strong-willed and calm.C．Hard-working and independent.D．Understanding and responsible.CWhen I first heard about Summit Learning, I admitted I was not a bit happy and excited at all. I thought it would require interactions with others. But later, I was astonished when I got to experience it firsthand.Recently, we did a poetry project, and one of the activities was a peer (同龄人) review. I would never have taken part if it was up to me, as I preferred to work independently. But when I got involved, I found in the experience, I had done something that I thought was nearly impossible it made my poetry better. My partner informed me of my mistakes and told me where I could give more detail.One of our final products of the project was to present our poetry to the class. I’ve always loved public speaking, but I thought with Summit Learning, I would have fewer chances to speak. I was wrong. The peer activities we did with a partner gave me more belief in my ability and inspired me to do more to make my presentation the best it could possibly be.Interactions like these are what Summit Learning is all about. This style of learning brings a positive and hard-working culture that allows us to push our boundaries and keep going. It creates a sense of community since we are all working towards a similar goal.As an active boy, I have always been ahead and advanced, but in a normal classroom, there are restrictions on what I can do. With Summit Learning, I can go beyond expectations in projects or move ahead in learning new content when I’m ready. I have ownership of my work and pursue my goals.Summit Learning has showed me how much people can grow and change. It has helped me see people and myself differently. It has been one of the greatest experiences of my life, and I cannot see myself going back to a normal classroom.8．What was the author’s initial response to Summit Learning?A．He was unwilling to attend it.B．He was excited to take part in it.C．He was astonished to hear about it.D．He was unhappy to withdraw from it. 9．How did the poetry project benefit the author?A．It boosted his confidence.B．It developed his sense of humor.C．It reminded him to be independent.D．It taught him how to organize activities. 10．What can be inferred about Summit Learning?A．It proves the limits of one’s abilities.B．It teaches poetry in a normal classroom.C．It transforms the traditional way of learning.D．It promotes diversity of classroomobjectives.11．How does the author find Summit Learning now?A．Demanding.B．Admirable.C．Upsetting.D．Conventional.DMouse embryos (胚胎) have been cultured (培养) on the International Space Station (ISS), marking a significant step in understanding reproduction in space. Led by Teruhiko Wakayama from the University of Yamanashi in Japan, this experiment studied the possible safety of human pregnancy (怀孕) during long space journeys, such as a trip to Mars that lasts more than six months. Wakayama emphasized the importance of this research, saying, “We are conducting research to ensure we will be able to safely have children if that time comes.”The experiment began on Earth, where early two-cell stage embryos from pregnant mice wereB．Pregnancy in Space: A Mouse Embryo StudyC．Mars Trip: Embryo ChallengesD．Mouse Embryos: Freezing Techniques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。

重庆市2024-2025学年高二英语11月月考试题一、听力1.听下面5段对话,每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What is the man going to do on Sunday?A. Visit his mother.B. Do somegardening. C. Move into a new house.2. What does the man think the building might be?A. An apartment building.B. Ahotel. C. A department store.3. Where does the conversation take place?A. In a store.B. In a classroom.C. In a bank.4. When will the next bus come?A. At 6:35.B. At6:45. C. At 7:00.5. When does the conversation probably take place?A. At 4:30 p.m.B. At 5:00p.m. C. At 5:30 p.m.听下面5段对话或独白,每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。

6. What’s the probabl e relationship between the speakers?A. Friends.B.Neighbors. C. Customer and waitress.7. How will Bill and Mary go home?A. By bus.B. Bytaxi. C. By subway.听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。

8. What does the woman want to buy?A. Desks.B.Chairs. C. Computers.9. What discount will the woman get?A. 15% off.B. 12%off. C. 10% off.听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。

重庆八中2024——2025学年度（上）高三年级第三次适应性训练英语试题答案一、听力1-5CBACA6-10BACAB11-15ACBBC16-20BABCC二、阅读21-23CBC24-27AADC28-31BBDC32-35CCBD三、七选五36-40DCBGE四、完形填空41-45BADCB46-50ACDBA51-55CCDBA五、语法填空56.an57.came58.Adapted59.adventurous 60.that/which61.to understand62.with63.enthusiastically64.himself65.essays六、应用文Dear Robert,I hope you’re doing well.I’m writing to express my sincere gratitude for your wonderful presentation during our“Sports and Fitness”class meeting.Your insights into the importance of regular exercise and maintaining a healthy lifestyle have been truly inspiring.Many of my classmates,including myself,have started making positive changes in our daily routines,incorporating more physical activities.It's amazing how a single talk can make such a big difference!Once again,thank you for your valuable sharing.I wish you all the best and look forward to your future engagements with our class.Yours,Li Hua七、读后续写Someone was drawing water,and my teacher placed my hand under the water outlet.I felt the cool water flowing over my fingers,and Miss Sue spelled“w-a-t-e-r”into my hand. Suddenly,I understood that this refreshing liquid had a name.It was exciting to realize that words could describe the world around me.I felt a spark of curiosity,wanting to learn moreabout everything I could touch and feel.As we returned to my home,every object I touched seemed to come alive with a name.The door,the walls,and even the floor felt different,as if they were waiting for me to discover their identities.I traced my fingers over everything,and it was thrilling to connect words with the things around me.In that moment,I knew my adventure was just beginning,and with each new word I learned,I was opening doors to a whole new world.答案详解A篇本文是一篇关于自行车出租的应用文。

重庆市2023-2024普通高中学业水平选择性考试11月调研测试卷英语英语测试卷共8页，满分150分。

考试时间120分钟。

注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。

2.作答时，务必将答案写在答题卡上。

写在本试卷及草稿纸上无效。

3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)做题时，请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。

例:How much is the shirt?A.£19.15.B.£9.18.C.£9.15.答案是C。

1.What will the woman do next?A.Walk to the station.B.Water her plants.C.Find her ticket.2.Where are the speakers?A.In a restaurant.B.In the street.C.At a bus stop.3.What did the man's parents do recently?A.Took a trip.B.Checked the mailbox.C.Celebrated their anniversary.4.When will the woman start her day?A.At6:15a.m..B.At6:45a.m..C.At7:00a.m..5.What are the speakers talking about?A.Why Dora got home late.B.Where there were traffic jams.C.When the road repairs will be finished.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。