高一下期中考试英语试题含答案

宜昌市部分省级示范高中2024年春季学期期中考试高一年级英语试卷（答案在最后）命题学校：考试时间：120分钟满分：150分第一部分：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 would the man like to order?A.Some coffeeB.Some apple juice.C.A cup of tea.2.Which program does the man like best?A.SportsB.History.C.News.3.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A.Salesgirl and customer.B.Wife and husband.C.Passenger and driver.4.Where does the conversation probably take place?A.In a ticket officeB.In a bankC.In a department store5.When did the fire probably break out?A.At about7.B.At about8.C.At about9.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。

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

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6.What does the man’s friend want to drink?A.Orange juice.k with sugar.C.Coffee with milk.7.How much should the man pay?A.10yuan.B.90yuan.C.100yuan.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

杭州2023学年第二学期高一年级期中考英语试卷（答案在最后）本试卷分为第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，共150分，考试时间120分钟。

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纸上。

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。

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.Who graduated from Nanjing Normal University?A.Nancy’s mother.B.The woman.C.The man.2.Why did the accident happen?A.The traffic signal stopped working.B.One of the drivers drove after drinking.C.The drivers didn’t keep to the speed limit.3.What is the man’s opinion about his Arabic class?A.His Arabic teacher is difficult to deal with.B.He needs time to digest the new knowledge.C.Arabic grammar is beyond his comprehension.4.What will Jack do first?A.Get some ingredients（食材）.B.Cook a meal.C.Walk the dog.5.What are the speakers mainly talking about?A.Clothes.B.A plant.C.A season.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。

上海中学2023学年第二学期期中考试英语试题高一______班学号______ 姓名______ 成绩______Ⅰ．Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and a question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1．A．15 dollars. B．20 dollars. C．25 dollars. D．45 dollars.2．A．To the gallery. B．To the dentist’s.C．To her flat. D．To the garage.3．A．She was fired by the company. B．She broke the law.C．She is on leave right now. D．She is replacing the company’s website.4．A．Patient and doctor. B．Resident and government official.C．Customer and insurance agent. D．Boss and secretary.5．A．He was sitting opposite Mr. Johnson. B．He is planning a farewell party for Mr. Johnson.C．All the tasks that Mr. Johnson did failed. D．He is glad Mr. Johnson left the company.6．A．She prefers dogs to cats.B．She had a close relationship with the man’s daughter.C．She used to sorrow over her dog’s death.D．She is always in low spirits.7．A．The woman should get the chips herself. B．The woman shouldn’t eat chips.C．The woman used to have several heart attacks. D．The woman warned the man against heart attacks. 8．A．They plan to have the meeting in another place.B．The availability of the meeting room will be discussed.C．They have already had the meeting.D They will have the meeting sometime later.9．A．The car’s demand greatly exceeds supply.B．The woman has listed the car’s advantages.C．The woman received a car a month ago. D．The woman didn’t like the car.10．A．She won’t do the presentation.B．She needs to collect a lot of data for the presentation.C．She is still at an early stage of preparation for the presentation.D．The topic is most important for the presentation.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and a longer conversation, and you will be asked some questions on the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but thequestions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you’ve heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11．A．The type of food you freeze. B．The way you warm up the frozen food.C．Whether the freezer bags are sealed. D．What temperature you set your freezer to. 12．A．Because they can be easily stocked.B．Because they fit well in the fridge.C．Because they come in different sizes and shapes. D．Because they help to keep the dry food dry 13．A．Prevent people from eating too much food.B．Stop people from removing food that hasn’t gone bad.C．Make people become cautious about eating unhealthy food.D．Make people become ambitious in making use of leftover food.Questions 14 through 17 are based on the following passage.14．A．Postpone retirement age. B．Involve more women in work.C．Hire more foreign workers. D．Attract workers with high salaries.15．A．Relieve pressure on human nursing care.B．Take care of children and the elderly.C．Finally replace humans in workforce. D．Give humans more time to r creative work. 16．A．Robots can’t do certain work. B．Some people don’t accept robots.C．The expenses for robots are still high. D．The functions of robots need improving.17．A．Japan struggles to fight workforce shortage.B．Japanese attitudes towards robots change a lot.C．Robots have played a major role in Japan’s industry.D．Robots can help in Japanese workforce shortage.Questions 18 through 20 are based on the following conversation.18．A．The cruise liner will provide all sorts of food and entertainment.B．Only half of the cabins will be filled up.C．The prices of unsold tickets will be reduced.D．Everyone will be able to afford the ticket.19．A．Book tickets as soon as they are available. B．Closely watch the changes of ticket prices C．Compare deals from different sources. D．Keep in contact with a travel age n you can trust. 20．A．Because cruise tours are only suitable for people who have much free time.B．Because he can work part-time to earn money to pay for the tour.C．Because doing price research and comparing takes time.D．Because he can sail shortly after buying the cheap ticket.Ⅱ．Grammar and VocabularySection A Multiple Choice21．No man is useless in this world ______ lightens the burden of someone else.A．which B．that C．who D．as22．______ be considered for the role of team leader in our upcoming project?A．Who do you suggest that should B．Who do you suggestC．Whom do you suggest should D．Do you suggest who should23．I’m now applying to graduate school, ______ means someday I’ll return to a profession ______people need to be nice to me in order to get what they want.A．which, as B．which, which C．which, where D．as, in which24．The reason ______ she gave for her resignation was ______ she wanted to pursue her passion for travel and exploration.A．that, that B．why, that C．why, because D．/, because25．It might be years ______ we ______ the creation of artificial intelligence systems capable of true human-like cognition.A．since, made possible B．before, make possibleC．since, made possible that D．before, make it possible26．The budget for the project ended up being twice ______, causing unexpected financial strain on the company. A．how it intended to B．that it had intended toC．as it intended to D．what it was intended to27．It was ______ she took her first step onto foreign soil ______ signaled the beginning of a journey filled with unknown adventures and unforgettable experiences.A．the moment, that B．the moment, whenC．the moment when, that D．the moment when, which28．The complexities of the English language are ______ even native speakers cannot always communicate effectively, ______ almost every American learns on his first day in Britain.A．so that, as B．such that, as C．so that, with D．such that, in that29．His confidence and strong will clearly show that he is no longer ______ he used to be the first time ______ he undertook such a demanding task.A．who, when B．who, / C．what, / D．what, that30．It was not so much her talent ______ her perseverance and determination ______ motivated her to the top of her field.A but. that B．as, that C．nor, which D．like, which31．______ the children tracked mud all over them again.A．No sooner did he sweep the floors clean than B．Hardly had he sweep the floors clean whenC．Barely he had swept the floors clean than D．Scarcely had he swept the floors clean when32．Although the suspect insisted ______ alone during the time of the crime, the court still demanded ______ evidence to support his alibi.A．being at home, he should provide B．he be at home, he providedC．he was at home, be provide D．he was at home, he providing33．Visitors are permitted to take photographs for personal use only, ______ stated otherwise by the museum staff. A．though B．if C．as D．unless34．The recipe book features helpful ______, making it easier for learners to visualize the cooking process.A．explanation B．demonstrations C．illustrations D．presentations35．The heroic idea that ______ qualities such as excellence, generosity courage, loyalty and dignity is highly valued and modeled.A．embraces B．identifies C．examines D．criticizes36．______ by the work pressure, he has been experiencing serious physical symptoms of stress and had to turn to a therapist for help.A．Overwhelmed B．Disappointed C．Frustrated D．Shocked37．After witnessing her tireless dedication to practice every day, the parents were ______ her enthusiasm for playing the piano.A．concerned with B．committed to C．informed of D convinced of38．When we ______ the data further, we can identify specific trends and patterns that may not be evident at first glance.A．break up B．break out C．break through D．break down39．The temptation for a declining church to ______ old privileges is strong.A．hang on to B．settle for C．pass up D．sign for40．After signing the contract, every employee is ______ fulfill their duties and conform to the rules made by the company.A．reluctant to B．obliged to C．motivated to D．honored to41．Due to the long-term environmental and financial benefits, renewable energy technologies are ______ A．worthwhile to develop B．worth being developedC．worthy to be developed D．worthy of developingSection B VocabularyDirections: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.Stressed out? Get chewing: can a wellness rebrand make Americans buy gum again?When was the last time you saw someone chewing gum? 1998, maybe? 2007? Chances are, it probably wasn’t recently. Like high heels and affordable housing, chewing gum appears to be going 42Gum’s popularity has been fading globally thanks to increased competition from products like breath mints and mobile phones distracting us from impulse purchases while shopping. The pandemic, moreover, 43 ·accelerated gum’s decline.Even after people 44 from lockdown, sales didn’t recover. Gum sales worldwide in 2023 were 10% below 2018 figures. In the US, the drop has been particularly pronounced: last year 1.2 billion units of gum were sold in the US, 32% fewer than in 2018.However, chewing gum, in various forms, is one of the oldest habits there is. Stone age teenagers were chewing birch bar k tar possibly for pleasure, medicinal purposes, or to use it as a glue. Gum has also been loaded with culturalmeaning and the subject of various 45 panics. Some people believe it is a marker of the bad kids or a habit of the lower class.Despite a certain amount of social stigma（污名）attached to gum, it has - until relatively recently -been a wildly successful product. That’s thanks to William Wrigley Jr, who was a marketing and advertising genius. Wrigley always 46 to find a way to make gum relevant and insert it into consumer culture. For example, Wrigley advertised the idea that chewing gum was a health aid that would help digestion and would relieve stress.This year the Wrigley brand’s owner —Mars—came out with an ad campaign it hopes will revive gum’s 47 by positioning it as an almost instant stress reliever. Linking gum with wellness worked in the 1910s, but is it going to work now? Alex Hayes at the food consultancy is 48 optimistic. “The global well ness market is estimated to be worth more than $1.5 trillion, so it’s no surprise that Mars wants a piece of the pie,” Hayes says. “We’ve seen the success of categories such as tea promoting their products via functional 49 and messaging-teas for good sleep, mental clarity, stress relief, etc. So it comes as no surprise that Mars is risking the same 50 .” But he also notes, customers are increasingly worried about processed foods and are eager to move away from artificial 51 . There’s still ongoing discussion on just how effective repositioning chewable plastic as a health supplement is going to be. Ⅲ．Reading ComprehensionSection A ClozeDirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.It’s safe to say Jeremy Scott is having a lucky year. In March while working as a chauffeur, he told his boss about his plans to set up a driving business. By the end of the journey, Scott’s boss had offered to 52 his idea-a starting capital along with the gift of a £110,000 limousine（豪车）to kick start the business.Of course, there’s an element of luck to everyone’s career. Whether you’re a chief executive or an artist — your 53 won’t be based on hard work alone. For example, the place you were born 54 your education. It determines whether you learn to read, write or complete qualifications, which 55 limits your career choices.Many people believe success is down to talent and hard work, but “this is because most people underestimate the role of 56 ”, says psychologist Dr Elizabeth Nutt Williams. “We do a lot of work to prepare for ourcareers-education, training, taking advantage of mentoring-all of which tend to be in our control.” People don’t like to acknowledge the role of luck in their work, as it 57 this feeling of being in control, adds Williams.Everyone remembers working hard, so people are more likely to overestimate how much of their success is down to diligence than something much more 58 like luck.The reality of success （at least in terms of 59 ）is less clear cut. In the UK, studies show where you are born is likely to determine how much you earn.2017 research found that there is a “class pay gap’’, where professional employers from 60 backgrounds are paid almost £7,000 less a year — despite having the same role, education and experience as colleagues from more privileged families. 61 , black graduates earn up to 23% less per hour than white university leavers, whereas woman in the UK earn 14% less on average than men.Socio-economic status also plays a big role in the 62 you enter. A recent study by the Debrett’s Foundation found seven in every 10 young people aged 16-25 use 63 to get their first job. While research has shown that less able, richer children are 35% more likely to become high earners than their brighter. poorer peers.The truth is: chance and coincidences 64 our careers more than we like to think. Realizing that parts of your career are out of your control sounds 65 , but being grateful for the role of luck in your career can actually make you more fortunate.This is because when you acknowledge the role of luck in your work, you become prepared to take advantage of more fortunate moments. “Chance events occur·but it is all about the individual’s 66 to see those events as possibilities and their willingness to take a risk,” says Williams.52．A．challenge B．adopt C．finance D．reject53．A．performances B．accomplishments C．assessments D．outcomes54．A．accounts for B．applies to C．makes up for D．depends on55．A．in reward B．after all C．in turn D．by nature56．A．chance B．accident C．education D．diligence57．A．emphasizes B．overlooks C．maintains D．weakens58．A．manageable B．vital C．slippery D．minor59．A．reputation B．income C．education D．occupation60．A．wealthier B．poorer C．unique D．diverse61．A．Nevertheless B．Contrarily C．Consequently D．Similarly62．A．profession B．circle C．community D．university63．A．certificates B．online platforms C．career fairs D．family connections64．A．contribute to B．result from C．add to D．hold back65．A．inspiring B．encouraging C．appealing D．discouraging66．A．reluctance B．eagerness C．readiness D．resolutionSection B Passages（A）When you think about coffee alternatives, garlic is probably one of the last things that comes to mind, but that is exactly the ingredient that one Japanese inventor used to create a drink that looks and tastes like coffee.74-year-old Yokitomo Shimotai, a coffee shop owner in Aomori Prefecture, Japan, claims that his unique “garlic coffee” is the result of a cooking blunder he made over 30 years ago, when he burned a steak and garlic while waiting tables at the same time. Intrigued by the burnt garlic’s smell, he mashed it up with a spoon and mixed it with hot water. The resulting drink looked and tasted a lot like coffee. Making a mental note of his discovery, Yokimoto carried on with his job and only started researching garlic coffee again after he retired.Committed to turning his weird drink into a commercial product, Yokitomo Shimotai spent years optimizing the formula, and about five years ago, he finally achieved a result he was satisfied with. To make his dissolvable garlic grounds, he roasts the cloves（蒜瓣）in an electric oven, and after they’ve cooled off, smashes them into fine particles and pac ks them in dripbags.“My drink is probably the world’s first of its kind,” the garlic coffee inventor told Kyodo News. “It contains no caffeine so it’s good for those who would like to drink coffee at night or pregnant women.”“The bitterness of burned garl ic apparently helps create the coffee-like flavor,” Shimotai adds. He claims that, although his garlic coffee does give off an aroma of roasted garlic, it doesn’t cause bad breath, because the garlic isthoroughly cooked. And if you can get past the smell, the drink apparently does taste a lot like actual coffee. If decaf isn’t good enough for you, and you’re in the mood for something new, you can try Yokitomo Shimotai’s garlic coffee at his shop, in the city of Ninohc, lwate Prefecture, or buy your own dripbags for just 324 yen（$2.8）. 67．Which word is the closest in meaning to the underlined word “blunder” in the second paragraph?A mistake B．show C．mixture D．brand68．Who is NOT suitable to drink garlic coffee?A．A student having trouble with sleep B．A woman bearing a baby.C．A cleaner working on a day shift. D．A young lady sick of garlic.69．Which of the following is NOT characteristic of garlic coffee?A．It is caffeine-free. B．Garlic powder dissolves in waterC．The burnt garlic create s bitterness. D．It is an improvement on a garlic dish.70．Which of the following can be used to describe Yokitomo Shimotai?A．Venturous and greedy B．Innovative and perseverantC．Hardworking and cautious D．Observant and helpful（B）71．By “how they stacked up” in paragraph 1, the author probably means “how they ______.”A．make sense to manufacturers B．get stuck in storesC are compared with each other D．are piled up together72．Which of the following devices favourably reacts to users?A．Dreampad pillow B．Eight sleep trackerC．Smart Nora Wireless Snoring Solution D．Nightingale Smart Home Sleep System73．Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?A．The Eight keeps the entire bed at the same temperature.B．The Nightinga, is an economical but perfect device.C．Soft music is applied to all these four devices.D．One in three people suffer from sleep problem.（C）One way to divide up the world is between people who like to explore new possibilities and those who stick to the tried and true. In fact, the tension between betting on a sure thing and taking a chance that something unexpected and wonderful might happen troubles human and nonhuman animals alike.Take songbirds, for example. The half-dozen finches（雀）resting at my desk feeder all summer know exactly what they’ll find there: black sunflower seed, and lots of it. Meanwhile, the warblers（莺）exploring the woods nearby don’t depend on this predictable food source in fine weather. As food hunters, they enjoy less exposure to predators and, as a bonus, the chance to meet the perfect mate flying from tree to tree.This “explore-exploit” trade-off（权衡）has prompted scores of lab studies, computer simulations and algorithms （算法）, trying to determine which strategy brings in the greatest reward. Now a new study of human behavior in the real world, published last month in the journal Nature Communications, shows that in good times, there isn’t much of a difference between pursuing novelty and sticking to the status quo（原状）. When the going gets tough. however, explorers are the winners.The new study, led by Shay O’Farrell and James Sanchirico, both of the Univ ersity of California, Davis, along with Orr Spiegel of Tel Aviv University, examined the routes and results of nearly 2,500 commercial fishing trips in the Gulf of Mexico over a period of 2.5 years. The study focused on “bottom longline” fishing, a system where hundreds of lines are attached to a horizontal bar that is then lowered to reach the sea bed. Dr. O’Farrell explained the procedure this way: Go to a location and put the line down. Stay for a few hours. The lines are a mile long and have a buoy （浮标）at either end. When they pull that up, they assess the catch, and then decide if they will stay or move on to a different spot.Over two years of collecting data under various climate conditions, the researchers discovered that the fishermen were fairly c onsistent. “The exploiters would go to a smaller set of locations over and over, and go with what theyknow,” Dr. O’Farrell said. The explorers would constantly try a wider range; they’d sample new places.In the long run, there wasn’t a huge difference in payoffs between the two groups, perhaps due to the sharing information between fishing crews, said Dr. O’Farrell. But in challenging times, the study’s message was clear: “You can try new things in the face of uncertainty.”74．The author takes the songbird as an example to indicate that ______.A．like birds, humans tend to be satisfied with the predictableB．some birds are used to looking for food instead of being fedC．there exist the conservative and the adventurous like humansD．birds choose different ways to look for food in different weather75．According to the third paragraph, people who mastered “explore-exploit” trade-off ______.A．will choose either to pursue novelty or keep the status quoB．are ready to risk in time of difficultyC．will be tough in good times and bad timesD．will grow to be experts in lab studies76．Which can be inferred from the new study led by Shay O’Farrell and James Sanchirico?A．The two groups react to the unexpected differently.B．The “explore-exploit” trade-off helps scientific research a lot.C．The exploiters are used to fishing based solely on their experience.D．The explorers tend to achieve more than the exploiters in the long run.77．Which of the following can be the best title for passage?A．How the Exploiter differs from the Explorer B．How to Become a Productive FishermanC．What is “Explore-Exploit” Trade-off D．When to take risks mattersSection CDirections: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.The Maya loved cacao so much that they used the beans as currency. They also believed it is good for you—which many people still say today about cacao’s most famous byproduct, chocolate. 78 . While some have suggested that less than an ounce of dark chocolate might improve heart health, much of the research doesn’t involve eating actual chocolate but rather its components — flavanol, especially.79 . In a clinical trial of 21,000 adults, they found that the half of the group that took500mg of. cocoaflavanol supplements daily had a significantly lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease than those who had taken a placebo（安慰剂）.Flavanols may also boost insulin sensitivity, according to some studies, which might be helpful in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes（糖尿病）. 80 . Those at risk of diabetes might be wise to choose a cacao-inspired supplement instead of eating chocolate—and the sugar it contains. Other research suggests that the flavanols found in cacao （also present in fruits, vegetables, and tea）could slow cognitive decline during aging, or even boost brain performance by improving blood flow to the cerebral cortex.What these findings mean for chocolate is limited, however. Participants would have had to eat multiple fat and sugar filled chocolate bars a day to source 500mg of flavanols. 81 . So understanding why certain types of chocolate are healthier than the rest is the focus of further research.Ⅳ．Fill in the BlanksHow sneaker culture took over the worldSneakers have come a long way from when they were first invented in 1860s England for the upper-class playing croquet（槌球）and tennis.Long worn for function 82 82 fashion, today sneakers have become an entire culture—both a form of self-expression and a high art found in museum exhibits and designer auction houses.83 transformed sneaker culture into a true phenomenon was the 1985 release of Nike’s Air Jordan 1s. In 1984, Michael Jordan was a talented rookie who had yet to play in a professional game. 84 that, Nike saw Jordan as the future of their brand, signing him to a five-year, $2.5 million endorsement（代言）deal. 85 Jordan matured into one of the greatest basketball players of all time, the sneaker’s popularity skyrocketed.Meanwhile, another cultural shift 86 （take）place with casual Fridays introduced in white-collar businesses. It was when men were allowed to put aside their suits and wear something one day a week that showed people who they really were.As sneakers became increasingly desired, footwear companies turned to 87 （generate）even more publicity by collaborating with celebrities and luxury brands, as well as releasing small batches of limited-edition shoes with eye-pop ping designs.Celebrities also started their collaborations with sneaker brands, which helped target a whole new demographic of people to experience sneaker culture. It was a blending of high and low fashion, 88 the shoe industry has never really seen before. A pair that Jordan wore in his legendary final NBA season 89 （sell ）even for $2.2 mllion, making them the most expensive sneakers ever to appear at auction.By the mid-2010s, speakers 90 （become）solid gold status symbols. Wearing rare and cool sneakers became an expression of one’s social status. But not until recently, sneakers are finally getting their due as part of our cultural heritage—and particularly how Black culture has shaped that heritage. It took decades for the sneaker industry to recognize that 91 these Black athletes or artists that championed their products there would be no sneaker culture.Ⅴ．Translations92．结果看来这项传统的确值得传承给我们的后代。

延庆区2023—2024学年第二学期期中试卷高一英语2024.04本试卷共11页，二大部分，56道小题，满分100分。

考试时长90分钟。

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考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。

第一卷（共47分）Ⅰ. 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，共15分）阅读下面的短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A Person Who Has Influenced My LifeThere is always a time in one’s life when a hero comes along. Someone who has inspired you can really help you learn what life is about.I remember it as if it was yesterday. I was fifteen years old that year. It was around eight o’clock one evening when my mother ___1___ a phone call from her brother-in-law, who told us my aunt was in hospital and that the doctor ___2___ them she would need an operation immediately. My family became very ___3___ about my aunt’s situation.While my aunt was in the hospital with special ___4___, my cousin Mark, who is mentally disabled, spent time with my family. Mark was seventeen at the time, and had been born with ___5___ mental disorders, which created a wide range of social and physical problems for him throughout everyday life. He never had any true friend because no one could re late to him. I must ___6___ that at the beginning I was filled with uncertainty as to how much of a burden my cousin would bring on my family. Now looking back it saddens me to see the ___7___ I once showed.Over the two weeks when Mark lived with my family, I probably ___8___ more about life and its meanings. Thinking back, I took ___9___ in daily life for granted, believing it would always be there. I never even thought about being able to do things like walking, brushing my teeth, or going to the bathroom on my own. Now I see how ____10____ I am to be able to do these things independently.Mark was seventeen, but learned on a nine-year-old level. Although his learning ability was slower than most, he could ____11____ learn. He explored ____12____ to do most of the things everyone else did.____13____ he did pretty well and succeeded in almost everything he tried to do. He ____14____ his illness and showed an ambition to love life. To him, having a successful life means achieving goals on his own terms and at his own ____15____.Mark is my hero, for his disability has forever formed my viewpoint on life.1. A. made B. missed C. received D. used2. A. promised B. informed C. showed D. begged3. A. worried B. happy C. indifferent D. careless4. A. care B. action C. purpose D. interest5. A. mild B. severe C. temporary D. moderate6. A. believe B. regret C. admit D. decide7. A. weakness B. ignorance C. relief D. mercy8. A. forgot B. heard C. ignored D. understood9. A. anything B. something C. nothing D. everything10. A. painful B. brave C. lucky D. successful11. A. seldom B. still C. hardly D. almost12. A. possibilities B. functions C. achievements D. difficulties13. A. Naturally B. Actually C. Obviously D. Accidentally14. A. depended on B. fought against C. suffered from D. focused on15. A. risk B. cost C. pace D. trialⅡ. 阅读理解（共16小题，每小题2分，共32分）第一节：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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

德阳外国语学校高2023级高一下期3月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。

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 does the conversation take place?A. In a car.B. In a repair shop.C. On an island.2. What does the man think of the game?A. Wonderful.B. Boring.C. Just so-so.3. What was the man doing in the river?A. Swimming.B. Doing the research.C. Catching fish.4. What is the man doing?A. Buying a camera.B. Taking a picture.C. Trying on a hat.5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. Their parents.B. Children’s education.C. Work arrangements.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。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6. Why does Greg ask the woman to keep quiet?A. To find birds.B. To avoid scaring birds.C. To listen to his words.7. How often does Greg go birdwatching?A. Once a week.B. Once a month.C. Twice a month.听第7段材料，回答第8～10题。

滨城高中联盟2023—2024学年度下学期高一期中考试英语试卷第一部分听力（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 food will the woman’s daughter avoid?A．Steaks. B．Onions. C．Ice cream.2．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Salesperson and customer. B．Co-workers. C．A couple.3．What flight will the speakers be on?A．CJ875. B．CJ865. C．CJ930.4．Why is the man worried about his brother?A．His brother is too confident.B．His brother struggles to make friends.C．His brother’s friends will be a bad influence on him.5．What is the main topic of the conversation?A．Types of schools. B．Places to sleep. C．Online classes.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。

2023-2024-2长沙市一中城南高一下期中考试英语时量：120分钟满分：150分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）略第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

AFamily Vacations in HawaiiWhether your interests are history, native cultures, hiking, water sports, or simply relaxing in the sun, Hawaii has abundant choices to keep you and your family entertained.Waikiki BeachThis famous two-mile stretch of sand is home to scores of family-friendly beach hotels and all kinds of action-packed excitement. Waikiki Beach is the perfect place to go if you’re looking for warm ocean water and golden beaches. Kids will enjoy walking along the beach, stopping for shaved ice or an ice cream and taking a dip in a safe area of the ocean.Oahu’s North ShoreSome of the talle st ocean waves in the world are found at Oahu, Hawaii’s North Shore coastline during the winter months. These crashing walls of water are born for surfing and offer one of the best free shows on the islands. The North Shore is home to world-class surf cont ests, attracting the world’s top surfers.Polynesian Cultural CenterNothing appeals to the whole family like Hawaiian past coming alive. Besides, the colorful costumes, lively songs, and traditional dances in the Pacific region are presented here. You’ll see customs of Fiji, New Zealand, Marquesas, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, and Hawaii all represented in Polynesian Cultural Center’s re-created island villages, which is decorated with palm trees and tropical gardens.Waimea Canyon(峡谷) State ParkMore than 3,500 feet deep, this landmark on Hawaii’s island of Kauai is the largest canyon in the Pacific. Unlike Grand Canyon, plentiful rain keeps Waimea Canyon and its surrounding area thick with vegetation(植被), and visitors are frequently treated to the sight of vivid rainbows. It offers a great canyon view and a covered picnic area.21. What makes Oahu’s North Shore known to the world?A. Its best free cultural shows.B. Its family-friendly beach hotels.C. Having the tallest coastline.D. Being a perfect place for surfing.22. Which place is most likely to attract those who are interested in history?A. Waikiki Beach.B. Oahu’s North Shore.C. Polynesian Cultural Center.D. Waimea Canyon State Park.23. What is special about Waimea Canyon compared to Grand Canyon?A. It has a covered picnic area.B. It’s rich in plants and rainfall.C. It has a depth of over 3,500 feet.D. It owns a unique kind of vegetation.BBeing cut from a school team can be a difficult experience for a kid. But when 13-year-old Emmie Tallent whohas Down syndrome(唐氏综合征) didn’t make her school’s cheer squad(啦啦队), she responded in the most impressive way — she cheered anyway. Emmie Tallent, a girl with firm determination, took to the sidelines while her school’s cheer squad performed. She matched the entire routine, moving for moving, in a black dress and tie-dyed shoes.Her sister, Sydnee, recorded this moment on video, and it’s now capturing hearts worldwide. The video, with over 3 million views and 87,000 likes, shows Emmie facing the official squad and performing the routine alongside them. Her performance is nothing short of inspiring. “Girl didn’t make the cheer team, but she didn’t care,” Sydnee wrote, admiring Emmie’s confidence.“E m mie may not be on the cheer team this time, but I’m s ure her talent and spirit will shine through somewhere in the future,” Sydnee said with a smile. “Right now, she’s satisfied and happy doing what she loves. Thank you all for supporting her. I want to show the world Emmie’s joy from pursuing what she likes and the beauty of diversity.”The team did not have a lot of spots and even neurotypical(神经正常的) girls who were much better than Emmie didn’t make it to join it. Emmie’s school was giving Emmie help and kept encouraging her, but there are hard decisions that have to be made sometimes. Though Emmie didn’t make the squad, she wasn’t feeling upset at home, and continued to follow cheer squad’s routines and moves to please herself and spread joy to others, even if from th e sidelines.In the face of rejection, this tough 13-year-old chose to dance rather than sit by and let it define her, inspiring us all to embrace our uniqueness and find joy in every moment.24. What do we know about Emmie from the first two paragraphs?A. She refused to give up performing.B. She used to be looked down upon.C. She showed a special talent for cheerleading.D. She felt down for not joining the cheer squad.25. Why did Sydnee post the video online?A. To show Emmie’s dancing skills.B. To inspire others with Emmie’s spirit.C. To help Emmie attract people’s attention.D. To express her gratitude to the cheer squad.26. How did the school react to Emmie’s joining the cheer squad?A. They told her to quit.B. They satisfied her need.C. They made an excuse.D. They offered her support.27. What does the author mainly intend to tell us?A. Believe in ourselves.B. Prepare for the worst.C. Keep our dreams alive.D. Youth gives us light.CLucy was rescued from a rural farm in New South Wales, Australia, two years ago. She was suffering from chlamydia(衣原体病), a disease widespread among koalas. Today, she is one of “the lucky” living creatures in tree corridors(走廊) that have been created by volunteers to protect koalas and other animals by saving their quickly shrinking habitats, or natural environment.The corridors, planted by the local conservation group Bangalow Koalas, are made up of large systems of plants. They are intended for koalas and other animals like the glossy black cockatoos, possums, and wallabies. All of them are endangered, or at risk of becoming extinct. The corridors provide a safe path across the koala’s increasingly broken habitat. “Our corridors are actually trying to get them away from humans, from cars and from dogs,” said Linda Sparrow, president o f Bangalow Koalas. “They can safely move across the landscapes and don’t have to put up with us humans.”The koala is predicted to be extinct in the wild in New South Wales by 2050. Some of the biggest dangers include wildfires and habitat loss through land clearing for development. Koalas have already been declared endangered in several Australian states. A recent report by the Australian Koala Foundation said the animal was worth an estimated $3.2 billion per year to the tourism industry.Founded in 2016, Bangalow Koalas has planted over 936,000 trees on 119 properties, helping koala conservation and improving the local ecosystem. The group, which depends on community volunteers, aims to plant 500,000 trees by 2025. V olunteer Lindy Stacker, who has been planting trees for over five years, still remains devoted to the cause. She said the activity is good for mental health and has brought the community together. “I can’t imagine a world where there’s no koalas in the wild. We’re going to do everything we can possibly to make sure that won’t happen,” Lindy said.28. Who is Lucy?A. A farmer.B. A patient.C. A koala.D. A volunteer.29. What are the tree corridors intended to do?A. To shelter koalas from human threat.B. To test the local natural environment.C. To save koalas suffering from chlamydia.D. To stop koalas’ habitats from being rebuilt.30. What does the author want to show in paragraph 3?A. The reason for koa las’ extinction.B. Koalas’ value in tourism industry.C. People’s deep love for k oalas.D. The necessity of saving koalas.31. What can be the best title for the text?A. Bangalow Koalas: A Group Intended For KoalasB. Tree Corridors: A Lifeline For Endangered KoalasC. Bangalow Koalas: Call On V olunteers For Koalas’ ProtectionD. Tree Corridors: Responsible For The Loss Of Koalas’ HabitatsDDeep sleep doesn’t just rest your body. Scientists believe it’s also when the brain washes away toxins(毒素), with a new project looking at whether the brain’s self-clean can be boosted.South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) neuroscientist Dr Tim Sargeant has teamed with D r Edward Robins from SAHMRI’s Molecular Imaging and Therapy Research Unit to develop a brain scan that shows how well a brain is cleaning itself. Studies have shown that a clean brain would help with memory while fighting dementia(痴呆).Scientists believe our brains clean themselves out each night when we enter deep sleep. Cerebrospinal fluid(脑脊液) is thought to wash through the brain, cleaning out toxins. Studies have shown a clear link between poor memory and toxins like the buildup of sticky plaques(黏性斑块) in the brains. Scientists believe brains that have a buildup of this plaque over time may not be cleaning themselves properly, putting people at risk of dementia.Fortunately, the hope is that a clean brain would help with memory while fighting dementia. The brain scan will use special material to track how well the brain can keep itself clean and healthy through the process of removing and recycling its waste. “We’re aiming to catch the signs of the brain struggling to keep itself clean in individuals around the age of 50 or 60, well before the onset of Alzheimer’s dis ease(老年痴呆) in most people,” Dr Sargeant said.This new scan, an exciting imaging technology, will allow scientists to form a picture of a living brain and watch how it’s recycling wasting material in real time. “The scan takes out a lot of the guess work, by allowing scientists to see with their own eyes if they’ve hit the target or not,” Dr Robins said. “Without imaging, a researcher can get all the way up to the trial st age before realising they’r e at a dead end.”32. What is the aim of Dr Sargeant and Dr Robins’ developing the brain scan?A. To help people enter deep sleep.B. To reduce memory loss and dementia.C. To research how to remove sticky plaques.D. To study what the brain uses to clean itself.33. What may cause dementia according to the text?A. Not enough blood in the brain.B. Too frequent cleaning of the brain.C. The increase of cerebrospinal fluid.D. The gradual increase of sticky plaques.34. What does the underlined word “onset” in paragraph 4 mean?A. Worsening.B. Improvement.C. Beginning.D. Disappearance.35. What does Dr Robins think of the brain scan?A. It is quite effective.B. It is just imaginary.C. It brings more work.D. It is far from exact.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。

泰安2022-2023学年第二学期期中考试高一英语试题（答案在最后）本试卷分第I卷和第Ⅱ卷两部分.满分150分.考试用时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. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。

回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。

第I卷第一部分听力（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 does the man want?A. Cups.B. Notebooks.C. Carpet cleaners.2. How does the man find the problem?A. Quite difficult.B. Very interesting.C. Too simple.3. What does Paul want to do?A. Save money.B. Study abroad.C. Change his job.4. What does the man mean?A. Tony always worries a lot.B. Tony likes riding bikes.C. Tony is expert at repairing bikes.5. What does the woman suggest doing?A. Finding a volunteer.B. Clearing up together.C. Helping prepare the party.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。

深圳中学2022-2023学年度第二学期期中考试试题考试时长：120分钟卷面总分：150分注意事项：1、答案写在答题卡指定的位置上, 写在试题卷上无效。

2、选择题作答必须用2B铅笔, 修改时用橡皮擦干净。

3. 解答题作答必须用黑色墨迹签字笔或钢笔填写, 答题不得超出题框。

第一部分基础知识(共20小题, 每小题1. 5分, 满分30分)一、单项选择从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

1. He has occasional injections to maintain his good health, but other than that he lives a(n) ______life.A. professionalB. busyC. normalD. independent2. It is important for children to have time to ______in family activities.A. majorB. takeC. bringD. engage3. Of all the possible holiday ______, one of the best places to visit this weekend is home.A. destinationsB. campsC. innsD. brochures4. The State Council ______a document entitled Guidelines on Conducting Covid-19 Prevention und Control on an Ongoing Basis on January 26, 2023.A. leakedB. relievedC. releasedD. obtained5. Assisted by the lawyer, he regained his reputation and recovered his old fortune which enabled him to contribute ______ to the projects he sponsored.A. extremelyB. patientlyC. definitelyD. generously6. The infection of Covid-19 may leave your body weak and easily ______ by other diseases.A. causedB. affectedC. controlledD. transformed7. It is the government’s responsibility to _______that consumers are getting their energy at a fairand affordable price.A. confirmB. ensureC. urgeD. assume8. ______ to the discovery of black holes, Stephen Hawking is one of the most ______ scientists who have changed the way human understand the universe.A. Devoted; admiredB. Devoted; admiringC. Devoting; admiredD. Devoting; admiring9. I found it hard to join in because I was so unfit and getting ______ running after her.A. out of orderB. out of breathC. out of controlD. out of mode10. Initial reports suggested that the driver of the truck was ______.A. to have blamedB. to be blamingC. to be blamedD. to blame11. The education department is offering a “free” course, called Thinking Chess, for three ______.A. subjectsB. lecturesC. creditsD. lessons12. It was the culture, rather than the language, ______made it hard for him to ______the new environment abroad.A. that; adapt toB. which; contribute toC. which; live up toD. that; get down to13. In recent years, an English word “infosphere” has appeared, ______the sense of “information” and “atmosphere“.A. combinedB. to combineC. having combinedD. combining14. Now the college years are becoming an ______period of adolescence (青春期), during ______many of today’s students are not shouldered with adult responsibilities.A. extending; thatB. exaggerated; thatC. extended; whichD. exaggerating; which15. The dog,____，will be made a good watchdog.A. to train properlyB. being trained properlyC. properly to trainD. trained properly16. ______for two days, Steve managed to finish his report on schedule.A. WorkingB. Having workedC. To have workedD. Worked17. I was told that there were about 50 foreign students Chinese in the school, most were from Germany.A. studying; of whomB. study; of whomC. studying; of themD. study; of them18. Henry can’t attend the party _____ at Tom’s house at present because he is preparing the speech at the party ______ at Marie’s house tomorrow.A. held; being heldB. to be held; to be heldC. being held; heldD. being held; to be held19. A middle-aged woman came ______to the bus stop only ______the bus had gone.A. to run; findingB. running; to findC. and ran; foundD. running; find20. When he was a boy, he used to go to the corner of the street near his house and watch ______.A. to repair bicyclesB. bicycles to be repairedC. bicycles being repairedD. repairing bicycles第二部分阅读理解(共两节, 满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分37. 5分)阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

上海中学2022学年第二学期期中考试英语试卷I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which!one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A.Husband and wife. B.Boss and assistant.C.Nurse and patient.D.Manager and customer.2.A.At a post office. B.At a flower shop.C.At a department store.D.At a bus station.3.A.He is unemployed at present. B.He owns a company now.C.He still works in the agency.D.He is unable to support his family.4.A.At10:00. B.At10:20. C.At11:00. D.At11:20.5.A.Satisfied. B.Relieved. C.Surprised. D.Excited.6.A.The woman didn’t post any postcard from Egypt.B.The man has never collected any postcards.C.The woman will go to Egypt for her holiday.D.The man begins to take up collecting postcards.7.A.She can’t afford that much for a trip.B.She is fortunate to have made a lot of money.C.She doesn’t think5,000dollars is enough for the trip.D.She considers5,000dollars only a small sum of money.8.A.He wants to buy the new car. B.He thinks his signature is necessary.C.He has already signed a contract.D.He doesn’t always say what he means.9.A.The man had poor imagination because of the car accident.B.The man must have advised the woman to wear the seat belt.C.The woman was likely to have got seriously injured in the car accident.D.The woman wasn’t wearing the seat belt when the accident happened.10.A.Violence sports are the source of social instability.B.Violence sports are to blame for crime and school bullying.C.Violence sports serve as an escape for negative emotions.D.Violence sports won’t attract many people’s interest in the long run.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear one longer conversation and two short passages,and you will be asked several questions on the conversation and each of the passages.The conversation and the passages will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions LI through13are based on the following passage.11.A.To explain a new requirement for graduation.B.To interest students in a community service projectC.To discuss the problems of elementary school students.D.To involve elementary school teachers in a special program.12.A.Providing jobs for graduating students.B.Helping education majors prepare for final exams.C.Offering tutorials(辅导材料)to elementary school students.D.Funding for a community service project.13.A.He teaches part-time in a local elementary school.B.He observes elementary school students in the classroom.C.He helps students who need consult prepare their resume.D.He gives support to students who participate in a special program.Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14.A.They want to eat in a fashionable way like young people.B.They prefer to eat food that is tastier and more widely accepted.C.They become aware of the harm processed foods do to health.D.They try to change their way of processing foods little by little.15.A.They contain not too many chemical additives.B.They are cultivated in the soil rich in organic matters.C.They produce as many calories as processed foods.D.They are usually grown in commercial farming areas.16.A.They are allowed to move about and eat freelyB.They are tasty though kept in the crowded bundingC.They can hardly grow in a healthy way without good food.D.They produce eggs which usually contain important vitaminsQuestions17through20are based on the following conversation.17.A.It was on a cross street. B.They had no time to see it.C.It had no parking space.D.They weren’t in favor of it.18.A.It is too small in size. B.It blocks the air-conditioner.C.It admits heat from the late afternoon sun.D.It stops the sun beating down on the curtains.19.A.Parking and desk space. B.Parking and air-conditioning.C.Privacy and cleanliness.D.A cheerful kitchen and a separate dining area.20.A.The one on68th Street. B.The one on72nd Street.C.The one on88th Street.D.The one on80th Street.Ⅱ.Grammar and VocabularySection A:Multiple choicesDirections:Beneath each of the following sentences,there are four choices marked A,B,C and D. Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.1.________8.4on the Richter scale,the earthquake________left thousands of people homeless.A.Measured,happenedB.Measured,happeningC.Measuring,that happenedD.Measuring,to happen2.According to the study’s lead author,the finding is________there isn’t just one single health-related consequence of consuming coffee,________that the reality is more complicated than that.A./,inB.that,/C./,providedD.that,but3.The great majority of research on the topic has been observational,________we just look at________happens to people who do and don’t drink coffee.A.meant;whichB.meaning;whatC.which meant;whatD.meaning;which4.________a better idea of coffee’s immediate health effects,the authors found100healthy adults________39on average.A.To get,agingB.Having got,agedC.To get,agedD.Getting,aging5.Spring________still nearly a month away,the________students are likely to get back soon.A.is,remainingB.being,remainingC.is,remainedD.being,remained6.________you have access to stairs,there are numerous exercises you can do________just two stairs.A.Unless,to useB.While,usingC.If,usingD.When,use7.When stretching your legs or arm muscles,you can use the stability of your central core muscles to ensure the rest of the body________in proper alignment(排成直线).A.to stayB.stayingC.stayedD.stays8.The expert gives patients this idea________they need to walk30minutes a day,but a lot of arthritis patients fear to exercise________they may find doing so initially painful.A.which,whenB.that,asC./,becauseD.that,so9.Bear in mind________there is a will there is a way,so it is never too late to start so long as you are________ready to give yourself an opportunity.A.that;soB.where;tooC.that where;tooD.that if;so10.Some experts say that________to a variety of foods without pesticides(农药)is especially important throughout childhood.A.exposingB.exposedC.having been exposedD.being exposed11.Although masks can reduce the transmission of COVID-19,we should turn to healthier lifestyle choices________decrease the risks of heart disease.A.in order thatB.such as toC.so as toD.so that12.It has been10years________I read an interesting book about dietary supplements.I found it particularly beneficial before________other practical suggestions.A.before,givingB.since,being givenC.after,givingD.since,given13.Pie,pita,torta,tarte.________it’s called,the idea applies across the globe because everyone loves a piece of filled,________goodness.A.However,bakedB.No matter how,bakingC.No matter what,bakedD.Whatever,baking14.Classic American apple and cherry varieties might be the first dishes________to mind________the word“pie”is mentioned.A.to come,whening,provided thatC.that came,whenD.to come,on the grounds that15.Considering the tight schedule,I decided to accept his advice on me________a couple of hours’sleep on the plane.A.to grabB.having grabbedC.grabbingD.grabbed16.The show will________this week at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.Shall we have dinner together after watching the show?A.bounce awayB.leave offC.hang outD.kick offually,I feel exhausted after a tiring day so when I get home I like to________on the sofa and listen to music.A.collapseB.breatheC.embraceD.bend18.Concerned about the worst drought on record,the farmers________the government for help.A.turned overB.crowded outC.appealed toD.knocked down19.You can imagine how many people must have sacrificed their precious lives in the________of the American West considering the unfavorable conditions at that time.A.entertainmentB.measurementC.arrangementD.settlement20.It was a pity that he was________in the selection process for the director of the admissions office.He had been hoping for the position for a long time.A.sliced offB.passed overC.settled downD.crowded aroundSection B:VocabularyDirection:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.shortB.flavorC.specificallyD.impressiveE.efficientlyAB.emphasis AC.stuck AD.involved AE.consumed BC.impactBD.declineThere’s no cure or proven way to prevent dementia(痴呆),but a number of studies have said that following a Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of developing the condition.The Mediterranean diet has a(n)____21____list of science behind it.This way of eating can prevent cognitive(认知的)____22____but also help the heart,reduces diabetes,prevent bone loss,encourage weight loss and more,studies have found.A study published on March8revealed people who____23____foods from the Mediterranean and brain-focused MIND diets had fewer of the typical signs of Alzheimer’s.The MIND diet is____24____for Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay.The Mediterranean diet focuses on plant-based cooking.The majority of each meal should be fruits and vegetables, whole grains,beans and seeds,along with a few nuts.There is a heavy____25____on extra-virgin(特级初榨的)olive oil.Meat can make a rare appearance and usually only to____26____a dish.Instead,meals may include eggs,dairy and poultry,but in much smaller portions than in the traditional Western diet.Participants who____27____most closely to the diet were more likely to be female,have a BMI within the healthy range,have a higher educational level,and be more physically active than those with lower persistence in the diet.David Curtis,an honorary professor at UCL Genetics Institute in London,who was not____28____in the research, noted that the latest study was observational and did not uncover cause and effect.The finding could reflect a generally more healthy lifestyle,he said.“It is not clear that such a diet itself reduces dementia risk,although it is reasonable that it might do so.It is important to note that the study concerns all forms of dementia,not____29____Alzheimer’s disease.In my opinion,if there is an effect of diet then it is more likely to be on cardiovascular(心血管的)health in general and hence to_____30_____ dementia due to disease of blood vessels rather than Alzheimer’s disease.”Ⅲ.Reading ComprehensionSection A:ClozeDirection:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.February is an exciting month for our Courageous Kitchen(CK)!One of our founders,Dwight Turner will be speaking at the press conference this week.The event is hosted by the Thailand Authority of Tourism(TAT).Here’s a peek into TAT’s interview with Dwight,where he discusses starting Courageous Kitchen,and____31____his personal passion for food with his mission to feed and educate more children in Bangkok.1.How did you start CK and what is your____32____?Courageous Kitchen began because I was looking for a way to____33____in my free time,but I didn’t know what to do.When a friend invited me to help teach English in a few poorer communities,I fell in love with it.Gradually I wanted to ____34____more and more.Later when I moved outside of the city center,we had space for a kitchen and I began to combine my two____35____. Quickly we learned that the kitchen is a great classroom.Students who were shy about speaking English suddenly had____36____,an application,and an urgency to speak in the kitchen.As their language skills improved,so did their____37____.2.Why do you use food as a medium to help you achieve your goals?I love to eat and Bangkok is full of food and food enthusiasts.So it’s a great way to get people’s attention and bring them together for a____38____.This is true even when it may seem like we don’t have anything____39____.We may speak a different language,have different skin color,but when we sit at the table together,we share and learn about each other.3.What do you think of Thai food?What makes Thai cuisine outstanding to you?I love Thai food because of the_____40_____of influences on the cuisine.There is such a significant Indian influence, the Chinese influence is probably the strongest,and there’s an interesting impact from the hill tribes and neighboring countries in the region as well.4.Why are you interested in helping society,and helping underprivileged kids in Bangkok?As a Black American I was raised with a strong sense of social_____41_____that all people are valuable,and that all people should be treated equally.Until this becomes a(n)_____42_____,we have a lot of work to do to create a better future for today’s kids.That’s true all over the world,but trying to solve global problems can seem_____43_____.That’swhy it’s best to start by being the change we want to see in our local communities.5.As a nonprofit,what do you expect to get in return for you work?As a nonprofit,my job is challenging but_____44_____every day.It’s a challenge to captivate people’s attention long enough to sympathize with people in need,and convince them to take action._____45_____,seeing students,who may have never been in a real restaurant before,imagining themselves as chefs,speaking English more confidently,and becoming leaders in their families is a pretty great reward.31.A.challenging B.appealing C.encountering D.connecting32.A.interest B.objective C.reason D.appetite33.A.give back B.look out C.hang on D.break out34.A.grab B.crush C.contribute D.insist35.A.opinions B.experiences C.hobbies D.passions36.A.situation B.context C.practice D.activity37.A.relief B.belief C.confidence D.breath38.A.union B.strategy C.gathering D.purpose39.A.in mind B.in hand C.in common D.in pocket40.A.liberation B.diversity C.freedom D.isolation41.A.justice B.responsibility C.judgement D.shock42.A.means B.reality C.interpretation D.argument43.A.boring B.inviting C.overwhelming D.disappointing44.A.appealing B.rewarding C.convincing D.pleasing45.A.However B.Furthermore C.Consequently D.ThereforeSection B:Reading comprehensionDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)For38-year-old Justin Herald,the journey to wealth began one Sunday morning at a church in Sydney's northwest, when he was involved in a quarrel with a member of the church choir."You have an attitude problem,"she told him.The accusation sparked something in him,and he borrowed$50from his brother to have four T-shirts printed with the slogan:"I don't have an attitude problem;you have a perception problem.""It was the best$50I ever spent,"laughs Herald.By the end of the morning,he had sold three of the four T-shirts.With the money he made,he had another six printed,then12,then24."That first year the earning were$98,000,"he says.His business,Attitude Inc.,is now a multi-million-dollar company with a wide range of products selling in3,500storesacross Australia.His business was due to not just clever marketing-the public loved the slogan-but also he has to admit that in those days there was very little competition in his sector of the clothing industry,and he was in the right place at the right time.The media spotlight also helped,with people paying attention to Herald's likeable personality and infections passion for his business:the night of one TV appearance,187stores rang to get his products into their stores.Herald sold the business three years ago,by which time it was turning over$30million a year,and now spends his time as a motivational speaker.His message:anyone can be financially successful if they set their mind to it."You have to have a lot of stickability,because not everything is going to work the way you plan it."Still living in Castle Hill with his wife and two children,Herald believes too many successful people become caught up in the trappings of wealth."I have lived here since I left school at16,"he says."In this area,you don't forget where you came from."46.Why does Herald think it was the best$50he ever spent?A.Because that sum of money covered the cost of four T-shirtB.Because that sum of money showed his accusation was wrong.C.Because he received that sum of money when he was in need.D.Because he gained more than expected from that sum of money.47.According to Herald,the success of his business resulted from_________.A.good timing and cooperationB.business sense and luckC.fierce competition and passionD.family background and motivation48.The underlined word"stickability"（paragraph6）is closest in meaning to_________.petenceB.conscienceC.persistenceD.fortune49.The best title for the passage might be_________A.Attitude Pays OffB.No Bravery,No GainsC.Start a BusinessD.Never Too Old to Challenge Yourself(B)In Factfulness,Professor Hans Roslingasks raisesquestions like‘How many girls finish school?’and‘Whatpercentage of the world’s population is poor?’It turns out thatthe majority of us get the answers to these questionscompletely wrong.Why does this happen?Factfulness sets outto explain why,showing that there are several human instinctsthat distort(扭曲)our perspective.This book focuses on ourinstinctive biases(偏见),offering practical advice to help us see the good as well as the bad in the world.Are things getting worse every day?Is progress an impossible goal?In Enlightenment Now,Steven Pinker looks at the big picture of human progress and finds good news.We are living longer,healthier,freer and happier lives.Pinker asks us to stop paying so much attention to negative headlines and news that declares the end of the world.Instead,he shows us some carefully selected data.In75surprising graphs,we see that safety,peace,knowledge and health are getting better all over the world.Economic inequality,he claims,is not really a problem,because it is not actually that important for human well-being.For more than two hundred years those who hold negative thoughts have been winning the public debate.They tell us that things are getting worse.But as a matter of fact,life is getting better.Income,food availability and lifespan are rising; disease,violence and child mortality are falling.Best-selling author Matt Ridley doesn’t only explain how things are getting better;he gives us reasons why as well.He shows us how human culture evolves in a positive direction thanks to the exchange of ideas and specialization.This bold book looks at the entirety of human history-from the Stone Age to the21st century—and changes the concept that it’s all going downhill.The majority of people believe that developing countries are in a terrible situation:suffering from incredible poverty and wars.The reality is that a great transformation is occurring. Over the past20years,more than700million people have increased their income and come out of poverty.This is happening across developing countries around the world.In his book The Great Surge,Stevens Radelet describes how all ofthis is happening and,more importantly,it shows us how wecan speed up the process.50.What is the common feature of the four books?A.They focus on the present situations concerning developing countries.B.They emphasize the importance of dealing with problems in poor countries.C.They try to direct readers to a positive path in terms of human development.D.They appeal to show more sympathy and understanding for poor countries.51.Which author supports his arguments by providing factual evidence?A.Hans Roslingasks.B.Steven Pinker.C.Matt Ridley.D.Stevens Radelet.52.Which of the following can be a possible title for Book3?A.The Rational Optimist.B.Human History:Where Are We?C.A Public Debate.D.Out of Povetty:What and How?(C)From Smells to SoundtracksWhen a young sawfly,a bee-like insect,is threatened by its attackers like ants,it emits a mixture of unpleasant smells to defend itself.These emissions can seriously annoy a potential enemy.Scientists wanting to study these smelly compounds—to understand which aspects of them discourage attackers and why—face great challenges.Meetups between sawflies and ants in a lab are difficult to carry out.There are also a very limited quantity of the insects’emissions.On the side,Jean-Luc Boevé,a zoologist who studies insects,from the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences,is an amateur musician and composer.He decided to try a different way—the sound approach.“To be honest,I considered this project so unpractical myself that I set it aside,”he said.It was months before Boevéand his partner,Rudi Giot,finally made a resolution to get started on it.They chose16sawfly species’emissions to translate into sounds.First,they figured out which molecules(分子)were present in each smelly compound and in what amounts.Then they assigned various characteristics of those molecules matching properties of sound.For example,smaller molecules like a kind of acid found in vinegar,a sour-tasting liquid, evaporate(挥发)quickly,so Boevéand Giot assigned them sounds with higher pitch(音高).Larger molecules were given lower-pitched sounds.In all,the scientists created individual audio descriptions for20molecules.Then they combined the sounds of each molecule present in a sawfly’s smell to construct the insect’s soundtrack.If a molecule was of higher proportion in an emission,they assigned it a higher volume.In such a case,the smaller a molecule is,the higher its pitch will be;and the higher the proportion of a molecule is,the higher its volume will be.To test out the audio descriptions they created,Boevéand Giot examined people’s reactions to the soundtracks andcompared them to ants’reactions to the original smells.They played the16emission soundtracks and the20molecule sounds through speakers to about50study participants.Then the scientists measured how far people backed up to get to a “comfortable position”away from the noise.Most of the study volunteers told the researchers that the high pitch,as well as the high volume,was what made them withdraw.“Ants and volunteers moved away from a chemical and its matching soundtrack respectively,”the researchers wrote.Boevésaid he hoped the process would give other zoologists a new way to compare sawflies’chemical defenses with those from other insects.It may also offer researchers clues about which molecules fight off enemies most.53.What do we know about Boevéfrom paragraph2?A.He was devoted to the research for several months.B.He started a new approach after months’hesitation.C.He came up with a creative idea thanks to a composer.D.He was faced with difficulties in studying rare sawflies.54.What can be concluded in terms of the sound approach?A.The volume of sounds is based on the proportion of molecules.B.Smaller molecules and lower pitch share similar characteristics.C.Audio descriptions of the molecules can be divided into16kinds.D.Participants were required to compare the sounds with the smells.55.From paragraphs4and5,we can learn that________.A.the soundtracks are more than what humans are likely to bearB.the ants dislike the sounds as much as humans hate the smellsC.humans’reactions to the sounds resemble ants’responses to the smellsD.other zoologists are looking for innovative ways of studying molecules56.This passage is mainly intended to________.A.explain ways to transfer smells into soundtracksB.introduce research on sawfly’s effect on humansC.demonstrate a scientific study on insects’smellsD.test out people’s reaction to various soundtracks(D)A recent study published in the journal Science Advances has revealed that the United States ranks as high as third among countries contributing to coastal plastic pollution.The new research challenges the once-held assumption that the US is adequately“managing”its plastic waste.A previous study using2010data that did not account for plastic waste exports had ranked the US20th,globally,in its contribution to ocean plastic pollution.Using plastic waste generation(产生)data from2016—the latest available global numbers—scientists calculated that more than half of all plastics collected for recycling(1.99million tons of3.91million tons collected)in the US were shipped abroad.Of this,88%of exports went to countries struggling to effectively manage plastics;and between15-25% was low-value or contaminated(受污染的).It means it was unrecyclable.Taking these factors into account,the researchers estimated that up to1million tons of US-generated plastic waste ended up polluting the environment beyond its own borders.Using2016data,the paper also estimated that between0.91and1.25million tons of plastic waste generated in the US was either littered or illegally dumped into the environment bined with waste exports,this means the US contributed up to2.25million tons of plastics into the environment.Of this,up to1.5million tons of plastics ended up in coastal environments.This ranks the US as high as third globally in contributing to coastal plastic pollution.“The US generates the most plastic waste of any other country in the world,but rather than looking the problem in the eye,we have outsourced it to developing countries,”said Nick Mallos,senior director of Ocean Conservancy’s Trash Free Seas program and a co-author of the study.“The solution has to start at home.We need to create less,by cutting out unnecessary single-use plastics;we need to create better,by developing innovative new ways to package and deliver goods; and where plastics are inevitable,we need to greatly improve our recycling rates.”“Previous research has provided global values for plastic input into the environment and coastal areas,but detailed analyses like this one are important for individual countries to further assess their contributions,”said Dr.Jenna Jambeck, Distinguished Professor at the University of Georgia’s College of Engineering and a co-author of the study.“In the case of the United States,it is critically important that we examine our own backyard and take responsibility for our global plastic footprint.”pared with the previous study,the new one________.A.covers data more comprehensivelyB.excludes plastic waste shipped abroadC.is contrary to the latest global numbersD.challenges the recycling way of plastics58.According to2016data,what can be learned about the plastic waste generated in the US?A.Over half of it ended up polluting the environment outside the US.B.Most of its exported plastic waste wasn’t worth recycling.C.Less than half of it was actually recycled domestically.D.More of it is littered or illegally dumped than exported.59.It is implied by Nick Mallos that________.A.plastic pollution in developing countries is more serious has been irresponsible in dealing with its plastic waste。