英语入门高中期中考试卷

绝密★考试结束前2024-2025学年高一上学期期中模拟卷（北京专用）英语（含解析）（考试时间：100分钟试卷满分：100分）注意事项：1．本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分。

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．回答第Ⅰ卷时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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。

写在本试卷上无效。

3．回答第Ⅱ卷时，将答案写在答题卡上。

写在本试卷上无效。

4．难度系数：0.65。

5．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第一部分：知识运用（共两节，30分）第一节完形填空（共10小题：每小题1.5分，共15分）阅读下面短文，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，并在答题纸上将该选项涂黑。

When I was13,my only purpose was to become the star on our football team.That meant1Miller King,who was the best player at our school.Football season started in September and all summer long I worked out.I carried my football everywhere for 2.Just before September,Miller was struck by a car and lost his right arm.I went to see him after he came back from3.He looked very pale,but he didn’t cry.That season,I broke all of Miller’s records while he watched the home games from the bench.We went10:1 and I was named most valuable player,4I often had crazy dreams in which I was to blame for Miller’s accident.One afternoon,I was crossing the field to go home and saw Miller5when he was going over a fence—which wasn’t hard to climb if you had both arms.I’m sure I was the last person in the world he wanted to accept6from.But even that challenge he accepted,I helped him move slowly over the fence.When we were finally safe on the other side,he said to me,“You know,I didn’t tell you this during the season,but you did 7.Thank you for filling in for me.”His words freed me from my bad8.I thought to myself,how even without an arm he was more of a leader.Damaged but not defeated,he was still ahead of me.I was right to have9him.From that day on,I grew10and a little more real.1．A．cheering for B．relying on C．beating out D．staying with2．A．practice B．show C．comfort D．pleasure3．A．school B．hospital C．vacation D．training4．A．and B．then C．but D．thus5．A．stuck B．hurt C．broken D．lost6．A．apology B．praise C．advice D．help7．A．fine B．wrong C．quickly D．normally8．A．memories B．ideas C．attitudes D．dreams9．A．challenged B．cured C．admired D．invited10．A．healthier B．bigger C．cleverer D．cooler【答案】1．C2．A3．B4．C5．A6．D7．A8．D9．C10．B【导语】这是一篇记叙文。

湖北省宜昌市部分省级示范高中2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题一、听力选择题1．What would the man like to order?A．Some coffee B．Some apple juice.C．A cup of tea.2．Which program does the man like best?A．Sports B．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 office B．In a bank C．In a department store 5．When did the fire probably break out?A．At about 7.B．At about 8.C．At about 9.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6．What does the man’s friend want to drink?A．Orange juice.B．Milk with sugar.C．Coffee with milk. 7．How much should the man pay?A．10 yuan.B．90 yuan.C．100 yuan.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8．Who did Fred have a fight with last night?A．A storekeeper.B．His brother.C．A policeman.9．Where is Fred now?A．In the police station.B．In the hospital.C．At home.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

江苏省苏州市苏州中学2023年高一上英语期中考试试题Hope Book ClubA book club is a small group of persons that are reading the same book in order to sharedifferent feelings and opinions about the book.The book club meets once a month for an hour of lively discussion. All students (3+), teachers and parents are welcome! Here you can discover a new world, learn new ideas and make new friends!What you should do:★You will read the book on your own and then discuss your reading in the book club.★You must keep up with your reading so that you can join as a part of your group. The book club will decide what pages or chapters you will read.★You should take down notes and thoughts as you read.★Everyone in the book club is expected to join in the discussion.More tips:★Keep our place clean.★No pets and no smoking.★Take good care of books and return them on time.★You must ask for leave if you cannot join in the discussion.Fees:Kids from 3—7: Free;Kids from 8—18: 10 dollars a month;Adults: 15 dollars a month.If you are interested, call 487-256-656 or 487-266-545, send an email to****************** or visit our website at .1. How much should a couple with a 6-year-old son pay for being in the club for two months?A．30 dollars. B．60 dollars. C．75 dollars. D．90 dollars2. How many ways are mentioned here to get more information about the club?A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four.3. Which of the following is true according to the text?A．Books aren’t allowed to be taken out of the club.B．Joining in the discussion is encouraged in the club.C．You can choose your favourite books to read in the club.D．The members in the club don’t have to finish what they need to read.If you look around your city, you might spot girls wearing hanfu in subways or people wearing T-shirts with Chinese characters on the streets. A new trend is taking hold in China — guochao, or “China-chic”.The term characterizes the rise o f China’s native fashion trends. It has expanded the concept of “Made in China”, which has been recognized as the representation of Chinese culture and aesthetics (美学) offered by homegrown Chinese brands.China-chic came into the spotlight in 2018. Before that, big-name foreign companies, such as NIKE, ADIDAS and PUMA, dominated the world market. But that year, Chinese sportswear brand Li-Ning changed things up. During the 2018 New York Fashion Week, Li-Ning introduced its Taoism-inspired Wu Dao collection. The collection not only had a trendy look, but also included elements of traditional Chinese culture. It immediately grabbed attention at home and abroad. As a result, the company recorded 20 percent profit growth in 2018, marking the first time the brand’s revenue had hit the 10-billion-yuan mark since its founding.The trend to embrace domestic brands has since spread rapidly to various sectors and products, from food and drinks to clothing, mobile phones and electric vehicles. For example, White Rabbit, whose sweet candy brings back childhood memories for many, launched its perfume and lip balm. “We want White Rabbit to be a brand that young people want to share,” said Shen Qinfeng, the company’s marketing manager.Now, the guochao trend is “moving to th e next stage, where its success will rely, first and foremost, on gaining cultural confidence rather than Western recognition.” according to Kerra Zhou, founder of brand strategy consultancy Kerrisma. No matter how the guochao trend develops, there’s onet hing that won’t change: Behind the craze is people’s positive attitude toward the country’s development and their recognition of growing confidence in national culture, added Zhou.4. What’s the function of Paragraph 1?A．To introduce a new trend in China.B．To highlight the popularity of guochao.C．To describe a common scene on the street.D．To show Chinese brands beat foreign companies.5. Which of the following statements about guochao is correct?A．Li-Ning stimulated the development of guochao.B．Guochao is a new trend popular throughout the world.C．Guochao refers to people’s preference for ancient culture.D．It’s before 2018 that guochao had received great attention.6. What may Kerra Zhou agree with?A．Chinese is still following the western trend.B．Guochao’s success relies on western recognition.C．National pride arouses the passion for guochao.D．Cultural awareness is the key to winning market share.7. Which can be a suitable title for the text?A．The Popularity of Native Brands B．The Boom of China-chicC．The Recognition of National Culture D．The Root of GuochaoAutomation (自动化) was a hot topic. Nearly everyone agreed that people would be working less once computers and other kinds of automatic machinery became widespread. For optimists, this was a promise of liberation: At last humanity would be freed from constant toil, and we could all devote our days to more refined pursuits. But others saw a threat: Millions of people would be thrown out of work, and desperate masses would roam the streets. Looking back from 50 years hence, the controversy over automation seems a quaint and curious episode. The dispute was never resolved.A. J. Hayes, a leader(and no relation to me), wrote in 1964: Automation is not just a new kind of mechanization but a revolutionary force capable of overturning our social order. Whereas mechanization made workers more efficient-and thus more valuable-automation threatens to make them superfluous (过剩的)-and thus without value. The opinions I have cited here represent extreme positions, and there were also many milder views. But I think it’s fair to say that most early students of automation, including both critics and enthusiasts, believed the new technology would lead us into a world where people worked much less.As for economic consequences, worries about unemployment have certainly not gone away-not with job losses in the current recession approaching 2 million workers in our country alone. But recent job losses are commonly attributed to causes other than automation, such as competition from overseas or a roller-coaster financial system. In any case, the vision of a world where machines do all the work and people stand idly by has simply not come to pass.The spread of automation outside of the factory has altered its social and economic impact in some curious ways. In many cases, the net effect of automation is not that machines are doing work that people used to do. Instead we’ve dispensed with the people who used to be paid to run the ma-chines, and we’v e learned to run them ourselves. These trends contradict almost all the expectations of early writers on automation, both optimists and pessimists. So far, automation has neither liberated us from the need to work nor deprived us of the opportunity to work. Instead, we’re working more than ever.What about trades closer to my own vital interests? Will science be automated? Technology al-ready has a central role in many areas of research; for example, genome sequences could not be read bytraditional lab-bench methods. Replacing the scientist will presumably be a little harder than re-placing the lab technician, but when a machine exhibits enough curiosity and tenacity, I think we’ll just have to welcome it as a companion in zealous research. And if the scientist is elbowed aside by an automaton, then surely the science writer can’t hold out either. I’m ready for my 15-hour work-week.8. In Paragraph 1, the writer mainly wants to convey that .A．automation results in unemployment onB．automation does more harm than goodC．the issue of automation is still in discussionD．automation brings in much convenience in life9. According to A. J. Hayes, we can infer .A．automation is more valuable than what we imagineB．automation is a revolutionary force to better developmentC．the disadvantages of automation far outweigh the advantagesD．the new technology would lead people into working much less10. What does the underlined word possibly mean?A．Put. . . down for. B．Set. . . free from.C．Bring. . . into. D．Take. . . away from.11. What can we conclude from this passage?A．People needn’t work so hard due to automation.B．Traditional labor force will be replaced in the near future.C．Automation should be accepted reasonably in development.D．Automation r esults in more job losses in the writer’s country.Artificial cloud technology could soon be used in the fight against environmental damage. Researchers in Australia have used machines to spray salt water into the air, and noted that the reflective qualities of these artificial clouds helped protect the Great Barrier Reef from sun bleaching (漂白).The so-called cloud brightening project works by thickening existing clouds and reducing sunlight exposure to protect the reef. No artificial chemicals make it into the clouds in the sky. When water droplets steam, they leave only small salt crystals that float up into the atmosphere. This provides a larger surface area for water vapor to be liquids around them, forming thicker clouds.The past two years have seen uncommon forest fires and droughts triggered by the climate change emergency, meaning that widespread use of this technique may become more commonplace if carbon emissions are not checked.Drones, unmanned flying vehicles, have also entered the cloud controlling picture, used in the United Arab Emirates, a country desperately in need of more rainfall, to deliver electrical shocks to clouds in order to facilitate rainfall. Zapping (击打) clouds to produce a positive or negative charge within clouds can cause water droplets to form together. The greater the charge, the larger the droplets, which is vital for ensuring that as much rain as possible reaches the surface before steam gives off all the hard-won moisture (水分).Even if one waves aside climate change, global waterfall shortages are still an increasing concern, given the planet’s booming population. More people means more mouths to feed, and the demand for water in agriculture for animals and crops further increases urgency for cloud controlling technology. An increase in rain also leads to positive economic growth in many countries, as large harvests stabilize financial systems and living standards in all climates.Increasingly, scientists are looking to our skies in providing solutions to protect our environment. Cloud controlling technologies have promise. However, for this field of science to become practical economically, more research needs to be done in making this process a practicable option in protecting our environment.12. How does the cloud brightening project work?A．By creating more water vapor which later becomes liquids.B．By spraying chemicals and small salt crystals into the atmosphere.C．By expanding the water vapor arca and blocking more sunlight.D．By steaming water droplets to provide a larger surface area.13. What do we know about drones from paragraph 4?A．They spread larger water droplets.B．They charge clouds to promote rain.C．They will be popularized in dry years.D．They control the movements of clouds.14. What is paragraph 5 mainly about?A．Problems of overpopulation.B．Solutions to waterfall shortage.C．Urgency of economic development.D．Additional benefit of cloud technology.15. Which aspect does the author think should be improved?A．High cost.B．Research method.C．Environmental impact.D．Complicated process.We all regard receiving presents as a pleasant experience and yet it can be one of the most embarrassing situations. 16All you can do is exchange it after your friend or relative has gone home. 17 Worse still, the agreement on the sale is between the person who bought it and the shop.So you will have to tell your favourite aunt that the T-shirt does not fit. But an exchange is not always that simple because there has to be a good reason for it. 18 For example, if the buyer was told that a switch was voice-operated and later found out it was not, then action could be taken. You would have the right to return it and get the money back.Many big stores have a much more tolerant policy towards return and see it as a gesture of good will to exchange goods without question. Stores including Marks & Spencer are well-known for their “no argument” policy on returned goods. However, shoppers sho uld remember this is a privilege, not a right.So if a shop refuses to exchange the goods or to offer a refund, the seller is likely to be within his legal rights unless there is something wrong with the goods. 19 You have every right to demand a cash r efund or a replacement, but only if you have returned it within a “reasonable” time.20 Some shops and stores expect things to be returned within a week of purchase, while others may permit a much longer time limit. In any case, if you return a thing after what is considered a “reasonable” time, then all you are legally entitled to is the cost of repair.The recently concluded 19th Asian Games were _______ the most spectacular sporting event of the year, with 15 world records broken.The Games featured 11, 830 athletes from 45 Asian countries and regions who _______ in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, to _______ for 481 gold medals in 40 sports at 56 competition venues.These 45 countries _______ 55 percent o f the world’s population. Notably, the total number of participants exceeded (超过) the 10, 000 athletes registered for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.Meanwhile, as the first significant carbon-neutral sporting event, the Asian Games _______ environmentally friendly guidelines into all aspects of planning and operations. The Games put green theories into _______ throughout, from construction and transportation to energy sourcing and waste management.Similar plans were carried out. in the Asian Games Village, where athletes and officials could earn low-carbon points by adopting-nearly 20 green behaviors, such as _______ food wastage, practicing green travel and sorting garbage. These points could be _______ or low-carbon souvenirs. Hangzhou provided _______ memories for all Asians. The Asian Games Village and catering and cultural services received widespread ________ from athletes, who frequently expressed their admiration for the accommodations and restaurants.Moreover, competitors rated ________ the atmosphere and sportsmanship displayed among athletes. The Asian Games showcased China’s organizational capabilities and ________ its spirit of fair play and diversity and the unity of Asian cultures.President Xi Jinping ________ for collecti ve efforts to make Asia “an anchor of world peace”. He also ________ that the Asian Games should represent “the Asian people’s shared ________ for peace, unity and inclusiveness (兼容并蓄)”.21.A．normally B．unexpectedly C．undoubtedly D．fortunately22.A．volunteered B．travelled C．gathered D．struggled23.A．compete B．apply C．hope D．long24.A．take up B．make up C．pick up D．hold up25.A．broke B．persuaded C．transformed D．introduced26.A．practice B．theory C．balance D．contribution27.A．minimizing B．developing C．ignoring D．ending28.A．created B．improved C．replaced D．exchanged29.A．remarkable B．available C．responsible D．understandable 30.A．criticism B．praise C．doubt D．tension31.A．flexibly B．personally C．regularly D．highly32.A．attracted B．highlighted C．reminded D．judged33.A．answered B．apologized C．called D．voted34.A．promoted B．proved C．warned D．stressed35.A．pressure B．desire C．behavior D．technique阅读下面短文，在在答题纸1相应空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

天津市2023-2024学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题姓名：__________班级：__________考号：__________题号一二三四五六七总分评分一、听力理解，第一节听下面五段对话。

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。

(共5小题;每小题1分，满分5分)1．What does the woman want the boy to do?A．Have supper.B．Watch TV.C．Go to study.2．What is the man complaining about?A．The stupid box.B．Monica's crying.C．The polluted air.3．When did the canteen prices go up?A．This week.B．Last week.C．Last month.4．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Husband and wife.B．Waiter and customer.C．Shop assistant and customer.5．What will the speakers probably do first tonight?A．Go shopping.B．Have dinner together.C．Go out for a walk.二、听力理解，第二节听下面几段材料。

每段材料后有几个小题，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。

(共10小题;每小题1分，满分10分)听录音，回答问题。

6．How does the woman feel now?A．Sleepy.B．Upset.C．Regretful.7．What is the woman doing?A．Recommending a club.B．Sharing her holiday life.C．Introducing a new friend.8．What does the woman ask the man to do at the end of the conversation?A．Take a good rest.B．Go to the Key Club.C．Pay attention to her email.听录音，回答问题。

2023～2024学年第一学期期中考试高一英语本试卷共八大题，满分135分。

考试用时120分钟。

注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用2B铅笔在“考生号”处填涂考生号。

用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的班级、姓名和考生号填写在答题卡上。

2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂照：如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。

3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区城内的相应位登上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。

不按以上要求作答的，答案无效。

4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。

考试结束后，将答题卡交回。

Ⅰ．单项选择（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）1．— You will hold the house-warming party this evening, right?— Yes. The party we have looked forward to ________.A. comingB. has comeC. cameD. is coming2．Was it ________ he was playing volleyball on the playground ________ he got hurt?A. that; whenB. when; thatC. that; thatD. where; that 3．Inside ______ an exhibition of the most up-to-date inventions of the 31st century.A. hasB. haveC. wasD. were4．We forgot to bring our tickets, but please let us enter, ________?A. can youB. shall weC. can weD. will you5．I don’t think anyone will volunteer to paint such a big house, ________?A. will theyB. do IC. don’t ID. won’t they6．The medical team ________ 12 doctors, most of ________ are from Guangzhou First Peopl e’s Hospital.A. is made up of; themB. is made up of; whomC. made up of; whomD. made up of; who7．In ancient China lived an artist __________ paintings were almost lifelike.A. whoseB. hisC. whichD. who8．The most important thing ________ we should pay attention to is the first thing ________I have said.A. what; whichB. that; whichC. that; thatD. which; what9．The student who ________ in the exam was criticized seriously.A. caught cheatingB. cheatingC. was caught cheatingD. was caught cheated10．— These problems are too hard to ________. Will you give me some advice?— There are many ways. The most important is to have a careful plan.A. work outB. cut outC. give outD. break out11．Who do you guess ________ where I ________ just now?A. lie; layB. is lying; layC. lies; laidD. lied; laid12．The train ________ at 10:30, so it ________ in 10 minutes.A. is starting; leavesB. is starting; will have leftC. start; will leaveD. starts; is leaving13．This is the day ________ we spent together ________ I shall never forget.A. which; in whichB. when; whichC. /; whichD. /; when14．After college, he applied ________ a job in Shanghai, anxious to apply what he had learnt ________ the daily work.A. for, toB. to; toC. to; forD. for, for15．Tom ________ the window ________ his attention was caught by a bird.A. was about to close; whileB. was closing; whileC. was to close; whenD. was about to close; whenⅡ．阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）AMost people above 16 years old have a strong wish that they should drive on the road by themselves. Thus, getting a license is an exciting time in their life. Ultimate Drivers is there to help your teen learn the rules of the road and gain important driving experience.What We OfferIntimate Drivers’ program will help students prepare for their road test and give them theskills they need to become lifelong safe and defensive drivers.The beginner program offers 20 hours of in-class training, 12 hours of homework assignments and 8 hours of in-car training. Each in-class training lasts 120 minutes and each one-on-one in-car training 80 minutes. What’s more, students can be picked up for free from home, work or school.What You Need KnowStudents can complete the classroom part of the course in just two weekends or if it better suits their schedules, they can take it during the evenings on weekdays. There are also classes offered during the holiday break.Students can start taking line classroom part of the driving training without the G1 license, but do need it by the time they’re ready to start the in-car driving lessons.What Extra Benefits AreThe beginner drivers can gain much through the program. After that they’ll receive stu dent testimonials (证明书). The testimonials show teenagers who have taken the course feel more confident in their abilities and many believe they couldn’t have passed the road test without it.Sign up before April 5th, and students can get an insurance discount (保险折扣)! 16．How many times does die program offer in-class training?A. 20.B. 12.C. 10.D. 8.17．What do students need to do to have in-car driving lessons?A. Get the G1 license.B. Finish the classroom part.C. Sign up before April 5th.D. Receive a student testimonial.18．What type of writing is the text?A. A review.B. An advertisement.C. A guide.D. An announcement.BI’ve been in an 18-year love-hate relationship with a black walnut tree.It’s a unique tree. In late September or early October, falling fruits as hard as baseballs threaten the skulls (头骨) of you, your children, your neighbors and those that reside next door to them. Umbrellas in the yard are a must while dining in early August, and as for me, I wear my bike helmet while working in the garden.The black walnut also releases a chemical substance through its roots as a competitive strategy. It’s poisonous to several common plants. There have been many new plant varieties tha t I brought home with hopes that maybe the black walnut would accept them, but they failed toflourish.What does work are native plants that naturally grow in the area. Native plants are important to have around since they provide beneficial pollinators (传粉者) like birds, bees and butterflies with seeds and contribute to a healthy and biodiverse environment. Native plants for this area are generally easy to grow, so they experience less stress.Have I thought of getting rid of this giant pain in my tiny backyard? Yes, however, getting rid of this tree standing at 50 feet with an 87-inch trunk is next to impossible. It’s also protected under the law. Rightfully so. Trees are important to the urban forest and for all of those that inhabit it.Sometimes I think about my life without the black walnut. I can’t imagine a spring without the birds who arrive every year and loudly sing their songs before dawn. I’d miss falling asleep on lazy weekend afternoons as I look up into its leaves.Every spring, I wonder what the season holds: What are the chances of being knocked unconscious while barbecuing? Like any good relationship, I’ll never be pleased. I’m stuck with this tree, so I’ll listen to its needs and give it the space it requires. In return, my walnut offers a habitat for wildlife and a reminder.19．Why does the author wear a bike helmet while working in the garden?A. To protect the injured skull.B. To prevent herself from sunburn.C. To avoid being hit by the nuts.D. To reduce the chance of getting bitten by bees.20．What is the tree’s survival strategy?A. It attracts beneficial pollinators.B. It lets out poison to drive away pests.C. It produces a chemical fatal to some plants.D. It competes for nutrition with similar species.21．Which of the following DOESN’T account for the author’s love-hate relationship with the tree?A. The volume of its fruits may bring inconvenience.B. The tree outcompetes the native plants in the garden.C. The tree is home to numerous birds and other creatures.D. The presence of the tree takes up much space of the garden.22．The author most probably got a reminder from the tree that ________.A. it’s better to give than to takeB. trees and plants have their own ways to flourishC. even a good relationship is not always trouble-freeD. acceptance, instead of resistance, is the better way to beCIt was raining like nothing before when Ehdaa Bujeldain, an English teacher living with her family in the mountains of Derna in eastern Libya , heard a loud noise that sounded like an explosion (爆炸). Later they learned that a dam (大坝) in Derna had broken down under the pressure of running water. For the next four days, they had no power or internet, and it was only recently that they started to fully understand of the damage caused by the floods.“Half of the city has been destroyed. My mom’s relatives, my friends, my coworkers ——they are all gone. Now we, the survivors, are just ghost s in shells,” says Bujeldain, whose sadness can be easily told from her blank expression.Five days have passed since the terrible flooding in Derna, Libya’s Red Crescent organization estimated that 11,300 people have died, while the city’s mayor believes the number of deaths could be as high as 20,000.Derna is a coastal city with a seasonal river called the Wadi Derna. Despite the abnormally heavy rain, people living near the river had little warning before the floodwaters came rushing in on that terrible morning. United Nations aid chief Martin Griffiths described the scale of the flood as “appalling” (令人惊骇的) and blamed the flood partly on sudden climate change.Now international aid teams are arriving in Derna, but they face challenges due to damaged roads, lack of access to power, water, and fuel. Tarhoni, doctor of the rescue team, warns that the most difficult weeks lie ahead. “One disaster is done and there is another to come,” he says. “The thousands and thousands of people who lost everything these people now need comfort, they need company, t hey need psychological support.”23．What do we know about Bujeldain’s family from paragraph 1?A. The explosion they heard led to the destruction of the dam.B. Bujeldain saved her family from the floods with her bravery.C. Bujeldain immediately recognized the outbreak of the floods.D. For several days, they didn’t fully realize the seriousness of the floods.24．What does Bujeldain mean by saying they are “just ghosts in shells” in paragraph 2?A. They run out of energy and are very tired.B. They feel lucky as they are safe and sound.C. They are completely saddened and shocked.D. They are sorry for the loss of their homeland.25．According to the passage, which of the following does NOT contribute to the loss of lives?A. The absence of warning.B. The extraordinary rainfall.C. Unexpected climate change.D. The damage to environment.26．What might be the main focus of international aid efforts in Derna?A. Addressing mental problems.B. Providing immediate medical care.C. Conducting climate change research.D. Rebuilding roads and access to resources.DBy the end of the century, if not sooner, the world’s oceans will be bluer and greener thanks to a warming climate, according to a new study.At the heart of the phenomenon lie tiny microorganisms (微生物) in the ocean called phytoplankton. Because of the way light reflects off the organisms, these phytoplankton create colorful patterns at the ocean surface. Ocean color varies from green to blue, depending on the type and concentration of phytoplankton. Climate change will fuel the growth of phytoplankton in some areas, while reducing it in other spots, leading to changes in the ocean’s appearance.Phytoplankton live at the ocean surface, where they pull carbon dioxide into the ocean while giving off oxygen. When these organisms die, they bury carbon in the deep ocean, an important process that helps to regulate (调控) the global climate. But phytoplankton are vulnerable to the ocean’s warming trend. Warming changes key characteristics of the ocean and can affect phytoplankton growth, since they need not only sunlight and carbon dioxide to grow, but also nutrients.Stephanie Dutkiewicz, a scientist in MIT’s Center for Global Change Science, built a climate model that projects changes to the oceans throughout the century. In a world that warms up by 3C, it found that multiple changes to the color of the oceans would occur. The model projectsthat currently blue areas with little phytoplankton could become even bluer. But in some waters, such as those of the Arctic, a warming will make conditions more suitable for phytoplankton, and these areas will turn greener. “Not only are the quantities of phytoplankton in the ocean changing.” she said, “but the type of phytoplankton is changing.”And why does that matter? Phytoplankton are the base of the food web. If certain kinds begin to disappear from the ocean, Dutkiewicz said, “it will change the type of fish that will be able to live on.” Those kinds of changes could affect the food chain.Whatever color changes the ocean experiences in the coming future will probably be too gradual and unnoticeable, but they could mean significant changes. “It’ll be a while before we can statistically show that the changes are happe ning because of climate change,” Dutkiewicz said, “but the change in the color of the ocean will be one of the early warning signals that we really have changed our planet.”27．What are the first two paragraphs mainly about?A. The cause of the changes in ocean color.B. The various patterns at the ocean surface.C. The way light reflects off marine organisms.D. The efforts to fuel the growth of phytoplankton.28．What does the underlined word “vulnerable” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A. beneficialB. sensitiveC. significantD. unnoticeable 29．What can we learn from the passage?A. Dutkiewicz’s model aims to project phytoplankton changes.B. Phytoplankton have been used to control global climate.C. Phytoplankton play a declining role in the ecosystem.D. Oceans with more phytoplankton may appear greener.30．What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To explain the effects of climate change on oceans.B. To assess the consequences of ocean color changes.C. To introduce a new method to study phytoplankton.D. To analyze the organization of the ocean food chain.The Chubby Diaries creator is part of a community of larger-bodied travelers who are showing the world that they can do anything. Following them helps because you can be like, “Oh, this place works with larger bodies.” 31 .Second plane seats and belt extendersSouthwest is one of the few airlines to offer plus-size passengers a free second seat. To ensure the extra space, Southwest recommends booking both seats beforehand, then making a request to get your money back. 32 Southwest states: “The armrest is t he definitive gauge (测量仪) for a customer of size. If you’re unable to lower both armrests, you need a second seat.” Even if your frame fits between the lowered arms, you may still need a seat-belt extender.33 .Finding size nclusive tripsFor Natalie Robinson, ziplining (压缩) in Costa Rica determined her bucket list. “Literally for the last 10 years, that’s all I talked about,” said the co-owner of Fat Girls Travel. 34 . Her fortunes changed completely on an August trip to Costa Rica, when a friend found an outfitter without weight restrictions. The guide said Robinson could dash through the rainforest as long as she could reach the starting point high in the tree tops.35When researching a trip, ask about weight restrictions as well as the availability of equipment that can accommodate your size. If you have concerns, bring your own equipment. Plus-size travelers emphasize the importance of being self-sufficient. Finding special clothes and equipment can be challenging in unfamiliar destinations.A. Pack your own equipmentB. Find supportive travel groups and tripsC. Their extra efforts are paying off as they discover how to travel comfortably andconfidentlyD. Ziplining provides much convenience for those fat girlsE. Many airlines use the armrests to determine whether a passenger requires more spaceF. Air-lines provide this extra piece of equipment free, and you can request it at the time ofboardingG. But ziplining generally has a weight limit, so she hadn’t been able to do itYou might say I found marathoning, step by step. Or perhaps it found me. I was 36 an athlete growing up. In fact, I have a hard time 37 that term to myself even today.It started when I joined a group of women in my neighborhood for a daily three-mile walk. At first it was 38 . But soon, my body adjusted and I wanted 39 . Before long, I was running 5 miles. Then I set a goal to run a half marathon. And I did complete the Covered Bridges Half Marathon. I thought, “Now what?” I started to 40 a marathon.It so happened that I 41 a meeting one night and listened to the speaker and coach, Rick Muhr, and was so 42 by his words. I told him that I had signed up for the Ocean State Marathon, just a week away, and that I really didn’t believe I could 43 . Rick locked eyes with me and said, “Trish, you’ve done enough training. You’ll finish!”I never had someone 44 me like that, let alone a real, live coach. He gave me the45 I needed. I set out to run my 46 marathon and completed it in 4:25:00. Little did I know that this would be the beginning of nearly a decade of marathon and distance running. Running a marathon isn’t for everybody. But it is for anybody, anybody who wants to47 the unreachable and to take that 48 into the rest of their life. When you cross the finish line you may never have a 49 picture of what you are made of and capable of accomplishing. Your 50 of the world and, more importantly, of yourself will forever be changed!36．A. always B. rarely C. never D. nearly37．A. pointing B. applying C. turning D. spreading38．A. hard B. relaxing C. unfamiliar D. exciting39．A. some B. both C. more D. none40．A. report B. record C. recall D. consider41．A. held B. missed C. attended D. mentioned42．A. inspired B. disturbed C. embarrassed D. amused43．A. participate B. finish C. win D. run44．A. agree with B. rely on C. care for D. believe in45．A. confidence B. pleasure C. satisfaction D. motivation46．A. last B. first C. only D. second47．A. test B. identify C. imagine D. reach48．A. knowledge B. request C. principle D. experience49．A. bigger B. brighter C. clearer D. nicer50．A. view B. love C. description D. memoryⅤ．单词拼写（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）请用Welcome Unit～U4所学单词填空。

辽宁省大连市滨城高中联盟2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试卷一、阅读理解The skin is an essential part of your body and is its largest organ. As you can imagine, getting burnt can lead to very serious injuries. The first and most important step in the treatment of burns is giving first aid. CAUSES OF BURNSYou can get burnt by a variety of things: hot liquids, steam, fire, radiation, the sun, electricity, acids, or other chemicals. TYPES OF BURNSBurns are divided into three types, depending on the depth of skin damage.● First- degree burns These affect only the top few millimetres of the skin. These burns are not serious. Examples include mild sunburn and burns caused by other minor household incidents.● Second- degree burns These go below the top layer of the skin. They are serious and take a few weeks to get better. Examples include burns caused by hot liquids.● Third- degree burns These affect every layer of the skin, and sometimes the tissue under it. Examples include burns caused by electric shocks, burning clothes, or petrol fires. These burns cause very severe internal injuries and the victim must go to the hospital at once.FIRST-AID TREATMENT1. Place burns under cool running water, especially within the first ten minutes. The cool water stops the burning process and reduces the pain and swelling.2. Dry the burnt area gently with a clean cloth.3. Remove any clothes using scissors if necessary, unless you see the fabric sticking to the burnt skin.4. Cover the burnt area with a loose clean cloth. Applying oil to the injured areas is a bad idea, as it will keep the heat in the wounds and may cause infection.5. If burns are on the face, make sure the victim can still breathe.6. If the victim is suffering from second or third- degree burns, there is an urgent need to take him/ her to the hospital at once.1．What is an example of a first- degree burn mentioned in the text?A．A slight kitchen burn.B．A burn from very hot water.C．A severe burn from a petrol fire.D．A deep tissue damage from steam.2．Why shouldn't oil be applied to burn?A．It is a poor conductor of heat.B．It can worsen the burn by trapping heat.C．It will increase pain and cause immediate scarring.D．It may lead to infection by creating a wet environment.3．Where would you expect to find the information above?A．A financial newsletter.B．A beauty and skincare guide.C．A home improvement magazine.D．A first- aid book.On a quiet afternoon, as the sunlight shone through the curtains and cast a warm glow on the attic (阁楼) floor, I started a journey through time. It was there, in the corner behind the old suitcase, that I made a fascinating discovery — a shoebox filled with old letters.These letters, tied together with a faded ribbon, were a collection of conversations between my grandmother and her friends from past time. The dusty smell of aged paper and ink filled the air, transporting me to a time when communication was a deliberate and heartfelt act.In an age where a simple text or email can convey our thoughts, these letters served as a deeply touching reminder of the depth and meaning that can be found in the written word. They were more than just messages; they were pieces of a life, snapshots of a time, and most importantly, they were a bridge between the past and the present, between my grandmother's generation and my own.With the letters safely back in their resting place, I made a quiet promise to myself — to pick up pen and paper more often, to write not just messages, but little pieces of history that future generations might one day cherish.In a world racing towards the future, it's the old letters that remind us to slow down, to appreciate the moment, and to write our own stories with care. And perhaps, one day, someone will find my letters and experience the same joy of discovery, the same sense of connection across the years. For now, the attic holds not just boxes of old letters but also the promise of stories yet to be told.4．What does the author consider the letters to be?A．Simple messages from the past.B．Bridges between different generations.C．Outdated communication methods.D．Unimportant things of past time.5．What personal resolution does the author make after reflecting on the letters?A．To clean the attic of unnecessary items.B．To digitize all family letters for preservation.C．To learn more about the history of the family.D．To write more frequently to maintain connections.6．Which sentence may the author agree according to the passage?A．Every family has a story to tell.B．The pen is stronger than the sword.C．Old letters carry voices from the past.D．The hand that writes the history makes the history.7．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A．Treasure in Letters.B．A Journey Through the Attic.C．Digital Distraction.D．The Power of Pen and Ink.Research into whether the human voice helps plants isn't conclusive. Even so, there are convincing reasons that chatting up your potted friends is good for them—and you.Plants don't interrupt when you' re speaking. They don't argue or ask difficult questions. And regardless of whether they're actually listening, research has shown them to be a calming presence. It's no wonder, then, that so many of us talk to ours.In a 2022 survey by trees. com. 50 percent of the 1, 250 respondents reported talking to their plants and trees. When asked why, 65 percent said they believe it helps them grow. The research. however, isn't definitive about this point. While studies have found that vibrations (震动) caused by sound do affect plants, the jury's still out on whether the human voice offers any specific benefit.A study in a 2003 issue of the journal Ultrasonics investigated the effects of classical music and the sounds of birds, insects and water on the growth of Chinese cabbage and cucumber. The conclusion? Both forms of sound exposure increased the vegetables' growth.“Plants definitely respond to vibrations in their environment — which can cause plants to grow differently and become more resistant to falling over, " says Heidi Appel. a professor of environmental sciences at the University of Toledo in Ohio. “Those vibrations can come from airborne (空气传播的) sounds or insects moving on the plants themselves. And plants will respond differently to tones and music than to silence. "Despite the lack of studies and evidence about the benefits of talking to your plants, there is at least one potential benefit. “If we identify with a living organism that we' re tasked with taking care of, we' re going to take better car c of it, " Appel says. For example, if talking to your plants helps you feel more connected to them, you might water, dust and prune (修剪) them more regularly and take other measures to care for them and help them thrive.8．What does “the jury's still out” imply about the effect of the human voice on plants in the paragraph 3?A．The result is still up in the air.B．The fact will be proven.C．General agreement has been reached.D．The possibility is ruled out.9．What does Heidi Appel suggest about the relationship between plants and humans?A．Plants prefer music over other sounds.B．Sound has little effect on plant growth.C．Feeling connected to plants can lead to better care.D．Plants can communicate with humans through sound.10．What is the author's attitude to the benefits of talking to plants?A．Indifferent and unconvinced.B．Objective with a positive outlook.C．Critical and dismissive.D．Highly enthusiastic and supportive. 11．What is the main idea of the passage?A．The best ways to care for plants.B．The history of plant research.C．How talking to plants can affect them.D．The advantages of indoor gardening.Why does one plus one equal two? One possible answer is “It just does!” Math can seem like a world of rules you just have to follow, which makes it seem rigid and boring. Whereas my love of math is somewhat driven by my love of breaking rules, or at least pushing against them.Sometimes, one plus one can equal more than two. If you and your friend both have enoughcash to buy one cup of coffee, then together you still might have enough to buy three. If one pair of tennis players gets together with another pair for an afternoon of tennis, there ends up being more than two pairs of tennis players because they could play in all sorts of different combinations.Sometimes, one plus one is just one, like if you put a pile of sand on top of another pile of sand, then you just get on c pile of sand. Or, as an art student of mine pointed out, if you mix one color with one color, you get one color.Actually, Math isn't really about getting the right answer. It's about building good justifications. I often hear parents complaining if children can do something one way, why do they need to know all these other ways?Imagine we were designing a jungle gym for children. We'd want to test it in every possible way to make sure it's safe. We'd want to jump on it, swing from it, fall from it and try to pull it out of the ground, rather than simply trusting that we built it well. The solidity of math comes from not wanting to trust things, but wanting to jump and swing and know that our framework will hold up. One of the reasons the framework is so strong is preciscly because we question it so deeply.I hope that we will start seeing mathematics as a place to pose questions and explore answers, rather than a place where the answers are fixed and we' re supposed to know them. And I hope we will place more emphasis on those who are curious, and who follow their curiosity on a journey that may be slow and without a clear destination, a quiet walk through the countryside rather than a race to the finish.12．In what way does the author approach mathematical rules?A．Thinking outside the box.B．Following them strictly.C．Finding them entertaining.D．Recognizing their importance.13．In the context of tennis players, what does the author mean by “one plus one can be more than two”?A．Tennis players can teach each other new techniques.B．More tennis equipment is needed for each additional player.C．The enjoyment of tennis doubles when more players are involved.D．Two pairs of tennis players can form multiple doubles combinations.14．What is the purpose of mentioning the jungle gym in paragraph 5?A．To simplify the complexity of mathematical learning.B．To illustrate the value of diverse mathematical approaches.C．To demonstrate that math is only useful in practical applications.D．To argue that a single method is sufficient for understanding math.15．What does the author hope for the future of mathematics?A．It will become more rule-based.B．It will focus on getting the correct answer.C．It will promote the joy of discovery.D．It will emphasize speed and efficiency.Summer can be fun — until boredom strikes. Scientists have learned that boredom reflects our human need for meaningful and challenging activities — and it often spurs us to find them. But where to start? 16 .Seek something meaningfulWe get a ton of satisfaction from looking beyond ourselves, helping others, and working to solve problems. Think of one tiny step you can take to help solve a problem that’s often on your mind. 17 . Talk with a parent about volunteering at a children’s library or an animal shelter.18Putting yourself out of your comfort zone is a surefire way to wake up your senses. Learn how to say three sentences in a language that has always fascinated you. Spend an afternoon playing a sport you never tried before. What makes you nervous? Tackle your fear: Sing in front of others. Ride a roller coaster. Learn about snakes.Add variety19 . Invite a new kid to join you in an activity. Try tasting a new food every week. Mix things up a little!Be a friend (OR two)When you try a new activity with someone, it’s double the fun! And it doesn’t matter if you’ re awesome or terrible at it. 20 . Go rollerskating, or try two- person juggling. Film a funny news show. Add mystery ingredients to cookies, then ask your family and friends to guess what’s in them.Leave room for surprisesNOT planning out every detail of your day can lead to wonderful things. Listen moreclosely to other people’s suggestions. Ask yourself “Why Not?” more often. Pay attention to what’s around you, and make time to explore!A．Branch outB．Play it safeC．You came to the right placeD．Then all of a sudden, restlessness sets inE．Take different routes to a place you go oftenF．Surprise a family member, friend, or neighbor by doing something nice for themG．Either way, you’re making memories that will become stories you tell over and over二、完形填空Every day, as I commute to school on the bus, I’m part of a diverse group of individuals. The bus is filled with the 21 faces of labor workers, the energetic chatting of students. and the thoughtful expressions of office professionals. The bus, with its constant movement, is a small 22 of the busy world outside, where everyone is on their own journey.One particular day, I was seated next to an elderly man whose eyes seemed to hold a depth of experience and wisdom. His presence served as a gentle 23 that each person carries unique stories shaped by the years.As the bus rolled along, it 24 me that our lives, much like this bus ride, are full of brief encounters and shared moments. We share the same space with others, yet often 25 to take the time to understand one another’s stories. This realization made me value each interaction more deeply. Each person I 26 on the bus, no matter how 27 , might have something valuable to share, something that could broaden my 28 into the world.Now. I’ve made it a 29 to appreciate these chance encounters. They may appear as ordinary folks, but each one has the potential to offer a new perspective or a life lesson. Life is a 30 of small, significant moments, and being mindful of them can greatly enrich our experiences and enable us to 31 more quickly to the intentions and feelings of others. So, let’s not be too 32 in our journey through life. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the beauty and connections we make, for they are the 33 teachers and the storytellers of ourshared human experience. By doing so, we 34 ourselves to learn from the people we meet and the world around us, 35 depth and color to our own lives that we might otherwise overlook.21．A．annoyed B．tired C．confused D．thrilled 22．A．imagination B．thought C．reflection D．impression 23．A．reminder B．warning C．sign D．mark 24．A．stuck B．occurred C．told D．hit25．A．start B．manage C．struggle D．fail26．A．run into B．find out C．come up D．go through 27．A．instantly B．regularly C．briefly D．deliberately 28．A．recognition B．insight C．awareness D．knowledge 29．A．duty B．point C．purpose D．mistake 30．A．collection B．part C．couple D．bit31．A．pick up B．catch on C．work out D．bring back 32．A．casual B．focused C．hurried D．concerned 33．A．strict B．patient C．silent D．motivated 34．A．force B．persuade C．advocate D．allow 35．A．engaging B．leaving C．making D．adding三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的词或括号内单词的正确形式。

浙江省9 1高中联盟2024-2025学年高一上学期期中考试英语试卷一、阅读理解Be a Junior LifeguardJunior Lifeguards is a free summer program educating local youth aged 13–17 in ocean awareness, beach safety, and lifeguarding skills such as ocean swimming and first aid. Participants will learn rescue skills from National Park Service lifeguards, with most classes meeting at Stinson Beach. The program includes working with emergency helpers from the NPS and other groups. Most activities are ocean-based; a wetsuit is strongly advised. Upon successfully finishing the program, participants will know how to recognize and safely swim out of rip currents, perform basic ocean rescues, know the first steps of what to do in a medical emergency, and have in-depth knowledge of the coastal Marin area of Golden Gate National Recreation Area.Important Dates:·Application Period: April 1st—June 1st.·Tryouts and Orientation: June 25th, 10: 00 am—1: 00 pm.·Class Dates: Mondays and Tuesdays, July 1st—August 6th.Class Time:·Ages 13-14: 10: 00 am—1: 30 pm.·Ages 15-17: 10: 00 am—3: 00 pm.Location:·Morning meetings at the main lifeguard tower, Stinson Beach.Tryouts:·Mandatory physical fitness screening on June 25th.·Includes a 600-yard ocean swim and a one-mile beach run.·4/3 wetsuits are strongly encouraged.Lifeguard Certification:·For participants of 15 and older, enrollment in American Red Cross lifeguard training.·No fee for training or certification, which can lead to paid lifeguard jobs.·Some online coursework required outside of class hours.·Must reach 15th birthday by program's end.1．What is the main aim of the Junior Lifeguards program?A．To provide a paid lifeguard course for teenagers.B．To offer a free summer lifeguarding skills training.C．To provide an advanced lifeguarding skills training.D．To teach adults about ocean awareness and beach safety.2．How long does the class last for ages 15–17?A．3 hours.B．4 hours.C．5 hours.D．6 hours.3．What benefit might one get from finishing the lifeguard training and getting certification?A．Paid lifeguard jobs.B．Water activity chances.C．Free lifeguard equipment.D．Improved swimming skills.People in a courtroom (法庭) were left astonished after an emotional reunion between a judge and one of her old classmates caught following an alleged burglary (涉嫌盗窃) .Arthur Booth aged 49 was arrested (逮捕) on Monday after being spotted driving a car that looked like the one used in a robbery and failing to stop after a police officer ordered him to pull over. A police chase followed, resulting in two accidents before he crashed the car. He ran away but was finally caught and faced several charges.US judge Mindy Glazer was taking charge of the case. When Arthur Booth was taken into court, the judge looked at him for a moment or two and then asked, “Did you go to Nautilus Middle School? ” “Oh my goodness, ” replied Mr. Booth several times, at first with smiles and then breaking down in tears. He repeatedly cried “Oh, my goodness. Oh, my goodness. ”In the heartbreaking scene, judge Glazer expressed her disappointment at the situation. “I always used to wonder what happened to you, sir, ” she told him. “I'm sorry to see you here. ” Mr Booth covered his head and cried as Glazer told the court, “This was the nicest kid in middle school. ” The judge said, “He was the best kid in middle school. I used to play football with him, all the kids, and look what has happened. ” Glazer said as Mr Booth continued to cry. “What's sad is how old we've become. Good luck to you sir, I hope you are able to come out of this and just lead a lawful life. ”Arthur Booth said, “Mindy has given me great encouragement. I will not give up my life. Now it is a new start for me.” Arthur Booth was a very good student, but in order to satisfy his gambling (赌博) addiction, he always engages himself in some stealing activities. As a result, he has to waste his good time in prison. Now his family hopes that the appearance of their old classmates and his own guilt can awaken his conscience.4．What was one reason for Arthur Booth’s arrest?A．He was addicted to gambling.B．He got involved in an alleged robbery.C．He was charged by his classmate.D．He ignored police order and crashed the car. 5．Why did Arthur Booth break down in tears?A．He was charged with theft.B．He was fully aware of his guilt.C．He recognized his old classmate.D．He thought of Nautilus Middle School. 6．Which of the following best describes Arthur Booth as a boy in middle school?A．Kind and well-behaved.B．Honest and generous.C．Intelligent and independent.D．Humorous and outgoing.7．What type of writing is this text?A．A diary.B．A play.C．A news story.D．A fairy tale.Art can be found almost everywhere on Earth. There are statues on mountaintops, sculptures under the sea, and art shows held in the middle of deserts. A group of over 30,000 artists has recently come together to place their works in a completely new location — the Moon. The project, named the Lunar Codex (月球密典), is dividing pieces they have gathered into five collections. The first one, the Orion (猎户座) Collection, was already sent into space to move around the Moon in 2022 on NASA's Orion spacecraft. The other four will be flown to different destinations on the Moon in future landing tasks.The Lunar Codex was founded by Canadian physicist, artist, and big businessman Samuel Peralta. Growing up with a love for both writing poetry and learning about space, Peralta dreamed of sending his poems to the Moon one day. Upon discovering that some lunar landing tasks were selling spare goods space on the ships, he booked places on five tasks. While the primary goals of these tasks are to transport lunar landers for scientific experiments, private organizations have been given the opportunity to buy any spare goods space for various purposes.The artwork included in the Lunar Codex stands for different kinds of artists and artistic forms. The collections at present have works from over 162 different countries. These include works from painters, photographers, writers, filmmakers, and more. The size of each piece of artwork will be miniaturized onto special plates that can be read with a microscope, a tool used in scientific study for making things look larger. Content such as music and movies will be saved on digital cards instead.While the idea of humanity colonizing (殖民于) the Moon was long just thought of as science fiction, countries worldwide are now seriously considering this possibility. Samuel Peralta hopes that the Lunar Codex can be the start of art and culture and later even humanity colonization on the Moon.8．How did Samuel Peralta realize his dream?A．By writing a book of poems about space.B．By founding a space transportation company.C．By travelling through NASA’s Orion spacecraft.D．By buying spare goods space on lunar landing tasks.9．What does the underlined word “miniaturized” in Paragraph 3 most probably mean?A．Reduced.B．Simplified.C．Copied.D．Enlarged. 10．What can we learn from the last paragraph?A．Colonizing the moon is just a human imagination at present.B．The idea of colonizing the moon has been a popular scientific theory.C．The Moon is always considered an ideal location for human colonization.D．The Lunar Codex may be the beginning of humanity colonizing the moon.11．What is the best title of the text?A．The Task of NASA B．Art on the MoonC．An Art and Space Lover D．The Moon ColonizationKiller whales are mama’s boys. A son will follow his mother, taking bits of fish and other food, throughout his life, even as his sisters grow up and have babies of their own. This neediness comes at a significant cost to mom, who gives up having additional children to look after her boy, according to a new study.Michael Weiss has observed the mother-son bond (纽带) in killer whale groups off the Pacific coast of North America. These animals live for tens of years, yet even fully grown males “act like little kids around their mom, swimming right beside her like they’re still babies”.Weiss wanted to know whether these children came at a cost — particularly, whether they hurt a mother’s fertility (生育能力) . He and his team studied 40 years’ worth of data on three Pacific pods (小群动物) . Sure enough, the team found a “huge effect”.In a given year, mothers of sons were less than half as likely to have another baby as were childless females or mothers of daughters. Noticeably, both a 3-year-old son and an 18-year-old son lowered their mom’s chances of having more children, Weiss says.The researchers suggest mom’s favoritism toward her boys developed because of the particular social structure of these pods. When a daughter gives birth, her babies stay in the same group and therefore compete with the rest for food and attention. By contrast, a son doesn’t bring more mouths into the group — he mates with females in passing pods who then go on to raise children in their own social units.His kids are thus “someone else’s problem”, Weiss explains. So, it makes sense for mom to give more energy to him than to his sisters if she wants as many grandchildren as possible with the least competition. The team didn’t find out exactly how sons prevented their mothers from having more babies. Weiss says he hopes to do more research in different species of whales. But now, killer whales remain an extreme example of parental care across the animal kingdom. “In other animals,” he says, “at some point, you just stop depending on your mom as much.”12．What's the main topic of the article?A．The social structure of killer whale pods.B．The difference in parental care across different whales.C．The behavior of male killer whales towards their mothers.D．The impact of mother-son bond on female killer whales’ fertility.13．What can we learn about a mother killer whale’s chance of having more babies?A．A mother of a son won’t have another baby.B．It is obviously reduced when she has a son.C．A mother of daughters has the least chance.D．It changes with the social structure of the pod.14．Why do mother killer whales favor their boys?A．To gain support from boys.B．To compete with other pods.C．To reduce competition for resources.D．To develop the pod’s population.15．What does Weiss think of the mother-son bond in killer whale groups?A．It is not common in nature.B．It shows that killer whales have feelings.C．It doesn’t exist in other species of whales.D．It slows male killer whales’ development.CyclingMany people enjoy cycling as a hobby. Cycling is an activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and it is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world.16 When you are cycling, every one of your muscles (肌肉) is doing something. This hobby can make your body do all the exercise to stay fit.TechniquesTechniques for cycling vary greatly depending on the type of cycling involved. Sprint (冲刺) cycling is a lot like sprint running and a lot of the muscles activities are involved. 17 They give a large amount of pressure on the bicycle pedals to get them going at a fast speed.For distance cycling, the most important is endurance (耐力) and many top class distance cyclists spend many hours doing endurance leg exercises.Equipment18 You don’t need expensive equipment to get started but, there is a minimum amount needed for your health: Helmet (头盔) — Don’t ever ride without one whether it is local law or not. Wearing a helmet can save your life, or at least make the difference between a bad headache and a severe head injury. Gloves — I have a pair of these, and you could consider them important. They absorb shock from the handles, but more importantly, if you crash, your hands are protected. Glasses — To some, these are a must. 19SafetyAlways be safe on the road. Do not be daring, do not insist on the right of way, do not break traffic, and always be as visible as possible. 20A．It is a sport that uses the whole body.B．These are a must if you ride after dark.C．For this, one needs to have strong leg muscles.D．It is important if you want to transport anything on your bike.E．They block bugs and other objects from hitting you in the eyes.F．Cycling, more than many other forms of sports, requires some necessary items.G．If you know the most common causes of accidents, you can be always careful.二、完形填空My dad is the best horseshoe pitcher (投手) in Webly County, and I aim to be the same. Every 21 I get, I’m pitching iron (铁) . Dad has taught me a lot of his skill. My 22 was to have my name carved on the Webly County Horseshoe Pitching Association Trophy Cup, just like my dad’s name had been for the last twelve years. Every spring, the association 23 a tournament (锦标赛) at the fairground. My dad always wins, but old Mr. Bloogey, his closest competitor, makes him 24 .When I was fourteen, Dad 25 his right arm before the tournament. I decided to pitch for him. Dad laughed, shaking his head. Mum widened her eyes, saying, “The very idea is 26 ! Girls don’t pitch horseshoes! ” “But I do it all the time, ” I disagreed. Dad and I changed her mind 27 . “Oh, go ahead! ” she said. “Make a fool of yourself! Maybe it’ll teach you a (n) 28 ! ”I signed up for the tournament. The men laughed and 29 my dad, but they let me pitch. None of them wanted to 30 frightened in front of a teenage girl. Besides, they figured I would be defeated in the first 31 .Well, I showed all those men. I won game after game. My fingers got 32 and my arm ached, but I paid no attention to them. Finally, the tournament was 33 to just Mr. Bloogey and me. He 34 me tensely, and I knew he had probably figured the 35 was his when Dad gave up the tournament. Now, here I was, standing between him and his prize. We pitched and we pitched, and I finally won.21．A．site B．schedule C．lecture D．chance22．A．strength B．goal C．trip D．interest 23．A．holds B．celebrates C．affects D．recognizes 24．A．think B．fail C．sweat D．cry 25．A．moved B．raised C．lowered D．broke 26．A．new B．dangerous C．successful D．foolish27．A．in the end B．in that case C．in this way D．in that moment 28．A．answer B．lesson C．solution D．example 29．A．cheated B．admired C．helped D．joked 30．A．grow B．turn C．appear D．stay 31．A．round B．circle C．effort D．role 32．A．burnt B．painful C．powerful D．connected 33．A．narrowed B．widened C．recorded D．influenced 34．A．cheered B．backed C．pardoned D．eyed 35．A．iron B．cup C．field D．research三、语法填空阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。

2023_2024学年广东省中山市高一上册期中英语模拟测试卷第Ⅰ卷（选择题，共100分）第一部分听力理解（每小题2分满分20分）每段播放两遍。

各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。

请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

听下面一段对话，回答第1—2题。

1. What does the man say about the shoes?A. They are comfortable.B. They carry good wishes.C. They never go out of date.2. Who will the man buy a pair of tiger-head shoes for?A. His daughter.B. His son.C. His cousin.听下面一段对话，回答第3―5题。

3. What is the man doing probably?　A. Hosting a program.B. Watching a video.C. Organizing a ceremony.4. When is the Children's Carnival held in Sandown?A. In May.B. In July.C. In August.5. What is the woman going to talk about next?A. The carnival parade.B. The carnival food.C. The carnival legends.听下面一段独白，回答第6—8题。

6. Where did the speaker and his wife go`on Saturday morning?A. The art tent.B. The food tent.C. The play tent.7. What did the speaker's family do together on Saturday evening?A. They sang.B. They cooked.C. They danced.8. What did Stella have her face painted as?A. A cat.B. A dog.C. A rabbit.听下面一段对话，回答第9―10题。

人教版英语高一上学期期中模拟试题及解答参考一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、What is the weather like today?A. It’s sunny.B. It’s cloudy.C. It’s rainy.Answer: AExplanation: The question asks about the weather today. The correct answer is “It’s sunny,” which is option A.2、 How does the man feel about the new movie?A. Excited.B. Bored.C. Uninterested.Answer: AExplanation: The man expresses his feelings about the new movie. The correct answer is that he is “excited,” which is option A.3、- Dialogue: Woman: Can you tell me where the nearest post office is? Man: Sure, go straight ahead until you reach the traffic lights, then turn left. It’s just next to the supermarket.•Question: Where is the post office located?•Options:A. Next to the bank.B. Across from the supermarket.C. Next to the supermarket.D. Behind the traffic lights.•Answer: C. Next to the supermarket.•Explanation: The man clearly indicates that the post office is located next to the supermarket after giving directions to go straight and turn left at the traffic lights.4、- Dialogue: Man: Excuse me, does this bus go to the train station? Woman: No, you’ll need to take the number 7 bus. This one is the number 12, which goes to the airport.•Question: Which bus should the man take to get to the train station?•Options:A. Number 12 bus.B. Number 7 bus.C. Any bus from here.D. The airport shuttle.•Answer: B. Number 7 bus.•Explanation: The woman informs the man that he needs to take the number7 bus to get to the train station, as the number 12 bus, which is the onethey are discussing, goes to the airport instead.5、You will hear a short conversation between two students. After that, you will hear five questions about the conversation. Listen carefully and choose the best answer to eachquestion.Question 5: How much money does the student need to borrow from the bank?A.$200B.$300C.$400D.$500Answer: B.$300Explanation: In the conversation, the student says, “I need to borrow$300 to buy a new laptop.” Therefore, the correct answer is B.$300.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、Listen to the following conversation and choose the best answer to the question you hear.A. The man is looking for a bookshop.B. The woman is a librarian.C. The man is borrowing a book.D. The woman is suggesting a place to eat.Answer: CExplanation: The man says, “Excuse me, could you help me find this book?” and the woman responds, “Certainly, I’ll show you where it is,” indicating that the man is borrowing a book.2、 Listen to the following dialogue and complete the sentence with themissing word you hear.W: I really enjoyed your presentation at the conference last week. It was very informative.M: Thank you. I’m glad you found it helpful. By the way, are you going to the workshop on “Advanced Data Analysis” this afternoon?W: Yes, I am. I think it will be beneficial for my research.M: That’s great. We can discuss some of the methods we’ve used in our project.Answer: beneficialExplanation: The woman says, “I think it will be beneficial for my research,” which completes the sentence with the missing word “beneficial.”3.You hear a conversation between two students in the library.A. The student is looking for a quiet place to study.B. The student is borrowing a book.C. The student is asking for help with a project.D. The student is inquiring about the library rules.Answer: AExplanation: The student is asking for a quiet place to study, as indicated by the words “I was wondering if you could recommend a quiet spot in the library?”4.You hear a radio report about a local event.A. The event is a charity run to raise funds for a community center.B. The event is a music festival featuring local bands.C. The event is a food fair showcasing international cuisine.D. The event is a sports competition between neighboring schools.Answer: AExplanation: The radio report mentions “this Saturday’s charity run” and “supporting the new community center,” which indicates that the event is a charity run.5.You will hear a short conversation between two friends, Tom and Alice. Listen carefully and choose the best answer to the following question.Question: What are Tom and Alice mainly discussing?A. Their school lifeB. A recent movie they watchedC. Their upcoming vacationD. Their favorite sports activitiesAnswer: BExplanation: The conversation starts with Tom asking Alice if she has watched the latest movie, which indicates that they are discussing a recent movie they watched together. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.6.You will hear a passage about the importance of exercise. Listen carefully and answer the following question.Question: According to the passage, which of the following benefits of exercise is NOT mentioned?A. Reduces stressB. Improves sleep qualityC. Enhances brain functionD. Boosts immune systemAnswer: BExplanation: The passage mentions the benefits of exercise such as reducing stress, enhancing brain function, and boosting the immune system. However, it does not mention the improvement of sleep quality as a benefit of exercise. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.7.Listen to the following dialogue and choose the best answer to the question you hear.A. They are going to the library.B. They are going to the cinema.C. They are going to the park.D. They are going to the shopping mall.Answer: BExplanation: The first speaker mentions they want to see a movie, and the second speaker agrees and suggests going to the cinema. Therefore, the correct answer is B.8.Listen to the following passage and answer the question you hear. Question: What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To inform about a new restaurant opening.B. To discuss the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.C. To review a recent sports event.D. To introduce a new study about sleep.Answer: DExplanation: The passage starts by stating the importance of sleep and then goes on to introduce a recent study that has found new insights about sleep. The main purpose is to inform the listener about this new study, so the correct answer is D.9.You hear a conversation between two students discussing a school event.A. They are planning to attend a school dance.B. They are discussing the upcoming sports day.C. They are talking about a school trip to the museum.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation includes references to running races, physical fitness, and teamwork, which are typical themes of a sports day event. Therefore, the correct answer is B, as they are discussing the upcoming sports day.10.You hear a radio announcement about a local charity event.A. The event is a charity concert to raise funds for a local hospital.B. The event is a charity auction to support a children’s shelter.C. The event is a charity walk to promote awareness of cancer.Answer: CExplanation: The radio announcement mentions a “charity walk” and includes details about participants raising money and awareness for a specific cause.The mention of walking and raising funds for cancer awareness makes C the correct answer, as the event is a charity walk.11.You will hear a conversation between two friends. Listen to the conversation and choose the best answer to the question.Question: What is the woman planning to do after the conversation?A. Go to the gym.B. Study for her math test.C. Attend a party.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, the woman mentions that she has a math test on Friday and needs to study. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.12.You will hear a short passage about the importance of exercise. Listen to the passage and answer the following question.Question: What is the main idea of the passage?A. Exercise is good for physical health.B. Exercise can help improve concentration.C. Exercise is essential for a balanced lifestyle.Answer: AExplanation: The passage primarily focuses on the benefits of exercise for physical health, such as reducing the risk of chronic diseases and improving cardiovascular health. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.13.You hear a conversation between two students discussing a school project.Listen and answer the question.Question: What are the students planning to do for their project?A. Perform a play.B. Write a report.C. Organize a sports event.D. Conduct a survey.Answer: B. Write a report.Explanation: The students mention that they need to collect data and analyze it for their project, which suggests they are planning to write a report.14.You hear a dialogue between a teacher and a student about an upcoming science fair. Listen and answer the question.Question: What does the student need help with for the science fair?A. Choosing a topic.B. Preparing the experiment.C. Writing a presentation.D. Finding a partner.Answer: C. Writing a presentation.Explanation: The student expresses concern about being able to clearly explain their project in a presentation, indicating that they need help with writing the presentation.15.A) He is 17 years old.B) She is 17 years old.C) They are 17 years old.D) He and she are 17 years old.Answer: A) He is 17 years old.Explanation: The conversation mentions “How old are you?” and the response is “I am 17.” Therefore, the correct answer is A) He is 17 years old.三、阅读第一节（第1题7.5分，其余每题10分，总37.5分）第一题Reading PassageIn the small coastal town of Seabreeze, there was once a young man named Tom. Tom had always been fascinated by the ocean and its mysteries. One day, he decided to take up scuba diving, a hobby that allowed him to explore the depths of the sea. As he dove deeper and deeper, Tom discovered a hidden world of colorful fish, exotic plants, and breathtaking coral reefs.However, Tom soon realized that this beautiful underwater world was under threat. Plastic pollution was causing significant damage to the marine ecosystem. He decided to take action and started an initiative to clean up the coastal area. With the help of his friends and local volunteers, they organized clean-up drives, collected trash from the beaches, and educated the community about the importance of taking care of the environment.Word soo n spread about Tom’s efforts, and he received support from local businesses and government agencies. Together, they implemented programs toreduce plastic usage and promote sustainable practices. As a result, the marine ecosystem began to recover, and the once-damaged coral reefs started to flourish again.Tom’s story inspired many others to take action and protect the environment. He became a symbol of hope and determination, proving that even a single person could make a difference.Questions:1、What hobby did Tom take up to explore the depths of the sea?A. FishingB. Scuba divingC. SnorkelingD. Surfing2、What issue did Tom discover while diving?A. OverfishingB. Climate changeC. Plastic pollutionD. Water pollution3、What did Tom do to clean up the coastal area?A. He planted trees along the beach.B. He organized clean-up drives and educated the community.C. He built a wall to protect the beaches from erosion.D. He started a recycling program.4、What was the resul t of Tom’s efforts?A. The marine ecosystem continued to decline.B. The coral reefs remained damaged.C. The community became more aware of environmental issues.D. The town’s economy suffered due to the pollution.Answers:1、B2、C3、B4、CSecond Question: Reading Comprehension Section 1Passage:On the morning of November 9, 1929, millions of people across the United States awoke to a shock. The stock market had crashed, and the Great Depression was about to begin. The crash was caused by a combination of factors, including speculation, overproduction, and a lack of regulation. As a result, banks failed, people lost their jobs, and the economy spiraled into a deep recession.The Great Depression lasted for a decade, from 1929 to 1939. During this time, unemployment rates soared, and many families were forced to live in makeshift shelters known as “Hoovervilles,” named after President Herbert Hoover, who was seen as ineffective in dealing with the crisis. Despite the hardships, the Depression also led to some positive changes, such as thedevelopment of new social welfare programs and the election of Franklin D. Roosevelt, who implemented the New Deal to help the economy recover.1、The Great Depression began in the year:A)1928B)1929C)1930D)19312、Which of the following factors did NOT contribute to the stock market crash of 1929?A)SpeculationB)OverproductionC)Excessive regulationD)Lack of regulation3、What was a “Hooverville”?A) A luxurious resort for the wealthyB) A government-built housing projectC) A makeshift shelter for the unemployedD) A school for orphans4、Which president is mentioned as being seen as ineffective in dealing with the Great Depression?A)Franklin D. RooseveltB)Herbert HooverC)John F. KennedyD)Lyndon B. JohnsonAnswers:1、B) 19292、C) Excessive regulation3、C) A makeshift shelter for the unemployed4、B) Herbert Hoover第三题Reading Passage:The following is an excerpt from a book about the history of technology. It discusses the invention of the printing press.In the mid-15th century, Johannes Gutenberg, a German goldsmith, made a revolutionary change to the world of publishing. He invented the printing press, which drastically altered the way books were produced and distributed. Before the printing press, books were copied by hand, a time-consuming and expensive process. The invention of the printing press allowed for the mass production of books, leading to an explosion in literacy and the spread of knowledge.Gutenberg’s printing press used movable type, which could be reused and rearranged to create different texts. This made the process of printing much faster and more efficient. The first book to be printed using this method was the Bible, which was completed in 1455. The widespread availability of the Bible and other religious texts led to a significant increase in religious literacy among the common people.The printing press also had a profound impact on the spread of science andtechnology. It allowed scientists to share their discoveries more quickly and widely, which accelerated the pace of innovation. The printing press was instrumental in the Renaissance, a period of great cultural and intellectual growth in Europe.1、What was the main impact of Johannes Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press?A、It increased the cost of book production.B、It made books more expensive for the general public.C、It significantly changed the way books were produced and distributed.D、It decreased the literacy rate among the common people.答案：C2、How did the printing press affect the production of books?A、It made books more difficult to produce.B、It required more manual labor to produce books.C、It allowed for the mass production of books.D、It made books more expensive to produce.答案：C3、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of the printing press?A、An increase in religious literacy.B、The spread of science and technology.C、The decline of the Renaissance.D、A faster pace of innovation.答案：C4、What was the first book printed using Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press?A、The QuranB、The Declaration of IndependenceC、The Gutenberg BibleD、The Magna Carta答案：C第四题Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.The Rise of Social MediaIn the last decade, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. From Facebook to Twitter, Instagram to LinkedIn, these platforms have revolutionized the way we communicate, share information, and stay connected with others. The following article explores the impact of social media on society, its benefits, and its potential drawbacks.The Impact of Social Media on SocietySocial media has had a profound impact on society. It has made it easier for people to stay in touch with friends and family, regardless of geographical distance. This has led to a more interconnected world where cultural exchange and understanding are more accessible than ever before. However, thisinterconnectedness also brings challenges, such as the spread of misinformation and cyberbullying.1、What is one of the main benefits of social media mentioned in the passage?A)The ability to spread misinformation.B)Staying in touch with friends and family.C)The rise of cyberbullying.D)The decline of face-to-face communication.Answer: B)2、According to the passage, what is one of the challenges brought by social media?A)Improved cultural exchange.B)The spread of misinformation.C)Increased face-to-face communication.D)Enhanced privacy.Answer: B)3、The passage suggests that social media has led to a more___________world.A)isolatedB)interconnectedC)privateD)competitiveAnswer: B)4、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential drawback of social media in the passage?A)The spread of misinformation.B)Improved cultural exchange.C)Cyberbullying.D)The decline of traditional media.Answer: B)四、阅读第二节（12.5分）Reading SectionPassage:The rise of the Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate, work, and learn. With just a few clicks, we can connect with people from all over the world, access vast amounts of information, and even complete tasks from the comfort of our homes. One of the most significant impacts of the Internet is on education. Online learning platforms have become increasingly popular, allowing students to attend virtual classes, access educational resources, and interact with teachers and peers from any location. This essay discusses the advantages and disadvantages of online learning.Advantages of Online Learning:1.Flexibility: Online learning offers students the flexibility to study at their own pace and schedule. This is particularly beneficial for working adults and students with family commitments.2.Access to a wide range of resources: Online learning platforms provideaccess to a vast array of educational materials, including videos, textbooks, and interactive modules, which can enhance the learning experience.3.Cost-effective: Online courses are often more affordable than traditional classroom-based courses, making education accessible to a broader audience.Disadvantages of Online Learning:ck of face-to-face interaction: One of the main drawbacks of online learning is the absence of face-to-face interaction, which can hinder the development of social skills and collaboration.2.Limited support: Online students may find it challenging to receive adequate support from teachers and peers, as they lack the physical presence and direct communication that traditional classrooms offer.3.Self-discipline and motivation: Online learning requires a high level of self-discipline and motivation, as students are responsible for managing their time and staying on track.Questions:1.What is one of the advantages of online learning mentioned in the passage?A. It is more expensive than traditional education.B. It offers students the flexibility to study at their own pace and schedule.C. It is less flexible than traditional education.D. It requires less self-discipline and motivation.2.According to the passage, what is a potential disadvantage of online learning?A. It provides access to a wide range of resources.B. It offers face-to-face interaction with teachers and peers.C. It lacks the physical presence and direct communication of traditional classrooms.D. It is more affordable than traditional education.3.Why might online learning be beneficial for working adults?A. It requires less self-discipline and motivation.B. It lacks the physical presence and direct communication of traditional classrooms.C. It offers flexibility to study at their own pace and schedule.D. It is more expensive than traditional education.4.The passage states that online learning platforms provide access to a vast array of educational materials. What type of material is NOT mentioned in the passage?A. VideosB. TextbooksC. Interactive modulesD. Podcasts5.What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To promote online learning.B. To criticize the traditional education system.C. To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of online learning.D. To encourage students to attend virtual classes.Answers:1.B2.C3.C4.D5.C五、语言运用第一节 _ 完形填空（15分）Title: People’s Education Edition English First Semester Grade 10 Mid-term Exam -Section Five: Language Application - Part I: Cloze TestPassage:The rise of technology has dramatically changed the way we live and work. In the past, communication was limited to face-to-face interactions or letters. Now, with the advent of the internet and social media, we can connect with people across the globe in an instant. This rapid change has both positive and negative impacts.The positive aspects of technology are undeniable. It has made information more accessible, allowing us to learn new skills and stay updated with the latest news. It has also revolutionized the way businesses operate, increasing efficiency and productivity. However, there are also negative consequences.One of the major concerns is the impact on our social lives. Spending toomuch time online can lead to social isolation, as people may prefer virtual interactions to real-life ones. Additionally, the constant exposure to social media can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem.Another issue is the potential for online fraud and cybercrimes. With so much personal information being shared online, individuals are at a higher risk of falling victim to scams and identity theft.Despite these challenges, many argue that the benefits of technology far outweigh the drawbacks. They believe that with proper education and awareness, we can navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.Here is an example of how technology has transformed our daily lives:munication: Before the internet, if you wanted to talk to someone in another country, you would have to wait days for a letter to arrive. Now, you can have a video call with them in a matter of minutes.cation: Online courses and e-learning platforms have made education more flexible and accessible. Students can learn at their own pace and from the comfort of their homes.3.Health: Telemedicine has become increasingly popular, allowing patients to consult with doctors remotely and receive treatment without leaving their homes.4.Environment: Technology has enabled us to monitor and control energy consumption more efficiently, reducing our carbon footprint.5.Business: E-commerce has opened up new markets and made it possible for businesses to reach a global audience.Now, read the following passage and choose the best option to complete each sentence.Questions:1.The rise of technology has had a significant impact on our __________.a) educationb) economyc) social livesd) environment2.One of the positive aspects of technology is that it has made __________.a) communication slowerb) information less accessiblec) learning more difficultd) news harder to find3.Spending too much time online can lead to __________.a) increased productivityb) improved communicationc) social isolationd) better health4.Online fraud and cybercrimes are more prevalent due to __________.a) the decrease in personal information shared onlineb) the increase in social media usagec) the elimination of technology in our livesd) the rise of e-commerce5.Many argue that the benefits of technology__________the drawbacks.a) outweighb) ignorec) complementd) emphasize6.The internet has made it possible to have a__________with someone in another country in a matter of minutes.a) letterb) phone callc) video calld) text message7.Online courses have made education __________.a) more expensiveb) less flexiblec) more accessibled) less effective8.Telemedicine has become popular because it allows patients to __________.a) travel to see doctorsb) consult with doctors remotelyc) rely on traditional medicined) avoid doctors altogether9.Technology has helped us to__________energy consumption.a) increaseb) decreasec) monitord) ignore10.E-commerce has enabled businesses to __________.a) reduce their marketsb) reach a global audiencec) focus on local customersd) eliminate physical storesAnswers:1.c) social lives2.c) information more accessible3.c) social isolation4.b) increase in social media usage5.a) outweigh6.c) video call7.c) more accessible8.b) consult with doctors remotely9.b) decrease10.b) reach a global audience六、语言运用第二节 _ 语法填空（15分）Grammar Fill-in-the-BlankDirections: Read the passage carefully. For each blank, choose the most appropriate word or phrase from the options given below to complete the passage. There are 10 blanks in total.Passage:“The importance of environmental conservation has become increasingly evident over recent years. With global warming and pollution causing severe damage to our planet, it is now more crucial than ever that we take action to protect our natural world. Many people believe that individuals can make a significant difference by making small changes in their daily lives, such as recycling waste, using public transport, and reducing energy consumption. Others argue that real change must come from government policies and corporate responsibility. Both viewpoints have merit, but one thing is clear: everyone has a role to play in preserving Earth’s resources for future generations.”Questions:1.The importance of environmental conservation has become increasingly evident (blank1) recent years.•Options: A) at, B) in, C) over, D) during2.With global warming and pollution causing severe damage (blank2) our planet…•Options: A) on, B) to, C) at, D) with3….it is now more crucial than ever that we take action (blank3) protect our naturalworld.•Options: A) to, B) for, C) in order, D) so as4.Many people believe that individuals can make a significant difference (blank4) making small changes…•Options: A) through, B) by, C) via, D) with5….such as recycling waste, using public transport, and reducing energy (blank5).•Options: A) use, B) consume, C) consumption, D) usage6.Others argue that real change must (blank6) from government policies and corporate responsibility.•Options: A) come, B) comes, C) coming, D) came7.Both viewpoints have (blank7), but one thing is clear…•Options: A) value, B) merit, C) worth, D) significance8….everyone has a role (blank8) play in preserving Earth’s resources…•Options: A) for, B) of, C) to, D) in9….for future (blank9).•Options: A) generation, B) generations, C) generation’s, D) generations’10.Everyone has a role to play in preserving Earth’s resources for future generations.•This sentence is correct and does not require any changes.Now let’s provide the answers for these blanks based on standard English grammar and usage.Here are the correct answers for the grammar fill-in-the-blank exercise:1.Over recent years. - Option C2.Causing severe damage to our planet… - Option B3.Take action to protect our natural world. - Option A。

2024-2025学年度（上）高三期中考试英语试题考试时间：120分钟；满分：120分注意事项：1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息2．请将正确答案填写在答题卡上第I卷（选择题）第一部分阅读(共两节，满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、 B、C D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

ADriver WantedClean driving license (执照).Must be of smart appearance.Age over 25.Apply to (申请): Capes Taxi, 17 Palace Road, Royston.Air Hostesses for International Flights WantedApplicants (申请者) must be between 20 and 33 years old.Height: 1. 6 m to 1. 75m.Education to GCSE standard.Two languages. Must be able to swim.Apply to: Recruitment (招聘) office, Southern Airlines, Heathrow Airport West. HR 37 KK.Teachers NeededFor private language school.Having college education.Teaching experience unnecessary.Apply to: The Director of Studies, Instant Languages Ltd. 279 Canal Street, Royston. 1．What prevents Jack, an experienced taxi driver, working for Capes Taxi?A．Unable to speak a foreign language.B．Punished for speeding and wrong parking.C．Fond of beer and wine.D．Not having college education.2．What prevents Mary, aged 25, becoming an air hostess?A．She has never worked as an air hostess before.B．She doesn't feel like working long hours flying abroad.C．She can't speak Japanese very well.D．She once broke a traffic law and was fined3．Which of the following is not mentioned in the three advertisements?A．Education.B．Working experience.C．Male or female.D．Marriage.B“Colour” and “color”, “favourite” and “favorite”, “honour” and “honor”… Have you ever wondered why Americans spell those words without a “u”? Is it because they are lazy? Of course not. In fact, the difference in spelling was started by Noah Webster(1758 — 1843). He was a teacher who reformed (改革) English to make American identity (特征) stronger. Linguists (语言学家) celebrate his birthday on October 16 every year.After the Revolutionary War (1775 — 1783), Webster believed that Americans should have their own dictionary, rather than rely on British dictionaries. He dropped the British “u” in some words. And he changed “centre” into “center” for children to learn English by spelling words more like what they sounded. He used “subway” instead of British word “underground”. Some other examples are “soccer” and “football”, “fall” and “autumn”.Webster wasn’t shy about expressing his opinions. In defining (定义) preposterous(unreasonable), he wrote: “A republican government in the hands of female is preposterous.” Webster spent 28 years on the project before completing the 70,000-word dictionary with his American-style spelling in 1828. He also added local words.His dictionary was widely used in schools. Linguists believed it helped a new country achieve unity (统一) and cultural independence at a time when most people cared about political freedom.“He was the creator of our language and the creator of American identity,” said Joshua Kendall, who is working on a book about Webster. “He at last brought us together through our language.”4．Which is NOT true about Webster’s dictionary?A．It has local words in it.B．It is a 70,000-word dictionary.C．All the words are spelled without “u”.D．Its words are in American-style spelling.5．What does the underlined phrase “rely on” in Paragraph 2 mean?A．Depend on.B．Trust in.C．Put up with.D．Give up. 6．What do people think of Webster’s dictionary?A．It is the only dictionary that Americans still use today.B．It helped to bring Americans together besides its cultural influence.C．It has no influence on the development of American English.D．It helped to make American English more useful than British English.7．What’s the main idea of the passage?A．The development of the British English.B．American English is better than British English.C．Noah Webster added local words to the dictionary.D．Noah Webster wrote an American English dictionary and reformed English.COne August afternoon, Richard Allen dropped off his last passenger, Mrs. Carey. Lifting two grocery bags, he followed her across the yard and stood on the step of her house. Glancing up, he saw a large wasp (黄蜂) nest under the roof. Allen had heard that wasps can become more likely to sting (蜇) in summer. He mentioned this to Mrs. Carey, who had opened the door.“Oh, they don’t bother me,” she said lightly. “I go in and out all the time.”Anxiously, Allen looked at the nest again—— to see the wasps flying straight at him. “Hurry!” he shouted to Mrs. Carey. “Get in!”She stepped quickly inside. Allen ran for his mini-bus. Too late; they were upon him. Just as he jumped aboard, half a dozen red spots showed on his arm, and he felt more on his back and shoulders.As he was driving down the road, Allen felt as if something was burning at the back of his neck, and the “fire” was spreading forward toward his face. And immediate anxiety took hold of him.Allen knew that stings could cause some persons to die. But he had been stung the previous summer and the after-effects soon passed. However, what he didn’t know what that the first sting had turned his body into a time bomb waiting for the next to set off an explosion.Miles from the nearest medical assistance, Allen began to feel his tongue thick and heavy and his heartbeat louder. Most frightening, he felt his breathing more and more difficult. He reached for the radio mike (话筒), trying to call the mini-bus center, but his words were hardly understandable. Signals were also poor that far out. He knew a rescue team was on 24-hour duty at the Amherst Fire Department’s north station. So his best chance was to make a run for it.Rushing down the mountain, Allen tried not to panic, focusing his mind on each sharp turn. He was almost through the last of them when he felt sure he was going into shock (休克). Just then he reached for the radio mike again.“Call fire station,” he shouted, concentrating to form the words. “Emergency. Bee sting. Emergency. There in ten minutes.”“Five-ten,” the center replied.Hold on, Allen thought. Keep your eyes open. Breathe. Keep awake.At last he reached the station. Two firemen ran out. Allen felt their hands grasp him before he hit the ground. You made it, he thought.8．It is mentioned in the passage that wasps are more likely to attack when _______.A．there are huge noisesB．strangers are approachingC．the air is filled with food smellD．the hottest season comes around9．Allen didn’t know that if stung by wasps again, he would _______.A．have no after-effectsB．suffer from sharper painC．surely lose his lifeD．become more sensitive10．Allen failed at his first attempt to send his message to the mini-bus center because _______.A．he was unable to speak clearlyB．his radio equipment was poorC．he was in a state of shockD．no one was on duty11．Which would be the best title for the passage?A．Allen, A Helpless DriverB．Wasps, Bloody KillersC．A Race Against DeathD．War Against WaspsDArmy ants are mainly distributed in South America and Africa and mostly live in the Amazon River basin. They like to live in groups and generally one or two million in a group. They are migratory, have no fixed on the move. When encountering obstacles such as gaps, army ants are able to connect their bodies to each other and build a bridge for large groups of ants to pass through, saving crawling distance. The bridge can be built and removed very quickly, in seconds.Christopher Reid of the University of Sydney’s Insect Behaviour and Ecology Laboratory, said that when studying the ant bridge, he initially assumed that once the ant bridge was built the two end positions of the bridge would be fixed, and the bridge itself would be relatively stationary (不动的).However, after observation, it was found that the ant bridge would constantly change according to the army ants’ knowledge of the outside world. The ant bridge can move slowly from the original position, increasing the number of ants in the bridge, extending the length of the bridge, so that other ants may save a lot of efforts by using the ant bridge instead of taking other routes. In this way, it can continuously compress the distance to the target area.Meanwhile, the researchers have also found that the changing ant bridge does not always achieve the shortest distance. When the bridge is extended to a certain extent, the number of ants involved in the construction of the ant bridge will not continue to increase, and the length of the bridge will stop growing.Researchers believe that army ants use the best methods in the construction of bridges. Since the ants involved in building the bridge are unable to participate in other work, the colony stops putting in more ants as soon as it finds that the number of ants put into extending the bridge is out of balance with the number of ants needed for other jobs.12．What is mainly introduced about army ants in paragraph 1?A．Their migration.B．Their distribution.C．Their living habits.D．Their hunting targets.13．What did the research find about the bridge built by army ants ?A．It becomes longer constantly.B．It keeps unchanged once built.C．It achieves the shortest distance.D．It is adjusted according to the needs.14．What does the underlined word “compress” mean in paragraph 3?A．Reduce.B．Calculate.C．Neglect.D．Judge.15．What is the writing purpose of the text ?A．To stress the importance of cooperation.B．To explain army ants’ incredible strength.C．To show army ants’ collective intelligence.D．To indicate the harmony between nature and human.第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)根据下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。