广东省珠海市普通高中2018届高三英语12月月考试题04

广东省珠海市紫荆中学高三英语测试题含解析一、选择题1. —Did you enjoy your holiday?—Yes．it's the best holiday I these years．A．had B．would have C．had had D．have had参考答案：D2. It has been many years I last saw Jack Smith.A.whenB.sinceC.beforeD.for参考答案：B3. For the sake of your health, I’d rather you ___ a flat in the mountain than ___ in downtownarea as the transport is getting more convenient.A. bought, oneB. to buy, thatC. bought, the oneD. to buy, what参考答案：A略4. The boy wanted to ride his bicycle in the street , but his mother told him ___________.A. not toB. not to doC. not do itD. do not to参考答案：A5. All of us thought _________ no use talking about some unpractical matters frequently.A. thatB. itC. thisD. which 参考答案：B略6. –What has happened to Jack?–He’s had one of his legs _____trying to save a boy from the fire.A. injuringB. injuredC. being injuredD. to be injured参考答案：B7. — I like your new shoes!— Thanks. I had to try on almost a dozen pairs _________ I decided to get them.A. asB. whenC. afterD. before参考答案：D【详解】考查连词。

2018高考高三语文11月月考试题05第I卷（选择题，共36分）一、 (15分，每小题3分)1．下列词语中加点的字，每对读音都不相同的一组是A．勾．结/勾．当混．迹/混．合泳扁．担/一叶扁．舟B．哽咽．/吞咽．翘．首／翘．尾巴抢．球／呼天抢．地C．名宿．/宿．舍更．加／更．衣室转载．／千载．难逢D．横．幅/横．祸淡泊．／梁山泊．差．额/差．强人意2．下列词语中，没有错别字的-组是A．部署覆盖凉飕飕攻艰克难B．硝烟笼统放冷箭敏行讷言C．遐想影壁破天荒出神入化D．宿愿倾倒紧箍咒来垄去脉3．下列各句中，标点符号使用正确的一项是A．林书豪现在的状态并不是最佳，他的膝伤一直都存在。

“我觉得没问题，今天我没有感觉出任何的不对劲”，林书豪解释说：但他明天能否上场，球队表示需要看他B．在巡航过程中；我海上编队对外国钻探平台进行了喊话，要求对方报告平台信息和油气开采情况。

然后对黄岩岛、火艾礁、西月岛、安达礁……等岛礁进行了抵近观察和监视。

C．邹城尊贤重才的传统源选流长，实施“百名高层次人才引进计划”三年以来，更是精心构筑人才聚集“洼地”，优化了人才结构，为该市经济社会科学发展提供了有力支撑。

D．从“Nobody”到“江南Style”，从“蓝色生死恋’’到“大长今”，席卷全球的“韩流”中没有一点国有企业的身影，似乎完全凭借民间力量获得了成功，这看上去甚至有些偶然。

4．下列各句加点的成语，使用恰当的一项是A．在行驶的道路上无论发生什么突发事件，您都不必担心，BMW道路救援无所不为．．．．的服务，，确保您能够继续前行，并尽可能给您提供方便。

B．风雪之夜，诺大的楼群唯一亮灯的那方窗户里，你的妻子在等你回家；当你穷困潦倒、身无长物．．．．的时候，、不离不弃的仍是你的妻子。

C．印媒体表示，印中根本不是敌对关系，虽然之前印度考虑到中国经济实力增强会对其不利，现在看来，这有些多虑。

他们真心的希望能与中国结盟，永结秦晋之好．．．．。

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上学期高三语文１2月月考试题03第I卷（选择题共36分)一、（15分，每小题3分）1、下列词语中加点的字,读音全都正确的一组是( )A、桧．柏(ｇuì) 觊．觎(ｊì）刹．(shà）那怙恶不悛．（ｑūｎ) 令人咋．（ｚé)舌B、毛坯．(pī）馄饨．（dùｎ) 果脯．(fǔ) 鲜．(xiǎn）有所闻载．歌载舞（zǎi)Ｃ、彳．(cｈì）亍包扎．（zā) 毗．连（pí) 流水淙．淙．(zōｎg) 刚愎．自用（bì）Ｄ、绯．闻（fēi)症．结(zhēng) 巨擘．(bò)不着．（zｈúｏ)边际戛．然而止(jｉá)２、下列各组词语中，没有错别字的一组是( )Ａ.诀窍通牒流水帐以逸代劳鸦雀无声B.赝品凋敝白内障掎角之势牙牙学语C．忤逆蛰伏啦啦队出其不意坐阵指挥D.幅员精萃天然气首屈一指看风驶舵3、依次填入下列各句横线处的词语,最恰当的一组是 ( ）ﻫ①这位发言人_____＿__指出,美方对这次撞机事件必须承担全部责任,向中国人民作出交代,并防止类似事件再次发生.ﻫ②尽管这只是一次＿_____＿,但民警与保安的迅速出击,表明本市第一个进入校园的电子保安报警系统已经成功地开通了。

2018高考高三语文4月月考模拟试题05满分150分，考试时间150分钟。

第Ⅰ卷（选择题共33分）一、本大题共4小题，每小题3分，共12分。

1.下列词语中，各对加点字的读音都不相同．．．．的一项是（）A. 桑梓．／渣滓．绮．丽／颀．长雇佣．／用．舍行藏B. 萎．靡／逶．迤涅．槃／萌蘖．标识．／拾．级而上C. 阜．盛／馥．郁渐．染／间．断旋．风／钩玄．提要D. 羁．绊／稽．首媲．美／麻痹．磊．落／硕果累．累2.下列各项中，没有．．错别字的一组是（）A．除了丰富的景观资源，温州也不乏深厚的人文底蕴，“山水诗发详地”、“南戏故乡”美誉在前，细纹刻纸、木活字印刷等众多“非物质文化遗产”珠玉迭出。

B．中美关系30年，人权和西藏问题成为绊脚石。

只要中美双方共同努力，高度重视，采取措施，中美是可以找到智慧和途径来推动双方关系平稳向前发展的。

C．作品的伟大与否，和作品究竟写了些什么并不会有必然的关联。

但是，任何一个时代都必定要呼唤自己的主弦律作品。

它是时代和历史前进的天赋使命。

D．随着科技的不断发展，功能先进、造型美观、充分体现人本主义的卫浴洁具层出不穷，神奇的隐蔽水笼头应运而生，受到广大消费者的普遍欢迎。

3.下列句子中加点的成语使用正确．．的一项是（）A．公安局长女儿公务员考试取得99分的事件，暴露出部分官员以权谋私的特权行为，使得一些不符合招考条件的人员得以登堂入室．．．．，进入政府部门工作。

B．青春、时尚、流行，似乎成了某些选秀类节目的清规戒律．．．．，以致脱离了它的艺术为上、全民舞台的属性，渐渐滑落到时尚娱乐至上的地步。

C. 小说家很像一个修行的人，虽然穿行在繁华世界里，但是内心会有那种在深山古刹的清寂感。

修习好了心性，不管世态如何变幻，他们都会安．之若素．．．。

D．锦绣家园社区的张大妈是大家公认的热心人，一听说南方遭受严重旱灾，马上义形于色．．．．，不仅自己带头捐款，还积极协助动员社区群众参加赈灾行动。

绵阳中学高2022级高三上期第一学月月考英语试题第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你都有10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What is the woman doing?A. Repairing a computer.B. Making a payment.C. Requesting a refund.2. Why does the man come to the woman?A. To invite her to dinner.B. To give her a present.C. To seek some advice.3. What is the man going to do first?A. Make reservations.B. Check with his wife.C. Work out a plan.4. What is the woman's opinion on the new building?A. Unattractive.B. Pretty.C. Unique.5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Salesman and customer.B. Householder and renter.C. Colleagues.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

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

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

2024－2024学年第一学期高三四校联考（二）英语试题说明：本试卷共8页，满分120分，考试用时120分钟。

留意事项:1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班别、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。

因笔试不考听力，选择题从其次部分的“阅读”起先，试题序号从“21”起先。

2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；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. 非选择题必需用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必需写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准运用铅笔和涂改液。

不按以上要求作答无效。

4. 考生必需保持答题卡的整齐。

考试结束后，将答题卡交回。

其次部分阅读（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。

ABest books for 12 to 14-year-oldsMortal EnginesAuthor: Philip ReevePublisher: ScholasticLondon is on the move again: the city searches the world for resources on wheels, eating smaller towns. But when he is thrown off the city, young hero Tom is soon forced to reexamine life as he knows it.Set in a futuristic (科幻性的) background, this imaginative story is a combination of action and adventure. The book has won the Blue Peter Book Award.Coram BoyAuthor: Jamila GavinPublisher: EgmontToby’s and Aaron’s lives are linked by the Coram Man, who collects unwanted children from across the country, supposedly to send them to a safe new life. In reality, the man sells the children into slavery (奴役). Soon, Toby and Aaron find themselves united on a journey, filled with danger and excitement.Rich with historical detail, this book provides an important insight into the 1750s society. It was a winner of the Whitbread Children’s Book Award.The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeAuthor: Mark HaddonPublisher: Red FoxSeen through the eyes of Christopher, a mathematical genius and Sherlock Holmes fan, this novel begins with the discovery of a dead dog on a neighbor’s lawn. In his search to discover the identity of the killer, Christopher uncovers some information about his own family and he starts a journey to London to find his mother.Watership DownAuthor: Richard AdamsPublisher: PenguinYoung rabbit Fiver believes that a great disaster is about to strike the place where he lives—but no one will listen to him. At last he manages to ask a few brave rabbits to leave before it’s too late. Hunted by dogs and foxes, their journey is a dangerous one—but the rabbits can still dream of a peaceful and safe new life at Watership Down. This book won both the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize and the Carnegie Medal.21.Which book was published by Penguin?Getting to Antarctica is not easy. The few who are lucky enough to visit this most mysterious continent do so by ship. To reach Antarctica, ships must pass through an extremely violent area of ocean called the Drake Passage, considered to be the roughest stretch of sea on the planet.Walls of water thirty, sometimes forty feet high continually crashed against our ship for two solid days. We would hold on to a rope inside the ship while being violently tipped(倾斜) to one extreme side, then to the other, and then back again. My daughter Claire and I were as mentally prepared as we could be.About two and a half days after entering the Drake Passage, the waters calmed. Soon, we noticed small black spots on nearby pieces of floating ice. Emperor penguins! Then, we began the two-mile hike over the ice to the penguin colony. Within several hundred yards, small groups of emperors, perhaps ten or so at a time, greeted us, sliding on their bellies and making their wonderful noises, sort of a long, high-pitched sound.One day two adult emperors with their three chicks following them approached Claire, who was resting on the ice. They left the chicks with her, as if she were the babysitter.Twenty minutes later they returned to collect the chicks. And I will never forget the penguin that, when I jokingly asked which way back to the helicopters, pointed a wing in the correct direction. Every night aboard our safe and warm ship, we thought about what it takes to survive in Antarctica, an incredibly harsh place.But each day on the ice, we also thought about the Drake Passage, the impact of thecam e to respect the power of that sea. We still talk about the penguins, as I’m sure we always will. But we talk about the Drake Passage, too. Both experiences were unforgettable,and one would not have been possible without the other.24.Why is the Drake Passage mentioned in the first paragraph?A.The water in the area is usually calm.B. People can see very attractive scenery there.C. A lot of sea animals often appear in the area.D. It is quite a dangerous section ofthe journey.25.What is the theme of the third paragraph?A. The visitors appreciated the penguins.B. The living habits of emperor penguins.C.How penguins made their wonderful noises.D. The appearance and shape of emperor penguins.26.What can we infer from the fourth paragraph?A.Penguins try to avoid human beings.B.Penguins are not afraid of human beings.C.Claire played with the two adult penguins for a long time.D.Claire led the young penguins to where the adult penguins stayed.27.What does the underlined word “endure”in the last paragraph mean?A.Promote.B. Break.C. Arrange.D. Experience.CPortia Kapraun has always seen unwelcome ads on Twitter, usually from major brands pitching (竭力推销) her expensive jewelry or vehicles that she, as a librarian in Indiana,could not afford. Ms. Kapraun was not interested. But she soon saw the ads again. And again. And again. “These feel like low-end ads,” she said. In a shaky advertising market in an uncertain economy, ads that few people want to see suddenly seem to be everywhere.Advancements in digital advertising technology were meant to improve users’ experience. People interested in shoes are intended to get ads for sneakers and boots, not repeated pitches promoting gold investments. And the technology is supposed to remove misleading or dangerous pitches. But lately, on several platforms, the opposite seems to be happening for a variety of reasons, including a slowdown in the overall digital ad market. As numerous deep-pocketed marketers have pulled back, and the softer market has led several digital platforms to lower their ad pricing, opportunities have opened up for less demanding advertisers.Advertising experts agree that poor-quality ads appear to be increasing greatly. They point to a variety of potential causes: internal troubles at technology companies, weak content moderation (审核), and high-level advertisers seeking other choices. Then, there’s the economy: A recent survey of 43 multinational companies representing more than $44 billion in advertising spending found that nearly 30 percent planned to cut back on their marketing spending last year.Other factors are also contributing to lower advertising quality. Social media advertising, once only practiced by specialists, is now easily available to anyone. Many of them are avoiding targeted ads—placements intended to reach specific audiences, usually at a higher cost—in favor of a cheaper spray-and-pray (广撒网式的) approach online, hoping to catch the attention of gullible (简洁受骗的) or bored shoppers. Major social media platforms are now like “a mall that used to be good”, Corey Richardson, vice president at a multicultural ad company, says. “But now there’s no longer a mall there—it’s justa calendar store and a place sling beepers (传呼机). ”28. What message does the a uthor want to deliver in Portia Kapraun’s story?A. Repeated ads have a strong power of persuasion.B. Social media users often encounter unwanted ads.C. Major brands usually prefer social media advertising.D. An uncertain economy leads to lower levels of consumption.29. What can be inferred about the “less demanding advertisers” mentioned in Paragraph 2?A. They are forced to exit the digital ad market.B. They have benefited from advertising experts.C. They can now advertise at a more affordable price.D. They work hard to improve their users’ experience.30. What is Corey Richardson’s attitude to major social media platforms?A. Favorable.B. HopefulC. Unclear.D. Negative.31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A. Where is social media advertising heading?B. What is shaking up the online advertising market?C. Why are you seeing so many bad digital ads now?D. How are targeted ads impacting your purchase decisions?DBoth Roberto and Keith have a 45-minute commute(通勤) time from their homes to their workplace. When Roberto drives, he has realistic expectations of how others drive and how long the trip should take. Overall, he is able to adapt to any unexpected challenges he may face on the road. He rarely becomes angry. By contrast, Keith drives with a tendency for becoming angry easily, partly due to unrealistic expectations of other drivers, his quickness to personalize and feel threatened by the actions of others, and his inability to calm his anger.The difference between how Roberto and Keith experience their drive to work, especially with regard to getting angry, is influenced very much by their emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is crucial for helping individuals choose constructive over destructive anger. A key aspect of healthy anger is being able to pause and reflect on, rather than react to, our thoughts, feelings, and senses associated with getting angry.Self-regulation and empathy(同理心) are two important components of emotional intelligence, which can be a buffer(缓冲) against destructive anger. Self-regulation helps us to control our moods. Empathy helps us to recognize the humanity in others and ourselves.Studies suggest that training in emotional intelligence can powerfully impact how anger is managed. This was supported by a three-year study of 476 young adults who showed reduced tendency of becoming angry after training. Children and adults can learn skills to boost their emotional intelligence and, by doing so, develop adaptability for dealing with various negative affect, including anger. Many workbooks offer skills in emotional intelligence to promote empathy and self-awareness regarding emotions and how they impact our beliefs and behavior.Clearly, through training, Keith would experience greater emotional flexibility that could support a more peaceful commute to work. I firmly believe that learning skills in emotional intelligence should be the focus in helping individuals more constructively manage this highly challenging and complex emotion.32. What is the function of the first paragraph?A. To tell a true story.B. To make a comparison.C. To introduce the main topic.D. To present an important finding.33. Which of the following is the main point of healthy anger?A. Thinking over the annoying situation.B. Taking action to deal with the awful situation.C. Turning a blind eye to the unwelcome situation.D. Expressing feelings about the disturbing situation.34. What is the author’s attitude towards tr aining in emotional intelligence?A. Tolerant.B. Doubtful.C. Negative.D. Supportive.35. What is the suitable title of the text?A. Friends Should Enjoy Peaceful CommuteB. Drivers Need to Boost Their Emotional IntelligenceC. Emotional Intelligence Is a Buffer Against Destructive AngerD. Emotional Intelligence Has a Powerful Impact on People's Life其次节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

广东省广州市普通高中学校2018届高三英语3月月考模拟试题01满分150分。

用时120分钟。

第I 卷（三部分，共105分）第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案 转涂到答题卡上。

第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分） 听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有 和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. Where might the dialogue take place? A .In a restaura nt . B . In a library .2. What does the man make the appointment to do?A.To have a job in terview .B. To have a medical exam in ati onC. To borrow some books . 3.Wha are the two speakers talking about? 'A . Weather .B. Clothes .4. How much will the woman pay? A . $2.B. $3. 5. What do you know about Susa n? A . She'll move to Beijing . B . She has got a job in Beijing C . Her husba nd works in Shan ghai.第二节（共15小题；每小题1. 5分，满分22 . 5分）听下面5段对话或独白。

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

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

2023-2024学年广东省佛山市南海区狮山石门高级中学高三上学期10月月考英语试题It goes without saying that sitting at a desk for a majority of the day will hurt our health. But don’t worry because there is a solution! After spending much time investigating the different offers when it comes to exercise equipment suitable for the office, I’d like to reveal some of my top recommendations.☆ Stability CushionThese cushions are excellent to relieve back pain and shoulder aches, stabilize joints and strengthen muscles.Pros & ConsSmall and lightweight.Works well for lower back and posture · Inflating isn’t easy for some ☆ Under-desk EllipticalKeeping your feet in motion while seated can go a long way to keep you happier, reduce stress, and increase your productivityPros & ConsEasy to carry like a briefcaseWhisper quiet and easy to use·The rubber around the metal bar can wear out over time☆ Fitness TrackerWhat gets measured gets managed, and one great way to keep track of your fitness data is a fitness tracker. A fitness tracker records your energy levels, steps, distance, hourly activity and morePros & Cons·Very comfortable to wear·Lots of apps can be operated together ·Various customized options ·Sometimes there are connectivity issues ☆ Balance Ball ChairSitting on a balance ball leads to increased energy and productivity. In that way, it’s perfect for completing tasks at home or in the office. This chair promotes micro-movements, core strength, and stimulationPros & Cons·Straightforward to build·A great solution if you experience back pain ·Needs to be reinflated often1. Who are the intended readers of the text?A．Fitness trainers. B．Recovering patients.C．Office workers. D．Furniture designers.2. Which equipment promises to improve work efficiency?A．Stability Cushion and Fitness Tracker.B．Stability Cushion and Balance Ball Chair.C．Under-desk Elliptical and Fitness Tracker.D．Under-desk Elliptical and Balance Ball Chair.3. What may be the problem of Fitness Tracker?A．It wears out easily over time. B．It may fail to get linked at times.C．It offers few personalized choices. D．It doesn’t allow the use of other apps.As a young girl growing up in France, Sarah Toumi dreamed of becoming a leader who could make the world a better place. Her passion to help others was awakened when, from the age of nine, she accompanied her Tunisian father to his birthplace in the east of the country during holidays. There she organized homework clubs and activities for children.Toumi witnessed first-hand the destructive effect of desertification (沙漠化). “Within 10 years rich farmers became worse off, and in 10 years from now they will be poor. I wanted to stop the Sahara Desert in its tracks.” A decrease in average rainfall and an increase in the severity of droughts have led to an estimated 75 percent of Tunisia’s agricultural lands being threatened by desertification.Toumi recognized that farming practices needed to change. She is confident that small land areas can bring large returns if farmers are able to adapt by planting sustainable crops, using new technologies for water treatment and focusing on natural products and fertilizers rather than chemicals.In 2012, Toumi consolidated (巩固) her dream of fighting the desert. She moved to Tunisia, and set up a programme named Acacias for All to put her sustainable farming philosophy (理念) into action. “I want to show young people in rural areas that they can create opportunities wh ere they are. Nobody is better able to understand the impact of desertification and climate change than somebody who is living with no access to water.”By September 2016, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia’s farmland. She expects to plant 1 million trees by 2018. In the next couple of years, Toumi hopes to extend the programme to Algeria and Morocco.4. How did Toumi’s holiday trips to Tunisia influence her?A．They made her decide to leave the country.B．They helped her better understand her father.C．They aroused her enthusiasm for helping others.D．They destroyed her dream of being a teacher.5. What is the main cause of the desertification of Tunisia’s farmland?A．Low rainfall. B．Soil pollution. C．Cold weather. D．Forest damage. 6. Why did Toumi set up Acacias for All in Tunisia?A．To create job opportunities for young people.B．To help the children obtain a basic education.C．To persuade the farmers not to use fertilizers.D．To promote the protection of their farmland.7. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A．Saving Water in Tunisia B．Holding back the SaharaC．Planting Trees of Native Species D．Fighting Poverty in North AfricaDo you ever hear a friend speak on a topic with the belief that “everyone”thinks the same way? Do you often find yourself surrounded in a social media feed that is completely tailored to you and your beliefs, reading along without the immediate realization?A social media echo chamber (回声壁) is when one experiences a tailored media experience that leave out opposing viewpoints and differing voices. Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube connect groups of like-minded users together based on shared content preferences. As a result, people see and take in information according to our preexisting beliefs and opinions. Social media companies therefore rely on algorithms (算法) to assess our interests and flood us with information that will keep our attention. The algorithms focus on what we “like”, and “share” to keep feeding content that makes us comfortable.In order to truly get access to all information and to evaluate our media, we must give ourselves the opportunity to step out of our comfort zone. While this becomes increasingly challenging, there are things we can do. The first step is to beef up your media consumption sources. Adding in a few media sources with differing opinions will allow you to at least understand what people are saying outside of your echo chamber. Next, read each thing you see with a critical eye. Make sure that each thing you accept as truth is truly fact. Lastly, attempt to search out reliable new sources that are known for trying their best to leave out false information. By accepting that our media buffet on social media is a product of our present beliefs and opinions, we can work to make sure we are not simply stuck in a social media echo chamber.8. What is a result of the social media echo chamber?A．People contact like-minded online users effectively.B．People keep reading for more differing viewpoints.C．People rely on algorithms to evaluate their interests.D．People only get information confirming their beliefs.9. What does “beef up”underlined in paragraph 3 mean?A．Track. B．Improve.C．Provide. D．Identify.10. Which of the following can help us get out of the echo chamber?A．Criticizing fake news on social media.B．Exposing ourselves to opposing voices.C．Researching primary sources of information.D．Accepting our present beliefs and opinions.11. What is the purpose of the text?A．To call on people to use algorithms frequently.B．To ask people not to take in information blindly.C．To promote the use of various social media sites.D．To inform people of new technology developments.In 1977, Irene Pepperberg, a Harvard graduate, decided to investigate the thought processes of another creature by talking to it. To do this, she would teach a one-year-old African gray parrot (鹦鹉), Alex, to reproduce the sound of the English language.Pepperberg bought Alex in a pet store, where she let the store’s assistant choose him because she didn’t want other scientists to s ay that she had intentionally chosen an especially smart bird. Given that Alex’s brain was just the size of a walnut, most researchers thought Pepperberg’s communication study would be futile.But with Pepperberg’s patient teaching, Alex learned how to fol low almost 100 English words. He could count to six and had learned the sound for seven and eight. But the point was not to see if Alex could learn words by heart. Pepperberg wanted to get inside his mind and learn more about a bird’s understanding of the world.In one demonstration, Pepperberg held up a green key and a green cup for him to look at. “What’s the same?” she asked. “Co-lor,” Alex responded without hesitation. “What’s different?” Pepperberg asked. “Shape,” Alex quickly replied. His voice had th e soundh of a cartoon character. But the words—and what can only be called the thoughts—were entirely his. Many of Alex’s skils, such as his ability to understand the concepts of “same” and “different”, are rare in the animal world. Living in a complex society, parrots like Alex must keep track of changing relationnships and environments.During the demonstration, as if to offer final proof of the mind inside his bird’s brain, Alex spoke up. “Talk clearly!” he commanded, when one of the younger birds Pepper berg was also teaching mispronounced the word “green”。

广东省东莞市第四高级中学2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中英语试题一、阅读理解Environmental charities play a crucial role in preserving our planet for future generations. Here’s a look at how a few of these organizations are making a difference.Sierra Club Foundation (SCF)The SCF has been a leader in environmental conservation for over a century. With a focus on wildlife protection and habitat restoration, the foundation has helped establish numerous national parks and wildlife reserves. They also run educational programs to raise awareness about environmental issues.Friends of the Earth (FOE)Friends of the Earth is an international network of environmental organizations that advocate for the protection of the natural world. They are known for their activism and persuading efforts, pushing for stronger environmental laws and corporate responsibility. FOE also provides resources to help individuals make sustainable choices.Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)The EDF is a global organization dedicated to addressing climate change and preserving biodiversity. They use science, economics, and law to find environmental solutions that work with industry and government. Their initiatives have led to significant policy changes and corporate responsibility improvements.Ecology and Environment Foundation (EEF)The EEF is a charitable organization that focuses on community-based conservation projects. They work closely with local communities to develop sustainable practices that protect the environment and improve livelihoods. By empowering individuals and communities, EEF aims to create lasting change.1．What is the primary mission of the Sierra Club Foundation?A．Relying on stronger environmental laws.B．Setting up national parks and wildlife reserves.C．Providing resources for sustainable living.D．Appealing to corporate responsibility.2．How does the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) mainly operate?A．Through community-based conservation projects.B．By using science, economics, and law to find solutions.C．By running educational programs for the public.D．By selling goods and asking for help.3．What is a unique approach of the Ecology and Environment Foundation (EEF)?A．Working with industry and government to create policy changes.B．Advocating for the protection of the natural world through activism.C．Using science and economics to address climate change.D．Granting rights of local communities to develop sustainable practices.Sandra Cisneros was born in Chicago in 1954 to a Mexican American family. As the only girl in a family of seven children, she often felt like she had “seven fathers,” because her six brothers, as well as her father, tried to control her. Feeling shy and unimportant, she retreated (躲避) into books. Despite her love of reading, she did not do well in elementary school because she was too shy to participate.In high school, with the encouragement of one particular teacher, Cisneros improved her grades and worked for the school literary magazine. Her father encouraged her to go to college because he thought it would be a good way for her to find a husband. Cisneros did attend college, but instead of searching for a husband, she found a teacher who helped her join the famous graduate writing program at the University of Iowa. At the university’s Writers’ Workshop, however, she felt lonely — a Mexican American from a poor neighborhood among students from wealthy families. The feeling of being so different helped Cisneros find her “creative voice”.“It was not until this moment when I considered myself truly different that my writing acquired a voice. I knew I was a Mexican woman, but I didn’t think it had anything to do with why I felt so much imbalance in my life, but it had everything to do with it! That’s when I decided I would write about something my classmates couldn’t write about.”Cisneros published her first work, The House on Mango Street, when she was twenty-nine.The book talks about a young Mexican American girl growing up in a Spanish-speaking area in Chicago, much like the neighborhoods in which Cisneros lived as a child. The book won an award in 1985 and has been used in classes from high school to graduate school level. Since then, Cisneros has published several books of poetry, a children’s book and a short-story collection. 4．What can we know about Cisneros in her childhood?A．Her brothers disliked her.B．She felt herself a nobody.C．She was too shy to go to school.D．She did not meet any good teachers.5．The graduate program gave Cisneros a chance to ________.A．run away from her family B．develop her writing styleC．make a lot of friends D．search for a husband6．According to Cisneros, what was the key factor in her success?A．Her childhood experience.B．Her training in the Workshop.C．Her feeling of being different.D．Her early years in college.7．What do we learn about The House on Mango Street?A．It enjoys great popularity among students.B．It is a book of poetry written by Cisneros.C．It wasn’t a success as it was written in Spanish.D．It won an award when Cisneros was twenty-nine.The news industry has had a rough decade. Print readership is steadily decreasing, newspapers are closing, and journalists with decades of experience are being laid off. In response, major newspapers have made significant changes. They’re attempting to defeat declining reader interest by shortening stories, creating clickbait (诱饵性标题), and most especially, using social media to their advantage.With the rise of social media sites, many people have claimed that we are entering a new age in which news must be delivered in 140 characters or fewer. People’s ability to focus onlong-form content and engage in deep reading has also been declining due to the endless distractions and excessive information in today’s world. This change in reading habits has led to a preference for short, easily understood news pieces that can be quickly consumed. To interest a more specific and generally younger readership, newspapers have revised content, prioritizing articles that are visually appealing instead of having depth.But, in reality, there is still a demand for in-depth reporting. In this era of misinformation and clickbait, readers are seeking reliable sources of news that provide context, analysis, and accountability. Depth reporting explores the fundamental causes, involves multiple views, and uncovers the hidden truths that shape our world, helping readers get a more comprehensive understanding of complex matters.While social media have changed the way we consume news, the quality of news remains essential for the public. It’s crucial for the news industry to achieve a balance between catering to changing reader preferences while also maintaining the integrity (完整性) of news. This means providing both quick updates and in-depth analysis, and using social media to promote their content, but not at the expense of accuracy or integrity. By doing so, news organizations can ensure that they remain relevant and trusted sources of information in a rapidly changing media environment.8．What problem does traditional news industry face?A．The decline of readership.B．The lack of long-form stories.C．The spread of unreliable information.D．The shortage of experienced journalists.9．What does the underlined word “prioritizing” in paragraph 2 probably mean?A．Checking out.B．Cutting down.C．Paying no attention to.D．Attaching importance to.10．What do we know from paragraph 3?A．People’s need for in-depth reporting is decreasing.B．Social media has played a key role in promoting hidden facts.C．Clickbait greatly increases readers’ interests in exploring truths.D．In-depth reporting can improve comprehension of complex issues.11．What is the main idea of the last paragraph?A．A focus on quick updates and popular topics.B．Preference for multiple perspectives and shorter articles.C．A balance between readers’ preferences and the quality of news.D．Importance of news sources and accuracy of contents.About ten years ago, logging into Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram would mostly show posts from friends and family in the order they were posted. Today, these platforms present a mix of content, tailored by algorithms (算法) to match users’ interests, whether it’s plants, sports, cats, or politics.Kyle Chayka, a writer for The New Yorker, discusses this topic in his book, Filterworld. He explains that algorithms analyze user data to predict and influence what they will likely engage with. This means that instead of a simple, chronological feed, users encounter a dynamic stream, constantly adapting to their preferences. Chayka examines how these algorithmic recommendations control what we consume, from music and movies to food and travel destinations. He argues that this machine-driven selection process has turned us into passive consumers, making our preferences and tastes more similar.Chayka points out that algorithms make us passive by always showing us content that we’re unlikely to click away from but won’t find too unexpected or challenging. This constant stream of recommendations reduces our exposure to diverse or challenging content, subtly shaping our preferences and behaviors.Moreover, Chayka points out that algorithms also pressure content creators, like musicians and artists, to tailor their work to fit these digital platforms. For instance, musicians on Spotify or TikTok might focus on creating catchy hooks at the beginning of their songs to grab the listener’s attention.Despite the strong presence of these algorithms, Chayka believes that regulation could reduce their influence. He suggests that if Meta, the parent company of Facebook, were required to separate its various services, like Instagram or WhatsApp, and make them compete with each other, it could give users more control and choice over their digital consumption.In summary, the change from simple, time-ordered social. media posts to algorithm-drivencontent has a big impact on both the viewers and the creators, influencing what we see, hear, and even think. Chayka’s insights highlight the need for greater awareness and potentially more regulation in our increasingly digital world.12．According to the text, how have social media platforms changed in the past ten years?A．They show posts in a time-based order.B．They prioritize posts from friends and family.C．They make adjustments to satisfy users’ needs.D．They provide more content to meet different needs.13．What does Kyle Chayka think of algorithmic recommendations?A．They make users more active consumers.B．They shape users’ preferences and behaviors.C．They reduce the influence of content creators.D．They expose users to diverse and challenging content.14．How do algorithms influence musicians’ work on digital platforms?A．By encouraging musicians to create longer songs.B．By discouraging musicians from using catchy hooks.C．By giving musicians more control and choice over their music.D．By requiring musicians to create their work to fit the platforms.15．What can be concluded from the text?A．Tech companies should have more departments.B．Social media algorithms give content creators less opportunities.C．Social media algorithms flatten our culture by making decisions for us.D．Network platforms have increased the common recommendations for 10 years.Art is all around us. It can be found everywhere, including fancy galleries, people’s living rooms, and on the sides of buildings. So, why is art important?It promotes expression and creativity. As humans, we’re naturally drawn to art as a form of expression and communication. 16 It’s a way for them to express themselves before they’re able to speak. In fact, participation in the arts may even assist kids with language, motor skills, and visual learning development.17 When someone applies for a job, there are certain skills they need to have like data analysis or bookkeeping. However, many employers also understand the very important need for the skills which are hard to measure and often difficult to define. Some examples include a person’s ability to adapt to change, think creatively, or collaborate with team members.It provides historical context. 18 This is why people devote their lives to studying cave art, Shakespearean plays, and so much more. When we take the time to dive into art created in the past, we can learn about other generations and eras. We can study art to find out what those before us were facing and how they overcame it. 19In therapy(疗法)settings, art also provides an opportunity for digging deeper and expressing emotions that are difficult to discuss. 20 In one important study, children between 6 and 12 were asked to draw a house as a distraction after thinking about something upsetting. This group was able to improve their mood when compared with children who were instructed to draw the negative event or simply copy another drawing.A．These are its major benefits.B．Children love to draw, sing, and dance.C．Art and human history go hand-in-hand.D．How does it have an impact on our life?E．It helps all of us develop necessary soft skills.F．It can help people handle both their past and present problems.G．Similarly, future generations will learn about our current events through our art.二、完形填空My mother has always been one of those rare people that sees the good in everyone and does good things. She’s had her ups and downs but has always 21 a positive, sunny outlook on life and been very 22 to people.One day, my little sister fell and hurt her ankle, desperately needing a 23 to the hospital emergency room. My mother immediately 24 into crisis mode, packed my sister into the car, and drove to our local hospital. In such a 25 , my mother didn’t call to tell my father. When she got to the hospital, she realized she needed to 26 with my father immediately.While waiting for my sister to be examined, my mother 27 her way to the pay phone to place her call. She put her coin in, called my father and told him everything. After she hung up, the phone 28 several additional coins that Mom wasn’t owed.Realizing that the phone was 29 , my mother decided to leave the 30 coins by the phone. She told us that in a crisis, people might not remember to bring 31 with them to make that emergency call.I’ve often thought about her 32 from an adult’s perspective. I realize that someone seeing the money by he phone may have 33 taken it because not everyone was as 34 as my mother. But I like to believe that my mother’s faith was 35 and that someone who needed them found the coins waiting there.21．A．tolerated B．anticipated C．maintained D．expressed 22．A．patient B．helpful C．honest D．polite 23．A．rest B．stay C．lift D．visit24．A．cut B．shifted C．looked D．stuck 25．A．rush B．way C．relief D．process 26．A．come along B．keep in line C．make up D．get in touch 27．A．made B．felt C．picked D．gave 28．A．found B．returned C．collected D．charged 29．A．smart B．ready C．convenient D．broken 30．A．different B．ancient C．extra D．rare31．A．luck B．phones C．change D．chances 32．A．opportunity B．decision C．appointment D．encounter 33．A．simply B．suddenly C．obviously D．gradually 34．A．thoughtful B．grateful C．hopeful D．successful 35．A．hard-won B．newly-built C．well-placed D．deeply-rooted三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

深圳市上学期高二英语12月月考试题03第一部分听力(1x20)第一节1.What is the man going to do nextA. Call a taxi.B. Clean the windows.C. Drive Jenny to the hospital.2. What does the woman want to buyA. Shirts.B. Shelves.C. Shoes.3. Where does the conversation most probably take placeA. In a cinema.B. In a theatre.C. In a sitting-room.4. What did the man doA. He tried to comfort the woman.B. He played a joke on the woman.C. He told the woman the wrong date.5. What does the woman think of the subject they are talking aboutA. She likes it very much.B. She just likes part of it.C. She doesn’t like it at all.第二节听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6. What is Mr White doing nowA. Answering a call.B. Attending a meeting.C. Going to the Grand Restaurant.7. Who wants to discuss something with Mr WhiteA. Mr Baker.B. Mr Brown.C. Jenny Green.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

8. What’s wrong with the womanA. Her head is injured.B. Her throat is infected.C. She has a problem with her lungs.9. How does the woman feelA. Wanting to cough.B. Always being sleepy.C. Having no desire to eat.10. What does the man ask the woman to doA. To keep warm.B. To stay in hospital.C. To drink more hot water. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。