2022-2023仙游二中高二上学期期中考试(英语)
考试时间120分钟 满分150分
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What do we know about the woman
A. She can’t afford a house.
B. She prefers the second house.
C. She is in trouble now.
2. How does the man probably feel
A. Surprised. B. Angry. C. Apologetic.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a gym.
B. In a supermarket.
C. In a hospital.
4. What does the man do
A. He’s a repairman. B. He’s a waiter. C. He’s a salesman.
5. What are the speakers doing
A. Preparing a party. B. Repairing tents. C. Camping
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. A couple. C. Classmates.
7. When will the woman take her piano lesson
A. From 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
B. From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
C. From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Urban transportation.
B. University bus system.
C. University courses.
9. Who might the woman be
A. A college professor. B. A student. C. A tour guide.
10. What does the woman say about the shuttle bus
A. It takes a long time to wait.
B. It’s free of charge.
C. It has no fixed time.
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a mall. B. In the classroom. C. At home.
12. What kind of sweater did the woman buy
A. A pink one with a low neck.
B. A purple one with a high neck.
C. A blue one with a V-neck.
13. What does the man think of the woman
A. She’s easily persuaded.
B. She’s good at bargaining.
C. She’s a wise consumer.
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
14. What is the conversation mainly about
A. An organization. B. An activity. C. Environmental problems.
15. How do the speakers sound
A. Active. B. Negative. C. Indifferent.
16. What will the man do next Friday
A. See the head of the Student Union.
B. Recycle used batteries.
C. Attend a lecture.
听下面一段独白,回答小题。
17. Who is Benjamin Franklin according to the talk
A. The forefather of the US Postal system.
B. The first man to deliver mail in the US.
C. One of the pilots flying the mail.
18. How long have mailmen been delivering mail by scooter
A. Over 250 years.
B. Over 200 years.
C. Over 100 years.
19. When did women begin to take city routes to deliver mail
A. In 1775. B. In 1917. C. In 1918.
20. What will the speaker probably talk about next
A. Another person who flew the mail.
B. A story about a female mail carrier.
C. An organization that delivers mail.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
While tea may have originated in Asia, now there are many countries all around the world that have tea woven into their food culture and traditions. This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all results in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.
Chinese tea culture
Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition. Today, Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.
Japanese tea culture
Japan also has a long history with tea, especially Japanese Matcha, which is a kind of ground green tea that is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies and only in recent years became popular in western culture.
British tea culture
When many people think about tea, British tea culture is what comes to mind. A hot cup of English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day. Even though tea may not be native to England, this British tea tradition is still going strong today.
Moroccan tea culture
When you visit Morocco, it is hard to miss the outstanding tea culture that is such a large part of Moroccan hospitality. Before any gathering, negotiation, or sale of a product, a pot of mint tea is always prepared and served among the host and guests. This is an expression of Moroccan tradition and hospitality, which should always be accepted by guests as a sign of appreciation and respect to the host.
1. Why can tea find its way into various food cultures
A. It originates in Asia. B. It forms different ceremonies.
C. It gets people connected easily. D. It allows people to sit together.
2. What do Chinese and Japanese tea cultures have in common according to the text
A. They have a long history.
B. They are used in medicine.
C. They are famous for ground green tea.
D. They’ve long gained worldwide recognition.
3. Why are the Brits keen on tea in the afternoon
A. To get new energy. B. To bring out respect.
C. To show hospitality. D. To observe a tradition.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是说明文。虽然茶起源于亚洲,但是如今世界上许多国家的饮食文化和传统中都融入了茶元素。文章主要介绍了中国、日本、英国和摩洛哥的茶文化。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all results in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.(这是茶的一个非常特别的部分,因为它有一种方式——用不同的方式和仪式把世界各地的人们联系在一起,最终结果是一群人坐在一起,享受一杯茶。)”可知,茶能够进入各种饮食文化是因为它让人们很容易联系起来。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Chinese tea culture部分中的“Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition.(既然中国被视为茶的发源地,难怪中国的茶文化有着丰富的历史和传统。)”和Japanese tea culture部分中的“Japan also has a long history with tea(日本也有悠久的茶叶历史)”可知,中国和日本的茶文化的共同点是:它们都有着悠久的历史。故选A。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据British tea culture部分中的“A hot cup of English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day.(一杯热腾腾的英式早餐或伯爵茶,下午加一点牛奶和饼干,作为一天的提神饮料。)”可知,英国人喜欢在下午喝茶的原因是,为了获得新的能量。故选A。
B
Recently we celebrated my grandmother’s 90th birthday. Family members traveled to my hometown to visit her. This was the first time in many years that I had seen so many of them. Though this was an opportunity to see family, many people did not make it. Honestly, living far from hometown, I had missed many family gatherings. But this one made me realize how much I was really missing.
It seemed strange when I was looking at the laces, realizing whom they were and greeting them with open arms. After chatting for a while, we caught up on each other’s news. Several relatives suggested having a family reunion soon if everyone wasn’t so busy. But my grandmother’s generation was much busier, yet still found time to gather. They understood the importance of visiting one another. They knew time is flying and that those you care about most won’t be here forever.
Today, we focus on our careers and raising our kids. Our extended family isn’t the center it once was. Besides, we keep in touch on social media. But what we really miss are the potato salad, the moments of laughter and sudden bursts of excitement when we hug someone we haven’t seen for over 10 years. Although the next get-together is always a year or so away, people aren’t goods and everyone has an expiration(到期)dale.
I left my grandmother’s party with a much better sense of who I am and where I come from. I spent valuable time with people who contributed to who I am today. I had forgotten how much I love them and I was reminded how much I am loved.
4. How did the author feel about missing previous family gatherings
A. Indifferent. B. Sad. C. Regretful. D. Annoyed.
5. What do we know about the author’s grandmother’s generation
A. They were carefree. B. They held family dear.
C. They took time seriously. D. They seldom visited family.
6. What does the author mean by the last sentence in paragraph 3
A. Family reunions mean no fun.
B. All goods don’t have an expiration date.
C. People are always too busy to get together.
D. We should see loved ones more before it’s too late.
7. Why does the author write the text
A. To convince readers to meet friends.
B. To share an interesting family reunion.
C. To stress the value of family gatherings.
D. To compare different generations’ values.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者参加了祖母的家庭聚会,在聚会上一家人其乐融融,使作者对家庭聚会的意义有了更为深刻的理解。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Honestly, living far from hometown, I had missed many family gatherings. But this one made me realize how much I was really missing.(实话说,我因为离家远错过了许多家庭聚会,但这一次让我意识到了我真正地错过了太多东西)”可知,作者对之前错过家庭聚会感到后悔,故选C项。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“But my grandmother’s generation was much busier, yet still found time to gather. They understood the importance of visiting one another. They knew time is flying and that those you care about most won’t be here forever.(但是我的祖母那一代人要忙得多,但是她们仍旧找时间聚会。他们懂得相互看望的重要性。她们懂得时光飞逝,而且你在乎的人不会永远都在)”可推理出,祖母那一代人很珍惜与家人相处的时刻,故选B项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段最后一句“Although the next get-together is always a year or so away, people aren’t goods and everyone has an expiration(到期)dale.(尽管下一次相聚会在左右以后,但是人不是商品而且每个人都有终止日期)”可知,作者要表达的意思是每个家人都会离去,我们应该在家人仍在世的时候,珍惜你爱着的家人,故选D项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“I left my grandmother’s party with a much better sense of who I am and where I come from.(我离开祖母的家庭聚会后,对于我是谁我从哪里来有了更好的理解)”可知,作者对家庭聚会有了更深刻的理解,写这篇文章意在强调家庭聚会的的重要性,故选C项。
C
People have many different ways to relax during break time at work or school. Smartphones are probably the number one choice for a quick mental vacation. Although it might seem like a good time, the result is opposite, according to a recent psychological study from Rutgers University.
For the study, more than 400 students were asked to finish a set of 20 word puzzles. Halfway though the task, the students were divided into three groups. One group was allowed to take a break and use cellphones to buy things online. The second group was asked to have a rest and buy things using a computer. The last group didn't take any break at all.
Surprisingly, the group that used their cellphones during the break went back to work feeling the most tired and least motivated to continue. They also had the hardest time solving the remaining word puzzles.
Terri Kurtzberg, co-author of the study, explained that they assumed looking at cellphones during a break would be no different from any other break—but instead, the phone may cause increasing levels of distraction that make it difficult to return focused attention to work tasks.
“Cellphones may have this effect because even just seeing your phone activates thoughts of checking messages, connecting with people, and more, in ways that are different than how we use other screens like computers, and laptops," Kurtzberg said.
This is echoed by a recent study from the US University of Chicago. It found that even if cellphones are turned off or turned face down, their mere presence reduces a person's cognitive capacity.
8. What can we learn from the study
A. The participants were divided into groups at the beginning.
B. The last group had the hardest time solving the word puzzles.
C. Computers and laptops cause more distraction.
D. Cellphones may make people less focused on work.
9. What does the underlined word “echoed” in the last paragraph mean
A. Agreed. B. Remembered. C. Overcome. D. Complained.
10. What suggestion will the author give in the following paragraph
A. Try putting your smartphone away during your next break.
B. Using computers to shop online rather than cellphones.
C. Stop checking messages and connecting with people by cellphone.
D. Turning off your cellphone during work time.
11. What's the text mainly about
A. Ways to relax for students. B. The result from a word- puzzle game.
C. A study on using smart-phones to relax. D. Effects brought by the smart-phone.
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. A 11. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了最近的一项心理学研究表明,在休息时间玩手机,可能会使人们无法再次专心于工作。文章介绍了这项研究开展的过程以及发现,同时其他大学的最新研究也证实了这一点。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“Surprisingly, the group that used their cellphones during the break went back to work feeling the most tired and least motivated to continue. They also had the hardest time solving the remaining word puzzles.(令人惊讶的是,在休息期间使用手机的那组人在返回工作时感到最累,也最没有动力继续工作。他们也最难解决剩下的字谜)”以及第四段“Terri Kurtzberg, co-author of the study, explained that they assumed looking at cellphones during a break would be no different from any other break—but instead, the phone may cause increasing levels of distraction that make it difficult to return focused attention to work tasks.(这项研究的合著者Terri Kurtzberg解释说,他们以为在休息时看手机和其他休息没有什么不同,但事实上,手机可能会导致更多的分心,使人们难以将注意力重新集中到工作任务上)”可知,研究发现手机可能会使人们难以重新专心工作。故选D。
【9题详解】
词义猜测题。根据画线词后文“It found that even if cellphones are turned off or turned face down, their mere presence reduces a person's cognitive capacity.(研究发现,即使手机关机或面朝下,它们的存在也会降低一个人的认知能力)”可知,画线词所在句意思为:美国芝加哥大学最近的一项研究也认同了最新的研究发现。即画线词意思为“认同”。A. Agreed.同意,认同;B. Remembered.记得;C. Overcome.克服;D. Complained.抱怨。故选A。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“This is echoed by a recent study from the US University of Chicago. It found that even if cellphones are turned off or turned face down, their mere presence reduces a person's cognitive capacity.(美国芝加哥大学最近的一项研究也印证了这一点。研究发现,即使手机关机或面朝下,它们的存在也会降低一个人的认知能力)”结合文章主要介绍了最新研究发现休息时间使用手机会使人们难以将注意力重新集中到工作任务上,可推知,作者在下一段中将建议下次休息的时候把智能手机收起来。故选A。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“People have many different ways to relax during break time at work or school. Smartphones are probably the number one choice for a quick mental vacation. Although it might seem like a good time, the result is opposite, according to a recent psychological study from Rutgers University.(人们在工作或学习的休息时间有许多不同的放松方式。智能手机可能是快速精神度假的首选。罗格斯大学最近的一项心理学研究表明,虽然这看起来是一个好时机,但结果却恰恰相反)”结合文章主要说明了最近的一项心理学研究表明,在休息时间玩手机,可能会知道人们无法再次专心于工作。文章介绍了这项研究开展的过程以及发现,同时其他大学的最新研究也证实了这一点。可知,文章的主要内容是关于使用智能手机放松的研究。故选C。
D
If you’re homeless and looking for a temporary shelter in Hawaii’s capital, expect a visit from a robotic police dog that will scan your eyes to make sure you don’t have a fever. That’s just one of the ways public safety agencies are starting to use Spot, a new robot that runs around with quick movement.
The police officials experimenting with the four-legged machines say they’re just another tool to keep emergency responders out of harm’s way as they search for dangers.
Joseph O’Neal, an officer of the Honolulu Police Department, said the robot has protected officers, shelter staff and residents by scanning body temperatures between mealtimes at a shelter where homeless people could quarantine (隔离) and get tested for COVID-19. The robot is also used to remotely interview individuals who have tested positive (阳性).
The company that makes the robots, Boston Dynamics, says it’s trying to do a good job of explaining to the public and its customers what Spot can and cannot do. “One of the most difficult tasks is accurately explaining the state of the technology to people who have never had personal experience with it,” said Michael Perry, vice president of the company.
There are roughly 500 Spot robots now in the wild. Perry said they’re commonly used by companies to check dangerous areas. Spot is also used to monitor construction sites, mines and factories, equipped with whatever sensor is needed for the job.
It’s still mostly controlled by humans, though all they have to do is tell it which direction to go and it can climb stairs or cross over rough areas. It can also operate autonomously, but only if it’s already memorized a road and there aren’t too many surprise obstacles (障碍). “The first value that most people see in the robot is taking a person out of a dangerous situation,” Perry said.
12. What do police officials use Spot robots do
A. Find out patients’ eye problems. B. Treat patients’ fever.
C. Protect homeless people. D. Take people’s body temperature.
13. What’s the main idea of paragraph 3
A. The shelter where people get tested. B. The function of the robotic police dog.
C. The future development of the robots. D. The characteristic of the four-legged machine.
14. What’s the company’s big challenge
A. How to describe the technology. B. How to win its customers’ trust.
C. How to promote Spot robots. D. How to produce more Spot robots.
15. What can we infer about Spot robots from the last paragraph
A. They can plan their own road easily. B. They can remember a familiar road.
C. They can overcome many obstacles. D. They can choose direction themselves.
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. A 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一个名为Spot的机器人,它可以在疫情期间检测人们的体温和检查一些危险区域等。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段关键句“Joseph O’Neal, an officer of the Honolulu Police Department, said the robot has protected officers, shelter staff and residents by scanning body temperatures between mealtimes at a shelter where homeless people could quarantine (隔离) and get tested for COVID-19.”(火奴鲁鲁警察局官员约瑟夫·奥尼尔表示,该机器人通过在庇护所内在进餐时间之间扫描体温来保护官员、庇护所工作人员和居民,无家可归的人可以在该庇护所隔离并接受新冠肺炎检测。)可知,警察可以使用该机器人为人们扫描体温,起到保护官员、庇护所工作人员和居民的目的,由此可知,警察使用Spot机器人测量人们的体温。故选D项。
【13题详解】
主旨大意题。通读第三段内容,结合关键句“Joseph O’Neal, an officer of the Honolulu Police Department, said the robot has protected officers, shelter staff and residents by scanning body temperatures between mealtimes at a shelter where homeless people could quarantine (隔离) and get tested for COVID-19.”(火奴鲁鲁警察局官员约瑟夫·奥尼尔表示,该机器人通过在庇护所内在进餐时间之间扫描体温来保护官员、庇护所工作人员和居民,无家可归的人可以在该庇护所隔离并接受新冠肺炎检测。)可知,警察可以使用该机器人为人们扫描体温,由此可知,第3段主要讲的是机器人警犬的功能。故选B项。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段关键句““One of the most difficult tasks is accurately explaining the state of the technology to people who have never had personal experience with it,” said Michael Perry, vice president of the company.”(该公司副总裁迈克尔·佩里表示:“最困难的任务之一是向从未有过亲身经历的人准确解释技术的现状。”)可知,该公司面临的最困难的任务之一是向从未有过亲身经历的人准确解释这项技术,由此可知,公司面临的最大挑战是如何描述这项技术。故选A项。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段关键句“It can also operate autonomously, but only if it’s already memorized a road and there aren’t too many surprise obstacles (障碍).”(它也可以自主操作,但前提是它已经记住了一条路,并且路上没有太多令人惊讶的障碍。)可知,Spot机器人可以记住一条路,由此可知,我们可以从最后一段中推断出Spot机器人能记住一条熟悉的路。故选B项。
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Studying longer does not necessarily mean studying better.___16___ Below are some great ways of learning as much as you can without getting too stressed.
Find the right place to study.
The first thing you need to do is avoid distractions (分散注意力的事物) while studying.___17___ You should keep away from television sets and phone calls. Get all of your study materials together, so you will not be interrupted in the middle of your session.
Break down the tasks into smaller parts.
When you have gotten everything ready, list the items you need to study, and arrange them across several hours or days, depending on how big your load is. As a general rule, assign (分配) at least one hour to each subject. ___18___ By doing this, you will be able to know more easily how long you need for each topic.
Schedule study breaks.
When you have listed all of your tasks and made a schedule, you should arrange study breaks. ___19___ This will give your eyes some time to rest, and yourself a chance to go to the bathroom or have some coffee. Scheduled breaks will reduce the need for you to interrupt yourself to the lowest level during the study session.
Put your tasks in order of importance.
___20___ Just in case you run out of time to study, or if you think you do not have enough time to cover all topics, you should study in an order.
A. Each break may take about 15 minutes every two hours.
B. Learn to arrange the subjects in order of importance.
C. This means going to one place that will give you peace and quiet.
D. The key to efficient studying is following the schedule strictly.
E. You can find a way to test your knowledge by having a study partner.
F. If you have a broad subject you will need to break it down into smaller parts.
G. To make the best use of your time, you need to learn how to study efficiently(高效地).
【答案】16. G 17. C 18. F 19. A 20. B
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇说明文,介绍了如何高效学习的几点建议。
【16题详解】
根据本空前的“Studying longer does not necessarily mean studying better.”可知,学习时间长并不意味着学得更好,下文又介绍了高效学习的几点建议,故G项(为了充分利用时间,你需要学会如何高效地学习)符合语境。
【17题详解】
根据本空前的“The first thing you need to do is avoid distractions (分散注意力的事物) while studying.”可知,你需要做的第一件事就是避开学习时分散注意力的事物,故C项(这意味着去一个能给你带来平静的地方)符合语境。
【18题详解】
根据本空前的“As a general rule, assign (分配) at least one hour to each subject.”可知,每个科目至少安排一小时,故F项(如果你有一个宽泛的科目,你需要把它分成更小的部分)符合语境。
【19题详解】
根据本空前的“you should arrange study breaks.”可知,你应该安排学习时的休息时间,故A项(每两个小时休息15分钟)符合语境。
【20题详解】
根据本段后的“Just in case you run out of time to study, or if you think you do not have enough time to cover all topics, you should study in an order.”可知,如果你认为你没有足够的时间完成所有的科目,以防你用光学习时间,你应当有序地学习,故B项(学会按照重要性安排科目)符合语境。
【点睛】过渡句是七选五的常见考点,被选选项一定要起到承上启下的过渡作用,既要对应上问话题,又要引出下文(通常是方法或建议),例如本篇第1题,上文提到学习时间长并不意味着学得更好,下文又介绍了如何高效学习的几点建议,G项(为了充分利用时间,你需要学会如何高效地学习)既对应了上文提到的学习时间这一话题,又引出了下文高效学习的几点建议,符合语境。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last Monday, to prepare a picnic, I decided to go into a superstore which was on my way home.
I parked my car in the big parking lot and went into the superstore. It was a huge one, ___21___ onto 2 stories and 200,000+ square feet. After 45 minutes of shopping to just get some tomatoes, cheese and 3 toothpicks, I arrived at the cashier line, thoughtful and a bit ___22___ by the time I spent to get 3 ___23___. I wondered why I did not go to a small local store.
After 15 minutes of waiting in the line, the woman in front of me called me, “Hey... you have only 3 articles Come and take my ___24___ . I have way more articles than you!”
It wasn’t the first time it happened to me. But her intention was ___25___, as well as was her smile (she did not wear any mask, so I could see it). Not knowing what else to do, I accepted her___26___. We chatted a bit waiting for the customers ahead of us to finish — she was incredibly___27___. Then I thanked her, giving her back my brightest smile (although I was wearing a mask...).
___28___ my car, I rethought about that good moment, and realized that she ___29___ my day. In the meantime, I wondered how to ___30___ it back to her. No ___31___ it was quite impossible, so I considered how to pay it forward to someone else.
While driving, I realized that she saved me 10 minutes. And ___32___ I was driving at 70 mph, I reduced my speed to 55 mph. My fuel ___33___ dramatically dropped down by 35%.
___34___, I relost part of the 10 minutes that the woman offered me, but it was a way to ___35___ her and do a small thing for the environment.
21. A. spreading B. covering C. turning D. taking
22. A. embarrassed B. delighted C. discouraged D. contented
23. A. foods B. copies C. passages D. articles
24. A. seat B. place C. advice D. chance
25. A. awkward B. fancy C. irresistible D. familiar
26. A. standing B. offering C. suffering D. talking
27. A. pleasant B. reliable C. confident D. powerful
28. A. Getting off B. Getting through C. Getting away from D. Getting back in
29. A. ruined B. satisfied C. made D. filled
30. A. answer B. give C. bring D. hold
31. A. doubt B. wonder C. need D. sense
32. A. after B. once C. since D. while
33. A. devotion B. assumption C. consumption D. description
34. A. Unexpectedly B. Admittedly C. Surprisedly D. Disappointedly
35. A. recall B. help C. appreciate D. repay
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. B 27. A 28. D 29. C 30. B 31. A 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。作者在超市结账时,一位女士主动让作者先结账,这让作者很开心,所以作者想着怎样回报她。最后,作者为环境做了点小事,作为回报那位女士的方式。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:这是一个巨大的超市,延伸到2层楼,20万平方英尺。A. spreading延伸;B. covering占(一片面积);C. turning转动;D. taking获取。根据空格后的“onto 2 stories”可知,这家超市一定是从一楼延伸到二楼。故选A项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:我花了45分钟购物,只买了一些西红柿、奶酪和3根牙签。当我来到收银台时,我想了想,又为自己花在买东西上的时间感到有点气馁。A. embarrassed尴尬;B. delighted高兴的;C. discouraged气馁的;D. contented知足的。根据空格后的“by the time I spent ”和下一句“I wondered why I did not go to a small local store.”可知,作者对在大超市花那么多时间买这些东西感到气馁。故选C项。
【23题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我花了45分钟购物,只买了一些西红柿、奶酪和3根牙签。当我来到收银台时,我想了想,又为自己花在买东西上的时间感到有点气馁。A. foods食品;B. copies副本;C. passages通道;D. articles物件。根据下一段中的“Hey... you have only 3 articles ”可知,此处应该用articles,指的是作者买的三样东西。故选D项。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:来接替我的位置。A. seat座椅;B. place位置;C. advice建议;D. chance机会。根据句意和空格前的动词take可知,此处是考查固定短语take one’s place(代替某人)。故选B项。
【25题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:但她的意图是不可抗拒的,她的微笑也是不可抗拒的(她没有戴任何面具,所以我能看到)。A. awkward尴尬的;B. fancy太花哨的;C. irresistible不可抗拒的;D. familiar熟悉的。根据下一句“Not knowing what else to do, I accepted her 6 .”可知,作者认为他是无法抵抗这位女士的提议的。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我不知道还能做什么,只好接受了她的提议。A. standing站立;B. offering主动提出;C. suffering受折磨;D. talking说话。根据上一段的句子“Come and take my 4 . I have way more articles than you!”可知,是那位女士主动提出让作者先结账的。故选B项。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:我们聊了一会儿,等着前面的顾客结完账,她非常和蔼可亲。A. pleasant和蔼可亲的;B. reliable可靠的;C. confident有信心的;D. powerful强大的。根据这位女士主动让作者先结账这件事和该段的第二句话“But her intention was 5 , as well as was her smile (she did not wear any mask, so I could see it).”可知,这位女士一定是个和蔼可亲的人。故选A项。
【28题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:回到车里,我重新回想起那个美好的时刻,意识到是她让我度过了美好的一天。A. Getting off下车;B. Getting through通过;C. Getting away from远离;D. Getting back in回到……。根据句意和空格后的“my car”可知,作者从超市出来后,一定是回到车里。故选D项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:回到车里,我重新回想起那个美好的时刻,意识到是她让我度过了美好的一天。A. ruined毁灭;B. satisfied使满足;C. made使圆满;D. filled填充。根据句意和空格后的“my day”可知,此处是考查固定短语make one’s day(使某人很开心)。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:与此同时,我在想如何回报她。A. answer回答;B. give给予;C. bring带来;D. hold保持。根据句意和空格后的“back to her”可知,此处是考查固定短语give something back to somebody(归还)。故选B项。
【31题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:A. doubt疑问;B. wonder奇迹;C. need需要;D. sense感觉。根据第三段“After 15 minutes of waiting in the line, the woman in front of me called me, ‘Hey... you have only 3 articles Come and take my 4 . I have way more articles than you!’”可知,作者和那位女士互不相识,所以毫无疑问,他们分开后,作者很难有机会回报她。故选A项。
【32题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意:当我以每小时70英里的速度行驶时,我把速度降到了每小时55英里。A. after之后;B. once一旦;C. since自……以来;D. while当……时候。根据上一句“While driving, I realized that she saved me 10 minutes.”可知,那位女士给作者省出了10分钟时间,所以作者时间充足。所以作者把车开到每小时70英里时,就会把车速降到每小时55英里。故选D项。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我的耗油量急剧下降了35%。A. devotion奉献;B. assumption假设;C. consumption消耗;D. description描述。根据句意和空格前的fuel可知,此处指的是汽车的油耗。故选C项。
【34题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:无可否认,我重新失去了那位女士给我的10分钟的一部分,但这是一种回报她的方式,也是为环境做一件小事。A. Unexpectedly意外地;B. Admittedly不可否认;C. Surprisedly惊讶地;D. Disappointedly失望地。根据下文“I relost part of the 10 minutes that the woman offered me”可知,因为车开的慢,所以作者又失去了那位女士给他省出来的10分钟的一部分。这是不可否认的事实。故选B项。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:无可否认,我重新失去了那位女士给我的10分钟的一部分,但这是一种回报她的方式,为环境做一件小事。A. recall召回;B. help帮助;C. appreciate赞赏;D. repay报答。根据最后的“do a small thing for the environment”可知,作者把降低了油耗,保护环境看作回报那位女士的一种方式。故选D项。
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Sanxingdui Ruins, in the city of Guanghan, is one of the ___36___ (important) ancient remains not only in China but all over the world. It is about 40 kilometers from Chengdu in Sichuan Province.
The Sanxingdui Ruins is best known for ___37___ (it) rich cultural content, large size, and the length of time it has been standing since it ___38___ (create). The Sanxingdui Ruins is made up___39___ several large relic areas that are considered as the largest ancient Shu cultural relic sites in Sichuan Province, ___40___ (total) extending 12 square kilometers.
According to ___41___ the experts were able to find, the Sanxingdui Ruins housed actual life about 2,800 to 4,800 years ago, which means the people ___42___ (live) behind the mysterious Ruins were during the late Neolithic (新石器时代) age. While you are visiting the Sanxingdui Ruins, the highlight (最精彩的部分) will be the very unique Sanxingdui Museum in the northeastern part of the Ruins. The museum ___43___ (cover) a total area of 200,000 square meters and has lots of modern equipment. The government spent over 30 million yuan on the ___44___ (construct) of the museum, creating ____45____ simple but very solemn (庄严) style.
【答案】36. most important
37. its 38. was created
39. of 40. totally
41. what 42. living
43. covers 44. construction
45. a
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍的是三星堆遗址的相关信息。
【36题详解】
考查最高级。句意:位于广汉市的三星堆遗址是中国乃至世界上最重要的古代遗迹之一。此处为固定搭配:one of+形容词最高级+名词复数,故填most important。
【37题详解】
考查物主代词。句意:三星堆遗址以其丰富的文化内容、庞大的规模和自创建以来的悠久历史而闻名。rich cultural content和it之间是所属关系,因此空格处用its,故填its。
【38题详解】
考查时态,语态和主谓一致。句意:三星堆遗址以其丰富的文化内容、庞大的规模和自创建以来的悠久历史而闻名。since引导的时间状语从句中要用一般过去时,it(三星堆遗址)是被建,因此空格处是一般过去时的被动语态,主语it是单数,因此空格处是was created。故填was created。
【39题详解】
考查固定短语。句意:三星堆遗址由几个大遗址区组成,被认为是四川省最大的古蜀文化遗址,总面积达12平方公里。be made up of是固定短语,意为“由……组成”,因此空格处是介词of,故填of。
【40题详解】
考查副词。句意:三星堆遗址由几个大遗址区组成,被认为是四川省最大古蜀文化遗址,总面积达12平方公里。空格处用副词totally修饰动词extending,故填totally。
【41题详解】
考查宾语从句。句意:根据专家们所能找到的资料,三星堆遗址存放着大约2800到4800年前的真实生活,这意味着生活在神秘遗址后面的人生活在新石器时代晚期。空格处引导的是宾语从句,从句中缺少宾语,此处表示“根据专家们所能找到的资料”,因此空格处用what引导宾语从句,故填what。
【42题详解】
考查现在分词。句意同上。means后宾语从句的谓语动词是were,空格处用非谓语动词,people和live之间是主动关系,因此空格处用现在分词表主动,故填living。
【43题详解】
考查时态和主谓一致。句意:博物馆占地20万平方米,有许多现代化的设备。句子描述客观事实,时态用一般现在时,主语museum是单数,因此空格处用第三人称单数covers,故填covers。
【44题详解】
考查名词。句意:政府在博物馆建设上投入了3000多万元,营造了简约而又非常庄严风格。空格处用名词作宾语,construction“建设”是不可数名词,故填construction。
【45题详解】
考查冠词。句意同上。style是可数名词,表泛指,前面要加不定冠词,simple是辅音音素开头,不定冠词用a,故填a。
第三节 根据汉语意思补全句子(10空,每空0.5分,共5分)
46. 1967年,中国政府组建了一支以探索治疗疟疾新方法为目的的科学家队伍。
In 1967, the Chinese government ________ a team of scientists with the__________ of discovering a new treatment for malaria.
【答案】 ①. formed ②. objective
【解析】
【详解】考查动词和名词。根据句子和句意,空处①应为表示“组建”的动词,用动词form,作谓语,由时间状语“In 1967”可知,本句应为一般过去时;由“with the”可知,空处②应为名词,作宾语,表示“目的”,用名词objective,介词短语with the objective of意为“以……为目的”,符合句意。故填①formed;②objective。
47. 他胡须浓密,头发又长又白,有时会像刚遭了电击似的竖起来。
He had a thick moustache and long white hair, __________sometimes stood on end ___________though he had just received an electric shock.
【答案】 ①. which ②. as
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句和状语从句。分析句子结构,“__________ sometimes stood on end”是非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词hair,指物,关系词替代先行词在从句中作主语,所以空1填关系代词which。根据汉语提示“像”和空2后的though,空处填as,构成as though表示“好像”,引导方式状语从句。故填which; as。
48. 在你步入家门的一刹那,灯光亮起,你最喜爱的音乐或电视节目随即开启。
Your lights will come on ______ ______ you enter the door along with your favorite music or TV programmes.
【答案】 ①. the ②. instant
【解析】
【详解】考查时间状语从句。根据句意及所给句子可知,此处使用the instant“一……就……”,引导时间状语从句。故填①the;②instant。
49. 在未来,我们每天将使用先进技术来自动控制我们家里几乎所有的东西。(将来进行时)
In the future,we ________ advanced technology every day for automatic control of just about everything in our home.
【答案】will be using
【解析】
【详解】考查时态。结合句意表示“使用”应用动词use,将来进行时。故填will be using。
50. 你的智能家居将会探测出来,并给你提供相关的信息。
Your smart home will detect it and provide you with the__________ information.
【答案】relevant
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。“相关的”为形容词relevant,作定语,修饰名词information,故填relevant。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
51. 某英文报将举办一场中学生英语作文比赛。请以“Technology and Life”为题,写一篇短文参赛,内容包括:
1.科技在生活中的运用;
2.你的感想。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Technology and Life
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】Technology and Life
Over the last few decades, technologies have been constantly springing up, which has greatly changed our life. It is acknowledged that facial recognition makes it easy for us to get into stations, the airport and other places. Also, the high-speed railway shortens the travelling time between two cities, enabling us to visit more places conveniently. In addition, mobile payment, allows us to pay for everything wherever there is a QR code.
As is known to us, technologies are all around us. Obviously, they have made our life more efficient and colorful. Only by making better use of them can we become the master of life.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于说明文,要求考生写一篇主题为“Technology and Life”的短文,参加中学生英语作文比赛。
【详解】1.词汇积累
不断地:non-stop→ constantly
此外:besides→ in addition
认同:recognize→ acknowledge
涌现:appear→ spring up
2.句式拓展
合并简单句
原句:As is known to us, technologies are all around us. Obviously, they have made our life more efficient and colorful.
拓展句:As is known to us, technologies which have made our life more efficient and colorful are all around us.
【点睛】[高分句型1] It is recognized that facial recognition makes it easy for us to get into stations, the airport and other places. (运用了that引导的主语从句)
[高分句型2] Only by making better use of them can we become the master of life. (运用了部分倒装结构)
第二节 (满分25分)
52. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。
It was time to go home. “Remember to work on your class speeches for homework,” Miss Walker said as everyone started talking and packing their school bags. Jenny felt sick. She hated having to read aloud in class. She was sure everyone would get really bored with listening to her. Once, when Jenny was reading out her holiday diary, Lee was even looking at his watch, a silver and blue one which seemed just magical.
Jenny watched Lee walk ahead of her as they left school. He seemed so clever, and he had a certain sort of shining confidence. He was just one of those people who were good at everything. Jenny sighed. As she turned the corner, she saw Lee’s watch lying right in the middle of the path.
Jenny picked it up and wanted to return it to Lee, but she couldn’t catch up with him. When she arrived home, Jenny put it on, thinking about the magic. She was surprised that it fitted so well. She walked to the mirror and started practicing her speech. Words just flooded out of her. “I’m going to talk about swimming. I have been lucky. I’ve won lots of competitions. But when I’m in a race, I’m not really thinking about winning. I’m just loving the feeling of being in the water…” Jenny laughed with excitement. She walked across the room. She suddenly seemed to have a certain sort of confidence. Turning back to the minor, Jenny saw a flash of light from the watch in the glass. The flashes of silver seemed almost magical. So maybe Lee’s watch really did have something magical.
The next day, as the lesson began, Miss Walker ask cd who was going to be brave and go first. Nobody moved, Jenny slowly raised her arm. Before Miss Walker could say something, there was a shout “She’s stolen in y watch!” Lee said angrily. “It went missing at school yesterday.”
注意:1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2.续写部分分为两段. 每段的开头语已为你写好;
Paragraph 1:
Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny, waiting for an explanation,
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Paragraph 2:
Miss Walker smiled and asked the class lo listen lo Jenny’s speech first.
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【答案】Paragraph 1:
Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny, waiting for an explanation, but Jenny didn’t know how to answer. How could she explain about the watch and its magic No one would understand. No one could believe. “But I saw you wearing it yesterday,” Miss Walker gently reminded Lee. For a moment, Lee remained silent and then he apologized he had just remembered that. Jenny was relieved, saying she had found the watch on the way home and decided to return it after the speech. Everybody was puzzled and asked why. Jenny was speechless again.
Paragraph 2:
Miss Walker smiled and asked the class to listen to Jenny’s speech first. Jenny walked slowly to the front, and she couldn’t think properly. All round her, a sea of faces was watching her. She felts so frightened and the watch didn’t seem magical at all. Suddenly she saw Miss Walkers encouraging eyes. Jenny took a deep breath, and started her speech, “I’m going to talk about swimming…” Ten minutes later, the whole class stood up and applauding Jenny’s wonderful speech. Jenny smiled and told everyone, “The watch is ordinary, and what is really magical is confidence.”
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了沃克老师布置了在课堂上朗读的作业,珍妮对此感到担心。放学回家的路上,她捡到了优秀同学李的手表。她本想把手表还给同学,但发现手表似乎有魔力,给了她自信,让她能流利地演讲。第二天,她戴着手表去了学校,并在课堂上勇敢地举手。这时李同学发现了她手腕上的手表。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“每个人都目不转睛地盯着珍妮,等着她解释”可知,第一段可描写珍妮如何解释手表的事情。
②由第二段首句内容“沃克小姐笑了笑,让全班同学先听珍妮的演讲”可知,第二段可描写珍妮成功地进行了演讲,并发现手表并没有魔力,真正神奇的是自信。
2.续写线索:珍妮无言应对——老师解围——再次陷入尴尬——老师再次解围——完成演讲并获得感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①盯着:fix one’s eyes on/focus one’s eyes on
②回复:answer/respond
③相信、信任:believe/trust
情绪类
①温柔地,友善的:gently/friendly
②困惑的:puzzled/confused
【点睛】[高分句型1] Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny, waiting for an explanation, but Jenny didn’t know how to answer.(运用了现在分词短语作伴随状语)
[高分句型2] Jenny was relieved, saying she had found the watch on the way home and decided to return it after the speech.(运用了现在分词短语作伴随状语和省略连接词的宾语从句)
[高分句型3] The watch is ordinary, and what is really magical is confidence.(运用了what引导主语从句)
听力1-5 BBCAC 6-10 CBBAB 11-15 CCABA 16-20 CACBA2022-2023仙游二中高二上学期期中考试(英语)
考试时间120分钟 满分150分
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What do we know about the woman
A. She can’t afford a house.
B. She prefers the second house.
C. She is in trouble now.
2. How does the man probably feel
A. Surprised. B. Angry. C. Apologetic.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a gym.
B. In a supermarket.
C. In a hospital.
4. What does the man do
A. He’s a repairman. B. He’s a waiter. C. He’s a salesman.
5. What are the speakers doing
A. Preparing a party. B. Repairing tents. C. Camping
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. A couple. C. Classmates.
7. When will the woman take her piano lesson
A. From 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
B. From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
C. From 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Urban transportation.
B. University bus system.
C. University courses.
9. Who might the woman be
A. A college professor. B. A student. C. A tour guide.
10. What does the woman say about the shuttle bus
A. It takes a long time to wait.
B. It’s free of charge.
C. It has no fixed time.
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a mall. B. In the classroom. C. At home.
12. What kind of sweater did the woman buy
A A pink one with a low neck.
B. A purple one with a high neck.
C. A blue one with a V-neck.
13. What does the man think of the woman
A. She’s easily persuaded.
B. She’s good at bargaining.
C. She’s a wise consumer.
听下面一段长对话,回答小题。
14. What is the conversation mainly about
A. An organization. B. An activity. C. Environmental problems.
15. How do the speakers sound
A. Active. B. Negative. C. Indifferent.
16. What will the man do next Friday
A. See the head of the Student Union.
B. Recycle used batteries.
C. Attend a lecture.
听下面一段独白,回答小题。
17. Who is Benjamin Franklin according to the talk
A. The forefather of the US Postal system.
B. The first man to deliver mail in the US.
C. One of the pilots flying the mail.
18. How long have mailmen been delivering mail by scooter
A. Over 250 years.
B. Over 200 years.
C. Over 100 years.
19. When did women begin to take city routes to deliver mail
A. In 1775. B. In 1917. C. In 1918.
20. What will the speaker probably talk about next
A Another person who flew the mail.
B. A story about a female mail carrier.
C. An organization that delivers mail.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
While tea may have originated in Asia, now there are many countries all around the world that have tea woven into their food culture and traditions. This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all results in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.
Chinese tea culture
Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition. Today, Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.
Japanese tea culture
Japan also has a long history with tea, especially Japanese Matcha, which is a kind of ground green tea that is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies and only in recent years became popular in western culture.
British tea culture
When many people think about tea, British tea culture is what comes to mind. A hot cup of English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day. Even though tea may not be native to England, this British tea tradition is still going strong today.
Moroccan tea culture
When you visit Morocco, it is hard to miss the outstanding tea culture that is such a large part of Moroccan hospitality. Before any gathering, negotiation, or sale of a product, a pot of mint tea is always prepared and served among the host and guests. This is an expression of Moroccan tradition and hospitality, which should always be accepted by guests as a sign of appreciation and respect to the host.
1. Why can tea find its way into various food cultures
A. It originates in Asia. B. It forms different ceremonies.
C. It gets people connected easily. D. It allows people to sit together.
2. What do Chinese and Japanese tea cultures have in common according to the text
A. They have a long history.
B. They are used in medicine.
C. They are famous for ground green tea.
D. They’ve long gained worldwide recognition.
3. Why are the Brits keen on tea in the afternoon
A. To get new energy. B. To bring out respect.
C. To show hospitality. D. To observe a tradition.
B
Recently we celebrated my grandmother’s 90th birthday. Family members traveled to my hometown to visit her. This was the first time in many years that I had seen so many of them. Though this was an opportunity to see family, many people did not make it. Honestly, living far from hometown, I had missed many family gatherings. But this one made me realize how much I was really missing.
It seemed strange when I was looking at the laces realizing whom they were and greeting them with open arms. After chatting for a while, we caught up on each other’s news. Several relatives suggested having a family reunion soon if everyone wasn’t so busy. But my grandmother’s generation was much busier, yet still found time to gather. They understood the importance of visiting one another. They knew time is flying and that those you care about most won’t be here forever.
Today, we focus on our careers and raising our kids. Our extended family isn’t the center it once was. Besides, we keep in touch on social media. But what we really miss are the potato salad, the moments of laughter and sudden bursts of excitement when we hug someone we haven’t seen for over 10 years. Although the next get-together is always a year or so away, people aren’t goods and everyone has an expiration(到期)dale.
I left my grandmother’s party with a much better sense of who I am and where I come from. I spent valuable time with people who contributed to who I am today. I had forgotten how much I love them and I was reminded how much I am loved.
4. How did the author feel about missing previous family gatherings
A. Indifferent. B. Sad. C. Regretful. D. Annoyed.
5. What do we know about the author’s grandmother’s generation
A. They were carefree. B. They held family dear.
C. They took time seriously. D. They seldom visited family.
6. What does the author mean by the last sentence in paragraph 3
A. Family reunions mean no fun.
B. All goods don’t have an expiration date.
C. People are always too busy to get together.
D We should see loved ones more before it’s too late.
7. Why does the author write the text
A. To convince readers to meet friends.
B. To share an interesting family reunion.
C. To stress the value of family gatherings.
D. To compare different generations’ values.
C
People have many different ways to relax during break time at work or school. Smartphones are probably the number one choice for a quick mental vacation. Although it might seem like a good time, the result is opposite, according to a recent psychological study from Rutgers University.
For the study, more than 400 students were asked to finish a set of 20 word puzzles. Halfway though the task, the students were divided into three groups. One group was allowed to take a break and use cellphones to buy things online. The second group was asked to have a rest and buy things using a computer. The last group didn't take any break at all.
Surprisingly, the group that used their cellphones during the break went back to work feeling the most tired and least motivated to continue. They also had the hardest time solving the remaining word puzzles.
Terri Kurtzberg, co-author of the study, explained that they assumed looking at cellphones during a break would be no different from any other break—but instead, the phone may cause increasing levels of distraction that make it difficult to return focused attention to work tasks.
“Cellphones may have this effect because even just seeing your phone activates thoughts of checking messages, connecting with people, and more, in ways that are different than how we use other screens like computers, and laptops," Kurtzberg said.
This is echoed by a recent study from the US University of Chicago. It found that even if cellphones are turned off or turned face down, their mere presence reduces a person's cognitive capacity.
8. What can we learn from the study
A. The participants were divided into groups at the beginning.
B. The last group had the hardest time solving the word puzzles.
C. Computers and laptops cause more distraction.
D. Cellphones may make people less focused on work.
9. What does the underlined word “echoed” in the last paragraph mean
A. Agreed. B. Remembered. C. Overcome. D. Complained.
10. What suggestion will the author give in the following paragraph
A. Try putting your smartphone away during your next break.
B. Using computers to shop online rather than cellphones.
C. Stop checking messages and connecting with people by cellphone.
D. Turning off your cellphone during work time.
11. What's the text mainly about
A. Ways to relax for students. B. The result from a word- puzzle game.
C. A study on using smart-phones to relax. D. Effects brought by the smart-phone.
D
If you’re homeless and looking for a temporary shelter in Hawaii’s capital, expect a visit from a robotic police dog that will scan your eyes to make sure you don’t have a fever. That’s just one of the ways public safety agencies are starting to use Spot, a new robot that runs around with quick movement.
The police officials experimenting with the four-legged machines say they’re just another tool to keep emergency responders out of harm’s way as they search for dangers.
Joseph O’Neal, an officer of the Honolulu Police Department, said the robot has protected officers, shelter staff and residents by scanning body temperatures between mealtimes at a shelter where homeless people could quarantine (隔离) and get tested for COVID-19. The robot is also used to remotely interview individuals who have tested positive (阳性).
The company that makes the robots, Boston Dynamics, says it’s trying to do a good job of explaining to the public and its customers what Spot can and cannot do. “One of the most difficult tasks is accurately explaining the state of the technology to people who have never had personal experience with it,” said Michael Perry, vice president of the company.
There are roughly 500 Spot robots now in the wild. Perry said they’re commonly used by companies to check dangerous areas. Spot is also used to monitor construction sites, mines and factories, equipped with whatever sensor is needed for the job.
It’s still mostly controlled by humans, though all they have to do is tell it which direction to go and it can climb stairs or cross over rough areas. It can also operate autonomously, but only if it’s already memorized a road and there aren’t too many surprise obstacles (障碍). “The first value that most people see in the robot is taking a person out of a dangerous situation,” Perry said.
12 What do police officials use Spot robots do
A. Find out patients’ eye problems. B. Treat patients’ fever.
C. Protect homeless people. D. Take people’s body temperature.
13. What’s the main idea of paragraph 3
A. The shelter where people get tested. B. The function of the robotic police dog.
C. The future development of the robots. D. The characteristic of the four-legged machine.
14. What’s the company’s big challenge
A. How to describe the technology. B. How to win its customers’ trust.
C. How to promote Spot robots. D. How to produce more Spot robots.
15. What can we infer about Spot robots from the last paragraph
A. They can plan their own road easily. B. They can remember a familiar road.
C. They can overcome many obstacles. D. They can choose direction themselves.
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Studying longer does not necessarily mean studying better.___16___ Below are some great ways of learning as much as you can without getting too stressed.
Find the right place to study.
The first thing you need to do is avoid distractions (分散注意力的事物) while studying.___17___ You should keep away from television sets and phone calls. Get all of your study materials together, so you will not be interrupted in the middle of your session.
Break down the tasks into smaller parts.
When you have gotten everything ready, list the items you need to study, and arrange them across several hours or days, depending on how big your load is. As a general rule, assign (分配) at least one hour to each subject. ___18___ By doing this, you will be able to know more easily how long you need for each topic.
Schedule study breaks.
When you have listed all of your tasks and made a schedule, you should arrange study breaks. ___19___ This will give your eyes some time to rest, and yourself a chance to go to the bathroom or have some coffee. Scheduled breaks will reduce the need for you to interrupt yourself to the lowest level during the study session.
Put your tasks in order of importance.
___20___ Just in case you run out of time to study, or if you think you do not have enough time to cover all topics, you should study in an order.
A. Each break may take about 15 minutes every two hours.
B. Learn to arrange the subjects in order of importance.
C. This means going to one place that will give you peace and quiet.
D. The key to efficient studying is following the schedule strictly.
E. You can find a way to test your knowledge by having a study partner.
F. If you have a broad subject, you will need to break it down into smaller parts.
G. To make the best use of your time, you need to learn how to study efficiently(高效地).
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last Monday, to prepare a picnic, I decided to go into a superstore which was on my way home.
I parked my car in the big parking lot and went into the superstore. It was a huge one, ___21___ onto 2 stories and 200,000+ square feet. After 45 minutes of shopping to just get some tomatoes, cheese and 3 toothpicks, I arrived at the cashier line, thoughtful and a bit ___22___ by the time I spent to get 3 ___23___. I wondered why I did not go to a small local store.
After 15 minutes of waiting in the line, the woman in front of me called me, “Hey... you have only 3 articles Come and take my ___24___ . I have way more articles than you!”
It wasn’t the first time it happened to me. But her intention was ___25___, as well as was her smile (she did not wear any mask, so I could see it). Not knowing what else to do, I accepted her___26___. We chatted a bit waiting for the customers ahead of us to finish — she was incredibly___27___. Then I thanked her, giving her back my brightest smile (although I was wearing a mask...).
___28___ my car, I rethought about that good moment, and realized that she ___29___ my day. In the meantime, I wondered how to ___30___ it back to her. No ___31___ it was quite impossible, so I considered how to pay it forward to someone else.
While driving, I realized that she saved me 10 minutes. And ___32___ I was driving at 70 mph, I reduced my speed to 55 mph. My fuel ___33___ dramatically dropped down by 35%.
___34___, I relost part of the 10 minutes that the woman offered me, but it was a way to ___35___ her and do a small thing for the environment.
21. A. spreading B. covering C. turning D. taking
22. A. embarrassed B. delighted C. discouraged D. contented
23. A. foods B. copies C. passages D. articles
24. A. seat B. place C. advice D. chance
25. A. awkward B. fancy C. irresistible D. familiar
26. A. standing B. offering C. suffering D. talking
27. A. pleasant B. reliable C. confident D. powerful
28. A. Getting off B. Getting through C. Getting away from D. Getting back in
29. A. ruined B. satisfied C. made D. filled
30. A. answer B. give C. bring D. hold
31. A. doubt B. wonder C. need D. sense
32. A. after B. once C. since D. while
33. A. devotion B. assumption C. consumption D. description
34. A. Unexpectedly B. Admittedly C. Surprisedly D. Disappointedly
35. A. recall B. help C. appreciate D. repay
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Sanxingdui Ruins, in the city of Guanghan, is one of the ___36___ (important) ancient remains not only in China but all over the world. It is about 40 kilometers from Chengdu in Sichuan Province.
The Sanxingdui Ruins is best known for ___37___ (it) rich cultural content, large size, and the length of time it has been standing since it ___38___ (create). The Sanxingdui Ruins is made up___39___ several large relic areas that are considered as the largest ancient Shu cultural relic sites in Sichuan Province, ___40___ (total) extending 12 square kilometers.
According to ___41___ the experts were able to find, the Sanxingdui Ruins housed actual life about 2,800 to 4,800 years ago, which means the people ___42___ (live) behind the mysterious Ruins were during the late Neolithic (新石器时代的) age. While you are visiting the Sanxingdui Ruins, the highlight (最精彩的部分) will be the very unique Sanxingdui Museum in the northeastern part of the Ruins. The museum ___43___ (cover) a total area of 200,000 square meters and has lots of modern equipment. The government spent over 30 million yuan on the ___44___ (construct) of the museum, creating ____45____ simple but very solemn (庄严) style.
第三节 根据汉语意思补全句子(10空,每空0.5分,共5分)
46. 1967年,中国政府组建了一支以探索治疗疟疾新方法为目的的科学家队伍。
In 1967, the Chinese government ________ a team of scientists with the__________ of discovering a new treatment for malaria.
47. 他胡须浓密,头发又长又白,有时会像刚遭了电击似的竖起来。
He had a thick moustache and long white hair, __________sometimes stood on end ___________though he had just received an electric shock.
48. 在你步入家门的一刹那,灯光亮起,你最喜爱的音乐或电视节目随即开启。
Your lights will come on ______ ______ you enter the door along with your favorite music or TV programmes.
49. 在未来,我们每天将使用先进技术来自动控制我们家里几乎所有的东西。(将来进行时)
In the future,we ________ advanced technology every day for automatic control of just about everything in our home.
50. 你的智能家居将会探测出来,并给你提供相关的信息。
Your smart home will detect it and provide you with the__________ information.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
51. 某英文报将举办一场中学生英语作文比赛。请以“Technology and Life”为题,写一篇短文参赛,内容包括:
1.科技在生活中的运用;
2.你的感想。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Technology and Life
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第二节 (满分25分)
52. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。
It was time to go home. “Remember to work on your class speeches for homework,” Miss Walker said as everyone started talking and packing their school bags. Jenny felt sick. She hated having to read aloud in class. She was sure everyone would get really bored with listening to her. Once, when Jenny was reading out her holiday diary, Lee was even looking at his watch, a silver and blue one which seemed just magical.
Jenny watched Lee walk ahead of her as they left school. He seemed so clever, and he had a certain sort of shining confidence. He was just one of those people who were good at everything. Jenny sighed. As she turned the corner, she saw Lee’s watch lying right in the middle of the path.
Jenny picked it up and wanted to return it to Lee, but she couldn’t catch up with him. When she arrived home, Jenny put it on, thinking about the magic. She was surprised that it fitted so well. She walked to the mirror and started practicing her speech. Words just flooded out of her. “I’m going to talk about swimming. I have been lucky. I’ve won lots of competitions. But when I’m in a race, I’m not really thinking about winning. I’m just loving the feeling of being in the water…” Jenny laughed with excitement. She walked across the room. She suddenly seemed to have a certain sort of confidence. Turning back to the minor, Jenny saw a flash of light from the watch in the glass. The flashes of silver seemed almost magical. So maybe Lee’s watch really did have something magical.
The next day, as the lesson began, Miss Walker ask cd who was going to be brave and go first. Nobody moved, Jenny slowly raised her arm. Before Miss Walker could say something, there was a shout “She’s stolen in y watch!” Lee said angrily. “It went missing at school yesterday.”
注意:1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2.续写部分分为两段. 每段的开头语已为你写好;
Paragraph 1:
Everybody was fixing their eyes on Jenny, waiting for an explanation,
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Paragraph 2:
Miss Walker smiled and asked the class lo listen lo Jenny’s speech first.
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听力1-5 BBCAC 6-10 CBBAB 11-15 CCABA 16-20 CACBA
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