江苏省扬州市2023-2024高一下学期6月期末英语试卷
试卷更新日期:2024-08-02 类型:期末考试
一、第二部分,阅读理解,第一节 单项选择(共 15 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分 37.5 分)
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1. 阅读理解
Social media platforms are filled with individuals proudly sharing their rapid mastering of a language. Where does the secret lie? The truth lies in our addiction to instant satisfaction promised by some language apps.
However, besides these apps, here are some ways to help you learn a new language:
⒈Be a child, watch cartoons
One of the most common advice for language learners is to watch children's cartoons, which can be found on YOUKU. These cartoons are often made up of basic phrases and words that one would learn at beginner's level.
⒉Turn the volume (音量) up
If watching cartoons is not your cup of tea, fear not, for there is the alternative of listening to podcasts (播客) and songs. Not only can you pick up phrases and idioms, but you can also develop your appreciation for the culture.
⒊Let the words flow
Talking to wait staff at native restaurants can help with your language skills. To avoid the risk of making mistake in public you can start by speaking to your pets. Tell them about your day. As you grow more confident, work up to a native speaker.
⒋Aforeign stamp
A commonly overlooked method is to keep a pen pal. Through the exchange of letters, you not only get to practise your writing skills but can also get a friend.
Over all, continuous practice is key to unlocking the door of mastery. No matter which approach you choose, it's important to revisit the language you are learning every day, even if it's just for 15 minutes.
(1)、Why do language learning apps appeal to us?A、Because of their easy access. B、Because of their language platforms. C、Because of their proud claims. D、Because of their immediate pleasure.(2)、To learn about vocabulary and culture, which way would you choose?A、Be a child, watch cartoons. B、Turn the volume up. C、Let the words flow. D、A foreign stamp.(3)、What is the key to mastering a new language?A、Daily practice. B、More confidence. C、Occasional visits. D、Regular sharing.2. 阅读理解Short-sightedness is thought to affect around one in three people in the UK. The World Health Organisation predicts that about half of the world's population will have myopia, or shortsightedness, by 2050.
Generally a childhood phenomenon, myopia happens when the eyeball grows too long from front to back, making it more oval-shaped (椭圆) than round, thus unable to see faraway things clearly.
While our first reaction is to blame the increased use of screens, experts believe the real reason is not that, exactly, but it's related: less time spent outdoors. Natural light is essential for healthy eye development, says Schwartz. Access to natural light stimulates dopamine (多巴胺), which helps normal growth and development of the eyeball. Indoor lighting doesn't do the trick. Ideally, kids should get at least two hours of natural light a day.
That said, our increased use of screens is a problem. Most screens are high contrast—like black text on a white page, or light text on a dark background, says Schwartz. A 2018 study in Scientific Records found that looking at black text on white backgrounds compared to natural environments could lead to myopia. Close work, like reading and looking closely at screens, has also been shown to cause myopia.
Most people's eyesight settles in their teens, but some people get nearsighted later in life. Poor eyesight isn't the only downside; people with myopia are at a higher risk of developing eye issues as they age. That's why regular eye examinations are important.
Researchers are working on ways to slow down rising myopia rates. A clinical trial at Ohio State University found that eye-drops with a low dose of atropine (阿托品) can slow myopia in kids. There's also some early evidence that a type of contact lens (隐形 眼镜) called Peripheral Defocus lenses might stop nearsightedness from worsening.
You can also reduce eye tiredness by making a few simple lifestyle changes, such as reading or working in good light, choosing non-glare screens for your computer or TV and taking frequent breaks.
(1)、What happens to the eyeball when one gets short-sighted?A、The eyeball becomes rounder in shape. B、The eyeball turns unclear and cloudy. C、The eyeball shortens from front to back. D、The eyeball becomes more oval-shaped.(2)、What is the main cause of myopia according to experts?A、Increased use of screens. B、Reduced activities in the open air. C、Access to indoor lighting. D、Reading on contrast screens.(3)、What is the significance of natural light to eye development?A、It causes production of a chemical to help eyeball's normal growth. B、It helps to relax your eyes by providing a break from screens. C、It increases the contrast on screens, making them easier to read. D、It is essential for seeing black text on a white background clearly.(4)、Which of the following is NOTmentioned as a way to slow down rising myopia rates?A、Low-dose atropine eye-drops. B、Peripheral Defocus lenses. C、Regular eye examinations. D、Forming healthy eye habits.3. 阅读理解Researchers working in the ancient city of Pompeii, Italy, have found two frescoes (a type of wall painting) in a large dining hall. The art has laid undisturbed beneath ash and pumice (a kind of rock that comes from volcanoes) for nearly 2,000 years. Pompeii was a Roman city in ancient Italy, until an eruption by Mount Vesuvius, a nearby volcano, in AD 79 buried it. The thick layer of ash and rock protected many of Pompeii's treasures from damage and thieves. Teams of archaeologists, experts who study ancient objects to help us understand history, are gradually uncovering its mysteries.
The team put a special kind of glue into the back of the frescoes to keep them from falling off the wall. A roof is being put up over the room too, to protect it from the weather. The paintings show figures from Greek stories, including Helen of Troy, the daughter of the god Zeus, and Cassandra, who could predict the future. The Romans admired Greek culture.
Experts say the style of the art is unusual for the time. The frescoes are painted on a black wall, and experts think the colour was chosen to hide soot, a black powder produced by the oil-burning lamps used at the time. It also makes the frescoes stand out brightly. The floor of the dining room is a mosaic (马赛克) where patterns are created with small tiles (瓷砖). Researchers think the mosaic, which is white with a black border, contains a million tiles that would have reflected the sun up onto the paintings.
Archaeologists think they know who owned the building and paintings because they found the initials "ARV" carved into a wall. Dr Sophie Hay told the BBC, "We know who ARV is: he's Aulus Rustius Verus. He's a politician. He's super-rich."
Though there have been many incredible finds in the Pompeii area in recent years, uncovering Pompeii is tricky, expensive and time-consuming. A third of the city is still buried, but it will stay that way for now. The hope is that technology will improve and future archaeologists will find better ways of digging up the remaining ruins.
(1)、What can we conclude about the two frescoes?A、They were found on the roof of a dining hall. B、They were first buried for better protection. C、They are now well protected by the experts D、They are typical art works of Italian culture.(2)、How does the author introduce the style of the art?A、By giving examples. B、By making comparisons. C、By telling stories. D、By providing explanations.(3)、What does the "the initials" mean in paragraph 4?A、The first letters. B、The great politicians. C、The rich persons. D、The famous painters.(4)、What can we infer from the last paragraph?A、The study of the buried city was incredible. B、Uncovering Pompeii is a really easy task. C、The whole city will be brought to light soon. D、Better ways are needed to uncover Pompeii.4. 阅读理解As China continues its way to higher-quality economic development, it is increasing its dependence on the Intelligent Economy, driven by innovation and new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).
While development of AI in the West began in the 1950s, China did not begin conducting its own AI research until the end of the 1970s. Despite its later start, China's AI research is among the most advanced in the world in some areas. China now ranks first in its number of AI research papers, AI patent (专利) applications and the scale of its AI industry and research.
The development of AI is now part of China's national strategy. In 2017, China released the New Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Plan, which set the goal of reaching global forefront in AI by 2030. China is also strengthening international cooperation in the development of AI, especially with the United States. As the world's two largest economies, development and competition between China and the United States in AI development is attracting global attention. China has a lot to learn from the United States in the depth and breadth of its AI research.
AI technology is having a positive impact on China in many fields. Technologies and products are arising in intelligent driving, smart homes and smart cities, and breakthroughs are being made in fields such as smart chips and general large language models. People are becoming used to AI-powered technologies, such as self-driving vehicles and aircraft, and contactless supermarkets.
Like elsewhere in the world, AI development also creates moral risks in China, and the country is carrying out research on AI morals to ensure that technological development remains in line with social morals.
AI presents a historic global opportunity, and China will continue to increase its investment in AI research and application and promote the integration ( 融 合 ) of AI technology into other industries. Doing so will speed the development of the Intelligent Economy.
(1)、China now ranks first in the following fields Except ________.A、The number of AI research papers. B、The scale of AI industry. C、The number of AI patent applications. D、The design of AI chips.(2)、Why does the author mention the United States in the passage?A、To introduce a way of China's AI development. B、To show us that China is far behind in this field. C、To compare the AI development of the two countries. D、To convey that China wants to attract global attention.(3)、What is the author's attitude towards the influence of AI technology?A、Negative. B、Positive. C、Objective. D、Uncertain.(4)、What is the possible title of the passage?A、The Situation of Chinese Economy. B、The History of AI Technology. C、The Rise of the Intelligent Economy. D、The Future of Science Technology.二、第二部分,阅读理解,第二节 七选五(共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分 12.5 分)
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5. 根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两 项为多余选项。
Have you ever heard of "children of the stars"? It might sound mysterious, but the expression refers to children with autism(自闭症). World Autism Awareness Day falls on April.
Autism is a disorder with signs that appear within the first three years of life. The condition is believed to involve difficulties in social communication as well as limited, repetitive behaviors, interests, or activities.
Many children with autism experience epilepsy (癫痫) due to differences in brain activity. Epilepsy among people with autism becomes even more common starting from teen years.
At present, the exact cause of autism remains unknown, but research indicates that it is likely a result of a mix of developmental, genetic, and environmental factors. If the first child in a family has autism, the chances of the second child also having autism are about 10 times higher than in families where the first child is not autistic.
Although autism is a lifelong condition, there are various ways available to help them. Agreements from others will make them feel proud, enabling them to communicate with others more effectively.
For those close to autism sufferers, it's useful to figure out what is acceptable and what is not. For children with autism, these may benefit them for a lifetime.
A. Their parents often feel depressed.
B. Children with autism also have physical sufferings.
C. They made less eye contact with people compared to other kids.
D. It is essential not to view people with autism with a sense of strangeness.
E. Older parents are more likely to have autistic children than younger parents.
F. They should also have a deep understanding of autism and how to deal with it.
G. It was started to raise awareness and promote acceptance of people with autism.
三、第三部分,语言运用,第一节 完形填空(共 15 小题;每小题 1 分,满分 15 分)
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6. 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。
One sunny afternoon, Wang Qing, a student at the Communication University of China, was walking on campus when her eyes were 1 to a cheongsam ( 旗袍) dress in a second-hand shop.
Wang Qing 2 the shop and gently touched the dress, feeling the history and culture behind it. The dress was cheap but of excellent quality, perfectly in line with her shopping 3 : valuing cost-effectiveness over 4 about buying second-hand things. She gladly bought the second-hand cheongsam dress and returned to her dormitory with joy.
Actually, Wang Qing often found 5 items on second-hand platforms like "Xianyu," saving money while 6 her needs. She also received textbooks from 7 who no longer needed them, preventing waste.
Wang isn't 8 . Zhang Yiming from Renmin University ventured into the world of second-hand trading by chance. He had a movie ticket but couldn't attend due to a schedule change, so he decided to sell it. This experience 9 him to the joys of second-hand trading, leading him to 10 both online and offline options.
"In a seller's 11 , selling an unused item not only prevents waste but also earns some money in the 12 ," Zhang said in an interview. He believed that modern youths put more 13 on practicality, seeking 14 for money in their purchases.
The stories of these two young people 15 more and more young people to join the second-hand trading movement, promoting a green, eco-friendly, and economical lifestyle.
(1)A、 transported B、 drawn C、 signaled D、 brought(2)A、 broke into B、 stepped into C、 looked over D、 took over(3)A、 list B、 collection C、 philosophy D、 basket(4)A、 complaints B、 concepts C、 guarantees D、 concerns(5)A、 appealing B、 moving C、 frightening D、 puzzling(6)A、 satisfying B、 ignoring C、 understanding D、 determining(7)A、 classmates B、 graduates C、 composers D、 natives(8)A、 alone B、 anxious C、 aware D、 accessible(9)A、 stimulated B、 described C、 introduced D、 recommended(10)A、 export B、 establish C、 explore D、 estimate(11)A、 interest B、 observation C、 imagination D、 view(12)A、 direction B、 destination C、 form D、 process(13)A、 pressure B、 emphasis C、 blame D、 limits(14)A、 value B、 deal C、 advice D、 help(15)A、 intended B、 instructed C、 inspired D、 invited四、第三部分,语言运用,第二节 短文填空(共 10 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 15 分)
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7. 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。
Chopsticks have a history of more than 3,000 years. They are a (reflect) of Chinese wisdom, and they are also a symbol of the eastern civilization.
Usually, chopsticks (make) of wood, bone, metal and other materials, and they are also known as "zhu" in ancient China. Chopsticks are convenient,eating with chopsticks is very difficult for first-time learners. (hold) two chopsticks with one hand, you have to pick up the food and send it into your mouth by moving your fingers (flexible).
Ordinary chopsticks are the inheritance (传承) of the Chinese culture. The sound of washing chopsticks under running water and the taste of familiar food from a chopstick eating end remind Chinese people home.
Chopsticks are not only eating tool but also a kind of art. There are delicate patterns on the chopsticks. Small chopsticks can pass on Chinese civilization , carry forward different forms of Chinese culture. Thanks to (vary) civilizations, the world becomes colorful. The cultural tensions (create) by differences have a unique form of charm.
Chinese culture has always been there showing its unique charm and openness. Chopsticks are not simple.
五、第三部分,语言运用,第三节,语法填空,阅读下面的句子,在空白处填入适当的内容(1 个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。(共 5 小题;每题 1 分,满分 5 分)
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8. (give) one more time, Mr Keating is willing to inspire students ' talents and potentials.9. I studied all night, only (discover) in the morning that I had forgotten that the exam was delayed.10. The dragon is about 70 meters long and weighs more than 200 pounds, with its body (wrap) with pearl grass.11. Children (grow) up in cities have fewer opportunities to wander in green fields.12. I appreciate (listen) to classical music, as it helps me focus and improves my reading experience.
六、第四节,单词填空,阅读下面的句子,根据首字母在空白处填入单词的正确形式(请在答题卡上写全单词形式)(共 5 小题,每题 1 分,满分 5 分)
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13. Nelson Mandela finally won his f after 27 years in prison.14. She made an a to solve the puzzle, but she couldn't figure it out.15. She tried to get more lifeboats to rpeople calling for help in the water.16. Human beings differ from animals because the former is c of using language.17. It was exciting that my favorite writer would come to d a speech at the invitation of the principal.
七、第五节,完成句子,根据所给汉语句子,在空格里填上合适的单词,使整个句子句意完整,语法正 确;每空一词。(填写课本所学词块、句子结构等,意义需正确)(共 10 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 15 分
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18. 我还想当然地以为他总能随叫随到呢。
I just that he would always be around.
19. 我们将梦想和愿望刻在我们生活的画布上,希望为它们注入生命We carve our dreams and desires into the canvas of our lives, hoping to them.
20. 令他们宽慰的是,那个失踪的男孩被发现在一棵树下和几只狗玩耍。, the missing child was found playing with several dogs under a tree.
21. 我所希望的是,不论特雷弗在哪儿,他都能安然无恙地回家。I hope that wherever Trevor is, he will come home .
22. 互联网给我们提供了大量触手可及的信息,但组织这些信息就变得麻烦了。The Internet puts tons of information , but organizing it gets a bit tricky.
23. 我们应该向为保卫祖国而牺牲的军人们表示敬意。We should show respect for soldiers who died our country.
24. 在工作了一整天疲惫不堪之后,一杯咖啡能让人感觉恰到好处。A cup of coffee can after a long and tiring day at work.
25. 有时候,压力和焦虑会成为创造力的阻碍。Sometimes stress and anxiety can of creativity.
26. 我们不知道等待我们的将是什么样的生活。We don't know what life holds us.
27. 我的所有努力最终得到了回报,我终于通过了考试。All my hard work in the end, and I finally passed the exam.
八、第四部分 应用文写作(满分 15 分)
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28. 假定你是李华,请为校英语报"Reading Novels, Learning English "栏目写一篇 稿件,向同学们推荐一本你喜欢的英文小说。内容包括:1. 内容简介;2. 推荐理由。 注意:1. 写作词数应为 80 左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
In order to learn English well, I would like to recommend ...
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