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2021-2022学年高二上学期期中英语试题精选汇编
阅读理解专题
浙江省宁波市鄞州中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语学科试题
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Zhang Guimei Awarded CPC’s Top Honor July 1 Medal
1 July 2021
On June 29 this year, Zhang Guimei was awarded CPC’s top honor July 1 Medal at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. At the ceremony. she said she did all this out of her gratefulness and love for the country, as well as the original aspiration and mission of a CPC member.
Zhang Guimei, who has dedicated her 40 years to education at China’s southwestern border, is a principal motivating young girls from impoverished families in mountainous areas.
Zhang was born in Mudanjiang, Heilongjiang province in 1957. At 17, she came to Dali in Yunnan province to support the development of border areas, where she stumbled into teaching and started a career as an educator. After her husband’s death in 1996, she went to teach in Huaping county, Yunnan’s Lijiang. Five years later, she established a chilren’s home and worked as a part-time president of it. The organization adopted a total of over 170 children, who call Zhang mom though she has never given birth to a child..
While teaching there,she saw many girls drop out of school due to poverty. To change the destiny of the girls in the mountain, Zhang started her preparation to build a free all-girls high school in 2002. In 2007, Zhang went to Beijing for the 17th CPC National Congress as a deputy. Her repor titled “I have a dream” delivered at the meeting made her dream of building a free all-girls high school known to all. Later, both the Lijiang and Huaping governments sponsored her with a million yuan. A year later, Zhang’s school was completed, becoming the first free all-girls high school in China. During the past 13 years, the school has nurtured over I,800 students who have made it to universities.
With no offspring and property, Zhang lives in a dormitory building with her students. She has donated all her cash awards, donations from others, and most of her salaries, more than a million yuan, to the children and other people in need. She suffers from 23 diseases, but she is still working selflessly.
Her story has moved millions of Chinese people and is now written into a newly published Brief History of the People’s Republic of China.
21.What’s the writing style of this passage?
A. A biography. B. An argumentation.
C. A news report. D. A narration.
22. What’s Zhang’s dream mentioned in the passage?
A. To change the destiny of the girls in the mountain.
B. To lift girls in the mountain out of poverty.
C. To establish a children’s home.
D. To found a free high school for girls only.
23. Which piece of information about Zhang Guimei is true?
A. She has committed herself to education in urban areas
B. She is a moral model burning herself to light others.
C. She has been teaching in Huaping county since she came to Yunnan.
D. She was awarded the Medal on 1 July.
B
“Who loves pizza?” is a question you almost never have to an American. A better question might be “Who doesn’t love pizza?” Now, there’s a place for all pizza lovers to gather: the Museum of Pizza. It can be found in America’s pizza capital—New York City.
A company called Nameless Network came up with the idea for the museum, known as “MoPi” for short. “It’s often that the simplest ideas are the best. The company used the popularity of pizza as a way to get people “looking at art and hearing about history in a different way,” said Alexandra Serio, who is with Nameless Network. Many kinds of artists were asked to create art works about pizza. They, in turn, provided large photographs, sculptures and huge installations. So far, the museum has had lots of visitors. More than 6,000 people came through the door when it opened this month.
Visitors seem to love MoPi’s bright colors, which makes it perfect for taking selfies and other photographs for social media.
Nene Raye, from New Jersey, was a recent visitor. Raye didn’t expect to see what she saw—and she was happy about that. “Honestly, I thought it would be, like, more of a traditional museum,” She said. But instead, Raye got some of everything. “So You get a little bit of education and then some fun, which I love,” she said.
Lydia Melendez made plans to visit the pizza museum in April. For her, the experience was worth the wait. “I thought it was going to be kind of boring,” she said. She had imagined walking in and finding books on how to make pizza. But she was very pleased when her actual experience was different than what she had imagined.
While pizza may be what has captured the interest of crowds, the point of the Museum has been to help people exposed to fine arts world.
24. What’s the function of the two questions in the first paragraph?
A. To make a comparison
B. To introduce the topic—the Museum of Pizza.
C. To inform people of the popularity of Pizza.
D. To advertise the food.
25. What do we know about the Museum of Pizza?
A. The Museum took advantage of the long history of Pizza to attract visitors.
B. The Museum received over 6000 visitors during the first two months.
C. Both Nene Raye and Lydia Melendez didn’t expect the Museum to be so different.
D. The Museum is appealing in that it combines education and fun.
26. What’s the purpose of the museum?
A. To make art available to people B. To draw attraction and earn more money
C.To change people’s attitude to museums D. To enrich city people’s daily life.
27.What’s the best title for the passage?
A. Bored? Go To The Museum Of Pizza! B. Pizza Museum Serves Up “Tasty” Art.
C.The Hook Of The Museum. D. Simplicity Has Its Power
C
In the Amazon rainforest, which is home to various kinds of wildlife, an American biologist has discovered a strange new species of ant, The Times reported. It has no eyes and gets a pale body and its fanglike mouthparts are longer than the rest of its head.
If you came across the peculiar ant, you might think that it belongs on another planet. Even its name— Martialis Heureka— playfully suggests that it came from Mars. And this discovery is forcing researchers to rethink what they know about the history of ants on our planet.
Christian Rabeling, from the University of Texas at Austin, discovered the new species amid the fallen leaves of the rainforest. But he did more than just notice how bizarre the ant looks. He also analyzed its genetic material, or DNA.
Comparing DNA among species can give scientists insights into family trees: The more DNA two
species share in common, the more closely related they are, and the more recently they split off from ancestor.
Rabeling’s DNA analysis of Martialis Heureka showed that the species is only distantly related to other ant species. It’s so distant that it actually belonging in a separate subfamily. The last minute scientists found a new subfamily of living ants was in 1923, say the discoverers.
The DNA analysis also suggested that Martialis Heureka appeared on earth earlier than any other an living here today. And observations suggest that the ant lives undergound, paleness and blindness are two major clues. Some of the other oldest known ant species also live underground. So now, scientists are trying to figure out whether ants first evolved underground, or if they evolved above ground and then went under. A few other ant species have at least one of Martialis Heureka’s odd features, but none share them all.
So far, Rabeling has collected only one ant from the new species. Finding more specimens, he hopes, will help us better understand the science and history of ants on earth.
28.The underlined word “bizarre” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to________.
A.funny B. peculiar C. unique D.distinct
29. What did the scientists find about Martialis Heureka?
A. It’s closely related to other ant species.
B. It is the first ant to appear on earth.
C. It lives underground where it first developed.
D. Blindness and light color indicates it lives underground.
30. What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A. Martialis Heureka was found by accident.
B. Much is to be done to collect more ants.
C.Little known about the ant history.
D. More ants from the new species are needed
浙江省乐清知临中学2021-2022学年高二上学期英语期中试题
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：（共10个小题：每小題2.5分，满分25分）
阅读下列组文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
Jonas was careful about language. Not like his friend Asher, who talked too fast, mixing up words and phrases until they were barely recognizable and often very funny.
Jonas smiled, remembering the morning that Asher had dashed into the classroom, late as usual, arriving breathlessly in the middle of the chanting of the morning anthem (国歌). When the class took their seats at the conclusion of the patriotic song, Asher remained standing to make his public apology as was required.
“I apologize for inconveniencing my learning community.” Asher ran through the standard apology phrase rapidly, still catching his breath. The Instructor and class waited patiently for his explanation.
“I left home at the correct time but when I was riding along near the pool, the crew was separating some salmon. I guess I just got distraught, watching them.”
“I apologize to my classmates,” Asher concluded. He smoothed his messy collar and sat down.
“We accept your apology, Asher,” The class recited the standard response in unison. Many of the students were biting their lips to keep from laughing.
“l accept your apology, Asher,” the Instructor said. He was smiling. “And I thank you, because once again you have provided an opportunity for a lesson in language, ‘distraught’ is too strong an adjective to describe salmon viewing.” He turned and wrote “distraught”, on the instructional board. Beside it he wrote “distracted.”
Jonas, nearing his home now, smiled at the recollection.
Thinking, still, as he wheeled his bike into its narrow port beside the door, he realized that frightened was the wrong word to describe his feelings, now that December was almost here. It was too strong an adjective.
He had waited a long time for this special December, when the Ceremony of the Twelve will be held and the future assignment will be announced by the Elders in the committee.
Now that it was almost upon him, he wasn’t frightened，but he was…eager，he decided He was eager for it to come. And he was excited, certainly. All of the Elevens were excited about the event that would be coming so soon. But there was a little tremble of nervousness when he thought about it, about what might happen.
Anxious, Jonas decided. That’s what I am.
21. Asher arrived at the school ____________.
A. as soon as the students concluded the national anthem
B. after all the other students had taken their seats
C. when the Instructor had begun the language lesson
D. when students had started singing the patriotic song
22. Why did the Instructor write the word “distraught” on the board?
A. To show he accepted the apology.
B. To explain the confusing words.
C. To warn students against using it
D. To shame Asher for using the wrong word.
23. Jonas recalled what happened to Asher because____________.
A. he found himself struggling to describe his feelings precisely
B. he was certain that he would make the same mistake as Asher did
C. he was reminded to use the appropriate language for the ceremony
D. he finally understood how Asher was feeling that morning
24. The text is probably extracted from___________.
A. a science fiction novel
B. a journal of applied linguistics
C. a documentary about campus life
D. a manual for using language correctly
B
NEW DELHI一Authorities in northern Indian state of Uttarakhand on February 23 said the death number in the dam disaster that happened earlier this month in the state has risen to 70 and the search for missing people was underway. “As of now, a total of 70 bodies and 29 human body parts have been got back from different places,” reads a statement issued by police. t4Out of these, 40 bodies and one body part have been identified.”
Police said DNA collection of the unidentified bodies was being carried out. According to police, missing reports of 205 persons have been filed so far. “So far DNA samples of 110 relatives, 58 bodies and 28 body parts have been sent for matching to forensic (法医的）science laboratory (FSL) Dehradun,” the statement said Meanwhile, the search operation in the underway.
On Feb. 7, a glacier burst and then into a dam in Uttarakhand, causing a huge flood. The
floodwaters tore open a dam and a flood of water hurtled down flooding the area in its course, damaging two hydropower (水力发电）projects and leading to numerous deaths，besides endangering hundreds of others. The majority of the missing in the disaster are believed to be workers from two hydropower plants.
Immediately after the incident rescuers rushed to carry out efforts on several sites, including a tunnel more than 200 meters long to save the trapped ones. Apart from locals, authorities moved in disaster response force personnel，troops，paramilitaries (准军事部队）and military helicopters to the state to help with rescue efforts.
25. What is the number of bodies that have been sent to a lab for matching?
A. 28. B. 29. C. 58. D. 110.
26. Why did the dam disaster break out?
A. There was a heavy rainstorm.
B. It fell into disrepair.
C. A glacier burst and rushed into it.
D. A very strong wind struck it
27. Which of the following can be the best title?
A. India dam disaster death number rises to 70
B. Dam disaster happens in northern Indian state
C. Search for body parts in dam disaster is underway
D. DNA collection of the unidentified bodies is carried out
C
Identifying the chemical makeup of pigment (色素）used in ancient documents, paintings, and watercolors is critical lo restoring and conserving the precious artworks. However, despite numerous efforts, scientists had been unable to determine the source of folium, a popular blue dye used to color manuscripts (手稿）in Europe during the middle ages — from the 5th to the 15th century. Now, a team of researchers from Portugal has finally uncovered the mysterious ingredient responsible for the gorgeous blueish-purple color that helped bring ancient illustrations and texts to life.
The research team began by poring over instructions penned by European dye makers from the 12th, 14th, and 15A centuries. They found what they were seeking in a 15th-century text entitled The Book on How to Make All the Color Paints for Illuminating Books.However, translating the instructions was no easy task. It was written in the now extinct Judaeo-Porluguese language, and though the source of the dye was traced back to a plant, no name was mentioned.
However, by piecing together suggestions from the text» the scientists were able to determine that the dye was made from the bluish-green berries of the chrozophora tinctoria plant After an extensive search, the team found a few varieties of the plant growing along the roadside near the town of Monsaraz in south Portugal.
The detailed instructions gave the researchers critical clues 一 including the best time to pick the berries. “You need to squeeze the fruits, being careful not to break the seeds, and then to put them on linen The scientist says the detail was important since broken seeds polluted the pigment^ producing an inferior quality ink. The dyed linen, which was left to dry, was an efficient way to store and transport the pigment during ancient times. When needed, the artist would simply cut off a piece of the cloth and dip it with water to squeeze out the blue color.
Once the key ingredient had been identified, the researchers began to determine the dye’s molecular structure. To their surprise, they found that folium was not like any other known permanent blue dyes 一 it was an entirely new class of color, one they named chrozophoridin. “Chrozophoridin was used in ancient times to make a beautiful blue dye for painting.” the team wrote in the study. “Thus, we believe that this will not be our final word on this amazing plant and its story and that further discoveries will follow soon.”
28. The primary purpose of the study is to _____________.
A. restore and conserve ancient precious artworks
B. determine the substance making up the folium
C. prove the ancient dye-making technique was organic
D. identify which class of color folium belongs to
29. The underlined phrase “poring over” in the second paragraph means ___________.
A. discussing publicly B. testing repeatedly
C. passing directly D. reading carefully
30. The article is mainly about _____________.
A. how the mystery of a thousand-year-old blue dye was solved
B. why the researchers took the trouble to recreate the dye
C. what needs to be done to make an organic dye from a plant
D. when and where the discovery of the dye was made
浙江省宁波市咸祥中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
What limits you from hiking more often? If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods, why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?
● Yukon Outdoors Club
Membership cost:$10 for a single membership
Description: The club organizes day hikes, backpacking trips, canoe trips, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing trips for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.
● UBC Varsity Outdoor Club
Membership cost: Students $40; non-UBC students $60
Description: The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club is a social group that hikes and rock climbs. Members lead trips, run skills workshops, and host presentations. Members can borrow equipment from the club. The UBC VOC has also constructed a few huts in the Coast Mountains.
● Pender Harbor Hiking Group
Membership cost: Free
Description: The Pender Harbour Hiking Group offers a way for members to meet like-minded individuals and get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance, so check the website regularly to find a hike that's right for you! Hikes are usually one and a half to two hours long every Monday and Wednesday morning, but some full-day hikes are scheduled, depending on member interest.
●Vernon Outdoors Club
Membership cost:A single membership is $25, and students pay $10. Children are free when they come with a registered family member.
Description: The Vermon Outdoors Club is an active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Members are encouraged to share their activity ideas and interests. The group organizes a Tuesday Activity each week.
21. Which club organizes its trips based on their members’ hiking skills?
22. A.The Yukon Outdoors Club.
23. B.The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club.
24. C.The Pender Harbor Hiking Group.
25. D.The Vernon Outdoors Club.
26. 22. What do we know about hikes organized by the Pender Harbor Hiking Group?
27. A.They are mostly held on weekends.
28. B.They are arranged two months ahead of time.
29. C.Their schedule is always emailed to the members.
30. D.More full-day hikes are offered than half-day hikes.
31. 23. Mr. and Mrs. Smith, together with their two children, aged 4 and 6, intend to join the Vernon Outdoors Club, how much will they pay for the membership?
32. A.$70. B.$50. C.$45. D.$35.
B
Zhang Ying, 23, could have been a news host after four years studying broadcasting and talk show hosting at the university. So could Du Xintong. Instead of just becoming talking heads on TV, they decided to use their knowledge to help millions of children with speech disorder to find their own voices. They co-founded Voice Changer, which offers language rehabilitation(复原) for teenagers in China through online and in-person service platforms.
According to Zhang, each child needs to finish at least one three-month course, which consists of three 40-minute sessions a week. The length of the overall training program is dependent on each child’s condition upon their evaluation.
“When we are teaching in-person courses, the parents cannot accompany their children. The children may feel a bit nervous in a strange environment, but they soon get used to it and start to enjoy the training,” she says.
They also launched a mini program on WeChat that provides online services for families of children with speech disorders－parents can upload their child’s information and recordings to the self-testing tool and get a report. As well as online speech therapy(治疗), there are also online courses for parents, including guidance for speech therapy at home.
“We insist that parents should accompany their children when taking online courses as they need to play the role of both teaching assistant and desk mate,” she says.
There are only 10,000 speech therapists in China, many of whom are not full-time. Unlike common volunteer work, to be a speech therapist volunteer, complex training is required before services can be offered.
“Speech therapy is a complex subject which requires knowledge, including training in education, psychology, linguistics and so on,” Zhang says, adding that their team has developed a training system for the volunteers to grow into professional speech therapists. They prefer to employ college students majoring in related subjects, such as broadcasting, linguistics, Chinese languages and literature or special education.
24. What can we learn about Voice Changer’s programs?
A. Each lasts three months. B. They are intended for teens.
C. Parents’ company is a must. D. They vary from person to person.
25. What are parents required to do in online courses?
A. To help their children learn better.
B. To have some knowledge of psychology.
C. To leave their children alone without interrupting.
D. To upload their children’s information to a therapist.
26. Why are there limited speech therapists in China?
A. Because speech therapy is a new industry.
B. Because being a speech therapist is demanding.
C. Because students majoring in related subjects are few.
D. Because people don’t want to take it as a full-time job.
C
The sudden death of the 23-year-old female employee of Pinduoduo has sparked a heated debate, with many criticizing the overwork culture. Three experts share their views. Excerpts(节选) follow:
Labor laws compatible(兼容的) with digital era needed
This case should inspire society to reflect on how to better protect employees’ rights in the digital era. The relevant clauses in the Labor Law cannot be specifically applied to charge internet companies suspected of violating laborers’ rights and interests.
The blurring(模糊) of the line between social and economic activities in the digital era makes it difficult to define fixed working hours.
Lawmakers should find out the new factors affecting labor relations due to the rapid development of internet and communications technology. This can pave the way for law-making on working hours in the digital era.
‘996’ working schedule is against labor laws
More than one year ago, it was shocking to hear e-commerce tycoons(巨头) Liu Qiangdong and Jack Ma publicly support the “996” working schedule to push their employees to work harder. A growing number of companies have been using different methods to exercise ever-increasing control over their employees.
To correct the situation, it is vital that the country bring in specific law on internet enterprises, especially in terms of labor contracts and work schedules, and make it clear that the “996” working schedule is illegal.
Death due to overwork needs legally definition
Work pressure and long working hours can seriously affect workers’ physical and mental health, making them more easily hurt by occupational and stress-related diseases.
But it is difficult to prove that a person dies of overwork. Only a person who dies at the workplace or of a sudden illness within 48 hours of getting off work is considered a victim of work.
China should issue guidelines explaining in detail what leads to death due to overwork.
27. What do the three experts agree on?
A. The Labor Law in China is non-effective.
B. It is difficult to define fixed working hours.
C. Supervision (监管)on companies should be tightened.
D. Improvement should be made to the current laws.
28. Why does the expert mention Liu Qiangdong?
A. To emphasize the models of e-commerce.
B. To introduce tycoons’ attitudes to overwork.
C. To confirm their efforts to protect employees.
D. To express disagreement on ‘996’ working schedule.
29. What does the underlined exercise mean in the text?
A. To make somebody anxious.
B. To do sports or other physical activities.
C. To use your power to achieve something.
D. To test or make experimental use of something.
30. Who can be considered a victim of work?
A. Someone dies on his way to office.
B. Someone dies of a heart attack in his office.
C. Someone dies three days after work.
D. Someone dies after work without symptoms.
浙江省金华市江南中学2021-2022学年高二11月份期中考试英语试题
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
Obviously, you want to make the most of your precious time, to squeeze every last drop out of the days. Here we’ve rounded up the best events for you to enjoy in June in Shanghai.
■Shanghai International Literary Festival
The literary event champion of Shanghai is back! Every type of author is set to appear at this year’s gathering, including legendary Chinese American writer Amy Tan (The Joy Luck Club and The Bonesetter’s Daughter), Internet business expert Duncan Clark (Alibaba: The House That Jack Ma Built), the Anthill founder Alec Ash (Wish Lanterns: Young Lives in New China) and many more. Stay tuned for our full festival preview and author features.
June 10~22, various times, RMB 85 or RMB 150 (for literary lunches). Glam.
■Vivienne Westwood
The iconic (人像的) fashion designer is the subject of this exhibition of Chinese modern art and environmental-friendly fashion inspired by Westwood’s strong attitude towards a climate revolution. Participating artists include Sun Xun, Wu Junyong and Zhang Ruyi.
Until June 28, free entry. Chi K11 Art Museum.
■Dog Day Saturdays
On the first Saturday of the month, The Rooster (Jing’an) throws a backyard party where dogs are welcome. There will be free hot dogs. Flying Dog Beers and dog treats for the little buddies. Donations will also be collected for local animal rescue group, Best Friends China.
June 6, 3~5p.m., RMB 50. The Rooster (Jing’an).
■Mom to Mom Sale
Sell or stock up on clothes, toys, books, strollers and other family goods at this twice-a-year market organized by Shanghai mothers. Sellers will contribute 15 percent of all their profit to the charity group, Heart to Heart.
June 21~22, 10 a.m.~2 p.m. Free entry. Shanghai Racquet Club.
21. Who could you possibly meet at Glam on 21, June?
A. Jack Ma. B. Sun Xun. C. Amy Clark. D. Alec Ash.
22. Which event is most likely to attract the environmentalists?
A. Mom to Mom Sale. B. Dog Day Saturdays.
C. Vivienne Westwood. D. Shanghai International Literary Festival.
23. What do Dog Day Saturdays and Mom to Mom Sale have in common?
A. They take place at the same time. B. They support charity work.
C. They are organized annually. D. They are free of charge
B
As the coronavirus (冠状病毒) outbreak continues, many Americans are fearful of using public transportation. They are also looking for ways to get exercise without going to a gym. So, it may not be surprising that the pandemic (疫情) has led to a major increase in bicycle sales.
In the US, bicycles at big stores have sold out. And small bicycle stores cannot keep up with demand for “family-style” bicycles: the low-cost, easy-to-ride models. “The bicycle industry is seeing its biggest sales increase since the oil crisis of the 1970s,” said Jay Townley, an industry expert. He compared the sale of bicycles to the rush to buy products like toilet paper at the start of the pandemic.
The rise in bicycle sales is not happening just in the US. Italy has created bicycle paths for the growing number of people who want to avoid public transportation. In London, city officials plan to ban cars from some central roads. Bike shop owners in Manila say demand is even stronger than what they see at Christmas time.
Of course, you can only buy a bicycle if you can find one. In the US, the shortages now mean it may take many months to get a bicycle. High demand is not the only reason for the shortage. Many bicycle factories were shut down to stop the spread of COVID-19. The increase in bicycle demand began in March as countries began to close down. In April, the sale of bicycles increased 200 percent in the US.
Joe Minutolo is the co-owner of Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop in Maine. He said he hoped the increased sales meant a change in the way people think about transportation. “People are having a chance to rethink things,” he said, “Maybe we’ll all learn something out of this, and something really good will happen.”
24. What causes the increase in bicycle sales?
A. Shortage of public transportation. B. Outbreak of the coronavirus.
C. People’s desire to defeat disease. D. People’s fear of natural disasters.
25. What change has the pandemic caused in Italy?
A. More bikes are sold than at Christmas time. B. “Family-style” bicycles are in great need.
C. Cars are banned from some central roads. D. New bicycle paths have been built.
26. What can we know from Paragraph 4?
A. It’s impossible to buy a bike. B. Bike factories were closed in April.
C. High demand for bikes began in March. D. It takes many months to produce a bike.
27. What is Joe Minutolo’s attitude towards the increased sales of bicycles?
A. Doubtful. B. Positive. C. Uncertain. D. Critical.
C
The snow in Antarctica is turning green and scientists say climate change may be to blame. According to a study at the Cambridge University, microscopic algae blooms (藻类爆发) across the surface of the snow is slowly turning Antarctica’s winter white landscape green. Although microscopic, scientists say they’re able to see the “green snow” from space when the algae blooms all together.
Researchers created a large-scale map of green snow algae along the Antarctic coast using a combination of satellite data and on-the-ground observations over the course of two summers. The study found that the green snow algae bloomed in warmer areas where the average temperatures are just above 0℃ during the southern hemisphere’s (半球的) summer months from November to February.
“As Antarctica warms, we predict the overall mass of snow algae will increase,” said Dr Andrew Gray, lead author of the paper, and a researcher. Researchers say larger blooms of algae can be found north of the Antarctic and South Shetland Islands, where it can spread to higher ground as the snow melts.
The team also discovered some sea birds and mammals influenced the distribution（分布） of algae. Over 60% of algae blooms were found within three miles of a penguin settlement. Scientists hypothesize this may be due to their droppings, which act as a “highly nutritious fertilizer.”
“This is a significant advance in our understanding of land-based life on Antarctica, and how it might change in the coming years as the climate warms,” said Dr. Matt Davey in the University of Cambridge’s Department of Plant Sciences, who led the study.
28. What is turning the Antarctic snow green?
A. The melting of snow. B. The blooming algae.
C. The beautiful landscape. D. The balanced temperature.
29. Where is microscopic algae most likely to bloom in Antarctica?
A. North of the Antarctic. B. West of the South Pole.
C. South of the Antarctic. D. Around the southern hemisphere.
30. What does the underlined word “hypothesize” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Confirm. B. Support. C. Assume. D. Warn.
31. What can we learn from the text?
A. Penguins feed on microscopic algae. B. Antarctic algae grow under the snow.
C. Ground observation lasted for four months.
D. Animal droppings contribute to the algae blooms.
D
Teenagers who travel around the world alone have been making headlines quite often. A young person alone in a dangerous situation attracts attention and sponsors. Young sailors also attract various views. For example, Jessica Watson was asked by the government to cancel her voyage, yet the Prime Minister called her “a hero for young Australians” when she returned. It seemed there is confusion about the competence and independence of young people.
The popular psychologists tell us that teenage brains are likely to make wrong judgments. But such ideas often do not apply to specific individuals. Between the ages of 14 and 18, teenagers vary greatly in their abilities. The amount of independence that each is allowed should be determined not simply by their age but by discussion with the related, responsible adults. Some teens are certainly inexperienced and capable of childish mistakes, but the ones who attempt dangerous journeys normally do so by winning the confidence of hard-headed and well-qualified adult supporters.
But it’s also wrong to think that any 16-year-old can desire to get achievements as unusual as Jessica Watson’s. Watson calls herself “an ordinary girl who had a dream”. Her intention is to encourage teenagers but this idea can have the opposite effect of making them feel not good enough because great achievements are beyond them. Should all teens have such dreams? Actually, individuals face varying circumstances that restrict their dreams.
Teenagers who travel around the world alone should not be judged by preconceived (事先形成的) views about young people. Nor should young “ordinary” teenagers feel pressure to long for extraordinary personal goals. In fact, I believe the example of solo sailing overstresses individualism. The teenage years are when most of us “ordinary” people learn that we can achieve great things in cooperation with others.
32. What can we learn about Jessica Watson?
A. She was criticized by the government. B. She eventually canceled her voyage.
C. She has traveled around the world. D. She made a successful voyage.
33 What can be inferred about teenagers from the text?
A. They have similar abilities. B. They make decisions on their own.
C. They always make wrong judgments. D. They need supports of responsible adults.
34. Who does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A. Parents. B. Teenagers. C. Psychologists. D. Adults.
35. What is the best title for the text?
A. Divided Opinions on Young Adventurers B. Problems Faced by Adventurous Teens
C. Various Ways to Become Independent D. Pressure to Achieve Personal Goals
浙江省嘉兴市第五高级中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
You probably know who Marie Curie was, but you may not have heard of Rachel Carson. Of the outstanding ladies listed below, who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years?
Jane Addams (1860-1935)
Anyone who has ever been helped by a social worker has Jane Addams to thank. Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She encouraged a sense of community (社区) by creating shelters and promoting education and services for people in need. In 1931，Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson (1907-1964)
If it weren’t for Rachel Carson the environmental movement might not exist today. In 1962 her popular book 'Silent Spring9 raised the awareness of the dangers of pollution and the harmful effects of chemicals on humans and on the world’s lakes and oceans.
Sandra Day O’Connor (1930-present)
When Sandra Day O’Connor graduated from Stanford Law School, in 1952, she could not find work at any law firm because she was a woman. But many years later she became an Arizona state senator (参议员) and, in 1981, she became the first woman to join the U.S. Supreme Court. O’Connor gave the key vote in many important cases during her 24 years on the top court.
Rosa Parks (1913-2005)
On December 1, 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa Parks would not give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. Her simple act landed Parks in prison. But it also set off the Montgomery bus boycott. It lasted for more than a year, and kicked off the civil-rights movement. “The only tired I was, was tired of giving in,” said Parks.
21. What is Jane Addams noted for in history?
A. Her social work. B. Her teaching skills.
C. Her efforts to win a prize. D. Her community background.
22. What is the reason for O’Connor’s being rejected by the law firm?
A. Her lack of proper training in law. B. Her little work experience in court.
C. The discrimination against women. D. The poor financial conditions.
23. Who made a great contribution to the civil-rights movement in the U.S.?
A. Jane Addams. B. Rachel Carson.
C. Rosa Park. D. Sandra Day O’Connor.
24. What can we infer about the women mentioned in the text?
A. They are highly educated. B. They are truly creative.
C. They are peace-lovers. D. They are pioneers.
B
A British friend told me he couldn’t understand why Chinese people love eating sunflower seeds (嗑瓜子) as a snack so much. “I’ve met a lot of older Chinese and many have a crack in their front teeth, I believe that’s from cracking the seeds,” he said.
I had never noticed the habit, but once lie mentioned it, I suddenly became more aware. I realized that whenever Fm watching TV or typing a report, I always start mindlessly cracking sunflower seeds. My friend doesn’t like sunflower seeds, and, to him, it seems unnecessary to work so much just to get one small seed.
In the past, when we were young, the whole family would usually get together for Chinese New Year. Then, we all lived close to one another, usually in a small city, and sometimes we were even neighbors, so we would go door-to-door on Chinese New Year’s Eve to check out what every household was making.
I remember my parents would be always in the kitchen cooking. Out in the living room, a large table would already be laid out with fancy tablecloth, ready-made dumpling fillings, and dishes full of candy, fruits and sunflower seeds. Some of the dishes were to be offered to our ancestors later, while others were for neighbors and children to eat before the evening feast. I must have learned how to crack sunflower seeds back then.
I don’t think it’s right to criticize one’s choice in food or eating habits，no matter how strange they may seem.
It’s not only in China. When I went abroad, I found people had all sorts of strange habits when it came to food. In Denmark, they put salted red fish on bread and eat it for dinner, no matter how much it ruins your breath. They think it’s delicacy (美味佳肴)，and it’s connected to their certain culture. So I think it’s a wonderful tradition.
25. Why can the British friend not understand when he found Chinese love eating sunflower seeds?
A. Because the seeds are too hard to crack.
B. Because he thinks they are harmful to teeth.
C. Because he doesn’t think the seeds are good.
D. Because he doesn’t think the seeds are worth eating.
26. What does the writer prove by mentioning Chinese New Year?
A. The families get together for it.
B. Eating sunflower seeds is related to it.
C. The traditions of celebrating it disappear.
D. Children can eat delicious food on that day.
27. What idea does the writer want to express in this passage?
A. Eating habits come from a certain culture.
B. It is good to form healthy eating habits.
C. Changing your eating habits will change your life.
D. One kind of food doesn’t necessarily suit everyone.
C
Each day the online community reports on countless social justice issues around the world. From climate change and gun violence to natural disasters, readers come across a story, learn about an issue and often feel compelled (被迫的) to give some help. However，without any guidance on how to do it，many people stop the attempt and move on with their day.
Ideal Impact, a new web based app，sees it as a lost opportunity. The app is designed to connect news stories with efficient ways to help make a difference in the real world. Let’s say, for example, you recently read an article --“The heartbreaking world of captive (被抓的）special birds” and felt moved by the stories of the sad lives that those birds are forced to live. Once installed on your phone or browser, Ideal Impact would show you chances to volunteer, donate or join the people to help the poor birds.
Founder, Olivier Kamanda, explains in the company’s video: “What would happen when you come across a story that makes you want to get involved in?(介入、加入）That arouses(唤醒）a basic question, ‘How can I help? Unfortunately there is no platform that takes you from that moment of inspiration to a meaningful service opportunity. So every year 90 million people are inspired to get involved to do something with their time but they don’t know how, which leads to a cost of 207 billion dollars for volunteers’ time and donations.” Kamanda said in an interview with the Smithsonian，“Our app bridges the gap between people who are inspired to make a difference and organizations that need support.
Once the app is installed as a browser plugin (插件）on a desktop (台式电脑）or mobile device，you can read the news as you normally would. And then, when you come across a story that inspires you to take action, you can click on the Ideal Impact button that appears in the main menu of your browser. That will load the app and show you opportunities to get involved with non-profit organizations that are working to deal with the issue you just read about.
28. What is Ideal Impact?
A. It’s a charity group. B. It’s a piece of software.
C. It’s a computer. D. It’s a non-profit organization.
29. How does the author explain the function of Ideal Impact?
A. By making comparisons. B. By giving figures.
C. By giving an example. D. By giving quotations.
30. What will happen after you click on the Ideal Impact button?
A. You will have fun news to read.
B. You will find a solution to a problem.
C. The main menu of your browser will appear.
D. You may get access to a related charity.
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浙江省宁波市鄞州中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语学科试题
21-23 CDB 24-27 BDAB 28-30 BBD
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阅读理解：21-24 DBAA 25-27 CCA 28-30 BDA
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2.阅读： 21-23 ABB 24-26 DAB 27-30 DDCB
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21-25DCBBD 26-30CBBAC 31-35DDDBA
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21—24 ACCD 25—27 DBA 28—30 BCD
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A
Zhang Guimei Awarded CPC’s Top Honor July 1 Medal
1 July 2021
On June 29 this year, Zhang Guimei was awarded CPC’s top honor July 1 Medal at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. At the ceremony. she said she did all this out of her gratefulness and love for the country, as well as the original aspiration and mission of a CPC member.
Zhang Guimei, who has dedicated her 40 years to education at China’s southwestern border, is a principal motivating young girls from impoverished families in mountainous areas.
Zhang was born in Mudanjiang, Heilongjiang province in 1957. At 17, she came to Dali in Yunnan province to support the development of border areas, where she stumbled into teaching and started a career as an educator. After her husband’s death in 1996, she went to teach in Huaping county, Yunnan’s Lijiang. Five years later, she established a chilren’s home and worked as a part-time president of it. The organization adopted a total of over 170 children, who call Zhang mom though she has never given birth to a child..
While teaching there,she saw many girls drop out of school due to poverty. To change the destiny of the girls in the mountain, Zhang started her preparation to build a free all-girls high school in 2002. In 2007, Zhang went to Beijing for the 17th CPC National Congress as a deputy. Her repor titled “I have a dream” delivered at the meeting made her dream of building a free all-girls high school known to all. Later, both the Lijiang and Huaping governments sponsored her with a million yuan. A year later, Zhang’s school was completed, becoming the first free all-girls high school in China. During the past 13 years, the school has nurtured over I,800 students who have made it to universities.
With no offspring and property, Zhang lives in a dormitory building with her students. She has donated all her cash awards, donations from others, and most of her salaries, more than a million yuan, to the children and other people in need. She suffers from 23 diseases, but she is still working selflessly.
Her story has moved millions of Chinese people and is now written into a newly published Brief History of the People’s Republic of China.
21.What’s the writing style of this passage?
A. A biography. B. An argumentation.
C. A news report. D. A narration.
22. What’s Zhang’s dream mentioned in the passage?
A. To change the destiny of the girls in the mountain.
B. To lift girls in the mountain out of poverty.
C. To establish a children’s home.
D. To found a free high school for girls only.
23. Which piece of information about Zhang Guimei is true?
A. She has committed herself to education in urban areas
B. She is a moral model burning herself to light others.
C. She has been teaching in Huaping county since she came to Yunnan.
D. She was awarded the Medal on 1 July.
B
“Who loves pizza?” is a question you almost never have to an American. A better question might be “Who doesn’t love pizza?” Now, there’s a place for all pizza lovers to gather: the Museum of Pizza. It can be found in America’s pizza capital—New York City.
A company called Nameless Network came up with the idea for the museum, known as “MoPi” for short. “It’s often that the simplest ideas are the best. The company used the popularity of pizza as a way to get people “looking at art and hearing about history in a different way,” said Alexandra Serio, who is with Nameless Network. Many kinds of artists were asked to create art works about pizza. They, in turn, provided large photographs, sculptures and huge installations. So far, the museum has had lots of visitors. More than 6,000 people came through the door when it opened this month.
Visitors seem to love MoPi’s bright colors, which makes it perfect for taking selfies and other photographs for social media.
Nene Raye, from New Jersey, was a recent visitor. Raye didn’t expect to see what she saw—and she was happy about that. “Honestly, I thought it would be, like, more of a traditional museum,” She said. But instead, Raye got some of everything. “So You get a little bit of education and then some fun, which I love,” she said.
Lydia Melendez made plans to visit the pizza museum in April. For her, the experience was worth the wait. “I thought it was going to be kind of boring,” she said. She had imagined walking in and finding books on how to make pizza. But she was very pleased when her actual experience was different than what she had imagined.
While pizza may be what has captured the interest of crowds, the point of the Museum has been to help people exposed to fine arts world.
24. What’s the function of the two questions in the first paragraph?
A. To make a comparison
B. To introduce the topic—the Museum of Pizza.
C. To inform people of the popularity of Pizza.
D. To advertise the food.
25. What do we know about the Museum of Pizza?
A. The Museum took advantage of the long history of Pizza to attract visitors.
B. The Museum received over 6000 visitors during the first two months.
C. Both Nene Raye and Lydia Melendez didn’t expect the Museum to be so different.
D. The Museum is appealing in that it combines education and fun.
26. What’s the purpose of the museum?
A. To make art available to people B. To draw attraction and earn more money
C.To change people’s attitude to museums D. To enrich city people’s daily life.
27.What’s the best title for the passage?
A. Bored? Go To The Museum Of Pizza! B. Pizza Museum Serves Up “Tasty” Art.
C.The Hook Of The Museum. D. Simplicity Has Its Power
C
In the Amazon rainforest, which is home to various kinds of wildlife, an American biologist has discovered a strange new species of ant, The Times reported. It has no eyes and gets a pale body and its fanglike mouthparts are longer than the rest of its head.
If you came across the peculiar ant, you might think that it belongs on another planet. Even its name— Martialis Heureka— playfully suggests that it came from Mars. And this discovery is forcing researchers to rethink what they know about the history of ants on our planet.
Christian Rabeling, from the University of Texas at Austin, discovered the new species amid the fallen leaves of the rainforest. But he did more than just notice how bizarre the ant looks. He also analyzed its genetic material, or DNA.
Comparing DNA among species can give scientists insights into family trees: The more DNA two
species share in common, the more closely related they are, and the more recently they split off from ancestor.
Rabeling’s DNA analysis of Martialis Heureka showed that the species is only distantly related to other ant species. It’s so distant that it actually belonging in a separate subfamily. The last minute scientists found a new subfamily of living ants was in 1923, say the discoverers.
The DNA analysis also suggested that Martialis Heureka appeared on earth earlier than any other an living here today. And observations suggest that the ant lives undergound, paleness and blindness are two major clues. Some of the other oldest known ant species also live underground. So now, scientists are trying to figure out whether ants first evolved underground, or if they evolved above ground and then went under. A few other ant species have at least one of Martialis Heureka’s odd features, but none share them all.
So far, Rabeling has collected only one ant from the new species. Finding more specimens, he hopes, will help us better understand the science and history of ants on earth.
28.The underlined word “bizarre” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to________.
A.funny B. peculiar C. unique D.distinct
29. What did the scientists find about Martialis Heureka?
A. It’s closely related to other ant species.
B. It is the first ant to appear on earth.
C. It lives underground where it first developed.
D. Blindness and light color indicates it lives underground.
30. What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A. Martialis Heureka was found by accident.
B. Much is to be done to collect more ants.
C.Little known about the ant history.
D. More ants from the new species are needed
浙江省乐清知临中学2021-2022学年高二上学期英语期中试题
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：（共10个小题：每小題2.5分，满分25分）
阅读下列组文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
Jonas was careful about language. Not like his friend Asher, who talked too fast, mixing up words and phrases until they were barely recognizable and often very funny.
Jonas smiled, remembering the morning that Asher had dashed into the classroom, late as usual, arriving breathlessly in the middle of the chanting of the morning anthem (国歌). When the class took their seats at the conclusion of the patriotic song, Asher remained standing to make his public apology as was required.
“I apologize for inconveniencing my learning community.” Asher ran through the standard apology phrase rapidly, still catching his breath. The Instructor and class waited patiently for his explanation.
“I left home at the correct time but when I was riding along near the pool, the crew was separating some salmon. I guess I just got distraught, watching them.”
“I apologize to my classmates,” Asher concluded. He smoothed his messy collar and sat down.
“We accept your apology, Asher,” The class recited the standard response in unison. Many of the students were biting their lips to keep from laughing.
“l accept your apology, Asher,” the Instructor said. He was smiling. “And I thank you, because once again you have provided an opportunity for a lesson in language, ‘distraught’ is too strong an adjective to describe salmon viewing.” He turned and wrote “distraught”, on the instructional board. Beside it he wrote “distracted.”
Jonas, nearing his home now, smiled at the recollection.
Thinking, still, as he wheeled his bike into its narrow port beside the door, he realized that frightened was the wrong word to describe his feelings, now that December was almost here. It was too strong an adjective.
He had waited a long time for this special December, when the Ceremony of the Twelve will be held and the future assignment will be announced by the Elders in the committee.
Now that it was almost upon him, he wasn’t frightened，but he was…eager，he decided He was eager for it to come. And he was excited, certainly. All of the Elevens were excited about the event that would be coming so soon. But there was a little tremble of nervousness when he thought about it, about what might happen.
Anxious, Jonas decided. That’s what I am.
21. Asher arrived at the school ____________.
A. as soon as the students concluded the national anthem
B. after all the other students had taken their seats
C. when the Instructor had begun the language lesson
D. when students had started singing the patriotic song
22. Why did the Instructor write the word “distraught” on the board?
A. To show he accepted the apology.
B. To explain the confusing words.
C. To warn students against using it
D. To shame Asher for using the wrong word.
23. Jonas recalled what happened to Asher because____________.
A. he found himself struggling to describe his feelings precisely
B. he was certain that he would make the same mistake as Asher did
C. he was reminded to use the appropriate language for the ceremony
D. he finally understood how Asher was feeling that morning
24. The text is probably extracted from___________.
A. a science fiction novel
B. a journal of applied linguistics
C. a documentary about campus life
D. a manual for using language correctly
B
NEW DELHI一Authorities in northern Indian state of Uttarakhand on February 23 said the death number in the dam disaster that happened earlier this month in the state has risen to 70 and the search for missing people was underway. “As of now, a total of 70 bodies and 29 human body parts have been got back from different places,” reads a statement issued by police. t4Out of these, 40 bodies and one body part have been identified.”
Police said DNA collection of the unidentified bodies was being carried out. According to police, missing reports of 205 persons have been filed so far. “So far DNA samples of 110 relatives, 58 bodies and 28 body parts have been sent for matching to forensic (法医的）science laboratory (FSL) Dehradun,” the statement said Meanwhile, the search operation in the underway.
On Feb. 7, a glacier burst and then into a dam in Uttarakhand, causing a huge flood. The
floodwaters tore open a dam and a flood of water hurtled down flooding the area in its course, damaging two hydropower (水力发电）projects and leading to numerous deaths，besides endangering hundreds of others. The majority of the missing in the disaster are believed to be workers from two hydropower plants.
Immediately after the incident rescuers rushed to carry out efforts on several sites, including a tunnel more than 200 meters long to save the trapped ones. Apart from locals, authorities moved in disaster response force personnel，troops，paramilitaries (准军事部队）and military helicopters to the state to help with rescue efforts.
25. What is the number of bodies that have been sent to a lab for matching?
A. 28. B. 29. C. 58. D. 110.
26. Why did the dam disaster break out?
A. There was a heavy rainstorm.
B. It fell into disrepair.
C. A glacier burst and rushed into it.
D. A very strong wind struck it
27. Which of the following can be the best title?
A. India dam disaster death number rises to 70
B. Dam disaster happens in northern Indian state
C. Search for body parts in dam disaster is underway
D. DNA collection of the unidentified bodies is carried out
C
Identifying the chemical makeup of pigment (色素）used in ancient documents, paintings, and watercolors is critical lo restoring and conserving the precious artworks. However, despite numerous efforts, scientists had been unable to determine the source of folium, a popular blue dye used to color manuscripts (手稿）in Europe during the middle ages — from the 5th to the 15th century. Now, a team of researchers from Portugal has finally uncovered the mysterious ingredient responsible for the gorgeous blueish-purple color that helped bring ancient illustrations and texts to life.
The research team began by poring over instructions penned by European dye makers from the 12th, 14th, and 15A centuries. They found what they were seeking in a 15th-century text entitled The Book on How to Make All the Color Paints for Illuminating Books.However, translating the instructions was no easy task. It was written in the now extinct Judaeo-Porluguese language, and though the source of the dye was traced back to a plant, no name was mentioned.
However, by piecing together suggestions from the text» the scientists were able to determine that the dye was made from the bluish-green berries of the chrozophora tinctoria plant After an extensive search, the team found a few varieties of the plant growing along the roadside near the town of Monsaraz in south Portugal.
The detailed instructions gave the researchers critical clues 一 including the best time to pick the berries. “You need to squeeze the fruits, being careful not to break the seeds, and then to put them on linen The scientist says the detail was important since broken seeds polluted the pigment^ producing an inferior quality ink. The dyed linen, which was left to dry, was an efficient way to store and transport the pigment during ancient times. When needed, the artist would simply cut off a piece of the cloth and dip it with water to squeeze out the blue color.
Once the key ingredient had been identified, the researchers began to determine the dye’s molecular structure. To their surprise, they found that folium was not like any other known permanent blue dyes 一 it was an entirely new class of color, one they named chrozophoridin. “Chrozophoridin was used in ancient times to make a beautiful blue dye for painting.” the team wrote in the study. “Thus, we believe that this will not be our final word on this amazing plant and its story and that further discoveries will follow soon.”
28. The primary purpose of the study is to _____________.
A. restore and conserve ancient precious artworks
B. determine the substance making up the folium
C. prove the ancient dye-making technique was organic
D. identify which class of color folium belongs to
29. The underlined phrase “poring over” in the second paragraph means ___________.
A. discussing publicly B. testing repeatedly
C. passing directly D. reading carefully
30. The article is mainly about _____________.
A. how the mystery of a thousand-year-old blue dye was solved
B. why the researchers took the trouble to recreate the dye
C. what needs to be done to make an organic dye from a plant
D. when and where the discovery of the dye was made
浙江省宁波市咸祥中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
What limits you from hiking more often? If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods, why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?
● Yukon Outdoors Club
Membership cost:$10 for a single membership
Description: The club organizes day hikes, backpacking trips, canoe trips, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing trips for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.
● UBC Varsity Outdoor Club
Membership cost: Students $40; non-UBC students $60
Description: The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club is a social group that hikes and rock climbs. Members lead trips, run skills workshops, and host presentations. Members can borrow equipment from the club. The UBC VOC has also constructed a few huts in the Coast Mountains.
● Pender Harbor Hiking Group
Membership cost: Free
Description: The Pender Harbour Hiking Group offers a way for members to meet like-minded individuals and get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance, so check the website regularly to find a hike that's right for you! Hikes are usually one and a half to two hours long every Monday and Wednesday morning, but some full-day hikes are scheduled, depending on member interest.
●Vernon Outdoors Club
Membership cost:A single membership is $25, and students pay $10. Children are free when they come with a registered family member.
Description: The Vermon Outdoors Club is an active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Members are encouraged to share their activity ideas and interests. The group organizes a Tuesday Activity each week.
21. Which club organizes its trips based on their members’ hiking skills?
22. A.The Yukon Outdoors Club.
23. B.The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club.
24. C.The Pender Harbor Hiking Group.
25. D.The Vernon Outdoors Club.
26. 22. What do we know about hikes organized by the Pender Harbor Hiking Group?
27. A.They are mostly held on weekends.
28. B.They are arranged two months ahead of time.
29. C.Their schedule is always emailed to the members.
30. D.More full-day hikes are offered than half-day hikes.
31. 23. Mr. and Mrs. Smith, together with their two children, aged 4 and 6, intend to join the Vernon Outdoors Club, how much will they pay for the membership?
32. A.$70. B.$50. C.$45. D.$35.
B
Zhang Ying, 23, could have been a news host after four years studying broadcasting and talk show hosting at the university. So could Du Xintong. Instead of just becoming talking heads on TV, they decided to use their knowledge to help millions of children with speech disorder to find their own voices. They co-founded Voice Changer, which offers language rehabilitation(复原) for teenagers in China through online and in-person service platforms.
According to Zhang, each child needs to finish at least one three-month course, which consists of three 40-minute sessions a week. The length of the overall training program is dependent on each child’s condition upon their evaluation.
“When we are teaching in-person courses, the parents cannot accompany their children. The children may feel a bit nervous in a strange environment, but they soon get used to it and start to enjoy the training,” she says.
They also launched a mini program on WeChat that provides online services for families of children with speech disorders－parents can upload their child’s information and recordings to the self-testing tool and get a report. As well as online speech therapy(治疗), there are also online courses for parents, including guidance for speech therapy at home.
“We insist that parents should accompany their children when taking online courses as they need to play the role of both teaching assistant and desk mate,” she says.
There are only 10,000 speech therapists in China, many of whom are not full-time. Unlike common volunteer work, to be a speech therapist volunteer, complex training is required before services can be offered.
“Speech therapy is a complex subject which requires knowledge, including training in education, psychology, linguistics and so on,” Zhang says, adding that their team has developed a training system for the volunteers to grow into professional speech therapists. They prefer to employ college students majoring in related subjects, such as broadcasting, linguistics, Chinese languages and literature or special education.
24. What can we learn about Voice Changer’s programs?
A. Each lasts three months. B. They are intended for teens.
C. Parents’ company is a must. D. They vary from person to person.
25. What are parents required to do in online courses?
A. To help their children learn better.
B. To have some knowledge of psychology.
C. To leave their children alone without interrupting.
D. To upload their children’s information to a therapist.
26. Why are there limited speech therapists in China?
A. Because speech therapy is a new industry.
B. Because being a speech therapist is demanding.
C. Because students majoring in related subjects are few.
D. Because people don’t want to take it as a full-time job.
C
The sudden death of the 23-year-old female employee of Pinduoduo has sparked a heated debate, with many criticizing the overwork culture. Three experts share their views. Excerpts(节选) follow:
Labor laws compatible(兼容的) with digital era needed
This case should inspire society to reflect on how to better protect employees’ rights in the digital era. The relevant clauses in the Labor Law cannot be specifically applied to charge internet companies suspected of violating laborers’ rights and interests.
The blurring(模糊) of the line between social and economic activities in the digital era makes it difficult to define fixed working hours.
Lawmakers should find out the new factors affecting labor relations due to the rapid development of internet and communications technology. This can pave the way for law-making on working hours in the digital era.
‘996’ working schedule is against labor laws
More than one year ago, it was shocking to hear e-commerce tycoons(巨头) Liu Qiangdong and Jack Ma publicly support the “996” working schedule to push their employees to work harder. A growing number of companies have been using different methods to exercise ever-increasing control over their employees.
To correct the situation, it is vital that the country bring in specific law on internet enterprises, especially in terms of labor contracts and work schedules, and make it clear that the “996” working schedule is illegal.
Death due to overwork needs legally definition
Work pressure and long working hours can seriously affect workers’ physical and mental health, making them more easily hurt by occupational and stress-related diseases.
But it is difficult to prove that a person dies of overwork. Only a person who dies at the workplace or of a sudden illness within 48 hours of getting off work is considered a victim of work.
China should issue guidelines explaining in detail what leads to death due to overwork.
27. What do the three experts agree on?
A. The Labor Law in China is non-effective.
B. It is difficult to define fixed working hours.
C. Supervision (监管)on companies should be tightened.
D. Improvement should be made to the current laws.
28. Why does the expert mention Liu Qiangdong?
A. To emphasize the models of e-commerce.
B. To introduce tycoons’ attitudes to overwork.
C. To confirm their efforts to protect employees.
D. To express disagreement on ‘996’ working schedule.
29. What does the underlined exercise mean in the text?
A. To make somebody anxious.
B. To do sports or other physical activities.
C. To use your power to achieve something.
D. To test or make experimental use of something.
30. Who can be considered a victim of work?
A. Someone dies on his way to office.
B. Someone dies of a heart attack in his office.
C. Someone dies three days after work.
D. Someone dies after work without symptoms.
浙江省金华市江南中学2021-2022学年高二11月份期中考试英语试题
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
Obviously, you want to make the most of your precious time, to squeeze every last drop out of the days. Here we’ve rounded up the best events for you to enjoy in June in Shanghai.
■Shanghai International Literary Festival
The literary event champion of Shanghai is back! Every type of author is set to appear at this year’s gathering, including legendary Chinese American writer Amy Tan (The Joy Luck Club and The Bonesetter’s Daughter), Internet business expert Duncan Clark (Alibaba: The House That Jack Ma Built), the Anthill founder Alec Ash (Wish Lanterns: Young Lives in New China) and many more. Stay tuned for our full festival preview and author features.
June 10~22, various times, RMB 85 or RMB 150 (for literary lunches). Glam.
■Vivienne Westwood
The iconic (人像的) fashion designer is the subject of this exhibition of Chinese modern art and environmental-friendly fashion inspired by Westwood’s strong attitude towards a climate revolution. Participating artists include Sun Xun, Wu Junyong and Zhang Ruyi.
Until June 28, free entry. Chi K11 Art Museum.
■Dog Day Saturdays
On the first Saturday of the month, The Rooster (Jing’an) throws a backyard party where dogs are welcome. There will be free hot dogs. Flying Dog Beers and dog treats for the little buddies. Donations will also be collected for local animal rescue group, Best Friends China.
June 6, 3~5p.m., RMB 50. The Rooster (Jing’an).
■Mom to Mom Sale
Sell or stock up on clothes, toys, books, strollers and other family goods at this twice-a-year market organized by Shanghai mothers. Sellers will contribute 15 percent of all their profit to the charity group, Heart to Heart.
June 21~22, 10 a.m.~2 p.m. Free entry. Shanghai Racquet Club.
21. Who could you possibly meet at Glam on 21, June?
A. Jack Ma. B. Sun Xun. C. Amy Clark. D. Alec Ash.
22. Which event is most likely to attract the environmentalists?
A. Mom to Mom Sale. B. Dog Day Saturdays.
C. Vivienne Westwood. D. Shanghai International Literary Festival.
23. What do Dog Day Saturdays and Mom to Mom Sale have in common?
A. They take place at the same time. B. They support charity work.
C. They are organized annually. D. They are free of charge
B
As the coronavirus (冠状病毒) outbreak continues, many Americans are fearful of using public transportation. They are also looking for ways to get exercise without going to a gym. So, it may not be surprising that the pandemic (疫情) has led to a major increase in bicycle sales.
In the US, bicycles at big stores have sold out. And small bicycle stores cannot keep up with demand for “family-style” bicycles: the low-cost, easy-to-ride models. “The bicycle industry is seeing its biggest sales increase since the oil crisis of the 1970s,” said Jay Townley, an industry expert. He compared the sale of bicycles to the rush to buy products like toilet paper at the start of the pandemic.
The rise in bicycle sales is not happening just in the US. Italy has created bicycle paths for the growing number of people who want to avoid public transportation. In London, city officials plan to ban cars from some central roads. Bike shop owners in Manila say demand is even stronger than what they see at Christmas time.
Of course, you can only buy a bicycle if you can find one. In the US, the shortages now mean it may take many months to get a bicycle. High demand is not the only reason for the shortage. Many bicycle factories were shut down to stop the spread of COVID-19. The increase in bicycle demand began in March as countries began to close down. In April, the sale of bicycles increased 200 percent in the US.
Joe Minutolo is the co-owner of Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop in Maine. He said he hoped the increased sales meant a change in the way people think about transportation. “People are having a chance to rethink things,” he said, “Maybe we’ll all learn something out of this, and something really good will happen.”
24. What causes the increase in bicycle sales?
A. Shortage of public transportation. B. Outbreak of the coronavirus.
C. People’s desire to defeat disease. D. People’s fear of natural disasters.
25. What change has the pandemic caused in Italy?
A. More bikes are sold than at Christmas time. B. “Family-style” bicycles are in great need.
C. Cars are banned from some central roads. D. New bicycle paths have been built.
26. What can we know from Paragraph 4?
A. It’s impossible to buy a bike. B. Bike factories were closed in April.
C. High demand for bikes began in March. D. It takes many months to produce a bike.
27. What is Joe Minutolo’s attitude towards the increased sales of bicycles?
A. Doubtful. B. Positive. C. Uncertain. D. Critical.
C
The snow in Antarctica is turning green and scientists say climate change may be to blame. According to a study at the Cambridge University, microscopic algae blooms (藻类爆发) across the surface of the snow is slowly turning Antarctica’s winter white landscape green. Although microscopic, scientists say they’re able to see the “green snow” from space when the algae blooms all together.
Researchers created a large-scale map of green snow algae along the Antarctic coast using a combination of satellite data and on-the-ground observations over the course of two summers. The study found that the green snow algae bloomed in warmer areas where the average temperatures are just above 0℃ during the southern hemisphere’s (半球的) summer months from November to February.
“As Antarctica warms, we predict the overall mass of snow algae will increase,” said Dr Andrew Gray, lead author of the paper, and a researcher. Researchers say larger blooms of algae can be found north of the Antarctic and South Shetland Islands, where it can spread to higher ground as the snow melts.
The team also discovered some sea birds and mammals influenced the distribution（分布） of algae. Over 60% of algae blooms were found within three miles of a penguin settlement. Scientists hypothesize this may be due to their droppings, which act as a “highly nutritious fertilizer.”
“This is a significant advance in our understanding of land-based life on Antarctica, and how it might change in the coming years as the climate warms,” said Dr. Matt Davey in the University of Cambridge’s Department of Plant Sciences, who led the study.
28. What is turning the Antarctic snow green?
A. The melting of snow. B. The blooming algae.
C. The beautiful landscape. D. The balanced temperature.
29. Where is microscopic algae most likely to bloom in Antarctica?
A. North of the Antarctic. B. West of the South Pole.
C. South of the Antarctic. D. Around the southern hemisphere.
30. What does the underlined word “hypothesize” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Confirm. B. Support. C. Assume. D. Warn.
31. What can we learn from the text?
A. Penguins feed on microscopic algae. B. Antarctic algae grow under the snow.
C. Ground observation lasted for four months.
D. Animal droppings contribute to the algae blooms.
D
Teenagers who travel around the world alone have been making headlines quite often. A young person alone in a dangerous situation attracts attention and sponsors. Young sailors also attract various views. For example, Jessica Watson was asked by the government to cancel her voyage, yet the Prime Minister called her “a hero for young Australians” when she returned. It seemed there is confusion about the competence and independence of young people.
The popular psychologists tell us that teenage brains are likely to make wrong judgments. But such ideas often do not apply to specific individuals. Between the ages of 14 and 18, teenagers vary greatly in their abilities. The amount of independence that each is allowed should be determined not simply by their age but by discussion with the related, responsible adults. Some teens are certainly inexperienced and capable of childish mistakes, but the ones who attempt dangerous journeys normally do so by winning the confidence of hard-headed and well-qualified adult supporters.
But it’s also wrong to think that any 16-year-old can desire to get achievements as unusual as Jessica Watson’s. Watson calls herself “an ordinary girl who had a dream”. Her intention is to encourage teenagers but this idea can have the opposite effect of making them feel not good enough because great achievements are beyond them. Should all teens have such dreams? Actually, individuals face varying circumstances that restrict their dreams.
Teenagers who travel around the world alone should not be judged by preconceived (事先形成的) views about young people. Nor should young “ordinary” teenagers feel pressure to long for extraordinary personal goals. In fact, I believe the example of solo sailing overstresses individualism. The teenage years are when most of us “ordinary” people learn that we can achieve great things in cooperation with others.
32. What can we learn about Jessica Watson?
A. She was criticized by the government. B. She eventually canceled her voyage.
C. She has traveled around the world. D. She made a successful voyage.
33 What can be inferred about teenagers from the text?
A. They have similar abilities. B. They make decisions on their own.
C. They always make wrong judgments. D. They need supports of responsible adults.
34. Who does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A. Parents. B. Teenagers. C. Psychologists. D. Adults.
35. What is the best title for the text?
A. Divided Opinions on Young Adventurers B. Problems Faced by Adventurous Teens
C. Various Ways to Become Independent D. Pressure to Achieve Personal Goals
浙江省嘉兴市第五高级中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
You probably know who Marie Curie was, but you may not have heard of Rachel Carson. Of the outstanding ladies listed below, who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years?
Jane Addams (1860-1935)
Anyone who has ever been helped by a social worker has Jane Addams to thank. Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She encouraged a sense of community (社区) by creating shelters and promoting education and services for people in need. In 1931，Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson (1907-1964)
If it weren’t for Rachel Carson the environmental movement might not exist today. In 1962 her popular book 'Silent Spring9 raised the awareness of the dangers of pollution and the harmful effects of chemicals on humans and on the world’s lakes and oceans.
Sandra Day O’Connor (1930-present)
When Sandra Day O’Connor graduated from Stanford Law School, in 1952, she could not find work at any law firm because she was a woman. But many years later she became an Arizona state senator (参议员) and, in 1981, she became the first woman to join the U.S. Supreme Court. O’Connor gave the key vote in many important cases during her 24 years on the top court.
Rosa Parks (1913-2005)
On December 1, 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa Parks would not give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. Her simple act landed Parks in prison. But it also set off the Montgomery bus boycott. It lasted for more than a year, and kicked off the civil-rights movement. “The only tired I was, was tired of giving in,” said Parks.
21. What is Jane Addams noted for in history?
A. Her social work. B. Her teaching skills.
C. Her efforts to win a prize. D. Her community background.
22. What is the reason for O’Connor’s being rejected by the law firm?
A. Her lack of proper training in law. B. Her little work experience in court.
C. The discrimination against women. D. The poor financial conditions.
23. Who made a great contribution to the civil-rights movement in the U.S.?
A. Jane Addams. B. Rachel Carson.
C. Rosa Park. D. Sandra Day O’Connor.
24. What can we infer about the women mentioned in the text?
A. They are highly educated. B. They are truly creative.
C. They are peace-lovers. D. They are pioneers.
B
A British friend told me he couldn’t understand why Chinese people love eating sunflower seeds (嗑瓜子) as a snack so much. “I’ve met a lot of older Chinese and many have a crack in their front teeth, I believe that’s from cracking the seeds,” he said.
I had never noticed the habit, but once lie mentioned it, I suddenly became more aware. I realized that whenever Fm watching TV or typing a report, I always start mindlessly cracking sunflower seeds. My friend doesn’t like sunflower seeds, and, to him, it seems unnecessary to work so much just to get one small seed.
In the past, when we were young, the whole family would usually get together for Chinese New Year. Then, we all lived close to one another, usually in a small city, and sometimes we were even neighbors, so we would go door-to-door on Chinese New Year’s Eve to check out what every household was making.
I remember my parents would be always in the kitchen cooking. Out in the living room, a large table would already be laid out with fancy tablecloth, ready-made dumpling fillings, and dishes full of candy, fruits and sunflower seeds. Some of the dishes were to be offered to our ancestors later, while others were for neighbors and children to eat before the evening feast. I must have learned how to crack sunflower seeds back then.
I don’t think it’s right to criticize one’s choice in food or eating habits，no matter how strange they may seem.
It’s not only in China. When I went abroad, I found people had all sorts of strange habits when it came to food. In Denmark, they put salted red fish on bread and eat it for dinner, no matter how much it ruins your breath. They think it’s delicacy (美味佳肴)，and it’s connected to their certain culture. So I think it’s a wonderful tradition.
25. Why can the British friend not understand when he found Chinese love eating sunflower seeds?
A. Because the seeds are too hard to crack.
B. Because he thinks they are harmful to teeth.
C. Because he doesn’t think the seeds are good.
D. Because he doesn’t think the seeds are worth eating.
26. What does the writer prove by mentioning Chinese New Year?
A. The families get together for it.
B. Eating sunflower seeds is related to it.
C. The traditions of celebrating it disappear.
D. Children can eat delicious food on that day.
27. What idea does the writer want to express in this passage?
A. Eating habits come from a certain culture.
B. It is good to form healthy eating habits.
C. Changing your eating habits will change your life.
D. One kind of food doesn’t necessarily suit everyone.
C
Each day the online community reports on countless social justice issues around the world. From climate change and gun violence to natural disasters, readers come across a story, learn about an issue and often feel compelled (被迫的) to give some help. However，without any guidance on how to do it，many people stop the attempt and move on with their day.
Ideal Impact, a new web based app，sees it as a lost opportunity. The app is designed to connect news stories with efficient ways to help make a difference in the real world. Let’s say, for example, you recently read an article --“The heartbreaking world of captive (被抓的）special birds” and felt moved by the stories of the sad lives that those birds are forced to live. Once installed on your phone or browser, Ideal Impact would show you chances to volunteer, donate or join the people to help the poor birds.
Founder, Olivier Kamanda, explains in the company’s video: “What would happen when you come across a story that makes you want to get involved in?(介入、加入）That arouses(唤醒）a basic question, ‘How can I help? Unfortunately there is no platform that takes you from that moment of inspiration to a meaningful service opportunity. So every year 90 million people are inspired to get involved to do something with their time but they don’t know how, which leads to a cost of 207 billion dollars for volunteers’ time and donations.” Kamanda said in an interview with the Smithsonian，“Our app bridges the gap between people who are inspired to make a difference and organizations that need support.
Once the app is installed as a browser plugin (插件）on a desktop (台式电脑）or mobile device，you can read the news as you normally would. And then, when you come across a story that inspires you to take action, you can click on the Ideal Impact button that appears in the main menu of your browser. That will load the app and show you opportunities to get involved with non-profit organizations that are working to deal with the issue you just read about.
28. What is Ideal Impact?
A. It’s a charity group. B. It’s a piece of software.
C. It’s a computer. D. It’s a non-profit organization.
29. How does the author explain the function of Ideal Impact?
A. By making comparisons. B. By giving figures.
C. By giving an example. D. By giving quotations.
30. What will happen after you click on the Ideal Impact button?
A. You will have fun news to read.
B. You will find a solution to a problem.
C. The main menu of your browser will appear.
D. You may get access to a related charity.
参考答案
浙江省宁波市鄞州中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语学科试题
21-23 CDB 24-27 BDAB 28-30 BBD
浙江省乐清知临中学2021-2022学年高二上学期英语期中试题
阅读理解：21-24 DBAA 25-27 CCA 28-30 BDA
浙江省宁波市咸祥中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
2.阅读： 21-23 ABB 24-26 DAB 27-30 DDCB
浙江省金华市江南中学2021-2022学年高二11月份期中考试英语试题
21-25DCBBD 26-30CBBAC 31-35DDDBA
浙江省嘉兴市第五高级中学2021-2022学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题
21—24 ACCD 25—27 DBA 28—30 BCD
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