1、广东省博罗县广东省博罗县 20222022- -20232023 学年高二上期中考试英语试题学年高二上期中考试英语试题 第第一一部分部分 阅读（共两节，满分阅读（共两节，满分 50 分）分） 第一节（共第一节（共 15 小题小题; 每小题每小题 2.5 分，满分分，满分 37.5 分）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 The protected lands of the National Parks are some of the most amazing destinations within the United States to view
2、some spectacular pieces of nature. Many of these parks have fun family-friendly activities, making them great destinations for holidays and summer break. Olympic National Park, WA Olympic National Park is a great destination for families to explore the wild beauty, where visitors will find beautiful
3、 beaches, a rain forest, mountains and more. Children will love the wild coastline, with amazing beaches, and a lot of fascinating sea life. The whole family will love the many hiking trails, the wild beauty of the beaches throughout the park, and the wildlife within the forest and mountains. Yellow
4、stone National Park, WY Yellowstone National Park is the nations first national park. Visitors can start at one of the Visitor Centers to learn about the abundant wildlife of Yellowstone. Children will love keeping an eye out for elk and bison while driving and hiking through the park. Cape Hatteras
5、 National Seashore, NC Located on North Carolinas Outer Banks, the Cape Hatteras National Seashore is an amazing destination for recreating, relaxing and much more. The seashore has many beautiful beaches for the whole family to explore and enjoy. Visitors can spend vacation time searching for shell
6、s, birding, kayaking, hiking and more. The Outer Banks are also an excellent spot to go windsurfing, especially on Hatteras Island. Glacier National Park, MT Glacier National Park, the tenth national park, offers visitors the opportunity to explore the amazing wilderness of Montana, through biking,
7、hiking, camping, backpacking, boating and more. The best time of year to visit is the early summer. 21.What can you do in Olympic National Park? A.Visit the park by car. B. Go boating in the park. C. Take a camp trip there. D. Enjoy attractive sea life. 22. Which national park has the longest histor
8、y in America? A. Olympic National Park. B. Yellowstone National Park. C. Cape Hatteras National Seashore. D. Glacier National Park. 23. What do Olympic National Park and Cape Hatteras National Seashore have in common? A. Both have beautiful beaches. B. Both offer bird-watching. C. Both are in the sa
9、me island. D. Both provide windsurfing. 2 B The $1 million Global Teacher Prize has been awarded to an American teacher, who helped to make college education accessible to low-income, immigrant, and refugee (难民) pupils. Keishia Thorpe, an English teacher in Maryland, was selected from more than 8,00
10、0 teachers in 121 countries. Ms. Thorpe teaches English to 12th-graders at the International High School Langley Park, where 95% of pupils are from low-income families. She redesigned their courses for the English department to make it culturally relevant to her pupils who are mostly from Africa, th
11、e Middle East, the Caribbean, and South America. As a consequence, her English language learners have shown a 40 percent increase in their reading. Ms. Thorpe encouraged her pupils to apply for college, helped them with their applications and even obtained fully-funded scholarships. Between 2018 and
12、 2019, She helped her senior pupils win more than $6.7 million in scholarships to 11 colleges, with which most of them did not have to pay for their education. When it comes to the prize money, she decides to given less well-off pupils an opportunity of receiving a third level education. “Every pers
13、on deserves the right to education and I want to be the person who champions that for them. I plan to donate the money to help students worldwide access higher education,” she said. “Students are the reason why Im here, so I intend to use that to promote them and create a better future for them.” Or
14、ganized by UNESCO and first awarded in 2015, the Global Teacher Prize is an annual award to a teacher who has made an enormous difference to the profession. The winner of this year was announced at a virtual ceremony in Paris on November 10th, 2021. 24. How do Thorpes redesigned courses influence he
15、r students? A. Students have spent more time reading. B. Students are more aware of their culture. C. More low-income students attend school. D. More students apply for college education. 25. What can be learned about the Global Teacher Prize? A. It contributes much to college education. B. It favor
16、s low-income immigrant teachers. C. It targets teachers with huge contributions. D. It encourages reforms in English teaching. 26. Which of the following words best describes Thorpe? A. Selfless and professional. B. Caring and devoted. C. academic and considerate. D. Talented and ambitious. 27. What
17、 is the best title for the text? A. A Good Teacher Ensures a Bright Future B. Teacher Prize Helps Realize Students Dream C. Immigrant Teacher Shares Her Moving Story D. High School Teacher Wins a $1 Million Prize C The meaning of silence varies among cultural groups. Silences may be thoughtful, or t
18、hey may be empty when a person has nothing to say. A silence in a conversation may also show stubbornness, uneasiness or worry. Silence may be viewed by some cultural groups as extremely uncomfortable; therefore attempts may be made to fill every gap with conversation. Persons in other cultural grou
19、ps value silence and view it as necessary for understanding a persons needs. Many Native Americans value silence and feel it is a basic part of communication among people, just as some traditional Chinese and Thai persons do. Therefore, when a person from one of these cultures is speaking and 3 sudd
20、enly stops, what may be implied is that the person wants the listener to consider what has been said before continuing. In these cultures, silence is a call for reflection. Other cultures may use silence in other ways, particularly when dealing with conflicts among people or in relationships of peop
21、le with different amounts of power. For example, Russian, French, and Spanish persons may use silence to show agreement between parties about the topic under discussion. However, Mexicans may use silence when instructions are given by a person in authority rather than be rude to that person by argui
22、ng with him or her. In still another use, persons in Asian cultures may view silence as a sign of respect, particularly to an elder or a person in authority. Nurses and other care-givers need to be aware of the possible meanings of silence when they come across the personal anxiety their patients ma
23、y be experiencing. Nurses should recognize their own personal and cultural construction of silence so that a patients silence is not interrupted too early or allowed to go on unnecessarily. A nurse who understands the healing value of silence can use this understanding to assist in the care of patie
24、nts from their own and from other cultures. 28. What does the author say about silence in conversations? A. It implies anger. B. It promotes friendship. C. It is culture-specific. D. It is occasion-based. 29. Which of the following people might regard silence as a call for careful thought? A. The Ch
25、inese. B. The French. C. The Mexicans. D. The Russians. 30. What does the author advise nurses to do about silence? A. Let it continue as the patient pleases. B. Break it while treating patients. C. Evaluate its harm to patients. D. Make use of its healing effects. 31. What may be the best title for
26、 the text? A. Sound and Silence B. What It Means to Be Silent C. Silence to Native Americans D. Speech Is Silver; Silence Is Gold D As the new year approaches, crowds around the world may be expecting whizzes and bangs to light up the sky. The appeal of fireworks could fade out with the growing use
27、of drones (无人机)for light shows, though. Ollie Howitt, a leader of Sky Magic, which used a team of 300 drones to create a display for Londons new year celebration last year, said the demand had increased dramatically. “We do think its going to be something ever-eye catching rather than being a short-
28、lived sort of fashion people have suddenly got interested in. Drones are reusable and theres no fallout. In that sense, theyre a very good, sustainable option.” she said. But not everyone agrees. A spokesperson from the British Fireworks Association said drones could also pose environmental problems
29、. “Drones have less an impact on the environment, but we have serious concerns about electrical demand and the use of lithium batteries which are known not to be much that green,” they said. An RSPCA spokesperson said that while drones tried to reduce the impact of displays on animals, there were do
30、wnsides. “Drones are not without their own negative issues such as scaring horses or crashing into birds, and can cause disturbance to animals and members of the public. Therefore, its important for their effects to be fully 4 considered and measures taken to minimize the chance of accidents.” they
31、said. Some express the opinion that the use of fireworks and drones dont conflict with each other. The sight, sound and gunpowder smell of fireworks will always provide its own unique thrill. “We find fireworks work really well when teamed up with drones. But we dont really see it as a one-replacing
32、-the-other at all. We feel as if its merely another tool to light the sky.” said Howitt, noting that while fireworks give a loud, emotive, big performance, drones offer the chance to tell stories in the sky by using a series of images. 32. What does Howitt think about a drone display in paragraph 2?
33、 A. Its definitely an upward trend. B. Itll get us to reflect on energy crisis. C. Its nothing but a temporary phenomenon. D. Itll excite the public curiosity about science. 33. Which of the following may Howitt suggest according to the last paragraph? A. Promoting the production of drones. B. Diver
34、sifying the functions of drones. C. Prohibiting the displays of fireworks. D. Staging drone shows as an alternative. 34. What does the underlined word “downsides” in paragraph 4 mean? A. prospect B. puzzles C. weaknesses D. benefits 35. In which section of a website can we read this text? A. Adverti
35、sement. B. Business. C. Entertainment. D. Environment. 第二节（共第二节（共 5 小题；每小题小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分分，满分 12.5 分）分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Your children are watching you. 36 According to the Health Program, developing healthy habits is an important part for your children. And when it comes t
36、o developing healthy habits, parents influence their children more than anyone else. 37 What happens during those early years can influence children for the rest of their lives. This includes some eating and exercise habits. Children are very careful, even at a young age. 38 As parents, you should d
37、o the following: Be enthusiastic about developing healthy habits of your own. If you do that, your children are more likely to be enthusiastic about developing theirs. Let your children see you taking care of your own physical health by eating fruit and vegetables. Talk to them about healthy habits
38、in appropriate terms and at a proper time. 39 40 Computers, televisions and other forms of technology are a major part of life in the 21st century. Unfortunately, as the use of technology in the home increases, so does the time spent watching TV or playing on the computer. So as parents, you should
39、also arrange the time for your children wisely. A. Dont get rid of technology, but use it wisely. B. Take part in physical activities and exercise regularly. 5 C. Your actions are speaking to them louder than your words will. D. Children prefer to imitate their parents rather than listen to them. E.
40、 This can be helpful to teach your children to form good eating habits. F. Its easy for the children to form their healthy habits when they are young. G. Children watch what others do carefully and imitate the behaviors of those closest to them. 第第二二部分部分 语言运用（共语言运用（共四四节，满分节，满分 75 分）分） 第一节第一节 （共（共 15
41、 小题；小题；每小题每小题 1 分，满分分，满分 15 分）分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Michael Platt, an entrepreneurial（创业的）teen in Washington DC, owns and 41 his own bakery business. Young Michael Platt is the proud owner of Michaels Desserts. Diagnosed with epilepsy(癫痫) at age 9, he 42 to cut back his invo
42、lvement in sports by his doctor, and born with a(n) 43 love for sweets, he decided to change his 44 for baking into a business when he turned 11. However, this is not just a(n) 45 bakery business. It operates on a one-for-one 46 Model for every cupcake sold he gives one to the homeless. 47 running h
43、is bakery, Michael also holds bake sales for the non-profit No Kid Hungry. Jessica Bomberg, a leader of fund-raising for the campaign, says, “Young heroes like Michael prove that everyone can make a 48 in society.” “I knew that I wanted to 49 a business, but I knew I didnt just want to make 50 I als
44、o wanted to help people in need at the same time,” he told the Washington Post. His business 51 creates new baked goods, which include popular cookies and cupcakes, and cupcakes have great 52 for the customers. Adrienne Allen, one of his 53 who often buys cupcakes, says that Michaels cupcakes are no
45、t only delicious, but also have 54 her to “provide everyone with sweetness”. It is Michaels simple act that gives hope to those who he 55 . “Thats why I give away cupcakes,” he says, “and I hope to scale my business and feed even more people.” Lets make the world a better place, one cupcake at a tim
46、e like Michael. 41. A. makes B. increases C. runs D. evaluates 42. A. was advised B. was asked C. was encouraged D. was persuaded 43. A. occasional B. critical C. abnormal D. incredible 44. A. mind B. passion C. decision D. appetite 45. A. difficult B. strange C. special D. ordinary 46. A. role B. d
47、onation C. fashion D. nation 47. A. Rather than B. Because of C. Regardless of D. Apart from 48. A. life B. contribution C. difference D. change 49. A. set up B. break up C. make up D. bring up 50. A. history B. contact C. money D. progress 51. A. apparently B. constantly C. potentially D. rarely 52
48、. A. appeal B. sympathy C. preference D. respect 6 53. A. classmates B. customers C. relatives D. colleagues 54. A. inspired B. permitted C. desired D. caused 55. A. saved B. spotted C. detected D. helped 第二节（共第二节（共 10 小题；每小题小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分分，满分 15 分）分） 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。 The Badlands
49、 National Park, one of the most popular attractions in western South Dakota, contains one of the worlds richest fossil 56 (bed). Scientists believe that 33 million years ago, a watering hole was located in the Badlands and that a drought forced mammals to travel long distances 57 (detect) water. Anc
50、ient horses, turtles, and hornless rhinos once 58 (live) here. Nowadays, the park is mainly home 59 mammals like big horn sheep, antelopes, and deer, 60 wander the 244,000 acres of the park. The park is also a reintroduction site of the endangered black-footed ferret(雪貂), one of the worlds 61 (rare)
