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三湘名校教育联盟●2024年上学期高二期中大联考
英语
本试卷共8页。全卷满分150分,考试时间120分钟。
注意事项:
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3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分
听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19. 15. B. 9. 18. C. 9.15.
答案是C
l. What does the woman imply
A. Her doorbell is fine.
B. She has no time for the repair now.
C. She doesn't think the man can make it.
2. Where does the conversation take place
A. At a bank. B. In a hotel. C. At a restaurant.
3. What does the man think about the woman's new coat
A. It costs a lot. B. It is a good deal. C. It doesn't look good on her.
4. Who does the bike belong to now
A. David. B. Bernie. C. David's brother.
5. How was the weather in Colorado
A. Snowy. B. Windy. C. Rainy.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What does it mean to“hit the books"
A. To study. B. To read a novel. C. To close one's books.
7. On what day does this conversation take place
A. Friday. B. Saturday. C. Sunday.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8，What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Hobbies. B. Their extra classes. C. A famous oil painting.
9. Where did the man learn how to paint
A. At a university. B. From his father. C. At the local community college.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What does the man expect for the year
A. I'll be fun. B. I'll be difficult. C. I'll be easy.
11. What does the man plan to do
A. Major in English. B. Volunteer at the zoo. C. Attend medical school.
12. How often will the woman be volunteering
A. Every day. B. Every weekend. C. Three days a week.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What are the speakers planning
A. Where to get married. B. Where to go on vacation. C. Where to have a business trip.
14. Where would the man like to go first
A. Manila. B. Hanoi. . C. Hong Kong.
15. How will the speakers go to Vietnam
A. By plane. B. By boat. C. By train.
16. Why is the woman upset
A. She won't see her grandmother.
B. The man wants to visit his relatives.
C. The man doesn't want to go to Thailand.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. When did the speaker start working
A. During college. B. During high school. C. After she was married.
18. Where did the speaker meet her husband
A. At a gas station. . B. At a corner store. C. At a doctor's office.
19. What did the speaker and her husband first do together
A. They went skating. B. They went out dancing. C. They went to the movies.
20. Who is the speaker likely talking to
A. Her mother. B. Her daughter. C. Her grandchild. .
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
Picking a smartwatch isn't as simple as buying the best-looking or most feature- packed one you can find. To make things easier for you, I tested nearly every flagship smartwatch available over the course of four months to make sure I wasn't leaving any stone unturned. Here are some of my best picks.
Apple Watch Series 9 GPS
The Series 9 came out in September. I've been using it for several months, and the experience
is nearly identical to last year 's Series 8，but it has some minor improvements that'll help it stand
the test of time a bit longer. It has double brightness of Series 8，new gesture- based controls that
don' t require you to touch the screen，and Siri commands are now processed right on the device
rather than sent to the cloud.
Garmin Venu 2 Plus
If you re not sure whether you can commit to Android or iOS for more than a year or two, or
you like to lean heavily into the fitness aspect of wearables，get Garmin's Venu 2 Plus. Its fitness .
tracking is hard to beat，with options for cardio， HIIT， yoga， Pilates， golfing， cycling， and swimming，plus all the basics for health tracking.
Apple Watch Ultra 2
Compared with the Series 9，the Ultra 2 has bigger screen, longer battery life， more durable
design, and additional Action Button for quickly triggering workouts. However, I don't think the price point merits a best-in-class designation. The Ultra 2 has an Action Button on the left side of the display. You can program it to quickly start a workout, timer, the watch's flashlight mode, or run a custom Shortcut automation.
The Series 9 is still an excellent option for most smartwatch users，but the Ultra 2's additional
adjustments make it worthwhile for anyone who truly swears by getting things done on their wrist.
21. What advantage docs the Apple Watch Series 9 have over the Series 8
A. Lower Price. B. Brighter display. C. Longer battery life. D. Larger cloud storage.
22. Which smartwatch model is praised for its fitness tracking capabilities
A. Garmin Venu 2 Plus. B. Apple Watch Ultra 2.
C. Apple Watch Series 8. D. Apple Watch Series 9 GPS.
23. What function can be triggered by the Action Button on the Ultra 2
A. Checking heart rate. B. Adjusting weather settings.
C. Changing watch faces. D. Starting flashlight mode.
B
In the complicated network of global economics，one figure has emerged at a highly influential
level over the past couple years: Taylor Swift. The pop singer 's impact has extended far beyond her award-winning songs and into the international business stage， with what's been referred to as
“swiftonomics”.
Many believe that the start of Swift's ongoing world tour, named“The Eres Tour,”was the beginning of exceptionally high economic impact across the United States. Ticketing giants like Ticketmaster and Seat Geek saw impressive sales as fans packed stadiums nationwide, earning an amazing $ 554 million. Globally, the tour raked in an estimated $ 1.04 billion in ticket sales--the first tour in history to hit the billion-dollar milestone.
Swiftonomics go beyond just ticket sales. As the singer added more dates in different countries
to her tour, hotels, restaurants, and transportation services of each location 's economy experienced
a notable rise. So far, Swift has generated $ 4.6 billion in consumer spending in the United States
alone, and this number is expected to exceed $ 5 billion overall. With the Asia leg of her tour kicking off yesterday- starting in Japan-experts have predicted that similar economic boosts will
ensue. According to Tokyo City University lecturer Mitsumasa Etou, Swift is expected to generate
up to 34.1 billion yen. Etou named the tour Japan's“biggest ever musical event in terms of predicted economic impact.，
For countries like Singapore，swiftonomics present an opportunity to boost more than just their economy; according to Singapore University Associate Professor Lau Kong Cheen. the Eras Tour concerts breathes new life into the country s reputation in terms of tourism. Cheen said the ripple effect of the tour makes them look“modern, open- minded, and vibrant" Experts say the country' s tourism levels are rising，reaching about 80% of pre-pandemic levels.
The level of spending， engagement， viewership and overall impact that Taylor Swift ha generated continues to reach unexplored heights， and it S clear that . many‘corporations and countries have profited off her global appeal.
24. Why does the author include so many figures in Paragraphs 2- 3
A. To discuss Taylor Swift's musical achievements.
B. To highlight the global popularity of Taylor Swift.
C. To showcase the diversity of Taylor Swift's fanbase.
D. To emphasize the economic impact of Taylor Swift's tour.
25. What does the underlined word“leg” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Part. B. Performance. C. Stage. D. Impact.
26. What effect has Taylor Swift's tour had on Singapore
A. Putting an end to the pandemic. B. Restoring its tourism reputation.
C. Reshaping its entertainment image. D. Boosting its pre-pandemic economy.
27. What is the best title of the passage
A. Taylor Swift: An award-winning Musician
B. The Eras Tour: An influential Global Concert .
C. Swiftonomics: The Global Impact of Taylor Swift
D. Swift Impact: Transforming Singapore's Tourism Reputation
C
Many of us are familiar with the excitement of planning a vacation to an exotic destination. A the departure date approaches，anticipation builds， and the possibilities seem endless. However,
upon returning home，the experience often fades quickly as we settle back into our routines. That
incredible experience becomes like a dream- -similar to watching a movie, but a lot more expensive. But does it have to be like this What if it could be a transformative experience that Enriches our lives
Over 200 years ago，Mary Wollstonecraft, a philosopher and feminist, started a journey to Scandinavia during a difficult period in her life. Despite her initial intentions to win back her lover, she found comfort in documenting her travels in “ Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden，Norway， and Denmark.” Through her observations and reflections， she not only revolutionized travel writing but also healed herself emotionally.
Wollstonecraft' s approach to travel offers valuable insights for modern-day travelers. Instead of simply sightseeing，she actively engaged with her surroundings，learning about local customs
and history，and questioning her own assumptions. She embraced the unpredictability of travel, allowing herself to explore without strict plans.
Here are some goals we can construct from Wollstonecraft's approach to travel: Try to actively know the place you are in. Observe the customs. Interact with the locals. Learn the whys behind the observation. Explore the history. Try to understand the answers in relation to what you are experiencing now. setting aside any previous assumptions. Notice how the journey is affecting
you. What new insights do you have Are your opinions and beliefs challenged Don't plan out every detail. Embrace uncertainty and explore.
So how do we put those goals into practice Here is where mental models can enhance the travel experience. Exposing ourselves to diverse cultures and perspectives to broaden our worldview. Challenge confirmation bias(认 知偏差) by engaging with ideas that differ from our own. Recognize that happiness and fulfillment can be achieved in various ways.
By including these principles into our travels， we can transform them from mere entertainment into profound end enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on our lives.
28. What word best describes our feelings upon returning home from a vacation
A. Excited. B. Inspired. C. Disappointed. D. Astonished.
29. What is the function of the example of Mary Wollstonecraft in Paragraph 2
A. To show the transformative power of travel.
B. To highlight the challenges of traveling alone.
C. To emphasize the importance of documenting experiences.
D. To prove the possibility of finding comfort in strict travel plan.
30. Which of the following is in line with Wollstonecraft s approach to travel
A. The map is not the territory. B. Travel brings love back to your life.
C. Create your own sunshine every day. D. Believe in miracles, trust the journey.
31. How can mental models enhance the travel experience
A. Ignoring differing ideas to avoid bias.
B. Limiting exposure to new perspectives.
C. Seeking entertainment rather than enrichment.
D. Broadening worldview through diverse cultures.
D
The innovation is part of research into brain-computer interfaces (接口) to help improve the lives of people with motor disabilities. The researchers included machine learning capabilities with their brain-computer interface, making it a one-size-fits-all solution.
Typically，these devices require extensive adjustment for each user- every brain is different, both for healthy and disabled users- and that has been a major hurdle to mainstream adoption. This
new solution can quickly understand the needs of an individual subject and self-adjust through repetition. That means multiple patients could use the device without needing to tune it to the individual.
In a clinical setting， the subjects wear a cap packed with electrodes(电极) that is connected to a computer. The electrodes gather data by measuring electrical signals from the brain， and the decoder translates the brain signals into commands， which are used to control devices or applications. In this case，the decoded signals are translated into actions in a car racing game and a
simpler task involving balancing a digital bar. Subjects were trained simultaneously for both the simpler bar game and the more complex car racing game, thus improving their brain function.
The researchers call this work foundational, in that it sets the stage for further brain-computer interface innovation. This project used 18 subjects with no motor disabilities. As they continue down this road, they will test this on people with motor disabilities to apply it to larger groups in clinical settings.“To achieve this, we need to improve our technology to make it easier to use,' Millan. a professor in the University of Texas says.
On the side of translating the research，Millan and his team continue to work on a wheelchair that users can drive with the brain- computer interface. At the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals this month， the researchers showed off another potential use of the technology. controlling two rehabilitation(康复) robots for the hand and arm. This was not part of the new paper but a sign of where this technology could go in the future.“We'll continue down this path wherever it takes us in the pursuit of helping people.” Millan says.
32. Who will benefit the most from the Brain-Computer Interface innovation
A. People with physical disabilities. B. Businessmen selling wheelchairs.
C. Students seeking academic improvement. D. Athletes seeking performance enhancement.
33， What is the main advantage of the new solution
A. Faster adjustment process. B. Decreased need for tuning.
C. Improved mainstream adoption. D. Quick understanding of commands.
34. What is the function of electrodes
A. Translating signals. B. Measuring brain signals.
C. Controlling devices. D. Enhancing brain function.
35. What is the probable focus of Millan and his team's future work
A. Exploring hand and arm rehabilitation.
B. Showcasing technology at conferences.
C. Translating and publishing research papers.
D. Enhancing brain- computer interface technology.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余
选项。
Before we jump into the activities， let's take a moment to appreciate why teaching founding documents is crucial. These documents aren't just old pieces of paper gathering dust in a museum.
36 By exploring them，your students gain a deeper understanding of democracy.
Activity 1: Document Detective
Imagine your classroom as a crime scene, and your students are the detectives tasked with revealing the mysteries of America s founding. Their mission
Afterward, gather as a class to share findings and engage in a discussion. This activity fosters analytical skills and cultivates a sense of ownership.
38 Encourage your students to write about what they found most interesting or surprising about the documents they analyzed. They can also reflect on how the values and rights outlined in the documents relate to their own lives and experiences.
Activity 2: Founding Document Timeline
In this activity, your students will create a timeline tracing the evolution of America's founding documents. Provide your students a blank timeline template or encourage them to create their own using poster boards or digital tools. As they research each event， have them identify the
corresponding founding document and its significance.
39 They can highlight connections between events and the impact of founding documents on American society.
Activity 3: Founding Documents Escape Room Challenge
Turn your classroom into an escape room where students embark on a thrilling quest through
America's founding history.
40 For example, a code might lead to a quote from the Declaration of Independence, or a
map could guide students to the significance of the Constitutional Convention.
Divide the class into teams and challenge them to solve each puzzle, unlocking the secrets of America's past. This activity will reinforce critical thinking while adding an element of fun.
A. To provide guiding questions to promote critical thinking.
B. They are living files that continue to influence society today.
C. History is like a grand tapestry woven together by the threads of time.
D. To identify key phrases，principles， and rights within these documents.
E，Once completed, your students can present their timelines to the class.
F. Create a series of puzzles, each linked to a specific founding document.
G. As a follow-up homework, students can write a reflection on their experience.
第三部分语言运用(共两节,满分 30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
When I was a small child, my grandparents would take to me blackberry. 41 。It was usually late August when the blackberries were fully 42 . Grandpa would 43 us in his old truck. Being seven or eight at the time，I always enjoyed the trip as we bounced along to our 44 。
My grandparents always chose the same 45 . Wild blackberry 46 stretched along the
roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. Several hours of picking berries followed.
Nana 47 me not to eat any until they had all been washed but turned a knowing blind eye while 48 some anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as l had a particular 49 for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries were too much even for my taste and were just 50 .
When at last we were finished, the bright scenery had 51 long shadows and the afternoon
had become evening. Grandad 52 a bag half full of berries back to the truck. Juice 53 slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make blackberry pies and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the truck, my 54 hurt from too much fruit and my hands were 55 dark purple. I
always enjoyed those days.，
41. A. processing B. canning C. picking D. preserving
42. A. developed B. ripe C. fresh D. prepared
43. A. drive B. fetch C. move D. transform
44. A. journey B. adventure C. destination D. purpose
45. A. path B. direction C. route D. spot
46. A. bushes B. branches C. forests D. leaves
47. A. instructed B. warned C. encouraged D. begged
48. A. collected B. gathered . C. picked D. ate
49. A. talent B. taste C. admiration . D. hunger
50. A. tasteless B. unbeatable C. unpleasant D. delicious
51. A. took on B. burst on C. made up D. turned to
52. A. carried B. filled C. delivered D. passed
53. A. poured B. bled C. pressed D. tipped
54. A. throat B. head C. stomach， D. bones
55. A. colored B. washed C. dried， D. coated
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确彤式。
Walking more than 2.200 steps a day could reduce our risk of heart disease and early death, even if we spend the rest of the day 56 (sit) down. That's according to a study 57 (publish) in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Researchers looked at data from more than 72,000 people in the UK，with 58 average age of 61. Previous studies have linked time spent sitting with early death and heart disease， and
walking is known 59 ( decrease) these risks. So the research team wanted to find out 60
walking could offset( 抵消) the health risks of spending a lot of time sitting.
The study participants 6l ( wear) a device on their wrist， which was able to record the
62 (step) they took and the amount of time they spent sitting or lying down. Then they 63
(track) for around seven years afterward. During this time， 1, 633 participants died, and almost
6,200 had heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
The study found that taking between 9,000 and 10,500 steps per day reduced the risk of early
Death 64 39%，and reduced the risk of heart disease by 21%. That's even if people were spending a lot of time sitting.
One of the researchers， Matthew Ahmadi said the results show that “all 65 ( move) matters" and anyone who has to spend a lot of time sitting should increase the number of steps they take.
第四部分写作(共两节 ,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
上周六你校举行了主题为“Technology Changes our Life”的科技节活动。假定你是学校英语报“Tech Talk”栏目的学生主编,请你写一封征稿函,向全校学生征稿,内容包括:
1.稿件要求;
2.投稿方式;
3.录用奖励。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear fellow students，_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Tech Talk
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
At Piedmont Middle School, a kid could run track or play tennis, but everyone wanted to be on the soccer team. Laura had dreamed of earning glory for the Falcons ever since the first grade, when her older brother Toni scored the winning goal in the county middle school championship. The day she joined the team as a sixth-grader, she felt like she could fly.
But，unfortunately, her joy didn't last. She spent most of the season on the bench. It was all because of the huge mistake she made in her first game. She passed the ball in the completely wrong direction! Straight to an enemy in blue, who quickly shot it into the corner of the net, scoring. The coach benched Laura for the rest of the game. When the Falcons lost 1-0，she was crushed.
Now that the season was over, she just wanted to forget about soccer. She clearly wasn't good enough to play with the Falcons, and that was that.
A few days later, Laura's mother found her lying on the sofa，watching music videos on her . phone.
“You'd be better off praticing，”her mother said.
“What for ”Laura said, rolling her eyes.“It won't help me. I need someone to watch me and
tell me how I can improve. I can't get better by myself.”
Sighing，her mom sank down on the sofa.“Laura, for every lock, there is a key. We just have
to find it.”
After a moment，she added, “What if I film you during practice to help you find ways to improve ”
“But the season's over, Mom. No more practice, remember ”
“The best players keep practicing even when the season's over,” her mother said. “You remember Toni spending all summer bouncing a ball off his head in the driveway. He used to run
ten miles a day in the Arizona summer sun. You think he did that for fun "
“But to practice plays I need at least one other person," Laura protested.
Her mother patted her on the knee.“We'll find that key, too," she said.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The next morning，Laura s mother shook her awake early,“Come on, Laura; it' s soccer time.'
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When the next season came around, Laura was ready.________________________________
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