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天河外国语学校2023-2024学年高一下学期期末考英语
本试卷共8页，满分为150分，考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号填写在答题卡相应的位置上。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案；不能答在试卷上。
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第I卷
第一部分阅读理解（共两节，满分45分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题3分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A，B，C，D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Inside the World’s Largest Flower Show
The RI IS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest annual garden and flower show in the world．The showground covers 33 acres and most visitors stay for about 5 hours．It takes place in the grounds of Hampton Court Palace each July and is organized by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
Getting There
The nearest train station is Hampton Court．Full information of all travel options can be seen on the Getting to Hampton Court Palace page.
Tickets
Ticket prices start from 21.50.
Prices vary depending on the time and date of your visit.
Each full paying adult may bring two children aged 16 and under free of charge to the show.
Tickets are available on the door.
Opening Times
10a．m．until 7:30p．m.．It closes at 5:30p．m．on Sunday.
Tuesday and Wednesday: RHS Members only.
Official Website: www.rhs.org.uk
Tips for Visiting
●You could visit Hampton Court Palace on the same day but allow plenty of time as it takes3-5 hours to visit the flower show and 1-3 hours to visit the palace.
●This is a temporary outdoor event on open parkland and is subject to varying weather and ground conditions．A temporary walkway is laid but it can still get pretty muddy if there’s been heavy rain．Open-toed shoes and high heels are not usually appropriate footwear.
●Left Luggage and a drugstore service arc both available on the show site.
●The Advisory Service offer s free gardening advice to visitors．Check the information boards for locations.
●Plant and Product Deposit: There is a plant and product deposit service available where you leave your purchases while you enjoy the rest of your day out.
1．Where can you get the tickets
A．On the website． B．At the station.
C．At the entrance． D．In the garden.
2．What can you get for free
A．Drugs． B．Flowers.
C．Gardening advice． D．Transportation.
3．Which of the following helps to make a more enjoyable visit
A．Sparing sufficient time． B．Consulting the information desk.
C．Wearing whatever shoes they like． D．Making good use of deposit service.
B
Growing up, I was often the first Jewish person my classmates had ever met．I lived in Mississauga, Ontario, and was the only Jewish student in my grade一sometimes the only one in the whole school．This difference set me apart.
Every September, I hated presenting the note my parents had expertly made to a teacher I was just getting to know．The note explained that I would be absent during the Jewish High Holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur．I flatted that my teachers would label me the “Jewish kid”.
The real trouble always came as the local new year’s festival approached．I was Jewish and celebrated Hanukkah, not this festival．At school, on one day before the winter break, every class would sit in neat rows in the gym and sing songs from the festival．However, the music teacher sometimes played Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel, a Jewish festival song, and I would feel hundreds of eyes staring at my red cheeks．As my friends counted down the days until the festival, I counted the days until it was over and I could go back to feeling normal.
Each year during primary school, my mother would coordinate（协调） with my teacher to come to my class and tell the story of Hanukkah．She would prepare treats and materials depending on my age．Every time I would proudly stand beside her as she told the story of Hanukkah and explained the symbols．The children who had attended the presentation previously competed to answer questions．After my mom left, I would overhear them showing off their fried treats to kids in other classes.
My mom’s annual visits to my school sparked interest from other parents as well．Over the years, we had visits from parents who shared how festivals were celebrated in Germany and Italy.
My mom showed me, my classmates and their families that what sets us apart should be celebrated and shared, an intention which I continue to set for myself as I cycle through another holiday season.
4．What does the underlined word in paragraph 2 refer to
A．Noticed． B．Disagreed． C．Worried． D．Expected.
5．How did the author’s classmates react to Mom’s coming
A．They welcomed it warmly． B．They gave away her treats.
C．They showed off themselves． D．They expressed sympathy for her.
6．Which of the following best states what Mom did at school
A．She protected her child from being hurt.
B．She encouraged cross-cultural understanding.
C．She made Hanukkah a school-celebrated festival.
D．She saved the Jewish tradition from being changed.
C
Loss aversion（厌恶）, the idea that losses are more psychologically influential than gains, is widely considered the most important idea of behavioral decision-making and its sister field of behavioral economics．To illustrate the significance attached to loss aversion, Kahneman, winner of Nobel Prize in economics, wrote in his book, Thinking Fast and Slow, that “the concept of loss avers ion is certainly the greatest contribution of psychology to behavioral economics.”
Why has such profound importance been attributed to loss aversion Largely because it is thought to reflect a fundamental truth about human beings—that we are more motivated by our fears than by our aspirations．This conclusion has implications for almost every aspect of how we live our lives.
However, as documented in a recent critical review of loss aversion by Rucker of Northwestem University, there is no general cognitive（认知的） prejudice that leads people to avoid losses more strongly than to pursue gains．Contrary to claims based on loss aversion, price increases do not affect consumer behavior more than price decreases.
If losing $10,000 means giving up the roof over your head whereas gaining $10,000 means going on an extra vacation, it is perfectly reasonable to be more concerned with the loss than the gain.
Why has belief in loss avers ion been held so strong for so long An idealized view of science is that theories are accepted or rejected based solely on evidence from experiments．In fact, science is not simply an impersonal search for truth, but also a social process, in which supporters of a theory must convince other scientists, through logic and argumentation, of how evidence should be interpreted.
In sum, our critical review of loss aversion highlights that, even in contemporary times, wrong ideas can continue to exist for a long time despite contrary evidence, and therefore, that there is a need to critically assess accepted beliefs．While loss aversion has frequently been used to explain why people are prejudiced toward the current situation, perhaps fittingly, the case of loss aversion illustrates the importance of challenging the present state of science.
7．Why did Daniel Kahneman write Thinking Fast and Slow
A．To record the process of our thinking.
B．To test the contribution of loss aversion.
C．To show loss aversion is viewed important.
D．To figure out how loss aversion comes about.
8．Which situation worried people most according to Kahneman
A．Rising price． B．An extra holiday． C．Decreasing price． D．Pursuing gains.
9．What does the author think of science
A．It is solely based on experiments.
B．It bears little relation to evidence.
C．It interprets logic and argumentation.
D．Its research process is objective and social.
10．What can be a suitable title for this passage
A．Why Is An Important Idea False
B．How Can Loss Aversion Be Defined
C．Is An Accepted Idea Really Objective
D．Can We Take Loss Aversion for Granted
第二节（共5小题；每小题3分，满分15分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks． 11 This lies at the heart of “experiential appreciation,” a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you．It’s about learning from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects．They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful．So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event． 12
As you dive deeper, immerse（沉浸） yourself fully in the surroundings and activities．When you’re in nature, don’t just look around． 13 Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.
14 After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel．Write in a journal or discuss it with friends．This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured． 15 So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await．This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.
A．It extends learning beyond textbooks.
B．These activities bring learning to life.
C．Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.
D．Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.
E．Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.
F．Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.
G．Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.
第二部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A，B，C，D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
People say home is where the heart is．However, when the home you’re living in isn’t safe, the heartache can be a real headache．That was the 16 for one Nova Scotia family until neighbors stepped in to help them get through the difficulties.
When Alvero Wiggins was diagnosed with kidney failure, it created a(n) 17 effect on the family．That meant spending about nine hours a day on the 18 ．And that also meant 19 work．Unable to earn a living, Wiggins, his wife, and their three children were 20 to move into a shelter．The terrible conditions they faced led to a(n) 21 adjustment for Wiggins’s family.
22 , Alvero Wiggins had developed strong ties with his community． 23 his illness, he was an active volunteer in two local youth-related organizations．So many people in the neighborhood were willing to offer a helping hand．Sarah MacLaren, one of his neighbors, had 24 alongside him for years．And she knew how much Wiggins 25 in the pursuit of 26 others．So she thought he 27 to get something back. Getting his family a better place to live in became the most 28 mission for her.
MacLaren was 29 a local housing initiative --A Home For Everyone．For the past 15 years, she and her peers have 30 funds for various housing-related charities. Along with her charitable board, the 31 was made that this year’s earnings would go toward helping the Wiggin s family find a new place called home．With their 32 , a four-bedroom townhouse near a park and a swimming pool would be the home of the family.
“It means a lot to us to have a home,” Wiggins told CBC with 33 .“I don’t even know how to find the words to 34 everybody who has supported me．I believe everything will 35 gradually.”
16．A．case B．ambition C．solution D．request
17．A．opposite B．predictable C．desired D．lasting
18．A．improvement B．treatment C．experiment D．argument
19．A．taking on B．returning to C．searching for D．knocking off
20．A．encouraged B．forbidden C．forced D．allowed
21．A．unknown B．stable C．necessary D．tough
22．A．Accidentally B．Gradually C．Fortunately D．Hopefully
23．A．After B．Before C．Since D．Despite
24．A．fought B．sat C．worked D．studied
25．A．invested B．suffered C．wondered D．gained
26．A．teaching B．understanding C．helping D．accepting
27．A．pretended B．deserved C．managed D．needed
28．A．important B．challenging C．fruitless D．unpleasant
29．A．in place of B．in response to C．in charge of D．in memory of
30．A．started B．borrowed C．exchanged D．raised
31．A．imagination B．decision C．assumption D．discovery
32．A．efforts B．words C．tips D．dreams
33．A．excitement B．embarrassment C．confusion D．sorrow
34．A．reward B．thank C．greet D．invite
35．A．take place B．get across C．catch on D．turn around
第Ⅱ卷
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Curiosity about birds (36)______ (inspire) people to take up bird-watching in Shanghai in the past few years．Many bird lovers,(37)______(equip) with binoculars and cameras, travel long distances to capture a new bird with their lens．Others, especially parents with school-aged children, regard weekend bird-watching activities(38)______an opportunity to spend time outdoors and get close to nature.
About one-third of the total bird population in China can be seen in Shanghai, and the(39)______ (major) of them are migratory（迁徙的）．The Chongming Island, (40)______ these birds stop to feed in spring and autumn, is of significance for wildlife protection.
Forest Studio, one of the (41)______(company) providing bird-watching tours in Shanghai, had even organized tours abroad (42)______ the pandemic（疫情） forced such activities to stop．On a recent trip at Chongming, Wang Libo, a scientist, said, “I used to believe that all the valuable scientific discoveries (43)______(achieve) in the labs, and now I realize natural science is just as important.” With (44)______ number of such tours increasing, people begin to attach (45)______(great) importance to environmental issues and the protection of biodiversity.
第三部分基础知识（共三节，满分30分）
第一节单词拼写（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
根据中文提示，用一个单词的恰当形式填入下列句子，使句意完整。
46．In 2017,______（代表们） from Peking University gathered to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its founding.
47．She’s usually very shy, but she’s______ （慷慨的） and never hesitates to help.
48．After the earthquake, we were ______（宽慰的） to find that our family were safe and sound.
49．This was a______（非凡的） achievement by the Chinese team of scientists, in such a short space of time.
50．China has many ______（尽心尽力的） scientists, making great contributions to the country.
51．A moral ______（困境） is a situation in which you have two or more difficult choices to make.
52．I’d like to extend my sincere congratulations on your being ______（录取） to your dream university.
53．In the 19th century, people rushed to Alaska and ______（寻求） their fortune.
54．The new railway station being built in our city will be three times the size of the______（以前的） one.
55．______（创新） plays a key role in the constant development of both production and living.
56．What is the ______ （典型的） symptom of the novel coronavirus
57．______（判断） from what you say in your letter, you don’t sound nice.
58．The government needs a more ______（灵活的） approach to education.
59．The program’s first spacecraft, Chang’e 1 lunar orbiter, was ______（发射） in October 2007．
60．He is trying to ______（劝说） local and foreign businesses to invest in the project.
第二节短语填空（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
用所给短语的恰当形式填入下列句子，使其意义完整。有两个短语多余。
result in belong to be about to run out get through result from have in common
61．Whether big or small, what all our choices ______ is that they lead to specific consequences.
62．Scientific technology makes operations efficient and convenient,______ an increase in business.
63．Luckily, I arrived just in time—the show ______ begin as I took my place in the merry crowd.
64．People who ______ this category prefer to listen to information rather than read it or see it visually displayed.
65．Families who had only just ______ the war now had to bury their loved ones who had died of the disease.
第三节补全句子（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据中文提示和所给的英文部分完成下列句子。
66．为了弄清楚如何解决这个难题，没有什么比向这位有经验的专家寻求建议更有效了。
______ solve the problem, ______ seeking advice from this experienced expert.
67．我们真正需要做的是全神贯注于学习中。 （主语从句）
______ is to ______.
68．正是他们的充分准备才让这场表演大获成功，让观众们印象深刻。 （强调句，非限制性定语从句）
It ______ made the performance such a big success,______ all the audience.
69．只有通过坚持高标准的实验操作，我们才能得出科学的结论。 (insist，倒装句）
______ high standards of experimental operation, ______a scientific conclusion.
70．随着期末考试将近，她发现自己难以入睡。 (with复合结构）
______, she ______ fall asleep.
第四部分书面表达（满分25分）
假设学校读书节正在进行中外经典文学作品读书分享征稿活动“My Favourite Character”，请你写一篇英语文章投稿，内容包括：
1．简要介绍一部经典文学作品；
2．介绍这部作品中你最喜欢的角色：
1）角色的品质以及体现品质的事迹；
2）角色给你带来的启发。
注意： 1．词数120以上；
2．开头已为你写好，不计入总词数。
My Favourite Character
As part of the school reading festival, I would like to share with you my favourite character from ______
天河外国语学校2023-2024学年高一下学期期末考英语参考答案
阅读理解（每小题3分，共45分）
1-3 CCA 4-6 CAB 7-10 CADA 11．G 12．B 13．D 14．E 15．A
完形填空（每小题1.5分，共30分）
16．A 17．D 18．B 19．D 20．C 21．D 22．C 23．B 24．C 25．A 26．C
27．B 28．A 29．C 30．D 31．B 32．A 33．A 34．B 35．D
语法填空（每小题1.5分，共15分）
36．has inspired/has been inspiring 37．equipped 38．as 39．Majority 40．where
41．companies 42．before/until/till 43．were achieved 44．the 45．greater
单词拼写（每小题1分，共15分）
46．representatives, 47．generous, 48．relieved, 49．remarkable, 50．committed,
51．dilemma, 52．admitted, 53．sought, 54．previous, 55．innovation, 56．typical,
57．judging, 58．flexible, 59．launched, 60．persuade,
短语填空（每小题2分，共10分）
46．have in common, 62．resulting in, 63．was about to, 64．belong to, 65．got through
补全句子（每小题2分，共10分）
66．To figure out how to, nothing is more effective than
67．What we really need to do, be absorbed in our study.
68．It was their full preparation that; which left/gave a deep impression
69．Only by insisting on, can we reach
70．With the final exam approaching, found herself difficult to fall asleep.
书面表达（共25分）
My Favourite Character
As part of the school reading festival, I would like to share with you my favourite character. from the classic story, The Million Pound Bank Note．Written by Mark Twain, the story features Henry Adams, a penniless American man, whose life totally changed after receiving a million-pound bank note from two wealthy brothers.
Among the various characters in the story, my favorite character is Henry Adams, whose outstanding qualities leave a deep impression on me．Such an honest man is he that he would rather earn a living by working hard instead of receiving a charity from the two brothers．Besides, he inspires me with his integrity and compassion, who refuses to take advantage of his newfound wealth but instead uses it to help others in need．What moves me most is his optimistic attitude to life．Faced with numerous challenges and difficulties, he always stays positive, tackling problems with determination and perseverance.
It is Henry’s noble personality that motivates me to pursue my dream positively even in face of the most difficult circumstances．His commitment to doing what is right inspires me to stick to the values I cherish and become a better person.

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