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山西高二英语第一学期单元练习（外研版（2019）选择性必修一 Unit 3 Faster, higher, stronger）
第一部分 阅读（共两节）
第一节 （每小题2.5分，共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
Sports Festival Volunteers Wanted
To promote the sports spirit of “faster, higher, stronger” and encourage students to build up their bodies, our school will hold the Annual Sports Festival on May 20– 21.（原创）We are now looking for volunteers to help with the event.
Volunteer Roles & Time
Registration Desk (May 20, 7:30–9:00): Check in participants and hand out race numbers.
Track & Field Assistants (May 20–21, 9:00–16:00): Help judges record results and keep the field orderly.
First Aid Support (May 20–21, 9:00–16:00): Assist the school nurse with basic first aid.
Requirements
Aged 15–18, healthy and energetic.
Good communication skills and team spirit.
No experience needed—training will be provided on May 18.
How to Apply
Send your name, class and preferred role to sportvol@school.edu before May 15.
1.（原创）What is the main purpose of the sports festival
A. To select top athletes
B. To advocate sports spirit and fitness
C. To train professional volunteers
D. To celebrate the school anniversary
2.（原创）What can we learn about the volunteer work from the text
A. Track assistants only work on the first day
B. Registration work lasts less than two hours
C. First aid volunteers need professional medical knowledge
D. All volunteer jobs start at seven thirty in the morning
3.（原创）What is required for volunteers
A. Rich sports experience B. Good grades in PE
C. Team spirit and good health D. Availability on May 18
B
At 15, tennis talent Billie Jean King wrote her future expectation in an essay. She imagined reaching Wimbledon but failing in quarter-finals, then living a quiet family life as a housewife instead of being a lifelong tennis warrior.
Her real life was a far cry from her teenage thought. She won plenty of tennis championships and built a remarkable career. Later, she became a steely fighter fighting for women’s equal rights.
Born in an age when women seldom held independent careers and women’s professional sports were little recognized, King soon noticed huge gender pay gaps after winning games at home and abroad. In 1970, the Italian Open gave male champions $3,500 while female winners got only $6 00. Worse, the media focused on female players’ looks rather than their achievements. She was also criticized and laughed at for speaking up for women players.
Determined to change the unfair situation, King chose to carry on the fight. In 1972, she talked to the US Open manager and warned that top female players would refuse to take part in the event without equal prize money. Her efforts paid off: equal pay rules were introduced. A year later, she founded the Women’s Tennis association and served as its first president.
Her most remarkable moment came in the 1973 “Battle of the Sexes”. She beat the arrogant male opponent Bobby Riggs, inspiring women worldwide. In her autobiography All In, she shared her tough experiences. With strong self-belief, King always went all out for her goals, encouraging countless females to pursue their dreams bravely.
4.（原创）What can we learn about Billie Jean King’s teenage prediction
A. She expected to give up tennis early.
B. She dreamed of being a full-time tennis star.
C. She hoped to live a peaceful family life.
D. She planned to win Wimbledon championships.
5.（原创）Why was King treated unfairly in her early sports days
A. Female sports were not widely respected then.
B. She lacked enough excellent game skills.
C. She often argued with famous male players.
D. Media disliked her plain appearance.
6.（原创）What measure did King take to fight for equal pay
A. She refused to take part in all tennis matches.
B. She warned to stop top female players from competing.
C. She set up a new tennis competition for women only.
D. She asked famous stars to donate prize money.
7.（原创）Which word can best describe Billie Jean King
A. Polite and modest B. Strict and selfless
C. Easy-going and caring D. Brave and determined
C
People have long known that daily eating habits can shape the balance of gut(肠道) microbes inside human bodies. Yet latest scientific research has uncovered a deeper truth: regular physical activity also serves as a key factor in regulating gut flora, which greatly affects people’s physical state and even mental well-being.
Studies show that steady exercise can effectively increase the diversity of beneficial gut bacteria. It helps the human body produce helpful chemicals, relieve internal inflammation and strengthen bodily functions. Experts point out that different sports styles bring totally different effects. Aerobic(有氧的) exercise is ideal for keeping gut microbes in good order, while strength training is more helpful in building up physical endurance and sharpening people’s overall fitness.
Nowadays, more sports lovers and professional athletes have come to realize this hidden connection. Equipped with strong self-belief, they carry on scientific training and match it with balanced diets to adjust their physical conditions gradually. All these efforts will surely pay off, allowing them to stay energetic and perform steadily when facing tough opponents in formal tournaments.
Researchers also remind ordinary people not to take intense exercise blindly. Proper and long-term light sports are enough to maintain gut health, which is practical and beneficial for people of all ages to keep a healthy lifestyle.
8.（原创）What is found to affect gut microbes greatly
A. Living environment B. Daily exercise
C. Working pressure D. Eating habits
9.（原创）Which type of exercise is most suitable for keeping gut microbes healthy
A. Strength training B. Intense exercise
C. Light sports D. Aerobic exercise
10.（原创）What can be inferred about professional athletes from paragraph 3
A. They depend on physical exercise alone to improve performance.
B. They believe mental strength matters more than physical training.
C. They combine scientific training properly with a balanced diet.
D. They try to avoid facing strong opponents in formal tournaments.
11.（原创）What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To explain the link between exercise and gut health.
B. To compare different types of exercise.
C. To advise people to stick to strict diet rules.
D. To show advantages of professional sports training
D
The relationship between the brain and the body is a two-way street: what you do with your body affects your brain, and what you think affects your body. One powerful way to positively reshape brain function is regular physical activity. Even ten minutes of walking can immediately relieve negative emotions by releasing beneficial brain chemicals.
Beyond these instant emotional improvements, exercise stimulates the production of a key molecule that helps brain cells grow and improves the flexibility of their branches, which are responsible for nerve signal transmission. A three-month comparative study showed that participants taking indoor cycling training maintained more stable moods and had higher levels of brain growth factors than those who only engaged in simple intellectual games.
Memory decline is an unavoidable part of aging for most people. Research reveals that human memory reaches its peak at the age of 30, followed by a slow but continuous decline. It is vital to distinguish normal aging memory loss from serious cognitive diseases. For example, misplacing daily items such as keys is a typical sign of harmless brain aging, while forgetting basic personal physical features indicates potential dementia problems. Scientific analysis attributes age-related memory decline to three major factors: weakened ability to build new nerve connections, decreased blood flow in the brain, and the gradual death of brain cells.
Fortunately, the brain has an extraordinary capacity called plasticity, which brings long-term solutions to cognitive decline. This ability allows the brain to restructure its internal connections and adapt to environmental changes. People with a lifelong sedentary habit can still gain visible brain improvements by starting short daily walks. In addition to physical exercise, moderate mental training including crossword puzzles, language learning, and musical instrument practice also slows down brain aging. Experts emphasize that sustainable mild training matters more than over-intense mental pressure. Physical exercise stands out as one of the most effective approaches to maintain long-term brain health, proving the inseparable interaction between human body and brain.
（原创）What is the function of paragraph 2
A. It introduces a new problem for further discussion.
B. It provides scientific evidence to support paragraph 1.
C. It presents a counter argument against physical activity.
D. It summarizes the main findings of the article.
13.（原创）Which phenomenon indicates abnormal cognitive aging
A. Failing to remember where one’s keys are
B. Frequently feeling depressed and anxious
C. Forgetting one’s own physical characteristics
D. Slow decline of memory after 30
14.（原创）What does the word “plasticity” in paragraph 4 most probably mean
A. The ability to break down easily.
B. The ability to change and adjust.
C. The ability to store memories.
D. The ability to produce chemicals.
15.（原创）What is the author’s main purpose of the text
A. To explain the working principles of brain plasticity
B. To distinguish normal aging from serious dementia
C. To analyze the causes of universal memory decline
D. To prove physical activity benefits long-term brain health
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入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Are you eager to become a better basketball player 16 Whether you are a beginner or a player who wants more chances to show yourself, you can steadily improve your basketball skills. Top athletes who stick to their goals keep training hard all the time.
17 You can practice shooting from different parts of the court. For this exercise, it helps to have a teammate grab your rebounds and pass the ball back quickly. This drill involves at least 7 positions, but you can tailor it to your needs.You have to make each shot before you move to the next position on the court.
Besides regular shooting training, you must attach importance to free throw practice. 18 They are simple shots that can fully show your basic skills on the court. Gradually forming your own shooting habits and building confidence are also necessary during the process.
When you master basic skills well, it is time to learn some practical difficult shots in real matches. You will always meet opponents who try to block your shots and disturb your rhythm. In this case, more professional shooting moves will help you score easily. 19
To make training less boring, you can choose some interesting ways to practise in your spare time. 20 It is popular that helps you improve shooting skills in a relaxing way.This way, you hardly notice you're practicing hard.
（原创）A. Shooting is basic for all players
（原创）B. Try the "around the world" practice
（原创）C. Such shots are done without outside interference
（原创）D. They can also deal with on-court pressure.
（原创）E. The game Horse is a good choice
（原创）F. Team spirit matters in sports
（原创）G. Daily practice brings great changes
第二部分 语言运用（共两节）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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。
The Boston Marathon is one of the most tough races in the world. Every year, competitors take on the 26.2-mile course for ____21____ their personal best. They train hard to____22____themselves to finish faster than ever before.
During this year’s race, a young runner named Ajay was close to the finish line when his legs suddenly ____23____. He fell again and again, too exhausted to go on.
Dozens of runners passed him. Then a runner stopped his own sprint to help. “Natural ____24____ made me go over to him,” he said. Another runner had seen Ajay collapse but felt too tired to help alone. He told himself, “If someone ____25____, I’ll stop too.” When the first runner did so, the second also pulled up. The two ____26___ lifted Ajay and staggered to the finish line together. Ajay later said, “To stop and help when they were feeling the same ____27____ says so much about them.” One runner’s selflessness ____28____ the other to help. They finished with slower times, yet they ran their personal bests in spirit. This story ____29____ us that sportsmanship is about perseverance and the ____30____ to overcome difficulties. Sometimes the greatest victory is not ____31____ your opponents, but helping others.
The marathon has seen many ____32____ moments. For Ajay, a ____33____ turned into a lesson about kindness. The two strangers proved that even when you are ____34____ your own limits, you can still reach out. A personal best can be measured not only by the clock but by the ____35____ we show to one another. As the Olympic motto goes, “Faster, higher, stronger — together.” Indeed, the spirit of the marathon lies in the truth that no one achieves greatness alone.
21.（原创） A. abandoning B. quitting C. pursuing D. suspecting
22.（原创）A.spare B. seize C.spend D.spur
23.（原创）A. gave way B. paid off C. carried on D. stood firm
24.（原创）A. teamwork B. instinct C. expectation D. surgery
25.（原创）A. bursts out B.heads out C. turns out D. steps in
26.（原创）A. vividly B. jointly C. sharply D. fiercely
27.（原创）A. excitement B. exhaustion C. passion D. mood
28.（原创）A. shocked B. reminded C. inspired D. ordered
29.（原创）A. convinces B.informs C. reflects D. proves
30.（原创）A.expectation B. cooperation C. honour D. wisdom
31.（原创）A. defeating B. hitting C. opposing D.challenging
32.（原创）A. muddy B. steely C. remarkable D. casual
33.（原创）A. setback B. mistake C. crisis D. victory
34.（原创）A. beyond B. past C. over D. above
35.（原创）A. sympathy B. kindness C. respect D. trust
第二节（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20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。
Chinese swimmer Jiang Yuyan, a 20-year-old from Zhejiang Province, won the Laureus World Sports Awards' Disability Athlete of the Year in April 2025.
____36____ (attain) this glorious honour made her the first Chinese athlete ____37____ (accomplish) such a remarkable feat. Over the past few years, Jiang ____38____ (seize) countless chances and claimed seven gold medals. Her achievements are ____39____ far cry from those of ordinary athletes. “To anyone ____40____ feels held back by misfortune, I want to say: Don't let anyone, even ____41____ (you) , set boundaries while chasing dreams day in and day out,” Jiang said in her acceptance speech.
When she was three, a serious accident made her lose her right arm and right leg.____42____ it was persistent training that truly shaped her character. In the pool, she could move ____43____ (flexible) and adjust her own pace freely. Jiang’s story proves that steady struggle always ____44____ (pay) off. We should never give up regardless of all kinds of ____45____ (hard) we come across.
36-45均为原创参考答案
第一部分 阅读理解
第一节 阅读理解
1.B 2.B 3.C 4.C 5.A 6.B 7.D8.B 9.D 10.C 11.A 12.B 13.C 14.B 15.D
第二节 七选五 篮球技能提升
标准答案：16.G 17.B 18.C 19.D 20.E
第二部分 语言运用
第一节 完形填空 波士顿马拉松互助精神
标准答案：21.C 22.D23.A 24.B 25.D 26.B 27.B 28.C 29.D30.C 31.C 32.C 33.A 34.A 35.B
第二节 语法填空 残奥运动员蒋裕燕
标准答案：36.Attaining 37.to accomplish 38.has seized 39.a 40.who 41.yourself 42.But 43.flexibly 44.pays 45.hardships

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