2022-2023學(xué)年廣東省惠州市博羅縣高二（上）期中英語試卷

第一部分 閱讀（共兩節(jié)，滿分37.5分）第一節(jié)（共4小題； 每小題2.5分，滿分37.5分）閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項(xiàng)中選出最佳選項(xiàng)。

• 1．The protected lands of the National Parks are some of the most amazing destinations within the United States to view 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 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.
  Yellowstone National Park，WY
     Yellowstone National Park is the nation's 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 National Seashore，NC
     Located on North Carolina's 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 shells，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，hiking，camping，backpacking，boating and more.The best time of year to visit is the early summer.
  
  （1）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.
  （2）Which national park has the longest history in America？

  
  A．Olympic National Park.
  B．Yellowstone National Park.
  C．Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
  D．Glacier National Park.
  （3）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 same island.
  D．Both provide windsurfing.
  組卷：3引用：1難度：0.7

  解析

• 2．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 （難民） pupils.Keishia Thorpe，an English teacher in Maryland，was selected from more than 8，000 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，the 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 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 person 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 I'm here，so I intend to use that to promote them and create a better future for them."
     Organized 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.
  
  （1）How do Thorpe's redesigned courses influence her 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.
  （2）What can be learned about the Global Teacher Prize？

  
  A．It contributes much to college education.
  B．It favors low-income immigrant teachers.
  C．It targets teachers with huge contributions.
  D．It encourages reforms in English teaching.
  （3）Which of the following words best describes Thorpe？

  
  A．Selfless and professional.
  B．Caring and devoted.
  C．a(chǎn)cademic and considerate.
  D．Talented and ambitious.
  （4）What 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
  組卷：1引用：2難度：0.6

  解析

• 3．The meaning of silence varies among cultural groups.Silences may be thoughtful，or they 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（間隙） with conversation.Persons in other cultural groups value silence and view it as necessary for understanding a person's needs.
     Many Native Americans value silence and feel it is a basic part of communicating among people，just as some traditional Chinese and Thai persons do.Therefore，when a person from one of these cultures is speaking and suddenly stops，what may be implied（暗示） is that the person wants the listener to consider what has been said before contjye.aiujye.aig.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 people with different amounts of power.For example，Russian，F(xiàn)rench，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 arguing 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 may be experiencing.Nurses should recognize their own personal and cultural construction of silence so that a patient's silence is not interrupted too early or allowed to go on unnecessarily.A nurse who understands the healing（治愈） value of silence can use this understanding to assist in the care of patients from their own and from other cultures.
  
  （1）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 content-based.
  （2）Which of the following people might regard silence as a call for careful thought？

  
  A．The Chinese.
  B．The French.
  C．The Mexicans.
  D．The Russians.
  （3）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.
  （4）What may be the best title for 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
  組卷：9引用：6難度：0.5

  解析

• 4．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 of drones （無人機(jī)）for light shows，though.
     Ollie Howitt，a leader of Sky Magic，which used a team of 300 drones to create a display for London's new year celebration last year，said the demand had increased dramatically. "We do think it's going to be something ever-eye catching rather than being a short-lived sort of fashion people have suddenly got interested in.Drones are reusable and there's no fallout.In that sense，they're 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. "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 downsides. "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，it's important for their effects to be fully considered and measures taken to minimize the chance of accidents." they said.
     Some express the opinion that the use of fireworks and drones don't conflict with each ojye.air.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 don't really see it as a one-replacing-the-other at all.We feel as if it's 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.
  
  （1）What does Howitt think about a drone display in paragraph 2？

  
  A．It's definitely an upward trend.
  B．It'll get us to reflect on energy crisis.
  C．It's nothing but a temporary phenomenon.
  D．It'll excite the public curiosity about science.
  （2）Which of the following may Howitt suggest according to the last paragraph？

  
  A．Promoting the production of drones.
  B．Diversifying the functions of drones.
  C．Prohibiting the displays of fireworks.
  D．Staging drone shows as an alternative.
  （3）What does the underlined word "downsides" in paragraph 4 mean？

  
  A．Prospect.
  B．Puzzles.
  C．Weaknesses.
  D．Benefits.
  （4）In which section of a website can we read this text？

  
  A．Advertisement.
  B．Business.
  C．Entertainment.
  D．Environment.
  組卷：2引用：1難度：0.5

  解析

第二節(jié)（共1小題；每小題2.5分，滿分12.5分）閱讀下面短文，從短文后的選項(xiàng)中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)。選項(xiàng)中有兩項(xiàng)為多余選項(xiàng)。

• 5．Your children are watching you.（1）

  According to the Health Program，developing healthy habits is an important part for your children.And when it comes to developing healthy habits，parents influence their children more than anyone else.
     （2）

  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.（3）

  As parents，you should do 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 in appropriate terms and at a proper time.（4）

  
     （5）

  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 also arrange the time for your children wisely.
  
  A.Don't get rid of technology，but use it wisely.
  B.Take part in physical activities and exercise regularly.
  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.This can be helpful to teach your children to form good eating habits.
  F.It's 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.
  組卷：0引用：1難度：0.5

  解析

第二部分 語言運(yùn)用（共四節(jié)，滿分15分）第一節(jié) （共1小題；每小題15分，滿分15分）閱讀下面短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項(xiàng)中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)。

• 6．Michael Platt，an entrepreneurial（創(chuàng)業(yè)的）teen in Washington DC，owns and（1）

  his own bakery business.Young Michael Platt is the proud owner of Michael's Desserts.
     Diagnosed with epilepsy（癲癇） at age 9，he（2）

  to cut back his involvement in sports by his doctor，and born with a（n）（3）

  love for sweets，he decided to change his（4）

  for baking into a business when he turned 11.However，this is not just a（n）（5）

  bakery business.It operates on a one-for-one（6）

  Model——for every cupcake sold he gives one to the homeless.（7）

  running his 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（8）

  in society."
     "I knew that I wanted to（9）

  a business，but I knew I didn't just want to make（10）

  —— I also wanted to help people in need at the same time，" he told the Washington Post.His business（11）

  creates new baked goods，which include popular cookies and cupcakes，and cupcakes have great（12）

  for the customers.
     Adrienne Allen，one of his（13）

  who often buys cupcakes，says that Michael's cupcakes are not only delicious，but also have（14）

  her to "provide everyone with sweetness".
     It is Michael's simple act that gives hope to those who he（15）

  . "That's why I give away cupcakes，" he says， "and I hope to scale my business and feed even more people."
     Let's make the world a better place，one cupcake at a time like Michael.
  
  

  （1）	A．makes	B．increases	C．runs	D．evaluates
  （2）	A．was advised	B．was asked	C．was encouraged	D．was persuaded
  （3）	A．occasional	B．critical	C．a(chǎn)bnormal	D．incredible
  （4）	A．mind	B．passion	C．decision	D．a(chǎn)ppetite
  （5）	A．difficult	B．strange	C．special	D．ordinary
  （6）	A．role	B．donation	C．fashion	D．nation
  （7）	A．Rather than	B．Because of	C．Regardless of	D．Apart from
  （8）	A．life	B．contribution	C．difference	D．change
  （9）	A．set up	B．break up	C．make up	D．bring up
  （10）	A．history	B．contact	C．money	D．progress
  （11）	A．a(chǎn)pparently	B．constantly	C．potentially	D．rarely
  （12）	A．a(chǎn)ppeal	B．sympathy	C．preference	D．respect
  （13）	A．classmates	B．customers	C．relatives	D．colleagues
  （14）	A．inspired	B．permitted	C．desired	D．caused
  （15）	A．saved	B．spotted	C．detected	D．helped
  組卷：6引用：5難度：0.3

  解析

第二節(jié)（共1小題；每小題1.5分，滿分15分）閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當(dāng)?shù)膯卧~或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。

• 7．The Badlands National Park，one of the most popular attractions in western South Dakota，contains one of the world's richest fossil（1）

  （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（2）

  （detect） water.Ancient horses，turtles，and hornless rhinos once（3）

  （live） here.Nowadays，the park is mainly home（4）

  mammals like big horn sheep，antelopes，and deer，（5）

  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 world's（6）

  （rare） mammals.
      Visitors can enjoy hiking on eight routes from 400 meters to 160 kilometers long and（7）

  （camp） at Cedar Pass Campground with attractive scenic views.Badlands National Park has no formal reservation system，but visitors ought to obey some rules.Firstly，apply for（8）

  pass ahead of time.Maps are（9）

  （strong） recommended and are available for purchase in the Badlands bookstore.Besides，campfires（10）

  （ban） under any circumstances.Finally，remember to take away all garbage，including toilet paper，and all human waste must be buried in a small hole 6 inches deep and a minimum of 200 feet from any water source.
  組卷：1引用：1難度：0.5

  解析

第四節(jié) （共30空；每空1分，滿分30分）根據(jù)中文提示，補(bǔ)全下面的句子。

• 21．昨天晚上，是安的丈夫帶她去了附近的一家醫(yī)院。
   

  Ann's husband

  took her to a nearby hospital last night.
  組卷：2引用：1難度：0.5

  解析

第三部分 讀后續(xù)寫（滿分25分）閱讀下面材料， 根據(jù)其內(nèi)容和所給段落開頭語續(xù)寫兩段， 使之構(gòu)成一篇完整的短文。

• 22．Violet and Tilly were two sisters.Tilly was so stuck with her sister that she always followed her elder sister，Violet，everywhere.For example，when Violet was painting，she would paint by her side.Every time，Violet looked at her angrily.Couldn't she find her own thing to do？This time，it was Tilly's first week at gymnastics，while Violet had done gymnastics for the past two years.
      Violet sat on the gym floor，waiting for her turn to do somersaults（翻筋斗）.She frowned at her little sister across the room.Why couldn't Tilly always find her own thing to do？ "Violet，you're up!" called Violet's instructor，Miss Taylor.Violet came over and pushed off with her legs and straightened her arms.She did one，two，three somersaults.Miss Taylor clapped. "Perfect!"
      Violet noticed that Tilly had stepped away from the younger group to watch Violet's somersaults. "Tilly!" called Tilly's instructor，Miss Brooke，from across the room.Tilly didn't seem to hear.Not until she was called three times did she run back to her group. " Your turn to do somersaults. " Miss Brooke put an arm around her.Tilly walked to the mat with her face turning red like a tomato.She bent down to start a somersault.When she rolled，she fell heavily on the mat.Kids laughed in surprise at the noise.
      Tilly stood uncomfortably and then ran towards the restroom.She was gone from the gym，as Violet had wanted.But it didn't feel right.After telling Miss Taylor where she was going，Violet hurried to the restroom.She found Tilly crying hard.Violet put an arm around her sister.Seeing Violet，Tilly cried even harder.Tilly sniffed "I don't want to do gymnastics any more." She wiped away the tears with the back of her hand.This was Violet's chance.If she said nothing to her sister，Tilly might quit gymnastics forever.
  注意：
  1.續(xù)寫詞數(shù)應(yīng)為150左右；
  2.請按如下格式在答題卡的相應(yīng)位置作答。
  
  Paragraph 1：
      But Violet knew how excited Tilly had been about joining in gymnastics._________
  Paragraph2：
      Seeing a smile on Tilly's face，Violet said， "What about giving it another try？" _________
  組卷：3引用：5難度：0.3

  解析