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2019-2022学年高二下学期英语期末试卷汇编
阅读理解
山东省枣庄市2021-2022学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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
Do you want to be able to get around in a new country for a week or two Do you need to be able to talk with new friends or family members in their native languages Or are you required to master a language enough to work full time in a foreign country Well, MUAMA Enence is able to deliver all those things and a lot more!
MUAMA Enence is an instant translator created by two famous Japanese inventors. It can easily translate real-time speech and transform you into an able-communicator instantly using only a few finger-taps.
Comfortable & Easy to Use
With its lightweight design and small size, MUAMA Enence is easy to carry around in any pocket or bag and is right there when needed. Hence the name “handheld voice translator” that you will want to use every day!
Fair and Reasonable Price
MUAMA Enence is inexpensive. An experienced professional translator or interpreter can be costly, and you need to pay more than once. MUAMA Enence requires just a one-off payment for a huge selection of languages.
Perfect Sound Quality & Multi-Language Support
It is comfortable to use in crowded places as the sound is loud enough to be heard clearly. Its built-in advanced technology can support a 2-way language translation and so it supports over 40 languages. Moreover a text translation is also available.
1. What do you know about MUAMA Enence
A. It’s a human translator. B. It’s useful for overseas travelers.
C. It’s a language learning machine. D. It’s too costly for regular customers.
2. What makes MUAMA Enence get its name “handheld” voice translator
A. Perfect sound quality. B. Translating real-time speech.
C. Supporting over 40 languages. D. Lightweight and small size.
3. What type of writing is the text
A. An advertisement. B. A user guide.
C. A research paper. D. A news report.
B
On Nov. 7, 2020, Chris Nikic did something incredible. He became the first person with Down syndrome (唐氏综合症) to complete one of the toughest athletic competitions in the world—the Ironman triathlon.
Nikic started the triathlon just before 6 a, m. on Nov. 7, entering the water in Panama City, Florida, for his swim. During the biking section his bike crashed and he skinned his knee. And during a water break, he was bitten by fire ants. But he never gave up. He finished the triathlon in 16 hours, 46 minutes and 9 seconds with just 14 minutes to spare before the cut-off time.
For two years, Nikic trained for the event, using a strategy he developed with his father which they call the “1% better each day principle.” Every day, Nikic and his father would strive to become one percent better. Nikic’s father said it works well for “a young man with Down syndrome.” On his website, Nikic outlines six strategies that helped him achieve his goal of completing the Ironman triathlon: Health (body), health (mind), friends (soul), focus on the positive, help someone else and pass it on.
Nikic originally started exercising in order to recover from ear surgery and get in shape. Now he has other goals: to live independently and one day have a big house and a nice car and to get married.
Training for the Ironman triathlon has helped make his dream come true. In fact, he recently bought a white Chevy and has been offered speaking gigs that may enable him to save up enough money to buy a house.
His next goals are to learn how to drive and he has been invited to compete in the US Special Olympics in 2022.
4 How did Chris Nikic perform in the triathlon
A. He won the first place. B. He had to give up halfway.
C He held on to the last. D. He finished at the cut-off time.
5. How did “1% better each day principle” affect Nikic
A. He could live a normal life. B. He made progress day by day.
C. He recovered from ear surgery. D. He got in shape eventually.
6. Which word can best describe Nikic
A. Unfortunate. B. Lucky. C. Strong willed. D. Talkative.
7. What can we learn from Nikic’s story
A. Life has ups and downs. B. All is well that ends well.
C. Hardship is the best training. D. It is never too late to change.
C
Fatigue can actually be considered a kind of poisoning. When a muscle in our body works, it produces lactic acid. If we remove the lactic acid from a tired muscle, it is able to start working again at once!
There are other substances the body produces in the course of muscular activity. These are known as “fatigue toxins.” The blood carries these through the body, so that the muscle itself, and especially the brain feels tired.
Scientists have conducted interesting experiments on fatigue. If a dog is made to work until it is exhausted and falls asleep, and its blood is then transfused into another dog, the second dog will instantly become “tired” and fall asleep! If the blood of a wide awake dog is transfused into a tired sleeping dog, the latter will wake up at once, no longer tired!
But fatigue is not just a chemical process, it is also a biological process. We cannot just “remove” fatigue; we must allow the cells of the body to rest. Damages must be repaired, nerve cells of the brain must be “recharged,” and the joints of the body must replace used up lubricants. Sleep will always be necessary as a way of restoring our body’s energy after fatigue.
Very often, the best way to make a tired body part feel fresh again is to make other parts of the body active! We can actually rest by means of activity. Activity increases the respiration (呼吸). The blood circulates faster, the glands are more active, and the waste products are eliminated from the tired part of the body. But, if you are totally exhausted, the best thing to do is sleep!
8. What does the underlined word “it” refer to in the first paragraph
A. Fatigue. B. Lactic acid. C. The body. D. The tired muscle.
9. What does the author want to show by telling the experiments
A. Fatigue is a chemical process. B. Fatigue makes a dog sleepy.
C. Sleep can reduce fatigue. D. We cannot remove fatigue.
10. What might refresh yourself after a tiring walk
A. Having a blood transfusion. B. Doing upper limb movements.
C. Drinking plenty of water. D. Playing a football game.
11. In which part of a newspaper might you find this text
A. Entertainment. B. Health. C. Fashion. D. Sports.
D
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people in lockdown felt lonely and bored. “There is a loneliness epidemic,” said John Dattilo, a professor at Pennsylvania State University.
Together with an international team of researchers, Dattilo studied how to reduce loneliness and increase positive feelings during the pandemic. According to their new study, reducing loneliness has something to do with doing enjoyable activities that require both concentration and skill. “When people are absorbed in what they are doing, they enter a state called FLOW,” Dattilo explained. “Flow can be achieved by doing activities that we value and that require us to concentrate fully to use our skills.”
To achieve a state of flow, there must be a balance between the challenge of the task and your skill level. For example, if you’re trying to create a complex computer program but your skill level is low, then you’re likely to feel stressed instead of achieving flow. On the contrary, if the task is too easy, then boredom will set in and flow will not appear, either. If you have artistic skills, for example, playing the piano or painting can lead to flow. So can things like skiing, writing and storytelling, depending on who you are.
“When we enter a state of flow, we become absorbed and focused, and we experience momentary enjoyment,” Dattilo said. “When we leave a state of flow, we are often surprised by how much time has passed.” However, watching television usually doesn’t help people enter flow, according to Dattilo, because there aren’t any challenges.
“Loneliness is very connected to our health,” Dattilo explained. “Psychological, emotional, and cognitive health are all challenged when people are lonely. Loneliness is associated with depression and other mental health challenges. People tend to thrive on healthy activities and challenge,” said Dattilo. “We hope this research will help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives.”
12. What is the purpose of the research
A. To study how to reduce loneliness. B. To fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
C. To treat some mental illnesses. D. To help people live a normal life.
13. What is a key point of the state of flow
A. Enjoyment. B. Relaxation. C. Concentration. D. Loneliness.
14. Which of the following can help a student get into a state of flow
A. Doing housework. B. Chatting online.
C. Watching television. D. Composing a story.
15. What do the underlined words “thrive on” mean in the last paragraph
A. Enjoy. B. Grow. C. Avoid. D. Balance.
山东省枣庄市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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
The COVID -19 pandemic has affected all aspects of life, including the way we travel. But for those who are looking to expand their horizons while still staying safe, the following three travel trends in 2021 may provide inspirations. Let’s take a look.
Staycation
With many travel restrictions during the pandemic, people preferred traveling to nearby places in 2020. This trend continues in 2021. According to search data, 62 percent of people are interested in taking a vacation within driving distance of home. People who live in large cities want to get back in touch with nature. Travelers are looking for places different from their everyday accommodations, for example, farm stays, villas and cottages.
Pod travel
While 2020 saw a rise in solo travel and isolated adventures, 2021 shows that people want to be more connected. “Pod travel”, or gathering in isolated spaces with loved ones, is growing in popularity. 85 percent of survey respondents favor traveling with family or friends, and over half of the trips searched include three or more people. Pod travel is here to stay for those who want to safely be together while reducing risks associated with socializing with others.
Remote working and traveling
Many people worked and learned from home in 2020 because of the pandemic. Remote working blurs the line between working and traveling. There was a 128 percent increase in the mention of phrases such as “relocation”, “relocate”, “remote work” and “trying a new neighborhood”. People are actively booking longer stays (e. g. two plus week trips) in small to mid—size cities with access to immersive natural surroundings and wide—open spaces.
21. What can we learn about Staycation
A. Travelling to the countryside. B. Taking an isolated adventure.
C. Having holidays in nearby places. D. Staying indoors all by oneself.
22. What’s special about Pod travel
A. Traveling alone. B. Traveling far away.
C. Traveling while working. D. Traveling with loved ones.
23. Where might we find the text in a magazine
A. Medicine. B. Education. C. Tourism D. Career.
B
Last summer, I spent four months working in France, where the company I was working for put me up in a house that didn’t have Wi-Fi. I wasn’t looking forward to it.
I soon discovered, however, that living in a house without Wi-Fi was easier than I expected.
Contact between my friends and family was significantly reduced to the odd text message here and there. I couldn’t enjoy my usual web browsing on BBC iPlayer, social media sites, keeping up to date with the news, or even wanting to know the opening hours of shops in the new area I was in.
I didn’t, however, spend a full four months without connecting to a Wi-Fi network. It was only a five minute walk to the reception where I could connect for free and spend as much time online as I wanted to at my own leisure. It made me think , though , how unnecessary it can be , how unnecessarily we rely on it—how we perhaps rely on it too much. As a person, I was more sociable. I spent more time with my housemates instead of hiding behind a computer screen. I did other things that I wouldn’t necessarily have done if I could have browsed the web at my leisure. I read more, I cooked meals for my friends, and I even tidied up more often. Dare I say it; I learned how to live without Wi-Fi. Dare I say it; I found it was easier than I had imagined.
24. What was the writer’s first feeling when finding her house had no Wi-Fi
A. Unexpected. B. Angry. C. Shocked. D. Depressed.
25. How did the writer keep in touch with her friends and family without Wi-Fi
A. By writing regularly. B. By text message.
C. By video calls. D. By telegram.
26. What was the writer’s life like without Wi-Fi
A. Dull. B. Lonely. C. Active. D. Relaxing.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. A life without Wi-Fi B. Different views on the Internet
C. The disadvantages of Wi-Fi D. How to use the Internet
C
Novels written and read on mobile telephones have been in fashion in Japan for six years now. Most of these stories deal with romance and are especially trendy among high school girls. But people who harbor the stereotype that love stories belong to the feminine realm might be surprised to hear that the first mobile romance, Deep Love, was written by a man who goes by the pen name “Yoshi”. In 2001, Yoshi distributed leaflets advertising his debut in Shibuya, Tokyo’s entertainment district, and a trend was born.
The typical mobile novel is 200 to 500 pages long and can be downloaded for about $ 10. Each website—like page contains about 500 Japanese characters. Recently, mobile novelists have been trying to reach a wider audience by venturing into other genres such as horror and science fiction. But perhaps the feature that appeals the most to young fans is the interactive nature of the mobile novels. Readers can send feedback and participate in shaping the story. Even teachers and parents are enthusiastic about this new trend that encourages kids to read.
There is considerable disagreement amongst officials in the publishing industry whether these novels are here to stay or just a passing trend. Some critics of the novels say they reach a small minority of readers who likely do not read much anyway.
28. What does the underlined word “harbor” mean in the first paragraph
A. abandon B. hold C. change D. criticize
29. What can we learn about Deep Love
A. It was written by a female.
B. It first appeared in print.
C. It stared the trend of mobile novels.
D. It was based on a true story.
30. Why are the mobile novels popular among young people
A. They vary in length. B. They are free to download.
C. Teachers push them to read. D. Readers can help in creation.
31. What might be the mobile novel s future like
A. Promising. B. Uncertain. C. Unfavourable. D. Hopeless.
D
Tofu is known to have been a commonly consumed food in China by the second century B. C. Although the varieties of tofu produced in ancient times may not have been identical to those of today, descriptions from writings and poetry of the Song and Yuan Dynasties show that the technique for the production of tofu had already been standardized by that time.
In China, tofu is traditionally presented as a food offering when visiting the graves of de ceased relatives. According to tradition, tofu is the only food soft enough for the spirits (or ghosts), who have long ago lost their chins and jaws, to eat. Before refrigeration was available in China, tofu was often sold only during the winter time. During the warmer months, leftover tofu would be spoiled if not consumed within a day.
Tofu and its production technique were introduced into Japan in the Nara period (late 8th century) as well as to other parts of East Asia. The earliest documented record of tofu in Japan shows that the dish was served as an offering at the Kasuga Shrine in Nara in 1183. The rise in acceptance of tofu may have coincided with the rise of Buddhism , as tofu is an important source of protein in a vegetarian (素食者）diet. The book Tofu Hyakuchin, published during the Edo period, lists 100 recipes for cooking tofu.
Tofu has become a staple in many countries, including Vietnam, Thailand, and Korea, with subtle regional variations in methods of production, texture, flavor, and usage.
32. Which remains not much changed about Tofu since ancient times
A. Its varieties. B. The storage method.
C. The recipes for cooking. D. The method of production.
33. Why is tofu presented as a food offering for the dead ones
A. It is soft. B. It is delicious.
C. It is nutritious. D. It doesn’t spoil easily.
34. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The origin of Tofu. B. The spread of Tofu.
C. The history of Tofu. D. Historical records of Tofu.
35. What has made tofu well accepted by Buddhists
A. It is low in protein. B. It has a distinct flavor.
C. It can be used as a sacrifice. D. It contains no animal meat.
山东省枣庄市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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
Zhou Zhaoyan is just 6 years of age, but she has touched the hearts of Internet users worldwide, many of whom are still living amid COVID-19 restrictions.
Since her parents started to post her performances on video—sharing platform YouTube in early March, her account Miumiu Guitargirl has attracted more than 157,000 fans.
The video of her singing Fly Me to the Moon, written by Bart Howard, while playing guitar received over 5 million hits on the platform. In her version of the classic song, Hotel California, by the Eagles, she is seen singing, playing guitar, electric guitar, bass, drums and maracas. With over 1. 8 million hits, it’s been described by viewers as the “cutest version” of the song. Followers send best wishes online to the “talented angel”.
Some singers, bands and celebrities from home and abroad also reposted her videos on their social media. The American instrumental guitarist Nei ZaZa reposted the girl’s cover of his guitar music I’m Alright on the Facebook, and commented: “6 years old! They get younger and younger!”
The girl has covered both Chinese and English songs. The most difficult is I Wish You Love, which was sung by bossa nova singer Lisa Ono. It took about three weeks to master the guitar—playing and singing, her father says, adding that as many people like the girl’s music, she’s more confident about herself and wants to learn more.
“I’m glad that many people like my music. I know some of them will watch it over and over. I feel very warm-hearted,” says Zhaoyan from Nanjing, Jiansu Province, who learned guitar from the age of 3 from her father, a guitar teacher.
In late February, her parents started to post short videos of her playing guitar on the Chinese video—sharing platform Bilibili. At that particular time, Zhaoyan was practicing guitar about five hours a day, as the family were confined to their home due to the pandemic.
21. What has made Zhaoyan popular worldwide
A. Her covers of the classic songs.
B. Her musical talent shows online.
C. Her skills in playing the guitar.
D. Her efforts to help COVID-19 patients.
22. What did Nei ZaZa thinks of the girl’s cover of his music
A. It was great for so young a girl.
B. She still had a long way to go.
C. She did better than he himself.
D. She has potential to be a super star.
23. How does Zhou feel about her own popularity
A. Unexpected. D. Indifferent. C. Encouraged. D. Overjoyed.
B
Find a balance between the heart and mind
Sense and sensibility was written by British author Jane Austen. It shows two sisters’ love experiences and their complicated marriages. The novel offers the contrast between sense and sensibility in a humorous way.
The elder sister, Elinor Dashwood, is the perfect representation of sense. She always refrains from expressing her emotions, even when she finds out that Edward, her lover, was engaged to another woman. Meanwhile, Marianne Dashwood is the perfect representation of sensibility. She is idealistic. When she is confronted with the nonchalance (冷漠) of her lover John Willoughby, Marianne is greatly annoyed.
Besides the themes of sense and sensibility, the novel also depicts the status of women in that era. Elinor and Marianne used to live with their parents. But, when their father passes away, the family’s property is passed down to their father’s son born out of wedlock (私生的). The sisters and their mother don’t have money and have to rely on their distant relative.
Due to their poor status, Willoughby, Marianne’s former lover, eventually marries a woman who does not have as much taste or elegance but who is rich.
The author showed readers the importance of money rather romance in this era. Marriages often depend on the financial situations of either side.
As the story evolves, Elinor and Marianne learn from each other. Marianne learns more self-restraint, and she marries her long-time admirer Colonel Brandon. Elinor is finally able to better express her emotions, and gets married with her lover Edward.
Through their parallel experience of love loss, the sisters learn that sense must mix with sensibility if they are to find personal happiness in a society where status and money govern the rules of love.
24. What is the theme of the novel Sense and Sensibility
A. Sense should mix with sensibility.
B. Status and money govern marriages.
C. Real love is never a selfish emotion.
D. There is no true love in the real world.
25. What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The sisters’ family background.
B. The loss of Dashwood’s property.
C. The rules of love in Austin’s era.
D. Women’s social position in Austin’s era.
26. Which of the following is true according to the text
A. Edward gets married to a rich woman.
B. Colonel Brandon admires Elinor at first.
C. Finally Elinor finds her true happiness.
D. Marianne marries Willoughby in the end.
27. What type of writing is the text
A. A news report. B. A book review. C. A biography. D. A movie poster.
C
The Earth is facing a climate crisis, but it’s also getting greener. According to a new research, the rise is largely because of China and India. A study by NASA, based on extensive satellite imagery, has revealed that the two countries with the world’s biggest populations are also responsible for the largest increase in green plants.
A third of the leaf increase is attributable to China and India, due to major tree planting projects as well as a vast increase in agriculture. “China and India account for one-third of the greening, but contain only 9% of the planet’s land area covered in vegetation (植被)—a surprising finding, considering the large populations in the countries need much land,” Chi Chen, the study’s lead author said in a statement.
Between 2000 and 2017, a NASA sensor gathered data of the Earth’s surface from aboard two satellites, the Terra and the Aqua. Using the data, researchers discovered that China is the source of a quarter of the increase in green leaf area, despite possessing only 6. 6% of the world’s vegetated area. Forests account for 42% of that increase, while croplands make up a further 32%. China’s increase in forest area is the result of forest conservation and expansion programs, established to combat the impacts of climate change and air pollution.
Rama Nemani, a researcher at NASA’s Ames Research Center, said in a statement, “When the greening of the Earth was first observed, we thought it was due to a warmer, wetter climate from the added carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, leading to more leaf growth in northern forests, for instance. Now, with the data, we see that humans are also contributing,” Nemani said. “This will help scientists make better predictions about the behavior of different Earth systems, which will help countries make better decisions about how and when to take action. ”
28. What’s the text mainly about
A. The climate crisis the Earth is facing.
B. A solution to global climate warming.
C. Actions taken to fight against air pollution.
D. China and India’s contributions to global greening.
29. Why is the finding considered surprising for China and India
A. They need much land for agriculture.
B. They are greatly polluted countries.
C. They are rich in natural resources.
D. They both face a serious food crisis.
30. What percentage does China make up of the total green leaf growth
A. 6. 6%. B. 25%. C. 33%. D. 42%.
31. What did Rama Nemani’s want to emphasize
A. The scientists made a wrong prediction.
B. Climate is a critical factor in leaf growth.
C. Human efforts cannot be ignored.
D. It is never too late to take actions.
D
The Scandinavian languages consist of Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Icelandic and Faroese. Danish is closely related to other Scandinavian languages such as Swedish and Norwegian. In fact, they are so similar that a Dane, a Swede, and a Norwegian can all have a conversation while each person is speaking his or her own language. You might wonder why, if the three languages are mutually understandable, they aren’t considered a single language.
Well, language isn’t only about communication; it’s an important part of a nation’s cultural and political identity. For centuries, Denmark, Sweden and Norway have worked to maintain separate identities, and having distinct languages helps. Besides, communication between the three languages isn’t easy; speakers have to work hard to understand each other.
In medieval times, Sweden was under Denmark’s control, and Danish was the language of government. When Sweden became independent in 1523, its officials decided to establish its own writing conventions, changing the spelling of words to reflect Swedish pronunciation and changing the alphabet to make it look less Danish. Soon after these changes were complete, the Bible was translated into Swedish. The Bible made the new Swedish more official, and the differences between written Danish and Swedish were solidified.
Spoken Swedish sounds pretty similar to Danish. The problem is that the two languages have rather different vocabularies. For example, pocket is lomme in Danish, but ficka in Swedish. Also, some words that sound similar have different meanings. The word frokost means lunch in Danish, but Swedish frukost, which sounds almost the same, means breakfast. This kind of difference is pretty common and can cause a lot of misunderstandings.
Norway was under Danish control for 400 years, until 1814. During this time, all official documents were written in Danish, and written Norwegian entirely died out. As a result, contemporary Norwegian looks very similar to Danish. The two languages also have similar vocabularies, although Norwegian pronunciation can be very different.
The relationship between the languages can be seen in a vast number of cognates, words that are similar in different languages.
32. What did Sweden and Norway do to maintain their cultural and political identities
A. To have their own languages.
B. To keep exchanges with Denmark.
C. To copy the Danish language.
D. To create a lot of new words.
33. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. How Sweden won its independence.
B. Why Sweden created a new language.
C. Why the Bible was important to Swedish.
D. How Sweden established its writing system.
34. Which of the following words means “breakfast” in Swedish
A. ficka B. lomme C. frokost D. frukost
35. Which will a Norwegian find easier to learn according to the text
A. Danish pronunciation. B. Swedish vocabulary.
C. Danish vocabulary. D. Swedish pronunciation.
答案：
山东省枣庄市2021-2022学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文，文章主要介绍了一种即时翻译设备MUAMA Enence。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段首句“Do you want to be able to get around in a new country for a week or two (你想在一个陌生的国家四处转转一两个星期吗？)”和最后一句“Well, MUAMA Enence is able to deliver all those things and a lot more!(好吧，MUAMA Enence能够提供所有这些东西，以及更多！)”以及第二段中“It can easily translate real-time speech and transform you into an able-communicator instantly using only a few finger-taps.(它可以轻松地翻译实时语音，只需几下手指点击，就能把你瞬间变成一个优秀的沟通者)”可知，MUAMA Enence是一个实时翻译设备，对海外游客很有用。故选B项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Comfortable & Easy to Us部分中“With its lightweight design and small size, MUAMA Enence is easy to carry around in any pocket or bag and is right there when needed. Hence the name ‘handheld voice translator’ that you will want to use every day!(其轻巧的设计和小巧的体积，MUAMA Enence很容易用任何口袋或包携带，需要的时候就在那里。因此得名‘掌上语音翻译’，你会想要每天使用！)”可知，MUAMA Enence是因其重量轻和体积小而得名“掌上语音翻译”，故选D项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章内容，结合第一段中“Well, MUAMA Enence is able to deliver all those things and a lot more!(好吧，MUAMA Enence能够提供所有这些东西，以及更多！)”可知，文章主要介绍了一个即时翻译设备MUAMA Enence，包括其外观设计、价格和使用性能，所以本文是一篇广告。故选A项。
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. C 7. C
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了了2020年11月7日，第一个完成世界上最难的运动比赛之一——铁人三项的唐氏综合症患者克里斯·尼克奇。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段最后两句“But he never gave up. He finished the triathlon in 16 hours, 46 minutes and 9 seconds with just 14 minutes to spare before the cut-off time. (但他从未放弃。他以16小时46分9秒的成绩完成了三项全能比赛，离比赛截止时间只剩14分钟了。)”可知，尼克奇没有放弃，坚持到了最后，也完成了比赛。故选C项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段前三句“For two years, Nikic trained for the event, using a strategy he developed with his father which they call the ‘1% better each day principle.’ Every day, Nikic and his father would strive to become one percent better. Nikic’s father said it works well for ‘a young man with Down syndrome.’ (两年时间里，尼克奇一直在为这项赛事进行训练，他使用的是他和父亲一起制定的策略，他们称之为‘每天提高1%的原则’。每一天，尼克奇和他的父亲都会努力变得（比前一天）好百分之一。尼克奇的父亲说，它对‘一个患有唐氏综合症的年轻人’很有效。)”可知，这个“每天提高1%的原则”，对于尼克奇这个唐氏综合症患者的健康很有用，尼克奇每天都有进步。故选B项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段第一句“For two years, Nikic trained for the event, using a strategy he developed with his father which they call the ‘1% better each day principle.’ (两年时间里，尼克奇一直在为这项赛事进行训练，他使用的是他和父亲一起制定的策略，他们称之为‘每天提高1%的原则’。)”可知，为了赛事，坚持2年天天有进步，尼克奇是个有毅力的人。故选C项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“On Nov. 7, 2020, Chris Nikic did something incredible. He became the first person with Down syndrome (唐氏综合症) to complete one of the toughest athletic competitions in the world—the Ironman triathlon. (2020年11月7日，克里斯·尼克奇做了一件不可思议的事。 他成为了第一个完成世界上最难的运动比赛之一——铁人三项的唐氏综合症患者。)”，以及倒数第三段“Nikic originally started exercising in order to recover from ear surgery and get in shape. Now he has other goals: to live independently and one day have a big house and a nice car and to get married. (尼克奇最初开始锻炼是为了从耳部手术中恢复过来并保持体型。现在他有了其他的目标：独立生活，有一天拥有大房子和好车，然后结婚。)”，最后第二段“Training for the Ironman triathlon has helped make his dream come true. (参加铁人三项的训练帮助他实现了梦想。)”，最后一段“His next goals are to learn how to drive and he has been invited to compete in the US Special Olympics in 2022. (他的下一个目标是学习开车，他已经被邀请参加2022年美国特奥会。)”可知，饱受唐氏综合症困苦的尼克奇，本来参加锻炼只是为了锻炼身体，为了目标，迎难而上，不懈的努力促使他一路都有了梦想。A. Life has ups and downs. (人生有起有落。)；B. All is well that ends well. (结果好，就一切都好)；C. Hardship is the best training. (苦难是最好的训练) ；D. It is never too late to change. (改变永远不嫌晚。)。可知，C项最贴切本文内涵。故选C项。
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. B 11. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了疲劳事实上可以被视为一种中毒，人们可以通过活动来让疲惫的身体再次感到精力充沛，但是最好的办法是睡觉。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第一段“When a muscle in our body works, it produces lactic acid. If we remove the lactic acid from a tired muscle, it is able to start working again at once! (当我们体内肌肉工作时，它会产生乳酸。如果我们去除疲劳肌肉中的乳酸，它就能立即开始工作)”可知，当肌肉工作时，会产生乳酸，去除疲劳肌肉中的乳酸后，疲劳的肌肉就能立即开始工作，it指代的是疲劳的肌肉。故选D项。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“If a dog is made to work until it is exhausted and falls asleep, and its blood is then transfused into another dog, the second dog will instantly become “tired” and fall asleep! If the blood of a wide awake dog is transfused into a tired sleeping dog, the latter will wake up at once, no longer tired!(如果让一只狗一直工作到筋疲力尽并睡着，然后将它的血液输给另一只狗，第二只狗会立即“疲劳”并睡着！如果把一只完全清醒的狗的血输给一只疲惫的睡着的狗，后者会立刻醒来，不再疲倦)”以及第四段“But fatigue is not just a chemical process,(但疲劳不仅仅是一个化学过程)”可知，作者通过介绍实验是为了展示疲劳是一个化学过程。故选A项。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段“Very often, the best way to make a tired body part feel fresh again is to make other parts of the body active!(很多时候，让疲惫的身体部位再次感到精力充沛的最好方法是让身体的其他部位活跃起来！)”可知，走了一段路之后，活动身体的其他部位，即做上肢运动，可以使你恢复精神。故选B项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Fatigue can actually be considered a kind of poisoning.(疲劳实际上可以被视为一种中毒)”、第五段“Very often, the best way to make a tired body part feel fresh again is to make other parts of the body active!(很多时候，让疲惫的身体部位再次感到精力充沛的最好方法是让身体的其他部位活跃起来！)”以及“But, if you are totally exhausted, the best thing to do is sleep!(但是，如果你完全筋疲力尽，最好的办法就是睡觉！)”可知，本文主要介绍了疲劳事实上可以被视为一种中毒，人们可以通过活动来让疲惫的身体再次感到精力充沛，但是最好的办法是睡觉，推测文章可能出自报纸的健康部分。故选B项。
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了在新冠疫情期间，由于封控导致人们出现了孤独感，Dattilo和他的研究团队通过研究发现，做一些具有挑战性和技巧性的活动可以使人达到愉悦的境界，从而进入一种叫做“心流”的状态，减少孤独感。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Together with an international team of researchers, Dattilo studied how to reduce loneliness and increase positive feelings during the pandemic.(Dattilo与一个国际研究团队一起研究了疫情期间如何减少孤独感，增加积极情绪)”可知，这项研究的是研究如何减少孤独感。故选A项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Flow can be achieved by doing activities that we value and that require us to concentrate fully to use our skills. (心流以通过做我们重视的活动来实现，这些活动需要我们全神贯注地使用我们的技能)”可知，“心流”状态的关键是全神贯注。故选C项。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“If you have artistic skills, for example, playing the piano or painting can lead to flow. So can things like skiing, writing and storytelling, depending on who you are.(如果你有艺术技能，例如，弹钢琴或绘画可以导致心流。滑雪、写作和讲故事也可以，这取决于你是谁)”并结合选项可知，写故事可以帮助学生进入心流状态。故选D项。
【15题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线短语前一句“Loneliness is associated with depression and other mental health challenges.(孤独与抑郁和其他心理健康挑战有关)”可知，孤独可能导致消极的心理状态，结合划线短语后“healthy activities and challenge(健康的活动和挑战)”可知，人们应是倾向于享受健康的活动和挑战之中，thrive on意为“享受其中，以……为乐”。故选A项。
山东省枣庄市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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山东省枣庄市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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山东省枣庄市2021-2022学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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
Do you want to be able to get around in a new country for a week or two Do you need to be able to talk with new friends or family members in their native languages Or are you required to master a language enough to work full time in a foreign country Well, MUAMA Enence is able to deliver all those things and a lot more!
MUAMA Enence is an instant translator created by two famous Japanese inventors. It can easily translate real-time speech and transform you into an able-communicator instantly using only a few finger-taps.
Comfortable & Easy to Use
With its lightweight design and small size, MUAMA Enence is easy to carry around in any pocket or bag and is right there when needed. Hence the name “handheld voice translator” that you will want to use every day!
Fair and Reasonable Price
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Perfect Sound Quality & Multi-Language Support
It is comfortable to use in crowded places as the sound is loud enough to be heard clearly. Its built-in advanced technology can support a 2-way language translation and so it supports over 40 languages. Moreover a text translation is also available.
1. What do you know about MUAMA Enence
A. It’s a human translator. B. It’s useful for overseas travelers.
C. It’s a language learning machine. D. It’s too costly for regular customers.
2. What makes MUAMA Enence get its name “handheld” voice translator
A. Perfect sound quality. B. Translating real-time speech.
C. Supporting over 40 languages. D. Lightweight and small size.
3. What type of writing is the text
A. An advertisement. B. A user guide.
C. A research paper. D. A news report.
B
On Nov. 7, 2020, Chris Nikic did something incredible. He became the first person with Down syndrome (唐氏综合症) to complete one of the toughest athletic competitions in the world—the Ironman triathlon.
Nikic started the triathlon just before 6 a, m. on Nov. 7, entering the water in Panama City, Florida, for his swim. During the biking section his bike crashed and he skinned his knee. And during a water break, he was bitten by fire ants. But he never gave up. He finished the triathlon in 16 hours, 46 minutes and 9 seconds with just 14 minutes to spare before the cut-off time.
For two years, Nikic trained for the event, using a strategy he developed with his father which they call the “1% better each day principle.” Every day, Nikic and his father would strive to become one percent better. Nikic’s father said it works well for “a young man with Down syndrome.” On his website, Nikic outlines six strategies that helped him achieve his goal of completing the Ironman triathlon: Health (body), health (mind), friends (soul), focus on the positive, help someone else and pass it on.
Nikic originally started exercising in order to recover from ear surgery and get in shape. Now he has other goals: to live independently and one day have a big house and a nice car and to get married.
Training for the Ironman triathlon has helped make his dream come true. In fact, he recently bought a white Chevy and has been offered speaking gigs that may enable him to save up enough money to buy a house.
His next goals are to learn how to drive and he has been invited to compete in the US Special Olympics in 2022.
4 How did Chris Nikic perform in the triathlon
A. He won the first place. B. He had to give up halfway.
C He held on to the last. D. He finished at the cut-off time.
5. How did “1% better each day principle” affect Nikic
A. He could live a normal life. B. He made progress day by day.
C. He recovered from ear surgery. D. He got in shape eventually.
6. Which word can best describe Nikic
A. Unfortunate. B. Lucky. C. Strong willed. D. Talkative.
7. What can we learn from Nikic’s story
A. Life has ups and downs. B. All is well that ends well.
C. Hardship is the best training. D. It is never too late to change.
C
Fatigue can actually be considered a kind of poisoning. When a muscle in our body works, it produces lactic acid. If we remove the lactic acid from a tired muscle, it is able to start working again at once!
There are other substances the body produces in the course of muscular activity. These are known as “fatigue toxins.” The blood carries these through the body, so that the muscle itself, and especially the brain feels tired.
Scientists have conducted interesting experiments on fatigue. If a dog is made to work until it is exhausted and falls asleep, and its blood is then transfused into another dog, the second dog will instantly become “tired” and fall asleep! If the blood of a wide awake dog is transfused into a tired sleeping dog, the latter will wake up at once, no longer tired!
But fatigue is not just a chemical process, it is also a biological process. We cannot just “remove” fatigue; we must allow the cells of the body to rest. Damages must be repaired, nerve cells of the brain must be “recharged,” and the joints of the body must replace used up lubricants. Sleep will always be necessary as a way of restoring our body’s energy after fatigue.
Very often, the best way to make a tired body part feel fresh again is to make other parts of the body active! We can actually rest by means of activity. Activity increases the respiration (呼吸). The blood circulates faster, the glands are more active, and the waste products are eliminated from the tired part of the body. But, if you are totally exhausted, the best thing to do is sleep!
8. What does the underlined word “it” refer to in the first paragraph
A. Fatigue. B. Lactic acid. C. The body. D. The tired muscle.
9. What does the author want to show by telling the experiments
A. Fatigue is a chemical process. B. Fatigue makes a dog sleepy.
C. Sleep can reduce fatigue. D. We cannot remove fatigue.
10. What might refresh yourself after a tiring walk
A. Having a blood transfusion. B. Doing upper limb movements.
C. Drinking plenty of water. D. Playing a football game.
11. In which part of a newspaper might you find this text
A. Entertainment. B. Health. C. Fashion. D. Sports.
D
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people in lockdown felt lonely and bored. “There is a loneliness epidemic,” said John Dattilo, a professor at Pennsylvania State University.
Together with an international team of researchers, Dattilo studied how to reduce loneliness and increase positive feelings during the pandemic. According to their new study, reducing loneliness has something to do with doing enjoyable activities that require both concentration and skill. “When people are absorbed in what they are doing, they enter a state called FLOW,” Dattilo explained. “Flow can be achieved by doing activities that we value and that require us to concentrate fully to use our skills.”
To achieve a state of flow, there must be a balance between the challenge of the task and your skill level. For example, if you’re trying to create a complex computer program but your skill level is low, then you’re likely to feel stressed instead of achieving flow. On the contrary, if the task is too easy, then boredom will set in and flow will not appear, either. If you have artistic skills, for example, playing the piano or painting can lead to flow. So can things like skiing, writing and storytelling, depending on who you are.
“When we enter a state of flow, we become absorbed and focused, and we experience momentary enjoyment,” Dattilo said. “When we leave a state of flow, we are often surprised by how much time has passed.” However, watching television usually doesn’t help people enter flow, according to Dattilo, because there aren’t any challenges.
“Loneliness is very connected to our health,” Dattilo explained. “Psychological, emotional, and cognitive health are all challenged when people are lonely. Loneliness is associated with depression and other mental health challenges. People tend to thrive on healthy activities and challenge,” said Dattilo. “We hope this research will help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives.”
12. What is the purpose of the research
A. To study how to reduce loneliness. B. To fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
C. To treat some mental illnesses. D. To help people live a normal life.
13. What is a key point of the state of flow
A. Enjoyment. B. Relaxation. C. Concentration. D. Loneliness.
14. Which of the following can help a student get into a state of flow
A. Doing housework. B. Chatting online.
C. Watching television. D. Composing a story.
15. What do the underlined words “thrive on” mean in the last paragraph
A. Enjoy. B. Grow. C. Avoid. D. Balance.
山东省枣庄市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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
The COVID -19 pandemic has affected all aspects of life, including the way we travel. But for those who are looking to expand their horizons while still staying safe, the following three travel trends in 2021 may provide inspirations. Let’s take a look.
Staycation
With many travel restrictions during the pandemic, people preferred traveling to nearby places in 2020. This trend continues in 2021. According to search data, 62 percent of people are interested in taking a vacation within driving distance of home. People who live in large cities want to get back in touch with nature. Travelers are looking for places different from their everyday accommodations, for example, farm stays, villas and cottages.
Pod travel
While 2020 saw a rise in solo travel and isolated adventures, 2021 shows that people want to be more connected. “Pod travel”, or gathering in isolated spaces with loved ones, is growing in popularity. 85 percent of survey respondents favor traveling with family or friends, and over half of the trips searched include three or more people. Pod travel is here to stay for those who want to safely be together while reducing risks associated with socializing with others.
Remote working and traveling
Many people worked and learned from home in 2020 because of the pandemic. Remote working blurs the line between working and traveling. There was a 128 percent increase in the mention of phrases such as “relocation”, “relocate”, “remote work” and “trying a new neighborhood”. People are actively booking longer stays (e. g. two plus week trips) in small to mid—size cities with access to immersive natural surroundings and wide—open spaces.
21. What can we learn about Staycation
A. Travelling to the countryside. B. Taking an isolated adventure.
C. Having holidays in nearby places. D. Staying indoors all by oneself.
22. What’s special about Pod travel
A. Traveling alone. B. Traveling far away.
C. Traveling while working. D. Traveling with loved ones.
23. Where might we find the text in a magazine
A. Medicine. B. Education. C. Tourism D. Career.
B
Last summer, I spent four months working in France, where the company I was working for put me up in a house that didn’t have Wi-Fi. I wasn’t looking forward to it.
I soon discovered, however, that living in a house without Wi-Fi was easier than I expected.
Contact between my friends and family was significantly reduced to the odd text message here and there. I couldn’t enjoy my usual web browsing on BBC iPlayer, social media sites, keeping up to date with the news, or even wanting to know the opening hours of shops in the new area I was in.
I didn’t, however, spend a full four months without connecting to a Wi-Fi network. It was only a five minute walk to the reception where I could connect for free and spend as much time online as I wanted to at my own leisure. It made me think , though , how unnecessary it can be , how unnecessarily we rely on it—how we perhaps rely on it too much. As a person, I was more sociable. I spent more time with my housemates instead of hiding behind a computer screen. I did other things that I wouldn’t necessarily have done if I could have browsed the web at my leisure. I read more, I cooked meals for my friends, and I even tidied up more often. Dare I say it; I learned how to live without Wi-Fi. Dare I say it; I found it was easier than I had imagined.
24. What was the writer’s first feeling when finding her house had no Wi-Fi
A. Unexpected. B. Angry. C. Shocked. D. Depressed.
25. How did the writer keep in touch with her friends and family without Wi-Fi
A. By writing regularly. B. By text message.
C. By video calls. D. By telegram.
26. What was the writer’s life like without Wi-Fi
A. Dull. B. Lonely. C. Active. D. Relaxing.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. A life without Wi-Fi B. Different views on the Internet
C. The disadvantages of Wi-Fi D. How to use the Internet
C
Novels written and read on mobile telephones have been in fashion in Japan for six years now. Most of these stories deal with romance and are especially trendy among high school girls. But people who harbor the stereotype that love stories belong to the feminine realm might be surprised to hear that the first mobile romance, Deep Love, was written by a man who goes by the pen name “Yoshi”. In 2001, Yoshi distributed leaflets advertising his debut in Shibuya, Tokyo’s entertainment district, and a trend was born.
The typical mobile novel is 200 to 500 pages long and can be downloaded for about $ 10. Each website—like page contains about 500 Japanese characters. Recently, mobile novelists have been trying to reach a wider audience by venturing into other genres such as horror and science fiction. But perhaps the feature that appeals the most to young fans is the interactive nature of the mobile novels. Readers can send feedback and participate in shaping the story. Even teachers and parents are enthusiastic about this new trend that encourages kids to read.
There is considerable disagreement amongst officials in the publishing industry whether these novels are here to stay or just a passing trend. Some critics of the novels say they reach a small minority of readers who likely do not read much anyway.
28. What does the underlined word “harbor” mean in the first paragraph
A. abandon B. hold C. change D. criticize
29. What can we learn about Deep Love
A. It was written by a female.
B. It first appeared in print.
C. It stared the trend of mobile novels.
D. It was based on a true story.
30. Why are the mobile novels popular among young people
A. They vary in length. B. They are free to download.
C. Teachers push them to read. D. Readers can help in creation.
31. What might be the mobile novel s future like
A. Promising. B. Uncertain. C. Unfavourable. D. Hopeless.
D
Tofu is known to have been a commonly consumed food in China by the second century B. C. Although the varieties of tofu produced in ancient times may not have been identical to those of today, descriptions from writings and poetry of the Song and Yuan Dynasties show that the technique for the production of tofu had already been standardized by that time.
In China, tofu is traditionally presented as a food offering when visiting the graves of de ceased relatives. According to tradition, tofu is the only food soft enough for the spirits (or ghosts), who have long ago lost their chins and jaws, to eat. Before refrigeration was available in China, tofu was often sold only during the winter time. During the warmer months, leftover tofu would be spoiled if not consumed within a day.
Tofu and its production technique were introduced into Japan in the Nara period (late 8th century) as well as to other parts of East Asia. The earliest documented record of tofu in Japan shows that the dish was served as an offering at the Kasuga Shrine in Nara in 1183. The rise in acceptance of tofu may have coincided with the rise of Buddhism , as tofu is an important source of protein in a vegetarian (素食者）diet. The book Tofu Hyakuchin, published during the Edo period, lists 100 recipes for cooking tofu.
Tofu has become a staple in many countries, including Vietnam, Thailand, and Korea, with subtle regional variations in methods of production, texture, flavor, and usage.
32. Which remains not much changed about Tofu since ancient times
A. Its varieties. B. The storage method.
C. The recipes for cooking. D. The method of production.
33. Why is tofu presented as a food offering for the dead ones
A. It is soft. B. It is delicious.
C. It is nutritious. D. It doesn’t spoil easily.
34. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The origin of Tofu. B. The spread of Tofu.
C. The history of Tofu. D. Historical records of Tofu.
35. What has made tofu well accepted by Buddhists
A. It is low in protein. B. It has a distinct flavor.
C. It can be used as a sacrifice. D. It contains no animal meat.
山东省枣庄市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
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
Zhou Zhaoyan is just 6 years of age, but she has touched the hearts of Internet users worldwide, many of whom are still living amid COVID-19 restrictions.
Since her parents started to post her performances on video—sharing platform YouTube in early March, her account Miumiu Guitargirl has attracted more than 157,000 fans.
The video of her singing Fly Me to the Moon, written by Bart Howard, while playing guitar received over 5 million hits on the platform. In her version of the classic song, Hotel California, by the Eagles, she is seen singing, playing guitar, electric guitar, bass, drums and maracas. With over 1. 8 million hits, it’s been described by viewers as the “cutest version” of the song. Followers send best wishes online to the “talented angel”.
Some singers, bands and celebrities from home and abroad also reposted her videos on their social media. The American instrumental guitarist Nei ZaZa reposted the girl’s cover of his guitar music I’m Alright on the Facebook, and commented: “6 years old! They get younger and younger!”
The girl has covered both Chinese and English songs. The most difficult is I Wish You Love, which was sung by bossa nova singer Lisa Ono. It took about three weeks to master the guitar—playing and singing, her father says, adding that as many people like the girl’s music, she’s more confident about herself and wants to learn more.
“I’m glad that many people like my music. I know some of them will watch it over and over. I feel very warm-hearted,” says Zhaoyan from Nanjing, Jiansu Province, who learned guitar from the age of 3 from her father, a guitar teacher.
In late February, her parents started to post short videos of her playing guitar on the Chinese video—sharing platform Bilibili. At that particular time, Zhaoyan was practicing guitar about five hours a day, as the family were confined to their home due to the pandemic.
21. What has made Zhaoyan popular worldwide
A. Her covers of the classic songs.
B. Her musical talent shows online.
C. Her skills in playing the guitar.
D. Her efforts to help COVID-19 patients.
22. What did Nei ZaZa thinks of the girl’s cover of his music
A. It was great for so young a girl.
B. She still had a long way to go.
C. She did better than he himself.
D. She has potential to be a super star.
23. How does Zhou feel about her own popularity
A. Unexpected. D. Indifferent. C. Encouraged. D. Overjoyed.
B
Find a balance between the heart and mind
Sense and sensibility was written by British author Jane Austen. It shows two sisters’ love experiences and their complicated marriages. The novel offers the contrast between sense and sensibility in a humorous way.
The elder sister, Elinor Dashwood, is the perfect representation of sense. She always refrains from expressing her emotions, even when she finds out that Edward, her lover, was engaged to another woman. Meanwhile, Marianne Dashwood is the perfect representation of sensibility. She is idealistic. When she is confronted with the nonchalance (冷漠) of her lover John Willoughby, Marianne is greatly annoyed.
Besides the themes of sense and sensibility, the novel also depicts the status of women in that era. Elinor and Marianne used to live with their parents. But, when their father passes away, the family’s property is passed down to their father’s son born out of wedlock (私生的). The sisters and their mother don’t have money and have to rely on their distant relative.
Due to their poor status, Willoughby, Marianne’s former lover, eventually marries a woman who does not have as much taste or elegance but who is rich.
The author showed readers the importance of money rather romance in this era. Marriages often depend on the financial situations of either side.
As the story evolves, Elinor and Marianne learn from each other. Marianne learns more self-restraint, and she marries her long-time admirer Colonel Brandon. Elinor is finally able to better express her emotions, and gets married with her lover Edward.
Through their parallel experience of love loss, the sisters learn that sense must mix with sensibility if they are to find personal happiness in a society where status and money govern the rules of love.
24. What is the theme of the novel Sense and Sensibility
A. Sense should mix with sensibility.
B. Status and money govern marriages.
C. Real love is never a selfish emotion.
D. There is no true love in the real world.
25. What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The sisters’ family background.
B. The loss of Dashwood’s property.
C. The rules of love in Austin’s era.
D. Women’s social position in Austin’s era.
26. Which of the following is true according to the text
A. Edward gets married to a rich woman.
B. Colonel Brandon admires Elinor at first.
C. Finally Elinor finds her true happiness.
D. Marianne marries Willoughby in the end.
27. What type of writing is the text
A. A news report. B. A book review. C. A biography. D. A movie poster.
C
The Earth is facing a climate crisis, but it’s also getting greener. According to a new research, the rise is largely because of China and India. A study by NASA, based on extensive satellite imagery, has revealed that the two countries with the world’s biggest populations are also responsible for the largest increase in green plants.
A third of the leaf increase is attributable to China and India, due to major tree planting projects as well as a vast increase in agriculture. “China and India account for one-third of the greening, but contain only 9% of the planet’s land area covered in vegetation (植被)—a surprising finding, considering the large populations in the countries need much land,” Chi Chen, the study’s lead author said in a statement.
Between 2000 and 2017, a NASA sensor gathered data of the Earth’s surface from aboard two satellites, the Terra and the Aqua. Using the data, researchers discovered that China is the source of a quarter of the increase in green leaf area, despite possessing only 6. 6% of the world’s vegetated area. Forests account for 42% of that increase, while croplands make up a further 32%. China’s increase in forest area is the result of forest conservation and expansion programs, established to combat the impacts of climate change and air pollution.
Rama Nemani, a researcher at NASA’s Ames Research Center, said in a statement, “When the greening of the Earth was first observed, we thought it was due to a warmer, wetter climate from the added carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, leading to more leaf growth in northern forests, for instance. Now, with the data, we see that humans are also contributing,” Nemani said. “This will help scientists make better predictions about the behavior of different Earth systems, which will help countries make better decisions about how and when to take action. ”
28. What’s the text mainly about
A. The climate crisis the Earth is facing.
B. A solution to global climate warming.
C. Actions taken to fight against air pollution.
D. China and India’s contributions to global greening.
29. Why is the finding considered surprising for China and India
A. They need much land for agriculture.
B. They are greatly polluted countries.
C. They are rich in natural resources.
D. They both face a serious food crisis.
30. What percentage does China make up of the total green leaf growth
A. 6. 6%. B. 25%. C. 33%. D. 42%.
31. What did Rama Nemani’s want to emphasize
A. The scientists made a wrong prediction.
B. Climate is a critical factor in leaf growth.
C. Human efforts cannot be ignored.
D. It is never too late to take actions.
D
The Scandinavian languages consist of Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Icelandic and Faroese. Danish is closely related to other Scandinavian languages such as Swedish and Norwegian. In fact, they are so similar that a Dane, a Swede, and a Norwegian can all have a conversation while each person is speaking his or her own language. You might wonder why, if the three languages are mutually understandable, they aren’t considered a single language.
Well, language isn’t only about communication; it’s an important part of a nation’s cultural and political identity. For centuries, Denmark, Sweden and Norway have worked to maintain separate identities, and having distinct languages helps. Besides, communication between the three languages isn’t easy; speakers have to work hard to understand each other.
In medieval times, Sweden was under Denmark’s control, and Danish was the language of government. When Sweden became independent in 1523, its officials decided to establish its own writing conventions, changing the spelling of words to reflect Swedish pronunciation and changing the alphabet to make it look less Danish. Soon after these changes were complete, the Bible was translated into Swedish. The Bible made the new Swedish more official, and the differences between written Danish and Swedish were solidified.
Spoken Swedish sounds pretty similar to Danish. The problem is that the two languages have rather different vocabularies. For example, pocket is lomme in Danish, but ficka in Swedish. Also, some words that sound similar have different meanings. The word frokost means lunch in Danish, but Swedish frukost, which sounds almost the same, means breakfast. This kind of difference is pretty common and can cause a lot of misunderstandings.
Norway was under Danish control for 400 years, until 1814. During this time, all official documents were written in Danish, and written Norwegian entirely died out. As a result, contemporary Norwegian looks very similar to Danish. The two languages also have similar vocabularies, although Norwegian pronunciation can be very different.
The relationship between the languages can be seen in a vast number of cognates, words that are similar in different languages.
32. What did Sweden and Norway do to maintain their cultural and political identities
A. To have their own languages.
B. To keep exchanges with Denmark.
C. To copy the Danish language.
D. To create a lot of new words.
33. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. How Sweden won its independence.
B. Why Sweden created a new language.
C. Why the Bible was important to Swedish.
D. How Sweden established its writing system.
34. Which of the following words means “breakfast” in Swedish
A. ficka B. lomme C. frokost D. frukost
35. Which will a Norwegian find easier to learn according to the text
A. Danish pronunciation. B. Swedish vocabulary.
C. Danish vocabulary. D. Swedish pronunciation.
答案：
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【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文，文章主要介绍了一种即时翻译设备MUAMA Enence。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段首句“Do you want to be able to get around in a new country for a week or two (你想在一个陌生的国家四处转转一两个星期吗？)”和最后一句“Well, MUAMA Enence is able to deliver all those things and a lot more!(好吧，MUAMA Enence能够提供所有这些东西，以及更多！)”以及第二段中“It can easily translate real-time speech and transform you into an able-communicator instantly using only a few finger-taps.(它可以轻松地翻译实时语音，只需几下手指点击，就能把你瞬间变成一个优秀的沟通者)”可知，MUAMA Enence是一个实时翻译设备，对海外游客很有用。故选B项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Comfortable & Easy to Us部分中“With its lightweight design and small size, MUAMA Enence is easy to carry around in any pocket or bag and is right there when needed. Hence the name ‘handheld voice translator’ that you will want to use every day!(其轻巧的设计和小巧的体积，MUAMA Enence很容易用任何口袋或包携带，需要的时候就在那里。因此得名‘掌上语音翻译’，你会想要每天使用！)”可知，MUAMA Enence是因其重量轻和体积小而得名“掌上语音翻译”，故选D项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章内容，结合第一段中“Well, MUAMA Enence is able to deliver all those things and a lot more!(好吧，MUAMA Enence能够提供所有这些东西，以及更多！)”可知，文章主要介绍了一个即时翻译设备MUAMA Enence，包括其外观设计、价格和使用性能，所以本文是一篇广告。故选A项。
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. C 7. C
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了了2020年11月7日，第一个完成世界上最难的运动比赛之一——铁人三项的唐氏综合症患者克里斯·尼克奇。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段最后两句“But he never gave up. He finished the triathlon in 16 hours, 46 minutes and 9 seconds with just 14 minutes to spare before the cut-off time. (但他从未放弃。他以16小时46分9秒的成绩完成了三项全能比赛，离比赛截止时间只剩14分钟了。)”可知，尼克奇没有放弃，坚持到了最后，也完成了比赛。故选C项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段前三句“For two years, Nikic trained for the event, using a strategy he developed with his father which they call the ‘1% better each day principle.’ Every day, Nikic and his father would strive to become one percent better. Nikic’s father said it works well for ‘a young man with Down syndrome.’ (两年时间里，尼克奇一直在为这项赛事进行训练，他使用的是他和父亲一起制定的策略，他们称之为‘每天提高1%的原则’。每一天，尼克奇和他的父亲都会努力变得（比前一天）好百分之一。尼克奇的父亲说，它对‘一个患有唐氏综合症的年轻人’很有效。)”可知，这个“每天提高1%的原则”，对于尼克奇这个唐氏综合症患者的健康很有用，尼克奇每天都有进步。故选B项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段第一句“For two years, Nikic trained for the event, using a strategy he developed with his father which they call the ‘1% better each day principle.’ (两年时间里，尼克奇一直在为这项赛事进行训练，他使用的是他和父亲一起制定的策略，他们称之为‘每天提高1%的原则’。)”可知，为了赛事，坚持2年天天有进步，尼克奇是个有毅力的人。故选C项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“On Nov. 7, 2020, Chris Nikic did something incredible. He became the first person with Down syndrome (唐氏综合症) to complete one of the toughest athletic competitions in the world—the Ironman triathlon. (2020年11月7日，克里斯·尼克奇做了一件不可思议的事。 他成为了第一个完成世界上最难的运动比赛之一——铁人三项的唐氏综合症患者。)”，以及倒数第三段“Nikic originally started exercising in order to recover from ear surgery and get in shape. Now he has other goals: to live independently and one day have a big house and a nice car and to get married. (尼克奇最初开始锻炼是为了从耳部手术中恢复过来并保持体型。现在他有了其他的目标：独立生活，有一天拥有大房子和好车，然后结婚。)”，最后第二段“Training for the Ironman triathlon has helped make his dream come true. (参加铁人三项的训练帮助他实现了梦想。)”，最后一段“His next goals are to learn how to drive and he has been invited to compete in the US Special Olympics in 2022. (他的下一个目标是学习开车，他已经被邀请参加2022年美国特奥会。)”可知，饱受唐氏综合症困苦的尼克奇，本来参加锻炼只是为了锻炼身体，为了目标，迎难而上，不懈的努力促使他一路都有了梦想。A. Life has ups and downs. (人生有起有落。)；B. All is well that ends well. (结果好，就一切都好)；C. Hardship is the best training. (苦难是最好的训练) ；D. It is never too late to change. (改变永远不嫌晚。)。可知，C项最贴切本文内涵。故选C项。
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. B 11. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了疲劳事实上可以被视为一种中毒，人们可以通过活动来让疲惫的身体再次感到精力充沛，但是最好的办法是睡觉。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第一段“When a muscle in our body works, it produces lactic acid. If we remove the lactic acid from a tired muscle, it is able to start working again at once! (当我们体内肌肉工作时，它会产生乳酸。如果我们去除疲劳肌肉中的乳酸，它就能立即开始工作)”可知，当肌肉工作时，会产生乳酸，去除疲劳肌肉中的乳酸后，疲劳的肌肉就能立即开始工作，it指代的是疲劳的肌肉。故选D项。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“If a dog is made to work until it is exhausted and falls asleep, and its blood is then transfused into another dog, the second dog will instantly become “tired” and fall asleep! If the blood of a wide awake dog is transfused into a tired sleeping dog, the latter will wake up at once, no longer tired!(如果让一只狗一直工作到筋疲力尽并睡着，然后将它的血液输给另一只狗，第二只狗会立即“疲劳”并睡着！如果把一只完全清醒的狗的血输给一只疲惫的睡着的狗，后者会立刻醒来，不再疲倦)”以及第四段“But fatigue is not just a chemical process,(但疲劳不仅仅是一个化学过程)”可知，作者通过介绍实验是为了展示疲劳是一个化学过程。故选A项。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段“Very often, the best way to make a tired body part feel fresh again is to make other parts of the body active!(很多时候，让疲惫的身体部位再次感到精力充沛的最好方法是让身体的其他部位活跃起来！)”可知，走了一段路之后，活动身体的其他部位，即做上肢运动，可以使你恢复精神。故选B项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Fatigue can actually be considered a kind of poisoning.(疲劳实际上可以被视为一种中毒)”、第五段“Very often, the best way to make a tired body part feel fresh again is to make other parts of the body active!(很多时候，让疲惫的身体部位再次感到精力充沛的最好方法是让身体的其他部位活跃起来！)”以及“But, if you are totally exhausted, the best thing to do is sleep!(但是，如果你完全筋疲力尽，最好的办法就是睡觉！)”可知，本文主要介绍了疲劳事实上可以被视为一种中毒，人们可以通过活动来让疲惫的身体再次感到精力充沛，但是最好的办法是睡觉，推测文章可能出自报纸的健康部分。故选B项。
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了在新冠疫情期间，由于封控导致人们出现了孤独感，Dattilo和他的研究团队通过研究发现，做一些具有挑战性和技巧性的活动可以使人达到愉悦的境界，从而进入一种叫做“心流”的状态，减少孤独感。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Together with an international team of researchers, Dattilo studied how to reduce loneliness and increase positive feelings during the pandemic.(Dattilo与一个国际研究团队一起研究了疫情期间如何减少孤独感，增加积极情绪)”可知，这项研究的是研究如何减少孤独感。故选A项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Flow can be achieved by doing activities that we value and that require us to concentrate fully to use our skills. (心流以通过做我们重视的活动来实现，这些活动需要我们全神贯注地使用我们的技能)”可知，“心流”状态的关键是全神贯注。故选C项。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“If you have artistic skills, for example, playing the piano or painting can lead to flow. So can things like skiing, writing and storytelling, depending on who you are.(如果你有艺术技能，例如，弹钢琴或绘画可以导致心流。滑雪、写作和讲故事也可以，这取决于你是谁)”并结合选项可知，写故事可以帮助学生进入心流状态。故选D项。
【15题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线短语前一句“Loneliness is associated with depression and other mental health challenges.(孤独与抑郁和其他心理健康挑战有关)”可知，孤独可能导致消极的心理状态，结合划线短语后“healthy activities and challenge(健康的活动和挑战)”可知，人们应是倾向于享受健康的活动和挑战之中，thrive on意为“享受其中，以……为乐”。故选A项。
山东省枣庄市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
21—25 CDCAB 26—30 CABCD 31—35 BDABD
山东省枣庄市2019-2020学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题
21—25 BACAD 26—30 CBDAB 31—35 CADDC