1、贵州省遵义市红花岗区2024-2025学年高二上学期开学考试英语试题一、阅读理解Most Beautiful National Parks in PolandPolands national parks are a hidden treasure for nature lovers. Take a walk on the wild side with us and experience four of the best open air spaces.Bieszczady National ParkThis park is in the remote south-eastern corner
2、of the country bordering with Ukraine and Slovakia. Its a great choice for people looking for a quiet and lonely trip. Facilities are also quite limited. Dont miss the Solina Dam and other artificial lakes.Karkonosze National ParkOver in the south-west of Poland by the frontier with the Czech Republ
3、ic, this park is particularly interesting for its strangely shaped rocks and flat bare mountain tops. Near the border of the park is the highest waterfall in the Sudety region of Poland, the Kamienczyk Waterfall, which is 27 meters high.Wolin National ParkCovering a large part of the Wolin Island on
4、 the western side of the Polish coast, this parks best parts include an amazing 15 km long stretch of steep sea cliffs (悬崖), lakes and rivers surrounded by pine trees, many bird species and a small bison (野牛) reserve.Pieniny National ParkThis park is on the border of Poland and Pieninyone of the Pie
5、ninys most beautiful mountain ranges. By far the most popular activity is taking a raft ( 筏 )down the winding Dunajec River, but there is a lot more to discover.1Which park best suits people who want to explore the Solina Dam?ABieszczady National Park.BKarkonosze National Park.CWolin National Park.D
6、Pieniny National Park.2What can people do in the Pieniny National Park?AAppreciate sea cliffs.BSee some small bison.CAppreciate the highest waterfall.DFloat down the Dunajec River on a raft.3Where can the text be found?AIn an education brochure.BIn an art magazine.CIn a science magazine.DIn a guideb
7、ook.When I was two years old, my parents were still getting used to the lifestyle of raising a kid, but what they had noticed was what they considered “out of the ordinary” behavior. Whatever toys I played with, I placed them in a straight line. When others were unfriendly to me, I became changeable
8、. My diagnosis (诊断) was in 1999, a time when a type of autism (孤独症) called PDD-NOS was still not commonly understood and was still being observed. My parents were initially shocked at this result.As I got older, I began to develop from keeping to myself to interacting with other kids once I entered
9、a public school in first grade. I noticed how the other kids were able to answer questions in class a lot faster than I could understand. Since fourth grade, I joined my schools marching band, something I never had any interest in, but my mom made me believe that it was a great way to not only make
10、friends, but to help gain more confidence in myself.At the same time during fourth grade, I discovered my talent for creative writing. I realized, on the day I wrote my first story about superheroes, my processed thinking and my imagination provided a basic feature for my character: a hidden talent.
11、 As the years passed, I helped my fellow classmates with articles, and I even shared the original pieces I wrote with my classmates occasionally, although I was still unaware about my diagnosis.However, one day when I was fifteen years old, I learned the real truth about myself. My parents kept it f
12、rom me because they thought it would affect my self-respect. I understood why theyd hide this from me because they really love me, and ever since then, Ive accepted who I am, and I use my talents to help others who need a friend.4What happened to the author when he was two years old?AHe liked playin
13、g toys.BHe behaved uncommonlyCHe found a new hobby.DHe often felt shocked5What can be inferred about the authors mother from paragraph 2?AShe kept in touch with the school marching band.BShe was concerned about the authors grades.CShe requested the authors classmates to assist him.DShe helped the au
14、thor to grow positively.6What is the main idea of paragraph 3?AThe author spotted and made use of his strength.BThe author wrote many stories about superheroes.CThe author got badly on with his classmates.DThe author published some originals.7Which of the following can best describe the author?ACari
15、ng and helpful.BStrict and curious.CCareful and passive.DHumorous and honest.A new study, published in the journal Sleep Health, has suggested that taking a short nap (小睡)during the day may help to protect the brains health as it ages, after finding the practice appears to be related to larger brain
16、 volume (容量).While previous research has suggested long naps could be an early sign of Alzheimers disease, other research has showed that a brief nap can improve peoples ability to learn. Now researchers say they have found evidence to suggest that napping may help to protect against brains dwindlin
17、g, a process that occurs with age and is faster in people with cognitive (认知的)issues and neurodegenerative (神经变性的)diseases.Researchers at University College London(UCL)and the University of the Republic in Uruguay drew on data from the UK Biobank study that had collected lifestyle and health informa
18、tion from 500,000 people aged 40 to 69. “Overall, we found a connection between habitual daytime napping and larger total brain volume equal in 2.6 to 6.5 fewer years of ageing, which could suggest that napping regularly provides some protection against neurodege neration through making up for poor
19、sleep,“ said Dr Victoria Garfield, a co-author of the study from UCL.” A short daytime nap could help preserve brain volume and thats a positive thing, potentially for dementia prevention,” said Garfield, adding that previous research suggested a period of up to 30 minutes may be beneficial.But the
20、study is based on data only from European, and the exact period of naps connected with the benefits are unclear. Tara Spires-Jones, the president of the British Neuroscience Association welcomed the study, although she said it had limitations including that the self-reported napping habits of the UK
21、 Biobank people who took part may not be entirely accurate. “This study is important because it adds to the data indicating sleep is important for brain health,” she said.8What is the new study mainly about?AThe benefits of daytime naps.BCognitive issues.CAlzheimers disease.DBrain volume.9What does
22、the underlined word “dwindling” in paragraph 2 mean?ADisappearing.BImproving.CContinuing.DReducing.10How did the researchers conduct their research?ABy comparing.BBy studying collected data.CBy referring to history books.DBy introducing an idea.11What is Taras attitude towards the research?ADoubtful
23、.BUnclear.CSupportive.DDisappointed.The Shenzhou XVI members completed their first spacewalk on Thursday, equipping and adjusting (调整) camera devices outside the Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency.This was the 13th spacewalk carried out by Chinese astronauts. Mission
24、commander Major General Jing Haipeng and spaceflight engineer Colonel Zhu Yangzhu conducted their eight-hour spacewalk and returned to the Wentian science module (舱) at 9:40 pm, the agency said in a news announcement. Professor Gui Haichao, the third member of the crew (全体工作人员) and the missions scie
25、nce payload specialist, stayed inside the space station to provide support, the news release said.During their spacewalk, Jing and Zhu finished a series of tasks, such as fixing a support structure for an expected camera outside the Tianhe central module and unlocking and moving two expected cameras
26、 outside the Mengtian science module. Jing, who was on his fourth spaceflight, took part in a spacewalk for the first time. During the Shenzhou W mission in September 2008, which was his first spaceflight, Jing stayed inside the spaceship to assist his fellow members, Zhai Zhigang and Liu Borning, w
27、ho completed Chinas first spacewalk.On Thursday afternoon, Yang Yuguang, a senior space industry observer and vice-chair of the International Astronautical Federations Space Transportation Committee, had said that despite this being Jings first spacewalk, he should have no problem in completing the
28、operation because he is an experienced astronaut and has been mission commander three times. “Jing has known how to deal with difficult tasks and has rich experience in controlling challenging or risky situations, which will help him when he carries out the spacewalk,” Yang said.” Zhu was a teacher
29、at the Space Engineering University before he became an astronaut, so he has expert knowledge in spacecraft engineering and operations,” Yang added.The Shenzhou XVI crew arrived at the Tiangong space station on May 30 to take over it from their Shenzhou XV crew, who had stayed there for six months.1
30、2What did Professor Gui Haichao focus on during the 13th spacewalk?AEquipping cameras.BAdjusting some instruments.CManaging spaceship.DProviding support in the space station.13What can we know about Jing Haipeng?AHe is good at spacewalking.BHe has flew four space missions.CHe completed the task by h
31、imself.DHe is the first Chinese astronaut to take a spacewalk.14What can we infer from Yang Yuguangs words?AAstronauts need a lot of training.BJing and Zhu are highly experienced.CSpacewalk is a hard operation to complete.DAstronauts face impossible challenges in the mission.15What is the best title
32、 for the text?AThe Shenzhou XV mission ends with a safe returnBThe three great astronauts of Shenzhou XVICAn unforgettable experience in the Tiangong space stationDThe Shenzhou XVI crew complete first spacewalkClutter (杂乱) can be stressful. Try a few simple changes to create a sense of calm in your
33、home and your head. 16 Work in typesYou can use “five things tidying”. 17 Theyre rubbish, dirty clothes, dishes, things that have a place and things that dont have a place. During any one clutter-clearing period, limit yourself to just one of those types.Notice your “problem” areasSpend a few days p
34、aying attention to areas in your home that continuously require attention. 18 Without thinking, notice what is taking up most of your attention. Then find easy solutions before it gets too big.Allow some clutter 19 A number of books on the table, for example, is a sign that a reader lives here, not
35、a mess to be tidied up. Be kind to yourself and notice what “clutter” really serves your life, and what would make you feel good.Accept the physical activityMaybe youve also been struggling lately to fit a regular physical exercise into your daily life. You will feel like you have achieved two goals
36、 at once, such as sending a few bags of clothes to the donation box. 20 Celebrate yourself for getting exercise while you clean up.ASo what can you do to manage lots of things?BEven washing the dishes is a physical activity.CHow can you form a routine for the end of your day?DYou neednt be alone in
37、your journey toward a calmer home.ENone of us should set a goal that is in a completely free clutter.FIts a method where everything is matched with one of five types.GFor example, one area may be the bathroom shelf that is always full of products.二、完形填空Jeff Ohs is a California firefighter. About mor
38、e than twenty years ago, he rescued a two year-old Xavier Huber from an extremely hot house fire. Today, in an amazing 21 , he gets the chance to meet the son of the man he 22 over twenty years ago.It seems as if that wasnt special enough. What makes this even more incredibly 23 is that Xaviers son
39、is the same age he was when he was rescued.Posting a photo of him as a toddler (学步的儿童)in Jeffs arms side by side with a present 24 of him, Xavier wrote, “At that day this firefighter, Jeff Ohs, saved me from that building. He brought me back to 25 . Now more than twenty years later, he is holding my
40、 two-year-old son. I wouldnt be here without him.”Jeff 26 Xavier on a bedroom floor during a search and rescue of the 27 and flame (火焰)-filled house. After 28 him to safety, the firefighter performed life-saving CPR, giving him a second 29 at life. Xavier had spent nearly a month in hospital before
41、he fully 30 .Over the years he has never forgotten what the firefighter did for him. And while he couldnt 31 Jeff for saving his life, he did vow (誓言)to make the most of the life he gave him. And he seems to be 32 his promise. Now, with time goes by, the little boy is a grown man who is thriving and
42、 has a 33 of his own.As for Jeff, its a day 34 burned into his memory too. As it turns out, Xavier wasnt the only thing to come out of that fire. Besides, a lifetime 35 was formed out of the flame.21AaccidentBgameCjokeDmoment22AtrustedBsavedCtaughtDrefused23AgenerousBobviousCdisappointingDunexpected
43、24AplanBimageCdocumentDimagination25AschoolBearthClifeDreality26AchangedBdiscoveredCadoptedDcaught27AwaterBsmokeCwindDair28ArushingBdrivingCfollowingDinviting29ApositionBanswerCdesireDchance30ArecoveredBagreedCretiredDprepared31AcallBchallengeCpersuadeDrepay32Aliving up toBpaying attention toCgoing
44、back toDgiving way to33AfamilyBhospitalCcampDschool34AtraditionallyBunluckilyCcompletelyDbadly35AresearchBmembershipCfriendshipDeducation三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。SITNSKATE is a non-profit organization that works towards a more inclusive (包容广阔的) society and aims 36 (reduce) prejudices (偏
45、见) towards disabled people and wheelchair users. The project was started by Lisa and David Lebuser in Hamburg. The idea was to show that a wheelchair does not only have to be a basic aid but can also be a cool and stylish piece of sports equipment. The team around the two founders has grown 37 (rapi
46、d) since then and their wheelchair skate services can now 38 (find) in various German cities.The vision of SITNSKATE is to provide people in wheelchairs 39 a low-threshold (低门槛的) movement experience to make everyday wheelchair use 40 (easy) than before. For this purpose, regular wheelchair skate mee
47、tings are offered in Bremen, Dortmund, Hamburg and Hanover to improve the flexibility and 41 (independent) of wheelchair users.The project also offers 42 variety of other activities. In SITNSKATEs latest programme, ramps (坡道) are spread to shops in Hamburg whose entrances have steps. This improves accessibility and removes many 43 (difficult) for wheelchair users.Through their activities, SITNSKATE makes a significant contribution to 44 (change) the way people with disabilities and wheelchair users are regarded. They promote an
