1、河北省承德市高中2023-2024学年高一下学期期末考试英语试题一、阅读理解Our broadcasting camp will open on August 1st. This unique opportunity is designed to attract participants to the world of broadcasting and media production.Camp DetailsDuration: 2 weeksCapacity: 50 participantsVenue: National Media Center, New YorkTraining Sche
2、dulesOur camp will cover a wide range of topics, including storytelling, audio and video production techniques, live broadcast and studio operations, social media and digital broadcasting. Each day will be a blend (融合) of lectures, hands-on workshops, and interactive sessions with industry professio
3、nals.Benefits for ParticipantsGain practical skills in broadcasting and media production.Network with industry experts and fellow enthusiasts.Receive a certificate of completion recognized by leading media institutions.Opportunities to showcase talent through live broadcasts and digital platforms.Wh
4、y Join Us?Our camp promises to be an enriching experience that not only equips you with the necessary skills but also opens doors to a career in the broadcasting industry. Whether youre a student looking to explore your passion or a professional seeking to enhance your skills, our camp is the perfec
5、t platform for your growth.Dont miss this chance to inspire your passion for broadcasting. Apply now and let your voice heard! For more information and to register, click here.1What does the broadcasting camp feature?AA very low price.BMany relative topics.CThe process of production.DThe ways to kno
6、w experts.2How can you sign up for the broadcasting camp?ABy visiting a website.BBy registering on-site.CBy calling a teacher.DBy writing to the camp.3What is the purpose of the text?ATo focus on broadcasting.BTo introduce social media.CTo promote the camp.DTo develop students hobbies.Some of the cl
7、assrooms at Taft Elementary in Santa Clara, California, have one disadvantage in common: They dont have windows. Thats true for Logan Earnests fifth grade classroom, and he felt it was affecting his students.“Most of the day, theyre inside,” Earnest told CBS News. “And they dont really get to see an
8、y trees, grass, or the blue sky.” He said the gray walls could be depressing to the kids and may affect their attention and even their attendance.This was confirmed by former school psychologist Ernesto Rodriguez, who said the lack of windows does affect kids, because research shows being in and aro
9、und nature eases anxiety and benefits students. Though no longer a practicing psychologist, perhaps he knows now more than ever the impact nature has on mental health. Rodriguez became a park ranger (公园管理员) on Southern Californias Catalina Island and began focusing on his passionlandscape photograph
10、y.It was during his training to become a park ranger that he learned a fact that kids who have views out windows to trees do better academically, emotionally and creatively. So an idea to bring nature into rooms occurred to him: Why not bring landscapes in classroomsvia the ceiling (天花板), because te
11、achers dont typically use them.Rodriguez took 360 degree shots of tree canopies (树冠) using his photography skills, then he printed them and fit them onto the classroom ceiling of Earnests fifth grade. “Beautiful,”one student said as she entered the room. Another student said the trees brought him pe
12、ace, “When you look up, it feels like youre sitting under a tree.”Earnest said he thought there would be many positive effects on his students. “I think my attendance is going to go up. The kids are going to want to come here more frequently. Overall, I think the kids are going to be happier,” he sa
13、id.4What is the common challenge shared by some classrooms at Taft Elementary?ALack of fresh air.BAbsence of windows.CInsufficient lighting.DLimited access to technology.5Why did Ernesto Rodriguez bring landscapes into classrooms?ATo connect the students with nature.BTo promote his photography skill
14、s.CTo improve the teachers performance.DTo create an exciting environment for the students.6How did the students react to Rodriguezs pictures on the classroom ceiling?AThey did not notice the change.BThey failed to concentrate on lessons.CThey preferred the original gray ceiling.DThey were in favour
15、 of the new additions.7Whats Logan Earnests attitude towards the change in the classroom?ACautious and objective.BAppreciative and supportive.CConcerned but doubtful.DCurious but unsure.Elephants important role in maintaining biodiversity and healthy ecosystems has earned them various names includin
16、g ecosystem engineers and forest gardeners. However, African forest elephants a species living in the rainforests of central Africa are increasingly recognized by another name: “climate heroes”.African forest elephants help lessen climate change by increasing carbon storage in their forest habitats,
17、 meaning they help remove heat-trapping CO2 from the atmosphere. They do this by influencing the forest structure, including by increasing the diversity and abundance of plant species. Its estimated that one forest elephant can increase the net carbon capture (捕获) capacity of the forest by almost 25
18、0 acres. This is equal to removing from the atmosphere a years worth of emissions (排放量) from 2,047 cars.“As strange as it seems, all that eating and destruction help the forest pull more carbon out of the air,” says Alison Pearce Stevens in the book Animal Climate Heroes! . Elephants eat more than 4
19、00 pounds of food a day, so they spend a lot of time searching for food. As they walk through the forest, they do a lot of damage to the surrounding smaller trees, leading to the survival of trees that have the ability to absorb and store more CO2.In addition, their thirst for fruits also helps to p
20、romote forest growth. This is because elephants disperse fruit seeds. In other words, the seeds pass through the elephant bodies until they drop back to the forest floor.But African forest elephants are seriously endangered and continue to face threats. These mainly come from hunting for the illegal
21、 international trade in elephant ivory (象牙), but also from habitat loss and fewer food sources. The number of forest elephants fell by more than 86% over a period of 31 years, and their habitats are thought to have reduced by 75%. Protecting forest elephants and the forests they depend on means we a
22、re safeguarding their ecological contributions that we all rely on.8How do African forest elephants help relieve climate change?AThey increase the diversity of wildlife species.BThey help to maintain the plants of the forest.CThey take in heat-trapping CO2 from the atmosphere.DThey promote the net c
23、arbon capture ability of the forest.9What does the underlined word “disperse” in paragraph 4 mean?AConsume.BPreserve.CSpread.DGather.10What are the threats facing African forest elephants?AIllegal hunting and habitat loss.BThe disturbed balance of the forest ecosystem.CNatural disasters resulting fr
24、om climate change.DCompetition for water sources with other animals.11What can be a suitable title for the text?APreserving Forests: Elephants ContributionBNew Role of African Forest Elephants: Climate HeroesCIvory Trade Threatens African Forest ElephantsDForest Elephants Are Approaching the Edge of
25、 ExtinctionSpace engineers from the University of Glasgow have published new research showing how reflectors (反射器) placed in orbit around Earth could increase the output of future large-scale solar farms by reflecting additional sunlight toward them even after the sun has set.In their paper, the res
26、earchers described how they used advanced computer models to help determine the most effective method of using orbiting solar reflectors to produce additional power. Their models showed that putting 20 thin reflectors into orbit 1,000 kilometers from Earth could reflect sunlight to solar farms for a
27、n extra two hours each day on average. The additional sunlight could increase the output of the worlds future solar farms, particularly after sunset when electricity demand is high. The output could be scaled up further by adding more reflectors or increasing their size.The team developed an algorit
28、hm (算法) to determine how the reflectors could be arranged to catch the suns rays most effectively, maximizing the additional sunlight reflected to solar farms around Earth in the early morning and late evening. The researchers suggested that 20 reflectors could produce an extra 728 MWh of electricit
29、y per day equal to adding an additional large solar power farm to Earth without the cost of construction.Dr. Onur elik, one author of the paper, said, “Solar power has the potential to speed our race to reach net-zero, helping us to relieve the global impacts of climate change by reducing our relian
30、ce on fossil fuels.”Moreover, the price of solar panels (太阳能电池板) has dropped quickly in recent years, increasing the pace of their adoption and paving the way for the creation of large solar farms around the world.One of the major limitations of solar power, of course, is that it can only be generat
31、ed during daylight hours. Putting orbiting solar reflectors in space would help to maximize the effectiveness of solar farms in the years to come. Strategically placing new solar farms in locations which receive the most additional sunlight from the reflectors could make them even more effective.12W
32、hat is the purpose of placing reflectors in space?ATo improve communication between Earth and space.BTo bring the effects of climate change under control.CTo produce electricity for agricultural use.DTo increase the production of solar power.13What may contribute to the application of large-scale so
33、lar farms?AThe increased demand for electricity.BThe decrease in the cost of solar panels.CThe development of space technology.DThe requirement to preserve the environment.14What can be inferred about the future of solar farms?ATheyll replace fossil fuels completely.BTheyll become the main source of
34、 energy.CTheyll be more cost-effective and efficient.DTheyll rely mainly on orbiting reflectors for sunlight.15Where is the text most probably taken from?AA news report.BA maths website.CA marketing brochure.DA policy brief.Adapting to different cultures is an enriching journey that broadens our opi
35、nions and improves global understanding. Here are some steps to help you embrace (拥抱) cultural diversity.Admitting cultural differencesAcknowledge and accept that each culture has its own way of life. Admit that no culture is superior or inferior; they are simply different. 16 .Seeking cultural unde
36、rstandingYou should understand the fundamental aspects of the culture you come across. 17 . Engage in conversations with locals to gain insights into their daily lives and values. This approach will not only enrich your knowledge but also deepen your appreciation for the culture.Exploring local food
37、Food is a window into a cultures soul. Try the local cuisine to experience the diversity of flavors and cooking styles. 18 , each bite can offer a connection to the cultures heritage (遗产).Sharing your own cultureRemember, cultural adaptation is reciprocal (相应的). While youre learning about others, yo
38、u also have the chance to share stories and aspects of your own culture. 19 .In a word, adapting to different cultures is about embracing the diversity with an open heart and mind. 20 . By doing so, you can enrich your life with new viewpoints and experiences.AWhether its seafood or dessertBIf you w
39、ant to know some delicious foodCThis exchange can improve understandingDLearn about their history, traditions, and so onELanguage is a powerful tool for cultural adaptationFIt involves respect and a willingness to learn and shareGIt helps set the stage for a positive attitude to new experiences二、完形填
40、空Ten-year-old Hallee McCoombes was born with spina bifida (脊柱裂), which didnt stop her becoming a star athlete.As Hallee approached the finish line of the 800-metre run for kids with a 21 , the crowd was cheering wildly and calling her 22 . With only ten metres to go, Hallee 23 with every strength, w
41、ithout feeling in her waist and knees but 24 . When Hallee crossed the finish line and felt 25 , her twin, Jada, held her up, whispering, “You came in third!”Hallee has set 26 Australian track-and-field records in events for athletes with her type of disability-long-distance running, long jump, disc
42、us and javelin. Its an amazing achievement for someone who wasnt expected to 27 . Born with spina bifida, Hallee underwent immediate 28 to repair her spinal cord. After recovery, she tried efforts to walk on her own and 29 upper leg muscle and core support.Her mother, Christine McCoombes, trembled (
43、颤抖) when 30 Hallees diagnosis. “The doctors also told us they didnt know what kind of brain 31 she would have with hydrocephalus (脑积水). We really didnt know how much she would be able to function physically and 32 ,” the mother said.Every time Hallees parents watched their 33 daughter compete, their
44、 hearts burst with pride. “I 34 every time, especially when people started cheering for her,” admitted her dad, Gavin. “Hallee has gone against all 35 by becoming a runner despite her spinal condition.”21AgoalBhopeCbasisDdisability22AparentsBtwinsCnameDmission23Aset offBpushed forwardCbroke upDfaded
45、 away24AfortuneBresourceCenergyDpain25AtiredBboredCconfusedDscared26AlimitedBnormalCseveralDflexible27AwalkBgatherCgrowDsettle28AreflectionBoptionCpermissionDoperation29AtransmitBmaintainCignoreDselect30AspottingBenjoyingCrememberingDimagining31AformBtensionCrangeDfunction32AsociallyBmentallyCfinanc
46、iallyDenvironmentally33AweakBdeterminedCfrightenedDintelligent34AcriedBrestedChesitatedDregretted35AintentionsBproposalsCexpectationsDarrangements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。Morals and virtues are like a compass (指南针) 36 guides us in making good choices and doing the right thing. Morals ar
47、e about knowing the difference between right and wrong, while virtues are good qualities or habits we should have.When we face a moral dilemma, its 37 (challenge) to determine the right action to take. In these times, we can rely on our morals to help us choose 38 (wise). For example, being kind, honest, and fair are important moral values that can guide our actions.Virtues, such as 39 (patient), courage, and generosity, help us become better people. They are like strengths we c
