2023-2024学年山东省名校联盟高三上学期期中英语试题

2023-2024

学年山东省名校联盟高三上学期期中英语试题

With its grand castle and famous festival, Edinburgh is a tourist attraction. But Scotland’s capital

isn’t just a collection of big-ticket sights. Set on a series of extinct volcanoes and blessed with

charming antique alleys and grand squares, Edinburgh distinguishes itself with long history and

unique tradition.

Edinburgh isn’t just worth visiting. It’s worth throwing yourself into. Here’s what you need to know

before you dive in.

Arriving in Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s airport is 13 km away from the city center. Buses (cheaper), trams (quicker when the

roads are busy) and taxis (good for door-to-door drop-offs) connect the final station with the city

center. If you’re arriving from outside Britain and you’re not a UK citizen, you’ll need to fill out a

passenger-location form.

Booking in advance can be worth it

The earlier you book your accommodation, the better, especially during the festivals. The biggest

shows, including the Tattoo, should be booked well in advance too. The world’s biggest arts festival

Fringe takes over the city every August. If you’re going, book your accommodation months in

advance and be ready to book the biggest shows early too. If you’re not, avoid August. Things also

get pretty busy around Hogmanay (the run-up to New Year), but the madness is shorter-lived.

Autumn, when the days are long and bright and the winds are generally mild, will suit most visitors

best. But if you don’t mind a spot of wet weather, come in the colder months, when walking along

atmospheric streets with museums and bars.

What kind of currency do you need?

Scotland has its own banknotes, but English notes are accepted everywhere in Scotland. Card

payments are now more common than cash, and they’re the easiest way to pay on public transport

too—if you use cash on a bus, you’ll need exact change, or a pass is a good alternative.

1. What does Edinburgh feature as a tour city?

A

．

A variety of unique architecture.

B

．

A series of unnoticed fancy castles.

C

．

A collection of big-ticket attractions.

D

．

A combination of sights and cultures.

2. Which is the best season to experience Fringe?

A

．

Spring. B

．

Summer. C

．

Autumn. D

．

Winter.

3. What kind of payment is preferred on Edinburgh’s public transport?

A

．

Apple pay.

B

．

Card. C

．

Cheque. D

．

Cash.

Zach Conti has been taking up various jobs for four years so he could go to school. To get by and

pay the bills. he had to sell his plasma, something he wouldn’t have to do if he had a scholarship.

Unfortunately. Eastern Michigan University could not give any more scholarships, according to the

coach of the university’s football team, Chris Creighton. He shared that they’re at 85 scholarships.

and no matter how many times he went to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to

apply for another one, the answer was no. Luckily, a teammate Dooley, who regards Conti as a

family member, was willing to give up his scholarship and give it to Conti.

When asked why he made such a decision, Dooley mentioned he did it because he had seen Conti

grow over the years. Seeing him walk away from something that he loves did not sit well with him.

In his eyes, giving up his scholarship so Conti can stay and play means everything. For Conti,

football was something he really loved, so ever since he got to school, he did whatever it took to stay

here and stay in a good position with academics and football and everything.

When the scholarship was presented to him, Conti said he was so thankful for Dooley for his

kindness and generosity though he did not expect such a big sacrifice (

牺牲

) from him. Creighton

said he had never seen anything like that before and he was comforted by Dooley’s good deed.

Dooley repeated he would do it again in a heartbeat and he hoped to help Conti some more along the

way. “I’m proud of what he has become and cannot wait to see what he does on the field,” added

Dooley.

4. Why did Zach Conti do many jobs?

A

．

To raise family.

C

．

To earn a scholarship.

5. What drove Dooley to give up his scholarship?

A

．

Sense of responsibility.

C

．

Eagerness of being praised.

6. What can be learned about Conti?

A

．

He sacrificed his learning time to play football.

B

．

He was worried about his college admission.

C

．

He showed great sympathy for Dooley.

D

．

He spared no effort to achieve his goal.

7. What does the story convey?

A

．

Reach out when it is needed.

B

．

Hard work will finally pay off.

C

．

Opportunities lie in preparation.

B

．

Willingness to help others.

D

．

Recognition of sportsmanship.

B

．

To gain life skills.

D

．

To afford the school fees.

D

．

One can’t succeed without a team.

Filtration (

过滤

) systems are designed to remove multiple harmful substances from water or air at

the same time, but pollutants in soil can only be tackled individually or a few at a time — at least for

now. A method developed by research center could help turn soil improvement processes from

piecemeal to wholesale.

Current methods of removing pollutants from soil take a lot of time and are expensive. Some

purification techniques also generate secondary waste streams and use up significant amounts of

water or electricity. A team of researchers from the research center showed that mixing polluted soil

with non-poisonous compounds that drive electrical current, then destroying the mix with short

bursts of electricity does flush out both organic pollutants and heavy metals without using water or

generating waste.

The electricity bring soil temperature up to 1000 – 3000 degrees Celsius as needed in seconds,

turning organic pollutants into non-poisonous minerals and poisonous heavy metals into steam.

Moreover, the process is beneficial to soil fertility (

肥沃

).

“This newly established method, which we called high-temperature electrothermal process (HET),

can remove multiple pollutants at a time,” said Bing Deng, the leader of research team. “It was

surprising to us that we do not damage the soil in the process. Being able to regenerate the soil and

put it right back where it was is a huge advantage over existing technologies,” said Tour, “Plants

actually like it more, because of the minerals that get freed up in the thermal cycling.”

According to researchers, the process worked equally well on wet soil and it was economical and

environmentally friendly. They developed two models for both off-and on-site experiments, and

were looking forward to taking this process to the next stage—field testing.

8. What is the problem of the existing filtration system?

A

．

It is hard to operate.

C

．

It is costly to repair.

B

．

It worsens pollution.

D

．

It consumes more time.

9. What does the underlined words “flush out” in paragraph 2 most probably mean?

A

．

Leave out. B

．

Make up for. C

．

Get rid of. D

．

Mix up.

10. How does HET help improve soil quality?

A

．

By heating the soil.

C

．

By integrating pollutants.

11. What may the researchers agree?

A

．

The new technology is still at experimental stage.

B

．

The new methods have proved useful to economy.

C

．

The two models have been widely used in the field.

B

．

By adding new minerals.

D

．

By pouring in more water.

D

．

The soil is greatly improved because of the research.

Dive into icy depths may not sound appealing, but for enthusiasts of cold-water therapy (

治疗

), the

benefits greatly outweigh any short-term discomfort. Participants claim jumping into or swimming

in water no warmer than 15 degrees Celsius leaves them energetic and clear-headed, and even

relieves pain.

Cold-water therapy has become more mainstream in recent years, in part due to the influence of

Wim Hof, a famous Dutch extreme athlete who developed his own method of cold therapy coupled

with conscious-breathing techniques, but it’s not a new trend. 2,000years ago, ancient Greeks used

water therapy to relieve fatigue and treat fever.

In Scandinavian countries, a traditional sauna (

桑拿

) session is sometimes followed by a cold

swimming. Changing between hot and cold temperatures enables blood to move quicker in the skin.

High-performance athletes also use ice baths or cold showers to help reduce the delayed-onset

muscle pains that follows intense exercise. And recent research suggests impressive benefits for

mental health and stress management.

Cold exposure increases “feel-good” hormones, says Harper Phillie, one of a study’s authors.

Swimming is also good exercise and often a social activity, which helps to get rid of anxiety and

allows the body to feel both pleasure and motivation. Harper has been Coldwater swimming for

nearly two decades and compares the stress of cold-water therapy to that of intense exercise. “Done

safely, it’s a pretty effective way to train the body,” he says, “But if you’ve got a heart condition,

you have to be careful.”

If open water isn’t your thing, consider cold showers. For those wanting to try Coldwater swimming

in a lake or ocean, ease into it with short exposure times—just long enough for your body to get past

the shock. Never start by submerging your entire body in at once, and always swim with a friend.

Gradually increase the time you spend in cold water to three or four minutes, at least once a week.

“That’s all you need to get the benefits,” says Harper.

12. What may contribute to the popularity of cold-water therapy?

A

．

Appearance anxiety.

C

．

Peer pressure.

B

．

Celebrity effect.

D

．

Sports fever.

13. Why do the Scandinavians favor a sauna after a cold swimming?

A

．

To keep their skin smooth.

C

．

To bond closer with friends.

14. How does cold water therapy benefit Phillie?

A

．

By killing time.

C

．

By removing fear.

B

．

By lifting spirits.

D

．

By curing diseases.

B

．

To relieve the muscle pain.

D

．

To increase their blood flow.

15. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?

A

．

Cold swimming makes you clear-headed

B

．

Tolerance training benefits intelligence

C

．

Dive into coldness, stay in fitness

D

．

More icy exposure, more gains

Play is so much more than just a way to pass the time. Behind every game, puzzle, or imaginative

scene lies a powerful force shaping a child’s development. 16 Dive in, and you’ll find the answer.

When children engage in play, they do more than just have fun. 17 Neural pathways, those

complex networks responsible for thought, learning, and emotion, are enhanced during these

leisurely activities. Dr. Jaak Panksepp, a pioneer in developmental neuroscience, highlighted in his

research that playful experiences, particularly in the early years, drive the development of these

neural pathways.

Beyond cognitive and emotional development, leisure activities are critical in promoting a child’s

physical health and flexibility. Whether running or jumping rope, or even playing Beyblades, these

actions improve a child’s motor skills. 18

Moreover, such physical engagements push children to be more aware of their body movements and

spatial surroundings. 19 Through play, kids cultivate a symbiotic(

共生的

) relationship between

mind and body, setting the stage for health wholly.

20 It’s an essential tool that helps promote brain development, emotional understanding, physical

health, creativity, and so much more. By understanding the importance of playing, you can provide

your child with the best foundation for a bright and successful future.

A

．

They’re actively constructing their brains.

B

．

But why, exactly, is play so vital for kids?

C

．

That’s why these activities boost physical health.

D

．

Play is more than just a leisurely activity for kids.

E

．

The connection serves immediate childlike wonder.

F

．

The constant participation fuels physical and mental abilities.

G

．

They unconsciously polish their negotiation and cooperation skills.

One cold morning, Lauren Passell, who had been training for an upcoming marathon, was on her

way to work. Suddenly, she ______ on an icy sidewalk and injured her leg. She_____ it was nothing

big. But it turned out to be more ______ than expected.

As she tried to get up, a woman ______ from the crowd and knelt beside her. “All I remember is

seeing her kind face,” Passell ______. “She pushed everyone out of the way and said, ‘I’ve got

this.’”