山东省青岛市黄岛区2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中英语试题.docx

1、山东省青岛市黄岛区2024-2025学年高三上学期11月期中英语试题一、阅读理解Books We LoveTwenty QuestionsMac BarnettThe point of this book, from a pair of childrens literature all-stars, is conversation. Some of the questions are simple, some complex, and all are paired with attractive, often amusing illustrations from Christian Robin

2、son.Alone: The Journey s of Three Young Refugees (难民)Paul TomThe critically admired documentary Seuls is reinterpreted as a fully illustrated adaptation for young readers. Traveling on your own when youre a kid is difficult, not to mention traveling as a refugee to a country where you dont even spea

3、k the language. The stories of three kids from Iran, Burundi and Uganda, respectively, are thrown into sharp relief when their narratives are illustrated by Baillairg Mlanie on the page. Its so exciting and young readers may completely forget the book they are reading isnt fictional.The Eyes and the

4、 ImpossibleDave EggersCertain childrens books take the voices of animals, or toys that become animals, and are so pure, so sincere, that they become part of our own voices. Jchannes, the Eyes of the park, who runs like light, who sees you but is never seen, is a dog who wants nothing more than to be

5、 free. With Shawn Harris grand illustrations, Johannes is a hero for all time.A Walk in the WoodsNikki GrimesA sad boy, suffering the loss of his father, follows a treasure map into the woods they used to visit together. Nikki Grimes powerful, yet tender language is an ideal complement(补充) to Jerry

6、Pinkneys loose art. Honest, healing-this is a memorable story of strength and comfort. Its a must-read for anyone who cares deeply about childrens books.1Which book is written through the voice of animals?ATwenty Questions.BAlone: The Journeys of Three Young Refugees.CThe Eyes and the Impossible.DA

7、Walk in the Woods.2What can we learn about the second book?AIt is adapted from a film.BIt receives much criticism.CIt offers advice on traveling.DIt tells of an imaginary story.3What do the four books have in common?AThey are in form of questions.BThey focus on family matters.CThey are intended for

8、young readers.DThey are illustrated by the same artist.At 75 years old, Geda Qawla finds himself forgetting more and more words: the names of trees or types of bird. As one of just five remaining speakers of Ongota, he gets few opportunities to speak his mother tongue.The decline of this Ethiopian t

9、ongue is a small part of a global linguistic crisis. Currently, a language dies every two weeks. If this trend continues, half of the 7,000 languages spoken today could go silent by the end of this century. Most at risk are the 50 per cent of languages that lack a written form, and those that are sp

10、oken by 10,000 people or fewer.The biggest drivers are technology and globalisation. As regions become more interconnected, speakers of smaller languages are coming under pressure to drop their mother tongue in favour of bigger languages. Increasing levels of migration also play a role, cutting spea

11、kers off from their native languages and forcing them to adopt new ones.Some languages have been brought back from the extinction. These languages were the subjects of decades-long“revitalisation programmes”, involving sustained investments in schools, media and even road signs. For most languages,

12、however, there are few resources for this, including Ongota.Researchers at nearby Arba Minch University are working on a dictionary of the Ongota language in the hope of preserving it. Several young, educated Ongota are also keen to preserve the language. These include Worro Molle,25,a civil servant

13、 in the nearby town, who is trying to learn it by himself with the aid of an old handbook. “This language is part of me,” he said. For Sav, the Italian anthropologist, the disappearance of Ongota would be a tragedy. “When you lose a language, you lose a richness, a vision of the world that is comple

14、tely unique.”4What troubles Geda about the Ongota language?AHe lacks enough language practice.BThe language has new changes in words.CFew want to learn the language from him.DIt is forbidden to use the language in public.5What is paragraph 3 mainly about?AWhat languages require protection.BHow techn

15、ology changes languages.CMeasures to preserve endangered languages.DReasons for the decline of smaller languages.6What does Worro Molle think of the Ongota language?AIt is invaluable.BIt has a bright future.CIt is difficult to learn.DIt requires promoting.7What is the purpose of writing the passage?

16、ATo introduce a man with a rare language.BTo stress the richness of world languages.CTo explore a social phenomenon of languages.DTo present a research on a language programme.Researchers investigated whether letting students use their phones for very brief amounts of time called phone or technology

17、 breaks can enhance classroom performance and reduce mobile use and it seems to have worked according to their study.Throughout a full term, the research team led by Professor Ryan Redner let students use their phones during the break, lasting one, two, or four minutes, respectively. In some of the

18、bi-weekly sessions, the researchers introduced equally long question breaks as a control condition. During the breaks, students were not allowed to use their phones but were encouraged to ask questions. Both breaks occurred 15 minutes into the lecture element of class. In the study, phone use was de

19、fined as touching the phone.The results, published in the journal Frontiers in Education, showed that when technology breaks were introduced, students generally used their phones less often than during the sessions with only question breaks. During breaks lasting just 60 seconds, phone use was at it

20、s lowest, making them the most efficient at reducing the time students spent on their phones during class. The researchers at Southern Illinois University say it is not yet fully understood why that might be, but Redner said one possibility is that one minute is enough time to read and send a smalle

21、r number of messages. “If they have more time to send many messages, they may be more likely to receive messages and respond again during class.”The research team also found that in class sessions where one-minute breaks were in effect, students test performance crested: Higher average test scores f

22、or over 80% of participants were consistently observed. The researchers say that it is unlikely that students behaved differently knowing their phone use was monitored an effect called “reactivity”.While the results point to the possible effectiveness of short technology breaks, the researchers said

23、 more studies are needed. “We hope our findings inspire researchers and teachers to try approaches to reducing cell phone use that are reinforcement-based.”8What was the purpose of the study?ATo monitor students behavior in class.BTo evaluate the quality of question breaks.CTo get proper amount of t

24、ime for phone use.DTo determine the efficiency of technology breaks.9What can we learn from paragraph 3?AStudents used phones less with question breaks.BOne-minute breaks had the most efficient effect.CResearchers found scientific evidence for their findings.DPhone breaks led to students sending mor

25、e messages than usual.10What does the underlined word “crested” in paragraph 4 mean?ARemained stable.BBecame misty.CPeaked.DWorsened.11What did the researchers suggest?AStudents use phones more often during class.BTeachers stop monitoring students phone use.CTheir findings should be applied in more

26、fields.DFurther studies should be conducted on the issue.In the ever-changing and continually developing landscape of technology, Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a groundbreaking innovation, reshaping how we interact with machines and the world around us. Understanding the cor

27、e principles of this technology and its potential consequences for the future is of vital importance.Generative AI is a subset (子集) of machine learning, a branch of artificial intelligence. Unlike traditional AI systems that follow preset rules to make decisions, generative AI learns from vast amoun

28、ts of data and creates novel content that is often indistinguishable from human-generated work. In fact, it has revolutionized various fields. In art, it can create amazing images and even compose music. In writing, it can generate articles, stories, and even poetry. In the tech industry, it aids in

29、 designing new products and improving software development processes.However, with great power comes great responsibility. The rise of generative AI has caused ethical (道德的) debates. For instance, the potential for deepfakes (深度伪造)-AI-generated videos or images that can be used to mislead or control

30、-creates significant risks. Its essential to approach generative AI with a critical mind, understanding its limitations and the ethical considerations involved. Moreover, generative AI raises questions about creativity and authorship. When an AI creates a piece of art or literature, who holds the co

31、pyright? These are complex issues that society is still tackling with.As you research deeper into the world of AI, remember that technology is a tool. It can be used to solve problems and improve lives, or it can be misused. Its up to you, as the next generation of innovators and leaders, to help AI

32、 develop in a positive direction.Generative AI is a powerful technology with the potential to transform industries and create new possibilities. So stay informed about these advancements and consider how you can contribute to shaping a future where technology benefits all of humanity.12What can we l

33、earn about Generative AI from the text?AIt is a new form of entertainment.BIt has changed our life completely.CIt raises complex ethical problems.DIt is too advanced for society to handle.13How does generative AI differ from traditional AI systems?AIt creates better content than humans.BIt is specia

34、lly used in the tech industry.CIt follows preset rules to make decisions.DIt generates new content from loads of data.14What is one of the concerns raised by the rise of generative AI?AThe ability to create lifelike images.BThe decline in the demand for human artists.CThe potential misuse of AI-gene

35、rated output.DThe reduced awareness of the copyright of works.15What is the authors advice to the young generation?ATo limit the advancement of AI.BTo use technology as a tool for good.CTo become good innovators and leaders.DTo create new possibilities for industries.I worked with Frank who was kind

36、, but quick to voice his opinion especially when he thought something wasnt right. Some misunderstood his intent. 16 The reason for this has to do with a simple two-word phrase: healthy disagreement.Healthy disagreement is the ability to honestly and respectfully present an opposing opinion instead

37、of simply going along with whats presented. 17 A culture of healthy disagreement also improves the quality of a teams work by exposing shortcomings in singular ways of thinking. 18 Some people have personalities that are simply more agreeable. This isnt necessarily bad because highly agreeable peopl

38、e typically display a high degree of empathy. Taken too far, agreeableness can also become a weakness. It can tempt you to resist speaking up when needed. Another reason has to do with the way people tend to act in groups. People feel social pressure to agree with others, even when they dont underst

39、and the reasons-or even when. those reasons dont make sense. 19 There are a few things you can do to promote a culture of healthy disagreement. Dont disagree just for the sake of disagreeing. One way is to ask yourself: If I dont say this, will I regret it later? 20 Often, its not what you say that

40、people take the wrong way, rather, its how you say it. If youre the type who isnt afraid to speak up even when everyone else agrees, keep doing so. Or, if youre the opposite, the next time someone speaks up or starts to rock your boat, resist the urge to dismiss them as “difficult.” Remember the val

41、ue they bring and the power of those two emotionally-intelligent words: healthy disagreement.AHe was afraid to bring trouble for himself.BBut most appreciated him for keeping it real.CHealthy disagreement can be difficult to achieve.DPut simply, people are often afraid to be different.EWhen you do s

42、peak up, remember to do so respectfully.FIt promotes creativity and helps teams avoid groupthink.GWithout respect, disagreement can easily turn into personal attacks.二、完形填空Many of us spend summers on the beach, creating sand castles. But could it also be a 21 ? For sculptor Hawkins, the founder of A

43、labama-based Sand Castle University, its a great way to stay 22 and spread joy while teaching skills.Hawkins began her 23 as a sand sculptor while still in college after seeing a job listing. After 24 the necessary skills, she pursued her passion by 25 the sand castle university. “Everything 26 toge

44、ther - the sand was perfect, the weather was perfect - and when I finished, I knew it was something to be 27 of!” As she carves, Hawkins needs to be 28 , because anything can happen in the open-air art studio, the bad weather or other difficulties. But these 29 are what she loves about creating thes

45、e brief sculptures.Her business is expanding, while shes continuing to 30 her own skills. Last year, she took on a dragon sculpture for the first time. Getting the details of the scales and teeth took a lot of 31 and time, but was worth it in the end.Hawkins hopes to show that sand sculpting can be

46、a 32 career and a fun, creative activity for anyone looking to 33 digital devices and spend some time at the beach. “There are important 34 to sand sculpting,” she says. “You have to practice and practice. Dont be discouraged by 35 . If you make mistakes, it means youre trying hard!”21AhobbyBcareerC

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