1、广东省部分地区2020-2021年高二下学期期末联考英语试题精选汇编七选五专题广东省梅州市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题第二节 七选五（共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多 余选项。How would you feel if you had to give up your smartphone for nine days? In 2018, and again in 2021, philosophy professor and writer Ron Srigley offered extra cr
2、edit to those who would give him keeping of their phones for nine days and write about the experience.What they wrote was remarkable, and remarkably consistent （一致的）， Srigley wrote. At first, all the students felt confused and frustrated. 26 ,They paid more attention to the people around them.For on
3、e thing, they observed, for the first time, how much other people were using their phones, for example in the middle of a face - to - face conversation.“27 , but yet again, I find myself guilty of this sometimes because it is the norm（常态）， one student wrote. Another noted that as she walked by other
4、 people, they tended to pull out their phones right before I could gain eye contact with them”.They had better face to face conversations with family.Two of the students were accustomed to using their phones to repeatedly message with their family members throughout the day, and they felt deprived （
5、剥夺）of this contact. But when the students spent in - person time with their parents, 28 .They were more afraid.Some of the students reported that they were fearful of having no phones, wondering what they would do if they were kidnapped or attacked or had to call an ambulance for some reason. Srigle
6、y not- ed, Whats making known is that these students considered the world to be a very dangerous place.29 . The city in which these students lived has one of the lowest crime rates in the world and almost no violent crime of any kind, yet they experienced a common, undefined fear.Without cellphones,
7、 life would be simple and real, 30 . Thats probably truer for all of us than we would like to admit.A. This action is very rude and unacceptableB. their conversations were constantly interruptedC. Cellphones were seen as necessary to combat that dangerD. but we got things done quicker without the sm
8、artphonesE. but we may not be able to cope with the world and our societyF. But after a few days without smartphones, they began to notice other things tooG. the parents were mostly pleased because they suddenly had their childrens undivided attention 广东省茂名市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题第二节（共5小题;每小题2.5分，满
9、分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。While most of us are familiar with the fun and excitement of taking a vacation with family or friends, far fewer people have set out on a holiday by themselves. There are plenty of benefits to plan a solo(单独的) travel as your next getaway. _16_ Weve go
10、t a whole list of reasons why you should consider travelling alone. You re in charge of the itinerary(行程) Did you ever have the unfortunate experience of being dragged to a crowded tourist trap with your family or miss out on a one-of-a-kind destination because none of your friends were interested?
11、That all goes out the window when youre in complete control of the itinerary. _17_ Travelling solo provides the perfect opportunity to visit the sequestered(隐蔽的) sites youve had marked on a map for years. Plenty of chances to meet new peopleWhen visiting a new place alone, you really have no choice
12、but to communicate with new people. _18_ Locals not only have insider information that you wont find in a guidebook, but speaking with someone native to the country is a great way to learn about their culture. Expand your comfort zone_19_ Between practicing your real-world conversation skills in a f
13、oreign language and trying unfamiliar food, travelling alone forces you to face a variety of new situations. When you only have yourself to rely on, you have a real opportunity to learn what youre capable of. A chance to stop and reflectWhether you plan on getting close to nature or just spending an
14、 afternoon daydreaming at a sidewalk cafe, travelling alone offers a unique chance to pause and see things from a new view. Add in the experience of a new culture and the chance to interact with people of different backgrounds. _20_A. Not convinced yet?B. Everyone has unique interests.C. Step out of
15、 your comfort zone and achieve your goal.D. Gelling outside of your comfortable box is tough at first.E. Spending time alone in a new place forces you to try new things.F. And youll come back from a solo vacation with a new outlook on life.G. It might seem frightening, but talking to local people ha
16、s many benefits.广东省广州市海珠区2020-2021学年高二下学期期末英语试题第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Ways to Get Out of a Bad MoodPractice gratitude and positivityPractice gratitude as a way to rid your bad mood. Reflect on your day or your week and think about (or better yet, write dow
17、n) the good things that happened. _16_ Start small by appreciating the little things in life: the smell of coffee, the kindness of a stranger, the sound of your baby laughing. Gratitude can be just as addictive as a bad mood. Boost your mood by taking exerciseMost people experience an improved mood
18、within five minutes of exercise. The most notable shift that exercise creates is the release of four notable chemicals into your brain: serotonin, dopamine, endorphins and norepinephrine. These chemicals are released into your body and are designed to make you feel happy. _17_ If youve gotten stuck
19、in a bad mood, try an exercise class or go on a long walk or run. Youll be surprised how much it helps!Meditate to relax your body and mindMeditation is another way to use your amazing body to work with you to help you boost your way out of a bad mood. It makes you stop and face those feelings and r
20、elax the tension that they are causing. Meditation can give you a break from your current environment and allow you to experience a mental refresher. To meditate, find a quiet place to sit comfortably. Take slow, deep breaths. _18_ Try to picture your bad mood leaving your body with every exhalation
21、.Have a good restStudies have shown that even partial sleep loss has a significant effect on mood. University of Pennsylvania researchers found that subjects who were limited only 4.5 hours of sleep a night for one week reported feeling more stressed, angry, sad, and mentally exhausted. _19_Connect
22、with your support systemThis one is incredibly important and often underestimated. When we feel low, we feel disconnected and unvalued by those around us. Reaching out and talking out your bad mood to a trusted friend in your support network really helps you get out of a bad mood. _20_A. You dont ha
23、ve to start off big.B. In fact, they are called the happiness chemicals!C. It is a good way to distract you from the bad mood.D. Focus on your breathing and on clearing your mind of other thoughts.E. Focus on the positive aspects of your life and acknowledge your gratitude.F. When the subjects resta
24、rted normal sleep, they reported obvious improvement in mood.G. It helps us process our feelings, put them into perspective and obtain advice and support.广东省深圳市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末调研考试英语试题第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。From local parks in Kansas to the sandy beaches
25、 of Brazil, soccer is played by millions of children across the globe. Participating in a soccer league offers a constructive way for children to have fun and provides an opportunity for families to spend quality time together. _31_. Becoming fit_32_. Soccer combines elements that require a high lev
26、el of fitness in players. The required level of fitness helps children to maintain healthy body weight. Regular exercise builds muscle strength and increases energy levels. Making friendsSoccer leagues are open to various age groups to compete. Thus children can be members of a team during important
27、 development stages. _33_. They also learn important character building traits (特征) such as working hard to develop skills and good sportsmanship. _34_A world-class event represents the diversity of the games participants and fans as well as the various places it is played. A love of soccer can stim
28、ulate children to think broader about the world in terms of countries, cultures and people. It can also arouse their interest in traveling, foreign languages as well as geography. Curing boredomPlaying soccer can teach children constructive ways to cure boredom. The games pace can be the perfect ant
29、idote (矫正方法) for children who are easily bored. _35_. Being a member of a soccer team will give them access to positive coaches and other adults who will teach them helpful time-management techniques.A. Staying positiveB. Broadening horizonsC. It also benefits childrens physical and emotional wellbe
30、ingD. With fans around the world, there are different kinds of gamesE. Instead of feeling tired and impatient for losing interest, children will be activeF. Learning the importance of daily exercise can help children lead a healthier lifeG. They experience healthy peer-group interactions and build r
31、elationships in activities广东省湛江市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末调研考试英语试题第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。The Case for ClassicsMany high schoolers complain when they look at a course syllabus (大纲) for Chinese and see literary assignments that include The Story Of The Stone and othe
32、r pieces of classic literature. 16 But there are some good reasons why reading the classics is an important part of a 2lst century education. 17 As students explore texts that were written hundreds of years before, they peer through a window into the world as it was in those days. Being able to hear
33、 those voices from the past is a privilege young people should be grateful to have.Furthermore, as students examine classic works, they begin to see the fabric of history from a different perspective (视角). Absorbed with their own daily activities, most teens rarely think about the fact that human ci
34、vilization has been around for a long time. 18 The experiences and perspectives of those people can provide important insights into the challenges that teenagers face today. The wording and style may have changed, but the underlying themes that stir (搅拌) the heart, including love, loss, courage, rev
35、olution, and humor, are as true today as they were for the authors of these early works.One of the most important reasons to study classic literature, however, is to expand ones mind. 19 To illustrate this, a group of scientists gathered volunteers who agreed to have their brains scanned while readi
36、ng phrases from classic literature in both their original form and in modern translations. The result of the study showed a significant increase in the brain activity of people reading the original texts. 20 It connects students to the history and values of the broader human community. It challenges
37、 their minds with the ideas and words of people who came before them. Therefore, if todays teens are going to grow as readers, writers, and critical thinkers, it is essential that classic literature remains a part of their education.A. Clearly, thats why it is so important.B. Classic literature is i
38、mportant in a high school education.C. These were things that were on peoples minds at that time.D. Students often wonder why they have to study ancient writing.E. Reading writings from long ago can be like stepping into a time machine.F. Nor do they realize their lives are connected to the lives of
39、 the ancient people.G. Learning to appreciate an unfamiliar style of writing can stretch the brain and help it grow stronger.参考答案广东省梅州市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题广东省茂名市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题【答案】16. A 17. B 18. G 19. E 20. F广东省广州市海珠区2020-2021学年高二下学期期末英语试题【答案】16. A 17. B 18. D 19. F 20. C广东省深圳市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末调研考试英语试题【答案】31. C 32. F 33. G 34. B 35. E广东省湛江市2020-2021学年高二下学期期末调研考试英语试题16-20 DEFGB
