高中 英语
—Yes, but I'd rather ________. It was so ________.
Science fiction writers create imaginary worlds. The way things work in your imaginary worlds will be based on actual science. So it's important for you to be familiar with the scientific principles and inventions that are related to your creation. For example, if you're writing about human living on a planet with zero gravity, then you need to know the effects of zero gravity on the human body.
Then you have to figure out the exact rules of your imaginary worlds. And you have to follow them. If humans are able to breathe underwater in Chapter 1, your character can't drown in a swimming pool in Chapter 3. The issue here is maintaining your readers' trust. That means the readers are willing to pretend along with you. If you start out with an ordinary detective novel and then throw in someone breathing underwater in the 6th chapter, you will pull the readers out of their imagination. The same thing happens if you change the rules halfway.
Part of your preparation work for the novel is to map out its worlds in great detail. You should decide the following issues: the history of the world, the geography, what possibilities it offers, how everything works in this new reality, and how all of these factors affect the way your characters think, feel, and react to things. You don't have to tell your readers all the rules in the first chapter. But you have to let readers know enough to understand what's going on. This also allows you to work out logical problems and contradictions before you start writing.
When you are writing, remember to make it feel real. You are inviting readers to visit a new world. They will want to be able to see, hear, feel, smell, and even taste what it's like. Whether your novel is about a world without disease or an undiscovered planet, help your readers feel like they're actually there.
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（1） What's the relationship between actual science and science fiction?A . Science fiction promotes the development of actual science. B . Science fiction often reflects the development of actual science. C . Actual science limits the imagination described in science fiction. D . Actual science provides basic principles for science fiction.
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（2） The second paragraph is mainly developed by .A . making comparisons B . giving examples C . following the time order D . analyzing causes
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（3） Which of the following statements is TRUE?A . It is necessary to do some scientific experiments before writing science fiction. B . It is more difficult to write science fiction than ordinary detective novels. C . Readers of science fiction actually pretend the writers' rules are true. D . It is great to leave some contradictions in your science fiction.
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（4） The passage is mainly about .A . how to do scientific research B . how to raise interest in science C . what to expect from science fiction D . how to write science fiction
Located in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, Edgewood Elementary School has set up a crisis response system that goes smoothly there. It has direct connection with agencies such as hospitals, the police station. Many teachers there have given their personal phone numbers to students and families in case they need extra help as well. There's no doubt that the primary school is famous for its quickness in emergency response.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Julia Smith began what was only her second year as a first grade teacher in a virtual classroom at the school. One September afternoon a few weeks into the school, she received a call from Mary White, who was having technical difficulties with her granddaughter's tools for online learning.
Julia immediately knew something was wrong with Mary. The two women had spoken numerous times before, but Julia had never heard the grandmother sound quite like this. Her words were in such disorder that Julia could barely understand her, though she was able to make out that Mary had fallen four times that day. "Was she going to have a stroke (中风)?" Julia wondered.
Julia called her principal, Charlie Green, telling him her concern. From Julia, Green knew that Mary's two grandchildren, aged four and six, were probably home alone with her—the kids' parents were killed in a traffic accident several years ago and now she was their primary guardian. Green assured her that he would call and check on Mary himself. Yet Julia still felt worried, so she grabbed the handbag, rushing out.
Just like Julia, Green could barely understand Mary, but he was able to make out the word "Kids". It called up his memories of his own father, who had suffered a stroke. Green still vividly remembered the symptoms—sudden headaches, confusion, different vision, difficulty speaking and unexpected falls—that his father had experienced. "Mary must be having a stroke," Green thought to himself.
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He realized it was an emergency.
……
When Green and the other two teachers reached the family's home less than ten minutes later, seeing what was happening, they sighed in relief.
Their job is for disabled people.
New York Time—A gunman killed eight people at a mall in Omaha this afternoon and then killed himself, setting off panic among holiday shoppers,the police said.
"The person who we believe to be the shooter has died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds,"Sergeant Teresa Negron of the Omaha Police Department said at televised news."We have been able to clear the mall,"she said."We don't believe we have any other shooters."The police said that at least five other people had been injured in the shootings.
She did not give the shooter's identity."We are still conducting the investigation,"Sergeant Negron said,adding that the city's mayor,who was out of town,was on his way back to Omaha.
She said the police received a 911 call from someone inside the Westroads Mall on the west side of Omaha,and shots could be heard in the background.The first police officers arrived at the mall six minutes after the first call,she said but by then the shootings were over.
It is reported that the gunman left a suicide note that was found at his home by relatives.A law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity（匿名）said the note indicated that the gunman wanted to "go out in style."
The shootings broke the usually ordinary routine of holiday shopping.The gunman was said by some witnesses to have fired about 20 shots into a crowd.Some customers and workers ran screaming from the mall,while others dived into dressing rooms to hide from the shooter.
Shoppers and store workers were trapped inside the mall,which has roughly 135 stores.Others streamed out of mall exits with their hands raised.President Bush was in Omaha this morning to deliver a speech,but he had left the city by the time the shootings took place.
13.What do the underlined words "go out in style" probably mean?
A.To go out of the mall in particular clothes. B.To walk in the mall with oneself focused on.
C.To stop his life in an impressive way. D.To go to a social event by fashionable means.
14.Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A.Nobody knows why the shooter did so and nothing was found at his home.
B.The city’s mayor went to the site when the shooting took place.
C.Police arrived at the mall before the shooting was over and rescued customers.
D.The official who showed what the note meant wanted to keep himself from being known to the public.
15.Which of the following can be the best title of the news?
A.Bush Happened to Escape a Shot
B.Shoppers in Great Panic before the Holiday
C.Shooter Found Dead in a Mall on the west of Omaha
D.Gunman Killed 8 People,Then Himself at a Mall in Omaha
Many________( 过路人 ) saw the colorful posters. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
1．He sent me an email，________to get further information.(hope)
2．I hear they've promoted Tom，but he didn't mention __________(promote)when we talked on the phone.
3．The children finished the run in less than half the time ________(allow)．
4．________(see)that she was going off to sleep，I asked if she'd like that little doll on her bed.
5．The news reporters hurried to the airport，only____________the film star had left.(tell)
6．My sister，an inexperienced rider，was found sitting on the bicycle ________(try)to balance it.
1. 代表（介词短语） _________________ 2. 渴求知识（不用eager） ______________
3. 获得自由的 _______________________ 4. 从事，开始做(某项工作) ______________
5. 厌倦做某事 _______________________ 6. （是）至关重要的 ___________________
7. 受……支配 _______________________ 8. 参与；卷入 _________________________
9. 提议为……干杯 ___________________ 10. （sth.）世代相传 ____________________
Lu Wenfei, 22, is a senior student majoring in broadcasting and TV. engineering at the Communication University of China.
She enjoys chatting with her friends or playing Texas Hold 'em Poker on her iPad over this festive season. She plays all night and sleeps 16 the day,“I like to put everything out of my mind- 17 I have a chance to relax,” said the student from Shanghai. "However, I find 18 more exhausted and flat than when I'm studying hard on campus."
With half of her holiday 19 (go), Lu suffered a series of common post-festival syndromes: stress, fatigue and a sense of frustration. Exhausted and a bit concerned about her graduate project and 20 (find) a job, Lu fell ill with 21 fever.
Lots of college students are hit by 22 (anxious) and depression before a new academic session. Too many parties, gaming and fat eating is exhausting. Sina.com has reported that some training agencies 23 (offer) tutorial service to help the youth to shift from "holiday mode" to"study mode".
Zhang Sheng, 19, 24 is right into watching live English Premier League soccer until 3 or 4 o'clock in the morning, or following the popular British teen drama, Skins, is wondering 25 he can throw off his blue holiday mood.
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The manager expects to meet and talk with successful applicants in Paris in June and July.
25. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To introduce a language school in Japan.
B. To hire language teachers to work in Japan.
C. To describe working conditions in Japan.
D. To make clear the requirements for Japanese teachers.
26. We know from the text that those who are going to Japan will _______
A. teach English only in Osaka B. receive a degree from a university
C. have free accommodation D. get trained for the job
27. Before going to Japan, you need _______.
A. to see the manager of NOVA France B. to take some computer courses
C. to write a letter to Japan D. to find a place to live
The Kentucky Derby is a horse race held every year in Louisville, Kentucky, United States on the first Saturday in May. Here are some helpful suggestions for your first trip to the Kentucky Derby!
Fashion vs. Comfort
In many ways, the Kentucky Derby is the world’s largest and most entertaining fashion show, with impressive hats and clothes! You will be on your feet and walking a lot, so pack a pair of comfortable shoes to change into during the day.
Your Tickets
You MUST have your tickets in order to get through the gates. Please note the only place that has official permission to buy and resell Kentucky Derby tickets is the Kentucky Derby Tickets Exchange. Law enforcement officials will be on site to prevent people from selling tickets at a much higher price.
If you have questions about your tickets in advance of the Derby, please call Churchill Downs customer service at 502-636-4400.
Finding help
With over 14,000 employees throughout the track on Derby day, you aren’t too far from someone who can help. If you cannot find an employee to help you, please text t
he word HORSE to 69050 and you will be placed in touch with Guest Services.
Safety & Security
For the safety of all our guests, your bag may be searched by security. A number of items are forbidden from entering the facility (场所).
For security and crowd control reasons, you cannot enter the facility again after you get out. This means that you will not be able to go outside the gate to fetch items from your car once you have passed through security. Please be sure to bring everything you need.
25. What is the dressing tip?
A. Dress in popular
sports clothes.
B. Prepare a pair of comfortable shoes.
C. Bring several sets of clothes to change into.
D. Put on a hat to provide protection from the sun.
26. What should you do if you want to resell your tickets?
A. Go to the Kentucky Derby Ticket Exchange.
B. Call Churchill Downs customer service.
C. Consult law enforcement officials.
D. Find a buyer by yourself.
27. What can we learn from Safety & Security?
A. You cannot enter the facility after the game begins.
B. You can bring whatever you need into the facility.
C. Your car needs to be examined by security.
D. You are not allowed to re-enter the facility.
A telescope (望远镜), called Gaia, is being designed by astronomers in Europe, and it couldn’t be more different from Pan-STARRS, which is another telescope being designed. While Pan-STARRS will be looking for asteroids (小行星) and comets headed for Earth, Gaia will be looking at our entire galaxy (银河系).
Gaia is designed to draw a map of the Milky Way, our home galaxy. Just as a map of your town gives you a picture of where things are located, Gaia’s map of the galaxy will tell astronomers where the stars are. Over five years, Gaia will observe (观察) about a billion stars and other objects in our galaxy. Each object will be observed about 70 times.
Gaia will be sent into space connected to a rocket. It contains two telescopes, each focused at a different angle (角度). These two telescopes act like Gaia’s“eyes”. The reason why humans can see things in 3D is that we have two eyes focused on the same object, at slightly different angles. By using two telescopes like eyes, Gaia can produce the first 3D map of the positions of the stars it views. Gaia, which is to be sent into space in 2011, will be a powerful telescope. If you were to use it on Earth, for example, you could stand 600 miles away from your best friends and still get a clear picture of their hair.
Gaia is one of more than a dozen telescopes being designed by scientists right now. The next generation of telescopes will reveal new parts of our universe that will seem surprising. The universe, with all its planets, stars and other strange objects, is a puzzle with pieces that we can see by using powerful telescopes.
1. How many different angles can Gaia focus at each time?
A. 2. B. 3. C. 4. D. 5.
2. The map to be drawn by Gaia ______.
A. can show every building on Earth B. can show you where your town is
C. will just show the stars around Earth D. will show where the stars are in our home galaxy
3. What’s Paragraph 4 mainly about?
A. What Gaia will do in space. B. When Gaia will start to work.
C. How powerful Gaia will be. D. What Gaia will do to Earth.
4. The underlined sentence in the last paragraph suggests that the next generation of telescopes
___.
A. seem very surprising to scientists B. will not be put into use in a short time
C. will just look at new things in universe D. will be more powerful than the old generations
