2023～2024学年度第二学期期中调研测试
高二英语试卷
(考试时间：120分钟 总分：150分)
注意事项：
第二部分：阅读理解(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
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My Daughter Forever Locket
From the day she was born, she has been your treasure. Now our craftsmen have created this extremely attractive locket (纪念盒吊坠), a unique present from Danbury Mint, to represent your love for her.
Sparkles with eight diamonds!
The beautiful double-sided locket has a pair of hearts — representing you and your daughter — on one side, and a beautiful heart pattern on the other. The locket shines with eight diamonds, and she’ll really love the distinctive heartfelt message inside. The locket is plated (镀) in luxurious 18ct gold and presented on a trace chain, which can be worn up to 20 inches in length. It will arrive in an attractive presentation box, perfect for gift-giving.
Affordable monthly instalments (分期付款)! Satisfaction guaranteed!
This complex piece of jewellery makes the perfect gift! The My Daughter Forever Locket can be yours to give for only £90, payable in three monthly instalments of £30; postage and handling is £7.80 no matter how many you order. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. If you or your daughter are not delighted, you may return the locket within 90 days for a FULL refund — including our postage and handling charge!
Don’t delay, order today!
Go to www.danburymint.co.uk or call now on 0344 557 1000. Alternatively, post your order form to the following address: Danbury Mint. Davis Road, Chessington KT9 1SE.
Attention: Our locket is also available for your granddaughter!
21. What is special about the locket?
A. It is designed for daughters.
B. It can be extended to 20 inches.
C. It is made of gold and diamonds.
D. It includes a sincere message inside.
22. How much do you pay for buying two lockets without instalment?
A. £180. B. £97.8. C. £187.8. D. £90.
23. Where is this text probably taken from?
A. A travel guide. B. An advertisement.
C. A textbook. D. An academic article.
B
Rising Legacy High School senior Brianna Ortiz is one of five students in the US and the only Texan to be selected to attend the International Science School (ISS) this summer in Australia
This famous programme, designed to inspire young minds and awaken a passion for space exploration, provides students with an immersive and educational experience that promises to shape their future in the field of space science.
Brianna’s space journey started when she tooke part in MISD’s Orbitz program in the fall of 2021. That experience gave her the opportunity to apply for ISS through an extensive application process that included letters of recommendation, writing essays and an interview. ISS selected Brianna from a highly competitive pool of international applicants who share an enthusiasm for space exploration.
During the program, Brianna will have the privilege of engaging with outstanding scientists, engineers and educators who will guide her through a series of hands-on activities, simulations (模拟), and lectures. This comprehensive training will provide her with invaluable knowledge about space travel, rocketry, robotics, and other essential aspects of the aerospace industry.
“This is a dream come true for me, and I can’t wait to immerse myself in the world of space exploration,” Brianna said. “When I was little, I wanted to be an astronaut, but now I’m interested in becoming an aerospace engineer and building rockets that impact the way we live here on Earth.”
