山东省临沂市2022-2023学年高二上学期期末考试英语试卷学校：_姓名：_班级：_考号：_一、阅读理解Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays. Unique beaches Yonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyako Island, where white sand stretches for seven kilometers. The ocean is colored in emerald blue, attracting visitors with its beauty. Compact Sunayama Beach, known for its arch-shaped rock, is located in a small cove, and is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel of trees. Diverse and colorful fish Snorkeling (潜水)is a must-try in Miyako Island. Dense coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features. For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Imgyo Marine Garden, Waiwai Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots. The bridges Irabu Bridge is the longest toll-free bridge in Japan. It connects Miyako Island and Irabujima, stretching for 3540m, drawing a gentle curve (曲线). The length of the bridge can also be read as “san (3) go (5) no shi (4) ma,” meaning coral island in Japanese. Smaller bridges connect Irabu and Shimoji islands, giving visitors additional beach options. On Shimoji Island, there is a boardwalk around Tooriike, two dramatic marine (海洋的)ponds connected to each other and the sea by an underwater cave system. For more information, please click here www. travelguide. com.1、What is special about the Compact Sunayama Beach?A. Its rock is arch-shaped.B. The white sand stretches long.C. The ocean is colored in emerald blue.D. Its location is in a narrow tunnel of tree.2、Which place is the best for experienced snorkelers?A. Aragusuku.B. Irabu.C. Waiwai beach.D. Shigira.3、What can we know about Irabu Bridge?A. It has two marine ponds.B. It presents a gentle curve.C. It is the longest bridge in Japan.D. It connects Miyako Island and Shimoji.Originally from Binghamton, Senior Jonathan Shapiro, the Business major decided to pursue his degree to further his music career. “The reason I came here was because in my senior year, I had a manager who was the owner of 105.5 The Beat, a radio station here in Rochester, and he invited me to come to this Kevin Gates concert,” Shapiro said. “I worked with him for months, and I never ended up signing but this school was close to him.”The majority of fellow rappers that Shapiro has encountered in Rochester live different lives than he doesthey dont go to college, and theyre born-and-bred inner-city Rochester residents. They have, according to Shapiro, “a lot of real-life experiences” that come through in their work, which he admires. “Ive met kids as young as 15 and people as old as 30 in the studios.”Shapiro himself has been shifting into, in his own words, “a more hyperpop sound” in comparison to his earlier work. He started making his own music in seventh grade after breaking his back, which shattered his dream of becoming a professional soccer player, and never stopped. In the future, Shapiro is planning a joint concert with some other Rochester musicians and rappers in the spring at Water Street Music Hall, as well as releasing further music across the course of the year. “It would be a mix of local artists and some UR artists, like a festival,” Shapiro said. “I want it to be a showcase of multiple artists if I can make that happen.”When asked about advice that he would give to ambitious musicians and rappers here in Rochester, Shapiro had this to say: “Dont get discouraged by results and dont be results-oriented (导向). If you want to get out there, do it because you love it and because you want to make good art, and that will always have an impact.”4、What can we learn about Shapiro in paragraph 1?A. He became a staff of a radio station.B. He went on with his music learning.C. He worked as a manager in a concert.D. He graduated from a business school.5、What does the underlined word “shattered” mean in paragraph 3?A. Killed.B. Fulfilled.C. Continued.D. Abandoned.6、Which of the following can best describe Shapiro?A. Adorable and reliable.B. Positive and talented.C. Cooperative and admirable.D. Courageous and experienced.7、What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Focusing on Results Always MattersB. Setting Goals can Build a Life-long CareerC. Learning from Failure is the Key to SuccessD. Following Your Heart can Make a DifferenceThe “butterfly effect” may be real, which is used to describe seemingly insignificant events that can have unplanned consequences. But there might be a more literal “butterfly effect” taking place right before our eyes, scientists suggest. According to new research, insects actually carry electrical charges which can have enormous effects on the atmosphere, potentially influencing even the weather. The findings were publis