2017届上海市黄浦区高考二模试卷-（含答案）(2)

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which I am daily encountering .”

In 1858, Wallace wrote what became as the ?Temate essay “: a piece of writing that was to change our understanding of life forever . In his essay , Wallace argued that a species would only turn into another species if it was struggling for existence . Henry W. Bates was one of many scientists delighted by the idea of evolution by natural selection . In a letter to Wallace , he wrote :” The idea is like truth itself , so simple and obvious that those who read and understand it will be stuck by its simplicity , and yet it is perfectly original .”

56. __________finally caused Wallace to explore the world ?

A. His strong affection for nature B. His life-long devotion to beasts C. His deep love for adventure D. Increasing demand for insects 57.Which of the following is True about Wallace?s first strip ?

A. It took him six weeks to explore the Amazon with all kinds of transportation B. He made a scientific study of a fairly limited number of insects . C. The fire cost him his four years? collection of animals D. His passion cooled after the disaster

58. Wallace felt _________on the Malay Archipelago . A. fearless B. lucky C. challenged D. risky

59. Wallace?s idea on evolution of natural selection ___________. A. made no sense at that time B. built up a new concept of life C. was too simple to be true D. revealed the origin of nature

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Virtual reality

Probably the most exciting tech development of recent times , virtual reality (VR) has arrived , with sufficient options available to the consumer who ?s searching for an extra amount of high-tech fun . The cheapest way to get a high-end VR experience comes courtesy of Sony . Its Play Station VR doesn?t require a tricked-out PC or expensive phone-it works with the Playstation 4 control board and comes with a few great games in its library . There is a some equipment you can purchase to enhance the experience , but if you ?ve already got a PS4 you can enter the world of VR for just $400. Other high –end offerings like the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift , as well as mobile options like Samsung?s Gear VR, will get your head in the game .

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Wireless headphones

Combining ease of use with the ability to move wild around your home , gym or workplace , wireless headphones just make sense . And there are plenty of practical options to suit any budget . The Boss QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones are definitely worth a test drive , though . The full-size , around –ear Bluetooth headphones highlights active noise cancellation and double as a headset for making phone calls . They ?ve earned the Editor ?s Choice award at Cnet.com and can be purchased for less than $400 online.

Digital cameras

While your phone is a worthy assistant , there?s no substitute for a real camera when it comes to taking the perfect picture . And these days you can get quality specifications in a package that?s almost as small as your smartphone. The shiny design of the Fujifilm X70, $ 699, makes it the perfect companion , or you could go retro with the Olympus PEN-F($1,200) that offers old school looks alongside cutting edge technology . Domestically , it?s worth checking out Xiaomi?s mirror less Yi MI for a more affordable option. With a high-end 20 –megapixel (兆像素) sensor and the ability to host multiple lenses , it?s available from just 2,199 yuan .

60. Sony can provide high-tech fun at the lowest cost because _________

A. players can play free games online B. PS4 owners don?t need any other device C. it gives players adequate experience D. players have purchased expensive PCs.

61. What is Bose Quiet Comfort 35 wireless headphones?s selling point promoted in the passage ? A. They have various types to meet users? needs B. Users can reduce noise manually C. They work better in the wild

D. Users can make phone calls with the headphones

62. If your friend , who favors everything in the styles of the past , plans to make perfect pictures with a new device , you will most probably recommend ________.

A. A smart phone B. Fujifilm X70 C. Olympus PEN-F D. Yi Mi

(C) Naquela Wright?s life took an unexpected turn when she lost her eyesight as a teenager, but even when her world became immersed in darkness, the New Jersey resident didn?t want to quit social media.

Using Facebook was a challenge at first. Diagnosed in 2010 with pseudotumor cerebri, a rare health condition in which pressure increases around the brain and can result in the loss of vision, Wright learned how to use a

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