精品解析：广东省广州市育才中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期中考试英语试题

广州市育才中学2023学年第二学期期中考试 高一英语试卷 本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题），总分120分，考试时间120分钟。 第Ⅰ卷（选择题，共65分） 第一节（共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Everyone knows a power nap feels good, but do you know that power naps fit right into your normal sleep or wake cycle? And, if done right, they can really help you get through the day. We are built to nap Our bodies have an inside timekeeper called the circadian rhythm. The term “circadian” comes from the Latin words meaning “about (circa) a day (diem)”. It is based on 24-hour light/dark cycle and allows your body to keep with the light/dark environment. The circadian rhythm helps you fall asleep and wake up. It changes during the day, as shown in the picture. Keys to power napping Your body’s circadian rhythm falls and rises throughout the day. With the largest fall in the afternoon, your body becomes more tired during this time. That is to say, in the afternoon, you are designed for napping. In studies, a nap lasting a quarter can do the most help in school performance and thinking ability. It helps you to concentrate on your class and reduce stress without affecting your ability to fall asleep at night. As for when to start, the best answer will be around 2:00 pm according to the variation of circadian rhythm. In addition to the length and the timing, there are other ways you can make the most of your power naps: Try deep-breathing or another relaxation technique as you start. Choose a quiet, darkened location. A sleep mask may help. Lie down or sit in a comfortable chair. Listen to soft music or white noise. Try a bit of stretching and walking around to refresh after your nap. 1. At which time does the circadian rhythm decrease? A. From 7:00 am to 10:00 am. B. From 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. C. From 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. D. From 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm. 2. Which of the following nap length best helps your study? A. 15 minutes. B. 30 minutes. C. 45 minutes. D. 60 minutes. 3. How can we recover after a nap according to the t