2020届焦作市人民中学高三英语一模试卷及参考答案

2020届焦作市人民中学高三英语一模试卷及参考答案

第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）

第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项

A

Some colleges have started offering their own gap year programs to support students who want to take a

year off in a meaningful way. Below, we’ll look at four of these programs.

American University Gap Program

When to apply: By July 15 or November 15

Is there funding available? No.

In American University Gap Program, students spend three days per week with a government or business

organization in the city. Students go on field trips, listen to guest speakers, take part in hands-on lessons and work

on service projects as a group. Students who complete the program can earn seven credits.

Duke University Gap Year Program

When to apply: By early May of each year

Is there funding available? Yes, $5,000 to $15,000.

Though Duke University has no course of study or experience for its gap year program, it encourages students

to have an independent plan for their year off, particularly one that promotes personal growth. Independent

experiences may include community service, personalized experiential learning opportunities and others.

Florida State University Gap Year

When to apply: By February 24

Is there funding available? Yes, up to $5,000.

Florida State University offers gap year funding to students wishing to work or volunteer before starting

college. In order to get the momey, students must explain their plans for their gap year. The experience must last

over one year.

St Norbert College Bridge Year Experience

When to apply: not specified

Is there funding available? Not specified.

Students taking part in the Bridge Year Experience can travel to locations such as New Mexico, Wisconsin and

Guatemala during the fall term, where they learn about the local cultures, take courses and get service opportunities.

1.What does Duke University advise students to do during their gap year?

A.Focus on their personal growth. B.Be independent of their parents.

C.Apply before the end of November. D.Contact some off-campus organization.

2.How can students get gap year funding from Florida State University?

A.By having extra credits. B.By organizing several projects.

C.By showing their gap plans. D.By doing volunteer work.

3.If you are interested in travelling, you can choose ________.

A.Florida State University Gap Year

B.American University Gap Program

C.Duke University Gap Year Program

D.St. Norbert College Bridge Year Experience

B

Dad’s comb was jade green. I heard he bought it when he married Mum, which made the comb two years

older than I was. Every night, he wouldsmile, hand me the comb and say, “Be a good girl and help Daddy clean it,

OK?”

I was more than happy to do it. At age five this mundane task brought me such joy. I would excitedly turn the

tap on, then brush the comb with a used toothbrush as hard as I could. Satisfied that I’d done a good job, I would

proudly return the comb to Dad. He would smile at me and place the comb on top of his wallet.

About two years later, Dad left his sales job and started his own wholesale business. I started primary school.

That was when things started to change. He didn’t come home as much as he used to – just a couple of times a

week. And when he did come home, it was always late and I’d already be in bed. I started to get mad. I stopped

waiting for him to come home, and stopped going downstairs to check on him.

Today, I’m no longer a kid. I’ve graduated from college and got a job. Dad’s business has got back on track.

Things are better now. Yet the uncomfortable silence between Dad and me persisted.

Two days before my birthday last year, Dad came home early. As usual, I helped him carry his bags into his

study. When I turned to leave, he said, “Hey, would you like to help me clean my comb?” I looked at him a while,

then took the comb and headed to the sink.

I passed the clean comb back to Dad. He looked at it and smiled. But this time, I noticed something different.

My dad has aged. He has wrinkles next to his eyes when he smiles, yet his smile is still as heartwarming as before. The smile of a father who just wants a good life for his family. Dad carefully placed his comb on top of his wallet.

After so many years, he still organizes his personal items in the same meticulous way. I guess some things

never change. And for that, I’m glad.

4. What caused the uncomfortable silence between Dad and me?

A. Generation gap. B. Dad’s failure in business.

C. My ignorance of Dad. D. Dad’s absence from the family.

5. Which of the following can best describe Dad?