湖南省衡阳市2018届高三第三次联考(三模)英语试题

第Ⅰ卷（选择题共100分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.What will the man do this evening?A.To go to the concert.B.To meet Jack.C.To write his essay.2.Why will the man get home late?A.Because he will meet his friend.B.Because he has just taken a new project.C.Because there is a traffic jam.3.What is the boy doing?A.He is having a class.B.He is doing his own homework.C.He is doing Jim's homework.4.Which line should the man take?A.Line 6.B.Line 16.C.Line 60.5.Where did the conversation take place?A.In the hospital.B.At the hairdresser's.C.At the butcher's.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或对白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置，听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题。

每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

英语 2018年高三湖南省第三次模拟试题英语考试时间：____分钟题型单选题填空题总分得分单选题（本大题共15小题，每小题____分，共____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 和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

ABelow are several programs designed for students.ARCC GapARCC Gap has been offering programs for young adults since 1983. ARCC GapSemester programs are an opportunity to live and learn in some of the greatest classroomson earth. Our Semester programs take students on a journeyof discovery of localpeoples, places, cultures and ideas.Program Locations: International—Africa, Asia, Latin America, and IndiaPhone: 415-332-5075Email: gap@adventurescrosscoutry. comThinking Beyond BordersThinking Beyond Borders’ gap year programs are specifically designed for studentswho like learning and are eager to create meaningfulsocial change in the world.We combine working with inspiring local leaders, and engage readings and discussionsto create an exciting, supportive, and transformational learning environment TBB’s full-year and semesteroptions include a 7-country Global Gap Year.Program Location(s): International—Global, South America, AsiaPhone: 203-993-0236Camps InternationalOur inspirational AGA programs give you the chance to live with thecommunities you will be supporting and work with locals on service projectsthat make a significant and lasting difference to people’s lives. You can alsocontribute to protecting the environment and endangered wildlife.Program Locations: Kenya, Borneo, Cambodia, Ecuador, Peru and our newest locationsCosta Rica, NicaraguaPhone; 44 1425 485 390Email: rcig@campsinternational. co. ukRaleigh InternationalFor more than 30 years Raleigh International has been runninglife-changingExpeditions to some of the most remote places on the planet.A Raleigh Expedition is overseas volunteering. Our 5, 7 or 10-weekExpeditions provide exposure to different people, new cultures, situations, andenvironments. This is your chance to create a real change in the communitiesthat need it most, and to develop a range of skills for yourself.Program Locations: Africa, Asia and IndiaPhone: 00 44 (0)207 183 1270What do ARCC Gap and Thinking Beyond Borders have in common?A. They are to bring about social changes.B. They are designed to train young leaders.C. They have a history of about three decades.D. The participants will travel to different continents.ABelow are several programs designed for students.ARCC GapARCC Gap has been offering programs for young adults since 1983. ARCC GapSemester programs are an opportunity to live and learn in some of the greatest classroomson earth. Our Semester programs take students on a journeyof discovery of localpeoples, places, cultures and ideas.Program Locations: International—Africa, Asia, Latin America, and IndiaPhone: 415-332-5075Email: gap@adventurescrosscoutry. comThinking Beyond BordersThinking Beyond Borders’ gap year programs are specifically designed for studentswho like learning and are eager to create meaningfulsocial change in the world.We combine working with inspiring local leaders, and engage readings and discussionsto create an exciting, supportive, and transformational learning environment TBB’s full-year and semesteroptions include a 7-country Global Gap Year.Program Location(s): International—Global, South America, AsiaPhone: 203-993-0236Camps InternationalOur inspirational AGA programs give you the chance to live with thecommunities you will be supporting and work with locals on service projectsthat make a significant and lasting difference to people’s lives. You can alsocontribute to protecting the environment and endangered wildlife.Program Locations: Kenya, Borneo, Cambodia, Ecuador, Peru and our newest locationsCosta Rica, NicaraguaPhone; 44 1425 485 390Email: rcig@campsinternational. co. ukRaleigh InternationalFor more than 30 years Raleigh International has been runninglife-changingExpeditions to some of the most remote places on the planet.A Raleigh Expedition is overseas volunteering. Our 5, 7 or 10-weekExpeditions provide exposure to different people, new cultures, situations, andenvironments. This is your chance to create a real change in the communitiesthat need it most, and to develop a range of skills for yourself.Program Locations: Africa, Asia and IndiaPhone: 00 44 (0)207 183 1270What is the advantage of taking part in Camps International?A. Gaining the chance to get support.B. Knowing more about national affairs.C. Developing the awareness of serving others.D. Having a good command of a foreign language.ABelow are several programs designed for students.ARCC GapARCC Gap has been offering programs for young adults since 1983. ARCC GapSemester programs are an opportunity to live and learn in some of the greatest classroomson earth. Our Semester programs take students on a journeyof discovery of localpeoples, places, cultures and ideas.Program Locations: International—Africa, Asia, Latin America, and IndiaPhone: 415-332-5075Email: gap@adventurescrosscoutry. comThinking Beyond BordersThinking Beyond Borders’ gap year programs are specifically designed for studentswho like learning and are eager to create meaningfulsocial change in the world.We combine working with inspiring local leaders, and engage readings and discussionsto create an exciting, supportive, and transformational learning environment TBB’s full-year and semesteroptions include a 7-country Global Gap Year.Program Location(s): International—Global, South America, AsiaPhone: 203-993-0236Camps InternationalOur inspirational AGA programs give you the chance to live with thecommunities you will be supporting and work with locals on service projectsthat make a significant and lasting difference to people’s lives. You can alsocontribute to protecting the environment and endangered wildlife.Program Locations: Kenya, Borneo, Cambodia, Ecuador, Peru and our newest locationsCosta Rica, NicaraguaPhone; 44 1425 485 390Email: rcig@campsinternational. co. ukRaleigh InternationalFor more than 30 years Raleigh International has been runninglife-changingExpeditions to some of the most remote places on the planet.A Raleigh Expedition is overseas volunteering. Our 5, 7 or 10-weekExpeditions provide exposure to different people, new cultures, situations, andenvironments. This is your chance to create a real change in the communitiesthat need it most, and to develop a range of skills for yourself.Program Locations: Africa, Asia and IndiaPhone: 00 44 (0)207 183 1270How can we get in touch with Raleigh International?A. By fax.B. By phone.C. By email.D. In person.BSometimes we experience pain that seems just too big to feel, toofrightening to face—itlooks like a tsunami. So, we run. My tsunami came when I was nine years old.I was woken up by my mother’s screams—“Bob? Bob?! BOB!” I ran to my parents’ bedroom. My father was on all fours,unconscious. My mother was crazy—desperately trying to figure out how to stop what was happening. I ran tothe phone—9-1-1, theneighbors, anyone—“help us!” Soonrescue came,but my father didn’t comeback to life.When my friends came to comfort me, I remember “pulling myself together” asI walked toward them, determining to show them that I was fine.The more I denied my pain, the more I was praised by the adults around me- “Oh,look how strong she is!” So, I kept saying “I’m fine.” Over and over and over. Isaid it enough performed it enough—that I even fooled myself. I believed that I was okay.But pain doesn’t just “go away”—that whole “time heals”thing is a total crock. 30 years after myfather died, when I looked around for an explanation for all the years ofdestructive behavior, I couldn’t find the root of the pain in my life because Ihad covered it up so well. All the “I’m fine”—- 30 years of them- buried the pain of that nine years old girl.Her pain had been trying to come out, to be heard, to be healed.And, finally, it was.After years of treatment, I found my way back to that night where the painstarted, back to the tsunami. This time, I didn’t run. It hurt—it still hurts—but now, when it hurts, I let the pain come. I’m not scared to say, “I’mnot fine”—becauseI know, eventually, I will be.What did the author do when her father was in danger?A. She ran out to look for rescue.B. She kept calm and asked for help.C. She offered first aid to him at once.D. She was too afraid to do anything.BSometimes we experience pain that seems just too big to feel, toofrightening to face—itlooks like a tsunami. So, we run. My tsunami came when I was nine years old.I was woken up by my mother’s screams—“Bob? Bob?! BOB!” I ran to my parents’ bedroom. My father was on all fours,unconscious. My mother was crazy—desperately trying to figure out how to stop what was happening. I ran tothe phone—9-1-1, theneighbors, anyone—“help us!” Soonrescue came, but my father didn’t comeback to life.When my friends came to comfort me, I remember “pulling myself together” asI walked toward them, determining to show them that I was fine.The more I denied my pain, the more I was praised by the adults around me- “Oh,look how strong she is!” So, I kept saying “I’m fine.” Over and over and over. Isaid it enough performed it enough—that I even fooled myself. I believed that I was okay.But pain doesn’t just “go away”—that whole “time heals”thing is a total crock. 30 years after myfather died, when I looked around for an explanation for all the years ofdestructive behavior, I couldn’t find the root of the pain in my life because Ihad covered it up so well. All the “I’m fine”—- 30 years of them- buried the pain of that nine years old girl.Her pain had been trying to come out, to be heard, to be healed.And, finally, it was.After years of treatment, I found my way back to that night where the painstarted, back to the tsunami. This time, I didn’t run. It hurt—it still hurts—but now, when it hurts, I let the pain come. I’m not scared to say, “I’mnot fine”—becauseI know, eventually, I will be.Which of the following can best replace the underlined word “crock” in Paragraph 5?A. factB. theoryC. experimentD. lieBSometimes we experience pain that seems just too big to feel, toofrightening to face—itlooks like a tsunami. So, we run. My tsunami came when I was nine years old.I was woken up by my mother’s screams—“Bob? Bob?! BOB!” I ran to my parents’ bedroom. My father was on all fours,unconscious. My mother was crazy—desperately trying to figure out how to stop what was happening. I ran tothe phone—9-1-1, theneighbors, anyone—“help us!” Soonrescue came, but my father didn’t comeback to life.When my friends came to comfort me, I remember “pulling myself together” asI walked toward them, determining to show them that I was fine.The more I denied my pain, the more I was praised by the adults around me- “Oh,look how strong she is!” So, I kept saying “I’m fine.” Over and over and over. Isaid it enough performed it enough—that I even fooled myself. I believed that I was okay.But pain doesn’t just “go away”—that whole “time heals”thing is a total crock. 30 years after myfather died, when I looked around for an explanation for all the years ofdestructive behavior, I couldn’t find the root of the pain in my life because Ihad covered it up so well. All the “I’m fine”—- 30 years of them- buried the pain of that nine years old girl.Her pain had been trying to come out, to be heard, to be healed.And, finally, it was.After years of treatment, I found my way back to that night where the painstarted, back to the tsunami. This time, I didn’t run. It hurt—it still hurts—but now, when it hurts, I let the pain come. I’m not scared to say, “I’mnot fine”—becauseI know, eventually, I will be.Why was the author praised?A. She behaved politely.B. She seemed to be confident.C. She could look after herself.D. She could handle the blow properly.BSometimes we experience pain that seems just too big to feel, toofrightening to face—itlooks like a tsunami. So, we run. My tsunami came when I was nine years old.I was woken up by my mother’s screams—“Bob? Bob?! BOB!” I ran to my parents’ bedroom. My father was on all fours,unconscious. My mother was crazy—desperately trying to figure out how to stop what was happening. I ran tothe phone—9-1-1, theneighbors, anyone—“help us!” Soonrescue came, but my father didn’t comeback to life.When my friends came to comfort me, I remember “pulling myself together” asI walked toward them, determining to show them that I was fine.The more I denied my pain, the more I was praised by the adults around me- “Oh,look how strong she is!” So, I kept saying “I’m fine.” Over and over and over. Isaid it enough performed it enough—that I even fooled myself. I believed that I was okay.But pain doesn’t just “go away”—that whole “time heals”thing is a total crock. 30 years after myfather died, when I looked around for an explanation for all the years ofdestructive behavior, I couldn’t find the root of the pain in my life because Ihad covered it up so well. All the “I’m fine”—- 30 years of them- buried the pain of that nine years old girl.Her pain had been trying to come out, to be heard, to be healed.And, finally, it was.After years of treatment, I found my way back to that night where the painstarted, back to the tsunami. This time, I didn’t run. It hurt—it still hurts—but now, when it hurts, I let the pain come. I’m not scared to say, “I’mnot fine”—becauseI know, eventually, I will be.What lesson can we get from the author’s experience?A. Hiding our pain can be harmful.B. Expressing pain is not very easy.C. Being strong means hiding one’s pain.D. Children are good at covering up their pain.C“Auld Lang Syne”is a song that everyone drunkenly sings, which marksthe start to a brand new year. No one ever seems to know the words (somethingabout forgetting old acquaintances?) or what they mean (why would we want toforget people?), but, in America, it’s as much a part of New Years’traditionas wine. But why?The lyrics(歌词) tothe song come from a poem written by the great Scottish poet Robert Burns in1788. Its title is believed to be an old Scottish way of saying “a longtime ago.”Phrases like “In the days of auld lang syne” also appear in other Scottish fairytalesand poems, usually as a way of saying “Once Upon a Time.”While it still causes confusion, it is believed that the opening lines ofthe song are meant to be rhetorical( 夸张的);“Should auld acquaintance be forgotten, and never brought to mind?Shouldauld acquaintance be forgotten, and auld lang syne?” therefore means we shouldhave a drink in honor of whatever is passing, and remember old friends.When the Scots immigrated toAmerica in the 19th century, they brought the song with them. Butits great popularity can be largely due to the Canadian bandleader Guy Lombardo.In 1965, he explained how he himself came to associate the song with theend of the year to Life Magazine:“Auld Lang Syne is our theme song—and was long before anyone ever heard us on the radio. In our particularpart of western Ontario, where there’s a large Scottish population, it wastraditional for bands to end every dance with Auld Lang Syne. We didn’t thinkit was known here.If you want to see the singer in action, check out his final performance onthe eve of 1977, after performing for 48 years in a row.How might people feel when first hearing the song Auld Lang Syne?A. Confused.B. Moved.C. Energetic.D. Comfortable.C“Auld Lang Syne”is a song that everyone drunkenly sings, which marksthe start to a brand new year. No one ever seems to know the words (somethingabout forgetting old acquaintances?) or what they mean (why would we want toforget people?), but, in America, it’s as much a part of New Years’traditionas wine. But why?The lyrics(歌词) tothe song come from a poem written by the great Scottish poet Robert Burns in1788. Its title is believed to be an old Scottish way of saying “a longtime ago.”Phrases like “In the days of auld lang syne” also appear in other Scottish fairytalesand poems, usually as a way of saying “Once Upon a Time.”While it still causes confusion, it is believed that the opening lines ofthe song are meant to be rhetorical( 夸张的);“Should auld acquaintance be forgotten, and never brought to mind?Shouldauld acquaintance be forgotten, and auld lang syne?” therefore means we shouldhave a drink in honor of whatever is passing, and remember old friends.When the Scots immigrated toAmerica in the 19th century, they brought the song with them. Butits great popularity can be largely due to the Canadian bandleader Guy Lombardo.In 1965, he explained how he himself came to associate the song with theend of the year to Life Magazine:“Auld Lang Syne is our theme song—and was long before anyone ever heard us on the radio. In our particularpart of western Ontario, where there’s a large Scottish population, it wastraditional for bands to end every dance with Auld Lang Syne. We didn’t thinkit was known here.If you want to see the singer in action, check out his final performance onthe eve of 1977, after performing for 48 years in a row.Why do people sing Auld Lang Syne when New Year is coming?A. To hope for good luck.B. To celebrate the New Year.C. In honor of Robert Burns.D. In memory of the past.C“Auld Lang Syne”is a song that everyone drunkenly sings, which marksthe start to a brand new year. No one ever seems to know the words (somethingabout forgetting old acquaintances?) or what they mean (why would we want toforget people?), but, in America, it’s as much a part of New Years’traditionas wine. But why?The lyrics(歌词) tothe song come from a poem written by the great Scottish poet Robert Burns in1788. Its title is believed to be an old Scottish way of saying “a longtime ago.”Phrases like “In the days of auld lang syne” also appear in other Scottish fairytalesand poems, usually as a way of saying “Once Upon a Time.”While it still causes confusion, it is believed that the opening lines ofthe song are meant to be rhetorical( 夸张的);“Should auld acquaintance be forgotten, and never brought to mind?Shouldauld acquaintance beforgotten, and auld lang syne?” therefore means we shouldhave a drink in honor of whatever is passing, and remember old friends.When the Scots immigrated toAmerica in the 19th century, they brought the song with them. Butits great popularity can be largely due to the Canadian bandleader Guy Lombardo.In 1965, he explained how he himself came to associate the song with theend of the year to Life Magazine:“Auld Lang Syne is our theme song—and was long before anyone ever heard us on the radio. In our particularpart of western Ontario, where there’s a large Scottish population, it wastraditional for bands to end every dance with Auld Lang Syne. We didn’t thinkit was known here.If you want to see the singer in action, check out his final performance onthe eve of 1977, after performing for 48 years in a row.Why is Guy Lombardo mentioned in the text?A. He created the song Auld Lang Syne.B. He made the song Auld Lang Syne more popular.C. He brought the song Auld Lang Syne to America.D. He was the first to sing the song Auld Lang Syne.C“Auld Lang Syne”is a song that everyone drunkenly sings, which marksthe start to a brand new year. No one ever seems to know the words (somethingabout forgetting old acquaintances?) or what they mean (why would we want toforget people?), but, in America, it’s as much a part of New Years’traditionas wine. But why?The lyrics(歌词) tothe song come from a poem written by the great Scottish poet Robert Burns in1788. Its title is believed to be an old Scottish way of saying “a longtime ago.”Phrases like “In the days of auld lang syne” also appear in other Scottish fairytalesand poems, usually as a way of saying “Once Upon a Time.”While it still causes confusion, it is believed that the opening lines ofthe song are meant to be rhetorical( 夸张的);“Should auld acquaintance be forgotten, and never brought to mind?Shouldauld acquaintance be forgotten, and auld lang syne?” therefore means we shouldhave a drink in honor of whatever is passing, and remember old friends.When the Scots immigrated toAmerica in the 19th century, they brought the song with them. Butits great popularity can be largely due to the Canadian bandleader Guy Lombardo.In 1965, he explained how he himself came to associate the song with theend of the year to Life Magazine:“Auld Lang Syne is our theme song—and was long before anyone ever heard us on the radio. In our particularpart of western Ontario, where there’s a large Scottish population, it wastraditional for bands to end every dance with Auld Lang Syne. We didn’t thinkit was known here.If you want to see the singer in action, check out his final performance onthe eve of 1977, after performing for 48 years in a row.What might be the best title for the text?A. What does Auld Lang Syne Mean?B. Who Makes Auld Lang Syne Popular?C. How does Auld Lang Syne Come into Being?D. Why do People Sing Auld Lang Syne on New Year Eve?DA dragonfly barely an inch and a half long appears to be animal world’smost productive long distance traveler- flying thousands of miles over oceansas it migrates from continent to continent- according to a newly publishedresearch.Biologists who led the study say the evidence is in the genes. They foundthat populations of this dragonfly, called Pantala flavescens, in Texas, easternCanada, Japan, Korea, India, and South America, have genes so similar thatthere is only one likely explanation. Apparently- somehow- these insects aretraveling distances that are extraordinarily long for their small size, breeding(繁殖)with each other, and creating a common worldwidegene pool.But how do insects from different continents manage to meet and hook up?Ware says it appears to be the way their bodies have evolved. “Thesedragonflies have adaptations such as increased surface areas on their wingsthat enable them to use the wind to carry them.”Dragonflies, in fact, have already been observed crossing the Indian Oceanfrom Asia to Africa. “They are following the weather,” saysDaniel Troast, whoanalyzed the DNA samples in Ware’s lab. “They’re goingfrom India where it’sdry season to Africa where it’s wet season, and apparently they do it once ayear.”Wetness is a must for Pantala to reproduce, and that, says Ware, is whythese insects would be driven to even attempt such a dangerous trip,which shecalls a “kind of suicide.” The species depends on it. While many willdie on the route, as long as enough make it, the species survives.For the moment, the details of this extraordinary insect travel are aneducated best guess. Much more work is needed to bring many loose ends together.Ware and Troast hope that scientists can work on plotting those routes.What proves Pantala flavescens are the world’s longest-distance flyers?A. Scientists have tracked the dragonfly across the world.B. There are many Pantala flavescens in various continents.C. The same dragonfly was found both in Asia and America.D. Pantala flavescens in different continents have similar genes.DA dragonfly barely an inch and a half long appears to be animal world’smost productive long distance traveler- flying thousands of miles over oceansas it migrates from continent to continent- according to a newly publishedresearch.Biologists who led the study say the evidence is in the genes. They foundthat populations of this dragonfly, called Pantala flavescens, inTexas, easternCanada, Japan, Korea, India, and South America, have genes so similar thatthere is only one likely explanation. Apparently- somehow- these insects aretraveling distances that are extraordinarily long for their small size, breeding(繁殖)with each other, and creating a common worldwidegene pool.But how do insects from different continents manage to meet and hook up?Ware says it appears to be the way their bodies have evolved. “Thesedragonflies have adaptations such as increased surface areas on their wingsthat enable them to use the wind to carry them.”Dragonflies, in fact, have already been observed crossing the Indian Oceanfrom Asia to Africa. “They are following the weather,” saysDaniel Troast, whoanalyzed the DNA samples in Ware’s lab. “They’re goingfrom India where it’sdry season to Africa where it’s wet season, and apparently they do it once ayear.”Wetness is a must for Pantala to reproduce, and that, says Ware, is whythese insects would be driven to even attempt such a dangerous trip,which shecalls a “kind of suicide.” The species depends on it. While many willdie on the route, as long as enough make it, the species survives.For the moment, the details of this extraordinary insect travel are aneducated best guess. Much more work is needed to bring many loose ends together.Ware and Troast hope that scientists can work on plotting those routes.What helps Pantala flavescens fly over so long distance?A. Their special body shape.B. Their ability to use wind.C. Their small and light body.D. Their large and strong wings.DA dragonfly barely an inch and a half long appears to be animal world’smost productive long distance traveler- flying thousands of miles over oceansas it migrates from continent to continent- according to a newly publishedresearch.Biologists who led the study say the evidence is in the genes. They foundthat populations of this dragonfly, called Pantala flavescens, in Texas, easternCanada, Japan, Korea, India, and South America, have genes so similar thatthere is only one likely explanation. Apparently- somehow- these insects aretraveling distances that are extraordinarily long for their small size, breeding(繁殖)with each other, and creating a common worldwidegene pool.But how do insects from different continents manage to meet and hook up?Ware says it appears to be the way their bodies have evolved. “Thesedragonflies have adaptations such as increased surface areas on their wingsthat enable them to use the wind to carry them.”Dragonflies, in fact, have already been observed crossing the Indian Oceanfrom Asia to Africa. “They are following the weather,” saysDaniel Troast, whoanalyzed the DNA samples in Ware’s lab. “They’re goingfrom India where it’sdry season to Africa where it’s wet season, and apparently they do it once ayear.”Wetness is a must for Pantala to reproduce, and that, says Ware, is whythese insects would be driven to even attempt such a dangerous trip,which shecalls a “kind of suicide.” The species depends on it. While many willdie on the route, as long as enough make it, the species survives.For the moment, the details of this extraordinary insect travel are aneducated best guess. Much more work is needed to bring many loose ends together.Ware and Troast hope that scientists can work on plotting those routes.What is necessary for Pantala flavescens to reproduce?A. Damp weather.B. Enough sunshine.C. Dry environment.D. Warm nests.DA dragonfly barely an inch and a half long appears to be animal world’smost productive long distance traveler- flying thousands of miles over oceansas it migrates from continent to continent- according to a newly publishedresearch.Biologists who led the study say the evidence is in the genes. They foundthat populations of this dragonfly, called Pantala flavescens, in Texas, easternCanada, Japan, Korea, India, and South America, have genes so similar thatthere is only one likely explanation. Apparently- somehow- these insects aretraveling distances that are extraordinarily long for their small size, breeding(繁殖)with each other, and creating a common worldwidegene pool.But how do insects from different continents manage to meet and hook up?Ware says it appears to be the way their bodies have evolved. “Thesedragonflies have adaptations such as increased surface areas on their wingsthat enable them to use the wind to carry them.”Dragonflies, in fact, have already been observed crossing the Indian Oceanfrom Asia to Africa. “They are following the weather,” saysDaniel Troast, whoanalyzed the DNA samples in Ware’s lab. “They’re goingfrom India where it’sdry season to Africa where it’s wet season, and apparently they do it once ayear.”Wetness is a must for Pantala to reproduce, and that, says Ware, is whythese insects would be driven to even attempt such a dangerous trip,which shecalls a “kind of suicide.” The species depends on it. While many willdie on the route, as long as enough make it, the species survives.For the moment, the details of this extraordinary insect travel are aneducated best guess. Much more work is needed to bring many loose ends together.Ware and Troast hope that scientists can work on plotting those routes.What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 5 refer to?A. The weather.B. The insect.C. The wind.D. The trip.。

2018届高中毕业班联考(三)英语能力测试第I卷第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题。

从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有lo秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What ale the speakers talking about?A. Buying DVDs.B. Renting DVDs.C. Making DVDs.2. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a music hall.B. Near the woods.C. In a restaurant.3.How old is the mail now?A. Over 50.B. Nearly 30.C. About 20.4. What should the man have done first last night?A. He should have washed the dishes.B. He should have finished his homework.C. He should have walked his dog.5. What is the relationship between the two speakers?A. Brother and sister.B. Husband and wife.C. Father and daughter第二节(共15小题; 每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独自。

每段对话或独自后有几个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

2019-2020学年衡阳市第三中学高三英语模拟试卷及答案第一部分阅读（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ALooking to the future, we are now focusing on next year's tours. We are not presently taking bookings, but if a specific tour lifts your spirits, why not mark your interest and we will contact you when the time is right.JapanOctober 2021A centre for technology with natural beauty, Japan is a must-see destination for science and nature lovers. Join us on a special journey across the country during its fantastic autumn to see its amazing landscapes, visit leading scientific institutions and experience robotics and AI.AntarcticaApril to September 2021Join us aboard the Magellan Explorer for an exciting adventure to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, exploring the world's largest ocean reserve and best ocean ecosystem. Follow in the footstepsof the great scientists while marveling（惊叹）at icebergs, ancient glaciers and ice flies onto volcanic beaches.ItalyMarch and June 2021Encounter the great scientific minds and discoveries of the Renaissance on a cultural adventure across two of its cities, Florence and Bologna. Enjoy beautiful surroundings as you take in the wonderful collections, buildings and churches that demonstrate the period across architecture and paintings.Czech RepublicMay and July 2021Discover the legacy（遗产）of Kepler and Brahe in Prague, a city where astronomy, maths, medicine and architecture connect. Kepler became the father of modern astronomy supported by the observational data from Brahe.1. What can travelers do in Japan?A. Experience space travel.B. Enjoy its spring landscape.C. Visit its scientific institutions .D. Learn about its traditional culture.2. Which of the following can you choose if you are free in August?A. Japan.B. Italy.C. Antarctica.D. Czech Republic .3. What do Italy and Czech Republic havein common?A. Astronomy.B. Architecture.C. Paintings.D. Medicine .BWhy do you check social media? Is it to keep up with everything that your friends and family are doing? Is it to find new trendy spots to eat?Regardless of the reason, you may find yourself with different degrees of envy or discomfort after a quick look at your phone. Then you might be suffering from a phenomenon known as “Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). ”While the phenomenon of FOMO can be traced back for centuries, it had never been the issue as it is today, causing widespread discussion and research. This rise in checking social media is naturally connected to the increasing leading position that social media holds over our lives. Every time someone opens their WeChat Moments, Facebook, Twitter... etc. , they are bombarded with the highlight reels of other peoples' lives. A sunny beach, delicious-looking food, a super cute kitten-they are all uplifting photos, yet they're very likely to bring about more unhappiness than joy. You see, the first thought to come out of your mind may be “Wow, that's so cool/delicious/cute”, but then it takes a hard U-turn. You're thinking: “I wish I were there” or “my life is so boring compared to his/hers.” The more you see, the more likely you are to have these negative feelings.What's worse is the habit many people have of turning to social media in search of happiness when they are feeling down, not realizing that they are just going to end up in a negative cycle of endless disappointment. Montesquieu once said: “If one only wished to be happy, this could be easily accomplished; but we wish to be happier than other people, and this is always difficult, for we believe others to be happier than they are.”FOMO will go hand in hand with dissatisfaction and envy. Appreciate what you already have, because someone else out there in the world would gladly give everything to be you.4. What is the purpose of the questions in paragraph 1?A. To introduce the topic of the passage.B. To explain the function of FOMO.C. To describe the features of FOMO.D. To give the reasons for checking social media.5. How might people feel seeing other's perfect life through social media?A. Joyful.B. Admiring.C. Comfortable.D. Envious.6. What can we conclude from Montesquieu's words in paragraph 3?A. We could turn to social media for happiness.B. We couldn't realise our dream without hard work.C. We couldn't harvest happiness through comparison.D. We could live better than others by showing ourselves online.7. What is the author's attitude towards FOMO?A. Indifferent.B. Objective.C. Doubtful.D. Hopeful.CWho is a genius? This question has greatly interested humankind for centuries.Let's state clearly: Einstein was a genius. His face is almost the international symbol for genius. But we want to go beyond one man and explore the nature of genius itself. Why is it that some people are so much more intelligent or creative than the rest of us? And who are they?In the sciences and arts, those praised as geniuses were most often white men, of European origin. Perhaps this is not a surprise. It's said that history is written by the victors, and those victors set the standards for admission to the genius club. When contributions were made by geniuses outside the club—women, or people of a different color1 or belief—they were unacknowledged and rejected by others.A study recently published bySciencefound that as young as age six, girls are less likely than boys to say that members of their gender(性别)are “really, really smart.” Even worse, the study found thatgirls act on that belief: Around age six they start to avoid activities said to be for children who are “really, really smart.” Can our planet afford to have any great thinkers become discouraged and give up? It doesn't take a genius to know the answer: ly not.Here's the good news. In a wired world with constant global communication, we're all positioned to see flashes of genius wherever they appear. And the more we look, the more we will see that social factors(因素)like gender, race, and class do not determine the appearance of genius. As a writer says, future geniuses come from those with “intelligence, creativity, perseverance(毅力), and simple good fortune, who are able to change the world.”8. What does the author think of victors' standards for joining the genius club?A. They're unfair.B. They're conservative.C. They're objective.D. They're strict.9. What can we infer about girls from the study inScience?A. They think themselves smart.B. They look up to great thinkers.C. They see gender differences earlier than boys.D. They are likely to be influenced by social beliefs10. Why are more geniuses known to the public?A. Improved global communication.B. Less discrimination against women.C. Acceptance of victors' concepts.D. Changes in people's social positions.11. What is the best title for the text?A. Geniuses Think AlikeB. Genius Takes Many FormsC. Genius and IntelligenceD. Genius and LuckDSome years ago a young man applied to a large United States optical firm for a job as a lens designer. He apologized for lack of training, but on announcing that he owned two copies of the classic Conrady's Applied Optics and Optical Design, one for his office and a second for his bedside table, he was hired on the spot. Perhaps the story will be repeated some day with Buchdahl's Introduction to Hamiltonian Optics as a similar certificate of qualification.Hamiltonian theory describes with powerful generality the overall properties of optical systems considered as ‘black boxes’, although it does not describe the detailed structure needed to construct the systems and achieve these properties. Buchdahl's book is therefore on the subject of geometrical optics, but it is not about how to design lenses. It is, however a compact comprehensive account of the fundamentals of the theory written with the lens designer's needs very much in mind. Every lens designer worth his salt has at some time in his career attempted to apply the broad concepts of Hamiltonian optics to the solutions of practical problems. Success has been sufficiently rare that the theory, as such, has made little direct contribution to techniques for optical instrument design. The failures have been frustrating because of the obvious fundamental power of the theory and because of its conceptual elegance. The indirect effects have been large, however, both in contributing to an understanding of fundamental principles that govern the overall behavior of optical systems and in pointing theway to other, more practical, theoretical approaches.Buchdahl approaches the subject not only as a capable mathematical physicist, but as one who with a knowledge of practical optics has made a significant contribution to geometrical optical theory. Buchdahl's approach has, over the last decade, had a major impact on modern lens design with computers. Thus, he brings to this exposition of Hamiltonian optics a familiarity with practical optics not usually found in authors on this subject.The author claims his book to be non-mathematical, and indeed it might be so viewed by a professional mathematician. From the point of view of many physicists and engineers, it will appear to be quite mathematical. Moreover, this is a tightly written book. The subject matter is developed with precision, and the author expects the reader, at very point, to be master of the preceding exposition.12. Hamiltonian theory met with failures as a result of ______.A. newer finding related to the wave particle nature of lightB. very complicated concepts too difficult to understand by most lens designersC. too much mathematical detail in the theoryD. not enough practical information offered by the theory to allow for use by lens crafters13. The author of this passage implies that Introduction to Hamiltonian Optics is necessary to ______.A. the students who are major in mathematical geometryB. those who want to grasp the basic principles of optical systemsC. the lens designers who look for instructions on practical designsD. those who are interested in physics14. The article points out that the great benefits of Hamiltonian optics have been found is ______.A. indirect ways of learning mathematicsB. a fundamental power within the theoryC. the conceptual elegance of the theoryD. the practical applications of the theory in finding new approaches to old problems15. This passage is probably excerpted from ______.A. a review of a bookB. a chemistry textbookC. an optician's essayD. a general science text第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2019-2020学年衡阳县第三中学高三英语三模试卷及答案第一部分阅读（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ATheBest Placeto Camp in Each StateWashington-SecondBeach, Olympic National ParkCampers put up their tents right on the sand of thisPacific Northwestbeach. Make a campfire, photograph sunset over the sea and try to absorb this charming spot with your entire being.Alaska-Bartlett Cove Campground, Glacier (冰川) Bay National ParkIn a state full of natural riches,Glacier Bayis a wonder, home to high peaks, whales, 700 miles of coastline, and light blue glaciers that flow directly into the sea. Set within temperate rainforest along Bartlett Cove, the park's only campground is impressively green and an easy jumping-off point for boat tours.Arizona-Havasupai Campground, Havasupai ReservationGetting to Havasupai is a challenge. Permits are snatched (剥夺) up almost instantly, and even if you get one it's a 10-mile hike from the border to reach this rural campground that hugs Havasu Creek. Make the journey, however, and you're rewarded with a series of great waterfalls and natural pools.Arkansas-BuffaloNationalRiverAmerica's first national river travels 135 miles through the Ozark Mountains, winding its way over rapids, forming peaceful pools and passing rocky cliffs topped by green forest. Plan a float trip and absorb the scenery ata leisurely pace, pausing for hikes to visitLostValley's caves or the 200-foot waterfalls.1.Which state may attract people preferring glaciers?A.Alaska.B.Washington.C.Arizona.D.Arkansas.2.What makesArizonaa popular camp choice among tourists?A.The blue glaciers and green rainforests.B.The winding national river and cliffs.C.The soaring peaks and long coastline.D.The beautiful waterfalls and pools.3.What can you do when camping inArkansas?A.Take a long trip on foot.B.Visit caves and waterfalls.C.Put up a well-equipped tent.D.Enjoy a view of sunset.BA lot of us lose life’s tough battles by starting a frontal attack—when a touch of humor might well enable us to win．Consider the case of a young friend of mine，who hita traffic jam on his way to work shortly after receiving an ultimatum about beinglate on the job．Although there was a good reason for Sam’s a being late—serious illness at home—he decided that this by-now-familiar excuse wouldn’t work any longer．His supervisor was probably already pacing up and down preparing a dismissal speech．Yes，the boss was．Sam entered the office at 9：35．The place was as quiet as a locker room；everyone was hard at work．Sam’s supervisor came up to him．Suddenly，Sam forced a grin and stretched out his hand．“How do you do！” he said．“I’m Sam Maynard．I’m applying for a job，which，I understand，became available just 35 minutes ago．Does the early bird get the worm？”The room exploded in laughter．The supervisor“clamped off”a smile and walked back to his office．Sam Maynard had saved his job—with the only tool that could win，a laugh．Humor is a most effective，yet frequently neglected，means of handling the difficult situations in our lives．It can be used for patching up differences，apologizing，saying “no”，criticizing，getting the other fellow to do what you want without his losingface．For some jobs，it’s the only tool that can succeed．It is a way to discuss subjects so sensitive that serious dialog may start a quarrel．For example，many believe that comedians on television are doing more today for racial and religious tolerancethan people in any other forum．4. Why was Sam late for his job？A. Because he was ill．B. Because he got up late．C. Because he was caught in a traffic jam．D. He was busy applying for a new job．5. The main idea of this passage is ________．A. Sam Maynard saved his job with humorB. humor is important in our livesC. early bird gets the wormD. humor can solve racial discriminations6. The phrase “clamped off” in Paragraph 3 means ________．A tried to hold back B. tried to setC. chargedD. gave out7. Which of the following statements can we infer from the passage？A. Many lose life’s battles for they are lacking in a sense of humor．B. It wasn’t the first time that Sam came late for his work．C. Sam was supposed to come to his office at 8：30．D. Humor is the most effective way of solving problems．CWhen Jennifer Doudna was in sixth grade, she came home one day to find that her dad had lefta book titled The Double Helix on her bed. She put it aside, thinking it was one of those detective tales she loved.On a rainy Saturday, she picked up the book. As she sped through the pages, she became fascinated by the drama, which encouraged her to explore nature's wonders. Even though her high school teacher told her that girls didn't become scientists, she decided she would.She worked with a biologist, Charpentier, to turn a curiosity of nature into an invention—an easy-to-use tool that can edit DNA. Known as Crispr, the tool will transform the human race. James Watson, the author of The Double Helix, later told her it was the most important biological advance: since he and Francis Crick discovered the structure of DNA.For this achievement, Doudna and Charpentier were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2020. Until now, only five women, beginning with Marie Curie in 1911, had won or shared the Nobel for Chemistry out of 184 award winners. When this year's prize was announced, Dr. Charpentier said it would provide a message specifically to young girls who would like to follow the path of science and to show them that women can also be awarded prizes.A few decades from now, if it becomes possible and sate to edit DNA, should we allow parents to improve the IQ and physical strength of their kids? Should we let them decide eye color1 ? Skin color1 ? Height? After helping to discover Crispr, Dr. Doudna has become a leader in considering these moral issues. That's the main message we should take from this Nobel: New technologies can be a huge benefit to the human race, but in order to make sure they are used wisely, it's important for people to understand them.8. Jennifer Doudna decided to become a scientist because,__________A. her father pushed herB. a book inspired herC. her teacher encouraged herD. James Watson motivated her9. Dr. Doudna was awarded the Nobel Prize because,__________.A. she wrote the book “The Double Helix"B. she discovered the structure of DNAC. she is a hardworking woman scientistD. she helped invent a tool for editing DNA10. According to passage, which of the following is NOT true?A. The two women's success will inspire more girls to be devoted to science.B. Since 1911, there have been 184 people who won the Nobel for chemistry.C. If girls follow the path of science, they will surely achieve their goals.D. Crispr will make a big difference to the human race.11. Which words can best describe Jennifer Doudna?A. Determined and responsible.B. Ambitious and humorous.C. Cruel and indifferent.D. Fearless and stubborn.DFew people are aware that Waterloo Bridge, crossed by thousands of daily commuters (每天长途上下班的人) and celebrated as a London landmark, was mainly built by a female workforce.There are no written or photographic records ofthe women who built the bridge since the construction company that built it closed in the 1980s and with it went all the records. What’s left is anecdotal evidence, kept alive by the tourist boat skippers who have called it theLadiesBridge.During the Second World War, with the majority of the active male labor-force away at the front, women increasingly took on traditionally male roles. By 1944, 25,000 women were working in the construction industry, carrying out back-breaking tasks. These women were permitted to carry out this exhausting and dangerous work on the basis that it would only be temporary and that their pay would be lower than that of men. So the surge (激增) in women working in construction and engineering did not continue after the war.September sees a series of events celebrating the unknown work of the large female workforce. Musician Claudia Molitor has created a 45-minute musical entitled “theSingingBridge”, which runs at Somerset House from Sept9th. to Sept25th. In late September, the “Light up the Ladies Bridge” event saw the National Theatre’s fly tower lit up by large scale photographic projections (投影片) of female construction workers working in construction during World War II.Let’s all celebrate the women who have helped to build the cities in which we live.12. Why do few people know about the builders ofWaterlooBridge?A. The records of their work have been lost.B. Female workers received little attention.C. The construction took place long ago.D. Few people know about the bridge.13. What can we learn from the fourth paragraph?A. There are less female workers inLondon.B.WaterlooBridgeis popular among artists.C. The story ofWaterlooBridgeis better known.D. Many works of art were created during World War II.14. Why didLondonwomen do the construction work?A. It was a tradition inLondon.B. They wanted to get a steady job.C. Mostmen had gone to the battlefield.D. The company offered them better pay.15. Which can be the best title for the text?A. Female Workers on the RiseB. A Hidden Treasure inLondonC. ANew LondonLandmarkD. The Story behind theLadiesBridge第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

2018年湖南省三湘名校教育联盟高三第三次联考试题英语第一部分听力（略）第二部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节阅读埋解（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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

AThe best tool needed for survival in the event you get lost when you travel is your skill of advanced planning. You must expect the unexpected and plan accordingly. Even if you are going out for just a few hours, pack enough essentials that you can stay hydrated（体内水分）, fueled and prepared for any type of weather. Your essentials should include at least:More than enough food and water for the activity you plan.A compass that you know how to use. You may want a GPS device, but those sometimes do not receive a signal or the battery fails. Cell phones also likely will not work because of a lack of signal.Appropriate maps. Study the terrain（地形）and your planned route. Know where you are going and how you will return.Comfortable hiking boots, clothes that you can wear depending on the weather conditions and additional socks in case the ones you arc wearing get wet.A blanket, flashlight, matches kept in a water-resistant container, and other items that will help you survive overnight if necessary.Cheek with the local forest office for special warnings, such as fires in the area, bear sightings, flooding, trail or road closures, etc.It’s also important that once you have planned your outing, tell someone. Give them exact details of where you are going, the trail you plan to follow, when you will return, the vehicle you are driving (and where you plan to park) and how many people will go with you—do not go alone.If you do become lost, your most important tool is keeping a positive mental attitude.1. What docs Paragraph 1 mainly tell us?A. Getting lost outdoors is common in life.B. Surviving in the wild is really a tough thing.C. Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.D. Advanced planning can prevent future troubles.解析：细节理解题。

Imanywould 衡阳市2020届高三毕业班联考（三）参考答案第一部分听力（共两节，每小题1.5分，满分30分）01-05：CCBCA 06-10：BAABC 11-15：CBABC 16-20：BACBA第二部分阅读理解（共两节，每小题2分，满分40分）21-25：BADBA 26-30：CDCBA 31-35：DACBD36-40：DCAEF 第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，每小题1.5分，满分45分）41-45：BACCA 46-50：BDBCD 51-55：DABCD56-60：DAABC 61.on 62.which /as 63.scientific64.collectively 65.was launched 66.stationed 67.skills68.To ensure69.a 70.application第四部分写作（共两节满分35分）第一节短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）One day,I played the chess with Father and I won the first round,said proudly:“Dad,you have to fight.”Father replied he will get back in the next round.The second round a series of attacks,that caught my and led to much falls.My heart leaped with the joy that he could win again.victory was within my Dad explained that I a long term view so that I could succeed made principle that we students should look forward to the future.should be moving forward to the goal.第二节：（满分25分）One Possible VersionDear Mary,How are you getting along these days?Knowing that the produce on your farm is hard to sell during the COVID-19epidemic,I really feel as worried as you.So,I'm writing to share some successful Chinese experience to help you.Chinese farmers came across the similar problem not long ago,but they came up with a creative solution:promoting goods sales through livestreaming.What you need are a computer or a cellphone with access to the Internet and a live stream platform or application for broadcasting.By taking advantage of social influencer marketing,the sellers can introduce the goods more efficiently and the buyers can watch the products visually in real time,thus,making the online trade more convenient.To ensure the quality of live streaming,make sure the equipment and the Internet are of good quality and the surroundings are quiet and free of disturbance.I do hope that it will be helpful to you.Best wishes!Yours sincerely,Li Hua（130words ）which saying听力原文Text1M:I need to confirm the position of the bookshelf first so that we can have the books placed correctly.But the library director hasn't come in yet.Do you know his mobile phone number?W:Actually I have his business card in my car.I'll go and get it.Text2M:This copy machine broke down again!I'm worried because I need to make copies for my presentation tomorrow morning.W:Don't worry.Why don't you keep preparing for your presentation?I'll call the technician about fixing it. Text3M:I think we need to hire several part-time workers to help us move the office.W:You're right.We can't do all the preparation work ourselves.Let me search for a hiring agency to find us some people as soon as possible.Text4W:Fred is very happy.M:Which one is he?W:He's short with big glasses,but actually his eyes are a bit small.He is in front of Lily with short brown hair. Look,there.Lily is the tall girl with long hair.M:Oh.I see him.Text5W:Hi,Peter.We'd better book our flight for the meeting in New York.Do you prefer to take a flight on Wednesday or a flight on Thursday?M:Wednesday's flight would be better.That way,we can take a short break before the meeting begins on Friday morning.听第6段材料，回答第6、7题.M:Hey,Jenny.Saturday is my birthday and I was wondering if you’d like to come to my party.You can come along with your brother.W:Oh,I’m sorry.I think I may already have plans...to go to my grandparents’house with my father.M:OK.I hope you have a good time.W:Thank you.And I hope your party’s fun.Anyway,see you in class on Monday.M:Sure!Bye.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

2020-2021学年衡阳市第三中学高三英语第三次联考试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（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ADo you want to get home from work knowing you have made a real difference in someone’s life? If yes, don’t care about sex or age! Come and join us, then you’ll make it!Position:Volunteer Social Care Assistant (No Pay with Free Meals)Place:ManchesterHours:Part TimeWe are now looking for volunteers to support people with learning disabilities to live active lives! Only 4 days left. Don’t miss the chance of lending your warm hands to help others!Role:You will provide people with learning disabilities with all aspects of their daily lives. You will help them to develop new skills. You will help them to protect their rights and their safety. But your primary concern is to let them know they are valued.Skills and Experience Required:You will have the right values and great listening skills. You will be honest and patient. You will have the ability to drive a car and to communicate in fluent written and spoken English since you’ll have to help those people with different learning disabilities. Previous care-related experience will be a great advantage for you.1.The text is meant to_________.A.carry an adB.send an invitationC.present a documentD.leave a note2.The volunteers’ primary responsibility is to help people with learning disabilities__________.A.to learn new living skillsB.to get some financial supportC.to properly protect themselvesD.to realize their own importance3.Which of the following can first be chosen as a volunteer?A.The one who can drive a car.B.The one who can speak English fluently.C.The one who has relevant work experience.D.The one who has the patience to listen to others.BMost teenagers are still trying to find their passion and purposes in life. However, not Gitanjali Rao. The 15-year-old girl has been coming up with innovative solutions to worldwide problems since she was ten. It is, therefore, not surprising that the teenager has won the honor of “America's Top Young Scientist”.In the third grade, Rao was inspired to build a device after witnessing the shocking story unfold in Flint, Michigan, where cost-cutting measures led to the use of a polluted river as the city's primary water supply and incredibly high levels of lead made their way into people's drinking water.After two months' research, Rao designed a small and portable device that used sensors to instantly detect lead in water. Called Tethys, after the Greek Goddess(女神) of freshwater, it attaches to a cellphone and informs the residents via an app if their drinking water contains lead. The design earned her the 3M Young Scientist Challenge in 2017. She is currently working with scientists and medical professionals to test Tethys' potential and hopes the device will be ready for commercial use by 2022.Later, Rao took on another social issue-drug addiction. Her app, called Epione, which won the Health Pillar Prize at the TCS Ignite Innovation Student Challenge in May 2019, is designed to catch drug addiction in young adults before it's too late.More recently, the teenager has developed an app named Kindly, which usesartificial intelligence technology to detect possible signs of cyberbullying(网上欺凌). When users type in a word or phrase, Kindly is able to pick it up if it's bullying, and then it gives the option to edit it or send it the way it is. It gives them the chance to rethink what they are saying so that they know what to do next time.All kinds of awesome, Gitanjali Rao has been selected from 5,000 equally impressive nominees(被提名人) for TIME Magazine's first-ever “Kid of the Year”.4. What gave Rao the idea of inventing the device Tethys?A. The incident of lead pollution.B. The issue with drug addiction.C. The shortage of water supplies.D. The high cost of purifying water.5. What is Rao expecting of Tethys?A. It'll remove metal from water.B. It'll make it to market soon.C. It'll win her a higher prize.D. It'll be fitted to cellphones.6. What will Kindly allow users to do?A. Receive pre-warning signals of threat.B. Input words into a computer automatically.C. Choose from secure social networking sites.D. Weigh their words before posting them online.7. Which of the following can best describe Gitanjali Rao as a young scientist?A. Ambitious and humble.B. Optimistic and adventurous.C. Talkative and outstanding.D. Creative and productive.CThe man who invented the World Wide Web a few decades ago is calling for major changes to make it better for humans. In an open letter published on Tuesday, Berners-Lee said that the web was used by half the world's population.Berners-Lee said the web had clearly created great opportunities for humans to progress and had made life easier for millions of people. Actually, it also has offered opportunities to groups traditionally not heard a new voice in society. However, he added that the web had also provided new ways for cheats to commit crimes (犯罪).“Against the background of news stories about how the web is misused, it's understandable that many people feel afraid and unsure if the web is really a force for good,” he wrote.Berners-Lee created a group called the World Wide Web Foundation. He islooking for help from governments, companies and people to become more involved in shaping the web to do more good for humans. His actual plan is called the “Contract (合同) for the Web”.Under this contract, governments are called on to take steps to makesure all people can connect to the Internet and that personal privacy is respected. Businesses are asked to keep the Internet prices low so more people can use the web. In addition, companies should respect privacy and develop technologies that aim to put people first.The plan also calls on people to create materials for the web and work with others to make sure that is rich, quality information for everyone. Besides, people should seek to “build strong communities that respect personal speech and human equality.” “The path to make the Internet better is the responsibility of everyone who uses it,” Bermers-Lee added, “Making big changes will not be easy, but will be very well worth it in the end.”8. What does Berners-Lee think of the World Wide Web?A. It is his greatest regret.B. It stops the progress of humans.C. It needs improving.D. It does more harm than good.9. What's wrong with the web according to Berners-Lee?A. It is misused for bad purposes.B. It is misunderstood by all people.C. It blocks out a new voice in society.D. It is expensive for half the world’s population.10. What are governments called on to do under the “Contract for the Web”?A. Put technology first.B. Create materials for the web.C. Popularize the Internet.D. Make the Internet free of charge.11. What should people do with the Internet in Berners-Lee's opinion?A. Be responsible for it.B. Absolutely reject it.C. Completely rely on it.D. Be unconcerned about it.DMikah Frye, a 9-year-old boy, was walking down the streets with his grandmother discussing Christmas gifts when he saw some homeless people struggling to stay warm in the cold night. Then he was thinking about a way to help the homeless to spend a warm Christmas.That thought stayed in Mikah Frye’s mind and when he reached home, Mikah informed his parents not to buy the Microsoft XBox gaming device he had asked for earlier. Mikah realized that by not buying the $300 device, he could instead donate over 30 blankets to the homeless. He knew how much it meant to be warm in the cold holiday season.Three years ago, Mikah and his parents were the ones living in a homeless shelter. Having suffered a financial crisis, they too had lost their house, not knowing where their next meal would come from and sharing a blanket every night. Mikah was six years old then but he remembered what it was like to have to give back that precious blanket every morning.Reaching out to the emergency shelter programme that looked after them 3 years ago, the family donated 60 blankets in the end, each with a personalized message of hope in Mikah’s handwriting stating: “They gave me a blanket, but I had to leave it. That’s why I want you to have your own blanket. Today, I live in my own house, and someday you will too. Your friend, Mikah.”The homeless people at the shelter may not have been able to give Mikah a Christmas gift in return but his gesture was noted by the billion dollar company Microsoft who made sure that Mikah was fooled into visitingtheir store so that Santa Claus could personally deliver an XBox from the company to him as a reward for making the top of “Santa’s list of nice boys” that year.12. Why did Mikah give up his Christmas gift?A. The device was out of date.B. His parents had a tight budget.C. He wanted to spend a warm Christmas.D. He decided to do something charitable.13. What made Mikah have a better understanding of the situation of the homeless?A. His own experience.B. His parents’ education.C. His visiting to the emergency shelter.D. The cold weather during the holiday season.14. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs?A. The homeless gave Mikah a gift in return.B. He finally got the gift he wanted on Christmas.C. The company Microsoft fooled Mikah into buying an Xbox.D Mikah wrote a thank-you note to the emergency shelter he lived in.15. What might be the best title for the text?A. Mikah’s Precious Christmas GiftB. Mikah’s Giving Warmth on ChristmasC. Microsoft Rewarded Nice Boys on Santa’s ListD. The Homeless Needed Blankets on a Cold Christmas第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。