2019-2020学年曲靖一中高三英语一模试卷及答案

2019-2020学年曲靖一中高三英语一模试卷及答案

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

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Must-see Musicals

Ready to get back to the theater and enjoy some toe-tapping show tunes? Whether you're a Londoner or just

visiting the capital for a day, you're sure to find a good night out from our selection of must-see musicals. Book

your ticketsin advance to catch the hottest shows!

●TINA- The Tina Turner Musical

From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into global Queen of Rock n' Roll, Tina

Turner didn't just break the rules, she rewrote them. This new stage musicalreveals the story of a woman who

dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race. TINA—The Tina Turner Musical is written by Oliver

Award-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by Phyllida Lloyd.

Performance times: Monday 7 pm; From June 3, 2021 until June 26, 2022

Venue: Aldwych Theater, 49 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4DF

●The Lion King

Taking the famous story of Simba and his ascension to king, the stage show is a one-way ticket to Pride Lands.

With fascinating scenery drawing you in, you'll almost feel like you're part of the action as you journey through

Simba's world. To bring The Lion King to life, the show's original director, Julie Taymor, combined live performers

and creative props. Creating a visual feast that's since redefined how musicals could and should look, The Lion

King really is an all singing, all-dancing affair.

Performance times: Tuesday—Saturday 7: 30 pm; From June 1, 2021 until April 3, 2022

Venue: Lyceuwm Theater, 21 Wellington Street, London WC2E 7RQ

●The Prince of Egypt

Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as two young men, raised together as brothers in a kingdom

of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, but the other must rise

up and free histrue people; both face a destiny that will change history forever.

With a huge cast and orchestra of almost 60 artists, this “truly phenomenal production” is based on the

classic Dream Works Animation film and features the international best-selling, Academy Award-winning song When You Believe.

Performance times: Monday—Saturday 7: 30 pm; From July 1, 2021 until January 8, 2022

Venue: Dominion Theater, 268—269 Tottenham Court Rd, Fitzrovia, London W1T 7AQ

1. Who is the author of TINA—The Tina Turner Musical?

A. Oliver Award. B. Katori Hall. C. Phyllida Lloyd. D. Tina Turner.

2. What is special for The Lion King?

A. It is written by a famous director. B. It reveals a conflict between two brothers.

C. It offers a lifelike feast for eyes. D. It shows the importance of protecting lions.

3. If you prefer the songWhen You Believe, which theater should you go to?

A. Dominion Theater. B. Lyceuwm Theater.

C. Aldwych Theater. D. Egypt Theater.

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