高三英语模拟试题
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2024届浙江省杭州市高三下学期高考英语模拟试题(二模)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纸上。
第1节 (共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)第2节听下面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。
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.When did the man visit the National Park?st September.st December.C.This July.2.What does the woman think of Olivia?A.She is quiet.B.She is sociable.C.She is talkative.3.What will the man do this Tuesday?A.Attend an interview.B.Meet his doctor.C.Deliver a speech.4.What is the man's chief consideration in choosing the cottage?A.Its location.B.Its comfort.C.Its facilities.5.Where did the conversation probably take place?A.At the airport,B.In the office.C.At the hotel.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。
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,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
2025届高三第一次模拟考试英语试题(本试卷共10页,共三部分;全卷满分120分,考试用时100分钟)留意事项:1.答卷前,先将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在试卷和答题纸上。
2.选择题的作答:每小题选出答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。
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第—部分阅读(共两节,满分50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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
AWin an Interview with NYT Bestselling Author J.Elle!In addition to your private online Zoom interview,you will also win a print copy of her book,Wings of Ebony,a PDF copy of the book,and the chance to have your interview published in Teen Ink.How to Enter:1.Follow Teen Ink on Instagram(teen.ink)2.Comment two of your potential questions for J.Elle on our contest post,or email them to contests@teenink.com3.We will be choosing the winner based on these questions so do your best!About the Book:Wings of Ebony is part of YA fantasy books about a black teen goddess named Rue who must rise up against racist gods,who poisoned her block with drugs,violence,and crime.It extends a unique perspective on racism,privilege,cultural appropriation,and community.About J.Elle:J.Elle is a former teacher to inner-city students,and the founder of“Your Story is Your Power,”a creative writing workshop that empowers teen voices.From growing up poor to being a first-generation college student.Eile’s perseveerance and passion for empowering others dates back to her first career in education,teaching tweens and teens from traditionally underserved areas to fight for their dreams.She drew inspiration for the novel from her own experience growing up poor,which is clearly reflected in her book.1.What will the winnerget?A.A face-to-face interview with Elle.B.A book with J.Elle’s signature.C.A PDF copy of Wings of Ebony.D.A published copy of Teen Ink.2.The winner will be picked out by participants’__________.A.entries B.comments C.emails D.questions3.What inspired Elle to write the book?A.Her love for teaching.B.Her experience in poverty.C.Her dream of writing.D.Her education in college.BEveryone can smile when they are on cloud nine.Everyone can cry when the weather is blue.But it takes a strong person to smile when he or she has every reason to cry!Kiley,from Maryland,is an author,fashion model,motivational speaker and entrepreneur.Since 3 years old,her life has proven to be a journey of surgeries.She was forced to have two permanent ostomies(造口术),causing her to have ostomy bags for the rest of her life.Carrying not one,but two ostomy bags is not something you would want anyone to go through especially your own child.As a single father,Jay is Kiley’s biggest advocate.When Kiley was 10 years old,she gave a special Father's Day gift to her father to express her gratitude,which was to dance with him at her talent show at schoo1.In the video,the little girl was smiling from ear to ear.They danced along the song.Overcomer of American Idol’s Mandisa.“You’re an overcomer.Stay in the fight till the final round.”True to the lyrics.Kiley is a strong and inspiring overcomer.At only fifteen,Kiley set up Enhancing Children’s Lives Organization,a foundation dedicated to helping low-income children,providing them with backpacks filled with school supplies,shoes,clothing and even food.She has been a fashion model for over 7 years,yes with two ostomy bags.She is helping cancer survivors and inspiring ostomy patients.Looking at the outer appearance,one would not tell she lives with these adversities.She has proven that not even the biggest problem in the world could wipe away the smile from her face!Kiley wrote in one of her books,“jused to say,‘Why me?Why cancer?Why ostomy bags?’Now I say.‘Why not me?’Just because you have some difficulties in life doesn’t mean you can’t make it.We have the ability to make a difference,to change lives.”4.Why did Kiley decide to dance with her father at school?A.To show off hertalent.B.To win her dad’s support.C.To promote Father’s Day.D.To show thanks to her dad.5.What can children get from Enhancing Children’s Lives Organization?A.Medical care.B.Full scholarship. C.School necessities.D.Better education.6.Which words can best describe Kiley?A.Optimistic and inspiring.B.Strong-willed and realistic.C.Crcative and independent.D.Confident and ambitious.7.What can we learn from Kiley’s story?A.Healtll is money.B.Smile has power.C.Hard work pays off.D.Cherish the time.CPeople who play drums regularly for years differ from unmusical people in their brain structure and function.The results of a study by researchers from Bochum suggest that they have fewer,but thickcr fibers in the main connecting tract between the brain hemispheres(半球).In addition,their motor brain areas are organized more efficiently.This is the conclusion drawn by a research team headed by ra.It was published in the journal Brain and Behavior,online on 4 December 2024.The researchers were interested in drummers because their movement control far surpasses that of untrained people.“Most people can only perform fine motor tasks with one hand and have problems playing different rhythms with both hands at the same time,”explains Lara.“Drummers can do things that are impossible for untrained people.”The team intended to gain new insights into the organization of complex motor processes in the brain by identifying the changes in the brain caused by this training.The researchers tested 20 professional drummers who have played their instrument for an average of 17 years and currently practice for more than ten hours per week.They examined them using various MRI imaging techniques that provide insights into the structure and function of the brain.They then compared the data with measurcments of 24 unmusical control subjects.Both groups had to play drums to test their abilities and were then examined in the MRI scanner.Drummers presented clear differences in the front part of the corpus callosum(胼胝体)responsible for motor planning.The data indicated that the drummers had fewer but thicker fibers in this imponant connecting tract.This allows musicians to exchange information between the hemispheres more quickly than the controls.Although drummers might be good at motor coordination,they are less active in motor tasks than that of control subjects.This phenomenon indicates that a more efficient brain organization in the areas leads to less activation in professionals.8.Which has the closest meaning with the underlined word in Paragraph 2? A.Correspond with.B.Go beyond.C.Differ from.D.Fall behind.9.How did the team identify the changes in drummers’brain?A.By analyzing previous study.B.By organizing complex motor tasks.C.By testing their abilities and scanning the brains.D.By comparing amateur drummers and unmusical people.10.Which statement is true about the drummers?A.They are more active in motor tasks.B.They can play rhythms more quickly.C.They have better imagination and insights.D.They have more efficient brain organization.11.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.Playing drums changes the brain.B.Playing drums can be trained.C.Playing music makes you active.D.Playing music brings benefits.DVegan leather(纯素皮),a cruelty-free and environment-friendly substitute for animal leather has long been the ultimate goal of sustainable fashion.Now,an alternative may be making the jump from the lab to cupboards,and its souse may surprise many people:the forest floor.Mycelium(菌体丝),the fibrous roots of fungi(真菌),is being made into durable clothes and bags with a lower carbon cost than animal’s skin or plastic,and it’s a material that won’t pile up in landfills.While products made from it aren’t available to buy yet,industry experts say the material has great potential to influence the market for animal and synthetic(合成的)leathers.And it has a unique look and feel.Leather production relies on skin from cattle and sheep,whose raising is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions.Leather processing also uses dangerous chemicals and generates large amounts of waste from treating raw skin.By contrast,fungi’s growth is effectively carbon neutral since they catch and store carbon that would otherwise be emitted or remain in the atmosphere,according to Nature.Pure and untreated fungi-1eather also breaks down easily.A number of companies are relying on consumer’s interest in a true fungi leather.Some 66%US respondents to a survey by the consulting firm Mckinscy&Company said they consider sustainability when making a luxury purchase.California-based Mekino is perhaps closest to producing a commercially available product called Reishi.“It has the same quality and artistic value as animal leather and it will be launched in partnership with top brands in the coming months.”said Sophia Wang,the company’s co-founder.One of the challengs with fungi-leather is making a uniform “mat”with consistentthickness,appearance and color,according to Nature.It’s also necessary to balance durability with biodegradability(降解) .12.What do we know about Mycelium?A.Its products are available now.B.It is likely to gain some market share.C.It has a high carbon emission.D.It accounts for alarge part of waste.13.How is Paragraph 3 mainly developed?A.By making a comparison. B.By reasoning and arguning.C.By analyzing the reasearch process. D.By providing background information.14.What can we infer from Paragraph4?A.Most people like animal leather.B.Consumers are indifferent to Reishi.C.Sophia has confidence in Reishi.D.Mckino ranks among top brands.15.In which part of a newspaper can we see the passage? A.Opinion.B.Agriculture.C.Fashion.D.Lifestyle.其次节(共5 小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5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。
2025届山东省Eternal7社区高三9月模拟预测英语试题一、阅读理解Hypixel, launched in 2013, is the largest currently active Minecraft server, with an average of 40,000 players online as of 2024. Here are 3 trending minigames in Hypixel.Hypixel SkyBlock Hypixel SkyBlock is a game where players start on a Private Island with almost nothing and quickly start collecting resources, expanding their island, fighting monsters, creating farms, and much more.Throughout SkyBlock, many items have their own Collections. Each collection has its own designated item, each of which has multiple tiers. Some Collections have as little as 4 tiers and some range to 10+ tiers. Each tier has a requirement for total items collected that the player needs to obtain in order to unlock it. Rewards from Collections range from many things such as Skill XP, new recipes, Trades, the ability to use certain items, and more!BedWarsIn BedWars, players spawn (出生) in eight or four teams of up to four players. They’re equipped on spawn with a Wooden Sword when lacking a better sword. Team islands have a bed in front and a resource generator in back. The bed is the respawn source of a team and must be protected from enemy teams, while the resource generator spawns Iron and Gold to purchase items at the Item Shop.There are islands separate from team islands with Diamond and Emerald Generators. Diamonds generate at a moderate (中等) speed and can be used to purchase team upgrades or traps, while Emeralds generate at a slower speed and can be used to purchase stronger items. These generator islands are usually close to islands of other teams, which can be raided by other teams to break their bed. If a team’s bed is broken, players on that team will lose their respawn ability and be eliminated upon dying once more.SkyWarsIn SkyWars, players spawn on islands that contain chests with loot inside. Players can loot the chests to get tools, armor, projectiles, and other items. These items can be used to battle other players, who will drop their own loot when killed. There are also stronger loot chests in the middle of the map, which contain stronger tools, enchanted armor, and other more frequent items. Chests can refill twice, with the first refill making strong items stronger or more frequent, and the secondrefill placing ender pearls in every chest.1.Which one is the incorrect statement of BedWars?A.Players are required to defend their team’s bed.B.Every player in the game is unable to respawn.C.Time of this game is limited.D.Emernalds are the most value items.2.What’s the underlined word “tiers” used to describe?A.How fancy it is.B.How rare it is.C.How many it is.D.How bad it is. 3.Which game not involves Player VS Player?A.Hypixel Skyblock.B.BedWars.C.SkyWars.D.None of them.The recent arrest of three middle school boys who allegedly killed a classmate has raised concerns about teenagers who commit serious crimes. It has also started discussions about the challenges faced by left - behind children.The victim, surnamed Wang, was a grade 7 student in Handan, Hebei province. He was killed on March 10 and all suspects were taken into custody (拘留) the next day.It’s yet to be found out why or how the killing happened. However, some news reports said that the three suspects who are all under 14 bullied the victim for a long time. These reports also said they are children of migrant workers.The victim went missing in the afternoon of 10 March, his father said in a video on Douyin. The local government said the boy likely died on the same day.“My child was still alive and kicking around 15:00 on 10 March... All his money was transferred from his phone at 16:10 and his phone was turned off,” the father said.Before his death, the boy transferred 191 yuan ($17; £13) to one of his three classmates, the father told The Beijing News.Xu Hao, a lawyer at Beijing Jingsh Law Firm, said the suspects might still have to face punishment for what they did, even though they are young. He explained that the law in China said that children as young as 12 can be punished if they commit serious crimes, like hurting or killing someone. But the decision to punish them has to be approved by the Supreme People’sProcuratorate (人民检察院).Another lawyer, Zhao Li, said it’s not just about punishment, but also about getting help from the government and schools to look after children who are left behind by their parents.Zhao said these children need more care and help while they grow up, and that making better rules and services is really important to help all children, especially the left-behind ones. 4.What may the passage be taken from?A.From a newspaper.B.From a speech.C.From a blog.D.From a publisher.5.What details are known about the suspects involved in the killing of the grade 7 student?A.They were all over 18 years old.B.They were children of migrant workers.C.They were all honor students.D.They had no prior history of misconduct. 6.According to lawyer Xu Hao, what are the potential consequences the suspects may face for their actions?A.They will be cleared due to their young age.B.They may face punishment if approved by the Supreme People’s Procuratorate.C.They will be watched on by guardians.D.They are exempt from legal consequences as minors.7.Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A.The Impact of Migrant Worker Families on Children’s Behavior and Well-being.B.Legal Ramifications for Underage Offenders in China.C.A Teen Case Has Brought Attention to Social Issue of Left - Behind Children.D.Rise in Violent Crimes Among Middle School Students Linked to Neglectful Parenting.A century ago, Emily Post made manners popular. Her bestselling book, “Etiquette”, framed the “fundamentals (基础) of good behaviour” as fashionable; she offered practical advice as well as dramatic warnings.A century after Post’s book, people are again saying “yes please” to politeness. A host of influencers offer etiquette (礼仪) lessons online, teaching table manners and posture (身姿). #Etiquette posts on TikTok have been viewed more than 5 billion times. Sara Jane Ho, a Chinese instructor, has taken niceties to Netflix. “Mind Your Manners”, a reality show, was nominated foran Emmy award in 2023. People are looking for help at the office as well as at home. Influencers cover topics such as how to start meetings on time and advise on digital faux pas, including how to leave a group chat quietly.Old institutions are adapting to 21st-century norms. Courses at the Institut Villa Pierrefeu mix “modern conventions” with “time-honoured traditions”. Other books offer lessons in modern cordiality. Ms Ho recently published her etiquette teachings. Mr Hanson’s guide to decorum will be published in September.This flurry (热潮) of politesse comes at a time when most people think manners are in decline. Some 85% of Americans believe society is less civil (文明) than it was a decade ago, according to a recent survey; 90% of parents think youngsters aged between six and 18 are disrespectful. Most blame social media and contemporary pressure.As well as these concerns, interest in gentility has surged for two reasons. The first is covid, which stopped folk interacting face-to-face. People started worrying that their social skills were getting as much use as their formal wear. The second reason is a confusion about what is the best practice in a global, digital age. Following experts such as Ms Ho, who says her viewers “know what to do anywhere, with anyone, in any situation”, can seem like a sure-fire way to avoid embarrassment.Like all customs, what is regarded as polite is subject to change. Post knew this, and criticised people who said the young were rude because they followed less formal etiquette. An oft-cited example is the phrase “if it please you”, which was popular in Shakespeare’s day. By the time Post published “Etiquette” it had been shortened to “please”. Young people now find it perfectly acceptable to type “pls” on mobile phones.Artificial Intelligence will change politeness once more. McKinsey, a consultancy, points out that soft skills will become only more important for business leaders in an age when generative (生成式) AI can do much of the analytical heavy lifting. Good manners may become more appreciated.8.Why has there been a renewed interest in etiquette?A.Because of the book “Etiquette”.B.Because of #Etiquette posts.C.Due to “Mind Your Manners”.D.Due to concerns about lack of manners. 9.What is the underlined word “this” refers to?A.The popularity of etiquette.B.The variability of polite standards.C.The reason of the flurry of politesse.D.The pressure that young are facing.10.It can be learned from the last paragraph that .A.AI will replace the need for human workers.B.AI will redefine what is considered polite.C.The importance of soft skills will increase in the business world.D.Generative AI is more competitive than human.11.Which is the correct structure of the passage?(①=Para.1)A.①;①①①①①;①B.①;①①①①;①①C.①①①;①①①;①D.①①①;①①;①①At large events all over the world, the scenes of extreme heat stress are starting to look familiar. Older men, shirts undone, lying down with their eyes closed. Aid tents packed with the unconscious. And lines of the faithful — whether they seek religion, music, ballot boxes or sport — sweating under slivers of shade.The consequences have been scared. At this year’s hajj (朝觐), the Islamic pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, at least 1,300 people died as temperatures beyonded 37①. And in many ways, that heavy incident was just the latest sign that crowd control and heat waves fueled by climate change are on a dangerous power. During India’s recent election, dozens of workers died on the job. Last summer, troops of Boy Scouts visiting South Korea became sick from heat, as did others at music festivals in Australia, Europe and North America.Even as heat kills more people today than any other extreme weather event, there is still a dangerous cultural lag (滞后). Many major-event organizers are still failing to realize just how much a warming planet has risen the risk to summer crowds.“As the warm seasons get longer, as the heat waves come earlier, we’re going to have to adapt,” said Benjamin Zaitchik, a climate scientist at Johns Hopkins University who studies health-damaging climate events. Along with personal behavior, he added, facilities, emergency management and social calendars must “really acknowledge this new reality.”Among the many low-tech ways to prevent sickness and death are shade, water stations, sidewalks painted white to reflect heat and emergency health services to treat severe cases of heatstroke. Some hot and innovative places, like Singapore, have constructed public spacesuniting the outdoors with the indoors. They have added air-conditioning to areas where people might have to spend time waiting, such as bus stops.The hardest fix of all may be one that is also in some ways the simplest: educating ordinary people about the risks of heat, including those who are accustomed to living in hot places. Often, they are unaware of the early symptoms of heat stress or how high temperatures are especially dangerous for people with pre-existing health conditions, like kidney disease(肾病) or hypertension(高血压).“Heat is a very, very complex and sneaky killer,” said Tarik Benmarhnia, an environmental epidemiologist and associate professor at University of California, San Diego. “It’s very silent.”12.What does the author want to show in Paragraph 2?A.Large events are held more frequently than before.B.Hot weather influenced people more than expected.C.Occurence of people getting injured is more common.D.People consider their job more important than their lives.13.What is mainly talked about in the passage?A.Cultural diversity in global.B.Dangrousness of large festivals.C.A hidden killer of the health.D.Disadvantages of high temperature. 14.What seem to be most Tarik Benmarhnia’s attitude toward heat?A.Indifferent.B.Complex.C.Uncaring.D.Serious. 15.According to Benjamin Zaitchik, which measure is he most likely to agree with?A.Drawing sidewalks in white.B.Educating more people in adapting heat.C.Promoting more jobs and medical resources.D.Building more public facilities and stations.Astronaut Frank Rubiales has returned to Earth after 371 days in space. It was only supposed to be 180, but a technical fault stopped him from returning as planned. 16 .Being in space can affect both physical and mental health. 17 . Astronauts are recommended 150 minutes of exercise per day to resist this. Also, space traveller’s eyes can be affected by the way that fluids act in zero-gravity. Outside the protection of the Earth’s atmosphere, astronauts are exposed to much higher levels and different forms of solar radiation. This canpotentially cause long-term health problems, such as cancer.18 . Our mental health can be damaged if we don’t get enough sleep. On earth, our bodies respond through circadian rhythms to the Sun rising and setting to help us sleep, but astronauts on board the International Space Station see 16 sunsets and sunrises every day.19 . Isolation, and spending all your time with a small group of people can also affect mental health. Along with isolation, is the pressure that comes from being constantly monitored by experts back on Earth. With possible future missions to Mars predicted to last three years, tensions within the crew could become heightened. There was a case of this where a colleague threatened to open the airlock and drain the oxygen from the spacecraft.Developing new techniques and technology to support astronauts’health will enable more ambitious future missions. 20 . The Canadian Space Agency is using its expertise to improve health care for people living in remote regions. The technology that supports robots used in space is now being used in surgery in normal hospitals, while pressure suits are being used to treat post-pregnancy complications.A.Unlucky for him, but very lucky for scientists who want to see what effects spending an extended time in space has on the human body.B.Due to this technical fault,Frank Rubiales has to overcome more difficulties.C.It’s not just physical health that is affected by being in space.D.Enough sleep is exceptionally important.E.It can also help those of us who are staying on EarthF.Weightlessness caused by a lack of gravity can lead to a loss of bone and muscle mass. G.This means that avoiding sleep deprivation is a challenge.二、完形填空Mr. Dalton taught us plane geometry (平面几何) 37 years ago. I was a quiet kid. I neither got in much trouble nor got 21 . Somehow, plane geometry really 22 for me in his class.Toward the end of the year, Mr. Dalton wanted to 23 our knowledge and gave us a 25-question true/false nationally standardized test. The test presented each problem with aconclusion shown. We were required to 24 the result using our theorems (定理).I completed 24 problems quickly, but number seventeen was a 25 ! I spent thirty minutes on that proof and 26 I made it with all my efforts. 27 , I marked the question true and handed in the test.When the results came back the next day, my score was a 96, and number seventeen was28 wrong! When Mr. Dalton asked if there were any questions, for the first time, my hand29 .Instead of 30 that this was a nationally standardized test and there, couldn’t be anything wrong with the answers, Mr. Dalton did the most powerful thing. I’ve ever seen a teacher do: he held out the 31 to me with an encouraging smile on his face.I went to the board for the first time and 32 my proof, using the whole board and three different colors of chalk. In the end, everyone clapped. Mr. Dalton gave 33 for my answer on number seventeen, and I ended up with a grade of 104.What I experienced that day has 34 me well. I have been 35 to Mr. Dalton for empowering me to speak up as long as I think I’m right.21.A.caught B.tired C.confused D.noticed 22.A.clicked B.appeared C.faded D.existed 23.A.expand B.check C.update D.improve 24.A.classify B.identify C.prove D.obtain 25.A.mystery B.purpose C.challenge D.comfort 26.A.immediately B.eventually C.gradually D.consistently 27.A.Encouraged B.Embarrassed C.Depressed D.Satisfied 28.A.assumed B.indicated C.marked D.approved 29.A.shot up B.reached out C.waved about D.drew back 30.A.suspecting B.arguing C.discussing D.admitting 31.A.board B.chalk C.paper D.book 32.A.understood B.explored C.reflected D.demonstrated 33.A.credit B.cause C.account D.evaluation 34.A.known B.suited C.served D.made 35.A.polite B.true C.open D.grateful三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
2024届北京市东城区高三下学期英语模拟试题(一模)本试卷共12页,共100分。
考试时长90分钟。
考生务必将答案答在答题卡上,在试卷上作答无效。
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第一部分知识运用(共两节,30分)第一节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,共15分)阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,从每题所给的A、B 、C 、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
I hadn't seen Anne in nearly 20 years since college,yet we could still party like old times.It was great to have her here, 1 our lives.yard.Ijob.Iting at the few blooms(花)left in my yard.I hadn't planted much after losing my job.It had been a 2 me.Justor me.Just when I thought I was done with thebitterness,it would all come rushing back and the 3 thing on my mind was flowers.“One of my hobbies is taking photos of 4 season.Iaid and steadied herself near the last rose of the season.I shrugged(耸肩),wondering why anyone would. 5 taking timeto look at a lowly rose.Suddenly a hot song rang from her cell phone."I set it to remind me to take my medicine,”she said calmly.“An 6 for medicine?"I laughed.“Are we that old?”softly.Thatrain,”she smiled.“I have been diagnosed with a rare cancer,a small tumor (肿块)no bigger than your fingernail,”she laughed softly.That was Anne—ever 7 .Even cancer was no more than joking about.So 8 that I was beyond words.Later next day,an e-mail filled with the flower photos popped up from Anne—clear beautiful.Shebeautiful.She had gotten past the anger,the pity and unfairness,taking one momentat a time and polishing it until it 9 .I shifted my eye to outside,and I had her flowers in full bloom.Actually,I always had them,but it was Anne who got me to really 10 them.1.A.saving B.watching C.sharing D.controlling2.A.normal B.new C.satisfying D.difficultst B.same C.only D.right4.A.yards B.flowers C.parties D.people5.A.bother B.avoid C.miss D.stop6.A.award B.order C.alarm D.idea7.A.optimistic B.attractive C.hard-working D.confident8.A.nervous B.shocked C.relaxed D.lucky9.A.ended B.failed C.shined D.fruited10.A.arrange B.trust C.colour D.appreciate第二节语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,共15分)阅读下列短文,根据短文内容填空。
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You may have heard of the famous workplace communication software, Slack. Many companies use Slack to virtually communicate across teams. What most people don’t know is that Slack, despite its 1 , was never meant to exist. In fact, the company who developed Slack actually had been hoping to create the next popular video game. But after raising millions of dollars to fund the game development, the company ultimately 2 the project because the game failed to attract enough users.The 3 goal of the company wasn’t achieved. However, during the process of creating theirEQ(4)game, something else happened. The team realized that the system they created to accompany the game was worth investing more time in. And they 5 to invent the communication system idea for one of the fastest-growing startups (初创公司) in history, and Slack was born.An outcome-focused company might have just moved on from the failed video game or, worse, continued investing resources, risking further negative outcomes. But 6 , this company didn’t do that. 7 , they had been paying attention to the process. Focusing on the process allowed this company to 8 and redefine their desired outcome.You’ve probably heard a quote or two in your life about the 9 of “the journey”—how often the journey is more significant and impactful than the 10 . The company that developed Slack understood this principle, and by focusing on the process rather than the outcome, they were able to achieve greater success than they first had hoped for.1. A. problem B. history C. success D. limitation2. A. took down B. shut down C. cut down D. passed down3. A. immediate B. general C. real D. initial4. A. chat B. sign C. control D. power5. A. intended B. managed C. pretended D. promised6. A. luckily B. naturally C. likely D. hopefully7. A. Therefore B. Still C. Thus D. Instead8. A. predict B. achieve C. adapt D. watch9. A. origin B. challenge C. importance D. purpose10. A. distance B. destination C. determination D. direction第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,共15分)阅读下列短文,根据短文内容填空。
2024届江苏省南京市、盐城市高三上学期第一次模拟考试英语试题一、听力选择题1.A.Have a meeting.B.Have a meal.C.Go to work.D.Do some cooking.2. What are the speakers probably doing?A.Parking the car.B.Moving some furniture.C.Watching TV on the sofa.3.A.He is unwilling to face her.B.He has no time to talk with her now.C.He is hurrying to a discussion.D.He prefers a quick discussion.4. What can we learn from the woman?A.The staff don’t like weekends.B.The staff are all very busy.C.They don’t serve steak.5. What will the man probably do?A.See a doctor.B.Attend a meeting.C.Visit the woman.二、听力选择题6. 听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1. What does the man probably do?A.He's a dentist.B.He's a salesman.C.He's a dentist's assistant.2. What does the man suggest about the woman's teeth?A.They're so nice.B.They're damaged.C.They look dirty.3. How often does the woman usually brush her teeth?A.Once a day.B.Twice a day.C.Three times a day.4. What did the man do to the woman?A.He cleaned her teeth.B.He checked her eyes.C.He replaced her toothbrush.7. 听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
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AThe year 2015 saw another boom in TV drama adaptations of online literature. Despite the difficulty of adapting original works, these popular novels on the Internet were screened one by one. Some enjoyed a great success while some were criticized by the audiences.My SunshineMy Sunshine is a TV drama adapted from Gu Man's novel of the same title. It stars Wallace Chuang and Tang Yan, premiering (初次上演) in January, 2015.The drama portrays a man and a woman's reunion and long-lasting romance after seven years of separation. The novel itself has been popular on the Internet and was published in 2003.Wallace Chuang soon rose to become a romantic icon among female viewers because of the role he played in the adaptation, presenting an ideal image of lover to the audiences.The Lost TombThe Lost Tomb is an action and adventure TV adaption of a popular online novel by Xu Lei. This is the first seasonal online TV series in China and the novel is scheduled to be dramatized in eight seasons, one season for each year. The first season was released in June of 2015.The novel series of the same name is about several people's adventure in ancient tombs, and it has enjoyed a wide readership since it was released online in 2006.Thus the adapted TV series had been accordingly highly expected by its fans but turned out to be disappointing. Although there were 24,000,000 hits on the web within the first two minutes of its debut (首次上演), the season was later criticized by the audiences for its weak storyline and poor quality. Some lines of the series even became jokes on the social media.Nirvana in FireNirvana in Fire is also adapted from an online novel of the same name written by Hai Yan, the adaptation for the first time found its way on the screen in September 2015.Staring Hu Ge and Liu Tao, the series shows a talented military strategist endeavoring to clear his name through continuous fights. The fictional characters and dynasty let the adaptation smartly avoid being criticized for not sticking to historical accuracy. And the drama’s delicateinternal setting and faultless storyline were highly praised by the audiences.Hua Xu YinHua Xu Yin is about a princess who sacrificed her life for the country but later was saved and began her own adventures with another name. It is also a TV series adaptation of an online novel of the same title written by Tang Qi. The series premiered in July 2015, staring Lin Yuan and Zheng Jiaying. However, it did not get as much attention as its rivals. According to the online critics, the lead roles and their costumes were not appealing enough in the adaptation. 1.Which TV drama failed to live up to the audience's expectation?A.My Sunshine. B.Hua Xu Yin.C.Nirvana in Fire. D.The Lost Tomb.2.The key to Nirvana in Fire's success lies in the elements other than________.A.fictional characters and dynastyB.historical accuracyC.delicate internal settingsD.perfect storyline3.What do these TV shows have in common?A.The stories of these TV shows take place in ancient world.B.The themes of these TV shows focus on love.C.The scripts of these TV shows are on the basis of online literature.D.The endings of these TV shows are tragedies.【答案】1-3 DBC【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文,主要介绍了几部改编自网络小说的电视剧,其内容主要围绕各电视剧的剧情、特点及人们的评价等方面绽开。
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AYingge Dance is a traditional folk dance that has gained significant popularity in recent times. It is a dynamic and energetic performance that showcases the rich cultural heritage of a particular region.Yingge Dance is especially popular in areas like Guangdong Province in China. It is often performed during festivals, celebrations, and important cultural events. For example, it is a staple during the Spring Festival and other traditional holidays, adding to the festive atmosphere and bringing joy to the community.The dance is characterized by its powerful movements, vibrant costumes, and rhythmic music. The dancers, usually in groups, showcase their coordination and skills through various choreographed steps and formations.If you want to enjoy this wonderful dance performance, here is some useful information for you.The Yingge Dance show will be held at the Cultural Square in the city center. The show starts at 7:00 p.m. every Saturday and lasts for approximately two hours.The ticket price for adults is $20, while for students and seniors (over 65), it is $15. Children under 5 can enter for free.After watching the performance, many people have shared their amazing experiences. They were impressed by the colorful costumes, powerful rhythms, and the unity and passion of the dancers.21. Where is Yingge Dance especially popular?A. In Guangdong Province and some other parts of China.B. Only in Guangdong Province.C. In all provinces of China.D. In some European countries.22. When is Yingge Dance often performed?A. Only during the Spring Festival.B. During all festivals and celebrations.C. During festivals, celebrations, and important cultural events.D. Never during important cultural events.23. If a family of two adults, a student, and a child aged 4 goes to watch the show, how much should they pay?A. $50B. $55C. $60D. $65BOne sunny afternoon in the park, I witnessed a remarkable scene. An elderly gentleman was standing by the side of a path, looking confused and lost. Just at that moment, a kind-hearted young girl approached him. She asked him gently what was wrong and listened patiently as he struggled to explain.Without hesitation, the girl took his hand and slowly guided him along the path, chatting with him to ease his anxiety. They walked together until they reached the place the old man was supposed to be. The old man smiled with thankfulness and relief.After helping the old man, the girl didn't just leave. She spent some more time with him, sharing some interesting stories and making him laugh. The old man's eyes sparkled with joy, and it was clear that this interaction had brightened his day. The girl's kindness seemed to have an effect, as other people in the park also noticed and were inspired by her actions.I continued to observe as the girl then decided to stay with the old man for a while longer. They sat on a bench together, and the girl began to tell him about her own life, her dreams, and her adventures. The old man listened attentively, nodding and smiling from time to time. It was a beautiful sight to behold, this unlikely pair sharing such a genuine and heartwarming connection.This encounter made me reflect on the importance of kindness in our society. In a world that can often seem cold and hurried, acts like the girl's are like the tower of light, showing us the way to a more empathetic(同情的)and caring existence. It also made me think about how we all have the potential to make a difference in someone else's life, no matter how small the act may be.Now, whenever I recall this scene, it warms my heart and reminds me to be more willing to offer a helping hand, to spread kindness wherever I go, and to believe in the goodness that lies within each of us.24. What did the girl do for the old man?A. She gave him a warm and comforting hug to make him feel better.B. She took his hand and guided him along the path to help him find the place he was supposed to be.C. She asked to take a photo with him to capture the moment.D. She went to a nearby store and bought him a refreshing drink.25. How did the old man feel in the end?A. He felt extremely grateful and had a big smile on his face because he was happy.B. He was still hungry and sad as no one really cared about his needs.C. He felt fearful and angry because the girl was too pushy.D. He felt cold and tired as the walk was too long.26. What can we infer about the author's attitude?A. Doubtful .B. Disapproving.C. NegativeD. Admiring.27. Where is this passage most likely from?A. A detailed and informative travel guide filled with places to visit.B. A complex and educational science textbook with various theories.C. A personal blog where the author shares personal experiences and thoughts.D. A trendy and fashionable magazine featuring the latest styles and trends.CChina's tea culture is an ancient and profound(意义深远的)cultural heritage that has been passed down and developed for thousands of years. It weaves an complicated and fascinating pattern within Chinese society.Tea growing in China is an art form in itself. The tea-growing areas, with their special climates and lands, produce teas of exceptional quality. From the misty mountains of Fujian to the green landscapes of Yunnan, different areas offer a rich variety of tea types.The process of making tea is careful and detailed. It involves exact measurements of water temperature, the right amount of tea leaves, and a certain steeping time to get the fullest flavor and smell. This care for details shows the Chinese people's search for excellence in all parts of life.Tea is not merely a beverage; it is a thing that helps social relations. It brings people together, whether in family get-togethers, friendly meetings, or business talks. The act of sharing a cup of tea is a sign of kindness and connection. And the many tea-houses all over the country offer places for people to relax, talk, and enjoy the peace that tea gives. Moreover, tea ceremonies are an important part of Chinese culture. These ceremonies are complex and formal, showing the grace and elegance of Chinese traditions. They involve exact movements and a deep respect for the tea and the process.In addition to its social and cultural importance, tea in China is also known for its possible health benefits. It is thought to have anti-oxidant(抗氧化的) features and is linked to various good effects on physical health.As China keeps moving forward and modernizing, its tea culture is still strongly fixed, a proof of its historical and cultural importance. It keeps attracting both the Chinese people and those from around the world, inviting them to explore and enjoy the beauty and depth of this great cultural phenomenon.28. What is the main reason for the rich variety of tea types in China?A. Different processing methods.B. Different people's preferences.C. Different regions' climates and lands.D. Different times of harvest.29. What does the word "beverages" mean in the passage?A. A type of food that is sweet and usually served as dessert.B. A tool or equipment used for cooking.C. A kind of medicine that helps to cure diseases.D. Something that people drink, such as water, juice, or coffee.30. What is the main feature of tea ceremonies in China?A. Simple and casual.B. Complicated and formal.C. Fast-paced and efficient.D. Loud and lively.31. Why is tea culture still firmly rooted in China?A. Because of its long history.B. Because it is profitable.C. Because it is easy to maintain.D. Because the government promotes it.DChina successfully launched the Chang'e-6 spacecraft on Friday. A Long March-5 rocket lifted it off from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan. This was a huge success and a remarkable achievement for China's space exploration program. The launch not only shows China's advanced technological abilities but also makes scientists and space lovers around the world excited.Collecting samples from the far side of the moon is a new thing for humanity. We have very little knowledge about this mysterious side. If the Chang'e-6 mission is successful, it will give scientists important and direct facts to know more about the far side's environment, geological features, and material make-up. This will be an important step forward in our exploration of the moon and the universe as a whole.The Chang'e-6 spacecraft has an orbiter, a lander, an ascender(上升器), and a returner. When it reaches the moon, it will land carefully on the far side. Within 48 hours after landing, a robot arm will carefully collect rocks and soil from the lunar surface. Also, a drill will go into the ground to take samples from deeper layers. At the same time, a series of complex scientific tests and analyses will be done to get valuable data.The far side of the moon is very different from the side we can see. The Apollo basin in the South Pole-Aitken Basin is chosen as the landing and sampling place for the Chang'e-6 mission. This area is thought to have precious clues about the moon's formation and development, giving possible ideas about the early history of our celestial(天体)neighbor.This mission has many technical difficulties and needs the latest technologies. It also gets help from international cooperation, showing the spirit of working together in the global search for space exploration. The exploration of the far side of the moon may provide valuable scientific data and open up new possibilities for future space activities, such as setting up long-term lunar bases and using lunar resources.The success of the Chang'e-6 mission has the possibility to make more international cooperation in space exploration. It shows China's strong wish to add to the growth of global knowledge about the universe and encourages other countries to work together to find out the secrets of the universe.32. What is the main purpose of the Chang'e-6 mission?A. To build a base on the far side of the moon.B. To study how the moon moves around.C. To collect and bring back samples from the far side of the moon.D. To look for water on the moon.33. Which of the following is true about the far side of the moon?A. It's different from the side we can see.B. It's the same as the side we can see.C. We know a lot about it.D. It has no rocks or soil.34. What might the exploration of the far side of the moon lead to?A. No change in the future.B. New chances for space activities.C. Fewer friends for China in space.D. No new technologies.35. What could be a suitable title for this passage?A. "The Mystery of the Moon"B. "The Far Side of the Moon: Unknown Territory"C. "Space Exploration and Challenges"D. "China's Chang'e-6 Mission: Unveiling the Secrets of the Moon's Far Side"第二节(共5 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分12.5 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。
2024届高三英语期末模拟试题3第一部分阅读(共两节,满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)AReading has been in decline for years.One of the reasons for the decline in book sales is the leaps and bounds in technology.Why do you buy a book when you can conveniently buy audiobooks(有声读物) instead?Here are4of the best audiobooks you can find.The Power of NowPublished in2000,The Power of Now explains a journey—a journey that encourages you to dismiss your analytical(分析的)mind and set aside yourself as well.The author,Eckhart Tolle,guides you through these transitions with easy words and phrases.The purpose of this book is to help you pay more attention to the current moment—the“now”.The AlchemistIt talks about the journey of a boy named Santiago who travels from Spain to Egypt in search of riches.Along the way,he meets three characters,a woman,a man who thinks he’s a king and the alchemist(炼金术士).These characters help guide Santiago to his goal,but over time that goal changes.It moves away from worldly riches to something deeper and more meaningful.The Power of HabitWritten by Charles Duhigg,it talks all about the power behind habits using various cases and plots to present Duhigg’s points.In the book,Duhigg turns complex systems and methods into easily digestible stories that people and businesses can relate to.OutliersWritten by Malcolm Gladwell,this book has popularized the idea that practising10,000hours in total will make you an expert in that area.It also covers other aspects about what many of today’s great people do in their daily life and how they have become successful in their own field.1.Why did Eckhart Tolle write The Power of Now?A.To encourage people to travel.B.To tell people to focus on the present.C.To meet different people’s curiosity.D.To give advice to the businessman.2.What did Santiago pursue during his journey at first?A.Wealth.B.Fame.C.Wisdom.D.Friendship.3.Which of the books talks about the power of practice?A.The Power of Now.B.Outliers.C.The Power of Habit.D.The Alchemist.BI once knew a high school teacher who made,in my mind,a curious comment.Referring to a naughty student,he remarked,with a tone of gloomy resignation,“People don’t change.”I knew the kid well.He was what one would call a“juvenile delinquent(不良少年)”.But if schooling held no promise of making positive changes in kids,what was the point of teaching?My own son,Alyosha,growing up,was athletic,energetic,and occasionally hard to handle.But he never showed the least interest in tools,or working with his hands in any way.The result was that he couldn’t tell a screwdriver from a paintbrush.I recall one day,as I fussed under the car,calling out to him to bring me an adjustable wrench(活动扳手).He fetched a pair of pliers(钳子).“No,”I pleaded while trying to hold an oily car part in place.“Pliers.”He went back into the garage and returned with a bar.“No, no,”I corrected him.“The adjustable wrench!For loosening a nut.”To which,in his own defence,he exclaimed,“Well,I don’t know!”Years passed.And then,one day,well into his20s,he told me he had decided on a technical school: machinery technology.I nodded approvingly,but already knew that it was a challenging field,full of moving parts,tools,and dreaded maths.During his period in Coast Guard Technical School,I thought about him daily,wondering what the outcome would be.I had prepared myself for the phone call telling me that it was just too much and he was being sent to sea as a deckhand.It didn’t happen.The phone did ring,but it was Alyosha asking me to fly to Virginia to attend his graduation and pin his new rank on his collar.Prouder I couldn’t have been.As I stood before my son,Alyosha,standing at attention and staring dead ahead,glanced at me.“You want me to help you,Dad?”he said.“Always,”I answered,“but not this time.”Yeah,people do change.And,in my experience,it’s usually something to see.4.What’s the author’s attitude towards the teacher’s remark?A.He approves of it.B.He argues against it.C.He is interested in it.D.He is uncertain about it.5.The examples in Paragraph2are used to show Alyosha.cked team spiritB.knew little about mechanicsC.had a bad relationship with his dadD.was willing to learn any handwork6.According to the author,a technical school.A.was a correct choice for Alyosha to makeB.might satisfy Alyosha’s interest in mechanicsC.was suitable for Alyosha to attendD.would be a challenge for Alyosha7.Why was the author ready to get the phone call from his son?A.He missed his son very much.B.He had an appointment with his son.C.He expected good news about his son.D.He thought his son would quit school.CAll across the nation,in Americans’backyards and garages and living rooms,wild animals kept as pets live side by side with their human owners.It’s believed that more exotic animals live in American homes than are cared for in American zoos.The exotic pet business has drawn criticism from animal welfare advocates and wildlife conservationists alike,who say it’s not only dangerous to bring wildlife into households but it’s cruel and criminal.Yet the issue is far from black or white.The term exotic pet has no firm definition.It can refer to any wildlife kept in human households or simply to a pet that’s more unusual than the common dog or cat.Privately owning exotic animals is currently permitted in a handful of states with no restrictions in America.Adam Roberts of Born Free USA keeps a running database of deaths and injuries caused by exotic pet ownership:In Connecticut a55-year-old woman’s face was permanently disfigured by her friend’s lifelong pet monkey;in Ohio an80-year-old man was attacked by a200-pound kangaroo;in Nebraska a34-year-old man was strangled(勒死)to death by his pet snake.And that list does not include the number of people who become sick from coming into contact with zoonotic(动物传染的)diseases.Some people see wild animals as pets as a way to connect with the natural world.Other exotic pet owners say they are motivated by a desire to preserve threatened species.They believe climate change and human population growth could wipe out a species in record time,so having a backup population is a good idea.But some groups like Born Free USA and the World Wildlife Fund say that captive breeding(圈养)of endangered species by private owners—whether for commercial,conservation,or educational reasons—serves only to continue a booming market for exotic animals.That,in turn,results in a greater risk to animals still living in their natural habitat.8.Which word can replace the phrase“far from black or white”in Paragraph1?A.Contradictory.B.Ridiculous.C.Controversial.D.Universal.9.Why does the writer list some deaths and injuries in the passage?A.To give us a clear and firm definition of exotic pets.B.To show keeping exotic animals can be very dangerous.C.To prove humans cannot be infected by animal diseases.D.To tell us it’s illegal to have exotic pet ownership in the USA.10.What’s the main idea of Paragraph3?A.The reasons for keeping exotic animals as pets.B.Worries about the endangered wild animals.C.The differences between people who keep exotic pets.D.The disadvantages of privately owning exotic animals.11.The last paragraph of the passage is intended to.A.introduce some animal protection groupsB.argue against keeping exotic animals in captivityC.warn people of the danger of animals being caughtD.prove captive breeding can encourage exotic pet businessDCars powered by batteries made from seawater and planes fueled by ammonia(氨)will become common over the next10years,Bill David,a professor of materials chemistry has predicted.Most batteries for electric cars and smartphones are powered by lithium(锂),which has to be mined, but David thinks that they will be overtaken by batteries made from sodium(钠),which can be obtained from seawater and salt.The future of air travel could also be greener thanks to biofuels.David said:“We are developing an ammonia-based plane.In principle,we can improve on an Airbus A320or a Boeing787and essentially replace jet fuel with ammonia.”David said that batteries could,at first,combine sodium and lithium,as sodium was not quite as powerful as lithium but is much more sufficient.“It’s not quite perfect in terms of performance,so we need both,”David said.“Sodium is on the way up and most electric cars have had a combination of lithium and sodium batteries in them.My estimate is that by2040I would not be surprised if there were ten times more sodium batteries than lithium ones,maybe even100times.”The first generation of mass-produced sodium batteries has been used for an electric car for the first time.Sodium will not be the final answer to eco-friendly air travel,however,which is why David’s team is looking into the use of ammonia.Some companies are looking into whether jet fuel can be replaced with hydrogen,but David sees ammonia as more sustainable.He said:“If you do the sums,then at500mph youget the same amount of power as jet fuel,but just40per cent of the range.However,even with the range hit,a787could still go from London to New York.”However,a report from the Royal Society on net-zero aviation,which David co-wrote,says that replacing jet fuel with biofuel would require half of the agricultural land in the UK.12.What is an advantage of sodium batteries?A.Their performance is easy to improve.B.Their raw material is easily accessible.C.They are widely applied to various vehicles.D.They are more powerful than other batteries.13.According to David,which is ideal for future electric cars?A.Lithium battery.B.Sodium battery.C.Hydrogen fuel.D.Ammonia fuel.14.What is Paragraph5mainly about?A.Hydrogen casts a light on jet fuel market.B.Electric car makers favour sodium batteries.C.Ammonia features sustainability and practicability.panies have mass-produced recycled batteries.15.What’s David’s attitude to replacing jet fuel with biofuel?A.Tolerant.B.Unclear.C.Cautious.D.Doubtful.第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)Responsibility is an admirable character that makes life better for everyone around you.It isn’t only about doing your homework or feeding the dog.16Showing responsibility isn’t always easy,but practising and making an effort will help you improve over time.Think of the consequences before speaking or acting.Bad decisions often lead to a lot of new problems.Many times,you can avoid these problems by thinking about what you’re about to do before you go through with it.Irresponsible people often make decisions without realizing how they are affecting others.17Pause and reflect on your actions to see what you can do better.Take a time out to look back on what you have said or done,especially after a difficult decision.18Consider what goes right,what goes wrong,and what you can do differently next e what you learn to become wiser and more responsible.19If you’re honest,people will believe you are a responsible person.Try to be as honest as possible.Lying leads to deeper holes in the long run,so admit when you do something wrong.This can be very tough to do at times,but it’s something you can handle when you’re a responsible person.Apologize for any mistake you make.No one is perfect,and no matter how responsible you try to be, you might mess up sometimes.20If you hurt someone,tell them you are sorry and will do better next time.A.Tell the truth to be honest with others.B.Instead of hiding your mistakes,own them.C.Find solutions for problems instead of blaming others.D.It’s also about making proper choices and doing what is right.E.By reflecting,you give yourself a chance to make better decisions.F.Avoid big lies hurting one’s feelings if you want people to trust you.G.Most decisions affect other people,so be responsible for your choices.第二部分语言运用(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)On January20,Nome was cut off from the rest of the world due to heavy snow.Worse still, diphtheria(白喉),a(n)21infectious(传染的)disease mainly affecting children,struck the town. Medicine was in great need to stop other kids from getting sick.22,the closest supply was over1,000 miles away,in Anchorage.How could the medicine get to Nome?The town’s23was already full of ice,so it couldn’t come by ship.Cars and horses couldn’t travel on the24roads.No jet airplanes and big trucks then!By January26,four children had died.Twenty more were25.Nome’s town officials came up with a(n)26.They would have the medicine sent by27from Anchorage to Nenana.From there, dogsled(狗拉雪橇)drivers would28it to Nome in a relay(接力).The race began on January27.The first driver,Shannon,picked up the medicine from the train at Nenana and rode all night.On January31,a driver named Seppala had to29a frozen body of water called Norton Sound,which was covered with ice,sometimes breaking up without warning.In that case, he would30,and so would the sick children of Nome.But Seppala made it across.A huge snowstorm hit on February1.A driver named Kaasen had to brave this storm.At one point, huge piles of snow blocked his31.He had to leave the trail(雪橇痕迹)to get around them. Conditions were so bad that it was impossible for him to32the trail again.The only hope was Balto, Kaasen’s lead dog.Balto put his nose to the ground,33to find the smell of other dogs that had travelled on the trail.34,he succeeded.At5:30a.m.on February2,Kaasen and his dog35in Nome.Within minutes,the doctor quickly gave the medicine to the sick children.All of them recovered.21.A.harmless B.deadly C.unknown D.slight22.A.Moreover B.Therefore C.Otherwise D.However23.A.airport B.station C.harbour D.border24.A.narrow B.snowy C.busy D.dirty25.A.tired B.upset C.pale D.sick26.A.plan B.excuseC.message D.topic27.A.air B.rail C.sea D.road28.A.carry B.return C.mail D.give29.A.enter B.move C.visit D.cross30.A.escape B.bleed C.swim D.die31.A.memory B.exit C.way D.destination32.A.find B.fix C.pass D.change33.A.pretending B.trying C.asking D.learning34.A.Luckily B.Unfortunately C.Honestly D.Secretly35.A.gathered B.stayed C.camped D.arrived第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)A custom may take generations to form,especially in terms of choosing symbolic food for a holiday. But eating birthday noodles in China for National Day is a new custom,36is quickly gaining popularity in China.The Chinese have been eating and developing various kinds of noodles37thousands of years. 38is a widely practised custom for people39(enjoy)a bowl of noodles on their birthday as a symbol of longevity(长寿).Their family members may also have noodles to share the joy and express their blessing.National Day is40birthday of the People’s Republic of China,and people eat birthday noodles to show their best41(wish)for the motherland.Many video bloggers and official accounts took the chance to42(proud)introduce their local noodles to the country and show people’s enthusiasm for43(take)part in the activity.Before this year’s National Day holiday,a new book with pictures,recipes and stories of365different noodles from across China44(publish)by the People’s Publishing House.It also45(contain)more than170 teaching videos to help readers make noodles.36.37.38.39.40.41.42.43.44.45.第三部分写作(共两节,满分40分)第一节应用文写作(满分15分)假定你是李华,上周六下午你校在学校礼堂举行了消防逃生演练(fire drill)。
浙江省县域教研联盟2024-2025学年高三上学期12月模拟考试英语试题一、阅读理解Brogdale Collections is the home of the National Fruit Collection and works to provide access and education about the National Fruit Collection. It offers a variety of activities to suit all ages and interests. For upcoming events, look here.●Heritage Orchard DaysWed, October 9, 2024-Sun, October 20, 2024 (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)Come and join us for a fun family day out at Brogdale Farm. Each weekend, visitors will delight in the wonderful orchards (果园) bursting with fruit, join a guided tour of the National Collection and taste hundreds of varieties straight from the trees. Children will join in with some apple campfire cooking and traditional apple pressing. Included in the ticket price, visitors will also harvest their own apples and pears to take home.●Ticket price:Adult (16yrs+) £10.00Child (3-15yrs, under 3’s free) £5.00●Kids Juicing WorkshopsMon, August 19, 2024 - Mon, October 21, 2024 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)Everyone loves apple juice, but have you ever thought about where it comes from and how it is made? Here we are giving children a unique opportunity to explore where our apples are growing and find out what happens to them. Come along to Brogdale where you will see more than 3000 varieties of fruit trees including apples, cherries, pears and plums. Then, there is an opportunity to pick some apples and have a go at making freshly pressed juice!●Ticket price:£15.00 per child plus accompanying adultAdditional child £10.00Additional adult £15.001.What is the main purpose of Brogdale Collections?A.Offering traditional gardening courses.B.Collecting various fruits from all states.C.Providing fruit-related education with fun.D.Making tailored package tours for families.2.What do the two events have in common?A.They offer guided tours.B.They end on the same day.C.They involve apple pressing.D.They allow making campfire.3.How much do a couple with a kid pay to join Kids Juicing Workshop?A.£25.B.£30.C.£40.D.£45.Street artist Banksy, whose real identity remains unknown, has grabbed public attention with animals painted at different spots around London this week. On Aug. 5, a water bird was drawn above a fish-and-chips shop, as though wolfing down fish on the store’s signs. Then the following day, monkeys were seen painted swinging across a bridge near an East London station. “It’s an eye trick, and that’s what draws you in,” says Tordoff, a specialist in such art.There is no clear explanation for this animal-focused art series. Some have thought of it as a warning that eventually humanity would lose control of the earth and cities like London could return to nature. Meanwhile, a BBC presenter has claimed that Banksy cares deeply about the environment, animal welfare and ecological issues. “He puts situations together which are at first, playful and humorous,” says Acoris Andipa, who runs a gallery and sells Banksys worldwide. “People laugh, and then suddenly, step back and just say, ‘Ouch, that’s got a sting to it.’ That’s something people really enjoy.”Banksy’s work challenges the art market —often adding to its charm. Andipa has sold hundreds of Banksy’s paintings and thousands of prints since the mid-2000s. He mentioned that besides art thefts, some pieces have been ruined by other graffiti artists since their appearance. But with his knowledge of the commercial market for Banksy’s work, he says the recent London series is unlikely to influence prices for his work significantly.Almost everyone in the art world has a theory about Banksy’s real identity. “He’s hiding behind this mask: If his identity was revealed, immediately you would associate his painting with his position. It would be easy to say, ‘I don’t like it.’” Tordoff says. Banksy published his works on Instagram, allowing him to reach a large global audience —with more than 13 millionfollowers.4.According to Tordoff, what is the magic of Banksy’s work?A.Its mystery.B.Its visual effect.C.Its location.D.Its animal theme. 5.What does paragraph 2 focus on?A.Influence of Banksy’s work.B.Views about Banksy’s work.C.Concerns over Banksy’s work.D.Suggestions on Banksy’s work.6.What does Andipa think might happen to Banksy’s work?A.Its price will stay relatively stable.B.It will be attacked by other artists.C.Its commercial market will expand.D.It will continue to focus on animals. 7.What is Tordoff’s attitude to Banksy hiding his identity?A.Critical.B.Ambiguous.C.Understanding.D.Doubtful.Halloween plays on our fears and our fantasies. We craft haunted houses and scary decorations to arouse particular emotions. We choose our costumes to reflect the kind of people we are or want to be — edgy, funny, clever. For children, Halloween is an experiment in delayed satisfaction and negotiation — which candies to eat now, which to trade, which to save. It’s no surprise, then, that Halloween might show interesting features of human psychology.In fact, there’s a long tradition of using Halloween to shed light on the human mind and behavior. In a study published recently, researchers observed over 1,000 trick-or-treating children as they visited houses in Seattle on the evening of Halloween. The researchers were interested in understanding the conditions that lead to “unrestricted” behavior: stealing Halloween candy or money. One of the variables they controlled was whether the adult who greeted the children at the entrance asked for each child’s name and address, thereby treating each child as an identifiable individual, or instead let each child remain a stranger. Either way, the adult then instructed each child to take one candy from the table while the adult went away to “work in another room.”The children’s behavior was recorded by an observer behind a peephole. For each child, the observer recorded how many candies were taken, and whether the child took any money from a bowl of coins next to the candy. And they did take candy and money: about 30 percent of children took extra candy, money or both.The researchers identified several factors that influenced the probability of such behavior.Thefts were more likely for children whose names remained unknown, who were in groups rather than alone, and who were not accompanied by an adult. There was also an important influence of peer behavior: kids in groups were more likely to steal if the first child in their group did so. 8.Which of the following might children care more on Halloween?A.Horrible houses.B.Funny costumes.C.Scary decorations.D.Trick-or-treat candies.9.What was the purpose of the Halloween research?A.To renew the knowledge of Halloween.B.To give a new definition to “trick or treat”.C.To uncover a Halloween-related psychology.D.To expose children’s bad behavior on Halloween.10.How was the research mainly conducted?A.By observing subjects.B.By analyzing data.C.By recording children’s identities.D.By controlling children’s behavior. 11.Which group of children is less likely to steal candies?A.Kids who remain nameless.B.Kids coming with their parents.C.Kids accompanied by their friends.D.Kids whose peer members steal candies.It is a common view that “Necessity is the mother of invention.” That is, inventions supposedly arise when a society has an unfulfilled need. Quite a few inventions do fit in this category. For example, in 1794 Eli Whitney invented cotton gins to replace laborious hand cleaning of cotton grown in the U. S. South.Such familiar examples fool us into assuming that other major inventions were also responses to perceived needs. In fact, most inventions were developed by people driven by curiosity or by a love of tinkering (捣鼓). Once a device had been invented, the inventor then had to find an application for it. Only after it had been in use for a considerable time did consumers come to feel that they “needed” it. Thus, invention is often the mother of necessity, rather than vice versa.A good example is the history of the motor vehicle which was not invented in response to any demand. When Nikolaus Otto built his first gas engine in 1866, it was weak, heavy, and seven feet tall. Thirty years later, he built the first truck. But it was a time when horse wagons andsteam-powered railroads dominated transportation. Public contentment with these two means remained high until World War I when the armies concluded that they really did need trucks, which eventually made those vehicles a substitute for horse-drawn wagons in industrialized countries.Inventors often have to persist at their tinkering for a long time in the absence of public demand, because early models perform too poorly to be useful. For instance, the first cameras, typewriters, and television sets were as awful as Otto’s seven-foot-tall gas engine. That makes it difficult for an inventor to foresee whether his or her awful prototype might eventually find a use and thus invest more time and expense to develop it. Even inventions that meet the need for which they were initially designed may later prove more valuable at meeting unforeseen needs. While James Watt designed his steam engine to pump water from mines, it soon was supplying power to cotton mills, then (with much greater profit) propelling trains and boats.12.Why does the writer mention Eli Whitney in the first paragraph?A.To clarify a doubt.B.To illustrate a view.C.To introduce the topic.D.To evaluate a statement.13.What contributed to the popularity of motor vehicles?A.Military demands.B.Powerful engines.C.Creative designs.D.Public satisfaction.14.What does the underlined word “That” refer to in the last paragraph?A.A lack of money and time.B.Absence of public demand.C.Bad performance of early models.D.Awful looks of previous inventions. 15.Which of the following is the best title for the text?A.Social Need: the Inner Drive for InventionB.Great Invention: the Force of Society’s ProgressC.General Application: the Final Purpose of InventionD.Beyond Necessity: the Curious Pursuit of InventionIt’s your turn to talk, your opportunity to dive deep into a favorite anecdote. People around you are listening, hanging on your every word —until someone interrupt. There is little for you to do apart from swallow the bitter taste in your mouth, smile, nod and return to listening mode.16 Perhaps not.First thing first. Although it might be easy to imagine you are not interesting or important enough to speak, that isn’t the case. In my opinion, one doesn’t have to get to the point or avoid boring topics all the time to be a good speaker. 17So when people seem to brush aside your story next time, how to respond appropriately?18 Everyone is programmed slightly differently. Perhaps if it’s a first-time incident, just take a deep breath and let it go. That’s not to say you can’t look out for a chance to return to your anecdote, just that now’s time to press the pause button.However, if you don’t want the interrupter to speak over you, there are gracious ways to reclaim your voice. 19 Insist you would love to hear their thoughts when you’ve finished your story. Then, in theory, everyone wins.20 In group environments, that meaningful grin from across the table, the person with the “go-on” eyes, is waiting to hear your tale’s ending. This might be because they’re interested, or they recognize you’ve been silenced and want to show solidarity. Whatever it is, if you can, keep going.Pretty much everyone will experience conversational clashes at some point. Remember, the art of conversation is the art of hearing as well as being heard.A.Does it have to be this way?B.Can’t they just wait until you finish?C.One reason might be understanding.D.Understanding is almost certainly the answer.E.Everyone has the right to make their voice heard.F.Politely but firmly express that you appreciate their input.G.Don’t give up before checking if you still have someone’s attention.二、完形填空I’m a photographer. Sometimes my travels take me to places where people have much less than I do. Sometimes I feel a wave of 21 , knowing that the photo I’ve just taken is now in my possession, but the person in the photo is left with only a 22 of the image on the backof my camera.A decade ago, while planning a trip to Thailand, I came up with a solution to 23 my guilt: a portable photo printer. Equipped with one, I was 24 to hand out snapshots wherever I went.Near Mai Sot, I walked into a city dump where many poor people 25 among the mountains of trash. A family squatting in their open hut watched me 26 as if I came to spy on them. I asked the father if I could take their photo. He shrugged, 27 why I wanted to do so. My printer began to work. The moment the first print appeared, they approached and I was 28 .Soon I began making friends. Children tugged at my shirt wanting to be the next 29 . Old ladies tried to 30 the children so they could cut in line. I couldn’t make the photos fast enough, so I showed a teenage boy how to 31 machine.As their enthusiasm grew, I noticed that many held their small photos 32 , as if they were gazing at a (n) 33 they’d never seen before.After many such journeys, I was finally free of that bad feeling and grew 34 . I’m a photographer, one who loves taking portraits and 35 them, and spreading happiness in the most unexpected places.21.A.guilt B.panic C.pride D.satisfaction 22.A.description B.copy C.glimpse D.reflection 23.A.hide B.prove C.express D.ease 24.A.lucky B.ready C.hesitant D.honored 25.A.marched B.wandered C.searched D.sheltered 26.A.eagerly B.silently C.suspiciously D.bravely 27.A.expecting B.knowing C.wondering D.noticing 28.A.encouraged B.surrounded C.forgiven D.recognized 29.A.role B.model C.fan D.member 30.A.take over B.run after C.calm down D.drive away 31.A.operate B.activate C.polish D.protect32.A.in disgust B.with patience C.in shame D.with awe 33.A.image B.shape C.pattern D.scene34.A.concerned B.sympathetic C.relieved D.grateful 35.A.revealing B.distributing C.exhibiting D.cherishing三、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
第二部分:词汇知识运用(共两节,满分30分)第一节:多项选择(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)从A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
21. It is necessary for websites to check their cooperator’s ______ to protect their rights and the rightsof the netizens.A. administrationB. reliabilityC. relationshipD. knowledge22. When parents know where their children are playing, they can set safe ______ and ensure friendlyadults are on hand when needed.A. boundaryB. backgroundC. informationD. record23. When we ______ the Olympics it will inspire kids all over the country. A kid in Scotland will beencouraged to take up sport.A. attendB. watchC. stageD. miss24. Difficulty can help you ______ experience, and experience can, in return, enrich your mind.A. accompanyB. accumulateC. accessD. acknowledge25. Our next stop will be Canada and then we will ______ our tour in America.A. pick upB. set upC. look upD. end up26. We know that a cat, whose eyes can ___ many more rays than our eyes, can see clearly in the night.A. take inB. call inC. give inD. break in27. To cover my nervousness I started eating an apple, because I think if they hear you chewing on theother end of the line, it makes me sound ______.A. absurdB. casualC. nobleD. serious28. We are collecting for the victims of the earthquake-stricken area, please give ______.A. automaticallyB. simplyC. actuallyD. generously29. You’d better write your new address on your luggage just ______ they get it wrong .A. in sightB. in fearC. in shortD. in case30. To sum up, ______ war is unavoidable; human beings cannot enjoy everlasting peace.A. as far asB. as soon asC. as long asD. as well as第二节:完形填空(共20小题;每小题1分,满分20分)阅读下面短文,从短文后所给各题的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
I live in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and there are some homeless people in the downtown. I used to give a lot of money to the 31 , feeling sorry for them. However, after becoming a single mom with no home, a huge 32 , and hardly any income, I 33 giving.Through working hard, things started to change for the better. I 34 a home for me and my daughter, and plenty of food, and I started to 35 myself out of debt. One day I saw a homeless person with a 36 “will work for food”. I passed by. My daughter said, “Mommy, you used to give to those people in need. But now…” I replied, “Honey, they just use that money for drugs or other 37 things.” But when I said that, I didn’t feel 38 .Three days later, I was driving to 39 my daughter from school. A man was 40 on the corner looking worried, and suddenly something deep inside me said, “Just help the guy.” So I 41 down my window, and he ran 42 with joy. He said, “Kind lady, I only need 77 cents for the bus ticket.” I reached into my pocket and found that I didn’t take my 43 . I, with a red face, spread out my hands to show that I was in no 44 to help him. But just when he 45 away, I called to him, “Wait a moment!” I found in my ashtray (烟灰缸) there sat three quarters and two pennies. 46 enough, it was the very 77 cents.Tears in eyes, he burst out with 47 , “Wow, you just made it possible for me to see my mom 48 Christmas! Thank you so much!”It is the moment that I’ll never forget, because I am the one who gets the best gift in life-49 . It also strikes me that nothing happens by accident, and giving has meaning, 50 it is only 77 cents.31. A. poor B. old C. homeless D. sick32. A. debt B. chance C. check D. problem33. A. continued B. forgot C. hated D. stopped34. A. earned B. sold C. designed D. built35. A. push B. pull C. force D. leave36. A. mark B. notice C. sign D. card37. A. dangerous B. bad C. great D. good38. A. sad B. happy C. wrong D. right39. A. dress up B. pick up C. bring up D. call up40. A. lying B. smiling C. standing D. crying41. A. rolled B. took C. put D. brought42. A. away B. in C. over D. out43. A. phone B. purse C. food D. chequebook44. A. doubt B. time C. hurry D. position45. A. ran B. flew C. drove D. turned46. A. Naturally B. Impossibly C. Surprisingly D. Luckily47. A. joy B. shock C. disappointment D. satisfaction48. A. for B. until C. in D. after49. A. RECEIVING B. SHARING C. HELPING D. GIVING50. A. unless B. although C. because D. whether第三部分:阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)阅读下列短文,从每篇短文后所给各题的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A.America’s first college, Harvard University, is almost universally regarded as our gold standard of higher learning. Students in other parts of the co untry sometimes call their colleges “the Harvard” of this place or that, knowing that no other school could match the old Ivy League institution in the Boston suburb of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Traditionally, only the best of the nation’s high-school graduates are admitted, and a Harvard degree is said to be a sure ticket to a lucrative career.But proud Harvard is dealing with an embarrassing incident on its record and reputation. It’s a cheating scandal possibly involving as many as 125 students in a government class. It’s the sort of incident that sometimes ruins a less-famous institution - which is precisely what upsets Harvard, its critics, and its alumni.Dozens of school team athletes have been connected to the cheating episode, involving a take-hom e test last academic year, just when Harvard’s basketball team had become one of the nation’s 25 best, for the first time ever. This has caused much worries in the academic community, which is fearful that Harvard is beginning to mirror the practice at some other schools of cutting corners for prized athletes and admitting some students just because they can throw a football or shoot a basketball.Two star players who were co-captains of the Crimson basketball team have taken leave from school this season, according to Harvard officials. “Without integrity, there can be no genuine achievement, either at Harvard or anywhere else,” undergraduate dean Jay Harris said in a statement soon after the cheating was discovered.Familiar reasons for the cheating have been sounded: Stressed students are more interested in scoring good grades than with learning. The easy access to information online makes plagiarism andcheating easier than ever. Universities no longer stress ethics. And professors who are abosorbed in their research often pay less attention to teaching.These arguments might ease the embarrassment at some universities. But at 376-year-old Harvard University, they do not.51. According to the passage, the first paragraph is used to _____.A.introduce Harvard to the readersB.praise Harvard University highlyC.attract more students to HarvardD.introduce the cheating in Harvard52. Which statement about the cheating scandal is true?A. It involves some government officials .B. It will ruin Harvard University finally.C. It has something to do with Harvard basketball team.D. It has caused 125 students of Harvard to leave school.53. What does the underlined phrase mirror the practice in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A. to practise in front of a mirrorB. to repeat what has been doneC. to cheat in front of a mirrorD. to show others what has been done54. It can be inferred from what has been said by Jay Harris in Paragraph 4 that _____.A. Harvard would not put up with the cheating incident.B. Harvard pays mu ch attention to students’ personal values.C. Harvard will ask all the students involved to leave schoolD. Harvard values students scores and achievements bestB.SEOUL — South Korea has one of the highest rates of suicide in the developed world. Now the government is trying a new approach to prevent people from taking their own lives.It only took a single generation for the country to go from a poor nation to one of the world’s top economies. Some observers say this rapid development is leaving many South Koreans feeling lonely and depressed. Kim Hyun-chung, a psychiatrist at the National Medical Center in Seoul, says more than half of her patients have suicidal thoughts.“We’re just growing just too fast and people don’t have time to adjust to it," she explains. "We are an Asian cultural society but now we are more globalized. Its westernized and I don’t think people have had the time to adjust to the big changes.”The biggest change, Kim says, is family structure. No longer do many generations live under one roof. She says the traditional support systems are disappearing.“More parents are working. I think we’re more focused on earning money than the quality of life.”She adds that senior citizens make up the largest part of Koreans who take their own lives. But suicide is still a leading cause of death for young adults, high school and even middle school students.Over the past five years, at least 100 Koreans have leaped off Seoul’s Map Bridge into the Han River. Around half of those jumpers lost their lives. Now Seoul City is trying to turn this suicide spot into what it calls the bridge of life. Along the bridge’s sidewalk are inspirational slogans that say things to make one happy. There are also pictures of babies on the railing and at the center of the bridge is a statue of an old man consoling a young person. Seoul hopes these installments will make people think again before taking the next step.But psychiatrist Kim Hyun-chung is not so sure how effective these will be. “I think it's just a temporary measure," she notes, "it can’t be the only way to solve this problem. I think it would help,just to an extent, not too much.” Kim adds that if someone really wants to end their life, there are plenty of other bridges across the Han River.55. We can learn from the passage that _____.A.Seoul has the highest suicide rate in the worldB.more old people kill themselves than young ones in South Korea.C.Seoul’s Map Bridge is the most popular place to commit suicide in South KoreaD.young people don't live with their parents any longer in South Korea.56. According to Kim Hyun-chung, which of the following might not be the reason for people killingthemselves?A. Korean traditional family structure has been changed.B. Korean people live a fast moving life and are stressed.C. Some Korean people often face the difficulty of losing their jobs.D. Some Korean people can’t adapt to the change of society.57. Which of the following measures are taken by Seoul City to prevent people from jumping into theHan River from Map Bridge?A.They put up walls along the bridge and a statue in the centerB.They call on people to put up slogans on the railings of the bridgeC.They ask people to think twice before they jump into the riverD.They use pictures, slogans and statues to encourage people to live.58. The best title of the passage might be _____.A. Seoul’s Map Bridge Would ChangeB. South Korea Facing High Suicide RateC. South Korea Tries New Approach to Reduce SuicidesD. Korean People Are Not Happy to Live OnC.I t’s going to be a busy day at Betsy Ross’s house in Philadelphia on Thursday. She won’t be there, since she died in 1836, but hundreds of tourists will be going through her house.You see, Thursday is Flag Day in the United States. The unofficial holiday commemorates the adoption of the stars-and-stripes design of the American flag by the Continental Congress 235 years ago, on June 14, 1777. According to lore, the Ross House is the birthplace of the nation’s flag. That’s open to deb ate, but it’s a story that schoolbooks still tell. Betsy Ross was a seamstress, busy sewing cushions for chairs in Philadelphia, which was the focus place of the American revolution against British rule. The Declaration of Independence by the colonists was signed there, and so was the new nation’s Constitution after independence was won.Widowed when her husband, a member of the local militia, was killed in a gunpowder explosion, Betsy Ross often mended the clothes of the rebels’ leader and future U.S. pres ident, George Washington. According to what some say is history and others a stretch of what really happened, Washington asked Ross to design and sew the new nation’s flag.The story was promoted by Ross’s grandson, who wrote that Betsy Ross had “made with her hands the first flag.”She became a role model for girls - a shining example of women’s contributions to the nation’s history. Most research indicates that Ross did sew the first flag. She’s credited with substituting artful five-point white stars for six-pointed ones in the upper-left blue field. But many other accounts indicate George Washington brought the design to Ross and simply asked her to stitch it together.In a letter, Washington wrote: “We take the stars from Heaven, the red from our moth er country, separating it by white stripes, thus showing that we have separated from her. And the white stripes shall go down to posterity [as] representing liberty.”59. People would like to go to Ross’s house in Philadelphia to _____.A. ask Betsy Ross who created the first American flagB. meet her grandson who wrote a book about flagsC. debate over who designed the first American flagD. remember her as the creator of the first American flag60. Which statement is true according to the passage?A. Betsy Ross was one of the people who signed The Declaration of IndependenceB. All are in agreement that Ross designed the first American flagC. It is almost certain that Ross did sew the first American flagD. It is George Washington who designed the stars and stripes flag61. The underlined the word “seamstress” in Paragraph 2 probably means_____.A. a person who designs flagsB. a person who makes a living by sewingC. a person who takes part in revolutionD. a person who creates chairs62. What does the last paragraph imply according to the passage?A. It implies that the U.S. is independent from BritainB. It implies that Washington liked Ross’s design of the flagC. It implies that Washington might be the designer of the flagD. It implies that Ross did have helped with the design of the flagD.Weakness or StrengthSometimes your biggest weakness can become your biggest strength. Take, for example, the story of one 10-year-old boy who decided to study judo despite the fact that he had lost his left arm in a devastating car accident.The boy began lesson with an old Japanese judo master. The boy was done well, so he couldn't understand why, after three months of training, the master had taught him only one move. "Master," the boy finally said, "shouldn't I be learning more moves?" "This is the only move you know, but this is the only move you'll ever need to know," the master replied.Not quite understanding, but believing in his teacher, the boy kept training. Several months later, the master took the boy to his first tournament. To his surprise, the boy easily won his first two matches. The third match proved to be more difficult, but after some time, his opponent became impatient and charged; the boy deftly used his one move to win the match. Still amazed by his success, the boy was now in the finals. This time, his opponent was bigger, stronger, and more experienced. For a while, the boy appeared to be overmatched. Concerned that the boy might get hurt, the referee called a time-out. He was about to stop the match when the master intervened."No," his master insisted, "let him continue."Soon after the match resumed, his opponent made a critical mistake: he dropped his guard. Instantly, the boy used his move to pin him. The boy had won the match and the tournament. He was the champion.On the way home, the boy and his master reviewed every move in each and every match. Then the boy summoned the courage to ask what was really in his min."Master, how did I win the tournament with only one move?""You won for two reasons," the master answered. "First, you've almost mastered one of the most difficult throws in all of judo. Second, the only known defense for that move is for your opponent to grab your left arm." The boy's biggest weakness had become his biggest strength.63. Which of the statements is true about the boy?A. He wanted to learn judo to keep healthyB. He learned many moves from his masterC. He lost one of his arms in an accidentD. He thought his master didn’t like him64. What happened during the boy’s first tournament?A. The referee stopped the matches.B. The boy won all the matches at last.C. The boy’s opponents were afraid of him.D. Th e master didn’t believe the boy could win.65. The underlined word intervened in Paragraph 3 means _____.A. became angryB. shouted loudlyC. began to interfereD. fought hard66. The author wrote the passage to _____.A. tell us that everyone has his own strengthsB. tell us that judo is really not hard to learn wellC. tell us that the boy is a strong-willed championD. tell us that we all can win if we try hard enoughE.The air-conditioner has established itself well in the hearts of Americans. The first widespread use of air-conditioners came during the 1920s when movie theaters used what they called man-made weather to attract customers to the silver screen. The first air-conditioned movie theater in the United States is probably in the Central Park Theater in Chicago, Illinois. Willis Carrier considered the king of cool and the founder of air-conditioning actually sold his inventions to movie theater operators during the late 19th and early 20th. And this was one of the first one to have received it. And they actually had some of the largest audiences than anywhere else in the country as you can imagine. The air-conditioner was called summer blockbusters, because people were trying to get away from the heat during the summer months and they came in and drove to get out of that into the cool air and watched movies . That was probably the only event that allowed them to do that at that time. The theater began to stay open during the summer. Years before they were primarily just open from November to May.Right after the movie theaters, the government buildings in Washington D.C were air-conditioned, starting with the US House of Representatives building, the Senate building, even the White House and it's funny too, because prior to that, the lawmakers only worked from November to May, and then they dispersed, you know, went home. And it's funny because most people say this may or may not have been a good idea to allow them to work 12 months all over the year.After World War Two, the cost for air-conditioners started to come down and manufactures advertised them as for the millions not just for millionaires. Air-conditioning became a stable for the Middle Class.Actually it started in the 1950s when sales exceeded over one million units. And then at each decade, it increased enormously. To where now today, probably 82% of all homes either have room air-conditioning units or central air-conditioning units in America.67. When did the air-conditioners begin to be used widely in theaters?A. In the 1950sB. After World War TwoC. In the 1920sD. In the late 19th68. Why people would like to go to the movies in summer in the early 1920s?A. They liked to see new movies in the theatersB. They enjoyed the cool air-conditioning in the theatersC. They knew the theaters would be closed down soonD. They loved to meet their favorite movie stars there69. What does the underlined word dispersed in paragraph 2 mean ?A. Moved awayB. Stopped immediatelyC. Gave upD. Gathered around70. The author wrote the passage to _____.A. tell us how important air-conditioning is to peopleB. tell us the history of air-conditioning in AmericaC. tell us when people began to use air conditionersD. tell us why people like to have air-conditioning第四部分:书面表达(共两节,满分50分)第一节:完成句子(共10小题;每小题2分,满分20分)阅读下列各小题,根据汉语提示,用句末括号内的英语单词完成句子,并将答案写在答题卡上的相应题号后。