江苏省常熟市2020届高三阶段性抽测三英语试题

1、 高三阶段性抽测三英 语2020.5注意事项：.本试卷分为第一卷（选择题）和第二卷（非选择题），满分120分。考试时间 120分钟。.请将第一卷的答案填涂在答题卷上，第二卷请直接在答题卷上规定的地方作答。答题前，务必将自己的学校、姓名、考试号等相关信息写在答题卷上规定的地方。第 I 卷（选择 共 85分）第一部分：听力理解（共两节，满分20 分）做题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上 的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节（共5 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 5 分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有

2、10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What did the man send to the woman for her birthday?A.A hat.B.A dress.C.A necklace. Why did the man dislike the shoes?A.They were ugly.B.They were cheap.What are the speakers probably doing?A.Driving a car.B.Riding a bike. What might the man use for the sweet bread

3、?A.Pears.B.Apples.What is the woman concerned about?C.They were uncomfortable.C.Walking outside.C.Bananas.A.Indias population.B.The older generation.C.The survival of animals.第二节（共15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 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，你将时间阅读各个小题，每小题小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对

4、话或独白读两遍。5 听完后，各听第 6 段材料，回答第6 、 7 题。.How many books can a person get from the woman at a time?A.One.B.Two.C.Three.Where does the conversation take place?A.In a library. B.In a bank.C.In a bookstore.听第 7 段材料，回答第8 、 9 题。.How did the man find the woman?A.He put out an advertisement.B.He knew her from th

5、e Johnsons.C.He found her through an agency.What is unnecessary for the woman to do?A.Make dinner.B.Wash the clothes.C.Clean the bathroom.听第 8 段材料，回答第10 至 12 题。.What is the mans favorite part about autumn?A.The temperature. B.The colors.C.The fruit.Which season does the man like best?A.Winter.B.Autu

6、mn.C.Summer.Where did the man use to live?A.In the south.B.In the north.C.In the west.听第 9 段材料，回答第13 至 16 题。.How long does the woman need to have a driving permit in total?A.One month. B.Five months. C.Six months.How does the woman feel about driving with the man?A.She doesnt like it.B.She has learn

7、ed a lot. C.She feels more comfortable.What brand of vehicle does the woman want to buy?A.Lincoln.B.Toyota. C.Ford.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A.Boss and employee. B.Instructor and student. C.Father and daughter.听第 10 段材料，回答第17 至 20 题。.What does the speaker recommend the l

8、isteners to update first?A.Their work experience. B.Their life stories. C.Their opinions.What should the cover letter have in it according to the speaker?A.Educational background.B.All awards one has been given.C.Basic personal information.What kind of training does the speaker suggest the listeners

9、 mention if necessary?A.Basic training. B.Advanced training. C.Specialized training.What is the speakers job probably?A.A teacher. B.A hiring manager. C.A writer.第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分35 分）第一节 单项填空（共15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）请认真阅读下面各题，从题中所给的 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。.Nadia,a four-year-old female

10、Malayan Tiger at the Bronx Zoo testedfor the novelcoronavirus infection.Its the first known case of human-to-animal transmission in America.A.positive B.poisonous C.negative D.neutral.Li Ziqi,the Chinesc internct celcbrity,is famous for her videos she performs the work of afarmer with the grace of a

11、 fairy.A.which B.where C.that D.whenItbe freezing cold sometimes in spring in the south.Its called cold in the late spring.A.shall B.will C.may D.can.The oil giant has confirmed it is planning to list on the stock exchange,incould be theworlds biggest initial public offering.A.that B.which C.what D.

12、how.With their patience and efforts,Chris and Tim successfully developed aof artificialbreeding（人工繁殖） and natural reproduction.A.collection B.combination C.systemD. strategy.For large producers,they lost some pigs to the disease,prices are so high now that they arestill earning much more than before

13、.A.in that B.in case C. even if D.as if.Far from consumers high prices,many of these services are free（users pay,in effect,byhanding over yet more data.A.to charge B.charging C.to have charged D.charge.money spent,ChinasSingles Dayof consumption has already overshadowed predictions of Thanksgiving,B

14、lack Friday and Cyber Monday-combined.A.In honor of B.In response to C.In contrast to D.In terms of.With college entrance examination approaching,its time that I myself into hard work.A. should throw B.have thrown C.throw D.throwing30.Since that time,we have held five shows with as many as two hundr

15、ed and fifty people.A.sticking out B.breaking out C.putting out D.turning out.The customs officer asked,Do you have anything to?Nothing.I answered.A.delete B.declare C.decline D.deliver.Since 2008,emerging economies including China two-thirds of the real wealth gain,theinvestment bank said in a blog

16、 post.A.accounts for B.has accounted for C.have accounted for D.accounted for.As our teacher often puts it,to key universities those who will never give up halfway.A.being admitted;are B.admitting;is C.admitted;are D.to be admitted;is.Due to a shortage of medical supplies in a severe epidemic situat

17、ion,if you offer a mask to someone,you must be.A.a Jonah B.a Judas C.a Scrooge D.a good Samaritan.Dad is always that busy. But he is a wonderful doctor and he treats his patients kindly.A.I cant complain B.Thats all right C.He just cant help it D.Dont mention it第二节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）请认真阅读下面短文，从短

18、文后各题所给的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。Plant a Row for the HungryIt was a cold night and I was heading back to the hotel when a man approached me.He asked if I would give him some money so he could get something to eat.Id read the signs: Dont give money to beggars.So I 36 my head and kept walking.I

19、wasnt 37 for a reply,but with submission,he said,I really am homeless and I really am hungry!You can come with me and watch me 38_!But I kept on walking.The 39 bothered me for the rest of the week.I had money in my pocket and it wouldnt have 40 _ me to hand over a buck or two even if he had been 41.

20、On a freezing night I assumed the 42 of a fellow human being.On the flight back home,I couldnt help thinking of him.I tried to explain my 43 to help by assuming government agencies,churches and charities were there to 44 him. Besides,youre not supposed to give money to 45.One day,I started to write

21、my weekly garden column for The Anchorage Daily News as usual.Out of the blue,an idea 46 my mind.Why not try to get all my readers to plant one row in their gardens dedicated to the 47?We didnt keep records back then,but the idea began to 48.As more and more people started 49 the Plant a Row for the

22、 Hungry concept,new ways and variations 50 up, if you will pardon the pun（ 双 关语）。 Today,the program continues to flourish and 51.Flowers for the spirit,and comfort for my 52.I am shocked that millions of Americans are 53 by hunger.lf every gardener in America plants one row for the hungry,we can mak

23、e a 54 in the number of neighbors who dont have enough to eat.Maybe then I will stop feeling guilty about 55 a hungry man I could have helped.36.A.noddedB.shookC.turnedD.lowered37.A.intendedB.meantC.motivatedD.prepared38.A.eatB.shopC.liveD.drink39.A.accidentB.situationC.incidentD.condition40.A.pleas

24、edB.confusedC.savedD.killed41.A.starvingB.lyingC.beggingD.watching42.A.bestB.betterC.worstD.worse43.A.failureB.responsibilityC.hopeD.willingness44.A.adoptB.feedC.houseD.free45.A.churchesB.charitiesC.beggarsD.readers46.A.caughtB.crossedC.changedD.slipped47.A.hungryB.homelessC.poorD.generous48.A.show

25、upB.take upC.show offD.take off49.A.paying forB.working withC.advertising forD.messing with50.A.spedB.showedC.croppedD.broke51.A.growB.increaseC.declineD.appear52.A.conscienceB.explanationC.assumptionD.dedication53.A.ruinedB.infectedC.threatenedD.depressed54.A.senseB.linkC.differenceD.leap55.A.suppo

26、rtingB.discouragingC.abusingD.abandoning第三部分：阅读理解（共15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的 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。ANew Zealand is located where two tectonic plates of the earths crust meet.This causes a large amount of geothermal activity,allowing warm water to bubble up through the eart

27、hs crust to form hot pools.These pools often contain minerals dissolved from the rocks they seeped through.Here you will find a selection of commercial and wild hot pools throughout New Zealand.RotoruaIn Rotorua,a city built on top of an active volcanic zone,nearly every accommodation establishment

28、offers private,exchange-heated spa pools.Youll also find a selection of hot pool complexes,including Hells Gate and the Polynesian Spa.Near Reporoa is a hot spring called Butchers Pool.Rated highly by regular soakers,this free-of- charge pool is owned and maintained by the Rotorua District Council.I

29、t has sealed walkways,toilets and changing rooms.Lake TaupoLake Taupo is home to a range of naturally-heated hot pools-perfect for a relaxing soak after a busy day of exploring.Long time local favorite,Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs offers heated indoor and outdoor pools while Tokaanu Thermal Pools offe

30、r private and public hot pool experiences.If youre looking for a thermal soak and massage in a quiet setting,head to Wairakei Terraces and if youd like to explore some of the regions thermal pools without pulling out your wallet,head along to either the Lake Terrace or Spa Park.South Island-Hanmer S

31、pringsThere are fewer hot springs in the South Island,which has very different geography to the North Island.However the huge Alpine Fault that created the Southern Alps has done the world a favour with Hanmer Springs,an all-seasons hot spring resort that regularly wins awards for its facilities.At

32、Hanmer youll find thermal mineral,sulphur and freshwater pools,as well as a large childrens activity area with water slides.Beauty and massage treatments put the finishing touches on your relaxation.If youd like the unique experience of bathing in heated glacial waters,head to Tekapo Springs.Or soak

33、 in fresh mountain water and glorious alpine views at the outdoor Omarma Hot Tubs,just 90 minutes from Aoraki/Mount Cook.Which hot pool near Lake Taupo is free of charge?A.Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs B.Tokaanu Thermal Pools C.Spa Park D.Wairakei Terraces.This passage is intended to A.introduce severa

34、l hot pools in New ZealandB.attract visitors to visit New ZealandC.compare several hot pools in New ZealandD.advertise natural resources in New ZealandBThe number of snow geese arriving in the Arctic each spring to breed has skyrocketed over the past few decades.At first,wildlife biologists saw this

35、 as an environmental crisis,pointing to marshes( 湿 地) where plants were eaten by thousands of hungry birds.In response,the federal government loosened restrictions on snow goose hunting to protect the ecosystem.But how do the Inuit,in whose backyard this is taking place,view the situation?A recent i

36、nitiative is giving Inuit wildlife experts the opportunity to lend their knowledge to managing the species.The snow goose study,which is supported in part by Polar Knowledge Board(an Inuit organization that manages hunting,trapping and fishing in central Nunavut),asked the experts to share their gen

37、erations of knowledge about snow geese and their views on what should be done. The community had concerns about controlling the population,says Ron,a community officer for the Inuit Association,and Inuit snow goose knowledge had never been recorded.People wanted to pass on what they knew.Inuit wildl

38、ife experts disagreed with that,considering it wasteful and unnecessary.They felt hunting more snow geese in an organized way,such as paying local hunters a minimal amount of money and distributing the birds to disadvantaged families or operating a limited commercial hunt by employing local people,w

39、ould be appropriate.Inuit wildlife experts will meet scientists this fall to search for common ground.They say that while there may be too many snow geese in some areas,its not a crisis.Biologists now generally agree that there seem to be plenty of undamaged marshes available and newer research show

40、s that some damaged areas can recover.Conservation planners for the three migratory bird protection zones in the area will use the studys recommendations-an example of how native knowledge can strengthen wildlife management.It is providing people who the decisions affect with a real,practical way to

41、 make recommendations and influence what happens,says Vicky Johnston,a biologist and manager with the Canadian Wildlife Service involved in the project. Now that we have recorded and documented Inuit knowledge of snow geese,says Ron, when facing the crisis,other people will be able to use the inform

42、ation to help manage the species,which is fundamental to dealing with it effectively.Which of the following might Inuit wildlife experts agree with?A.Organizing large commercial hunts.B.Using snow goose hunting to mans best advantage.C.Regarding too many snow geese as a crisis.D.Hunting as many snow

43、 geese as possible.What might biologists think about the marshes future now?A.Its unpredictable.B.Its a bit promising.C.Its too discouraging.D.Its hard to get better.What does the underlined worditin the last paragraph refer to?A.The crisis.B.Inuit knowledge.C.The species.D.Inuit research.CChinese r

44、estaurants began to open in America in the mid-19th century,mainly on the west coast where the first immigrants landed.They mostly served an Americanized version of Cantonese cuisine,chop suey,egg fu yung and the like.In that century and much of the 20th,the immigrants largely came from Chinas south

45、-east,mainly Guangdong province.After the immigration reforms of 1965,Chinese migrants from other regions started to arrive.Restaurants began calling their foodHunan ” and “ Sichuan.Though their foordesreamreblyled what was actually eaten in those regions,it was more diverse and boldly spiced than t

46、he sweet,fried stuff that defined the earliest Chinese menus.By the 1990s adventurous diners in cities with sizeable Chinese populations could choose from a variety of regional cuisines.A particular favorite was Sichuan food,with its addictively numbing fire due to peppercorn.Yet over the decades,as

47、 Chinese food became universal,it also came to be standardized.There are almost three times as many Chinese restaurants in America(41,000)as McDonalds. Virtually every small town has one.And generally the menus are consistent:pork dumplings ( steamed or fried);the same two soups(hot and sour,wonton)

48、;stir-fries listed by main ingredient, with a pepper icon or star indicating a slight trace of chilli-flakes.Dishes over$10 are grouped underchefs specials.Until recently,the prices varied as little as the menus and they were low.Eddie Huang,a Taiwanese-American restaurateur,recalls how his newly-ar

49、rived father kept his prices down becauseimmigrants cant sell anything full-price in America.Americans have traditionally been willing to pay through the nose at French or Italian joints (where,in fact,Latinos often do most of the cooking).And every city has its pricey sushi bars and expensive tapas

50、 restaurants(tapas,as one joke goes,is Spanish for$96 and still hungry).Mr.Huang is right that Americans have long expected Chinese food to be cheap and filling.One step up from the urban takeaway,with its fluorescent lighting,is the Chinese restaurant with its red doors and fake lions standing guar

51、d,exotic enough to be special,but still affordable enough for a family to visit once a week when nobody feels like cooking.Even the superior outlets were cheap for what they served.But now things are changing.Mr.Huang sells delicious stuffed buns in New York and Los Angeles for$5.50 each and encoura

52、ges other immigrants not to undervalue their work.Meanwhile,although racism persists,the previous discrimination of earlier ages has been fading.Since the Chinese-American population is six times what was 40 years ago,Americans overall are much more familiar with Chinese people and their cooking,all

53、 of which means that the new fancy breed of Chinese restaurants draws a heartening mix of Chinese and non-Chinese diners. We can learn from the first three paragraphs that_A.Cantonese cuisine was well received by Americans in the 19th centuryB.Those so-called Hunan or Sichuan food in America tasted

54、just as what was actually eaten in those regionsC.Nowadays Chinese restaurants are almost twice more than McDonalds in AmericaD.Americans prefer Hunan food because they have been addicted to peppercorn.Why was Chinese food sold at a lower price?A.Americans have long expected Chinese food to be cheap

55、 and filling.B.Earlier immigrants couldnt sell anything full-price in America.C.Americans prefer French and Italian food.D.Chinese restaurants face fierce price competition from other restaurants.In what order did the author write the passage?A.In order of importance.B.In order of place.C.In order o

56、f time.D.In order of position.What is the best title of this passage?A.Immigration on a plate.B.Americans favourite cuisine.C.Prejudice against Chinese immigrants.D.Route to success.DI remember the thrill of first seeing you at law school orientation.You looked happy in a sea of dour,nervous faces.A

57、nd you swept me off my feet immediately and I was eager to know everything about you.It quickly became clear that you were kind,down-to-earth,engaging and loyal to family and friends.By graduation,we were inseparable.We took the bar exam and were married.The future looked bright-two freshly minted l

58、awyers with supportive families and a dream of starting a family of our own some day.I started my career with the exhausting hours and high stress that are traditionally visited on young lawyers.You were unexpectedly ambivalent（矛盾情绪的）about finding a good job-or anyjob.After gentle pressure from me,a

59、nd more from the student loan payments,you puttered around in some non-legal positions more suited for someone with half your education and intelligence,which offered low pay.Pregnancy-something we both wanted-gave you the most important job in the world.After a few years,we were blessed with a seco

60、nd child.You have never returned to work, although both kids have been at school full-time for years,and our firstborn is heading to college soon.Ive climbed the professional ladder reasonably well.We have the trappings of middle-class success-a nice house in a safe,quiet neighborhood;annual holiday