江西省宜春市上高二中2021届高三英语上学期第四次月考试题

1、江西省宜春市上高二中2020届高三英语上学期第四次月考试题PAGE PAGE - 38 -江西省宜春市上高二中2020届高三英语上学期第四次月考试题第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Whats John doing now?A. Playing football. B. Watch

2、ing TV. C. Studying. 2. What can the man do?A. Swim. B. Play soccer. C. Play basketball. 3. When will the meeting be over?A. At 11:00. B. At 10:00. C. At 9:30. 4. What does the woman think of the play?A. Terrible. B. Just so-so. C. Great. 5. Whats the weather like now?A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny. 第

3、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。听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。6. Where does the man want to go?A. The library. B. The lab. C. The caf. 7. Whats the mans major?A. Psychology. B. Physics. C. Chemistry. 听下面一段对话，回答

4、第8至第10三个小题。8. Where is the woman going first?A. The classroom. B. The library. C. The gym. 9. What will the woman do in the library?A. Borrow some books. B. Return some books. C. Study for the exam. 10. Why do the speakers go to the gym?A. To watch a game. B. To take a PE class. C. To go swimming. 听

5、下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。11. What do we know about the man?A. He is in poor health. B. He wants to stay at home today. C. He hasnt finished his homework yet. 12. What relation is Mr. Bell to the man?A. His neighbor. B. His teacher. C. His father. 13. What does the man ask the woman to do?A. Help him han

6、d in his project. B. Call to ask for leave. C. Drive him to school right now. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。14. What will the man do in the late afternoon?A. Give a speech. B. Write a magazine article. C. Prepare some materials. 15. Where will the man have dinner tonight?A. At home. B. In the office. C. In

7、a meeting room. 16. How will the man go back home?A. By bus. B. By car. C. By taxi. 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。17. What can we learn about Pedal Power?A. It was started in 1996. B. It gives bicycles to people for free. C. It sends bicycles to poor areas regularly. 18. What happened to Pedal Power in Augu

8、st 2000?A. It couldnt meet its costs. B. It won an Enterprise Award. C. It was criticized by the British media. 19. When did Dan Pearman go to Ecuador?A. In 1993. B. In 1998. C. In 2001. 20. Why was Dan Pearmans neighbor successful in business?A. He offered many jobs to craftsmen in the town. B. He

9、was the most skilled craftsman in the village. C. He could reach customers easily by riding his bike. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。ACountries may be ranked by many various groups, such as how expensive or interesting they are to foreign tourists. They c

10、an also be ranked by their openness and friendliness toward visitors. You might be shocked to find out that, for example, the USA is number 102 on the list of the least welcoming places, 140 being the most unfriendly land.MongoliaMongolia was closed for quite some time and opened up to foreigners on

11、ly 20 years ago. Thats probably the major reason why it is not yet experienced enough in hosting tourists. The country is beautiful, with huge spacious areas of land that are low populated. There local people are not yet used to being visited by foreign guests.SlovakiaThere are, undoubtedly, pluses

12、as well as minuses in every country. Slovakia is not the perfect destination for a couple of reasons. First and foremost, Slovakia is becoming more and more similar to the rest of European countries surrounding it. Sameness is not the best quality. As a rule, tourists want to travel and see things t

13、hey have never seen before. It is good that the lands countryside is still unique, although it is also being commercialized day by day.IranIran is not the best place to travel to. It is located close to Pakistan with its negative political atmosphere. Western visitors are not welcome over there and

14、embassies (大使馆) advise against traveling to Iran. The population, contrary to the countrys government, consists of very friendly and welcoming people.KuwaitIn Kuwait people are warm and friendly. It has a unique history, plenty of traditions and customs. People respect their culture and are very rel

15、igious. It is a Muslim country, which means that you are not allowed to drink alcohol. If you happen to visit Kuwait during Ramadan, you will not be allowed to eat in public places, either.RussiaRussia is truly a special place. It is definitely worth visiting. What you might not find attractive is t

16、he corruption and bureaucracy (官僚主义) that rule in some certain official circles. Another nuisance you should be ready for is that, as a visitor, youll be asked to receive an invitation. Only then will you be able to apply for a visa. Once you arrive in Russia, youll be warmly greeted and accepted by

17、 the local people.21.Youll meet friendly people in the following countries except in _.A. IranB. KuwaitC. MongoliaD. Russia22.Which of the statements is true according to the text?A. You can apply for a visa for Russia at will.B. If youre fond of drinking, then Kuwait is not an ideal destination.C.

18、Youre not advised to travel in Iran due to its high cost.D. Mongolia is a beautiful country with much experience in hosting tourists.23.Where does this passage probably come from?A. A news report. B. A lecture speech.C. An advertisement. D. A text book.B The worlds insects are hurtling down the path

19、 to extinction, threatening a “catastrophic collapse of natures ecosystems”, according to the first global scientific review. More than 40% of insect species are declining and a third are endangered, the analysis found. The rate of extinction is eight times faster than that of mammals, birds and rep

20、tiles.“It should be of huge concern to all of us, for insects are at the heart of every food web. They pollinate the large majority of plant species, keep the soil healthy, recycle nutrients, control pests, and much more. Love them or loathe them, we humans cannot survive without insects, ” said Pro

21、f Dave Goulson at the University of Sussex in the UK.The analysis, published in the journal Biological Conservation, says intensive agriculture is the main drive of the decline, particularly the heavy use of pesticides. Urbanization and climate change are also significant factors.One of the biggest

22、impacts of insect loss is on the many birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish that eat insects. A small number of adaptable species are increasing in number, but not nearly enough to outweigh the big losses.Matt Shardlow, at the conservation charity Buglife, said, “It is gravely sobering to see this co

23、llation of evidence that demonstrates the pitiful state of the worlds insect populations. It is increasingly obvious that the planets ecology is breaking and there is a need for an intense and global effort to stop and reverse these dreadful trends.”24.What does “are hurtling down ” underlined mean?

24、A. To climb very slow in a straight direction.B. To move very fast in a particular direction.C. To become lower in value or level quickly.D. To speed up suddenly in a particular direction.25.According to the passage, _ doesnt cause the decline of the insects.A. intensive agricultureB. urbanizationC.

25、 climate changeD. pests control26.In Paragraph 4, the author wants to stress the decline of insects_.A. by giving the examplesB. by making the comparisonC. by giving the definitionD. by making the explanation27.What is the main idea of the text?A. Sharply decreasing insects numbers threaten the dama

26、ge of nature.B. The impacts will be brought by the insect loss.C. The effective measures are taken to stop the scary trends.D. The leading factors that cause insects decline.CHow to Make Friends, According to ScienceFriendship is one of lifes most important features, and one too often taken for gran

27、ted.The human desire for companionship may feel boundless, but research suggests that our social capital is finite we can only handle a certain number of relationships at one time. Social scientists have used some creative approaches to measure the size of peoples social networks; these have returne

28、d estimates ranging from about 250 to about 5,500 people. Looking more specifically at friendship, a study using the exchange of Christmas cards to test closeness put the average persons friend group at about 121 people. However vast our networks may be, our inner circle tends to be much smaller. Th

29、e average American trusts only 10 to 20 people. Moreover, that number may be shrinking: From 1998 to 2017, the average number of trusted friends decreased from three to two. This is both sad and of important consequence, because people who have strong social relationships tend to live longer than th

30、ose who dont.So what should you do if your social life is lacking? Here the research is instructive. To begin with, dont refuse to consider the humble acquaintance（交情）. Even interacting with people with whom one has weak social ties has a meaningful influence on well-being. Beyond that, building dee

31、per friendships may be largely a matter of putting in time. A recent study out of the University of Kansas found that it takes about 50 hours of socializing to go from acquaintance to casual friend, an additional 40 hours to become a “real” friend, and a total of 200 hours to become a close friend.I

32、f that sounds like too much effort, renewing inactive social ties can be especially rewarding. Reconnected friends can quickly recapture the trust they previously built, while offering each other a dash of novelty（新奇）drawn from whatever theyve been up to in the meantime. And if all else fails, you c

33、ould start randomly to tell secrets to people you dont know that well. Self-disclosure makes us more likable, and as a bonus, we are more likely to favor those to whom we have revealed our soul.Longing for closeness and connection is common and everywhere, which suggests that most of us are stumblin

34、g（跌跌撞撞）through the world, expecting companionship that could be easily provided by the lonesome stumblers all around us. So set aside this article, turn to someone nearby, and try to make a friend.28.From Paragraph 2, we can know that .A. a strong social relationship can guarantee a long lifeB. real

35、 friendships are based on the exchange of presentsC. peoples inner circle is decreasing despite large social networksD. peoples social networks depend on their desire for companionship29.What does the author suggest to improve ones social life?A. Sharing secrets with close friends.B. Choosing likabl

36、e people as friends.C. Avoiding the humble acquaintance.D. Spending time for deeper friendships.30.What is the passage mainly about?A. The tips on how to develop friendship.B. The reasons for seeking companionship.C. The benefits brought by a good social life.D. The relationship between friendship a

37、nd happiness.31.The author helps readers better understand his idea mainly by .A. using research resultsB. making comparisonsC. giving some examplesD. telling personal storiesD Last fall, I happened to overhear a student telling the others he had decided not to sign up for an introductory philosophy

38、 course. The demands of his major, he said seriously, meant he needed to take “practical” courses, and “enlightenment” would simply have to wait. For now, employability was the most important.The students conversation fits into a larger alarming narrative about the role of the humanities in higher e

39、ducation. In a time of dizzying technological achievement and of rapid scientific innovation, sceptics of the humanities may question the usefulness of studying Aristotle, the Italian Renaissance or Chinese fiction.Actually, I regret not interrupting that student to argue for taking that introductor

40、y philosophy course. I would have started by reminding him that, for much of Americas history, college graduates were not considered truly educated unless they had mastered philosophy, literature, political theory and history. The key role of higher education was to invite students into the conversa

41、tions about matters like what it means to be alive and the definition of justice. Fostering engagement with these subjects is still an essential part of the universitys function in society.I would have also mentioned to the student that he was misinformed about the job market. It is true that many e

42、mployers are looking for graduates with specialized technical skills, but they also look for other capabilities. As the world is transformed by artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation, the unique human qualities of creativity, imagination and moral reasoning will be the ultimate coi

43、n of the realm. All these skills are developed in humanities courses.Further, I would have argued that while a degree anchored in the sciences is an important precondition for many jobs, it is not the only route. Look no further than the founders of companies such as LinkedIn, Slack and Flickr, who

44、are among the many tech businesspersons with degrees in the humanities, and who credit that training for their success.Contrary to the widely held belief that humanities majors have a hard time getting jobs, recent studies show that those with humanities degrees are successful in the workplace, expe

45、riencing low rates of unemployment and reporting high levels of job satisfaction. The ratio between average median(中位数) incomes for humanities degree holders and those with business, engineering, and health and medical sciences degrees has been shown to narrow over the course of a career.The case fo

46、r the humanities can also be understood in less transactional terms and more as a foundational preparation for a life well lived. A humanities education plays a vital role in encouraging citizens to lead an examined life. It fosters critical thinking, self-reflection, empathy and tolerance, the usef

47、ulness of which only becomes more apparent as one navigates lifes challenges.By all means, students should take courses they think practical and follow their interests, but if they also make a point of studying the literature of the Renaissance, or researching into modern poetry, or even taking intr

48、oductory philosophy, we will all benefit.32.What does the students conversation show?A. Students feel employment difficult.B. Students think philosophy less important.C. Students find scientific innovation amazing.D. Students consider university courses unsatisfying.33.What does the underlined part

49、in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Highly valued.B. Equally applied.C. Strictly assessed.D. Greatly improved.34.The author may agree that humanities _.A. discover students artistic abilityB. prepare students for graduationC. raise awareness of social statusD. provide great insights into life35.Which of

50、 the following shows the development of ideas in the passage?I: Introduction P: Point Sp: Sub-point(次要点) C: ConclusionA. B.C. D. 第二节 （共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Top 3 Self-Discipline TechniquesSelf-discipline is the key to leading a healthier, happier and more successf

51、ul life, 36 . We have shared some self-discipline techniques below. Follow these self-discipline techniques to start living a better life.1）Start smallThe journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step as the proverb goes. 37 .Instead, stamina (耐力) is built up by doing a little more than the

52、previous days target.The same goes for discipline. Start by trying to carry out self-discipline techniques little by little every day for big results. Increase your goals over time.2） 38 Staying self-disciplined requires motivation. It can be hard to stay motivated if you feel like you havent made a

53、ny progress so far. Tracking progress makes you aware of how much youve done and encourages you to keep going.3）Exercise your willpower 39 . Some days, sticking to the task is going to be difficult but by reminding yourself of the end in mind and how much the goal means to you, you will be able to i

54、gnore temporary temptations for long term gain.The above-mentioned self-discipline techniques have been proven to be extremely effective. 40 .and it is the key to living a happy and fulfilling life.A. Build a support systemB. Measure your goalsC. Willpower and self-discipline go hand in handD. Self-

55、discipline is a feature found in many successful peopleE. Self-discipline is linked to effective time managementF. However, it is easier said than doneG. You dont train for a marathon by running 10 kilometers on the first day第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节 （共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中

56、，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 During my second year in high school, I got sick and missed a few days. When I _41_, I was greeted with two essays due, three days of math and history homework, plus several tests. _42_ I went home from school that day exhausted, I had to stay up really late to finish them all.The n

57、ext day at school, I got a rude awakening: Id totally forgotten to prepare for the _43_ on Romeo and Juliet, which Id take _44_ my lunch hour! Worse still, I had _45_ the in-class discussion and all the notes. When lunch came, I went to the English room to face my certain doom(厄运). All I could do wa

58、s try to _46_ on the questions I didnt know.As it turned out, I didnt know the majority of the questions. I was just about to give _47_ when my pencil accidentally fell and broke. Standing by the blackboard sharpening my pencil, I _48_ down and there in full view lay the answer sheet for the test! W

59、hat good fortune! I can kiss good-bye to all my _49_ of failing the test! My heart started beating, and my brain _50_, Yes! Read over the answers quickly! This was quickly followed by another voice, No! Youll get caught! My mind turning back and forth, Yes! No! Yes! No! This went on for ten of the _

60、51_ seconds in my entire life.Finally, I decided to finish the test on my own, without _52_! I was satisfied with my decision but pretty _53_ I had failed the test.The next day when I walked into the English room, my great joy of having been an _54_ soul changed into a wave of doom as I saw my test