2023届山西省阳泉市第十一中学高三3月份模拟考试英语试题含解析

1、2023届高考英语模拟试卷考生须知：1全卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，全部在答题纸上作答。选择题必须用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题的答案必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或答字笔写在“答题纸”相应位置上。2请用黑色字迹的钢笔或答字笔在“答题纸”上先填写姓名和准考证号。3保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1Betty was feeling pretty blue for a while, but shes better now._.AOh, thats kind of you BCongratulations COh, Im gl

2、ad to hear thatDIts my pleasure2Hes quite _, but I cant imagine him as president of such a large listed company.Aenthusiastic BgenerousCcompetent Dsympathetic3Im very grateful to my high school teachers，without _help I wouldnt be so excellent.AtheirBwhomCwhoseDwhich4I _ tell you with certainty that

3、he wont be able to finish it before the deadline. Awill Bmust Ccan Dmay5We were scared to death when the fire_. Fortunately, it was put out before it caused much damage.Abroke outBcame outCgave outDturned out6We arranged to meet at the cinema at 7:30, but Jack failed to _.Abreak up Bset upCturn up D

4、give up7Despite the fact that his scores were good, they were hardly as excellent as a student with his intelligence .AachievedBhad achievedCwould achieveDshould have achieved8Got your driving license?No. I too busy to have enough practice, so I didnt take the driving test last week.Awas BamChave be

5、en Dhad been9There is no doubt that climate all over the world _ greatly in recent years.Ahad changedBis changingCchangedDhas been changing10Sit down, Emma. You will only make yourself more tired, on you feet.Ato keepBkeepingChaving keptDto have kept11_ many Chinese holidays are directed towards ser

6、vices remembering ancestors, the Ching Ming Festival is beyond doubt the largest.AUnlessBSinceCOnceDWhile12Excuse me, sir, didnt you see the red light?Sorry, my mind _ somewhere else.Ahas been wanderingBwas wanderedCwas wanderingDhas been wandered13U.S. President Barack Obama arrived in Chinas econo

7、mic center Shanghai on Sunday night, November 15th2009, _a state visit to China.AstartingBstartedCto startDhaving started14I have often thought it would be a blessing if each human being _ blind and deaf for a few days at some time in his life.Ahas been strickenBwere strickenChad beenDwould be15We c

8、ame to the station _ all the way, only _ the train had just left.Arunning, toldBto run, tellingCto run, to be toldDrunning, to be told16My father insisted that every minute_ made full use of _the work well.Abe, to doBhas been, doingCbe, doingDhas been, to do17Time is a precious _ that is often taken

9、 for granted among the young people.AcommodityBcommissionCcomponentDconstitution18Upon entering a “new era”, what we now face is the _ between unbalanced and inadequate development and the peoples ever-growing needs for a better life.Aadministration Bviolation Ccontradiction Dpresentation19I am wond

10、ering how it _ that you did so much work within such a short time.Aheld upBcame aboutCgave awayDcalled for20How could I lie to her she lived for the truth，whether it was found in music or people?AunlessBwhenCwhileDthough第二部分 阅读理解（满分40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。21（6分）A ROBOT companion for old

11、er people aims to promote activity and deal with loneliness by urging them to take part in digital and physical activities.The ElliQ robot, made by Israel-based start-up Intuition Robotics, will be published at the Design Museum in London this week. ElliQ is a small desktop device that consists of a

12、 domed (拱形的) “body” and a separate detachable (可拆卸的) screen.Created in collaboration with Swiss designer Yves Behar, the robot is able to encourage a degree of social engagement. Similar to home assistants like the Amazon Echo, people can simply talk to it, and there are visual clues that could be p

13、articularly helpful for those with hearing difficulties.A key purpose of ElliQ is to act as an easy platform to access existing services such as social media, and messaging programs. For example, the device could alert the users that their grandchild has posted a new photo on Facebook, show it to th

14、em on the screen.ElliQ can recommend activities voluntarily. It might ask if youre interested in watching a video, for instance, or suggest a walk. It can also act as reminder to take medication.Having a robot constantly offer suggestions could obviously get annoying, so the device uses machine lear

15、ning to tailor these suggestions to individual preferences. If a suggestion is met with a positive response once, ElliQ might try it again. If not, it might change for a different tack.1、Which of the following statements is NOT true?AA robot companion for older people will strongly advise them to pa

16、rticipate in digital and physical activities to be healthy.BThe ElliQ robot is published at the Design Museum in London.CThe screen of the ElliQ robot can be removed if necessary.DThe ElliQ robot is created by Swiss designer Yves Behar and Israel-based start-up Intuition Robotics.2、The underlined wo

17、rd “alert” is closest m meaning to .Adeclare BannounceCremind Dsay3、ElliQ can serve the following purposes EXCEPT .Awhen the users friend updates his moments (朋友圈), it can show it to the user on the screen.Bit can recommend some activities even the user doesnt ask.Cit will constantly give suggestion

18、s regardless of the users individual preference.Dit can help those with hearing difficulties by offering visual clues.4、In which column we are most likely to find the passage?ANews & Technology BPeopleCHealth DInternational Affairs22（8分）When Kyle Jauregui recently went to pick up his younger sisters

19、 birthday cake, he was met with a bittersweet surprise.On arriving at the bakers, he learnt that Madison s cake had already been paid for by a complete stranger. It was a touching act of kindness, but, as it turned out, not a random one. The cake had been paid for by a lady known simply as “McKennas

20、 mum” -as part of a gesture she had been making for a while, and for a heartbreaking reason.While Madison is set to celebrate turning 11, McKenna Jodell Fox would have turned ten on the same day. McKenna was only nine months old in 2008, when she was crushed by a falling TV set as her family prepare

21、d to move house.Its a painful occasion for her mum, but one she has transformed into something positive. The cake she bought was accompanied by a card which read as follows:“Dear Birthday Girl Family,In honour of my daughters 10th birthday I have chosen your birthday cake to pay for.Each year I do t

22、his random act of kindness because I am unable to buy my daughter a cake of her own.Today is her big double digit birthday. Please enjoy your day.”By Kyles own admission, the whole family was left speechless. “We just want to say thank you to McKennas mom,” he wrote, “and wish McKenna a happy birthd

23、ay. Theres still good in this world.”1、Who died according to the passage?AKyle Jauregui. BMadison.CMcKenna Jodell Fox. DMcKennas mum.2、What do we know about the birthday cake?AIt tasted bittersweet.BIt was paid by McKennas mum.CIt made the family heartbroken.DIt was free of charge.3、Which of the fol

24、lowing can best describe McKennas mum?AWarm-hearted and cheerful. BStrong-willed but depressed.CBroken-hearted but generous. DKind-hearted and positive.4、Which of the following would be the best title for the text?AA Painful Accident BA Family Left SpeechlessCOne Birthday Cake for Two Girls DA World

25、 Full of Surprises23（8分）2017 TFK Poetry ContestCalling all poets! TIME For Kids has a challenge for you: Write a funny, rhyming poem. It must be an original poem that does not copy another poets work. Enter it in the TIME For Kids Poetry Contest. As fewer and fewer children are interested in writing

26、 poetry of their own, TIME For Kids decides to organize and sponsor such a contest to change the situation.Contest Rules1. How to enter: This contest begins 12:01 am on March 6, 2014 and ends 11:59 pm on July 24, 2014. To enter, mail the following information to 1271 Avenue of the Americas, 32nd Flo

27、or, New York, New York 10020: (a) an original and previously unpublished poem that is humorous and has a rhymescheme(韵律); (b)Entrants first name only and a parents mail address. Limit one entry per person. By entering, Entrant promises that the entry (1) is original, (2) has not been published in an

28、y medium and (3) has not won an award.2. Judging: All entries will be judged by poet Kenn Nesbitt, based on the following criteria: creativity and originality (50), use of language and rhyme (25) and appropriateness to the theme of the contest (25). The length of the entry will not be taken into con

29、sideration.3.Prizes: Our judge will select four semifinalists(半决赛选手)from which one grand-prize winner and three finalists will be chosen. The one grand-prize winner will receive an online class visit from Childrens Poet Kenn Nesbitt and a signed copy of his newest book of poetry,The Armpitof Doom: F

30、unny Poems for Kids, approximately value: $275. The three finalists will each get a signed copy of Nesbitts newest book of poetry, The Armpit of Doom:Funny Poems for Kids, and both their poems and that of the grand-prize winner will be published at.4.Eligibility(参赛资格): Open to legal citizens of the

31、50 United States and the District of Columbia who are primary school students and are 8 to 13 years old at time of entry.5. Winners list: For names of the winner and finalists, visit(after August 1, 2017, available for a period of 10 days).1、The purpose of the contest is to_.Aencourage children to l

32、earn from other poetsBhelp children realize the dream of poetry writingCencourage childrens interest in poetry writingDencourage children to read more original poems2、Which of the following characteristics of a poem is valued most in judging?ABeing creative and originalBUsing a proper number of word

33、sCUsing proper language and rhymeDBeing appropriate to the contest theme3、According to the contest rules,_.Apoems can be sent to the organizers by e-mailBall children have the right to take part in the contestCthe number of poems to enter the contest is not limitedDthe result of the contest will be

34、unknown before August, 201724（8分）The cost of living in countries like the U.S., Britain, Australia or France has skyrocketed in recent years. However, if youre willing to leave your country and explore life in other areas, there are many countries boasting an extremely cheap and low cost of living.

35、Check out the following countries when planning your next move.EcuadorEcuador is similar to the United States in many ways, and as a result has become a popular American getaway. They even use the U.S. Dollar for their currency. In this country, its cheaper to eat out every day than cook for yoursel

36、f on a budget in the U.S. You can even buy a property for around $50000 and hire someone to tend to it while youre awayMexicoAlthough the country is known for its poverty ridden streets, there are many wealthier areas that provide every facility you might need. You can live off a mere $700 to $800 a

37、 month in Mexico, and this includes rent for a nice place, facilities, food, and any sightseeing.ArgentinaArgentina has been a popular tourist destination for many years. It has great restaurants, a rich history, and many places to explore. Not to mention, its not very expensive to live here. A dece

38、nt sized home can cost around $139000, which is relatively cheap in relation to homes in the United States.VietnamVietnam has also become a popular tourist destination in recent years. There are many million dollar luxury homes by the beach, but you can find a modest fiat or small home for around $2

39、5000 to $50000 if you search in the right areas.1、How much does it take at least to live in Mexico for a year?AAbout $7000 BAbout $8000CAbout $8400 DAbout $98002、What does Argentina and Vietnam have in common?AThey both have great restaurants.BThe cost of living in them is both expensive.CThe middle

40、-sized homes both cost around $ 139000.DPeople are all fond of travelling to the two countries.3、In which country did the purchaser probably pay extra money after he left?AEcuador BMexicoCArgentina DVietnam25（10分） What makes a person a giver or taker? The idea “give vs. take” takes shape in all inte

41、ractions (互动) and relationships of our lives. Were either giving advice, making time for people, or were on the receiving end. We keep changing between the two based on different situations on a daily basis, if not an hourly one.According to Adam Grant, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania,

42、 most people are matchers. They make careful observations on takers and make it a point for them to pay something back. They hate to see people who act so generously towards others not receive any rewards. Actually, most matchers will try hard to promote and support givers so that they can get the g

43、ood they deserve.Is there a gender factor (性别因素) that plays a part in this?A study led by Hannah Riley Bowles, a professor at Harvard University, focused on this question. She asked 200 senior managers to sit down in pairs where one person would act as the boss and the other as an employee to discus

44、s salary promotions. Male “employees” asked for an average salary of $146k while the females asked for only $141k. But why did they not bargain as hard as the men? Simply because they were more likely to be givers.As a woman, I do enjoy the act of giving up my time, my knowledge, and my care and my

45、attention to others. I dont expect anything in return, but I do tend to pull myself away when I feel like Im being taken for granted. I also tend to get upset when I see a loved ones continuous actions of kindness go unnoticed. So, its safe to say Im 50% giver, 35% matcher and 15% taker.I do know so

46、meone, however, who is 99% giver. Theyre constantly devoting their time, sharing valuable insights (洞察力) and going out of their way for everyone who crosses their path. Although theyre changed the lives of many people, they rarely see any of it returned. But the universe is slowly repaying them; the

47、yre now extremely successful, well known for what they do.1、We can learn from the first paragraph that _.Amost people think they are giversBpeople are not always givers or takersCan individual is born to be a giver or a takerDfew differences exist between givers and takers2、In Adam Grants opinion, m

48、ost people _.Ahate takersBprefer giving to takingCenjoy relying on themselvesDbalance giving and taking3、Hannahs study focused on _.Athe role of giving and taking in jobsBthe gender difference in giving and takingCthe role of men and women in societyDthe salary difference between women and men4、The

49、author tends to _.Athink acts of kindness should be valuedBexpect something in return for giving most of the timeCtake giving for grantedDbe a complete matcher5、What can be inferred from the last paragraph?AGiving is the shortest path to success.BSharing is the greatest human quality.CNo good deed g

50、oes undone.DGivers are worth respecting.第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节）第一节（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，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项26（30分）A Different ViewAt age 14, 15 and 16, the way we looked was the most important thing in the world to us. My friends and I wanted nothing less than perfection.In high school, we

51、 joined the gymnastics (体操) team, and our 1 became even more important to us. We had no fat, only muscle. On the weekends, we would go to the beach, 2 of our flat stomachs.One summer day, all my friends were at my house 3 . At one point, I was running back to the pool. I 4 on a bee, and while it was

52、 dying under my foot, it stung (蛰) me. I instantly started to feel 5 . That night, I began to run a high fever and my leg and foot were red, hot and swollen. I couldnt walk. I could barely 6 .When my foot started to go numb, everyone became more 7 . My foot was not getting enough blood. I had to go

53、to the 8 , and my leg hurt as if it were badly broken. I couldnt move. All I could do was think about how soft my middle was becoming. That 9 me more than any concern over my leg.That would all 10 when I heard the doctors mention possibly cutting off my foot. It was still not getting the 11 supply i

54、t needed. The doctors would have to speed up their treatment.Never before did I have such great 12 for my foot. And walking seemed like a 13 from the gods. Less and less would I want to hear my friends talk about 14 and who was wearing what. More and more I expected visits from other kids in the hos

55、pital, who were quickly becoming my friends.One girl came to visit me 15 . Every time she came, she brought flowers. She was recovering from cancer and felt she should come back and 16 the other patients.She still had no hair, and she was swollen from medications she had been taking. I would not hav

56、e given this girl a second 17 before. I now loved every inch of her and looked forward to her 18 .Finally, I was improving and soon I went home. My leg was still swollen, 19 I was walking, and I had my foot! When I would go back to the hospital, I often saw my friend. She was still visiting people a

57、nd 20 good cheer. I thought if there was an angel on this earth, it had to be her.1、AgradesBbrainsCbodiesDclothes2、AashamedBproudCsureDtired3、AdancingBchattingCjoggingDswimming4、AsteppedBfocusedCheldDtook5、AupsetBfearfulCsickDanxious6、AjumpBrunCstandDrest7、AconcernedBrelievedCsurprisedDinterested8、A

58、beachBhospitalCgymDschool9、AblamedBimpressedCshockedDtroubled10、AchangeBbotherChelpDhappen11、AnutritionBbloodCtimeDair12、AobservationBdevotionCappreciationDevaluation13、AgiftBhandCpromiseDtreat14、AhomeworkBappointmentCmoviesDgymnastics15、AsuddenlyBregularlyCeventuallyDrecently16、AadviseBencourageCse

59、rveDinstruct17、AchoiceBthoughtCglanceDchance18、AwordsBideasCflowersDvisits19、AbutBthenCsoDfor20、AenjoyingBgainingCdiscoveringDspreading第二节（每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。27（15分）Famous Irish poet Oscar Wilde (54-100) once wrote: “Ah! Realize your youth while you have it.” He pointed ou

60、t the important truth about how precious youth is in ones journey through life.However, the popular internet slang word foxi(佛系) or “Buddhist” 1 (challenge) this norm by encouraging young people to remain calm and peaceful and avoid conflict as much as possible in other words, to live like a Buddha.