衡水中学2022-2023学年高三下学期一模考试英语试题含解析

1、2022-2023学年高考英语模拟试卷注意事项1考生要认真填写考场号和座位序号。2试题所有答案必须填涂或书写在答题卡上，在试卷上作答无效。第一部分必须用2B 铅笔作答；第二部分必须用黑色字迹的签字笔作答。3考试结束后，考生须将试卷和答题卡放在桌面上，待监考员收回。第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1I am so thrilled to have my underwater photos _ in the National Geographic and on the cover!Ato be featuredBfeaturedCbeing featuredDto featur

2、e2Life the like _ ocean; Only _strong-willed can reach the other shore.Aan; theBthe; aCthe ;/D/ ; a3Though small, the country has _ plants from desert grasses to tropical jungle.Aextreme BabundantCartificial Dpoisonous4Thanks for your useful advice; otherwise I _ such rapid progress.Adidnt makeBcoul

3、dnt have madeChadnt madeDshouldnt have made5This kind of gel pen which _ smoothly is quite popular with students.Ais written Bis writing Cwrote Dwrites6Difficulties strengthen the mind, _ labour does the body.AifBasCforDso7-I dont understand why Catherine stopped short _ she ought to have continued.

4、-Its obvious that she lacked self-confidence.Awhen BwhileCif Das8While in the university, we were offered a number of after-school activities to our social skills.AcreateBgrowCsettleDdevelop9The infrastructure of a country is _ makes everything run well, including things like transport, irrigation,

5、electricity and schools.Awhich BthatCwhere Dwhat10We have only twenty minutes left，so please get to the point and dont say anything that isnt _ to our problem.Arelevant BsensitiveCfamiliar Dsimilar11Try to be independent, for your parents cant do _ for you all your life.AsomethingBnothingCeverything

6、Danything12My mother is always warning me when I go out, “Dont get off the bus _ it is stopping.”Auntil BwhileCbefore Dafter13What I love most about reading novels is _ the authors vividly describe the characters.AwhatBwhyChowDwhom14My sister met him in the street yesterday afternoon, so he _ your l

7、ecture.Ashouldnt have attendedBcouldnt have attendedCmustnt have attendedDneednt have attended15Muir succeeds _ other designers have failedher clothes are Original, yet stylish.AthatBwhatCwhichDwhere16-Each of the students working hard at their hard at their lessons the book.-So have I.AreadsBhave r

8、eadChas readDread17Dont give up half way, and you will find the scenery is more beautiful when you reach the destination than when you _.Astart offBhave started offCstarted offDwill start off18Students are always interested in finding out _ they can go with a new teacher.Ahow farBhow soonChow oftenD

9、how long19A grand banquet was held by Elizabeth II _ President Xis current state visit to the UK.Ain terms of Bin honor ofCin favor of Din memory of20They intended to have the school better equipped， the local government was not able to get enough money to do so.Aunless Bwhile Calthough Donce第二部分 阅读

10、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） In recent years, China has witnessed the growth of luxury (奢侈品) brands. In this market, Chinese consumers are now the largest spenders. Its clear that a new generation of young, materialistic people is increasingly relying on luxury brands to improve

11、its self-image.I am a fashionist too, at least in spiritI love to look at clothes and shoes. But I dont understand why people spend lots of money on designer labels.When a young woman buys a handbag that costs two months of her salary, thats a scary thing.Whats interesting is that scientists have fo

12、und that having luxury things doesnt lead to happiness.Study after study has shown that although we want material things, when we get them we dont suddenly become “happy” people. In fact, a series of studies by Leaf Van Boven at the University of Colorado, US, has shown that individuals who spend mo

13、ney on travel and similar experiences get more pleasure than those who invest it in material things. Thats because experiences are more easily combined with a persons identity. If I travel to Yunnan, that adventure affects how I think in the future. My memories become a part of me.Moreover, as Van B

14、oven has observed, young people who pursue happiness through “things” are liked less by their peers. People prefer those who pursue happiness through experiences.Its natural to want to express yourself through your appearance. So my advice is: create a look that isnt tied to a designer label. Convey

15、 your own message. Take some lessons from the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. He was always in Levis jeans and a black turtleneck. Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, routinely appears in hoodies and sneakers. These people, successful people, have style. You dont have to break the bank to send a

16、 message about who you are.Take a trip. Go out into the world. Then come back and confidently create your own signature look.1、What can we infer from the first three paragraphs?AThe author enjoys buying luxury brands herself.BThe author agrees to spend money on material things.CThe author is critica

17、l of youths tying their looks to designer labels.DThe author finds it natural for fashionists to follow fashion trends.2、Leaf Van Bovens studies showed that _.Atraveling changes a persons identity greatlyBpeople dislike those who love luxuriesCexperiences can bring people more happiness than luxurie

18、sDluxuries have a negative effect on peoples happiness3、What is the authors advice on expressing oneself?ABe selective about designer labels.BCreate your own personal unique style.CChoose styles that are simple and comfortable.DTry styles like Mark Zuckerbergs.4、The main purpose of the article is to

19、 _.Apersuade readers to invest in experiences instead of luxuriesBprove how luxury leads to an unpleasant lifeCtell how to express yourself through appearancesDreport on a series of studies about luxuries and happiness22（8分）If you believe in thermometers（温度计）,you should believe in global warming. An

20、d if you believe in eating fries with your burger, you should worry more about carbon emissions.It wont happen overnight, but as the planets climate changes, the growth cycles of main crops will all be heavily affected .Here are three of the crops that might not beat the heat.The potato actually nee

21、ds a great deal of beauty rest to develop properly. “They need a cool nighttime temperature in order to start growing the tuber, the part that we eat,” Nelson says.Temperature and altitude are two primary concerns in coffee growth, and farmers are stuck between a rock and a hard place. “We know that

22、 coffee grows in a certain temperature range,” Nelson says. “Theyve been moving up the mountains, but at some paint you run out of mountains to move up.” Higher-grade strains of Arabica coffee in Central American regions are at particular risk due to the need for lower growing temperature, especiall

23、y since diseases and pests are also becoming more of a factor as temperatures rise.Even if youre looking at the direct effects of temperature alone, rice is in trouble. “As nighttime temperatures go up ,the rice is going to have a problem flowering and wont make as many seeds,” Nelson says. In addit

24、ion to this direct heat consequence, rising sea levels will flood many rice fields and destroy water salinity levels, while droughts will lower production, raise prices, and further shame westerners who are too clumsy with chopsticks to be able to clear their plates once a new grain is adopted.1、Wha

25、t is the closest meaning to the underlined word “emissions” in Paragraph 1?AMixture. BPollution.CGoing down. DLetting off.2、What does the potatoes development need according to Nelson?AEnough water and salt. BCool temperature at night.CMuch sunshine and fresh air. DSudden rise of the temperature.3、T

26、he rice is difficult to flower, probably because_.Asea levels go up suddenly Bthe temperature rises at nightCmany seeds cant be produced Dboth temperature and altitude rise4、What is the best title for the text?AHow Does Global Warming Affect WesternersBHow Does The Cool Temperature Affect RideCWhat

27、Is The Real Reason For Crops GrowthDThree Crops That Wont Survive Minor Climate Changes23（8分）The First City You Should Visit Next YearIts about time to make travel plans for 2018, and the experts at Lonely Planet say one city should be first on your list.Seville, Spain took top honors in the travel

28、sites annual Best in Travel roundup(简报). Seville ranked first due to its relatively new network of biking paths and a set of special local activities related to the anniversary of legendary painter Bartolom Esteban Murillo. The city has also enjoyed some screen love lately. Seville was featured on “

29、Game of Thrones this year and will host the European Film Awards in 2018, making it a prime time to visit this brilliant historical hangout.Even if you dont stop by next year, Seville deserves a spot on your travel bucket list. The city is known for its rich history, superb architecture and authenti

30、c culture that includes plenty of tapas tasting and Flamenco dancing.Must-sees include Sevilles central cathedral(大教堂), a UNESCO world heritage(遗产)site. The Alczars palace and gardens were built over a 100-year span. Off the beaten track, you11 find charming neighborhoods, bars, markets and churches

31、 waiting for your exploration.USA Today,says its best to visit Seville in spring, when weather is warm and the city celebrates both the Easter Holy Week and its annual fair.1、44What do the underlined words “Game of Thrones in Paragraph 2 refer to?AAn activityBA TV seriesCA palaceDA painting2、46What

32、do we know about Seville from the third paragraph?AIts diverseBIts conservativeCIts fashionableDIts controversial3、48When is probably the best time to visit Seville?AJanuaryBAprilCSeptemberDNovember24（8分）For those concerned about wrinkly old skin, it might be a creative solution: an elastic(有弹性的) “s

33、econd skin” that can be smoothed on to make aged tissue look more youthful.The wearable film, developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), has shown promise in a series of small experiments where it was applied to wrinkles, under-eye bags and areas of dry skin. When applied to the f

34、ace or body, the thin, transparent layer sticks to the skin and supports the tissue, making it look and behave like younger skin, its producers claim.“What weve been able to do is create a cream that you can put on the skin, and then when its on the skin it can actually form, essentially, an elastic

35、 second skin,” said Bob Langer, who led the research. Tests in the lab found that the polymer film (高分子膜), which is only 70 thousandths of a millimeter thick, reduced the appearance of wrinkles and under-eye bags, and helped keep moisture (水分) in areas of dry skin.The layer is designed to be applied

36、 in the morning, then peeled off at night, In previous studies, the second skin withstood normal daily wear, and the stresses and strains of exercise and swimming, without falling off or causing irritation. It also survived exposure to rain.“Its something you can wear for a whole day or longer, depe

37、nding on the physical forces that get applied to the area where it is worn, said Daniel Anderson, who helped develop the product at MIT. “You cant tell youre wearing it.”While normal cosmetics can mask imperfections on the skin, the new coating changes the way skin behaves by giving it the elasticit

38、y of young skin. It was developed with help from two companies.1、According to the text, the “second skin” _.Awas developed by two companiesBhas not been tested by scientistsCis developed to remove under-eye bagsDis a transparent covering for the skin2、Compared with normal cosmetics, the new product

39、_.Acan make the skin appear youngerBcan fully mask imperfections on the skinCdoesnt cause any problems in the skinDmust be used in a more complicated way3、What can we learn from the Daniels words?AYou can recognize if people wear the “second skin.”BThe “second skin” should be peeled off at night.CHo

40、w long people can wear the layer varies.DThe product can provide skin with a lot of water.4、What is the main idea of the text?AMIT has made a breakthrough in cosmetics.BThe “second skin” helps renew ones youth.CMasks will soon become a thing of the past.DHow the “second skin” is used to improve skin

41、.25（10分）Flying HighBarrington Irving made his historic flight and founded an educational non-profit-making organization. His message for kids: “The only thing that separates you from scientists is determination, hard work and a strong liking for what you want to achieve.” The secret, he believes, is

42、 having a dream in the first place, and that starts with learning experiences that inspire kids to build careers.The moment of inspiration for Irving came at the age of 15 in his parents bookstore. One customer, a professional pilot, asked Irving if hed thought about becoming a pilot. “I told him I

43、didnt think I was smart enough; but the next day he took me to the cockpit (驾驶舱) of the commercial airplane he flew, and just like that I was hooked.”To follow his dream, Irving turned down a football scholarship to the University of Florida. He washed airplanes to earn money for a flight school and

44、 increased his flying skills by practising at home on a $40 flight simulator (模拟) video game. Then another dream took hold: flying alone around the world. He faced more than 50 rejections for sponsorship before convincing some companies to donate aircraft components. He took off with no weather rada

45、r, no de-icing system, and just $30 in his pocket. “I like to do things people say I cant do.”After 97 days, 26 stops and dozens of thunderstorms, he touched down to a cheering crowd in Miami. “It was seeing so many young people watching and listening that pushed me into giving back with my knowledg

46、e and experience.” Irving has been doing it ever since. He set up his non-profit-making organization, Experience Aviation (航空), aiming to increase the numbers of youth in aviation and science-related careers. Kids attend programmes dealing with hands-on robotics projects and flight simulator challen

47、ges.“We want to create chances for students to accomplish something amazing,” he notes. Perhaps Irvings most powerful educational tool is the example his own life provides. After landing his record-breaking flight at age 23, he said, “Everyone told me I was too young, that I didnt have enough experi

48、ence, strength, or knowledge. They told me it would take forever and Id never come home. Well . guess what?”1、According to Irving, what is the most important in achieving success?AMeeting people who provide unexpected help.BGetting a chance to study technical knowledge.CHaving something specific tha

49、t you want to accomplish.DDeveloping communication with different organizations.2、What Irving replied to the pilot in the bookstore suggested that _.Ahe felt embarrassed to refuse the offerBhe was doubtful about his own abilitiesChe knew his efforts would be rewardedDhe realized immediately how luck

50、y he was3、What can we learn about Irving in Paragraph 3?AHe chose to reduce his budget as low as possible.BHe was finally given enough money to keep going.CHe got the most useful flying tips from his video game.DHe took on a further challenge after he knew how to fly.4、Irving set up his non-profit-m

51、aking organization because _.Ahe hoped to become a public figureBhe expected to start a business in other fieldsChe saw there was great interest in what he was doingDhe thought he could teach more than flight schools could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2

52、6（30分）He drove after drinking alcohol, having a severe accident and had to get his arms removedSince then, he has had to _31_ on his younger brother, who became his shadow, never leaving him alone for years. Except for writing with his toes, he was totally unable to do _32_ else. As the two brothers

53、 grew up together, they had their own problems and would often _33_. Finally, his younger brother went away and lived _34_, leaving him heartbroken and at a loss what to do._35_, a misfortune befell（降临）a girl. One night she was preparing dinner when the kerosene light on the stove was overturned, _3

54、6_ in a fire which took her hands away. Having decidedly _37_ her sisters willingness to help her, she determined to be thoroughly _38_. At school, she always studied hardMost of all she learned to be self-reliant. “I am lucky. Though my _39_ are broken, my heart can still fly.” she wrote in her blo

55、g. One day, the young man and the girl were both invited to a（n）_40_ programme. The boy told the television hostess about his _41_ future, whereas the girl was full of _42_ for her life. They were both asked to write something on a piece of paper with their _43_. The boy: My younger brothers arms ar

56、e my arms. The girl: Broken wings, flying heart.They had both gone through the same ordeal（痛苦经历）, but their different _44_ 1 determined the nature of their lives. As seems the case, _45_ disasters can strike our life at any time. How you handle the _46_ when faced with it is the true _47_ of your ch

57、aracter. If you choose to _48_ or escape from the ordeal, it will follow you wherever you go. But if you decide to be strong, the _49_ will turn out to be a fortune on which new _50_will arise.1、AliveBstandCrelyDassist2、AsomethingBeverythingCnothingDanything3、AquarrelBshareCsupportDdislike4、Ahappily

58、BlonelyCseparatelyDdisappointedly5、AUnfortunatelyBUnexpectedlyCSimilarlyDNaturally6、AleadingBbringingCcausingDresulting7、Aturned toBturned downCturned offDturned against8、AaloneBfreeCindependentDsuccessful9、AarmsBwingsCdreamsDpromises10、AinterviewBradioCsportsDhealth11、AhopefulBuncertainCbrightDmise

59、rable12、AcalmnessBenthusiasmCpatienceDexcitement13、AhandsBstrengthCtoesDmouths14、AcharactersBdesiresCopinionsDattitudes15、AunexpectedBpassiveCroughDserious16、AemergencyBmisfortuneCdifficultyDaccident17、AtestBreflectionCdisplayDproblem18、AignoreBresistCcomplainDsuffer19、AproblemBresultCfailureDhardsh

60、ip20、AsolutionsBwaysCrewardsDhopes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）Something significant is happening to the world population-it is aging. The median(中位数的)age of an American in 1(be)30-today it is 41 and is expected2(increase)to 42 by 2050. For Japan, the3(number)are more str