云南省丽江县第三中学2022-2023学年高三第二次调研英语试卷含解析

1、2022-2023学年高考英语模拟试卷考生请注意：1答题前请将考场、试室号、座位号、考生号、姓名写在试卷密封线内，不得在试卷上作任何标记。2第一部分选择题每小题选出答案后，需将答案写在试卷指定的括号内，第二部分非选择题答案写在试卷题目指定的位置上。3考生必须保证答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1They intended to have the school better equipped， the local government was not able to get enough money to do so.Au

2、nless Bwhile Calthough Donce2You are subject to punishment if you fail to _ to the customs when carrying the prohibited articles listed above.Astate BdeclareCannounce Dcommunicate3During each NBA season, basketball fans cheer on their favorite teams to make _ through.Ait BthemCthat Dthose4The girl i

3、s sure to become a good actress _ she gets the right training.AuntilBifCalthoughDunless5Are you doing your homework？No, Im writing a short playIt _ at the Christmas partyAwill be put onBwill put onCputs onDis put on6_ the opportunity to speak at the graduation ceremony made me overjoyed.AOfferingBOf

4、feredCTo offerDBeing offered7Mum，look at my shoesI need a new pair_I bought them for you only a week ago!AYou bet BYou said itCYou dont say DYou name it8When did you get to know your girlfriend?It was in 2015 _ she was working as a volunteer in Africa.AthatBwhichCwhenDthen9_ annoys the teacher most

5、is that all the students are too quiet in class.AWhat BThatCWhen DWho10If the traffic so heavy, I could have been back by 6 oclock.Ahadnt beenBwasntCcouldnt beDhasnt been11 Can I pay the bill by check? Sorry, sir. According to the rules of our hotel, the payment _ be made in cash.Ashall BneedCwill D

6、can12（2018海淀二模）This view is common _ all sections of the community.Aacross BaboveCaround Dalong13_ every year, many people do not hold a high opinion of the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, it has become a somewhat necessary part of the festival. AAs BTherefore CWhile DSince 14David didnt attend his daugh

7、ters graduation ceremony, but he does wish he there.Ashould beBwould beChad beenDwere15The deal， next week，will allow Charney to make a great fortune in the stock market.AcompletedBbeing completedCto be completedDhaving been completed16It was considerate _ you not to play the piano while I was aslee

8、p.AofBforCtoDfrom17The part in the film the man broke down the door made some of the audience give a cry.AwhichBwhoCwhereDwhom18The old road is indeed less direct and a bit longer. We wont take the new one, _, as we dont feel safe on it.Asomehow Botherwise Ctherefore Dthough19Im interested in a blue

9、 dress. Do you have any _?AconvenientBavailableCpossibleDpersonal20_ some leaders and scientists have praised Chinas achievement in space technology, others regard Chinas progress as a threat.AUnlessBOnceCEven thoughDNow that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）Scientists think the

10、y have answered a mystery: How some ocean creatures got so huge so quickly.A few million years ago, the largest whales, averaged about 15 feet long. Then seemingly overnight, one type of whale, the toothless baleen whale（须鲸类）became huge. Modern blue whales get as big as 100 feet. Nicholas Pyenson of

11、 the Smithsonian Natural History Museum said, “Why is that?” ”It happened in the glance of an evolutionary eye, which makes it harder to figure out what happened,” said Graham Slater, lead author of the study. Their study has suggested an answer: Ice ages in the last 3 to 5 million years started it,

12、 changing the oceans and food supply for whales.The researchers used fossil records of the smaller whales to create a family tree for baleen whales which include blue whales, humpbacks and right whales. Using computer simulations（模拟）and knowledge about how evolution works, they concluded that when t

13、he size changes started, the poles got colder, ice expanded and the water circulation in the oceans changed and winds shifted, Slater and Pyenson said cold water went deep and moved closer to the equator(赤道）and then eventually moved back up with small fish and other small animals that whales eat.Bal

14、een whale, which have no teeth, feed by eating huge amounts of fish they capture. Toothed whales, like sperm whales (抹香鲸), hunt individual fish, so the ocean chants that made food less evenly spread out didnt affect them as much. But baleen whales hunt schools of fish.Olivier Lambert at the Royal Be

15、lgian Institute of Natural Sciences calls it “a really convincing situation”. But he said the lack of fossils in certain time periods is an issue. As oceans warm from man-made climate change, the seas will be more like it was when the whales smaller and they will have a more difficult time surviving

16、.1、What does the author mean by “It happened in the glance of an evolutionary eye” in the second paragraph?AThe change of baleen whales happened too quickly.BThe change of baleen whales was too difficult to explore.CResearchers paid little attention to the change of baleen whales.DResearchers though

17、t the change of baleen whales was unimportant.2、What played the key role in baleen whales becoming huge?AMan-made climate change.BIts eating a huge amount of fish.CThe water circulation in the oceans.DThe increase of food supply for whales.3、What do we know about sperm whales and blue whales accordi

18、ng to the text?ASperm whales eat more food.BBlue whaler live much longer.CSperm whales prefer to hunt schools of fish.DBlue whales usually swallow schools of fish.4、What can we infer from the last paragraph?AThere are no whale fossils now.BThe whales may become even bigger.CGlobal warming has threat

19、ened the whales.DOlivier Lamber thinks the study is perfect.22（8分）Suppose you work in a big firm and find English very important for your job because you often deal with foreign businessmen. Now you are looking for a place where you can improve your English, especially your spoken English.Here are s

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27、y prefer to go to the International House because it _.Aoffers free sightseeing and social activitiesBhas a special course in spoken EnglishCcosts less than the other schoolsDhas native English teachers4、If you take the evening programme at the International House, you will pay about _.A60 yuanB240

28、yuanC71 yuanD960 yuan23（8分）On Remembrance Day members of the armed forces (soldiers, sailors and airmen) are commemorated (纪念).The other common name for this day is Armistice Day which marks the date and time when armies stopped fighting World War , on November 11th at 11am in 1918 (the eleventh hou

29、r of the eleventh day of the eleventh month). Some 100,000 Canadian soldiers died in the First and Second World Wars.In Canada, Remembrance Day is a federal statutory (法定的) holiday with a notable exception of Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario and Quebec as it is in many other countries in

30、the world where this day is observed on the national level.All government buildings fly the Canadian flag this day and people remember those who fought for Canada during a two-minute silence at 11am. Many people wear poppies before and on Remembrance Day to show their respect and support for Canadia

31、n troops. Poppies are generally handed out free but often a voluntary donation is given in exchange.In the United States this day is called Veterans Day and is also observed on November 11th.Should Remembrance Day be a state holiday in every province?We continue to receive lots of messages from peop

32、le all over the country who are outraged (气愤的) why Remembrance Day is not a state holiday everywhere in Canada. Indeed, it would make sense to make this a state holiday in every province and territory even in Ontario. But not everyone agrees. Send us your thoughts about this issue in the comment are

33、a near the bottom of this page.Recently we received a comment from Jason and would like to post it on this page because we think that Jason makes a very good point in his message:“Please DO NOT make Remembrance Day a statutory holiday in Ontario. Family Day is a much more appreciated break for famil

34、ies in the heart of the long cold depressing winter. Remembrance Day is better observed in a ceremony at your school, community centre or place of work.”1、What can be learned about Remembrance Day?AIt was established on November 11th, 1918.BIt is also referred to as Armistice Day.CIt is not observed

35、 on the same day as Veterans Day.DIt is held in memory of American soldiers that died in two world wars.2、What usually take place to mark Remembrance Day in Canada?AThe Canadian flag will appear on all buildings.BPeople hold a two-minute silence at 12 am.CAll people wear poppies just on the day.DPop

36、pies are often offered in exchange for some donation.3、Why is Jasons comment posted based on the text?AThere is something in what he said about the issue.BNot everyone agrees to have Remembrance Day.CTo collect peoples different views on the issue.DTo show Family Day is appreciated in Ontario.4、Wher

37、e is this passage most likely taken from?AThe Internet. BThe magazine.CThe newspaper. DThe history book.24（8分）The highest beef prices in almost three decades have arrived just before the start of the hot season, causing a great shock to both consumers and restaurant ownersand relief isnt likely anyt

38、ime soon. A decreasing number of cattle and growing export demand from countries such as China and Japan have caused the average price of fresh beef to climb to $5.28 a pound in February, up almost a quarter from January and the highest price since 1987.Everything thats produced is being consumed, s

39、aid Kevin Good, an analyst at CattleFax, a Colorado-based information group. Prices will likely stay high for a couple of years as cattle producers start to rebuild their cattle among big questions about whether the Southwest and parts of the Midwest will see enough rain to water the grass.I quit bu

40、ying steaks a while ago when the price went up, said 59-year-old Len Markham, who works at Texas Tech. She says she limits red meat purchases to hamburger, choosing chicken, pork and fish instead.Restaurant owners, too, must deal with the high prices. Mark Hutchens, owner of the 50 Yard Line Steakho

41、use in Lubbock, raised his menu prices for beef items by about 5 percent in November. Since then, the owner of the small eating house has tried to make cuts elsewhere to avoid passing it on to customers. It really puts more pressure on the small guys, he said of non-chain restaurants. I just think y

42、ou have to stay competitive and keep your costs low.“White-tablecloth restaurants have adjusted the size of their steaks, making them thinner”, says Jim Robb, director of the Colorado-based Livestock Marketing Information Center. “And fast-food restaurants are cutting costs by reducing the number of

43、 menu items and are offering other meat options, including turkey burgers, Robb said. Chain restaurants also try to buy beef as much as they can, which essentially gives them a discount”, Iowa State University assistant economics professor Lee Schulz said.The high prices are welcome news for at leas

44、t one group: ranchers(大农场经营者), especially those in Texas who for years have struggled amid drought（干旱） and high feed prices. But even as ranchers breathe a sigh of relief, some worry lasting high prices will cause consumers to permanently change their buying habits switching to chicken or pork. Pete

45、 Bonds, a 62-year-old Texas rancher and president of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, said thats a big concern. “But such fears may be unfounded, Robb said. “Three years ago, economists thought consumers would start finding substitutions for beef as the drought spread. Were sur

46、prised we havent seen more of that, he said.South Dakota rancher Chuck OConnor thinks that consumers wont abandon beef for good. Im sure some are maybe going to cut back some, but to say that people arent going to buy it anymore, I dont think thats going to happen, he said, adding, I hope not.1、The

47、price of beef has increased because _.Athere is a growing demand of fresh beef among AmericansBcattle producers have succeeded in raising a new type of cattleCthere is a lack of rain and the export of beef is increasingDranchers have found ways to deal with high feed prices2、Which method is NOT used

48、 by restaurant owners to deal with the high beef prices?AThey have made the steaks smaller than before.BThey have increased the prices of beef-related dishes.CThey have made hamburgers with many other kinds of meat.DThey have sought discount by purchasing large amounts of beef.3、Jim Robb gives an ex

49、ample in the sixth paragraph in order to _.Atell people that it is a tough job to look for substitutions for beefBshow his fear that chicken or pork may be an alternative to beefCexplain that customers wont change their buying habits completelyDindicate that ranchers may be least affected by the hig

50、h beef prices25（10分）Community Service AwardWhat do you do make your community a better place?How has volunteering changed you and he way you view he world?Write an essay describing your experiences and be recognized for all that you do.You can also give a description of the special person you meet d

51、uring your volunteering and youll always remember and give him/her the chance to be recognized in a national magazine,Teen Ink!PrizesEach year at least two teens are honored for outstanding service to their community by Teen Ink.Contest winners receive $100 for their favorite charity and a copy of t

52、he magazine featuring their winning essay.Plus,theyll have the opportunity to choose from an exciting selection of Teen Ink merchandise（商品）clothing and other itemsavailable only from Teen Ink.GuidelinesTeen Ink will only consider original essays written by teens.Essays should be between 150 and 1,00

53、0 words.Share a moving experience.Tell us about someone special you met through volunteer work.Describe what you do and why its important to you.Give examples and remember to use as much detail as possible.For more suggestions on how to write a winning essay,see our Community Service Writing Tips.Su

54、bmit entries through our website.All community service-related pieces submitted to Teen Ink are automatically considered for the contest.See our submission guidelines for more information.DeadlinesThere are no deadlines for this contest.Entries are considered for publication in Teen Ink magazine and

55、 online throughout the year.Winners will be announced after the June issue is published.Heres how you can reach us:Our mailing address: Teen In box 30 Newton,Ma 02461Phone number: (617) 964-6800.Main email address:EditorTeenIsubmissionsTeenISubscriptionsTeenI1、Who can have the chance to win Communit

56、y Service Award?AVolunteers for the community service.BSpecial people organizing the contest.CAll the readers of a national magazine.DSomebody viewing the world differently.2、What can we know about the awards from the text?AThe awards are randomly distributed.BThe awards are offered by the magazine.

57、CWinners can get a copy of the magazine every year.DThe merchandise in Teen Ink is only available to the winners.3、What is the requirement of the essay for the contest?AIt should be originally written by teens in England.BIt should tell readers a special volunteer.CIt should give examples and detail

58、s.DIt should be submitted before June.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）第三节 完形填空：（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,然后从21-40各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。A young student was one day taking a walk with a professor, who was commonly 21 the students friend.

59、 As they went 22 , they saw lying in the path a pair of old 1 , which they supposed to belong to a poor man who was employed in a 24 close by. The student saying, “Lets play the man a 25 : We will hide his shoes, and 2 ourselves behind those bushes, and wait to see his 27 when he cannot find them.”“

60、 My young friend,” answered the professor, “we should never 28 ourselves at the 29 of the poor. But you are 3 , and may give yourself a much greater 31 the poor man. Put a coin into each shoe, and then we will hide ourselves and 32 how the discovery affects him.” The student did so, and they both pl