2020-2021学年上期永定一中高三第二次月考英语试题

1、2021-2021学年上学期永定一中高三第二次阶段测评英语试题（总分值150分,考试时间120分钟）第一局部 听力（共两节，总分值30分）第一节（共5小题；每题1.5分，总分值7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选 项中选出最正确选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10 秒钟的时间来答复有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。Who probably knows Mr. Johnsons address?C. Vera.A. Jim.B. Joe.C. Vera.Where will the woman probably go next?To

2、 the library.To the professors office.To the grocery store.Why does the woman apologize to the man?She forgot to bring the book.She brought the wrong book.She cant find the book.What prevented the woman from sleeping well?A. The coffee.B. The exam stress.C. The noise.A. The coffee.B. The exam stress

3、.C. The noise.What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A robot.B. A restaurant.C. A dish.A. A robot.B. A restaurant.C. A dish.C. Strangers.C. Legal.C. The hotel receptionist.C. Strangers.C. Legal.C. The hotel receptionist.第二节（共15小题；每题1. 5分，总分值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

4、正确选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白 前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每题5秒钟；听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答 时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，答复第6、7题。Whats the relationship between the speakers?A. Husband and wife. B. Neighbors.What does the man think of his action?A. Unnecessary.B. Dangerous.听第7段材料，答复第8-10题。Who is the man probably talking to?A. The laundry

5、staff. B. The waitress.Whats the man going to do?filled with responsibility. Most of all, he helped me51 the complex, not stay awayfrom it because of my fear for the unknown. 152a lot from talking with the elderly stranger.A few days later, he emailed me, saying, I think you5re53for great things no

6、matter what you decide to do. The email was filled with words of 54. Ina few hours a stranger showed me a sense of kindness that made me realize that life is sometimes55but it is going to be okay.A. check B. believe C. excuse D. noticeA. conversation B. explanationC. introduction D. competitionA. in

7、terruptedB. controlledC. affected D. createdA. searched B. demandedC. shared D. reviewedA. sorry B. anxiousC. curiousD. afraidA. puzzledB. amazedC. botheredD. disappointedA. push B. inviteC. treat D. admitA. raisingB. droppingC. nodding D. turningA. regret B. changeC. desireD. fearA. prepare B. deve

8、lopC. question D. approveA. seize B. ignoreC. identify D. acceptA. benefitedB. increasedC. suffered D. experiencedA. leaving B. headingC. watching D. caringA. admirationB. protectionC. encouragementD. descriptionA. painful B. normalC. stableD. serious 第二节共10小题；每题1.5分，总分值15分阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容1个单词)或括号

9、内单词的正 确形式。“Going off to college“ is a milestone in any young adults life. The phrase often conjures up(使想起)images of independence, exposure to new perspectives, knowledge, and 56( possible ) even one or more sips of alcohol.In America, however, few people use the phrase “going off to university” . I

10、s there any difference between university，/ 57 “college ?While university appears to be the older of the two terms. 58 (date) back to the 13th century, schools and students in North America use “college“ to describe most places of higher learning. A college is typically afour-year school that 59( of

11、fer) undergraduate degrees.Universities, 60 the other hand, tend to offer both undergraduate and graduate programs. However, an institution that fits the criteria of a university mightchoose to call 61( it) a college. People tend to think a university isharder 62(get) into but its not always the cas

12、e. In some colleges,63( apply ) are asked of more than universities.In the UK, students go off to university instead of “college” . The Britishversion of college is typically a two-year program 64 students either focus on learning one particular skill set or use the time to prepare for 65 (exam) so

13、that they can advance to university.第四局部 写作（共两节，总分值40分） 第一节总分值15分）假定你校正在开展“铲除陋习、创立文明校园活动。请你以此为主题用英 语写一篇发言稿，向全校学生建议：.铲除：乱扔垃圾、浪费食物、吸烟.提倡：讲礼貌、互助注意：.词数80个左右；.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；.开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。Dear friends,As is known to all, our school is launching a campaign against bad habits in order to build a civi

14、lized campus.Thats all. Thank you!第二节（总分值25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完 整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。Jatin and his younger sister, Neha, lived with their parents in a poor neighborhood. Their mother was very sick and their father was struggling to find a job, and they had only a little money with which t

15、o buy food. As they had not paid the rent for several months, the landlord was breathing down their necks (盯着他 们).One day, Jatin took Nehas shoes to a shoe repairman to be fixed, but he lost them on the way home. It wasnt until he got home that he realized he had lost the shoes. He was afraid that h

16、is parents would be angry and disappointed, so he begged his sister to keep it secret. Neha agreed and the two decided to share Jatins running shoes. Nehas school hours were in the morning, so she would wear them first. After school, she would rush back and give them to Jatin. He could then run to h

17、is school, which began in the afternoon. Although he ran as fast as he could, Jatin often arrived late and was warned by the school.A long distance race was going to be held for the boys in the city. When Jatin learned that the third prize was a new pair of shoes, he decided to take part. He ran hom

18、e excitedly and promised his sister that he would win her the new shoes.The day of race arrived. Jatin had a strong start, but halfway through the race he began to get tired and his legs began to ache. Getting more and more exhausted he thought only of Neha and his promise to her. Dreaming of the ne

19、w shoes he would win for his sister gave him strength, and he stayed right behind the two fastest runners, determined to finish third. Suddenly, as the finish line drew near, another runner collided（碰撞）with Jatin from behind and Jatin crashed to the ground.Jatin looked up and he saw the other boys r

20、ushing ahead.Filledwith pleasure, Jatin walked home in no time.C. Pick up his friends.C. On Saturday.C. Pick up his friends.C. On Saturday.C. Enthusiastic.A. Go fishing.B. Clean his room.When will the clothes be returned?A. On Thursday.B. On Friday.听第8段材料，答复第1113题。Whats the womans original plan fbr

21、tonight?Studying for an exam.Having a good rest.Attending a birthday party.When will the woman probably arrive home?At around 10:30 p.m.At around 11:00 p.m.At around 11:30 p.m.How does the man sound?A. Disappointed.B. Anxious.听第9段材料，答复第1417题。Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a b

22、ookstore.In a classroom.At the mans place.What does the woman say about John Grisham?He knows a lot about the legal system.His books arent very entertaining.His writing style is always the same.What is the mans major?A. Education.B. Law.C. Psychology.What will the woman probably do next?A. Meet her

23、mother.B. Attend a class.C. Buy a book.听第10段材料，答复第1820题。What did the whale die from?A. Injuries.B. Water pollution.C. Disease.Whats one way to solve the problem according to the speaker?To reduce the number of ships.To close the routes of ships.To lower the speed of ships.Whats the speakers attitude

24、 towards Andres work?A. Disapproving.B. Positive.C. Doubtful.第二局部阅读理解共两节，总分值50分）第一节共15小题；每题2.5分，总分值分）阅读以下短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出最正确选项。AIn Washington, Virginia and Maryland, the final months of the year have many festivals. Whether youre into a theater environment, medieval times or a bookfestival, t

25、heres an event for you.Maryland Renaissance FestivalThe festival features 12 stages and hundreds of costumed actors offering entertainment such as music and theater performances, sword swallowing and a human chess match.Temple Hall Corn Maize and Fall Festival in VirginiaThe 286-acre farm offers a l

26、ot of family-friendly entertainment, including pig races, farm animals and camel riders grab seasonal goods at the farmers9market, take part in the corn harvest, and hear live bluegrass and folk music.Baltimore Book Festival in MarylandThis three-day fair features talks and book signings from more t

27、han 275 locally and nationally known authors, including Alice McDermott and Andre DubsIII. The festival also includes live music and literary hands-on projects for kids.Kids Euro Festival in WashingtonHeres a chance to celebrate and experience European arts and cultures, no passports required. Twent

28、y-eight European countries will be represented during the multicultural childrens event, which features more than 200 performances and workshops. The festival is for children aged 2 to 12, librarians and educators. Activities include puppet（木偶）shows, cooking and theater workshops. It really brings E

29、urope to the children, “ said organizer Sandi Auman.If youre interested in dangerous performances, which festival should you go to?A. Kids Euro Festival. B. Temple Hall Corn Maize and Fall Festival.C. Baltimore Book Festival. D. Maryland Renaissance Festival.What do the Baltimore Book Festival and t

30、he Kids Euro Festival have in common?They both feature European cultures.They both have activities intended for kids.They both invite famous writers to give lectures.They both have wonderful theater performances.What is the purpose of this text?To introduce some festivals for people to enjoy.To comp

31、are different features of some festivals.To explain the benefits of enjoying festivals.To tell people how to spend their free time.BEleven-year-old Ruby Kate Chitsey loves asking the questionlf you could have any three things, what would you want?at nursing homes in Harrison. Even more amazing, she

32、then sets out to make the residents （住户）who live in the nursing home realize their dreams.Last May, Ruby Kate noticed a resident named Pearl staring out a window. She seemed sad. What are you looking at? Ruby Kate asked. Pearl said her dog was led away by his new owner because she couldnt afford to

33、raise it. Ruby Kate and her mother, Amanda, asked around and discovered that many nursing home residents are unable to afford even the smallest luxuries. So Ruby Kate decided to do something about it.She started by asking residents what three things they wanted most in the world. Amanda worried that

34、 people would ask for cars and other things an 11 -year-old wouldnt be able to provide . Instead, they asked for chocolate bars, McDonald fries, pants that fits properly and even just prayer. Using their own money, the Chitseys granted the wishes of about 100 people in three months. Then they starte

35、d asking for donations.The good people of Harrison responded enthusiastically, so much so that Amanda set up a GoFundMe page, Three Wishes for Rubys Residents, hoping to collect $5,000. They hit their goal in a month. After GoFundMe named Ruby Kate a Kid Hero and promoted her story internationally t

36、his past January, Three Wishes raised $20,000 in 24 hours and more than $250,000 in five months.Earlier this year, Three Wishes for Rubys Residents became a nonprofit and launched its first nationwide chapters. Ruby Kate doesnt plan to stop there. I consider kindness to be my hobby,“ she says,“and I

37、m very good at it.”What inspired Ruby Kate to help residents at nursing homes?A.Her experience of working in a nursing home.Many nursing home residents5 lack of luxuries.The kindness of residents at nursing homes.Pearls sadness for missing her dog.What can we learn from the text?A. The Chitseys help

38、ed satisfy the residents5 wishes.B.Three Wishes has set up its worldwide branches.C.The nursing home introduced Rubys story around the world.D. The Chitseys are wealthy enough to afford all residents9 wishes.What do the numbers listed in Paragraph 4 indicate?A.Ruby Kate was generous.B.People were su

39、pportive.C Raising money was quite easy. D.The programme was profitable.Which of the following can best describe Ruby Kate?A .Proud and enthusiastic.B.Creative and imaginative.C. Warm-hearted and selfless. D.Ambitious and modest.cNew South Wales, Australia, is setting up cameras as part of an effort

40、 to reduce the number ofpeople preoccupied with wireless devices while they drive. It will be the first area in the world to use the technology to punish drivers distracted （分心） with telephone calls, social media or text messages.Road Safety experts are concerned about the growing number of accident

41、s involving drivers using smart phones on the states roads. They say drivers who use phones while driving greatlyincrease their chances of being involved in an accident.The New South Wales government plans to place 45 Mobile Phone Detection Cameras acrossthe state by December. Each phone detection u

42、nit contains two cameras. One camera takes pictures of a vehicles registration plate （牌照）.A second camera looks through the front windrow of a car or truck to see what drivers are doing with their hands.The units use artificial intelligence to set aside drivers who are not touching their phones. Hum

43、an beings then confirm if the pictures show illegal behavior before notice is sent to the vehicles registered owner. A violation（违反）carries fine of $232. Some cameras will be permanently set up on roadsides. Others will be moved, from time to time, around the state.Two fixed cameras took photographs

44、 of 8.5 million vehicles as part of a six-month test earlier this year. The cameras took photos of more than 100,000 drivers with their hands on phones. One driver was using a phone and another electronic device, an Apple iPad, at the same time. Another driver had a passenger guide the vehicle while

45、 they both held phones, the state government said.Whatis the real purpose to set up cameras in New South Wale?A. To force drivers to focus more on driving.B.To find illegal behavior of the drivers.C. To promote the latest technology.D.To keep records of the accidents.What can we infer from the road

46、safety experts?Smart-phones are main killers on the road.All accidents result from drivers using cell-phones.C.Measures are badly needed to ban using phones while driving.D. Carrying a smart-phone while driving will cause an accident.How does the phone detection unit function effectively?It corrects

47、 the drivers9wrong behavior.It has twocameras to record the plates.C.It sends a notice to the legal driver autonomously.D.Itcombines artificial intelligence with humans efforts.What did a six-month test show?Alt was commonto be busy with two wireless devices.y drivers usedelectronic devices while dr

48、iving.Many passengers helped operate the vehicles.Electronic devices could help drivers indeed.DBEIJING/SAO PAULO-Chinese traditions like cockfighting, kite-flying and fireworks have been quite common in Brazil for many years.Despite the thousands of kilometers between them, Chinas historical and ar

49、tistic mark on Brazil has existed for about 300 years, said Brazilian sinologist （汉 学家)Jose Roberto Teixeira Leite in his book China in Brazil. Influences from China can date from the colonial period, even up to the time after Brazils independence/7The commercial relationship between the two countri

50、es has existed for a long time, he noted, adding that incoming ships would fill up Brazilian cities like Salvador, Rio de Janeiro and Recife with Chinese products like porcelain瓷器), silk and fans He also found Chinese influence not only in the arts and architecture of Brazil but also in the most div

51、erse areas of Brazilian society, like the economy, medicine and popular culture. At the end of the 19th century, in Pernambuco, (a state in northeastern Brazil), there was a custom that children slept with clothes decorated with Chinese dragons. Teixeira added.The book took him about 15 years to fin

52、ish. The impact of the book surprised me, though itwas published by a university publisher and it had a print run of just 1,000 copies/ he said. Somehave said that the book represents a turning point in Chinese studies in Brazil. Besides, the sinologist did research on the mark and presence of China

53、 in the architecture andarts of Brazil. It was through art that China awoke in me, first, curiosity, after that, interest, andfinally, passion,“ Teixeira said.In 1992, the sinologist visited Macao to do research for his doctoral thesis about the marks and presence of China in Brazil, and that trip i

54、mpressed him a lot. In 2021, Teixeira had a chance to visit the Chinese cities of Bejing, Shenzhen and Shanghai, and got to know “the past and present of the great country culturally, as well as its incredible material development.z/What does the underlined sentence in the third paragraph imply?The

55、development of China-Brazil frequent trade cooperation.Chinas influence on most diverse areas of Brazilian society.C.A further understanding of the cultures of the two countries.D. Brazilian childrens love for dragons as Chinese children.What marks a new stage of Chinese studies for Brazilian?A. Chi

56、ldrens porcelain.C. The siniogists traveling.he sinologists book.What fired the sinologists passion for Chinese studies?A.Chinese art/s development.C.The history of China.D.Chinese customs.What is the best title for this text?hina and Brazil in Eyes of SinologistThe Impression of China on Sinologist

57、.An Introduction to Sinologists New BookThe Future of China-Brazil Trade Relations第二节共5小题；每题阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最正确选项。选 项中有两项为多余选项。To help you understand what 5G is, and what it means to you, weve put together a handy guide here.What is 5G?36At its most basic level, 5G will be used to make call

58、s, send texts, and to simply get online. But its going to be significantly faster than previous generations, and could open the door up to a range of exciting new uses.375G will use new higher radio frequencies to send out data, which are less cluttered （挤的）and carry information much faster. While t

59、hese higher bands are faster, they donft carry information as far. Thats to say, smaller multiple input and output antennas （天线）will be used, promoting both signals and capacity （容量）.38Why is it better than 4G?5G is expected to be faster than 4G with some firms claiming it could be as much as 100 ti

60、mes quicker. The fastest 4G networks can deliver peak download speeds of around 300 Mbit/s. 391n real life, this could allow you to download a full HD film in less than 10 seconds!40It means there will be very little if any delay when you carry out tasks on a device. While this will help improve thi