2022-2023学年福建省连城一中高考冲刺英语模拟试题含解析

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）1Young couples will be happy to see their babies _ with good health and intelligence when they are born.Ato blessBbl

2、essingCblessedDbeing blessed2The young man who was expected to _ his fathers company, made an unusual decision that he would start his own business.Ahand overBthink overCgo overDtake over3These diagrams are especially helpful when we have a concrete problem _ at hand.Abe solved Bto solve Csolved Dbe

3、ing solved4The house _ I live in is very small.A that B whom C when D what5My computer is out of function again.You need to go to the customer service center and have it _.Ato repair BrepairCrepairing Drepaired6The national park has a large collection of wildlife, _ from butterflies to elephants.Ato

4、 rangeBrangeCrangingDranged7 What does the sign over there read? “No person _ smoke or carry a lighted cigarette, cigar or pipe in this area.”AwillBshallCmayDmust8Right now, lots of people search for products on the Internet but still buy them at stores. Internet shopping will really _ when people a

5、re sure that it is safe.Aset upBset offCtake offDtake up9So absorbed _ in her yoga exercises that she took no notice of the heavy rain outside.AMary wasBMary has beenCwas MaryDhas Mary been10A scientists attempt to produce the worlds first gene-edited babies _ are immune to HIV has sparked controver

6、sy in academia and the public.AasBwhoCwhomDwhose11Please call my secretary to arrange a meeting this afternoon，or_ it is convenient to you.AwhereverBhoweverCwhicheverDwhenever12Take the medicine right away! _ it yesterday, you would be quite all right now.AHad you takenBWould you takeCShould you tak

7、eDWere you to take13When caught _ in the exam, he begged for the teachers pardon and tried _ punishment.Acheating; escaping Bto be cheating; to escapeCcheating; to escape Dto be cheating; escaping14Irene, do you really want to go out?It may rain. _, I will go out; I dont mind the rain.AAnyhowBOtherw

8、iseCSomehowDTherefore15What made them miss the deadline was not their lack of funding, but _ their lack of planning.AevenBstillCratherDever16Visit the old man this afternoon？If you _，make sure you wear sunscreens to protect your skin.AmustBcanCmayDshall17I had hardly rung the bell _ the door was ope

9、ned suddenly, and my son rushed out to greet me.Abefore BuntilCas Dsince18 May I go out to play basketball, Mum?_ Do what you like.AGo ahead!BYouve got it.CIts your turn.DNot at all!19 Where is Gary? He is at the library studying for his German test on Wednesday. In fact, he _ for the test every day

10、 over the past week.Ahas reviewed Bwas reviewingChas been reviewing Dhad been reviewing20What do you think of your preparations for the final exams?Not so good. Actually I feel like _ for Ive made little progress in Maths.ADaniel in the lions denBAchilles heelCa good SamaritanDa sacred cow第二部分 阅读理解（

11、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） Alibaba Cloud and the Hangzhou city government announced the launch of ET City Brain 2.0, a cloudpowered and Al-driven urban traffic-management system that aims to increase the citys efficiency.After over two years of testing in Alibabas home base, ET Ci

12、ty Brain has become the new infrastructure (基础设施) for Hangzhou, with a total coverage of 420 square kilometers in area, including over 1,300 traffic lights. Over 200 traffic officers are connected via mobile phones, enabling them to receive real-time alerts on any traffic-related emergencies.In vers

13、ion 2.0, the system will optimize the citys firefighting abilities by providing key information to firefighters, such as water pressure, the number and position of fire hydrants (消防栓) in a given area, the location of gas pipes and other details they need to know. The information is instant, making t

14、he entire firefighting process faster, safer and more accurate.City Brain gives meaning to data. By using AI and advanced algorithms (计算程序), City Brain is able to analyze a large amount of data and turn them into useful information in real-time speed.As a result of City Brains ability to predict tra

15、ffic flow, detect accidents and provide instant feedback, Hangzhou has dropped from 5th to the 57th on the list of Chinas most congested cities. Hangzhou is probably the only city that can tell you how many cars are on the street at any given time.In the case of medical emergencies, City Brain is ab

16、le to change traffic lights, so emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks can head to the scene without interruption, accelerating their arrival time by 49%.Dr. Wang Jian, the head of Alibabas Technology Steering Committee who invented the term “City Brain”, said the system is designed to e

17、mpower a city to act quickly and directly. It is more than just about traffic management. Its really about how to make city more livable at a time of shrinking natural resources around the globe. “It is a matter of sustainability, while using as little natural resources as possible,” Wang said, “Thi

18、s is just the beginning.”1、What benefit will ET City Brain bring?ALower crime rates.BEfficient government.CLess traffic congestion.DImproved medical care.2、Which of the following functions of the city Brain is NOT mentioned in the text?APredicting traffic flow.BGiving quick feedback.CChanging traffi

19、c lights.DHandling traffic accidents.3、Which of the following best explains “optimize” in paragraph 3?ABetter.BPractise.COperate.DEmphasize.4、What can we conclude from the last paragraph?AET City Brain 2.0 is a mature version.BAlibaba targets environmentally-friendly development.CThe government is d

20、evoted to improving the system.DThe system can solve the problem of lack of resources.22（8分）Wouldnt it be wonderful to travel to a foreign country without having to worry about the headache of communicating in a different language?In a recent Wall Street Journal article, technology policy expert Ale

21、c Ross argued that, within a decade or so, well be able to communicate with one another via small earpieces with built-in microphones. Thats because technological progress is extremely rapid. Its only a matter of time. Indeed, some parents are so convinced that this technology is imminent that theyr

22、e wondering if their kids should even learn a second language.Its true that an increase in the quantity and accuracy of the data loaded into computers will make them cleverer at translating “No es bueno dormir mucho” as “It s not good to sleep too much.” Replacing a word with its equivalent (同义词) in

23、 the target language is actually the “easy part” of a translators job. But even this seems to be a discouraging task for computers.Its so difficult for computers because translation doesntor shouldntinvolve simply translating words, sentences or paragraphs. Rather, its about translating meaning. And

24、 in order to infer meaning from a specific expression, humans have to interpret a mass of information at the same time.Think about all the related clues that go into understanding an expression: volume, gesture, situation, and even your culture. All are likely to convey as much meaning as the words

25、you use.Therefore, we should be very skeptical of a machine that is unable to interpret the world around us. If people from different cultures can offend each other without realizing it, how can we expect a machine to do better? Unless engineers actually find a way to breathe a soul into a computer,

26、 undoubtedly when it comes to conveying and interpreting meaning using a natural language, a machine will never fully take our place.1、What does the underlined word “imminent” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?AReady. BApproaching.CHelpful. DAdvanced.2、Why is it hard for computers to replace a word with

27、its equivalent?ATheir data is not adequate enough.BThe real meaning of words can vary.CTheir accuracy needs big improvement.DA soul hasnt been breathed in them.3、What view does the author hold about translation?AProper translation can be tough for humans.BSlight distinctions matter little in transla

28、tion.CSome machines will interpret our world properly.DCultures deserve more attention than words used.4、What is the best title for the text?AAn Experts P Its so difficult for computers because translation doesntor recise PredictionBThe Complexity of TranslationCWho Will Be a Better TranslatorDWill

29、Language Barrier Actually Fall5、What is the authors attitude to the modern technology?AUnclear. BObjective.COptimistic. DNegative.23（8分）Eco-Resort ManagementEcotourism is often regarded as a form of nature-based tourism and has become an important alternative source of tourists. In addition to provi

30、ding the traditional resort-leisure product, it has been argued that ecotourism resort(度假村) management should have a particular focus on best-practice environmental management. Couran Cove Resort is such a tourist attraction located on South Stradbroke Island, Australia.Sustainable(可持续的) Practices o

31、f Couran Cove ResortSouth Stradbroke Island is separated from the mainland by the Broadwater, which is home to a wide range of plant communities. Located on the offshore island, the Resort is only accessible by means of water transportation. It provides hourly ferry service from the harbour on the m

32、ainland to and from the island. Within the Resort, transport modes include walking trails, bicycle tracks and the beach train. The reception area is the counter of the shop which has not changed in 8 years at least. The accommodation is an octagonal(八角形的) building. These are large rooms that are cle

33、an but the equipment is old and in some cases just working. The ceiling fan only works at high speed for example. Beds are hard but clean. There is a television, a radio, an old air conditioner and a small fridge in each room.As an ecotourism-based resort, most of the planning and development of the

34、 attraction has been concentrated on the need to co-exist with the natural environment of South Stradbroke Island to achieve sustainable development.Water and Energy ManagementThere is groundwater at the centre of the island, which has a maximum height of 3 metres above sea level. The water supply i

35、s recharged by rainfall and is commonly known as an freshwater aquifer(含水层). Couran Cove Island Resort obtains its water supply by tapping into this aquifer and collecting it through a pipe. In order to narrow the water uses, all laundry activities are carried out on the mainland. The Resort uses LP

36、G power station rather than a fuel oil station for its energy supply, supplemented(补充) by wind power, which has reduced greenhouse emissions by 70%. Hot water in the eco-cabins and for some of the Resorts vehicles is solar-powered. Water efficient fittings are also installed in showers and toilets.

37、Visitors who stay at the Resort are encouraged to monitor their water and energy usage by an in-house television system, and are rewarded with prizes (such as a free return trip to the Resort) accordingly if their usage level is low.EvaluationIn three years of operation, Couran Cove Island Resort ha

38、s won 23 international and national awards. It has effectively implemented contemporary environmental management practices. However, the Resorts growth will eventually be limited by its carrying capacity, and quantity control should be incorporated in the management strategy of the Resort.1、In order

39、 to achieve sustainable development, the Resort .Acancels the transportation serviceBresearches into plant communitiesCprovides high quality accommodationDoperates in harmony with its natural surroundings2、What is applied for heating water on Couran Cove Island Resort?AThe LPG power.BThe petro power

40、.CThe solar power.DThe wind power.3、According to the study, in the future what should the Resort focus on?AIncreasing the supply of fresh water.BMeeting the need of international guests.CImproving the tourism entertainment projects.DLimiting the number of the guests to the Resort.4、From the passage

41、we can know that Couran Cove Island Resort .Asuffers huge loss in natural resourcesBachieves success in eco-resort managementCsets a good example for profit-making businessDraises standards in guest-monitoring management24（8分）My husband Dave and I unloaded our car after a fun-filled day trip to Well

42、ington. As soon as I walked in the front door, I noticed a flashing light on our answering machine. I pressed the button. “Hi, Dave and Sharon. You dont know me. My name is Janet. I have your camera.”What? I rummaged(仔细搜寻) through my bagsure enough, my camera was nowhere to be found. How did this st

43、ranger have it? How did she know it was mine?The photos on this camera were priceless. Almost all from our recent vacation to Wyoming to visit our youngest son and his wife were on it. Our oldest son joined us and it was the first time wed all been together in over a year. Id cleared the memory card

44、 beforehandjust some old photos that Id already downloadedso I would have plenty of room to capture every precious moment.Dave and I had one day after our trip to Wyoming before we had to return to work, so we mapped out a bike ride in Wellington. Upon our arrival, I took a few photos while Dave too

45、k our bikes out of our car. Now I realized that was the last time Id seen my camera.I hadnt downloaded our Wyoming pictures. They could have been lost forever. There was no name or address on the camera. Who was this Janet? Some detective?I called her back. “How did you find it?” I asked. “How did y

46、ou find me?”“I recognized your church in a few photos,” she said. “Another photo had a young man wearing a name badge(姓名牌). I phoned the church secretary to connect the dots.” Janet described old photos I thought Id deleted. But how could she have recognized our church?“Where are you?” I asked. “Whe

47、re can I meet you to get the camera?”I didnt have to travel far. Janet lived just fifteen minutes awayshe attended our sister church the next town over.1、Hearing the message on the answering machine, the author was _?Avery excitedBdeeply gratefulCpretty annoyedDgreatly surprised2、What is Paragraph 3

48、 mainly about?AThe advantages of the camera.BWhy the photos were important.CThe authors love for photographing.DHow much the author missed her sons.3、It turned out that Janet _.Awas the church secretaryBalso attended the authors churchCknew the young man in the photoDwas familiar with the authors ch

49、urch4、What does the underlined part “connect the dots” in Paragraph 7 mean?ATo form a good relationship.BTo feel a sense of agreement.CTo make connections in ones mind.DTo have the dots on a paper connected.25（10分） Centuries ago, these caves were places of worship (祭祀) for Buddhist monks. Today they

50、re homes for 200 poor Afghan families and one classroom.Fereshta Ahmadi was able to stay in school after her family moved to the caves about a decade ago. Shes now a senior at an all-girls high school in Bamyan but she felt the need to educate the children of cave settlers. So 6 years ago, she trans

51、formed her living space into a classroom.For 2 hours every day she teaches 30 primary school-age kids different subjects including English. She says she wants to give an opportunity to the children who dont have access to mainstream schools.“Cave settlers are no different from people who live in mod

52、ern communities or people who live in fancy apartments and buildings. They, too can study, can go to public schools and take private courses so they build their abilities and development.”Using her own money, the young teacher opened a small library with 200 books to improve the reading skills of he

53、r students. She hopes to expand her cave class in the future. “My plan is to change my small course to a big school and there must be some assistance from government and /or other organizations so that I can take my services to the next level.”The children in this classroom are happy to get an educa

54、tion and they have big dreams for the future. “We study different subjects here, for example, Dari, math, English, drawing and reading, I want to become a doctor in the future and serve my people,” said one of the students.Years of conflict and poverty forced these families to seek refuge (避难所) in t

55、hese ancient caves with no basic facilities and, previous to Ahmadis initiative (自发性), no chance of getting an education for the children. After an Afghan service broadcast report about Ahmadis school, Afghanistans Ministry of Education offered to help her in her efforts.1、What does Ahmadi think vit

56、al for the children?AA secure income in the future.BTheir admission to college.CA comfortable living space.DTheir access to education.2、What can we infer from the last paragraph?AAhmadi has been honored.BThe mass media are powerful.CAhmadis plan is promising.DAll Afghans are left homeless.3、Which of

57、 the following words best describes Ahmadi?AAdventurous.BSelfless.CInnocent.DAggressive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）Monty Roberts often let me use his house to hold fund-raising events to raise money for young people in need.The last time I was

58、there he 1 me to a group of people by saying, “I want tell you 2 I let Jack use my house. It 3 ”“That night be wrote a sevenpaper 4 his goal of someday owning a horse ranch （大牧场）. He wrote about his dream in great 5 and he even drew a picture of a 200-acre ranch, showing the 6 of all the buildings,

59、the stables（马厩）and the track. Then he drew a detailed plan for a 4,000-square-foot house that would 7 on a 200-acre ranch.”“When he received his paper, he found that there was a big red F on the front page with a note 8 , see me after class.” “The boy went to see the teacher after class and asked, W

60、hy did I receive an F?”“The teacher said, This is a（an） 9 dream for a young boy like you. If you 10 this paper with a more realistic goal, I will reconsider your 11 .”“Finally, after a week, the boy handed in the same paper, making no 12 He stated, You can 13 the F and Ill keep my dream.”“I told you