2021届东莞市常平振兴中学高三英语三模试题及答案.pdf

2021 届东莞市常平振兴中学高三英语三模试题及答案 第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分 40 分）第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 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 A Try one of these amazing destinations on your next vacation.Mallorca On the popular Spanish island of Mallorca,farmhouse inns focus more on providing isolation and quietness than offering hands-on farming experiences.With millions of visitors staying on the beaches of Mallorca and the other Balearic Islands each summer,a little bit of isolation is a good thing for aloneness-seeking travelers.Mainly located in the hills of inland Mallorca,these inns range from rustic century-old farmhouses to luxury(奢侈的)villas with spas and swimming pools.Hawaii People who dont want to dig out their passport but still want their farm adventure can head to the island of Hawaii.The 50th state talks much about the well-developed farm tourism industry that can hold people with different interests.Agritourism choices range from visiting coffee plantations(种植园)in the Big Islands Kona region to exploring the plantations on Maui to staying on farms on the easily reachable island of Oahu.California California is one ofthe best places in the U.S.to enjoy a farm-stay,thanks to the diversity of crops and farms.Small family farms and large farms offer a more hands-on approach to agritourism.Many of them teach small-scale farming techniques and even offer strategies for organic growing.The University of California system,one of the largest state-run higher education systems in the U.S.,has a small-farm program that helps growers create agritourism businesses.Philippine Islands With diverse conditions on different islands,the Philippine Islands are ideal places for visiting multiple agritourism sites or focusing on one product.Tourists can visit a huge pineapple plantation for a taste of large-scale agriculture,or they could focus on smaller operations such as bee farms,and even small plantations that specialize in growing tropical produce such as dragon fruit.1.What kind of people will choose to go to Mallorca?A.Those who prefer peace of mind.B.Those who like lying on the beach.C.Those who enjoy the luxury of tourism.D.Those who want to experience farming.2.What can people do on the Philippine Islands?A.Live in farmhouses.B.Visit plantations.C.Learn farming techniques.D Take part in a farm program.3.What are the four places in the text famous for?A.Locations.B.Environments.C.Local products.D.Tourism features.B Slowing down was the last thing on Elaine Schaefers mind when she turned 70 last year.Shed enjoyed an ambitious travel schedule for the previous decade.She didnt feel too old to travel.Yet many people are asking that slightly embarrassing question:Can you be too old to travel?The travel industry has already responded.Try renting a car inEurope,for example.InCroatia,Schaefer wouldnt be able to this year,because the maximum age is 70.Insurance companies require higher rates;tour operators limit certain activities.That feels like a no for many travelers.Definitely some folks should think twice before traveling,but not only based on their age.Its their level of fitness,says Kirsten Veldman,a former tour guide who now edits a retirement blog.She recalls a 93-year-old who was disabled and traveling alone on aCaribbeantour.You cant expect to ask a tour leader to be there for you 24/7 for medical care.she says.Tour guides dont have the time,skills,and knowledge for it.So,in this case,my advice is:he shouldnt have traveled with us in this situation.But some tour operators serve older travelers.For example,Grand Circle Travel started in 1958 to serve senior members.“We have travelers into their 80s and even 90s.Some travel as a couple and some alone,”says company spokeswoman Ann Shannon.“We have no age limit.”If you ask travel experts,theyll tell you that age is just a number.Its a question of physical,and to a certain extent,mental ability.Many of our travelers are retired,focused on keeping their good health,and are experienced travelers who have a good idea of what to expect,says Sara Baer-Sinnott,president of Oldways,a food and nutrition nonprofit that operates tours.Someone in their 40s may struggle more than someone in their 80s.4.What is expected if Schaefer travels inCroatiathis year?A.She can rent a car to go around.B.She has to pay more insurance fees.C.She can join in all kinds of activities.D.She will receive 24/7 medical care.5.What caused Veldman to disapprove of the 93-year-olds traveling?A.His old age.B.His lack of money.C.His poor health.D.His in sociable personality.6.What do we know about Grand Circle Travel?A.It is a non-profit traveling organization.B.It offers service to a wide range of travelers.C.It has a history of more than seven decades.D.Its main customers are senior travelers.7.What is the authors altitude towards traveling old?A.Opposed.B.Supportive.C.Tolerant.D.Objective.C Ivy League schools are considered to be the most prestigious of all colleges in the United States.These schools are primarily located in the Northeastern part of the country.There are eight total colleges that are considered to be Ivy League.These schools are Brown,Harvard,Cornell,Princeton,Dartmouth,Yale,and Columbia universities and the University of Pennsylvania.Of all institutions of higher learning,these elite schools are considered to be the most outstanding and the most sought-after in terms of acceptance and graduation.The term“Ivy League”came about in 1954 when the NCAA athletic conference for Division I was formed.At the time,the elitism of these schools was really due to their prestige in the realm of sports like basketball.Although the term“Ivy League”was not created until the 1950s,many of these schools were in existence as far back as 1636,when John Harvard became the first benefactor of Harvard University.Although this group of elite schools is considered to be part of one big league of the elite,there have been plenty of internal rivalries over the years.The sports that these colleges play were so popular that some teams began playing games in New York City so spectators could come from far away and watch the games.The popularity of both the athletes who played and the college team rivalries brought in a good deal of attention to the schools as well as revenue from ticket sales.There have also been academic rivalries between schools.Mostly,these rivalries are a matter of opinion in terms of which school has the most honor graduates,which schools offer the most prestigious scholarships,and what famous graduates have come from each school.Each Ivy League college has its own unique accomplishments that make it important.All carry a certain reputation with them,and each school has programs that excel primarily in the medical and law fields,making them some of the most sought-after schools in the world.Their admission process is very selective,which helps the schools ensure that they only accept the best and brightest.Many famous people have graduated from Ivy League schools,including recent presidents George W.Bush,Bill Clinton,and Barack Obama.This prestige leads many to believe that these colleges are only for the wealthy and elite.Often,companies look for Ivy League graduates as potential employees,usually preferred by law firms,medical facilities,and large corporations.It has long beencovetedto have earned a degree from an Ivy League school.Today,the Ivy League schools are still excellent in both academia and in sports,and they have left a legacy of higher education with an exceptional track record and reputation to go along with them.8.Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?A.Ivy League schools were initially famous for their reputation in sports.B.Ivy League schools didnt come into existence until the 1950s.C.Ivy League schools do not compete with each other within the league.D.Ivy League schools are most popular for their excellence in the medical and law fields.9.Which of the following aspects is NOT mentioned in the passage?A.The history of the Ivy League B.The rivalry of the Ivy League C.The accomplishments and cultural impacts of the Ivy League D.The future development of the Ivy League 10.Why do many people believe that Ivy League colleges are only for the wealthy and elite?A.Because they are the most sought-after schools in the world.B.Because they have selective admission process to help ensure the quality of their students.C.Because many famous people have graduated from Ivy League schools.D.Because manycompanies look for Ivy League graduates as potential employees.11.What does the underlined word“coveted”in the last paragraph probably mean?A.advocated B.Desired C.restricted D.sponsored D Sophie became friends with the gray squirrels during her first week atPennState,after spotting them running around and wondering what they would look like with tiny hats on their heads.Today,everyone at the university knows her as the“Squirrel Girl”.Sophie tried bringing them food,and gradually they began to trust her.She managed to put a hat on a squirrel and take a picture.Thinking that her colleagues could do with something to lift their spirits,she started posting similar photos on Facebook.The response was greatly positive,and before long Sophie and her squirrels became an Internetsensation.Growing up in a neighborhood outside ofState College,Sophie was always fond of birds and animals around her home,but she didnt interact with people very much.She was later diagnosed(诊断)with Aspergers syndrome,but the squirrels changed that.“The squirrels help me break the ice,because Ill be sitting here patting a squirrel and other people will come over and well just start like feeding the squirrels together and chatting about them,”she said,“I am a lot more outgoing.”And in case youre wondering how Sophie is able to get the squirrels to do what she wants for her photos,it has a lot to do with food.For example,whenever she wants them to hold or play with something,she puts peanut butter on the prop(道具),and theyll grab it.In the beginning,she would throw peanuts up the trees on campus and invite the squirrels to come down and get them,but they hesitated to approach her.She had the patience to earn their trust,though.This year,Sophie is graduating with a degree in English and wildlife sciences.She wants to be a science writer and educate people on how to preserve the environment.As for her furry friends,Sophie plans to stay in the area and visit them as often as she can.12.What does the underlined word“sensation”in paragraph 2 mean?A.Event.B.Hit.C.Service.D.Addiction.13.What can we learn about Sophie according to paragraph 3?A.She got lots of friends due to squirrels.B.She used to be a popular girl in her childhood.C.She lived in the far countryside when young.D.She was more outgoing than before.14.How did Mary manage to take photos of squirrels wearing hats?A.By attracting them with food.B.By putting them in cages.C.By playing music to them.D.By dressing like squirrels.15.What do you think of Sophie?A.Tolerant and capable.B.Sociable and aggressive.C.Patient and caring.D.Indifferent and appreciative.第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 10 分）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佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项 Since the age of three,Chelsie Hill had dreamed of becoming a dancer.But one night in 2010,Hill,then a 17-year-old high school senior,was in a car accident that put her in the hospital for 51 days andleft her paralyzed from the waist down._16_For Hill,it was just a beginning.I wanted to prove to my community and to myself that I was still normal,she told Teen Vogue._17_ _18_She met people online who had suffered various spinal cord(脊髓)injuries and she invited them to dance with her.Hoping to reach more people in a larger city,Hill moved to Los Angeles in 2014 and formed a team of dancers with disabilities she called Rollettes.I want to break down the stereotype of wheelchair users and show that dance is dance,whether you are walking or you are rolling,she told CBS News.So far,Hill has achieved her childhood dream._19_Every year she holds a dance camp for wheelchair users and in 2019,173 participants from ten countries attended.For many,it was the first time theyd felt they belonged.Edna Serrano,a member of the Rollettes,said,Being part of the Rollettes team has given me courage and confidence.Its so powerful to have my teammates in my life,because theyre my teachers._20_One woman saw a YouTube video of the team competing and commented,You guys are so awesome!Im in tears because you rock!A.However,the Rollettes have helped her find more than that.B.The dancers arent the only ones who feel inspired.C.For most people，the hope of dancing career would have been ruined.D.Chelsie Hill was so depressed because it completely ruined her dream.E.Whatever normal means,it definitely took lots of learning and patience.F.After graduation,Hill wanted to expand her dance topeople alike.G.Dancing on wheels can be just as fast-paced,artful,and fulfilling as the foot-based.第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 45 分）第一节（共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项 I was blessed for all the special moments I had with my mother.When she was 82,she thought she was_21_me by asking me to take her to the many doctor visits she had,but it was a_22_for me to spend time with her.I tried to make an_23_of our days together.One day,while we were driving and deciding where to eat lunch,I saw a large arcade(电子游戏厅).Then I_24_.The arcade was mostly_25_except for a childrens birthday gathering in the back corner.I_26_the special buffet lunch,and it came with fifty tokens(游戏币)for the arcade games._27_the shiny golden tokens,Moms eyes opened wide.There was loud music playing and someone in a mouse costume_28_the little children todance.My mother was_29_by the dancing mouse,and we swung along in our seats.We laughed as the kids tried to follow the mouses_30_.After we ate,it was time to_31_those golden tokens.Mom was_32_of playing Skee-Ball and collecting tickets.She moved from game to game like a child.She had_33_when watching one machine spew out(吐出)seven tickets again and again!She laughed about the super_34_string of tickets and placed them around her neck like a necklace.I handed her token after token for the next game to be played until our tokens were all_35_.Then we went to trade in our_36_at the counter.We stood there for a long while as my mother tried to_37_what to get with her tickets._38_,she chose a toy whistle(哨子)with a picture of the mouse on it.The clerk gave her an extra one,for me,so we_39_them together happily.I keep that whistle on my desk,as a_40_of a wonderful experience with my mom as we satisfied her willingness to make the most of every day.21.A.confusing B.embarrassing C.challenging D.bothering 22.A.trial B.privilege C.right D.shame 23.A.alarm B.excuse C.adventure D.experience 24.A.pulled up B.cut in C.fell behind D.broke down 25.A.messy B.modern C.secure D.empty 26.A.finished B.sold C.ordered D.promoted 27.A.Winning B.Seeing C.Buying D.Imagining 28.A.requiring