2021年苏州市吴中区东山中学高三英语上学期期中试题及答案.pdf

2021 年苏州市吴中区东山中学高三英语上学期期中试题及答案 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 A Lifelong Devotion to Keeping People Fed Yuan Longping is a Chinese agricultural scientist and educator,known for developing the hybrid rice varieties.Yuan graduated from the Southwest Agriculture Institute in 1953 andbegan his teaching career at an agriculture school.In the 1960s,when a serious food shortage sweptChina,Yuan decided to devote himself to studying how to increase the yields of rice.He then began a lifelong connection with rice.Yuan succeeded in growing the worlds first high-yielding hybrid rice varieties in 1973,which could reach a yield of over 500 kg per mu(about 0.067 hectares),rising from the previous yield of only 300 kg per mu.For the next four decades,he continued to work on research and development of hybrid rice,achieving increasingly higher outputs.In 2020,hybrid rice developed by Yuans team achieved 1,500 kilograms per mu in two growing seasons,a new world record.InChina,where rice is the main food for the majority of the 1.4 billion people,the planting area of hybrid rice has reached 16 million hectares,or 57%of the total planting area of rice,helping feed an extra 80 million people a year.Hybrid rice has also been grown in over 40 countries,including theU.S.,Brazil,India,Vietnam,thePhilippinesandMadagascar.The total planting area of the hybrid rice has reached 8 million hectares overseas.Even after a great success,Yuan never held himself back from making new breakthroughs.In 2017,his team started to grow seawater rice inQingdao.The rice was designed to grow in saline-alkaline land and survive even after being completely in seawater.His team planned to develop a type of seawater rice that could be planted in 6.67 million hectares of saline-alkaline land acrossChinato boost the countrys rice harvest by about 20%.In 2018,Yuans team was invited to plant the saline-alkaline tolerant rice in experimental fields inDubai,which achieved huge success.In June 2020,his team started to grow seawater rice on a farm at an altitude of 2,800 meters in northwestChinasQinghaiProvince.The experiment succeeded.Yuan had two dreams to“enjoy the cool under the rice crops taller than men”and that hybrid rice could be grown all over the world to help solve the global food shortage.1.What made Yuan Longping decide to study rice?A.A serious food shortage.B.Agriculture development.C.His interest in the rice experiment.D.His wish to plant the tallest rice in the world.2.From the passage,we know that Yuan Longping _.A.developed a variety of hybrid rice B.worked as a scientist after graduation C.started to grow seawater rice inDubaiin 2017 D.grew the first high-yielding hybrid rice varieties in 1953 3.We can infer from the passage that Yuan Longpings most outstanding qualities are_.A.modest and outgoing B.honest and creative C.generous and optimistic D.responsible and devoted B Photographer Rebecca Douglas has always been fascinated by the night sky.Her love for stars has taken theU.K.resident on“star walking”trips toIcelandand into theArctic,where she steps out onto darkened trails to capture twinkling stars and glowing planets in her images.Hiking at night isnt uncommon.Plenty of people hike after dark to get to campsites or watch the sunrise from a mountaintop.Star walking goes a step further by blending hiking with stargazing.Rather than heading to an observatory or setting up a telescope in your backyard,star walking takes you on a brief journey to look at the stars from different viewpoints.Whether youre in the mountainside or by the lake with stars reflecting on the water,star walking is often much more dynamic than traditional stargazing.Whats more,star walking is good for you.There are plenty of studies that show the health benefits of being in nature.Spending at least two hours a week outdoors,particularly while engaging in what involves“effortless attention”,can decrease blood pressure,heart rate,and stress levels.So how does an aspiring star walker get started?It doesnt take much more than a sturdy pair of boots.While telescopes and binoculars obviously have their uses,people are encouraged to start with naked-eye stargazing.Using only the eyes allows one to get lost in the infinite expanse of space and lets the mind go.It is advised that one read up on the night sky before heading out.Free mobile apps,such as Star Walk 2,can help identify celestial bodies（天体）and are easy to usesimply point your phone at the sky to reveal a map.Websites like Sky&Telescope and NASAs Space Place cover the basics,have in-depth explanations on stars,and offer advice on equipment.Space Place posts monthly skywatching updates,so you can plan outings around events such as meteor showers.In the United States,national parks are great options for inexperienced night hikers.Many offer guided outings that explain the importance of protecting night skies.Those with a good number of walks under their belt may want to try GlacierNational Park in Montana.If national parks and other dark-sky designated areas are out of range,check local astronomy clubs and observatories for guided sessions.Sites like the International Astronomical Union are useful for finding resources by area.At the end of the day,the best advice is to take it slow and enjoy the journey.“With all of the chaos（混乱）thats happening around us,the one constant has been the night sky,”explains Douglas,who hasbeen exploring popular places nearby,long after the crowds have gone home for the day.“Walking is quite a mindful way of looking up and being reminded that,although everything feels so different,some things are still the same.”4.According to the passage,star walking refers to _.A.going to an observatory B.looking at stars in mountains C.combining hiking and stargazing D.setting up a telescope in the backyard 5.One of the reasons why people go on a star walking is that _.A.its easier to identify celestial bodies B.it is good for physical and mental health C.they can enjoy the journey without crowds D.they can raise awareness of protecting night skies 6.According to the passage,a star walking beginner is advised to _.A.prepare a pair of strong boots B.start by observing with telescopes C.join an astronomy club or an observatory D.find guided outings with the help of mobile apps 7.The main purpose of the passage is to _.A.excite peoples interest in star walking B.recommend some places for star walking C.explain the health benefits of star walking D.introduce the preparations for star walking C Its a little before8 a.m.when Mathias Schergen pushes open the side door at Chicagos Jenner Elementary Academy for the Arts.He walks down the hall toward the office to sign in.Its the same routine hes had as Jenners art teacher for nearly a quarter century.“Its going to be a good day,”a colleague calls out.“Its a good day.”They hug.It seems like a typical Friday.Except its not.After 23 years at Jenner Elementary,Schergen is retiring.Even on his last day,there are still art projects to finish.Schergen leaves behind a richlegacyat this school.Hes won grants(拨款)for art projects.He turned an empty classroom into a museum.Hes pushed his students to make art about their lives.And he was awarded a Golden Apple the most honorable teaching award in Chicago.But it wasnt always easy.For years,Schergen taught in one of the citys toughest neighborhoods.“When I first got my room,I noticed there were bullet holes in the window.That made me nervous,”he says.So he stuffed Beanie Babies in the holes to make it“look kind of funny”.“I didnt even tell my wife for a whole year,”he says.“I didnt want her to know.”With one hour to go,Schergen piles the chairs and sweeps the floor.He cleans out the sink for the last time.Fifth-grader Deontae Barnes,one of his best helpers,has watched him say goodbye all day.He wanders in the doorway.“Ah,come here,son,”Schergen says,signaling him over.He bends down for a hug.“Thank you for making these last days special and being a help to me.”When Deontae leaves,a reporter asks Schergen:When your kids ask why youre retiring,what do you tell them?“I just tell them that grown people have dreams too,”he says.“I have other things in my life I have to do.Its time.Its just time.”8.Why is it a special Friday for Schergen?A.He was retiring on that day.B.He won an honor for his school.C.He was interviewed by a reporter.D.He received a Golden Apple award.9.What does the underlined word“legacy”in Paragraph 2 refer to?A.Art projects.B.Great achievements.C.Respect from students.D.Change in teaching.10.What made Schergen nervous when he first got to the school?A.Safety concerns in the school.B.The poorly-equipped classroom.C.Being misunderstood by his family.D.Students poor academic performance.11.What is the best title for the text?A.A Typical Day for an Art Teacher B.Time for Art Projects C.A Teachers Final Day at School D.The Last Art Class D A year ago I received a full scholarship to attend the University of San Francisco.All of my hard work paid off.My mom had spent a lot on my attending a private high school,so I made sure to push myself:I volunteered,took part in various clubs,and graduated with honors.I was so excited to start a new part of my life.Soon enough,the big day came,but it wasnt like what I had thought.The first two weeks were the most difficult days of my entire life.Every night I would cry myself to sleep.I was missing my family,my home and everything in my hometown so much and I didnt know how to deal with my broken heart.To distract myself,I threw myself into my studies.I also found a ton of jobs.In any free time,I started forcing myself to go to the gym.I wanted to keep every part of my day busy so I wouldnt think about how lonely I felt.Soon after,I began to control my eating,considering it another solution to my homesickness.But soon there was something wrong with me.Finally,I went to see a doctor.When the doctor told me I had no choice but to take time away from school,I started to fear.How could I stop?School was what I was best at.“Im not so bad,”I thought in my head.But the result was that I was taken to hospital again a month later and my mother camewoefully.I had to take a semester off from school,and go to the treatment center near my home.If there are girls who are suffering similarly,I hope you know that there is hope and that you should have a positive attitude towards life.Though you may feel alone,there are so many people who can understand your struggle.Thats why I want to share my story.12.Why did the author push herself during high school?A.She wanted to attend the University of San Francisco.B.It cost too much to study in a private school.C.Her parents controlled much of her life.D.Her family put her under pressure,13.What can we know about the author in the first two weeks?A.She couldnt fall asleep because of pressure.B.She couldnt pay attention to her study.C.She couldnt deal with her homesickness.D.She couldnt catch up with others.14.What does the underlined word“woefully”in paragraph 4 mean?A.Sadly.B.Surprisingly.C.Curiously.D.Happily.15.What is the authors purpose in writing this text?A.To look back on her past life.B.To increase her own confidence.C.To express appreciation to her mother.D.To encourage other girls like her to be positive.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 Health is the most important thing in the world.Nothing is more important than health.If one takes away our money,houses,cars,or even our clothes,we can still survive._16_That is why we always try to eat in a healthy way and exercise often.How can we keep healthy?In order to eat healthily I usually avoid eating food high in fat,like French fries or cookies,which are junk foods._17_Besides,I only eat a little meat._18_Taking exercise every day helps us build a strong body.Regular exercise is an important part of keeping me healthy.Whats more,I think friends are an important part of ones health._19_I always feel better when I am with friends than I am alone.When I am with my friends,I always laugh.Laughing is also an important part of health.It is good to stay with my friends.By eating properly and exercising regularly,I can keep my body at a proper weight and keep healthy.By spending time with my friends,I can keep my mind as well as my body happy.These things sound easy to do,but not many people can manage them._20_ A.Some people appear fat because they often eat too much.B.I eat a lot of vegetables and fresh fruit which are full of vitamins.C.I think a strong will is necessary if we want to keep healthy.D.But if our health is taken away,it is certain that we would surely die.E.On the other hand,doing exercise is very important.F.There are some people who like staying alone,but they keep healthy.G.Many studies show that people with a narrow range of social contacts often get sick.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 If you asked me how I felt about running five years ago,I would have laughed at you.Coupled with my asthma(哮喘)and general lack of motivation,I considered running as one of my_21_enemies.As a pre-teen,the days in gym class always_22_me when the teacher announced that we would be running the mile.I would_23_myself to the starting line,a little behind everyone else,and wait for the whistle to_24_.After the whistle blew,I started off in step with my classmates,but felt my_25_began to bum,and my legs felt like theyd_26_out any minute.My breath would hitch in my chest as I slowed to a walk,_27_looking up to see my classmates run past.Id constantly_28_myself for walking.I felt like my lungs_29_me back.If I cant even run a_30_,can I even do anything right?Having those_31_,I decided it would be best to avoid running at all_32_.If I went to the gym,I took gym classes that_33_little to no running,such as yoga.My_34_to avoid running succeeded.Years later,I impulsively(冲动地)decided to run a 5k.When I_35_the course,I felt the same pit in my stomach.But something_36_happened.Instead of allowing my thoughts to overtake me,I_37_putting one foot in front of the other,and I let myself get caught up in the_38_of my feet hitting the ground.Surprisingly enough,my lungs were able to find a beat with my feet,and I ended up running the entire race without_39_to walk.In hindsight(事后看来),I realize that it was my_40_that got me through the race,I believe in running.21.A.smallest B.worst C.least D.weakest 22.A.surprised B.satisfied C.frightened D.excited 23.A.control B.enjoy C.cast D.drag 24.A.blow B.sing C.listen D.perform 25.A.fingers B.ears C.face D.lungs 26.A.stand B.jump C.give D.walk 27.A.quickly B.shamefully C.happily D.eventually 28.A.tell B.order C.persuade D.scold 29.A.beat B.held C.insisted D.went 30.A.step B.trip C.mile D.kilometer 31.A.feelings B.emotions C.competitions D.experiences 32.A.costs B.means C.lines D.styles 33.A.connected B.involved C.explained D.linked 34.A.wishes B