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2021 年苏州市常熟市东张中学高三英语一模试题及参考答案 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 It looks like 2017 is shaping up to be a record-breaking year in movie History.Here is a list of some of the years biggest blockbusters so far.Kong:Skull Island A reboot(重启)of King Kong would normally get laughed at in this day and age,but it looks like this modem version of the story will be worth watching.With US actress Brie Larson and UK actor Tom Hiddleston in the mix,this film is set to be this years biggest monster tale.Release Date:3/10/17 Beauty and the Beast Director Bill Condon is bringing back a part of our childhood in live action,complete with the songs we all remember and love.With British stars Emma Watson and Dan Stevens leading thecast,the classic Walt Disney story already sounds like itll be a delight for both children and adults.Release Date:3/17/17 The Fate of the Furious There was doubt that wed even get a Fast 8,especially after the fitting ending US actor Paul Walkers character was given at the end of Furious 7.Fans thought theyd never see Dom and the rest of the crew back in action,but thankfully,US star Vin Diesel himself confirmed that The Fate of the Furious is fueling up for another go.Release Date:4/14/17 Spider-Man:Homecoming Spider Man is heading home to Marvel Studios for the first time.The movie will show us Peter Parkers high school days,and will continue the threads we saw formed during his initial appearance in Captain America:Civil War.We know that Michael Keaton is playing The Vulture in this story,and that both Happy Hogan and Tony Stark,played by US actors Jon Favreau and Robert Downey Jr.,are along for the ride.Release Date:7/7/17 1.Which of the following movies cant you see on May Day?A.Kong:Skull Island.B.Beauty and the Beast.C.The Fate of the Furious.D.Spider-Man:Homecoming.2.What can we know about Beauty and the Beast?A.It is fueling up for another go.B.It is produced by Marvel Studios C.Itll show us Peter Parkers school days.D.Itll be enjoyable for both children and adults.3.What does the underlined word“cast”probably mean?A.Characters.B.Actors.C.Directors.D.Teachers.B Yu Chenrui,29,is a maker of automata(机关人偶)in Chengdu,Sichuan province.Automata are built to look like humans or animals and give the illusion(错觉)of being able to move ontheir own,“The art form amazes me,because it combines various skills,from storytelling to mechanics,and the pieces are built with a sense of humor,”Yu says.His creations have caught the attention of well-known artists and his fancy pieces of art have attracted collectors worldwide.Interested in handcrafts as a boy,Yu first encountered automata designed by Japanese artist Kazuaki at an exhibition in 2015 when he studied at the Communication University of China in Beijing.“It was like meeting a like-minded friend,”Yu says,recalling the moment.As an art and design major,he began to learn the craft by himself and,with the support of his tutor,he kept studying and examining automata in school.When he graduated in 2016,Yu landed a job at an advertising agency in Beijing.He stayed on at the company for three years because,at that time,he was not sure that he could make a living out of his hobby.While working as a designer Yu kept exploring and advancing his skills in wood carving and mechanics.Eventually,despite the jobs good salary,it was not enough to make up for not following his true passion.Finally,in 2018,Yu quit his job and returned to Chengdu to open his automata workshop.To keep himself occupied while running his workshop,he planted blueberries,raspberries and cherries.He watered,weeded and added fertilizer(肥料)every day.“Daily routines helped me calm down and inspire my creativity,which resulted in an automaton called To Observe the Autumn,”Yu says.Over time,Yus reputation grew and his business flourished(兴旺).Many of Yus creations are built with a dash of wisdom,a sprinkle of humor and are inspired by observations of real life.Yu knows that there are many more creative ideas waiting to be expressed.“It feels quite good to be fully devoted to automata creation and I am still searching for myself.”4.What can we learn from the first paragraph?A.Yu is equipped with various skills.B.Yu is a person full of sense of humor.C Yu is now gaining recognition worldwide.D.Yu is following the latest trend in handcraft.5.Why did Yu quit his job in Beijing?A.He couldnt make a living out of it.B.He wanted to pursue his own dream.C.He missed his family in Chengdu.D.He thought he had a lot experience.6.According to Yu,what contributes to his creativity as an automata artist?A.The fruits he grows.B.Success of his business.C.His devotion to the job.D.Observation from daily life.7.Which of the following can best describe Yus story?A.There is no end to learning.B.Great hopes make great man.C.Actions speak louder than words.D.Experience is the mother of wisdom.C Ever wondered if dogs can learn new words?Yes,say researchers as they have found that talented dogs may have the ability to grasp new words after hearing them only four times.While previous evidence seems to show that most dogs do not learn words,unless eventually very well trained,a few individuals have shown some extraordinary abilities,according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports.“We wanted to know under which conditions the gifted dogs may learn novel words”said researcher xuekw Claudia Fugazza from theEtvsLorndUniversityinHungary.For the study,the team involved two gifted dogs,Whisky and Vicky Nina.The team exposed the dogs to the new words in two different conditions.In the exclusion-based task,presented with seven known toys and one new toy,the dogs were able to select the new toy when presented with a new name.Researchers say this proves that dogs can choose by exclusion when faced with a new word,they selected the only toy which did not have a known name.However,this was not the way they would learn the name of the toy.In fact,when they were presented with one more equally new name to test their ability to recognize the toy by its name,the dogs got totally confused and failed.The other condition,the social one,where the dogs played with their owners who pronounced the name of the toy while playing with the dog,proved to be the successful way to learn the name of the toy,even after hearing it only 4 times.“The rapid learning that we observed seems to equal childrens ability to learn many new words at a fast rate around the age of 18 months,”Fugazza says.“But we do not know whether the learning mechanisms(机制)behind this learning are the same for humans and dogs.”To test whether most dogs would learn words this way,20 other dogs were tested in the same condition,but none of them showed any evidence of learning the toy names,confirming that the abilityto learn words rapidly in the absence of formal training is very rare and is only present in a few gifted dogs.8.What was the purpose of the study published in Scientific Reports?A.To better train dogs ability to learn new words.B.To further confirm previous evidence about dogs.C.To prove extraordinary memory abilities of gifted dogs.D.To explore favorable conditions for gifted dogs new-word learning.9.How did the dogs react when exposed to two new names in the first condition?A.Slow to understand.B.Quick to learn.C.At a loss.D.In a panic.10.What was found about dogs new-word learning in the social condition?A.Learning through playing applied to most dogs.B.The social condition helped dogs learn new words.CDogs new-word learning turned out to be less effective.D.Dogs shared similar learning mechanisms with children.11.Which of the following is the best title for the text?A.Gifted Dogs Can Learn New Words Rapidly.B.Dogs Identify Newly-named Toys by Exclusion.C.Dogs Can Acquire Vocabulary through Tons of Training.D.Gifted Dogs Have Similar Learning Abilities to Humans.D In this day and age,there seems to be a move towards secondary school subjects.For that reason,some parents and some students feel that the compulsory study of English literature is misguided and disadvantageous to students,particularly if they are second language learners of English.However,there are still good reasons for the study of English literature.Students of English language sometimes fail to see the point of studying English literature,especially if they have no plans to study English or translation at university.But English literature can introduce students to a range of aspects,not only of the English language but also the culture of English-speaking countries.There are aspects of English culture that are summarised by English literature.Of course,this is quite obvious when studying the works of Shakespeare or of writers,poets and playwrights of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.It is,however,also true when studying other works of English literature.Students can learn about good stories and references to different aspects of English culture.They can also learn the context and meanings of famous quotes and phrases.Studying literature does not confine the students to the traditions ofEnglandbut includes the possibility of introducing them to traditions which inform English literature,such as the study of Ancient Greek drama,and to literature in other contexts,such as American literature.An enjoyment and appreciation of literature will give students the ability to develop this into an interest in books and reading as they move away from their studies and into the adult lives.They will have the confidence to approach and cope with new forms of books and writing,since they were exposed to a range of literature during their school days.When studying literature,students can learn not only language aspects such as vocabulary items but also the language aspects which can be used for specific purposes.For example,if the students are familiar with the concepts of beat and rhythm of English poems,they can improve their own writing as they are able to appreciate and apply these ideas.Finally,the study of literature can provide students with a fresh and creative angle,from which the students can approach their studies in particular and their lives in general.So the next time you are reading a newspaper article complaining of the lack of creativity and initiative in the local workforce,remember that in a small way the study of English literature can help to add a refreshing and further dimension to a persons life.12.The author may agree that the study of English literature_.A.has a long-lasting influence on students B.is misguided and has more disadvantages C.is not necessary for second language learners D.only allows the students to learn the traditions ofEngland 13.We can learn from the passage that _.A.schools fail to care about students needs B.learning English literature makes students smarter C.English culture is closely related to English literature D.the more you read literary works,the more you complain 14.Whats the authors attitude towards the study of English literature?A.Critical.B.Cautious.C.Supportive.D.Anxious.15.Whats the best title of the passage?A.Parents and Students Demands B.Why We Learn English Literature C.English Culture and English Literature D.Suitable Courses for Secondary Schools 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 All parents know that young children are always energetic,eager to run,jumpand play.Turning that natural energy into competitive sports can help keep kids active and healthy as they grow.Competitive sports such as soccer，track，basketball and swimming can also help kids learn important life lessons about teamwork and fair play._16_.Learning How to Compete Joining in sports teaches children and teenagers how to compete in the real world.As they grow older,theyll face competition in school,in the workforce and other areas of life.But these competitions dont have to be negative（负面的）or unhealthy._17_.Understanding the Value of Exercise _18_ .In addition，many children who are active in sports are encouraged to eat healthier foods，such as fruits and vegetables.Improving Self-respect Improved self-respect is another benefit of competitive youth sports._19_.Even when he doesnt win,he can learn a valuable lesson:that you cant win every time.Losing with his team can also increase self-esteem,as he learns to hold his head high and feel proud for trying his best._20_ Youth sports can help stop negative behavior,such as joining a gang（帮派）,because competitive sports provide a way of expressing their energy,friendship and controlled attacking behaviour.Teens who have positive influences and friends feel less of a need to join in risky behaviors.A.Reducing Risky Behavior B.Developing Character Values C.Here are the benefits of competitive sports for youth D.If you try your hardest,you have a better chance to succeed E.When a child wins a game with his team,he feels recognized F.Taking part in competitive youth sports burns calories and helps to keep slim G.Playing sports can help kids understand how competition works in a friendly environment 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 In the process of celebratingmy 60th birthday with a 60 day kindness challenge,I got the greatest birthday surprise from my daughters.When they asked me what I_21_for my birthday,I said,please do a_22_act for someone in my _23_They took it way_24_ They got in_25_with all my friends and family members and asked them to do the_26_thing I had asked of them,as my birthday_27_.Then they asked them to_28_them after they had done their_29_and tell them what they had done.They also askedtheir friends to do the same.On my birthday,I was presented with a_30_scrapbook(剪贴簿）filled with pictures and all the kindness acts written out in their own words,_31_me what they had done and how it made them feel.The acts ranged from_32_frequent flyer miles(飞行积分）so someone could visit their mom,shortening showers duration(长度）to help with the water_33_,bringing an elderly neighbor coffee in the morning,stopping to buy a_34_person lunch,_35_at a Red Cross blood drive,to many,many other beautiful gestures.I cannot tell you how_36_I was by this gift,and even more touched that their young adult friends would_37_with such love and enthusiasm.I cannot_38_a better gift.I share this story with the_39_that many a beautiful someone”passes on this idea.The joy of it is_40_！21.A.wanted B.planned C.recommended D.suspected 22.A.brightness B.kindness C.happiness D.politeness 23.A.reputation B.belief C.honor D.trust 24.A.farther B.deeper C.bigger D.greater 25.A.trouble B.agreement C.touch D.tune 26.A.various B.precious C.meaningful D.same 27.A.present B.promise C.contribution D.sacrifice 28.A.talk to B.write to C.stare at D.look after 29.A.behaviour B.responsibility C.matter D.act 30.A.simple B.complicated C.gorgeous D.various 31.A.warning B.reminding C.telling D.explaining 32.A.providing B.donating C.lend