2021届广州市育才中学高中部高三英语第三次联考试题及答案解析.pdf

2021 届广州市育才中学高中部高三英语第三次联考试题及答案解析 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 Songkran,Thailand This festival marks the Thai New Year,which is celebrated in the second week of April.This is the hottest time of the year in Thailand,so it makes sense that the biggest Songkran tradition is to throw water on people.Thais of all ages join in water fights,using buckets,hoses(软管)and water guns to celebrate the event.Boryeong Mud Festival,South Korea Dont expect to come home clean after experiencing the Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea.Famous for its mineral-rich mudflats,visitors rush to Boryeong in July to make themselves in mud,swim in grey pools and enjoy the party.There are even mudslides and a mud skiing competition for those who are seeking the extreme mud adventure!La Tomatina,Spain The festival dates back to a parade in which some naughty teenagers knocked one performer off his stilts(高跷)and caused a fight of throwing vegetables accidentally.It was once banned until 1957 when the locals held a protest with a funeral.They carried a coffin containing a huge tomato as bands played a funeral march.In the following decades,La Tomatina has become a popular event.If you join the event,be aware that you squash(压扁)the tomato before throwing it.Have a great time but avoid causing any injury.Dia de los Muertos,Mexico Beginning at the midnight of October 31 and lasting through November 2,it is a festival when families gather together to remember those loved ones who have died,aiming to help them on their spiritual journey.On these days,Mexican families prepare special tables in their homes.On top of them theyll put photos of the dead and their favorite food.They also visit the graves of their beloved ones to show their respect to the dead.1.If you want to experience a special new year in a country,you can choose to visit _.A.Thailand B.South Korea C.Spain D.Mexico 2.What may happen to you as a visitor in La Tomatina?A.You can perform stilts.B.Your can play funeral music in bands.C.You may be covered with mud.D.You may be attacked with tomatoes.3.Which festival is similar to the Tomb Sweeping Festival in China?A.Songkran.B.Boryeong Mud Festival.C.La Tomatina.D.Dia de los Muertos.B An ancient tomb was recently discovered in southern Siberia in which there may be treasure,priceless objects,and the 3,000-year-old remains of an ice mummy.Swiss scientist Gino Caspari with the University of Bern was looking carefully at the pictures of the area in the Russian Tuva Republic,when he came across what appeared to be a tomb.It is a tomb of the Scythians,an ancient group of Eurasians.This summer,together with researchers from the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Hermitage Museum,a dig at the site not only proved Casparis idea,but told us the site is the largest and oldest of its kind ever discovered in whats increasingly known as the“Siberian Valley of the Kings.”While any discovery dating back to a period between the Iron Age and Bronze Age is exciting,its the nature of this site that makes scientists want to begin carefully clearing away the layers of rock and earth.First,the tomb appears to have never been dug,because it is in a Siberian wetland faraway from the nearest place where people live.Second,and most important,is its possible resting place under a thick layer of permafrost.“Theres permafrost in the area,”Caspari said.“There are really only a handful of permafrost tombs and very few that have not been damaged,where there have been ice mummies in good condition,and all the things in the tomb are untouched.”While not as large,other tombs discovered in the area have produced fantastical treasures and objects,including thousands of gold objects and other things about the past.By studying all these tombs,researchers hope to have a better understanding of the Scythian people.Caspari said his team is in a race against time to uncover the tomb and find out its secrets.“We now have to act fast,”he said,“because with the rising temperatures,the permafrost could melt and damage all the things in that tomb.And these are things that are over 3,000 years old,that look like new,like they were put there yesterday.”4.How did Caspari discover the tomb?A.By studying pictures.B.By visiting a Russian area.C.By talking with Russian researchers.D.By comparing other scientists,ideas.5.Why has the tomb remained untouched?A.It is covered by a lot of rocks.B.It is well kept by the Scythians.C.It is too small to draw attention.D.It is hidden in a wild cold place.6.Why do scientists want to uncover the tomb?A.To better protect the tomb.B.To save the treasures inside.C.To learn more about the Scythians.D.To have a good understanding of mummies.7.Why is Casparis team racing against time to dig the tomb?A.The tomb is too old.B.It is getting hotter and hotter.C.Some treasures are being damaged.D.They want to save time for other tombs.C The measurable threat to the environment has been worsened by the spread of COVID-19 that increases the need for plastic protective equipment.Most plastic is made from fossil fuels.Millions of tons of greenhouse gas are released from the development of these resources and plastic production and burning.The end life of plastic is just worrisome.Less than 10%of the plastic produced has been recycled.Even more of it has been burned.But the vast majority of plastic has been buried inland,and it is increasingly polluting the environment.We hear mostly about ocean plastic and the harm done to sea creatures that mistake plastic bags and bits for food.But microplastic is even more worrisome.Plastic doesnt break down biologically but instead breaks down into tiny particles（a very small piece of something）,which have been found in every corner of the planet,on land and in the air,in drinking water and food sources.Yet the public has not given this global environmental disaster the attention it requires.Instead,they have viewed single-use plasticwhich makes up about 40%of plastic used each yearas a litter issue that can be solved through better recycling and waste management.That attitude must change because the recent global breakdown of the market for recycling has made it clear that it has never been,nor ever will be,able to keep up with plastic trash use.California has been the forerunner of plastic waste reductionit was the first state to ban single-use plastic bags and may be the first state to transform the way goods are packaged.The state also came close to passing an act which would have required that products sold in plastic packaging in the state have a proven recycling rate of 75%by 2032.California,though influential,cant solve this crisis alone.The US has long been producing a great amount of plastic trash and it should engage in reducing the use of plastic as well.8.Why does the author mention the release of greenhouse gas in paragraph 1?A.To show the harm of plastic B.To warn of the climate change.C.To call for the development of fossil fuels.D.To highlight the importance of plastic equipment.9.Whats the authors attitude towards the public opinion on single-use plastic?A.Favorable.B.Tolerant.C.Curious.D.Opposed.10.Whats Californias role in reducing plastic waste?A.A pioneer.B.A failure.C.An objector.D.A predictor.11.What can be the best title for the text?A.Microplastic Products Are Harmful B.Waste Recycling Is an Urgent Matter C.Plastic Waste Pollution Is a Wake-up Call D.Global Environmental Disasters Are Increasing D At the foot of the Tianmu Mountain in Zhejiang,a homestay(民宿)is attracting travelers from far and wide,which has won architectural(建筑学的)medal at the 2021 German iF Design Awards.The owners of the homestay are a couple in their late 30s who decided to return to their hometown three years ago.Li Xiumei used to be in charge of a division at a company in Hangzhou,and her husband was a sales director.It was an ordinary situation where Lis husband was on business trips a lot and Li worked overtime on weekends.City life sometimes is not easy.In 2018,they quit jobs and went back to Dongtianmu village,which lies in a forest of bamboo.The first time they drove into the village was one late afternoon.The cooking smoke was rising from the foot of the mountain,which gave them a very different feeling form thecity.The homestay was built beside her husbands old countryside house.The old house is preserved(保留),while a brand-new building was built on its side and the whole site is made up of for courtyards.It has been updated to have a hall,a tea room,a kitchen,a dining room.Japanese cherry trees are planted in the east courtyard.A swimming pool is placed in the west courtyard,with a bar located on one side.Li and her husband love gardening and music,and their new home gives them enough space to continue their interests and relax in the heart of nature.Li wants to share the quiet country life,so she makes her new home a homestay.In 2019,the homestay became an online hit after guests shared their experiences on social media.“The longer I stay here,the more I feel it was the right choice to come back,and this is more meaningful than making money,”Li says.12.How did Li feel about city life?A.Satisfied.B.Tired.C.Attractive.D.Noisy.13.What impressed the couple when first driving to the village?A.The smoke of cooking.B.The forest of bamboo.C.The smell of the village.D.The feeling of loneliness.14.What can we infer about the homestay from paragraph 4?A.It is ancient and broken.B.It can hold many guests.C.It has been rebuilt bythe couple.D.It must have been carefully designed.15.Whats more meaningful than earning money according to Li?A.Continuing their music dream.B.Staying at the old house.C.Living in the countryside.D.Developing the economy of cities.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 No matter where you fall on the range of preference for online classes,you can always find ways to do better and improve theway you go about your studies to help you learn the material better.Read on for some tips for acting online classes.Read the syllabus(摘要)The syllabus is supposed to be your guide._16_.It should tell you basically everything you need to know forthe class.Anytime you have a question show your schedule,check the syllabus._17_ Note the deadlines.In an online class,it is unbelievably easy to let deadlines come to you or even pass you by before you even know it._18_.Make sure you meet the deadlines.If you are not watching or attending the lecture attentively,a professors reminder could easily be missed.However you need to do that or find doing that to be most effective,do it.Find writing things down in your online calendar(日历)?Do it.Ask questions _19_.Especially if you need extra support,do not be afraid to email your professors.Their job is to support you and answer yon questions,Professors do not actively want their students to fail,so if they can reasonably help yon out.they will._20_?Email them!Online classes can be taught.But knowing that and preparing for it is half the battle.Knowing these tips and strategies will help you explore the world of online learning when the rest of the events of the world might he bringing you down.A.Are there any specifications for it B.No one will be reminding you of it C.You shouldnt be afraid to message your professor D.It tells you what you are doing,when,why and how E.Do you have any questions about the topic your professor introduced F.Just read through it to know what is to come and the general knowledge of the class G.Keeping all the important dates in your hand is not the best way to explore your online 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 A mother battlingbreast cancer is feeling grateful for the kindness she received by a complete stranger.Amy Pettenato was_21_breakfast with her family at the Metropolis Diner when she noticed another family kept looking at her and smiling.Pettenato_22_they were looking at her because of her shaved head.“I got_23_,and teared up.I went into self-conscious mode about my_24_.It was the first time Id been out since Id shaved my head,”she said.“But then came the moment that changed the meaning of those glances_25_.The mom_26_and sits next to us and told me she was a 13 year breast cancer survivor.So we_27_for a bit and she wished me luck with everything Im going through and_28_me to stay positive.”Pettenato and her family finished_29_and asked for the check,but learned it had been paid by the kind_30_.They all looked at the waitress_31_and she said the woman next to them had paid their bill.The_32_woman who took five minutes out of her time to_33_Pettenato and share her experience.After the_34_had been shared in the Sachem moms Facebook group,a friend called and said he found her_35_.The woman wrote Pettenato and said_36_they might not know each other,they were“bonded as pink sisters”and shed paid it forward because she knew how_37_the struggle is for Pettenato right now.Pettenato says she_38_her story so others would know they are not facing the_39_alone.“My journey,”she said,“is going to be somebody elses support system.And positivity is_40_.”21.A.cooking B.ordering C.preparing D.enjoying 22.A.suggested B.assumed C.announced D.confirmed 23.A.sad B.disappointed C.angry D.exhausted 24.A.beauty B.hair C.clothes D.body 25.A.fortunately B.similarly C.completely D.generally 26.A.puts up B.makes up C.takes up D.gets up 27.A.argued B.discussed C.explained D.talked 28.A.reminded B.scolded C.warned D.persuaded 29.A.visiting B.talking C.eating D.imagining 30.A.manager B.stranger C.director D.host 31.A.puzzled B.embarrassed C.frightened D.shocked 32.A.usual B.extra C.ordinary D.same 33.A.admire B.comfort C.comment D.ignore 34.A.example B.message C.story D.adventure 35.A.angel B.companion C.partner D.assistant 36.A.while B.when C.if D.as 37.A.impossible B.necessary C.hard D.dangerous 38.A.published B.explained C.shared D.created 39.A.race B.campaign C.competition D.battle 40.A.wealth B.key C.title D.benefit 第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式 Adam Braun established the organization Pencils of Promise in 2008.Its goal is_41._(make)sure all children have a chance for education.It all started when he was a college student.Adam Braun was visiting India when_42._girl stopped him on the street and asked for money.He asked her what she desired_43._(much)of all in the world.Astonishingly，her answer was“a pencil”.The girl had never been to school before，and that was the_44._(real)for 57 million children around the world.After graduation，Adam Braun never forgot the girl and the problem of_45._(her).“We live in a world in which every single child can have access_46._quality education.So I was determined to create schools in other places_47._children are hungry for education.”Adam Braun began to raise money for his project through social media.“We are working hard to make sure that the program is not just beautiful ph