2021届广州市番禺区星海中学高三英语下学期期中试卷及答案解析.pdf

2021 届广州市番禺区星海中学高三英语下学期期中试卷及答案解析 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 Brooklyn Childrens Museum Founded in 1899 as the countrys first museum specifically made for children,today BCM is comprehensive,with a permanent collection of 30,000 objects,including musical instruments,masks and dolls.Kids love the interactive World Brooklyn,a small cityscape（城市风光）lined by stores where children can pretend to be working grown-ups.Childrens Museum of Manhattan Looking for interactive art that welcomes curious minds?Then head to Inside Art,the current show up at CMOM,which lets your little ones climb in and over and all around the exhibits.Its ideas like this that make the 40,000-square-foot so special.Learning about culture,history and science is a pride for kids aged six and under.CMOM also hosts classeslike Gross Biology for kids who are interested in insects-all designed with the latest child-development research in mind.DiMenna Childrens History Museum The hands-on displays at this kid-focused arm of the New York Historical Society transport children back through 350 years of US history,with a special focus on NYC.Children are encouraged to climb around and interact with exhibits that highlight the lives of kids who grew up to become famous doctors,athletes and political figures!Little New Yorkers can get in on sing-alongs and crafts.Other family programs include cookings classes,games and story hours.Staten Island Childrens Museum Staten Island Childrens Museum nurtures（培养）creativity.It offers hands-on experiences like the Block Harbor（plenty of blocks to play with!）,larger-than-life games like Connect Four and Dominoes,and even the opportunity to climb through a human-sized anthill or play firefighter at Ladder 11,so youll find immersive（沉浸式的）fun around every corner.Dont forget to stop by Green Living Room powered by the wind energy where the kids can learn about ways to reduce our carbon footprint.1.Which museum provides biology classes for kids?A.Brooklyn Childrens Museum.B.Staten Island Childrens Museum.C.Childrens Museum of Manhattan.D.DiMenna Childrens History Museum.2.What can kids do in DiMenna Childrens History Museum?A.Play interesting games with great firefighters.B.Know about famous peoples childhood lives.C.Run stores like adults in different small streets.D.Cook delicious local food with foreign athletes.3.Where can kids learn how to protect the environment?A.At Ladder 11.B.At the Block Harbor.C In Green Living Room.D.On a human-sized anthill.B A world in which extinct creatures could be brought back to life came a step closer yesterday.Australian scientists have managed to extract a gene from a preserved sample of a Tasmanian tiger and make it active.Thebreakthroughhas left them dreaming that one day they will be able to recreate the animal,which died out more than 70 years ago.And if it can be done with the Tasmanian tiger,it may also be possible to resurrect(复活)creatures that have been extinct for far longer.“There used to be a time when extinction meant forever,but no more,”said Professor Mike Archer.“We are now able to seriously challenge whether those animals that have gone for ever.What has been achieved is a very important step in bringing back those animals that are extinct.And while I think that technically it is still pretty difficult at the moment,we can now see the possibilities.Im personally convinced that the Tasmanian tiger will be brought back to life in my lifetime.”The breakthrough came after nine years of experiments by scientists at the University of Melbourne,who extracted a gene from one of several tigers preserved in alcohol in a Melbourne museum.They removed the equivalent gene from a mouse embryo implanted the tiger gene and then watched as the mouse continued to grow normally,suggesting the tiger gene had been activated.Team leader Dr.Andrew Pask said it was the first time DNA from an extinct species had been used to“induce(引起)a functional response in another living organism”.However,the animals entire gene structure would have to be revived in the same way to even begin the possibility of bringing the Tasmanian tiger back from the dead.Mick Mooney,a wildlife officer ofthe Tasmanian Government,was worried that such developments could encourage peoples indifference to the protection of endangered species.“If people think that we can bring animals back to life after theyve gone,they will start saying that there is nothing to worry about because we can fix it up later.”4.What does the underlined word“breakthrough”in the l paragraph refer to?A.Scientists have recreated new animals.B.Scientists have resurrected endangered animal.C.It has turned out that some creatures would not go extinct.D.A tiger gene has been extracted successfully and activated.5.Scientists are carrying out the experiments in order to _.A.bring extinct animals back to life B.transplant the genes of tigers into other animals C.find out what factors lead to the animals extinction D.find a new way to extract animals DNA 6.Mike Archer thinks that _.A.scientists now have no technological difficulty reconnecting extinct animals B.itll be a century or so before a Tasmanian tiger walks on the earth again C.humans have come closer in reconnecting extinct animals D.reconnecting extinct animals is impossible 7.We can learn from Mick Mooncys words that_.A.he thought it unnecessary to worry about endangered animals B.his opinion is in contrast with that of the Tasmanian Government C.he thought people should be encouraged to protect endangered animals D.he is concerned that bringing extinct animals back to life may have a negative effect C Jennifer Mauer has needed more willpower than the typical college student to pursue her goal of earning a nursing degree.That willpower bore fruit when Jennifer graduated from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and became the first in her large family to earn a bachelors(学士)degree.Jennifer grew up on a farm in a family of 10 children.Her dad worked at a job away from the farm,and her mother ran the farm with the kids.After high school,Jennifer attended a local technical college,working to pay her tuition(学费),because there was no extra money set aside for a college education.After graduation,she worked to help her sisters and brothers pay for their schooling.Jennifer now is married and has three children of her own.She decided to go back to college to advance her career and to be able to better support her family while doing something she loves:nursing.She chose the UW-Eau Claire program at Ministry Saint Josephs Hospital in Marshfield because she was able to pursue her four-year degree close to home.She could drive to class and be home in the evening to help with her kids.Jennifer received great support from her family as she worked to earn her degree:Her husband worked two jobs to cover the bills,and her 68-year-old mother helped take care of the children at times.Through it all,she remained in good academic standing and graduated with honors.Jennifer sacrificed(牺牲)a lot to achieve her goal,giving up many nights with her kids and missing important events to study.“Some nights my heart was breaking to have to pick between my kids and studying for exams or papers,”she says.However,her children have learned animportant lesson,witnessing their mother earn her degree.Jennifer is a first-generation graduate and an inspiration to her familyand thats pretty powerful.8.What did Jennifer do after high school?A.She helped her dad with his work.B.She ran the family farm on her own.C.She taught her sisters and brothers.D.She supported herself through college.9.Why did she choose the program at Ministry Saint Josephs Hospital?A.To learn from the best nurses.B.To take care of her kids easily at night.C.To save money for her parents.D.To find a well-paid job there.10.What did Jennifer sacrifice to achieve her goal?A.Her health.B.Her chance of promotion.C Her reputation.D.Her time with family.11.What can we learn from Jennifers story?A.Hard work pays off.B.Love breaks down barriers.C.Time is money.D.Education is the key to success.D A new look for technology,Solestroms new high-tech swimsuits promise to stand out all summer long.First in their new products is Solestroms new SmartSwimCMUV Smart Bikini featuring a smart UV meter.The bikini collects UV information through a smart fabric belt and reports the UV index to the wearer with 0.01 exactness.The electronic parts are neatly built into the removable belt,and can be worn even underwater.Next in the list is a lower cost cousin,the SmartSwimCMUV Index Detector Bikini,which has UV sensitive beads that change color1 with the level of UV intensity.The reading gives more of a range rather than an exact number,but for those who simply need to know if the UV is low,moderate or high,this bikini fits the bill.It is now available in Banana Split,more color1 s may become available later in the season.And finally,what could be better than a beach tote with built in energy source?No need to suffer dead batteries in your MP3,just plug them into your Solar Powered Beach Tote for on-the-go mobile charging.This beach tote combines fashion and functionality all in one,lightweight and roomy beach accessory.A built in solar panel charges fully most small electronics in only 2-3 hours of sunlight.Pauline Butler,Media Relations Manger at Solestrom states“the concept of blending fashion and technology is growing at amazing rate,and we are right on the leading edge.Our products are new,creative and meet the need of the young and environmentally conscious crowd.Solestroms SmartSwinirCMproducts retail from$98.99-$189.99，and can be found in their online store,S.12.What is the passage mainly about?A.Famous Solestrom and its Products.B.Fashionable and Functional Beach Tote.C.Smart swimsuits and Solar Powered Beach Tote.D.Where and How to Buy SmartSwirn and the Beach Tote.13.Why are UV sensitive beads used in the SmartSwirnCMUV Index Detector Bikini?A.To give an exact number.B.To know if the UV is low,moderate or high.C.To change color1 with the level of UV intensity.D.To improve the equality of the UV Index Detector Bikini.14.What can we know about Solar Powered Beach Tote?A.Its parts are fixed in the belt.B.It combines lightweight and functionality.C.It can tell the weaver the level of UV intensity.D.It saves people from worrying about dead batteries in their MP3.15.Who will prefer the new products mentioned in the text?A.The young people and the environmentalists.B.People who like to travel all over the world.C.People who love to buy goods online.D.People interested in the latest bag.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 We have been worried those days from time to time.Life is short,and we all need to have a good recall to realize that life can be very good._16_ Be optimistic.Think of life in the best aspect,and find the better side of any situation.You would be amazed at how much more positive sides three are in life than the usual negative sides._17_Dont waste a single second being sad,or bored,or even lonely.Get out and dance,and sing as if your life depends on it.You never know how long it is going to last.Be kind to everyone.Kindness is the true key to unlocking your own happiness and joy._18_Make as many friends as you can,and help them when they are down,as you never know when you will need them when time is hard.Be quiet and think about life.Sometimes just sit or stand somewhere peacefully and think about what you have achieved,what you are about to achieve,or what you want to achieve._19_You will feel more respectful of life.Live in the present.Forget about the past._20_Dont worry about the future,as you build it with each present moment,and if you forget to live in the moment,you would be surprised at how quickly youd missed the good time.A.And sometimes your mind will hit you.B.Changing your life attitude is necessary.C.Live every present moment to the fullest.D.Develop as many hobbies as possible.E.The following suggestions may be helpful.F.Because there is nothing you can do about it.G.When others notice your kindness,they will pleasingly return it.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 Early in my career,I was always shocked by the fact that“expensive”hotels charged extra money for things like Internet access and movies.At the same time,many_21_hotels included everything.Although these less expensive hotels did not have_22_lobbies(大 堂),they did offer the things that a young and tired_23_would want:a clean room and a quiet environment.For the high prices you pay at nice hotels,everything should be_24_.They should give refunds(退款)for the things you dont_25_instead of tricking their customers.I once read an article about a government officer who was invited to a very expensive restaurant inWashington.The restaurants food and service were both_26_.But there was something that ruined his_27_:the officer was charged1 for the ice in his7 mixed drink.The fact that he was charged the extra dollar_28_-instead of just being charged8-made him so_29_that instead of talking about how wonderful everything was at the restaurant,he_30_talked about the21._31_,he never went back to that restaurant again.I see the_32_thing is starting to happen in the airline industry.For example,American Airlines is charging22.50 for snacks and7 for meals.Unbelievably,sodas and water are still_33_.The airline should just charge a_34_price and give you a refund for what you dont want or use.This will put more power in the hands of a_35_-the airline might be surprised to find that people are willing to_36_extra services.Just imagine what could happen if you just trust your customers to make their own_37_?So remember,dont_38_your customers.Instead,charge what you think your service or product is worth and take it from there.This way,you can remove_39_services in exchange for lower prices.It becomes a win-win for you and your customers by sharing buying decisions and therefore giving your customers more_40_.23.A.brilliant B.affordable C.comfortable D.international 24.A.well-developed B.well-organized C.well-decorated D.well-known 25.A.businessman B.explorer C.student D.traveler 26.A.charged B.accepted C.included D.improved 27.A.use B.buy C.eat D.like 28.A.tasty B.ordinary C.disappointing D.excellent 29.A.activity B.excitement C.adventure D.experience 30.A.completely B.exactly C.separately D.totally 31.A.annoyed B.satisfied C.ashamed D.stressed 32.A.still B.indeed C.hardly D.only 33.A.After all B.As a result C.So far D.To be honest 34.A.same B.different C.funny D.strange 35.A.fresh B.average C.free D.available 36.A.higher B.lower C.better D.cheaper 37.A.employer B.customer C.visitor D.manager 38.A.ask for B.prepare for C.apply for D.pay for 39.A.plans B.minds C.choices D.changes 40.A.embarrass B.cheat C.lose D.puzzles 41.A.terrible B.basic C.unnecessary D.public 42.A.freedom B.