2021届当阳市第一高级中学高三英语期中考试试卷及参考答案.pdf

2021 届当阳市第一高级中学高三英语期中考试试卷及参考答案 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 Look at Some Greatest Bookstores Another Country Kreuzberg,Berlin,Germany.Another Country is an English Language second hand bookshop which is mostly used as a library.They have about 20,000 books that you can buy or borrow.Some regular events are held at the shop,such as readings,cultural events,social evenings and film nights.Atlantis Books Oia,Santorini,Greece.Atlantis Books is an independent bookshop on the island of Santorini,Greece.It was founded in 2004 by a group of friends from Cyprus,England,and the United States.Throughout the year it has hosted literary festivals,film screenings,book readings,and good old fashioned dance parties.Barts Books Ojai,California.U.S.A.“The Worlds Greatest Outdoor Bookstore”,a bookstore founded by Richard Bartinsdale in 1964.Shelves of books face the street,and regular customers are asked to drop coins into the doors coin box to pay for any books they take whenever the store is closed.Adrian Harrington since 1971.Rare books:rare first editions;leather bound sets and general antiquarian(古玩).Address:64a Kensington Church Street,Kensington,London,England,UK.Corso Como Bookshop Milan,Italy.Extensive selection of publication on art architecture,design graphics and fashion,along with a strong emphasis on photography.It was founded in 1990 in Milan,Italy,by Carla Sozzamil.The Bookworm China.A bookshop,library,bar,restaurant and event space,now with four divisions in three cities Beijing,Suzhou and Chengdu.The interconnecting rooms with floor-to-ceiling books on every wall are light and airy in summer,yet warm and comfortable in winter.1.What can you do in Atlantis Books?A.Enjoy rare books.B.Attend a festival.C.Learn photography.D.Buy books anytime.2.Which bookstore has the longest history?A.Adrian Harrington.B.Atlantis Books.C.Barts Books.D.Corso Como Bookshop.3.How is The Bookworm different from the others?A.It is used as a library.B.It focuses on photography.C.It hosts all sorts of activities.D.It has branches in different cities.B A nurse has fulfilled(实现)a promise she made to her patient four years ago to one day attend her daughters graduation from nursing school.Edina Habibovic,22,graduated from Chamberlain Universitys College of Nursing in 2020.Her mother,Sevala Habibovic,46,died in2017 after a two year fight with breast cancer.“I thought the medical field wasnt for me.Then,my mom got sick and I had all the experience going in and out of the hospital,”Edina toldGood MorningAmerica.“When my mom passed away,I thought,I want to dothis.”she said.Sanja Josipovic,who at the time worked as a home health nurse with Northwestern Medicine in Winfield,Illinois,cared for Sevala inside her home.They often chatted and shared the latest news with each other over six months of care.“She was most worried about Edina because she was young and hadnt finished school yet,”Sanja said.“We are like sisters;we care about and trust each other.She was a powerful and strong minded woman.She wasnt scared to die;she was just worried about her kids and husband.”Edina said her mother lived for being with her family and taking care of people.“When Sanja was working,my mom would still try to make her something to eat,no matter how sick she was,”Edina added.When Sevalas life was coming to an end,she asked Sanja to take her place at her youngest daughters nursing school graduation.“That was the only thing she was going to miss.Edinas graduation,”said Sanja,who is a mother of three herself.She agreed.Due to COVID-19,there was no graduation or pinning ceremony.Edinas manager at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital decided to host a pinning ceremony for her and have Sanja present the pin.“Sanja has fulfilled her promise,”Edina said.Edina and Sanja are now caring for patients alongside one another as colleagues at Marianjoy.4.What does the underlined word“this”in paragraph 3 refer to?A.Leaving the hospital B.Working as a nurse C.Facing death positively D.Caring for Edinas mother 5.What can be learned about Sanja and Sevala?A.They enjoyed volunteering B.They were cancer survivors C.They had unhappy marriages D.They developed a close bond 6.What would be Sevalas regret?A.The loss of the chance to study medicine B.Her absence from Edinas school graduation C.Failing to keep the promise made to Sanja D.Never cooking a good meal for her husband 7.How did Sanja fulfill her promise?A.By taking care of Edina and her family B.By helping Edina enter her dream hospital C.By attending a special ceremony for Edina D.By managing to become Edinas colleague C Bertha von Suttner received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1905she was the first woman to receive it,and also the inspiration for the creation of the Nobel Prize.She met Alfred Nobel,a rich millionaire,by answering hisnewspaper ad for a secretary.Although she only worked for him for a few weeks,she remained good friends with Alfred Nobel for the next 20 years.When she became involved in the peace movement inEurope,she promised to keep Nobel informed of its progress.When Alfred Nobel died in 1896,his will included the establishment of a peace prize,thanks to Bertha von Suttners influence.Bertha von Suttner was born in an aristocratic(贵族)military family,but she spent the second half of her life working for peace.She wrote books,attended peace conferences,gave lectures and helped organize peace societies inAustria,GermanyandHungary,as well as the International Peace Bureau inSwitzerland.Her novel Lay Down your Arms,was one of the most influential anti-war books of all time,and helped to make her a leader of the peace movement in Europe.Its end to war theme was both the ambition(抱负)and the most important goal in the life of this great woman.Bertha von Suttner worked so hard for peace because she believed that a terrible war would break out inEuropeif nations didnt work hard to establish lasting peace institutions.She made many major achievements for a more peaceful world,but two months after she died,World War I broke out.A hundred years after she won the Nobel Peace Prize,nations still seem to view war as a choice to work out their problems.But like Bertha von Suttner did,many today are working hard around the world to help strengthen peace institutions and spread the idea that its time to put an end to war.8.Which of the following is true about Bertha von Suttner?A.She worked for Alfred Nobel for 20 years.B.She helped Alfred Nobel draw up his will.C.She persuaded Alfred Nobel to join the peace movement.D.She inspired Alfred Nobel to establish the Nobel Peace Prize.9.Paragraph 3 is mainly about Bertha von Suttners _.A.efforts and contributions to the peace movement.B.family background and work experiences.C.writing career and life experiences.D.ambition and goals in life.10.What do we know aboutLay Doun Your Arms?A.It was based on a true story.B.It recorded Bertha von Suttners daily life.C.It was about an aristocratic military family.D.It showed Bertha von Suttners wish for peace.11.What can we infer about Bertha von Suttner from the last paragraph?A.Her fight for peace is still shared by many.B.She failed to found peace institutions.C.She successfully predicted awar.D.She lost her life in World War I.D Shanghairesidents passing through the citys eastern Huangpu district in Octobermight have astonished at an unusual sight:a“walking”building.An 85-year-old primary school has been lifted off the ground in its entirety and relocated using new technology named the“walking”machine.In the citys latest effort to preserve historic structures,engineers used nearly 200 mobile supports under the five-story building.The supports act like robotic legs.Theyre split into two groups which in turns rise up and down,imitating the human step.Attached sensors help control how the building moves forward.TheLagenaPrimary School,which weighs 7,600 tons,faced a new challenge its T-shaped,while previously relocated structures were square or rectangular.Experts and technicians met to discuss possibilities and test a number of different technologies before deciding on the“walking machine”.Over the course of 18 days,the building was rotated 21degrees and moved 62 meters away to its new location.The old school building is set to become a center for heritage protection and cultural protection.The project marks the first time this“walking machine”method has been used inShanghaito relocate a historical building.In recent years,Chinas rapid modernization has seen many historic buildingsrazedto clear land for skyscrapers and office buildings.But there has been growing concern about the architectural heritage loss as a result of destruction across the country.Shanghaihas beenChinas most progressive city when it comes to heritage preservation.The survival of a number of 1930s buildings in the famous Bund district and 19th-century“Shikumen”houses in the repaired Xintiandi neighborhood has offered examples of how to give old buildings new life.The city also has a track record of relocating old buildings.In 2018,the city relocated a 90-year-old building in Hongkou district,which was then considered to beShanghais most complex relocation project to date.12.How did the primary school get moved?A.By reducing the weight of it.B.By using movable supports.C.By dividing it into several parts.D.By using robotic legs.13.What does the underlined word“razed”probably mean in Paragraph 5?A.Replaced.B.Burnt.C.Protected.D.Destroyed.14.What can we infer about the heritage preservation inChina?A.The use of advanced technology leads to growing concern.B.Shanghai is the pioneer in preserving architectural heritage.C.A number of old buildings have been given new life.D.Many historic buildings will be relocated.15.What is the passage mainly about?A.New preservation campaigns are launched inChina.B.New technology gives new life to historic buildings.C.A building inShanghai“walks”to a new location.D.“Walking machine”makes heritage protection simpler.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 As a child,being sent to bed early seemed like the biggest punishment you could possibly get,but nowadays we know better.A good nights sleep ensures that you feel fit duringthe day,and it is therefore not an unnecessary luxury.Are you not sleeping well at night?_16_Fortunately,there are some small things you can do to help you sleep better at night.Dont drink that cup of coffee in the evening.It can be so nice to have a cup of coffee after dinner,but if you have trouble falling asleep in the evening,it is best to avoid“the cup of comfort”._17_Even if youve always been able to handle caffeine(咖啡因)well,it can still cause some sleep problem.Take more magnesium(镁)._18_Eating magnesium-rich foods can help you sleep better at night.Some examples of this are fish,chicken,bananas and leafy vegetables._19_ If you want to be indreamland by eleven oclock,it sounds a bit extreme to put your phone away at eight oclock.It takes some time getting used to,but according to lifestyle website,Her,it makes a big difference.Create a playlist with calming music.Some enjoy phone checking before going to sleep,but you could also listen to calming music before going to bed._20_Instead of talking on the phone before you go to bed,listen to the calming music you have chosen,and you will fall asleep a lot more relaxed.A.Then you know how annoying this can be.B.You can make a list of your preferred songs.C.Put your phone away three hours before bed.D.Good bedding also promotes your nights sleep.E.We all know that caffeine can keep us awake at night.F.It can be nice to take a quiet moment before bed with a cup of coffee.G.Some studies find a link between poor sleep and insufficient intake of this element.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 girl complained to her father about her life and how things were so hard for her.Without a_21_,the father tookhis daughter to the kitchen.He filled three pots with_22_and placed each on a high_23_.In one he placed carrots,in the second eggs,and in the last coffee beans.The daughter sucked her teeth and waited_24_,wondering what he was doing.In about twenty minutes the father turned off the heat.He_25_the carrots and eggs out and placed them in two plates.Then he poured the coffee into a cup.He asked_26_,“Darling,what do you see?”“Carrots,eggs,and coffee.”she replied.He asked her to_27_the carrots.She did and said they were_28_.Then he asked her to take an egg and_29_it.After pulling off the shell,she_30_the hard-boiled egg.Finally,he asked her to drink the coffee.She_31_,as she tasted its rich aroma(芳香).“What does it_32_,Father?”She asked.He explained that each of them had_33_the same adversity(困境),boiling water,but each reacted_34_.The carrot went in strong and hard but it turned soft and_35_.The egg had been fragile,but after sitting through the boiling water its_36_became hardened.The coffee beans were_37_,however,after they were in the boiling water,they had_38_the water.“Which are you?”Father asked his daughter.She was then wordless as if_39_in thought.When adversity knocks on your door,how do you_40_?Are you a carrot,an egg or a coffee bean?21.A.comment B.joy C.result D.word 22.A.milk B.water C.sand D.oil 23.A.place B.roof C.fire D.stove 24.A.angrily B.impatiently C.quietly D.nervously 25.A.fished B.handed C.picked D.pulled 26.A.coldly B.eagerly C.gently D.slowly 27.A.feel B.eat C.get D.wash 28.A.red B.hot C.soft D.fresh 29.A.draw B.see C.try D.break 30.A.cut B.observed C.touched D.hold 31.A.agreed B.hesitated C.smiled D.cried 32.A.become B.mean C.have D.want 33.A.escaped B.found C.realized D.faced 34.A.differently B.quickly C.immediately D.positively 35.A.small B.bad C.weak D.mild 36.A.heart B.inside C.content D.surface 37.A.black B.tasty C.solid D.unique 38.A.mixed B.dyed C.change D.ruined 39.A.absorbed B.trapped C.got D.pushed 40.A.do B.respond C.explain D.behave 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 Directions:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.Causes of and Solutions to Frugal Fatigue(节俭疲劳症)Have you ever attempted to save money to such a degree that you are not enjoying your life anymore?If so,you could be suffering from frugal fatigue.Simply_41._(put),frugal fatigue refers to being sick and tired of attempting to save every penny that you earn.When you are determined to prioritize your savings,it can be initially_42._(tempt)to cut out every single luxury item from your budget.However,the problem with this strategy is that in the long run,you may experience burnout from allowing yourself no luxuries whatsoever.Frugal fatigue can be compared to extreme dieting.Someone attempting to diet in order to lose