2020届无锡辅成实验学校高三英语第三次联考试题及答案.pdf

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1、20202020 届无锡辅成实验学校高三英语第三次联考试题及答案届无锡辅成实验学校高三英语第三次联考试题及答案第一部分第一部分阅读（共两节，满分阅读（共两节，满分4 40 0 分）分）第一节（共第一节（共 1515 小题；每小题小题；每小题 2 2 分，满分分，满分 3030 分）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 AMarch means spring inSt.Louis.The city hosts plentyof events both indoor and outdoor that makeMarch a perfect crowd-free m

2、onth to visit.You may even want to plan your trip around it.See the Butterflies at Morpho Mardi GrasPHONE+1314-577-0888In the Butterfly House inFaustPark,thousands of bright blue butterflies are on display.These butterflies types found mostly in South America,Mexico,and Central America include over

3、29 different species and 147subspecies(亚种）,making the venue a wonderful place for kids,as they can learn about the critical role butterfliesplay in nature.Enjoy March Madness with Arch MadnessPHONE+1314-622-5400March is the best time of the year for basketball fans.The action inSt.Louisbegins with M

4、arch Madness,theMissouri Valley Conference Tournament.Games take place during the first week in March at theScottradeCenter.Catch a Fabulous Fox Theatre Broadway ShowPHONE+1314-534-1111Each month,the Fabulous Fox Theatre hosts a variety of touring Broadway shows.And while tickets areslightly cheaper

5、 than that inNew York City,the quality of the performances doesnt lack one bit.Check theschedule and buy tickets ahead of time,as the shows generally fill the venue.Celebrate World Eagle Day at the World Bird SanctuaryPHONE+1636-225-4390World Eagle Day is celebrated with live eagle presentations,edu

6、cational activities and games.LearnaboutAmericas national symbol,as well as other foreign species.Get your photo taken with your favorite bird oradopt an eagle.1.Which of the following is attractive to kids?A.Seeing the Butterflies at Morpho Mardi Gras.B.Enjoying March Madness with Arch Madness.C.Ca

7、tching a Fabulous Fox Theatre Broadway Show.D.Celebrating World Eagle Day at the World Bird Sanctuary.2.If you are a basketball fan,you can call_.A.+1314-577-0888B.+1314-622-5400C.+1314-534-1111D.+1636-225-43903.Why does the author recommend the Fabulous Fox Theatre?A.It is one of the branches of Br

8、oadway.B.It isnot far away fromNew York City.C.It doesnt charge the audience for tickets.D.It provides wonderful shows with cheaper tickets.BNostalgia(怀旧)has become increasingly common in our current climate of accelerated,unexpected change.More and more Americans are turning back with longing towha

9、t feels like simpler,sweeter times.They collectcassette tapes,manual typewriters even decades-old video games.Is it a mistake to get too obsessed with the past?Some psychologists warn that too much devotion to theso-called good old days is an escape from reality;it can indicate loneliness or that a

10、person is having a difficulttime coping in the present.Psychologist Stephanie Coontz argues that nostalgia distracts us from addressing theproblems of modern life and contribute to anxiety,depression,insomnia etc.But new studies suggest that a modest dose of nostalgia is not only harmless,but actual

11、ly beneficial.Theysuggest it helps strengthen our sense of identity and makes us feel more optimistic and inspired.It is also a toolfor self discovery and memories are a psychological immune response that is triggered when you want to take abreak from negativity.Interestingly,those happy memories ca

12、n be particularly beneficial both to kids in their teensand to societys elders.Recalling our childhood reminds us of“the times when we were accepted and lovedunconditionally,says Krystine Batcho,a psychologist.That is such a powerfully comforting phenomenon,knowing that there was a time in life when

13、 we didnt have to earn our love.Nostalgia can transform even themost ordinary past into legends which warms the heart and the body.Lets not forget that nostalgia has been asource of inspiration to innumerable American writers.Mark Twain recalled his boyhood,writing,after all theseyears,I can picture

14、 that old time to myself now,just as it was then：The white town drowsing in the sunshine of asummers morning.So go ahead,daydream a little about your best childhood friend,your first car,a long-gone family pct.As Dr.Sedikidessays，Nostalgia is ly central to human experience.But at the same time,keep

15、these words of wisdomfrom the great inventor Charles Kettering in mind as well：You cant have a better tomorrow if you are thinkingabout yesterday all the time.34.What did some psychologists in paragraph 2 probably agree?A.Nostalgia will cause some mental problems.B.Nostalgia makes us devoted to the

16、good old days.C.Nostalgia shows you are trying to get rid of loneliness.D.Nostalgia helps us cope with the difficult time we are going through.5.There are many benefits of nostalgia except _A.It can enable us to know ourselves better.B.It can bring us some comfort when we recall.C.We are likely to g

17、ain attention if we recall the happy childhood.D.We can sometimes break away from negativity with happy memories.6.What will be talked about in the following paragraph?A.The bad influence of too much devotion to nostalgia.B.The reasons why we should avoid nostalgia.C.The bad memories that always sti

18、ck around you.D.The great changes nostalgia will bring to you.7.Whats the best title of the passage?A.We all have a soft spot for nostalgia.B.Nostalgia is actually good for you.C.Dont be carried away by nostalgia.D.There are many times when we like to recall.CI had very good parents.My mother came t

19、oAmericafromScotlandby herself when she was 11,and she didnthave much education.My dad was kind of a street kid,and he eventually went into the insurance business,sellingnickel policies door to door.One day,my dad asked his boss,“Whats the toughest market to sell?”and theinsurance guy replied“Well,b

20、lack people.They dont buy insurance.”My dad thought,but they have kids;theyhave families.Why wouldnt they buy insurance?So he said,“Give meHarlem.”When my dad died in 1994,I talked about him onThe Tonight Show.I told thestory of how he worked inHarlem and how he always taught us to be open-minded an

21、d not to say or think things of racism(种族主义).Thenone day,I got a letter from a woman who was about 75 years old.She wrote that when she was a little girl,a man used to come to her house to collect policies.She said thisman was the only white person who had ever come to dinner at their house.The man

22、was very kind to her,shesaid,and his name was Angelowas this my father?The letter made me cry.I called her up and said yes,that was in fact my dad,and she told me how kind hehad been to her family.Her whole attitude toward white people was based on that one nice man she met in herchildhood,who alway

23、s treated her with kindness and respect and always gave her a piece of candy.From thisexperience,I learned a valuable life lesson:never judge people and be open-minded and kind to others.8.What did my father do after knowing what was the toughest market to sell?A.He asked his boss to give him some i

24、nsurance.B.He went toScotlandto improve his education.C.He specially went to white families with kids.D.He choseHarlemto face the toughest challenge.9.What can we learn from the third paragraph?A.It was rare that a businessman had dinner in his customers house.B.Angelo was the only white person to s

25、ell insurance inHarlem.C.The little girl admired Angelo very much.D.Racism was a serious problem inAmericaat that time.10.Which of the following can best describe the authors father?A.Stubborn and generous.B.Patient and intelligent.C.Determined and open-minded.D.Confident and romantic.11.What can be

26、 the best title of the passage?A.Memories from a TV Show.B.A Letter from an Old Lady.C.Life Lessons from My Father.D.My Fathers Experience inHarlem.DThe beach may seem like an inviting place to run on a cool summer morning,but is running on the sand goodfor your body?It can be,but its important to b

27、e aware of the challenges that some beach runners experiencebefore you get ready.Running on the beach can be a good thing.Its certainly different from running on a track or a pavement.Forstarters,sand can be a challenge because it has an uneven(不平坦的)surface.As you push off,youre going tolose some of

28、 your push as the sand moves.So,youre not going to be able to push yourself forward as you wouldon a track or a pavement.But this unevenness has anupside:It gives your body an extra workout,forcing you toexercise muscles that dont get as much use during runs on firm surfaces.For example,your feet,an

29、kles and lowerback might feel sorer and more tired than usual after a beach run just because the surface is constantly movingand changing step to step.You also might feel sore afterward because beaches tend to slope(倾斜)down to the water.If youre goingfor a long run on the beach,you might notice that

30、 one side of your body might feel sorer because youre puttingmore pressure on it due to the slope.Some beach runners prefer to run barefoot not wearing anything on feet.However,if youre not used tobarefoot running,start slowly and dont run long distances at first.Thats because running barefoot uses

31、moredifferent muscles than running with shoes does,and its important to strengthen these muscles and adapt yourfeet.If you want to run barefoot and as long as you run carefully enough into it,go for it!Running on the sand can be a smart choice for you,because running on softer ground surfaces can re

32、ducemuscle damage.12.Why is it difficult to run on the beach for starters?A.The soft surface makes people fall over easily.B.People need to run carefully on its smooth surface.C.Running on its uneven surface takes much effort.D.Its hard to keep ones balance on its hard surface.13.Which of the follow

33、ing best explains“upside”underlined in Paragraph 2?A.Advantage.B.Reason.C.Character.D.Challenge.14.Whats the authors attitude to barefoot running?A.Critical.B.Supportive.C.Doubtful.D.Uncaring.15.The passage can probably be found in _.A.A primary school textbookB.A tourist guideC.A sports magazineD.A

34、 scientific report第二节（共第二节（共 5 5 小题；每小题小题；每小题 2 2 分，满分分，满分 1 10 0 分）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Drugs are chemicals that change the way a persons body works.Youve probably heard that drugs are bad foryou,but what does that mean and why are they bad?Medicines Are Legal Drugs_16_you alr

35、eady know about one kind of drugs.Medicines are legal drugs,meaning doctors are allowedto prescribe them for patients,stores can sell them,and people are allowed to buy them.Illegal DrugsWhen people talk about a drug problem,they usually mean abusing legal drugs or using illegal drugs,suchas cocaine

36、（冰毒）and heroin to get“high”._17_Illegal drugs arent good for anyone,but they are particularly bad for a kid or teen whose body is still growing。Illegal drugs can damage the brain,heart,and other important organs.Cocaine,for instance,can cause a heartattack-even in a kid or teen.While using drugs,peo

37、ple are also less able to do well in school,sports,and otheractivities.Its often harder to think clearly and make good decisions._18_Why Do People Use Illegal Drugs?Sometimes kids and teens try drugs to fit in with a group of friends._19_Someone may use illegal drugsfor many reasons,but often becaus

38、e they help the person escape from reality for a while._20_And using drugs often causes other problems on top of the problems the person had in the firstplace.Somebody who uses drugs might need professional help to slop using drugs.A grownup can help theperson find the treatment needed to stop using

39、 drugs.Another way kids can help kids is by choosing not to try oruse drugs.A.Why Are Illegal Drugs Dangerous?B.Are Illegal Drugs Dangerous for People?C.Drugs dont solve problems,of course.D.Or they might be curious or just bored.E.When you are not feeling well or right,F.If youve ever been sick and

40、 had to take medicine,G.People can do dangerous things when they use drugs.第二部分第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分语言运用（共两节，满分4545 分）分）第一节（共第一节（共 2020 小题；每小题小题；每小题 1.51.5 分，满分分，满分 3030 分）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Ive learned a lesson that accepting kindness is important,too.Im a social worker and havebee

41、n_21_more time recently with those unlucky people that some might say are less_22_.I had awonderful interaction(互动)this past week,when I had the_23_of being the receiver of kindness.I wasspeaking to a gentleman who has bad luck and is in_24_.We were just talking for a while and gettingto_25_each oth

42、er.Towards the end of our evening he said he wanted to_26_me a hamburger at the nearby fast foodrestaurant.In time before,I would have_27_that he let me buy him a meal,since he had agreater_28_than I.But my kindness experience has taught me the_29_of being a good receiver,too.So Itold him if he_30_w

43、anted to do that I would be_31_to share a meal with him.It was great!He was so happy to be able to_32_something like that and he was_33_the entire time.I felt glad to_34_the wonderful feeling of someones giving.We_35_some great conversation and I couldsee it_36_so much to him.As we parted ways,inste

44、ad of me feeling bad that he probably spent his last few_37_on our meal,Ismiled and felt with a wonderful_38_of connection and gratitude.Its not only fun to be a receiver ofkindness,_39_this also gives someone else the chance to be the_40_.That is important,too.21.A.wastingB.killingC.spendingD.savin

45、g22.A.activeB.fortunateC.famousD.familiar23.A.chanceB.priceC.rightD.method24.A.returnB.prisonC.commonD.trouble25.A.knowB.hateC.loveD.encourage26.A.borrowB.buyC.makeD.show27.A.noticedB.demandedC.orderedD.insisted28.A.needB.lifeC.wishD.wealth29.A.truthB.powerC.importanceD.base30.A.exactlyB.reallyC.sel

46、flesslyD.briefly31.A.happyB.generousC.sadD.peaceful32.A.createB.refuseC.ignoreD.do33.A.regrettingB.shoutingC.smilingD.praising34.A.send outB.take awayC.calm downD.go through35.A.missedB.avoidedC.sharedD.judged36.A.changedB.remainedC.lostD.meant37.A.choicesB.dollarsC.effortsD.times38.A.sightB.prideC.

47、actD.sense39.A.andB.orC.butD.so40.A.giverB.helperC.receiverD.donator第二节（共第二节（共 1 10 0 小题；每小题小题；每小题 1.51.5 分，满分分，满分 1515 分）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Have you ever felt bad for sitting around and doing nothing?Now the University of Fine Arts in Hamburg,Germany,_41._(offer)“idleness grants(闲人奖学

48、金)”of 1,600 euros(around 13,000 yuan)to threestudents who_42._convince people theyd make the best of their“active inactivity(不作为)”.Students self-recommendation must_43._(hand)in by September 15.According to The Guardian,the_44._(apply)includes only four questions:What do you not want to do?For how l

49、ong do you not wantto do it?Why is it important to not do this thing_45._particular?Why are you the right person not to do it?Applicants are free_46._(choose)the form and length of their inactivity.For example,_47._youdecide youre not going to sleep,then you can only do that for a couple of days.But

50、 if you say you are not going toshop,then thats something you can do for a lot_48._(long),The Guardian noted.The idea behind the project came from a discussion about the“contradiction(矛 盾)of asociety_49._promotes sustainability while valuing success,”Friedrich von Borries,the architect and designthe