2020届曲阜市吴村镇中心中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析.pdf

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1、20202020 届曲阜市吴村镇中心中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析届曲阜市吴村镇中心中学高三英语期中试卷及答案解析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 AThe question of whether our government should promote science and technology or the liberal arts in highereducation isnt

2、 an either/or one,although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM(science,technology,engineering,maths)-related fields can make it seem that way.The latest congressional report acknowledges the critical importance of technical training,but also insiststhat the study of the humani

3、ties and social sciences must remain central elements of Americas educationalsystem at all levels.Both areas are the key to producing citizens who can participate effectively in our democraticsociety,become innovative leaders,and benefit from the spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great

4、ideas of mankind over time provides.Parents and students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates job prospects astechnological advances and changes in domestic and global markets transform professions in ways that reducewages and cut jobs.Under these circumstances,its nat

5、ural to look for what may appear to be the most“practical”way out of the problem;“major in a subject designed to get you a job”seems the obvious answer to some,thoughthis ignores the fact that many disciplines in the humanities characterized as“soft”often,in fact,lead toemployment and success in the

6、 long run.Indeed,according to surveys,employers have expressed a preference forstudents who have received a broadly-based education that has taught them to write well,think critically,researchcreatively,and communicate easily.Moreover,students should be prepared not just for their first job,but for

7、their 4th and 5th jobs,as thereslittle reason to doubt that people entering the workforce today will be called upon to play many different rolesover the course of their careers.The ones who will do the best in this new environment will be those whoseeducations have prepared them to be flexible.The a

8、bility to take advantage of every available tool andinsightpicked up from science,arts,and technologyto solve the problems of the future,and seize theopportunities,will be helpful to them and the nation.1.What does the latest congressional report suggest?A.STEM-related subjects help students find jo

9、bs in the information society.B.The humanities and STEM subjects should be given equal importance.C.The liberal arts in higher education help enrich students spiritual life.D.Higher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society.2.What is the main concern of students when they choose

10、 a major?A.Their interest in relevant subjects.B.The academic value of the courses.C.The quality of education to receive.D.Their chances of getting a good job.3.What does the author say about the so called“soft”subjects?A.They benefit students in their future life.B.They broaden students range of in

11、terests.C.They just improve students communication skills.D.They are essential to students healthygrowth.BDisease-carrying mosquitoes can spread diseases without affecting themselves.Nearly 700 million people geta mosquito-borne illness each year,which results in over one million deaths.Humans exper

12、ience continuouspressures from disease-carrying mosquitoes in many parts of the world,so we have to find ways to fight againstthose insects because they keep getting scarier.Even though DEET remains the most commonly used,and most powerful,mosquito repellent ever developed,scientists are actively pu

13、rsuing effective products based entirely on plant oils.While DEET is an effective contactrepellent,many people dislike the oily feel and smell on their skin,and sometimes some people are sensitive to it.Consumers are always interested in alternatives to DEET and other synthetic repellents,so there a

14、re numerousnatural repellents on the market.In his lab atIowaStateUniversity,Dr.Joel Coats and his team have successfully tested these repellents againstthree species of dangerous mosquitoes.The first group of the new repellents act through the air.These chemicalshave a vapor action that provides pr

15、otection,and they are called“spatial”repellents,since they act through space.These are potentially most useful in backyards,parks,and houses.The other group are the classic ones that stopinsects from standing on a treated surface,such as human skin,clothing or tents;collaborators at the USDA-ARSand

16、BioGents have conducted testing with humans to confirm the effectiveness and identify the very best ones.The new repellents were designed and made from the natural materials in plant essential oils.They maintainmany of the advantages of the natural repellents:They are fully biodegradable,with no eco

17、logical concerns orenvironmental wastes,and generally considered safe like the thousands of types of plant essential oils used in theflavor and perfume industries.However,thorough testing will be conducted to determine if they are trulynon-poisonous because there is still no enough evidence.4.What d

18、oes the author mainly want to show in paragraph 1?A.The way mosquitoes spread disease.B.The high death rate of mosquito-borne illness.C.The difficulty of fighting disease-carrying mosquitoes.D.The urgency of finding tools to fight against mosquitoes.5.What is a disadvantage of DEET?A.It wont be effe

19、ctive for long.B.It cant be applied universally.C.It causes discomfort to the users.D.It greatly harms peoples health.6.What can we learn about the second group of the new repellents?A.They can kill mosquitoes indirectly.B.They are mainly used in the open air.C.They are more effective on human skin.

20、D.They can prevent mosquitoes from contacting users.7.Whats the authors attitude to the new repellents?A.Subjective.B.Objective.C.Doubtful.D.Disapproving.CPlanned missions to the moon need to hurry up to avoid hitting one of the busiest periods for extreme spaceweather,according to scientists conduc

21、ting the most in-depth ever research on solar storm timing.Scientists at theUniversityofReadingstudied 150 years of space weather data to look into patterns in thetiming of the most extreme events,which can be extremely dangerous to astronauts and satellites.This newresearch on space weather timing

22、allows predictions to be made for extreme space weather.Therefore,it could beused to plan the timing of activities,which could be affected by extreme space weather,for example,major spacemissions.The researchers found for the first time that extreme space weather events are more likely to occur earl

23、y inor late solar cycles-such as the one just starting.The findings may have influences on the NASA-led Artemismission.It plans to make humans return to the moon in 2024,but can be put off to the late 2020s.Professor Mathew Owens,a space physicist at theUniversityofReading,said,“Until now,the most e

24、xtremespace weather events were thought to berandomin their timing.Though there is no set pattern of the events,thisresearch suggests they are more predictable.”In the new study,the scientists used a new method applying statistical modelling to storm timing for the firsttime.Previous research genera

25、lly focused on how big extreme space weather events can be,based onobservations of previous events.Predicting their timing is far more difficult because extreme events are rare,sothere is ly little historic data to identify patterns.The findings suggest that any major planned space missions,which is

26、 beyond the next five years,will have to consider the higher probability of extreme space weather late inthe present solar cycle between 2026 and 2030.8.What can we learn about the study from the first two paragraphs?A.It has lasted just 150 years.B.It doesnt refer to space weather data.C.It shows s

27、pace weather has no effect on astronauts.D.It makes it possible to predict extreme space weather.9.Why might the NASA-led Artemis mission be put off?A.To research solar cycles.B.To avoid effects of space weather.C.To meet the needs of the astronauts.D.To make humans return to Earth in 2024.10.What d

28、oes the underlined word“random“in paragraph 4 probably mean?A.Irregular.B.Easy.C.Limited.D.Changeless.11.What can we infer from the last paragraph?A.The study is useful for future space missions.B.The planned space missions should be put off.C.Extreme space weather will happen before 2026.D.Previous

29、 observations make no difference to the study.DIn the Pacific Northwest during winter,5:15 am might as well be the dead of night.The alarm goes off andthe onlylight is the red glow from my clock.My body says,“Go back to bed.”But I dont.I know my runningpartner will be waiting in the street and Im no

30、t going to stand her up.Then I walk onto the road,complainingabout the cold and wishing I were back under my warm covers.If youd have asked me a year ago if I could see myself running at 5:15 on a winter morning,Id have laughed.Morning just wasnt my thing and running in the morning was something I d

31、idnt even consider.“I prefer to workout in the middle of the morning or in the afternoon,”Id say to my friends who go to the gym before work.Then,last fall I reconnected with an old neighborhood friend.Shed been running in the morning and takenoff forty pounds that year.When I looked in the mirror,I

32、 knew I could benefit from the same kind of weight loss.Iasked if I could join her.I knew I needed to change something if I was going to get back in shape.The first two months were especially hard,because we ran twice a week at 5:15 am and I slept till 7:00 theother mornings.But as Ive adjusted to t

33、he routine of running,Ive discovered great joys that make it even moreworthwhile than a little weight loss.While I havent lost forty pounds yet,its amazing how much more energy I have and how much stronger Ifeel.Because of the morning run,the rest of my day is more productive.I wouldnt say Ive becom

34、e a morningperson,but I would say morning running is now my thing.12.What can we know about the author from paragraph 1?A.5:15 is the ideal time for her to exercise.B.She prefers to run without any company.C.She takes the run with warm clothes on.D.She goes for a run in spite of the cold and early r

35、ise.13.What was the authors attitude to morning running a year ago?A.Scared.B.Unfavorable.C.Supportive.D.Confused.14.What made the author begin to run in the morning?A.Her partners encouragement.B.Her friends suggestion.C.Realizing the benefits of running.D.Realizing the harm of being fat.15.What ef

36、fect does morning runninghave on the author?A.She has become slim again.B.She has become more confident.C.She has become more energetic.D.She has become more exhausted.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Rise and shine!Morning time just became

37、 your new best friend.Love it or hate it,using the morning hoursbefore work may be the key to a successful and healthy lifestyle._16_In addition,the health benefits forthose with a life before work go on and on.Let us explore 4 of the things successful people do before 8 am.Exercise.Most people that

38、 work out daily,work out in the morning.Exercising before work gives you an increase ofenergy for the day and a sense of accomplishment.Even if you arent bright eyed and bushy tailed at the thoughtof a 5 am jog,try waking up 15 minutes early for a quick bedside set of pushups or stretching._17_Map O

39、ut Your Day.Maximize your potential by mapping out your schedule for the day,as well as your goals and to dos.Themorning is a good time for this as it is often one of the only quiet times a person gets throughout the day.Theearly hours foster easier reflection that helps when prioritizing(优先)your ac

40、tivities._18_Visualize your day._19_The morning is the perfect time to spend some quiet time inside your mind planning or visualizing.Take a moment to visualize your day ahead of you,focusing on the successes you will have.Even just a minute ofvisualization and positive thinking can help improve you

41、r mood and outlook on your work load for the day._20_We all have that one item on our to do list that we fear.It troubles you all day(or week)until you finally do itafter much procrastination(拖延).Instead of anticipating the unpleasantness of it from first coffee through yourlunch break,do that least

42、 desirable task on your list first.The morning is the time when you are generally morewell rested and your energy level is up.Therefore,you are more well equipped to handle more difficult projects.Look at it this way,and your day will get progressively easier,not the other way around.By the time you

43、r work dayis ending,youre winding down with easier to dos and heading into your free time more relaxed.Success!A.Connect socially,B.Make Your Day Top Heavy.C.Itll help wake up your body,and prepare you for your day.D.While scheduling,dont forget about your physical health.E.Morning people have been

44、found to be more active and more productive.F.They also allow for uninterrupted problem solving when trying to fit everything into your timetable.G.These days we talk about our physical health endlessly,but sometimes our mental health gets overlooked.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

45、 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完形填空（共 20 小题；每小题 21.5 分，满分 30 分）I grew up on a small farm,living a life that I took for granted,My _21_worked in the city as a carpenter.He was quiet:distant,He was not highly educated,_22_he was smart,trying to teac

46、hmy brother andme_23_things,including respect.I did not like him very much,though.My father never missed_24_.But one day he got off work earlier,His back hurt and hedidnt_25_well.Soon he was diagnosed with blood cancer.For the last year of my fathers life,his_26_day consisted of rising from his bed

47、and walking to his chair to sit and think.He was predictably sitting inthat_27_when I came home from school one day,He asked me to sit down.What _28_still moves methese decades later.He _29_me about his life,his family,his loves,his heartbreaks.It was_30_a pipehad burst,his inner self rushing out to

48、 me in a great flood.He had been_31_for maybe an hour or morewhen I_32_that,infact,he was doing_33_telling.He was askingto be forgiven and allittookwas_34_,Knowing that was what he needed,I_35_everything immediately.What do you do when your enemiesrevealtheyare_36_human?Ithinkyou eitherforgive andmo

49、ve forward or_37_to resentment(怨恨)and live in the past,Im certainly not _38_that my fathergot sick,but_39_,I realize that if he hadnt,I might never have,come to _40_him.22.A.fatherB.uncleC.brotherD.grandpa23.A.SoB.andC.butD.as24.A.funnyB.usefulC.strangeD.impossible25.A.schoolB.travelC.treatmentD.wor

50、k26.A.readB.driveC.behaveD.feel27.A.remainingB.entireC.tiringD.final28.A.roomB.farmC.chairD.bed29.A.followedB.appearedC.broke outD.run out30.A.toldB.warnedC.remindedD.informed31.A.becauseB.whenC.not untilD.as if32.A.sleepingB.whisperingC.speakingD.trembling33.A.imaginedB.announceC.realizedD.mentione