2020届新会中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案.pdf

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1、20202020 届新会中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考答案届新会中学高三英语上学期期中考试试卷及参考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 ALooking to the future,we are now focusing on next years tours.We are not presently taking bookings,but ifa specific tour l

2、ifts your spirits,why not mark your interest and we will contact you when the time is right.JapanOctober 2021A centre for technology with natural beauty,Japan is a must-see destination for science and nature lovers.Join us on a special journey across the country during its fantastic autumn to see it

3、s amazing landscapes,visitleading scientific institutions and experience robotics and AI.AntarcticaApril to September 2021Join us aboard the Magellan Explorer for an exciting adventure to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula,exploring the worlds largest ocean reserve and best ocean ecosystem.Fo

4、llow in the footstepsof the greatscientists while marveling（惊叹）at icebergs,ancient glaciers and ice flies onto volcanic beaches.ItalyMarch and June 2021Encounter the great scientific minds and discoveries of the Renaissance on a cultural adventure across two ofits cities,Florence and Bologna.Enjoy b

5、eautiful surroundings as you take in the wonderful collections,buildingsand churches that demonstrate the period across architecture and paintings.Czech RepublicMay and July 2021Discover the legacy（遗产）of Kepler and Brahe in Prague,a city where astronomy,maths,medicine andarchitecture connect.Kepler

6、became the father of modern astronomy supported by the observational data fromBrahe.1.What can travelers do in Japan?A.Experience space travel.B.Enjoy its spring landscape.C.Visit its scientific institutions.D.Learn about its traditional culture.2.Which of the following can you choose if you are fre

7、e in August?A.Japan.B.Italy.C.Antarctica.D.Czech Republic.3.What do Italy and Czech Republic havein common?A.Astronomy.B.Architecture.C.Paintings.D.Medicine.BRemember when your mom told you not to eat too many candy bars or sweets because they can cause toothdecay(蛀牙)?However,it turns out that choco

8、late can be moresalutaryto your teeth than you might expect.Recent studies show that chocolate can effectively fight against tooth decay,as if we need another excuse to eatchocolate.Chocolate offers protection like fluoride,a main ingredient in most household toothpastes.Not only doeschocolate prote

9、ct our teeth,but it can do so very effectively.Studies show that chocolate has compounds thatprovide strong protection for teeth.One of the compounds in chocolate,CBH,is shown to protect even moreeffectively than fluoride.Tooth decay happens when bacteria work to turn sugar into acids in our mouth.T

10、his is why eating foods withhigh sugar content can lead to more tooth decay.The compounds in chocolate,however,are anti-bacteria and canfight against bacteria in your mouth.The CBH compound in particular also works to strengthen tooth enamel(牙釉质),andprotects against tooth decay.Does this mean you ca

11、n cat as much chocolate as you want without worrying about your teeth?It dependson the types of chocolate that you like.The protective effect of chocolate is most effective when you chew oncocoa beans.Of course,this option is not very appealing to;most people.A more tasty option is to choose darkcho

12、colate with little sugar content,ideally no more than 6 to 8 grams per serving.For other types of chocolatewith higher sugar content,the effect will be lessened.However,because of the protective compounds,it is stillbetter for your teeth than other sweets and desserts containing the same amount of s

13、ugar.4.The word“salutary”in paragraph 1 means?A.Beneficial.B.Harmful.C.Familiar.D.Useless.5.What can we know about the compound CBH in chocolate?A.It can help chocolate cure tooth decay.B.It can effectively stop teeth from decaying.C.It may protect teeth better than toothpastes do.D.It may soon repl

14、ace most household toothpastes.6.How does chocolate fight tooth decay?A.By breaking down acids.B.By building up compounds.C.By fixing up tooth enamel.D.By fighting against bacteria.7.Whats the main idea of the text?A.Chocolate plays the role of toothpaste.B.Chocolate protects against tooth decay.C.C

15、hocolate is the best choice for teeth protection.D.Chocolate is healthier to teeth than other sweets.CBeing an Olympian(奥运会选手)demands focus,determination,and a competitive spirit.Plus,representingyour country is a lot of pressure.However,two athletes recently showed the world another quality that is

16、definitely worth championing.Qatars Mutaz Essa Barshim and Italys Gianmarco Tamberi were competing in the high jump on Sunday whenthey reached a stalemate(僵局).Both men had managed to jump over a surprising 2.37 meters with no faultsalong the way.However,after three attempts neither managed the next

17、level of 2.39 meters.An Olympic official suggested ajump-offbetween the two friends and rivals(竞争对手)to determine whowould get the gold medal.But Barshim had another plan to reward their efforts.“Can we have two golds?”he asked the official.The official agreed and the two men jumped for joy.This was

18、the first time a gold medal had been sharedsince 1912.“He is one of my best friends,not only on the track,but outside the track.We work together.This is adream come true.”shared Barshim.The decision to share the medal was particularly meaningful to Tamberi.The Italian had suffered an ankleinjury tha

19、t prevented him from competing in the Rio Olympics in 2016,and it nearly put an end to his careeraltogether.So this year he brought along his cast to this years Olympics with“Road to Tokyo 2021”to inspire himalong the way.For Barshim,the gold has topped off his already impressive medal collection,ha

20、ving received a bronze and asilver medal in 2012 and 2016 respectively.Despite all the glory of receiving a gold medal for their countries,their achievement means so much more.These two individuals,trying to do their very best for their countries,have provided a wonderful example to allthose competi

21、ng in sports.Theyve summed up exactly what it means to take part in a global event with agenerous and compassionate(有同情心的)spirit.8.What happened to Barshim and Tamberi in the competition?A.They ended in a tie.B.They quit the competition.C.They set a new record.D.They ran out of strength.9.What does

22、the underlined word“jump-off”in Paragraph 3 refer to?A.Debate.B.Vote.C.Celebration.D.Extra round.10.Why was the gold medal particularly meaningful to Tamberi?A.It could bring him a lot of money.B.It may make up for his regret in 2016.C.It was a glory for his country.D.It could complete his medal col

23、lection.11.What does the author mainly want to convey in the text?A.The importance of sharing.B.The glory of winning gold medals.C.The valuable and special team spirit.D.The considerate and sharing Olympic spirit.DWhen I was 13,I lost my sight.Since then,I had learned to get about with a walking sti

24、ck,but had to stay athome because my parents thought I would get lost or robbed,even get hit by a car.I,however,believed I could regain my way if I lost it.A neighbor told me that a public library was offering afree course designed for the blind.Thats an important opportunity for me to kill two bird

25、s with one stone:I couldpractice my getting about skills on my way to learning practical technology.My parentssettled forit.But how would I plan my course?I knew that the blind singer Ray Charles,get around without a walking stickby counting steps.But I couldnt seem to do that the way he had.I devel

26、oped the power of my imagination,catching the layout（布局）of places I visited and taking note of landmarks in my mind.Every time I visited a place,the mental map Id drawn would turn up and helped me with the direction.But that doesnt mean I didnt lose myway in the process of acquiring this skill.Id ha

27、ve to swallow（吞下）my pride to ask kind strangersfor help.On those days I lost my way,Id go to bed feeling down.But my desires to beat blindness and further myeducation were usually enough to get me out of bed the next day and try again.Today,Im a published reporterand audio producer.Yes,Ive lost my w

28、ay at times and found it again.And when people ask me,Arent you afraid to be out on your own?”the answer to me is clear：Id rather risk and find happiness thanstick to safety and be painful.Now,impressed by my progress,my father told my mother,Our boy can see!.12.What does the underlined phrases“sett

29、led for in the second paragraph mean?A.Talked about.B.Stuckto.C.Agreed to.D.Cared about.13.How did the author go around on his own after losing his sight?A.He created pictures of places in his mind.B.He drew a map on the paper to help him.C.He was always asking strangers for directions.D.He threw aw

30、ay the walking stick and counted steps.14.Which of the following can best describe the author?A.Determined and adventurous.B.Patient and intelligent.C.Warm-hearted and positive.D.Adventurous and outgoing.15.How did the authors parents feel about his progress?A.Concerned.B.Surprised.C.Confident.D.Pro

31、ud.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How to Become a More Positive PersonEveryonewants to be happy.We all wish to live fruitful,meaningful,and positive lives._16_Too often,our daily habits become self-defeating and lead to disappointing resu

32、lts which leave us unhappy and unfulfilled.This leads to a general sense of negativity within us.The good news is that once you understand youre yourmagnificent mind works,you can take control of your thinking,your subconscious(潜意识的)program,andultimately your results.You can build a beautiful life f

33、illed with joy,rewarding relationships,and experiences.This all begins with six very powerful words:you become what you think about.Repetition of thought willeventually imprint on your subconscious hard drive.Once you master this process,you will be in the driversseat._17_Think positive thoughts,and

34、 you will automatically adopt positive behaviors.You will see and feelthe effects almost immediately.You must also surround yourself with enthusiastic and productive people,Let their positivity shine on you likea beacon(灯塔)of light.Avoid unnecessary contact with negative people from your past.When y

35、ou do need tointeract with them,limit the time you spend together._18_Watch TV shows that are uplifting and inspirational.Avoid the news.I call it the bad news.Stay away from itas much as you can._19_Read positive books,articles,and magazines.Visit inspirational websites formotivation quotes and lis

36、ten to educational podcasts that have real value in your life._20_Therefore,rid your life as completely as possible of mental junk food,It has been said that youbecome the average of the five people with whom you spend the most time.I believe thats true.Choose yourfriends and associates carefully.St

37、and guard at the gateway to your precious mind.Avoid pessimists(悲观主义者).They will pollute your thinking and destroy your chances to be your best self.A.You will be in control.B.Its poison for your mind.C.It occurs without our knowledge.D.Unfortunately,this isnt always the case.E.Avoiding contacting t

38、oo much is important.F.The vast majority of our behavior is habitual.G.Remember you become what you think about.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As she pulled herself over the summit of EI Capitan,Emi

39、ly Harrington knew she had made history.It wasnt_21_.The US climber had powered on through the dark and dealt with a deep cut to her headto become the first woman to free_22_the difficult route in under 24 hours.Id just_23_what it would be like and it was pretty much exactly what l pictured,“Harring

40、ton saidexcitedly.It was incredibly quiet.It was super_24_.All the stars were out.It was just this really peacefulexperience.I keep telling people that when great sporting_25_happen,a lot of times theresan_26_ortheresastadium.Withclimbing,itsnotsomuchlikethat.Itwasjustthisreally_27_special moment in

41、 this magical place.And its something Ill never_28_.Free climbers use just their hands and feet to climb,with a rope to_29_them if they fall.Such adangerous and_30_life-threatening_31_requires years of preparation,both mentally andphysically.Harrington hadclimbedthisparticular_32_over thecourse ofsi

42、xdays in2015andhad,_33_tried three times to complete it within 24 hours.However an attempt last year ended in_34_after Harrington,fell 50 feet,hit her head on a ledge(岩架),and_35_concussion(脑震荡).It was very_36_.It was very serious initially and it_37_that I got really lucky and I did notsuffer any lo

43、ng-term_38_，”she added.Isdefinitelyamentalstruggle,comingoverthathurdle,comingbackintothisyearand_39_again.Finally she_40_it.21.A.crazyB.easyC.skepticalD.casual22.A.climbB.runC.cycleD.walk23.A.studiedB.plannedC.scheduledD.imagined24.A.cheerfulB.excitingC.darkD.fearful25.A.improvementsB.achievementsC

44、.surroundingsD.reports26.A.actorB.organizerC.officialD.audience27.A.quietB.calmC.silentD.still28.A.predictB.discoverC.experienceD.forget29.A.throwB.fetchC.catchD.move30.A.consequentlyB.potentiallyC.hardlyD.finally31.A.challengeB.obstacleC.troubleD.barrier32.A.routeB.cornerC.rockD.road33.A.frequently

45、B.subsequentlyC.smoothlyD.rarely34.A.sadnessB.doubtC.disasterD.anxiety35.A.obtainedB.acquiredC.affectedD.suffered36.A.scaryB.disappointedC.activeD.funny37.A.figured outB.found outC.turned outD.brought out38.A.failuresB.woundsC.damagesD.injuries39.A.defeatingB.tryingC.exploringD.competing40.A.abandon

46、edB.missedC.madeD.controlled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Huawei Technologies Co said_41._Thursday that its in-house operating system HarmonyOS will be usedin smartphones next year,marking a breakthrough in Chinese companies efforts to commer

47、cialize（商业化）self-developed operating systems and to build_42._（they）own globally competitive software ecosystems.HarmonyOS_43._（use）in smartwatches,personal computers and other internet of things devices（装置）later.As we saw during the event,HarmonyOS 2.0 enables meetings in_44._office to be organized

48、 usingthe WPS app on the HarmonyOS 2.0 app.Apower-pointpresentation can be_45._（rapid）shared onyour phone with a quick swipe（滑动）of the WPS app on your smart screen,with real-time comments and paperssharing.Feeling_46._（disappoint）when you want to experience a big-screen multi-sensory（多人体感）gamebut do

49、nt have the equipment?With HarmonyOS 2.0,you can play smart screen games just by picking up aHuawei phone_47._can change into a controller in_48._（second）,and your family can enjoylarge-screen games together.Too small screen for online classes?VIPKid_49._（allow）you to interact with alarge screen and

50、 a small screen through the collaboration（协作）of the smart screen and the tablet,and the onlineclassroom is just as_50._（attract）as the on-site teaching.第四部分第四部分写作（共两节，满分写作（共两节，满分4040 分）分）第一节短文改错（满分第一节短文改错（满分1010 分）分）51.假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文二文中共有10 处语言错误，每句中最多有两处，每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：