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1、20202020 届广西师范大学附属外国语学校高三英语期中考试试题及答案解届广西师范大学附属外国语学校高三英语期中考试试题及答案解析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 AIt was a weeknight and one of my twin daughters marched into the room,waving a book shed finished.“Dad,whyare

2、books with science in them always about boys?”she asked.I told her that simply wasnt true;there were loads of great science fictions with girls in them.She agreed,butargued that in those stories it was the boys who were doing science,and the girls were justalong for the ride.Myother daughter took he

3、r sisters side and challenged me to give an example.This left me in a difficult position.I could either go through our library to point out some wonderful examples offemale-led science fictions,or just admit they were right and remain in my comfortable chair.Ive been asked several times how I came u

4、p with the idea forA Problematic Paradoxand my answer is always thesame:it came to me in a moment of inspiration.I like that answer because its simple and makes me seem verycreative.The fact that this explanation is not true bothers me from time to time.Heres the truth:the story wasntmy idea.It was

5、my daughters who suggested I write something for them that had a girl doing science.My daughters were at an age when many young women turn away from STEM(science,technology,engineering,and math),believing those areas of study unfriendly or out-of-the-norm for girls.I also read about how importantrol

6、e models can be to young people.Its one thing to tell a person they can do something,but seeing someone likethem doing that thing can be more powerful.So,I kept two guidelines for the book in mind:First,the story had to be fun for anyone,because its as importantfor boys to understand that science is

7、 for everyone.Second,I wanted the main character,Nikola,to be imperfect.She should be someone with shortcomings as we all have.I think this not only makes a story more interesting toread,but also helps make it clear that the most extraordinary things can be done by ordinary people.1.What does the un

8、derlined phrase“along for the ride”in paragraph 2 probably mean?A.Entering a bike race.B.Offering vital help.C.Doing unimportant things.D.Playing the leading role.2.What do we know about the bookA Problematic Paradox1?A.Its main character is perfect.B.It is a female-led science fiction.C.It is inten

9、ded to appeal to girls only.D.Its idea comes from the authors inspiration.3.Which of the following best describes the authors book?A.Serious and abstract.B.Simple and practical.C.Creative and well-organized.D.Inspiring and interesting.BCycling has long been a sport where a competitive edge is pursue

10、d,often at any cost.Cycling shorts,however,were an area that technology had yet to enter.Little was added to them apart from,perhaps,some paddingtoprotect a rider.Now,however,new cycling shorts are being equipped with sensors to help riders defeat opponents easily.ABritish start-up has created a pai

11、r of shorts that uses electric sensors and artificial intelligence to shape andstrengthen cyclists muscles while they are moving.It plans to also adapt this product next year for joggers andpeople at the gym.The shorts,created by Devon Lewis,a PhD student at theUniversityofSouthampton,are able to se

12、nd out tinyelectric currents into a users muscles to improve their cycling technique.Mr Lewis,27,came up with the ideaafter studying a connection between the brain and muscles that sends chemical signals from motor neurons tomuscle fibres to make the muscle contract and strengthen.The shorts,created

13、 by Mr Lewiss start-up bypass this connection using electric cur rents to build musclestrength directly,without relying on the brain to send out signals.“We have a limited ability to control our musclesnaturally,”Mr Lewis said.“You can control them more exactly,get more from your muscles and contrac

14、t themmore strongly,if you stimulate them directly with electricity.”Electric wires in the shorts send out currents thatactivate the muscle.“For those worried about getting a shock while cycling,”Mr Lewis said,“Its sort of the samething as when you have spicy food and you get that little rush.It fee

15、ls strange when you first start using it but thenyou adapt to it quite quickly.”His idea has received support from Future Worlds,a start-up accelerator atSouthamptonUniversity.Theproduct is being shown next week at the technology conference CES,held digitally this year.4.Whats the strength of the ne

16、wly invented cycling shorts?A.They help cyclists perform better.B.They last longer than normal ones.C.They can keep a balanced comfort.D.They have tools to make good figures.5.Why can the cycling shorts help the runners and joggers?A.They are made of quality cotton materials.B.They are created by wo

17、rld-top designers.C.They can make running or jogging less boring.D.They are made intelligently with electric sensors.6.What may be some peoples worry about the shorts?A.They may spend more than they can afford.B.They get little help from the new shorts.C.They may get shocked by the electricity.D.The

18、 new shorts cant function well enough.7.Whats the best title of the text?A.The Special CyclingShortsB.Waysto Be a Good RunnerC.How Shorts Benefit YouD.Some Tips about Running FastCThe Chinese philosopher(哲学家)Confucius once said,“Time flows away like the water in the river.”This isespecially true as

19、the novel coronavirus pneumonia outbreak has affected millions of people in China,andthewhole nation has been working day and night to fight the epidemic.In late January,when an increasing number of people in Wuhan were suspected to be infected,and hospitalsdidnt have adequate beds for them,two spec

20、ial hospitalsLei shenshan Hospital and Huo shenshan Hospitalwere built.These two makeshift(临时的)hospitals were built to treat pneumonia patients infected with the novelcoronavirus.HuoshenshanHospitalhas 1,000 beds and covers 33,900 square meters,andLeishenshanHospitalhas1,500 beds and a total area of

21、 about 79,000 square meters.More than 4,000 workers worked 24/7 in two shifts,and nearly 1,000 large-scale pieces of equipment and transport vehicles helped the project on site.The twohospitals were built in an amazingly short time.It only took 10 days for people to build Huo shenshan,and 14 daysfor

22、 Lei shenshan.This certainly wowed many people overseas.“Its incredible that two hospitals with 2,500 beds can be built ina short period.Its just hard to believe,”a foreigner named Stuart told Peoples Daily.In the meantime,Chinesecompanies have also taken actions quickly in this battle.“The automobi

23、le industry is highly industrialized with strong capabilities in comprehensive manufacturing,purchasing materials,production lines and output of technologies,”Shi Jianhua,deputy secretary-general of ChinaAssociation of Automobile Manufacturers,told CCTV News.“In this special time,when the nation nee

24、ds moremasks,its time for us to quickly respond and shoulder the social responsibilities.”Indeed,a fast response is crucial in any crisis.In this special time,Chinacant afford to waste a second in thefight against the epidemic.After all,time equals life during this crisis.8.Confucius saying“Time flo

25、ws away like the water in the river.”is mentioned to _.A.arouse readers interest in the passage.B.introduce the subject of the passage.C.present the background information.D.stress the value of time in epidemic.9.What can we learn about Lei shenshan hospital and Huo shenshan hospital?A.They are new

26、hospitals for health care inWuhan.B.They were built in minimal time.C.Over 4,000 workers worked continuously.D.Stuart found them too massive to believe.10.We can infer from Shi Jianhuas words that the automobile industry inChina_.A.had no medical supplies factories before.B.guarantees whoever in nee

27、d enough masks.C.has capabilities to give timely response.D.has strong abilities in manufacturing.11.What does the passage mainly talk about?A.China fights epidemic against the clock.B.Twospecial hospitals were constructed.C.Chinese firms acted quickly and effectively.D.Time is crucial for people in

28、 overcoming crisis.DIt was very cold and I had been watching a homeless man make himself comfortable in a“shelter”on theriver bank.His“shelter”was a tarpaulin(油布)tied to rocks to keep the wind from blowing it away.He had beenliving there for over a month.I never saw him with warm clothing or food.I

29、knew what I wanted to do.When I told my parents what I wanted to do they werealarmed.They said I could be putting myself at risk,taking a box to a homeless person at night!But I knew,in my deep heart,that I would be safe.I got a box.My parents watched as I added warm gloves,a heavy blanket.into the

30、box until it was full!Then,I put a Christmas card on top.It said,“Even though we hardly know each other,I want to wish you a MerryChristmas!”I put ten one-dollar bills inside it as well.My father insisted he went there with me as it was 10 pm on Christmas Eve.I said he could drive me but hehad to st

31、ay in the car.He agreed.I took the box and walked towards his“house”.I called,“Sir,I have a Christmas box for you!”“Go away!”he shouted.“Sir,”I repeated.“Go away!”he shouted.“Why?”I asked him.He walked over and I expected to see an angry face.Instead I saw two of the most beautiful,gentle,blue eyesI

32、 have ever seen.“Merry Christmas!”I said.“Why are you doing this?”he asked.“Because you matter to me,”I said.With that I gave him the box.Tears came to his eyes and he thanked me.I got back to the car and watched him carry the box like it wasfilled with gold.I didnt want to embarrass(使困窘)him by watc

33、hing him any more so Dad and I left.12.The underlined word“alarmed”can best be replaced by _.A.pleasedB.worriedC.disappointedD.surprised13.Why did the author ask his father to stay in the car?A.Because he wanted to prove he was brave.B.Because he believed the homeless man was bad.C.Because he wanted

34、 to protect his father from being hurt.D.Because he didnt want the homeless man to feel bad.14.When the homeless man saw the author first,he was _.A.quite angryB.very excitedC.quite puzzledD.very curious15.The authors purpose in writing the text is to tell readers that _.A.it is easier said than don

35、eB.poverty is the mother of healthC.where there is a will,there is a wayD.a willing helper doesnot wait until he is asked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 Realize Your True PotentialEvery human being,regardless of race,sex,or any othe

36、r characteristic,e has the incredible capacity to realizetheir potential._16_,there are several steps you can make on your path to this realization.Determine your core values.In order to realize your full potential,you must know and live according to yourcore values._17_.Studies suggest that you wil

37、l find your life more meaningful,and feel a deeper sense ofhappiness,if you live a life that is in line with whats the most important to you._18_Once you have a good idea of your core values and what areas of your life could be,take sometime to decide your true potential.Is it personal improvement?M

38、ore success in your career?Be patient and kind to yourself_19_More importantly,it will take self-compassion.Acknowledge yourstrengths and skills as well as the areas in which you need to grow.Honor the efforts you make each day towardrealizing your true potential.Find areas that do not agree with yo

39、ur values.If you dont feel like youre living up to your true potential,itcould be because parts of your life are currently not up to your core values._20_.A.If you take it for granted.B.Though it will be no easy task.C.Decide what your true potential looks like.D.Determine whether you have set up yo

40、ur final goals.E.Achieving your true potential will take time and effort.F.So see whether these are areas in which you like to change.G.These are the things that shape how you view yourself,others,and the world around you.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

41、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I used to be a very self-centered person,but in the past two years Ihave really changed.I have started to thinkabout other people_21_I think about myself.I am happy that I am becoming a_22_person:I think my_23_started when I was atPalomarCollege

42、.At first,I just wanted to get my_24_,and beleft alone.I thought I was smarter than everyone else,so I hardly ever_25_to anyone in my classes.By theend of my first semester,I was really_26_.It seemed as if everyone but me had made friends and was havingfun.So I tried a(n)_27_.I started asking people

43、 around me how they were doing,and if they were havingtrouble I_28_to help.That was really a big_29_for me.By the end of the year,I had several new friends,and two of_30_are still my best friends today.A bigger cause of my new_31_,however,came when I took a part-time job at a Vista Nursing Home.One

44、old lady there who had Alzheimer s disease became my_32_.Every time I came into her room,shewas so_33_because she thought I was her daughter.Her real daughter never_34_her,so I took herplace.She let me_35_.That making others feel good make me feel good,too.When she died,Iwas_36_,but I was very grate

45、ful to her.I think I am a much_37_,person today than I used to be,and I hope I will not_38_theseexperiences.They have_39_e to care about other people more than about myself._40_who I amtoday,and I could not say that a few years ago.21.A.sinceB.beforeC.orD.unless22.A.famousB.simpleC.differentD.skille

46、d23.A.educationB.careerC.tourD.change24.A.balanceB.homeworkC.degreeD.interest25.A.talkedB.wroteC.liedD.reported26.A.carefulB.lonelyC.curiousD.guilty27.A.argumentB.gameC.experimentD.defence28.A.daredB.offeredC.hesitatedD.happened29.A.dreamB.problemC.dutyD.step30.A.usB.whichC.themD.whom31.A.attitudeB.

47、hobbyC.hopeD.luck32.A.friendB.partnerC.guideD.guest33.A.politeB.happyC.strangeD.confident34.A.botheredB.answeredC.visitedD.trusted35.A.explainB.guessC.declareD.see36.A.homelessB.heart brokenC.bad-temperedD.hopeless37.A.quieterB.busierC.betterD.richer38.A.forgetB.faceC.improveD.analyze39.A.forcedB.pr

48、eferredC.orderedD.taught40.A.missB.likeC.wonderD.expect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The size of fish in the oceans is shrinking.A new report from Canada states fish may shrink by as much as aquarter in the coming decades,which mainly_41._(re

49、sult)from global warming.The research teamconducted tests on the effect of_42._(rise)ocean temperatures on the size and number of over 600 speciesof fish.They concluded that most fish are likely to shrink by 14-24 percent by the year 2050.The biggestchanges_43._(see)clearly in tropical regions.There

50、 is_44._(little)oxygen in warmer water so fish cannotgrow normally and many will migrate to cooler waters.Lead researcher Professor William said:“We were surprised to see such a large decrease in fish size.Marinefish are generally known to respond to climate change_45._changing distribution and seas