2021届临朐第六中学高三英语下学期期末试卷及答案解析.pdf

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1、2021 届临朐第六中学高三英语下学期期末试卷及答案解析 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 If you are sending a text message watching TV or listening to the radio,you may stop and give this your full attention.Multitasking shrinks(使.萎缩)the brain?research suggests.A study found

2、that men and womenwho frequently used several types of technology at the same time had less grey matter in a key part of the brain.University of Sussex researchers said,Using mobile phones,laptops and other media devicessimultaneouslycould be changing the structure of our brains.Worryingly,the part

3、of the brain that shrinks is involved in processing emotion.The finding follows research which has linked multitasking with a shortened attention span,depression,anxiety and lower grades at school.The researchers began by asking 75 healthy men and women how often they divided their attention between

4、 different types of technology.This could mean sending a text message while listening to music and checking e-mail,or speaking on the phone while watching TV and surfing the Internet.The volunteers were then given brain scans which showed they had less grey matter in a region called the anterior cin

5、gu-late cortex(ACC)(前扣带皮层).Scientists have proved that brain structure can be changed on exposure to fresh environments and experience.Other studies have shown that trainingsuch as learning to play magic tricks or taxi drivers learning the map of Londoncan increase grey matter densities(密度)in certai

6、n parts.Experts have also warned of the harmful impact technology can have on our memory and attention span.The University of California team conducted a survey of more than 18,000 people aged between 18 and 99，and found 20%had problems with memory.Researchers were shocked greatly by the 14%of 18 to

7、 39-year-old people who also worried about their memories.Multitasking may shorten attention span,making it harder to focus and form memories,the researchers said,adding that youngsters may be particularly affected by stress.1.The underlined word simultaneously in Paragraph 2 means _，A.on ones own B

8、.at no time C.at the same time D.by accident 2.All of the following are possible effects of multitasking EXCEPT_.A.saving time B.a shortened attention span C.lower grades at school D.depression and anxiety 3.Which ofthe following can be the best title of this passage?A.Media multitasking is becoming

9、 more popular B.Multitasking shrinks the brain C.Multitasking may shorten attention span D.People are worried about their memories.B Kids ages 6 to13 inCape Town,South Africa,really do dig learning at school!With the help of the Earthchild Project,which is offered in schools in two townships,student

10、s make worm(蠕虫)farms.The worms break down food waste and make the soil richer.Kids grow seedlings(幼苗)in containers and learn about the importance of good nutrition.The school program also offers yoga(瑜伽).Teachers find that the exercises help students focus better.The students enjoy Earthchild activi

11、ties.“The children gets so excited”,says teacher Vuyelwa Rola.“The society we are in has a lot of noise.When students are taking part in the Earthchild Project,they feel calm.”Director Janna Kretzmar came up with the idea for the project in 2005.She read about schools inIndiathat involved kids in yo

12、ga and learning outside the classroom.She developed the Earthchild Project to offer similar activities inCape Townschools.“We hope the Earthchild Project can help students find solutions to all the challenges they are facing in the world today,”Kretzmar said.“The best place to create change is with

13、the youth,through education.”The Earthchild Project combines schoolwork with hiking,gardening,healthy living,and yoga.“We need more than just math and science to become happy,healthy,inspired,and active citizens of our communities,”says Kretzmar.In some communities inCape Town,children live in pover

14、ty.They must walk long distances to get clean drinking water.Life is hard.But according to the Earthchild Projects Carly Appleby,the project works to give hope to every child.“Students who have hope,”she says,“aim for bigger goals”.4.What do students benefit from yoga?A.It helps them calm down.B.It

15、helps them concentrate.C.They can learn some living skills.D.They can learn about the importance of nutrition.5.What are students attitude towards the Earthchild Project?A.Uncaring.B.Doubtful.C.Supportive.D.Negative.6.What do you know about the Earthchild Project?A.It was founded in 2005.B.It only o

16、ffers outside activities.C.The idea came up by Vuyelwa Rola.D.It is aimed at helping students find solutions to challenges.7.Whats the best title of the passage?A.Hard Life inSouth Africa.B.Students school life inCape Town.C.Hope from Earthchild Project inCape Town.D.The differences between traditio

17、nal lessons and Earthchild Project.C 36-year-old Juan Dual likes to joke that hes empty inside.Juans story began when he was only 13.It was then that he was diagnosed with a terrible disease,which left him with a 99.8%chance of developing cancer of the digestive system.At age 19,right after finishin

18、g high-school,Juan underwent a tough operation to take away his colon and rectum.Sadly,it was only the beginning.By age 28,Juans disease had affected his stomach and gallbladder so he had to go under the knife again.Having just recovered from several serious surgeries,Juan Dual decided to accept the

19、 invitation of some friends of his parents and travel to Japan.It was there that things started to change for the better.He didnt speak a word of Japanese,so he spent most of his time walking his dog.One day,the dog pulled harder,and Juan realized that he was still able to jog,and he started to do j

20、ust that.Months later,he found himself working in a small,peaceful town in England.There was little in terms of entertainment,but the town was surrounded by hills,so he devoted even more of his time to running.He befriended some like-minded folks and told them what hed been through,and they seemed a

21、mazed at the fact that he was still alive,let alone that he was pushing himself to exercise.Thats when the idea of focusing on motivating others took root in his mind.With the help of Pepa,a nutritionist,Juan Dual slowly relearned how to eat to keep his energy level high enough to sustain him during

22、 physical activity.Eight months after his last operation,he finished the Barcelona half marathon in two hours.He then started training for mountain running and ultra-marathons.8.Why does Juan Dual say he is empty inside?A.Because he has no desire for anything.B.Because he doesnt have much knowledge.

23、C.Because he always suffers from great hunger.D.Because many of his organs have been removed.9.What made Juan Dual aware that he could still run?A.His parents support.B.A walk with his dog.C.The idea of challenging himself.D.His quick recovery from surgeries.10.When did Juan Dual decide to inspire o

24、thers with his story?A.After finishing the Barcelona half marathon.B After being introduced to a nutritionist named Pepa.C.After sharing it with his friends in an English town.D.After making friends with people with similar sufferings.11.Which of the following words can best describe Juan Dual?A.Amb

25、itious and intelligent.B.Inspiring and responsible.C.Unfortunate but determined.D.Confident but stubborn.D Brian Hamiltons life changed in a prison when he went there with his friend,Reverend Robert J.Harris,who often went to local prisons to do ministry work.During the visit,Hamiltonstarted talking

26、 to one of the prisoners and asked what he was going to do when he got out.“He said he was going to get a job,”Hamiltonrecalls.“I thought to myself,wow,thats going to be difficult with a criminal background.”The conversation madeHamiltonconsider how to help those who came out from prison.Finally in

27、2008,16 years after that initial conversation,Hamiltoncreated Inmates to Entrepreneurs,a nonprofit organization that helps people with criminal backgrounds start their own small businesses.At the time,Hamiltonwas building his own company,a software technology company for the banking industry.As his

28、company grew,so didHamiltons time devoted to giving lessons to prisoners.He averaged three to four courses a month at prisons throughoutNorth Carolina.Eventually,Hamiltondecided to shift his focus to his true passion.In May 2019,he sold his company and focused on helping those who were imprisoned.Hi

29、s online courses will be set next year.“By March 1,2022,anyone will be able to access the courses,either to become a certificated instructor or to access it for themselves as a prisoner or part of the general population,”Hamiltonexplained.In addition,he visits middle schools and presents the course

30、to at-risk students as a preventative measure against crime.The free course is funded by the recently established Brian Hamilton Foundation,which offers assistance to military members as they return to civilian life and provides loans o small businesses.“Starting up a business isnt for everyone,but

31、if we make opportunities available,and let people know that other people care about them,it makes a difference.”Hamiltonsaid.12.Why did Brian Hamilton went to a prison?A.He accompanied his friend.B.He took lessons in the prison.C.He wanted to get a job in the prison.D.He had a friend who was in pris

32、on.13.What can be inferred about Inmates to Entrepreneurs?A.It often assists military members.B It provides loans to small businesses.C.Its course has been largely broadened.D.It is an organization intended for business men.14.According to the author,which of the following best describesHamilton?A.H

33、e is a man who always changes his mind.B.He has a sense of social responsibility.C.He is good at running a big company.D.He makes money by giving lessons.15.What is the main idea of the text?A.A man made a fruitless visit to the prison.B.A man sold his business to teach prisoners.C.A man realized hi

34、s dream of being a teacher.D.A man successfully created two organizations.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 Every culture has set rules about how people should act.Patterns of good behavior,or manners,show respect and care for others._16_ Greeting people cheerfully

35、 is almost always considered polite._17_For example,when you enter a store in France,you should always greet the person working there.Other cultures also value greeting people.But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages._18_It creates and keeps the harmony（和谐）of human relati

36、onships?and is used as greetings,encouragement and so on.In American society people usually widely use praise and compliments,which plays an important role in communication.The right answer to others praise and compliments is“Thank you”.However,refusing a compliment is accepted and even approved of

37、in China.Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners._19_That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping（出声地喝）your soup.The same goes forburping（打嗝）.But in parts of Asia,slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal.And burping is a sign of being full and conte

38、nt._20_Saying“please and thank you,“for example,is almost always polite.If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs,people will generally respond well.Showing kindness can bring people together,no matter what culture they come from.A.Yet the details of how to express respect vary.B.Yet

39、there are also similar points across cultures.C.Diversity（多样化）exists when it comes to the choice of food.D.Attitudes to praise and compliments can be different.E.But its more important in some cultures than others.F.Its polite to eat as quietly as possible In North America.G.Praise and compliments i

40、s akind of communicative action.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 More than birthday dinner The other day my daughter and I went out for dinner to celebrate her birthday.We went to a place she loves.The_21_is on top of a hill and when we_22

41、_,the sun was setting behind the mountains.The kind waitress_23_us at the door but_24_that we would have to wait a very long time for our_25_because it was short staffed.She said that it could be over an hour before we got our dishes.Well,we decided that we would_26_because she strongly advised that

42、 we should!We stood outside_27_what to do next when the owner came out and_28_that we stay!So we went back in.The waitress was_29_.We waited about an hour before we got our foods!But do you know what?It was OK because we had tea and we enjoyed some great_30_and a lot of laughs.In the end,the_31_was

43、beautiful in so many ways.Everyone dining there knew that the owner and staff were struggling.We were all facing this together and everyone seemed to be very_32_and appreciative.When we were leaving we gave the waitress a peace dove.Even before I could_33_to her what it was,she burst into_34_!She ex

44、plained that she was a high school student from overseas and was having a hard time_35_school and work and didnt have many friends.As she held the dove_36_to her heart,she said we had no idea how much it_37_to her!We were all in tears.Shortly afterwards,the cook came out to apologize for the_38_and

45、we told him that everything was perfect.No apologies were_39_.In fact,we were so_40_for everything.It couldnt have been better!21.A.palace B.church C.temple D.restaurant 22.A.arrived B.started C.gathered D.stopped 23.A.collected B.met C.received D.accepted 24.A.mentioned B.promised C.warned D.admitt

46、ed 25.A.party B.dinner C.meal D.order 26.A.leave B.wait C.refuse D.stay 27.A.determining B.deciding C.wondering D.finding 28.A.ordered B.insisted C.begged D.hoped 29.A.wrong B.right C.helpful D.kind 30.A.coffee B.time C.tea D.conversation 31.A.impression B.scenery C.experience D.place 32.A.merciful

47、B.understanding C.generous D.anxious 33.A.point B.refer C.present D.explain 34.A.tears B.laughter C.sorrow D.excitement 35.A.going for B.focusing on C.dealing with D.judging by 36.A.close B.next C.opposite D.just 37.A.mattered B.meant C.cost D.valued 38.A.bills B.lists C.delays D.dishes 39.A.availab

48、le B.accessible C.reliable D.necessary 40.A.grateful B.responsible C.qualified D.suitable 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 Henry Norman Bethune was a_41._(Canada)doctor with a very creative mind and a determination to help people.As a small boy,he became very intereste

49、d in medicine,_42._(decide)to become a doctor.After he graduated from medical college in 1916,Bethune worked as_43._doctor inEngland,theUS,andCanada.He reinvented or redesigned over 10 medical instruments_44._(make)them more useful.In 1938,Bethune left_45._China,after he heard that many people were

50、dying in the war._46._the difficult situation,Dr.Bethune did whatever he could to assist the Chinese people.He helped to organize hospitals,_47._(teach)doctors and nurses,and showed people how to give first aid._48._(sad),Dr.Bethune passed away in November the following year and was buried inShijiaz