2021届东莞市光明中学高三英语一模试题及答案.pdf

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1、2021 届东莞市光明中学高三英语一模试题及答案 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 In theUnited States,the word holiday is synonymous with celebration.The following tenholidaysper year are proclaimed by the federal government.Independence Day Independence Day is annually ce

2、lebrated on July 4 and is often known as the Fourthof July”.It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence fromGreat Britainin 1776.Now it is celebrated in all the states.The army marks the occasion by firing a 13-gun salute every year.Ceremonies may include parades,offi

3、cial speeches,visits to historic monuments and fireworks displays.Memorial Day This holiday,on the fourth Monday of every May,is a day on which Americans honor the dead.Originally a day on which flags and flowers were placed on graves of soldiers who died in the American Civil War,now it has become

4、a day on which the dead of all wars and all other dead are remembered the same way.Veterans Day Veterans Day was established to honor Americans who had served in World War I.It falls on November 11,the day when that war ended in 1918,but it now honors veterans of all wars in which the United States

5、has fought Veterans organizations hold parades or other special ceremonies,and the US president customarily places a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National.Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November.It has been an annual tradition in theUnited St

6、atessince 1863.Today,people celebrate Thanksgiving to remember these early days.The most important part of the celebration is a traditional dinner.Thanksgiving dinner almost always includes some of the foods served at the first feast:roast turkey,cranberry sauce potatoes pumpkin pies.Before the meal

7、 begins,families often pause to give thanks.1.When isIndependence Day?A.May 14，B.July 13.C.July 14.D.July 4.2.Which holiday honors dead soliders?A.Independence Day.B.Memorial Day.C.Veterans Day.D.Thanksgiving.3.What will Americans do on Thanksgiving Day?A.They say thanks.B.They havefriend gatherings

8、.C.They go on holiday.D.They buy many cards.B The history of the flying car is almost as old as that of powered flight itself.It started with the Curtiss Autoplane of 1917,an awkward-looking machine with removable wings.It never left the ground.Later machines made it into the skies but failed to tak

9、e off commercially.Money is now pouring into flying taxis.On March 30th Lilium,a German company that develops them,announced a merger with SPAC,an acquisition company that values it at$3.3 bn-a sign that investors think the business will fly.Thanks to better batteries and lightweight materials,some

10、of them are ready to carry passengers.Up to 300 firms are working on short-range battery-powered craft that take off and land vertically.Carmakers,tech companies and others are investing money into the field.The government isoffering a glide pathto certification.Americas Federal Aviation Administrat

11、ion is engaged in the process with around 30 firms,says Natasha Santha of LEK,a consulting company.Midway between a cab and a helicopter,flying taxis have distinct advantages over both.Quiet electric motors allow them to operate frequent services.They require only a patch of concrete to land,unlike

12、noisy helicopters,which face severe operating restrictions in most cities.They can fly four or five times faster than a cab can drive and do not get stuck in traffic.Prices can be kept low by ride-sharing.Joby,based inCalifornia,says its five-seater machine will enter commercial service in 2024.The

13、firm calculates the initial cost of around$4 per person per mile may soon fall by 25%.A trip fromManhattanto JFK airport would then cost$30-40 per passenger.The real revolution will come when full autonomy takes out the cost of a pilot.Archer hopes to run such aircraft by 2028.They face fewer obstac

14、les in the air than earth-bound cars do on the road;airliners mostly fly on autopilot as it is.Still,as one industry insider puts it,it is probably best to accustom passengers and regulators to airborne taxis before getting rid of the driver.4.What can we learn from Paragraph 1?A.The flying car can

15、date back to the 1920s.B.Investors see the potential of the business of the flying car.C.The flying car never left the ground successfully in history.D.A German company has launched a new flying car into the market.5.What does offering a glide path in Paragraph 2 probably refer to?A.Giving the green

16、 light.B.Providing timely assistance.C.Presenting legal guidance.D.Conducting strict management.6.Which of the following is the strength of flying taxis?A.Costing as little as cabs.B.Saving passengers from the traffic jam.C.Reducing air pollution.D.Having no operating restrictions.7.What can be infe

17、rred about the flying taxis from the last paragraph?A.They will develop faster than cars.B.Passengers will quickly get used to taking them.C.The regulators will take measures to promote them.D.Autopilot flying taxis will probably replace those with pilots.C Brian Hamiltons life changed in a prison w

18、hen 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 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,w

19、ow,thats going to be difficult with a criminal background.”The conversation madeHamiltonconsider how to help those who came out from prison.Finally in 2008,16 years after that initial conversation,Hamiltoncreated Inmates to Entrepreneurs,a nonprofit organization that helps people with criminal backg

20、rounds start their own small businesses.At the time,Hamiltonwas building his own company,a software technology company for the banking industry.As his company grew,so didHamiltons time devoted to giving lessons to prisoners.He averaged three to four courses a month at prisons throughoutNorth Carolin

21、a.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.His 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 ac

22、cess it for themselves as a prisoner or part of the general population,”Hamiltonexplained.In addition,he visits middle schools and presents the course to at-risk students as a preventative measure against crime.The free course is funded by the recently established Brian Hamilton Foundation,which off

23、ers assistance to military members as they return to civilian life and provides loans o small businesses.“Starting up a business isnt for everyone,but if we make opportunities available,and let people know that other people care about them,it makes a difference.”Hamiltonsaid.8.Why did Brian Hamilton

24、 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 prison.9.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

25、been largely broadened.D.It is an organization intended for business men.10.According to the author,which of the following best describesHamilton?A.He 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 lesso

26、ns.11.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 his dream of being a teacher.D.A man successfully created two organizations.D You dont generally expect to put yourself in the public eye whenyou go on v

27、acation.However when a British couple,Jessica and Edward,flew to Crete,they found themselves attracting a lot of attention after coming across a large sum of money in the street.At first,their Crete vacation hadnt been anything outside of the norm.However,it was as they were exploring the souvenir s

28、hops that everything changed.The couple were just walking down the street when Jessica suddenly kicked something lying on the ground.It looked a bit like a make-up bag and so they assumed that someone had lost it.Without hesitation,Jessica picked up the bag and opened it.She was shocked to see a lot

29、 of money in it-a total of 7,100 Euros.There was probably a lot they could do with all that money.However,the couple didnt have it in them to steal what belonged to someone else.Going to the police was the first thought that came to mind when Jessica saw the money.She didnt consider that there was a

30、ny other choice,so the couple handed over the money to the local police.The police found the owner,an elderly woman,and informed the couple that the woman wanted to meet them.When they eventually met at the police station,the woman was so overcome with emotion that she wouldnt stop hugging and bless

31、ing them,although they insisted they were just doing the right thing.News of what the couple had done quickly made its way around the island.The locals wanted to show them their gratitude.This included receiving free taxi rides and even an offer to have their hotel room upgraded.The couple appreciat

32、ed the kindness,but it was all getting to be a bit too much.They just wanted to have a normal vacation.They are probably hoping that they fly a little more under the radar during their next vacation.Theres only so much attention that these two lovebirds can handle.12.What is the first reaction of th

33、e couple after finding the money?A.They decided to do all with that money.B.They bought something in souvenir shops.C.They turned it over to the local police station.D.They tried to look for the owner by themselves.13.Which o the following can best describe the locals in Crete?A.Polite and hard-work

34、ing.B.Kind and grateful.C.Sociable and honest.D.Rich and determined.14.Why do the couple hope to“fly a little more under the radar in the last paragraph?A.They want to take fewer flights.B.They cant handle more radars.C.They hope to gain less attention.D.They dont have more money.15.What can we lear

35、n from the text?A.Good things come to kind people.B.The early bird catchesthe worm.C.Behind bad luck conies good luck.D.Money is too much for strangers.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 Earthquakes strike without warning and are among the most destructive natural d

36、isasters.Keeping calm and proper reaction can sometimes save your life.To ride out an earthquake,remember the phrase“drop,cover,and hold on.”_16_ 17.Move away from buildings,street lights,power lines,and bridges._18_As soon as the ground begins shaking,try to get as far away as possible from any nea

37、rby structures.Do not seek shelter under a bridge or overpass.19.Crouch down low in a wide open area until the shaking stops.Once youve made your way away from nearby structures,get on your hands and knees and cover your head.See if there are any objects nearby to use as a shield(遮蔽物）,such as a tras

38、h can lid._20_ 21._22_ As you go out after the earthquake,be careful of broken glass,rubble,downed power lines,fallen trees,and any other potential danger.Check yourself and anyone nearby for injuries.If necessary,perform first aid and call emergency services.23.Get to higher ground if youre on the

39、shore or near a dam.Earth quakes can cause tsunamis,so put distance between yourself and the coast.If a shaking lasts more than 20 seconds,_24_Get to ground thats at least 100 ft(30 m)above sea level or 2 miles(3.2 km)from the shore.A.Drop to your hands and knees under a table or desk.B.Watch out fo

40、r danger as you observe your surroundings.C.If possible,grab a pillow,sofa cushion,or another object to cover your face and head.D.Here are four tips helping you survive an earthquake if you are outdoors.E.Dont wait for an alarm or warning to escape.F.The most dangerous locations during an earthquak

41、e are areas immediately around buildings.G.If none are available,cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.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 Yesterday afternoon I was in my studio working.I was chatting on the phone when something m

42、ade me_21_.Out of the window,on the other side of the street,I saw my veryelderly neighbor kneeling（跪下）in the grass,his_22_beside him.Ive got to go,I said to my friend,think something is wrong.So I_23_downstairs,out my front door and_24_the street.He was taking a_25_,and he tripped（绊倒）on the pavemen

43、t,the caregiver said.I cant_26_him on my own.My neighbor is a_27_man,so I ran back home and got my husband!Together we were able to get him_28_,but he couldnt walk._29_,a woman bicycled by and asked if we needed_30_!She got a lawn chair from my front porch and we got my neighbor_31_.After resting fo

44、r a few_32_,we were able to help him_33_the house.I dont know what I would have done_34_you hadnt rushed over to help.I was all_35_his caregiver said.So heres what Ive been_36_since yesterday afternoon:Help your_37_.Look up from what you are doing,and look around for who you can help.It may not be a

45、s_38_as it was in this case,but theres always help you can_39_.You can give help to your neighbor across the street,or the person standing beside you.They are all your neighbors.Your_40_will be appreciated.21.A.look down B.look back C.look up D.look on 22.A.caregiver B.adviser C.assistant D.wife 23.

46、A.climbed B.slid C.jumped D.ran 24.A.over B.across C.along D.through 25.A.ride B.walk C.bus D.taxi 26.A.catch B.comfort C.lift D.push 27.A.great B.large C.weak D.slim 28.A.standing B.speaking C.lying D.jogging 29.A.Strangely B.Luckily C.Surprisingly D.Hopefully 30.A.help B.care C.exercise D.credit 3

47、1.A.protected B.changed C.seated D.tracked 32.A.hours B.seconds C.minutes D.days 33.A.break into B.slip into C.check into D.get into 34.A.unless B.until C.though D.if 35.A.alone B.amazed C.awake D.annoyed 36.A.arguing about B.thinking about C.complaining about D.talking about 37.A.neighbor B.custome

48、r C.friend D.38.A.obvious B.important C.formal D.powerful 39.A.seek B.receive C.recommend D.offer 40.A.honesty B.wisdom C.kindness D.responsibility 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 A small town in England is teaching the world that it is important_41._(grow)your own fo

49、od.Any open space_42._(use)to grow fruit and vegetables.There are apples,pears,peaches,strawberries,cabbages and carrots,here and there.Everyone can pick them_43._free.Eight years ago,a woman named Pam in Todmorden dug up her rose garden.She planted vegetables,knocked down the garden walls and put u

50、p a sign_44._(say),Help yourself?Today,Pam has_45._(complete)changed the town.A new town has been born,_46._is called Incredible Edible Todmorden.Pam explained why she thought the idea was popular.Its possible and positive.Many people know we have to change,_47._how we do that is a question.So one d