金山中学三校联考试题(英语)
2020-2021学年潮州市金山中学高三英语第三次联考试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年潮州市金山中学高三英语第三次联考试题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AIn Sweden, McDonald’s is building “bee hotels” on the back of its roadside billboards (广告牌) to help save the country’s decreasing bee population. It launched the campaign together with outdoor advertising giant JCDecaux. Six large wooden bee hotels, with drilled holes on the front, first appeared on the back of a north-facing billboard in Jarfalla in September.“Without pollination (授粉) from bees, a thirdof the food we eat would be threatened.” McDonald’s said. But it turns out that at least 30 percent of the country’s wild bee population is endangered, according to the fast-food chain. A big problem is that they lack places to live. Based on data released by Chalmers University of Technology, we know Sweden owns 274 species of bees, of which 37 species are bumblebees, and more than a third are decreasing or face the risk of decreasing. Their natural habitats have been damaged by factors including the changes of agricultural activities and fast urbanization (城市化). Fortunately, most bees are able to survive in urban habitats, like the bee hotels.Every McDonald’s authorized restaurant in Sweden will be allowed to order their own bee hotel billboards and design the messages by themselves, as the fast-food chain says. It is their hope that the number of hotels could grow to a greater extent in the near future. Great efforts in addition to that have been made by the company. On World Bee Day, May 20, it introduced “the world’s smallest McDonald’s”. McHive, which could function as an actual beehive (蜂箱). Designed by set designer Nilsson himself, the creation was sold for $10,000 at a charity fundraiser held for Ronald McDonald House Charities.Beehives can be found on the rooftops of some McDonald’s restaurants in Sweden, too. This took place in certain areas but is now followed by an increasing number of participants. More McDonald’s restaurants are making an effort to improve the living conditions of wild bees by removing the grass round their restaurants to grow flowers and plants instead.1. According to the passage, the challenge that wild bees are facing is ________A. the fast process of industry.B. the world's Large amount of trash.C. the rapid development of urbanization.D. the sharp growth of population.2. How does McDonald's help wild bees in Sweden?A. By providing shelters for bees.B. By offering food to bees.C. By advertising rescue activities.D. By putting up more billboards.3. What is the best title for the text?A. Wild bees in dangerB. The loss of bees’ habitatsC McDonald’s bee hotelsD. The protection of wild beesBHi, Momis a hit inChina. Since its release in early February the movie has earned more than 5 billion yuan at the box office. It is currently the second-highest-grossing film ever released in the country, and may yet overtakeWolf Worrior2, an action film from 2017.Written and directed by Jia Ling, the film is adapted from her comedy routine from 2016 which explored her relationship with her mother, who died in an accident when Ms. Jia was 19. At a time when many people have been separated from their families, the themes of grief and filial piety (孝道) inHi, Mombring agreement.The film’s impressive box office income is also a reminder of the health of the industry inChinacompared withHollywood. In the West cinemas remain closed due to lockdown or operate at limited capacity; inChina, where many restrictions have been lifted, between 50% and 75% of seats are available to book. During the Spring Festival, Chinese cinemas made an estimated $1.5 billion in ticket sales – 71% of takings at the American box office in all of 2020.With cinemas shut, film-sales agent stopped bringingHollywoodmovies to market. That has given locally made films a chance to excel. Since 2013, domestic films have taken around 60% of total box office earnings. In 2021, that number may get closer to 100%.4. What can be inferred from the first paragraph aboutHi, Mom?A. It will be a success.B.Wolf Worrior2 will be released after it.C. It is better than Wolf Worrior 2.D. It may be the first-highest-grossing film inChina.5. Which statement is NOT true according to the text?A. The film industry inChinais developing better than that inHollywood.B. The film is based on a real story.C. You can’t go to cinema because there are many restrictions.D. Many people can’t see their families often nowadays.6. What is the author’s attitude towards local films?A. NegativeB. PositiveC. IndifferentD. Skeptical7. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Local Movies Arise.B. China Film Industry.C. Comedy Time.D.Hi, Mom-China’s Latest Hit.COn the night of September 19, 1961, Betty Hill and her husband Barney were driving home through the White Mountains from Niagara Falls. They were travelling on anearly deserted two-lane highway when Betty noticed a steady light in the sky that was getting bigger and brighter.She thought it was a planet or a star. Barney, stimulated at her excitement, said it was probably just a wandering aeroplane. Whatever it was, it appeared to be following them.They stopped their car for a closer look. What they said happened next, changed their lives. The flying object was noiseless. It appeared to be spinning. It was as big as a jet but shaped like a pancake.So formed the tale of Betty Hill, a New Hampshire social worker who, with Barney, a postal worker, claimed to be kidnapped by aliens, who were from outer space, on a moonlit night about 60 years ago.After reluctantly going public with her experience, Hill, who died of cancer at her New Hampshire home, aged 85, became a celebrity on the UFO circuit and was known as the “first lady of UFOs”.Intriguingly, at the time of the incident, the Hills remembered nothing except that they had spied a strange object in the sky. Later, troubled by nightmares and other stress-related pains, the couple underwenthypnosis(催眠) where the full story came out with the aid of Boston psychiatrist Benjamin Simon, an expert in medical hypnosis.On their night of contact the Hills arrived homeat 5 a.m., unable to account for two lost hours. They were alsoconfused by the odd marks on their telescopes, deep signs on the tops of Barney’s best shoes, Betty’s torn dress and strange circular markings on their car that made the needle of a compass jump wildly.After seeing them for six months, the psychiatrist concluded the Hills’ lost memory about the hours they lost on that night in 1961 “appeared to involve an amazing experience on the part of both of the Hills”. Whether the experience had been fantasy or reality, Simon could not say, but he said he was convinced they had not been lying. He guessed that it had been a kind of shared dream.Reports of aliens capturing humans and taking them aboard oddly shaped spacecraft were “comparatively rare” before 1975. After a movie, “The UFO Incident”, about the Hills came out, however, such stories increased.8. When they saw the strange object in the sky, Barney and Betty Hill ______________.A. were astonished at its strange flight and noiseB. regarded it as just a wandering car following themC. realized immediately what the danger it might causeD. showed curiosity in discovering what it really was9. The word “Intriguingly” in paragraph 6 most probably means “______________”.A. RidiculouslyB. TemporarilyC. RemarkablyD. Mysteriously10. The Hills later sought the help of a psychiatrist because ______________.A. they had lots of secrets in their lives after the strange experienceB. their lives were greatly disturbed by the unexpected experienceC. they wanted to share their unforgettable experience with the expertD. they hoped to forget completely what had happened to them11. This article was written in order to ______________.A. describe an unusual event to the readersB. convince readers of the existence of UFOsC. record how people were caught by aliensD. warn people of the dangers the UFOs causeDWhat is the secret of happiness? A new study finds that happiness comes from exercise. People who exercise actively bring themselves happiness equal to earning an extra $25,000 ayear.Instead of recording extra hours at work in hopes of getting a raise, maybe you should hit the gym instead, as it could make you just as happy as that extra money. An interesting new study, published in the Lancet, found that people who are physically active have a greater sense of well—being than those who are inactive-and that active individuals feel as good as inactive people who earn $ 25,000 more per year.Researchers from Oxford and Yale Universities used data gathered from more than 1.2milion Americans. They were asked, “How many times have you felt mentally unwell in the past30 days. for example, due to stress, depression, or emotional problems?” Participants were also asked about their exercise habits and were able to choose from 75 diverse physical activities, including doing housework and childcare, running, weightlifting, and cycling. The researchers found that people who exercise regularly feel bad for an average of 35 days per year, while inactive people feel bad for an additional 18 days.All exercise types were associated with a lower mental health burden. Social physical activities（that is to say, team sports such as football, basketball, etc）had an even more positive effect, which can best help people relax mind.It is possible for some to get too much exercise. From Business Insider'sreport on the study. “The mental health of those participants who exercised for longer than three hours a day suffered more than that of those who weren't particularly physically active.” The ideal amount seems to be three to five training sessions per week. lasting 30 to 60 minutes each.But the conclusion should be that any amount helps, so don't stress about hitting that perfect balance: “All exercise types were associated with a lower mental health burden than not exercising.”12. The question asked in Paragraph one is meant to ______.A. introduce the researchersB. tell the secretC. draw a conclusionD. lead to the topic13. Which exercise below can help us relax mind most effectively?A. RunningB. Walking alone.C. Playing footballD. Keeping fit in the gym.14. According to the passage, the following are true EXCEPT that ______.A. people who exercise actively may feel bad for about 35 days per year.B. The more exercise you take, the higher mental health burden you will get.C. overdoing exercising will do harm to people's mental health.D. doing exercise is better than not doing it.15. What is the main idea of the passage?A. Exercise can bring as much pleasure as an income rise.B. The secret of happiness has nothing to do with wealth.C. Choosing the right form of exercise is of vital importance.D. The key to keep young is to exercise regularly.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。
2020-2021学年潮州市金山中学高三英语第三次联考试卷及答案解析
2020-2021学年潮州市金山中学高三英语第三次联考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AWelcome to Oxford University MuseumsAshmolean MuseumEstablished in 1683, the Ashmolean Museum is the oldest museum in the UK and one of the oldest in the world. It houses the University’s extensive collections of art and antiquities, ranging back over four millennia.Location: Beaumont Street Tel: 01865278000Open: Tue. Sun. 10: 00-17: 00.Charge: Admission is free; special exhibitions are ticketed and a charge may applyNote: For group bookings Tel:01865278015Oxford University Museum of Natural HistoryThe University Museum of Natural History houses the University’s collections of zoological, entomological, paleontological and mineral specimens. With 4. 5 million specimens it is the largest collection of its type outside of the national collections.Location: Parks Road Tel: 01865 272950Open: 10: 00-17: 00 dailyCharge: Admission is freeNote: Groups must book in advanceMuseum of the History of ScienceThe Museum of the History of Science is housed in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building. It contains the world’s finest collection of historic scientific instruments.Location: Broad Street Tel: 01865277280Open: Tue.Sun.12: 00-17:00Charge: Admission is freeNote: Booking required for groups of 15 or morePitt Rivers MuseumThe Pitt Rivers Museum holds one of the world’s finest collections of anthropology and archaeology, withobjects from every continent and from throughout human history.Location: Parks Road enter via the Oxford University Museum of Natural HistoryTel:01865270927Open: Tue Sun. and Bank Holiday Mondays: 10: 00-16: 30Charge: Admission is freeNote: Groups must book in advance1.If a group of 20 students want to visit the oldest museum in the UK, they should call_______A.01865277280B.01865278015C.01865270927D.018652729502.Which of the museums can visitors go to any day of the week?A.Ashmolean Museum.B.Museum of the History of Science.C.Oxford University Museum of Natural History.D.Pitt Rivers Museum3.Which of the following is true according to the passage?A.Ashmolean Museum is on the Broad Street.B.Pitt Rivers Museum contains the world’s finest collection of historic scientific instruments.C.We don’t have to book in advance if our group want to visit the University Museum of Natural History.D.We can enter the Pitt Rivers Museum through the Oxford University Museum of Natural History.BWhy can friendships be hard? Because often people aren't as honest and open as they should be. Sometimes, people end up getting hurt.Most problems with friendships come up because people are just too selfish to care about the things that their friends need. They care about their own needs much more, which makes it hard for friendships to work. However, being selfish is part of human nature. A person is put together in order to take care of himself and his own needs, not necessarily those needs of other people. Even though being selfish is something that all humans are born with, it is something that everyone should guard against.The best thing to remember when you are a friend to anyone is that you need to treat your friend the same way as you'd like to be treated. This is wonderful advice for a friendship, because it is really the only way to make sure that you are giving your friend everything you would want to be given in a friendship. Whenever you have a question about how you should treat a friend, it is easy to find an answer simply by asking yourself what you would like your friend to do for you, if he or she is in your shoes.Even if you're always thinking about how you'd like to be treated, and your friends are too, there are issues that come up from time to time in each friendship, and it is important to understand how to deal with these issues so that you can build stronger and healthier friendships. Issues like friends getting boyfriends or girlfriends and not spending enough time with their friends, or even friends finding new friends and leaving old friends behind are issues that will probably come up with one or more of your friendships. It is important to know how to deal with these issues so that you can keep your friends and make new ones. No one wants to have a broken friendship.4. Why may problems with friendships appear?A. One is selfish.B. One is alone.C. One is too anxious.D. One is too busy.5. What's the first and most important thing to be other people's friend?A. Not to hurt your friends' feelings.B. To give your friends whatever you have.C. To treat your friends as fairly as possible.D. Not to think of your own needs any more.6. What is the text mainly about?A. The Meaning of FriendshipsB. The Importance of FriendshipsC. The Advantages of FriendshipsD. The Problems with Friendships7. What may follow the last paragraph of the text?A. How to make many friends.B. How to keep friends happy.C. How to treat friends correctly.D. How to solve friendship issues.CThe idea came to him when he least expected it. Alvin Irby was at a barbershop when he saw one of his former students sitting in the shop with a bored look on his face. That’s when Irby realized that by pairing barbershops and books, he might be able to inspire young boys to read.Alvin Irby, a former kindergarten and first-grade teacher, knows how important it is for young children to read. He also knows that young boys in particular often don’t have adult male role models who inspire them to read.“Many young boys may literally never see a man reading in school during the years when they’re learning to read because there are so few male elementary school teachers,” Irby toldMashable.That’s where the barbershops come in. Four years ago, Irby launched Barbershop Books as a way to not just get books into the hands of young boys, but also to create community reading spaces in a place where kids go frequently. Since itsinceptionin 2013, the program has created kid-friendly reading spaces in 50 barbershops in 12 states throughout the United States.Irby isn’t the first person to see the connection between barbershops and books and boys. Hair stylist Courtney Holmes, launched a program a few years ago offering free haircuts to kids as long as they read to him while he cuts their hair.That’s the kind of environment that Irby wants to promote with his program. The reading spaces created by Barbershop Books help to spark an interest in books by showing kids that reading is about more than just spelling and vocabulary skills, it’s about making reading a low-stress activity that can help them relax, laugh and have fun.“Our belief is that if we can create positive reading experiences early and often for young boys, then they will choose to read for fun,” Irby noted, adding, “This is really what Barbershop Books is about, getting young boys to say three words: I’m a reader.”8. What happened to Alvin when he was at a barbershop?A. He found it easy for young people to get bored.B. He offered a barbershop to his former student.C. He thought of a way to encourage young readers.D. He realized the importance of reading for young boys.9. What is the function of Barbershop Books?A. To attract more customers who love films.B. To provide free haircuts to book lovers.C. To show the influence of reading on children.D. To create a reading environment fbr children.10. It can be inferred from the passage that ________.A. reading is a low-stress activity that is relaxingB. Barbershop Books is only suitable for young boysC. Irby attaches great importance to school educationD. Barbershop Books can arouse (引起) young people’s interest in reading11. What does the underlined word “inception” in the 3rdparagraph mean?A. discovery.B. success.C. popularity.D. beginning.DAddiction to smartphones will result in poor sleep, according to a new study.The study, published Tuesday in Frontiers in Psychiatry, looked at smartphone use among 1,043 students between the ages of 18 and 30at King's College London. Researchers asked the students to complete two questionnaires on their sleep quality and smartphone use, in person and online.Using a 10-question scale that was developed to judge smartphone addiction in children, nearly 40% of the university students qualified as "addicted" to smartphones, the study found. “Our findings are in agreement with other reported studies in young adult populations globally, which are in the range of 30-45%,” lead author Sei Yon Sohn and her co-authors wrote in the study. "Later time of use was also significantly connected with smartphone addiction, with use after 1 a.m. increasing a 3- times risk," the authors wrote.Students who reported high use of smartphones also reported poor sleep quality, the study found. That foils in line with previous studies that have found overuse of smartphones at night to be associated with trouble falling asleep, reduced sleep duration (睡眠持续时间)and daytime tiredness. That's likely because use of smartphones close to bedtime has been shown to delay the body's normal sleep - and - wake clock.In fact, the No. 1 rule is "no computers, cell phones, and ipads in bed and at least one hour beforebed Dr. Vsevolod Polotsky, who directs sleep basic research, said in a recent interview. That's because "any LED light source from electronics (电子设备)may further hold back melatonin (褪黑激素)levels," Polotsky said. Melatonin is often referred to as a "sleep hormone," because we sleep better during the night when levels reach the top.“This is a cross-sectional study, and it cannot lead to any firm conclusions about smartphone use as the cause of reduced sleep quality, said Bob Patton, a lecturer in clinical psychology at the University of Surrey, via email.12. How did Sei Yon Sohn's team begin their study?A. By publishing researching papers.B. By responding to others’ concern.C. By collecting firsthand data.D. By turning to related experts.13. What did the study find about sleep quality and smartphone use?A. 30-45% of the university students are addicted to smartphones.B. High use of smartphones is related to poor sleep quality.C. Overuse of smartphones leads to shorter sleep duration.D. Use after 1 a.m. will result in smartphone addiction.14. What is Polotsky's opinion on electronics ?A. We should stop using them an hour before going to sleep.B. LED light source from them will delay normal sleep- and- wake clock.C. Reduced sleep quality has nothingto do with them.D. No electronics should be used in bed at any time.15. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Say No to SmartphonesB. Sleep Quality Can Be ImprovedC. LED Light Source Causes Great HarmD. Smartphone Addiction Ruins Sleep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。
广东省汕头市金山中学2021-2022学年高三年级下学期联考英语试题【含答案】
2021-2022学年高三年级下学期联考英语试题第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37.5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。
AIf you're looking for some books to read, the following may be your best choices.Team Human by Douglas RushkoffDouglas Rushkoff believes we are essentially social creatures, and that we achieve our greatest goals when we work together, not as individuals. However, he says today's society is threatened by many elements that weaken our ability to connect. He calls on us to take action.Climate-A New Story by Charles EisensteinWith an entire chapter stating climate change, Charles Eisenstein advocates expanding our limited focus on carbon emissions to see the broader picture beyond our short-sighted and incomplete approach. He thinks rivers, forests and the creatures of nature are valuable in their own right, not simply for preventing a rise in temperature.Who Can You Trust? by Rachel BotsmanIn this book, Rachel Botsman reveals that we are at the point of one of the biggest social transformations in human history. She says we might have lost faith in many other people, but millions of people exchange digital currencies or find themselves trusting a robot. She says if we are to benefit from this shift, we must understand the mechanics of how trust is built, managed, lost and repaired in the digital age.The Happiness Fantasy by Carl CederströmCarl Cederström traces our present-day conception of happiness. He argues that happi-ness is now defined by a desire to experience physical pleasure. He says, however, there is a vision of the good life which promotes deeper engagement with the world. Guided by this more reasonable worldview, we will present ourselves with a new image.21．What does Team Human focus on?A．Individuals' ability. B．Social events.C．Teamwork. D．Creatures.22．Who introduces climate change to readers?A．Douglas Rushkoff. B．Charles Eisenstein.C．Rachel Botsman. D．Carl Cederström.23．Which book calls on readers to attach importance to mental pleasure?A．Team Human. B．Climate-A New Story.C．Who Can You Trust? D．The Happiness Fantasy.BOn one day of May, when Jared Garcia got home from work, he opened the fridge and saw four different pizza boxes from four different restaurants. "It's pretty embarrassing, but it's the truth," Jared said.At 129 kilograms, the 27-year-old would sit on the couch watching TV, without energy left after conquering the workday. Late-night snacks included popcorn and ice cream Gradu-ally, his clothes felt like getting smaller every time he did laundry. Also, Jared missed the feeling he got when he used to play sports as a teenager.Together, he and his girlfriend, Bella MacDonald, decided to make a change to lifestyle. They had talked about doing it before, but-this time, it stuck. They didn't want to look back 20 years from now realizing they should have made changes to be healthier then.First, they would start going to the gym. But they didn't want to put in the hours of fit-ness without having the right diet to bring up their energy levels. They would eat their meals between 8 am and 6 pm each day. This helped them kick the late-night snacking habit. "You stop mindless eating in the evening. You're also eating in sync （同步）with your circadian rhythm（昼夜节律）, which is more favorable for weight loss," said Jared.They immediately noticed their energy levels started to pick back up as they started eating pizza for proteins like turkey alongside vegetables. "When we're eating only during a ten-hour period, we do want to follow good nutritional guidelines, including protein, fiber, enough flu-ids in our diet as well," Jared said.Jared loved eating healthier options, but always had a hard time getting up to go to the gym. For Bella, food was a weakness, but she was excited to get up and work out. Anyway, they would stay the course.24．What can we know about Jared from paragraph 2?A．He kept slim all the time.B．He forgot to play sports.C．He once had bad eating habits.D．He worked late into the night.25．W at does the underlined word "stuck" mean in paragraph 3?A．Paid off. B．Became accepted.C．Started early. D．Remained uncertain.26. What did Jared and Bella do besides going to the gym?A．They stopped getting proteins and fiber.B．They tried to find out their weaknesses.C．They avoided eating late-night snacks.D．They asked friends to work out together.27．How was Jared and Bella's losing weight?A．Tough. B．Unexpected.C．Interesting. D．Heartbreaking.CSea plants like marine algae（海洋藻类）, seagrass and mangroves（红树林）provide habi-tats for many marine creatures including shrimp, fish and other small creatures: In some way, these plants keep the steady of theenvironment on the bottom of the sea that might otherwise be damaged by sea waves, sunlight and other climate change.In mankind's view, mangroves offer a safeguard against storms such as hurricanes, pro-tecting the inland areas where people live, especially in places like the coastlines of Florida and Louisiana.Marine algae, seagrass and mangroves play another vital role for many marine creatures—that of a baby room Many marine animals lay eggs in these areas because their young have a better chance of avoiding hunters while hidden in the plants.Many animals rely on these plants as a main food source as well. Sea urchins（海胆）are just one example of some marine creatures that eat marine algae, keeping the algae from over-growth for its health. Without these vital plants, lots of marine animals would have little pro-tection from the hunters and human activities.Pollution and fertilizer run-off, damage from boat grounding and human-caused stresses on natural water systems are just a few types of threats that impact these weak ecosystems. The effects of the oil run-off in combination with these pre-existent conditions are difficult to predict. However, it is certain that the results will not be good for the already stressed envi-ronments that many species of marine life call home.When exposed to the oil and the chemicals used to clean up the run-off, the sea plants themselves are directly affected. But in addition, the marine animals that depend on these plants as food and shelter are also impacted, and the rest of the food web will feel the effect.28．What do the mangroves mean to the people in Florida?A．Their homes. B．Their food sources.C．Their hiding places. D．Their security blankets.29．Why do many marine animals produce their young in the three plants?A．To seek shelter. B．To search for food.C．To look for room. D．To handle climate change.30．What relationship do sea urchins and marine algae have?A．Interdependent. B．Unfriendly. C．Cooperative. D．Competitive.31．What may be the indirect result of the oil run-off?A．The food web will be rebuilt.B．The sea plants will grow widely.C．People's health will be under threat.D．People will use chemicals to clean it up.DLithium-ion （锂离子）batteries are the current front-runners for storing renewable ener-gy, but their components can be expensive; Zinc（锌）batteries are easier on the wallet and the planet, but lab experiments are now pointing to ways around their primary drawback: They can't be recharged over and over for decades.The need for grid-scale （电网规模的）battery storage is growing as increasing amounts of solar, wind, and other renewable energy come online. This year, America is committed to making the American electricitygrid carbon-free by 2035. To even out dips in supply, much of that renewable power will have to be stored for hours or days, and then fed back into the grid. For California alone, it wants to deploy（部署）more than 8800 megawatts of rechargeable batteries by 2026, and last week, the governor of California proposed $ 350 million in state funding to develop long-duration energy storage technologies. "That trend will not go down. It will only continue to grow," says Mark Baggio, vice president for business development at Zinc8 Energy Solutions, a zinc battery producer."For power storage, Lithium-ion is the 800-pound gorilla," says Michael Burz, CEO of EnZinc, a zinc battery startup, "but lithium, a relatively rare metal that's only mined in a handful of countries, is too scarce and expensive to back up the world's grids. We need an al-ternative to lithium. Zinc batteries may be one of the options. "Non-rechargeable zinc batteries have been on the market for decades. More recently, some zinc rechargeable batteries have also been commercialized, but they tend to have limited energy storage capacity. Another technology, zinc flow cell batteries, is also making big steps. But it requires more complex pumps and tanks to operate.So, researchers are now working to improve other varieties including zinc-air cells. They say although it's urgent, there is a long way to go before they find a solution.32．What do we know about grid-scale battery storage?A．It lacks financial support.B．Its market is huge.C．It meets the public demands.D．It has crucial breakthroughs.33．What is Michael Burz's attitude to zinc batteries for energy storage?A．Skeptical. B．Disappointed. C．Conservative. D．Supportive,34．What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about Zinc batteries?A．Their improvements. B．Their popularity.C．Their functions. D．Their disadvantages.35．Which can be the best title for the text?A．Carbon free: a long-term goal to achieveB．Zinc batteries: a possible solution to power storageC．Renewable energy: the unlimited resource of powerD．Lithium-ion batteries: the front-runners for storing energy第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。
2020-2021学年福州三中金山校区高三英语第三次联考试卷及参考答案
2020-2021学年福州三中金山校区高三英语第三次联考试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（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AThe OrchardI had a very nice meal at the Orchard restaurant．The food was lovely and the service was quite good．We chose to eat in the garden which was full of beautiful flowers and very relaxing．The only disappointment was the dessert — the apple piewas far too sweet and it was cold too．Apart from that it was an enjoyable evening．As for the price — what a bargain，excellent value for money！Park InnThe best thing about Park Inn was the service — it was excellent．There was a warm welcome when we arrived and the waiters were very helpful all evening．However，the food wasn’t as good．The menu looked interesting but the meals were rather tasteless．It’s not a cheap restaurant and I wasn’t happy to pay so much for boring food．Richard’s PlaceWhen we enteredthe restaurant，we were surprised by the lovely interior (内部的) design of it．So stylish，so modern！This is one of the most popular restaurants in town and it’s very easy to see why．The food was great and excellent value for money but it was ruined by very，very poor service！TheRiversideIt was lovely sitting outside and looking over the river．There were lots of little lanterns (灯笼) and color1 ed lights everywhere and it all looked very pretty．The food was good，nothing very special but quite tasty．The service was OK; we didn’t have to wait too long for our food but the waiter never looked very happy！It’s quite an expensive place but with the view I think it’s quite good value for money．1. In which restaurant can customers eat in the garden？A. Park Inn．B. TheOrchard．C. The Riverside．D. Richard’s Place．2. What makes the customers of Park Inn most satisfied？A. The food．B. The price．C. The service．D. The environment．3. In Richard’s Place，customers can ________．A. receive good serviceB. enjoy its moderndesignC. listen to wonderful musicD. enjoy the beauty of a riverBIt was the first day of spring here but it didn't feel like it. The COVID-19 epidemic (流行病) was sweeping the globe and everywhere there were feelings of fear and loneliness. “Social Distancing” had become the new norm. Here the schools had been closed, the restaurant dining rooms had been shut, and people had been told to work from home whenever they could. Even the sheltered workshop where my oldest son worked had been closed until further notice. People had made a run on the stores and large areas of the shelves were bare. On the news the numbers of the sick and dead continued to rise. It felt like there was a weight on the souls of everyone in the world.My family were staying at home as much as possible and as I looked out of my window I wondered how long this crisis would last. It was then, however, that I saw something that lifted that weight off of my soul, made me smile, and made my heart feel happy again. On the street below my house there was an old friend of mine from high school who was a teacher there. With him was my younger son's former aide from the high school as well. They were delivering the school lunches door to door to the hungry children who were stuck at home. Watching them made me think of something everyone's childhood television neighbor, Mr. Roger's once said: "In the bad times, always look for the helpers."I have no doubt that this crisis will pass as all the crisis before. But it is our choice on whether it brings out the best in us or the worst in us. Let it bring out the best in you. Use it to strengthen your faith. Use it to free yourself from fear. Use it to grow kinder, more giving, and more loving. Become a helper to all those in need and you will be a happy person today and all the days to come.4. Why didn't the author like the first day of spring?A. He had to work at home instead of at office.B. There wasn't social distance between each other.C. There was an epidemic everywhere in the world.D. His own company had been closed for a long time.5. How did people feel in the face of the epidemic?A. Disappointed.B. TenseC. Confident.D. Cheerful.6. What made the author happy?A. Seeing someone delivering lunches from door to door.B. Talking with his old friend in the street.C. Watching a childhood television at home.D. Staying together with his family.7. What do Mr. Roger's words actually mean?A. It's not necessary for us to find helpers in bad times.B. In good times we needn't do much to help others.C. We should ask more people to help us in bad times.D. We are supposed to help each other in bad times.CIdentifying the chemical makeup of pigment (色素) used in ancient documents, paintings, and watercolor1 s is criticalto restoring and conserving the precious artworks. However, despite numerous efforts, scientists had been unable to determine the source of folium, a popular blue dye used to color1 manuscripts (手稿) in Europe during the middle ages — from the 5th to the 15th century. Now, a team of researchers fromPortugalhas finally uncovered the mysterious ingredient responsible for the gorgeous blueish-purple color1 that helped bring ancient illustrations and texts to life.The research team began byporing overinstructions penned by European dye makers from the 12th, 14th, and 15th centuries. They found what they were seeking in a 15th-century text entitledThe Book on How to Make All the Color Paints for Illuminating Books. However, translating the instructions was no easy task. It was written in the now extinct Judaeo-Portuguese language, and though the source of the dye was traced back to a plant, no name was mentioned.However, by piecing together suggestions from the text, the scientists were able to determine that the dye was made from the bluish-green berries of the chrozophora tinctoria plant. After an extensive search, the team found a few varieties of the plant growing along the roadside near the town ofMonsarazin southPortugal.The detailed instructions gave the researchers critical clues — including the best time to pick the berries. “You need to squeeze the fruits, being careful not to break the seeds, and then to put them on linen (亚麻).” The scientist says the detail was important since broken seeds polluted the pigment, producing an inferior quality ink. The dyed linen, which was left to dry, was an efficient way to store and transport the pigment during ancient times. When needed, the artist would simply cut off a piece of the cloth and dip it with water to squeeze out the blue color1 .Once the key ingredient had been identified, the researchers began to determine the dye’s molecular structure. To their surprise, they found that folium was not like any other known permanent blue dyes — it was an entirely new class of color1 , one they named chrozophoridin. “Chrozophoridin was used in ancient times to make a beautiful blue dye for painting.” the team wrote in the study. “Thus, we believe that this will not be our final word on this amazing plant and its story and that further discoveries will follow soon.”8. The primary purpose of the study is to ________.A. restore and conserve ancient precious artworksB. determine the substance making up the foliumC. prove the ancient dye-making technique was organicD. identify which class of color1 folium belongs to9. The underlined phrase “poring over”in the second paragraph means ________.A. discussing publiclyB. testing repeatedlyC. passing directlyD. reading carefully10. What can be learned about the blue dye folium?A. It was essentially an inferior type of ink.B. It was the only kind made from wild berries.C. It could be carried and used easily.D. It was carefully squeezed from broken seeds.11. The article is mainly about _________.A. how the mystery ofa thousand-year-old blue dye was solvedB. why the researchers took the trouble to recreate the dyeC. what needs to be done to make an organic dye from a plantD. when and where the discovery of the dye was madeDWhat acts of kindness will make us the happiest, and who tends to benefit the most? A newly-published review of decades of kindness research provides some answers.In this paper, researchers analyzed the results from 126 research articles looking at almost 200, 000 participants from around the world. The studies they chose measured well-being in various ways, including both mental and physical health. Some were experiments, where people did a kindness practice to observe its effects, while others just surveyed people about how kind and happy they were.As expected, people who were kind tended to have higher well-being. Lead researcher Bryant Hui wasastoundedthat the relationship wasn't stronger than it was, but he was still encouraged by the results.One thing Hui and his colleagues found was that people who performed random, informal acts of kindness, like bringing a meal to a sad friend, tended to be happier than people who performed more formal acts of kindness, like volunteering in a soup kitchen.The researchers also found that people who were kind tended to be higher in "eudaimonic happiness"(a sense of meaning and purpose in life) more than "hedonic happiness"(a sense of pleasure and comfort). Perhaps this makes sense, given that being kind takes effort, which reduces comfort but could make people feel better about themselves and their abilities, which would provide a sense of meaning.Being kind came with greater eudaimonic happiness for women than for men, too. According to Hui, this could be because, in many cultures, women are expected to be kinder than men; so, they may have more to gain from it. And younger participants experienced more happiness when they were kind than older participants, perhaps for developmental reasons, he says.Hui isn't sure why acting kind might have these different effects on different groups, but he points to theories put forth by researcher Elizabeth Midlarsky: Being kind may make us feel better about ourselves as a person or about the meaning of our lives, help us forget our own troubles and stresses, or help us be more socially-connected with others.12. What does the data in the second paragraph intend to show?A. The recent paper is worthy of being read.B. The recent paper gives convincing results.C. Kindness is always a hot topic of research.D. Kindness is closely linked to one's well-being.13. What does the underlined word "astounded" in paragraph 3 mean?A. Afraid.B. Certain.C. Excited.D. Surprised.14. Which of the following acts of kindness can make one feel happier according to paragraph 4?A. Volunteering in a hospital.B. Cleaning a community.C. Returning a lost item to its owner.D. Collecting donations for the poor.15. What do the researchers find from the paper?A. Being kind has different effects on different groups.B. Eudaimonic happiness makes people feel comfort.C. The younger experienced more happiness than the older.D. Female participants are kinder than male ones.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。
三校生英语高考试卷
一、选择题（共30小题，每小题2分，共计60分）1. My brother is taller than _______.A. meB. IC. myD. mine2. She _______ a good teacher, but she doesn't make much money.A. isB. wasC. wereD. be3. _______ you like to have some tea?A. DoB. DoesC. DidD. Are4. _______ is the most beautiful city in the world?A. ThatB. ThisC. WhichD. Who5. The sun _______ in the east every morning.A. risesB. risingC. to riseD. rises up6. He is not only a good student but also a helpful person.A. tooB. alsoC. eitherD. neither7. _______ is your favorite food?A. WhatB. WhoC. WhereD. Why8. I think you _______ the right answer.A. areB. beC. wasD. were9. _______ is more important, health or money?A. WhoB. WhatC. WhichD. Whether10. She _______ her homework yesterday evening.A. doB. doesC. didD. doing11. _______ is the way to the library?A. HowB. WhatC. WhereD. Why12. He _______ to Shanghai last week.A. goesB. wentC. goingD. goes on13. The teacher _______ us a good lesson yesterday.A. gaveB. givesC. givingD. to give14. _______ is the capital of China?A. WhatB. WhichD. How15. She _______ her parents last week.A. sawB. seeC. seesD. sawed16. I _______ my book here, but I can't find it now.A. leftB. leaveC. to leaveD. leaving17. _______ you do with your old books?A. WhatB. HowC. WhereD. Why18. The computer _______ in the room.A. isB. beC. wereD. was19. _______ you like to drink, tea or coffee?B. HowC. WhereD. Why20. He _______ to the movies last night.A. goesB. wentC. goD. going21. The weather is so bad. _______ you bring an umbrella?A. DidB. DoesC. DoD. Did22. _______ you want to buy, apples or bananas?A. WhatB. HowC. WhereD. Why23. The children _______ playing in the park.A. areB. beC. were24. He _______ his wallet.A. loseB. lostC. losingD. to lose25. _______ is the best way to learn English?A. WhatB. HowC. WhereD. Why26. She _______ her homework before she goes to bed.A. doB. doesC. didD. done27. _______ is your phone number?A. WhatB. HowC. WhereD. Why28. He _______ to school by bus.A. goesC. goD. going29. _______ you like to eat, rice or bread?A. WhatB. HowC. WhereD. Why30. The students _______ in the classroom.A. areB. beC. wereD. being二、完形填空（共20小题，每小题2分，共计40分）I went to a new school last year. It was a big school, and I had many new friends. One day, my friend, Tom, and I were walking to school. We were talking about our classes.1. A. We B. I C. He D. TheyWe were walking to school, and we were talking about our classes. We were talking about our teachers.2. A. They B. Us C. Them D. WeI had a new teacher in my English class. Her name was Miss Green. She was a very good teacher. She taught us a lot of new things.3. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyMiss Green taught us about grammar. She taught us about sentence structure. She taught us about verb tenses.4. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyI learned a lot from Miss Green. She was a very good teacher. I enjoyed her class very much.5. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyOne day, Miss Green asked us a question. She asked us about the present tense. We answered the question, and she was happy.6. A. We B. I C. He D. TheyThe next day, Miss Green asked us another question. She asked us about the past tense. We answered the question, and she was happy again.7. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyAfter class, Miss Green said to me, "You are doing very well in my class." I was happy to hear that.8. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyI told Tom about Miss Green. He said, "She is a very good teacher." I agreed with him.9. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyWe continued to talk about our classes. We talked about our other teachers. We talked about our other subjects.10. A. They B. Us C. Them D. WeOne day, Tom said to me, "I think Miss Green is the best teacher in our school." I agreed with him.11. A. They B. Us C. Them D. WeWe continued to have good classes with Miss Green. She was a very good teacher. We enjoyed her classes very much.12. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyAfter a while, we moved to a new school. We were sad to leave Miss Green, but we knew she would be fine.13. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyI still remember Miss Green. She was a very good teacher. She taught usa lot of new things.14. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyI think she will be a good teacher in the future. I hope she will be successful.15. A. She B. He C. It D. TheyWe will always remember Miss Green. She was a very good teacher.三、阅读理解（共5小题，每小题2分，共计10分）AMy name is Tom. I am a student. I like reading and playing football. I have two brothers and one sister. My brother is a doctor. My sister is a teacher. My father is a worker. My mother is a nurse.1. Tom is _______.A. a teacherB. a doctorC. a workerD. a student2. Tom's brother is _______.A. a doctorB. a teacherC. a workerD. a nurse3. Tom's mother is _______.A. a doctorB. a teacherC. a workerD. a nurseBOnce upon a time, there was a king. The king had a beautiful garden. The garden was full of flowers and trees. The king loved his garden very much.One day, a mouse came to the garden. The mouse loved the flowers and trees. The mouse began to eat the flowers and trees. The king was very angry. He wanted to kill the mouse.But the mouse was clever. The mouse said to the king, "Please don't kill me. I will help you take care of the garden." The king agreed.The mouse began to help the king take care of the garden. The garden became more beautiful than ever. The king was very happy.1. The king had a _______.A. big gardenB. small gardenC. beautiful gardenD. dirty garden2. The mouse loved _______.A. the kingB. the flowers and treesC. the mouseD. the garden3. The king was _______ with the mouse.A. happyB. angryC. sadD. worried四、短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，共计10分）I am writing to you because I have some questions about your company. I heard that your company is looking for some new employees. I am very interested in working for your company.1. I have been interested in your company for a long time. (正确)2. I think that I have the skills and experience to be a good employee. (正确)3. I have a good education and a lot of experience in the field. (正确)4. I can work hard and be a good team player. (正确)5. I can start working as soon as possible. (正确)6. I look forward to hearing from you soon. (正确)7. Thank you for your time and consideration. (正确)8. I am looking forward to your reply. (正确)9. I hope to work with you soon. (正确)10. I think that I can be a valuable asset to your company. (正确)五、写作（共1题，共计20分）Write a letter to your friend, telling him or her about your favorite hobby and why you enjoy it. You should write at least 100 words but no more than 120 words.【答案】一、选择题1. A2. A3. B4. C5. A6. B7. A8. A9. C 10. C11. A 12. B 13. A 14. A 15. A 16. A 17. A 18. A 19. A 20. B21. C 22. A 23. A 24. B 25. A 26. B 27. A 28. A 29. A 30. A二、完形填空1. A2. B3. A4. A5. B6. A7. A8. A9. D 10. A11. D 12. D 13. A 14. A 15. B三、阅读理解A. 1. D 2. A 3. DB. 1. C 2. B 3. B四、短文改错1. (正确)2. (正确)3. (正确)4. (正确)5. (正确)6. (正确)7. (正确)8. (正确)9. (正确)10. (正确)五、写作Dear [Friend's Name],I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to share with you myfavorite hobby, which is painting.I have always been fascinated by the colors and textures of paint. Painting allows me to express my emotions and creativity in a unique way. When I paint, I feel a sense of calm and relaxation. I enjoy experimenting with different techniques and materials, which keeps the hobby exciting and challenging.One of the reasons I love painting is that it gives me a sense of accomplishment. Each painting is a new challenge, and the satisfactionof completing a piece of art is rewarding. Plus, I love sharing my artwork with others and seeing their reactions.If you ever get the chance, I highly recommend giving painting a try.It's a wonderful way to unwind and explore your artistic side.Take care,[Your Name]。
2021-2022学年福建省福州市三中金山中学高三英语联考试题含解析
2021-2022学年福建省福州市三中金山中学高三英语联考试题含解析一、选择题1. Because he was the new limit, he was stopped and wanted for speeding.A．good at B．tired from C．unaware of D．uninterested in参考答案：C2. — You allow Jim to spend too much time on computer games．—That's right． He ought to work hard and that's also bad for his eyes．A． shouldn't B． couldn't C． mustn't D． needn't参考答案：A3. Ladies and gentlemen, please fasten your seat belts. The plane ________.A. takes offB. is taking offC. has taken offD. took off参考答案：B．解析：本题考查时态。
用现在进行时表将来。
4. 25．Only if you work hard ________ be able to make rapid progress in your study．A．can you B．you can C．will you D．you will参考答案：c略5. After the long journey, the three of them went back home, ______.A. hungry and tiredlyB. hungry and tiredC. hungrily and tiredlyD. hungrily and tired参考答案： B解析：考查形容词习惯用法。
第三次三校联考英语试题
08—09学年度第三次三校联考英语试题命题人：试题说明：1. 本试卷分听力、第I卷〔选择题〕和第II卷〔非选择题〕三局部；2．听力总分为20分，不计入总分；3．第I卷和第II卷总分为 150分：4．听力和第I卷的答案全部填涂在机读卡上;5．考试总用时120分钟。
第一局部：听力〔共20分〕第一节〔共5小题；每一小题1分，总分为5分〕听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选顶中选出最优选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the man think of the exhibit?A. It’s not so good.B. It’s better than what he expected.C. It couldn’t be better.2. What does the woman want the man to do?A. Go to the movies.B. Watch a TV show.C. Go shopping.3. What are the two speakers doing?A. They are waiting in line.B. They are moving fast.C. They are watching a movie.4. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a shop.B. In a restaurant.C. At an airport.5. What does the woman mean?A. She fell asleep before the program ended.B. She missed the beginning of the program.C. She wished she had gone to sleep earlier.第二节〔共15小题；每小1分，总分为15分〕听下面5段对话或独白。
三校联考英语试题及答案
三校联考英语试题及答案一、听力理解（共20分）1. What does the man want to do?A. Buy a new car.B. Go to the cinema.C. Visit his parents.2. How much will the woman spend on the dress?A. $20.B. $25.C. $30.3. Where are the speakers?A. In a library.B. At a restaurant.C. In a classroom.4. What is the weather like today?A. Sunny.B. Rainy.C. Cloudy.5. What does the woman suggest the man do?A. Take a taxi.B. Catch the bus.C. Walk to the station.二、阅读理解（共30分）AThe article discusses the benefits of reading books. It mentions that reading can improve vocabulary, enhancecritical thinking skills, and reduce stress. According to thearticle, reading for just 20 minutes a day can significantly improve memory and concentration.6. What is the main idea of the article?A. The importance of reading books.B. The negative effects of reading.C. How to improve memory and concentration.7. How long should one read to see benefits?A. 10 minutes a day.B. 20 minutes a day.C. An hour a day.8. What are some benefits of reading mentioned in the article?A. Improved vocabulary and critical thinking.B. Increased stress levels.C. Decreased memory and concentration.BThe passage describes a new app that helps people learn a new language. The app uses artificial intelligence to adapt tothe user's learning style and provides personalized lessons.It also includes a community feature where users can connect with native speakers for practice.9. What is the purpose of the app?A. To teach people a new language.B. To connect people with native speakers.C. To provide personalized lessons.10. How does the app adapt to the user?A. By using artificial intelligence.B. By providing community features.C. By offering standardized lessons.11. What is one feature of the app?A. It uses artificial intelligence.B. It has a community feature.C. It offers standardized lessons.三、完形填空（共20分）In today's fast-paced world, it is essential to stay organized. Here are some tips to help you manage your time effectively.12. In order to stay organized, you should ______.A. avoid making plansB. make a to-do listC. work all day long13. A to-do list helps you ______.A. waste timeB. prioritize tasksC. procrastinate14. It is important to ______ when making a to-do list.A. include everythingB. keep it shortC. set realistic goals15. Breaking tasks into smaller parts can help you ______.A. feel overwhelmedB. lose focusC. stay motivated四、写作（共30分）Write an essay on the topic "The Importance of Time Management". You should write at least 120 words. Use your own experiences and examples to support your points.参考答案：一、听力理解1. C2. B3. A4. C5. B二、阅读理解6. A7. B8. A9. A 10. A 11. B三、完形填空12. B 13. B 14. C 15. C。
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2010-2011学年度高三级英语科联考试卷本试卷分选择题和非选择题，共8页，满分为135分,考试用时120分钟I．语言知识及运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节完形填空（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意。
然后从1～15各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑When Alice started to cycle home from Jenny's house, she wasn't nervous. She was certainlynot afraid of the dark. Besides,it was only a 15-minute fide home. But halfway there, she began to wish that she hadn't been so 1 .As she rounded asharp bend, it suddenly 2 cold--very cold. Alice's breath became puffs of white cloud and her legs were so cold that it became hard to ride. With her heart beating fast, she struggled so hard to move 3 that she didn't hear the car Which suddenly appeared beside her. She stopped by the road, The big black car also stopped .Slowly, the passenger-window began to slide down. Alice held her breath.in the soft light inside the car, something 4 ·Then, the light brightened and Alice was staring at a sweet,grey-haired 0ld lady."Hello, dear," said the old lady.“I need help. I'm afraid I'm lost.I need to find the nearest airport.I must be there in the next five minutes."“Airport?. You 5 are lost," Alice said. "You need to go back .five kilometers.until you reach the T-junction. Turn left and drive for about another 10 kilometers to the main highway.From there, just follow the 6 to the airport.But I'm afraid there's no 7 you'll get there in five minutes!"Thank you very much, dear," replied the old lady. ,Don't worry -- I'll 8 in time."The 9 moved up and the car started off.A little way ahead, it 10 and with headlights flashing, it drove past Alice. But then, sometifing 11 happened. The car began changing. First,its color 12 from black to silvery-grew. Then, the wheels began disappearing, but the car continued to move forward, 13 just above the ground. As the car l4 into the dark sky,the big red tail-lights grew larger and larger and glowed more and more brightly. With afaint whistling 15 ,the car was gone in seconds, leaving Alice shaking her head in disbelief...1.A. brave B.excited C.curious D.stubborn2.A. fell B.seemed C. proved D.grew3.A.aside B.around C.forward D.backward4.A、gathered B.existed C.dropped D.moved5.A. necessarily B.normally C.basically D.certainly6.A. address B.signs C.notices D.guidance7.A. doubt B.room C.time D.way8.A have it B.get it C.make it D.finish it9.A. door B.window C.headlight D.wheel10.A. passed B.rushed C.turned D.continued11.A.trange B.sensitive C.imaginable D.horrible12.A.developed B.appeared C.spread D.faded13.A.rolling B.floating C.drawing D.flashing14.A.pointed B.returned C.broke D.rose15. A.tune B.voice C.sound D.tone第二节语法填空（共10题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，根据上下文填入适当的词语，或使用括号中的词语的适当形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号为16-25的相应位置。
The long history of the Chinese Knot dates back to ancient times 16 people first used knots for fastening, wrapping, hunting and fishing. The knot was developed 17 an art form during the Tang (AD 618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties and later popularized in Ming and Qing Dynasty (1368-1911 AD)One major characteristic of decorative knot work is 18 all the knots are tied using one thread,and when 19 (finish), the knot looks identical from 20 the front and the back. They can come in a 21 (various)of colors such as: gold, green, blue or black. However, the most commonly used color is red. This is 22 it symbolizes good luck and prosperity.Crafting the Chinese knot is 23 three-step process, which involves tying, tightening and adding. There are many different shapes of Chinese knots, 24 (offer)blessings of happiness.love and good luck.In Chinese, "knot" means reunion, friendliness, love and warmth, etc. Up to now, the art of the Chinese knot 25 (use) in necklaces, buttons and even hangings for cars or mobile phones.II. 阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节。
阅读理解（共20题；每小题2分，满分40分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从26-45各题所给的四个选项中，选出最佳答案，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AScientists in the 1950s proclaimed the robot the brainwave of the future--it would free housewives of drudgery and fill factories with a tireless work force. But in many ways, the brainwave has been a washout.Robots can paint cars, salvage nuclear fuel and even assist in brain surgery, but they're still pretty dumb.Mr. Reddy says robots are dumb "because we haven't taken the trouble to put the pieces together, not because we don't know how. That takes money and time and effort, and we don't have the money."But today robots can recognize forms and shapes and measure distances. They can hear and speak by using computers that recognize thousands of words. Their sensors can detect smoke or fumes. They can move about rolling on wheels or walk with as many as eight legs like a spider on uneven terrain. In addition, they can recognize texture and the force of a movement, such as pressing.Many robots have one or two of these abilities to some degree, but creating, a competent robot that combines most or all of them has been difficult. Scientists have also found it difficult to match human abilities that most people take for granted. such as the finger's dexterity or the ability to identify objects."The list of things that robots can do better than humans is much, much shorterthan the list of things robots cannot," says Tom Smith, co-director of the Cambridge Mellon Institute.26. Which of the following best expresses the idea of the passage?A. Robots still have a long way to go.B. What can robots do today?C. How to improve the abilities of robots.D. Difficulties in creating a competent robot.27. In the 50's scientists predicted that robots would_________.A. have brainsB. be pretty dumb and clumsyC. be able to salvage nuclear fuelD. replace workers in factories28. The present state of robots is due to____________.A. scientists' inability to create a competent robotB. the trouble in putting together a robotC. inadequate technical know-howD. shortage of money and time29. Which of the following is NOT possessed by robots?A. Sense of smell.B. Identifying objects.C. Moving on flat floor.D. Recognizing words.30. When the writer says robots are still dumb, he means that___________.A. robots have not yet possessed sense of touchB. robots are still unable to do functional readingC. there are still many things robots cannot doD. there is little hope of creating a competent robotBThere is an English saying that goes, "he who laughs last, laughs the hardest." High School Musical star and teen heartthrob (让人心动的男人)Zac Efron is laughing a lot these days.As a young boy, Efron was picked on in school because he was always the smallest in his class and teased because he had a big space between his teeth.In sixth grade, Efron's basketball team made it to the league championships. In double overtime (两个加时赛), with three seconds left,he rebounded the ball and passed it-to the wrong team! They scored and his team lost the game.But history, as they say, is a thing of the past. Now at 21, Efron is one of People magazine's 100 Most Beautiful People, graces the cover of Entertalnment Weekly, Hollywood's most influential magazine, and is traveling the world promoting the third High School Musical film. Director Adam Shankman described Efron as "arguably the biggest teen star in America right now." Simply google "Zac Efron" and you get more than 14 million responses. Yes, it seems Efron has a lot to smile about these days.Efron was born and raised in California. He took school seriously According to Efron, "he would flip out if he got a B and not an A in school, and that he was a class clown." It was his father who encouraged him to act. He took part in school performances and with a local theater group. He also took singing lessons. He graduated high school in 2006 and was accepted at the University of Southern California to study film. But he deferred--why study movies when you can star in them.Now he has signed on to star in the romantic comedy Seventeen Again and to play in the remake of the hugely popular movie, Footloose. Efron is also earning more than $3 million for his role in High School Musical 3. Not bad for a 21-year-old. But Efron still remembers those bullies."You always have to remember that bullies want to bring you down because you have something that they admire," Efron said. "Also, when you get made fun of, when people point out your. weaknesses, it's an opportunity for you to rise above." Efron has risen all the way to the top of the movie business. And he can now laugh all the way to the bank.31. Which of the following might be the best title to the passageA. Don't give upB. He who laughs last laughs the hardestC. Zac Efron's life storyD. Zac Effort's success in musical film32. How do you understand the sentence "But history, as they say, is a thing of the past." In paragraph 3.A. History is a collection of the past.B. Zac Efron's history is wonderful.C. Different from history, Effort is quite popular now.D. History plays an important role in Zac Efron's life.33. What did Zac Efron do when he was laughed atA. He couldn't accept the fact in the beginning, so he escaped.B. He was so angry that shouted at the person who teased him.C. He cried and told the whole matter to his father to get comfort.D. He cheered himself up and used it as motivation to move on.34. What's the main idea of Paragraph 3A. It mainly talks about Zac Efron's history.B. It mainly focuses on how Zac Efron grew up.C. It talks about how Zac Efron dealt with his business.D. It talks about Zac Efron's successes in career.35. Which of the following is True according to the passageA. Zac Efron was laughed at because he was the most foolish guy in the class.B. Zac Efron is promoting his fourth High School Musical film in the world.C. He once helped the other team win a match when he was playing basketball.D. In his growing process to be a famous actor, his mother played a key part.CFree and secure accommodation, no bills and even the odd home——cooked meal.It sounds like the perfect living arrangement for cash-strapped students.Two mothers believe they have devised a way for struggling students to save on accommodation costs when they leave home to study at university.Kate Barnham and Amanda Flude have launched Student Swaps, an online accommodation forum for parents and students, in advance of the introduction in September of ￡3,000 higher education top-up fees.Their website says, "The principle behind Student Swaps is to enable students to literally swap family homes." The website will hold a database of students who would like to swap and link them with suitable matches. So those from on town/city could swap with those from a different town/city.The site describes itself as offering a "cost-free accommodation alternative...at a time of growing student debt". There is no charge for the service at the moment but Ms Barnham and Ms Flude intend to introduce a ￡10 annual fee if it becomes established.However, the National Union of Students (NUS) has warned that, while the scheme may sound appealing to struggling freshers, it lacks any formal regulation.Veronica King, NUS vice-president of welfare, said, "The fact that this scheme has even been suggested is evidence to the high levels of debt students now face on graduation." Recent research has shown that students are more likely to live at home in coming years, in a bid to cut down on the cost of a degree."This is worrying, as it may mean that students choose their university on the basis of where it is, rather than because it offers the best course for them. It also means students will miss out on what is for some a key part of the student experience——living away from home."36. A "cash-strapped student" means one who_______.A. lacks moneyB. prefers to stay at homeC. is careful with moneyD. wants to change cash37. What is Kate Barnham and Amanda Flude's purpose of launching Student Swap?A. To provide cheaper accommodation for students.B. To let students stay close to their universities.C. To help students spend less on accommodation costs.D. To let students exchange ideas freely online.38. What can students do on Student Swaps?A. They can find students to exchange homes with.B. They can make friends with students from a different city.C. They can borrow money to pay for their higher education.D. They can voice their opinions against the rising cost of a degree.39. Now many students would prefer a university______.A. which can give them free accommodationB. which is not far away from their homesC. which offers the best coursesD. which can offer home-cooked meals40. What would be the best title for the passage?A. High Cost Troubles University Students in UKB. Students Swaps is Welcomed by Students in UKC. Two Mothers' Good Intention to Help Students in UKD. Website Helps Students Live at Some Else's HomeDPoverty is not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Japan. After all, there are no children begging on the streets in major cities here. You do not often see Japanese citizens publicly letting out their complaints over the country's economic decline. But senior government researcher Aya Abe says Japan has the fourth highest rate of child poverty among developed countries.She says she sees that poverty in schools where students admit to only bathing once a week.Some cannot afford to buy pencils for class."They may not be on the streets begging or they may not be turning into criminals, but it's there. It's just that we have to open our eyes and see," Abe said.Abe owes the increase in child poverty to the country's changing demographics(人中统计),struggling economy and high social security premiums(保险费). She says fewer people live in three-generation households, where the parents and grandparents work. The number of single mothers has increased. The salary for young fathers has declined with the economic downturn,Social security premiums have increased ih the last 20 years, putting families on the edge of poverty.Abe says studies conducted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development(OECD) point to rising poverty in Japan before the global economic crises in 2008. But the Japanese government and the public refused to acknowledge it until then partly because of the shame associated with poverty."It was very unpopular for Japanese media to say anything about Japanese poverty," said Abe."Even though OECD Japan announced it in Japanese, Japanese media didn't make it into the articles."Abe says new Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama has taken one important step to help alleviate（缓解）the problem. Next year, his Democratic Party of Japan plans to double monthly child care allowances given to families.But Abe wants the government to expand its financial help even more. She wants it to simplify the process to apply for public assistance and provide educational grants for students struggling to pay for tuition at high schools and colleges. The country now only offers loans.Abe also says the government must act quickly because she says the problem will only get worse in the next few years.41. The passage is intended to_______.A. report the result of the studies conducted by OECDB. tell us about the increase in Japanese child povertyC. prove that Japan is no longer a developed countryD. introduce Aya Abe, a senior government researcher42. It seems to be hard to associate Japan with poverty because________.A. no children are seen begging in the streets of main cities in JapanB. its citizens never complain about the country's economic declineC. it is one of the few wealthiest countries in the worldD. its government and public refused to acknowledge it43. According to Abe, several things contribute to the rising child povertyexcept_______A. high social security premiumsB. the increase of the number of single mothersC. the decrease of the salary for young fathersD. the expansion of three-generation households44. Why was it unpopular for Japanese media to say anything about Japanese poverty?A. The Japanese public didn't think it true.B. It was forbidden by the Japanese government.C. The Japanese public regarded it shameful to be poor.D. OECD Japan had already announced it in Japanese.45. Which of the following is NOT the author's suggestion for alleviating thisproblem?A. Doubling monthly child care allowances given to families.B. Expanding government's financial help even more.C. Providing educational grants for poor students.D.Simplifying the process to apply for public assistance.第二节信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）以下是五位专家的建议．请匹配这些建议及对应的生活感想或经验介绍(A、B、C、D、E和F)。