2017-2018学年广东省广州市高考英语一模试题(无答案)
秘密★启用前试卷类型: A2018年广州市普通高中业班综合测试（一）英语2018.3 本试卷10页,满分120分，考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1.本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和和第卷(非选择题)两部分。
答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。
用2B铅笔在“考生号”处填涂考生号信息点，修改时须用橡皮擦干净。
因笔试不考听力，第I卷从第二部分的“阅读理解”开始,试题题序号从“21”开始。
2.作答第I卷时,选出每小题答案后,用2B铅笔在答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需要改动，用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案。
答案不能答在试卷上。
3.第卷必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案,然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液不按以上要求作答无效。
4.考生必须保证答题卡的整洁。
考试结束后,将试卷和答题卡一并并交回。
第I卷第二部分阆读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
AIt’s no secret that your personal characteristics directly a ffect how you interact with the world-but you might be surprised at just how deep it goes. Experts think that your personality can even affect how you exercise and influence what sports are suitable for you.Highly SensitiveHighly sensitive people may be more uncomfortable with group exercise classes or team sports where they feel their every move is being observed. Additionally, they may feel more upset over an ineffective or poor workout, says researcher Elaine Aron.For such people, individual or non- competitive activities like biking, running and hiking are ideal.Type A PersonalityType A individuals often have an “all or nothing approach” to exercise. This personality type is known for sticking closely to their plan, not to mention being super competitive. However, this can cause them to stick too closely to a fitness routine, which means they might try to push past an injury.To get better exercise results, Type A people need to be aware that following an exercise plan too strictly may limit their progress. They should be more flexible and listen to their body, especially when they are in pain.Type B PersonalityThis laid-back group may get too lazy about their exercise plan, which prevents them from seeing results. They are often less willing to devote enough time and energy to their fitness goals, especially if exercise is something that makes them anxiousType B individuals succeed in creative and co-operative environments, so team sports and group gym classes may be perfect.Remember, there are plenty of ways you can adapt a fitness plan to suit your needs, regardless of your characteristics. Just keep in mind what you like.21. Why might highly sensitive people be unwilling to take part in group sports?A. They will feel like they are being evaluated.B. They don't like socialising with other people.C. They don't consider themselves to be athletic.D. They fear they'll be let down by their teammates.22. Type A personalities can be best described asA. committed B flexible C independent D. sensitive23. What is the purpose of the text?A. To help people understand what personality type they areB. To explain how personal characteristics affect exercise habitsC. To identify the dangers of doing the wrong type of exerciseD. To describe different types of workouts that are available todayBAt first sight, Alma Deutscher, a twelve-year-old girl from England appears to be like any other typical pre-teen. She loves to skip rope, read and play with her younger sister. But this modest youngster, who composed her first musical work at age six, first short opera at age seven, and first full-length opera based on Cinderella at age ten, is anything but average. Though her parents downplay her extraordinary talent, young Alma is being described as “little Mozart” by the music worldAlma’s operatic take on the classic fairy tale, which she began writing at age eight, has a slight twist. Her Cinderella is a musician who meets her Prince Charming through a song. “I n my Cinderella, she sings the beginning of a ballad --- but at midnight she flees. Eventually, the prince finds her after asking all the maidens of the land to sing the end of the ballad.”The opera was first performed in Vienna, Australia on December 29, 2016, where the then eleven-year-old skillfully switched between the piano and the violin and receives enthusiastic reviews. The young genius has since performed two new piano works, once in Australia and the other in China.While this may appear to be a lot for someone so young, Alma is not worried. She says, “Of course I have to work hard. But all children have to work hard for exams, and at least when I work hard, I work hard for something incredibly exciting, like seeing my whole opera put on stage.Alma’s musical talent first came to light before she could even talk. Her parents recall that as an 18-month-old toddler, she was able to hum a pitch perfect version of the children’s rhyme Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.However, Alma’s abilities only gained international attention in 2012, after a family friend posted a video online comparing her to Mozart. The family was suddenly swamped with media requested and Alma became an overnight star, dubbed “little Mozart”. This nickname makes her parents unhappy because they believe it puts added pressure on the young girl. They would instead prefer her to be called “a composer and musician”.Alma does not want to be compared to the famous artist either, saying, “There was only one Mozart, and I prefer to be little Alma.” Regardless of what she calls herself, the twelve-year-old is changing the world of music forever!24. What do we know about Alma Deutscher?A. She comes from a famous musical family.B. She has shown great musical talent from a young age.C. She regularly performs the classical music of Mozart.D. She has adapted some famous works of classical music.25. How did Alma get to be widely known?A. Through an online videoB. By performing on televisionC. By putting on an operaD. Through her parents’ promotion26. What is Alma’s attitude towards her success?A. She is still unsatisfied with her performance.B. She is uncomfortable with so much pressure.C. She is modest about her musical achievementsD. She is proud to have become a professional musician.27. What can we infer about Alma’s parents?A. They are very well-educated people.B. They are protective of their daughter.C. They have pushed Alma to take up music.D. They have made a good life plan for Alma.CThe belief that new technologies are causing the death of work is the idea that never goes away. Despite evidence to the contrary, we still view technological change today as being more rapid and dramatic in its consequences for work than ever before. But this is nothing new. People have always viewed the technological changes that take place during their lives as the most dramatic and dangerous that ever happened in history.In the 1930s, the British economist(经济学家) John Maynard Keynes predicted the widespread use of electricity would produce a world where people spend most of their time doing nothing. In the United States during the 1960s, the government repeatedly investigates fears that automatic machines would permanently reduce the amount of work available. In 1988, one Australian historian claimed that at least a quarter of the workforce would be without jobs within 10 years because of computers.Of course, none of these disasters came to pass in the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia, or anywhere else.Yet today, we are seeing the return of these predictions, with some experts claiming the world ofwork is once more undergoing radical and unprecedented change. They argue that robots and other workplace technologies are causing a reduction in the total amount of work available, or are bringing a more rapid pace of substitution of machines for humans than has been seen previously.But there is a little evidence to support such beliefs. Statistics show that the percentage of people in work, the number of hours they work, and how frequently they change jobs have remained remarkably constant over the past 20 years.This stability should not come as a surprise. There are good reasons why we should not expect new technologies to cause the death of work. New technologies always cause job losses, but that is only part of the story. What also needs to be understood is how they increase the amount of work available.One way this happens is through the increases in incomes that accompany the use of new technologies. With the introduction of these technologies, good and services can be produced faster, which results in higher real incomes for workers. Higher incomes then increase demand for other products and consequently more workers are needed to make them. Additionally, while new technologies are likely to substitute for some types of workers, they will also increase demand for other types of workers, especially those with higher level skills and expertise.So, the end of work is no closer today than at any time in the past. But there is still a need to keep disproving the prediction, to reduce people's fears.28. What is the function of the second paragraph?A. To explain the importance of developing new technology.B. To show how technology affected employment in the past.C. To argue that technological dangers are becoming more serious.D. To give historical examples of unnecessary fear about new technology.29. How can employment statistics over the past 20 years best be described?A. ConfusingB. ReliableC. StableD. Variable30. According to paragraph 7, why does demand for products often increase after new technology is introduced?A. There are more goods for people to choose from.B. There is more demand for new skills in the economy.C. Productivity improvements help raise workers’ salaries.D. Higher quality goods at lower prices encourage consumption.31. What is the author’s opinion about the introduction of new technology?A. It does not have an effect on most people’s jobs.B. Its benefits are usually not worth the introduction.C. It usually leads to a significant increase in employment.D. Its danger to peoples employment possibilities is overstated.DSupermarket shelves are filled with plant-based alternatives to cow milk, including soy, nut, and coconut milk. These products are popular with consumers who cannot drink cows’ milk for health reasons, as well as with those concerned about animal welfare and environmental sustainability. While the dairy-free(非乳制的) options work well with cereal or in coffee, they fail miserably when it comes to making milk-based products like cheese or yogurt. However, these shortcomings may soon be a thing of the past, thanks to a new company in California, which has figured out how tocreate animal-free milk in a laboratory!Perumal Gandhi and Ryan Pandya founded the company in 2014 after becoming increasingly annoyed with the lack of cows’milk-free alternatives, particularly for cheese. For Gandhi, who stopped consuming animal products five years earlier due to environmental and animal welfare concerns, the motivation to create a better alternative stemmed from his love of cheesy pizza. Pandya was spurred into taking action after being forced to eat some “really bad” dairy-free cream cheese on his sandwichThe two MIT biomedical engineering scientists decided to join forces to create a more realistic alternative to dairy-based products. In their university lab, the pair spent nine months first isolating cow DNA then inserting it into yeast(酵母). This genetic modification enabled the yeast to produce the necessary milk proteins. The final step of the process involved mixing the proteins with some plant nutrients and fats.The dairy-free milk not only tastes like the real thing but is also healthier, has a longer shelf life and, most important of all, is Earth friendly. According to the company’s website, when compared to conventional milk production, their process uses 65% less energy, creates 84%o less greenhouse gas emissions and requires 91% less land and an amazing 98% less water! Best of all, since it contains real milk proteins, the product behaves like the cow-produced version, which means vegetarian consumers will no longer have to deal with soggy cheese on their sandwiches and pizzas.The company plans to bring their creation to market later this year and their first product will most likely be cheese since there are already numerous good cows’milk alternatives available to consumers.32. The underlined word "those" in paragraph 1 refers to_______.A. alternativesB. peopleC. productsD. reasons33. The company s founders were motivated to make the new product because of_______.A. their deep concern for the environmentB. their worry that farm animals were poorly treatedC the over-consumption of the dairy-based productsD. the poor taste of dairy-free cheese presently available34. What can be inferred from paragraph 4?A. The dairy-free products cannot be stored for a long time.B. The new products will taste better than dairy-based ones.C. Cow farming causes considerable environmental damage.D. The dairy-free milk will be more expensive than cow’s milk.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Healthier CheeseB. New Milk Saves PlanetC. Fresher Milk, Better FutureD. Making Milk without Cows第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
【广东省广州市】2017年高考英语一模试卷及答案解析
广东省广州市2017年高考一模英语试卷第二部分阅读理解（共两节,满分30分）第一节阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项（A.B.C和D）中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑.AInside the Rain RoomThe Rain Room has arrived and local art lovers are taking notice. Is it worth the wait? Yes, I assure you it is. Once inside, visitors find a long, dark room with a high ceiling. A single bright light shines through heavy rain falling around visitors. The mist. The damp air. The noise. It feels like a mighty storm is pouring down. But the storm is inside. And visitors aren't getting wet. Instead, visitors wander in awe, admiring the rain and the artists who created it.The Rain Room was created to highlight the connection between humans, nature and technology. With a tracking system that senses movement and stops the rain wherever visitors move, it does just that. Light and sound produce an experience that feels both natural and foreign. The exhibit is moving on to Atlanta next month. I urge you to visit before then. It's time to experience the Rain Room for yourself!Welcome to the Rain Room·The Rain Room features falling water. Please be aware you may get slightly wet. However, visitors wearing raincoats will be turned away.·This exhibit features advanced technology. To ensure its effectiveness, please avoid wearing dark or reflective clothing.·Visitors are welcome to take photographs of the exhibit.·Children must be accompanied by an adult.·For the convenience of all guests, visits are limited to 10minutes.21．What's the purpose of the text? _____A．To attract visitors to a new art exhibit.B．To explain how an exhibit has been created.C．To describe the technology used in the exhibit.D．To promote the artists taking part in an exhibit.22．What's the function of the exhibit's tracking system? _____A．To keep visitors from getting wet.B．To protect the exhibit from water damage.C．To time how long visitors are in the room.D．To count the number of visitors in the room.23．What must you do when visiting the Rain Room? _____A．Wear a raincoat.B．Wear dark clothing.C．Leave your camera outside.D．Pass through within 10minutes.BDujiangyan is the oldest man﹣made water system in the world, and a wonder m the development of Chinese science. Built over 2, 200 years ago in what is now Sichuan Province in Southwest China, this amazing engineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6,000 square kilometres of farmland, take away floodwater and provide water for 50cities m the province.In ancient times, the region in which Dujiangyan now stands suffered from regular floods caused by overflow from the Minjiang River. To help the victims of the flooding, Li Bing, the region's governor, together with his son, decided to find a solution. They studied the problem and discovered that the river most often overflowed when winter snow at the top of the nearby Mount Yulei began to melt as the weather warmed.The simplest fix was to build a dam, but this would have ruined the Minjiang River. So instead Li designed a series of channels built at different levels along Mount Yulei that would take away the floodwater while leaving the river flowing naturally. Better still, the extra water could be directed to the dry Chengdu Plain, making it suitable for farming.Cutting the channels through the hard rock of Mount Yulei was a remarkable accomplishment as it was done long before the invention gunpowder and explosives. £1Bing found another solution. He used a combination of fire and water to heat and cool the rocks until they cracked and could be removed. After eight years of work, the 20-metre-wide canals had been carved through the mountain.Once the system was finished, no more floods occurred and the people were able to live peacefully and affluently. Today, Dujiangyan is admired by scientists from around the world because of one feature. Unlike modem dams where the water is blocked with a huge wall, Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally, enabling ecosystems and fish populations to exist in harmony.24．What are the benefits of Dujiangyan according to the first paragraph? _____A．Reducing flooding and watering farmland.B．Protecting the mountain and reducing flooding.C．Watering farmland and improving water quality.D．Drying the river and supplying cities with water.25．What was the main cause of the Minjiang Rivers flooding? _____A．Heavy rains.B．Melting snow.C．Low river banks.D．Steep mountains.26．How was Li Bing able to break through the rocks of Mount Y ulei? _____A．By using gunpowder.B．By flooding the rocks with water.C．By applying a heating and cooling technique.D．By breaking the rocks with hammers and spades.27．Why is Dujiangyan greatly admired by scientists today? _____A．It preserves much of the natural river life.B．It took very little time to complete the project.C．The building techniques used were very modem.D．It has raised the living standards of the local people.CBill Gates recently predicted that online learning will make place﹣based colleges less significant, and five years from now, students will be able to find the best lectures in the world online. I applaud Mr. Gates. But what's taking us so long?As early as 1997, MIT（麻省理工）decided to post videos of all university lectures online, for free, for all people. But today, how many students have you met who mastered advanced mathematics or nuclear physics from an MIT online video? Unfortunately, the answer is not many.The problem is the poor quality of online education websites and the experience they provide to students. Those who go to the MIT website and watch courses online are surely very smart people, but ifs not like playing a video game such as World of Warcraft. Only the most ardent students, those who are highly motivated, will devote themselves to studying these boring online videos.The real question is why we aren't spending more to develop better online education platforms. Where is the Avatar of education? Think about this. The market for Hollywood films per year is worth around 30billion USD．Education in the world is a trillion-dollar-a-year market, hundreds of times bigger than Hollywood movies. Yet the most expensive digital learning system ever built cost well under 100million dollars.Bill Gates’ prediction is going to happen. There is no doubt about it. But it will only happen when we create high level educational content and experiences that engage and excite more than has ever been possible in the real world.28．What has Bill Gates forecast about online learning? _____A．It will concentrate on physics lectures.B．It will completely replace real universities.C．It will help to make universities more successful.D．It will play an increasingly important role in education.29．What does the underlined word “ardent” in Paragraph 3 mean? _____A．Creative.B．Enthusiastic.C．Well-behaved.D．Experienced.30．According to the author, what is holding back the popularity of online learning? _____A．The lack of lectures available online.B．The high cost of access to the websites.C．The low standard of educational websites.D．The competition with online computer games.31．Why does the author mention Hollywood? _____A．To show that Hollywood produces many successful movies.B．To prove that education is more profitable than entertainment.C．To argue that movie directors should produce educational content.D．To urge that more money be spent developing educational websites.DPersuasion is the art of convincing someone to agree with you. According to the ancient Greeks, there are three basic tools of persuasion: ethos, pathos, and logos.Ethos is a speaker's way of convincing the audience that she is trustworthy, honest and reliable. One common way a speaker can develop ethos is by explaining how much experience or education she has in the field. After all, you're more likely to listen to advice about how to take care of your teeth from a dentist than a fireman. A speaker can also create ethos by convincing the audience that she is a good person. If an audience cannot trust you, you will not be able to persuade them.Pathos is a speaker's way of connecting with an audience's emotions. For example, a politician who is trying to convince an audience to vote for him might say that he alone can save the country from a terrible war. These words are intended to fill the audience with fear, thus making them support him. Similarly, an animal charity might show an audience pictures of injured dogs and cats, to make the viewers feel pity. If the audience feels bad for the animals, they will be more likely to donate money.Logos is the use of facts, statistics, or other evidence to support your argument. An audience will be more likely to believe you if you have convincing data to back up your claims. Presenting this evidence is much more persuasive than simply saying” believe me”.Although ethos, pathos, and logos all have their strengths, they are often most effective when used together. Indeed, most speakers use a combination of ethos, pathos, and logos to persuade their audiences. So, the next time you listen to a speech, watch a commercial, or listen to a friend try to convince you to lend him some money, be on the lookout for these ancient Greek tools of persuasion.32．Why does the author say persuasion is an art? _____A．They both entertain the audience.B．They both require great skill to achieve.C．They both demand full attention from the audience.D．They were both common topics of ancient Greek writers.33．How is a speaker able to show her ethos to the audience? _____A．By expressing her sympathy with the audience.B．By telling the audience about her personal preference.C．By using beautiful language to make her statements attractive.D．By showing her knowledge and experience relating to the topic.34．What can we learn about the three aspects of persuasion? _____A．Ethos is the most important aspect of persuasion.B．Each aspect has a different effect on the audience.C．Honesty is the key to making your arguments believable.D．Political leaders mostly use pathos to persuade their audience.35．An advertisement for washing powder which claims that M scientific tests show that our powder kills 95% of all bacteria” is mainly using _____.A．ethos.B．pathos.C．logos.D．a combination of all three.第二节（满分10分）根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。
2017-2018学年广东省广州市高考英语一模试题
秘密★启用前试卷类型: A2018年广州市普通高中业班综合测试（一）英语2018.3 本试卷10页,满分120分，考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1.本试卷分第I卷(选择题)和和第卷(非选择题)两部分。
答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。
用2B铅笔在“考生号”处填涂考生号信息点，修改时须用橡皮擦干净。
因笔试不考听力，第I卷从第二部分的“阅读理解”开始,试题题序号从“21”开始。
2.作答第I卷时,选出每小题答案后,用2B铅笔在答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需要改动，用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案。
答案不能答在试卷上。
3.第卷必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案,然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液不按以上要求作答无效。
4.考生必须保证答题卡的整洁。
考试结束后,将试卷和答题卡一并并交回。
第I卷第二部分阆读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
AIt’s no secret that your personal characteristics directly affect how you interact with the world-but you might be surprised at just how deep it goes. Experts think that your personality can even affect how you exercise and influence what sports are suitable for you.Highly SensitiveHighly sensitive people may be more uncomfortable with group exercise classes or team sports where they feel their every move is being observed. Additionally, they may feel more upset over an ineffective or poor workout, says researcher Elaine Aron.For such people, individual or non- competitive activities like biking, running and hiking are ideal.Type A PersonalityType A individuals often have an “all or nothing approach” to exercise. This personality type is known for sticking closely to their plan, not to mention being super competitive. However, this can cause them to stick too closely to a fitness routine, which means they might try to push past an injury.To get better exercise results, Type A people need to be aware that following an exercise plan too strictly may limit their progress. They should be more flexible and listen to their body, especially when they are in pain.Type B PersonalityThis laid-back group may get too lazy about their exercise plan, which prevents them from seeing results. They are often less willing to devote enough time and energy to their fitness goals, especially if exercise is something that makes them anxiousType B individuals succeed in creative and co-operative environments, so team sports and group gym classes may be perfect.Remember, there are plenty of ways you can adapt a fitness plan to suit your needs, regardless of your characteristics. Just keep in mind what you like.21. Why might highly sensitive people be unwilling to take part in group sports?A. They will feel like they are being evaluated.B. They don't like socialising with other people.C. They don't consider themselves to be athletic.D. They fear they'll be let down by their teammates.22. Type A personalities can be best described asA. committed B flexible C independent D. sensitive23. What is the purpose of the text?A. To help people understand what personality type they areB. To explain how personal characteristics affect exercise habitsC. To identify the dangers of doing the wrong type of exerciseD. To describe different types of workouts that are available todayBAt first sight, Alma Deutscher, a twelve-year-old girl from England appears to be like any other typical pre-teen. She loves to skip rope, read and play with her younger sister. But this modest youngster, who composed her first musical work at age six, first short opera at age seven, and first full-length opera based on Cinderella at age ten, is anything but average. Though her parents downplay her extraordinary talent, young Alma is being described as “little Mozart” by the music worldAlma’s operatic take on the classic fairy tale, which she began writing at age eight, has a slight twist. Her Cinderella is a musician who meets her Prince Charming through a song. “I n my Cinderella, she sings the beginning of a ballad --- but at midnight she flees. Eventually, the prince finds her after asking all the maidens of the land to sing the end of the ballad.”The opera was first performed in Vienna, Australia on December 29, 2016, where the then eleven-year-old skillfully switched between the piano and the violin and receives enthusiastic reviews. The young genius has since performed two new piano works, once in Australia and the other in China.While this may appear to be a lot for someone so young, Alma is not worried. She says, “Of course I have to work hard. But all children have to work hard for exams, and at least when I work hard, I work hard for something incredibly exciting, like seeing my whole opera put on stage.Alma’s musical talent first came to light before she could even talk. Her parents recall that as an 18-month-old toddler, she was able to hum a pitch perfect version of the children’s rhyme Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.However, Alma’s abilities only gained international attention in 2012, after a family friend posted a video online comparing her to Mozart. The family was suddenly swamped with media requested and Alma became an overnight star, dubbed “little Mozart”. This nickname makes her parents unhappy because they believe it puts added pressure on the young girl. They would instead prefer her to be called “a composer and musician”.Alma does not want to be compared to the famous artist either, saying, “There was only one Mozart, and I prefer to be little Alma.” Regardless of what she calls herself, the twelve-year-old is changing the world of music forever!24. What do we know about Alma Deutscher?A. She comes from a famous musical family.B. She has shown great musical talent from a young age.C. She regularly performs the classical music of Mozart.D. She has adapted some famous works of classical music.25. How did Alma get to be widely known?A. Through an online videoB. By performing on televisionC. By putting on an operaD. Through her parents’ promotion26. What is Alma’s attitude towards her success?A. She is still unsatisfied with her performance.B. She is uncomfortable with so much pressure.C. She is modest about her musical achievementsD. She is proud to have become a professional musician.27. What can we infer about Alma’s parents?A. They are very well-educated people.B. They are protective of their daughter.C. They have pushed Alma to take up music.D. They have made a good life plan for Alma.CThe belief that new technologies are causing the death of work is the idea that never goes away. Despite evidence to the contrary, we still view technological change today as being more rapid and dramatic in its consequences for work than ever before. But this is nothing new. People have always viewed the technological changes that take place during their lives as the most dramatic and dangerous that ever happened in history.In the 1930s, the British economist(经济学家) John Maynard Keynes predicted the widespread use of electricity would produce a world where people spend most of their time doing nothing. In the United States during the 1960s, the government repeatedly investigates fears that automatic machines would permanently reduce the amount of work available. In 1988, one Australian historian claimed that at least a quarter of the workforce would be without jobs within 10 years because of computers.Of course, none of these disasters came to pass in the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia, or anywhere else.Yet today, we are seeing the return of these predictions, with some experts claiming the world ofwork is once more undergoing radical and unprecedented change. They argue that robots and other workplace technologies are causing a reduction in the total amount of work available, or are bringing a more rapid pace of substitution of machines for humans than has been seen previously.But there is a little evidence to support such beliefs. Statistics show that the percentage of people in work, the number of hours they work, and how frequently they change jobs have remained remarkably constant over the past 20 years.This stability should not come as a surprise. There are good reasons why we should not expect new technologies to cause the death of work. New technologies always cause job losses, but that is only part of the story. What also needs to be understood is how they increase the amount of work available.One way this happens is through the increases in incomes that accompany the use of new technologies. With the introduction of these technologies, good and services can be produced faster, which results in higher real incomes for workers. Higher incomes then increase demand for other products and consequently more workers are needed to make them. Additionally, while new technologies are likely to substitute for some types of workers, they will also increase demand for other types of workers, especially those with higher level skills and expertise.So, the end of work is no closer today than at any time in the past. But there is still a need to keep disproving the prediction, to reduce people's fears.28. What is the function of the second paragraph?A. To explain the importance of developing new technology.B. To show how technology affected employment in the past.C. To argue that technological dangers are becoming more serious.D. To give historical examples of unnecessary fear about new technology.29. How can employment statistics over the past 20 years best be described?A. ConfusingB. ReliableC. StableD. Variable30. According to paragraph 7, why does demand for products often increase after new technology is introduced?A. There are more goods for people to choose from.B. There is more demand for new skills in the economy.C. Pr oductivity improvements help raise workers’ salaries.D. Higher quality goods at lower prices encourage consumption.31. What is the author’s opinion about the introduction of new technology?A. It does not have an effect on most people’s jobs.B. Its benefits are usually not worth the introduction.C. It usually leads to a significant increase in employment.D. Its danger to peoples employment possibilities is overstated.DSupermarket shelves are filled with plant-based alternatives to cow milk, including soy, nut, and coconut milk. These products are popular with consumers who cannot drink cows’ milk for health reasons, as well as with those concerned about animal welfare and environmental sustainability. While the dairy-free(非乳制的) options work well with cereal or in coffee, they fail miserably when it comes to making milk-based products like cheese or yogurt. However, these shortcomings may soon be a thing of the past, thanks to a new company in California, which has figured out how tocreate animal-free milk in a laboratory!Perumal Gandhi and Ryan Pandya founded the company in 2014 after becoming increasingly annoyed with the lack of cows’milk-free alternatives, particularly for cheese. For Gandhi, who stopped consuming animal products five years earlier due to environmental and animal welfare concerns, the motivation to create a better alternative stemmed from his love of cheesy pizza. Pandya was spurred into taking action after being forced to eat some “really bad” dairy-free cream cheese on his sandwichThe two MIT biomedical engineering scientists decided to join forces to create a more realistic alternative to dairy-based products. In their university lab, the pair spent nine months first isolating cow DNA then inserting it into yeast(酵母). This genetic modification enabled the yeast to produce the necessary milk proteins. The final step of the process involved mixing the proteins with some plant nutrients and fats.The dairy-free milk not only tastes like the real thing but is also healthier, has a longer shelf life and, most important of all, is Earth friendly. According to the company’s website, when compared to conventional milk production, their process uses 65% less energy, creates 84%o less greenhouse gas emissions and requires 91% less land and an amazing 98% less water! Best of all, since it contains real milk proteins, the product behaves like the cow-produced version, which means vegetarian consumers will no longer have to deal with soggy cheese on their sandwiches and pizzas.The company plans to bring their creation to market later this year and their first product will most likely be cheese since there are already numerous good cows’milk alternatives available to consumers.32. The underlined word "those" in paragraph 1 refers to_______.A. alternativesB. peopleC. productsD. reasons33. The company s founders were motivated to make the new product because of_______.A. their deep concern for the environmentB. their worry that farm animals were poorly treatedC the over-consumption of the dairy-based productsD. the poor taste of dairy-free cheese presently available34. What can be inferred from paragraph 4?A. The dairy-free products cannot be stored for a long time.B. The new products will taste better than dairy-based ones.C. Cow farming causes considerable environmental damage.D. The dairy-free milk will be more expensive than cow’s milk.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Healthier CheeseB. New Milk Saves PlanetC. Fresher Milk, Better FutureD. Making Milk without Cows第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
广州市2018届高中毕业班综合测试(一)英语(2018广州一模英语卷)
2018年广州市普通高中毕业班综合测试（一）英语2018.3第I卷第二部分阆读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
AIt’s no secret that your personal characteristics directly affect how you interact with the world-but you might be surprised at just how deep it goes. Experts think that your personality can even affect how you exercise and influence what sports are suitable for you.Highly SensitiveHighly sensitive people may be more uncomfortable with group exercise classes or team sports where they feel their every move is being observed. Additionally, they may feel more upset over an ineffective or poor workout, says researcher Elaine Aron.For such people, individual or non- competitive activities like biking, running and hiking are ideal.Type A PersonalityType A individuals often have an “all or nothing approach” to exercise. This personality type is known for sticking closely to their plan, not to mention beingsuper competitive. However, this can cause them to stick too closely to a fitness routine, which means they might try to push past an injury.To get better exercise results, Type A people need to be aware that following an exercise plan too strictly may limit their progress. They should be more flexible and listen to their body, especially when they are in pain.Type B PersonalityThis laid-back group may get too lazy about their exercise plan, which prevents them from seeing results. They are often less willing to devote enough time and energy to their fitness goals, especially if exercise is something that makes them anxiousType B individuals succeed in creative and co-operative environments, so team sports and group gym classes may be perfect.Remember, there are plenty of ways you can adapt a fitness plan to suit your needs, regardless of your characteristics. Just keep in mind what you like.21. Why might highly sensitive people be unwilling to take part in group sports?A. They will feel like they are being evaluated.B. They don't like socializing with other people.C. They don't consider themselves to be athletic.D. They fear they'll be let down by their teammates.22. Type A personalities can be best described asA. committed B flexible C independent D. sensitive23. What is the purpose of the text?A. To help people understand what personality type they areB. To explain how personal characteristics affect exercise habitsC. To identify the dangers of doing the wrong type of exerciseD. To describe different types of workouts that are available todayBAt first sight, Alma Deutscher, a twelve-year-old girl from England appears to be like any other typical pre-teen. She loves to skip rope, read and play with her younger sister. But this modest youngster, who composed her first musical work at age six, first short opera at age seven, and first full-length opera based on Cinderella at age ten, is anything but average. Though her parents downplay her extraordinary talent, young Alma is being described as “little Mozart” by the music world Alma’s operatic take on the classic fairy tale, which she began writing at age eight, has a slight twist. Her Cinderella is a musician who meets her Prince Charming through a song. “I n my Cinderella, she sings the beginning of a ballad --- but at midnight she flees. Eventually, the prince finds her after asking all the maidens of the land to sing the end of the ballad.”The opera was first performed in Vienna, Australia on December 29, 2016, where the then eleven-year-old skillfully switched between the piano and the violin and receives enthusiastic reviews. The young genius has since performed two new piano works, once in Australia and the other in China.While this may appear to be a lot for someone so young, Alma is not worried.She says, “Of course I have to work hard. But all children have to work hard for exams, and at least when I work hard, I work hard for something incredibly exciting, like seeing my whole opera put on stage.Alma’s musical talent first came to light before she could even talk. Her parents recall that as an 18-month-old toddler, she was able to hum a pitch perfect version of the children’s rhyme Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.However, Alma’s abilities only gained international attention in 2012, after a family friend posted a video online comparing her to Mozart. The family was suddenly swamped with media requested and Alma became an overnight star, dubbed “little Mozart”. This nickname makes her parents unhappy because they believe it puts added pressure on the young girl. They would instead prefer her to be called “a composer and musician”.Alma does not want to be compared to the famous artist either, saying, “There was only one Mozart, and I prefer to be little Alma.” Regardless of what she calls herself, the twelve-year-old is changing the world of music forever!24. What do we know about Alma Deutscher?A. She comes from a famous musical family.B. She has shown great musical talent from a young age.C. She regularly performs the classical music of Mozart.D. She has adapted some famous works of classical music.25. How did Alma get to be widely known?A. Through an online videoB. By performing on televisionC. By putting on an operaD. Through her parents’ promotion26. What is Alma’s attitude towards her success?A. She is still unsatisfied with her performance.B. She is uncomfortable with so much pressure.C. She is modest about her musical achievementsD. She is proud to have become a professional musician.27. What can we infer about Alma’s parents?A. They are very well-educated people.B. They are protective of their daughter.C. They have pushed Alma to take up music.D. They have made a good life plan for Alma.CThe belief that new technologies are causing the death of work is the idea that never goes away. Despite evidence to the contrary, we still view technological change today as being more rapid and dramatic in its consequences for work than ever before. But this is nothing new. People have always viewed the technological changes that take place during their lives as the most dramatic and dangerous that ever happened in history.In the 1930s, the British economist(经济学家) John Maynard Keynes predicted the widespread use of electricity would produce a world where people spend most of their time doing nothing. In the United States during the 1960s, the government repeatedly investigates fears that automatic machines would permanently reducethe amount of work available. In 1988, one Australian historian claimed that at least a quarter of the workforce would be without jobs within 10 years because of computers.Of course, none of these disasters came to pass in the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia, or anywhere else.Yet today, we are seeing the return of these predictions, with some experts claiming the world of work is once more undergoing radical and unprecedented change. They argue that robots and other workplace technologies are causing a reduction in the total amount of work available, or are bringing a more rapid pace of substitution of machines for humans than has been seen previously.But there is a little evidence to support such beliefs. Statistics show that the percentage of people in work, the number of hours they work, and how frequently they change jobs have remained remarkably constant over the past 20 years.This stability should not come as a surprise. There are good reasons why we should not expect new technologies to cause the death of work. New technologies always cause job losses, but that is only part of the story. What also needs to be understood is how they increase the amount of work available.One way this happens is through the increases in incomes that accompany the use of new technologies. With the introduction of these technologies, good and services can be produced faster, which results in higher real incomes for workers. Higher incomes then increase demand for other products and consequently more workers are needed to make them. Additionally, while new technologies are likely tosubstitute for some types of workers, they will also increase demand for other types of workers, especially those with higher level skills and expertise.So, the end of work is no closer today than at any time in the past. But there is still a need to keep disproving the prediction, to reduce people's fears.28. What is the function of the second paragraph?A. To explain the importance of developing new technology.B. To show how technology affected employment in the past.C. To argue that technological dangers are becoming more serious.D. To give historical examples of unnecessary fear about new technology.29. How can employment statistics over the past 20 years best be described?A. ConfusingB. ReliableC. StableD. Variable30. According to paragraph 7, why does demand for products often increase after new technology is introduced?A. There are more goods for people to choose from.B. There is more demand for new skills in the economy.C. Productivity improvements help raise workers’ salaries.D. Higher quality goods at lower prices encourage consumption.31. What is the author’s opinion about the introduction of new technology?A. It does not h ave an effect on most people’s jobs.B. Its benefits are usually not worth the introduction.C. It usually leads to a significant increase in employment.D. Its danger to peoples employment possibilities is overstated.DSupermarket shelves are filled with plant-based alternatives to cow milk, including soy, nut, and coconut milk. These products are popular with consumers who cannot drink cows’ milk for health reasons, as well as with those concerned about animal welfare and environmental sustainability. While the dairy-free(非乳制的) options work well with cereal or in coffee, they fail miserably when it comes to making milk-based products like cheese or yogurt. However, these shortcomings may soon be a thing of the past, thanks to a new company in California, which has figured out how to create animal-free milk in a laboratory!Perumal Gandhi and Ryan Pandya founded the company in 2014 after becoming increasingly annoyed with the lack of cows’ milk-free alternatives, particularly for cheese. For Gandhi, who stopped consuming animal products five years earlier due to environmental and animal welfare concerns, the motivation to create a better alternative stemmed from his love of cheesy pizza. Pandya was spurred into taking action after being forced to eat some “really bad” dairy-free cream cheese on his sandwichThe two MIT biomedical engineering scientists decided to join forces to create a more realistic alternative to dairy-based products. In their university lab, the pair spent nine months first isolating cow DNA then inserting it into yeast(酵母). This genetic modification enabled the yeast to produce the necessary milk proteins. The final step of the process involved mixing the proteins with some plant nutrients and fats.The dairy-free milk not only tastes like the real thing but is also healthier, has a longer shelf life and, most important of all, is Earth friendly. According to the company’s website, when compared to conventional milk production, their process uses 65% less energy, creates 84%o less greenhouse gas emissions and requires 91% less land and an amazing 98% less water! Best of all, since it contains real milk proteins, the product behaves like the cow-produced version, which means vegetarian consumers will no longer have to deal with soggy cheese on their sandwiches and pizzas.The company plans to bring their creation to market later this year and their first product will most likely be cheese since there are already numerous good cows’ milk alternatives available to consumers.32. The underlined word "those" in paragraph 1 refers to_______.A. alternativesB. peopleC. productsD. reasons33. The company s founders were motivated to make the new product because of_______.A. their deep concern for the environmentB. their worry that farm animals were poorly treatedC the over-consumption of the dairy-based productsD. the poor taste of dairy-free cheese presently available34. What can be inferred from paragraph 4?A. The dairy-free products cannot be stored for a long time.B. The new products will taste better than dairy-based ones.C. Cow farming causes considerable environmental damage.D. The dairy-free milk will be more expensive than cow’s milk.35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Healthier CheeseB. New Milk Saves PlanetC. Fresher Milk, Better FutureD. Making Milk without Cows第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
2017广州一模高考英语答案详解
2017年广州市普通高中毕业班综合测试（一）答案详解新东方版第一部分阅读理解A篇：21. 选A. 这道题是主旨大意题。
根据第二自然段的最后一句话以及表格得知作者通过介绍Rain Room吸引参观者。
22. 选A. 根据文章第二段第二句话可以知道这个跟踪系统可以感知参观者的移动，并且在参观者停留的地方停住雨，也就是让参观者避免淋雨。
23. 选D. 根据表格第一点可知不能带雨衣，所以 A错误，根据表格第二点可知不能穿暗色衣服，所以B错误，根据表格第三点可知拍照是允许的，所以C错误，根据表格第五点可知参观时间不超过10分钟，所以D对了。
B篇：24. 选A。
根据第一段最后一句话可知都江堰的作用是灌溉土壤和泄洪，所以答案选A。
25. 选B。
根据第二自然段的最后一句话得知岷江的洪水问题主要是冬天山上的积雪融化导致的，所以选B.26. 选C。
根据第四自然段的倒数第二句话得知李冰是用加热和制冷的方式移开石头，所以选C。
27. 选A。
根据最后一自然段的最后一句话得知都江堰至今都受科学家所推崇是因为都江堰能让水自然地流入到岷江中，并且使生态系统和水生物和平共处，所以选A.C篇：28.选D. 根据第一段第一句可知，Bill Gates recently 预测网络课程将会使place-based colleges 没那么重要，学生会在网络上能够学到世界上最好的课程。
所以选D.29.选B. 根据文章第三段第四行，those who are highly motivated ….这使ardent students的同位语，使进一步的解释，因此可以推断出热爱学习的孩子们会花时间去学习这些无聊的网络课程，这是一些选择Enthusiastic,“热衷的”。
30.选C. 根据文章第二段最后一句话，Unfortunately, the answer is ，第三段第一行最后一句话，选项对应the problem is the poor quality of online…..，问题是网络课程的质量问题，所以对应选项中的the low standard, 因此选择C.31.选D. 对应文章的第四段，第一句话，The real question is why we are ……. 真正的问题是我们为什么不花更多的前去发展网络教育。
广州一模英语试题及答案完整版
广州一模英语试题及答案完整版集团标准化工作小组 [Q8QX9QT-X8QQB8Q8-NQ8QJ8-M8QMN]试卷类型A 2017年广州市普通高中毕业班综合测试（一）英语注意事项：1. 本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部分。
答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
用2B铅笔将试卷类型（A）填涂在答题卡上的相应位置上。
用2B铅笔在“考生号”处填涂考生号信息点，修改时须用橡皮擦擦干净。
因测试不考听力，第I卷从第二部分的“阅读理解”开始，试题序号从“21”开始。
2. 作答第I 卷时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
写在本试卷上无效。
3. 第II卷必须用黑色笔迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必写在载答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。
不按以上要求作答无效。
4. 考生必须保证答题卡的整洁。
考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第I卷第二部分阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
AInside the Rain RoomThe Rain Room has arrived and local art lovers are taking notice. Is it worth the wait Yes, I assure you it is. Once inside, visitors find a long, dark room with a high ceiling. A single bright light shines through heavy rain falling around visitors. The mist. The damp air. The noise. It feels like a mighty storm is pouring down. But the storm is inside. And visitors aren’t getting wet. Instead, visitors wander in awe, admiring the rain and the artists who created it.The Rain Room was created to highlight the connection between humans, nature and technology. With a tracking system that senses movement and stops the rain wherever visitors move, it does just that. Light and soundproduce an experience that feels both natural and foreign. The exhibit is moving on to Atlanta next month. I urge you to visit before then. It ’s time to experience the Rain Room for yourself! 21. What's the purpose of the textA. To attract visitors to a new art exhibit.B. To explain how an exhibit has been created.C. To describe the technology used in the exhibit.D. To promote the artists taking part in an exhibit.22. What ’s the function of the exhibit ’s tracking systemA. To keep visitors from getting wet.B. To protect the exhibit from water damage.C. To time how long visitors are in the room.D. To count the number of visitors in the room.23. What must you do when visiting the Rain RoomA. Wear a raincoat.B. Wear dark clothing.C. Leave your camera outside.D. Pass through within 10 minutes.BDujiangyan is the oldest man-made water system in the world, and awonder in the development of Chinese science. Built over 2, 200 years ago in what is now Sichuan Province in Southwest China, this amazingengineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6, 000square kilometres of farmland, take away floodwater and provide water for 50 cities in the province.In ancient times, the region in which Dujiangyan now stands sufferedfrom regular floods caused by overflow from the Minjiang River. To help the victims of the flooding, Li Bing, the region ’s governor, together with his son, decided to find a solution. They studied the problem and Welcome to the Rain Room The Rain Room features falling water. Please be aware you may get slightly wet. However, visitors wearing raincoats will be turned away. This exhibit features advanced technology. To ensure its effectiveness, please avoid wearing dark or reflective clothing. Visitors are welcome to take photographs of the exhibit. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For the convenience of all guests, visits are limited to 10discovered that the river most often overflowed when winter snow at the top of the nearby Mount Yulei began to melt as the weather warmed.The simplest fix was to build a dam, but this would have ruined the Minjiang River. So instead Li designed a series of channels built at different levels along Mount Yulei that would take away the floodwater while leaving the river flowing naturally. Better still, the extra water could be directed to the dry Chengdu Plain, making it suitable for farming.Cutting the channels through the hard rock of Mount Yulei was a remarkable accomplishment as it was done long before the invention of gunpowder and explosives. Li Bing found another solution. He used a combination of fire and water to heat and cool the rocks until they cracked and could be removed. After eight years of work, the 20-metre-wide canals had been carved through the mountain.Once the system was finished, no more floods occurred and the people were able to live peacefully and affluently. Today, Dujiangyan is admired by scientists from around the world because of one feature. Unlike modern dams where the water is blocked with a huge wall, Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally, enabling ecosystems and fish populations to exist in harmony.24. What are the benefits of Dujiangyan according to the first paragraphA. Reducing flooding and watering farmland.B. Protecting the mountain and reducing the flooding.C. Watering farmland and improving water quality.D. Drying the river and supplying cities with water.25. What was the main cause of the Minjiang River’s floodingA. Heaving rainsB. Melting snow.C. Low river banks C. Steep mountains.26. How was Li Bing able to break through the rocks of Mount YuleiA. By using gunpowder.B. By flooding the rocks with water.C. By applying a hearing and cooling technique.D. By breaking the rocks with hammers and spades27. Why is Dujiangyan greatly admired by scientists todayA. It preserved much of the natural river life.B. It took very little time to complete the project.C. The building techniques used were very modern.D. It had raised the living standards of the local people.CBill Gates recently predicted that online learning will make place-based colleges less significant, and five years from now, students will be able to find the best lectures in the world online. I applaud Mr. Gates. But what’s taking us so longAs early as 1997, MIT（麻省理工）decide to post videos of all university lectures online, for free, for all people. But today, how many students have you met who mastered advanced mathematics or nuclear physics from an MIT online video Unfortunately, the answer is not many.The problem is the poor quality of online education websites and the experience they provide to students. Those who go to the MIT website and watch courses online are surely very smart people, but it’s not like playing a video game such as World of Warcraft. Only the most ardent students, those who are highly motivated, will devote themselves to studying these boring online videos.The real question is why er aren’t spending more to develop better online education platforms. Where is the Avatar of education Think about this. The market for Hollywood films per year is worth around 30 billion USD. Education in the world is a trillion-dollar-a-year market, hundreds of times bigger than Hollywood movies. Yet the most expensive digital learning system ever built cost well under 100 million dollars.Bill Gates’ prediction is going to happen. There is no doubt about this. But it will only happen when we create high level educational content and experiences that engage and excite more than has ever been possible in the real world.28. What has Bill Gates forecast about online learningA. It will concentrate on physics lectures.B. It will completely replace real universities.C. It will help to make universities more successful.D. It will play an increasingly important role in education.29. What does the underlined word “ardent” in Paragraph 3 meanA. Creative.B. Enthusiastic.C. Well-behaved.D. Experienced.30. According to the author, what is holding back the popularity ofonline learningA. The lack of lectures available online.B. The high cost of access to the websites.C. The low standard of educational websites.D. The competition with online computer games.31. Why does the author mention HollywoodA. To show that Hollywood produces many successful movies.B. To prove that education is more profitable than entertainment.C. To argue that movie directors should produce educational content.D. To urge that more money be spent developing educational websites.DPersuasion is the art of convincing someone to agree with you. According to the ancient Greeks, there are three basic tools of persuasion: ethos, pathos, and logos.Ethos is a speaker’s way of convincing the audience that she is trustworthy, honest and reliable. One common way a speaker can develop ethos is by explaining how much experience or education she has in the field. After all, you’re more likey to listen to advice about how totake care of your teeth from a dentist than a fireman. A speaker can also create ethos by convincing the audience that she is a good person. If an audience cannot trust you, you will not be able to persuade them.Pathos is a speaker’s way of connecting with an audience’s emotions. For example, a politician who is trying to convince an audience to votefor him might say that he alone can save the country from a terrible war. These words are intended to fill the audience with fear, thus making them support him. Similarly, an animal charity might show an audience pictures of injured dos and cats, to make the viewers feel pity. If the audience feels bad for the animals, they ill be more likely to donate money.Logos is the use of facts, statistics, or other evidence to support your argument. An audience will be more likely to believe you if you have convincing data to back up your claims. Presenting this evidence is much more persuasive than simply saying “believe me”.Although ethos, pathos, and logos all have their strengths, they are often most effective when used together. Indeed, most speakers use a combination of ethos, pathos, and logs to persuade their audiences so,the next time you listen to a speech, watch a commercial, or listen to a friend try to convince you to lend him some money, be on the lookout for these ancient Greek tools of persuasion.32. Why does the author say persuasion is an artA. They both entertain the audience.B. They both require great skill to achieve.C. They both demand full attention from the audience.D. They were both common topics of ancient Greek writers.33. How is a speaker able to show her ethos to the audienceA. By expressing her sympathy with the audience.B. By telling the audience about her personal preference.C. By using beautiful language to make her statements attractive.D. By showing her knowledge and experience relating to the topic..34. What can we learn about the three aspects of persuasionA. Ethos is the most important aspect of persuasion.B. Each aspect has a different effect on the audience.C. Honesty is the key to making your arguments believable.D. Political leaders mostly use pathos to persuade their audience.35. An advertisement for washing powder which claims that “scientific tests show that our powder kills 95% of all bacteria: is mainly using_____________.A. ethosB. pathosC. logosD. A combination of all three第二节（共5小题：每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
【精品】广东省近两年(2017,2018)高考英语试卷以及答案(word解析版)
绝密★启封前试卷类型A广东省2017年高考英语试卷（考试时间：120分钟试卷满分：150分）注意事项：1.本试卷由四个部分组成。
其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题。
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录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5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三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
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1.What does the woman think of the movie?A.It’s amusingB.It’s excitingC.It’s disappointing2.How will Susan spend most of her time in France?A. Traveling aroundB.Studying at a schoolC.Looking after her aunt3.What are the speakers talking about?A. Going outB.Ordering drinksC.Preparing for a party4.Where are the speakers?A.In a classroomB.In a libraryC.In a bookstore5.What is the man going to do ?A.Go on the InternetB.Make a phone callC.Take a train trip第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
【中小学资料】广东省广州市2017届高三英语下学期第一次模拟考试试题
广东省广州市2017届高三英语下学期第一次模拟考试试题第I卷第一部分阅读理解（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。
AInside the Rain RoomThe Rain Room has arrived and local art lovers are taking notice. Is it worth the wait? Yes, I assure you it is. Once inside, visitors find a long, dark room with a high ceiling.A single bright light shines through heavy rain falling around visitors. The mist. The damp air. The noise. It feels like a mighty storm is pouring down. But the storm is inside. And vi sitors aren’t getting wet. Instead, visitors wander in awe, admiring the rain and the artists who created it.The Rain Room was created to highlight the connection between humans, nature and technology. With a tracking system that senses movement and stops the rain wherever visitors move, it does just that. Light and sound produce an experience that feels both natural and foreign. The exhibit is moving on to Atlanta next month. I urge you to visit before then. It’s time to experience the Rain Room for yourself!Welcome to the Rain Room•The Rain Room features falling water. Please be aware you may get slightly wet. However, visitors wearing raincoats will be turned away.•This exhibit features advanced technology. To ensure its effectiveness, please avoid wearing dark or reflective clothing.•Visitors are welcome to take photographs of the exhibit.•Children must be accompanied by an adult.•For the convenience of all guests, visits are limited to 10 minutes.21. Wha t’s the purpose of the text?A. To attract visitors to a new art exhibit.B. To explain how an exhibit has been created.C. To describe the technology used in the exhibit.D. To promote the artists taking part in an exhibit.22. What’s the function of the exhibit’s tracking system?A. To keep visitors from getting wet.B. To protect the exhibit from water damage.C. To time how long visitors are in the room.D. To count the number of visitors in the room.23. What must you do when visiting the Rain Room?A. Wear a raincoat.B. Wear dark clothing.C. Leave your camera outside.D. Pass through within 10 minutes.BDujiangyan is the oldest man-made water system in the world, and a wonder m the development of Chinese science. Built over 2,200 years ago in what is now Sichuan Province in Southwest China, this amazing engineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6,000 square kilometres of farmland, take away floodwater and provide water for 50 cities m the province.In ancient times, the region in which Dujiangyan now stands suffered from regular floods caused by overflow from the Minjiang River. To help the victims of the flooding, Li Bing, the region^ governor, together with his son, decided to find a solution. They studied the problem and discovered that the river most often overflowed when winter snow at the top of the nearby Mount Yulei began to melt as the weather warmed.The simplest fix was to build a dam, but this would have ruined the Minjiang River. So instead Li designed a series of channels built at different levels along Mount Yulei that would take away the floodwater while leaving the river flowing naturally. Better still, the extra water could be directed to the dry Chengdu Plain, making it suitable for farming.Cutting the channels through the hard rock of Mount Yulei was a remarkable accomplishment as it was done long before the invention gunpowder and explosives. £1 Bing found another solution. He used a combination of fire and water to heat and cool the rocks until they cracked and could be removed. After eight years of work, the 20-metre-wide canals had been carved through the mountain.Once the system was finished, no more floods occurred and the people were able to live peacefully and affluently. Today, Dujiangyan is admired by scientists from around the world because of one feature. Unlike modem dams where the water is blocked with a huge wall, Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally, enabling ecosystemsand fish populations to exist in harmony.24. What are the benefits of Dujiangyan according to the first paragraph?A. Reducing flooding and watering farmland.B. Protecting the mountain and reducing flooding.C. Watering farmland and improving water quality.D. Drying the river and supplying cities with water.25. What was the main cause of the Minjiang Rivers flooding?A. Heavy rains.B. Melting snow.C. Low river banks.D. Steep mountains.26. How was Li Bing able to break through the rocks of Mount Yulei?A. By using gunpowder.B. By flooding the rocks with water.C. By applying a heating and cooling technique.D. By breaking the rocks with hammers and spades.27. Why is Dujiangyan greatly admired by scientists today?A. It preserves much of the natural river life.B. It took very little time to complete the project.C. The building tech niques used were very modem.D. It has raised the living standards of the local people.CBill Gates recently predicted that online learning will make place-based colleges less significant, and five years from now, students will be able to find the best lectures in the world online. I applaud Mr. Gates. But what’s taking us so long?As early as 1997, MIT (麻省理工）decided to post videos of all university lectures online, for free, for all people. But today, how many students have you met who mastered advanced mathematics or nuclear physics from an MIT online video? Unfortunately, the answer is not many.The problem is the poor quality of online education websites and the experience they provide to students. Those who go to the MIT website and watch courses online are surely very smart people, but ifs not like playing a video game such as World of Warcraft. Only the most ardent students, those who are highly motivated, will devote themselves to studying these boring online videos.The real question is why we aren’t spending more to develop better online educationplatforms. Where is the Avatar of education? Think about this. The market for Hollywood films per year is worth around 30 billion USD. Education in the world is a trillion-dollar-a-year market, hundreds of times bigger than Hollywood movies. Yet the most expensive digital learning system ever built cost well under 100 million dollars.Bill Gates’ prediction is going to happen. There is no doubt about it. But it will only happen when we create high level educational content and experiences t hat engage and excite more than has ever been possible in the real world.28. What has Bill Gates forecast about online learning?A. It will concentrate on physics lectures.B. It will completely replace real universities.C. It will help to make universities more successful.D. It will play an increasingly important role in education.29. What does the underlined word “ardent” in Paragraph 3 mean?.A. Creative.B. Enthusiastic.C. Well-behaved.D. Experienced.30. According to the author, what is holding back the popularity of online learning?A. The lack of lectures available online.B. The high cost of access to the websites.C. The low standard of educational websites.D. The competition with online computer games.31. Why does the author mention Hollywood?A. To show that Hollywood produces many successful movies.B. To prove that education is more profitable than entertainment.C. To argue that movie directors should produce educational content.D. To urge that more money be spent developing educational websites.DPersuasion is the art of convincing someone to agree with you. According to the ancient Greeks, there are three basic tools of persuasion : ethos, pathos, and logos.Ethos is a speakers way of convincing the audience that she is trustworthy, honest and reliable. One common way a speaker can develop ethos is by explaining how much experience or education she has in the field. After all, you’re more likel y to listen to advice about how to take care of your teeth from a dentist than a fireman. A speaker can also create ethos by convincing the audience that she is a good person. If an audience cannot trust you, you will not be able to persuade them.Pathos is a speaker’s way of connecting with an audience’s emotions. For example, a politician who is trying to convince an audience to vote for him might say that he alone can save the country from a terrible war. These words are intended to fill the audience with fear, thus making them support him. Similarly, an animal charity might show an audience pictures of injured dogs and cats, to make the viewers feel pity. If the audience feels bad for the animals, they will be more likely to donate money.Logos is the use of facts, statistics, or other evidence to support your argument. An audience will be more likely to believe you if you have convincing data to back up your claims. Presenting this evidence is much more persuasive than simply saying “believe me”.Although ethos, pathos, and logos all have their strengths, they are often most effective when used together. Indeed, most speakers use a combination of ethos, pathos, and logos to persuade their audiences. So, the next time you listen to a speech, watch a commercial, or listen to a friend try to convince you to lend him some money, be on the lookout for these ancient Greek tools of persuasion.32. Why does the author say persuasion is an art?A. They both entertain the audience.B. They both require great skill to achieve.C. They both demand full attention from the audience.D. They were both common topics of ancient Greek writers.33. How is a speaker able to show her ethos to the audience?A. By expressing her sympathy with the audience.B. By telling the audience about her personal preference.C. By using beautiful language to make her statements attractive.D. By showing her knowledge and experience relating to the topic. .34. What can we learn about the three aspects of persuasion?A. Ethos is the most important aspect of persuasion.B. Each aspect has a different effect on the audience.C. Honesty is the key to making your arguments believable.D. Political leaders mostly use pathos to persuade their audience.35. An advertisement for washing powder which claims that M scientific tests show that our powder kills 95% of all bacteria” is mainly using _________.A. ethosB. pathosC. logosD. a combination of all three第二节（共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分）根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。
2017年广东省广州市高考英语一模试卷
2017年广东省广州市高考英语一模试卷第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分30分）第一节阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．1．（6分）（2017•广州一模）Inside the Rain RoomThe Rain Room has arrived and local art lovers are taking notice．Is it worth the wait？Yes，I assure you it is．Once inside，visitors find a long，dark room with a high ceiling．A single bright light shines through heavy rain falling around visitors．The mist．The damp air．The noise．It feels like a mighty storm is pouring down．But the storm is inside．And visitors aren't getting wet．Instead，visitors wander in awe，admiring the rain and the artists who created it．The Rain Room was created to highlight the connection between humans，nature and technology．With a tracking system that senses movement and stops the rain wherever visitors move，it does just that．Light and sound produce an experience that feels both natural and foreign．The exhibit is moving on to Atlanta next month．I urge you to visit before then．It's time to experience the Rain Room for yourself!Welcome to the Rain Room•The Rain Room features falling water．Please be aware you may get slightly wet．However，visitors wearing raincoats will be turned away．•This exhibit features advanced technology．To ensure its effectiveness，please avoidwearing dark or reflective clothing．•Visitors are welcome to take photographs of the exhibit．•Children must be accompanied by an adult．•For the convenience of all guests，visits are limited to 10minutes．21．What's the purpose of the text？A．To attract visitors to a new art exhibit．B．To explain how an exhibit has been created．C．To describe the technology used in the exhibit．D．To promote the artists taking part in an exhibit．22．What's the function of the exhibit's tracking system？A．To keep visitors from getting wet．B．To protect the exhibit from water damage．C．To time how long visitors are in the room．D．To count the number of visitors in the room．23．What must you do when visiting the Rain Room？A．Wear a raincoat．B．Wear dark clothing．C．Leave your camera outside．D．Pass through within 10 minutes．2．（8分）（2017•广州一模）Dujiangyan is the oldest man﹣made water system in the world，and a wonder in the development of Chinese science．Built over 2，200 years ago in what is now Sichuan Province in Southwest China，this amazing engineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6，000 square kilometres of farmland，take away floodwater and provide water for 50cities m the province．In ancient times，the region in which Dujiangyan now stands suffered from regular floods caused by overflow from the Minjiang River．To help the victims of the flooding，Li Bing，the region's governor，together with his son，decided to finda solution．They studied the problem and discovered that the river most oftenoverflowed when winter snow at the top of the nearby Mount Yulei began to melt as the weather warmed．The simplest fix was to build a dam，but this would have ruined the Minjiang River．So instead Li designed a series of channels built at different levels along Mount Yulei that would take away the floodwater while leaving the river flowing naturally．Better still，the extra water could be directed to the dry Chengdu Plain，making it suitable for farming．Cutting the channels through the hard rock of Mount Yulei was a remarkable accomplishment as it was done long before the invention gunpowder andexplosives．£1Bing found another solution．He used a combination of fire and water to heat and cool the rocks until they cracked and could be removed．After eight years of work，the 20﹣metre﹣wide canals had been carved through the mountain．Once the system was finished，no more floods occurred and the people were able to live peacefully and affluently．Today，Dujiangyan is admired by scientists from around the world because of one feature．Unlike modem dams where the water is blocked with a huge wall，Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally，enabling ecosystems and fish populations to exist in harmony．24．What are the benefits of Dujiangyan according to the first paragraph？A．Reducing flooding and watering farmland．B．Protecting the mountain and reducing flooding．C．Watering farmland and improving water quality．D．Drying the river and supplying cities with water．25．What was the main cause of the Minjiang Rivers flooding？A．Heavy rains．B．Melting snow．C．Low river banks．D．Steep mountains．26．How was Li Bing able to break through the rocks of Mount Yulei？A．By using gunpowder．B．By flooding the rocks with water．C．By applying a heating and cooling technique．D．By breaking the rocks with hammers and spades．27．Why is Dujiangyan greatly admired by scientists today？A．It preserves much of the natural river life．B．It took very little time to complete the project．C．The building techniques used were very modem．D．It has raised the living standards of the local people．3．（8分）（2017•广州一模）Bill Gates recently predicted that online learning willmake place﹣based colleges less significant，and five years from now，students will be able to find the best lectures in the world online．I applaud Mr．Gates．But what's taking us so long？As early as 1997，MIT （麻省理工）decided to post videos of all university lectures online，for free，for all people．But today，how many students have you met who mastered advanced mathematics or nuclear physics from an MIT online video？Unfortunately，the answer is not many．The problem is the poor quality of online education websites and the experience they provide to students．Those who go to the MIT website and watch courses online are surely very smart people，but ifs not like playing a video game such as World of Warcraft．Only the most ardent students，those who are highly motivated，will devote themselves to studying these boring online videos．The real question is why we aren't spending more to develop better online education platforms．Where is the Avatar of education？Think about this．The market for Hollywood films per year is worth around 30billion USD．Education in the world isa trillion﹣dollar﹣a﹣year market，hundreds of times bigger than Hollywoodmovies．Yet the most expensive digital learning system ever built cost well under 100million dollars．Bill Gates'prediction is going to happen．There is no doubt about it．But it will only happen when we create high level educational content and experiences t hat engage and excite more than has ever been possible in the real world．28．What has Bill Gates forecast about online learning？A．It will concentrate on physics lectures．B．It will completely replace real universities．C．It will help to make universities more successful．D．It will play an increasingly important role in education．29．What does the underlined word"ardent"in Paragraph 3mean？A．Creative．B．Enthusiastic．C．Well﹣behaved．D．Experienced．30．According to the author，what is holding back the popularity of online learning？A．The lack of lectures available online．B．The high cost of access to the websites．C．The low standard of educational websites．D．The competition with online computer games．31．Why does the author mention Hollywood？A．To show that Hollywood produces many successful movies．B．To prove that education is more profitable than entertainment．C．To argue that movie directors should produce educational content．D．To urge that more money be spent developing educational websites．4．（8分）（2017•广州一模）Persuasion is the art of convincing someone to agree with you．According to the ancient Greeks，there are three basic tools of persuasion：ethos，pathos，and logos．Ethos is a speakers way of convincing the audience that she is trustworthy，honest and reliable．One common way a speaker can develop ethos is by explaining how much experience or education she has in the field．After all，you're more likely to listen to advice about how to take care of your teeth from a dentist than a fireman．A speaker can also create ethos by convincing the audience that she is a good person．If an audience cannot trust you，you will not be able to persuade them．Pathos is a speaker's way of connecting with an audience's emotions．For example，a politician who is trying to convince an audience to vote for him might say thathe alone can save the country from a terrible war．These words are intended to fill the audience with fear，thus making them support him．Similarly，an animal charity might show an audience pictures of injured dogs and cats，to make the viewers feel pity．If the audience feels bad for the animals，they will be more likely to donate money．Logos is the use of facts，statistics，or other evidence to support your argument．An audience will be more likely to believe you if you have convincing data to back upyour claims．Presenting this evidence is much more persuasive than simply saying"believe me"．Although ethos，pathos，and logos all have their strengths，they are often most effective when used together．Indeed，most speakers use a combination of ethos，pathos，and logos to persuade their audiences．So，the next time you listen to a speech，watch a commercial，or listen to a friend try to convince you to lend him some money，be on the lookout for these ancient Greek tools of persuasion．32．Why does the author say persuasion is an art？A．They both entertain the audience．B．They both require great skill to achieve．C．They both demand full attention from the audience．D．They were both common topics of ancient Greek writers．33．How is a speaker able to show her ethos to the audience？A．By expressing her sympathy with the audience．B．By telling the audience about her personal preference．C．By using beautiful language to make her statements attractive．D．By showing her knowledge and experience relating to the topic．34．What can we learn about the three aspects of persuasion？A．Ethos is the most important aspect of persuasion．B．Each aspect has a different effect on the audience．C．Honesty is the key to making your arguments believable．D．Political leaders mostly use pathos to persuade their audience．35．An advertisement for washing powder which claims that M scientific tests show that our powder kills 95% of all bacteria"is mainly using．A．ethos B．pathos C．logos D．a combination of all three．第二节（满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项．5．（10分）（2017•广州一模）We've all experienced peer pressure （同伴压力）．It happens to everybody．However，people have different reactions．Confident people refuse to do things they don't want to do，but shy and anxious people often give in．It may be because they want to be liked．It may be because they worry that their friends will make fun of them，or perhaps they're just curious about trying something new．（36）．It's hard being the only one who says no and the question is：how do you do it？（37）．If you think that missing maths，or smoking，or going somewhere you know your parents wouldn't'like is a bad idea then the answer is simple：don't do it．It's your decision，nobody else's．You don't need to be aggressive．You don't need to shout and scream，but yo u must be confident and you must be firm．You need to say，"No thanks．I don't want to do that．"Being on your own against everybody else is very hard，so it can really help to have at least one other peer，or friend，who will say no too．（38）．You want friends who will support you when you're in trouble．You don't want people who will always agree with the majority．Remember，the most popular people aren't always the most trustworthy．（39）．You can learn a lot from people your own age．They can teach you greatfootball skills or the best way to do your maths homework．They can recommend music and advise you on fashion．And don't forget you can tell them things too，and that always feels great．So，find friends who have similar interests．And remember，friendship isn't about feeling depressed and guilty．（40）．A．Choose your friends carefully．B．Firstly，you must decide what you believe in．C．It's about sharing experiences and having fun．D．Of course，peer pressure isn't completely bad．E．It may be because they were all born to be stubborn．F．Depression and guilt will surely give you peer pressure．G．Whatever the reason，some people end up doing things they really don't want to．第二部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分45）第一节完形填空阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．6．（30分）（2017•广州一模）Sarah lived on a farm with her family．She was （41）to learn to track，to identify each person and where they were going by the marks they left on the ground．And if her father couldn't teach her，she'd teach herself．To the （42）of her family，she borrowed all their （43）and taught herself to recognize everyone's footprints in the sand．More than once her father came outside shouting，"Sarah，bring me （44）my boots．"Sarah developed the habit of walking around with her eyes fixed on the ground，（45）the comings and goings of every （46）in the place．She also developed the annoying habit of （47）everyone．What were you doing down at the dam，Jack？You're not（48）to play there．""Did you find what you were （49）in the garage，Auntie？"and"Who was the stranger visiting today wearing size ten boots，Mum？"After she'd （50）every pair of shoes that everyone （51），she turned to the farm's animals．By this time （52）her victims had to admit，（53），that she was good．Her best （54）came one evening when she said the horse's front foot was （55）．Her father said that the horse was （56）fine．Sarah （57）that its hoof （蹄）had a split．Sarah's father （58）the horse's hoof．"You're （59）．The hoof is split．How did you know？""You can see it in its （60）．''Sarah moved the horse away．"Look，it's plain in the sand．''"If you can tell it has a split hoof from that sand，you're pretty good，"said her father．41．A．determined B．forced C．appointed D．encouraged42．A．expectation B．annoyance C．disappointment D．delight 43．A．shoes B．books C．socks D．tools 44．A．up B．outside C．over D．back 45．A．guiding B．hearing C．studying D．predicting 46．A．vehicle B．person C．animal D．season 47．A．surprising B．criticising C．questioning D．challenging 48．A．prepared B．invited C．qualified D．allowed 49．A．calling for B．looking for C．waiting for D．fighting for 50．A．worn B．collected C．destroyed D．memorised 51．A．owned B．borrowed C tried D．bought 52．A．yet B．even C．also D．still 53．A．guiltily B．approvingly C．merrily D．unwillingly 54．A．performance B．trick C．magic D．idea 55．A．tied B．lost C．injured D．stolen 56．A．safely B．extremely C．hardly D．perfectly 57．A．doubted B．wondered C．insisted D．discovered 58．A．inspected B．split C．treated D．fastened 59．A．lying B．joking C．right D．crazy 60．A．boots B．tracks C．jumps D．hoofs第二节（满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填写1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式．7．（15分）（2017•广州一模）My doorbell rings at 11 am．On the step，I find an elderly Chinese lady holding the hand of a little boy．In her other hand （61）（be）a paper bag．She is the little boy's grandmother，and her daughter，Nicole，bought （62）house next door last October．Nicole has（63）（obvious）told her mother that I am having a heart operation shortly，and theresult is that her mother has decided （64）（supply）me with meals．I know what is inside the paper bag﹣a bottle of hot soup and a （65）（contain）with a meal of rice，vegetables and meat．It's become a daily occurrence．Communication （66）us is somewhat difficult because she doesn't speak English and all I can say in Chinese is hello．Once，she brought an iPad as well as the food．She pointed to the screen，（67）showed at message from her daughter telling me that her mother wanted to know （68）the food was all right for me．So here we are，two grandmothers，neither of （69）（we）able to speak the other's language but communicating one way or another （with some help from technology）．The doorbell keeps （70）（ring）and there is the familiar brown paper bag，handed smilingly to me．第四部分写作（共两节满分10分）第一节短文改错（满分10 分）8．（10分）（2017•广州一模）假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文．文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处．每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改．增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词．删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉．修改：在错词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词．注意：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分．Getting rid of the bad habit of procrastination （拖延症）is now my goal in life．My first step was to set small targets what can be reached realistically．For example，I plan to set a timetable for my study．So after school，I will put finishinghomework in the last place．Additionally，I will make a list of my important task including their due dates but follow my schedule strictly．I will avoid find excuses for putting them off．At same time，I will ask for my friends and parents to helpme．By achieving this small targets，I have confident that I will overcome procrastination．第二节书面表达（满分25分）9．（25分）（2017•广州一模）假定你是李华．你是学生会主席．你校将于5月25﹣30日在广州沙面举行龙舟赛（Dragon Boat Race）．请根据以下内容给姐妹学校剑桥中学（Cambridge High School）写一封邀请信．（1）写信目的（2）活动时间、地点和意义（3）回复时间：2017年4月15日前注意：1．词数100左右；2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3．开头语已为你写好．2017年广东省广州市高考英语一模试卷参考答案与试题解析第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分30分）第一节阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑．1．（6分）（2017•广州一模）Inside the Rain RoomThe Rain Room has arrived and local art lovers are taking notice．Is it worth the wait？Yes，I assure you it is．Once inside，visitors find a long，dark room with a high ceiling．A single bright light shines through heavy rain falling around visitors．The mist．The damp air．The noise．It feels like a mighty storm is pouring down．But the storm is inside．And visitors aren't getting wet．Instead，visitors wander in awe，admiring the rain and the artists who created it．The Rain Room was created to highlight the connection between humans，nature and technology．With a tracking system that senses movement and stops the rain wherever visitors move，it does just that．Light and sound produce an experience that feels both natural and foreign．The exhibit is moving on to Atlanta next month．I urge you to visit before then．It's time to experience the Rain Room for yourself!Welcome to the Rain Room•The Rain Room features falling water．Please be aware you may get slightly wet．However，visitors wearing raincoats will be turned away．•This exhibit features adva nced technology．To ensure its effectiveness，please avoidwearing dark or reflective clothing．•Visitors are welcome to take photographs of the exhibit．•Children must be accompanied by an adult．•For the convenience of all guests，visits are limited to 10minutes．21．What's the purpose of the text？AA．To attract visitors to a new art exhibit．B．To explain how an exhibit has been created．C．To describe the technology used in the exhibit．D．To promote the artists taking part in an exhibit．22．What's the function of the exhibit's tracking system？AA．To keep visitors from getting wet．B．To protect the exhibit from water damage．C．To time how long visitors are in the room．D．To count the number of visitors in the room．23．What must you do when visiting the Rain Room？DA．Wear a raincoat．B．Wear dark clothing．C．Leave your camera outside．D．Pass through within 10 minutes．【考点】O3：广告布告类阅读．【分析】本文属于说明文阅读，作者通过这篇文章主要向我们描述了雨中的房间的一些信息和特点，吸引人们前往游玩．【解答】21．A．推理判断题．根据第一段The Rain Room has arrived and local art lovers are taking notice．Is it worth the wait？Yes，I assure you it is可知课文的目的是吸引参观者参观一个新的艺术展览；故选A．22．A．细节理解题．根据第二段With a tracking system that senses movement and stops the rain wherever visitors move，it does just that可知展品跟踪系统的功能是防止访客淋湿；故选A．23．D．细节理解题．根据文章For the convenience of all guests，visits are limited to 10 minutes可知为所有客人的方便，访问是有限的10分钟的时间；故选D．【点评】本文是广告布告类阅读理解．做这类题材阅读理解时要求考生对文章通读一遍，做题时结合原文和题目有针对性的找出相关语句进行仔细分析，结合选项选出正确答案．推理判断题也是要在抓住关键句子的基础上合理的分析才能得出正确答案，切忌胡乱猜测，一定要做到有理有据2．（8分）（2017•广州一模）Dujiangyan is the oldest man﹣made water system in theworld，and a wonder in the development of Chinese science．Built over 2，200 years ago in what is now Sichuan Province in Southwest China，this amazing engineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6，000 square kilometres of farmland，take away floodwater and provide water for 50cities m the province．In ancient times，the region in which Dujiangyan now stands suffered from regular floods caused by overflow from the Minjiang River．To help the victims of the flooding，Li Bing，the region's governor，together with his son，decided to finda solution．They studied the problem and discovered that the river most oftenoverflowed when winter snow at the top of the nearby Mount Yulei began to melt as the weather warmed．The simplest fix was to build a dam，but this would have ruined the Minjiang River．So instead Li designed a series of channels built at different levels along Mount Yulei that would take away the floodwater while leaving the river flowing naturally．Better still，the extra water could be directed to the dry Chengdu Plain，making it suitable for farming．Cutting the channels through the hard rock of Mount Yulei was a remarkable accomplishment as it was done long before the invention gunpowder and explosives．£1Bing found another solution．He used a combination of fire and water to heat and cool the rocks until they cracked and could be removed．After eight years of work，the 20﹣metre﹣wide canals had been carved through the mountain．Once the system was finished，no more floods occurred and the people were able to live peacefully and affluently．Today，Dujiangyan is admired by scientists from around the world because of one feature．Unlike modem dams where the water is blocked with a huge wall，Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally，enabling ecosystems and fish populations to exist in harmony．24．What are the benefits of Dujiangyan according to the first paragraph？AA．Reducing flooding and watering farmland．B．Protecting the mountain and reducing flooding．C．Watering farmland and improving water quality．D．Drying the river and supplying cities with water．25．What was the main cause of the Minjiang Rivers flooding？BA．Heavy rains．B．Melting snow．C．Low river banks．D．Steep mountains．26．How was Li Bing able to break through the rocks of Mount Yulei？CA．By using gunpowder．B．By flooding the rocks with water．C．By applying a heating and cooling technique．D．By breaking the rocks with hammers and spades．27．Why is Dujiangyan greatly admired by scientists today？AA．It preserves much of the natural river life．B．It took very little time to complete the project．C．The building techniques used were very modem．D．It has raised the living standards of the local people．【考点】O5：科教类阅读．【分析】本文介绍了中国古代水利工程都江堰的历史以及作用，优点．【解答】24．A 细节理解题．由第一段this amazing engineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6，000 square kilometres of farmland，take away floodwater and provide water for 50cities m the province．可知．这个工程成今天仍然使用于农田灌溉，带走洪水，并提供50个城市用水，故选A．25．B．理解推断题．由第二段They studied the problem and discovered that the river most often overflowed when winter snow at the top of the nearby Mount Yulei began to melt as the weather warmed．可知，当冬天附近山顶的雪开始融化时，这条河常常溢出，故选B．26．C．细节理解题．由倒数第二段He used a combination of fire and water to heat and cool the rocks until they cracked and could be removed，可知使用火和水来加热和冷却岩石可以使它们破解，故选C．27．A．理解推断题．由最后一段Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally，enabling ecosystems and fish populations to exist in harmony可知，都江堰仍然允许岷江水流自然通过，使生态系统和鱼类种群十分和谐自然，故选A．【点评】这篇文章非常简单，先看问题，再带着问题仔细阅读短文，理解了全文内容，很容易选出正确答案．阅读注意事项：1、关注连词，分析文章逻辑结构．2、聚焦代词，明辨指代关系．3、抓住关键词语，利用平行结构、上下文（包括定义、释义、举例、对比、标点）进行判断与推理．3．（8分）（2017•广州一模）Bill Gates recently predicted that online learning will make place﹣based colleges less significant，and five years from now，students will be able to find the best lectures in the world online．I applaud Mr．Gates．But what's taking us so long？As early as 1997，MIT （麻省理工）decided to post videos of all university lectures online，for free，for all people．But today，how many students have you met who mastered advanced mathematics or nuclear physics from an MIT online video？Unfortunately，the answer is not many．The problem is the poor quality of online education websites and the experience they provide to students．Those who go to the MIT website and watch courses online are surely very smart people，but ifs not like playing a video game such as World of Warcraft．Only the most ardent students，those who are highly motivated，will devote themselves to studying these boring online videos．The real question is why we aren't spending more to develop better online education platforms．Where is the Avatar of education？Think about this．The market for Hollywood films per year is worth around 30billion USD．Education in the world isa trillion﹣dollar﹣a﹣year market，hundreds of times bigger than Hollywoodmovies．Yet the most expensive digital learning system ever built cost well under 100million dollars．Bill Gates'prediction is going to happen．There is no doubt about it．But it will only happen when we create high level educational content and experiences t hatengage and excite more than has ever been possible in the real world．28．What has Bill Gates forecast about online learning？DA．It will concentrate on physics lectures．B．It will completely replace real universities．C．It will help to make universities more successful．D．It will play an increasingly important role in education．29．What does the underlined word"ardent"in Paragraph 3mean？B A．Creative．B．Enthusiastic．C．Well﹣behaved．D．Experienced．30．According to the author，what is holding back the popularity of online learning？CA．The lack of lectures available online．B．The high cost of access to the websites．C．The low standard of educational websites．D．The competition with online computer games．31．Why does the author mention Hollywood？DA．To show that Hollywood produces many successful movies．B．To prove that education is more profitable than entertainment．C．To argue that movie directors should produce educational content．D．To urge that more money be spent developing educational websites．【考点】O4：新闻报道类阅读．【分析】短文主要介绍了比尔盖茨预言网上学习将会变得越来越重要．【解答】28．D，推理判断题，根据句子Bill Gates recently predicted that online learning will make place﹣based colleges less significant可知，比尔盖茨预言网上学习将变得比大学上课更重要，即在教育上将扮演着越来越重要的角色，故答案为D．29．B，词义猜测题，根据单词后面的解释those who are highly motivated"那些非常有动力的人"，也就是那些非常有热情的人，故答案为B．30．C，细节理解题，根据句子The problem is the poor quality of online educationwebsites 可知，阻碍网上学习的问题就是低质量的教育网站，故答案为C．31．D，推理判断题，根据句子The real question is why we aren't spending more to develop better online education platforms，以及后面提到Hollywood投入大量的资金来发展，作者觉得应在网上教育平台上投入更多的资金，故答案为D．【点评】解答任务型阅读理解题，首先对原文材料迅速浏览，掌握全文的主旨大意．因为阅读理解题一般没有标题，所以，速读全文，抓住中心主旨很有必要，在速读的过程中，应尽可能多地捕获信息材料．其次，细读题材，各个击破．掌握全文的大意之后，细细阅读每篇材料后的问题，弄清每题要求后，带着问题，再回到原文中去寻找、捕获有关信息．最后，要善于抓住每段的主题句，阅读时，要有较强的针对性．对于捕获到的信息，要做认真分析，仔细推敲，理解透彻，只有这样，针对题目要求，才能做到稳、准．4．（8分）（2017•广州一模）Persuasion is the art of convincing someone to agree with you．According to the ancient Greeks，there are three basic tools of persuasion：ethos，pathos，and logos．Ethos is a speakers way of convincing the audience that she is trustworthy，honest and reliable．One common way a speaker can develop ethos is by explaining how much experience or education she has in the field．After all，you're more likely to listen to advice about how to take care of your teeth from a dentist than a fireman．A speaker can also create ethos by convincing the audience that she is a good person．If an audience cannot trust you，you will not be able to persuade them．Pathos is a speaker's way of connecting with an audience's emotions．For example，a politician who is trying to convince an audience to vote for him might say thathe alone can save the country from a terrible war．These words are intended to fill the audience with fear，thus making them support him．Similarly，an animal charity might show an audience pictures of injured dogs and cats，to make the viewers feel pity．If the audience feels bad for the animals，they will be more likely to donate money．Logos is the use of facts，statistics，or other evidence to support your argument．An audience will be more likely to believe you if you have convincing data to back up。
17-18广州高三一模英语听说试题a
17-18广州高三一模英语听说试题aIn the modern era of globalization, cultural exchange and understanding have become paramount. This was never more evident than in the 2017-2018 Guangzhou Senior High School First Mock English Listening and Speaking Test, which focused on cross-cultural communication. The test served as a platform for students to demonstrate their proficiency in English language skills while also challenging them to navigate the nuances of cultural differences.The test was designed to simulate real-world scenarios, where language is not just a tool for communication but also a medium for understanding and respecting diverse cultures. The questions ranged from simple conversations to complex scenarios that required critical thinking and cultural awareness. This approach was intentional, as it aimed to prepare students for the complexities of global communication.One of the most striking aspects of the test was the emphasis on listening comprehension. Students were required to listen to recordings of native speakers and interprettheir messages, taking into account the cultural context and subtleties of language. This exercise was crucial, asit highlighted the importance of active listening in cross-cultural communication.Speaking skills were also tested, with a focus on fluency, pronunciation, and grammar. However, it was not just about linguistic accuracy; it was about expressing oneself effectively in a way that was culturally sensitive and appropriate. This balance between linguisticproficiency and cultural awareness was a key theme throughout the test.The scenarios presented in the test were designed to challenge students' ability to adapt to different cultural contexts. For example, one scenario involved a business negotiation between a Chinese and an American company. This scenario required students to understand the nuances of business etiquette and negotiation strategies in both cultures, while maintaining a professional tone and maintaining respect for the other party.Another scenario dealt with a social gathering where people from different cultures were present. Students wererequired to engage in conversation while being mindful ofthe cultural differences and avoiding any potential misunderstandings. This scenario highlighted the importance of cultural empathy and the ability to adapt one's communication style to fit the cultural context.The 2017-2018 Guangzhou Senior High School First Mock English Listening and Speaking Test was not just a test of language skills; it was a test of cultural understandingand adaptability. It served as a reminder that language is not just about words and grammar; it is about connectingwith people from different cultures and building bridges of understanding. By embracing cultural diversity andpracticing active listening and speaking skills, we can overcome the barriers of language and culture and create a more connected and understanding world.**跨越文化的障碍，共筑理解的桥梁**在全球化的现代时代，文化交流与理解变得至关重要。
广东省广州市2017-2018学年高一英语下学期第一次段考试题
广东省广州市2017-2018学年高一英语下学期第一次段考试题I听力（共两节，满分20分）第一节听力理解（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）最新试卷十年寒窗苦，踏上高考路，心态放平和，信心要十足，面对考试卷，下笔如有神，短信送祝福，愿你能高中，马到功自成，金榜定题名。
Conversation 11. What will the man do this weekend?A. Prepare for a speech.B. Visit his grandparentsC. Go to thetown with John.2. Who does the man think can give a speech?A. John.B. The womanC. Henry.Conversation 23. What do we know about Frank?A. He doesn’t like reading.B. He learns very fast now.C. He isn’t very smart.4. What’s the most probable relationship between the two speakers?A. Teacher and student.B. Classmates.C. Colleagues. Conversation 35. What’s the date today?A. October 5th.B. October 8th.C. October 10th.6. What will the woman do tonight?A. Make a plan.B. Stay at home.C. Go to a party. Conversation 47. How does the woman usually take photos?A. Using a camera.B. Using a cell phone.C. Using her iPad.8. What does the woman think of cameras?A. They are very helpful.B. They take good photos.C. They may disappear one day.9. What will the man do?A. Buy a cell phone.B. Buy a camera downtown.C. Buy a camera fromeBay.Conversation 510. How does the girl look?A. Upset.B. ExcitedC. Calm.11. How much pocket money did the girl hope for a week?A. 8 pounds.B. 10 pounds.C. 12 pounds.12. Where does the boy get books from?A. Friends.B. Bookstores.C. Libraries.Conversation 613. What color is the woman’s hair?A. GoldenB. Black.C. Red.14. Where do the speakers refer to hairstyles?A. Online.B. On a phone.C. In a magazine.15. What does the woman what to do with her hair?A. Change its color.B. Cut it very short.C. Make it a bit curly.第二节听取信息 (共5小题；每小题l分，满分5分)Two European countriesCountry Poland ______16_______Size (sq mi) 120,726 ______17_____________18_______(million) over 38 over 46Capital Warsaw MadridClimate ______19_______ inwinter,comfortable in summer Cold in winter and hot in summer inland; ______20_______along the coastII阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）AThe island of Lanai is one of Hawaii’s best kept secrets. With its old country beauty, rocky land, empty beaches and forests, the island of Lanai is like anattractive Colorado Village in the middle of the Pacific.What to seeIn fact, you’ll need a 4-wheel sightseeing bus to get to most of the island’s attractions. Lanai offers 400 miles of rocky dirt roads that lead you throughrainforests, up to Mount Lanaihale---the island’s highest point, through a tourof ancient rock paintings, and to the island’s famous Garden of the Gods.If you want to experience the local island color, head to Lanai City, theisland’s only town and home t o nearly all of its 3,000 people. The attractive little town offers pop shops, local art and small cafes.Accommodation (住宿) choicesLanai only has three hotel choices: one beautiful historical village and twoFour Seasons resorts (度假胜地). Stay one night in Hotel Lanai, the smallest andcheapest of the choices, and you’ll feel like you stepped back to old Hawaii.The two Four Seasons resorts offer different characters of the island. The Lanai at Manele Bay is the island’s beachside resort that faces a near-sea preserve (保留区). The second Four Seasons resort, The Lodge at Koele, covers over 80㎡ of rolling hills, gardens and trees. You’ll need a blanket to stay warm at night. Itfeels like a very different Hawaii.How to get thereWith all its beauty, getting to Lanai is no easy task. If you are planning atrip there, you’ll have to fly into the island of Mauri and catch a boat that leaves from Lahaina five times a day, or you can catch one of Hawaiian Airline’s dailyflights.21. What can you find in Lanai City?A. Empty beaches.B. Rainforests.C. Pop shops.D. Rock paintings.22. If you don’t have much money for accommodations, you can choose ______________.A. Hotel LanaiB. The Lanai at Manele BayC. The Lodge at KoeleD. Garden of the Gods23. Which of the following is a Four Seasons resort?A. Mount Lanaihale.B. Garden of the Gods.C. Hotel Lanai.D. The Lodge at Koele.24. Lahaina is located on the island of _____________.A. ManeleB. MauriC. LanaiD. ColoradoBLONDON (Reuters) ---Organic fruit, carried right to the doorstep. That is whatGabriel Gold prefers (更喜欢), and he is willing to pay for it. If this is not possible, the 26-year-old computer technician will spend the extra money at the supermarket tobuy organic food.“Organic produce is always better,” Mr. Gold said. “The food is free of pesticides(杀虫剂), and you are generally supporting family farms instead of large farms. And more often than not it is locally grown and seasonal, so it i s more tasty.” Mr. Gold is one of a growing number of shoppers buying into the organic trend, and supermarkets across Britain are depending on (依赖) more like him as they grow their organic foodbusiness. But how m any s hoppers really know what they are getting, and why are they willingto pay a higher price for organic produce? Market research shows that Mr. Gold and others who buy organic food can generally give clear reasons for their preferences---but their knowledge of organic food is far from complete. For example, small amounts of pesticides can be used on organic produce. And about three quarters of organic food in Britain isnot local but imported (进口) to meet the growing need. “The demand for organic foodis increasing(增加) by about one third every year, so it is a very fast-growing market.” Said Sue Flock, a specialist in this line of business.25. More and more people in Britain are buying organic food because_______________.A. they are getting richerB. they can get the foodanywhereC. they consider the food free of pollutionD. they like home-grownfruit26. Which statement is TRUE according to the passage?A. Those who buy organic food have a complete knowledge of organic food.B. Some of the organic food is produced outside Britain.C. Organic produce is not seasonal and tastes more tasty.D. Organic products are those which are free of pesticides.27. The underlined words “organic trend” means ___________________.A. higher prices of organic foodB. better quality of organic foodC. rising market for organic foodD. growing interest in organic food28. The news story is mainly about________________.A. that more and more people prefer organic food in BritainB. the production of organic food in BritainC. the complete knowledge of organic food in BritainD. good qualities of organic food in BritainCWhen David Hyche was helping his local church plan an annual Easter egg huntnine years ago, he realized his then 19-month-old blind daughter Rachel would notbe able to fully take part in it. He decided to look for a way for his daughter toexperience an Easter egg hunt just like her normal-sighted older brother.David then researched online on how a blind child could do an Easter egg huntand have fun with it. He found there were people who could make beeping (有哔哔声的) eggs. He then called a man in Los Angeles and the man told him how he did it.David then thought he could spreading beeping eggs around the world.He made forty beeping eggs that year and sold them at a price of $14 per egg.Each egg took him about 20 minutes to make. It contains a switch (开关), a beeper, and a 9-volt battery, joined together by wires (导线).A handful of blind kids, Rachel included, showed up at the first beeping Easter egg hunt hosted by David in Birmingham nine years ago. Hoping to spread it further, David employed his coworkers and friends throughout Alabama to help him make morebeeping eggs. This year, three beeping Easter egg hunts were held in Birmingham alone, with dozens more held across the country.Around six years ago, David’s idea drew an ally (同盟军) in the International Association of Bomb T echnicians and Investigators (IABTI). IABTI’s members collect the eggs and then send them to the requesting groups. Each egg now costs $11.50 tomake, according to the IABTI, which posts a step-by-step explainer on its website.“A lot of schools for the blind use the eggs to teach kids how to locate (定位) things because it teaches them to use a logical mind to search,” said David. “It’s teaching these kids independence,”he said. “It’s not just an Easter egg hunt like it is for other people.”29. Why did David want to make the beeping Easter egg at first?A. To plan a special Easter egg hunt.B. To make his daughter enjoy an Easter egg hunt.C. To drew people’s attention to an Easter egg hunt.D. To provide beeping Easter eggs for blind children.30. What can we infer from the passage?A. Rachel is 9 years old now.B. It is not too hard for David to make a beeping egg.C. David learned how to make a beeping egg by chance.D. Few children were interested in the beeping egg at first.31. David asked his coworkers and friends to help_________________.A. raise moneyB. send finished eggsC. make beeping eggsD. post an explainer online32. Why do so many schools for the blind use beeping eggs? .A. Because they help blind kids to be independent.B. Because an egg hunt is a lot fun like it is for others.C. Because they are easy to locate for the blind.D. Because a logical mode is used in making them.DRunning as often and as far as possible might sound like great training, butit’s a way to get injured, ill or lose your motivation (动机) before a big race. “Training for any goal is about planning, patience and progression,”says running coach Tom Craggs. “Coaches often talk about the ‘TNR’: Training, Nutrition andRest---- and the y’re all equally important.”Rest lets your body change and improve and it’s an opportunity for your muscles, tendons (腱) and ligaments (韧带) to repair and your lung capacity (肺活量) to increase. “It’s when all the hard work you’ve done gets successful to make youa fitter, stronger runner,” says Craggs. “And the greater the distance of your running is, the more important rest becomes.If you’re really enjoying running, or if you’re anxious about being fit enough to achieve a certain time for a race, avert running daily. “Think quality, not quantity,” says Craggs. “And if you’ve missed a few periods of time, don’t try to catch up. Simply begin your training schedule again on the right day. Runningtoo much or too often won’t benefit your performance; you’ll just be doing whatwe call ‘junk miles’.”Schedule a rest day after any hard training. Avoid back-to-back tough sessions (集会) such as hills or intervals. “For experienced athletes, a rest day mightinclude a gentle recovery run or cross training, but for most of us, it means thesofa,” he explains.It is also important to get enough sleep. Aim for at least six hours of goodsleep a night, finishing as many of those as you can before midnight. You may findcaffeine, alcohol and sugar affect getting to sleep. Likewise, eating or exercising too late at night can have negative effects.33. What Tom Craggs says in Paragraph 2 shows that ___________________.A. tendons and ligaments can easily get hurtB. the greater the distance we run, the better it isC. becoming a fitter and stronger runner is difficultD. we should allow our bodies to rest after exercising34. What does the underlined world “avert” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Try.B. Keep.C. Avoid.D. Consider.35. What may a rest day mean to experienced athletes? .。