高三下学期模拟考试英语试题(答案)
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第I卷选择题第一部分：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。
ASydney Day ToursPort Stephens Day ToursLabeled ―Blue Water Paradise‖, Port Stephens is known for its beauty and marine surroundings with over 19 miles of clean, white and sandy beaches. It is home to around 150 bottlenose dolphins and thus called the dolphin capital of Australia.Highlights: Dolphin Watching; Australian Reptile ParkOperates: Mon, Wed & Sat---8 AMAdults: $195 Children: $98Note: Not suitable from Dec. 20th, 2017 to Jan. 9th, 2018 in Christmas & NY period, Feb.14th-22th, 2018 in Chinese NY.Sydney City Day ToursSydney is a big city, filled with lots of landmarks and attractions to see. This can make it a stressful task to plan your own vacation in Sydney. Luckily, our tours are designed to allow you to see all of Sydney’s most famous landmarks. You can rest and make sure that you will be seeing all that Sydney has to offer.Highlights: Harbour Bridge; Sydney Opera HouseOperates: Daily---8 AMAdults: $129 Children: $65Blue Mountains ToursThese Blue Mountains Tours from Sydney have been designed for the adventurers and people who like to enjoy bushwalking. Additionally, these Blue Mountains Day Tours include a tough walk from Glenbrook to the Wentworth Falls.Highlights: See Australian wildlife up-close; Guided hike at Wentworth FallsOperates: Daily—8AMAdults: $99 Children: $74Note: A good level of fitness is required for the bush walk. Minimum child age is 11 years.1. Which one is NOT proper time for the Port Stephens Day Tours?A. Jan. 13th, 2018(Sat.)B. Jan. 15th, 2018(Mon.)C. Jan. 24th, 2018(Wed.)D. Feb. 15th, 2018(Thur.)2. What can tourists enjoy on Sydney City Day Tours?A. Marine surroundingsB. Harbour BridgeC. Dolphin WatchingD. Adventurous activities3. Which of the following is true according to the advertisement?A. All the tours are available every dayB. Sydney city has the most landmarks and attractions in the worldC. Children 10 years and under are not permitted on Blue Mountains ToursD. All the tours are charged and designed only for adventuresBIt was a cold night in Washington, D. C., and I was heading back to the hotel when a man approached me. he asked if I would give him some money so he could get something to eat. I’d read the signs in the hotel: ―Don’t give money to beggars.‖ So I shook my head and kept walking.The incident bothered me for the rest of the week. I had money in my pocket and it wouldn't have killed me to hand over a dollar or two even if he had been lying. Back home, I started to write my weekly garden column for The Anchorage Daily News. All of a sudden, I thought of Bean’s Café, the soup kitchen in Anchorage, which feeds hundreds of hungry Alaskans every day. why not try to get all my readers to plant a row of vegetables in their gardens and donate them to Bean’s Cafe?In April 1995, the Garden Writers Association of America held their annual meeting in Anchorage and after learning of Anchorage’s program, Plant a Row for Bean's became Plant a Row For The Hungry. The original idea was to have every member of the Garden Writers Association of America write or talk about planting a row for the hungry sometime during the month of April.Garden editor Joan Jackson, backed by The San Jose Mercury News and California’s nearly year-round growing season, raised more than 30,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables the first year, and showed how the program could really work. Today program continues to boom and grow.4. Why didn’t the writer give money to the man?A. Because he was afraid that the man was a liarB. Because he had no money on him at that timeC. Because he was in a hurry to get back to his hotelD. Because he didn’t know that man5. What inspired the writer to think of the program to help the poor?A. A beggarB. A hotelC. the Garden Writers AssociationD. Bean’s Café6. How does the author feel about the effect of the Plan a Row program?A. It’s discouragingB. It’s satisfyingC. It’s doubtfulD. It’s challenging7. Which might be the best title of the passage?A. Everybody Can Make a Big Difference to the WorldB. A Campaign to Remove PovertyC. Plant a Row for the HungryD. How to Help People in NeedCBEIJIHG, Dec. 7 (Xinhua)---China has released evidence confirming Japanese troops’six-week campaign of slaughter in honour of the third National Memorial Day for Nanjing Massacre Victims on Dec. 13. Some of the records had never been seen by the public before.The Nanjing Massacre continues to haunt the country’s collective memory. For the survivors, their memories of that horrible winter will never fade. Luo Jin worked in a photo store at the time. One day he was asked by a Japanese officer to develop two rolls of film, among which he saw three photos showing Chinese people beheaded by Japanesesoldiers. Risking his life, Luo held on to these photos and hid them in a secret place. After the war, he passed them on to a military court in Nanjing.There is abundant evidence of the inhumane crime. Among the documents released were newspaper articles published after the massacre. One reported how the Japanese surrounded and slaughtered tens of thousands who they believed were Chinese soldiers. Another disclosed how Japanese military trucks rolled back and forth on bodies scattered along the river side.On its website, China’s State Archives Administration said the documents released were not just records of the past, but lessons for the future.The Nanjing Massacre documents are invaluable memories. They are of great value to recognize, oppose and stop inhumane, cruel and heartless acts, and to avoid human tragedies like the Nanjing Massacre from ever happening again. With these documents, we hope people will jointly oppose war, violence and shameless attempts to cover up the facts.8. The passage mainly talks about ___________.A. how the Nanjing Massacre happenedB. how the new evidence of the Nanjing Massacre was discoveredC. those who died in the Nanjing MassacreD. some evidence of the Nanjing Massacre has been released recently9. Which word has closest meaning to the underlined word ―disclosed‖?A. UncoveredB. DiscoveredC. DiscussedD. Displaced10. The following are the purposes of publishing the evidence of the Nanjing massacre Except _________.A. To prevent this kind of cruelty happening againB. To call on people to cherish peaceC. To arouse hate among Chinese against JapaneseD. To record the past and give a lesson to the future11. Where is the passage most probably taken from?A. A scientific reportB. A Tourist guideC. A novelD. A newspaperDNew research in monkeys may provide a clue about how the brain manages vast amounts of information and remembers what it needs.The researchers found that when monkeys were taught to remember computer clip art pictures, their brains reduced the level of detail by sorting the pictures into categories for recall, such as images that contained "people," "buildings," "flowers," and "animals." The categorizing cells were found in the hippocampus, an area of the brain that processes sensory information into memory. In the experiment each monkey was shown one clip art picture, and after a delay of one to 30 seconds, picked the original out of two to six different images to get a juice reward.By recording cell activity during hundreds of these trials in which the pictures were all different, the researchers noticed that certain cells were more active when the pictures contained similar features, such as images of people –but not other objects. They found that different cells coded images that fit different categories. The category cells grouped images based on common features – a strategy to improve memory. For example, the same cell responded to both tulips and daisies because they are both flowers."―While such categorization is a highly efficient memory process, it may also have a downside,‖ said DeadwylerPh.D., ― when the trials included more than one picture with people in it, instead of different images, the monkeys often confused the image with a picture of other people." So learning more about how the brain remembers could have far-reaching benefits. "If we can understand in advance how the brain works when decisions are made, we can predict when the brain will make a mistake, and correct it," said Tim Pons, Ph.D., "This finding about how large amounts of information are processed by the brain will help us to ultimately achieve that goal."12. The purpose of the experiments on monkeys is to find out _________.A. how the brain processes amounts of information into memoryB. the area of the brain that processes sensory information into memoryC. how the monkeys respond to different thingsD. what is the monkeys most likely to remember13. The research indicates numerous information can be remembered more easily by ________.A. remembering the detailsB. separating it into categoriesC. showing a lot of picturesD. remembering all features14. According to the research, which of the following images may confuse the monkeys?A. Books, toys and carsB. Plants, animals and peopleC. Tulips, daisies and rosesD. People, buildings and flowers15. What can we learn from the last paragraph?A. Further study on how the brain remembers has more benefitsB. Categorization is the best way to improve memoryC. We can predict when the brain will make a mistakeD. How the brain remembers has been found out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。
山东省青岛市2023-2024学年高三下学期期初检测英语模拟试题(含答案)
山东省青岛市2023-2024学年高三下学期期初检测英语模拟试题第I卷第一部分阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
ABen Miller is a British actor, as well as a productive writer for children. Here, he shares his favorite books.King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table by Roger Lancelyn GreenI loved reading when I was little. My parents were both English teachers, and our home was full of books. Dickens was a family favorite. But the book that really fired my imagination was King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table by Roger Lancelyn Green.Buy King Arthur and His Knight of the Round Table hereDiary of a Nobody by George and Weedon GrossmithI'm a fool for a classic, and I'm so glad I finally managed to finish Diary of a Nobody by George and Weedon Grossmith. Put simply, its the funniest book I've ever read, with text by George and illustrations by Weedon.Buy Diary of a Nobody hereExhalation by Ted ChiangIt's never too late to have your life changed by a book, and it happened to me again recently when I read Ted Chiang's collection Exhalation. Story of Your Life, one of the best in it, inspired the sci-fi alien visitation classic Arrival. I love that too, but each and every piece in Exhalation is its match in imagination.Buy Exhalation hereBen Miller's new book The Night We Got Stuck in a Story is available now.* This post contains some links, so we may earn a small amount of money when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.1. Who wrote the book Ben Miller considers the most amusing?A. Dickens.B. Roger Lancelyn Green.C. Ted Chiang.D. George and Weedon Grossmith.2. Which category does the book Exhalation most likely fall in?A. Fairy tale.B. Poetry.C. Science fiction.D. Comics.3. What's the main purpose of the text?A. To advertise some books.B. To attract new subscriptions.C. To recommend a famous actor.D. To share Miller's reading habits.BI’m a grandma in my 60s. In the spring of 2020, like the rest of the world, I spent a lot of time staring at a screen and that was when I first got into the world. I discovered that onscreen offerings were truly endless. From one r I learned how to plant my own vegetable garden. Someone else shared poetry from Robert Frost, wise sayings from Confucius, and a smattering (一知半解) of other philosophical viewpoints, all of which helped me through some dark days. Down the rabbit hole I went, scrolling for hours and hours, watching other people living their lives and giving me advice on how to live mine.As the months rolled by, turned my attention away from the hard reality of what was going on in the world. I subscribed to several channels and waited anxiously for new weekly offerings. I watched people reading poetry or painting by streams or looking out windows into snowy landscapes.I found all this calming. Such lovely scenery, such beautiful background music, and such pretty clothes they were wearing!At some point though, I got upset by these artistic and seemingly perfect lives. Who is filming them? I wondered. Do they rehearse or just act on the spot? Isn’t it cold, stepping through snow banks in dresses? The questions kept bothering me while forcing comparisons to my own somewhat more ordinary existence. I wanted to walk in a flowing dress through hilly green field filled with wildflowers! Instead, I was marching through my neighborhood’s city streets in mom jeans.In a moment of insight, I realized that I had a full and happy life, which although it wouldn’t win awards for perfection onscreen, suited me perfectly. I put my phone away and started paying attention to my own life instead of watching other people live theirs. I still like checking in once in a while. can be a rich source of entertainment and inspiration, but I’ve limited my exposure. I amcontent with the knowledge that my addiction to life onscreen has been replaced by life itself4. What can be learned about the author in the spring of 2020?A．She experienced some hard times.B．She taught others about gardening.C．She developed an interest in poetry.D．She shared her philosophical views online.5. What effect did have on the author according to paragraph 2?A．It made her more anxious. B．It improved her taste in art.C．It taught her to accept reality. D．It brought some comfort to her.6. How did the artistic lives presented on make the author feel?A．Desperate. B．Connected. C．Envious. D．Proud.7. What has the author decided to do in the end?A．Seek inspiration from . B．Stop using her phone in daily life.C．Focus on her own life instead of others’. D．Continue watching other people’s lives. CPhotosynthesis (光合作用) is a unique skill of green plants-they turn water and carbon dioxide into oxygen and food via sunlight. A group of Chinese scientists, however, "copied" the process on animals.To understand the new breakthrough, it is important to know how photosynthesis works. Plants take in carbon dioxide and water from the air and soil. Within the plant cell, the water is oxidized. This transforms the water into oxygen and the carbon dioxide into glucose (葡萄糖) .The plant then releases the oxygen back into the air and stores energy within the glucose molecules. In the study, the researchers from Zhejiang University developed an independent and controllable photosynthetic system, according to the study published in Nature in early December, 2022.They separated thylakoids(类囊体), a part of the cell where light reactions take place in plants, from young spinach (菠菜) leaves. The scientists then wrapped the thylakoids with the cover of animal cells, which made the implanted thylakoids more acceptable to foreign bodies. The mice used in the study were suffering from arthritis (关节炎) meaning cells in their cartilage had degenerated and could not be repaired by themselves. With the thylakoids implanted into the mice and exposed to light, the mice recovered. Their metabolism (新陈代谢) returned to normal.In arthritis, the patients usually have energy loss since fewer energy-carrying molecules are generated. The implant, however, can correct the imbalance by storing more energy via photosynthesis.The researchers also claimed that their tests would have medical usage. It can be used as part of solution for degenerative diseases because the natural photosynthesis system my repair cells. It may also delay the aging process in cells.The study showed an exciting achievement that opens up possibilities of metabolism engineering" commented one of the paper's reviewers Francisco Cejudo from the University of Seville in in, reported Xinhua.8. What is mainly mentioned in paragraph 2?A. The theory behind the experiment.B. The background of the experiment.C. The procedures of the experiment.D. The effects of the experiment.9. According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?A. A group of Chinese scientists copied the photosynthesis of animals on plants.B. The place in which the plant stores energy is thylakoids.C. The thylakoids wrapped by animal cells make itself accepted with ease by foreign bodies.D. This therapy has been used as part of the solution for degenerative diseases.10. What is the attitude of a commentator towards the existing studies about the study?A. Cautious.B. Approving.C. Doubtful.D. Uncertain.11. What is the passage mainly about?A. Effective Photosynthesis.B. Breakthroughs made by a group of Chinese scientists.C. Chinese scientists who copied Photosynthesis on animals.D. Chinese scientists copied Photosynthesis on animals.DGiven how valuable intelligence and automation are, we will continue to improve our technology if we are at all able to. At a certain point, we will build machines that are smarter than we are. Once we have machines that are smarter than we are, they will begin to improve themselves. The concern is really that we will build machines that are much more competent than we are. And the slightestdivergence between their goals and our own could destroy us.Just think about how we relate to ants. We don’t hate them. We don’t go out of our way to harm them. In fact, sometimes we take pains not to harm them. We step over them on the sidewalk. But whenever their presence seriously conflicts with one of our goals, we will kill them without hesitation. The concern is that we will one day build machines that, whether they’re conscious or not, could treat us with similar disregard.The bare fact is that we will continue to improve our intelligent machines. We have problems that we desperately need to solve. So we will do this, if we can. The train is already out of the station, and there’s no brake to pull. If we build machines that are more intelligent than we are, they will very likely develop in ways that we can’t imagine, and transcend us in ways that we can’t imagine.So imagine we hit upon a design of super intelligent AI that has no safety concerns. This machine would be the perfect labor-saving device. It can design the machine that can build then machine which can do any physical work, powered by sunlight, more or less for the cost of raw materials. So we’re talking about the end of human labor. We’re also talking about the end of most intellectual work. So what would apes like ourselves do in this circumstance?But the moment we admit that information processing is the source of intelligence, we have to admit that we are in the process of building some sort of god. Now would be a good time to make sure it’s a god we can live with.12. Why does the author mention ants in Paragraph 2?A. To compare intelligent machines to ants.B. To show improved machines will get away from us.C. To stress the presence of machines does conflict with our goals.D. To explain future intelligent machines could treat us without mercy13. What does the underlined word “transcend” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. DisableB. InspireC. DisappointD. Outpace14. How is the passage mainly developed?A. By making comparisons.B. By giving assumptions.C. By showing valid evidence.D. By analyzing statistics.15. Which of the following statements can best summarize the author’s viewpoint towards AI?A. Human beings will no doubt be destroyed by AI in the future.B. Super intelligent AI will put an end to human labor eventually.C. We should keep the development of AI within human’s control.D. Human beings should stop the development of super intelligent AI.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分,满分12.5分）根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。
2024届北京市东城区高三下学期英语模拟试题(一模)含答案
2024届北京市东城区高三下学期英语模拟试题（一模）本试卷共12页，共100分。
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第一部分知识运用(共两节，30分)第一节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B 、C 、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
I hadn't seen Anne in nearly 20 years since college,yet we could still party like old times.It was great to have her here, 1 our lives.yard.Ijob.Iting at the few blooms(花)left in my yard.I hadn't planted much after losing my job.It had been a 2 me.Justor me.Just when I thought I was done with thebitterness,it would all come rushing back and the 3 thing on my mind was flowers.“One of my hobbies is taking photos of 4 season.Iaid and steadied herself near the last rose of the season.I shrugged(耸肩),wondering why anyone would. 5 taking timeto look at a lowly rose.Suddenly a hot song rang from her cell phone."I set it to remind me to take my medicine,”she said calmly.“An 6 for medicine?"I laughed.“Are we that old?”softly.Thatrain,”she smiled.“I have been diagnosed with a rare cancer,a small tumor (肿块)no bigger than your fingernail,”she laughed softly.That was Anne—ever 7 .Even cancer was no more than joking about.So 8 that I was beyond words.Later next day,an e-mail filled with the flower photos popped up from Anne—clear beautiful.Shebeautiful.She had gotten past the anger,the pity and unfairness,taking one momentat a time and polishing it until it 9 .I shifted my eye to outside,and I had her flowers in full bloom.Actually,I always had them,but it was Anne who got me to really 10 them.1.A.saving B.watching C.sharing D.controlling2.A.normal B.new C.satisfying D.difficultst B.same C.only D.right4.A.yards B.flowers C.parties D.people5.A.bother B.avoid C.miss D.stop6.A.award B.order C.alarm D.idea7.A.optimistic B.attractive C.hard-working D.confident8.A.nervous B.shocked C.relaxed D.lucky9.A.ended B.failed C.shined D.fruited10.A.arrange B.trust C.colour D.appreciate第二节语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分)阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。
山东省泰安市2024学年高三下学期考前模拟考试英语试题含解析
山东省泰安市2024学年高三下学期考前模拟考试英语试题请考生注意：1．请用2B铅笔将选择题答案涂填在答题纸相应位置上，请用0．5毫米及以上黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将主观题的答案写在答题纸相应的答题区内。
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第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．It is global warming, rather than other factors, ___the extreme weather.A．that have led to B．which has causedC．which are causing D．that has led to2．A survey of the opinions of experts _________ that three hours of outdoor exercise a week ________ good for one’s health.A．show; are B．shows; isC．show; is D．shows; are3．—Could you tell me the____ of making such tasty cakes?— Well, I just follow the directons in the cookbook.A．feature B．plan C．cost D．trick4．The two girls are getting on very well and share _______ with each other.A．little B．much C．some D．none5．— Tell me something about his match in Sydney.— Well，he got the championship，we had expected.He made it at last.A．as B．what C．why D．how6．Ever since the new park was opened to the public last month, I ______ a walk in it every morning.A．am taking B．takeC．have taken D．have been taking7．Not until _________________ the better qualities in ourselves ____________ expect to find them in others.A．have we developed; can weB．we have developed; that can weC．we have developed; can weD．can we develop; that we will8．We all agree that it is good to help those in need, but when ______ comes to giving away our money, things become strange.A．that B．this C．it D．one9．The part in the film Rio _______ the two birds escaped from the crashing plane made some of the audience give a cry. A．which B．who C．where D．whom10．Acceptance is not about liking a situation. It is about acknowledging all that has been lost and ________ to live withthat loss.A．learning B．learnedC．to learn D．having learned11．The security judge was very _________ when she explained that the driving licence was necessary for her work . A．reasonable B．natural C．ridiculous D．available12．The fellow we spoke ________ no comment at first.A．to make B．to madeC．made D．to making13．The picture looks good ____ the white wall.A．with B．to C．against D．beyond14．As is often the case, there are always some obstacles in the way，something ________ before we realize the real goal of education.A．to be got through B．got throughC．getting through D．having been got through15．—How are you getting along with your German, Kate？—Oh, Mr．Black, I’m so tired of it．Maybe I should drop out _____ it kills me．A．when B．after C．while D．before16．—May I use your new dictionary?—It' s over there．____．A．Feel free B．Never mind C．My pleasure D．It's OK17．Taking online reading into consideration, we can challenge the assumption ____ reading for pleasure continues to decrease.A．whether B．that C．where D．when18．The high-anxiety focus on reading score may have narrowed student________to knowledge about the world that can improve their reading.A．idea B．aid C．belief D．access19．-- Did Jim come?-- I don’t know. He _______ while I was out.A．might have come B．might comeC．must have come D．should have come20．– Where did you get to know her?-- It was on the farm ___ we worked.A．that B．there C．which D．where第二部分阅读理解（满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
2024山西省太原市高三年下学期三模英语试题及答案
太原市2024年高三年级模拟考试（三）英语试卷（考试时间：。
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例：How much is the shirt?A.£19.15.B.£9.18.C.£9.15.答案是C1. What does the woman advise the man to do?A. Get off the bus.B.Ask the passenger.C. Check the schedule.2.Where are the speakers probably?A.In a cinema.B.In a restaurant.C.In a supermarket.3. What was difficult for the man?A.Waiting to get help.B.Driving in the snow.C. Finding a parking place.4.What are the speakers mainly talking about?A.A club.B.Asong.C.A video.5. What does the man mean?A. He plans to revisit Yellowstone.B.He doesn't think the visit is good.C.He agrees with the woman's opinion.。
2024届天津市高三下学期高考英语第二次模拟考试试题(含答案)
2024届天津市高三下学期高考英语第二次模拟考试试题第I 卷(选择题共95分)第一部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分45分)第一节：单项填空(共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分)从A 、B 、C 、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
1.—I'm afraid I can't climb to the top of the mountain.I am really exhausted now. —.There is only one third of the journey left.A.GoB.Take B.Take caree onD.All right2.The headmaster blamed the naughty student caught __flowers in the garden.A.toB.pickingking B.pickingC.toC.to pickD.to have picked3.On the exhibition,visitors could not only enjoy looking at the robots,they could also interact with them ,such as playing chess and table tennis.A.appropriatelyB.modestlyC.essentiallyD.literally4.As a physician during the Han Dynasty,Hua Tuo is often with being the first in China to use anesthesia (麻醉)during surgcry.A.presentedB.referredC.creditedD.promoted5.—Did you have a wonderful time in the Palacc Muscum yesterday?—Not really.Some parts of it so l had no chance to see its whole appearance.A.were being rebuiltB.were rebuiltC.had been rebuiltD.have been rebuilt6.On arriving in Athens from Marathon,the messenger whose legs c ollapsed on the spot,told the victory news and entirely exhausted himself.A.Ieft outB.gave outC.held outD.turned out7.—Why are you in such a hurry?—Because the train at 10:00 am,and there is almost no time left.A.leftB.shall leaveC.has lefiD.leaves8.Although written more than a century ago,Mark Twain's novels are still t oday.A.relevantB.likelyC.harmoniousD.sufficient9.It is the way_you apply your body language to your address that greatly determines whether the listeners are engaged and convinced.A.howB.thatC.whichD.where10.—Sorry,Tony.I'm too busy to attend the meeting this Saturday.—Well,you attend it if you truly can't re the time.A.shouldn'tB.needn'tC.can'tD.mustn't11.A variety of applications with filters in allow users to soften wrinkles oradjustthe size and shape of their facial features.A.to buildB.buildingC.builtD.having been built12.The car's has improved a lot since a new engine has been applied to it.A.appearanceB.characterC.performanceD.substance13.With my father's guidance and encouragement,I learned how to ride a bike I knewit.A.whenB.until C,as D.before14.Lily wants to read this science fiction as well,so when you ,please give it to her.A.have finishedB.will finishC.are finishingD.finished15.What is most extraordinary about the complex structures of Maya civilization isthey were built without the use of wheels,metal tools or even animal power. A.why B.how C,where D,when第二节：完形填空(共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
河南省开封市2023届高三下学期第三次模拟考试英语试卷(含答案)
河南省开封市2023届高三下学期第三次模拟考试英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解The Pathway and River Cleanup is a yearly event involving thousands of volunteers who generously donate their time to help clean up Calgary.The 2022 Pathway and River Cleanup will take place from September 9 to September 11, 2022.Volunteer RegistrationTo volunteer for the Pathway and River Cleanup, you must be:* 12 years or older.*Accompanied by a parent or guardian (if you're between 12 and 17 years old).*Able to commit to three hours of cleanup on one of the three event days.You are encouraged to register as a group (minimum 10 people) with a designated leader. If you do not have a group, you can join a team led by Calgary Parks staff.V olunteers may request a specific cleanup location at the time of registration. We will do our best to satisfy specific location requests. If you do not have a preferred cleanup location, one will be assigned to you.Remember to register online. Registration in person is not accepted.Group leadersEach group must have a designated leader. New group leaders are required to attend a one-hour, online orientation session. Returning group leaders must attend the orientation session every three years but must complete yearly online training.Group leaders will be responsible for:*Conducting a group member orientation session before event day to provide safety training.*Ensuring the safe and effective cleanup of the designated cleanup area. Risks will be minimized as much as possible. However, volunteers may come in contact with rocky shorelines, sharp items and illegal campsites.If you have any questions about volunteering for the Pathway and River Cleanup, contact 311.1、What can volunteers choose according to their preference?A.The way to register.B.The cleanup locations.C. The rewards for their efforts.D.The length of their volunteering time.2、What is required of new group leaders?A. Organizing a group of at most 10 people.B. Joining a team led by Calgary Parks staff.C.Taking part in a one-hour online training.D. Working with returning group leaders for a year.3、Which of the following is a duty of group leaders?A.Reporting illegal campsites to staff.B. Giving group members safety training.C.Mapping rocky shorelines ahead of time.D. Cleanig up Sharpe items at locations in advance.Throughout my childhood, I constantly dreamed of being an only child-having no one around to fight with, to share with, to grab the remote control away from me in the middle of a “big game.” But I have an elder sister, whom I have always called “Kicki,” instead of her real name Christie, because I used to have trouble pronouncing the “r” and “s”.I started playing basketball in primary school. My dad was the coach of my team, and my mom kept score. So my sister, not old enough to stay home alone, was forced to come to all my games. I remember looking toward the stands for my mother's approval and seeing my sister's face, confused. It was obvious that she wasn't excited, but she cheered along with the crowd anyway.On the car ride home, my parents and I would relive the game. My sister sat in the back seat with me in silence, not knowing how or when to enter the conversation. Often, she would say, “Good game, Brad.” I wo uld smile and thank her but never took it seriously. She couldn't possibly know whether I had played well or not.It wasn't until I reached high school that I realized how popular she was, and I was referred to as “Christie's little brother.” I played bask etball in high school, and although Christie wasn't forced to attend my games anymore, she still came to cheer me every week. In the last game of the last season, she came with a large group of friends. Printed on her shirt, in big bright red letters, were the words “BRAD'S SISTER.” Suddenly I was embarrassed, not for her presence, but for my previous attitude to her praise.Kicki left for college after that game. I finally have the remote control all to myself. However, watching TV alone has turned out to be boring. I went to visit her at college duringa weekend, and as I stood outside her dorm, waiting for her to come out, a friend of hers whom I didn't know walked past me and asked, “Hey, aren't you Christie's brother?” I smiled broadly and said proudly, “Yeah, I am. I'm Christie's brother.”4、How did Brad feel about being an only child when he was young?A.Boring.B.Awesome.C.Tough.D.Awful.5、Why did Christie go to Brad's games when he was in primary school?A.She hoped to know more about Brad.B. She was interested in basketball games.C.She was too young to be left alone at home.D. She wanted to spend more time with her family.6、Why did Brad feel embarrassed according to the last but one paragraph?A.He treated Christie's praise lightly before.B.He forgot Christie's presence at his last game.C. He saw the big bright red letters on Christi's shirt.D.He received unwanted attention from Christie's friends.7、What can be inferred about Christie?A.She was proud of Brad.B. She didn't like watching TV.C.She enjoyed Brd's calling her Kicki.D.She seldom went home during college.Researchers from Texas A&M University have developed a new bioremediation technology（生物整治技术）using plant-based material and fungi（真菌）that could clean up per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances.Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substance, also called “forever chemicals” or PFAS, are found in soil, water, and even human and animal blood and may be harmful to humans and other species. They are found just about everywhere, from food wrappers to clothing. These chemicals may affect the immune system and may cause liver damage. Extremely high exposures to PFAS may also be linked to cancer.“PFAS do not degrade easily in the environment and are poisonous even in a very low concentration,” said Susie Dai, associate professor from Texas A&M. “They must be removed and destroyed to prevent human exposure and negative impacts on the ecosystem. PFAS are so stable and they can occur in water in a very low concentration and you have to concentrate them and then destroy them.”The only way to actually get rid of these “forever chemicals” is by burning them, which is a long and expensive process. But Texas A&M researchers have found a new way to use a plant-based material that adsorbs the pollutants. As explained by ScienceDirect, adsorption is “The use of solids for removing substances from either gas or liquid.” The adsorbent material is then consumed by microbial fungi. The team recently published their findings for the process framework, which they call RAPIMER, in Nature.“The plant's cell wall material serves as a framework to adsorb the PFAS,” Dai explained. “Then this material and the adsorbed chemical serve as food for a microbial fungus. Then it's gone, and you don't have the disposal problem.”This sustainable PFAS clean-up system could be mass-produced for commercial use, leading to a better way to remove these chemical pollutants from the environment. It could also come in handy as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency considers creating PFAS thresholds（阈值） to its water quality standards.8、What is mainly talked about in paragraph 2?A.PFAS's existing forms.B.PFAS's doubtful origins.C. PFAS's potential dangers.D.PFAS's wide applications.9、What did Susie Dai say about PFAS?A.They are unstable.B.They degrade easily in the environment.C.They survive longer in water than in the air.D. They are poisonous even in a low concentration.10、What happens after the plant-based material adsorbs the pollutants?A.The material gets eaten.B. The material becomes solid.C.The material falls into small pieces.D.The material goes on to adsorb fungi.11、What is the author's attitude towards the plant-based material?A.Indifferent.B.Worried.C.Positive.D.Reserved.ever a concern for growers of plants currently grown inside large greenhouses. Vegetables are increasingly being grown indoors, using an advanced form of growing called controlled environment agriculture, a method that has the potential to help feed the planet, even while it threatens to further warm it.Controlled environment agriculture has many advantages. Crops are not subject to unexpected extreme weather. Furthermore, these greenhouses can produce more food withfewer pesticides and less water. With computer-controlled temperatures and nutrients, the plants grow with less water and produce much higher yields. Above all, the produce can be bred for flavor, instead of for tolerance to heat, rain and long-distance transportation.The carbon footprint of any given greenhouse tomato can vary quite a bit depending on energy sources, surrounding temperatures and natural light. But various studies have estimated that, on average, the production of a pound of tomatoes in an American or northern European greenhouse releases 3 to 3.5 pounds of carbon into the atmosphere. That is about 6 times the caron footprint of a field tomato, even taking into account the emissions from refrigerated trucks that often transport field vegetables hundreds or even thousands of miles to reach consumers. Greenhouses, by contrast, can be built near major population centers.Nevertheless, in a rapidly warming world, should we be increasing agriculture's contribution by moving some of it i ndoors? “We have little choice,” say advocates. “With the global population expected to grow by 25 percent to nearly 10 billion people by 2050, food production will need to increase by 60 percent to 100 percent. With freshwater supplies and land suitable for farming decreasing, and droughts getting worse due to climate change, where will this additional food come from?”12、What does the underlined part “a big change” in paragraph 1 refer to?A.The rapid increase of population.B. The threatens of warming the planet.C.The way to deal with natural disasters.D. The tendency to grow vegetables indoors.13、What does controlled environment agriculture mainly focus on?A.Making crops taste good.B.Planting crops with less water.C.Growing crops in extreme weather.D.Transporting crops from a long distance.14、What do we know about American greenhouse tomatoes?A.They are not high-yielding crops.B.They are not really environmentally friendly.C.They are grown far from population centers.D.They are mainly exported to norther Europe.15、Which of the following statements may the advocates agree with?A. Greenhouse planting is a necessary temporizing measure.B. Greenhouse planting is tailored for small-population nations.C. Greenhouse planting can help spread the idea of healthy eating.D. Greenhouse planting should be stopped from warming the world.二、七选五16、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。
辽宁省名校2023届高三下学期第一次模拟考试英语试卷(含答案)
辽宁省名校2023届高三下学期第一次模拟考试英语试卷学校：___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、阅读理解Meet Ineredible Conservation Heroes Saving Wildlife from ExtinctionThese four conservationists are doing fantastic work to protect some highly threatened species in a world where many species are racing towards extinction.Elena BykovaIf not for the efforts of Elena Bykova, the saiga antelope(赛加羚羊) would have been extinct by now. As Executive Secretary of the Saiga Conservation Alliance, an international organization, Bykova works to save the antelope. Illegal hunting is the single biggest threat, and Bykova concentrates on raising public awareness of the danger, finding alternative livelihood(生计) opportunities for local communities, and protecting saiga habitats.Anne SavageDr. Savage founds a conservation program to protect cotton-top tamarins(棉顶狨猴). She pioneers the development of new technologies to study the animal in the Colombian forest. She also helps conduct a study that found only 7,500 individuals remained. As a result, the International Union for Conservation of Natureadjusted the classification of cotton tops from Endangered to Critically Endangered, bringing the species to more people's notice. Jeanne TarrantFrogs are astonishingly diverse and beautiful for Dr. Tarrant. Over the years, she has helped put the spotlight on many highly threatened species of frogs that face extinction due to habitat loss, climate change, and hunts by their animal enemies. No wonder she is called the "Frog Lady" of South Africa!Marilyn ConnellLiving only in the Mary River of Queensland, the Mary Riverturtle(龟) takes in oxygen in two ways. Being hunted by other wildlife is the Mary River turtle's biggest threat. Connell and her team investigate the threats to the species and take measures to protect the eggs and newborns from being hunted, ensuring the species has a bright future.1、What contribution does Elena Bykova make to protect the saiga antelopeA. She makes no efforts to protect the species.B. She punishes the behavior of illegal hunting.C. She establishes an international organization.D. She helps the locals change the means of making a living.2、What made cotton-top tamarins get more public attentionA. The efforts made in the research.B.The change of their risk category.C. The development of new technologies.D. The foundation of the conservation program.3、What endangers the survival of both frogs and the Mary Ríver turtlesA. Loss of their habitats.B. Trouble in reproduction.C.Threat from other wildlifeD. Action of human beings.When Emanuel received an email from Professor Richard English at Queen's University, who encouraged him to apply for a PhD in Politics in Belfast, it was a pinch-me moment Emanuel never thought would be possible. After all, just a few short years ago, he was living on the streets, couch-surfing at friends' houses and weeding gardens to make ends meet. Now, one of the world's leading political academics was preparing to welcome him to Queen's University over 4,000 miles away.Emanuel never knew who his father was and his mom was mentally ill when she gave birth to him, so the hospital took him off her and he was unofficially adopted for the first few years of his life. What followed was a childhood with uncertainty as Emanuel was passed between the adoption system and family members.Through his high school and community college years, he movedfrom house to house, living with friends at times and living on the streets at others.Determined to change all that despite his rocky start in life, Emanuel involved himself in school—doing everything he could to earn extra tuition(学费) money in his spare time. But getting accepted into university was scarcely possible because a person like him couldn't get a regular student loan.Fortunately, the government backed him, having created a policy allowing disadvantaged persons to access funding for higher education. He graduated from the University of the West Indies with a 1st Class Honors degree and went on to do his Masters. Emanuel knows that his story could have been very different."I discovered Professor Richard English online and sent him an email honestly, not thinking he would reply and to my surprise, he did. I applied for the highly competitive Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme in order to fund my research at Queen's. When I was told I was successful, my whole world changed."4、What does the underlined word "pinch-me" in Paragraph 1 probably meanA.Imaginary.B. Anticipated.C. Unbelievable.D.Embarrassing.5、What happened to Emanuel in his childhoodA.His father passed away early.B. He received great parental care.C. He was once adopted by his relátives.D. He lived with his friends now and then.6、Which of the following can best describe EmanuelA.Tough and strong-willed.B. Determined and talented.C.Enthusiastic and generous.D. Hardworking and attractive.7、What is the main idea the author wants to convey to usA. Well begun is half done.B. Never judge by appearances.C.Many hands make light work.D. You are the architect of your own life.The next time San Francisco residents stop a taxi, they may step into a car with no one behind the wheel. Driverless taxis are now allowed to come on the city's streets. On June 2, 2022, Cruise, a division of General Motors (GM), was approved to charge for rides in its self-driving cars, becoming the first company allowed to operate commercial driverless cars in a major US city.Though Cruise is regarding it as a big win, its self-driving cars aren't totally free to run on the streets of San Francisco as they please. Cruise vehicles will be limited to transporting passengers in less crowded areas of the city between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. The speed limit is 30 mph. They are also not allowed to operate in heavy rain or fog. The rules are meant to reduce any injuries oraccidents.Cruise plans to launch the service gradually with a team of just 30 cars. The first robotaxis will be improved versions of GM's Chevrolet Bolt. However, the company is seeking approval to get its custom-built Cruise Origin on public roads. The driverless electric vehicle has no wheels or pedals(踏板) and can attain highway speeds. The car consists mostly of a sitting space, where passengers can face each other.Cruise's ability to obtain the commercial permit to operate is a big step forward. However, the company still has to convince passengers that its technology is safe. Many remain concerned about safety. A 2021 survey by the American Automobile Association found that 74 percent of Americans are afraid to ride in a self-driving vehicle.It remains to be seen how the new driverless taxi experiment will play out in San Francisco. But based on the vast number of companies that are racing to develop self-driving vehicles and the tens of thousands of people on waitlists for robotaxi rides, the Cruise pioneering program is at least set for popularity, if not success.8、What can we learn about the Cruise's driverless ride servicesA. The services have turned out to be a great success.B. The services receive great support from the public.C. The services have run in some major cities of the USA.D. The services are limited to some regions of San Francisco.9、What does the author describe in detail in paragraph 3A. The feature of Cruise Origin.B. The future of self-driving cars.C.The original plan of the company.D. The new version of Chevrolet Bolt.10、What is the attitude of most Americans towards the self-driving taxisA. Doubtful.B. Opposed.C.Favourable.D.Unconcerned.11、What can be the best title of the textA. Cruise Offers Free Self-driving Ride ServicesB. Self-driving Cars Are Coming to San FranciscoC. Self-driving Vehicles Are Popular in Major CitiesD. Companies Begin to Charge for Rides in Self-driving Cars Professional courses, such as Masters in International Business or MIB, have been taken by many students in the last two decades. They are choosing new- age unconventional courses that guarantee a better future. MIB is a specialized course that teaches the international business. There are solid reasons for so much popularity of MIB course.The course content and teaching methods of MIB differ from anormal MBA or Master of Business Administration. It has been designed with the objective of developing professionals with anin-depth understanding and knowledge of the international trade. The course offers various advantages over the conventional MBA degree course.The massive increase in the international business and foreign trade gives excellent job prospects to the new generation. Acquiring a degree of MIB offers outstanding growth of job opportunities. Those who want to pursue in the field of marketing also have a good future after completing the degree from a MIB college with a good reputation. Big multinational organizations look for talented people who can handle the job of International Marketing Manage, and people with MIB degrees are preferred. The job needs an in- depth understanding of the overseas markets, because it is the strategic post from the aspect of company's international business growth.Since business finance and economics are covered at length in the courses of MIB, students have great job offers in the field of finance as well. Typically, organizations offer the position of international finance controllers to those who complete MIB with the specialization of finance. The specialization covers aspects of international taxes, accounts, budgeting and so on. People in thisfield are well-paid, and growth prospects are unlimited. After completing degree course from a reputed MIB college, there is a good opportunity in the banking and finance field as well. International banks appoint people who have an excellent grasp over the international banking policies, currency exchange, and international policies. Thus, MIB is the golden key to success with brilliant job opportunities in national and multinational areas.12、How is the second paragraph mainly developedA.By analyzing causes.B. By proving definition.C.By making comparisons.D. By providing examples.13、Why do more and more people intend to acquire a degree of MIBA. It is required in the colleges.B. It contributes to great job offers.C. It appeals to most of the graduates.D. It helps to start up one's own business.14、What can we learn from the last paragraphA. People earn more in business field than in finance field.B. The international finance controller is a high-quality job.C. MIB holders are more promising in all careers than others.D. International banks only accept employees from MIB colleges.15、What's the writer's purpose of writing this articleA. To predict the future trend of the MIB course.B. To describe the development of the MIB course.C. To promote the professional MIB course worldwide.D.To explain why the MIB course is gaining popularity.二、七选五16、Chinese people may not be that familiar with sports tourism, but it is one of the fastest growing parts of tourism, because an increasing number of people are expressing their curiosity in sports events during their trips even if sports are not the key reason of their travel. ①_____Sports tourism refers to tourism involving participation in or watching sports events and staying in an environment different from the usual tourist hotels or resorts. ②_____ At that time, people traveled to Olympia to watch or participate in Olympic races. Modern sports tourism, on the other hand, surfaced in the 1990s.③_____ There is also a lack of research to study its true potential. However, given that Chinese authorities attach great importance to people's health, sports tourism, in many ways, can meet people's demand for both leisure and physical activity.Rural tourism, one kind of sports tourism, which consists of fishing, hiking, horse riding and other outdoor activities, is expanding quickly. This form of tourism has been attracting many tourists.④_____Sports tourism is a booming industry today, with an annual growth rate of about 15 percent globally. ⑤_____ The rapid growth of sports tourism will help meet people's leisure needs and boost the high-quality development in China.A. It plays a vital role in rural construction.B. People are paying more attention to safety in travel.C. But sports tourism is still an emerging area in China.D. However, this area has long drawn people's attention in China.E. The origin of sports tourism can be traced back to Ancient Greece.F. In China, however, the growth rate is 30-40 percent despite a slow start.G. Marathons, hiking, cycling and camping fall in the area of sports tourism.三、完形填空（15空）My friendship with the students in a primary school in Uganda started on a shaky ground. The 1 of not being understood was hidden within, for they spoke a language different from that of mine and mine too fell on 2 ears.I greeted them with a broad smile, and they replied with ice cold 3 when I spoke further. A 4 echoed in my mind: you must live through it to get to them. So I gave it another try. I spoke 5 Englishwith hand gestures and a bit of dancing. If all failed, the smile would 6 . Soon we picked up and then the 7 of the learners came into play. At the mention of a name, reddish cheeks and shaking voices were the response I got. I decided to 8 a desk with a team each day during group work to get closer. Alter school, I 9 them home.10 , we became friends. They were even aware of my favorite fruit, avocado(牛油果). If I didn't get one on my desk, it would 11 me wherever I was. My slippers were 12 . One night I left them out as no one could steal a pair of slippers in that state. The next morning, I was ready to drag my slippers on as usual and I was surprised they had been 13 . Wow!The little things we do for each other bring us great joy and 14 . We don't have a proper spoken language, but we are fluent in the language of 15 .17、A. anger B. fear C. desire D. belief18、A. sharp B. all C. deaf D. long19、A. agreement B. blame C. comment D. silence20、A. reminder B. doubt C. confusion D. relief21、A. simple B. official C.academic D. unusual22、A. turn up B. break off C. take over D. fade away23、A. shyness B. laziness C. loneliness D. calmness24、A. clear B. share C. search D. exchange25、A. prevented B. forced C. allowed D. accompanied26、A. Suddenly B. Obviously C. Accidentally D. Gradually27、A. miss B. find C. refuse D. leave28、A. carried out B. put out C. made out D. worn out29、A. packed B. cleaned C. repaired D. abandoned30、A. freedom B.warmth C. chance D. challenge31、A. sympathy B. admiration C. friendship D. confidence四、短文填空32、Perhaps knitting our brows, setting our jaws, and narrowing our eyes into a serious, focused or determined ①_____(face) expression can help us perform better and ease the stress. Game face, a look of great determination on the face of a game player, accounts ②_____ that.③_____(prove) game face could really help people handle physical or mental challenges, expert Richesin with several④_____(colleague) did some research. They designed two tests, both of ⑤_____ were simple to carry out. For the first, they asked 62 people to put hands in ice-cold water for a few minutes. The second experiment required participants to figure out ⑥_____ puzzle.For each experiment, the participants ⑦_____(divide) in half. Onegroup were told to keep their expressions serious and determined. The other group were allowed to let their faces do whatever their faces felt like ⑧_____(do) in the moment.What was the result The game face" crowd, not only performed, on average, about 20% better, but also recovered from stress more⑨_____(effective)."This will give us a better understanding of the benefits⑩_____(provide) by making a game face," Richesin said in a release.五、书面表达33、你校英语报“英语沙龙”栏目正在征稿,主题为“我最喜爱的课外活动”,请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:1.活动介绍;2.说明理由;3.个人收获。
湖南省常德市2022-2023学年高三下学期模拟考试英语试题含答案
2023年常德市高三年级模拟考试英语（答案在最后）本试卷分为四个部分, 共12页。
时量120分钟。
满分150分。
第一部分听力（共两节, 满分30分）做题时, 先将答案标在试卷上, 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。
听完每段对话后, 你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt？A. £19. 15B. £9. 18C. £9. 15答案是C。
1. What does Lily think of the new theater?A. It's satisfactory.B. It's disappointing.C. It's comfortable.2. What is the man probably doing now?A. He's changing the bulb.B. He's mending the desk.C. He's dancing on the desk.3. Where is the woman going to tonight?A. To a cinema.B. To Maggie's house.C. To a restaurant.4. What are the speaker stalking aboutA. A parkB. The speakers’ officeC. Shirly's new home.5. What is probably the man?A. A waiter.B. A shop assistant.C. A librarian.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。
2024届山西省高三下学期高考英语模拟试题(含答案)
2024届山西省高三下学期高考英语模拟试题一、阅读理解1、New York City has many remarkable parks and open ces that are perfect for hanging out in warm weather. Here are four of our favorite places to take a scenic walk, plus where to eat nearby.Louis Valentino, Jr. ParkDon’t let all of the factories fool you — Louis Valentino, Jr. Park has the best view of the Statue of Liberty. When you get hungry, stop by Red Hook Lobster Pound for mayo-coated lobster (龙虾). Sit at one of the cafe’s first come, first served outdoor tables, or eat on the waterfront.Riverside ParkStretching 4 miles from 72nd to 158th St, Riverside Park is perfect for hanging out along the Hudson River, enjoying beautiful views of New Jersey. If walking the whole way isn’t your thing, there’s a bike path too. Daily Provisions offers fantastic sandwich choices, like juicy chicken and smoked bacon.Central ParkThere are many reasons to walk through Central Park this spring: historic landmarks, great bird watching spots, and hanging out with friends. And while these are enjoyable activities, they’re even better with a pastrami sandwich from Pastrami Queen.Ridgewood ReservoirAt Ridgewood Reservoir, you’ll find an easy hiking spot with a peaceful nature preserve and skyline views of Manhattan. After hiking, head to Rolo’s for various sandwich options. It has outdoor tables but no heaters, so you can take everything to go if it’s too cold out.【小题1】What is the best spot for enjoying views of the Statue of Liberty?【小题2】What makes Riverside Park an attractive destination?【小题3】Where is this article most likely sourced from?2、Charlie Jeffers, 17, a senior at Redwood High School in Marin County, Calif., has loved Lego since age 4. His room is full of Lego bricks. Noticing his friends start throwing away their old Lego collections, he hatched a plan. “Legos are pricey,” he noted. “Many can’t afford them.”He started collecting unwanted Lego parts from friends and neighbors, spreading the word through community notices and door-to-door visits.The response was surprising. Donations of old Lego sets poured in, propelling Jeffers to formalize his efforts under the banner of Pass the Bricks. Together with a dedicated team of volunteers, Jeffers and his teammates carefully clean, sort, and repurpose collected Lego pieces into imaginative sets. These sets, each with roughly 20 to 60 pieces, are carefully made to create scenes such as blind dates or family photoshoots. Since its start in 2020, Pass the Bricks has made a significant success. With over 3,000 sets donated to date, Jeffers and his team are driven by two purposes: to reduce landfill waste and to provide Legos to children who might otherwise go without. Jeffers stresses the educational value of Lego, emphasizing its capacity to inspire creativity and learning.Pass the Bricks has since expanded its reach nationwide, with volunteers in several states distributing sets to local charities. To ensure each set is presented with care, Jeffers uses donations and personal funds from his job at a gym to purchase affordable cardboard gift boxes online. These sets, accompanied by instructions and a photo of the finished product, are distributed to various organizations and directly to children at local schools.Despite his approaching to college, Jeffers remains devoted to his commitment to Pass the Bricks. He plans to continue and expand the initiative, driven by a desire to share the joy and educational benefits of Lego with as many children as possible. “We’re grateful to share them with the kids and families we serve,” Jeffers expresses. Reflecting on his own Lego-filled childhood, he acknowledges its profound influence. “I aim to provide others with the same chance,” he emphasizes, echoing his ongoing commitment to sharing the joy of Lego with all.【小题1】What is the primary purpose of Pass the Bricks?【小题2】Which best replaces the word “propelling” in paragraph 2?【小题3】How does Jeffers ensure that each set is presented with care?【小题4】What does Jeffers hope to achieve by continuing Pass the Bricks?3、If you’re lucky enough to live near forests, you’ll know that it’s cooler under the trees during hot mid-days. Even if you live in a city with more buildings than trees, visiting a local park or garden can help you stay cool.A study from the University of Surrey in the UK found that botanical gardens can make city air cooler by up to 5 degrees Celsius. Wetlands and rain gardens aren’t far behind, cooling the air by about 4.7 and 4.5 degrees Celsius. Trees along streets also help, lowering air temperatures by 3.8 degrees Celsius, while city parks can make it 3.2 degrees Celsius cooler.The paper notes that an air temperature of 40.3℃ (104.5℉) broke records in the UK on July 19, 2022. Some 62, 862 deaths were linked to summer heat across Europe in the same year, while the 2003 heatwave in Europe led to an economic loss of €16 billion due to drought and crop failures. According to the IPCC, “green and blue urban infrastructure (基础设施) elements, including parks, engineered greening projects, wetlands, green walls, and botanical gardens, are particularly effective in reducing air temperatures in cities”.We’ve already seen a number of architecture projects around the world employ large amounts of greenery to promote local cooling, along with beneficial landscaping. However, it’s important to recognize that there isn’t one simple solution to suit every site, and much will depend on effective planning.“Our paper confirms just how many ways there are to keep cool,” added Professor Maria de Fatima Andrade at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. "But it also reveals how much work is left to do. Institutions around the world need to invest in the right research-because what’s very clear from our study is that there is no universal solution. It depends on what works for your community.”【小题1】What can we conclude from the first two paragraphs?【小题2】Why does the author mention “Europe” in paragraph 3?【小题3】What does Professor Andrade emphasize about cooling solutions?【小题4】What might be a suitable title for the passage?4、 A team of scientists from the Center for Cognition and Sociality and the Data Science Group at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) made an exciting discovery about how computers and human brains work similarly when remembering things. They found out that the way artificial intelligence (AI) models, like those in smart robots, store memories is a lot like how our brain’s memory center, called the hippocampus (海马体), does it. This part of the brain is really important for feelings and memories.Understanding how AI learns and keeps information is key to making it smarter. The scientists looked into how our brains learn and remember by focusing on a special process involving the NMDA receptor, a critical part of the hippocampus. This receptor works like a smart door in our brain that helps with learning and remembering. It opens when certain brain chemicals are present, allowing the cell to receive signals and create memories. A specific element, magnesium, acts like a guard, only letting substances in under the right conditions.Interestingly, the team found that Transformer, a type of AI model, uses a similar “guarding”method to manage its memory. They wondered if they could make the Transformer’s memory better by copying the brain’s process. By adjusting some settings in the Transformer to mimic (模拟、模仿) the brain’s memory door, they improved its ability to remember things long-term, just like adjusting magnesium levels can affect how well we remember stuff.This discovery is a big deal because it shows we can use what we know about the brain to make AI smarter. C. Justin LEE, a neuroscience (神经学) director at the institute, mentioned that this research was a big step forward for both AI and brain science. It opens up new ways to understand how the brain works and to create more advanced AI based on these insights.So, in simple terms, scientists have figured out that computers can learn and remember in ways that are surprisingly similar to us, which could help make them even smarter in the future.【小题1】What does the term “NMDA receptor” in paragraph 2 most likely refer to?【小题2】What did the team discover about Transformer?【小题3】What is the significance of the research findings according to C. Justin LEE?【小题4】What is the main idea of the passage?5、How to Develop Critical Thinking SkillsThere’s no magic method to change your thinking processes. Improvement happens with small, intentional changes in your everyday habits until a more critical approach to thinking is automatic. Here are some tips for building stronger self-awareness and learning how to improve critical thinking:Be careful【小题1】. One of the key principles of critical thinking is asking questions and analyzing the available information. You might surprise yourself at what you find when you stop to think before taking action. Before making a decision, use evidence, logic, and reasoning to support your own opinions or challenge ideas. 【小题2】.Ask open-ended questions“Yes” or “no” questions invite agreement rather than reflection. 【小题3】. Digging deeper can help you identify potential biases, uncover assumptions, and arrive at new possible solutions.Learn to be quietActive listening is the intentional practice of concentrating on a conversation partner instead of your own thoughts. 【小题4】. If you’re brainstorming with your team or having a 1:1 with a coworker, listen, ask clarifying questions, and work to understand other people’s viewpoints. This will help you find weaknesses in arguments for better solutions.Put it downRecording your thoughts with pen and paper can lead to stronger brain activity than typing them out on a keyboard. If you’re stuck and want to think more critically about a problem, writing your ideas can help you process information more deeply. 【小题5】. Ideas are more likely to remain in the background of your mind, leading to deeper thinking that informs your decision-making process.二、完形填空6、One sunny afternoon, Lily found a lost kitten hiding behind a bush. It was mewing with tears. Lily’s heart melted (融化) at the . Without hesitation, she picked it up and held it in her . From that moment on, Lily and the kitten, whom she named Whiskers, became . They spent their days exploring the woods, running after butterflies, and even secrets. Lily would often read her favorite books aloud to Whiskers, who seemedto happily by her side.As the seasons and years passed, their bond onlygrew . Whiskers grew into a big cat, but his love for Lily remained firm. He was her constant friend, offering during her challenging times.One winter’s day, a heavy snowstorm swept through the town, leavingeverything in white. Lily, worried about Whiskers being out in the cold, searched for him. After hours of searching, she found him huddled (蜷缩) beneath a tree, his fur was in frost. With tears in her eyes, Lily gently picked up Whiskers and rushed him home. She him in a warm blanket, nestled him by the fireplace, and held him close. As they sat together, lying in the , Lily realized just how much Whiskers meant to her.From that day forward, Lily promised to always value thespecial they shared. Through thick and thin, they would stand by each other’s , their hearts forever intertwined in a bond of unconditional love and friendship.【小题1】【小题2】【小题3】【小题4】【小题5】【小题6】【小题7】【小题8】【小题9】【小题10】【小题11】【小题12】【小题13】【小题14】【小题15】三、语法填空7、阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
2024届山东省临沂市高三下学期第二次模拟考试(5月)英语试题及答案
2024年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（模拟）英语2024.5本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。
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第一部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
APet HotelsWhere to Board Your Pet During the Holiday?Here are a few comfortable pet hotels for you.Search for Pet Hotels in our app to find these listings on a map that have spaces available for the upcoming holidays.Remember to show your vaccination records in case pets are rejected.B&M pet HotelPrice per day:A cat,15dollars.Dog boarding rooms,from28to68dollars.Booking:Contact Golden Chen via call or WeChat(GoldenChen68)Animals allowed:Also welcomes rabbits,turtles,guinea pigs and more.Services:Dog training,and four daily walks for dogs.Someone’s PetPrice per day:A dog,from23to60dollars according to size.It is18dollars per cat,with an additional charge of 10dollars for each additional cat.Booking:Call150****6785/189****1594.Animals allowed:Both cats and dogs are welcome.Services:washing,grooming and pet beauty.Pet Bamboo MansionPrice per day:A cat,20dollars.For dogs,56dollars.Booking:Call135****1908or contact Buddy Dog via WeChat.Animals-allowed:Accommodate both cats and dogs.Services:For dogs,there are three walks per day,and swimming facilities.Offer a20-40%discount for reserving them,in advance.Cozy pet TownPrice per day:A cat,14dollars.A dog,ranging from20to34dollars depending on size.Booking:Add the owner on WeChat(CozyPetTown)Animals allowed:Only cats and dogsServices:Swimming,training,grooming.1.Which hotel offers the lowest price for three cats per day?A.B&M Pet Hotel.B.Someone’s Pet.C.Pet Bamboo Mansion.D.Cozy Pet Town.2.What is special about Pet Bamboo Mansion?A.It requires contact via call and WeChat.B.It has various rooms for dogs based on size.C.It offers dog walking and swimming facilities.D.It provides a preferential price for early booking.3.What do pet owners do to book a room at Cozy Pet Town?A.Call the owner directly.B.Visit the hotel in person.C.Contact the owner via WeChat.D.Book through the Pet Hotels app.BBill Bryson’s phenomenally popular books are a great success of amateur enthusiasm over scholarly expertise.In the highly reviewed Shakespeare(2007),he raced us through the playwright’s life and works in222pages;A Short History of Nearly Everything(2003)was his624-page analysis of“everything that has happened from the Big Bang to the rise of civilisation”—and it remains the best-selling science book of the21st century so far.Can he make it again with A Really Short Journey Through the Body,which promises us a“head to toe”tour in138pages?In his books for adult readers,Bryson’s success has lain in an ability to turn vast,complex subjects into an easy and pleasant narrative,filled with tiny facts and odd stories.His latest book,which follows his adult title The Body (2020),is aimed at children as young as eight,for whom this proven writing style works well.“No doubt about it,the human body is a truly remarkable thing,”Bryson writes,and it’s the remarkable facts that interest him the most.Did you know that you blink14,000times a day?Or that it takes seven billion billion billion atoms to make you?And that if you formed all your DNA into a single line,it would reach10billion miles across the solar system?Fresh doctors might find some of the entries frustratingly brief.The tongue,for example,receives only a paragraph,while,a chapter,entitled‘Poo and Farts’,is relatively detailed:“In your life,you’ll probably poo the weight of5cars but you’ll have eaten the weight of60.So that’s not a terrible result.”Biology books can be heavy weather;but Bryson’s skill,as ever,is to turn the story of the human body into a thoroughly digestible read.4.What do Bryson’s latest book and The Body(2020)have in common?A.They are easy to read.B.They are both about physics.C.They are intended for adults.D.They are both best-selling books.5.What is the purpose of Paragraph3?A.To analyze the structure of the book.B.To illustrate the attraction of the book.C.To show the scientific value of the book.D.To display the main contents of the book.6.What does the underlined phrase“heavy weather”mean in the last paragraph?A.Packed with facts.B.Weather-related.C.Hard to understand.D.Popular and readable.7.What is the text?A.An introduction to a book.B.An essay on biology.C.A news report on science.D.A biography of a writer.CStrategically adding weak points along microscopic chains called polymers(高分子聚合物)actually makes them harder to tear,researchers report in the June23Science.Polymers are used in car tires,and therefore the findings could help reduce plastic pollution as tires wear down over time.When tires rub against the road,they drop microplastics of rubber and plastic polymers,which pollute waterways and air.Every year,tires release an estimated6million metric tons of these microplastics into environment.Stronger polymers that break apart less easily could limit the amount of particles shed annually.To make such tough materials,Stephen Craig,a chemist at Duke University,and colleagues added molecules called cross-linkers to the polymers.These cross-linkers connected these polymer chains to their many neighbors,and they were specifically designed to break apart easily.At the microscopic scale,the polymers act like a tangle(乱团)of spaghetti with the cross-linkers holding them all together and helping them keep their shape,says Craig’s collaborator Shu Wang,a chemist at MIT.When the team stretched the polymer spaghetti,the individual cross-linkers broke easily, as expected.But the larger tangle material required more force to break than they expected.The secret to the increased toughness lies in the path the tear has to take,Craig says.The tear goes through the easy-to-break cross-linkers rather than through the tougher polymer chains.Each broken connection follows the path of least resistance but avoiding the long polymer chains means breaking many cross-linkers,which requires more stretching force overall.This isn’t the first time researchers have used weak connectors to make polymers stronger.But unlike in similar materials,the increased toughness doesn’t come at the expense of other beneficial properties like stiffness(风度). Craig says he hopes the findings will help extend the lifetimes of car tires and plastics,potentially limiting annual microplastic pollution.8.What benefit does the new material bring?A.It meets the road standard.B.It weakens plastic polymers.C.It releases less microplastics.D.It reduces the cost of car tires.9.What can we know about the tangle material?A.It follows the pattern of spaghetti.B.It is designed to fall apart easily.C.The polymers help keep its shape.D.The larger tangle is harder to break.10.What is the primary factor that contributes to the increased toughness?A.The weakness of the cross-linker.B.The strength of the polymer chains.C.The number of the cross-linkers used.D.The path the tear takes through the material.11.What can we learn about the finding?A.It initially uses weak connectors.B.It sacrifices stiffness for toughness.C.It lengthens the lifespan of car tires.D.It removes annual microplastic pollution.DEver feel disconnected during a stressful event?That could be your brain protecting you.During traumatic(痛苦的)situations,people might experience an unexpected wave of emotional indifference or feel like they’ve separated from reality and are having an out-of-body experience.These symptoms of disconnect describe dissociation,a defense mechanism that separates threatening feelings and ideas from the rest of someone’s mind.But why do our minds sometimes dissociate when we’re experiencing stressful events?Typically,the sympathetic nervous system,which is responsible for our“fight or flight”response,activates when a person is in upcoming physical danger.Mammals,including humans,evolved to have this response,as it pushes them to survive by fighting or escaping from danger.Dissociation is another way the nervous system is ready to respond to trauma when fight or flight appears to be too dangerous or impossible.Dissociation can protect someone in the moment so that they are mentally separated from a situation causing physical pain,emotional pain or both.Oftentimes,victims of abuse report dissociation during the event or having foggy memories of an event after the fact due to dissociation.Nevertheless,problems can arise if people continue to dissociate even once they’re separated from the intense trauma,as opposed to relying on other coping mechanisms,for example,help from a professional.Many people who continue to dissociate often struggle with daily stress,like meeting work deadlines or speaking with peers.Many feel disconnected in their relationships and may find themselves unconcentrated during what used to be usual interactions or tasks.But the goal of addressing long-term dissociation isn’t to do away with it.After all,it can be a useful strategy to help survive a dangerous situation.But memories of the traumatic event are often disruptive and painful,so having some distance from that could mean a better quality of life after the trauma.12.What is the main idea of Paragraph1?A.It defines what dissociation is.B.It emphasizes the value of dissociation.C.It lists different symptoms of disconnect.D.It explains why we experience stressful events.13.How does dissociation work on victims of abuse?A.By erasing their memories.B.By getting rid of their emotional pain.C.By protecting victims from physical pain.D.By distancing the victims mentally from the reality.14.What might happen if people continue to dissociate?A.Failing to focus on tasks.B.Meeting work deadlines.C.Having a better quality of life.D.Relying on other coping mechanisms.15.Which of the following might the author agree with?A.Traumatic events are avoidable.B.Dissociation needs to be handled properly.C.People’s well-being is based on the distance.D.There’re enough coping strategies for traumas.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。